| | 2. 'Sooner rather than later!' - Maduro calls for Palestinian independence at meeting with Muslim community18:22[-/+]Категория(?) | "Maduro reiterates call for Palestinian independence during meeting with Muslim Arab community in Caracas
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro reiterated calls for Palestinian independence during a meeting with the Muslim Arab community at the Miraflores Palace in Caracas on Friday.
"These eyes will see it, Palestinian people living free in their ancestral land," he said.
He added that during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan, "we have prayed for the right to peace and life, for the sovereignty and independence of the Palestinian people."
"Sooner rather than later, God will grant us the blessing of respect for the Palestinian people," he continued.
Maduro also stated that Venezuela will 'always have its doors open' for the community.
"We in Venezuela feel a great pleasure that the Muslim community lives in peace and full respect in our homeland," he continued. "You are Venezuelans, just like all of us."
Religious leader Sheikh Omar Kaddoura expressed gratitude for the Venezuelan leader's support, describing the Palestinian independence as "one of the most noble, just and humane causes of our modern era."
"We talk about this because we are proud to be Venezuelan Arabs[...] We carry on our foreheads the honour of being Venezuelans, of being compatriots of this great homeland," he added.
The meeting comes as the Muslim community marks the end of Ramadan, Eid al-Fitr. It is the first day of the tenth month of Shawwal in the Islamic lunar calendar, commencing with the rising of the crescent moon. The holiday comes at the end of the month-long period of dawn-until-dusk fasting during Ramadan." Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
3. Bright city lights! Locals, tourists rush to spectacular Philippines 'night markets' ahead of Eid al-Fitr18:05[-/+]Категория(?) | "Philippines night markets attract hundreds of tourists ahead of the upcoming Festival of the Breaking of the Fast, Hari Raya Aidilfitrim, spreading a festive mood among its visitors.
Footage filmed from March 23 to 27 shows locals and tourists taking photos at crescent and star-shaped arches with lights in Cotabato City as well as a floating market in Sitangkai. Some residents were also seen eating Filipino street food at an amusement park in Marawi City.
"It’s wonderful to see people and kids going here after Taraweeh for Muslims to relax and enjoy," one of the locals, Saliha Delaig, commented.
"People gather here after Taraweeh prayers and this is a way for them to be together and to see the improvements of Marawi City," Ivy Alnor added.
Hari Raya Aidilfitri, also known as Eid al-Fitr, is one of the most important and biggest Muslim festivals. It marks the end of the holy month of dawn-to-sunset fasting, Ramadan." Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
4. 'I thought it was only me who was dizzy' - Witness captures footage of powerful earthquake in Bangkok17:27[-/+]Категория(?) | "Eyewitness Kirill Kovalenko recorded footage showing cars shaking, power lines swaying, and water pouring from upper levels as a powerful earthquake hit Bangkok on Friday.
"I thought it was only me who was dizzy but it’s really quaking. This is crazy," the man shared.
A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Southeast Asia on Friday, with the epicenter near Mandalay, Myanmar. Tremors were also felt in China and Thailand, and a 6.4-magnitude aftershock occurred. Reports indicate that dozens of people were affected by the earthquake.
The Thai government reportedly held an emergency meeting after the city hall declared the city a disaster area.
Residents have been urged to stay outdoors, where possible, as there is still a high risk of buildings collapsing." Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
5. Emergency crews clear debris, search for survivors in Bangkok after quake topples high-rise building17:23[-/+]Категория(?) | "Emergency workers were seen conducting rescue and recovery operations in Bangkok on Saturday after a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake shook the city and toppled a high-rise building on a construction site.
Footage shows clearing rubble and debris with excavators while volunteers are seen distributing food and water to those affected by the natural disaster.
"So we're providing food, we're providing water, anything to help the people here that are working very hard. The real heroes, of course, are those that are trying to free the people that are still stuck under the rubble," an aid worker said.
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Southeast Asia on Friday, with the epicentre near Mandalay, Myanmar. Tremors were also felt in China and Thailand, including a 6.4-magnitude aftershock. Reports indicate that dozens of people were affected by the earthquake.
The Thai government has issued a state of emergency and advised residents to stay outdoors, where possible, as there is still a high risk of buildings collapsing." Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
6. Sky bridge detached at Bangkok's Park Origin Thonglor building after deadly earthquake17:16[-/+]Категория(?) | "A 'sky bridge' connecting the three buildings of the Park Origin Thonglor high-rise condominium complex was seen in ruins on Friday after a powerful 7.7 earthquake rocked southeast Asia.
The deadly quake, which hit Myanmar on Friday sent shockwaves across the region, toppling a 30-storey skyscraper on a construction site in the Thai capital. Rescue operations are currently underway, with emergency teams working around the clock to reach survivors trapped under the rubble.
Authorities say seven people died as the building collapsed in Bangkok. In neighbouring Myanmar, at least 144 people have been killed according to state media reports. Both nations have declared a state of emergency in the wake of the disaster." Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
7. 'This is a historic day' - M23 forces reach ceasefire agreement with the withdrawal of SADC troops in Goma17:16[-/+]Категория(?) | "The South African Development Community (SADC) reached an agreement with M23 forces in Goma on Friday, authorising the immediate withdrawal of SADC troops and equipment from the DRC.
Footage shows soldiers from both forces attending a meeting in a hotel in Goma, which saw Tanzania SADC Major General Ibrahim Mhona and M23 Military Coordinator Major General Sultani Makenga exchanging documents, facilitating the reopening of the airport and an initial ceasefire agreement.
"We had a meeting with SADC regarding the immediate withdrawal of SAMI/DRC troops from Goma, and we discussed the reopening of Goma airport, which, as you well know, was damaged by bombs and mines left by the Kinshasa regime," said Lawrence Kanyuka, M23 spokesperson.
"This is a historic day. We have always said that dialogue is necessary. We must resolve this ongoing conflict politically because there is no military solution. We thank SADC today for understanding," he added.
Following the meeting, soldiers and generals from both sides shook hands and took photographs. A follow-up meeting has been planned in the future.
SADC forces from primarily Malawi, South Africa and Tanzania were deployed in December 2023 to assist DRC armed forces (FARDC) in combating the rise of militant groups in the east of the country.
They will now withdraw from the region, leaving behind all FARDC military equipment and weapons.
The M23 and aligned groups have continued their advance this year, capturing key cities Goma and Bukavu. The United Nations has reported that the latest escalating violence has seen hospitals and civilian infrastructure hit, displacing hundreds of thousands of locals in the process.
The M23, one of over 200 armed groups in eastern DRC, has been accused of receiving support from Rwanda, an allegation the country denies. The conflict has claimed over 7,000 lives since January." Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
8. Earthquake survivors seek temporary shelters outdoors as search and rescue operations continue in Mandalay16:10[-/+]Категория(?) | "Mandalay residents were seen setting up temporary outdoor shelters after a 7.7 magnitude earthquake shook Myanmar, killing hundreds and leaving dozens missing beneath the rubble.
Footage filmed on Saturday shows locals sitting in makeshift settlements on the roadside as emergency workers used bulldozers to clear the rubble from collapsed buildings.
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Southeast Asia on Friday, with the epicenter near Mandalay, Myanmar. Tremors were also felt in China and Thailand, including a 6.4-magnitude aftershock. Reports indicate that dozens of people were affected by the earthquake.
The earthquake is the strongest to strike Myanmar in over a century and has reportedly claimed the lives of at least 1,000 people. According to the US Geological Survey, the death toll could reach 10,000 or more.
The Myanmar government has declared a state of emergency as the international community already began offering assistance, with the ASEAN Humanitarian Assistance Centre (AHA Centre) and India volunteering to send emergency supplies.
The Indian government has launched Operation Brahma, delivering essential supplies such as tents, blankets, food and medical kits. Russia has dispatched two planes carrying rescue personnel, medical teams and K9 units. Meanwhile, China has pledged 13.77 million dollars in aid." Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
9. UAE conducts 'urgent medical evacuation' of 188 injured people, relatives from Gaza15:29[-/+]Категория(?) | "A total of 188 wounded Palestinians, cancer patients and their relatives arrived in Abu Dhabi on Friday after being evacuated from the Gaza Strip by the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Footage shows the evacuees being taken from a plane in stretchers and wheelchairs and loaded into ambulances which were waiting on the tarmac,
The Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported that the 24th evacuation flight arrived at dawn on Friday in cooperation with the World Health Organization (WHO) carrying 81 injured people and cancer patients from the Gaza Strip, half of whom are children.
The aircraft touched down in the UAE after departing from Ramon Airport in Israel. Patients were passed from Gaza via the Karam Abu Salam crossing and were escorted by 107 family members.
"The critically wounded and injured patients whose cases require immediate medical attention will be transferred to hospitals. The remaining cases and family members were transferred to the Emirates Humanitarian City, where they will be staying," WAM added.
Since the onset of the Israel-Hams conflict on October 7, 2023, the UAE has received thousands of injured and cancer patients from Gaza.
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10. 'People are tired of corruption' - Anti-government protest calls for action against organised crime in Lima15:24[-/+]Категория(?) | "Hundreds took to the streets of Lima on Friday to call on the Peruvian government to address the rise in violence and organised crime in the country.
Footage shows protesters chanting while marching with flags, signs and banners reading 'no more deaths nor extortion,' 'they are killing us' and 'Bukele plan urgently needed'. Police officers can also be seen monitoring the demonstration.
"The entire people are tired of having so much corruption, so much crime, so much extortion, and also as we are living in a dictatorship, because in reality there is no democracy in our country," said one protester, Elsa Chanca.
Teachers, students and opposition forces mobilised in rejection of Peru's President Dina Boluarte, whose disapproval reached 92 percent, according to surveys - placing her among the most unpopular leaders in the world.
Protesters demanded more effective measures against organised crime, particularly to combat extortion and contract killers.
"Right now, we are practically unprotected and we have gone out into the streets ourselves. The citizens have raised our voices in protest because we believe that life, life is very valuable to us, the citizens," one protester stated.
"But we see why it's not for the authorities," she continued. "Because what prevails for them and what matters most, which is not life, is money, it's stealing, it's looting our lands, our riches."
Last week, Boluarte declared a state of emergency in the capital and ordered the deployment of soldiers to help police address the surge of violence.
The decision followed weeks of rising violence attributed to criminal groups that frequently target businesses, including transport companies, despite authorities highlighting recent gang arrests." Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
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