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Tens of thousands of mourners gathered at the Camille Chamoun Sports City Stadium in Beirut on Sunday for the funeral of Hassan Nasrallah, the former leader of Hezbollah, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike in September 2024. The ceremony, attended by individuals from around 90 countries, marked a significant moment for the Iran-backed group, which Nasrallah had led for over three decades. Mourners, dressed in black and waving Hezbollah flags, traveled from various regions, despite the cold weather and heavy security measures, including road closures and a temporary halt to flights at Beirut's airport. Senior officials, including Iranian representatives, were present, emphasizing the leaders' roles as "heroes of the resistance." The event was a demonstration of Hezbollah's resilience following a recent war with Israel, amid ongoing tensions in the region. Hours before the funeral, Israel conducted airstrikes in southern Lebanon, further escalating the situation. 
Published: Feb 23 2025, 5 pmeznews.inAn American Airlines flight from New York to New Delhi was diverted to Rome on February 22 due to a potential security threat, according to reports. Flight AA292, which took off from JFK International Airport, was en route to Delhi when it was redirected to Italy. The airline confirmed the diversion was prompted by a "possible security issue," while Italy's ANSA news agency cited an "alleged bomb threat" as the reason for the change in course. Passengers and crew were safely evacuated upon landing in Rome, and authorities are investigating the incident further. The situation highlights ongoing concerns about air travel security and the measures airlines must take to ensure passenger safety.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 11 pmeznews.inUS President Donald Trump has staunchly defended his administration's mass deportation policy, asserting that it targets "fraudsters, liars, cheaters, globalists, and deep state bureaucrats." Speaking at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) near Washington, Trump emphasized his commitment to "draining the swamp" by sending undocumented migrants, particularly those he labels as "illegal alien criminals," back to their home countries. As of 2022, unauthorized immigrants accounted for 3.3% of the US population and 23% of the foreign-born population, according to Pew Research. Since his return to office, Trump has vowed to overhaul the immigration system, with the Department of Homeland Security reporting nearly 8,800 arrests by early February. Notably, three groups of 332 Indian nationals have already been deported, with Panama agreeing to serve as a transit point for deportees.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 9 pmeznews.inUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed a willingness to resign from his position if it could pave the way for peace in Ukraine, suggesting he might exchange his presidency for the country's accession to NATO. Speaking at a press conference in Kyiv, Zelensky emphasized the need for stronger support from the United States, specifically calling for U.S. President Donald Trump to act as a genuine partner rather than merely a mediator in the ongoing conflict with Russia. "I really want it to be more than just mediation... that's not enough," he stated, highlighting Ukraine's desire for a more robust alliance as tensions continue to escalate in the region. Zelensky's remarks underscore the urgency of Ukraine's aspirations for NATO membership amid ongoing hostilities.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 9 pmeznews.inIsraeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Sunday that Israel is ready to resume military operations in the Gaza Strip "at any moment," emphasizing the commitment to achieve the war's objectives "whether through negotiation or by other means." Speaking at a ceremony for combat officers, Netanyahu highlighted that Israel has already dismantled much of Hamas's organized forces but reaffirmed the determination to fully complete the mission. This statement comes a day after Israel suspended the release of Palestinian prisoners, which was part of a truce arrangement. Netanyahu's remarks underscore the ongoing tensions and the precarious nature of the situation in Gaza, as Israel prepares for potential escalations in the conflict.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 9 pmeznews.inNEW DELHI: A fourth group of illegal Indian immigrants deported by the US arrived in Delhi today, marking another chapter in ongoing repatriation efforts. The twelve deportees returned via Panama, with four heading back to Amritsar, Punjab. The first wave of deportations occurred on February 5, when 104 Indians were sent back on a US military flight. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar emphasized that the Indian government is working with the US to ensure the humane treatment of deportees, noting that such deportations are not new. Currently, nearly 300 immigrants are being held in a Panama hotel while authorities seek to repatriate them, with many refusing voluntary return. The Trump administration's aggressive immigration policies have prompted concerns over the treatment of undocumented migrants, including a recent directive to locate unaccompanied minors who entered the US illegally, as the number of such crossings continues to rise.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 7 pmeznews.inIn a significant escalation of its immigration enforcement, the Trump administration has reportedly instructed Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to locate and deport hundreds of thousands of unaccompanied migrant children who entered the U.S. without parents. An internal memo outlines a four-phase initiative focused on children deemed "flight risks," including those who missed court hearings or were released to non-relatives. The memo aims to protect these minors from human trafficking while allowing for deportation if orders are pending. Since 2019, over 600,000 such children have crossed the U.S.-Mexico border, with tens of thousands already ordered deported. This initiative builds on Trump's previous "zero tolerance" policy, which resulted in family separations at the border, a practice that faced widespread backlash. The administration is tightening sponsor vetting processes and increasing access to databases to enhance its enforcement efforts.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 7 pmeznews.inA police academy in Fukushima, Japan, has introduced a makeup course for its male cadets, aiming to enhance their professional appearance in public engagements. Launched in January, the program includes training in essential makeup techniques and grooming skills, with support from beauty consultants and the renowned cosmetics brand Shiseido. Vice-principal Takeshi Sugiura emphasized the importance of a neat appearance for police officers as representatives of the community. Reactions on social media have been mixed, with some users humorously suggesting that the skills could be used in unconventional ways, while others recognized the value of such training for both male and female officers. This initiative reflects a broader shift in police education, traditionally focused on physical and legal training, towards fostering a more courteous community interaction. Similar programs have also emerged in other police academies, such as one in Yamaguchi, highlighting a growing trend in the Japanese policing approach.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 8 pmeznews.inKyiv has reported its largest single drone attack since the onset of the full-scale invasion by Russia on February 24, 2022, with a record 267 drones launched in a coordinated assault. Ukrainian Air Force Command spokesman Yuriy Ignat confirmed that 138 drones were intercepted, while 119 were jammed without causing damage, and three ballistic missiles were also launched. Damage occurred in five Ukrainian regions, including Kyiv, which faced direct hits. In response to the escalating aerial threats, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned Russia's "aerial terror" and called for unity among Ukraine's allies, highlighting that nearly 1,150 drones were launched by Russia in the past week alone. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump's recent outreach to Russia has raised concerns in Kyiv, as he has criticized Zelenskiy and suggested a shift in Western policy towards Moscow, further complicating the conflict's resolution.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 6 pmeznews.inMicrosoft CEO Satya Nadella has acknowledged a significant oversight in the company's history: its failure to foresee the dominance of search as a business model, a domain that Google has successfully mastered. In a discussion with YouTuber Dwarkesh Patel, Nadella reflected on how Microsoft mistakenly believed the web would remain decentralised, underestimating the value of search in organising online information. He noted, "We missed what turned out to be the biggest business model on the web," highlighting that understanding technological shifts is insufficient without recognising potential value creation. Nadella, who has been with Microsoft since 1992, also discussed the challenges of adapting to business model changes, which he believes can be more complex than keeping pace with technology. He recalled the company’s successful transition during the browser era, driven by the launch of Mosaic and Netscape, which necessitated a new approach to application development.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 6 pmeznews.inThe Kremlin has expressed optimism over recent dialogue between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, describing their interaction as "promising" amid ongoing tensions in Ukraine. Trump's recent phone call to Putin marked a departure from established Western policy, with both sides discussing potential pathways to end the conflict, notably without Ukrainian or European involvement. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov emphasized that Russia would never concede territory in eastern Ukraine, asserting that the local population had chosen to join Russia through what they claim were legitimate votes. Meanwhile, Putin, addressing servicemen on "Defender of the Fatherland Day," framed the conflict as a divine mission to protect Russia. As Trump’s overtures raise alarms in Kyiv, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky urged Western allies to maintain their support for Ukraine. In response to the shifting dynamics, French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer plan to visit Washington to advocate for continued backing of Ukraine.
Published: Feb 23 2025, 6 pm
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