2024-08-24T09:28:06.190Z
US President Joe Biden announced a new military aid package worth $125 million for Ukraine amid ongoing conflict with Russia.
The package includes air defense missiles, anti-drone equipment, and anti-armor missiles to bolster Ukraine's defenses.
In conjunction with military support, the US imposed sanctions on over 400 entities and individuals aiding Russia's war effort.
Heavy fighting continues in Eastern Ukraine, with Ukrainian forces repelling multiple Russian attacks.
The African Union is transitioning its mission in Somalia to focus on stabilizing the country and combating Al-Shabaab, with a crucial funding decision expected from the UN Security Council.
Israel has confirmed the deaths of 29 soldiers in Jabalia, Gaza, amid ongoing military operations against Hamas, resulting in significant Palestinian casualties.
Georges Abdallah, a Lebanese revolutionary, has spent four decades in French prisons for his role in supporting the Palestinian cause. His case raises significant questions about justice and political influence in the treatment of political prisoners.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned of potential strikes against countries supplying weapons to Ukraine, as tensions escalate following missile attacks on both sides.
Cristian Fernando Gutierrez-Ochoa, son-in-law of CJNG leader El Mencho, was arrested in California for faking his death to evade drug trafficking charges.
Ukrainian President Zelensky acknowledges the military limitations in reclaiming territory from Russia, emphasizing the need for Western support, while contrasting views within his government highlight a complex stance on territorial concessions.
