Here is a rundown of all the news that you need to start your Thursday with, including Israel's heavy bombardment near Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital, an independent body finding UNRWA upholding neutrality, and the resignation of Ireland's prime minister.
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The artillery bombardment resulted in widespread fires in the areas, killing and injuring dozens of Palestinians including women and children.
Hundreds were forced to flee to eastern Gaza City neighborhoods such as Tuffah, Zeitoun, Shejaiya and Sabra, an Anadolu correspondent reported.
Deputy spokesperson Florencia Soto Nino said at a news conference that the group investigated if UNRWA adheres to the principle of neutrality and what actions are taken when the principle is violated or when allegations are made against the agency.
She said "the independent review group will submit its interim report officially to the Secretary-General (Antonio Guterres) later today."
"My reasons for stepping down are both personal and political," he said, according to the Irish Times.
He first assumed the role of premier, or taoiseach, in 2017, with his term extended until 2020 when he transitioned to the role of deputy prime minister, or Tanaiste, until December 2022.
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"Sending my love and support to all the people in Palestine who are spending this holy time facing danger, loss and heartbreak," the seven-time world champion wrote on Instagram.
Fourth-place Fenerbahce dominated the whole game in Istanbul. The victors' American-Turkish playmaker guard Scottie Wilbekin scored 18 points.
The hosts' four players Nigel Hayes-Davis, Tarik Biberovic, Marko Guduric and Nick Calathes scored at least 12 points against Barcelona.
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"In considering any adjustments to the target range for the federal funds rate, the Committee will carefully assess incoming data, the evolving outlook, and the balance of risks," it said in a statement.
The agreement also includes funding of $11 billion in loans under the act to set aside $52.7 billion to increase the production of US-made semiconductors, address supply chain vulnerabilities by producing more goods in the US and bolster domestic scientific research. -
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- Dozens killed, injured in Israeli bombardment near Gaza's Al-Shifa Hospital
The artillery bombardment resulted in widespread fires in the areas, killing and injuring dozens of Palestinians including women and children.
Hundreds were forced to flee to eastern Gaza City neighborhoods such as Tuffah, Zeitoun, Shejaiya and Sabra, an Anadolu correspondent reported.
- Independent review group finds UNRWA equipped to uphold principle of neutrality
Deputy spokesperson Florencia Soto Nino said at a news conference that the group investigated if UNRWA adheres to the principle of neutrality and what actions are taken when the principle is violated or when allegations are made against the agency.
She said "the independent review group will submit its interim report officially to the Secretary-General (Antonio Guterres) later today."
- Leo Varadkar resigns as Irish prime minister, party chief
"My reasons for stepping down are both personal and political," he said, according to the Irish Times.
He first assumed the role of premier, or taoiseach, in 2017, with his term extended until 2020 when he transitioned to the role of deputy prime minister, or Tanaiste, until December 2022.
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- Indonesia's election commission on Wednesday declared former Gen. Prabowo Subianto as the winner of last month's presidential election after completing the official counting.
- US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said early Thursday that a cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hamas is "very much possible' and the "gaps are narrowing" as talks in Qatar continue.
- Türkiye's EU accession process is too important to be left to the limited "political agendas of some countries," Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Wednesday.
- Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares Bueno reiterated on Wednesday the urgency of a swift and lasting cease-fire in the Gaza Strip.
- The Turkish Coast Guard rescued 51 irregular migrants and captured 13 others off the coast of izmir province.
- At least 17 Israeli soldiers have been killed in attacks by the Lebanese Hezbollah group since the beginning of Israel's war on Gaza in early October, an Israeli media outlet said late Wednesday.
- Israeli Army Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi admitted Wednesday that an operation carried out by his forces in the Al-Shifa Medical Complex in Gaza City aimed to "pressure" Hamas during ongoing negotiations in Qatar.
- Pakistani security forces killed eight attackers on Wednesday after they stormed a government complex in the strategic port city of Gawadar in southwestern Balochistan province.
- Vaughan Gething on Wednesday was elected as the first minister of Wales, becoming the first Black leader of a government in the UK and in any European country.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Wednesday that his army is preparing to enter Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip, adding that "this will take a little time."
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- Formula 1 icon Lewis Hamilton calls for cease-fire in Gaza
"Sending my love and support to all the people in Palestine who are spending this holy time facing danger, loss and heartbreak," the seven-time world champion wrote on Instagram.
- Fenerbahce Beko sink Barcelona 88-74 to boost Turkish Airlines EuroLeague playoff chances
Fourth-place Fenerbahce dominated the whole game in Istanbul. The victors' American-Turkish playmaker guard Scottie Wilbekin scored 18 points.
The hosts' four players Nigel Hayes-Davis, Tarik Biberovic, Marko Guduric and Nick Calathes scored at least 12 points against Barcelona.
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- US Fed skips rate hike, keeps interest rate unchanged between 5.25% - 5.5%
"In considering any adjustments to the target range for the federal funds rate, the Committee will carefully assess incoming data, the evolving outlook, and the balance of risks," it said in a statement.
- Biden unveils $8.5B deal with Intel under CHIPS Act
The agreement also includes funding of $11 billion in loans under the act to set aside $52.7 billion to increase the production of US-made semiconductors, address supply chain vulnerabilities by producing more goods in the US and bolster domestic scientific research. -
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