Countries file torture complaint against Syria over 'unlawful killing' of thousands of civilians

France pushes efforts in Lebanon to prevent war between Hezbollah and Israel | Oneindia News

France's foreign minister announced plans to engage in discussions with Lebanese officials on Sunday to address tensions between Hezbollah and Israel and prevent potential conflict. Earlier this year, Foreign Minister Stephane Sejourne proposed a plan that involves Hezbollah pulling back 10 km from the Israeli border while Israel halts strikes in southern Lebanon. This proposal, discussed with partners including the U.S., aims to maintain momentum amid Israeli threats of military action in southern Lebanon. Tensions have escalated, particularly following Iran's missile strikes on Israel in response to events in Syria, leading to increased exchanges between Israel and Hezbollah. #France #Lebanon #Hezbollah #Israel #WarPrevention #MiddleEast #Diplomacy #ConflictResolution #PeaceEfforts #InternationalRelations ~HT.99~PR.152~ED.101~

Rockets Strike US-Led Coalition Base Amid Israel-Iran Standoff, Details Here | Oneindia News

Multiple rockets launched from Iraq's Zummar targeted a U.S. military base in northeastern Syria, marking the first such attack since February. This assault coincided with Iraqi Prime Minister al-Sudani's return from the U.S., prompting concerns over escalating tensions. Kataib Hezbollah announced the resumption of attacks on U.S. forces in Iraq due to perceived stalled negotiations. #usmilitaryattacked #usmilitaryattackedsyria #usarmyattacked #usarmyattackediniraq #IsraelIran #Iran #Khamenei #Hezbollah #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindia news ~ED.102~GR.122~

Israel Launches Retaliatory Strikes into Iran Days After Drone & Missile Raid, War Likely?| Oneindia

Israel responded to recent drone and missile assaults allegedly triggered by an earlier strike on Iran's embassy in Syria. Commercial flights rerouted over western Iran amid reports of explosions. Despite intercepting most threats, tensions persist. US pledges diplomatic efforts against Iran amid escalating regional confrontations with Iran-aligned groups. Stay Tuned at Oneindia English for Latest News and Updates!! #israelattacksiran #israelattacksiran2024 #israelattacksiranembassy #israelattacksiran2024live #israelattacksiran2024 #israelattacksiran2024live #israelattackiranconsulateindamascus #Tehran #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.102~GR.125~

World Leaders Ask Israel Not to Retaliate for Iranian Attack

World Leaders Ask Israel , Not to Retaliate for Iranian Attack. On April 13, Iran launched hundreds of drones and missiles at Israel. The attack came after two Iranian generals were killed in "a suspected Israeli strike in Syria" on April 1, AP reports. . 99% of Iran's drones and missiles were intercepted by Israel, according to a military spokesperson. . World leaders are cautioning Israel to show restraint and resist retaliating against Iran, AP reports. . Now is the time to be smart as well as tough, to think with head as well as heart, David Cameron, British foreign secretary, via statement. We cannot afford another front in the Middle East. There would only be losers, in the region and beyond, Alexander Schallenberg, Austria’s foreign minister, via statement. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz called Israel's ability to intercept Iran's attack "really impressive" and urged the country to "contribute to de-escalation.". This is a success that perhaps also should not be thrown away. Hence also our advice to contribute to de-escalation themselves, Olaf Scholz, German chancellor, via statement. Kenya urges Israel to show utmost restraint taking into account the urgent need for all parties to walk away from the brink beyond which recovery will be enormously difficult. , William Ruto, president of Kenya, via statement. We have condemned, we have intervened, we will do everything to avoid an escalation, an inferno, Emmanuel Macron, president of France, via statement. Now is the time to defuse and de-escalate. Now is the time for maximum restraint, António Guterres, U.N. secretary-general, via statement. While on a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Joe Biden also condemned a retaliatory strike, saying, "You got a win. Take the win," a senior official said. . While on a phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, President Joe Biden also condemned a retaliatory strike, saying, "You got a win. Take the win," a senior official said.

Israel-Iran Conflict: Israel tells UNSC the world must take action against Iran's crimes | Oneindia

In a significant escalation of tensions, Iran carried out its first-ever direct attack on Israel, unleashing over 300 explosive drones and missiles on Saturday (April 13). Termed as "Operation Truthful Promise" by Iran, the strikes were reportedly in retaliation to an Israeli attack on the Iranian embassy in Syria earlier in the month. This aggressive move has intensified hostilities between the two nations and raised concerns about further destabilisation in the region. #IsraelIranConflict #UNSC #WorldAction #IranAttacks #SecurityCouncil #MiddleEastTensions #GlobalConcern #Diplomacy #PeaceEfforts #InternationalSecurity ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.194~GR.125~

Post-Brexit trade laws will drive imported flower prices up 5%, sellers warn

Roughly 80% of cut flowers in the UK are sourced from the Netherlands, according to the British Florist Association, and post-Brexit trade rules are making sellers nervous.

Netherlands officially stops drilling at Groningen's giant gas field

A symbolic ceremony was held on Friday to mark the end of drilling which has increased the seismic risk in the region since it started in the 1960s.

Netherlands Hostage Situation: All hostages freed In Netherland’ s Ede town, suspect held |Oneindia

Everyone being held hostage in a town in central Netherlands is now free and a suspect is in custody, Dutch police said Saturday, after an ordeal that lasted several hours. "The last hostage has just been released. One person has been arrested. We cannot share more information at this time," announced police on X, formerly Twitter. Police in central Netherlands reported that on March 30, several individuals were taken hostage in a town, prompting evacuations of nearby residences and the closure of the town centre. Authorities earlier stated that, at present, there is no indication of a "terrorist motive" behind the incident in Ede. #NetherlandsHostage #EdeTown #HostageCrisis #HostagesFreed #SuspectArrested #NetherlandsSafety #EdeIncident #EmergencyResponse #CommunitySafety #PoliceOperation ~HT.97~PR.152~ED.194~

These Are the Happiest Countries on Earth in 2024

These Are the Happiest Countries , on Earth in 2024. The World Happiness Report was released on March 20. It was compiled using global survey data based on life evaluations from 2021 to 2023. Six key variables were considered: "GDP per capita, social support, healthy life expectancy, freedom, generosity and perceptions of corruption," CNN reports. . The 10 happiest countries in the world are:. Australia. Switzerland. Luxembourg. Norway. Netherlands. Israel. Sweden. Iceland. Denmark. Finland. The United States dropped to No. 23. The lowest-ranked countries for happiness are Congo, Sierra Leone, Lesotho, Lebanon and Afghanistan. . The lowest-ranked countries for happiness are Congo, Sierra Leone, Lesotho, Lebanon and Afghanistan. . The lowest-ranked countries for happiness are Congo, Sierra Leone, Lesotho, Lebanon and Afghanistan. . The lowest-ranked countries for happiness are Congo, Sierra Leone, Lesotho, Lebanon and Afghanistan. . The lowest-ranked countries for happiness are Congo, Sierra Leone, Lesotho, Lebanon and Afghanistan.

Netherlands select France's Naval Group for submarines deal

ICJ throws out Nicaragua's case asking Germany to halt aid to Israel

Berlin argued that it has barely exported any weapons to Israel since the offensive against Gaza started following Hamas' deadly incursion into southern Israel on 7 October.

International Criminal Court considering issuing arrest warrant for Netanyahu

The International Criminal Court is probing Israel's actions in the West Bank and Gaza, independent of other cases at the International Court of Justice, such as South Africa's genocide claims against Israel in Gaza.