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Joe Biden criticized India for xenophobia and discussed immigrants without facts, the US near a defense deal with Saudi Arabia, impacting the region.

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  • Joe Biden criticized India for xenophobia and made unfounded claims about immigrants' impact on the economy.
  • The US is on the brink of finalizing a significant defense deal with Saudi Arabia, which could have far-reaching consequences for the region and global geopolitical dynamics.

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Global Events: Biden, Defense, Whistleblower, Sanctions

  • Joe Biden criticized India for being xenophobic and discussed immigrants in the economy without factual basis.
  • The US is close to finalizing a defense deal with Saudi Arabia, potentially impacting the region and global dynamics.
  • Defense companies and agents profiting from the war in Gaza, with one Egyptian firm making $2 million daily.
  • The US accuses Russia of using chemical weapons in Ukraine, specifically chloropicrin.
  • Campus protests in America are escalating, posing implications for Joe Biden in an election year.
  • A second Boeing whistleblower has died within two months, prompting investigations.
  • The Pakistan factor in the India election was highlighted by the Prime Minister and cheered by a former Park Minister.
  • Ghana reclaimed its looted Heritage, but it's not rightfully theirs to keep.
  • Floods in Kenya and evacuations in Masai Mara were reported.
  • The US imposed sanctions on individuals and firms linked to Russia's war in Ukraine, including Chinese entities.

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Russia's Chemical Attacks Spark International Tensions

  • Russia is using chemical weapons to attack Ukrainian strongholds, causing irritation to soldiers' eyes, lungs, and skin, making it easier for them to be captured.
  • The US accuses Russia of using banned chemical weapons like chloropicrin, which Russia denies.
  • Washington will share findings with the OPCW, enforcing the global chemical weapons ban, of which Russia is a member.
  • The US imposes sanctions on Russia, targeting entities linked to their chemical weapons program, as well as Chinese companies aiding Russia in evading sanctions.
  • Russia continues its assault on Ukraine, targeting Chassi Varar and Odessa, with plans to announce the fall of Chassi Varar by Victory Day on May 9th.
  • In the US, college protests escalate at UCLA, with police crackdown on protesting students, leading to arrests.
  • President Biden addresses the situation, emphasizing the distinction between peaceful and violent protests.
  • Republicans pass a bill limiting anti-Semitism in colleges, potentially affecting criticism of Israel, with Trump supporting the crackdown on protests.
  • College protests could impact US politics, with young voters crucial for Biden's lead, but some turning away due to his stance on Israel.
  • Boeing faces controversy as a whistleblower, Joshua Dean, dies from a sudden infection, raising suspicions of foul play, adding to the company's troubled history.

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Political discourse shifts, Ghana receives looted artifacts.

  • Indian political discourse has moved on from Pakistan, regardless of election outcomes.
  • Ghana receives back 32 looted artifacts, considered crown jewels, from the UK after 150 years.
  • The artifacts are on loan to Ghana for 3 years, displayed at the Mania Palace Museum.
  • The artifacts include the Ashanti crown jewels, like the sword of the state and Royal rings.
  • The artifacts were looted by British forces in 1874 during the third Anglo Asanti War.
  • The British Museum agreed to loan the treasures to the Ashanti Monarch for 3 years.
  • Ukraine introduces its first digital spokesperson, Victoria, created using AI technology.
  • Victoria will make official statements on behalf of the Foreign Ministry of Ukraine.
  • AI avatars are being used by both governments and artists, raising ethical concerns.
  • Kenya faces devastating floods, with at least 188 people killed and 30,000 displaced since March.

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