US sees breakthrough in Gaza; Hezbollah strikes Israel
The official expressed optimism that this development could pave the way for an agreement as a step towards achieving a permanent ceasefire…reports
US envoy to hold talks in Paris amid Israel-Hezbollah tensions
Hochstein called for urgent de-escalation in cross-border fire exchanges between Hezbollah and Israel….reports Asian Lite News US envoy Amos Hochstein scheduled to
Pro-Palestinian protesters leave Toronto university campus
During their protest, the demonstrators had demanded transparency in the university’s investments, urging divestment from entities linked to the Israeli occupation…reports Asian
Biden allies reject calls for him dropping out of 2024 race
With Democratic leaders rallying around him, it will be up to Biden to decide whether he wants to end his re-election bid…reports
India, US Extend 2% Digital Tax on E-commerce
On February 15, 2024, the United States AND Austria, France, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom decided to extend the political compromise
Trump demands release of imprisoned Jan. 6 rioters
Trump is the Republican candidate challenging Democratic President Joe Biden in the Nov. 5 US election…reports Asian Lite News Donald Trump said
Biden acknowledges age, bad debate performance
The campaign held an “all hands on deck” meeting on Friday afternoon to reassure staffers that Biden was not dropping out of
Iran Rebukes US Comments on Election
Kanaani said Paley’s remarks were a “flagrant interference and absurd,” adding the US officials would achieve nothing by making such “worthless” statements…reports
US, Russian embassies warn against Lebanon travel
The Israeli military last week announced “plans for a broader attack in Lebanon.”…reports Asian Lite News Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati discussed
Times Square Transforms into ‘Mind Over Madness’ Yoga Oasis
The Indian Consulate General was the sponsor of the first event of the day and Consul General Binaya Pradhan greeted the yogis