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Hezbollah deployed explosive-laden drones targeting military sites in Tel Aviv, resulting in injuries to five people in the city’s suburbs, according to Israeli rescuers. In a statement, Hezbollah announced that its fighters had conducted an air attack using a squadron of advanced attack drones on sensitive military locations in Tel Aviv, with further details to be disclosed later.

Hezbollah quickly announced the delay of its leader Sheikh Naim Qassem’s speech, after initially stating he would address the public on Tuesday. This announcement came as U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein visited Beirut to seek an end to the Israel-Hezbollah conflict. Hezbollah’s statement mentioned that Qassem would speak “today” without specifying a time. Later, they announced the speech’s postponement, as Hochstein …

Space enthusiasts in India who are eager to watch the historic launch of the country’s first government satellite aboard a SpaceX rocket will need to stay up late tonight, Monday, November 18th. The GSAT-20 satellite (also known as GSAT-N2) is scheduled for liftoff at 18:31 UTC from Cape Canaveral, Florida, as confirmed by Dr. S. Somanath, Chief of the Indian …

President Joe Biden’s approval of Ukraine’s request to use long-range American missiles against Russian targets follows a familiar pattern in U.S. decision-making regarding military support for Ukraine. Initially, the White House often resists granting Ukraine’s weapon requests, citing concerns about escalating the conflict. Ukraine protests the refusals, and just when the issue seems to have been sidelined, the U.S. administration …

Spirit Airlines filed for bankruptcy protection on Monday, citing growing financial challenges, including rising losses, overwhelming debt, increased competition for cost-conscious travelers, and failed merger attempts with other airlines. Despite the filing, Spirit assured passengers that operations will continue as usual, with flights running and existing bookings, credits, and loyalty points remaining valid. Filing for bankruptcy is a common strategy …

Lee Carsley expressed a sense of relief after his tenure as England’s interim manager concluded with a commanding 5-0 victory over Ireland, which secured their promotion to League A of the Nations League ahead of Thomas Tuchel’s upcoming arrival. Despite a lackluster first half, England dominated in the second half at Wembley on Sunday, netting three goals in just five …

Adrien Rabiot’s brace of headers secured a 3-1 victory for France over Italy at the San Siro on Sunday, propelling them to the top of their Nations League group. Rabiot, who spent time at Juventus, scored twice from set-pieces delivered by Lucas Digne, helping France leapfrog Italy into first place in Group A2 on goal difference, despite both teams having …

U.S. mediator Amos Hochstein is scheduled to visit Beirut on Tuesday and Israel on Wednesday to advance the ceasefire agreement, with reports indicating progress in the negotiations. Israeli state media quoted sources saying Israel anticipates significant advancements in the ceasefire talks with Lebanon during Hochstein’s visit next week. Lebanon is expected to provide its response to Hochstein’s latest ceasefire proposal …