The US Army in the Pacific announced that, for the first time in history, it successfully deployed a medium-range capability (MRC) missile system to the north of the Philippine island of Luzon. The historic deployment took place last week, as part of the Salaknib 24 military exercise, in coordination with the Armed Forces of the Philippines.
The statement notes that the system arrived in the Philippines aboard a US Air Force C-17 Globemaster III aircraft from a base in Washington, covering a trip of around 13,000 kilometers, in more than 15 hours. It also states that it is a versatile ground-launched system that can fire both Standard 6 (SM-6) missiles and Tomahawks. The complete MRC configuration comprises a battery operations center, four launchers, prime movers and modified trailers.
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“This is a significant step in our partnership with the Philippines, our oldest ally in the region,” said Brigadier General Bernard Harrington, commanding general of the 1st Multi-Domain Task Group, in charge of the deployment.
General Charles Flynn, commander of the US Army in the Pacific, has revealed that Washington will deploy a new ground-based launcher system for its medium-range missiles known as Typhon in the Asia-Pacific region for the first time in almost four decades,
Flavors Of My Ecuador An Experience To Rescue…
GASTRONOMY.
The Macají venue hosted an “unforgettable culinary experience” during the celebration of the “Flavors of my Ecuador” Gastronomic Fair
Executing the ideas has brought about commercial momentum.
With 27 stands with a wide gastronomic offer such as: hornado, broth of 31, llapingachos and seafood, visitors had the opportunity to taste the best of local gastronomy. In addition to the gastronomic delights, the fair had the participation of more than 40 entrepreneurs, who exhibited products ranging from crafts to honey and clothing. This diversity of products attracted nearly 1,000 visitors to the fair.
Lenin Fuentes, director of Planning of the Municipality of Riobamba, commented that this initiative is part of the proposal to boost the economy in Riobamba through optimal spaces for the marketing and exhibition of new ventures that have emerged and need the support of the authorities. The festive and welcoming atmosphere of the fair was enhanced by the presence of local musicians and cultural activities that added the artistic touch. Families, friends and lovers of good food gathered at this event to enjoy a day of authentic flavors and discover the gastronomic wealth that our country has to offer.
Kyrgyzstan Blocks TikTok To Protect Children
The TikTok application has no longer worked since Thursday April 18 in Kyrgyzstan, at the request of the security services of this Central Asian country, who justified it by the need to “protect children’s health”.
Each time you try to connect to TikTok, the message “Unable to load, please try again” is displayed on the black home screen of the application, noted journalists from Agence France-Presse in this country neighboring China, which has some 7 million inhabitants.
On Tuesday, the Kyrgyz digital ministry announced that it had “informs telecommunications operators of the need to limit access to TikTok, based on a decision by security services”known under the acronym GKNB and led by Kamchybek Tashiev, according to a press release. According to the ministry, the social network, owned by the Chinese group ByteDance, “did not respect” an article of law on “measures aimed at preventing harm to the health of children and their physical, intellectual, mental, spiritual and moral development”.
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A decision which “restricts the right to information”
The NGO Reporters Without Borders said “worried about this decision which restricts the right to information under the pretext of protecting minors”.
Ukraine Has Targeted Russias Critical Military Targets. 2024-04-19…
Ukraine is preparing new attacks against military and industrial sites on Russian territory with the help of drones and sabotage units, in which Russians are involved, said Lieutenant General Kiril Budanov, head of the Main Intelligence Directorate (GUR) of the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense.
“We proposed a plan aimed at reducing Russia’s potential. It covers many aspects, such as the military industry, critical military facilities, their airports, their command centers,” Budanov said in an interview with The Washington Post.
According to him, the goal is to show that Russian President Vladimir Putin cannot “protect the population from the penetration of war into Russia.” “When you are, say, in St. Petersburg and you only see the war on television, you will always support it… But people start to get nervous when some object is attacked near their home,” Budanov noted.
At the same time, the head of Ukrainian military intelligence emphasized that the S-300 anti-aircraft missiles that are trying to shoot down Ukrainian drones are doing more damage to Russian targets than the drones themselves.
A day before, “Ukrainian Pravda” sources in the Main Intelligence Directorate reported that the Ukrainian forces attacked the 590th separate radio technical center of military unit 84680,
Israel: Netanyahus Message To The West On Iran…
“I want to make it clear, we will make our own decisions and Israel will do whatever is necessary to defend itself,” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said.
Mr Netanyahu met foreign ministers from Britain and Germany who are visiting Jerusalem, arguing that Israel retains the right to self-defence after Iran’s missile and drone attack.
“Our allies are making various suggestions and advice, I appreciate that, but I want to make it clear that we will do everything possible to protect ourselves,” he added.
At the same time, he thanked Israel’s allies for helping to prevent Iran’s attack: “I thank our friends for their support in defending Israel, support in both words and deeds.”
For her part, German Foreign Minister Analena Burbock said she made it clear during her talks with Benjamin Netanyahu that the Middle East should not slide into a situation whose outcome is completely unpredictable. “Because that wouldn’t serve anyone,” she declared.
“Neither the security of Israel, nor the many dozens of hostages still in the hands of Hamas, nor the suffering population of Gaza, nor the many people in Iran who themselves suffer from the regime,
Gold Theft In Toronto: A Floridian Woman Was…
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In addition to the six arrests announced Wednesday by Peel Regional Police regarding the theft of 400 kg of gold bars worth $20 million last year at Pearson Airport, a Floridian woman was also handcuffed on Thursday.
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The indictment of Jalisa Edwards, a 25-year-old Fort Lauderdale woman, was announced Tuesday by the Pennsylvania district attorney’s office along with the indictments of three other suspects named by Peel police on Wednesday. The woman was finally arrested on Thursday, the Globe and Mail in the evening.
According to American prosecutors, one of the suspects of interest on both sides of the border, Durante King-McLean, a 25-year-old man from Brampton, Ontario, was arrested on September 2, 2023 in Pennsylvania, on the basis of having committed several traffic violations. While searching his vehicle, the police discovered 65 firearms intended to be transported illegally to Canada.
Photo provided by Peel Regional Police
Peel police also explained Wednesday that the cargo of 6,600 gold bars and $2.5 million in cash stolen from an Air Canada warehouse was likely melted down and would have been used in particular to buy illegal weapons.
Washington Is Committed To Protecting The Interests Of…
“Together with our partners we crushed this attack” by Iran, Biden said, adding that he was working “for a cease-fire (in the Gaza Strip) that will bring the hostages home and prevent further escalation of the conflict.” .
Welcoming Iraqi Prime Minister Shia al-Sudani to the White House, Biden reiterated that Washington is committed to Israel’s security and, at the same time, is committed to protecting the interests of the US and its partners in the region, including Iraq.
Sudani admitted that Iraqi and US views on what is happening in the region may differ. However, the relationship between the two countries is at a critical crossroads, and he said he intends to discuss with Biden its upgrade from a military partnership to a full partnership.
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Extra Measures During National Commemoration On Dam Square…
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ANPThe National Commemoration in 2023
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The Amsterdam Triangle and the National Committee 4 and 5 May, in consultation with the National Coordinator for Terrorism and Security (NCTV), have announced additional measures for the National Commemoration on Dam Square in Amsterdam on 4 May.
The reason is the increased tension in society and a great willingness to take action, says Mayor Halsema. “I assume that it will be respected. The National Commemoration has great symbolic significance for all Dutch people and I assume that no one will think of disrupting it.”
Because the police and the NCTV have indications that there is a chance of spontaneous protests and disruptions, both visible and invisible measures will be taken.
Doctor Dam
This means the number of people who will be present at the commemoration will be halved. While normally 20,000 people can attend the National Commemoration, this year there will be 10,000.
Visitors are also searched in advance, including for flags, flagpoles and sound-amplifying equipment.
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Joe Biden’s Controversial Remarks on Uncle’s Fate in Papua New Guinea
President Joe Biden’s recent comments suggesting that his uncle may have been consumed by cannibals in Papua New Guinea during World War II have sparked a mix of reactions in the country.
During a campaign event in Pittsburgh, Biden shared the story of his uncle, 2nd Lt Ambrose J Finnegan Jr, who flew reconnaissance flights in single-engine planes during the war. Biden mentioned that his uncle was shot down in New Guinea and implied that cannibals might have been involved in his disappearance.
Contrary to Biden’s claims, official war records indicate that Finnegan died in a plane crash due to engine failure, with no mention of cannibalism or being shot down.
Local Response and Criticism
Experts in Papua New Guinea have criticized Biden’s remarks as unsubstantiated and insensitive, especially at a time when the US is trying to strengthen its ties with the country and counter Chinese influence in the Pacific region.
Michael Kabuni, a political science lecturer at the University of Papua New Guinea, highlighted that the Melanesian people, including those in Papua New Guinea, take pride in their heritage and find such categorizations offensive.