Biden has pardoned his son Hunter. Trump has just appointed another son-in-law. In recent years, several alleged nepotism cases have emerged in American government, raising concerns about ethical conduct and the abuse of power. These cases span various levels of government, from local to federal, and involve both Republican and Democratic officials. Congressional Nepotism … Read more
In recent days, Syria has witnessed a significant escalation in military activity, particularly in the northwestern region. This surge in conflict represents the most substantial shift in territorial control within Syria’s ongoing civil war in several years[1][2]. Rebel Offensive On Wednesday, November 27, 2024, rebel forces launched a major offensive in northwestern Syria, dubbed “Deterrence … Read more
I am glad that there is a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. I am not sure about the details. Israel could not succeed in destroying Hezbollah; the latter will continue to exist. However, the organization lost nearly all its leadership and got humiliating blows. Still, it kept attacking Israeli cities, causing military and economic damage. … Read more
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, and a senior Hamas military leader, Mohammed Deif. This decision, announced on November 21, 2024, stems from allegations of war crimes and crimes against humanity related to the ongoing conflict in Gaza and the events … Read more
According to recent reports, there are claims that approximately 21,000 foreign workers have died since 2017 while working on Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 projects, which include the NEOM development[1][2][5]. However, it’s important to note that this figure is disputed and the situation is complex: The claims come from a documentary by UK broadcaster ITV, which … Read more
Maccabi fans were involved in some provocative actions before the match, and then they were victims of more severe violence afterward. The incidents sparked widespread condemnation -OF COURSE- from both Dutch and Israeli authorities, who described the attacks on Maccabi fans as antisemitic[4][6][13]. Maccabi Tel Aviv fans were involved in several incidents in Amsterdam … Read more
If I were living in the US, I would probably be upset. But back in Türkiye, many people around me are happy with the election outcome. They [Democratic Party leadership] insisted on a weak leader, then moved to Harris, who was not as dynamic as we thought. They ignored younger more militant voter base to … Read more
As Trump leading Harris among Arab Americans, poll suggests I have curated about possible outcomes: Based on the search results provided, the changes in Arab and Muslim votes in the US could potentially affect the outcome of the 2024 presidential election, particularly in key swing states. Here are the main points to consider: Shifting support: … Read more
After Israel’s UNRWA ban I have asked Perplexity to list all the allegations of international treaty and law violations it initiated in recent years: Fourth Geneva Convention: Israel has been accused of violating multiple provisions of the Fourth Geneva Convention, which governs the protection of civilians in times of war and occupation. Specific alleged violations include: … Read more
This might be the most popular video from the summit (!) Erdoğan combing his hair! The most recent BRICS summit was held from October 22-24, 2024 in Kazan, Russia. Here are the key highlights and outcomes: Expansion and Attendance The summit marked the first gathering after BRICS expanded to include new members: Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, … Read more
I see on Tiktok several promotional videos. He was killed while fighting to the last moment. Israeli soldiers released initial footage probably to humiliate him, but the narrative is built quickly to transform him into a hero. He did not have a broad appeal, but he may have had one gradually. But probably for a … Read more
Some explicitly accused her; I feel like even if she did not intend to do that, given the context and number of civilian casualties, she is giving support to the Israeli army’s massacres. Here is a Perplexity summary: Baerbock has consistently reaffirmed Germany’s support for Israel’s right to self-defense against Hamas[1][2]. She has stated that … Read more
Showing no respect for the civilized international order, destroying Western moral superiority as fast as possible… Recent Attacks on UN Peacekeepers Israeli forces have targeted the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) headquarters and positions multiple times in recent days: On Thursday, Israeli tank fire struck a UNIFIL observation tower, injuring two Indonesian … Read more
Just saw another act. So I asked Perplexity to list all acts so far: According to Perplexity: Based on the search results provided, there have been at least four self-immolation acts in the United States related to the Israel-Palestine conflict since late 2023. Here’s a summary of these incidents: December 2023: An unidentified individual set … Read more
The Center for Media Engagement at UT Austin released a vital report. The executive summary is below. For the full report, click here. Generative AI (GenAI) has emerged as a transformative force in elections playing out across the world. In a series of reports, the Center for Media Engagement investigates GenAI’s role before, during, and … Read more