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Yahoo
6 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Lebanese Prime Minister says normalization with Israel only possible with two-state-solution
"I would like to see a two-state solution, Israel withdrawing from the occupied territories in exchange for peace, and that peace will lead to normalization," said the PM. Nawaf Salam, Prime Minister of Lebanon and former President of the International Court of Justice, said in an interview with CNN in Dubai this week that his country's normalization of relations with Israel would only be possible through a two-state solution that includes the creation of a Palestinian state. "I would like to see a two-state solution, Israel withdrawing from the occupied territories in exchange for peace, and that peace will lead to normalization. Normalization is part of the vision." Salam also said during the interview that Israel's presence "in parts of southern Lebanon is undermining Beirut's attempts to restore sovereignty," and added that he would like the US to pressure Israel to withdraw from the five outposts that it established a few hundred meters from the border. 'Israeli presence in Lebanon is a red line for everyone. This is not a red line for Hezbollah alone,' he added in the interview. He previously did an interview with Sky News Arabia this week, and told the source that his government would not be cooperating closely with Iran, and said that Lebanon would only consider peace with Israel if it was "real peace." 'We are a peace-seeking nation, but we want a real peace. Israel is occupying territories that belong to our country,' he said. Salam was appointed prime minister in January, with his ascent to the position being met with opposition from Hezbollah. As ICJ president, he initially presided over South Africa's ongoing genocide case against Israel. Yonah Jeremy Bob, Amichai Stein, and Steve Ganot/The Media Line contributed to this report.
Time of India
a day ago
- Business
- Time of India
China plans $70 bn capex to fast-track infrastructure projects
China plans to allocate ¥500 billion ($70 billion) of capital that could be leveraged up to fast track new infrastructure projects as authorities seek to cushion the economy from US tariffs, according to people familiar with the matter. Under the so-called " new financing policy tool ," the nation's three policy banks will raise funds and buy stakes in projects, one of the people said, asking not to be identified discussing a private matter. The policy lenders may issue bonds or use other methods to tap financing, according to the person. The initial capital injection of ¥500 billion could amplify total investments by multiple times that amount, since it allows the projects to raise additional bank loans or other forms of financing, the person said. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Play War Thunder now for free War Thunder Play Now Mediation Body in Hong Kong China signed a convention on Friday setting up a global mediation body in Hong Kong, which aims to be comparable to organisations such as the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Beijing has taken a more proactive approach in international affairs in recent years, especially as the US has taken the opposite direction under President Donald Trump. Live Events The move is also seen as an attempt to shore up Hong Kong's reputation as a leading place to conduct business, after Beijing's imposition of a wide-ranging national security law in 2020 shook confidence in the impartiality of the city's legal system.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
China Mocks Itself With Own World Court? Beijing To Serve Int'l Justice In Hong Kong
China has just launched its own version of the International Court of Justice and it's headquartered in the heart of Hong Kong. But who exactly is expected to accept Beijing as a neutral arbiter of global justice? And what does it mean when the court is built in a city where pro-democracy protests were crushed, and freedom of speech curbed? In this episode of Grey Zone, Ananya Dutta breaks down China's new "International Organization for Mediation." Who are the 32 countries backing it? Why is Russia missing from the list? And what is China really offering — a fairer system for the Global South, or a new global bench where it plays the judge, jury, and executioner? This story isn't just about a building in Hong Kong — it's about a potential new world order. The question is: is China filling a vacuum — or building one of its own?
Yahoo
a day ago
- General
- Yahoo
German minister: Future weapons deliveries to Israel depend on Gaza situation
"We are examining this and, if necessary, we will authorize further arms deliveries based on this examination," Wadephul said. Germany will decide whether or not to approve new weapons shipments to Israel based on an assessment of the humanitarian situation in Gaza, Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said in an interview with the Sueddeutsche Zeitung published on Friday. Wadephul questioned whether what is happening in Gaza is in line with international law. "We are examining this and, if necessary, we will authorize further arms deliveries based on this examination," he added. The comments build on a shifting tone from Berlin and mounting international criticism of Israel in recent days as the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza after an Israeli aid blockade and mounting civilian deaths test German support. Wadephul said it was important that Israel can defend itself given the threats it faces, including from Houthi terrorists, Hezbollah, and Iran. "For me, there is no question that we have a special responsibility to stand by Israel's side," he said, reiterating the principle of "Staatsraeson" which underpins German support for Israel in atonement for the Holocaust of World War Two. "On the other hand, of course, this does not mean that a government can do whatever it wants," he said. Three months into the war, South Africa filed a case to the International Court of Justice accusing Israel of committing genocide against Palestinians in Gaza. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed the accusations as outrageous. On Tuesday, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said airstrikes on Gaza were no longer justified by the need to fight Hamas.
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Banksy fans believe they've 'solved mystery' about location of latest artwork
Renowned street artist Banksy's latest artwork left fans scratching their heads as they tried to work out the location of his latest work - after he shared a snap of it to Instagram that lacked any clues Elusive street artist Banksy triggered a frenzy of speculation this week by posting images of his latest work on Instagram, showcasing a lighthouse silhouette accompanied by the enigmatic phrase, "I want to be what you see in me". By sharing the snaps without a caption or location, the Bristolian left his followers playing detective, trying to pinpoint where in the world the artwork might be. A second photo offers scant clues, merely depicting an older couple walking their dogs past the lighthouse. Undeterred, social media sleuths have taken to Instagram and X to share theories, with many speculating that the artwork could be located in southern France. On X, one enthusiast suggested: "A new Banksy style... somewhere in Marseille," while a French user chimed in: "The latest Banksy. Maybe in Marseille?" Meanwhile on Instagram, another fan mused: "A silent cry for redemption... the lighthouse is a symbol of hope and guidance but where the f*** is this located (Googles lighthouses in the UK)?" This was met with a curt reply from another individual, who simply penned: "Marseille." Others corroborated the theory, with comments including, "Yup - Le Panier, Marseille" and, "It's in Marseille". A third person even claimed to have pinpointed the artwork's exact whereabouts, declaring: "Found it: 1 Rue Félix Fregier, 13007 Marseille, France." The interpretation of the artwork remains a mystery, although it's speculated that the quote within it may be borrowed from the song 'Lonely' by Tennessee country band, Lonestar. The second verse of the tune reads: "You're like God in this world/Fragile, beautiful/There's so much trust in your eyes/They make me remember, blue skies and sunshine/I want to be what you see in me/I want to love you the way that you love me." Banksy's creations frequently bear a political undertone, addressing issues such as immigration, homelessness and the conflict in Ukraine. In 2005, the artist and his crew painted seven murals on the West Bank Wall, a structure erected by the Israeli government despite being declared unlawful by the International Court of Justice. However, the artist has also unveiled a series of artworks with more cryptic messages, leaving the inspiration behind some shrouded in mystery. In the summer of 2024, Banksy embarked on a nine-day spree around London, unveiling a series of animal-themed artworks featuring monkeys, wolves, pelicans, goats, cats and elephants. All of these are rendered in his signature black stencil style, beginning with a mountain goat at Kew Bridge on August 5. This was succeeded by elephants in Chelsea, monkeys on Brick Lane, Tower Hamlets, a solitary wolf at Rye Lane, Peckham, pelicans in Walthamstow, a black panther on Edgware Road, piranhas at Ludgate Hill, rhinos on Westmoor Street, Charlton and finally, a gorilla adorning the security shutters of London Zoo.
