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Deputy at Parkland shooting would have seen bodies if he opened door, officer testifies
Deputy at Parkland shooting would have seen bodies if he opened door, officer testifies
A Florida sheriff's deputy would have seen bodies if he'd opened a building's door during 2018's Parkland school massacre
2023-06-21 05:21
Russia threatens US with ‘serious consequences’ after Ukraine fires first long-range ATACMS missiles
Russia threatens US with ‘serious consequences’ after Ukraine fires first long-range ATACMS missiles
Russia has hit out at the US for its decision to send long-range missiles to Ukraine for the first time, claiming the move increases the risks of a direct conflict between Nato and Moscow. Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed on Tuesday that the Ukrainian military used the US-supplied ATACMS (Army Tactical Missile Systems) for the first time this week and struck two Russian military airfields. Western backers of Ukraine have been reluctant to provide long-range munitions since Vladimir Putin launched his invasion in February last year, fearing that their use against targets within Russia would represent an escalation of the conflict. But Ukraine has repeatedly argued that it needs long-range missiles and other more powerful equipment like fighter jets in order to defend itself against attacks launched from military facilities deep inside Russia. The GPS-guided missiles used this week destroyed nine military helicopters at Russian bases in the east of the country, Ukrainian officials said. Russia’s ambassador to America, Anatoly Antonov, threatened Washington over what he said was the secret delivery of weapons on Wednesday. "The consequences of this step, which was deliberately hidden from the public, will be of the most serious nature," Mr Antonov said on Telegram. "Washington is consistently pursuing a policy of completely curtailing bilateral relations. The United States continues to push for a direct conflict between Nato and Russia.” Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday confirmed the use of ATACMS and said the weapon systems have “proven themselves”. “Today, special thanks to the United States. Our agreements with President Biden are being implemented,” he said. "They have performed very accurately. ATACMS have proven themselves," Mr Zelensky said in his nightly video address. The White House also officially acknowledged the delivery of the missiles. “We believe these ATACMS will provide a significant boost to Ukraine’s battlefield capabilities without risking our (US) military readiness,” said National Security Council spokesperson Adrienne Watson. Ukraine’s Special Operations Forces said they conducted the night time attack and hit targets in Berdyansk and Luhansk. Russia suffered the loss of an air defence system, other equipment and dozens of troops, it said, adding that some people were also injured. “The ammunition depot in Berdyansk detonated until 4am. The detonation in Luhansk continued until 11am,” Ukrainian Special Operations Forces said in a statement. “Losses in the enemy’s manpower amount to dozens of dead and wounded. Bodies are still being pulled from the rubble.” ATACMS are long-range guided missiles with a specialist GPS system designed to hit targets with precision, able to carry cluster munitions to deliver hundreds of bomblets rather than a single warhead. The variant provided to Ukraine has a lower range than the maximum that it is capable of, according to the Associated Press, amid fears over its use in Russian territories. Meanwhile, Russia’s defence ministry said it destroyed 28 Ukrainian drone attacks over its western territories. Ukrainian forces launched drones over Russia’s Belgorod and Kursk regions, and over the Black Sea, it said in a statement. Two civilians were killed and four more were injured after an apartment block was pounded in an attack for which Russian and Ukrainian armies traded blame. Yuriy Malashko, governor of the Zaporizhzhia region, said that eight apartment buildings were damaged in what he said was a Russian missile attack. "Search and rescue operations are ongoing at the site," Anatoliy Kurtiev, secretary of the Zaporizhzhia city council, said on Telegram. Read More The US quietly delivered new long-range missiles to Ukraine. Why the sudden secrecy over aid? For the first time, Ukraine has used US-provided long-range ATACMS missiles against Russian forces Ukraine-Russia war – live: Putin’s forces suffer blow as helicopters destroyed by missile strikes, says Kyiv
2023-10-18 14:21
Why is Target pulling some Pride merch? The retailer's response to hostile backlash, explained
Why is Target pulling some Pride merch? The retailer's response to hostile backlash, explained
Target is removing some items and making other changes to its LGBTQ+ merchandise nationwide after intense backlash from some shoppers ahead of Pride month
2023-05-25 04:56
WHO says contaminated cough syrup sold in Cameroon
WHO says contaminated cough syrup sold in Cameroon
(Reuters) -The World Health Organization on Wednesday said a batch of cough and cold syrup sold in Cameroon under the
2023-07-19 23:48
WTC final: Why has India stopped winning ICC tournaments?
WTC final: Why has India stopped winning ICC tournaments?
Stars like VIrat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Ravindra Jadeja failed to win World Test Championship for India.
2023-06-12 11:19
Yellen warns of risks of over-concentration of clean energy supply chains
Yellen warns of risks of over-concentration of clean energy supply chains
By Andrea Shalal LAS VEGAS The United States is working to build resilient, diversified clean energy supply chains
2023-08-14 17:50
Who is Joseph Jorgenson? Minnesota man accused of killing girlfriend linked to disappearance of another woman
Who is Joseph Jorgenson? Minnesota man accused of killing girlfriend linked to disappearance of another woman
The Saint Paul Police Department noted that Fanta Xayavong was last seen with Joseph Jorgenson in July 2021 promptly before her disappearance
2023-07-03 16:49
Wanted activists should surrender or 'spend days in fear': Hong Kong leader
Wanted activists should surrender or 'spend days in fear': Hong Kong leader
Hong Kong's leader has called on eight overseas activists to turn themselves in a day after police put out bounties on them for violating...
2023-07-04 11:47
Malaysia Seen to Go on Lengthy Key Rate Pause as Inflation Cools
Malaysia Seen to Go on Lengthy Key Rate Pause as Inflation Cools
Malaysia’s central bank is expected to keep borrowing costs steady even up to 2025 as price pressures diminish
2023-11-24 07:26
European Stocks Muted After First-Half Gains; Energy Shares Rise
European Stocks Muted After First-Half Gains; Energy Shares Rise
European stocks were muted on Monday following gains in the first half of the year as cyclical sectors
2023-07-03 21:20
'No safe area': CNN journalist details his family's desperate flight south from Gaza City
'No safe area': CNN journalist details his family's desperate flight south from Gaza City
Ibrahim Dahman and his family entered the hotel room and looked out toward the blue of the Mediterranean Sea. His two young sons were excited to spot a swimming pool below their window, but this was no vacation.
2023-10-17 06:29
Walgreens Cuts Forecast, to Close 300 Boots Stores in UK
Walgreens Cuts Forecast, to Close 300 Boots Stores in UK
Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. slashed its full-year profit forecast and announced plans to close 450 stores in the
2023-06-28 14:59