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<p>Five people, including two children, presumably&nbsp;family&nbsp;were found dead inside an Oklahoma City home Monday (Apr 22) morning. According to police sergeant Gary Knight, all five people appeared to&nbsp;be murdered.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"When officers arrived, they made entry into the home and did indeed find five people in there who were deceased,"&nbsp;Knight said.</p>

<p>"This&nbsp;wasn't&nbsp;a carbon monoxide situation or anything like that - these are five people who&nbsp;were killed,"&nbsp;the police sergeant said.&nbsp;“All died violently,"&nbsp;he told NBC News.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The victims include a man and a woman. According to police, all five people had injuries consistent with homicides. Police are investigating it as a shooting incident as they found a gun on the&nbsp;man's&nbsp;body.</p>

<p>Police were sent to the house approximately 16 miles west of downtown Oklahoma City at 9:35 am&nbsp;after receiving a report of corpses inside, according to Knight. A 10-year-old had found the bodies, according to local media reports.</p>

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<p>The Mustang Public School District confirmed that two current - one in sixth grade, the other in ninth, and one ex-student were among three discovered deceased in the residence.</p>

<p>“It is with&nbsp;a very heavy&nbsp;heart that I share some&nbsp;very sad&nbsp;news with all of you today. Earlier today, we confirmed that a tragedy occurred at a home within our District, and we&nbsp;can now confirm the deaths of two of our students (a 6th-grade student attending Meadow Brook Intermediate and a 9th-grade student attending Mustang High School) along with a recent (2023) MPS graduate,"&nbsp;Mustang Public&nbsp;Schools superintendent Charles Bradley said in a statement.</p>

<p>"We are shocked, and our hearts&nbsp;are broken; this tragedy&nbsp;simply&nbsp;defies understanding. While this has been&nbsp;a very difficult&nbsp;year for the MPS Family,&nbsp;both&nbsp;students and adults may struggle with managing their feelings and reactions to this news,"&nbsp;the statement read.</p>


Five people, including two children, presumably family were found dead inside an Oklahoma City home Monday (Apr 22) morning. According to police sergeant Gary Knight, all five people appeared to be murdered.

Five people, including two children, presumably family were found dead inside an Oklahoma City home Monday (Apr 22) morning. According to police sergeant Gary Knight, all five people appeared to be murdered. "When officers arrived, they made entry into the home and did indeed find five people in there who were deceased," Knight said. "This wasn't a carbon monoxide situation or anything like that - these are five people who were killed," the police sergeant said. “All died violently," he told NBC News. The victims include a man and a woman. According to police, all five people had injuries consistent with homicides. Police are investigating it as a shooting incident as they found a gun on the man's body. Police were sent to the house approximately 16 miles west of downtown Oklahoma City at 9:35 am after receiving a report of corpses inside, according to Knight. A 10-year-old had found the bodies, according to local media reports. Also read: Two kids dead, 15 injured after drunk woman drives car through birthday party in US The Mustang Public School District confirmed that two current - one in sixth grade, the other in ninth, and one ex-student were among three discovered deceased in the residence. “It is with a very heavy heart that I share some very sad news with all of you today. Earlier today, we confirmed that a tragedy occurred at a home within our District, and we can now confirm the deaths of two of our students (a 6th-grade student attending Meadow Brook Intermediate and a 9th-grade student attending Mustang High School) along with a recent (2023) MPS graduate," Mustang Public Schools superintendent Charles Bradley said in a statement. "We are shocked, and our hearts are broken; this tragedy simply defies understanding. While this has been a very difficult year for the MPS Family, both students and adults may struggle with managing their feelings and reactions to this news," the statement read.

US: Five found dead in Oklahoma City home under mysterious circumstances

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<p>Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was given insulin on Monday night in India's Tihar Jail after his blood sugar level skyrocketed to 320. The Aam Aadmi Party leader on Monday (Apr 22)&nbsp;accused the Tihar prison management of failing to provide him with insulin despite numerous demands.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Tihar denied&nbsp;Kejriwal's&nbsp;accusations, saying specialists from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) did not recommend insulin.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Finally, the BJP [ruling Bharatiya Janata Party] and its jail administration came to their senses and gave INSULIN to CM&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hindustantimes.com/topic/arvind-kejriwal" target="_blank">Arvind Kejriwal</a>&nbsp;in jail," the AAP wrote on X.</p>

<p>"CM&nbsp;Kejriwal's&nbsp;sugar level had reached 320.&nbsp;This&nbsp;has been possible only due to the blessings of Lord Hanuman and the struggle of the people of Delhi. We have&nbsp;succeeded in delivering&nbsp;insulin to our Chief Minister,” it said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Today&nbsp;it&nbsp;is clear that the Chief Minister was right, he&nbsp;needed insulin.&nbsp;But&nbsp;the officials under&nbsp;the&nbsp;BJP's&nbsp;central government were deliberately not treating him," Delhi Minister and AAP leader Saurabh Bharadwaj said in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Tell me&nbsp;BJP&nbsp;people! If insulin is not needed&nbsp;then&nbsp;why are you giving it now? Because the whole world is cursing them," he asked.&nbsp;</p>

<p>AIIMS&nbsp;was ordered&nbsp;by a city court to establish a medical board in order to evaluate&nbsp;Kejriwal's&nbsp;medical requirements, specifically concerning insulin.</p>

<p>The court&nbsp;drew attention to&nbsp;differences between the&nbsp;doctor's&nbsp;recommended diet and the Delhi chief&nbsp;minister's&nbsp;home-cooked meal plan.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="http://wionews.com/india-news/arvind-kejriwal-health-delhi-cms-plea-seeking-medical-consultation-rejected-by-court-713911" hreflang="en">Arvind Kejriwal health: Delhi Court rejects CM’s plea seeking personal medical consultation</a></strong></p>

<p>Kejriwal refuted the jail&nbsp;administration's&nbsp;claim that he never brought up the topic of insulin during his meetings with the doctors in a letter he sent to the Tihar jail superintendent on Monday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Delhi CM maintains that throughout 10 days, he&nbsp;brought up the subject of insulin requirement&nbsp;repeatedly.</p>

<p>"I&nbsp;showed my high sugar levels to every doctor who came to see me. I showed them that there were three peaks in the sugar level every day -- between 250-320,"&nbsp;Kejriwal said in his letter.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I&nbsp;also showed them that my fasting sugar level was&nbsp;in the range of&nbsp;160-200 every day. Almost every day, I demanded insulin. Then how could you make such a statement that I never raised the&nbsp;issue of insulin?"&nbsp;he added.</p>

<p>Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva said: "Of course, Arvind Kejriwal is a diabetic, but his sugar is under control in jail because he did not ask for insulin even during the video interaction with the doctors of AIIMS and RML."&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Why is Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal in jail?</strong></h2>

<p>The Delhi chief minister has been in Tihar jail since April 1 after being taken into custody by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on March 21&nbsp;in relation to&nbsp;a money-laundering case involving the government of&nbsp;Delhi's&nbsp;now-canceled excise policy.</p>

<p>On May 15, the Delhi High Court will consider&nbsp;Kejriwal's&nbsp;appeal against the summonses that the investigation agency had issued him.&nbsp;</p>


Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was given insulin on Monday night in India's Tihar Jail after his blood sugar level skyrocketed to 320. The Aam Aadmi Party leader on Monday (Apr 22) accused the Tihar prison management of failing to provide him with insulin despite numerous demands.

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal was given insulin on Monday night in India's Tihar Jail after his blood sugar level skyrocketed to 320. The Aam Aadmi Party leader on Monday (Apr 22) accused the Tihar prison management of failing to provide him with insulin despite numerous demands. Tihar denied Kejriwal's accusations, saying specialists from All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) did not recommend insulin. “Finally, the BJP [ruling Bharatiya Janata Party] and its jail administration came to their senses and gave INSULIN to CM Arvind Kejriwal in jail," the AAP wrote on X. "CM Kejriwal's sugar level had reached 320. This has been possible only due to the blessings of Lord Hanuman and the struggle of the people of Delhi. We have succeeded in delivering insulin to our Chief Minister,” it said. "Today it is clear that the Chief Minister was right, he needed insulin. But the officials under the BJP's central government were deliberately not treating him," Delhi Minister and AAP leader Saurabh Bharadwaj said in a statement. "Tell me BJP people! If insulin is not needed then why are you giving it now? Because the whole world is cursing them," he asked. AIIMS was ordered by a city court to establish a medical board in order to evaluate Kejriwal's medical requirements, specifically concerning insulin. The court drew attention to differences between the doctor's recommended diet and the Delhi chief minister's home-cooked meal plan. Also read: Arvind Kejriwal health: Delhi Court rejects CM’s plea seeking personal medical consultation Kejriwal refuted the jail administration's claim that he never brought up the topic of insulin during his meetings with the doctors in a letter he sent to the Tihar jail superintendent on Monday. The Delhi CM maintains that throughout 10 days, he brought up the subject of insulin requirement repeatedly. "I showed my high sugar levels to every doctor who came to see me. I showed them that there were three peaks in the sugar level every day -- between 250-320," Kejriwal said in his letter. "I also showed them that my fasting sugar level was in the range of 160-200 every day. Almost every day, I demanded insulin. Then how could you make such a statement that I never raised the issue of insulin?" he added. Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva said: "Of course, Arvind Kejriwal is a diabetic, but his sugar is under control in jail because he did not ask for insulin even during the video interaction with the doctors of AIIMS and RML." Why is Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal in jail? The Delhi chief minister has been in Tihar jail since April 1 after being taken into custody by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on March 21 in relation to a money-laundering case involving the government of Delhi's now-canceled excise policy. On May 15, the Delhi High Court will consider Kejriwal's appeal against the summonses that the investigation agency had issued him.

Delhi CM Kejriwal receives insulin in Tihar jail as blood sugar levels peak

<p>Hamas ally Hezbollah said on Monday it had fired "dozens" of Katyusha rockets at an army headquarters in northern Israel in response to raids targeting villages in southern Lebanon.</p>

<p>Since Hamas's unprecedented October 7 attack on Israel triggered war in Gaza, there have been near-daily cross-border exchanges of fire between the Israeli army and Iran-backed Hezbollah.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With Israel-Iran tensions at an all-time high, the Lebanese Shiite militant group has intensified its attacks on Israel military targets across the border.</p>

<p>A Hezbollah statement said it had bombarded "the headquarters of the 3rd Infantry Brigade of the 91st Division at Ein Zeitim Base with dozens of Katyusha rockets".</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="http://wionews.com/world/idf-jets-hit-hezbollah-targets-in-southern-lebanon-overnight-713558" hreflang="en">IDF jets hit Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon overnight, kill operatives</a></strong></p>

<p>This was in response to Israeli attacks on "southern villages and civilian homes", most recently in Srifa, Odaisseh and Rab Tlatin.</p>

<p>Lebanon's official National News Agency (NNA) reported Israeli strikes on the three villages on Monday.</p>

<p>The Israeli military said "approximately 35 launches were identified crossing from Lebanon into the area of Ein Zeitim in northern Israel" and that no injuries were reported.</p>

<p>It said "troops struck the sources of the launches".</p>

<p>Since October 7 at least 376 people have been killed in Lebanon, mostly Hezbollah fighters but also 70 civilians, according to an AFP tally.</p>

<p>Israel says 10 soldiers and eight civilians have been killed on its side of the border.</p>


Hamas ally Hezbollah said on Monday it had fired "dozens" of Katyusha rockets at an army headquarters in northern Israel in response to raids targeting villages in southern Lebanon.

Hamas ally Hezbollah said on Monday it had fired "dozens" of Katyusha rockets at an army headquarters in northern Israel in response to raids targeting villages in southern Lebanon. Since Hamas's unprecedented October 7 attack on Israel triggered war in Gaza, there have been near-daily cross-border exchanges of fire between the Israeli army and Iran-backed Hezbollah. With Israel-Iran tensions at an all-time high, the Lebanese Shiite militant group has intensified its attacks on Israel military targets across the border. A Hezbollah statement said it had bombarded "the headquarters of the 3rd Infantry Brigade of the 91st Division at Ein Zeitim Base with dozens of Katyusha rockets". Also read: IDF jets hit Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon overnight, kill operatives This was in response to Israeli attacks on "southern villages and civilian homes", most recently in Srifa, Odaisseh and Rab Tlatin. Lebanon's official National News Agency (NNA) reported Israeli strikes on the three villages on Monday. The Israeli military said "approximately 35 launches were identified crossing from Lebanon into the area of Ein Zeitim in northern Israel" and that no injuries were reported. It said "troops struck the sources of the launches". Since October 7 at least 376 people have been killed in Lebanon, mostly Hezbollah fighters but also 70 civilians, according to an AFP tally. Israel says 10 soldiers and eight civilians have been killed on its side of the border.

Hezbollah says 'dozens' of rockets fired at Israeli Army HQ in north

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<p>Volkswagen employees in Tennessee on&nbsp;Friday (April 19) voted decisively to unionise, marking a historic day for organised labour in the American South.&nbsp;The voting results, announced by the corporation on Friday, show an overwhelming 73 per cent support for union representation by the United Auto Workers (UAW) at the Chattanooga plant, which has been open for 13 years. Over three days, more than 3,600 of the 4,326 workers who were entitled to vote cast their votes.</p>

<p>"Volkswagen workers just made history!" said a UAW post on X accompanied by a celebratory video applauding the employees&nbsp;for their decision.</p>

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<p>This victory adds to the string of successes for UAW President Shawn Fain, who took office in March 2023. Fain's leadership was instrumental in securing significant salary increases for members following the "Stand Up Strike" at Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis last fall.</p>

<p>“Many of the talking heads and the pundits have&nbsp;said to me repeatedly, before we announced, that you can’t win in the South. But you all said, watch this.&nbsp;You all moved the mountain,” Fain told the crowd&nbsp;according&nbsp;to media reports.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="http://wionews.com/world/senate-renews-surveillance-bill-despite-privacy-concerns-713251" target="_blank">Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: US Senate renews surveillance bill despite privacy&nbsp;concerns</a></strong></p>

<p>In November 2023, President Fain announced an ambitious campaign aimed at unionizing 13 companies, encompassing nearly 150,000 workers,&nbsp;with a focus&nbsp;on southern states like Tennessee. Chattanooga became the first plant to undergo an election under this initiative.</p>

<p>"Let me be clear to the Republican governors that tried to undermine this vote: there is nothing to fear from American workers using their voice and their legal right to form a union if they so choose," Biden said in a statement after the victory was announced.</p>

<p>Following the Chattanooga vote, attention now turns to the upcoming election at a Mercedes-Benz factory in Vance, Alabama. Scheduled to take place from May 13-17, this vote will be closely watched as another potential milestone for organised labour in the region, as announced by the National Labor Relations Board earlier this week.</p>


Volkswagen employees in Tennessee on Friday (April 19) voted decisively to unionise, marking a historic day for organised labour in the American South. The voting results, announced by the corporation on Friday, show an overwhelming 73 per cent support for union representation by the United Auto Workers (UAW) at the Chattanooga plant, which has been open for 13 years.

Volkswagen employees in Tennessee on Friday (April 19) voted decisively to unionise, marking a historic day for organised labour in the American South. The voting results, announced by the corporation on Friday, show an overwhelming 73 per cent support for union representation by the United Auto Workers (UAW) at the Chattanooga plant, which has been open for 13 years. Over three days, more than 3,600 of the 4,326 workers who were entitled to vote cast their votes. "Volkswagen workers just made history!" said a UAW post on X accompanied by a celebratory video applauding the employees for their decision. Volkswagen workers just made history!#StandUpUAW pic.twitter.com/hRFaiFlPtq — UAW (@UAW) April 20, 2024 × This victory adds to the string of successes for UAW President Shawn Fain, who took office in March 2023. Fain's leadership was instrumental in securing significant salary increases for members following the "Stand Up Strike" at Ford, General Motors, and Stellantis last fall. “Many of the talking heads and the pundits have said to me repeatedly, before we announced, that you can’t win in the South. But you all said, watch this. You all moved the mountain,” Fain told the crowd according to media reports. Also read: Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act: US Senate renews surveillance bill despite privacy concerns In November 2023, President Fain announced an ambitious campaign aimed at unionizing 13 companies, encompassing nearly 150,000 workers, with a focus on southern states like Tennessee. Chattanooga became the first plant to undergo an election under this initiative. "Let me be clear to the Republican governors that tried to undermine this vote: there is nothing to fear from American workers using their voice and their legal right to form a union if they so choose," Biden said in a statement after the victory was announced. Following the Chattanooga vote, attention now turns to the upcoming election at a Mercedes-Benz factory in Vance, Alabama. Scheduled to take place from May 13-17, this vote will be closely watched as another potential milestone for organised labour in the region, as announced by the National Labor Relations Board earlier this week.

Volkswagen workers in Tennessee vote overwhelmingly for unionisation

My Hero Academia Manga Could End Like Attack on Titan

The final chapter of Kohei Horikoshi’s My Hero Academia series is nearing its climax, with Class 1-A students from U.A. High joining Deku in his final battle against TomurAFO.

Fans are sharing various theories about how My Hero Academia might end, but one recent theory on X stands out. It proposes that the series could have a finale similar to Attack on Titan.

The theory suggests that in My Hero Academia, the final villain might not be All For One but a parasite that gave birth to Quirks. This parasite might have infected humans through water, leading to the emergence of Quirks worldwide.

The theory parallels Attack on Titan, where the Titans were eradicated when their source, Hallucigenia, was destroyed.

If true, this theory could lead to an ending in My Hero Academia where Quirks are eliminated from the world, similar to how Titans were eliminated in Attack on Titan.

However, it’s important to note that this theory is just speculation based on certain story events and is not confirmed by the creators.

Disclaimer: The release dates are accurate as per information available at the time of writing, and subject to change at the discretion of producers.


Demon Slayer: Hashira Training Arc Will Be The Shortest Season – Here’s Why

Season 4 of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba is scheduled to premiere on May 12, 2024, and it appears that it will be short.

The first season was 26 episodes long, the second had 18, and the third had 11 episodes. The downward trend continues and Demon Slayer: Hashira Training Arc will conclude on June 30th.

The season will cover the Hashira training arc, which comprises only 9 chapters in the manga.

To make matters worse, the first chapter of the fourth season was previously featured in the series’ final movie, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba - To the Hashira Training.

This means that if you went to the theatre to see it, you’d probably only be interested in 6 or 7 of the eight chapters.

<p>Fans of the beloved anime series Yuri!!! on Ice received disappointing news on Friday (Apr 19) as Studio MAPPA officially declared the cancellation of the much-anticipated movie, Yuri!!! on Ice: Ice Adolescence. The studio, known for animating Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man, cited "various circumstances" as the reason behind the decision.</p>

<p>Fans are not at all happy with this development and took to social media to express their disappointment. "It took them seven years to come up with an excuse to not make this movie that sounded somewhat believable. Don't fall for it. Yuri on Ice was a massive original IP with a level of international fame and celebrity interest that's rarely seen in anime. It was profitable," a fan wrote on X.&nbsp;</p>

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— daya 🪼 (@retroternity) <a href="https://twitter.com/retroternity/status/1781164890129908018?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 19, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p>Another added, "I don't think ppl understand just how crazy yuri on ice was at the time, because it didn't really advertise itself as a BL and at first glance it looked like it could be your average queerbait sports anime. then the kiss happened and the world went wild lol."</p>

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<p>"People saying they're disappointed but not surprised by the cancelation but I'm genuinely surprised by their audacity to fucking lie that yuri on ice did not make them enough profit when in reality they've just used up all the money for their other big ass shounen projects like??" a third&nbsp;wrote.</p>

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— Daily YOI &amp; Vitya❄ (@yoidaily) <a href="https://twitter.com/yoidaily/status/1781625917653369019?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 20, 2024</a></blockquote>
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— icy⁷ ♡’s dnp ⚞•⚟ (@luffyslover) <a href="https://twitter.com/luffyslover/status/1781168921384735109?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 19, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p>Yuri!!! on Ice gained widespread acclaim upon its release in 2017, captivating audiences with its unique take on the world of figure skating. The success of the original series led to the announcement of a follow-up film, Yuri!!! on Ice: Ice Adolescence, which was initially slated for release in 2019. However, the project encountered numerous delays and sparse updates, leaving fans eagerly awaiting news of its progress.</p>

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— M ☆ (satoru comeback 🔜) (@duskgumi) <a href="https://twitter.com/duskgumi/status/1781185720272519281?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 19, 2024</a></blockquote>
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<p>In an official statement released by Studio MAPPA on Friday (Apr 19), the production team wrote, "Thank you very much for always supporting Yuri!!! on ICE. Regarding the postponed release of YURI!! on ICE the movie: ICE ADOLESCENCE, we have come to the decision to unfortunately cancel its production. We deeply apologize for not being able to meet the expectations of all those who have been waiting and have continued to support us throughout these years. The production committee and staff have been in constant discussions to create and to deliver the movie, but due to various circumstances, we have had to make the difficult decision to stop the production. We sincerely apologize to everyone who has been anticipating its release and thank you once again for your continued support."</p>


Fans of the beloved anime series Yuri!!! on Ice received disappointing news on Friday (Apr 19) as Studio MAPPA officially declared the cancellation of the much-anticipated movie, Yuri!

Fans of the beloved anime series Yuri!!! on Ice received disappointing news on Friday (Apr 19) as Studio MAPPA officially declared the cancellation of the much-anticipated movie, Yuri!!! on Ice: Ice Adolescence. The studio, known for animating Jujutsu Kaisen, Chainsaw Man, cited "various circumstances" as the reason behind the decision. Fans are not at all happy with this development and took to social media to express their disappointment. "It took them seven years to come up with an excuse to not make this movie that sounded somewhat believable. Don't fall for it. Yuri on Ice was a massive original IP with a level of international fame and celebrity interest that's rarely seen in anime. It was profitable," a fan wrote on X. “dont kill yourself before the yuri on ice movie comes out” What Now Bro. pic.twitter.com/p4Ox6O2I6J — daya 🪼 (@retroternity) April 19, 2024 × Another added, "I don't think ppl understand just how crazy yuri on ice was at the time, because it didn't really advertise itself as a BL and at first glance it looked like it could be your average queerbait sports anime. then the kiss happened and the world went wild lol." this scene changed everyone's lives, literally rewrote history and mappas ungrateful ass just cancels the movie as if yuri on ice didn't pay their bills before JJK hit it big. OH THEY'LL BE DEALED WITHpic.twitter.com/b7KSqrMiG8 — Hi (@nadicanfly) April 19, 2024 × "People saying they're disappointed but not surprised by the cancelation but I'm genuinely surprised by their audacity to fucking lie that yuri on ice did not make them enough profit when in reality they've just used up all the money for their other big ass shounen projects like??" a third wrote. People saying they're disappointed but not surprised by the cancelation but I'm genuinely surprised by their audacity to fucking lie that yuri on ice did not make them enough profit when in reality they've just used up all the money for their other big ass shounen projects like?? pic.twitter.com/LdE3tCHM9J — Daily YOI & Vitya❄ (@yoidaily) April 20, 2024 × The cancellation of the yuri on ice ice adolescence movie is so brutal. Genuinely wish I never watched that anime and hyper fixated on it like I did…7 years of waiting for NOTHING pic.twitter.com/YcRierKtz6 — icy⁷ ♡’s dnp ⚞•⚟ (@luffyslover) April 19, 2024 × Yuri!!! on Ice gained widespread acclaim upon its release in 2017, captivating audiences with its unique take on the world of figure skating. The success of the original series led to the announcement of a follow-up film, Yuri!!! on Ice: Ice Adolescence, which was initially slated for release in 2019. However, the project encountered numerous delays and sparse updates, leaving fans eagerly awaiting news of its progress. jujutsu kaisen fans, pls thank yuri on ice for their sacrifice. yuri on ice fans, remember what they took from us… pic.twitter.com/Vh0DObKPnw — M ☆ (satoru comeback 🔜) (@duskgumi) April 19, 2024 × In an official statement released by Studio MAPPA on Friday (Apr 19), the production team wrote, "Thank you very much for always supporting Yuri!!! on ICE. Regarding the postponed release of YURI!! on ICE the movie: ICE ADOLESCENCE, we have come to the decision to unfortunately cancel its production. We deeply apologize for not being able to meet the expectations of all those who have been waiting and have continued to support us throughout these years. The production committee and staff have been in constant discussions to create and to deliver the movie, but due to various circumstances, we have had to make the difficult decision to stop the production. We sincerely apologize to everyone who has been anticipating its release and thank you once again for your continued support."

'JJK fans should thank Yuri on Ice fans for their sacrifice,' MAPPA cancels Yuri on Ice movie, fans react

<p>A recent research by the Nuffield Trust health think tank reveals&nbsp;that medicine shortages have&nbsp;become "new normal" in the United Kingdom. The impact of these shortages has been amplified by the aftermath of Brexit, posing serious problems for medical personnel, pharmacists, the NHS, and patients across the country.</p>

<h2><strong>Shortage&nbsp;warnings issued by drug companies doubled</strong></h2>

<p>According to the report, there has been a significant rise in the number of warnings issued by drug companies regarding impending supply problems. These warnings have more than doubled, from 648 in 2020 to 1,634 the previous year.</p>

<p>“The rise in shortages of vital medicines from rare to commonplace has been a shocking development that few would have expected a decade ago,” said Mark Dayan, the report’s lead author, and the Nuffield Trust’s Brexit programme lead.</p>

<p>Medication shortages have mainly impacted ADHD, type 2 diabetes, and epilepsy. Despite guarantees, several medications, particularly those for ADHD, remain difficult to get even after the predicted deadlines for their reintroduction into normal circulation.</p>

<p>Patients with chronic illnesses are facing serious consequences due to these shortages. Nicola Swanborough from the Epilepsy Society told The Guardian, “Our helpline has been inundated with calls from desperate people who are having to travel miles, often visiting multiple pharmacies to try and access their medication.”</p>

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<p>Paul Rees, the chief executive of the National Pharmacy Association said “Supply shortages are a real and present danger to those patients who rely on life-saving medicines for their wellbeing. Pharmacy teams have seen the problems get worse in this country over recent years, putting more patients at risk."&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Pharmacists … are spending hours a day hunting down stock, yet too often have to turn patients away. It’s distressing when pharmacy teams find themselves unable to provide prompt medicines services, through no fault of their own,” he added.</p>

<h2><strong>What are the reasons for&nbsp;medicine&nbsp;shortage in UK?</strong></h2>

<p>While global factors like the COVID-19 pandemic, inflation, and the war in Ukraine have contributed to the drug shortages, Brexit has significantly worsened the situation. The UK's departure from the EU has disrupted the smooth flow of medicines, leading to delays and uncertainties in drug supply chains.</p>

<p>“A clear picture emerged of underlying fragilities at a global and UK level, not fundamentally rooted in Brexit but exacerbated by it in some specific ways, especially through some companies removing the UK from their supply chains,” the study read.</p>

<p>The Royal Pharmaceutical Society recommended legislative reforms that would allow community pharmacists to issue alternate prescriptions when certain pharmaceuticals are unavailable.</p>

<p>The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) said that the majority of pharmaceuticals are still available and that concessionary pricing are not always connected to shortages.&nbsp;<br />
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A recent research by the Nuffield Trust health think tank reveals that medicine shortages have become "new normal" in the United Kingdom. The impact of these shortages has been amplified by the aftermath of Brexit, posing serious problems for medical personnel, pharmacists, the NHS, and patients across the country.

A recent research by the Nuffield Trust health think tank reveals that medicine shortages have become "new normal" in the United Kingdom. The impact of these shortages has been amplified by the aftermath of Brexit, posing serious problems for medical personnel, pharmacists, the NHS, and patients across the country. Shortage warnings issued by drug companies doubled According to the report, there has been a significant rise in the number of warnings issued by drug companies regarding impending supply problems. These warnings have more than doubled, from 648 in 2020 to 1,634 the previous year. “The rise in shortages of vital medicines from rare to commonplace has been a shocking development that few would have expected a decade ago,” said Mark Dayan, the report’s lead author, and the Nuffield Trust’s Brexit programme lead. Medication shortages have mainly impacted ADHD, type 2 diabetes, and epilepsy. Despite guarantees, several medications, particularly those for ADHD, remain difficult to get even after the predicted deadlines for their reintroduction into normal circulation. Patients with chronic illnesses are facing serious consequences due to these shortages. Nicola Swanborough from the Epilepsy Society told The Guardian, “Our helpline has been inundated with calls from desperate people who are having to travel miles, often visiting multiple pharmacies to try and access their medication.” Also read: Watching sports linked to better physical and mental well-being: Study Paul Rees, the chief executive of the National Pharmacy Association said “Supply shortages are a real and present danger to those patients who rely on life-saving medicines for their wellbeing. Pharmacy teams have seen the problems get worse in this country over recent years, putting more patients at risk." “Pharmacists … are spending hours a day hunting down stock, yet too often have to turn patients away. It’s distressing when pharmacy teams find themselves unable to provide prompt medicines services, through no fault of their own,” he added. What are the reasons for medicine shortage in UK? While global factors like the COVID-19 pandemic, inflation, and the war in Ukraine have contributed to the drug shortages, Brexit has significantly worsened the situation. The UK's departure from the EU has disrupted the smooth flow of medicines, leading to delays and uncertainties in drug supply chains. “A clear picture emerged of underlying fragilities at a global and UK level, not fundamentally rooted in Brexit but exacerbated by it in some specific ways, especially through some companies removing the UK from their supply chains,” the study read. The Royal Pharmaceutical Society recommended legislative reforms that would allow community pharmacists to issue alternate prescriptions when certain pharmaceuticals are unavailable. The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) said that the majority of pharmaceuticals are still available and that concessionary pricing are not always connected to shortages.

UK faces 'new normal' of medicine supply shortage post-Brexit: Report

<p>WION is tracking all the live updates of phase one of the Lok Sabha elections in India.&nbsp;The Chief Electoral Officer announced on Friday that repolling will be conducted at 11 polling stations in the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha constituencies on Monday. Meanwhile,&nbsp;At least two people were killed and 14 others were injured in a block party shooting in Memphis, US on Saturday (Apr 20).&nbsp;</p>

<p>In other news, the US House of Representatives on Saturday (Apr 20) passed legislation that would ban TikTok in the country if the platform's China-based owner ByteDance doesn’t sell its stake within a year. Also,&nbsp;The Japanese military&nbsp;on Sunday (Apr 21) confirmed seven people&nbsp;missing after two military helicopters crashed on Saturday, the news agency AFP reported.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>In the latest news from the elections, the opposition INDIA bloc will hold a mega rally in Ranchi on Sunday (Apr 21). The rally comes in the wake of the arrests of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and former Jharkhand chief minister Hemant Soren. According to the Congress party, at least 500,000 people are expected to attend the rally.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>At least two people were killed and 14 others were injured in a block party shooting in Memphis on Saturday (Apr 20). Citing authorities, a report by CNN said that three of the 14 injured were taken to hospitals in critical condition and the remaining 11 arrived at hospitals in private vehicles.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-house-votes-to-ban-tiktok-but-the-app-wont-go-away-anytime-soon-713454"><strong>US House votes to ban TikTok, but the app won't go away anytime soon</strong></a></p>

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<p>The US House of Representatives on Saturday (Apr 20) passed legislation that would ban TikTok in the country if the platform's China-based owner ByteDance doesn’t sell its stake within a year. A report by the news agency Associated Press said that the decision by House Republicans to include TikTok as part of a larger foreign aid package fast-tracked the ban after an earlier version had stalled in the Senate.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-confirms-seven-people-missing-after-two-military-helicopters-crash-713451"><strong>Japan confirms one person dead, seven people missing after two military helicopters crash</strong></a><br />
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<p>The Japanese military&nbsp;on Sunday (Apr 21) confirmed seven people&nbsp;missing after two military helicopters crashed on Saturday, the news agency AFP reported. The two SH-60K helicopters, belonging to the Maritime Self-Defense Force (MSDF) were each carrying four people on board. Addressing a press conference, Defence Minister Minoru Kihara told reporters that rescuers "spotted what are believed to be parts of the aircraft in the sea."&nbsp;</p>

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WION is tracking all the live updates of phase one of the Lok Sabha elections in India. The Chief Electoral Officer announced on Friday that repolling will be conducted at 11 polling stations in the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha constituencies on Monday.

WION is tracking all the live updates of phase one of the Lok Sabha elections in India. The Chief Electoral Officer announced on Friday that repolling will be conducted at 11 polling stations in the Inner Manipur Lok Sabha constituencies on Monday. Meanwhile, At least two people were killed and 14 others were injured in a block party shooting in Memphis, US on Saturday (Apr 20). In other news, the US House of Representatives on Saturday (Apr 20) passed legislation that would ban TikTok in the country if the platform's China-based owner ByteDance doesn’t sell its stake within a year. Also, The Japanese military on Sunday (Apr 21) confirmed seven people missing after two military helicopters crashed on Saturday, the news agency AFP reported. Click on the headlines to read more Lok Sabha elections 2024 LIVE: INDIA bloc to hold mega rally in Ranchi today In the latest news from the elections, the opposition INDIA bloc will hold a mega rally in Ranchi on Sunday (Apr 21). The rally comes in the wake of the arrests of Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal and former Jharkhand chief minister Hemant Soren. According to the Congress party, at least 500,000 people are expected to attend the rally. Two killed, 14 others injured in block party shooting in US' Memphis At least two people were killed and 14 others were injured in a block party shooting in Memphis on Saturday (Apr 20). Citing authorities, a report by CNN said that three of the 14 injured were taken to hospitals in critical condition and the remaining 11 arrived at hospitals in private vehicles. US House votes to ban TikTok, but the app won't go away anytime soon The US House of Representatives on Saturday (Apr 20) passed legislation that would ban TikTok in the country if the platform's China-based owner ByteDance doesn’t sell its stake within a year. A report by the news agency Associated Press said that the decision by House Republicans to include TikTok as part of a larger foreign aid package fast-tracked the ban after an earlier version had stalled in the Senate. Japan confirms one person dead, seven people missing after two military helicopters crash The Japanese military on Sunday (Apr 21) confirmed seven people missing after two military helicopters crashed on Saturday, the news agency AFP reported. The two SH-60K helicopters, belonging to the Maritime Self-Defense Force (MSDF) were each carrying four people on board. Addressing a press conference, Defence Minister Minoru Kihara told reporters that rescuers "spotted what are believed to be parts of the aircraft in the sea." Watch | Maldives Elections: Can President Muizzu's secure his tenure? ×

Morning news brief: INDIA bloc rally in Ranchi today; two killed in Memphis shooting, and more

<p>One of Antarctica's mysteries involves the Ross Ice Shelf, a massive slab of ice about the size of France. Recent findings suggest it's not as stable as it appears – in fact, it's moving, and this movement could cause trouble.</p>

<p>Researchers, led by Professor Doug Wiens of Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, discovered that the Ross Ice Shelf makes sudden jumps twice a day. Consider a piece of land the size of France that shifts position regularly. This movement, which is around 6 to 8 cm each time, may appear little, but it is important.</p>

<h2><strong>What's causing the Ross Ice Shelf jump?</strong></h2>

<p>The movement of ice is what causes these sudden shifts. Two sections of ice press against each other, just as tectonic plates on Earth cause earthquakes. This rubbing creates tension, which is released in these jumps. But why should we be concerned about ice movement in Antarctica?</p>

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<p>These jumps may appear harmless, but they are not. They might cause "icequakes" - seismic disturbances that occur within the ice. Imagine the ground trembling beneath your feet, except it's ice. These icequakes can be harmful, especially to animals and explorers. Furthermore, jumps may cause fractures in the ice shelf, compromising its stability. If the ice shelf breaks apart, increasing sea levels may endanger coastal towns throughout the world.</p>

<h2><strong>What did the study reveal?</strong></h2>

<p>Professor Wiens and his team gathered data using special devices called seismometers. These devices recorded the ground's movements and sounds around Antarctica. Through their research, they found a crucial connection between the Ross Ice Shelf and another ice formation called the Whillans Ice Stream. The movement of the Whillans Ice Stream, like a fast-flowing river of ice, triggers the jumps in the Ross Ice Shelf.</p>

<h2><strong>Are humans to blame for the Ross Ice Shelf jumps?</strong></h2>

<p>While climate change is a concern for Antarctica's stability, these ice shelf movements aren't directly linked to it. Instead, they might be due to natural factors, like changes in the Whillans Ice Stream's bed. However, studying these interactions between ice shelves and streams can give us valuable insights into Antarctica's future in a warming world.</p>

<p>For now, these jumps and icequakes are part of Antarctica's "normal" life. But there's a worry among scientists like Professor Wiens that the Ross Ice Shelf might eventually disintegrate, just like smaller shelves have done before. Understanding these movements is crucial for predicting Antarctica's fate and its impact on our planet.<br />
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One of Antarctica's mysteries involves the Ross Ice Shelf, a massive slab of ice about the size of France. Recent findings suggest it's not as stable as it appears – in fact, it's moving, and this movement could cause trouble.

One of Antarctica's mysteries involves the Ross Ice Shelf, a massive slab of ice about the size of France. Recent findings suggest it's not as stable as it appears – in fact, it's moving, and this movement could cause trouble. Researchers, led by Professor Doug Wiens of Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, discovered that the Ross Ice Shelf makes sudden jumps twice a day. Consider a piece of land the size of France that shifts position regularly. This movement, which is around 6 to 8 cm each time, may appear little, but it is important. What's causing the Ross Ice Shelf jump? The movement of ice is what causes these sudden shifts. Two sections of ice press against each other, just as tectonic plates on Earth cause earthquakes. This rubbing creates tension, which is released in these jumps. But why should we be concerned about ice movement in Antarctica? Also read: Scientists reveal why zebrafish can regenerate damaged heart but humans can’t These jumps may appear harmless, but they are not. They might cause "icequakes" - seismic disturbances that occur within the ice. Imagine the ground trembling beneath your feet, except it's ice. These icequakes can be harmful, especially to animals and explorers. Furthermore, jumps may cause fractures in the ice shelf, compromising its stability. If the ice shelf breaks apart, increasing sea levels may endanger coastal towns throughout the world. What did the study reveal? Professor Wiens and his team gathered data using special devices called seismometers. These devices recorded the ground's movements and sounds around Antarctica. Through their research, they found a crucial connection between the Ross Ice Shelf and another ice formation called the Whillans Ice Stream. The movement of the Whillans Ice Stream, like a fast-flowing river of ice, triggers the jumps in the Ross Ice Shelf. Are humans to blame for the Ross Ice Shelf jumps? While climate change is a concern for Antarctica's stability, these ice shelf movements aren't directly linked to it. Instead, they might be due to natural factors, like changes in the Whillans Ice Stream's bed. However, studying these interactions between ice shelves and streams can give us valuable insights into Antarctica's future in a warming world. For now, these jumps and icequakes are part of Antarctica's "normal" life. But there's a worry among scientists like Professor Wiens that the Ross Ice Shelf might eventually disintegrate, just like smaller shelves have done before. Understanding these movements is crucial for predicting Antarctica's fate and its impact on our planet.

Antarctic ice shelf jumps twice daily: Risk of catastrophic icequake, warn scientists

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<p>Voting for 21 national and provincial seats in Pakistan came to a close on Sunday (Apr 21) amid the temporary suspension of cellular services in specific districts of Punjab and Balochistan provinces. The authorities claimed these measures were taken to safeguard the electoral process, as reported by Dawn on Sunday.</p>

<h2><strong>For how many seats were the bypolls held?</strong></h2>

<p>The bypolls covered five seats in the National Assembly, 12 seats in the Punjab Assembly, two seats in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, and two seats in the Balochistan Assembly, according to the Election Commission of Pakistan.</p>

<h2><strong>Were there any incidents of violence?</strong></h2>

<p>The bypolls did not go without incidents of violence and disruptions in network services across polling stations. In Sheikhupura's PP-139, the polling process was briefly halted due to a firing incident.</p>

<p>In Lahore, at polling station number 171 (Lahore College), workers of the Pakistan Tehreeke-e-Insaf (PTI) and Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) coalition clashed with those of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) over setting up polling camps. Police intervened to resolve the dispute.</p>

<h2><strong>Political leaders' confrontations</strong></h2>

<p>Political leaders also reported confrontations. Shoaib Siddiqui from the Istehkam-i-Pakistan Party (IPP) mentioned a face-off in Union Council 184. Mian Shahzad Farooq of SIC claimed his party workers were being arrested in NA-119, and a polling agent was forced out of the returning officer's office when filing a complaint.</p>

<h2><strong>Extensive security measures</strong></h2>

<p>In Lahore, extensive security measures were in place, with 24 superintendents, 45 senior deputy police officers (SDPOs), and 168 inspectors, station house officers (SHOs), and investigation in-charges deployed. Additionally, 195 pickets were set up at entry and exit points, with security on high alert.</p>

<h2><strong>Cellular network shutdowns</strong></h2>

<p>The interior ministry had allowed the suspension of mobile internet services in 13 districts and tehsils in Punjab to maintain law and order. This move echoed similar shutdowns during the February 8 general elections. Additionally, access to social media platform X has been disrupted since Feb 17 following accusations of rigging by the former Rawalpindi commissioner against the chief election commissioner and chief justice of Pakistan.<br />
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Voting for 21 national and provincial seats in Pakistan came to a close on Sunday (Apr 21) amid the temporary suspension of cellular services in specific districts of Punjab and Balochistan provinces.

Voting for 21 national and provincial seats in Pakistan came to a close on Sunday (Apr 21) amid the temporary suspension of cellular services in specific districts of Punjab and Balochistan provinces. The authorities claimed these measures were taken to safeguard the electoral process, as reported by Dawn on Sunday. For how many seats were the bypolls held? The bypolls covered five seats in the National Assembly, 12 seats in the Punjab Assembly, two seats in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Assembly, and two seats in the Balochistan Assembly, according to the Election Commission of Pakistan. Were there any incidents of violence? The bypolls did not go without incidents of violence and disruptions in network services across polling stations. In Sheikhupura's PP-139, the polling process was briefly halted due to a firing incident. In Lahore, at polling station number 171 (Lahore College), workers of the Pakistan Tehreeke-e-Insaf (PTI) and Sunni Ittehad Council (SIC) coalition clashed with those of the Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) over setting up polling camps. Police intervened to resolve the dispute. Political leaders' confrontations Political leaders also reported confrontations. Shoaib Siddiqui from the Istehkam-i-Pakistan Party (IPP) mentioned a face-off in Union Council 184. Mian Shahzad Farooq of SIC claimed his party workers were being arrested in NA-119, and a polling agent was forced out of the returning officer's office when filing a complaint. Extensive security measures In Lahore, extensive security measures were in place, with 24 superintendents, 45 senior deputy police officers (SDPOs), and 168 inspectors, station house officers (SHOs), and investigation in-charges deployed. Additionally, 195 pickets were set up at entry and exit points, with security on high alert. Cellular network shutdowns The interior ministry had allowed the suspension of mobile internet services in 13 districts and tehsils in Punjab to maintain law and order. This move echoed similar shutdowns during the February 8 general elections. Additionally, access to social media platform X has been disrupted since Feb 17 following accusations of rigging by the former Rawalpindi commissioner against the chief election commissioner and chief justice of Pakistan. (With inputs from agencies)

Bypolls in Pakistan conclude, marred by violence and network shutdowns

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<p>According to Axios, the Biden administration may announce sanctions against the IDF's Netzah Yehuda battalion for alleged human rights violations against Palestinians in the West Bank for the first time.</p>

<p>The IDF's Netzah Yehuda group has previously been at the heart of various controversies involving right-wing extremism and violence against Palestinians.</p>

<p>The battalion was relocated out of the West Bank in December 2022, however, Israel denied this was due to their conduct, and it has since operated mostly in the country's north. It has been deployed to the Gaza Strip as part of the ongoing conflict against Hamas.</p>

<p>According to sources, sanctions would prohibit the supply of US weaponry to the primarily ultra-Orthodox infantry unit, as well as block its men from training with US forces or participating in any activity funded by the US under the Leahy Laws.</p>

<h2><strong>Here's how Israeli officials and the prime minister reacted to the news:</strong></h2>

<p>"Sanctions must not be imposed on the Israel Defense Forces! In recent weeks, I have been working against the imposition of sanctions on Israeli citizens, including in my conversations with senior American government officials. At a time when our soldiers are fighting the monsters of terror, the intention to impose a sanction on a unit in the IDF is the height of absurdity and a moral low. The government headed by me will act by all means against these moves," PM Netanyahu wrote.</p>

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<p>Defence minister Benny Gantz also took to X to voice his opinion on the matter, and wrote, "The Netzah Yehuda Battalion is an integral part of the IDF. It is subject to military law, and it operates by international law."</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<meta name="uuid" content="uuidvwKkhiDVPmtH" /><meta charset="utf-8" /><a href="http://wionews.com/world/benny-gantz-leads-in-preference-for-israeli-pm-netanyahu-not-far-behind-survey-713346" target="_blank">Benny Gantz leads in preference for Israeli PM, Netanyahu not far behind: Survey</a></strong></p>

<p>The State of Israel has a strong and independent judicial system, which knows how to investigate and examine any violation of the law or deviation from IDF orders, and so we will do. I have great respect for our American friends, but imposing sanctions on the unit is a dangerous precedent, and also sends the wrong message to our common enemies in a time of war. I will work so that this decision does not pass."</p>

<p>Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said, "A decision to impose American sanctions on the IDF while Israel is fighting for its existence is absolute madness. We warned that the Biden administration's sanctions against the settlers will continue for the IDF and the entire State of Israel. This is part of a planned move to force the State of Israel to agree to the establishment of a Palestinian state and abandon Israel's security."</p>

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According to Axios, the Biden administration may announce sanctions against the IDF's Netzah Yehuda battalion for alleged human rights violations against Palestinians in the West Bank for the first time.

According to Axios, the Biden administration may announce sanctions against the IDF's Netzah Yehuda battalion for alleged human rights violations against Palestinians in the West Bank for the first time. The IDF's Netzah Yehuda group has previously been at the heart of various controversies involving right-wing extremism and violence against Palestinians. The battalion was relocated out of the West Bank in December 2022, however, Israel denied this was due to their conduct, and it has since operated mostly in the country's north. It has been deployed to the Gaza Strip as part of the ongoing conflict against Hamas. According to sources, sanctions would prohibit the supply of US weaponry to the primarily ultra-Orthodox infantry unit, as well as block its men from training with US forces or participating in any activity funded by the US under the Leahy Laws. Here's how Israeli officials and the prime minister reacted to the news: "Sanctions must not be imposed on the Israel Defense Forces! In recent weeks, I have been working against the imposition of sanctions on Israeli citizens, including in my conversations with senior American government officials. At a time when our soldiers are fighting the monsters of terror, the intention to impose a sanction on a unit in the IDF is the height of absurdity and a moral low. The government headed by me will act by all means against these moves," PM Netanyahu wrote. גדוד נצח יהודה הוא חלק בלתי נפרד מצה״ל. הוא כפוף לחוק הצבאי, והוא פועל בהתאם למשפט הבינלאומי. למדינת ישראל מערכת משפט חזקה ועצמאית, שיודעת לבדוק ולבחון כל הפרת חוק או חריגה מפקודות צה״ל, וכך גם נעשה. יש לי הערכה רבה לידידינו האמריקאים, אבל הטלת סנקציות על היחידה היא תקדים מסוכן,… — בני גנץ - Benny Gantz (@gantzbe) April 20, 2024 × Defence minister Benny Gantz also took to X to voice his opinion on the matter, and wrote, "The Netzah Yehuda Battalion is an integral part of the IDF. It is subject to military law, and it operates by international law." Also read: Benny Gantz leads in preference for Israeli PM, Netanyahu not far behind: Survey The State of Israel has a strong and independent judicial system, which knows how to investigate and examine any violation of the law or deviation from IDF orders, and so we will do. I have great respect for our American friends, but imposing sanctions on the unit is a dangerous precedent, and also sends the wrong message to our common enemies in a time of war. I will work so that this decision does not pass." Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said, "A decision to impose American sanctions on the IDF while Israel is fighting for its existence is absolute madness. We warned that the Biden administration's sanctions against the settlers will continue for the IDF and the entire State of Israel. This is part of a planned move to force the State of Israel to agree to the establishment of a Palestinian state and abandon Israel's security."

US to sanction IDF unit for human rights violations against Palestinians, Netanyahu reacts

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