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<p>The United States military on Sunday (March 17)&nbsp;said it destroyed a drone in the Red Sea that was allegedly launched by Yemen's Houthi rebels, with another presumed to have crashed in the maritime region.</p>

<p>The US&nbsp;Central Command (CENTCOM) stated that there were no reports of damage or injuries from ships in the area.</p>

<p>CENTCOM also disclosed the destruction of five unmanned surface vessels and one UAV in self-defence within Houthi-controlled territories in Yemen.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Yemen's Houthis on rampage, US seeks dialogue with Iran</strong></p>

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<p>The US claimed that&nbsp;these weapons posed an imminent threat to both merchant vessels and US Navy ships in the region.</p>

<p>The ongoing attacks by the Houthis in the Red Sea have caused disruptions in global shipping, following which the companies have now rerouted their vessels through longer and costlier journeys around Southern Africa.</p>

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<p>Reports indicate that the Houthis have acquired a new hypersonic missile, reportedly deadlier than previous armaments.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The missile&nbsp;capable of speeds up to Mach 8 and fueled by solid propellants, is intended for use against targets in the Red Sea and potentially in Israel.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-shoots-three-houthi-drones-hours-after-warning-of-environmental-disaster-from-cargo-ship-hit-by-rebels-693385">US shoots three Houthi drones, hours after warning of environmental disaster from cargo ship hit by rebels</a></strong></p>

<p>Citing a military official close to the Houthis, Russia's state-run RIA Novosti revealed the group's plans to manufacture and deploy this ultra-high-speed projectile in the Red Sea, the Gulf of Aden, and potentially against Israeli targets. The agency, however, did not provide evidence to support the official's claims.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Houthis have not publicly acknowledged the possession of hypersonic missiles.</p>

<p>Iran, a key supporter of the Houthi rebels, also possesses&nbsp;a hypersonic missile named Fattah.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The United States military on Sunday (March 17) said it destroyed a drone in the Red Sea that was allegedly launched by Yemen's Houthi rebels, with another presumed to have crashed in the maritime region.

The United States military on Sunday (March 17) said it destroyed a drone in the Red Sea that was allegedly launched by Yemen's Houthi rebels, with another presumed to have crashed in the maritime region. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) stated that there were no reports of damage or injuries from ships in the area. CENTCOM also disclosed the destruction of five unmanned surface vessels and one UAV in self-defence within Houthi-controlled territories in Yemen. Also watch | Yemen's Houthis on rampage, US seeks dialogue with Iran × The US claimed that these weapons posed an imminent threat to both merchant vessels and US Navy ships in the region. The ongoing attacks by the Houthis in the Red Sea have caused disruptions in global shipping, following which the companies have now rerouted their vessels through longer and costlier journeys around Southern Africa. March 16 Red Sea Update On March 16, between 7:50 a.m. and 8:15 a.m. (Sanaa time), Iranian-backed Houthis launched two unmanned Aerial vehicles (UAV) from Houthi-controlled areas of Yemen toward the Red Sea. United States Central Command (CENTCOM) forces successfully engaged and… pic.twitter.com/MIiFbTsiDW — U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) March 17, 2024 × Reports indicate that the Houthis have acquired a new hypersonic missile, reportedly deadlier than previous armaments. The missile capable of speeds up to Mach 8 and fueled by solid propellants, is intended for use against targets in the Red Sea and potentially in Israel. Also read | US shoots three Houthi drones, hours after warning of environmental disaster from cargo ship hit by rebels Citing a military official close to the Houthis, Russia's state-run RIA Novosti revealed the group's plans to manufacture and deploy this ultra-high-speed projectile in the Red Sea, the Gulf of Aden, and potentially against Israeli targets. The agency, however, did not provide evidence to support the official's claims. The Houthis have not publicly acknowledged the possession of hypersonic missiles. Iran, a key supporter of the Houthi rebels, also possesses a hypersonic missile named Fattah. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Australia’s Northern Territory (NT) and Queensland brace for the crossing of Tropical Cyclone Megan which developed into a category three cyclone and is set to bring heavy rains and potentially destructive wind gusts and lead to widespread damage and flooding in coastal regions in the upcoming week.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Storm to strengthen?</strong></h2>

<p>The storm, as per Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology (BOM), is set to cross the Northern Territory town of Borroloola. On Sunday (Mar 17) afternoon, emergency services advised residents who would not be able to shelter safely to move elsewhere.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Borroloola as of this morning has a heightened risk that was intensified with the intensification of Tropical Cyclone Megan,” said NT Police Superintendent Sonia Kennon, as quoted by ABC News.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The official has also urged the residents to shelter in a safe place and stay inside until the authorities have given an all-clear.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>There is also a 20 per cent chance that Megan could develop into a category four storm when it makes landfall, said BOM.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“It does have enough time that it can strengthen,” said the agency’s Shenagh Gamble, as quoted by the Australian Associated Press, adding that their current forecast indicates that it will not.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>About the storm</strong></h2>

<p>The severe Tropical Cyclone Megan formed over the Gulf of Carpentaria, near the island of Groote Eylandt, on Saturday (Mar 16) afternoon and moved south towards the NT and Queensland border.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As of Sunday morning, it was a category-two storm but intensified as the day progressed. Megan is expected to make landfall as a category three storm late Monday (Mar 18) or early Tuesday near the border between Queensland and NT.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“It’s quite a large tropical cyclone, taking up around one third of the Gulf of Carpentaria area,” said Gamble. According to BOM, the cyclone would have a “very destructive core” when it makes landfall on Monday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The bureau has also particularly warned residents near the coastal regions between Nathan River and the border as there is a “very dangerous storm tide associated with this system” and they are expected to be “significantly higher than the normal high tides,” said Gamble.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Situation in Groote Eylandt</strong></h2>

<p>A cyclone alert was in place from Groote Eylandt to Mornington Island and included the far inland town of Borroloola. The authorities have also expressed concern, particularly for remote indigenous communities on Groote Eylandt.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-says-it-destroyed-houthi-drone-over-red-sea-to-protect-freedom-of-navigation-700968">US says it destroyed Houthi drone over red sea 'to protect freedom of navigation'</a></strong></p>

<p>The small island has received more than 400 millimetres of rainfall in the past 24 hours. Alia Stevenson, a long-time resident of Groote Eylandt told ABC News, that many trees were down across the island, the wharf had been damaged, and water bubbles had formed under the roads.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The rains have also led to the closure of highways, and supermarkets, and residents could not travel between communities, said Stevenson.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em><br />
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Australia’s Northern Territory (NT) and Queensland brace for the crossing of Tropical Cyclone Megan which developed into a category three cyclone and is set to bring heavy rains and potentially destructive wind gusts and lead to widespread damage and flooding in coastal regions in the upcoming week.

Australia’s Northern Territory (NT) and Queensland brace for the crossing of Tropical Cyclone Megan which developed into a category three cyclone and is set to bring heavy rains and potentially destructive wind gusts and lead to widespread damage and flooding in coastal regions in the upcoming week. Storm to strengthen? The storm, as per Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology (BOM), is set to cross the Northern Territory town of Borroloola. On Sunday (Mar 17) afternoon, emergency services advised residents who would not be able to shelter safely to move elsewhere. “Borroloola as of this morning has a heightened risk that was intensified with the intensification of Tropical Cyclone Megan,” said NT Police Superintendent Sonia Kennon, as quoted by ABC News. The official has also urged the residents to shelter in a safe place and stay inside until the authorities have given an all-clear. Also Read | UK village ‘distraught’ after dozens of dead animals found dumped outside local shop There is also a 20 per cent chance that Megan could develop into a category four storm when it makes landfall, said BOM. “It does have enough time that it can strengthen,” said the agency’s Shenagh Gamble, as quoted by the Australian Associated Press, adding that their current forecast indicates that it will not. About the storm The severe Tropical Cyclone Megan formed over the Gulf of Carpentaria, near the island of Groote Eylandt, on Saturday (Mar 16) afternoon and moved south towards the NT and Queensland border. As of Sunday morning, it was a category-two storm but intensified as the day progressed. Megan is expected to make landfall as a category three storm late Monday (Mar 18) or early Tuesday near the border between Queensland and NT. “It’s quite a large tropical cyclone, taking up around one third of the Gulf of Carpentaria area,” said Gamble. According to BOM, the cyclone would have a “very destructive core” when it makes landfall on Monday. The bureau has also particularly warned residents near the coastal regions between Nathan River and the border as there is a “very dangerous storm tide associated with this system” and they are expected to be “significantly higher than the normal high tides,” said Gamble. Situation in Groote Eylandt A cyclone alert was in place from Groote Eylandt to Mornington Island and included the far inland town of Borroloola. The authorities have also expressed concern, particularly for remote indigenous communities on Groote Eylandt. Also Read | US says it destroyed Houthi drone over red sea 'to protect freedom of navigation' The small island has received more than 400 millimetres of rainfall in the past 24 hours. Alia Stevenson, a long-time resident of Groote Eylandt told ABC News, that many trees were down across the island, the wharf had been damaged, and water bubbles had formed under the roads. The rains have also led to the closure of highways, and supermarkets, and residents could not travel between communities, said Stevenson. (With inputs from agencies)

Tropical Cyclone Megan: Australia’s Northern Territory and Queensland brace for category-three storm

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<p>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (Mar 17) slammed the international community for their stand against the war and also trying to stop the war now before Israel "achieves" all of its goals.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Netanyahu's remarks came after last week US Senator Chuck Schumer called for elections in Israel and said that the prime minister is a major obstacle to peace in the Middle East.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amid international pressure over war, especially for a ceasefire during the festive period of Ramadan, Netanyahu asked the world, "Did you already forget October 7?"&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gaza-war-israel-walks-for-ceasefire-talks-after-hamas-steps-back-on-key-demands-700960">Gaza war: Israel walks for ceasefire talks after Hamas steps back on key demands</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>At the start of his cabinet meeting, Netanyahu said, "To our friends in the international community I say: Is your memory so short? So quickly you forgot about October&nbsp;7, the worst massacre committed against Jews since the Holocaust?"&nbsp;</p>

<p>"So quickly you are ready to deny Israel the right to defend itself against the monsters of Hamas?," he added.&nbsp;<br />
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In response to Senator Chuck Schumer’s call for his replacement, Netanyahu said&nbsp;that the Jewish legislator is not “opposing me, he’s opposing the people of Israel” and&nbsp;called&nbsp; Schumer’s speech “totally inappropriate.”</p>

<p>“You don’t do that to a sister democracy,” says Netanyahu. Netanyahu insists that Israel is doing everything it can to allow aid into Gaza, but the “problem is that once trucks get in, they’re looted by Hamas and gangs.”</p>

<p>On October 7, the Palestinian terrorist group Hamas launched an unprecedented attack on Israel, killing about 1,140 people, mostly civilians, according to official Israeli figures. Hamas had also taken some 250 people hostage. Some of them were later returned as part of a deal in exchange for Palestinian prisoners.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-says-it-destroyed-houthi-drone-over-red-sea-to-protect-freedom-of-navigation-700968">US says it destroyed Houthi drone over red sea 'to protect freedom of navigation'</a>&nbsp;</strong></p>

<p>The Israeli government responded with the launch of 'Operation Swords of Iron' and responded with strikes and ground incursions on Gaza that have killed more than 30,000 people, according to the Hamas-run territory's health ministry.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Recalling the terrors of October 7, Netanyahu said at a government meeting in Jerusalem that "since the beginning of the war, we are fighting on two fronts – the military front and the diplomatic front."</p>

<p>"It's no secret that international pressure against us is increasing," he said, further adding that Israel "must not give in to this pressure".&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch: Gaza ceasefire hopes rise after Hamas abandons key demands</strong></p>

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<p>He added that some in the international community are trying to stop the war "by making false accusations against the IDF, against the Israeli government and against the prime minister of Israel."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Netanyahu reiterated that Israel would push on with its offensive in Gaza, including in the city of Rafah, while evacuating civilians from combat zones.</p>

<p>He said that in order to "fight" till the end, Israel will operate in Rafah: "It's the only way to eliminate what remains of Hamas' legions of murderers, and the only way to exert military pressure required to bring about the release of our loved ones."&nbsp;</p>

<p><em><strong>Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (Mar 17) slammed the international community for their stand against the war and also trying to stop the war now before Israel "achieves" all of its goals.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (Mar 17) slammed the international community for their stand against the war and also trying to stop the war now before Israel "achieves" all of its goals. Netanyahu's remarks came after last week US Senator Chuck Schumer called for elections in Israel and said that the prime minister is a major obstacle to peace in the Middle East. Amid international pressure over war, especially for a ceasefire during the festive period of Ramadan, Netanyahu asked the world, "Did you already forget October 7?" Also read: Gaza war: Israel walks for ceasefire talks after Hamas steps back on key demands At the start of his cabinet meeting, Netanyahu said, "To our friends in the international community I say: Is your memory so short? So quickly you forgot about October 7, the worst massacre committed against Jews since the Holocaust?" "So quickly you are ready to deny Israel the right to defend itself against the monsters of Hamas?," he added. In response to Senator Chuck Schumer’s call for his replacement, Netanyahu said that the Jewish legislator is not “opposing me, he’s opposing the people of Israel” and called Schumer’s speech “totally inappropriate.” “You don’t do that to a sister democracy,” says Netanyahu. Netanyahu insists that Israel is doing everything it can to allow aid into Gaza, but the “problem is that once trucks get in, they’re looted by Hamas and gangs.” On October 7, the Palestinian terrorist group Hamas launched an unprecedented attack on Israel, killing about 1,140 people, mostly civilians, according to official Israeli figures. Hamas had also taken some 250 people hostage. Some of them were later returned as part of a deal in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. Also read: US says it destroyed Houthi drone over red sea 'to protect freedom of navigation' The Israeli government responded with the launch of 'Operation Swords of Iron' and responded with strikes and ground incursions on Gaza that have killed more than 30,000 people, according to the Hamas-run territory's health ministry. Recalling the terrors of October 7, Netanyahu said at a government meeting in Jerusalem that "since the beginning of the war, we are fighting on two fronts – the military front and the diplomatic front." "It's no secret that international pressure against us is increasing," he said, further adding that Israel "must not give in to this pressure". Watch: Gaza ceasefire hopes rise after Hamas abandons key demands × He added that some in the international community are trying to stop the war "by making false accusations against the IDF, against the Israeli government and against the prime minister of Israel." Netanyahu reiterated that Israel would push on with its offensive in Gaza, including in the city of Rafah, while evacuating civilians from combat zones. He said that in order to "fight" till the end, Israel will operate in Rafah: "It's the only way to eliminate what remains of Hamas' legions of murderers, and the only way to exert military pressure required to bring about the release of our loved ones." Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

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