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<p>UN officials on Friday (Feb 16) said thousands of Palestinians are fleeing the southern Gazan city of Rafah as intense Israeli bombardment continues. The statement from the UN came as airstrikes on Rafah killed at least 13 people overnight, according to hospital officials.</p>

<p>It is speculated that 1.4 million people have made their way to Rafah after being displaced from other territories. Hundreds of thousands are living in sprawling tent camps.</p>

<p>Speaking to reporters, UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric said people were moving in large numbers towards Deir al-Balah, which is roughly 16 kilometres (10 miles) north of Rafah.</p>

<p>“In Rafah, humanitarian conditions have become increasingly severe, with continued reports of people stopping aid trucks to take food,” he said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Israel-Hamas War: Hezbollah says Israel will pay 'in blood' for killing civilians</strong></p>

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<p>“Vulnerable segments of the population include children, the elderly, and people with underlying health conditions, are particularly susceptible to the risk of malnutrition,” he added.</p>

<p>Dujarric added that the Israeli military campaign has severely hindered the delivery of aid to the besieged territory.</p>

<h2><strong>Israel’s stance</strong></h2>

<p>Israel says it will ensure the region is evacuated before it is targeted. However, experts say there is nowhere to go due to the vast devastation left behind.</p>

<p>On allegations of genocide, Israel strongly denies the claims by Hamas and Gazan authorities. Israel says it only targets Hamas militants and does all to spare civilians. The Jewish nation also claims that Hamas’ tactic of embedding in civilian areas makes it difficult to avoid civilian casualties.</p>

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<p>The number of Palestinians killed during the war in Gaza has surpassed 28,000 people, according to the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza.</p>

<h2><strong>UN court rejects motion against Rafah offensive</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Friday dismissed a motion brought by South Africa to impose urgent measures to safeguard Rafah.</p>

<p>The top UN court said in a statement that the “perilous situation” in Rafah “demands immediate and effective implementation of the provisional measures" that it ordered on January 26.</p>

<p>However, the court warned that Israel “remains bound to fully comply with its obligations under the Genocide Convention.”</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


UN officials on Friday (Feb 16) said thousands of Palestinians are fleeing the southern Gazan city of Rafah as intense Israeli bombardment continues. The statement from the UN came as airstrikes on Rafah killed at least 13 people overnight, according to hospital officials.

UN officials on Friday (Feb 16) said thousands of Palestinians are fleeing the southern Gazan city of Rafah as intense Israeli bombardment continues. The statement from the UN came as airstrikes on Rafah killed at least 13 people overnight, according to hospital officials. It is speculated that 1.4 million people have made their way to Rafah after being displaced from other territories. Hundreds of thousands are living in sprawling tent camps. Speaking to reporters, UN spokesman Stephane Dujarric said people were moving in large numbers towards Deir al-Balah, which is roughly 16 kilometres (10 miles) north of Rafah. “In Rafah, humanitarian conditions have become increasingly severe, with continued reports of people stopping aid trucks to take food,” he said. Watch: Israel-Hamas War: Hezbollah says Israel will pay 'in blood' for killing civilians × “Vulnerable segments of the population include children, the elderly, and people with underlying health conditions, are particularly susceptible to the risk of malnutrition,” he added. Dujarric added that the Israeli military campaign has severely hindered the delivery of aid to the besieged territory. Israel’s stance Israel says it will ensure the region is evacuated before it is targeted. However, experts say there is nowhere to go due to the vast devastation left behind. On allegations of genocide, Israel strongly denies the claims by Hamas and Gazan authorities. Israel says it only targets Hamas militants and does all to spare civilians. The Jewish nation also claims that Hamas’ tactic of embedding in civilian areas makes it difficult to avoid civilian casualties. Also read: `Shame on him`, Israel slams UN aid chief after he says ‘Hamas not terrorist group for us’ The number of Palestinians killed during the war in Gaza has surpassed 28,000 people, according to the Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza. UN court rejects motion against Rafah offensive Meanwhile, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on Friday dismissed a motion brought by South Africa to impose urgent measures to safeguard Rafah. The top UN court said in a statement that the “perilous situation” in Rafah “demands immediate and effective implementation of the provisional measures" that it ordered on January 26. However, the court warned that Israel “remains bound to fully comply with its obligations under the Genocide Convention.” (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Two juveniles have been charged in connection with the shooting during a victory rally of National Football League (NFL) champions Kansas City Chiefs outside a landmark railroad station in Kansas City earlier this week, American media reported on Friday (Feb 16). The 16th Judicial Circuit Court of Missouri Jackson County Family Court Division said that the juveniles were charged Thursday and are being held at a juvenile detention centre on gun-related and resisting arrest charges.</p>

<p>According to a report by NBC News, officials said that additional charges were expected as the investigation into the case continued. Three people were initially detained after Wednesday's shooting. However, one of the detainees was released after it was determined they were not involved, the report added.</p>

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<p>The shooting killed a 43-year-old radio DJ Lisa Lopez-Galvan, and injured 22 others.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>‘Scarring an entire community’</strong></h2>

<p>In a statement posted on social media, Kansas City police Chief Stacey Graves said, "I am grateful for the charges against the two juveniles who hurt innocent people, simultaneously scarring an entire community."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Graves added that the investigators would not relent "until everyone who may have played a part in these crimes is apprehended so that they may be punished to the fullest extent of the law."</p>

<p>Authorities had earlier said that a dispute among several people ended in gunfire and there was no evidence of violent extremism or terrorism.</p>

<h2><strong>Vigil held to pay tributes to victim</strong></h2>

<p>On Thursday night, a vigil was held to pay tributes to Lisa Lopez-Galvan and extend blessings to 22 others injured in the shooting. A report by the news agency Reuters said that the vigil took place in a park next to a hospital where several children injured in the shooting are receiving treatment.</p>

<p>Rosina Valdivia, a friend of the deceased DJ, said, "She was a big voice in our community. And it is just heartbreaking. I knew her as a teenager. Such a tragic event. Should have never happened. Should have never happened."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Two juveniles have been charged in connection with the shooting during a victory rally of National Football League (NFL) champions Kansas City Chiefs outside a landmark railroad station in Kansas City earlier this week, American media reported on Friday (Feb 16).

Two juveniles have been charged in connection with the shooting during a victory rally of National Football League (NFL) champions Kansas City Chiefs outside a landmark railroad station in Kansas City earlier this week, American media reported on Friday (Feb 16). The 16th Judicial Circuit Court of Missouri Jackson County Family Court Division said that the juveniles were charged Thursday and are being held at a juvenile detention centre on gun-related and resisting arrest charges. According to a report by NBC News, officials said that additional charges were expected as the investigation into the case continued. Three people were initially detained after Wednesday's shooting. However, one of the detainees was released after it was determined they were not involved, the report added. Also read | Kansas shooting: Missouri state has one of the highest gun death rates in US and lax laws The shooting killed a 43-year-old radio DJ Lisa Lopez-Galvan, and injured 22 others. ‘Scarring an entire community’ In a statement posted on social media, Kansas City police Chief Stacey Graves said, "I am grateful for the charges against the two juveniles who hurt innocent people, simultaneously scarring an entire community." Graves added that the investigators would not relent "until everyone who may have played a part in these crimes is apprehended so that they may be punished to the fullest extent of the law." Authorities had earlier said that a dispute among several people ended in gunfire and there was no evidence of violent extremism or terrorism. Vigil held to pay tributes to victim On Thursday night, a vigil was held to pay tributes to Lisa Lopez-Galvan and extend blessings to 22 others injured in the shooting. A report by the news agency Reuters said that the vigil took place in a park next to a hospital where several children injured in the shooting are receiving treatment. Rosina Valdivia, a friend of the deceased DJ, said, "She was a big voice in our community. And it is just heartbreaking. I knew her as a teenager. Such a tragic event. Should have never happened. Should have never happened." (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday (Feb 17) lashed out at Russia over its offensive in his country. Addressing the Munich Security Conference (MSC), President Zelensky said, "Feb 24 (when the war started) could have marked the end of the world we know. Every outbreak of war risks turning into a worldwide catastrophe."&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the Ukrainian military withdrawing from the eastern town of Avdiivka, Zelensky said the main aim of this pullback was to "save our soldiers' lives." He pointed out that Ukraine's battle to repel Russian troops was being held back by a lack of long-range weapons and artillery shells.</p>

<p>"Keeping Ukraine in the artificial deficits of weapons, particularly in a deficit of artillery and long-range capabilities, allows Putin to adapt to the current intensity of the war," the Ukrainian president told the conference.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-withdraws-forces-from-avdiivka-hours-after-signing-french-security-deal-691084">Ukraine withdraws forces from Avdiivka, hours after signing French security deal</a></strong></p>

<p>In a veiled reference to the death of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, Zelensky said that human life was worthless to the Russian state. "Russian President Vladimir Putin kills whoever he wants, be it an opposition leader or whoever is a target for him. Dictators do not go on vacation," he added.</p>

<p>The Munich Security Conference started on Friday and will go on till Sunday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Zelensky landed in Munich as the war with Russia nears its third year. This is his first foreign trip since he replaced his popular army chief and reshuffled his military command.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Is Russia using thousands of SpaceX Starlink terminals in Ukraine?</strong></p>

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<p>On Friday, the Ukrainian president signed a new long-term security pact with France, after securing a similar deal and aid from Germany. Zelensky is visiting Germany and France to drum up military assistance.</p>

<p>According to French President Emmanuel Macron, Ukraine's 10-year security pact with Paris includes commitments to deliver more arms to the war-torn country, &nbsp;train soldiers and send up to $3.2 billion in military aid to Kyiv this year.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the security pact with Germany which is also 10 years long, commits Germany to supporting Ukraine with military assistance hitting Russia with sanctions and export controls, and ensuring that Russian assets remain frozen.<br />
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday (Feb 17) lashed out at Russia over its offensive in his country. Addressing the Munich Security Conference (MSC), President Zelensky said, "Feb 24 (when the war started) could have marked the end of the world we know.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday (Feb 17) lashed out at Russia over its offensive in his country. Addressing the Munich Security Conference (MSC), President Zelensky said, "Feb 24 (when the war started) could have marked the end of the world we know. Every outbreak of war risks turning into a worldwide catastrophe." On the Ukrainian military withdrawing from the eastern town of Avdiivka, Zelensky said the main aim of this pullback was to "save our soldiers' lives." He pointed out that Ukraine's battle to repel Russian troops was being held back by a lack of long-range weapons and artillery shells. "Keeping Ukraine in the artificial deficits of weapons, particularly in a deficit of artillery and long-range capabilities, allows Putin to adapt to the current intensity of the war," the Ukrainian president told the conference. Also read | Ukraine withdraws forces from Avdiivka, hours after signing French security deal In a veiled reference to the death of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, Zelensky said that human life was worthless to the Russian state. "Russian President Vladimir Putin kills whoever he wants, be it an opposition leader or whoever is a target for him. Dictators do not go on vacation," he added. The Munich Security Conference started on Friday and will go on till Sunday. Zelensky landed in Munich as the war with Russia nears its third year. This is his first foreign trip since he replaced his popular army chief and reshuffled his military command. Also watch | Is Russia using thousands of SpaceX Starlink terminals in Ukraine? × On Friday, the Ukrainian president signed a new long-term security pact with France, after securing a similar deal and aid from Germany. Zelensky is visiting Germany and France to drum up military assistance. According to French President Emmanuel Macron, Ukraine's 10-year security pact with Paris includes commitments to deliver more arms to the war-torn country, train soldiers and send up to $3.2 billion in military aid to Kyiv this year. Meanwhile, the security pact with Germany which is also 10 years long, commits Germany to supporting Ukraine with military assistance hitting Russia with sanctions and export controls, and ensuring that Russian assets remain frozen. (With inputs from agencies)

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