WATCH - AL JOUMHOURIA “WORLD AND ARAB NEWS IN 90 SECONDS” FOR 14-05-2021
WATCH - AL JOUMHOURIA “WORLD AND ARAB NEWS IN 90 SECONDS” FOR 14-05-2021
Friday, 14-May-2021 20:16

Israel Threatens Ground Invasion
Despite ceasefire efforts, Israel on Thursday said it was massing troops along the Gaza border and calling up 9,000 reservists ahead of a possible ground invasion. Early today, the Israeli military said air and ground troops struck Gaza in what appeared to be the heaviest attacks yet


'Great Day for America'
The CDC on Thursday eased mask-wearing guidance for fully vaccinated people, allowing them to stop wearing masks outdoors in crowds and most indoor settings. During an address heralding the new guidance, US President Joe Biden said, “Today is a great day for America.”


Rhode Island Shooting
Nine people were injured on Thursday evening in Rhode Island’s capital in what police there believe to be the largest shooting in city history. The Providence Police Chief said multiple guns were used and it involved an “ongoing feud” involving two groups known to authorities.


Japan Earthquake

According to the Japan Meteorological Agency, a 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck off Japan's Fukushima Prefecture on Friday. The quake occurred at around 8:58 a.m. local time. So far no tsunami warning has been issued.


UNSC Emergency Meeting
The UN Security Council will publicly discuss the worsening violence between Israelis and Palestinians on Sunday. Diplomats said the United States, a close ally of Israel, had initially suggested a virtual public meeting could be held on Tuesday.

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