Terrorists in UN?

Hi Global Recap readers,

On this day in 1945, the United States dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima, called Little Boy. Despite its name, the bomb utterly decimated the city, killing an estimated 90,000 to 166,000 people.

Let’s hope we don’t have to witness such destruction again.

🇷🇺 RUSSIA
Putin Assassination Attempt Foiled?

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov revealed that an assassination attempt on President Vladimir Putin was thwarted.

Communication with the US

The plot, allegedly orchestrated by Ukrainian intelligence, was planned for the Naval Day parade on July 28 in St. Petersburg.

• The US reportedly “vetoed” the assassination plot.

• The plan was halted after a call between US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Russian Defense Minister Andrei Belousov.

Huge Grain of Salt

Please note that this report is very thin on details, with the only information coming from Russian Defense Minister Belousov.

🇮🇱 ISRAEL
UNRWA Staff Involved in Attacks

The United Nations has revealed that nine employees from the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) likely participated in the Hamas attack on October 7.

Remember

Remember when Israel suggested designating UNRWA as a terrorist organization?

• Critics quickly hit back, accusing Israel of perpetuating genocide.

• For months now, people have been witnessing UNRWA employees assisting Hamas. However, anyone who pointed this out got labeled as a “Zionist” or “far-right,” among other derogatory terms.

UN Investigation

The UN’s investigative arm found evidence against nine UNRWA staff members.

• These employees may have been involved in the October 7 attacks.

• The UN has decided to terminate their contracts.

• However, Israel reportedly has a much larger list of 100 UNRWA employees who have been identified as Hamas terrorists.

Legislative Actions

Both Israeli and US lawmakers are taking steps against UNRWA.

• Israeli lawmakers are considering a bill to cut ties with UNRWA.

• The US House Foreign Affairs Committee is working on legislation to freeze funding for the agency.

International Response

Reactions to the UN’s findings have been mixed globally.

• Despite the US suspending funding for UNRWA, countries like Germany, Austria, Japan, and the EU have resumed their support.

🇬🇧 UNITED KINGDOM
New Prison Places for Rioters

The UK government is creating over 500 new prison places to address the recent surge in riots and disorder.

Government’s Response

Justice Minister Heidi Alexander announced the creation of new prison places to ensure rioters are jailed.

• 567 additional prison places will be available soon.

• Extra cells at HMP Stocken and Cookham Wood Young Offender Institution.

• Speeding up fire safety works to create more space.

Prime Minister’s Stance

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer emphasized the need for safety and swift justice. However, he’s also under fire for his apparent double standards:

• Stressed that 99.9% of people want safe streets.

• Pledged to take all necessary actions to end the disorder.

• However: Starmer is currently facing heavy criticism for refusing to condemn violent Muslims on the streets who are stabbing and beating people, while only condemning “far-right” “thuggery.”

🇮🇱 ISRAEL
Double Wave Attack Warning

US intelligence has warned President Biden of an imminent “two-wave attack” on Israel by Iran and Hezbollah. The details remain murky, but here’s what we know.

Two Waves Expected

US intelligence predicts two waves of retaliatory attacks following the assassination of Hamas leader Haniyeh on Iranian soil and Hezbollah commander Shukr.

• The exact timing and nature of the attacks are still unclear.

• However, it is believed that one wave will come from Hezbollah, while the other will involve Iran and several terrorist organizations under its influence.

Diplomatic Efforts

The Biden administration is working to prevent the attacks through diplomatic channels.

• Secretary of State Antony Blinken has urged Qatar to pressure Iran and Hezbollah.

• The US is coordinating closely with Israel on defensive measures.

Hezbollah’s Recent Attack

On Tuesday, Lebanon’s Hezbollah launched a series of drone and rocket attacks into northern Israel, warning of more to come. Could this be the first wave of the predicted attacks?

Haniyeh’s Replacement

It has recently been reported that Hamas has chosen Muhammad Ismail Darwish, the head of its religious council, to replace Haniyeh.

🇧🇩 BANGLADESH
Parliament Dissolved Amid Crisis

The day after their Prime Minister suddenly left office - and even more shockingly, fled the country - Bangladesh took the dramatic step of dissolving its entire Parliament.

Parliament Dissolved

Bangladesh’s president dissolved parliament, paving the way for an interim government.

• The military has taken temporary control to stabilize the situation.

• Yunus, currently in Paris, has been proposed to lead the interim government.

Yunus as Interim Leader

Nobel Peace Prize laureate Muhammad Yunus is a key figure in the transition.

• He called Hasina’s resignation the country’s “second liberation day.”

• Yunus was previously accused of corruption by Hasina’s government.

Violent Protests

The streets of Dhaka have seen significant unrest.

• Protests against a government job quota system escalated into broader anti-government demonstrations.

• At least 109 people, including 14 police officers, have died in the violence.

• Protesters looted the prime minister’s residence and other buildings.