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71-Year-Old Woman Arrested for Stealing From Chinese Tourist at CentralWorld Mall
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US will abandon Ukraine peace efforts ‘within days’ if no progress made, Rubio warns
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U.S. Destroys Houthi Fuel Terminal in Yemen 70 Killed according to Houthi officials
The United States military has confirmed it carried out an airstrike targeting a fuel terminal at the Red Sea port of Ras Isa in Yemen, a site controlled by the Iranian-backed Houthi rebels. The operation marks the latest in a series of escalating military actions aimed at curbing the group's capabilities and financial resources. According to the U.S. military, the strike was intended to disrupt the Houthis’ access to essential fuel supplies and diminish the funding pipeline that supports their operations. “The aim of the attack on the Red Sea port of Ras Isa was to restrict supplies and funds for the Iranian-backed movement,” the U.S. military stated. However, Houthi officials reported a heavy human toll, claiming that at least 70 people were killed in the strike, including several paramedics who were responding to the initial blast. Some 171 others were wounded, the health ministry said Friday. The group did not provide details on how the casualties were distributed or whether the site housed non-military personnel at the time. Despite these claims, U.S. officials have not publicly addressed the reported death toll. As noted by Reuters, “U.S. officials did not immediately respond to a request for comment on the death toll provided by the Houthi media.” The strike comes just weeks after the United States significantly ramped up its military campaign against Houthi positions in Yemen. The increase in attacks is a direct response to the Houthis’ continued targeting of commercial vessels in the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. These assaults, which began in October 2023 following the outbreak of war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, have had a notable impact on global shipping. The Houthis, who say their attacks are a show of solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, have succeeded in sinking vessels and disrupting one of the world’s most vital trade corridors. The Red Sea, which connects to the Suez Canal, accounts for nearly 15% of all seaborne trade. As a result of the danger posed by Houthi attacks, many international shipping companies have rerouted their vessels to avoid the area, significantly increasing transportation costs and delivery times. In an unusual twist, one recent U.S. military operation in Yemen was inadvertently revealed through a Signal chat group after a journalist was mistakenly added to a private conversation among senior officials. This accidental disclosure added a layer of intrigue to what is already a complex and volatile situation. The U.S. has maintained that its actions are a measured response to threats against international shipping and regional stability. Still, the rising death toll and the potential for further escalation highlight the delicate balance between military intervention and humanitarian concerns in an already fragile region. Destruction of Houthi Controlled Ras Isa Fuel Port USCENTCOM The Houthis have continued to benefit economically and militarily from countries and companies that provide material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization. The Iran-backed Houthis use fuel to sustain their military operations, as a weapon of control, and to benefit economically from embezzling the profits from the import. This fuel should be legitimately supplied to the people of Yemen. Despite the Foreign Terrorist Designation that went into effect on 05 April, ships have continued to supply fuel via the port of Ras Isa. Profits from these illegal sales are directly funding and sustaining Houthi terrorist efforts. Today, US forces took action to eliminate this source of fuel for the Iran-backed Houthi terrorists and deprive them of illegal revenue that has funded Houthi efforts to terrorize the entire region for over 10 years. The objective of these strikes was to degrade the economic source of power of the Houthis, who continue to exploit and bring great pain upon their fellow countrymen. This strike was not intended to harm the people of Yemen, who rightly want to throw off the yoke of Houthi subjugation and live peacefully. The Houthis, their Iranian masters, and those who knowingly aid and abet their terrorist actions should be put on notice that the world will not accept illicit smuggling of fuel and war material to a terrorist organization. Based on a report by BBC | CNN | X 2025-04-18 Related Topics: Trump Warns Israel Would Lead Strike if Iran Refuses to Abandon Nuclear Ambitions Iran Withdraws Support from Houthis Amid Intensified US Airstrikes US deploys “overwhelming lethal force” against Houthis in Yemen -
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Swastikas at NY GOP Headquarters Condemned as a “Vile Act of Political Hatred”
Swastikas at NY GOP Headquarters Condemned as a “Vile Act of Political Hatred” In an act that has sparked bipartisan condemnation, the New York Republican Party’s headquarters in Albany was targeted in what party leaders are calling a deliberate and hateful attack. Printed images of swastikas were found duct-taped to the windows and doors of the building early Thursday morning, prompting a police investigation and widespread outrage. Albany police confirmed that they are looking into the incident as a potential hate crime after discovering the symbols—emblems of the Nazi regime—displayed prominently across the GOP state headquarters. Photos revealed black swastikas, printed on white paper with red borders, taped to various parts of the building. Another printed sheet, also affixed to the wall, carried a chilling message: “If this is not what you stand for, prove it.” New York GOP Chair Ed Cox did not mince words in response to the vandalism. “A vandal duct taped swastikas to our doors and windows—symbols of genocidal evil, meant to intimidate and silence. This is not only an attack on our party, it is also an attack on the values of civil discourse, democracy and decency,” Cox said in a public statement. He further called on top Democratic leaders in the state, including Governor Kathy Hochul, Attorney General Letitia James, and U.S. Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, to speak out against the incident and condemn the use of hateful symbolism in political discourse. Governor Hochul responded via social media, expressing strong disapproval of the act. “This is unacceptable. No one should ever resort to violence or vandalism to make a political point,” she tweeted. Attorney General James echoed the sentiment, urging unity against all forms of hatred. “Defacing any institution, across any political party, house of worship, or anywhere else with antisemitic hate or hate of any kind is wrong. All New Yorkers should reject these hateful acts to the fullest extent,” she posted on X, formerly known as Twitter. Republican leaders also reacted strongly. House Republican Leadership Chair Elise Stefanik called for full legal accountability for those responsible. “We must ensure that this vicious criminal who perpetrated this heinous crime is prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law,” she said. While authorities continue their investigation, the incident has become a flashpoint in the broader debate about the limits of political expression and the importance of civility in a deeply divided climate. The use of Nazi imagery, a symbol synonymous with genocide and hate, has struck a particularly sensitive nerve across party lines and serves as a grim reminder of the dangers of political extremism. As leaders on both sides of the aisle condemn the attack, the hope remains that this disturbing act will galvanize a renewed commitment to respectful discourse and a firm rejection of hate in any form. Based on a report by NYP 2025-04-19
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