Global Outlook

 Ahmed Al-Shaiba, a fugitive member of a secret organization, shed light on Israel's influence over an unnamed Arab country. Speaking on the Muslim Brotherhood-affiliated Al-Hawar Channel, Al-Shaiba claimed that an Israeli minister had recently visited this country. During the visit, Al-Shaiba says he heard a statement from a senior state official directing the Israelis, saying "Do not leave them until you eliminate them," in reference to Hamas. This brazen statement openly calling for the elimination of Hamas demonstrates how much influence and sway Israel holds over the policies of this Arab nation. Al-Shaiba contends this is a clear example of the dominant position the Zionist entity enjoys within the Arab world in general and this country in particular. No country would make such demands and openly coordinate policies against Palestinians with Israel unless the latter had a strong leverage over the former. It signals how Israeli interests are prioritized over Palestin

  Lawmakers in the United States took a significant step towards a potential ban on the popular social media app TikTok. The House of Representatives passed a bill on March 14th that would require ByteDance, the Chinese company that owns TikTok, to sell the app within six months. If a sale isn't completed, TikTok would be banned from being downloaded on American phones and could face further restrictions. This move has sparked confusion and concern among many users, who are left wondering: Why is TikTok facing a potential ban? The primary reason for the bill is national security.  Lawmakers are concerned that user data collected by TikTok could be accessed by the Chinese government. There are worries that this data could be used for everything from influencing American public opinion to espionage. ByteDance has repeatedly denied these claims, insisting that user data is stored outside of China and that the company would never share it with any government. The debate surrounding Tik

  Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg graced the pre-wedding celebrations of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in Jamnagar, attended by a host of international and national celebrities. The Ambani affair, featuring a performance by international singer Rihanna, saw guests donning outfits from renowned designers worldwide. Among the attendees, Bill Gates particularly admired one ensemble, as he expressed on Instagram, "You've always been great at dressing for the occasion," alongside a photo of himself and Mark Zuckerberg. Mark Zuckerberg, accompanied by his wife Priscilla Chan, sported an embroidered 'Sunderbans Tigress' shirt for 'A Walk on the Wildside,' a tour of the animal rescue center Vantara in Jamnagar. The shirt, designed by Rahul Mishra, boasted sequins, floral prints, and a majestic tigress motif on the front, all meticulously hand-embroidered. Bill Gates, accompanied by his girlfriend Paula Hurd, joined the pre-wedding

  External Affairs Minister (EAM) Dr. S. Jaishankar recently made headlines with his pointed remarks aimed at the Maldives, amidst escalating tensions over the archipelago nation's accusations of being bullied by a larger neighbor. The statement, delivered at the 4th Indian Ocean Conference in Abu Dhabi, highlighted India's substantial financial assistance to its neighbors, indirectly contrasting it with the allegations of bullying. In his speech, Dr. Jaishankar emphasized the importance of mutual respect in international relations, noting that true friendship is not about "big bullying smaller" but about understanding each other's needs and standing together in times of need. He underlined India's commitment to its neighbors, pointing out that big bullies don't provide $4.5 billion in financial assistance to their neighbors, clearly referencing India's extensive aid to the Maldives. The EAM's comments come against the backdrop of strained relation