Tue. Feb 18th, 2025

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The United States reportedly pressured interim Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry to resign amid escalating gang violence in the nation. This move marked a shift in policy for the Biden administration, which had previously supported Henry’s leadership. Gang violence has intensified, leading to concerns of a civil war in Haiti.

Arrest warrants were issued by the ICC for Russian military leaders accused of war crimes in Ukraine. The court accused the commanders of targeting civilians and infrastructure, leading to civilian casualties. Russia dismissed the allegations, stating it is not a party to the ICC’s jurisdiction.

In China, Premier Li Qiang announced a growth target of 5 percent for 2024, focusing on economic stability amidst challenges in the property sector. Indonesia’s Presumptive President Prabowo Subianto unveiled plans to accelerate economic growth by 8 percent in the next five years.

The U.S. conducted a second aid drop in Gaza, providing meals to alleviate hunger in the region. Despite efforts, concerns remain about the adequacy of aid reaching those in need.

In other news, AI chatbots performed better on math equations when pretending to be on Star Trek, showing the potential for AI to assist in various tasks. The future of technology and innovation continues to evolve and shape our world.

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