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As Netanyahu addresses Congress, protests rock Capitol
Top Stories Tamfitronics WASHINGTON (RNS) — Thousands of people protested and several were arrested in and around the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday (July 24), with many voicing frustration and outrage at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as he addressed a joint session of Congress.The tone was very different in the U.S. Capitol itself, where Netanyahu spoke to an overwhelmingly supportive crowd as he sought to frame Israel’s ongoing assault into the Gaza Strip, which has claimed tens of thousands of lives, as an existential clash between what he called “those who glorify death and those who sanctify life.”“For the forces of civilization to triumph, America and Israel must stand together,” Netanyahu said. “Because when we stand together, something very simple happens: When we win, they lose. And my friends, I came to assure you today...
Biden addresses the nation days after his bungled debate performance sparked calls for him to drop out of the 2024 race before shuffling away without taking questions: Follow along for U.S. politics live updates
Politics tamfitronics By Kelly Laco, Executive Editor Of Politics For Dailymail.Com and Nikki Schwab For Dailymail.Com Published: 11:47 BST, 1 July 2024 | Updated: 12:32 BST, 2 July 2024 Advertisement ...
JUST IN: FG addresses complaints of begging and extortion at Nigerian airports
Politics tamfitronics In response to numerous complaints from concerned citizens, Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation, has acknowledged the issue of begging and extortion at Nigerian international airports.Keyamo took to social media to address the matter, emphasizing that these unscrupulous activities tarnish the country’s image.Keyamo stated, “I have received several complaints about the menace of begging and extortion at our International airports by a few unscrupulous persons who give all of us a bad image. My phones are beeping every minute with messages about this from well-meaning Nigerians.”Clarifying the jurisdictional boundaries, Keyamo noted that many of the agencies involved in the malpractices do not fall under the direct control of the Aviation Ministry, despite being stationed at the airports.However, he assured the public that he has been actively collaborating with other relevant Ministers, government bodies, and...
