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Five people who were aware of Biden's remarks during the early weeks of the Israel-Hamas conflict said that he saw affirmation for advice he claimed President Barack Obama and his closest advisers disregarded, as well as commendation for his unwavering public support of Israel and some early achievements in influencing its government. According to those familiar with his remarks, Biden revealed in private that during Israel's military invasion of Gaza in 2014, while he was vice president, Obama and his staff disregarded his long-held conviction that the best course of action is to hug rather than criticize Israelis. Rather, they claimed that Obama publicly criticized Israel's actions and expressed concern about Palestinian civilian casualties early in the 2014 conflict, as Biden has noted. Thus, according to those familiar with Biden's remarks, Obama wasted any chance to pressure the Israeli government when it invaded Gaza. When Biden recapped the 2014 debate, they clai

Officials from Ukraine and abroad report that the spouse of the country's top military intelligence officer is hospitalized due to what appears to be heavy metal poisoning. Western officials have been suspicious from the start that Russian agents may have paid off a staff member to carry out the poisoning. Marianna Budanova is the wife of Kyrylo Budanov, whose military intelligence agency GUR has been heavily involved in Ukraine's efforts to drive Russia from its territory. According to test results, Ukrainian Defense Intelligence staff members have also become ill, and Ukraine is looking into the matter, said agency spokesman Andriy Yusov. Chief of the toxicology division at the University of Massachusetts Medical School, Dr. Edward Boyer, stated that it is impossible to determine the likelihood that any of the victims were purposefully poisoned without knowing more about the test results and patient history, including symptoms and possible food exposure. It's going to be

  Following the shooting of three Palestinian college students in Burlington, Vermont, on Saturday night, civil rights organizations and the relatives of the victims demanded that the attacker's potential bias be investigated by the police. The Burlington Police Department released a news release on Sunday stating that the 20-year-old men are all receiving medical attention. "One has sustained far more serious injuries, while the other two are stable." According to the release, "they were confronted by a white man with a handgun" as the students were strolling down Prospect Street during their Thanksgiving break, while they were visiting a relative in Burlington. Police said, "He fired at least four rounds from the pistol without saying anything and is thought to have fled on foot." Two of the victims, according to the police, are US citizens, and one is a lawful resident. The Palestinian traditional scarves known as keffiyehs were worn by two of the t

Increasing Number of Britons Opting for Private Health Care amid Struggles of National Health Service  In recent years, the British healthcare landscape has witnessed a significant shift as more individuals are turning to private health care options.  This surge in demand for private healthcare services comes as the National Health Service (NHS), the country's cherished public healthcare system, grapples with mounting challenges. Private health care providers have seen a surge in popularity, with Britons seeking quicker and more personalized medical attention.  The increasing strains on the NHS, including long waiting times for specialist appointments and overcrowded hospitals, have prompted many to explore alternative options to ensure prompt and efficient treatment. While the NHS remains a vital institution and a source of pride for the nation, the attractiveness of private health care lies in its ability to offer a range of benefits.  Patients can often secure appointments with

Queen Elizabeth II, who ruled the United Kingdom for seven decades, had the longest reign of any British monarch. She passed away at the age of 96. At her castle in the Scottish Highlands, Balmoral Castle, the queen "died quietly" on Thursday afternoon, according to royal family sources. Now the king is her 73-year-old son Charles. He is still in Balmoral, according to officials, and will go back to London on Friday. In a statement, Charles said, "The passing of my dear Mother, Her Majesty The Queen, is a period of the deepest anguish for me and all members of my family." "We deeply lament the loss of a beloved Mother and beloved Sovereign. I'm confident that the nation, the Realms, the Commonwealth, and a huge number of people all over the world will be devastated by her passing." Earlier on Thursday, according to officials, Elizabeth had been placed under medical observation. The palace had released a statement saying, "Following additional eval

In April, a chef named Dylan Healy who was serving as a volunteer aid worker was apprehended at a checkpoint. The same day, Russia declared Andrew Hill had surrendered and broadcast a video of him dressed in military garb. It comes after Shaun Pinner and Aiden Aslin, two further British males, were given death sentences last month. They were charged with the same offenses as Mr. Healy and Mr. Hill at the hearing in an unrecognised Russian proxy court in eastern Ukraine. Since then, the European Court of Human Rights has intervened to urge that the sentence be commuted. However, Russia has rejected the call, claiming that it no longer follows the rulings of the Strasbourg court and that the pro-Russian, secessionist Donetsk People's Republic should decide what would happen to the men. An anonymous official from the so-called Donetsk People's Republic allegedly stated in a report by Russia's Tass news agency that Mr. Healy and Mr. Hill would face trial for their "mercena

Liverpool is still chasing a historic quadruple after winning the FA Cup in a penalty shootout against Chelsea at Wembley. Jurgen Klopp's side duplicated their Carabao Cup final success from February, with Alisson saving Mason Mount's penalty and Kostas Tsimikas securing Liverpool's second title of the season. The Reds are still in the Premier League championship chase and will face Real Madrid in the Champions League final. With the brilliant Luis Diaz and Andrew Robertson hitting the woodwork, Liverpool had the better of an entertaining final, though it may come at a cost with Mohamed Salah coming out hurt in the first half and Virgil van Dijk going off after 90 minutes. Chelsea and manager Thomas Tuchel have lost three FA Cup finals in a row, despite having chances - Marcos Alonso hitting the post and also being denied by Alisson - and become the first team to lose three in a row. When Edouard Mendy saved Sadio Mane's penalty in the FA Cup final, when the Liverpool f

According to US media reports, at least seven individuals were killed in a shooting at a supermarket in New York state. A suspect has been brought into custody, according to police in Buffalo. According to the Associated Press, the gunman entered the supermarket on Saturday afternoon before opening fire with a weapon. According to police, multiple persons were shot in the event, but no other information were provided. Unnamed law enforcement authorities told the Associated Press and NBC News that at least seven people had been slain. Governor Kathy Hochul of New York said she was monitoring the situation and advised citizens to stay away from the area.

Only "members of the Royal Family who are now executing formal public obligations" will accompany the queen on June 2, according to Buckingham Palace. Prince Harry and his wife Meghan will visit the UK for the Jubilee, despite not appearing on the balcony. According to the palace, the Queen, who is 96 years old, plans to attend some Jubilee celebrations. After canceling a number of engagements in recent months due to mobility issues, her participation won't be confirmed until closer to the time, if at all. The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, according to a spokesman, will be attending the Jubilee with their two children, Archie and Lilibet. "Excited and honoured to attend the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations," the couple was reported to be. The Platinum Jubilee celebrations will take place over a four-day bank holiday from June 2 to 5, celebrating the Queen's 70-year reign. Who would take part in the historic royal balcony tableau at the opening of the

The Conservatives have lost over 460 seats and control of 11 municipalities in local elections. In southern England, the party lost support to the Liberal Democrats, and important London councils to Labour. Outside of the city, however, Labour's gains were relatively modest, as the party failed to make a significant breakthrough. Boris Johnson acknowledged that his party had a "difficult" time in some areas, but claimed that the overall results were mixed. With nearly all results in, Labour has gained 144 seats, with leader Sir Keir Starmer stating his party was "on track" to win the next general election. 195 of the 200 councils in England, Wales, and Scotland have declared so far. A handful are anticipated to confirm their results on Saturday, when full results for the Northern Ireland Assembly are also due. Ahead of the elections, the Conservatives had been preparing for huge losses in England, as they faced assaults over the rising cost of living and the ong