Iran-Backed Group Strikes Syrian Base Amid Israel-Hamas Conflict
First notable retaliation by Iranian proxies to US airstrikes.
Friday: US targets Islamic Resistance in Iraq, responding to attacks.
Syrian Democratic Forces report drone attack at al-Omar base.
Read more at: https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/us-iran-israel-hamas-war-yemen-houthis-strikes-middle-east-tension/
Prof. Max Abrahms: Next Conflict Shifts Focus to Lebanon and Northern Israel
Prof. Abrahms, affiliated with top universities, predicts a shift in the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Comparison: Response to Hamas attack likened to unity post-9/11, despite subsequent issues.
“Post-9/11 patriotism contrasted with current disillusionment since the October 7th attack,” he said.
Sri Lankan President Directs Cabinet for Presidential Election Readiness
Elections Commission to call the next presidential vote by September-November.
President Wickremesinghe holds power to dissolve the current Assembly for election.
Wickremesinghe confirms presidential election to be held first, directs preparation.
Read more at: https://www.dailyexcelsior.com/sri-lankan-president-wickremesinghe-instructs-cabinet-to-prepare-for-presidential-election/#
L&T Secures $5 Billion Onshore Gas Pipeline Project in West Asia
L&T's hydrocarbon unit secures major West Asia gas pipeline project.
L&T to construct two new 56" pipelines and associated facilities.
L&T's order win coincides with West Asia's capital expenditure reassessment.
Russia and China Veto US Resolution in Israel's Gaza Conflict
Some argued for demanding, not just determining, immediate ceasefire.
Israeli forces' morning airstrike on Gaza City residence kills 10.
Antony Blinken in Tel Aviv to negotiate a Gaza ceasefire deal.
Read more at: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2024/3/22/israels-war-on-gaza-live-the-choice-is-clear-a-2-state-solution
