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“We will not forgive, we will not forget”: US President to ‘hunt down’ ISIS-K for blasts at Kabul airport
More than 60 people have died following coordinated terrorist attacks in and around Kabul’s major international airport
- There have been twin bomb attacks and mass shootings at Kabul’s major international airport as thousands flee following the Taliban takeover
- The explosions were set off by suicide bombers at the Abbey gate where US and British forces are positioned, as well as at a nearby hotel.
- It’s believed more than 60 people have died and at least 140 people have been injured
US President Joe Biden has just addressed the press who says the terrorists behind the attacks will pay.
The situation is unfolding by the minute, here’s what we know so far
The Pentagon has confirmed that there have been twin bomb attacks and gunfire at and around the boundaries of Kabul’s major international airport.
It’s believed that the twin bomb attacks were followed by gunman opening fire.
This all comes as the US withdrawal date of August 31 approaches at rapid pace with evacuations continuing.
The first blast was positioned at the Abbey gate, where US and UK special forces have been positioned to safely ferry civilians into the terminal the second blast was at a nearby hotel.
We are hearing reports that at least 60 people have died and 130 are injured as a result of the attacks.
Among these casualties are 11 US Marines and a medic with the blasts and gunfire following warnings that there could be militant attacks.
General Kenneth McKenzie from the US Department of Defence is on the ground in Afghanistan.
In a statement, the US Secretary of Defence Llyod Austin says: “on behalf of the men and women at the Department I express my deepest condolences to the loved ones and teammates of all those killed and wounded in Kabul today.”
Meanwhile, the nation’s evacuation efforts will continue, with General McKenzie saying there are still around 1,000 American citizens still in Afghanistan.
The US believe ISIS is behind the attack and the possibility of further attacks is very likely as officials on the ground remain on high alert
The US is working with the Taliban and sharing information in a bid to prevent any similar attacks in the last few days of evacuations.
The US will not send in any further troops to Afghanistan at this stage and officials believe the Taliban has already helped to prevent some previous attacks.
Around 5,000 people are still at the airport waiting to be evacuated by their respective countries.
Drones and other forms of aerial surveillance are being deployed to monitor the situation and scenes on the ground.
Meanwhile, Britain will continue its evacuation efforts for now, here’s the nation’s Prime Minister Boris Johnson on the delicate situation:
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SpaceX IPO could make Elon Musk’s Mars dream a trillion-dollar reality
SpaceX’s upcoming IPO could raise $25 billion and value the company over $1 trillion, igniting investor excitement for Mars missions.
SpaceX’s upcoming IPO could raise $25 billion and value the company over $1 trillion, igniting investor excitement for Mars missions.
Investors are buzzing as SpaceX gears up for a potential IPO, aiming to raise more than $25 billion, possibly as soon as June. The offering could value the company at over $1 trillion, fueling Musk’s ambitious plans for Mars and beyond.
Despite the high-risk nature of space ventures, demand from retail investors is expected to be strong. Experts predict this IPO could become historic, with the company’s market value potentially soaring past $2 trillion once it launches.
Musk’s unconventional management style hasn’t slowed investor enthusiasm, even amidst regulatory hurdles. The funds raised could also support groundbreaking innovations, including energy-efficient space data centers.
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Russia shoots down 280+ Ukrainian drones as Zelenskyy pushes new peace plan
Russia claims 280 Ukrainian drones shot down; Zelenskyy finalizes a new peace proposal amid rising tensions and military clashes.
Russia claims 280 Ukrainian drones shot down; Zelenskyy finalizes a new peace proposal amid rising tensions and military clashes.
Russia’s Defence Ministry claims it has shot down over 280 Ukrainian drones, with 40 intercepted near Moscow, some targeting the city directly. Emergency services responded to debris, and temporary flight restrictions were enforced at Moscow’s airports amid the attacks.
Meanwhile, President Zelenskyy revealed his team is finalizing a revised 20-point peace proposal, introducing new ideas on territorial control. Ukrainian and American officials are set to consult online, focusing on security guarantees rather than the detailed points of the plan.
As tensions rise, both military clashes and diplomatic efforts continue to shape the future of the conflict. Keep up with the latest updates and expert analysis on these unfolding events.
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Disney invests $1B in OpenAI to generate Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar videos
Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI for AI-generated videos featuring iconic characters, enhancing fan interactions and launching in 2026.
Disney invests $1 billion in OpenAI for AI-generated videos featuring iconic characters, enhancing fan interactions and launching in 2026.
Disney is taking AI to the next level, investing $1 billion in OpenAI to create a licensing deal that allows users to generate videos featuring more than 200 characters from Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar. This partnership could redefine how fans interact with their favorite characters.
The deal will let users stream short AI-generated videos directly on Disney+, and ChatGPT will also produce images of Disney’s licensed characters. However, the agreement excludes talent likenesses or voices, keeping human performances separate.
Set to launch in 2026, the collaboration also gives Disney warrants to purchase additional OpenAI equity and use AI tools for product development, opening doors to new creative opportunities.
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