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U.S. drone forced downed by Russian fighter jet

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A Russian fighter jet forced down a U.S. drone over the Black Sea

As Russian troops on the ground pushed forward in waves along the frontlines in eastern Ukraine—U.S. officials said a Russian fighter jet intercepted an American military MQ-9 ‘Reaper’ surveillance drone and struck the propeller, causing it to crash into the Black Sea.

“Our MQ-9 aircraft was conducting routine operations in international airspace when it was intercepted and hit by a Russian aircraft, resulting in a crash and complete loss of the MQ-9,” said Air Force Gen. James Hecker, commander of US Air Forces Europe and Air Forces Africa.

“In fact, this unsafe and unprofessional act by the Russians nearly caused both aircraft to crash,” Gen. Hecker said in a statement.

While they are still assessing exactly what happened in this incident—U.S. officials say the U.S. Air Force in Europe and Africa routinely fly aircraft throughout Europe, over sovereign territories, and throughout international air space while adhering to international laws to bolster collective European defense and security.

Meanwhile, Russia’s Defense Ministry denied that its aircraft came into contact with the drone.

U.S. officials say despite this downing, they will continue their missions.

There is a possibility they will attempt to recover the downed drone.

Both the White House and the Pentagon, have a warned Russia about the risk of escalation following this incident.

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Veronica Dudo is the U.S. Correspondent for Ticker News covering America’s biggest headlines. As an Emmy® Award nominated global journalist, Veronica has traveled across the country and around the world reporting on historical events that connect all citizens. Lauded as an award-winning international journalist, Veronica has executed stellar news coverage for NBC News, CBS News, The Hill, ME-TV Network and AOL. Her stories have highlighted a plethora of topics ranging from breaking news and politics to economic affairs across the USA, European Union, and Asia; cultural affairs; globalization; governance; education; and sustainability.

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Niche accountants proving essential to e-commerce success

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Expert explores the key benefits of partnering with accountants who specialise in niche industries.

In today’s fast-paced digital world, having an accountant who understands the intricacies of e-commerce can make all the difference in your business’s success.

Specialist accountants understand the specific needs of e-commerce businesses, helping to maximise tax savings, streamline operations, and improve financial health.

Niche accountants can identify opportunities to scale, optimise profit margins, and implement strategies that align with your business goals, ultimately drive growth.

Chris Rivera, Founder of The Ecommerce Accountants, joins to share his key insights into the industry.

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Amazon’s 2024 Prime Day expected to make huge impact on tech sector sales

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Market experts believe Amazon’s upcoming event will drive a surge in sales, benefiting Amazon’s stock and boosting consumer tech companies that sell through its platform.

Experts predict that a short-term rally in retail and tech stocks could be seen as revenue spikes.

Founder/CEO of Unearthing Opportunities, and Board Advisor to Power Hero, Bradley A Gastwirth joins to unpack the latest market moves. #featured #trending

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Israeli claims airstrikes have killed two successors to Hezbollah’s slain leader

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The update comes as Israel expands its ground offensive against the Iran-backed group with a fourth army division deployed into south Lebanon.

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke in a video released by his office hours after the deputy leader of Hezbollah left the door open to a negotiated ceasefire, reports Reuters

Israel’s military said on Tuesday that heavy air strikes against underground Hezbollah installations in southern Lebanon over the prior 24 hours killed at least 50 fighters including six sector commanders and regional officials. #featured #trending

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