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Government Shutdown Leaves Millions Hungry as SNAP Benefits Halt

  People wait in line for free food at the World of Life Christian Fellowship International food pantry in the Bronx borough of New York. As the federal government shutdown drags on, millions of Americans have been left without Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits , forcing families to turn to food pantries in record numbers. Across the country, long lines have formed outside community centers, churches, and drive-through food distribution sites as people scramble to replace the groceries they once purchased with federal aid. In cities like Louisville, Kentucky , volunteers handed out boxes of food to cars lined up for blocks, while in the Bronx, New York , pantries reported hundreds more visitors than usual in a single day. For many, SNAP was their primary lifeline, and its sudden suspension has created what food banks are calling an “inevitable crisis.” The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed that funding for SNAP has run out , leaving more than 40 m...
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Ireland, Spain, and Norway Recognize Palestinian State: A Historic Move

                             

In a significant and historic development, Ireland, Spain, and Norway have officially recognized the state of Palestine. The move has drawn both praise and criticism from various quarters.

Recognition and Reactions

  • Ireland: Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris described the recognition as “an historic and important day for Ireland and for Palestine.” The decision was coordinated with Spain and Norway, with the aim of advancing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict toward a peaceful resolution through a two-state solution.

  • Spain: Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced the recognition in the Spanish Parliament. European Union countries Spain and Ireland, along with Norway, have taken this step amid international outrage over the civilian death toll and humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip following Israel’s offensive.

  • Norway: Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Store and Foreign Minister Espen Barth Eide jointly made the announcement in Oslo. Israel’s Foreign Minister Israel Katz swiftly ordered the return of Israel’s ambassadors from both Norway and Ireland in response to the recognition.

Israel’s Reaction

Israel has expressed strong disapproval, considering this move a “gift to Hamas.” The recognition has further strained relations between Israel and the three European nations.

Formal Recognition Date

The formal recognition of the Palestinian state is set for May 28, 2024. This decision marks a significant milestone in the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict and has implications for regional dynamics.


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