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Missile Fire from Yemen's Houthi Rebels Triggers Sirens in Central Israel for the Second Night

  For the second consecutive night, air raid sirens blared across central Israel as a missile launched from Yemen's Houthi rebels was intercepted by Israeli air defenses early Wednesday morning. The missile, aimed at the Tel Aviv area, was successfully intercepted before crossing into Israeli territory, though shrapnel from the interception fell in several towns.  This marks the fourth time in a week that missile fire from the Houthi rebels has set off sirens in Israel. On Saturday, a missile hit a playground in Tel Aviv, injuring 16 people after Israel's air defense system failed to intercept it. In response, Israeli jets struck Yemen's rebel-held capital and a port city, resulting in nine casualties.  Israel's foreign minister has requested an emergency meeting of the U.N. Security Council to condemn the Houthi attacks and their alleged Iranian allies for providing the rebels with weapons. The situation remains tense as both sides continue to exchange fire, with the H...

Bitcoin Surges Past $82,000 Following Trump’s Election Victory

 

Bitcoin has reached an unprecedented milestone, soaring above $82,000 for the first time. This surge comes in the wake of President-elect Donald Trump’s victory, which has significantly boosted the prospects of the cryptocurrency market.

Trump’s decisive win has been met with enthusiasm from the digital asset industry, which anticipates a more favorable regulatory environment under his administration. His campaign promises included positioning the U.S. as a leader in the digital asset space, creating a strategic Bitcoin stockpile, and appointing pro-crypto regulators.

The market’s bullish sentiment has not only lifted Bitcoin but also other cryptocurrencies like Dogecoin, which saw a rise due to support from prominent Trump backer Elon Musk. Institutional investors, who had de-risked before the election, are now re-entering the market, adding to the buying pressure.

This historic rise in Bitcoin’s value underscores the growing influence of political events on the cryptocurrency market and highlights the potential for significant shifts in the financial landscape under the new administration.


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