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On March 23rd, technology journalist Mark Gurman stated that Apple is exploring adding cameras and visual intelligence features to its smartwatch, which will drive the company into the artificial intelligence wearable device market. Mark Gurman stated that Apple is developing a new version of the Apple Watch that includes a camera. Like future AirPods, this will help devices see the outside world and utilize artificial intelligence to provide relevant information. These models may still be at least a few generations away from being launched, but they are already on the roadmap.

On March 23rd, Russian Presidential Press Secretary Peskov stated that President Putin’s order to suspend strikes on Ukraine’s energy facilities is still in effect. If Ukraine fails to stop its attacks on Russian energy facilities, the leaders of Russia and the United States may re engage as a result. Peskov said that the leaders of Russia and the United States have agreed to continue contacts when necessary. Peskov also stated that the upcoming Russia US talks in Saudi Arabia on March 24th will not be easy. He said that the two countries will mainly discuss whether the Russian president agrees to restore the Black Sea Food Agreement initiative. Peskov also pointed out that when implementing the initiative, “we have fulfilled all our obligations, but we have never fulfilled our obligations.” Peskov also said that Russia and the United States still have a long way to go in resolving the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and there is no need to be too optimistic about the prospects.

On March 23rd, informed sources stated that the US and Ukrainian delegations will hold their first ceasefire negotiation meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on the 23rd. It is reported that Ukrainian President Zelensky also confirmed the meeting on social media. According to reports, the meeting will be attended by officials and experts at the technical level, and it is expected that the United States will meet with Russia on the 24th. Both sides may hold more meetings than planned.

On the evening of March 23rd, Egyptian sources stated that Israel, through Egyptian mediation, has proposed a two-stage plan to release Israeli detainees to the Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas). According to the Israeli proposal, in the first phase, Hamas needs to release 11 surviving Israeli detainees and transfer the bodies of 16 deceased detainees, followed by a 40 day ceasefire between the two sides; In the second stage, Israel demands that Hamas release all remaining detainees at once. Sources say that the United States supports Israel’s proposal.

On March 23rd, in response to the proposal made by US Middle East envoy Witkov to demand Hamas to disarm, Husam Badran, a senior official of the Palestinian Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas), stated in an interview with the Palestinian media Al Jazeera that as long as Israel continues to occupy Palestine, such a proposal is meaningless. He pointed out that compared to the deadly weapons such as fighter jets and tanks used by Israel, the Palestinian people have the right to use weapons to resist Israel’s occupation, which is granted by international law and conventions. Husam Badran also stated that indirect negotiations between Hamas and Israel are still ongoing, and talks and contacts with relevant mediators are taking place every day. He emphasized that Hamas is still committed to continuing to implement the ceasefire agreement reached by all parties, and pointed out that there are currently many proposals to restore this ceasefire process. Meanwhile, Hussam also accused Prime Minister Netanyahu of prioritizing political interests over achieving a ceasefire. Regarding the post-war governance of Gaza, Hussam emphasized that Hamas has clearly stated that this is an internal matter of Palestine and must be decided by the Palestinian people themselves.

On March 23rd, local time, Jordan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Overseas Chinese Affairs, Safadi, had a phone call with Lebanon’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Overseas Chinese Affairs, Raj. The two sides discussed the bilateral relations between the two countries and the development of the situation in Lebanon. Safadi and Raj emphasized the need to fully implement all provisions of the ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel. Safadi reiterated Jordan’s firm support for Lebanon’s response to Israel’s aggression and emphasized the need to respect international law, international humanitarian law, and United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701. He also emphasized that the international community must take immediate action to stop Israel’s aggression against Lebanon.

On March 23rd, according to multiple Arab media reports, on the evening of the 22nd local time, Israel launched airstrikes on multiple locations in southern, eastern, and northern Lebanon. The city of Tyre in southern Lebanon, the eastern Bekaa Valley, and the northern Hermel region were all attacked. The Israeli Defense Minister’s Office issued a statement stating that Prime Minister Netanyahu and Defense Minister Katz instructed the Israeli Defense Forces to launch attacks on dozens of Hezbollah targets in Lebanon in response to rocket attacks in northern Israel earlier that day.

On March 23, local time, on March 22, the US State Department issued a travel warning on Israel, warning Americans not to travel to Israel, the West Bank and the Gaza Strip. Missiles and drones may be launched without prior warning. In addition, the State Department warned Americans to avoid large gatherings and protests.

On March 23, local time, on March 22, the General Staff of the Ukrainian Armed Forces reported that on March 21, the Ukrainian Air Force successfully attacked a command post located on the border of Belgorod Oblast, Russia. The report stated that despite the Russian military taking cover measures, Ukrainian pilots still destroyed the facility. This attack resulted in the destruction of Russian communication and other equipment, and will significantly weaken the Russian military’s ability to take combat actions against the Ukrainian army in the Ussuri and Kharkiv regions. The Russian side has not yet responded to this.

On the afternoon of March 22nd, local time, Israel carried out airstrikes on the town of Najiha on the outskirts of the Syrian capital Damascus. A source revealed that the targets of the attack were local military facilities and officer residences. The Israeli Army Radio quoted Israeli sources as saying that Israel did not launch an attack on Damascus. As of now, there has been no official response from Israel. (CCTV)