Hezbollah rejected a U.S.-backed ceasefire proposal between Israel and Lebanon, saying any truce must begin with an Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon. Israel said it would continue military operations as strikes and shelling were reported across the south.
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Novak Djokovic of Serbia has won the 2023 U.S. Open men's singles final, tying Margaret Court's all-time record of 24 major titles. He beat Russian Daniil Medvedev in straight sets, becoming the oldest man to win the tournament in the open era. His victory puts him one major singles title in front of Serena Williams to become the first player to win 24 in the Open era and fortifies his status as the athlete with the most men's Grand Slam titles. Djokovic presented a master class on winning, his body never faltering, his resolve ice cold.
Novak Djokovic has made history by winning his 23rd Grand Slam title, breaking the tie with rival Rafael Nadal for the most major singles trophies. This victory makes Djokovic the only man with at least three titles from each major event, and marks the first time in the tournament's history that Nadal has not competed. Djokovic's victory is a testament to his skill and dedication, and will be remembered for years to come.
In response to two mass shootings, the Serbian Interior Ministry has launched an anti-gun crackdown, including a month-long amnesty period for citizens to hand in their unregistered weapons. In the first three days, nearly 6,000 weapons, 300,000 rounds of ammunition, and 470 explosive devices have been handed over. The amnesty period is intended to reduce the number of unregistered weapons in circulation and make Serbia a safer place.
On Thursday night, a 13-year-old shooter opened fire in the town of Mladenovac, Serbia, killing at least eight people and wounding 13. The shooter, a 21-year-old male, is currently being sought by police and the Interior Minister has called the shooting “a terrorist act.” This is the second mass killing in Serbia in two days, and the government is taking steps to ensure the safety of its citizens.
On Wednesday morning, tragedy struck Belgrade, Serbia when a teenage boy, K.K., opened fire in the Vladislav Ribnikar primary school using his father's gun, killing eight children and a school guard. Police responded quickly, arresting the shooter in the school yard. The Serbian government has expressed their condolences and promised to investigate the incident and take steps to prevent similar tragedies in the future.