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Questions arise as mystery surrounds reported unexpected death of Canadian influencer Lil Tay

The sudden reported passing of Lil Tay, a Canadian internet sensation, has prompted skepticism due to uncertainties surrounding the validity of the statement.

As uncertainty lingers, netizens are voicing skepticism and calling for a transparent elucidation of the situation.

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UNITED STATES: Lil Tay, whose actual name is Claire Hope Eileen Qi, a 14-year-old viral internet star was reported to have died unexpectedly in a statement published on her official Instagram page on Wednesday (Aug 9).

It started when her family posted a statement on Instagram, disclosing the surprising departure of the 14-year-old who had been absent from public attention for the past 5 years.

Although the statement lacked a specified source, it indicated that both Tay and her brother had experienced untimely deaths.

Regrettably, no details were provided concerning the circumstances or timing of these incidents. The statement simply acknowledged that the situation is currently under investigation.

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The mystery surrounding the death of the viral internet sensation, Lil Tay, grew more intricate on Wednesday night, as both her father and former managers declined to confirm her alleged death.

Two ex-managers of Tay expressed to The U.S. Sun that they harbored doubts regarding the authenticity of the statement and had faced difficulties in confirming its validity.

An ex-manager of Tay, who preferred not to be named, revealed that specific aspects of the statement seemed questionable in terms of its authenticity.

“One thing I would question is who posted that statement and why isn’t it signed by anyone from the family,” he said.

“Why is it not signed, ‘This is Tay’s mom’, or ‘This is the dad of Lil Tay’, or from an official representative? Why is there no attachment?”

“To me, that is a very telltale sign. It doesn’t make sense. Even when you have passings, there’s a group of people that come together to make the statement, usually the family, and we don’t see that here,” he added.

Upon being contacted by phone on Wednesday evening, Christopher Hope, Tay’s father, declined to offer any elucidation regarding the situation.

He acknowledged the growing questions surrounding Tay’s demise, yet he conveyed his reluctance to disclose additional details.

He also declined to affirm whether Tay resided with him during the alleged time of her passing, the source of the statement declaring her death, and whether law enforcement had been informed.

“I won’t be providing a statement,” he stated. “I won’t address that for now.”

Tay was recently thought to be residing with her father in Vancouver.

Alleged abuse

Lil Tay went viral in 2017 at the age of nine, capturing attention through explicit-laden Instagram videos showcasing her displaying stacks of money and asserting a luxurious hip-hop way of life.

Self-proclaimed “century’s youngest flexer,” she formed connections with several well-known rappers, including the now-deceased XXXTentacion and Chief Keef.

However, she disappeared from the internet five years ago due to a legal dispute between her parents over custody. During that time, unsettling claims emerged on the internet regarding her family’s circumstances and safety.

In June 2018, Lil Tay’s Instagram content was erased, and her story contained the phrase “help me,” sparking concerns of a potential abduction.

Then, a couple of months later, a sequence of messages that accused her father, Christopher Hope, of abuse, appeared on the page, apparently due to a hacking incident.

Tay’s success has mostly been attributed to her older brother, Jason Tian, but in 2019, allegations were directed towards him, claiming that he had exploited his sister by forcing her to participate in the videos and instructing her on what to say.

It remains uncertain whether Jason the sibling referred to in the statement mentioned has passed away.

Netizens’ response surrounding her death

Amidst an outpouring of condolences and prayers, a segment of fans has raised queries and apprehensions about her demise across various social media platforms.

One Instagram user articulated their confusion, stating, “They (Lil Tay’s parents) took her away from social media for 5+ years, nobody heard from her and now she’s dead?” she said, further adding that the situation needs to be investigated.

Several individuals responding to this comment shared a comparable perspective, collectively expressing a suspicion that there might be underlying circumstances that warrant attention.

Many remarked on the poignancy of her prolonged absence, only for her to resurface in such a tragic context.

In the midst of this uncertainty, another user expressed bewilderment and urged the responsible adults to break their silence, offering an authentic account of the unfolding events.

 

 

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UN General Assembly overwhelmingly adopts resolution calling for Israel to end occupation of Palestinian territories

The UN General Assembly has passed a resolution urging Israel to end its occupation of Palestinian territories within a year. Backed by an ICJ advisory opinion, the resolution reflects broad international opposition to the occupation, though key nations like the US opposed it.

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The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has passed a resolution calling on Israel to end its occupation of Palestinian territories within a year, a decision that Palestine hailed as “historic.”

The nonbinding resolution, passed by a vote of 124-12 with 43 abstentions, demands Israel end its “unlawful presence” in the Occupied Palestinian Territory within 12 months and pay reparations for damages incurred during the occupation.

The resolution also backed an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice (ICJ), which had previously declared Israel’s presence in the Palestinian territories to be unlawful.

The ICJ stressed that Israel, as an occupying power, is in violation of international humanitarian law due to its settlement activities in the West Bank and East Jerusalem.

The UNGA vote occurred as Israel continues its military campaign in Gaza, where more than 41,250 Palestinians have been killed.

The ICJ had earlier issued rulings urging Israel to prevent genocide in Gaza and ensure adequate humanitarian aid reaches the population.

Among the 12 countries opposing the resolution were Israel, the United States, Czechia, Hungary, Argentina, and several Pacific island nations.

The US, which claims to support a two-state solution to the conflict, joined Israel in opposing the resolution.

Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas welcomed the resolution, calling on the international community to pressure Israel to comply.

“The international consensus over this resolution renews the hopes of our Palestinian people…to achieve its aspirations of freedom and independence,” Abbas said, emphasizing the establishment of a Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital.

NGOs Urge UN Member States to Uphold ICJ Opinion and Halt Arms Sales to Israel

Additionally, over 30 NGOs, including Amnesty International, Oxfam, and War Child, urged UN Member States to adhere to the ICJ’s advisory opinion, which denounced Israel’s decades-long occupation.

The NGOs highlighted ongoing human rights abuses such as forced displacement, settler violence, and a discriminatory permit regime limiting Palestinians’ access to essential services.

These organizations also called for a halt to arms sales to Israel, which they argue have contributed to a humanitarian catastrophe.

Singapore and Malaysia Vote in Favour of UN Resolution

Ambassador Burhan Gafoor of Singapore expressed support for the UNGA resolution based on respect for international law and the International Court of Justice.

“Singapore has always attached the greatest importance to international law and the principles of the UN Charter. ”

“We voted in favour of this resolution after careful and thorough consideration due to our respect for the International Court of Justice, which is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations as well as for international law more broadly.”

However, he highlighted several reservations, including concerns over using the ICJ’s advisory jurisdiction to address political disputes and the resolution’s potential to harden positions between Israel and Palestine.

Gafoor emphasised that any solution to the conflict must come from direct negotiations between the two parties and expressed concern over the resolution’s overreaching measures that could hinder the peace process.

Malaysia welcomed the UN’s decision to implement the ICJ ruling, noting that the UN resolution underscores the collective responsibility and legal obligations of all States and international organisations to end Israel’s illegal occupation of Palestine and seek justice for the Palestinian people.

“Malaysia urges the international community to implement the Resolution in its entirety and without delay, for the Palestinians to exercise their right to self-determination, safeguard sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as pursue socioeconomic development.”

“The resolution affirms Malaysia’s position on this long-standing issue,” the statement read.

The ICJ’s July opinion found that Israel’s occupation and annexation of Palestinian territory violated fundamental principles of international law, asserting that no state should recognize or assist Israel’s continued presence in these territories.

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Explosive devices target Hezbollah in Lebanon, killing 20 and injuring over 450

Explosions targeting walkie-talkies killed 20 and injured over 450 in Lebanon. The attack, suspected to be carried out by Israel, escalates tensions with Hezbollah, raising international concerns of a potential war crime.

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A coordinated series of explosions targeting walkie-talkies in Lebanon killed at least 20 people and injured more than 450 on Wednesday, prompting international concerns that the attacks may constitute a war crime.

Thousands of booby-trapped communication devices exploded across Lebanese cities, particularly in Hezbollah strongholds, just one day after a similar attack involving pagers killed 12 and injured over 2,800.

Israel is widely suspected of being behind the strikes, escalating tensions with Hezbollah.

The explosions, described as “small in size” but widespread, mark a potential shift in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, an Iran-backed militant group that controls parts of Lebanon.

International observers have condemned the attacks, with UN Secretary General António Guterres calling for restraint while noting that the scale and strategy of the operation suggest it could be a prelude to a broader Israeli military assault on Lebanon.

On Tuesday, Israeli media reported that the decision to detonate the devices might have been driven by fears that Hezbollah was close to discovering Israeli efforts to sabotage its communications infrastructure.

Hezbollah confirmed that its walkie-talkies had been targeted in Wednesday’s explosions.

The attacks came shortly after a meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US officials aimed at de-escalating the situation.

UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk warned that the indiscriminate nature of the explosions violated international law, as the devices targeted may have been in civilian possession.

Human Rights Watch echoed the sentiment, highlighting that booby traps such as these, which explode without specific targeting, breach international humanitarian law.

While Israel has not officially claimed responsibility for the attacks, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant praised Israeli intelligence agencies for their “great achievements” during a visit to a northern air force base, while stressing that military resources were being diverted northward to confront Hezbollah.

Netanyahu reaffirmed Israel’s commitment to returning northern Israeli residents to their homes, further suggesting a potential escalation.

Lebanese officials, including Hezbollah, have blamed Israel for the attacks, vowing retaliation. The explosions occurred during a tense period in Lebanon, where ongoing violence threatens to spiral into a broader regional conflict.

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