<p>Things seem to have taken an ugly turn in the Manchester United-Cristiano Ronaldo saga where the Premier League club is now considering terminating Ronaldo’s contract over his explosive remarks on the Piers Morgan show.</p>

<p>As reported by the Guardian, the club has asked the star striker to not return to the club’s Carrington training base after the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar.</p>

<p>As per the outlet, Manchester United has also hired lawyers to prosecute the Portuguese star over an alleged breach of contract.</p>

<p>Ronaldo, during his controversial interview with British journalist Piers Morgan, which was aired recently on TalkTV, made a few allegations about the club.</p>

<p>The five-time Ballon d'Or winner&nbsp;in the interview said he felt he was being actively forced out of the club and that Manchester United lacked empathy when his younger daughter was hospitalised back in July this year.</p>

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<p>Ronaldo further dropped the bombshell with his remarks on manager Eric Ten Hag saying he doesn’t 'like'&nbsp;him. Talking about Manchester United’s owners, the Glazer family, Ronaldo even went on to say that they do not care much about the club.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, as per the Guardian, the club was not aware of Ronaldo’s scheduled interview with Piers Morgan.</p>

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<p>On Friday, Manchester United issued a statement that read, “Manchester United has this morning initiated appropriate steps in response to Cristiano Ronaldo’s recent media interview. We will not be making further comments until this process reaches its conclusion.”</p>

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<p>Ronaldo rejoined Manchester United last summer from Italian club Juventus and made an immediate impact with a goal in his return game. The past season, Ronaldo scored as many as 24 goals and was even named the club’s Player of the Year.</p>

<p>However, it was at the start of this season when things started to fall apart for the 37-year-old.</p>

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Things seem to have taken an ugly turn in the Manchester United-Cristiano Ronaldo saga where the Premier League club is now considering terminating Ronaldo’s contract over his explosive remarks on the Piers Morgan show.

Things seem to have taken an ugly turn in the Manchester United-Cristiano Ronaldo saga where the Premier League club is now considering terminating Ronaldo’s contract over his explosive remarks on the Piers Morgan show. As reported by the Guardian, the club has asked the star striker to not return to the club’s Carrington training base after the conclusion of the FIFA World Cup in Qatar. As per the outlet, Manchester United has also hired lawyers to prosecute the Portuguese star over an alleged breach of contract. Ronaldo, during his controversial interview with British journalist Piers Morgan, which was aired recently on TalkTV, made a few allegations about the club. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner in the interview said he felt he was being actively forced out of the club and that Manchester United lacked empathy when his younger daughter was hospitalised back in July this year. WATCH | Biggest football transfer saga of 2022! What's next for Cristiano Ronaldo? × Ronaldo further dropped the bombshell with his remarks on manager Eric Ten Hag saying he doesn’t 'like' him. Talking about Manchester United’s owners, the Glazer family, Ronaldo even went on to say that they do not care much about the club. Meanwhile, as per the Guardian, the club was not aware of Ronaldo’s scheduled interview with Piers Morgan. ALSO READ: 'He is finding it...' - Wayne Rooney responds to Cristiano Ronaldo's comments on him in explosive interview On Friday, Manchester United issued a statement that read, “Manchester United has this morning initiated appropriate steps in response to Cristiano Ronaldo’s recent media interview. We will not be making further comments until this process reaches its conclusion.” ℹ️ Club statement.#MUFC — Manchester United (@ManUtd) November 18, 2022 × Ronaldo rejoined Manchester United last summer from Italian club Juventus and made an immediate impact with a goal in his return game. The past season, Ronaldo scored as many as 24 goals and was even named the club’s Player of the Year. However, it was at the start of this season when things started to fall apart for the 37-year-old. ALSO READ: Manchester United ready to take appropriate steps against Cristiano Ronaldo after his explosive remarks (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Formula One on Friday launched an all-female racing series that is set to hit the track next year and prepare young girls to race in the sport. The new category, which will be called F1 Academy, will feature five teams run by outfits currently competing in the F1-feeder series Formula Two and Formula Three. They will each run three cars, creating a 15-strong grid, Formula One said in a statement.</p>

<p>Teams would select their own drivers, who would have to be at least 16 years of age, said F2 and F3 organiser Bruno Michel who will also run the new series. Michel said they could come from senior karting, Formula 4, Formula Regional and even the existing W Series.</p>

<p>They will be required to bring $155,520&nbsp;in funding, with F1 matching that amount and teams raising the rest of the $2.3 million total budget.</p>

<p>Next year's inaugural season will comprise seven events with three races each at circuits that host Formula One and 15 days of official testing. But only one round is likely to race on the same weekend as Formula One.</p>

<p>The series will feature the Tatuus T421 chassis fitted with a 165 horsepower engine and tyres from F1 supplier Pirelli, with the cars sharing the visual identity of their F3 and F2 counterparts.</p>

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<p>"Everyone should have the opportunity to follow their dreams and achieve their potential and Formula One wants to ensure we are doing everything we can to create greater diversity and routes into this incredible sport," said F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali in the statement.</p>

<p>"That is why I am delighted to announce the F1 Academy that will give young female drivers the best chance to fulfil their ambitions through a comprehensive programme that supports their racing careers and gives them everything they need to move into F3 and hopefully to F2 and then the pinnacle of Formula One."</p>

<p>F1's launch of the new all-female series comes after a cash crunch forced the existing W Series, which is free to enter and pays the championship winner $500,000 out of a total $1.5 million prize money pot, to cancel the last three races of its season last month.</p>

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<p>Organisers at the time said they were confident the series, which debuted in 2019 and ran on F1's support bill this season, would return in 2023.</p>

<p>There was no mention of prize money in the F1 Academy statement but Formula One said it would prepare young female drivers to progress to higher levels of competition including the W Series.</p>

<p>The F1 Academy would complement the W Series providing an "extra route for the next generation of young female drivers," the statement added.</p>

<p>W Series welcomed F1's announcement, adding it was looking forward to finalising its plans for next year.</p>

<p>"Our objective from the start has always been to increase the talent pool of women racing drivers, and the addition of the F1 Academy as a feeder to W Series and other series is a further step in inspiring the next generation to progress up the motorsport ladder," series founder Catherine Bond Muir in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>No female driver has started a Grand Prix since the late Italian Lella Lombardi, also the only woman to score a top-six finish, in 1976.</p>

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Formula One on Friday launched an all-female racing series that is set to hit the track next year and prepare young girls to race in the sport. The new category, which will be called F1 Academy, will feature five teams run by outfits currently competing in the F1-feeder series Formula Two and Formula Three.

Formula One on Friday launched an all-female racing series that is set to hit the track next year and prepare young girls to race in the sport. The new category, which will be called F1 Academy, will feature five teams run by outfits currently competing in the F1-feeder series Formula Two and Formula Three. They will each run three cars, creating a 15-strong grid, Formula One said in a statement. Teams would select their own drivers, who would have to be at least 16 years of age, said F2 and F3 organiser Bruno Michel who will also run the new series. Michel said they could come from senior karting, Formula 4, Formula Regional and even the existing W Series. They will be required to bring $155,520 in funding, with F1 matching that amount and teams raising the rest of the $2.3 million total budget. Next year's inaugural season will comprise seven events with three races each at circuits that host Formula One and 15 days of official testing. But only one round is likely to race on the same weekend as Formula One. The series will feature the Tatuus T421 chassis fitted with a 165 horsepower engine and tyres from F1 supplier Pirelli, with the cars sharing the visual identity of their F3 and F2 counterparts. ALSO READ: Upbeat Mercedes camp eyeing top prize in Abu Dhabi, says George Russell "Everyone should have the opportunity to follow their dreams and achieve their potential and Formula One wants to ensure we are doing everything we can to create greater diversity and routes into this incredible sport," said F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali in the statement. "That is why I am delighted to announce the F1 Academy that will give young female drivers the best chance to fulfil their ambitions through a comprehensive programme that supports their racing careers and gives them everything they need to move into F3 and hopefully to F2 and then the pinnacle of Formula One." F1's launch of the new all-female series comes after a cash crunch forced the existing W Series, which is free to enter and pays the championship winner $500,000 out of a total $1.5 million prize money pot, to cancel the last three races of its season last month. WATCH | WION Exclusive: Red Bull's Horner reflects on Verstappen's F1 triumph × Organisers at the time said they were confident the series, which debuted in 2019 and ran on F1's support bill this season, would return in 2023. There was no mention of prize money in the F1 Academy statement but Formula One said it would prepare young female drivers to progress to higher levels of competition including the W Series. The F1 Academy would complement the W Series providing an "extra route for the next generation of young female drivers," the statement added. W Series welcomed F1's announcement, adding it was looking forward to finalising its plans for next year. "Our objective from the start has always been to increase the talent pool of women racing drivers, and the addition of the F1 Academy as a feeder to W Series and other series is a further step in inspiring the next generation to progress up the motorsport ladder," series founder Catherine Bond Muir in a statement. No female driver has started a Grand Prix since the late Italian Lella Lombardi, also the only woman to score a top-six finish, in 1976. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Fallen far from grace, FTX founder and former CEO Sam Bankman-Fried is currently in choppy waters for leading his company to bankruptcy. While reports suggested that Sam was a top campaign contributor for Democrats,&nbsp;a new report has claimed that he donated significant money towards the Republican cause as well.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Federal Election Commission records, Sam deposited an estimated $262,200 into Republican bank accounts,&nbsp;throughout the 2021-2022 election cycle.</p>

<p>While the number pales in comparison to the almost $40 million he&nbsp;contributed to Democratic campaigns, it is enough to suggest that Bankamn-Fried was&nbsp;playing&nbsp;both galleries, in an attempt to secure himself politically.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I have a duty as a member of the industry to try and get us regulated, to try and move the industry in a more responsible direction. I think that requires engagement. I think it'd be irresponsible for me not to engage with Capitol Hill, with regulators," Bankman-Fried was quoted as saying in an NBC interview.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>What happened with FTX?</strong></p>

<p>FTX filed for bankruptcy last Friday after traders rushed to remove $6 billion off the platform in only 72 hours. The fate of the company was sealed after rival exchange Binance's rescue deal fell through.&nbsp;According to reports, nearly $1 billion of customer funds have vanished from FTX, ever since the fall was first documented.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Securities and Exchange Commission, Commodity Futures Trading Commission and the Justice Department have joined forces to investigate what led to the abject failure of a multi-billion dollar company.</p>

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<p><strong>How did SBF start FTX?</strong></p>

<p>IN 2017, SBF established his own cryptocurrency trading firm 'Almadea Research,' which offers liquidity in exchange for digital assets and cryptocurrencies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Two years later, in 2019, he launched FTX, turning it to be one of the top exchanges for buying and selling cryptocurrency derivatives. Forbes estimates his exchange is worth $40 billion.</p>

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Fallen far from grace, FTX founder and former CEO Sam Bankman-Fried is currently in choppy waters for leading his company to bankruptcy. While reports suggested that Sam was a top campaign contributor for Democrats, a new report has claimed that he donated significant money towards the Republican cause as well.

Fallen far from grace, FTX founder and former CEO Sam Bankman-Fried is currently in choppy waters for leading his company to bankruptcy. While reports suggested that Sam was a top campaign contributor for Democrats, a new report has claimed that he donated significant money towards the Republican cause as well. According to Federal Election Commission records, Sam deposited an estimated $262,200 into Republican bank accounts, throughout the 2021-2022 election cycle. While the number pales in comparison to the almost $40 million he contributed to Democratic campaigns, it is enough to suggest that Bankamn-Fried was playing both galleries, in an attempt to secure himself politically. "I have a duty as a member of the industry to try and get us regulated, to try and move the industry in a more responsible direction. I think that requires engagement. I think it'd be irresponsible for me not to engage with Capitol Hill, with regulators," Bankman-Fried was quoted as saying in an NBC interview. What happened with FTX? FTX filed for bankruptcy last Friday after traders rushed to remove $6 billion off the platform in only 72 hours. The fate of the company was sealed after rival exchange Binance's rescue deal fell through. According to reports, nearly $1 billion of customer funds have vanished from FTX, ever since the fall was first documented. Securities and Exchange Commission, Commodity Futures Trading Commission and the Justice Department have joined forces to investigate what led to the abject failure of a multi-billion dollar company. Read more: USA: SEC, CFTC and DoJ launch investigation into FTX's collapse How did SBF start FTX? IN 2017, SBF established his own cryptocurrency trading firm 'Almadea Research,' which offers liquidity in exchange for digital assets and cryptocurrencies. Two years later, in 2019, he launched FTX, turning it to be one of the top exchanges for buying and selling cryptocurrency derivatives. Forbes estimates his exchange is worth $40 billion. Read more: Who is Sam Bankman-Fried, the former FTX CEO & 'cryptogenius' who lost $14.5 billion in a day (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Businessman and former mayor of New York, Michael&nbsp;Bloomberg was forced to apologise at a major business event in Singapore for statements made by his friend and former UK prime minister Boris Johnson criticising China.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Johnson was invited as the guest speaker at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in Singapore, held earlier this week. During his speech, Johnson described China as a&nbsp;“coercive autocracy”, much to the apathy of Asian businessmen and diplomats gathered.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Since Johnson was invited by Bloomberg to the forum, the latter had to bear the brunt of&nbsp;attendees feeling insulted and offended by the Tory leader's remarks.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Bloomberg clarified that the statements made by Johnson were&nbsp;“his thoughts and his thoughts alone”, before adding,&nbsp;“To those of you who were upset and concerned by what the speaker said, you have my apologies.”</p>

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<p>According to the version released by Johnson's spokesperson,&nbsp;the former PM in his speech said,&nbsp;“Let’s look at Russia and China. The two former communist tyrannies in which power has once again been concentrated in the hands of a single rule."</p>

<p>"Two monocultural states that have been traditionally hostile to immigration and that are becoming increasingly nationalist in their attitudes."</p>

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<p>Johnson added that as two&nbsp;permanent UN security council members, China and Russia enabled each other to "show a candid disregard for the rule of international law, and two countries that in the last year have demonstrated the immense limitations of their political systems by the disastrous mistakes they have made.”</p>

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<p>This is not the first time that Johnson has targeted China. Last week, when the Conservative leader was in New Delhi for a programme,&nbsp;he toed a similar line.</p>

<p>Johnson&nbsp;said democracies such as India and UK bounced back after the pandemic but&nbsp;autocracies and closed societies such as China were still grappling with the pandemic.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“When the leader of a coercive autocracy embarks on a disastrous policy in which his ego is fatally engaged, there is nothing and no one that can stop him. And that’s why democracy matters.”&nbsp;</p>

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Businessman and former mayor of New York, Michael Bloomberg was forced to apologise at a major business event in Singapore for statements made by his friend and former UK prime minister Boris Johnson criticising China.

Businessman and former mayor of New York, Michael Bloomberg was forced to apologise at a major business event in Singapore for statements made by his friend and former UK prime minister Boris Johnson criticising China. Johnson was invited as the guest speaker at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum in Singapore, held earlier this week. During his speech, Johnson described China as a “coercive autocracy”, much to the apathy of Asian businessmen and diplomats gathered. Since Johnson was invited by Bloomberg to the forum, the latter had to bear the brunt of attendees feeling insulted and offended by the Tory leader's remarks. Bloomberg clarified that the statements made by Johnson were “his thoughts and his thoughts alone”, before adding, “To those of you who were upset and concerned by what the speaker said, you have my apologies.” Read more: Who is Michael Bloomberg? According to the version released by Johnson's spokesperson, the former PM in his speech said, “Let’s look at Russia and China. The two former communist tyrannies in which power has once again been concentrated in the hands of a single rule." "Two monocultural states that have been traditionally hostile to immigration and that are becoming increasingly nationalist in their attitudes." WATCH | China: Officials to refine 'Zero-Covid' policy, pledge to avoid excessive disruptions to public life × Johnson added that as two permanent UN security council members, China and Russia enabled each other to "show a candid disregard for the rule of international law, and two countries that in the last year have demonstrated the immense limitations of their political systems by the disastrous mistakes they have made.” Read more: The 'rise and fall' of UK PM: Scandals that dragged down Boris Johnson This is not the first time that Johnson has targeted China. Last week, when the Conservative leader was in New Delhi for a programme, he toed a similar line. Johnson said democracies such as India and UK bounced back after the pandemic but autocracies and closed societies such as China were still grappling with the pandemic. “When the leader of a coercive autocracy embarks on a disastrous policy in which his ego is fatally engaged, there is nothing and no one that can stop him. And that’s why democracy matters.” (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>Moscow has accused Ukraine of executing more than 10 Russian Prisoners of War (PoW) after a gruesome video of surrendering soldiers being gunned to death went viral on social media platforms.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This brutal murder of Russian servicemen is neither the first, nor the only war crime," the Russian defence ministry said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This is common practice in the Armed Forces of Ukraine that is actively supported by the Kyiv regime and blatantly ignored by its Western patrons," it added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Killing PoWs is a war crime and the video shows what appear&nbsp;to be Russian soldiers in the Makiivka city of the Luhansk region of eastern Ukraine.</p>

<p>The video shows a dilapidated building structure and its backyard in the aftermath of a severe gunfight between the two sides.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The footage, allegedly taken by a Ukrainian soldier shows the Russian unarmed soldiers lying face down on the ground after surrendering. Two more Russian soldiers with hands raised over their heads come out of the building and join their fellow unit soldiers on the ground.</p>

<p>The Ukrainian unit of soldiers can be seen wearing yellow armbands. However, as the video nears the end, a sudden spraying of bullets can be heard with the camera shaking rather vigorously, suggesting that the Russian soldiers were butchered on the spot, according to pro-Russian outlets.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The drone footage that appeared later shows the same spot and the house where the bodies of the 'surrendering soldiers' seemingly lie lifeless and in a pool of blood.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While pro-Ukrainian outlets claim that the soldiers were killed in a drone strike, the Russian side believes that&nbsp;Ukraine's 80th airborne assault brigade massacred its personnel.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Marta Hurtado, a spokesperson for the UN Humans Rights office said the body was aware of the video and demanded a proper investigation into the matter.</p>

<p>&nbsp;"We are aware of the videos and we are looking into them. Allegations of summary executions of people hors de combat should be promptly, fully and effectively investigated, and any perpetrators held to account."</p>

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Did Ukrainian soldiers butcher unarmed, surrendering Russian soldiers?

<p>Chinese President Xi Jinping has hinted at hosting the third edition of the&nbsp;Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation next year. It will be the first time the event will be held since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.</p>

<p>Xi hinted at the possibility during the&nbsp;Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, currently underway in Bangkok. Xi was speaking&nbsp;to Thailand&nbsp;Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha when he spitballed the staging of the event.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Next year, China will consider hosting the 3rd Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation, injecting new impetus into the development and prosperity of the Asia-Pacific and the world,” Xi told the Thai PM.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Over the past few decades, economic cooperation in the Asia-Pacific has developed vigorously and created the ‘Asia-Pacific Miracle’, which attracted worldwide attention,” he added, per state media.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Notably, the previous two iterations of the event were held in 2017 and 2019 with leaders from dozens of countries attending the forum.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Xi hinting that the event might go ahead also suggests that he might be taming down on his rather draconian 'zero-Covid' policy which has been in effect for more than two years now.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While the majority of the world has opened up, Xi and China have remained adamant on the policy, leading to a precarious economic situation as big cities and towns remain locked.</p>

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<p><strong>What is BRI?</strong></p>

<p>The<strong>&nbsp;</strong>Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)&nbsp;is one of Xi's flagship infrastructure programme aimed at&nbsp;having a&nbsp;geographically structured route through several countries by using land, sea and the maritime silk road routes.</p>

<p>BRI was launched in 2013 and has managed to serve the interests of Chinese foreign policy by helping it make deep inroads in countries in Asia, Africa, Central and Eastern Europe.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Countries like India, however, remain highly critical of BRI, stating that Beijing uses its 'debt trap diplomacy' under the guise of infrastructure projects to bleed the foreign countries dry.</p>

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Chinese President Xi Jinping has hinted at hosting the third edition of the Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation next year. It will be the first time the event will be held since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Chinese President Xi Jinping has hinted at hosting the third edition of the Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation next year. It will be the first time the event will be held since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Xi hinted at the possibility during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, currently underway in Bangkok. Xi was speaking to Thailand Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha when he spitballed the staging of the event. “Next year, China will consider hosting the 3rd Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation, injecting new impetus into the development and prosperity of the Asia-Pacific and the world,” Xi told the Thai PM. “Over the past few decades, economic cooperation in the Asia-Pacific has developed vigorously and created the ‘Asia-Pacific Miracle’, which attracted worldwide attention,” he added, per state media. WATCH | Gravitas: Xi Jinping: China's security unstable and uncertain × Notably, the previous two iterations of the event were held in 2017 and 2019 with leaders from dozens of countries attending the forum. Xi hinting that the event might go ahead also suggests that he might be taming down on his rather draconian 'zero-Covid' policy which has been in effect for more than two years now. While the majority of the world has opened up, Xi and China have remained adamant on the policy, leading to a precarious economic situation as big cities and towns remain locked. Read more: COVID-19 impact: President Xi Jinping's Belt and Road initiative set to be derailed What is BRI? The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is one of Xi's flagship infrastructure programme aimed at having a geographically structured route through several countries by using land, sea and the maritime silk road routes. BRI was launched in 2013 and has managed to serve the interests of Chinese foreign policy by helping it make deep inroads in countries in Asia, Africa, Central and Eastern Europe. Read more: All you need to know about China's Belt and Road Initiative Countries like India, however, remain highly critical of BRI, stating that Beijing uses its 'debt trap diplomacy' under the guise of infrastructure projects to bleed the foreign countries dry. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Xi Jinping hints at hosting Belt & Road Forum in 2023 after Covid induced hiatus

<p>The European Union (EU) has announced plans to launch its own communications satellite network by 2027. The European Parliament and the EU member states reached an agreement Thursday under which the satellite communications internet system IRIS2 (Infrastructure for Resilience, Interconnection and Security by Satellites) will be built, DW reported.</p>

<p>This is a $6.2 billion project, which will be jointly funded by EU agencies and private companies. EU will contribute $2.4 billion, while the private sector is expected to fund the remaining $3.7 billion. The project was first announced in February before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine; however, a disagreement over funding had stalled the negotiations.</p>

<p><strong>Read More:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spacex-starlink-satellite-internet-service-reaches-all-seven-continents-517162">SpaceX Starlink satellite internet service reaches 'all seven continents'</a></strong></p>

<p>A statement by the European Parliament centrist political group Renew Europe read, “[IRIS 2] will secure the Union's sovereignty and autonomy by guaranteeing fewer dependencies on third-country infrastructure, and the provision of critical communication services where terrestrial networks are absent or disrupted, as observed, for instance, in Ukraine."</p>

<p>The EU has realised the importance of self-sufficiency in the internet sector in the wake of the Russia-Ukraine war. The satellite internet has proven greatly useful after the start of the war.</p>

<p>After the invasion, the first thing that Russia did was cut off Ukraine’s access to terrestrial internet. In response, tech billionaire Elon Musk offered Ukraine free access to his satellite internet system Starlink.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/elon-musk-spacex-will-keep-funding-starlink-internet-service-in-ukraine-525810"><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Elon Musk: SpaceX will keep funding Starlink internet service in Ukraine</strong></a></p>

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<p>The main objective of the EU’s satellite program is to maintain secure internet access in crisis situations like cyber attacks and natural disasters. The network will also be able to provide internet access to remote areas and remove dark zones in Europe, the Arctic region and Africa.</p>

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The European Union (EU) has announced plans to launch its own communications satellite network by 2027. The European Parliament and the EU member states reached an agreement Thursday under which the satellite communications internet system IRIS2 (Infrastructure for Resilience, Interconnection and Security by Satellites) will be built, DW reported.

The European Union (EU) has announced plans to launch its own communications satellite network by 2027. The European Parliament and the EU member states reached an agreement Thursday under which the satellite communications internet system IRIS2 (Infrastructure for Resilience, Interconnection and Security by Satellites) will be built, DW reported. This is a $6.2 billion project, which will be jointly funded by EU agencies and private companies. EU will contribute $2.4 billion, while the private sector is expected to fund the remaining $3.7 billion. The project was first announced in February before Russia’s invasion of Ukraine; however, a disagreement over funding had stalled the negotiations. Read More: SpaceX Starlink satellite internet service reaches 'all seven continents' A statement by the European Parliament centrist political group Renew Europe read, “[IRIS 2] will secure the Union's sovereignty and autonomy by guaranteeing fewer dependencies on third-country infrastructure, and the provision of critical communication services where terrestrial networks are absent or disrupted, as observed, for instance, in Ukraine." The EU has realised the importance of self-sufficiency in the internet sector in the wake of the Russia-Ukraine war. The satellite internet has proven greatly useful after the start of the war. After the invasion, the first thing that Russia did was cut off Ukraine’s access to terrestrial internet. In response, tech billionaire Elon Musk offered Ukraine free access to his satellite internet system Starlink. WATCH | Elon Musk: SpaceX will keep funding Starlink internet service in Ukraine × The main objective of the EU’s satellite program is to maintain secure internet access in crisis situations like cyber attacks and natural disasters. The network will also be able to provide internet access to remote areas and remove dark zones in Europe, the Arctic region and Africa. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>A US federal court on Friday sentenced Elizabeth Holmes former CEO of Theranos, a blood-testing startup,&nbsp;to 11 years and three months in prison after finding her guilty of defrauding investors through her company.&nbsp;A federal judge on Friday sentenced Holmes&nbsp;on three counts of investor fraud and one count of conspiracy&nbsp;in her now-defunct blood-testing startup that was once valued at $9 billion.<br />
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US District Judge Edward Davila announcing the sentencing said the case was "troubling on so many levels," and that Holmes' hubris and lies led to the company's downfall.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This is a fraud case where an exciting venture went forward with great expectations only to be dashed by untruths, misrepresentations, plain hubris and lies," said Judge Davila.</p>

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<p>Before the judge handed the sentencing, Holmes addressed the court and said she was 'ashamed' of failing those around her.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Looking back, there are so many things I would do differently if I had the chance. I regret my failings with every cell of my body," said Holmes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I have felt deep shame for what people went through because I failed them," she added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Holmes was convicted on four counts but acquitted on four other counts. The Theranos founder plans to appeal the&nbsp;verdict but the court has set a surrender date of&nbsp;April 27, 2023, for her.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Touted the next 'Steve Jobs', Holmes' fall from grace has been well documented in media and popular culture. In the lead-up to the Friday sentencing, Holmes&nbsp;had pleaded the court to show leniency as her counsel argued that she shouldn't be made a martyr.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"No defendant should be made a martyr to public passion. We ask that the court consider, as it must, the real person, the real company and the complex circumstances surrounding the offense," read the document submitted by her counsel.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/theranos-founder-elizabeth-holmes-seeks-leniency-from-court-ahead-of-november-18-sentencing-533464"><strong>Read more: Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes seeks leniency from court ahead of November 18 sentencing</strong></a></p>

<p>Elizabeth Holmes is the founder and ex-CEO of Theranos, a now-defunct health technology company that soared in valuation after it&nbsp;falsely claimed to have revolutionised blood testing by developing methods that could use surprisingly small volumes of blood, such as from a fingerprick for multiple diagnostic examinations.<br />
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Holmes&nbsp;had a meteoric rise and was on the covers of business magazines that hailed her as the next Steve Jobs. Her deception was persuasive enough to draw in even sophisticated investors like software magnate Larry Ellison, media mogul Rupert Murdoch and the Walton family behind Walmart.<br />
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A US federal court on Friday sentenced Elizabeth Holmes former CEO of Theranos, a blood-testing startup, to 11 years and three months in prison after finding her guilty of defrauding investors through her company.

A US federal court on Friday sentenced Elizabeth Holmes former CEO of Theranos, a blood-testing startup, to 11 years and three months in prison after finding her guilty of defrauding investors through her company. A federal judge on Friday sentenced Holmes on three counts of investor fraud and one count of conspiracy in her now-defunct blood-testing startup that was once valued at $9 billion. US District Judge Edward Davila announcing the sentencing said the case was "troubling on so many levels," and that Holmes' hubris and lies led to the company's downfall. "This is a fraud case where an exciting venture went forward with great expectations only to be dashed by untruths, misrepresentations, plain hubris and lies," said Judge Davila. WATCH | Gravitas: This Entrepreneur made billions from an invention that didn't exist × Before the judge handed the sentencing, Holmes addressed the court and said she was 'ashamed' of failing those around her. "Looking back, there are so many things I would do differently if I had the chance. I regret my failings with every cell of my body," said Holmes. "I have felt deep shame for what people went through because I failed them," she added. Holmes was convicted on four counts but acquitted on four other counts. The Theranos founder plans to appeal the verdict but the court has set a surrender date of April 27, 2023, for her. Touted the next 'Steve Jobs', Holmes' fall from grace has been well documented in media and popular culture. In the lead-up to the Friday sentencing, Holmes had pleaded the court to show leniency as her counsel argued that she shouldn't be made a martyr. "No defendant should be made a martyr to public passion. We ask that the court consider, as it must, the real person, the real company and the complex circumstances surrounding the offense," read the document submitted by her counsel. Read more: Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes seeks leniency from court ahead of November 18 sentencing Elizabeth Holmes is the founder and ex-CEO of Theranos, a now-defunct health technology company that soared in valuation after it falsely claimed to have revolutionised blood testing by developing methods that could use surprisingly small volumes of blood, such as from a fingerprick for multiple diagnostic examinations. Holmes had a meteoric rise and was on the covers of business magazines that hailed her as the next Steve Jobs. Her deception was persuasive enough to draw in even sophisticated investors like software magnate Larry Ellison, media mogul Rupert Murdoch and the Walton family behind Walmart. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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<p>A day after launching an intercontinental ballistic missile that landed in Japan's exclusive economic zone (EEZ), North Korean leader Kim Jong-un said his country will respond to continued threats by using nuclear weapons. On the same day, images of Kim with his young daughter in public for the first time were released, confirming the long-drawn rumours of her existence.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Kim Jong-un solemnly declared that if the enemies continue to pose threats...our party and government will resolutely react to nukes with nuclear weapons and to total confrontation with all-out confrontation,” reported state media Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) before adding that&nbsp;Kim attended the missile launch on Thursday alongside his daughter and wife.</p>

<p>The North Korean leader was responding to USA and Japan after the two allies held joint military drills over the Sea of Japan on Friday. According to KCNA, Kim slammed the drills by calling them "aggression war drills".</p>

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<p><strong>Japanese defence ministry makes the announcement</strong></p>

<p>A day earlier, the Japanese defence ministry announced that Tokyo and Washington were holding a military drill in the region.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Japan Self-Defence Forces and US armed forces conducted a bilateral exercise... amid an increasingly severe security environment surrounding Japan," read the official statement.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The statement added that the drill was a reaction to "North Korea's ICBM-class ballistic missile launch that landed within the Japanese Exclusive Economic Zone in the Sea of Japan."</p>

<p>The ministry added that ICBM launched was one of the longest-range weapons in North Korea's arsenal and according to reports, it is capable of carrying nuclear warheads as far as the coastal regions of the US.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-fires-unidentified-ballistic-missile-says-south-534897" target="_blank"><strong>Read more: North Korea fires ‘unidentified ballistic missile’, says South Korea</strong></a></p>

<p>North Korea has taken a rather aggressive stance in the last few months by launching a flurry of missiles in the region. In September, Kim declared North Korea an&nbsp;"irreversible" nuclear state, putting the major powers across the globe on their toes.&nbsp;</p>

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A day after launching an intercontinental ballistic missile that landed in Japan's exclusive economic zone (EEZ), North Korean leader Kim Jong-un said his country will respond to continued threats by using nuclear weapons.

A day after launching an intercontinental ballistic missile that landed in Japan's exclusive economic zone (EEZ), North Korean leader Kim Jong-un said his country will respond to continued threats by using nuclear weapons. On the same day, images of Kim with his young daughter in public for the first time were released, confirming the long-drawn rumours of her existence. “Kim Jong-un solemnly declared that if the enemies continue to pose threats...our party and government will resolutely react to nukes with nuclear weapons and to total confrontation with all-out confrontation,” reported state media Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) before adding that Kim attended the missile launch on Thursday alongside his daughter and wife. The North Korean leader was responding to USA and Japan after the two allies held joint military drills over the Sea of Japan on Friday. According to KCNA, Kim slammed the drills by calling them "aggression war drills". WATCH | North Korea missile launch: US, Allies hold emergency meet × Japanese defence ministry makes the announcement A day earlier, the Japanese defence ministry announced that Tokyo and Washington were holding a military drill in the region. "Japan Self-Defence Forces and US armed forces conducted a bilateral exercise... amid an increasingly severe security environment surrounding Japan," read the official statement. Read more: Japan, United States hold military drills right after North Korea's ICBM launch The statement added that the drill was a reaction to "North Korea's ICBM-class ballistic missile launch that landed within the Japanese Exclusive Economic Zone in the Sea of Japan." The ministry added that ICBM launched was one of the longest-range weapons in North Korea's arsenal and according to reports, it is capable of carrying nuclear warheads as far as the coastal regions of the US. Read more: North Korea fires ‘unidentified ballistic missile’, says South Korea North Korea has taken a rather aggressive stance in the last few months by launching a flurry of missiles in the region. In September, Kim declared North Korea an "irreversible" nuclear state, putting the major powers across the globe on their toes. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un threatens nuclear attack, makes rare appearance with daughter

<p>Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has found himself in soup after deleting a tweet where he falsely stated that the Iranian regime had sentenced 15,000 protesters to death.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Reportedly, the inaccurate tweet was shared by Trudeau's official Twitter account and remained live for more than 12 hours before being deleted.</p>

<p>The claim that Iran's regime sentenced 15,000 people to death has been swirling across social media platforms for some days and Trudeau became one of the major personalities to fall for it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Prime Minister's Office released a statement confirming that the tweet was deleted based on “initial reporting” that “lacked necessary context", stopping short of apologising for the gaffe.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“It [the tweet]&nbsp;was based on reporting of serious concerns raised by international human rights advocates warning of possible future sentences, including the death penalty, imposed on thousands of Iranian protesters who have already been detained by the regime,” said a government spokesperson.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the now-deleted tweet, Trudeau said, “Canada denounces the Iranian regime’s barbaric decision to impose the death penalty on nearly 15,000 protestors,” Trudeau’s now-deleted tweet read.</p>

<p>“These brave Iranians were fighting for their human rights – and we continue to stand united in support of them, and united against the regime’s heinous actions," he added.</p>

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<p>Not only Trudeau, but Hollywood celebrities such as Sophie Turner and Viola Davis have also&nbsp;shared and amplified the false news. However, the claim that 15,000 have&nbsp;been sentenced to death is objectively false as there is no evidence backing it up.&nbsp;</p>

<p>An Iranian court on Monday, however,&nbsp;issued the first death sentence linked to recent protests. Reportedly, the protester was&nbsp;convicted of “enmity against God” and “spreading corruption on Earth".&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Even then, according to state media, the ruling is preliminary and the unnamed person has the right to appeal it in higher courts.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As reported by WION, Trudeau has actively campaigned against the Iranian government ever since the death of 22-year-old Kurdish woman Mahsa Amini started a nationwide protest.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Last month, Trudeau marched alongside demonstrators in the Canadian capital of Ottawa and protested against the Iranian regime.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We will stand with you. I'll march with you, I will hold hands with you. We will continue to stand with this beautiful community," Trudeau said, before ending his speech by shouting Persian slogans, his fist raised.</p>

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<p>The Canadian government has also sanctioned senior Iranian officials multiple times over the past month as a result of the regime's "gross and systematic human rights violations".&nbsp;</p>

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has found himself in soup after deleting a tweet where he falsely stated that the Iranian regime had sentenced 15,000 protesters to death.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has found himself in soup after deleting a tweet where he falsely stated that the Iranian regime had sentenced 15,000 protesters to death. Reportedly, the inaccurate tweet was shared by Trudeau's official Twitter account and remained live for more than 12 hours before being deleted. The claim that Iran's regime sentenced 15,000 people to death has been swirling across social media platforms for some days and Trudeau became one of the major personalities to fall for it. The Prime Minister's Office released a statement confirming that the tweet was deleted based on “initial reporting” that “lacked necessary context", stopping short of apologising for the gaffe. “It [the tweet] was based on reporting of serious concerns raised by international human rights advocates warning of possible future sentences, including the death penalty, imposed on thousands of Iranian protesters who have already been detained by the regime,” said a government spokesperson. In the now-deleted tweet, Trudeau said, “Canada denounces the Iranian regime’s barbaric decision to impose the death penalty on nearly 15,000 protestors,” Trudeau’s now-deleted tweet read. “These brave Iranians were fighting for their human rights – and we continue to stand united in support of them, and united against the regime’s heinous actions," he added. Not only Trudeau, but Hollywood celebrities such as Sophie Turner and Viola Davis have also shared and amplified the false news. However, the claim that 15,000 have been sentenced to death is objectively false as there is no evidence backing it up. An Iranian court on Monday, however, issued the first death sentence linked to recent protests. Reportedly, the protester was convicted of “enmity against God” and “spreading corruption on Earth". WATCH | Court in Iran issues first death sentence amid anti-hijab protests × Even then, according to state media, the ruling is preliminary and the unnamed person has the right to appeal it in higher courts. As reported by WION, Trudeau has actively campaigned against the Iranian government ever since the death of 22-year-old Kurdish woman Mahsa Amini started a nationwide protest. Last month, Trudeau marched alongside demonstrators in the Canadian capital of Ottawa and protested against the Iranian regime. "We will stand with you. I'll march with you, I will hold hands with you. We will continue to stand with this beautiful community," Trudeau said, before ending his speech by shouting Persian slogans, his fist raised. Read more: Trudeau marched with protesters in Ottawa to show solidarity with Iran protests The Canadian government has also sanctioned senior Iranian officials multiple times over the past month as a result of the regime's "gross and systematic human rights violations". (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Canadian PM Trudeau deletes tweet falsely claiming Iran sentenced 15,000 to death

<p>The India-China border standoff has been ongoing for more than two years. In an attempt to keep up with the enemy and remain prepared for any eventuality at any time, the Indian Army has come up with a major infrastructure build-up plan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Reportedly, the Indian Army will be constructing modular, 3D-printed next-generation bunkers to provide additional protection to the troops in the Ladakh sector of the country, along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).</p>

<p>According to reports, the structure will be strong enough to withstand a&nbsp;direct hit from a T-90 tank from mere 100 metres. The officials associated with the matter added that bunkers have undergone extensive trials in the western sector (Rajasthan) and eastern Ladakh.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-china-border-standoff-what-comes-next-troops-pulled-back-from-a-major-flashpoint-514322"><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;India-China border standoff: What comes next | Troops pulled back from a major flashpoint</strong></a></p>

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<p>The main purpose of using 3D printing technology is to minimise the cost as well as time associated with constructing a conventional bunker. According to army officials, a single bunker can be printed in a matter of hours.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Additionally, the ergonomic nature of the bunker will allow it to be easily moved by two soldiers as the heaviest component in the structure only weigh 40 kilogrammes.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The army terms these 3D-printed modern bunkers as permanent defences which will come into operation next year. 20-odd bunkers have been developed already and the Army will be printing hundred in the coming months, based on the requirement.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The project will be implemented by the Corps of Engineers. The US Army has been using these structures for some years now.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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The India-China border standoff has been ongoing for more than two years. In an attempt to keep up with the enemy and remain prepared for any eventuality at any time, the Indian Army has come up with a major infrastructure build-up plan.

The India-China border standoff has been ongoing for more than two years. In an attempt to keep up with the enemy and remain prepared for any eventuality at any time, the Indian Army has come up with a major infrastructure build-up plan. Reportedly, the Indian Army will be constructing modular, 3D-printed next-generation bunkers to provide additional protection to the troops in the Ladakh sector of the country, along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). According to reports, the structure will be strong enough to withstand a direct hit from a T-90 tank from mere 100 metres. The officials associated with the matter added that bunkers have undergone extensive trials in the western sector (Rajasthan) and eastern Ladakh. WATCH | India-China border standoff: What comes next | Troops pulled back from a major flashpoint × The main purpose of using 3D printing technology is to minimise the cost as well as time associated with constructing a conventional bunker. According to army officials, a single bunker can be printed in a matter of hours. Additionally, the ergonomic nature of the bunker will allow it to be easily moved by two soldiers as the heaviest component in the structure only weigh 40 kilogrammes. The army terms these 3D-printed modern bunkers as permanent defences which will come into operation next year. 20-odd bunkers have been developed already and the Army will be printing hundred in the coming months, based on the requirement. Read more: 60 years of India-China war: It won’t be a cakewalk for the aggressor again The project will be implemented by the Corps of Engineers. The US Army has been using these structures for some years now. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Indian Army to construct 3D-printed bunkers at LAC amid border standoff with China

<p>Two protesters were shot dead by Iranian security forces&nbsp;on Tuesday, as the nationwide protests in the aftermath of the death of 22-year-old Kurdish woman Mahsa Amini reached a new peak.&nbsp;According to a&nbsp;rights group based in Norway named Hengaw, the incident took place when protesters gathered to commemorate those killed during the bloody 2019 crackdown.</p>

<p>It was the third anniversary of Bloody Aban, also called Bloody November when an overnight fuel price hike led to street violence and a total breakdown of the civil order that lasted for days.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The government forces have directly opened fire in most of the cities where uprisings have taken place, such as Sanandaj, Kamyaran and Kermanshah," the group was quoted as saying by AFP.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Two people have been killed by direct fire from government forces in Sanandaj and Kamyaran," it added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The city of Sanandaj remained the focal point of the protests with demonstrators burning tyres on the street and chanting anti-government slogans.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Notably, the death of the two protesters comes a day after an Iranian court&nbsp;issued the first death sentence linked to recent protests. Reportedly, the protester was&nbsp;convicted of “enmity against God” and “spreading corruption on Earth".&nbsp;</p>

<p>As reported by WION, since the beginning of the month, the Iranian forces have taken a rather violent and cruel approach towards the protesters.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iranian-security-forces-target-university-campuses-to-cull-protests-531395"><strong>Read more:&nbsp;Iranian security forces target university campuses, arrest students to quell protests</strong></a></p>

<p>The authorities launched a series of attacks on university students at campuses across the country.&nbsp;According to the Students Union of Iran, the attacks have intensified and more than 40 university students have been arrested so far.</p>

<p>The Iranian regime has already announced that over 1,000 people will face public trials in the capital city of Tehran for their alleged involvement in the nationwide protests.</p>

<p>The UN Human Rights Office&nbsp;and other humanitary organisations have called on Iran to stop its heavy-handedness and address the concerns of the protesters.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Two protesters were shot dead by Iranian security forces on Tuesday, as the nationwide protests in the aftermath of the death of 22-year-old Kurdish woman Mahsa Amini reached a new peak.

Two protesters were shot dead by Iranian security forces on Tuesday, as the nationwide protests in the aftermath of the death of 22-year-old Kurdish woman Mahsa Amini reached a new peak. According to a rights group based in Norway named Hengaw, the incident took place when protesters gathered to commemorate those killed during the bloody 2019 crackdown. It was the third anniversary of Bloody Aban, also called Bloody November when an overnight fuel price hike led to street violence and a total breakdown of the civil order that lasted for days. "The government forces have directly opened fire in most of the cities where uprisings have taken place, such as Sanandaj, Kamyaran and Kermanshah," the group was quoted as saying by AFP. "Two people have been killed by direct fire from government forces in Sanandaj and Kamyaran," it added. WATCH | Court in Iran issues first death sentence amid anti-hijab protests × The city of Sanandaj remained the focal point of the protests with demonstrators burning tyres on the street and chanting anti-government slogans. Notably, the death of the two protesters comes a day after an Iranian court issued the first death sentence linked to recent protests. Reportedly, the protester was convicted of “enmity against God” and “spreading corruption on Earth". As reported by WION, since the beginning of the month, the Iranian forces have taken a rather violent and cruel approach towards the protesters. Read more: Iranian security forces target university campuses, arrest students to quell protests The authorities launched a series of attacks on university students at campuses across the country. According to the Students Union of Iran, the attacks have intensified and more than 40 university students have been arrested so far. The Iranian regime has already announced that over 1,000 people will face public trials in the capital city of Tehran for their alleged involvement in the nationwide protests. The UN Human Rights Office and other humanitary organisations have called on Iran to stop its heavy-handedness and address the concerns of the protesters. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Two protesters killed by Iranian forces on the anniversary of bloody 2019 crackdown

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