According to a new Russian naval strategy that President Vladimir Putin signed on Sunday, the American desire to rule the oceans and NATO's growth pose the greatest threats to Russia. According to the 55-page report, NATO's military buildup near Russia's borders and Washington's "strategic objective to dominate the world's oceans" pose threat to national security and prosperity.

"Russia's independent internal and external policy faces counter-measures from the United States and its allies, who aim to preserve their dominance in the world, including its oceans," said the doctrine, signed on Russian Navy Day, as reported by AFP.

Moscow is using Ukraine’s membership of the Western military alliance — the Soviet Union's adversary during the Cold War — as a justification for its special military operations launched on February 24. 
 
According to the doctrine, Moscow will work to increase its competitive edge in the exploration of the Arctic and its natural resources and to uphold "strategic stability," which will increase the effectiveness of its Pacific and northern fleets.

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It also referenced Russia's intention to create the Northeast Passage, a "safe and competitive" sea route that runs along the Arctic coastline and connects Europe and Asia all year long. The doctrine continued, "Today's Russia cannot exist without a strong fleet... and will defend its interests in the world's oceans firmly and with resolution."

(with inputs from agencies)

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According to a new Russian naval strategy that President Vladimir Putin signed on Sunday, the American desire to rule the oceans and NATO's growth pose the greatest threats to Russia.

According to a new Russian naval strategy that President Vladimir Putin signed on Sunday, the American desire to rule the oceans and NATO's growth pose the greatest threats to Russia. According to the 55-page report, NATO's military buildup near Russia's borders and Washington's "strategic objective to dominate the world's oceans" pose threat to national security and prosperity. "Russia's independent internal and external policy faces counter-measures from the United States and its allies, who aim to preserve their dominance in the world, including its oceans," said the doctrine, signed on Russian Navy Day, as reported by AFP. Moscow is using Ukraine’s membership of the Western military alliance — the Soviet Union's adversary during the Cold War — as a justification for its special military operations launched on February 24. According to the doctrine, Moscow will work to increase its competitive edge in the exploration of the Arctic and its natural resources and to uphold "strategic stability," which will increase the effectiveness of its Pacific and northern fleets. Also Read: How ‘wickedest city on earth’ was submerged by nature's wrath It also referenced Russia's intention to create the Northeast Passage, a "safe and competitive" sea route that runs along the Arctic coastline and connects Europe and Asia all year long. The doctrine continued, "Today's Russia cannot exist without a strong fleet... and will defend its interests in the world's oceans firmly and with resolution." (with inputs from agencies)

Putin signs Russian naval doctrine, says US, NATO ‘main threats’ to national security

Khalil Mansour must stand in line for hours every day to buy food for his family in bankrupt Lebanon, and some days he is unable to do so. Prior to the financial crisis in 2019, Lebanon had the moniker "Switzerland of the Middle East" for its flourishing banking industry, therefore the ongoing shortage of the food staple has been difficult to bear. 2020 saw Lebanon's sovereign debt default, and since then, the currency has lost about 90 per cent&nbsp;of its value on the illegal market.

The financial crisis has been dubbed one of the worst since the 19th century by the World Bank, and the United Nations currently estimates that four out of every five Lebanese are living below the poverty line. The struggling government has been obliged to withdraw subsidies on the majority of necessities, but not yet on wheat, in response to demands from international creditors for painful reforms in exchange for the release of additional aid. Although less than it would have been without the subsidy, the cost of subsidised bread has increased, and bakers have begun rationing the essential.

Industry statistics show that war-torn Ukraine is the source of 80 per cent&nbsp;of Lebanon's wheat imports. However, a fatal blast at Beirut port in August 2020 seriously damaged the nation's primary grain silos, drastically reducing the country's ability to stockpile wheat.

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Currently, as reported by AFP,&nbsp;a package of flat Arabic bread that resembles pitas costs 13,000 Lebanese pounds (43 US cents). It costs over 30,000 on the grey market. Mansour and the majority of Lebanese must wait hours in line outside bakeries to buy bread, and occasionally by the time their turn comes, the bakeries are out of bread. The majority of bakeries only allow one or two bags of bread per customer, and each bag contains six flatbreads. Subsidized bread is sometimes purchased in bulk by dishonest sellers who then resell it on the black market.

(with inputs from agencies) 
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Khalil Mansour must stand in line for hours every day to buy food for his family in bankrupt Lebanon, and some days he is unable to do so. Prior to the financial crisis in 2019, Lebanon had the moniker "Switzerland of the Middle East" for its flourishing banking industry, therefore the ongoing shortage of the food staple has been difficult to bear.

Khalil Mansour must stand in line for hours every day to buy food for his family in bankrupt Lebanon, and some days he is unable to do so. Prior to the financial crisis in 2019, Lebanon had the moniker "Switzerland of the Middle East" for its flourishing banking industry, therefore the ongoing shortage of the food staple has been difficult to bear. 2020 saw Lebanon's sovereign debt default, and since then, the currency has lost about 90 per cent of its value on the illegal market. The financial crisis has been dubbed one of the worst since the 19th century by the World Bank, and the United Nations currently estimates that four out of every five Lebanese are living below the poverty line. The struggling government has been obliged to withdraw subsidies on the majority of necessities, but not yet on wheat, in response to demands from international creditors for painful reforms in exchange for the release of additional aid. Although less than it would have been without the subsidy, the cost of subsidised bread has increased, and bakers have begun rationing the essential. Industry statistics show that war-torn Ukraine is the source of 80 per cent of Lebanon's wheat imports. However, a fatal blast at Beirut port in August 2020 seriously damaged the nation's primary grain silos, drastically reducing the country's ability to stockpile wheat. Also Read: Spain’s LGBT community abstaining from sexual activity to keep monkeypox at bay Currently, as reported by AFP, a package of flat Arabic bread that resembles pitas costs 13,000 Lebanese pounds (43 US cents). It costs over 30,000 on the grey market. Mansour and the majority of Lebanese must wait hours in line outside bakeries to buy bread, and occasionally by the time their turn comes, the bakeries are out of bread. The majority of bakeries only allow one or two bags of bread per customer, and each bag contains six flatbreads. Subsidized bread is sometimes purchased in bulk by dishonest sellers who then resell it on the black market. (with inputs from agencies)

Lebanon: People queue up to buy bread, six breads sell for $20 on black market

The LGBT community in Spain is fighting the monkeypox virus head-on and is doing so by abstaining from sexual activity, avoiding nightclubs, restricting their number of partners, and advocating for quick vaccine distribution. Antonio, a 35-year-old man from Madrid who would not provide his last name, said, “With this monkey thing, I prefer to be careful... I don't have sex anymore, I don't go to parties anymore, and that's until I'm vaccinated and have some immunity.”

As the number of incidents grew, Antonio, who frequently attended nightclubs and occasionally sex parties, made the decision to take action. Spain reported its second monkeypox-related death on Saturday. The only other comparable death outside of Africa occurred in Brazil. Since the beginning of May, more than 18,000 cases have been discovered worldwide outside of Africa, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).

Spain is one of the worst-affected nations. The emergency and alert coordination centre for the nation's health ministry estimated that 4,298 persons were affected. 
 
The WHO has urged males who have intercourse with other men, the group now most afflicted by the virus, to limit their sexual partners as cases spread throughout the globe. One traveller promised to stay away from "risky circumstances" before his international vacation.

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He feels that not enough has been done by the authorities. NGOs have criticised lack of vaccinations&nbsp;and prophylactic measures, and stigmatisation associated with the illness. This is true even though the WHO has deemed the outbreak of monkeypox a global health emergency. A high fever, swollen lymph nodes, and rashes resembling chicken pox are among the early warning signs of the infection. Usually taking two to three weeks, the illness will go away on its own.

(with inputs from agencies)

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The LGBT community in Spain is fighting the monkeypox virus head-on and is doing so by abstaining from sexual activity, avoiding nightclubs, restricting their number of partners, and advocating for quick vaccine distribution.

The LGBT community in Spain is fighting the monkeypox virus head-on and is doing so by abstaining from sexual activity, avoiding nightclubs, restricting their number of partners, and advocating for quick vaccine distribution. Antonio, a 35-year-old man from Madrid who would not provide his last name, said, “With this monkey thing, I prefer to be careful... I don't have sex anymore, I don't go to parties anymore, and that's until I'm vaccinated and have some immunity.” As the number of incidents grew, Antonio, who frequently attended nightclubs and occasionally sex parties, made the decision to take action. Spain reported its second monkeypox-related death on Saturday. The only other comparable death outside of Africa occurred in Brazil. Since the beginning of May, more than 18,000 cases have been discovered worldwide outside of Africa, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Spain is one of the worst-affected nations. The emergency and alert coordination centre for the nation's health ministry estimated that 4,298 persons were affected. The WHO has urged males who have intercourse with other men, the group now most afflicted by the virus, to limit their sexual partners as cases spread throughout the globe. One traveller promised to stay away from "risky circumstances" before his international vacation. Also Read: How ‘wickedest city on earth’ was submerged by nature's wrath He feels that not enough has been done by the authorities. NGOs have criticised lack of vaccinations and prophylactic measures, and stigmatisation associated with the illness. This is true even though the WHO has deemed the outbreak of monkeypox a global health emergency. A high fever, swollen lymph nodes, and rashes resembling chicken pox are among the early warning signs of the infection. Usually taking two to three weeks, the illness will go away on its own. (with inputs from agencies)

Spain’s LGBT community abstaining from sexual activity to keep monkeypox at bay

Ben Wallace, the UK defence secretary, has said that he supports Liz Truss in the campaign for the Tory party leadership because she understands the importance of “funded properly” for the “threats we face every day”.&nbsp;Ben Wallace informed Sky News that he had made the decision to support Truss at the outset of the election after deciding to “stand back” and observe their performances during hustings events.

As reported by The Guardian, Wallace said, “I am the Secretary of State for Defence, I want to find a candidate that’s going to do right by the department and recognise that the threats we face every day are very real and are growing and that they need to be funded properly. We can’t just sort of be pretending they will go away by themselves. So you know, I looked at their performances.”

“I looked at them on the hustings, but I also know them both. I’ve been in Cabinet for two years with both the Chancellor and indeed Liz Truss. And so, you know, it was important for me to work out who was the right person to take us forward. So, you know, I know Liz, she’s very straight. She’s authentic, what you see is what you get, but also she has been very consistent in her support for defence and security. She reads the same intelligence reports I do. I felt it was the right person to back,”&nbsp;he added.

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British Conservative candidates Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss, who are engaged in a contentious race to succeed Prime Minister Boris Johnson, had their first grilling in front of party members on Thursday. The first of 12 nationwide meetings to elect a new leader after a cabinet revolt forced scandal-plagued Johnson to resign was the hustings in Leeds, northern England. The outcome will be announced on September 5, and Truss has consolidated a commanding lead among Conservative members after promising quick tax cuts in response to Britain’s declining living standards.

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Ben Wallace, the UK defence secretary, has said that he supports Liz Truss in the campaign for the Tory party leadership because she understands the importance of “funded properly” for the “threats we face every day”.

Ben Wallace, the UK defence secretary, has said that he supports Liz Truss in the campaign for the Tory party leadership because she understands the importance of “funded properly” for the “threats we face every day”. Ben Wallace informed Sky News that he had made the decision to support Truss at the outset of the election after deciding to “stand back” and observe their performances during hustings events. As reported by The Guardian, Wallace said, “I am the Secretary of State for Defence, I want to find a candidate that’s going to do right by the department and recognise that the threats we face every day are very real and are growing and that they need to be funded properly. We can’t just sort of be pretending they will go away by themselves. So you know, I looked at their performances.” “I looked at them on the hustings, but I also know them both. I’ve been in Cabinet for two years with both the Chancellor and indeed Liz Truss. And so, you know, it was important for me to work out who was the right person to take us forward. So, you know, I know Liz, she’s very straight. She’s authentic, what you see is what you get, but also she has been very consistent in her support for defence and security. She reads the same intelligence reports I do. I felt it was the right person to back,” he added. Also Read: Basilica Cistern: After a five-year makeover, stunning ancient water underworld reopens in Istanbul British Conservative candidates Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss, who are engaged in a contentious race to succeed Prime Minister Boris Johnson, had their first grilling in front of party members on Thursday. The first of 12 nationwide meetings to elect a new leader after a cabinet revolt forced scandal-plagued Johnson to resign was the hustings in Leeds, northern England. The outcome will be announced on September 5, and Truss has consolidated a commanding lead among Conservative members after promising quick tax cuts in response to Britain’s declining living standards. (with inputs from agencies)

Truss is 'authentic', understands 'threats' UK is facing, says Wallace on backing her

Concerns concerning sexual behaviour have arisen since the World Health Organization proclaimed monkeypox a worldwide health emergency. This is because the virus can transmit by any type of close contact, including kissing, caressing, oral, penetrative vaginal, or anal intercourse with a person who has the infection. According to the WHO, rashes, body fluids (pus, or blood from skin lesions), and scabs are extremely contagious. Because the virus can be transmitted by saliva, ulcers, lesions, or sores may also be contagious. Contact with items like eating utensils or items like clothing, bedding, or towels that have been in contact with the infected individual could also be a cause of infection.

There were worries about whether the physically transmitted disease could disrupt sexual lives given that the virus is transmitted through personal contact. While they are experiencing symptoms, those who have the condition are infectious (usually within the first two to four weeks). It is unclear whether or not asymptomatic individuals can spread the illness.

According to Dr Dhiren Gupta, Senior Consultant and Intensivist at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, sexual contact increases the spread of monkeypox. The genitalia (penis, testicles, labia, and vagina) or anus (butthole) of a person with monkeypox may be touched during intimate contact, including oral, anal, and vaginal sex. According to Dr Gupta, prolonged face-to-face contact, kissing, hugging, and massages can all result in the virus being contracted.

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Additionally, a person can get the illness via touching bedding, towels, and sex toys that have been used by a person who has monkeypox and have&nbsp;not been cleaned. Your risk of contracting monkeypox may increase if you engage in frequent or anonymous intercourse. According to the expert, limiting your sex partners may lessen your risk of exposure. Science is attempting to comprehend whether the virus might be present in body fluids such as vaginal or semen.&nbsp;

Monkeypox spreads by close intimate contact during sex, according to Dr Manoj Sharma of Fortis Hospital Vasant Kunj, Director, Senior Consultant Internal Medicine. It can be transmitted by anal, vaginal, and oral sex as well as by touching the infected person's genitalia.

Would using a condom help?

“It can spread by hugging, kissing or coming in contact with bedding, clothes or objects used by an infected person so barrier methods like using a condom may not be effective,” Dr Sharma added.

As reported by ANI, Dr Deepali Bhardwaj, Senior Dermatologist said, “Monkeypox can spread by sex, the touch of all sorts hence strict isolation is the key. It’s time to be cautious again and more hygienic of course. It’s the duty of us citizens to ensure that the system collapse and a similar situation doesn’t arise. Strict mask, hand hygiene, social distancing must be maintained and in early symptoms reach out to a doctor as soon as possible should be done besides enhancing immunity in general.”

How can stigma related to same-sex behaviour during the outbreak be avoided?

The WHO has made it clear that messages stigmatising particular categories of individuals in relation to this outbreak are inappropriate. Regardless of who they are, what they do, who they choose to have sex with, or any other circumstance, everyone who has close physical contact of any type with someone who has monkeypox is in danger. The WHO emphasises that it is forbidden to stigmatise anyone due to an illness. Anyone who has contracted the disease or is providing care for someone who is ill should receive assistance; stigma will probably just make matters worse and impede attempts to stop the outbreak.

The rashes can also resemble several sexually transmitted diseases, such as herpes and syphilis, according to a WHO report. This may help to explain why a number of the cases in the current outbreak have been found in males visiting sexual health clinics for treatment. Guys who have intercourse with other men or those who are sexually active are not the only ones at risk of contracting the disease. Anyone at risk is someone who comes into close physical touch with a contagious person.

(with inputs from agencies)

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Concerns concerning sexual behaviour have arisen since the World Health Organization proclaimed monkeypox a worldwide health emergency. This is because the virus can transmit by any type of close contact, including kissing, caressing, oral, penetrative vaginal, or anal intercourse with a person who has the infection.

Concerns concerning sexual behaviour have arisen since the World Health Organization proclaimed monkeypox a worldwide health emergency. This is because the virus can transmit by any type of close contact, including kissing, caressing, oral, penetrative vaginal, or anal intercourse with a person who has the infection. According to the WHO, rashes, body fluids (pus, or blood from skin lesions), and scabs are extremely contagious. Because the virus can be transmitted by saliva, ulcers, lesions, or sores may also be contagious. Contact with items like eating utensils or items like clothing, bedding, or towels that have been in contact with the infected individual could also be a cause of infection. There were worries about whether the physically transmitted disease could disrupt sexual lives given that the virus is transmitted through personal contact. While they are experiencing symptoms, those who have the condition are infectious (usually within the first two to four weeks). It is unclear whether or not asymptomatic individuals can spread the illness. According to Dr Dhiren Gupta, Senior Consultant and Intensivist at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital, sexual contact increases the spread of monkeypox. The genitalia (penis, testicles, labia, and vagina) or anus (butthole) of a person with monkeypox may be touched during intimate contact, including oral, anal, and vaginal sex. According to Dr Gupta, prolonged face-to-face contact, kissing, hugging, and massages can all result in the virus being contracted. Also Read: Russia committed 'petrifying war crime' by attacking POW jail, tweets Ukraine FM Additionally, a person can get the illness via touching bedding, towels, and sex toys that have been used by a person who has monkeypox and have not been cleaned. Your risk of contracting monkeypox may increase if you engage in frequent or anonymous intercourse. According to the expert, limiting your sex partners may lessen your risk of exposure. Science is attempting to comprehend whether the virus might be present in body fluids such as vaginal or semen. Monkeypox spreads by close intimate contact during sex, according to Dr Manoj Sharma of Fortis Hospital Vasant Kunj, Director, Senior Consultant Internal Medicine. It can be transmitted by anal, vaginal, and oral sex as well as by touching the infected person's genitalia. Would using a condom help? “It can spread by hugging, kissing or coming in contact with bedding, clothes or objects used by an infected person so barrier methods like using a condom may not be effective,” Dr Sharma added. As reported by ANI, Dr Deepali Bhardwaj, Senior Dermatologist said, “Monkeypox can spread by sex, the touch of all sorts hence strict isolation is the key. It’s time to be cautious again and more hygienic of course. It’s the duty of us citizens to ensure that the system collapse and a similar situation doesn’t arise. Strict mask, hand hygiene, social distancing must be maintained and in early symptoms reach out to a doctor as soon as possible should be done besides enhancing immunity in general.” How can stigma related to same-sex behaviour during the outbreak be avoided? The WHO has made it clear that messages stigmatising particular categories of individuals in relation to this outbreak are inappropriate. Regardless of who they are, what they do, who they choose to have sex with, or any other circumstance, everyone who has close physical contact of any type with someone who has monkeypox is in danger. The WHO emphasises that it is forbidden to stigmatise anyone due to an illness. Anyone who has contracted the disease or is providing care for someone who is ill should receive assistance; stigma will probably just make matters worse and impede attempts to stop the outbreak. The rashes can also resemble several sexually transmitted diseases, such as herpes and syphilis, according to a WHO report. This may help to explain why a number of the cases in the current outbreak have been found in males visiting sexual health clinics for treatment. Guys who have intercourse with other men or those who are sexually active are not the only ones at risk of contracting the disease. Anyone at risk is someone who comes into close physical touch with a contagious person. (with inputs from agencies)

Can Monkeypox spread through sex? Would using a condom help? Experts disclose

Chinese military exercise is set to start on Saturday amid simmering tensions over Taiwan. China considers Taiwan as a breakaway province which it has vowed to seize by force if necessary. In another, Zardari&nbsp;&nbsp;was speaking to WION’s Anas Mallick in Tashkent after the conclusion of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Foreign Ministers Meeting. When asked about engagement with India, the Pakistani foreign minister said that “India is our neighbour, unfortunately, you can not change your neighbour. You can choose a lot of other things in life but not your neighbour.”

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A Syrian-flagged ship that had moored at a port in the north with a cargo of Ukrainian grain on board that Kyiv‘s embassy in Beirut claimed was “illegal” was seized on Saturday by a Lebanese prosecutor. According to a judicial official, prosecutor Ghassan Oueidat ordered police to look into the Laodicea, which docked in Tripoli earlier this week.

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Weightlifter Sanket Sargar brought an end to the wait for India's first medal at the ongoing Commonwealth Games 202 on Saturday (July 30) as he went on to bag a silver medal in the men's 55kg category. Sargar opened India's medal tally at the Birmingham Games by lifting a total of 248 kg in the final.

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Chinese military exercise is set to start on Saturday amid simmering tensions over Taiwan. China considers Taiwan as a breakaway province which it has vowed to seize by force if necessary.

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In a newspaper interview, the head of the Swiss organisation that executes economic sanctions stated that she anticipates the impartial nation will enact any severe measures the European Union launches against China in the event that it invades Taiwan. China has increased its military presence in the region of Taiwan in an effort to exert pressure on the democratically elected administration there to recognise Chinese sovereignty.

The government of Taiwan claims that only the 23 million residents of the island can decide its future and that, despite its desire for peace, it will defend itself if attacked. Marie-Gabrielle Ineichen-Fleisch, director of the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), responded, "I strongly believe that we would adopt such sanctions," in response to a question from the Neue Zuercher Zeitung newspaper.

Ineichen-Fleisch defended Switzerland's track record of supporting EU sanctions against Russian individuals and businesses in response to Moscow's "special military operation" invasion of Ukraine in February. There is increasing pressure on Switzerland, a favourite vacation spot of Moscow's elite and a repository of Russian riches, to more rapidly locate and seize the assets of hundreds of Russians who have been subjected to sanctions.&nbsp;

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Ineichen-Fleisch stated that as of this month, Switzerland had frozen 15 properties and 6.7 billion Swiss francs ($7.04 billion) worth of Russian financial assets.

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In a newspaper interview, the head of the Swiss organisation that executes economic sanctions stated that she anticipates the impartial nation will enact any severe measures the European Union launches against China in the event that it invades Taiwan.

In a newspaper interview, the head of the Swiss organisation that executes economic sanctions stated that she anticipates the impartial nation will enact any severe measures the European Union launches against China in the event that it invades Taiwan. China has increased its military presence in the region of Taiwan in an effort to exert pressure on the democratically elected administration there to recognise Chinese sovereignty. The government of Taiwan claims that only the 23 million residents of the island can decide its future and that, despite its desire for peace, it will defend itself if attacked. Marie-Gabrielle Ineichen-Fleisch, director of the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), responded, "I strongly believe that we would adopt such sanctions," in response to a question from the Neue Zuercher Zeitung newspaper. Ineichen-Fleisch defended Switzerland's track record of supporting EU sanctions against Russian individuals and businesses in response to Moscow's "special military operation" invasion of Ukraine in February. There is increasing pressure on Switzerland, a favourite vacation spot of Moscow's elite and a repository of Russian riches, to more rapidly locate and seize the assets of hundreds of Russians who have been subjected to sanctions. Also Read: Pope refers to abuse of indigenous people in Canada as 'genocide' Ineichen-Fleisch stated that as of this month, Switzerland had frozen 15 properties and 6.7 billion Swiss francs ($7.04 billion) worth of Russian financial assets. (with inputs from agencies)

If China invades Taiwan, Switzerland to impose sanctions similar to European Union

Pope Francis said that he needs to cut down his pace of travel and may even quit as he returned from a six-day trip, calling the decades-long abuse of Indigenous youngsters in Canada "genocide." The 85-year-old pope extended a historic apology to the First Nations, Metis, and Inuit people for what he called the "evil" carried out at Catholic-run residential schools during his "penitential pilgrimage" across Canada this week.

The leader of the 1.3 billion Catholics in the world described the treatment of children who were uprooted from their homes and cultures in order to attend state schools as "genocide" in a statement to the media upon his return home. As he explained to reporters the word "I did describe the genocide. And I asked for forgiveness for this process which was genocide&nbsp;".

He stated, "Taking away children, changing the culture, changing the mentality, changing the traditions, changing a race, let's put it that way, a whole culture." Although most Canadians, from western Alberta to Quebec and the far north, applauded Francis's historic apology, many survivors argued that much more needed to be done to promote peace.

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The pope visited Canada for the 37th time since his election in 2013, although he acknowledged he would have to slow down because of knee issues that required him to spend a large portion of the trip in a wheelchair. Francis has already stated that, if necessary, he could follow his predecessor Benedict XVI, who made history in 2013 by stepping down because of his deteriorating health.

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Pope Francis said that he needs to cut down his pace of travel and may even quit as he returned from a six-day trip, calling the decades-long abuse of Indigenous youngsters in Canada "genocide.

Pope Francis said that he needs to cut down his pace of travel and may even quit as he returned from a six-day trip, calling the decades-long abuse of Indigenous youngsters in Canada "genocide." The 85-year-old pope extended a historic apology to the First Nations, Metis, and Inuit people for what he called the "evil" carried out at Catholic-run residential schools during his "penitential pilgrimage" across Canada this week. The leader of the 1.3 billion Catholics in the world described the treatment of children who were uprooted from their homes and cultures in order to attend state schools as "genocide" in a statement to the media upon his return home. As he explained to reporters the word "I did describe the genocide. And I asked for forgiveness for this process which was genocide ". He stated, "Taking away children, changing the culture, changing the mentality, changing the traditions, changing a race, let's put it that way, a whole culture." Although most Canadians, from western Alberta to Quebec and the far north, applauded Francis's historic apology, many survivors argued that much more needed to be done to promote peace. Also Read: How ‘wickedest city on earth’ was submerged by nature's wrath The pope visited Canada for the 37th time since his election in 2013, although he acknowledged he would have to slow down because of knee issues that required him to spend a large portion of the trip in a wheelchair. Francis has already stated that, if necessary, he could follow his predecessor Benedict XVI, who made history in 2013 by stepping down because of his deteriorating health. (with inputs from agencies)

Pope refers to abuse of indigenous people in Canada as 'genocide'

A Syrian-flagged ship that had moored at a port in the north with a cargo of Ukrainian grain on board that Kyiv‘s embassy in Beirut claimed was “illegal” was seized on Saturday by a Lebanese prosecutor. According to a judicial official, prosecutor Ghassan Oueidat ordered police to look into the Laodicea, which docked in Tripoli earlier this week. 
 
The Ukrainian embassy reported that the grain on board the ship flying the Syrian flag was loaded from a location controlled by Russian soldiers, thus Lebanese police were also urged to contact them.

Russia invaded Ukraine in February, and Kyiv has frequently accused Moscow soldiers of pillaging its grain storage facilities. “The Syrian-flagged ship is carrying barley and flour,” according to the Lebanese foreign ministry. Ihor Ostash, the ambassador for Ukraine, informed Michel Aoun, the president of Lebanon, on Thursday that the ship was carrying “illegal barley from occupied Ukrainian territory”.

According to early reports, the grain belongs to a Syrian businessman, and the shipping company’s owner is a Turkish person, the court official added. The person further stated that some of the goods will be transferred to Syria and others would be unloaded in Lebanon. The documentation for the ship was “all in order and there is no proof that the merchandise was stolen,” a customs official told AFP.

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Some media reports claim that the US had imposed sanctions on the Laodicea years ago as part of its campaign against the Bashar al-Assad administration in Syria. The event occurred as Ukraine, one of the biggest grain exporters in the world, prepared to begin grain exports as a result of a deal supported by the UN. 
 
A Russian naval blockade and Ukrainian mines set to prevent an amphibious landing on the Black Sea coast have left millions of tonnes of food in Ukraine trapped. The Laodicea was taken over as Lebanon, which is dealing with one of the worst financial crises in history, was also experiencing a severe bread shortage.

(with inputs from agencies) 
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A Syrian-flagged ship that had moored at a port in the north with a cargo of Ukrainian grain on board that Kyiv‘s embassy in Beirut claimed was “illegal” was seized on Saturday by a Lebanese prosecutor.

A Syrian-flagged ship that had moored at a port in the north with a cargo of Ukrainian grain on board that Kyiv‘s embassy in Beirut claimed was “illegal” was seized on Saturday by a Lebanese prosecutor. According to a judicial official, prosecutor Ghassan Oueidat ordered police to look into the Laodicea, which docked in Tripoli earlier this week. The Ukrainian embassy reported that the grain on board the ship flying the Syrian flag was loaded from a location controlled by Russian soldiers, thus Lebanese police were also urged to contact them. Russia invaded Ukraine in February, and Kyiv has frequently accused Moscow soldiers of pillaging its grain storage facilities. “The Syrian-flagged ship is carrying barley and flour,” according to the Lebanese foreign ministry. Ihor Ostash, the ambassador for Ukraine, informed Michel Aoun, the president of Lebanon, on Thursday that the ship was carrying “illegal barley from occupied Ukrainian territory”. According to early reports, the grain belongs to a Syrian businessman, and the shipping company’s owner is a Turkish person, the court official added. The person further stated that some of the goods will be transferred to Syria and others would be unloaded in Lebanon. The documentation for the ship was “all in order and there is no proof that the merchandise was stolen,” a customs official told AFP. Also Read: Russia halts gas supply to Latvia following deadly prison attack Some media reports claim that the US had imposed sanctions on the Laodicea years ago as part of its campaign against the Bashar al-Assad administration in Syria. The event occurred as Ukraine, one of the biggest grain exporters in the world, prepared to begin grain exports as a result of a deal supported by the UN. A Russian naval blockade and Ukrainian mines set to prevent an amphibious landing on the Black Sea coast have left millions of tonnes of food in Ukraine trapped. The Laodicea was taken over as Lebanon, which is dealing with one of the worst financial crises in history, was also experiencing a severe bread shortage. (with inputs from agencies)

Ship carrying ‘stolen’ Ukrainian grain intercepted by Lebanon

According to Taronga zoo's animal hospital, a newborn green sea turtle that was rescued from a Sydney beach had consumed so much plastic that it took six days for the contents to be expelled. The 127-gram hatchling was discovered in a rockpool not far from Tamarama Beach in Sydney. It had a hole in its shell, a chip in one of its flippers, and one of its four flippers was gone. Apart from these wounds, caregivers reported that the turtle appeared to be in good physical health and could swim without difficulty.

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The turtle is described as a "bagel with flippers," and it has recovered its health and weight to over 400g. Although there has been development, it might still be a full year before he is returned to the wild and coastal seas. According to the hospital, little hatchlings are particularly vulnerable to predators because of their size, and they want to give the animal the best chance of survival. Warmer waters are better for turtles, thus size and ocean temperature are both important considerations.

While some states have enacted stricter single-use plastic prohibitions, such as New South Wales, Queensland, and Western Australia, the scope of the issue can occasionally be daunting. Every year, more than 8 million tonnes are dumped into the oceans. The bulk is deposited along coastlines, carried out to sea by rivers, or left behind by fishing boats.

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Nearly 38 million pieces of plastic were discovered scattered across a beach on Henderson Island, one of the most remote places on earth, according to research. The amount of plastic pollution on Australia's shore has, on average, decreased by up to 30% as a result of the local government's efforts to reduce litter, according to a June analysis by CSIRO researchers.

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According to Taronga zoo's animal hospital, a newborn green sea turtle that was rescued from a Sydney beach had consumed so much plastic that it took six days for the contents to be expelled.

According to Taronga zoo's animal hospital, a newborn green sea turtle that was rescued from a Sydney beach had consumed so much plastic that it took six days for the contents to be expelled. The 127-gram hatchling was discovered in a rockpool not far from Tamarama Beach in Sydney. It had a hole in its shell, a chip in one of its flippers, and one of its four flippers was gone. Apart from these wounds, caregivers reported that the turtle appeared to be in good physical health and could swim without difficulty. This tiny turtle arrived at Taronga Wildlife Hospital recently with a stomach full of plastic. We hope the NSW Plastic Action Plan will reduce the number of turtles admitted to us in the future. To support the vital work of our hospitals, please visit https://t.co/QCMerPsjYb pic.twitter.com/lJ92Ceu2jr — Taronga Zoo (@tarongazoo) July 28, 2022 × The turtle is described as a "bagel with flippers," and it has recovered its health and weight to over 400g. Although there has been development, it might still be a full year before he is returned to the wild and coastal seas. According to the hospital, little hatchlings are particularly vulnerable to predators because of their size, and they want to give the animal the best chance of survival. Warmer waters are better for turtles, thus size and ocean temperature are both important considerations. While some states have enacted stricter single-use plastic prohibitions, such as New South Wales, Queensland, and Western Australia, the scope of the issue can occasionally be daunting. Every year, more than 8 million tonnes are dumped into the oceans. The bulk is deposited along coastlines, carried out to sea by rivers, or left behind by fishing boats. Also Read: How ‘wickedest city on earth’ was submerged by nature's wrath Nearly 38 million pieces of plastic were discovered scattered across a beach on Henderson Island, one of the most remote places on earth, according to research. The amount of plastic pollution on Australia's shore has, on average, decreased by up to 30% as a result of the local government's efforts to reduce litter, according to a June analysis by CSIRO researchers. (with inputs from agencies)

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A day after a prison housing Ukrainian prisoners of war was attacked, the Russian energy giant Gazprom on Saturday stopped supplying gas to Latvia, leaving scores of people dead. On Wednesday, Gazprom sharply reduced gas deliveries to Europe through the Nord Stream pipeline to around 20 per cent of its capacity. In June, it repeatedly cut gas deliveries to Europe.

The state-run Russian corporation had previously declared it will reduce its supply to 33 million cubic metres per day, or half of what it has been supplying since service was restored last week after a 10-day maintenance period. In response to Western sanctions over Moscow's role in Ukraine, European Union member states have accused Russia of restricting supplies.

One of the pipeline's final two working turbines has been shut down, according to Gazprom, because of the "technical condition of the engine." The reduced supply has been attributed to EU sanctions by Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. This week, the EU approved a plan to cut back on gas use in solidarity with Germany, where the Nord Stream pipeline is located, and issued a warning against Russian "blackmail".

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A day after Kyiv was accused of using US-provided long-range missiles to attack a prison in Russian-controlled territory in an "egregious provocation" meant to prevent captured soldiers from turning themselves in, Russia's defence ministry continued to launch strikes on Ukrainian towns and cities on Saturday. They included the Ukrainian military who had given up after weeks of resistance to Russia's merciless bombing of the expansive Azovstal steelworks in the coastal city of Mariupol, it was reported on Saturday.

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A day after a prison housing Ukrainian prisoners of war was attacked, the Russian energy giant Gazprom on Saturday stopped supplying gas to Latvia, leaving scores of people dead.

A day after a prison housing Ukrainian prisoners of war was attacked, the Russian energy giant Gazprom on Saturday stopped supplying gas to Latvia, leaving scores of people dead. On Wednesday, Gazprom sharply reduced gas deliveries to Europe through the Nord Stream pipeline to around 20 per cent of its capacity. In June, it repeatedly cut gas deliveries to Europe. The state-run Russian corporation had previously declared it will reduce its supply to 33 million cubic metres per day, or half of what it has been supplying since service was restored last week after a 10-day maintenance period. In response to Western sanctions over Moscow's role in Ukraine, European Union member states have accused Russia of restricting supplies. One of the pipeline's final two working turbines has been shut down, according to Gazprom, because of the "technical condition of the engine." The reduced supply has been attributed to EU sanctions by Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. This week, the EU approved a plan to cut back on gas use in solidarity with Germany, where the Nord Stream pipeline is located, and issued a warning against Russian "blackmail". Also Read: How ‘wickedest city on earth’ was submerged by nature's wrath A day after Kyiv was accused of using US-provided long-range missiles to attack a prison in Russian-controlled territory in an "egregious provocation" meant to prevent captured soldiers from turning themselves in, Russia's defence ministry continued to launch strikes on Ukrainian towns and cities on Saturday. They included the Ukrainian military who had given up after weeks of resistance to Russia's merciless bombing of the expansive Azovstal steelworks in the coastal city of Mariupol, it was reported on Saturday. (with inputs from agencies)

Russia halts gas supply to Latvia following deadly prison attack

In 1655, the English took Jamaica from the Spanish. They began bolstering its defences after realising the strategic value of the port's location at Kingston Harbour's entrance. The harbour, which was already brimming with defences, was enlarged to accommodate ships. Traders rushed to the safe haven in droves. But in addition to legal trade, piracy was another less honourable activity that contributed to the port's wealth.

Port Royal is the world's centre for buccaneering due to its location in the Caribbean, which is encircled by the Spanish Key, and its proximity to the main trade routes connecting the New World and Europe. The political ebbs and flows affected Port Royal's views on piracy. Piracy was celebrated when England and Spain were at strife, yet there were crackdowns.&nbsp;

With brick homes of two to four stories, piped water, and several brothels, gambling halls, and pubs, Port Royal became one of the richest ports in the Caribbean thanks to wealth amassed by legal trade and by pirates like Morgan. Because of its state-approved pirates and tolerance of human immorality, the Catholic Church denounced it as the "wickedest town in Christendom."

The church rector of Port Royal, Jamaica, was running late for lunch on June 7, 1692, but a buddy pleaded with him to hold off a little longer. He was spared by a seemingly insignificant decision. The ground started to shake and roll, but the friend dismissed the rector's concern because earthquakes on the island typically passed without much notice. But as the shaking grew more intense, the two guys heard the church tower shatter into pieces.

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An earthquake that scientists estimate to have registered 7.5 on the Richter scale, or a "significant" event, was followed by a tsunami. Most of Port Royal, including the cemetery where Henry Morgan was interred, was submerged in water by the time the crisis was over. Up to 2,000 people perished right away, and countless more perished shortly after.&nbsp;

The sunken settlement was covered by silt and submerged in 20 to 40 feet of gloomy water for about 300 years before marine archaeologists started to bring artefacts to the surface. These discoveries have aided in exposing the malicious rumours' falsehoods.

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In 1655, the English took Jamaica from the Spanish. They began bolstering its defences after realising the strategic value of the port's location at Kingston Harbour's entrance.

In 1655, the English took Jamaica from the Spanish. They began bolstering its defences after realising the strategic value of the port's location at Kingston Harbour's entrance. The harbour, which was already brimming with defences, was enlarged to accommodate ships. Traders rushed to the safe haven in droves. But in addition to legal trade, piracy was another less honourable activity that contributed to the port's wealth. Port Royal is the world's centre for buccaneering due to its location in the Caribbean, which is encircled by the Spanish Key, and its proximity to the main trade routes connecting the New World and Europe. The political ebbs and flows affected Port Royal's views on piracy. Piracy was celebrated when England and Spain were at strife, yet there were crackdowns. With brick homes of two to four stories, piped water, and several brothels, gambling halls, and pubs, Port Royal became one of the richest ports in the Caribbean thanks to wealth amassed by legal trade and by pirates like Morgan. Because of its state-approved pirates and tolerance of human immorality, the Catholic Church denounced it as the "wickedest town in Christendom." The church rector of Port Royal, Jamaica, was running late for lunch on June 7, 1692, but a buddy pleaded with him to hold off a little longer. He was spared by a seemingly insignificant decision. The ground started to shake and roll, but the friend dismissed the rector's concern because earthquakes on the island typically passed without much notice. But as the shaking grew more intense, the two guys heard the church tower shatter into pieces. Also Read: In pics| Kentucky floods: 8 killed, people stranded on rooftops and trees An earthquake that scientists estimate to have registered 7.5 on the Richter scale, or a "significant" event, was followed by a tsunami. Most of Port Royal, including the cemetery where Henry Morgan was interred, was submerged in water by the time the crisis was over. Up to 2,000 people perished right away, and countless more perished shortly after. The sunken settlement was covered by silt and submerged in 20 to 40 feet of gloomy water for about 300 years before marine archaeologists started to bring artefacts to the surface. These discoveries have aided in exposing the malicious rumours' falsehoods. (with inputs from agencies)

How ‘wickedest city on earth’ was submerged by nature's wrath

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