According to a statement released on Sunday by Ranil Wickremesinghe's office, the new president of Sri Lanka assured ambassadors this week that nonviolent demonstrations against his administration will be permitted to continue, even in the country's commercial centre of Colombo. A portion of an anti-government demonstration camp outside the presidential secretariat was dismantled by hundreds of security forces in a dawn raid on Friday, sparking concerns about a bigger crackdown by Wickremesinghe, who had just been sworn in.

"President Ranil Wickremesinghe has reaffirmed Sri Lanka's commitment to upholding the rights of peaceful, non-violent assembly. The Diplomats were also briefed on the measures being taken to ensure that non-violent protests were allowed to proceed within the city without endangering property or lives," his office said in a statement, describing a meeting with Colombo-based envoys, as reported by Reuters.

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The United Nations and Western envoys denounced the raid on Friday and urged the government to take moderation, warning that using force may further destabilise the island nation, which is already experiencing its worst economic crisis in seven decades. After his successor, Gotabaya Rajapaksa, fled the country and resigned in the wake of widespread protests brought on by his poor management of the economy, Wickremesinghe was elected following victory in a parliamentary vote. The 22 million-person nation has experienced ongoing shortages of food, fuel, and other essentials due to a lack of foreign currency needed to import necessities.

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According to a statement released on Sunday by Ranil Wickremesinghe's office, the new president of Sri Lanka assured ambassadors this week that nonviolent demonstrations against his administration will be permitted to continue, even in the country's commercial centre of Colombo.

According to a statement released on Sunday by Ranil Wickremesinghe's office, the new president of Sri Lanka assured ambassadors this week that nonviolent demonstrations against his administration will be permitted to continue, even in the country's commercial centre of Colombo. A portion of an anti-government demonstration camp outside the presidential secretariat was dismantled by hundreds of security forces in a dawn raid on Friday, sparking concerns about a bigger crackdown by Wickremesinghe, who had just been sworn in. "President Ranil Wickremesinghe has reaffirmed Sri Lanka's commitment to upholding the rights of peaceful, non-violent assembly. The Diplomats were also briefed on the measures being taken to ensure that non-violent protests were allowed to proceed within the city without endangering property or lives," his office said in a statement, describing a meeting with Colombo-based envoys, as reported by Reuters. Also Read: Missiles only destroyed Ukrainian military infrastructure in Odessa, claims Russia The United Nations and Western envoys denounced the raid on Friday and urged the government to take moderation, warning that using force may further destabilise the island nation, which is already experiencing its worst economic crisis in seven decades. After his successor, Gotabaya Rajapaksa, fled the country and resigned in the wake of widespread protests brought on by his poor management of the economy, Wickremesinghe was elected following victory in a parliamentary vote. The 22 million-person nation has experienced ongoing shortages of food, fuel, and other essentials due to a lack of foreign currency needed to import necessities. (with inputs from agencies)

Wickremesinghe says peaceful demonstrations can continue after crackdown, even in Colombo

Kherson, in the south of the country, was taken by Russian forces early in their invasion in February, but a Ukrainian official predicted that Kyiv's soldiers would retake it by September. Assistant to the governor of the Kherson region Sergiy Khlan told Ukrainian television that "we can say that the Kherson region will definitely be liberated by September, and all the occupiers' plans will fail." Following the delivery of long-range weaponry from the West, the Ukrainian army has recently begun regaining ground in the southern Kherson region.

Khlan stated, "We can say that a turning point has occurred on the battlefield. We see that the Armed Forces of Ukraine are prevailing in their most recent military operations. We see that our armed forces are advancing openly. We can say that we are switching from defensive to counteroffensive actions." He claimed that Ukrainian attacks on two strategically important bridges in the area, along with assaults on Russian command centres and arsenals, were part of the preparations for a ground onslaught.

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He further mentioned that Russian soldiers were having trouble deploying heavy weapons onto Kherson city and had not yet rebuilt the damaged Antonivka bridge. On March 3, Russian forces took Kherson, the principal city in the area. Following the beginning of Moscow's military action in Ukraine in late February, it was the country's first significant city to fall. The area, which is significant for Ukrainian agriculture, is situated close to the Crimean Peninsula, which Russia acquired in that year.

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Kherson, in the south of the country, was taken by Russian forces early in their invasion in February, but a Ukrainian official predicted that Kyiv's soldiers would retake it by September.

Kherson, in the south of the country, was taken by Russian forces early in their invasion in February, but a Ukrainian official predicted that Kyiv's soldiers would retake it by September. Assistant to the governor of the Kherson region Sergiy Khlan told Ukrainian television that "we can say that the Kherson region will definitely be liberated by September, and all the occupiers' plans will fail." Following the delivery of long-range weaponry from the West, the Ukrainian army has recently begun regaining ground in the southern Kherson region. Khlan stated, "We can say that a turning point has occurred on the battlefield. We see that the Armed Forces of Ukraine are prevailing in their most recent military operations. We see that our armed forces are advancing openly. We can say that we are switching from defensive to counteroffensive actions." He claimed that Ukrainian attacks on two strategically important bridges in the area, along with assaults on Russian command centres and arsenals, were part of the preparations for a ground onslaught. Also Read: Ever heard about bio-weapons that use DNA to kill specific person? They are reality now He further mentioned that Russian soldiers were having trouble deploying heavy weapons onto Kherson city and had not yet rebuilt the damaged Antonivka bridge. On March 3, Russian forces took Kherson, the principal city in the area. Following the beginning of Moscow's military action in Ukraine in late February, it was the country's first significant city to fall. The area, which is significant for Ukrainian agriculture, is situated close to the Crimean Peninsula, which Russia acquired in that year. (with inputs from agencies)

By September, Ukraine's Kherson region will be 'liberated' from Russia: Sergiy Khlan

India's&nbsp;capital Delhi has registered its first case of monkeypox virus, officials said on Sunday.&nbsp;The 31-year-old man, who has not been named, is admitted to Maulana Azad Medical College, confirms Health Ministry. In another, as Russia strikes Odesa,&nbsp;US Secretary of State Antony Blinken had said the strike cast “serious doubt on the credibility of Russia’s commitment” to the grain deal even as Ukraine accused President Vladimir Putin of “spitting in the face” of the deal.

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India's capital Delhi has registered its first case of monkeypox virus, officials said on Sunday. The 31-year-old man, who has not been named, is admitted to Maulana Azad Medical College, confirms Health Ministry.

India's capital Delhi has registered its first case of monkeypox virus, officials said on Sunday. The 31-year-old man, who has not been named, is admitted to Maulana Azad Medical College, confirms Health Ministry. In another, as Russia strikes Odesa, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken had said the strike cast “serious doubt on the credibility of Russia’s commitment” to the grain deal even as Ukraine accused President Vladimir Putin of “spitting in the face” of the deal. Click on the headlines to read more: India’s capital New Delhi records first monkeypox case; patient has no foreign travel history The national capital Delhi has registered its first case of monkeypox virus, officials said on Sunday. According to PTI news agency, which has cited official sources, the man has no history of foreign travel. However, as per sources, the patient attended a party in Himachal Pradesh. The Delhi government has been asked to track the patient's contacts. 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Following a ferocious volcanic explosion in southern Japan on Sunday, the national weather agency issued its highest notice for the mountain, urging dozens of residents to leave their homes. Sakurajima on Kagoshima erupted shortly after 8 o'clock in the evening, and television cameras captured lava and thick plumes of ash erupting from it (1100 GMT). The volcano, which is a popular tourist destination, frequently spews out smoke and ash. Large cinders were thrown by the blast on Sunday around 2.5 kilometres (1.5 miles) away from the crater, according to a statement from the Japan Meteorological Agency.

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Sakurajima is now on level five alert status, which is the highest level and calls for evacuations. It was at level three before to the eruption, which prohibits access to the peak. The JMA advised residents in Arimura and Furusato towns who live within three kilometres of Sakurajima's summit crater to exercise extreme caution.&nbsp;

In the two towns, there are 77 people, according to Kagoshima City. NHK, a public station, claims that there were no early reports of damage.

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Japan is home to numerous active volcanoes and is situated on the Pacific "Ring of Fire," which is where the majority of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions throughout the world are reported. Sakurajima was once an island but has now been joined to a peninsula as a result of earlier eruptions. When Kuchinoerabu island, also in Kagoshima, erupted in 2015, Japan last issued the highest evacuation notice for a volcano.

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Following a ferocious volcanic explosion in southern Japan on Sunday, the national weather agency issued its highest notice for the mountain, urging dozens of residents to leave their homes.

Following a ferocious volcanic explosion in southern Japan on Sunday, the national weather agency issued its highest notice for the mountain, urging dozens of residents to leave their homes. Sakurajima on Kagoshima erupted shortly after 8 o'clock in the evening, and television cameras captured lava and thick plumes of ash erupting from it (1100 GMT). The volcano, which is a popular tourist destination, frequently spews out smoke and ash. Large cinders were thrown by the blast on Sunday around 2.5 kilometres (1.5 miles) away from the crater, according to a statement from the Japan Meteorological Agency. Terrifying footage! Japan's #Sakurajima volcano has erupted spewing ash a couple miles into the sky. pic.twitter.com/japz4kRBh1 — Anonymous Operations (@AnonOpsSE) July 24, 2022 × Sakurajima is now on level five alert status, which is the highest level and calls for evacuations. It was at level three before to the eruption, which prohibits access to the peak. The JMA advised residents in Arimura and Furusato towns who live within three kilometres of Sakurajima's summit crater to exercise extreme caution. In the two towns, there are 77 people, according to Kagoshima City. NHK, a public station, claims that there were no early reports of damage. Also Read: Missiles only destroyed Ukrainian military infrastructure in Odessa, claims Russia Japan is home to numerous active volcanoes and is situated on the Pacific "Ring of Fire," which is where the majority of earthquakes and volcanic eruptions throughout the world are reported. Sakurajima was once an island but has now been joined to a peninsula as a result of earlier eruptions. When Kuchinoerabu island, also in Kagoshima, erupted in 2015, Japan last issued the highest evacuation notice for a volcano. (with inputs from agencies)

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In the central Syrian province of Hama, a church was being inaugurated when it was bombarded, resulting in two fatalities and 12 injuries, according to the official SANA news agency. In the village of Al-Suqaylabiyah, close to Hama, "A rocket fired by terrorist organisations targeted a religious gathering in the town of Al-Suqaylabiyah near Hama, killing two people and wounding 12," it was reported. According to SANA, the attack took place at the dedication of the Ayia Sofia church.&nbsp;

The strike was confirmed by the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a war monitor with offices in Britain and a sizable network of sources on the ground. The Observatory reported one civilian fatality and multiple civilian injuries and said that adjacent rebel groups may have been responsible through artillery or a drone attack. Two days prior to the attack on Sunday, a bombardment in the rebel-held Idlib region claimed the lives of seven civilians, including four children. According to the Observatory, Russian airstrikes were to blame for Friday's fatalities in the Jisr al-Shughur area in northern Syria.

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Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, the former branch of Al-Qaeda in Syria, currently controls over half of the province of Idlib as well as areas of the provinces of Aleppo, Hama, and Latakia. With varying degrees of Turkish support, several rebel factions in the final stronghold of armed opposition to the Damascus regime are still operating. A ceasefire in Idlib and surrounding areas that Russia and Turkey mediated in March 2020 is still in effect despite irregular attacks from both sides, including Russian airstrikes. Nearly 500,000 people have died and nearly half of Syria's pre-war population has been driven from their homes as a result of the country's war, which started in 2011.

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In the central Syrian province of Hama, a church was being inaugurated when it was bombarded, resulting in two fatalities and 12 injuries, according to the official SANA news agency.

In the central Syrian province of Hama, a church was being inaugurated when it was bombarded, resulting in two fatalities and 12 injuries, according to the official SANA news agency. In the village of Al-Suqaylabiyah, close to Hama, "A rocket fired by terrorist organisations targeted a religious gathering in the town of Al-Suqaylabiyah near Hama, killing two people and wounding 12," it was reported. According to SANA, the attack took place at the dedication of the Ayia Sofia church. The strike was confirmed by the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights, a war monitor with offices in Britain and a sizable network of sources on the ground. The Observatory reported one civilian fatality and multiple civilian injuries and said that adjacent rebel groups may have been responsible through artillery or a drone attack. Two days prior to the attack on Sunday, a bombardment in the rebel-held Idlib region claimed the lives of seven civilians, including four children. According to the Observatory, Russian airstrikes were to blame for Friday's fatalities in the Jisr al-Shughur area in northern Syria. Also Read: Ever heard about bio-weapons that use DNA to kill specific person? They are reality now Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, the former branch of Al-Qaeda in Syria, currently controls over half of the province of Idlib as well as areas of the provinces of Aleppo, Hama, and Latakia. With varying degrees of Turkish support, several rebel factions in the final stronghold of armed opposition to the Damascus regime are still operating. A ceasefire in Idlib and surrounding areas that Russia and Turkey mediated in March 2020 is still in effect despite irregular attacks from both sides, including Russian airstrikes. Nearly 500,000 people have died and nearly half of Syria's pre-war population has been driven from their homes as a result of the country's war, which started in 2011. (with inputs from agencies)

Two days after Idlib attack, Syrian church bombardment kills two

A U.S. House Intelligence Committee member cautioned that bioweapons using a target's DNA to kill only that individual are being created. US Representative Jason Crow of Colorado spoke on Friday at the Aspen Security Forum and cautioned Americans not to be too careless about sharing their DNA with private firms due to the impending arrival of the new type of weapon. "You can target a biological weapon that will kill that person or take them off the battlefield or make them inoperable," Crow said. "You can take someone's DNA, you know, take their medical profile," he added.

Given the prevalence of DNA testing services, where customers voluntarily share their genetic mapping with companies to learn more about their ancestry and health, the congressman said it is concerning that these weapons are being developed. Although 23andMe has maintained time and time again that it does not sell its customers' private information, it is one of many DNA companies that have done so when asked by the police.&nbsp;

As a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, US Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa claimed that the US's adversaries may deploy such DNA bioweapons to attack food supply on a large scale. Ernst forewarned that specific animals relied upon by civilians, armies, or towns could be the target of biological weapons, resulting in scarcity and food poverty and weakening populations.

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The Washington Examiner published an article earlier this week detailing how simple it would be to create bioweapons similar to those promoted by Crow using privately owned datasets. The article described how a target's DNA, or the DNA of a target's close relative, might be taken and utilised to create a biological weapon that could only be used against that specific person. Technology like that could enable extremely targeted assassination programmes while simultaneously making it much more difficult to find murderers. By creating weapons that specifically target a certain type of farm animal or produce, similar technology may be used against US agriculture. That might cause starvation and bring down the US in the face of hostile actions from a rival like Russia or China.

(with inputs from agencies)

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A U.S. House Intelligence Committee member cautioned that bioweapons using a target's DNA to kill only that individual are being created. US Representative Jason Crow of Colorado spoke on Friday at the Aspen Security Forum and cautioned Americans not to be too careless about sharing their DNA with private firms due to the impending arrival of the new type of weapon.

A U.S. House Intelligence Committee member cautioned that bioweapons using a target's DNA to kill only that individual are being created. US Representative Jason Crow of Colorado spoke on Friday at the Aspen Security Forum and cautioned Americans not to be too careless about sharing their DNA with private firms due to the impending arrival of the new type of weapon. "You can target a biological weapon that will kill that person or take them off the battlefield or make them inoperable," Crow said. "You can take someone's DNA, you know, take their medical profile," he added. Given the prevalence of DNA testing services, where customers voluntarily share their genetic mapping with companies to learn more about their ancestry and health, the congressman said it is concerning that these weapons are being developed. Although 23andMe has maintained time and time again that it does not sell its customers' private information, it is one of many DNA companies that have done so when asked by the police. As a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, US Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa claimed that the US's adversaries may deploy such DNA bioweapons to attack food supply on a large scale. Ernst forewarned that specific animals relied upon by civilians, armies, or towns could be the target of biological weapons, resulting in scarcity and food poverty and weakening populations. Also Read: North Korea claims that United States engaged in biological warfare in Ukraine The Washington Examiner published an article earlier this week detailing how simple it would be to create bioweapons similar to those promoted by Crow using privately owned datasets. The article described how a target's DNA, or the DNA of a target's close relative, might be taken and utilised to create a biological weapon that could only be used against that specific person. Technology like that could enable extremely targeted assassination programmes while simultaneously making it much more difficult to find murderers. By creating weapons that specifically target a certain type of farm animal or produce, similar technology may be used against US agriculture. That might cause starvation and bring down the US in the face of hostile actions from a rival like Russia or China. (with inputs from agencies)

Ever heard about bio-weapons that use DNA to kill specific person? They are reality now

On Sunday, both the candidates running to succeed Boris Johnson as prime minister of Great Britain pledged to stopping illegal immigration a top priority. They also supported the government’s plan to transfer migrants to Rwanda. After a backlash against Johnson’s scandal-plagued administration pushed the prime minister to announce his resignation, former finance minister Rishi Sunak and foreign secretary Liz Truss are vying to become Britain’s next leader.

The timing of any tax reduction has been a point of contention between the two contenders as Britain deals with rising prices, sluggish growth, and an increasing number of strikes. After Truss led polls of the Conservative Party members who will choose their new leader and the British prime minister, with the decision expected on September 5, Sunak on Saturday referred to himself as "the underdog." Both candidates outlined their plans on Sunday to continue the government's policy of deporting illegal immigrants to Rwanda, despite the European Court of Human Rights’ last month’s&nbsp;decision to stop the first deportation flight.

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Truss, who is seen to be the favourite to win the leadership race, stated that she would seek out additional “third country processing partnerships like Rwanda,” which would boost the British Bill of Rights and enhance the border force by 20%. In prior leadership ballots, Sunak, who received support from the majority of Conservative lawmakers, declared that he would consider illegal immigration as “one of five major emergency responses” he would address in his first 100 days as prime minister.

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On Sunday, both the candidates running to succeed Boris Johnson as prime minister of Great Britain pledged to stopping illegal immigration a top priority. They also supported the government’s plan to transfer migrants to Rwanda.

On Sunday, both the candidates running to succeed Boris Johnson as prime minister of Great Britain pledged to stopping illegal immigration a top priority. They also supported the government’s plan to transfer migrants to Rwanda. After a backlash against Johnson’s scandal-plagued administration pushed the prime minister to announce his resignation, former finance minister Rishi Sunak and foreign secretary Liz Truss are vying to become Britain’s next leader. The timing of any tax reduction has been a point of contention between the two contenders as Britain deals with rising prices, sluggish growth, and an increasing number of strikes. After Truss led polls of the Conservative Party members who will choose their new leader and the British prime minister, with the decision expected on September 5, Sunak on Saturday referred to himself as "the underdog." Both candidates outlined their plans on Sunday to continue the government's policy of deporting illegal immigrants to Rwanda, despite the European Court of Human Rights’ last month’s decision to stop the first deportation flight. Also Read: Sri Lankan crisis: Economy lessons India can learn Truss, who is seen to be the favourite to win the leadership race, stated that she would seek out additional “third country processing partnerships like Rwanda,” which would boost the British Bill of Rights and enhance the border force by 20%. In prior leadership ballots, Sunak, who received support from the majority of Conservative lawmakers, declared that he would consider illegal immigration as “one of five major emergency responses” he would address in his first 100 days as prime minister. (with inputs from agencies)

British PM candidates pledge to crack down on illegal immigration

On Sunday, North Korea echoed a claim made by Russia that the United States was producing biological weapons in Ukraine, which the UN rejected in March. Pyongyang, a close ally of Moscow, asserted in February that US policy was the “root cause of the Ukraine crisis”,&nbsp;and this month Kyiv severed diplomatic ties with North Korea after Pyongyang formally recognised two self-declared pro-Russian separatist territories in eastern Ukraine.

The official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) claimed on Sunday that Washington had “set up many biological labs in tens of countries and regions, including Ukraine, in disregard of the international treaties,” citing actions that had been “detected” by Russia. In March, Moscow accused the United States of supporting biological weapons development research in Ukraine, which Russia invaded nearly five months earlier.

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The allegations that Ukraine had biological weapons production facilities were refuted by Washington and Kyiv, with the United States claiming that Moscow may employ similar strategies if the allegations were true. Additionally stated that the UN “was not aware of any biological weapons programme in Ukraine,” said Izumi Nakamitsu, the UN’s Under-Secretary-General for Disarmament Affairs, in March.

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On Sunday, North Korea echoed a claim made by Russia that the United States was producing biological weapons in Ukraine, which the UN rejected in March. Pyongyang, a close ally of Moscow, asserted in February that US policy was the “root cause of the Ukraine crisis”, and this month Kyiv severed diplomatic ties with North Korea after Pyongyang formally recognised two self-declared pro-Russian separatist territories in eastern Ukraine.

On Sunday, North Korea echoed a claim made by Russia that the United States was producing biological weapons in Ukraine, which the UN rejected in March. Pyongyang, a close ally of Moscow, asserted in February that US policy was the “root cause of the Ukraine crisis”, and this month Kyiv severed diplomatic ties with North Korea after Pyongyang formally recognised two self-declared pro-Russian separatist territories in eastern Ukraine. The official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) claimed on Sunday that Washington had “set up many biological labs in tens of countries and regions, including Ukraine, in disregard of the international treaties,” citing actions that had been “detected” by Russia. In March, Moscow accused the United States of supporting biological weapons development research in Ukraine, which Russia invaded nearly five months earlier. Also Read: Sri Lankan crisis: Economy lessons India can learn The allegations that Ukraine had biological weapons production facilities were refuted by Washington and Kyiv, with the United States claiming that Moscow may employ similar strategies if the allegations were true. Additionally stated that the UN “was not aware of any biological weapons programme in Ukraine,” said Izumi Nakamitsu, the UN’s Under-Secretary-General for Disarmament Affairs, in March. (with inputs from agencies)

North Korea claims that United States engaged in biological warfare in Ukraine

Iran said on Saturday that its security services have apprehended a network of Israeli spies before they could engage in sabotage and "terrorist actions," according to state television. The declaration was made by Iran's intelligence ministry while tensions over Tehran's nuclear programme with archrival Israel were rising.

In a statement broadcast by state media, the ministry claimed that "this network's members were in contact with (Israel's) Mossad espionage agency through a neighbouring country and entered Iran from (Iraq's) Kurdistan region with advanced equipment and strong explosives." Israeli authorities had no quick comments.

Iran frequently accuses its adversaries and rivals overseas, including Saudi Arabia, Israel, and the United States, of attempting to destabilise the nation. The number of those detained and their nationalities were not disclosed by the Intelligence ministry. Without going into further detail, the network's statement said that it planned "acts of sabotage and unprecedented terrorist operations in sensitive locations."

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Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid and US President Joe Biden jointly vowed to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons earlier this month. Tehran claims its nuclear programme is non-militaristic and denies wanting to develop nuclear weapons.

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Iran said on Saturday that its security services have apprehended a network of Israeli spies before they could engage in sabotage and "terrorist actions," according to state television.

Iran said on Saturday that its security services have apprehended a network of Israeli spies before they could engage in sabotage and "terrorist actions," according to state television. The declaration was made by Iran's intelligence ministry while tensions over Tehran's nuclear programme with archrival Israel were rising. In a statement broadcast by state media, the ministry claimed that "this network's members were in contact with (Israel's) Mossad espionage agency through a neighbouring country and entered Iran from (Iraq's) Kurdistan region with advanced equipment and strong explosives." Israeli authorities had no quick comments. Iran frequently accuses its adversaries and rivals overseas, including Saudi Arabia, Israel, and the United States, of attempting to destabilise the nation. The number of those detained and their nationalities were not disclosed by the Intelligence ministry. Without going into further detail, the network's statement said that it planned "acts of sabotage and unprecedented terrorist operations in sensitive locations." Also Read: Ukrainian port of Odessa hit by explosions hours after grain deal Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid and US President Joe Biden jointly vowed to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons earlier this month. Tehran claims its nuclear programme is non-militaristic and denies wanting to develop nuclear weapons. (with inputs from agencies)

Iran claims to detain individuals involved in sabotage plans linked to Israel

On Saturday, a wildfire near the coastal village of Vatera forced the evacuation of hundreds of visitors and locals from a well-known resort on the Greek island of Lesbos. People were forced to flee as others attempted to defend their homes from the embers as the fires sent up heavy clouds of smoke that obscured the sun as they drifted over the water. On Saturday, Greece saw the first day of a heatwave that is predicted to last 10 days. In certain areas, temperatures were expected to reach to 42 degrees Celsius (107 degrees Fahrenheit), raising fears of an increase in flames.

On Saturday at 10:00 local time (07:00 GMT), the fire on the island of Lesbos started. It is currently raging on two fronts, one of which is moving toward the village of Vrisa and the other toward Vatera. According to the police, 450 people were evacuated from 92 homes in Vatera as well as two hotels. Five foreigners were among the nine persons the Greek coast guard claimed to have evacuated from a Vatera beach. To combat the raging fire, firefighters used one helicopter and nine firefighting planes. Acting on the recommendation of the fire department, West Lesbos mayor Taxiarchis Verros ordered the evacuation of the crowded beach resort, according to Athens News Agency.

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According to state TV ERT, the fire destroyed at least two homes. In the northeastern area of Evros, in the Dadia National Park, the largest Natura 2000 site in the nation noted for its black vulture colony, firefighters were also battling a blaze for a third day on Saturday. The situation in the northeast was "much improved," according to fire brigade spokesman Yiannis Artopoios on Saturday afternoon, while the fire in Vatera was "exceptionally difficult."

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On Saturday, a wildfire near the coastal village of Vatera forced the evacuation of hundreds of visitors and locals from a well-known resort on the Greek island of Lesbos.

On Saturday, a wildfire near the coastal village of Vatera forced the evacuation of hundreds of visitors and locals from a well-known resort on the Greek island of Lesbos. People were forced to flee as others attempted to defend their homes from the embers as the fires sent up heavy clouds of smoke that obscured the sun as they drifted over the water. On Saturday, Greece saw the first day of a heatwave that is predicted to last 10 days. In certain areas, temperatures were expected to reach to 42 degrees Celsius (107 degrees Fahrenheit), raising fears of an increase in flames. On Saturday at 10:00 local time (07:00 GMT), the fire on the island of Lesbos started. It is currently raging on two fronts, one of which is moving toward the village of Vrisa and the other toward Vatera. According to the police, 450 people were evacuated from 92 homes in Vatera as well as two hotels. Five foreigners were among the nine persons the Greek coast guard claimed to have evacuated from a Vatera beach. To combat the raging fire, firefighters used one helicopter and nine firefighting planes. Acting on the recommendation of the fire department, West Lesbos mayor Taxiarchis Verros ordered the evacuation of the crowded beach resort, according to Athens News Agency. Also Read: Monkeypox declared a global health emergency by WHO amid surge in cases According to state TV ERT, the fire destroyed at least two homes. In the northeastern area of Evros, in the Dadia National Park, the largest Natura 2000 site in the nation noted for its black vulture colony, firefighters were also battling a blaze for a third day on Saturday. The situation in the northeast was "much improved," according to fire brigade spokesman Yiannis Artopoios on Saturday afternoon, while the fire in Vatera was "exceptionally difficult." (with inputs from agencies)

Hundreds forced to flee vacation resort in Lesbos due to wildfire

According to the deal agreed by both the countries, Russia promised to not target the ports in Ukraine or ships carrying grains.The crisis in Ukraine has severely affected the supply chain of food grains with the country accounting for a substantial part of the global grain exports. In another,&nbsp;World Health Organization (WHO) on Saturday at its emergency committee meeting raised its highest ever alert on the monkeypox outbreak by declaring it a global health emergency.

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The Russian invasion of Ukraine is showing no signs of any solution but there was some good news as the two countries were able to reach an understanding about grain exports and inked a deal on Friday. However, the peace was short-lived as Ukraine accused Russia of targeting the port in Odessa on Saturday. According to a local MP Oleksiy Honcharenko, the city was hit with a number of explosions and the port also sustained damages. According to the deal agreed by both the countries, Russia promised to not target the ports in Ukraine or ships carrying grains. However, Honcharenko wrote on Telegram that Russia did not honour the understanding and even shot down Ukrainian forces in air combat.

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World Health Organization (WHO) on Saturday at its emergency committee meeting raised its highest ever alert on the monkeypox outbreak by declaring it a global health emergency.&nbsp;The declaration means that the WHO designates the virus outbreak as a significant threat to global health that warrants an international response.&nbsp;According to WHO director-general Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, more than 16,000 cases of the virus have been reported from 75 countries across the globe.

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As the US urged Russia to allow Ukrainian grain out quickly into the international market, officials signalled China to provide more grain to poor countries.&nbsp;"We would like to see it act like the great power that it is and provide more grain to the poor people around the world," James O'Brien, head of the US State Department's Office of Sanctions Coordination, said.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/taliban-issue-new-diktat-vow-to-punish-those-who-criticise-islamic-emirate-499988">Taliban issue&nbsp;new diktat, vow&nbsp;to punish those who criticise ‘Islamic Emirate’</a>
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In a new diktat that seeks to stifle criticism of its regime, the Taliban have warned to punish those who criticise the “Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan” scholars and public servants with a gesture, word or anything else, Voice of America (VOA) reports.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-stations-permanent-forces-in-the-spratly-islands-a-week-after-a-us-destroyer-sailed-in-the-region-500070">China stations permanent forces in the Spratly Islands, a week after a US destroyer sailed in the region</a>
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A week after a US Navy destroyer sailed around the contested archipelago of Spratly Islands, China has stepped on the throttle and stationed permanent forces on its three artificial islands in the region.&nbsp;According to reports, the three man-made islands in the Spratlys viz. Fiery Cross, Subi and Mischief reefs will have a new flying squadron and maritime rescue and administration staff.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chaos-at-uks-dover-port-as-travellers-wait-in-queue-for-over-6-hours-500023">Chaos at UK’s Dover port as travellers wait in queue for over 6 hours</a>
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UK’s Port of Dover, the country’s main gateway to Europe, was declared “critical” on Saturday after “woefully inadequate” French border control staffing triggered more than six-hour-long queue for travellers as they tried to escape for the summer holidays.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/whistleblower-of-panama-papers-claims-that-russia-wants-him-dead-500082">Whistleblower of 'Panama Papers' claims that Russia wants him 'dead'</a>
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In an interview with Germany's Der Spiegel that was published on Saturday, the source of the "Panama Papers," which exposed widespread tax evasion and fraud of significant proportions, expressed his fear of Russian retaliation. He claimed to have proof of financial malfeasance by high Russian officials and their friends that helped finance the war in Ukraine, and the magazine cited him using the moniker John Doe. When Spiegel questioned him if he was concerned for his safety, he responded, "It's a risk that I live with, given that the Russian government has expressed the fact that it wants me dead."

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If reports coming from Japanese media are to be believed, the Fumio Kishida government may not allow Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend the funeral of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.&nbsp;Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the Asian country has banned Putin from entering the country. Thus, if the Russian leader decides to participate in the funeral, he will be turned back.&nbsp;

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The 2022 iteration of the San Diego Comic-Con is currently underway. The event is the largest convention related to pop culture in the world, and every entertainment company and major studio vies to announce its upcoming projects or unveil new things about already announced projects. Promos, sneak peeks, teasers, trailers and promos of comics, movies, TV shows and other stuff are also released. The companies have good reason to wait for the Comic-Con to announced new things as the event attracts a huge audience. This year, like every other year since 1970 (except the last two years, that is), fans are being treated with teasers and trailers for their favourite movies or shows, with more to come.&nbsp;Here are all the major reveals so far.

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Vince McMahon has announced he will be retiring as the CEO and the chairman of the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) amid the ongoing probe against him over allegations of sexual misconduct. McMahon had earlier stepped down from his posts temporarily after a report in the Wall Street Journal claimed he had agreed to pay over $12 million in hush money to multiple women in order to keep them quiet about his sexual misconduct.

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According to the deal agreed by both the countries, Russia promised to not target the ports in Ukraine or ships carrying grains.The crisis in Ukraine has severely affected the supply chain of food grains with the country accounting for a substantial part of the global grain exports.

According to the deal agreed by both the countries, Russia promised to not target the ports in Ukraine or ships carrying grains.The crisis in Ukraine has severely affected the supply chain of food grains with the country accounting for a substantial part of the global grain exports. In another, World Health Organization (WHO) on Saturday at its emergency committee meeting raised its highest ever alert on the monkeypox outbreak by declaring it a global health emergency. Click on the headlines to read more: Ukrainian port of Odessa hit by explosions hours after grain deal The Russian invasion of Ukraine is showing no signs of any solution but there was some good news as the two countries were able to reach an understanding about grain exports and inked a deal on Friday. However, the peace was short-lived as Ukraine accused Russia of targeting the port in Odessa on Saturday. According to a local MP Oleksiy Honcharenko, the city was hit with a number of explosions and the port also sustained damages. According to the deal agreed by both the countries, Russia promised to not target the ports in Ukraine or ships carrying grains. However, Honcharenko wrote on Telegram that Russia did not honour the understanding and even shot down Ukrainian forces in air combat. Monkeypox declared a global health emergency by WHO amid surge in cases World Health Organization (WHO) on Saturday at its emergency committee meeting raised its highest ever alert on the monkeypox outbreak by declaring it a global health emergency. The declaration means that the WHO designates the virus outbreak as a significant threat to global health that warrants an international response. According to WHO director-general Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, more than 16,000 cases of the virus have been reported from 75 countries across the globe. 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In an interview with Germany's Der Spiegel that was published on Saturday, the source of the "Panama Papers," which exposed widespread tax evasion and fraud of significant proportions, expressed his fear of Russian retaliation. He claimed to have proof of financial malfeasance by high Russian officials and their friends that helped finance the war in Ukraine, and the magazine cited him using the moniker John Doe. When Spiegel questioned him if he was concerned for his safety, he responded, "It's a risk that I live with, given that the Russian government has expressed the fact that it wants me dead."

When John Doe was questioned by Spiegel regarding the use of tax havens by "strongmen in autocratic regimes," he mentioned the purported function they perform in Russia, where authorities deny breaking the law. "Putin is more of a threat to the United States than Hitler ever was, and shell companies are his best friend," he said of the Russian president.

As Putin's rockets hit shopping malls, shell firms are supporting the Russian military and killing innocent civilians in Ukraine.&nbsp;&nbsp;He claimed that unnamed corporations.&nbsp;By removing responsibility from society, we open the door to these horrors and more. But society cannot run without accountability.&nbsp;&nbsp;He said that a "John Doe" figure "who suffered a torture-induced head injury during the opening credits" had appeared in a two-part Panama Papers documentary that had been shown on the Russian state-funded channel RT. It wasn't subtle, he declared, no matter how absurd and ugly it was. As with the tragedies surrounding Daphne Caruana Galizia and Jan Kuciak, two investigative journalists assassinated in Malta and Slovakia, we have seen others with connections to offshore accounts and tax justice turn to murder.

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/breaking-who-declares-monkeypox-a-global-health-emergency-500076">Monkeypox declared a global health emergency by WHO amid surge in cases</a>

John Doe stated he has no plans to step out from under the obscurity of the Panama Papers in what was billed as his first interview since their publication in 2016. It's impossible to conceive how it might ever be safe to identify myself given how many various international criminal organisations are mentioned in the Panama Papers, some of which have connections to governments, he said. The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists released a number of financial document breaches, including The Panama Papers (ICIJ). Their admissions led to the resignation of Iceland's prime minister and the overthrow of Pakistan's president.

(with inputs from agencies)

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In an interview with Germany's Der Spiegel that was published on Saturday, the source of the "Panama Papers," which exposed widespread tax evasion and fraud of significant proportions, expressed his fear of Russian retaliation.

In an interview with Germany's Der Spiegel that was published on Saturday, the source of the "Panama Papers," which exposed widespread tax evasion and fraud of significant proportions, expressed his fear of Russian retaliation. He claimed to have proof of financial malfeasance by high Russian officials and their friends that helped finance the war in Ukraine, and the magazine cited him using the moniker John Doe. When Spiegel questioned him if he was concerned for his safety, he responded, "It's a risk that I live with, given that the Russian government has expressed the fact that it wants me dead." When John Doe was questioned by Spiegel regarding the use of tax havens by "strongmen in autocratic regimes," he mentioned the purported function they perform in Russia, where authorities deny breaking the law. "Putin is more of a threat to the United States than Hitler ever was, and shell companies are his best friend," he said of the Russian president. As Putin's rockets hit shopping malls, shell firms are supporting the Russian military and killing innocent civilians in Ukraine. He claimed that unnamed corporations. By removing responsibility from society, we open the door to these horrors and more. But society cannot run without accountability. He said that a "John Doe" figure "who suffered a torture-induced head injury during the opening credits" had appeared in a two-part Panama Papers documentary that had been shown on the Russian state-funded channel RT. It wasn't subtle, he declared, no matter how absurd and ugly it was. As with the tragedies surrounding Daphne Caruana Galizia and Jan Kuciak, two investigative journalists assassinated in Malta and Slovakia, we have seen others with connections to offshore accounts and tax justice turn to murder. Also Read: Monkeypox declared a global health emergency by WHO amid surge in cases John Doe stated he has no plans to step out from under the obscurity of the Panama Papers in what was billed as his first interview since their publication in 2016. It's impossible to conceive how it might ever be safe to identify myself given how many various international criminal organisations are mentioned in the Panama Papers, some of which have connections to governments, he said. The International Consortium of Investigative Journalists released a number of financial document breaches, including The Panama Papers (ICIJ). Their admissions led to the resignation of Iceland's prime minister and the overthrow of Pakistan's president. (with inputs from agencies)

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