<p>Taking a cue from other nations, the United States has also re-opened its embassy in Kyiv, Ukraine on Wednesday, said media reports. The embassy had closed down around three months ago. During the closure, the country had also withdrawn American diplomats from Kyiv before the Russian invasion began in February. &nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes as Canada had also opened its embassy in the Ukrainian capital recently. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>US embassy operations resumed in Kyiv on Wednesday, said the State Department. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The diplomats are also returning to the capital on the permanent basis from the western Ukrainian city of Lviv and neighbouring Poland, where they had been temporarily relocated due to the ongoing invasion. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"The Ukrainian people, with our security assistance, have defended their homeland in the face of Russia's unconscionable invasion, and, as a result, the Stars and Stripes are flying over the Embassy once again," said Secretary of State Antony Blinken. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>To mark the anniversary of WWII victory in Europe, the staffers of the US Embassy had started to return to Kyiv on a limited basis on May 8. But the embassy had remained closed till now. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Ukrainian fighters claim to blow up an armoured train with an explosive device in the occupied southern city of Melitopol. It seemed to have been carrying Russian troops, media reports said on Wednesday citing the Ukrainian territorial defence force. &nbsp;</p>

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Taking a cue from other nations, the United States has also re-opened its embassy in Kyiv, Ukraine on Wednesday, said media reports. The embassy had closed down around three months ago. During the closure, the country had also withdrawn American diplomats from Kyiv before the Russian invasion began in February. This comes as Canada had also opened its embassy in the Ukrainian capital recently. US embassy operations resumed in Kyiv on Wednesday, said the State Department. Also Read: Biden backs Finland and Sweden's 'historic' NATO application The diplomats are also returning to the capital on the permanent basis from the western Ukrainian city of Lviv and neighbouring Poland, where they had been temporarily relocated due to the ongoing invasion. "The Ukrainian people, with our security assistance, have defended their homeland in the face of Russia's unconscionable invasion, and, as a result, the Stars and Stripes are flying over the Embassy once again," said Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Watch: Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Over 250 Ukrainians from Azovstal are in Russian captivity × To mark the anniversary of WWII victory in Europe, the staffers of the US Embassy had started to return to Kyiv on a limited basis on May 8. But the embassy had remained closed till now. Meanwhile, Ukrainian fighters claim to blow up an armoured train with an explosive device in the occupied southern city of Melitopol. It seemed to have been carrying Russian troops, media reports said on Wednesday citing the Ukrainian territorial defence force. WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>More trouble for Conservatives of Britain as an unidentified lawmaker from the party has been held on the suspicion of rape, media reports said. On Tuesday, the party said it had asked the MP to stay away from Parliament. This comes as the unnamed leader, said to be in his 50s, is under police investigation on the suspicion of rape and sexual assault offenses. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a statement, the Conservative whips office said, "Until the conclusion of the investigation, we will not be commenting further." &nbsp;</p>

<p>The man still remains in custody, the police said. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>On the suspicion of indecent assault, misconduct in public office and abuse of position of trust, the suspect, who has not been identified, was arrested, said London's Metropolitan Police. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The police claimed that it got a report in January 2020 over the alleged offenses said to have been committed from 2002 to 2009 in London. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Earlier, 65-year-old British lawmaker Neil Parish, who had been suspended from the Conservative parliamentary party, had resigned and said sorry for ‘moment of madness’ when he was caught watching porn in in the House of Commons. UK’s parliament had faced immense criticism over the issue. &nbsp;</p>

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More trouble for Conservatives of Britain as an unidentified lawmaker from the party has been held on the suspicion of rape, media reports said. On Tuesday, the party said it had asked the MP to stay away from Parliament. This comes as the unnamed leader, said to be in his 50s, is under police investigation on the suspicion of rape and sexual assault offenses. Also Read: UK employment level falls to record low; labour shortage persists In a statement, the Conservative whips office said, "Until the conclusion of the investigation, we will not be commenting further." The man still remains in custody, the police said. On the suspicion of indecent assault, misconduct in public office and abuse of position of trust, the suspect, who has not been identified, was arrested, said London's Metropolitan Police. The police claimed that it got a report in January 2020 over the alleged offenses said to have been committed from 2002 to 2009 in London. Watch: UK PM Boris Johnson urges for change in Brexit rules, calls Northern Ireland protocol 'outdated' × Earlier, 65-year-old British lawmaker Neil Parish, who had been suspended from the Conservative parliamentary party, had resigned and said sorry for ‘moment of madness’ when he was caught watching porn in in the House of Commons. UK’s parliament had faced immense criticism over the issue. Another Conservative lawmaker, Imran Ahmad Khan, was also forced to resign recently on being convicted of sexually assaulting a 15-year-old boy. WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>May 18 is a special date for India. It is linked with a development which brought immense pride to the nation. Well, wondering what it is? On May 18, 1974, ‘Smiling Buddha’ operation was carried out. It was actually the first successful nuclear bomb test conducted by India in Rajasthan state's Pokhran. The ‘Smiling Buddha’ was the code name assigned to the operation. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Although it was a peaceful test, India had entered a small list of nations, who had conducted a nuclear test. It was the sixth country in the world to do so. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>The test was held under the supervision of India's nuclear research institute Bhabha Atomic Research Centre’s (BARC) then director Raja Ramanna. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The operation was called 'Smiling Buddha' as it was conducted on Buddha Purnima that year. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the test, Dr Ramanna seems to have told the then prime minister Indira Gandhi, "The Buddha has smiled." &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>On September 7, 1972, the plan had started when the then PM Gandhi authorised the scientists of BARC to detonate an indigenously designed nuclear device. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>After the operation was successful, India became the first nation outside the five permanent United Nations Security Council (UNSC) members to hold the test. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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May 18 is a special date for India. It is linked with a development which brought immense pride to the nation. Well, wondering what it is? On May 18, 1974, ‘Smiling Buddha’ operation was carried out. It was actually the first successful nuclear bomb test conducted by India in Rajasthan state's Pokhran. The ‘Smiling Buddha’ was the code name assigned to the operation. Although it was a peaceful test, India had entered a small list of nations, who had conducted a nuclear test. It was the sixth country in the world to do so. Also Read: PM Modi to take part in G7 Summit next month The test was held under the supervision of India's nuclear research institute Bhabha Atomic Research Centre’s (BARC) then director Raja Ramanna. The operation was called 'Smiling Buddha' as it was conducted on Buddha Purnima that year. After the test, Dr Ramanna seems to have told the then prime minister Indira Gandhi, "The Buddha has smiled." Watch: India launches indigenous 5G Testbed to reduce reliance on foreign facilities × On September 7, 1972, the plan had started when the then PM Gandhi authorised the scientists of BARC to detonate an indigenously designed nuclear device. After the operation was successful, India became the first nation outside the five permanent United Nations Security Council (UNSC) members to hold the test. WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>To ban Russian President Vladimir Putin from entering the country, a bill has been introduced in the Senate of Canada on Tuesday, media reports said. The lawmakers of the country are also looking to stop around 1,000 other members of Russian government and military from passing its borders. This comes as Russia seems to have taken over the Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement, Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino said, "Banning close associates and key supporters of Putin's regime, including those responsible for this unprovoked aggression, from entering our country is one of the many ways in which we`re holding Russia accountable for its crimes." &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Since the beginning of the Ukraine war, a number of sanctions has been imposed against Russia by Canada and other Western allies. Canada has also been sending weapons to Ukraine. &nbsp;</p>

<p>As a retaliation, Russia has also banned Canadian PM Justin Trudeau, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and over 600 Canadians from entering its country. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Without amending the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA), Canada may not be able to ban entry to individuals, which are covered under sanctions, said a spokesman for the ministry. &nbsp;</p>

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To ban Russian President Vladimir Putin from entering the country, a bill has been introduced in the Senate of Canada on Tuesday, media reports said. The lawmakers of the country are also looking to stop around 1,000 other members of Russian government and military from passing its borders. This comes as Russia seems to have taken over the Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol. In a statement, Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino said, "Banning close associates and key supporters of Putin's regime, including those responsible for this unprovoked aggression, from entering our country is one of the many ways in which we`re holding Russia accountable for its crimes." Also Read: After Finland, Sweden decides to join NATO; Putin says expect a 'response' Since the beginning of the Ukraine war, a number of sanctions has been imposed against Russia by Canada and other Western allies. Canada has also been sending weapons to Ukraine. As a retaliation, Russia has also banned Canadian PM Justin Trudeau, Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and over 600 Canadians from entering its country. Watch | Russia-Ukraine conflict: Finnish President speaks to Russian Prez Vladimir Putin × Without amending the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA), Canada may not be able to ban entry to individuals, which are covered under sanctions, said a spokesman for the ministry. "Once in force, these amendments to IRPA will apply to all foreign nationals subject to sanctions by Canada, and any accompanying family members," the statement said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>The first officially acknowledged COVID-19 outbreak seems to have been worsening in North Korea. The country's response has been slammed by the leader Kim Jong Un as "immature". He accused government officials of inadequacies and inertia, state media reported on Wednesday.</p>

<p>The country has witnessed a huge spike in the number of fever cases. Around 232,880 more people have been reported to have fever symptoms in North Korea. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Six more deaths have also been declared by the country. However, the nation did not say how many people had tested positive for the virus. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>On Tuesday, a politburo meeting of the ruling Workers' Party was organised. While presiding over it, Kim said the "immaturity in the state capacity for coping with the crisis" increased the "complexity and hardships" in fighting the pandemic when "time is the life", as per the KCNA. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Around 1.72 million patients with fever symptoms have been reported by the country since the acknowledgement of the Covid outbreak. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Around 62 deaths have also been reported till Tuesday evening. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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The first officially acknowledged COVID-19 outbreak seems to have been worsening in North Korea. The country's response has been slammed by the leader Kim Jong Un as "immature".

The first officially acknowledged COVID-19 outbreak seems to have been worsening in North Korea. The country's response has been slammed by the leader Kim Jong Un as "immature". He accused government officials of inadequacies and inertia, state media reported on Wednesday. The country has witnessed a huge spike in the number of fever cases. Around 232,880 more people have been reported to have fever symptoms in North Korea. Six more deaths have also been declared by the country. However, the nation did not say how many people had tested positive for the virus. Also Read: Kim Jong Un orders North Korea's military to 'stabilise' medicine supply as COVID-19 outbreak surges On Tuesday, a politburo meeting of the ruling Workers' Party was organised. While presiding over it, Kim said the "immaturity in the state capacity for coping with the crisis" increased the "complexity and hardships" in fighting the pandemic when "time is the life", as per the KCNA. Around 1.72 million patients with fever symptoms have been reported by the country since the acknowledgement of the Covid outbreak. Watch: Can North Korea battle ‘deadly’ coronavirus wave? × Around 62 deaths have also been reported till Tuesday evening. A Covid treatment guide has been developed by the health officials to prevent drug overdoses and other mistreatments, which has led to several reported deaths, the KCNA said. WATCH WION LIVE HERE (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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Major anti-government protests have erupted in Iran. Prices of food staples have soared by as much as 300%. Reports say 5 people have died in a crackdown by authorities. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

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Elon Musk wants Twitter to prove that less than 5% of its users are bots. The billionaire says he won't proceed with his takeover until evidence is produced. Will Musk walk away from the Twitter deal? Molly Gambhir gets you the details.

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Lebanon's Parliamentary elections have concluded, the Hezbollah & its allies have lost the majority. They have won just 62 seats, way less than the 71 seats they won last time. What does this mean? Who's going to call the shots in Lebanon? Molly Gambhir reports.

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China is facing a nightmare in Balochistan. Anti-China sentiments are growing in the province, as are attacks on Chinese nationals. As the situation worsens, many Chinese nationals are leaving Pakistan for their safety. Molly Gambhir reports.

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<p>In the crash of a China Eastern Airlines jet, the investigators are probing that whether the incident occurred due to an intentional act on the flight deck, media reports said. There has been no evidence of a technical malfunction, a Reuters report said, citing sources.&nbsp;The flight data from a black box of the Boeing 737-800 showed someone in the cockpit had crashed the plane intentionally, said the Wall Street Journal in a report on Tuesday. It had cited sources familiar with the preliminary assessment of the US officials. &nbsp;</p>

<p>On March 21, the Boeing 737-800, which was en route from Kunming to Guangzhou, crashed in the mountains of Guangxi. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>In a sudden plunge from the cruising altitude, the plane had went down. In the mishap, all 123 passengers and nine crew members aboard had died. &nbsp;</p>

<p>In 28 years, this accident was the China's deadliest aviation disaster. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>During the rapid descent, the pilots had also not responded to the repeated calls from the air traffic controllers and nearby planes, the authorities said. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The investigators are looking for evidence to ascertain whether the crash was a "voluntary" act, Reuters reported citing sources. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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