<p>Russian chess great Garry Kasparov hoped that his "little joke" on Indian politics does not pass for "advocacy or expertise" after his cheeky social media post on Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's love for the game went viral.</p>

<p>Within hours of asking Gandhi to "first win Rae Bareli before challenging for the top", the 61-year-old said it was just a joke and should be seen as one.</p>

<p>"I very much hope my little joke does not pass for advocacy or expertise in Indian politics! But as an 'all-seeing monster with 1000 eyes,' as I was once described, I cannot fail to see a politician dabbling in my beloved game!" the former world champion, who retired in 2005, wrote in response to a post by actor Ranvir Shorey.</p>

<p>Shorey's comment appeared to be a dig at Gandhi's recent assertion that he was the best chess player among all Indian politicians. Kasparov gave the same reply to a few other accounts which commented on his original post.</p>

<p>The Congress recently shared a video of Gandhi playing chess on his mobile phone while on the Lok Sabha election campaign trail. The MP from Wayanad named Kasparov as his favourite chess player and drew parallels between the game and politics.</p>

<p>A user on X made a cheeky comment on his page, which read "feel so relieved that @Kasparov63 and @vishy64theking retired early and didn't have to face the greatest chess genius of our times."</p>

<p>Kasparov, rather unusually, originally responded to that post.</p>

<p>"Traditional (sic) dictates that you should first win from Raebareli before challenging for the top," wrote the fierce critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin who is based in Croatia after fleeing his country.</p>

<p>Gandhi, while naming Kasparov as his favourite chess player, described him as a "non-linear thinker" in the Congress video.</p>

<p>"...once you get slightly better at it, the opponent's pieces actually operate almost like your own," he said, drawing comparison between chess and politics.</p>

<p>Gandhi filed his nomination from Rae Bareli in Uttar Pradesh on Friday and is also contesting from Wayanad.</p>

<p>A former world number one for a record 255 weeks, Kasparov became the youngest-ever undisputed world champion at the age of 22 in 1985 and is a political activist now.</p>

<p>The iconic player is a contemporary of Indian great Viswanathan Anand.</p>

<p>Recently, when 17-year-old D Gukesh bettered his record of becoming the youngest challenger to the world title by winning the Candidates Tournament in Toronto, Kasparov had put out a congratulatory post on X.</p>

<p>He described Gukesh as "the Indian earthquake in Toronto".</p>

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Russian chess great Garry Kasparov hoped that his "little joke" on Indian politics does not pass for "advocacy or expertise" after his cheeky social media post on Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's love for the game went viral.

Russian chess great Garry Kasparov hoped that his "little joke" on Indian politics does not pass for "advocacy or expertise" after his cheeky social media post on Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's love for the game went viral. Within hours of asking Gandhi to "first win Rae Bareli before challenging for the top", the 61-year-old said it was just a joke and should be seen as one. "I very much hope my little joke does not pass for advocacy or expertise in Indian politics! But as an 'all-seeing monster with 1000 eyes,' as I was once described, I cannot fail to see a politician dabbling in my beloved game!" the former world champion, who retired in 2005, wrote in response to a post by actor Ranvir Shorey. Shorey's comment appeared to be a dig at Gandhi's recent assertion that he was the best chess player among all Indian politicians. Kasparov gave the same reply to a few other accounts which commented on his original post. The Congress recently shared a video of Gandhi playing chess on his mobile phone while on the Lok Sabha election campaign trail. The MP from Wayanad named Kasparov as his favourite chess player and drew parallels between the game and politics. A user on X made a cheeky comment on his page, which read "feel so relieved that @Kasparov63 and @vishy64theking retired early and didn't have to face the greatest chess genius of our times." Kasparov, rather unusually, originally responded to that post. "Traditional (sic) dictates that you should first win from Raebareli before challenging for the top," wrote the fierce critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin who is based in Croatia after fleeing his country. Gandhi, while naming Kasparov as his favourite chess player, described him as a "non-linear thinker" in the Congress video. "...once you get slightly better at it, the opponent's pieces actually operate almost like your own," he said, drawing comparison between chess and politics. Gandhi filed his nomination from Rae Bareli in Uttar Pradesh on Friday and is also contesting from Wayanad. A former world number one for a record 255 weeks, Kasparov became the youngest-ever undisputed world champion at the age of 22 in 1985 and is a political activist now. The iconic player is a contemporary of Indian great Viswanathan Anand. Recently, when 17-year-old D Gukesh bettered his record of becoming the youngest challenger to the world title by winning the Candidates Tournament in Toronto, Kasparov had put out a congratulatory post on X. He described Gukesh as "the Indian earthquake in Toronto".

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<p>An Indian couple and their grandchild were killed&nbsp;in a multi-vehicle collision on Highway 401 in Canada's Whitby earlier this week,&nbsp;news agency ANI reported on Saturday (May 4). The&nbsp;collision that occurred on Monday (April 29)&nbsp;night&nbsp;claimed the lives of four individuals, including the three-month-old infant. Manivannan, his wife Mahalakshmi, their grandchild, and the infant's parents were travelling in a Nissan Sentra when the accident took place.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The parents of the child, residents of Ajax, survived the crash but sustained injuries. The 33-year-old father and 27-year-old mother were both hospitalised, with the mother undergoing treatment for serious injuries.</p>

<h2><strong>Cargo van involved in collision&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The cargo van involved in the collision also suffered casualties.&nbsp; ANI reported that the driver of the&nbsp;van&nbsp;was pronounced deceased at the scene while his&nbsp;passenger&nbsp;was hospitalised&nbsp;with&nbsp;serious&nbsp;injuries.</p>

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<p>In a post on X, the Consulate General of India,&nbsp;Toronto&nbsp;said, "Heartfelt condolences on the tragic loss of Indian nationals Mr Manivannan, Mrs&nbsp;Mahalakshmi &amp; their grandchild in the Highway 401 collision. CG met the bereaved family at the hospital &amp; assured all possible assistance. We are in touch with Canadian authorities."</p>

<h2><strong>Probe launched</strong></h2>

<p>The authorities launched a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.</p>

<p>The Special Investigations Unit of the province continued&nbsp;probing the details of the collision, with a team of investigators and reconstructionists dedicated to unravelling the sequence of events, the report added.&nbsp;</p>

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An Indian couple and their grandchild were killed in a multi-vehicle collision on Highway 401 in Canada's Whitby earlier this week, news agency ANI reported on Saturday (May 4).

An Indian couple and their grandchild were killed in a multi-vehicle collision on Highway 401 in Canada's Whitby earlier this week, news agency ANI reported on Saturday (May 4). The collision that occurred on Monday (April 29) night claimed the lives of four individuals, including the three-month-old infant. Manivannan, his wife Mahalakshmi, their grandchild, and the infant's parents were travelling in a Nissan Sentra when the accident took place. The parents of the child, residents of Ajax, survived the crash but sustained injuries. The 33-year-old father and 27-year-old mother were both hospitalised, with the mother undergoing treatment for serious injuries. Cargo van involved in collision The cargo van involved in the collision also suffered casualties. ANI reported that the driver of the van was pronounced deceased at the scene while his passenger was hospitalised with serious injuries. Heartfelt condolences on tragic loss of Indian nationals Mr. Manivannan, Mrs. Mahalakshmi & their grandchild in the Highway 401 collision. CG met the bereaved family at the hospital & assured all possible assistance. We are in touch with Canadian authorities @MEAIndia @HCI_Ottawa — IndiainToronto (@IndiainToronto) May 3, 2024 × In a post on X, the Consulate General of India, Toronto said, "Heartfelt condolences on the tragic loss of Indian nationals Mr Manivannan, Mrs Mahalakshmi & their grandchild in the Highway 401 collision. CG met the bereaved family at the hospital & assured all possible assistance. We are in touch with Canadian authorities." Probe launched The authorities launched a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The Special Investigations Unit of the province continued probing the details of the collision, with a team of investigators and reconstructionists dedicated to unravelling the sequence of events, the report added. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>A&nbsp;delegation of the Palestinian group Hamas landed in Cairo on Saturday to resume talks on a ceasefire deal in Gaza&nbsp;after months of negotiations failed to be fruitful, reported local media.</p>

<p>Egyptian state-linked Al Qahera News Television quoted a high-ranking source as saying that "there is significant progress in the negotiations" between the Palestinian militant group and Israel, and that the Egyptian mediators have "reached an agreed-upon formula on most points of contention."</p>

<p>Palestinian militant group Hamas said on late&nbsp;Friday (May 3) that its delegation would travel to Cairo on Saturday to resume Gaza ceasefire talks with Israel. In a statement, Hamas said, "We emphasise the positive spirit with which the&nbsp;Hamas&nbsp;leadership dealt with the ceasefire proposal it recently received, and we are going to Cairo in the same spirit to reach an agreement."</p>

<p>"We in&nbsp;Hamas&nbsp;and the Palestinian resistance forces are determined to achieve an agreement that fulfils our people's demands for a complete cessation of the aggression, the withdrawal of the occupation forces, the return of the displaced, relief and reconstruction, and a serious exchange deal," it added.</p>

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<p>Hamas' remarks came as foreign mediators have been waiting for a response from the group&nbsp;to halt the fighting for 40 days and exchange hostages for Palestinian prisoners.</p>

<h2><strong>'Netanyahu is still the obstructionist'</strong></h2>

<p>While Hamas has demanded&nbsp;a lasting ceasefire in the Gaza Strip,&nbsp;Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to crush its remaining fighters in Rafah. On Friday, a top Hamas official accused Netanyahu&nbsp;of trying to derail a proposed Gaza truce and hostage release deal with his threats to keep fighting the militants, the news agency AFP reported.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Future of war: Will private military contractors take over? | WION Decodes</strong></p>

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<p>"Netanyahu was the obstructionist of all previous rounds of dialogue... and it is clear that he still is," the official added.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Rafah offensive could lead to bloodbath: WHO</strong></h2>

<p>On Friday, the World Health Organization (WHO) warned that Israel's offensive in Rafah could lead to a "bloodbath." In a post on X, WHO's Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said, "WHO is deeply concerned that a full-scale military operation in Rafah, Gaza, could lead to a&nbsp;bloodbath,&nbsp;and further weaken an already broken health system."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The WHO earlier said that&nbsp;most of Gaza's&nbsp;health facilities have been damaged or destroyed amid heavy Israeli bombardment.</p>

<p>Only 12 of Gaza's 36 hospitals and 22 of its 88 primary health facilities are "partially functional", the UN health agency added.&nbsp;</p>

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A delegation of the Palestinian group Hamas landed in Cairo on Saturday to resume talks on a ceasefire deal in Gaza after months of negotiations failed to be fruitful, reported local media.

A delegation of the Palestinian group Hamas landed in Cairo on Saturday to resume talks on a ceasefire deal in Gaza after months of negotiations failed to be fruitful, reported local media. Egyptian state-linked Al Qahera News Television quoted a high-ranking source as saying that "there is significant progress in the negotiations" between the Palestinian militant group and Israel, and that the Egyptian mediators have "reached an agreed-upon formula on most points of contention." Palestinian militant group Hamas said on late Friday (May 3) that its delegation would travel to Cairo on Saturday to resume Gaza ceasefire talks with Israel. In a statement, Hamas said, "We emphasise the positive spirit with which the Hamas leadership dealt with the ceasefire proposal it recently received, and we are going to Cairo in the same spirit to reach an agreement." "We in Hamas and the Palestinian resistance forces are determined to achieve an agreement that fulfils our people's demands for a complete cessation of the aggression, the withdrawal of the occupation forces, the return of the displaced, relief and reconstruction, and a serious exchange deal," it added. Also read | Pro-Palestine protests: Graduation ceremonies at US universities may see walkouts Hamas' remarks came as foreign mediators have been waiting for a response from the group to halt the fighting for 40 days and exchange hostages for Palestinian prisoners. 'Netanyahu is still the obstructionist' While Hamas has demanded a lasting ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed to crush its remaining fighters in Rafah. On Friday, a top Hamas official accused Netanyahu of trying to derail a proposed Gaza truce and hostage release deal with his threats to keep fighting the militants, the news agency AFP reported. Also watch | Future of war: Will private military contractors take over? | WION Decodes × "Netanyahu was the obstructionist of all previous rounds of dialogue... and it is clear that he still is," the official added. Rafah offensive could lead to bloodbath: WHO On Friday, the World Health Organization (WHO) warned that Israel's offensive in Rafah could lead to a "bloodbath." In a post on X, WHO's Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said, "WHO is deeply concerned that a full-scale military operation in Rafah, Gaza, could lead to a bloodbath, and further weaken an already broken health system." The WHO earlier said that most of Gaza's health facilities have been damaged or destroyed amid heavy Israeli bombardment. Only 12 of Gaza's 36 hospitals and 22 of its 88 primary health facilities are "partially functional", the UN health agency added. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>A recent study by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Indore, has suggested that early diagnosis of&nbsp;Alzheimer's&nbsp;Disease (AD) is possible with advanced artificial intelligence (AI) techniques. The study, published in the <strong><a href="https://www.nature.com/articles/s44220-024-00237-x">Nature Mental Health journal</a></strong>,&nbsp;leverages advanced AI techniques to unlock new potentials in&nbsp;Alzheimer’s&nbsp;research, marking a significant advancement in understanding and diagnosing this challenging condition.</p>

<p>The study was led by Professor M Tanveer of IIT Indore.&nbsp;The study&nbsp;not only&nbsp;highlights&nbsp;the transformative role of AI in advancing medical diagnostics&nbsp;but also&nbsp;emphasises the critical role of multidisciplinary expertise and international collaboration in tackling complex healthcare challenges.</p>

<p>Alzheimer's&nbsp;<span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:&quot;Arial&quot;,sans-serif">is a devastating condition characterised by the progressive deterioration of cognitive abilities in the elderly population, presenting a major global health challenge. </span></span></span></p>

<h2><strong>A look at ensemble deep learning</strong></h2>

<p>The study&nbsp;provides an in-depth exploration of recent advancements in ensemble deep learning, delving into sophisticated design features, diversity, and the combination of different&nbsp;types of data, including neuroimaging and genetic information.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/strong-link-found-between-alzheimers-disease-and-intake-of-processed-food-study-686418">Strong link found between Alzheimer's disease and intake of processed food: Study</a></strong></p>

<p>"Lately, ensemble deep learning has become popular for enhancing the performance and reliability of&nbsp;Alzheimer’s&nbsp;disease diagnosis,"&nbsp;the study said.</p>

<p>&nbsp;"Leveraging neuroimaging data obtained from advanced techniques such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and positron emission tomography (PET), the researchers have meticulously reviewed sophisticated ensemble deep learning models in the manuscript,"&nbsp;it added.</p>

<h2><strong>'Early diagnosis of&nbsp;Alzheimer's&nbsp;crucial'</strong></h2>

<p>Professor Tanveer said that an accurate and early diagnosis of&nbsp;Alzheimer's&nbsp;disease is paramount for effective intervention and treatment planning.&nbsp;"Our research&nbsp;not only enhances diagnostic precision but also&nbsp;enriches our understanding of the intricate dynamics underlying AD,”&nbsp;said Tanveer.</p>

<p>"Early and accurate diagnosis of&nbsp;Alzheimer’s&nbsp;is crucial. It allows for timely intervention, better management of the condition, and helps&nbsp;in planning&nbsp;appropriate treatments. Moreover, understanding the&nbsp;brain's&nbsp;dynamics through advanced AI techniques can significantly enhance the quality of life for patients and their families,"&nbsp;the professor added.&nbsp;</p>

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A recent study by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Indore, has suggested that early diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease (AD) is possible with advanced artificial intelligence (AI) techniques.

A recent study by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Indore, has suggested that early diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease (AD) is possible with advanced artificial intelligence (AI) techniques. The study, published in the Nature Mental Health journal, leverages advanced AI techniques to unlock new potentials in Alzheimer’s research, marking a significant advancement in understanding and diagnosing this challenging condition. The study was led by Professor M Tanveer of IIT Indore. The study not only highlights the transformative role of AI in advancing medical diagnostics but also emphasises the critical role of multidisciplinary expertise and international collaboration in tackling complex healthcare challenges. Alzheimer's is a devastating condition characterised by the progressive deterioration of cognitive abilities in the elderly population, presenting a major global health challenge. A look at ensemble deep learning The study provides an in-depth exploration of recent advancements in ensemble deep learning, delving into sophisticated design features, diversity, and the combination of different types of data, including neuroimaging and genetic information. Also read | Strong link found between Alzheimer's disease and intake of processed food: Study "Lately, ensemble deep learning has become popular for enhancing the performance and reliability of Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis," the study said. "Leveraging neuroimaging data obtained from advanced techniques such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and positron emission tomography (PET), the researchers have meticulously reviewed sophisticated ensemble deep learning models in the manuscript," it added. 'Early diagnosis of Alzheimer's crucial' Professor Tanveer said that an accurate and early diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease is paramount for effective intervention and treatment planning. "Our research not only enhances diagnostic precision but also enriches our understanding of the intricate dynamics underlying AD,” said Tanveer. "Early and accurate diagnosis of Alzheimer’s is crucial. It allows for timely intervention, better management of the condition, and helps in planning appropriate treatments. Moreover, understanding the brain's dynamics through advanced AI techniques can significantly enhance the quality of life for patients and their families," the professor added. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Russia on Friday (May 3) sharply reacted to&nbsp;British Foreign Secretary&nbsp;David&nbsp;Cameron's statement that Ukraine could use British weapons against targets inside Russia if it wanted to. During a briefing, Foreign Ministry spokesperson&nbsp;Maria Zakharova said, "On May 2, the former Prime Minister, current Foreign minister of Britain&nbsp;David&nbsp;Cameron&nbsp;during&nbsp;an interview with Reuters agency suddenly claimed that Ukraine has the right to perform strikes, as he said it, against the Russian territory, using British weapons. There was a formidable fuss in the world's media, British included."</p>

<p>"Why so? Because it's the first time that a Western politician admitted something that is already an open secret to all the countries of the world's majority - the West is conducting a flat-out war against Russia with the hands of the Ukrainians," Zakharova added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Zakharova said that Moscow would respond if Ukraine launched strikes against Russian territory with British weapons.</p>

<p>"How irresponsible and&nbsp;callous&nbsp;do you have to be not to realise what such statements lead to, especially with regard to countries with nuclear weapons?&nbsp;We always respond, but how can you not think about the feelings of British subjects and EU citizens," she further said.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What did Cameron say?</strong></h2>

<p>On Thursday (May 2), British Foreign Secretary Cameron promised $3.7 billion of annual military aid to&nbsp;Ukraine and said that London had no objection to its weapons&nbsp;being used&nbsp;inside Russia.</p>

<p>"Ukraine has that right. Just as Russia is striking inside Ukraine, you can quite understand why Ukraine feels the need to make sure it's defending itself,"&nbsp;Cameron&nbsp;told Reuters during a visit to Kyiv.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Future of war: Will private military contractors take over? | WION Decodes</strong></p>

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<p>The British foreign secretary's remark put Britain&nbsp;in a more hawkish position towards Russia than&nbsp;the United States (US), which said that&nbsp;any weapons it supplies to Ukraine should only be used&nbsp;within Ukraine's internationally recognised borders rather than against targets inside Russia itself.</p>

<h2><strong>Cameron's remark is dangerous:&nbsp;Kremlin</strong></h2>

<p>Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov described&nbsp;Cameron's comments as dangerous.</p>

<p>"This is a direct escalation of tension around the Ukrainian conflict, which could potentially pose a danger to European security, to the entire European security architecture," Peskov said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This is where we see such a dangerous trend of escalating tension in official statements.&nbsp;This&nbsp;is a cause for our concern,"&nbsp;he&nbsp;added.</p>

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Russia on Friday (May 3) sharply reacted to British Foreign Secretary David Cameron's statement that Ukraine could use British weapons against targets inside Russia if it wanted to.

Russia on Friday (May 3) sharply reacted to British Foreign Secretary David Cameron's statement that Ukraine could use British weapons against targets inside Russia if it wanted to. During a briefing, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said, "On May 2, the former Prime Minister, current Foreign minister of Britain David Cameron during an interview with Reuters agency suddenly claimed that Ukraine has the right to perform strikes, as he said it, against the Russian territory, using British weapons. There was a formidable fuss in the world's media, British included." "Why so? Because it's the first time that a Western politician admitted something that is already an open secret to all the countries of the world's majority - the West is conducting a flat-out war against Russia with the hands of the Ukrainians," Zakharova added. Also read | Macron reaffirms he doesn't rule out troops for Ukraine Zakharova said that Moscow would respond if Ukraine launched strikes against Russian territory with British weapons. "How irresponsible and callous do you have to be not to realise what such statements lead to, especially with regard to countries with nuclear weapons? We always respond, but how can you not think about the feelings of British subjects and EU citizens," she further said. What did Cameron say? On Thursday (May 2), British Foreign Secretary Cameron promised $3.7 billion of annual military aid to Ukraine and said that London had no objection to its weapons being used inside Russia. "Ukraine has that right. Just as Russia is striking inside Ukraine, you can quite understand why Ukraine feels the need to make sure it's defending itself," Cameron told Reuters during a visit to Kyiv. Also watch | Future of war: Will private military contractors take over? | WION Decodes × The British foreign secretary's remark put Britain in a more hawkish position towards Russia than the United States (US), which said that any weapons it supplies to Ukraine should only be used within Ukraine's internationally recognised borders rather than against targets inside Russia itself. Cameron's remark is dangerous: Kremlin Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov described Cameron's comments as dangerous. "This is a direct escalation of tension around the Ukrainian conflict, which could potentially pose a danger to European security, to the entire European security architecture," Peskov said. "This is where we see such a dangerous trend of escalating tension in official statements. This is a cause for our concern," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>A year ago on May 3, 2023, ethnic violence broke out in the northeast Indian state of Manipur between the&nbsp;Meitei community and tribal Kukis. Since then, at least 220 people have&nbsp;been killed, thousands injured&nbsp;and tens of thousands displaced.</p>

<p>Friday marks the first anniversary of the violence. Although&nbsp;much of the violence was put down&nbsp;within days, sporadic clashes, gun battles, and bomb attacks have continued in Manipur&nbsp;which&nbsp;has a population&nbsp;of 3.2 million.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A report by the news agency Reuters said that security forces were on heightened alert in the state on the first anniversary of the violence.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Elaborate preventive measures are in place," a top police official told Reuters.</p>

<h2><strong>How the violence broke out</strong></h2>

<p>The violence in Manipur erupted after a court ordered the&nbsp;state government to consider extending&nbsp;special&nbsp;economic benefits and quotas in government jobs and education enjoyed by the Kukis to the majority community of Meiteis as well.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/manipur-violence-women-paraded-naked-were-denied-refuge-in-police-vehicle-cbi-chargesheet-reveals-716726">Manipur violence: Women paraded naked had been denied refuge in police vehicle, reveals CBI chargesheet</a></strong></p>

<p>Kukis&nbsp;make up&nbsp;16 per cent of the population&nbsp;while&nbsp;Meiteis form 53 per cent.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Kukis demanded the&nbsp;federal government carve out a separate administration to govern the hills dominated by Kukis, accusing the state government of being partial to the Meiteis.</p>

<p>The violence specifically grabbed global headlines after news came in that three women were stripped and paraded by a mob. The police said that they registered a case of gang rape and abduction, and soon&nbsp;the culprits were arrested.</p>

<h2><strong>Kukis to observe May 3 as 'Kuki-Zo Awakening Day'</strong></h2>

<p>Reuters reported that the&nbsp;Kuki Inpi&nbsp;Manipur, the apex body of the Kukis, said it&nbsp;will&nbsp;observe May 3 as "Kuki-Zo Awakening Day", or a day for "introspection" and "self-realisation".</p>

<p>Kuki-dominated hill districts will hold mass prayers at churches followed by meetings to remember&nbsp;those who lost their lives the past year.</p>

<p>The Indigenous Tribal Leaders Forum (ITLF), another body representing Kuki interests, has called for a shutdown through the day in the Kuki-dominated district of Churachandpur to "honour the sacrifices and struggles of our warriors".</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agenices)</em></p>


A year ago on May 3, 2023, ethnic violence broke out in the northeast Indian state of Manipur between the Meitei community and tribal Kukis. Since then, at least 220 people have been killed, thousands injured and tens of thousands displaced.

A year ago on May 3, 2023, ethnic violence broke out in the northeast Indian state of Manipur between the Meitei community and tribal Kukis. Since then, at least 220 people have been killed, thousands injured and tens of thousands displaced. Friday marks the first anniversary of the violence. Although much of the violence was put down within days, sporadic clashes, gun battles, and bomb attacks have continued in Manipur which has a population of 3.2 million. A report by the news agency Reuters said that security forces were on heightened alert in the state on the first anniversary of the violence. "Elaborate preventive measures are in place," a top police official told Reuters. How the violence broke out The violence in Manipur erupted after a court ordered the state government to consider extending special economic benefits and quotas in government jobs and education enjoyed by the Kukis to the majority community of Meiteis as well. Also read | Manipur violence: Women paraded naked had been denied refuge in police vehicle, reveals CBI chargesheet Kukis make up 16 per cent of the population while Meiteis form 53 per cent. The Kukis demanded the federal government carve out a separate administration to govern the hills dominated by Kukis, accusing the state government of being partial to the Meiteis. The violence specifically grabbed global headlines after news came in that three women were stripped and paraded by a mob. The police said that they registered a case of gang rape and abduction, and soon the culprits were arrested. Kukis to observe May 3 as 'Kuki-Zo Awakening Day' Reuters reported that the Kuki Inpi Manipur, the apex body of the Kukis, said it will observe May 3 as "Kuki-Zo Awakening Day", or a day for "introspection" and "self-realisation". Kuki-dominated hill districts will hold mass prayers at churches followed by meetings to remember those who lost their lives the past year. The Indigenous Tribal Leaders Forum (ITLF), another body representing Kuki interests, has called for a shutdown through the day in the Kuki-dominated district of Churachandpur to "honour the sacrifices and struggles of our warriors". (With inputs from agenices)

Manipur violence: One year on, sporadic clashes, gun battles continue in Indian state

<p>UNESCO&nbsp;on Thursday awarded its world press freedom prize to all Palestinian journalists covering the war in Gaza, where Israel has been battling Hamas for more than six months.</p>

<p>"In these times of darkness and hopelessness, we wish to share a strong message of solidarity and recognition to those Palestinian journalists who are covering this crisis in such dramatic circumstances," said Mauricio Weibel, chair of the international jury of media professionals.</p>

<p>"As humanity, we have a huge debt to their courage and commitment to freedom of expression," he added.</p>

<p>Audrey Azoulay, director general at the UN organisation for education, science and culture, said the prize paid "tribute to the courage of journalists facing difficult and dangerous circumstances".</p>

<p>According to the New York-based Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ),&nbsp;at least 97 members of the press have been killed since the war broke out in October, 92 of whom were Palestinians.</p>

<p>The war started with Hamas's unprecedented October 7 attack on Israel that resulted in the deaths of 1,170 people, mostly civilians, according to an AFP tally of Israeli official figures.</p>

<p>Israel estimates that 129 captives seized by militants during their attack remain in Gaza. The military says 34 of them are dead.</p>

<p>Israel's retaliatory offensive against Hamas has killed at least 34,596 people in Gaza, mostly women and children, according to the Hamas-run territory's health ministry.</p>


UNESCO on Thursday awarded its world press freedom prize to all Palestinian journalists covering the war in Gaza, where Israel has been battling Hamas for more than six months.

UNESCO on Thursday awarded its world press freedom prize to all Palestinian journalists covering the war in Gaza, where Israel has been battling Hamas for more than six months. "In these times of darkness and hopelessness, we wish to share a strong message of solidarity and recognition to those Palestinian journalists who are covering this crisis in such dramatic circumstances," said Mauricio Weibel, chair of the international jury of media professionals. "As humanity, we have a huge debt to their courage and commitment to freedom of expression," he added. Audrey Azoulay, director general at the UN organisation for education, science and culture, said the prize paid "tribute to the courage of journalists facing difficult and dangerous circumstances". According to the New York-based Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ), at least 97 members of the press have been killed since the war broke out in October, 92 of whom were Palestinians. The war started with Hamas's unprecedented October 7 attack on Israel that resulted in the deaths of 1,170 people, mostly civilians, according to an AFP tally of Israeli official figures. Israel estimates that 129 captives seized by militants during their attack remain in Gaza. The military says 34 of them are dead. Israel's retaliatory offensive against Hamas has killed at least 34,596 people in Gaza, mostly women and children, according to the Hamas-run territory's health ministry.

UNESCO awards press prize to Palestinian journalists in Gaza

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<p>Former British prime minister Boris Johnson, who as PM introduced a&nbsp;requirement for voters to show photo ID while voting, was turned away from a polling station on Thursday (May 2)&nbsp;after he forgot to bring his ID, British media reported.</p>

<p>In 2022, Johnson introduced&nbsp;the Elections Act requiring photo ID. A report by Sky News on Friday said that Johnson attempted&nbsp;to cast his ballot in South Oxfordshire, where a police and crime commissioner for the Thames Valley was&nbsp;being selected. However, he&nbsp;was turned away.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>A spokesperson for Johnson told Politico&nbsp;that&nbsp;the former PM&nbsp;was turned away&nbsp;at the first attempt but did say he managed to cast his ballot.</p>

<h2><strong>What was the act introduced by Johnson?</strong></h2>

<p>Under the&nbsp;Elections Act, voters must bring a photo ID to cast their ballot.&nbsp;A few&nbsp;other provisions of the act include&nbsp;extending the current imprint rules onto digital election material and&nbsp;tightening spending limits on third parties.</p>

<p>The act was proved&nbsp;to be&nbsp;controversial,&nbsp;with fears that it would&nbsp;prove&nbsp;a deterrent to voting, particularly among disadvantaged groups, Sky News reported.&nbsp;Last year, the Electoral Commission warned the act could exclude&nbsp;hundreds of thousands of people, including those with disabilities and from minority ethnic backgrounds.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch | Race To Power:&nbsp;Will Boris Johnson campaign for Rishi Sunak?</strong></p>

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<p>The commission found out that in local elections in May 2023, 14,000 people&nbsp;were not able to&nbsp;vote because they did not have acceptable ID. In the UK, the acceptable forms of voter ID include&nbsp;passports, driving licences, and&nbsp;certain&nbsp;local travel cards.</p>

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Former British prime minister Boris Johnson, who as PM introduced a requirement for voters to show photo ID while voting, was turned away from a polling station on Thursday (May 2) after he forgot to bring his ID, British media reported.

Former British prime minister Boris Johnson, who as PM introduced a requirement for voters to show photo ID while voting, was turned away from a polling station on Thursday (May 2) after he forgot to bring his ID, British media reported. In 2022, Johnson introduced the Elections Act requiring photo ID. A report by Sky News on Friday said that Johnson attempted to cast his ballot in South Oxfordshire, where a police and crime commissioner for the Thames Valley was being selected. However, he was turned away. Also read | ‘I like his style’: Boris Johnson says Trump as next US president will be ‘big win for the world’ A spokesperson for Johnson told Politico that the former PM was turned away at the first attempt but did say he managed to cast his ballot. What was the act introduced by Johnson? Under the Elections Act, voters must bring a photo ID to cast their ballot. A few other provisions of the act include extending the current imprint rules onto digital election material and tightening spending limits on third parties. The act was proved to be controversial, with fears that it would prove a deterrent to voting, particularly among disadvantaged groups, Sky News reported. Last year, the Electoral Commission warned the act could exclude hundreds of thousands of people, including those with disabilities and from minority ethnic backgrounds. Also watch | Race To Power: Will Boris Johnson campaign for Rishi Sunak? × The commission found out that in local elections in May 2023, 14,000 people were not able to vote because they did not have acceptable ID. In the UK, the acceptable forms of voter ID include passports, driving licences, and certain local travel cards. (With inputs from agencies)

Ex-UK PM Boris Johnson becomes victim of his own voting rule. Here's how

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<p>Pakistan's&nbsp;Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has stopped Chinese nationals from travelling in the province without armoured vehicles, Dawn newspaper reported on Wednesday (May 1), citing&nbsp;a senior police official.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) in Hazara range Tahir Ayub Khan said that, even as the police were adopting&nbsp;all possible measures for the safety of Chinese nationals, they should not travel in&nbsp;Khyber Pakhtunkhwa&nbsp;without armoured vehicles.</p>

<p>The report said that DIG Khan and other officials&nbsp;paid a visit to&nbsp;the&nbsp;Suki Kinari and Balakot hydropower projects.</p>

<p>He also&nbsp;attended security meetings for the hydropower projects in Malkandi and Ghanool.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The participants included security personnel, Chinese engineers, and managers of the two projects, the report added.</p>

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<p>The DIG further said that the&nbsp;boundary walls of residential colonies, where Chinese nationals lived, would not be less than eight feet&nbsp;and might be topped with barbed wires.</p>

<p>Khan also said that the security personnel&nbsp;would protect the lives of the Chinese engineers by all means.</p>

<p>The top&nbsp;cop's&nbsp;remarks came in the backdrop of&nbsp;five Chinese nationals and their Pakistani driver&nbsp;being killed&nbsp;by a suicide bomber in&nbsp;Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on March 26.</p>

<p>According to the police,&nbsp;a suicide bomber rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into a convoy of Chinese engineers which was on its way from&nbsp;Islamabad to their camp in Dasu. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The attack&nbsp;took place&nbsp;in the Shangla&nbsp;district’s&nbsp;Besham city, in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.</p>

<p>China has invested billions in infrastructure projects as part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), and several Chinese engineers have been working on several projects in the South Asian country.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has stopped Chinese nationals from travelling in the province without armoured vehicles, Dawn newspaper reported on Wednesday (May 1), citing a senior police official.

Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province has stopped Chinese nationals from travelling in the province without armoured vehicles, Dawn newspaper reported on Wednesday (May 1), citing a senior police official. Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) in Hazara range Tahir Ayub Khan said that, even as the police were adopting all possible measures for the safety of Chinese nationals, they should not travel in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa without armoured vehicles. The report said that DIG Khan and other officials paid a visit to the Suki Kinari and Balakot hydropower projects. He also attended security meetings for the hydropower projects in Malkandi and Ghanool. The participants included security personnel, Chinese engineers, and managers of the two projects, the report added. Also read | Pakistan: Suicide attack hits vehicle carrying five Japanese nationals in Karachi The DIG further said that the boundary walls of residential colonies, where Chinese nationals lived, would not be less than eight feet and might be topped with barbed wires. Khan also said that the security personnel would protect the lives of the Chinese engineers by all means. The top cop's remarks came in the backdrop of five Chinese nationals and their Pakistani driver being killed by a suicide bomber in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa on March 26. According to the police, a suicide bomber rammed an explosives-laden vehicle into a convoy of Chinese engineers which was on its way from Islamabad to their camp in Dasu. The attack took place in the Shangla district’s Besham city, in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. China has invested billions in infrastructure projects as part of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), and several Chinese engineers have been working on several projects in the South Asian country. (With inputs from agencies)

Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa stops Chinese nationals from travelling without armoured vehicles

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<p>It was a war of words&nbsp;between India and Pakistan at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday (May 3). India clapped back at&nbsp;Pakistan's&nbsp;remarks about&nbsp;"New&nbsp;Delhi's&nbsp;targeted assassinations in Pakistan."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Addressing the UNGA session,&nbsp;Pakistan’s&nbsp;UN envoy&nbsp;Munir&nbsp;Akram&nbsp;claimed that this "extra-territorial state terrorism (from India)" was not limited to Pakistan.</p>

<p>"This has been targeted to killings of political opponents in Canada and attempted in the United States (US), and probably in other countries,"&nbsp;Munir claimed.</p>

<p>He cited a report from The Washington Post that talked about Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing a recent political rally where he said,&nbsp;"‘This is Modi; This is New India which attacks after entering into territories of enemies."</p>

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<p>"This new India is a dangerous entity. It is a net provider of insecurity, not security,"&nbsp;Munir added.</p>

<h2><strong>India's&nbsp;sharp response to Pakistan at UN</strong></h2>

<p>Responding to&nbsp;Munir's&nbsp;remarks,&nbsp;India’s&nbsp;Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador&nbsp;Ruchira&nbsp;Kamboj, said that&nbsp;even amid&nbsp;challenging&nbsp;times, New&nbsp;Delhi’s&nbsp;focus remains steadfast on constructive dialogue.</p>

<p>“We thus choose to set aside the remarks from a certain delegation [Pakistan], which not only lack decorum but also detract from our collective efforts due to their destructive and pernicious nature,”&nbsp;Kamboj said.</p>

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<p>"We would strongly encourage that delegation to align with the essential principles of respect and diplomacy that must always guide our discussions&nbsp;or&nbsp;is that too much to ask of a country that harbours a most dubious track record on all aspects in itself,"&nbsp;she added, without naming Pakistan.</p>

<p>Kamboj further said that&nbsp;terrorism stands in direct opposition to the culture of peace, and sows discord, and breeds hostility.</p>

<p>She called it essential for member states to work together to nurture a genuine culture of peace.</p>

<h2><strong>'New India kills terrorists on their home turf'</strong></h2>

<p>Last month, Prime Minister Modi said at a Lok Sabha election campaign rally in the northern state of Rajasthan that the country was now a&nbsp;"new India"&nbsp;that struck within enemy territory- an apparent reference to counterstrikes in Pakistan after terror attacks in India.</p>

<p>"New India kills them [terrorists/enemies] on their home turf,"&nbsp;Modi said at the rally in Churu.</p>

<p>At an election rally in Gujarat, Modi on Wednesday (May 1) reiterated his statement by saying,&nbsp;"Ten years ago, the country was suffering due to terrorism. However, Congress, despite knowing the origin of terrorism, used to send a dossier to Pakistan. Today, India&nbsp;doesn't&nbsp;send dossiers to the masters of&nbsp;terrorism,&nbsp;but kills them on their home turf!"</p>


It was a war of words between India and Pakistan at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday (May 3). India clapped back at Pakistan's remarks about "New Delhi's targeted assassinations in Pakistan.

It was a war of words between India and Pakistan at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Friday (May 3). India clapped back at Pakistan's remarks about "New Delhi's targeted assassinations in Pakistan." Addressing the UNGA session, Pakistan’s UN envoy Munir Akram claimed that this "extra-territorial state terrorism (from India)" was not limited to Pakistan. "This has been targeted to killings of political opponents in Canada and attempted in the United States (US), and probably in other countries," Munir claimed. He cited a report from The Washington Post that talked about Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressing a recent political rally where he said, "‘This is Modi; This is New India which attacks after entering into territories of enemies." Also read | PM Modi targets Congress party after Pakistan leader's 'Rahul on fire' comment "This new India is a dangerous entity. It is a net provider of insecurity, not security," Munir added. India's sharp response to Pakistan at UN Responding to Munir's remarks, India’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Ruchira Kamboj, said that even amid challenging times, New Delhi’s focus remains steadfast on constructive dialogue. “We thus choose to set aside the remarks from a certain delegation [Pakistan], which not only lack decorum but also detract from our collective efforts due to their destructive and pernicious nature,” Kamboj said. "...The country’s myriad languages, dialects and cuisines, alongside its rich tapestry of races, colors and landscapes, contribute to the resilience and richness of our composite culture..." - PR at UN General Assembly today on Agenda item: 'Culture of Peace' pic.twitter.com/UrT5mLopRq — India at UN, NY (@IndiaUNNewYork) May 2, 2024 × "We would strongly encourage that delegation to align with the essential principles of respect and diplomacy that must always guide our discussions or is that too much to ask of a country that harbours a most dubious track record on all aspects in itself," she added, without naming Pakistan. Kamboj further said that terrorism stands in direct opposition to the culture of peace, and sows discord, and breeds hostility. She called it essential for member states to work together to nurture a genuine culture of peace. 'New India kills terrorists on their home turf' Last month, Prime Minister Modi said at a Lok Sabha election campaign rally in the northern state of Rajasthan that the country was now a "new India" that struck within enemy territory- an apparent reference to counterstrikes in Pakistan after terror attacks in India. "New India kills them [terrorists/enemies] on their home turf," Modi said at the rally in Churu. At an election rally in Gujarat, Modi on Wednesday (May 1) reiterated his statement by saying, "Ten years ago, the country was suffering due to terrorism. However, Congress, despite knowing the origin of terrorism, used to send a dossier to Pakistan. Today, India doesn't send dossiers to the masters of terrorism, but kills them on their home turf!"

India claps back at Pakistan at UN General Assembly over its claims on 'targeted killings'

<p><meta name="uuid" content="uuidkn7JuaP38i0n" />The main synagogue in&nbsp;Poland's&nbsp;capital city of Warsaw was attacked by firebombs by an unknown perpetrator early Wednesday (May 1), the news agency Associated Press reported.&nbsp;Poland's&nbsp;Chief Rabbi&nbsp;Michael Schudrich said the Nożyk Synagogue sustained minimal damage&nbsp;and&nbsp;no injuries&nbsp;were reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Schudrich said the attack happened at around 1 am (Wednesday) when the synagogue&nbsp;was hit&nbsp;with three firebombs or Molotov cocktails.</p>

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<p>It was unclear who carried out the attack&nbsp;but&nbsp;the police launched an investigation, the chief rabbi added.&nbsp;A black area that was the result of where the firebombs hit was visible near a ground-floor window of the synagogue, the only surviving prewar Jewish house of prayer in Warsaw, the Associated Press report said.</p>

<h2><strong>Polish president condemns&nbsp;'shameful attack'</strong></h2>

<p>In a post on X, Polish President&nbsp;Andrzej Duda condemned the&nbsp;"shameful attack"&nbsp;on the synagogue in Warsaw.&nbsp;"I condemn the shameful attack on the Nożyk Synagogue in Warsaw. There is no place for anti-Semitism in Poland! There is no place for hatred in Poland!"&nbsp;President Duda said on Wednesday.</p>

<p>The incident occurred on the 20th anniversary of Poland joining the European Union (EU)&nbsp;along&nbsp;with nine other countries. Taking to X, Polish Foreign Minister&nbsp;Radek Sikorski said,&nbsp;"Thank God no one was hurt. I wonder who is trying to disrupt the anniversary of our accession to the EU."</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;US diplomat resigns in protest over the policy in Gaza</strong></p>

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<p>“Maybe the same ones who scribbled Stars of David in Paris?”&nbsp;Foreign Minister&nbsp;Sikorski added.</p>

<h2><strong>Ambassadors of&nbsp;US,&nbsp;Israel arrive at incident&nbsp;site</strong></h2>

<p>Hours after the attack, ambassadors of the United States (US) and Israel arrived at the incident site&nbsp;with Jewish community leaders and Polish officials representing the president, the national parliament and the city government to condemn the attack, the report further said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Addressing a press conference, US&nbsp;Ambassador Mark Brzezinski said,&nbsp;"The Nożyk synagogue is a symbol of survival, and we stand in solidarity with Nożyk today and tomorrow."</p>

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The main synagogue in Poland's capital city of Warsaw was attacked by firebombs by an unknown perpetrator early Wednesday (May 1), the news agency Associated Press reported.

The main synagogue in Poland's capital city of Warsaw was attacked by firebombs by an unknown perpetrator early Wednesday (May 1), the news agency Associated Press reported. Poland's Chief Rabbi Michael Schudrich said the Nożyk Synagogue sustained minimal damage and no injuries were reported. Schudrich said the attack happened at around 1 am (Wednesday) when the synagogue was hit with three firebombs or Molotov cocktails. Also read | Synagogue in Canada's Fredericton vandalised on International Holocaust Remembrance Day It was unclear who carried out the attack but the police launched an investigation, the chief rabbi added. A black area that was the result of where the firebombs hit was visible near a ground-floor window of the synagogue, the only surviving prewar Jewish house of prayer in Warsaw, the Associated Press report said. Polish president condemns 'shameful attack' In a post on X, Polish President Andrzej Duda condemned the "shameful attack" on the synagogue in Warsaw. "I condemn the shameful attack on the Nożyk Synagogue in Warsaw. There is no place for anti-Semitism in Poland! There is no place for hatred in Poland!" President Duda said on Wednesday. The incident occurred on the 20th anniversary of Poland joining the European Union (EU) along with nine other countries. Taking to X, Polish Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski said, "Thank God no one was hurt. I wonder who is trying to disrupt the anniversary of our accession to the EU." Also watch | US diplomat resigns in protest over the policy in Gaza × “Maybe the same ones who scribbled Stars of David in Paris?” Foreign Minister Sikorski added. Ambassadors of US, Israel arrive at incident site Hours after the attack, ambassadors of the United States (US) and Israel arrived at the incident site with Jewish community leaders and Polish officials representing the president, the national parliament and the city government to condemn the attack, the report further said. Addressing a press conference, US Ambassador Mark Brzezinski said, "The Nożyk synagogue is a symbol of survival, and we stand in solidarity with Nożyk today and tomorrow." (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Pro-Palestine protests in US universities have intensified&nbsp;with&nbsp;violence reported on campuses and over 300 being arrested.&nbsp;In recent days, students have rallied or set up&nbsp;encampments at dozens of universities&nbsp;expressing opposition to Israel's war in Gaza and demanding institutes divest from companies that support Israel's government.</p>

<p>The US on Wednesday (May 1) accused&nbsp;Russia of having used "the chemical weapon chloropicrin against Ukrainian forces" in violation of the Chemical Weapons Convention. Russia and Ukraine have been at war since&nbsp;February 2022. A statement from the US State Department&nbsp;&nbsp;alleged that Moscow has also been using "riot control agents (tear gas) as a method of warfare in Ukraine, also in violation of the CWC."</p>

<p>In other news from around the world, Donald Trump lashed out at US President Joe Biden, slamming his incompetence and alleging that he had&nbsp;brought the planet&nbsp;"to the brink of nuclear war."</p>

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<p>Announcements broadcasted on the University of California Los Angeles campus told demonstrators to disperse or they would be arrested.&nbsp;The protesters largely stayed in place, chanting pro-Palestinian slogans.</p>

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<p>The United States on Wednesday (May 1) accused Russia of having used "the chemical weapon chloropicrin against Ukrainian forces" in violation of the Chemical Weapons Convention.&nbsp;The statement from the US State Department further alleged that Moscow has also been using "riot control agents (tear gas) as a method of warfare in Ukraine, also in violation of the CWC."</p>

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<p>Donald Trump, amid his ongoing hush money trial, on Wednesday (May 1) took the opportunity to campaign in Wisconsin and Michigan, and slammed his Democratic rival President Joe Biden.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/arizona-abortion-ban-overturn-bid-crosses-another-hurdle-senate-approves-repeal-in-16-14-vote-717175"><strong>Arizona abortion ban overturn bid crosses another hurdle; Senate approves repeal in 16-14 vote</strong></a></p>

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<p>The Arizona Senate on Wednesday (May 1) cleared the way for the repeal of the archaic six-week abortion ban that&nbsp;holds no exceptions for rape or incest.&nbsp;After being passed in the Arizona Senate with&nbsp;an absolute majority of&nbsp;16–14 votes, the bid to overturn the stringent abortion ban is expected to be quickly signed by Governor Katie Hobbs, a Democrat.</p>

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Pro-Palestine protests in US universities have intensified with violence reported on campuses and over 300 being arrested. In recent days, students have rallied or set up encampments at dozens of universities expressing opposition to Israel's war in Gaza and demanding institutes divest from companies that support Israel's government.

Pro-Palestine protests in US universities have intensified with violence reported on campuses and over 300 being arrested. In recent days, students have rallied or set up encampments at dozens of universities expressing opposition to Israel's war in Gaza and demanding institutes divest from companies that support Israel's government. The US on Wednesday (May 1) accused Russia of having used "the chemical weapon chloropicrin against Ukrainian forces" in violation of the Chemical Weapons Convention. Russia and Ukraine have been at war since February 2022. A statement from the US State Department alleged that Moscow has also been using "riot control agents (tear gas) as a method of warfare in Ukraine, also in violation of the CWC." In other news from around the world, Donald Trump lashed out at US President Joe Biden, slamming his incompetence and alleging that he had brought the planet "to the brink of nuclear war." Click on the headlines to read more: Pro-Palestine protests: Violence mars US universities, hundreds arrested as police take over campuses Announcements broadcasted on the University of California Los Angeles campus told demonstrators to disperse or they would be arrested. The protesters largely stayed in place, chanting pro-Palestinian slogans. US accuses Russia of using chemical weapons against Ukraine, links violation to Alexei Navalny poisoning The United States on Wednesday (May 1) accused Russia of having used "the chemical weapon chloropicrin against Ukrainian forces" in violation of the Chemical Weapons Convention. The statement from the US State Department further alleged that Moscow has also been using "riot control agents (tear gas) as a method of warfare in Ukraine, also in violation of the CWC." Trump blasts Biden, says 'every single thing he touches turns to sh**,' pledges world peace Donald Trump, amid his ongoing hush money trial, on Wednesday (May 1) took the opportunity to campaign in Wisconsin and Michigan, and slammed his Democratic rival President Joe Biden. Arizona abortion ban overturn bid crosses another hurdle; Senate approves repeal in 16-14 vote The Arizona Senate on Wednesday (May 1) cleared the way for the repeal of the archaic six-week abortion ban that holds no exceptions for rape or incest. After being passed in the Arizona Senate with an absolute majority of 16–14 votes, the bid to overturn the stringent abortion ban is expected to be quickly signed by Governor Katie Hobbs, a Democrat. Watch | Will Bird Flu be the next pandemic? New variant of Avian Influenza emerges ×

Morning brief: Pro-Palestine stir in US universities intensifies; Ukraine war updates; and more

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