<p>A truck ploughed through a crowd of mourners on Saturday in the southeastern Turkish province of Kahramanmaras, killing five people and injuring 25 others, officials said.</p>

<p>According to local press reports, the brakes of the truck failed, sending it hurtling down a road overlooking a cemetery where dozens of people had gathered for a burial.</p>

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<p>"At this stage, there are five dead and 25 injured. Some of the injuries are life-threatening," said provincial governor Mukerrem Unluer, according to Turkish media.</p>

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A truck ploughed through a crowd of mourners on Saturday in the southeastern Turkish province of Kahramanmaras, killing five people and injuring 25 others, officials said.

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<p>After the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration was adopted with the consensus of G20 member nations, Ukraine reacted to this historic development.&nbsp;Ukrainian foreign affairs ministry spokesman Oleg Nikolenko wrote on X, formerly Twitter, "G20 adopted a final declaration. We are grateful to the partners who tried to include strong wording in the text. However, in terms of Russia's aggression against Ukraine, G20 has nothing to be proud of."&nbsp;</p>

<p>In his post on the social media platform X, Nikolenko posted a picture of the declaration in which he scrapped out a few parts of the statement with red and replaced them with wordings Kyiv claims are more suitable to be included in the text.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The caption to the picture added, "This is how the main elements of the text could look to be closer to reality."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Amoung the changes he made in the text include changing "the war in Ukraine" to "the war against Ukraine". It replaced the term "Ukraine crisis" with "Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine." &nbsp;</p>

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<p>Moreover, it struck off "there were different views and assessments of the situation" and instead wrote, "members of the G20 unequivocally condemned it and called on Moscow to immediately end it."</p>

<h2><strong>World leaders reach consensus</strong></h2>

<p>World leaders at the G20 Summit reached a consensus over the language used for the Russia-Ukraine war in the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"We call on all states to uphold the principles of international law including territorial integrity and sovereignty, international humanitarian law, and the multilateral system that safeguards peace and stability. The peaceful resolution of conflicts and efforts to address crises as well as diplomacy and dialogue are critical," mentions the Delhi Declaration shared after Indian PM announced its adoption.</p>

<h2><strong>Jaishankar on Ukraine war&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Indian foreign minister S Jaishankar held a press conference after the Delhi Declaration was adopted. In the presser, Jaishankar made comments on the issue of the Ukraine war as well. The external affairs minister said,&nbsp;"They dwelt on the ongoing war in Ukraine and the impact it has had, especially on developing and least developing nations still recovering from the pandemic and economic disruption."<br />
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Jaishankar said: “It is a fact that this is today a very polarising issue and there are multiple views on this. There are a spectrum of views on this, so I think in all fairness it was only right to record what was the reality in the meeting rooms.”<br />
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“Considerable time was spent — especially in the last few days — in regard to geopolitical issues, which really centered around the war in Ukraine,” Jaishankar said, adding further,&nbsp;“Everybody helped, because everybody came together for the consensus, but the emerging markets took a particular lead on this and many of us have a strong history of working together.”&nbsp;<br />
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Meanwhile, India's G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant dubbed the declaration historic and path-breaking and said there was 100% consensus on all developmental and geopolitical issues.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Historical &amp; Path breaking #G20 Declaration with 100% consensus on all developmental and geo-political issues. The new geopolitical paras are a powerful call for Planet, People, Peace and Prosperity in todays world . Demonstrates PM @narendramodi leadership in today's world (sic)," Kant posted on X.</p>

<p>Through the Delhi declaration, the G20 leaders, "highlighted the human suffering and negative added impacts of the war in Ukraine with regard to global food and energy security, supply chains, macro-financial stability, inflation and growth, which has complicated the policy environment for countries, especially developing and least developed countries which are still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic and the economic disruption which has derailed progress towards the SDGs. There were different views and assessments of the situation."</p>

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After the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration was adopted with the consensus of G20 member nations, Ukraine reacted to this historic development. Ukrainian foreign affairs ministry spokesman Oleg Nikolenko wrote on X, formerly Twitter, "G20 adopted a final declaration.

After the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration was adopted with the consensus of G20 member nations, Ukraine reacted to this historic development. Ukrainian foreign affairs ministry spokesman Oleg Nikolenko wrote on X, formerly Twitter, "G20 adopted a final declaration. We are grateful to the partners who tried to include strong wording in the text. However, in terms of Russia's aggression against Ukraine, G20 has nothing to be proud of." In his post on the social media platform X, Nikolenko posted a picture of the declaration in which he scrapped out a few parts of the statement with red and replaced them with wordings Kyiv claims are more suitable to be included in the text. The caption to the picture added, "This is how the main elements of the text could look to be closer to reality." Also Read | G20 Summit: Delegates reach compromise on language to describe war in Ukraine, says report Amoung the changes he made in the text include changing "the war in Ukraine" to "the war against Ukraine". It replaced the term "Ukraine crisis" with "Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine." Also Read | Morocco man sets his priorities right, holds on to PlayStation amid earthquake chaos Moreover, it struck off "there were different views and assessments of the situation" and instead wrote, "members of the G20 unequivocally condemned it and called on Moscow to immediately end it." World leaders reach consensus World leaders at the G20 Summit reached a consensus over the language used for the Russia-Ukraine war in the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration. Watch | G20 Summit 2023: Macron to hold working lunch meeting with India's Modi on Sunday × "We call on all states to uphold the principles of international law including territorial integrity and sovereignty, international humanitarian law, and the multilateral system that safeguards peace and stability. The peaceful resolution of conflicts and efforts to address crises as well as diplomacy and dialogue are critical," mentions the Delhi Declaration shared after Indian PM announced its adoption. Jaishankar on Ukraine war Indian foreign minister S Jaishankar held a press conference after the Delhi Declaration was adopted. In the presser, Jaishankar made comments on the issue of the Ukraine war as well. The external affairs minister said, "They dwelt on the ongoing war in Ukraine and the impact it has had, especially on developing and least developing nations still recovering from the pandemic and economic disruption." Jaishankar said: “It is a fact that this is today a very polarising issue and there are multiple views on this. There are a spectrum of views on this, so I think in all fairness it was only right to record what was the reality in the meeting rooms.” “Considerable time was spent — especially in the last few days — in regard to geopolitical issues, which really centered around the war in Ukraine,” Jaishankar said, adding further, “Everybody helped, because everybody came together for the consensus, but the emerging markets took a particular lead on this and many of us have a strong history of working together.” Meanwhile, India's G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant dubbed the declaration historic and path-breaking and said there was 100% consensus on all developmental and geopolitical issues. "Historical & Path breaking #G20 Declaration with 100% consensus on all developmental and geo-political issues. The new geopolitical paras are a powerful call for Planet, People, Peace and Prosperity in todays world . Demonstrates PM @narendramodi leadership in today's world (sic)," Kant posted on X. Through the Delhi declaration, the G20 leaders, "highlighted the human suffering and negative added impacts of the war in Ukraine with regard to global food and energy security, supply chains, macro-financial stability, inflation and growth, which has complicated the policy environment for countries, especially developing and least developed countries which are still recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic and the economic disruption which has derailed progress towards the SDGs. There were different views and assessments of the situation." WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

Ukraine shares its own ‘closer to reality’ version of Delhi G20 Summit declaration

<p>India championed the G20 Summit as the world leaders reached a consensus over the language used for the Russia-Ukraine war in the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration.&nbsp;The full text of the Delhi Declaration, which was shared by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), called upon upholding "the principles of international law including territorial integrity and sovereignty" of states. However it refrained from making any critical mention&nbsp;of&nbsp;Russia. Ukraine, however, was mentioned a total of four times in the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration adopted and released in the second session of the G20 Summit on Day 1.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 2022 Bali G20 Summit in Indonesia, was also dominated by the Russia-Ukraine war however there is a stark contrast between the then declaration and at the summit under India's presidency.</p>

<p>The G20 Leaders’ Declaration which was adopted at the Bali summit in Bali had rebuked Russia as an aggressor.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Bali Declaration condemned "in the strongest terms the aggression by the Russian Federation against Ukraine and demands its complete and unconditional withdrawal from the territory of Ukraine”.</p>

<p>“Most members strongly condemned the war in Ukraine and stressed it is causing immense human suffering and exacerbating existing fragilities in the global economy — constraining growth, increasing inflation, disrupting supply chains, heightening energy and food insecurity, and elevating financial stability risks. There were other views and different assessments of the situation and sanctions. Recognising that the G20 is not the forum to resolve security issues, we acknowledge that security issues can have significant consequences for the global economy," the Bali text read.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, India was able to carve out a consensus at the G20 Summit and was able to work out a language that did not condemn Russia in a straightforward manner yet roped in everyone to agree to the declaration on the issue that was anticipated to be a big roadblock earlier.&nbsp;<br />
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The Delhi Declaration mentions that the G20 forum notes with “deep concern the immense human suffering and the adverse impact of wars and conflicts around the world”.</p>

<p>"We call on all states to uphold the principles of international law including territorial integrity and sovereignty, international humanitarian law, and the multilateral system that safeguards peace and stability. The peaceful resolution of conflicts and efforts to address crises as well as diplomacy and dialogue are critical. We will unite in our endeavour to address the adverse impact of the war on the global economy and welcome all relevant and constructive initiatives that support a comprehensive, just, and durable peace in Ukraine that will uphold all the Purposes and Principles of the UN Charter for the promotion of peaceful, friendly, and good neighbourly relations among nations in the spirit of ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future’," mentions the Delhi Declaration shared after Indian PM announced its adoption.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"Concerning the war in Ukraine, while recalling the discussion in Bali, we reiterated our national positions and resolutions adopted at the UN Security Council and the UN General Assembly (A/RES/ES-11/1 and A/RES/ES-11/6) and underscored that all states must act in a manner consistent with the Purposes and Principles of the UN Charter in its entirety."</p>

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<p>Through the Delhi Declaration, G20 leaders also termed the use or threat of use of nuclear weapons "inadmissible".</p>

<p>"In line with the UN Charter, all states must refrain from the threat or use of force to seek territorial acquisition against the territorial integrity and sovereignty or political independence of any state. The use or threat of use of nuclear weapons is inadmissible," the statement added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, there were challenges as world leaders, especially China, Russia, and the US, had disagreements on the language of the text related to the Ukraine war at G20 ministerial meetings in India. However, with the commencement of the G20 Leaders' Summit on September 9, India was able to persuade all the leaders reaching a common ground.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We appreciate the efforts of Turkiye and UN-brokered Istanbul Agreements consisting of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Russian Federation and the Secretariat of the United Nations on Promoting Russian Food Products and Fertilizers to the World Markets and the Initiative on the Safe Transportation of Grain and Foodstuffs from Ukrainian Ports (Black Sea Initiative), and call for their full, timely and effective implementation to ensure the immediate and unimpeded deliveries of grain, foodstuffs, and fertilizers/inputs from the Russian Federation and Ukraine. This is necessary to meet the demand in developing and least developed countries, particularly those in Africa," the Delhi statement further read.&nbsp;</p>

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India championed the G20 Summit as the world leaders reached a consensus over the language used for the Russia-Ukraine war in the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration.

India championed the G20 Summit as the world leaders reached a consensus over the language used for the Russia-Ukraine war in the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration. The full text of the Delhi Declaration, which was shared by the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), called upon upholding "the principles of international law including territorial integrity and sovereignty" of states. However it refrained from making any critical mention of Russia. Ukraine, however, was mentioned a total of four times in the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration adopted and released in the second session of the G20 Summit on Day 1. The 2022 Bali G20 Summit in Indonesia, was also dominated by the Russia-Ukraine war however there is a stark contrast between the then declaration and at the summit under India's presidency. The G20 Leaders’ Declaration which was adopted at the Bali summit in Bali had rebuked Russia as an aggressor. The Bali Declaration condemned "in the strongest terms the aggression by the Russian Federation against Ukraine and demands its complete and unconditional withdrawal from the territory of Ukraine”. “Most members strongly condemned the war in Ukraine and stressed it is causing immense human suffering and exacerbating existing fragilities in the global economy — constraining growth, increasing inflation, disrupting supply chains, heightening energy and food insecurity, and elevating financial stability risks. There were other views and different assessments of the situation and sanctions. Recognising that the G20 is not the forum to resolve security issues, we acknowledge that security issues can have significant consequences for the global economy," the Bali text read. However, India was able to carve out a consensus at the G20 Summit and was able to work out a language that did not condemn Russia in a straightforward manner yet roped in everyone to agree to the declaration on the issue that was anticipated to be a big roadblock earlier. The Delhi Declaration mentions that the G20 forum notes with “deep concern the immense human suffering and the adverse impact of wars and conflicts around the world”. "We call on all states to uphold the principles of international law including territorial integrity and sovereignty, international humanitarian law, and the multilateral system that safeguards peace and stability. The peaceful resolution of conflicts and efforts to address crises as well as diplomacy and dialogue are critical. We will unite in our endeavour to address the adverse impact of the war on the global economy and welcome all relevant and constructive initiatives that support a comprehensive, just, and durable peace in Ukraine that will uphold all the Purposes and Principles of the UN Charter for the promotion of peaceful, friendly, and good neighbourly relations among nations in the spirit of ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future’," mentions the Delhi Declaration shared after Indian PM announced its adoption. Also Read | G20 Summit: Delegates reach compromise on language to describe war in Ukraine, says report "Concerning the war in Ukraine, while recalling the discussion in Bali, we reiterated our national positions and resolutions adopted at the UN Security Council and the UN General Assembly (A/RES/ES-11/1 and A/RES/ES-11/6) and underscored that all states must act in a manner consistent with the Purposes and Principles of the UN Charter in its entirety." Also Read | Morocco man sets his priorities right, holds on to PlayStation amid earthquake chaos Watch | G20 Summit 2023: Macron to hold working lunch meeting with India's Modi on Sunday × Through the Delhi Declaration, G20 leaders also termed the use or threat of use of nuclear weapons "inadmissible". "In line with the UN Charter, all states must refrain from the threat or use of force to seek territorial acquisition against the territorial integrity and sovereignty or political independence of any state. The use or threat of use of nuclear weapons is inadmissible," the statement added. Earlier, there were challenges as world leaders, especially China, Russia, and the US, had disagreements on the language of the text related to the Ukraine war at G20 ministerial meetings in India. However, with the commencement of the G20 Leaders' Summit on September 9, India was able to persuade all the leaders reaching a common ground. "We appreciate the efforts of Turkiye and UN-brokered Istanbul Agreements consisting of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Russian Federation and the Secretariat of the United Nations on Promoting Russian Food Products and Fertilizers to the World Markets and the Initiative on the Safe Transportation of Grain and Foodstuffs from Ukrainian Ports (Black Sea Initiative), and call for their full, timely and effective implementation to ensure the immediate and unimpeded deliveries of grain, foodstuffs, and fertilizers/inputs from the Russian Federation and Ukraine. This is necessary to meet the demand in developing and least developed countries, particularly those in Africa," the Delhi statement further read. WATCH WION LIVE HERE 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>In a major breakthrough indicative of India's success in G20 Summit, a consensus has been reached and&nbsp;New Delhi G20 Leaders' Summit Declaration has been adopted. The major announcement was made by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi himself as the leaders assembled for the second session on the first day of the G20 Summit.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I have received good news. Due to the hard work of our team, consensus has been built on New Delhi G20 Leaders' Summit Declaration. My proposal is to adopt this leadership declaration. I announce to adopt this declaration," Indian PM Modi said on Saturday while&nbsp;congratulating his Sherpa and&nbsp;ministers&nbsp;who made it possible with their hard work.</p>

<p>"It is my proposal that this G20 declaration be adopted," the prime minister had said.</p>

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<p>Following the agreement on Delhi declaration, Modi said, "On this occasion, I would like to thank our ministers, sherpas, and all officials who made this possible with their hard work."</p>

<p>Indian PM added, “India’s G20 Presidency has been the most ambitious in the history of G-20. With 112 outcomes and presidency documents, we have more than doubled the substantive work from previous presidencies."&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Delhi declaration lays emphasis on the following key issues: Sustainable and inclusive growth, accelerating progress on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), green development pact for a sustainable future, multilateral institutions for the 21st Century and reinvigorating multilateralism.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant posted on X terming G20 India the "MOST ambitious" in the history of G20 presidencies. "With 112 outcomes and presidency documents, we have more than doubled the substantive work from previous presidencies," he wrote.&nbsp;</p>

<p>MEA released the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration after consensus was reached.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We reiterate our commitment to take action to scale up sustainable finance. In line with the G20 Sustainable Finance Roadmap, we welcome the analytical framework for SDG-aligned finance and voluntary recommendations for scaling up adoption of social impact investment instruments and improving nature-related data and reporting, informed by the stocktaking analyses, considering country circumstances," the statement read.&nbsp;</p>

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In a major breakthrough indicative of India's success in G20 Summit, a consensus has been reached and New Delhi G20 Leaders' Summit Declaration has been adopted. The major announcement was made by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi himself as the leaders assembled for the second session on the first day of the G20 Summit. "I have received good news. Due to the hard work of our team, consensus has been built on New Delhi G20 Leaders' Summit Declaration. My proposal is to adopt this leadership declaration. I announce to adopt this declaration," Indian PM Modi said on Saturday while congratulating his Sherpa and ministers who made it possible with their hard work. "It is my proposal that this G20 declaration be adopted," the prime minister had said. Also Read | G20 Summit: Delegates reach compromise on language to describe war in Ukraine, says report Following the agreement on Delhi declaration, Modi said, "On this occasion, I would like to thank our ministers, sherpas, and all officials who made this possible with their hard work." Indian PM added, “India’s G20 Presidency has been the most ambitious in the history of G-20. With 112 outcomes and presidency documents, we have more than doubled the substantive work from previous presidencies." Also Read | Morocco man sets his priorities right, holds on to PlayStation amid earthquake chaos The Delhi declaration lays emphasis on the following key issues: Sustainable and inclusive growth, accelerating progress on Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), green development pact for a sustainable future, multilateral institutions for the 21st Century and reinvigorating multilateralism. Watch | G20 Summit 2023: Macron to hold working lunch meeting with India's Modi on Sunday × G20 Sherpa Amitabh Kant posted on X terming G20 India the "MOST ambitious" in the history of G20 presidencies. "With 112 outcomes and presidency documents, we have more than doubled the substantive work from previous presidencies," he wrote. MEA released the New Delhi Leaders' Declaration after consensus was reached. "We reiterate our commitment to take action to scale up sustainable finance. In line with the G20 Sustainable Finance Roadmap, we welcome the analytical framework for SDG-aligned finance and voluntary recommendations for scaling up adoption of social impact investment instruments and improving nature-related data and reporting, informed by the stocktaking analyses, considering country circumstances," the statement read. WATCH WION LIVE HERE 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>Nigeria's presidential election tribunal on Wednesday rejected an opposition challenge to Bola Tinubu's win in February's disputed vote, following a pattern seen in previous election years in Africa's most populous country.</p>

<p>No legal challenge to the outcome of a presidential election has succeeded in Nigeria, which returned to democracy in 1999 after three decades of almost uninterrupted military rule and has a history of electoral fraud.</p>

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<p>Atiku Abubakar of the People's Democratic Party and Peter Obi of the Labour Party, who came second and third respectively, had asked the court to invalidate the election, alleging irregularities.</p>

<p>Judge Haruna Tsammani, reading out a lengthy ruling on behalf of the tribunal's panel of five justices, rejected Obi's petition point-by-point. He was due to move onto Abubakar's petition next, which was also expected to be dismissed.</p>

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<p>European observers had said in June the elections were marred by problems including operational failures and a lack of transparency that reduced public trust in the process.</p>

<p>However, the elections came and went with little sign of any groundswell of popular opposition, and Tinubu has been accepted by the international community as Nigeria's legitimate leader. As the tribunal was giving its ruling, he was in India preparing to take part in the G20 summit there.</p>

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<p>Atiku and Obi can appeal to the country's Supreme Court to strike down the tribunal's ruling. Any appeal must be concluded within 60 days of the date of the tribunal judgment.</p>

<p>Meanwhile,&nbsp;the judgments of the Presidential Election Petitions Court were rejected by the Labour Party (LP). The party stated that&nbsp;the court's&nbsp;judgment “did not reflect the law and the desire of the people”.</p>

<p>“Nigerians were witnesses to the electoral robbery that took place on February 25, 2023, which was globally condemned but the Tribunal in its wisdom refused to accept the obvious. What is at stake is democracy and we will not relent until the people will prevail," the party said, in a statement.</p>

<p>“We salute the doggedness of our team of lawyers who fearlessly exposed the wrath in our system. We can only weep for democracy in Nigeria but we refuse to give up on Nigeria," it added.</p>

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Nigeria's presidential election tribunal on Wednesday rejected an opposition challenge to Bola Tinubu's win in February's disputed vote, following a pattern seen in previous election years in Africa's most populous country.

Nigeria's presidential election tribunal on Wednesday rejected an opposition challenge to Bola Tinubu's win in February's disputed vote, following a pattern seen in previous election years in Africa's most populous country. No legal challenge to the outcome of a presidential election has succeeded in Nigeria, which returned to democracy in 1999 after three decades of almost uninterrupted military rule and has a history of electoral fraud. Also Read | Russia uses car tyres to cover military aircraft to deter Ukrainian drone attacks: Report Atiku Abubakar of the People's Democratic Party and Peter Obi of the Labour Party, who came second and third respectively, had asked the court to invalidate the election, alleging irregularities. Judge Haruna Tsammani, reading out a lengthy ruling on behalf of the tribunal's panel of five justices, rejected Obi's petition point-by-point. He was due to move onto Abubakar's petition next, which was also expected to be dismissed. Also Read | 'Why won't he...': Musk questions Zuckerberg regarding cage fight European observers had said in June the elections were marred by problems including operational failures and a lack of transparency that reduced public trust in the process. However, the elections came and went with little sign of any groundswell of popular opposition, and Tinubu has been accepted by the international community as Nigeria's legitimate leader. As the tribunal was giving its ruling, he was in India preparing to take part in the G20 summit there. Watch | Kenya hosts maiden climate summit in Africa × Atiku and Obi can appeal to the country's Supreme Court to strike down the tribunal's ruling. Any appeal must be concluded within 60 days of the date of the tribunal judgment. Meanwhile, the judgments of the Presidential Election Petitions Court were rejected by the Labour Party (LP). The party stated that the court's judgment “did not reflect the law and the desire of the people”. “Nigerians were witnesses to the electoral robbery that took place on February 25, 2023, which was globally condemned but the Tribunal in its wisdom refused to accept the obvious. What is at stake is democracy and we will not relent until the people will prevail," the party said, in a statement. “We salute the doggedness of our team of lawyers who fearlessly exposed the wrath in our system. We can only weep for democracy in Nigeria but we refuse to give up on Nigeria," it added. WATCH WION LIVE HERE 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>Japan is poised to make a significant leap in its space endeavors by launching a low-cost lunar mission known as the "Moon Sniper" on Thursday (September 7). The $100-million mission is set to reach the moon by February, following a fuel-efficient trajectory from Earth to lunar orbits. The precision landing technology developed through this mission holds the potential to enhance future human space exploration missions and could extend to cost-effective reusable launch vehicle endeavors, said Sreeram Ananthasayanam, a partner at Deloitte India, reported Reuters.&nbsp;</p>

<p>If successful,&nbsp;Japan will become the fifth country to land a spacecraft on the surface of moon.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes after Japan's launch of an H-IIA rocket, scheduled for August 28, was postponed due to unfavourable wind conditions in the upper atmosphere. Japan is seeking to successfully complete its lunar exploration mission. This also comes in the backdrop of India's recent achievement of becoming the first nation to successfully land on the moon's south pole.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) mission is scheduled to take off the lunar from the Tanegashima Space Centre in southern Japan. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries builds the H-IIA rocket carrying the lunar lander, reported Reuters news agency.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Known as the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM), it is aptly nicknamed the "moon sniper" by JAXA. It is slated to land on the moon's near side, close to the Mare Nectaris, a prominent lunar basin.</p>

<p>The primary mission objective is to showcase Japan's ability to position a lightweight, cost-effective spacecraft within 100 meters of a designated landing site using advanced visual navigation technology.</p>

<h2><strong>Challenges of landing</strong></h2>

<p>Kenji Kushiki, the sub-project manager of the SLIM mission, anticipates a tense 20 minutes during the landing, describing it as a "one-shot game that cannot be undone."</p>

<p>This mission also serves as a showcase for Japan's burgeoning space industry. Mitsubishi Electric played a significant role in assembling the lander, providing landing radars, computers, and a transponder. Sharp Corp supplied solar cells, while Meisei Electric contributed navigation cameras.</p>

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<h2><strong>Chandrayaan-3 and lunar landing attempts</strong></h2>

<p>India's Chandrayaan-3 rover lander recently touched down near the moon's south pole in a $75 million mission, making India the fourth country to achieve a lunar landing, following the United States, Russia, and China.</p>

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<p>Japan is collaborating with the United States on a moon-orbiting space station, which will serve as a pivotal platform for lunar and Martian missions.&nbsp;</p>

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Japan is poised to make a significant leap in its space endeavors by launching a low-cost lunar mission known as the "Moon Sniper" on Thursday (September 7). The $100-million mission is set to reach the moon by February, following a fuel-efficient trajectory from Earth to lunar orbits.

Japan is poised to make a significant leap in its space endeavors by launching a low-cost lunar mission known as the "Moon Sniper" on Thursday (September 7). The $100-million mission is set to reach the moon by February, following a fuel-efficient trajectory from Earth to lunar orbits. The precision landing technology developed through this mission holds the potential to enhance future human space exploration missions and could extend to cost-effective reusable launch vehicle endeavors, said Sreeram Ananthasayanam, a partner at Deloitte India, reported Reuters. If successful, Japan will become the fifth country to land a spacecraft on the surface of moon. This comes after Japan's launch of an H-IIA rocket, scheduled for August 28, was postponed due to unfavourable wind conditions in the upper atmosphere. Japan is seeking to successfully complete its lunar exploration mission. This also comes in the backdrop of India's recent achievement of becoming the first nation to successfully land on the moon's south pole. The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) mission is scheduled to take off the lunar from the Tanegashima Space Centre in southern Japan. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries builds the H-IIA rocket carrying the lunar lander, reported Reuters news agency. Also Read | Russia uses car tyres to cover military aircraft to deter Ukrainian drone attacks: Report Known as the Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM), it is aptly nicknamed the "moon sniper" by JAXA. It is slated to land on the moon's near side, close to the Mare Nectaris, a prominent lunar basin. The primary mission objective is to showcase Japan's ability to position a lightweight, cost-effective spacecraft within 100 meters of a designated landing site using advanced visual navigation technology. Challenges of landing Kenji Kushiki, the sub-project manager of the SLIM mission, anticipates a tense 20 minutes during the landing, describing it as a "one-shot game that cannot be undone." This mission also serves as a showcase for Japan's burgeoning space industry. Mitsubishi Electric played a significant role in assembling the lander, providing landing radars, computers, and a transponder. Sharp Corp supplied solar cells, while Meisei Electric contributed navigation cameras. Also Read | 'Why won't he...': Musk questions Zuckerberg regarding cage fight Chandrayaan-3 and lunar landing attempts India's Chandrayaan-3 rover lander recently touched down near the moon's south pole in a $75 million mission, making India the fourth country to achieve a lunar landing, following the United States, Russia, and China. Watch | Kenya hosts maiden climate summit in Africa × Japan is collaborating with the United States on a moon-orbiting space station, which will serve as a pivotal platform for lunar and Martian missions. WATCH WION LIVE HERE 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>Scientists at the Weizmann Institute have successfully created an "embryo model" that closely resembles a 14-day-old human embryo, all without the use of sperm, eggs, or a womb, media reports said citing the research.&nbsp;This research marks a significant milestone in the field of embryo modeling, offering a powerful tool to study the earliest stages of human development safely. This groundbreaking achievement used stem cells and then chemicals to coax these cells into forming four distinct types of cells typically found in early human embryos: epiblast cells (which develop into the embryo proper), trophoblast cells (which form the placenta), hypoblast cells (supportive yolk sac), and extraembryonic mesoderm cells, as per reports.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>A remarkable achievement&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>In order to achieve the astounding feat, a precise mixture of 120 of these cells was prepared, and intriguingly, approximately 1 percent&nbsp;of them self-assembled into a structure. But this does not resemble a human embryo.</p>

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<p>This process was observed until the model reached a stage comparable to a 14-day-old embryo, a crucial point in early development. "It's a black box and that's not a cliche — our knowledge is very limited," Weizmann Institute of Science Prof Jacob Hanna reportedly told a UK media outlet.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The resulting embryo models exhibited intricate details, including the trophoblast enveloping the embryo, cavities called lacuna that facilitate nutrient transfer from the mother's blood, a yolk sac with liver and kidney functions, and a bilaminar embryonic disc, a hallmark of this developmental stage, as per reports.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Unlocking the mysteries of early development</strong></h2>

<p>Researchers believe that these embryo models hold the potential to shed light on various aspects of early development, such as the emergence of different cell types, organ formation, and genetic diseases.</p>

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<p>Additionally, there's hope that they could contribute to improving in vitro fertilization (IVF) success rates and testing the safety of medicines during pregnancy.</p>

<h2><strong>Challenges and ethical considerations</strong></h2>

<p>Despite the promising results, the current 99 percent failure rate in model development poses a challenge. Understanding the causes of miscarriages or infertility may be hindered if the model cannot reliably assemble itself.</p>

<p>The possibility of extending embryo development beyond the 14-day stage also raises ethical questions.<br />
In some countries, this would not be illegal, as these models are legally distinct from actual embryos. However, opinions on this matter are divided.</p>

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<p>Prof Alfonso Martinez Arias, from the department of experimental and health sciences at Pompeu Fabra University, reportedly said, "The work has, for the first time, achieved a faithful construction of the complete structure [of a human embryo] from stem cells" in the lab and opens "the door for studies of the events that lead to the formation of the human body plan".</p>

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Scientists at the Weizmann Institute have successfully created an "embryo model" that closely resembles a 14-day-old human embryo, all without the use of sperm, eggs, or a womb, media reports said citing the research.

Scientists at the Weizmann Institute have successfully created an "embryo model" that closely resembles a 14-day-old human embryo, all without the use of sperm, eggs, or a womb, media reports said citing the research. This research marks a significant milestone in the field of embryo modeling, offering a powerful tool to study the earliest stages of human development safely. This groundbreaking achievement used stem cells and then chemicals to coax these cells into forming four distinct types of cells typically found in early human embryos: epiblast cells (which develop into the embryo proper), trophoblast cells (which form the placenta), hypoblast cells (supportive yolk sac), and extraembryonic mesoderm cells, as per reports. A remarkable achievement In order to achieve the astounding feat, a precise mixture of 120 of these cells was prepared, and intriguingly, approximately 1 percent of them self-assembled into a structure. But this does not resemble a human embryo. Also Read | Russia uses car tyres to cover military aircraft to deter Ukrainian drone attacks: Report This process was observed until the model reached a stage comparable to a 14-day-old embryo, a crucial point in early development. "It's a black box and that's not a cliche — our knowledge is very limited," Weizmann Institute of Science Prof Jacob Hanna reportedly told a UK media outlet. The resulting embryo models exhibited intricate details, including the trophoblast enveloping the embryo, cavities called lacuna that facilitate nutrient transfer from the mother's blood, a yolk sac with liver and kidney functions, and a bilaminar embryonic disc, a hallmark of this developmental stage, as per reports. Unlocking the mysteries of early development Researchers believe that these embryo models hold the potential to shed light on various aspects of early development, such as the emergence of different cell types, organ formation, and genetic diseases. Also Read | 'Why won't he...': Musk questions Zuckerberg regarding cage fight Additionally, there's hope that they could contribute to improving in vitro fertilization (IVF) success rates and testing the safety of medicines during pregnancy. Challenges and ethical considerations Despite the promising results, the current 99 percent failure rate in model development poses a challenge. Understanding the causes of miscarriages or infertility may be hindered if the model cannot reliably assemble itself. The possibility of extending embryo development beyond the 14-day stage also raises ethical questions. In some countries, this would not be illegal, as these models are legally distinct from actual embryos. However, opinions on this matter are divided. Watch | Kenya hosts maiden climate summit in Africa × Prof Alfonso Martinez Arias, from the department of experimental and health sciences at Pompeu Fabra University, reportedly said, "The work has, for the first time, achieved a faithful construction of the complete structure [of a human embryo] from stem cells" in the lab and opens "the door for studies of the events that lead to the formation of the human body plan". WATCH WION LIVE HERE 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>Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled an ambitious multi-modal connectivity initiative at the just-concluded 20th ASEAN-India Summit in Indonesia.</p>

<p>The initiative aims to link Southeast Asia, India, West Asia and Europe, which experts suggest could be an alternative to China's One Belt, One Road programme.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Former Indian diplomat Anil Trigunayat, echoed this view, while speaking to WION.</p>

<p>Emphasising the growing strategic partnership between India and ASEAN, Ambassador Trigunayat said, "India and ASEAN, after completing 30 years of their strategic cooperation, have taken the relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership last year."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He pointed out that Prime Minister Modi's visit to the ASEAN Summit, ahead of the G20 Summit being held this weekend in India, underscores the importance India attaches to ASEAN as a partner.</p>

<p>Connectivity has emerged as a pivotal area of cooperation between India and ASEAN.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trigunayat highlighted that India's multi-modal connectivity initiatives, particularly those involving Thailand and Myanmar, aim to establish critical transportation arteries connecting Southeast Asia.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also pointed out that India is already utilising the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) and the Chabahar port, further enhancing connectivity options.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Many ASEAN countries are part of China's BRI initiative. Therefore, Trigunayat asserted that having alternative, efficient, and reliable connectivity options is essential for these nations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I don't think it will replace BRI per se, but it will provide an alternative that is more viable and doable."</p>

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<p>Former secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs, Anil Wadhwa, underlined the economic benefits of India's enhanced connectivity with ASEAN, the Gulf, and Europe.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He stressed on the potential for Indian ports to become transshipment points, boosting the economy and creating jobs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"India is conscious of the fact that it will benefit immensely from transit trade being at the centre of ASEAN and the gulf and Europe. Lately, India has paid a lot of attention to connectivity, improving transportation links and improving infrastructure including port facilities. Indian ports, if developed as transshipment points will benefit the economy and create much-needed jobs and employment. India's trade with the Gulf countries and Europe has grown and India would be keen to ride in that momentum.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, he noted, "Equating it with the Chinese BRI would be inappropriate because the idea of this connectivity has yet to be fleshed out."&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>12-point plan&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>India's 12-point proposal for strengthening India-ASEAN cooperation was presented during the summit by Indian PM Narendra Modi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Prime Minister presented a 12-point proposal for strengthening India – ASEAN cooperation covering connectivity, digital transformation, trade and economic engagement, addressing contemporary challenges, people-to-people contacts and deepening strategic engagement," MEA statement read.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Here is the 12-point plan unveiled by India in Jakarta during the India-ASEAN Summit:&nbsp;</p>

<p>• Establishing multi-modal connectivity and economic corridor that links South-East Asia-India-West Asia-Europe</p>

<p>• Offer to share India’s Digital Public Infrastructure Stack with ASEAN partners</p>

<p>• ASEAN-India fund for Digital Future focusing on cooperation in digital transformation and financial connectivity</p>

<p>• Renewal of support to Economic and Research Institute of ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) to act as knowledge partner for enhancing engagement.</p>

<p>• Call for collectively raising issues being faced by Global South in multilateral fora</p>

<p>• An invitation to ASEAN countries to join Global Centre for Traditional Medicine being established by WHO in India</p>

<p>• Call for working together on Mission LiFE</p>

<p>• Offer to share India’s experience in providing affordable and quality medicines to people through Jan-Aushadhi Kendras</p>

<p>• A call for collective fight against terrorism, terror financing and cyber-disinformation</p>

<p>• Invitation to ASEAN countries to join Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure</p>

<p>• Call for cooperation in disaster management</p>

<p>• Call for enhanced cooperation on maritime safety, security and domain awareness</p>

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled an ambitious multi-modal connectivity initiative at the just-concluded 20th ASEAN-India Summit in Indonesia. The initiative aims to link Southeast Asia, India, West Asia and Europe, which experts suggest could be an alternative to China's One Belt, One Road programme.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled an ambitious multi-modal connectivity initiative at the just-concluded 20th ASEAN-India Summit in Indonesia. The initiative aims to link Southeast Asia, India, West Asia and Europe, which experts suggest could be an alternative to China's One Belt, One Road programme. Former Indian diplomat Anil Trigunayat, echoed this view, while speaking to WION. Emphasising the growing strategic partnership between India and ASEAN, Ambassador Trigunayat said, "India and ASEAN, after completing 30 years of their strategic cooperation, have taken the relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership last year." He pointed out that Prime Minister Modi's visit to the ASEAN Summit, ahead of the G20 Summit being held this weekend in India, underscores the importance India attaches to ASEAN as a partner. Connectivity has emerged as a pivotal area of cooperation between India and ASEAN. Trigunayat highlighted that India's multi-modal connectivity initiatives, particularly those involving Thailand and Myanmar, aim to establish critical transportation arteries connecting Southeast Asia. He also pointed out that India is already utilising the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC) and the Chabahar port, further enhancing connectivity options. Many ASEAN countries are part of China's BRI initiative. Therefore, Trigunayat asserted that having alternative, efficient, and reliable connectivity options is essential for these nations. "I don't think it will replace BRI per se, but it will provide an alternative that is more viable and doable." WATCH | Former diplomat Anil Trigunayat on India-ASEAN connectivity as a viable alternative to China's BRI × Former secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs, Anil Wadhwa, underlined the economic benefits of India's enhanced connectivity with ASEAN, the Gulf, and Europe. He stressed on the potential for Indian ports to become transshipment points, boosting the economy and creating jobs. "India is conscious of the fact that it will benefit immensely from transit trade being at the centre of ASEAN and the gulf and Europe. Lately, India has paid a lot of attention to connectivity, improving transportation links and improving infrastructure including port facilities. Indian ports, if developed as transshipment points will benefit the economy and create much-needed jobs and employment. India's trade with the Gulf countries and Europe has grown and India would be keen to ride in that momentum. However, he noted, "Equating it with the Chinese BRI would be inappropriate because the idea of this connectivity has yet to be fleshed out." 12-point plan India's 12-point proposal for strengthening India-ASEAN cooperation was presented during the summit by Indian PM Narendra Modi. "Prime Minister presented a 12-point proposal for strengthening India – ASEAN cooperation covering connectivity, digital transformation, trade and economic engagement, addressing contemporary challenges, people-to-people contacts and deepening strategic engagement," MEA statement read. Here is the 12-point plan unveiled by India in Jakarta during the India-ASEAN Summit: • Establishing multi-modal connectivity and economic corridor that links South-East Asia-India-West Asia-Europe • Offer to share India’s Digital Public Infrastructure Stack with ASEAN partners • ASEAN-India fund for Digital Future focusing on cooperation in digital transformation and financial connectivity • Renewal of support to Economic and Research Institute of ASEAN and East Asia (ERIA) to act as knowledge partner for enhancing engagement. • Call for collectively raising issues being faced by Global South in multilateral fora • An invitation to ASEAN countries to join Global Centre for Traditional Medicine being established by WHO in India • Call for working together on Mission LiFE • Offer to share India’s experience in providing affordable and quality medicines to people through Jan-Aushadhi Kendras • A call for collective fight against terrorism, terror financing and cyber-disinformation • Invitation to ASEAN countries to join Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure • Call for cooperation in disaster management • Call for enhanced cooperation on maritime safety, security and domain awareness WATCH WION LIVE HERE 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>A manhunt has been initiated for Daniel Abed Khalife, a 21-year-old former soldier allegedly linked to terror-related offences, who managed to escape from HM Prison Wandsworth&nbsp;on Wednesday morning (September 6), media reports said. Khalife was awaiting trial for allegedly placing fake bombs at a military base. As per reports, it is understood that Khalife executed his escape by accessing the prison's kitchen and then strapping himself to the underside of a delivery van. This escape has triggered additional security measures and delays at UK airports.</p>

<h2><strong>Escape details&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Khalife, who was working in the prison kitchen, reportedly made his escape at around 07:50 BST.</p>

<p>"Khalife was last seen wearing a white t-shirt, red and white chequered trousers and brown steel toe cap boots. He is of slim build, has short brown hair and is around 6ft 2 inches tall," Met police said in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Authorities are urging the public not to approach Khalife but to immediately call 999 if they spot him.</p>

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<p>Met police said that Khalife has links to the Kingston area but it is believed he most likely remains in the London area at this time, although he may have traveled further afield.</p>

<p>Police have, however, extended their search to the UK border. Airports and ports have been directed to implement heightened security measures, leading to reported delays.&nbsp;Met Police spokesperson reportedly said, "An alert was issued by the Counter Terrorism Command earlier today in relation to Khalife through established operational briefing channels to relevant UK police and law enforcements agencies, including those at UK ports and borders."</p>

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<p>Following Khalife's escape, HMP Wandsworth was placed on lockdown, but restrictions have now been lifted as the search for the escaped suspect continues.</p>

<h2><strong>Allegations</strong></h2>

<p>Khalife had been in custody, awaiting trial on charges related to terrorism and Official Secrets Act violations. He allegedly left fake devices at the Ministry of Defense (MOD) Stafford with the intention of inducing fear of explosion. He also obtained personal information about soldiers, potentially useful for terrorism, from the Ministry of Defence Joint Personnel Administration System in 2021. Following these actions, Khalife disappeared from MOD Stafford, leading to his arrest later in January.</p>

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<p>The last significant escape involving terrorism inmates occurred in 1994 when IRA prisoners escaped from Whitemoor prison.&nbsp;A January 2022 report by HM Inspectorate of Prisons highlighted a "serious security breach" resulting in an escape from HMP Wandsworth in 2019.</p>

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A manhunt has been initiated for Daniel Abed Khalife, a 21-year-old former soldier allegedly linked to terror-related offences, who managed to escape from HM Prison Wandsworth on Wednesday morning (September 6), media reports said.

A manhunt has been initiated for Daniel Abed Khalife, a 21-year-old former soldier allegedly linked to terror-related offences, who managed to escape from HM Prison Wandsworth on Wednesday morning (September 6), media reports said. Khalife was awaiting trial for allegedly placing fake bombs at a military base. As per reports, it is understood that Khalife executed his escape by accessing the prison's kitchen and then strapping himself to the underside of a delivery van. This escape has triggered additional security measures and delays at UK airports. Escape details Khalife, who was working in the prison kitchen, reportedly made his escape at around 07:50 BST. "Khalife was last seen wearing a white t-shirt, red and white chequered trousers and brown steel toe cap boots. He is of slim build, has short brown hair and is around 6ft 2 inches tall," Met police said in a statement. Authorities are urging the public not to approach Khalife but to immediately call 999 if they spot him. Also Read | Russia uses car tyres to cover military aircraft to deter Ukrainian drone attacks: Report Met police said that Khalife has links to the Kingston area but it is believed he most likely remains in the London area at this time, although he may have traveled further afield. Police have, however, extended their search to the UK border. Airports and ports have been directed to implement heightened security measures, leading to reported delays. Met Police spokesperson reportedly said, "An alert was issued by the Counter Terrorism Command earlier today in relation to Khalife through established operational briefing channels to relevant UK police and law enforcements agencies, including those at UK ports and borders." Also Read | 'Why won't he...': Musk questions Zuckerberg regarding cage fight Following Khalife's escape, HMP Wandsworth was placed on lockdown, but restrictions have now been lifted as the search for the escaped suspect continues. Allegations Khalife had been in custody, awaiting trial on charges related to terrorism and Official Secrets Act violations. He allegedly left fake devices at the Ministry of Defense (MOD) Stafford with the intention of inducing fear of explosion. He also obtained personal information about soldiers, potentially useful for terrorism, from the Ministry of Defence Joint Personnel Administration System in 2021. Following these actions, Khalife disappeared from MOD Stafford, leading to his arrest later in January. Watch | Kenya hosts maiden climate summit in Africa × The last significant escape involving terrorism inmates occurred in 1994 when IRA prisoners escaped from Whitemoor prison. A January 2022 report by HM Inspectorate of Prisons highlighted a "serious security breach" resulting in an escape from HMP Wandsworth in 2019. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

UK: Ex-soldier, awaiting trial for terrorism offences, escapes prison; manhunt on

<p>Kremlin has reacted after the UK announced that it would declare the Wagner group a "terrorist" organisation. Speaking with media personnel, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov commented that the Russian mercenary group does not legally exist in the first place. “There’s nothing to comment on. Perhaps one can add only that, legally speaking, there is no such group.”</p>

<p>The UK government decided to make the move saying that this action would make Wagner illegal. Media reports quoting Home Secretary Suella Braverman said, "Wagner is a violent and destructive organisation which has acted as a military tool of Vladimir Putin's Russia overseas."</p>

<p>"While Putin's regime decides what to do with the monster it created, Wagner's continuing destabilising activities only continue to serve the Kremlin's political goals,” the minister reportedly added.</p>

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<p>With this, now the "proscribed" organisation will be placed at par with al-Qaeda and Islamic State, as per UK media reports.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>'Barbarous murders'</strong></h2>

<p>Wagner group has always been quite controversial. As per a statement by the UK, the mercenary group has indulged itself in activities involving looting, torture, and "barbarous murders" across Ukraine, the Middle East and Africa. UK has termed Wagner a threat to global security.</p>

<p>"They are terrorists, plain and simple - and this proscription order makes that clear in UK law," Braverman said. The Terrorism Act 2000 has bestowed power to the home secretary to proscribe an organisation they believe is involved in terrorism. Following a proscription order, if someone backs the group the act will be considered a criminal offence.</p>

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<p>As per the act,&nbsp;draft measures for banning the Wagner Group will be tabled in the Parliament on Wednesday (September 6).</p>

<h2><strong>Wagner operations&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Apart from fighting for Russia as a mercenary group, Wagner also operated in conflict zones in volatile nations such as Syria, and Libya. The organisation also has operations in various African nations. The role of Wagner in the Russia-Ukraine conflict has been of great significance. The group recruited thousands of convicts from Russian prisons to fight for Russia in its invasion of Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>One of the major operations it took part in during the Ukraine war, which has been ongoing for more than a year now, was the battle of Bakhmut.</p>

<h2><strong>Wagner mutiny&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Wagner in June, launched a mutiny against the Russian army. The armed rebellion was rebuked by Russian President Vladimir Putin. On 23 August, the Wagner chief Prigozhin along with his lieutenants were killed when a private jet he used crashed. The circumstances surrounding the killing still remain unclear.&nbsp;</p>

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Kremlin has reacted after the UK announced that it would declare the Wagner group a "terrorist" organisation. Speaking with media personnel, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov commented that the Russian mercenary group does not legally exist in the first place.

Kremlin has reacted after the UK announced that it would declare the Wagner group a "terrorist" organisation. Speaking with media personnel, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov commented that the Russian mercenary group does not legally exist in the first place. “There’s nothing to comment on. Perhaps one can add only that, legally speaking, there is no such group.” The UK government decided to make the move saying that this action would make Wagner illegal. Media reports quoting Home Secretary Suella Braverman said, "Wagner is a violent and destructive organisation which has acted as a military tool of Vladimir Putin's Russia overseas." "While Putin's regime decides what to do with the monster it created, Wagner's continuing destabilising activities only continue to serve the Kremlin's political goals,” the minister reportedly added. Also Read | Russia uses car tyres to cover military aircraft to deter Ukrainian drone attacks: Report With this, now the "proscribed" organisation will be placed at par with al-Qaeda and Islamic State, as per UK media reports. 'Barbarous murders' Wagner group has always been quite controversial. As per a statement by the UK, the mercenary group has indulged itself in activities involving looting, torture, and "barbarous murders" across Ukraine, the Middle East and Africa. UK has termed Wagner a threat to global security. "They are terrorists, plain and simple - and this proscription order makes that clear in UK law," Braverman said. The Terrorism Act 2000 has bestowed power to the home secretary to proscribe an organisation they believe is involved in terrorism. Following a proscription order, if someone backs the group the act will be considered a criminal offence. Also Read | 'Why won't he...': Musk questions Zuckerberg regarding cage fight As per the act, draft measures for banning the Wagner Group will be tabled in the Parliament on Wednesday (September 6). Wagner operations Apart from fighting for Russia as a mercenary group, Wagner also operated in conflict zones in volatile nations such as Syria, and Libya. The organisation also has operations in various African nations. The role of Wagner in the Russia-Ukraine conflict has been of great significance. The group recruited thousands of convicts from Russian prisons to fight for Russia in its invasion of Ukraine. Watch | Kenya hosts maiden climate summit in Africa × One of the major operations it took part in during the Ukraine war, which has been ongoing for more than a year now, was the battle of Bakhmut. Wagner mutiny Wagner in June, launched a mutiny against the Russian army. The armed rebellion was rebuked by Russian President Vladimir Putin. On 23 August, the Wagner chief Prigozhin along with his lieutenants were killed when a private jet he used crashed. The circumstances surrounding the killing still remain unclear. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

'Legally, there is no such group...': Kremlin reacts as UK to declare Wagner a terror group

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