<p>The Delhi Police seized over 560 kg of cocaine worth nearly $267 million on Wednesday, making it the biggest drug bust in the national capital. The police arrested four men in connection with the drug bust after a raid in South Delhi's Mehrauli.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The police suspect that this is an international drug syndicate being run by Afghan nationals in New Delhi.</p>

<p>According to the officials, those arrested had planned to sell the cocaine in Delhi and the National Capital Region.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes just two days after two other Afghan nationals, Hashimi Mohammad Waris and Abdul Nayib were arrested for allegedly running a syndicate. They were found possessing 400 gm&nbsp;of heroin and 160 gm&nbsp;of cocaine in Delhi's Tilak Nagar area on Sunday.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistani-held-in-biggest-drug-bust-in-india-crystal-meth-worth-145-bn-seized-592189"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;In India's biggest drug bust, crystal meth worth $1.45bn seized from Kerala coast, Pakistani held</strong></a></p>

<p>Waris has been living in India as a refugee since &nbsp;January 2020. However, his family is in Afghanistan. After shifting to India, he worked as a helper at a&nbsp;chemist's shop in Vikaspuri. Later, he entered into the drugs business when his friend contacted him and asked him to collect the consignments from different people in Delhi and NCR.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He used to deliver it further to the receivers. He used to get $100 for each delivery, police said.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Pune: 2 videos of drug consumption go viral, Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde urges strict action</strong></p>

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<p>The police highlighted that Nayib is also an Afghan national, who also came to India in January 2020 along with his father. He is a registered refugee. His whole family, except his father, lives in Afghanistan. Nayib met Waris at&nbsp;the&nbsp;chemist's shop in Vikaspuri.</p>

<p>Later, Waris lured Nayib into the drug business, promising him a lavish lifestyle, according to the police.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Further investigation is underway.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Delhi Police seized over 560 kg of cocaine worth nearly $267 million on Wednesday, making it the biggest drug bust in the national capital. The police arrested four men in connection with the drug bust after a raid in South Delhi's Mehrauli.

The Delhi Police seized over 560 kg of cocaine worth nearly $267 million on Wednesday, making it the biggest drug bust in the national capital. The police arrested four men in connection with the drug bust after a raid in South Delhi's Mehrauli. The police suspect that this is an international drug syndicate being run by Afghan nationals in New Delhi. According to the officials, those arrested had planned to sell the cocaine in Delhi and the National Capital Region. This comes just two days after two other Afghan nationals, Hashimi Mohammad Waris and Abdul Nayib were arrested for allegedly running a syndicate. They were found possessing 400 gm of heroin and 160 gm of cocaine in Delhi's Tilak Nagar area on Sunday. Also read: In India's biggest drug bust, crystal meth worth $1.45bn seized from Kerala coast, Pakistani held Waris has been living in India as a refugee since January 2020. However, his family is in Afghanistan. After shifting to India, he worked as a helper at a chemist's shop in Vikaspuri. Later, he entered into the drugs business when his friend contacted him and asked him to collect the consignments from different people in Delhi and NCR. He used to deliver it further to the receivers. He used to get $100 for each delivery, police said. Watch | Pune: 2 videos of drug consumption go viral, Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde urges strict action × The police highlighted that Nayib is also an Afghan national, who also came to India in January 2020 along with his father. He is a registered refugee. His whole family, except his father, lives in Afghanistan. Nayib met Waris at the chemist's shop in Vikaspuri. Later, Waris lured Nayib into the drug business, promising him a lavish lifestyle, according to the police. Further investigation is underway. (With inputs from agencies)

Biggest drug bust in Delhi: Cocaine worth over $250 million seized, four arrested

<p>Israel Defense Forces (IDF), on Wednesday (Oct 2)&nbsp;said it had sent more troops into Lebanon after the Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group claimed its fighters clashed with the Israeli military in a border village.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The size of Israeli military units is classified, but a division typically consists of at least 10,000 troops. The announcement to send such a large number of troops comes despite Israel's claims that its operation in Lebanon is "limited, localized, targeted” – &nbsp;a description it repeated on today.</p>

<h2><strong>IDF calls on Lebanese civilians to evacuate&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The IDF has called on Lebanese civilians in two dozen villages in southern Lebanon to evacuate immediately. “Hezbollah’s activity forces the IDF to act against it. The IDF does not wish to harm you,” Col. Avichay Adraee, the IDF’s Arabic-language spokesman, said&nbsp;in a statement on X.</p>

<p>“For your safety, you must evacuate your homes immediately. Anyone who is near Hezbollah operatives, their facilities, or their weapons, puts themselves at risk,” he added.</p>

<p>Adraee warned that any house used by Hezbollah for military purposes is a target.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Tuesday, the IDF issued a similar order&nbsp;in 28 other villages in southern Lebanon.</p>

<p>The IDF has described the ground operations in southern Lebanon as “limited, localized, and targeted raids,” with the goal of demolishing Hezbollah’s infrastructure in the border area.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Netanyahu vowed Iran 'will pay' for missile attack&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Iran had made a “big mistake” and “will pay,” amid fears&nbsp;of an&nbsp;all-out war in the region.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Iran's Supreme Leader tells West to 'get lost'</strong></h2>

<p>On Wednesday morning, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said that the United States and its European allies should "get lost" from the region so that "undoubtedly these conflicts, wars, and clashes would completely cease."</p>

<p>“The countries of the region are capable of managing their own affairs, governing their region, and living together in peace and security,” the semi-official Mehr news agency reported, citing Khamenei.&nbsp;</p>

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Israel Defense Forces (IDF), on Wednesday (Oct 2) said it had sent more troops into Lebanon after the Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group claimed its fighters clashed with the Israeli military in a border village.

Israel Defense Forces (IDF), on Wednesday (Oct 2) said it had sent more troops into Lebanon after the Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group claimed its fighters clashed with the Israeli military in a border village. The size of Israeli military units is classified, but a division typically consists of at least 10,000 troops. The announcement to send such a large number of troops comes despite Israel's claims that its operation in Lebanon is "limited, localized, targeted” –  a description it repeated on today. IDF calls on Lebanese civilians to evacuate The IDF has called on Lebanese civilians in two dozen villages in southern Lebanon to evacuate immediately. “Hezbollah’s activity forces the IDF to act against it. The IDF does not wish to harm you,” Col. Avichay Adraee, the IDF’s Arabic-language spokesman, said in a statement on X. “For your safety, you must evacuate your homes immediately. Anyone who is near Hezbollah operatives, their facilities, or their weapons, puts themselves at risk,” he added. Adraee warned that any house used by Hezbollah for military purposes is a target. On Tuesday, the IDF issued a similar order in 28 other villages in southern Lebanon. The IDF has described the ground operations in southern Lebanon as “limited, localized, and targeted raids,” with the goal of demolishing Hezbollah’s infrastructure in the border area. Netanyahu vowed Iran 'will pay' for missile attack Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Iran had made a “big mistake” and “will pay,” amid fears of an all-out war in the region. Iran's Supreme Leader tells West to 'get lost' On Wednesday morning, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said that the United States and its European allies should "get lost" from the region so that "undoubtedly these conflicts, wars, and clashes would completely cease." “The countries of the region are capable of managing their own affairs, governing their region, and living together in peace and security,” the semi-official Mehr news agency reported, citing Khamenei. Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel vows to make Iran pay for missile attack, sends more troops to Lebanon

<p>British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed to Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday his country's "steadfast commitment" to Israeli security and protection of civilians after Iran's missile attack.</p>

<p>A spokesperson for Starmer's office said the prime minister spoke with Netanyahu on Tuesday afternoon, and the leaders discussed the escalating situation across the Middle East.</p>

<p>Starmer condemned Iran's attack on Israel, which began during the leaders' conversation, in the "strongest terms", the spokesperson added.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-says-attack-on-tel-aviv-response-to-nasrallahs-death-warns-of-crushing-attacks-if-israel-retaliates-763676"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Tehran warns of ‘crushing attacks’ if Israel retaliates to Iranian missile barrage</strong></a></p>

<p>Iran fired a salvo of ballistic missiles at Israel on Tuesday in retaliation for Israel's campaign against Tehran's Hezbollah allies in Lebanon, and Israel vowed a "painful response" against its enemy.</p>

<p>Alarms sounded across Israel and explosions could be heard in Jerusalem and the Jordan River valley after Israelis piled into bomb shelters. Reuters journalists saw missiles intercepted in the airspace of neighbouring Jordan.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Iran Attacks Israel: Dozens Of Explosions Boom Across Jerusalem</strong></p>

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<p>Starmer also spoke with Jordan's King Abdullah, and they underscored the urgent need for a ceasefire in both Lebanon and Gaza.</p>

<p>"The prime minister said he will work alongside partners and do everything possible to push for de-escalation and push for a diplomatic solution," the spokesperson said.</p>

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed to Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday his country's "steadfast commitment" to Israeli security and protection of civilians after Iran's missile attack.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed to Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday his country's "steadfast commitment" to Israeli security and protection of civilians after Iran's missile attack. A spokesperson for Starmer's office said the prime minister spoke with Netanyahu on Tuesday afternoon, and the leaders discussed the escalating situation across the Middle East. Starmer condemned Iran's attack on Israel, which began during the leaders' conversation, in the "strongest terms", the spokesperson added. Also read: Tehran warns of ‘crushing attacks’ if Israel retaliates to Iranian missile barrage Iran fired a salvo of ballistic missiles at Israel on Tuesday in retaliation for Israel's campaign against Tehran's Hezbollah allies in Lebanon, and Israel vowed a "painful response" against its enemy. Alarms sounded across Israel and explosions could be heard in Jerusalem and the Jordan River valley after Israelis piled into bomb shelters. Reuters journalists saw missiles intercepted in the airspace of neighbouring Jordan. Watch | Iran Attacks Israel: Dozens Of Explosions Boom Across Jerusalem × Starmer also spoke with Jordan's King Abdullah, and they underscored the urgent need for a ceasefire in both Lebanon and Gaza. "The prime minister said he will work alongside partners and do everything possible to push for de-escalation and push for a diplomatic solution," the spokesperson said. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience

UK PM Starmer expresses Britain's 'steadfast commitment' to Israel's security in call with Netanyahu

<p>The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) called the air defences “effective”, saying that it intercepted “a large number” of the 180 ballistic missiles launched by Iran on Tuesday (Oct 1) evening.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Israel’s air defences were “effective,” the IDF said. The Israeli military added that there are “isolated” impacts in central Israel and several more impacts in southern Israel.</p>

<p>There is no damage to the “competence” of the Israeli Air Force in the attack, and the IAF’s planes, air defences, and air traffic control are operating normally, the military added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-says-attack-on-tel-aviv-response-to-nasrallahs-death-warns-of-crushing-attacks-if-israel-retaliates-763676"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Tehran warns of ‘crushing attacks’ if Israel retaliates to Iranian missile barrage</strong></a></p>

<p>Meanwhile, Iran's state-run media channel, Press TV, claimed, “80 per cent &nbsp;of missiles fired at occupied territories hit targets”.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Iranian mission to the United Nations said that Iran's legal, rational, and legitimate response to the terrorist acts of the Zionist regime has been duly carried out.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Iran Attacks Israel: Dozens Of Explosions Boom Across Jerusalem</strong></p>

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<p>The IDF released footage of hundreds of Iranian missiles as they rained over the Old City in Jerusalem.</p>

<p>"Watch as Iranian missiles rain over the Old City in Jerusalem, a holy site for Muslims, Christians and Jews. This is the target of the Iranian regime: everyone,” the IDF said in a statement on X.&nbsp;</p>

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The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) called the air defences “effective”, saying that it intercepted “a large number” of the 180 ballistic missiles launched by Iran on Tuesday (Oct 1) evening.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) called the air defences “effective”, saying that it intercepted “a large number” of the 180 ballistic missiles launched by Iran on Tuesday (Oct 1) evening. Israel’s air defences were “effective,” the IDF said. The Israeli military added that there are “isolated” impacts in central Israel and several more impacts in southern Israel. There is no damage to the “competence” of the Israeli Air Force in the attack, and the IAF’s planes, air defences, and air traffic control are operating normally, the military added. Also read: Tehran warns of ‘crushing attacks’ if Israel retaliates to Iranian missile barrage Meanwhile, Iran's state-run media channel, Press TV, claimed, “80 per cent of missiles fired at occupied territories hit targets”. The Iranian mission to the United Nations said that Iran's legal, rational, and legitimate response to the terrorist acts of the Zionist regime has been duly carried out. Watch | Iran Attacks Israel: Dozens Of Explosions Boom Across Jerusalem × The IDF released footage of hundreds of Iranian missiles as they rained over the Old City in Jerusalem. "Watch as Iranian missiles rain over the Old City in Jerusalem, a holy site for Muslims, Christians and Jews. This is the target of the Iranian regime: everyone,” the IDF said in a statement on X. Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

IDF calls its air defence ‘effective’, says intercepted ‘large number’ of Iranian missiles fired at Israel

<p>A US labour board issued a complaint accusing Apple of violating employees' rights to organise and advocate for better working conditions by maintaining a series of unlawful workplace rules.</p>

<p>The National Labor Relations Board in the complaint announced late on Monday claims Apple required employees nationwide to sign illegal confidentiality, non-disclosure, and non-compete agreements and imposed overly broad misconduct and social media policies.</p>

<p>The complaint accuses Apple of "interfering with, restraining, and coercing employees in the exercise of" their rights under federal labor law.</p>

<p>Apple, in a statement provided by a spokesperson, said it has always respected its employees' rights to discuss wages, hours, and working conditions, which is reflected in its employment policies.</p>

<p>"We strongly disagree with these claims and will continue to share the facts at the hearing," the company said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/tech-firms-slash-business-travel-in-2023-but-alphabet-and-apple-fall-behind-study-758097"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Tech firms slash business travel in 2023, but Alphabet and Apple fall behind: Study</strong></a></p>

<p>If Apple does not settle the case, it will be heard by an administrative judge beginning in January. The agency is seeking to require Apple to rescind the allegedly unlawful rules and notify its entire US&nbsp;workforce of their legal rights.</p>

<p>Administrative judges' decisions can be reviewed by the five-member labor board, whose rulings can be appealed to federal appeals courts.</p>

<p>The complaint stems from charges filed against Apple in 2021 by Ashley Gjovik, a former senior engineering manager at the company. Gjovik said various Apple rules, including those relating to confidentiality and social media use, deter employees from discussing issues such as pay equity and sex discrimination with each other and the media.</p>

<p>Gjovik also filed a lawsuit in California federal court in May accusing Apple of illegally retaliating against her for filing the NLRB complaints and attempting to organize other workers. Apple has denied wrongdoing and has moved to dismiss the case.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Apple Tax To Help Ireland's Economic Security</strong></p>

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<p>The company is facing at least two other pending NLRB cases claiming it fired an employee at its Cupertino, California headquarters for criticising managers and illegally interfered with a union campaign at a retail store in Atlanta. The company has denied wrongdoing.</p>

<p>The NLRB in May ruled that the manager of an Apple store in Manhattan unlawfully interrogated an employee about his support for a union. Two Apple stores in the US have unionised since 2022, and unions are working to organize several other locations.</p>

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A US labour board issued a complaint accusing Apple of violating employees' rights to organise and advocate for better working conditions by maintaining a series of unlawful workplace rules.

A US labour board issued a complaint accusing Apple of violating employees' rights to organise and advocate for better working conditions by maintaining a series of unlawful workplace rules. The National Labor Relations Board in the complaint announced late on Monday claims Apple required employees nationwide to sign illegal confidentiality, non-disclosure, and non-compete agreements and imposed overly broad misconduct and social media policies. The complaint accuses Apple of "interfering with, restraining, and coercing employees in the exercise of" their rights under federal labor law. Apple, in a statement provided by a spokesperson, said it has always respected its employees' rights to discuss wages, hours, and working conditions, which is reflected in its employment policies. "We strongly disagree with these claims and will continue to share the facts at the hearing," the company said. Also read: Tech firms slash business travel in 2023, but Alphabet and Apple fall behind: Study If Apple does not settle the case, it will be heard by an administrative judge beginning in January. The agency is seeking to require Apple to rescind the allegedly unlawful rules and notify its entire US workforce of their legal rights. Administrative judges' decisions can be reviewed by the five-member labor board, whose rulings can be appealed to federal appeals courts. The complaint stems from charges filed against Apple in 2021 by Ashley Gjovik, a former senior engineering manager at the company. Gjovik said various Apple rules, including those relating to confidentiality and social media use, deter employees from discussing issues such as pay equity and sex discrimination with each other and the media. Gjovik also filed a lawsuit in California federal court in May accusing Apple of illegally retaliating against her for filing the NLRB complaints and attempting to organize other workers. Apple has denied wrongdoing and has moved to dismiss the case. Watch | Apple Tax To Help Ireland's Economic Security × The company is facing at least two other pending NLRB cases claiming it fired an employee at its Cupertino, California headquarters for criticising managers and illegally interfered with a union campaign at a retail store in Atlanta. The company has denied wrongdoing. The NLRB in May ruled that the manager of an Apple store in Manhattan unlawfully interrogated an employee about his support for a union. Two Apple stores in the US have unionised since 2022, and unions are working to organize several other locations. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

US labour board accuses Apple of imposing illegal workplace rules

<p>Amid Hurricane Helene’s devastating effect in several states of the United States, a father covered a 30-mile journey on foot from South Carolina to Tennessee to walk his daughter down the aisle at her wedding&nbsp;on Saturday morning.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The father, David Jones, risked his life as Hurricane Helene hit the US in the past days&nbsp;and trekked overnight for five-and-a-half hours, most of it in total darkness.&nbsp;</p>

<p>If the hurricane had not affected, it would have been a two-hour drive from Boiling Springs, South Carolina, to Johnson City, Tennessee. However, it turned into an almost 27-mile overnight journey, the 64-year-old father told USA TODAY on Monday.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/130-dead-from-hurricane-helene-biden-announced-his-visit-to-storm-hit-north-carolina-amid-trump-controversy-763423"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;130 dead from Hurricane Helene, Biden announced his visit to storm-hit North Carolina amid Trump controversy</strong></a></p>

<p>"I think every dad would do everything they could to get to their daughter's wedding," Jones said. "Like the scripture says, 'With God, anything is possible.' I think this was a prime example of that."</p>

<p>The Southeast is still suffering from the effects of Hurricane Helene, as millions of people are still without power, thousands of homes are flooded.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Jones’&nbsp;journey to his daughter’s wedding</strong></h2>

<p>Jones was traveling with his wife and her mother and was already in the process of moving from Johnson City to Boiling Springs when Hurricane Helene made landfall. The original plan was for them to drive to Johnson City on Friday so he could walk his daughter down the aisle by 11 am on Saturday.</p>

<p>"I had no cell phone service, no internet or anything like that, so I had no idea the extent of the devastation that lay ahead," Jones said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added that he has lived in Tennessee for 42 years and did not expect the&nbsp;degree of destruction caused by the storm.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Hurricane Helene Sparks Widespread Humanitarian Crisis Across US States</strong></p>

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<p>As he started driving out of South Carolina, he kept getting distracted due to traffic and detours. "At one point, it took me three hours to go 10 miles," he said.</p>

<p>Jones decided to get as close to Johnson City as he could so if worst came to worst, then he could be FaceTimed into the wedding and walk his daughter down the aisle virtually. To make it possible, he left behind his Ford Explorer at the exit on Interstate 26 and began travelling on foot towards the bridge that troopers said was washed out.</p>

<p>"I grabbed my backpack, threw in my shaving kit and a couple of days of socks and underwear, grabbed my windbreaker, and off I went," Jones said.</p>

<p>Despite the debris and "quicksand-like" mud ahead of him, he got through the wreckage and back on the Interstate. Jonas, eventually, travelled 26.82 miles, which included 10 by car and about 17 by foot.</p>

<p>He said that the entire experience was a "full circle moment" that ended with Jones, his daughter and their family hugging and shedding tears.</p>

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Amid Hurricane Helene’s devastating effect in several states of the United States, a father covered a 30-mile journey on foot from South Carolina to Tennessee to walk his daughter down the aisle at her wedding on Saturday morning.

Amid Hurricane Helene’s devastating effect in several states of the United States, a father covered a 30-mile journey on foot from South Carolina to Tennessee to walk his daughter down the aisle at her wedding on Saturday morning. The father, David Jones, risked his life as Hurricane Helene hit the US in the past days and trekked overnight for five-and-a-half hours, most of it in total darkness. If the hurricane had not affected, it would have been a two-hour drive from Boiling Springs, South Carolina, to Johnson City, Tennessee. However, it turned into an almost 27-mile overnight journey, the 64-year-old father told USA TODAY on Monday. Also read: 130 dead from Hurricane Helene, Biden announced his visit to storm-hit North Carolina amid Trump controversy "I think every dad would do everything they could to get to their daughter's wedding," Jones said. "Like the scripture says, 'With God, anything is possible.' I think this was a prime example of that." The Southeast is still suffering from the effects of Hurricane Helene, as millions of people are still without power, thousands of homes are flooded. Jones’ journey to his daughter’s wedding Jones was traveling with his wife and her mother and was already in the process of moving from Johnson City to Boiling Springs when Hurricane Helene made landfall. The original plan was for them to drive to Johnson City on Friday so he could walk his daughter down the aisle by 11 am on Saturday. "I had no cell phone service, no internet or anything like that, so I had no idea the extent of the devastation that lay ahead," Jones said. He added that he has lived in Tennessee for 42 years and did not expect the degree of destruction caused by the storm. Watch | Hurricane Helene Sparks Widespread Humanitarian Crisis Across US States × As he started driving out of South Carolina, he kept getting distracted due to traffic and detours. "At one point, it took me three hours to go 10 miles," he said. Jones decided to get as close to Johnson City as he could so if worst came to worst, then he could be FaceTimed into the wedding and walk his daughter down the aisle virtually. To make it possible, he left behind his Ford Explorer at the exit on Interstate 26 and began travelling on foot towards the bridge that troopers said was washed out. "I grabbed my backpack, threw in my shaving kit and a couple of days of socks and underwear, grabbed my windbreaker, and off I went," Jones said. Despite the debris and "quicksand-like" mud ahead of him, he got through the wreckage and back on the Interstate. Jonas, eventually, travelled 26.82 miles, which included 10 by car and about 17 by foot. He said that the entire experience was a "full circle moment" that ended with Jones, his daughter and their family hugging and shedding tears. (With inputs from agencies)

Father walks nearly 30 miles amid Hurricane Helene to attend daughter’s wedding

<p>Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi warned against China's "Grey Zone" tactics along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and stressed that despite the situation on the countries’ border remaining stable persistently, it however, was "not normal".</p>

<p>Army Chief General Dwivedi was addressing the curtain raiser of the Chanakya Forum Dialogue.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He highlighted the key insights into India’s defence posture, regional stability, and the importance of joint military planning.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-china-agree-to-uphold-peace-and-tranquility-along-line-of-actual-control-746045"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;India, China agree to ‘uphold peace and tranquility’ along Line of Actual Control</strong></a></p>

<p>He further stressed the need to compete, confront, and co-exist with China.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“With China, you have to compete, cooperate, coexist, confront, and contest... So what's the situation today? It's stable, but it's not normal and it's sensitive. We want the situation to be restored back to what it was before April 2020, whether in terms of the ground occupation situation or the buffer zones that have been created or patrolling which have been kind of planned as of now. So until that situation is restored, as far as we are concerned, the situation will remain sensitive and we are fully operationally prepared to face any kind of contingency," said the army chief, adding that trust has become the biggest casualty.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;India To Maintain LAC Troop Deployment As Trust Deficit With China Persists | WION Originals</strong></p>

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<p>“War will come when it comes, but we must be ready during the period in between. Kargil, Galwan, Doklam -- these were not full wars, but examples of Grey Zone conflicts,” he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He emphasised the need to have a common understanding to handle Grey Zone threats. “At every level, we need to have a common understanding and approach to handling Grey Zone threats,” Dwivedi concluded.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi warned against China's "Grey Zone" tactics along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and stressed that despite the situation on the countries’ border remaining stable persistently, it however, was "not normal".

Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi warned against China's "Grey Zone" tactics along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and stressed that despite the situation on the countries’ border remaining stable persistently, it however, was "not normal". Army Chief General Dwivedi was addressing the curtain raiser of the Chanakya Forum Dialogue. He highlighted the key insights into India’s defence posture, regional stability, and the importance of joint military planning. Also read: India, China agree to ‘uphold peace and tranquility’ along Line of Actual Control He further stressed the need to compete, confront, and co-exist with China. “With China, you have to compete, cooperate, coexist, confront, and contest... So what's the situation today? It's stable, but it's not normal and it's sensitive. We want the situation to be restored back to what it was before April 2020, whether in terms of the ground occupation situation or the buffer zones that have been created or patrolling which have been kind of planned as of now. So until that situation is restored, as far as we are concerned, the situation will remain sensitive and we are fully operationally prepared to face any kind of contingency," said the army chief, adding that trust has become the biggest casualty. Watch | India To Maintain LAC Troop Deployment As Trust Deficit With China Persists | WION Originals × “War will come when it comes, but we must be ready during the period in between. Kargil, Galwan, Doklam -- these were not full wars, but examples of Grey Zone conflicts,” he added. He emphasised the need to have a common understanding to handle Grey Zone threats. “At every level, we need to have a common understanding and approach to handling Grey Zone threats,” Dwivedi concluded. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian Army Chief warns against China’s tactics along LAC, says, ‘situation stable, but not normal’

<p>South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol warned North Korean leader Kim Jong Un that any use of nuclear weapons against Seoul would lead to the end of his&nbsp;regime.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Yeol was speaking during an event marking the 76th Armed Forces Day, as North Korea has intensified its nuclear threats with the first public disclosure of its uranium enrichment facility last month.</p>

<p>He further underscored the strength of South Korea's alliance with the US, which currently has thousands of troops in the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-fires-short-range-ballistic-missiles-for-second-time-in-a-week-759685"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;North Korea fires short-range ballistic missiles for second time in a week</strong></a></p>

<p>"Our military will immediately retaliate against North Korea's provocations based on its robust combat capabilities and solid readiness posture," Yoon said during a commemorative ceremony at Seoul Air Base in Seongnam, just south of the capital.</p>

<p>"If North Korea attempts to use nuclear weapons, it will face the resolute and overwhelming response of our military and the South Korea-US alliance. That day will be the end of the North Korean regime," he added.</p>

<p>The South Korean president also noted North Korea's move to send trash balloons and GPS jamming attacks on its territory.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;UN Nuclear Chief On North Korea's Nuclear Program</strong></p>

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<p>"After committing despicable types of provocations like sending trash balloons and GPS jamming attacks, they have now gone so far as to claim a 'two hostile states' theory, even denying the possibility of reunification," he said.</p>

<p>South Korea's intelligence agency reported that North Korea could produce a significant number of nuclear weapons and may conduct another nuclear test after the US elections.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Yeol urged the Kim's regime to abandon "delusions" that nuclear weapons guarantee its security, vowing to build a strong military and strengthen the security posture based on the strong alliance with the US, as well as trilateral cooperation involving Japan.</p>

<p>“False peace, based on the enemy's goodwill, is nothing but a mirage," he said. "History has proven that the only way to safeguard peace is by strengthening our power so the enemy cannot dare challenge us."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol warned North Korean leader Kim Jong Un that any use of nuclear weapons against Seoul would lead to the end of his regime. Yeol was speaking during an event marking the 76th Armed Forces Day, as North Korea has intensified its nuclear threats with the first public disclosure of its uranium enrichment facility last month.

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol warned North Korean leader Kim Jong Un that any use of nuclear weapons against Seoul would lead to the end of his regime. Yeol was speaking during an event marking the 76th Armed Forces Day, as North Korea has intensified its nuclear threats with the first public disclosure of its uranium enrichment facility last month. He further underscored the strength of South Korea's alliance with the US, which currently has thousands of troops in the country. Also read: North Korea fires short-range ballistic missiles for second time in a week "Our military will immediately retaliate against North Korea's provocations based on its robust combat capabilities and solid readiness posture," Yoon said during a commemorative ceremony at Seoul Air Base in Seongnam, just south of the capital. "If North Korea attempts to use nuclear weapons, it will face the resolute and overwhelming response of our military and the South Korea-US alliance. That day will be the end of the North Korean regime," he added. The South Korean president also noted North Korea's move to send trash balloons and GPS jamming attacks on its territory. Watch | UN Nuclear Chief On North Korea's Nuclear Program × "After committing despicable types of provocations like sending trash balloons and GPS jamming attacks, they have now gone so far as to claim a 'two hostile states' theory, even denying the possibility of reunification," he said. South Korea's intelligence agency reported that North Korea could produce a significant number of nuclear weapons and may conduct another nuclear test after the US elections. Yeol urged the Kim's regime to abandon "delusions" that nuclear weapons guarantee its security, vowing to build a strong military and strengthen the security posture based on the strong alliance with the US, as well as trilateral cooperation involving Japan. “False peace, based on the enemy's goodwill, is nothing but a mirage," he said. "History has proven that the only way to safeguard peace is by strengthening our power so the enemy cannot dare challenge us." (With inputs from agencies)

South Korea  warns North of ‘end of Kim’s regime’ if it uses nuclear weapons

<p>The Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group said that it targeted Mossad headquarters and Glilot military base on the outskirts of Israel's Tel Aviv with salvos of Fadi-4 rockets.&nbsp;This comes after&nbsp;Hezbollah had&nbsp;targeted the Mossad HQ last week.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Israeli reports, several settlers were injured in the rocket barrage from Lebanon on Tel Aviv.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The latest attack from Lebanon was reportedly "the largest" since the beginning of the war.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Earlier, Hezbollah said that it struck gatherings of Israeli troopers in artillery and rocket attacks on the northern part of the occupied Palestinian territories in retaliation for Israeli strikes on Lebanon.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: Heavy IDF Shelling In Beirut Suburbs</strong></p>

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<p>The militant group added that they also targeted the Doviv barracks with Falaq-2 rockets and the gathering of Israeli forces near the settlement of Rosh Pina with a rocket barrage.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The group conducted the operations in support of “steadfast Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip and … their valiant and honourable resistance, and in defence of Lebanon and its people," Hezbollah said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This comes after Israel intensified its attacks in Lebanon and killed Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah and other key leaders of the militant group.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-launches-ground-operation-in-lebanon-against-hezbollah-top-10-points-763338"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Israel launches ground operation in Lebanon against Hezbollah | Top 10 points</strong></a></p>

<p>Earlier in the day (Oct 1), Israeli troops also claimed to have&nbsp;begun a ground operation across the Lebanon border. Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Spokesperson Avichay Adraee urged the residents of 25 towns and villages in southern Lebanon to evacuate.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"You must immediately head north of the Awali River," he said in a post on X. "Save your lives and evacuate your homes immediately."</p>

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The Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group said that it targeted Mossad headquarters and Glilot military base on the outskirts of Israel's Tel Aviv with salvos of Fadi-4 rockets.

The Iran-backed Hezbollah militant group said that it targeted Mossad headquarters and Glilot military base on the outskirts of Israel's Tel Aviv with salvos of Fadi-4 rockets. This comes after Hezbollah had targeted the Mossad HQ last week. According to Israeli reports, several settlers were injured in the rocket barrage from Lebanon on Tel Aviv. The latest attack from Lebanon was reportedly "the largest" since the beginning of the war. Earlier, Hezbollah said that it struck gatherings of Israeli troopers in artillery and rocket attacks on the northern part of the occupied Palestinian territories in retaliation for Israeli strikes on Lebanon. Watch | Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: Heavy IDF Shelling In Beirut Suburbs × The militant group added that they also targeted the Doviv barracks with Falaq-2 rockets and the gathering of Israeli forces near the settlement of Rosh Pina with a rocket barrage. The group conducted the operations in support of “steadfast Palestinian people in the Gaza Strip and … their valiant and honourable resistance, and in defence of Lebanon and its people," Hezbollah said. This comes after Israel intensified its attacks in Lebanon and killed Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah and other key leaders of the militant group. Also read: Israel launches ground operation in Lebanon against Hezbollah | Top 10 points Earlier in the day (Oct 1), Israeli troops also claimed to have begun a ground operation across the Lebanon border. Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Spokesperson Avichay Adraee urged the residents of 25 towns and villages in southern Lebanon to evacuate. "You must immediately head north of the Awali River," he said in a post on X. "Save your lives and evacuate your homes immediately." Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Hezbollah targets Mossad headquarters, Glilot military base near Tel Aviv with rockets

<p>A senior Israeli official accused the United States&nbsp;of endangering Israeli soldiers by leaking its plans for the Israeli ground operation in Lebanon, The Times of Israel reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Monday (Sep 30), the official called the leaks by the US "dangerous", saying that it has put the Israeli troops in danger, according to Kan news.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“This was done even though the US supports the operation," the official said, adding, "but it is clear to us that the US is worried — and therefore they outed the operation to try to limit it.”</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-begins-localised-and-targeted-ground-operation-in-lebanon-days-after-hezbollah-chiefs-death-763329"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Israel begins 'localised and targeted' ground operation in Lebanon, days after Hezbollah chief's death</strong></a></p>

<p>The official further said that "there will be no (diplomatic) arrangement in Lebanon before the end of the operation.”</p>

<p>This comes amid the reports that the ministers in Israel's political-security cabinet were left frustrated that the news of their planned invasion was leaked. Following the reports, an unnamed US security official confirmed yesterday to different news outlets of an impending 'limited' invasion into Lebanon.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: Israel Begins Ground Invasion In South Lebanon</strong></p>

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<p>Meanwhile, US State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller on Monday said that Israel "had told us that those are limited operations focused on Hezbollah infrastructure near the border".&nbsp;</p>

<p>On Monday, US President Joe Biden also told reporters that he was "more aware than you might know", before adding: "We should have a cease-fire now".&nbsp;</p>

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A senior Israeli official accused the United States of endangering Israeli soldiers by leaking its plans for the Israeli ground operation in Lebanon, The Times of Israel reported.

A senior Israeli official accused the United States of endangering Israeli soldiers by leaking its plans for the Israeli ground operation in Lebanon, The Times of Israel reported. On Monday (Sep 30), the official called the leaks by the US "dangerous", saying that it has put the Israeli troops in danger, according to Kan news. “This was done even though the US supports the operation," the official said, adding, "but it is clear to us that the US is worried — and therefore they outed the operation to try to limit it.” Also read: Israel begins 'localised and targeted' ground operation in Lebanon, days after Hezbollah chief's death The official further said that "there will be no (diplomatic) arrangement in Lebanon before the end of the operation.” This comes amid the reports that the ministers in Israel's political-security cabinet were left frustrated that the news of their planned invasion was leaked. Following the reports, an unnamed US security official confirmed yesterday to different news outlets of an impending 'limited' invasion into Lebanon. Watch | Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: Israel Begins Ground Invasion In South Lebanon × Meanwhile, US State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller on Monday said that Israel "had told us that those are limited operations focused on Hezbollah infrastructure near the border". On Monday, US President Joe Biden also told reporters that he was "more aware than you might know", before adding: "We should have a cease-fire now". Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Israeli official accuses US of endangering IDF soldiers by leaking Lebanon ground operation plans

<p>Taiwan's defence ministry said on Sunday (Sep 29) that it was on heightened alert after detecting "multiple waves" of missile firing in inland China. This comes days after Beijing test-launched an intercontinental ballistic missile.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The ministry said they detected the firing by China's Rocket Force and army in the provinces and regions of Inner Mongolia, Gansu, Qinghai, and Xinjiang from 6:50 am (local time) on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The military has continuously monitored relevant developments, and the air defence forces maintain a high degree of vigilance and strengthen their alert," Taiwan's defence ministry said in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-sends-43-aircraft-8-navy-ships-around-taiwan-in-fresh-provocation-act-762043"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;China sends 43 aircraft, 8 navy ships around Taiwan in fresh provocation act</strong></a></p>

<p>"The security and prosperity of the Indo-Pacific region are related to global development. Any threatening and provocative actions will seriously undermine regional stability," it added.</p>

<p>Reuters reported that China's defence ministry did not respond to the calls seeking comment outside of office hours.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Taiwan has been keeping an eye on China's military activities as it has been tracking a rise in its activities across the vicinity of the democratically governed island.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Taiwan-China Tensions Escalates With Chinese Warplanes Newar Taiwan</strong></p>

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<p>The recent firings come after China test-launched an intercontinental ballistic missile on Wednesday, firing it into the Pacific Ocean in its first such exercise in decades.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The launch, however, triggered protests from countries in the region. Taiwan also strongly condemned the action and urged Beijing to "exercise restraint and cease its reckless military drills which inflame regional tension".</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Taiwan's defence ministry said on Sunday (Sep 29) that it was on heightened alert after detecting "multiple waves" of missile firing in inland China. This comes days after Beijing test-launched an intercontinental ballistic missile.

Taiwan's defence ministry said on Sunday (Sep 29) that it was on heightened alert after detecting "multiple waves" of missile firing in inland China. This comes days after Beijing test-launched an intercontinental ballistic missile. The ministry said they detected the firing by China's Rocket Force and army in the provinces and regions of Inner Mongolia, Gansu, Qinghai, and Xinjiang from 6:50 am (local time) on Saturday. "The military has continuously monitored relevant developments, and the air defence forces maintain a high degree of vigilance and strengthen their alert," Taiwan's defence ministry said in a statement. Also read: China sends 43 aircraft, 8 navy ships around Taiwan in fresh provocation act "The security and prosperity of the Indo-Pacific region are related to global development. Any threatening and provocative actions will seriously undermine regional stability," it added. Reuters reported that China's defence ministry did not respond to the calls seeking comment outside of office hours. Taiwan has been keeping an eye on China's military activities as it has been tracking a rise in its activities across the vicinity of the democratically governed island. Watch | Taiwan-China Tensions Escalates With Chinese Warplanes Newar Taiwan × The recent firings come after China test-launched an intercontinental ballistic missile on Wednesday, firing it into the Pacific Ocean in its first such exercise in decades. The launch, however, triggered protests from countries in the region. Taiwan also strongly condemned the action and urged Beijing to "exercise restraint and cease its reckless military drills which inflame regional tension". (With inputs from agencies)

Taiwan on heightened alert after 'multiple waves' of missile firing in inland China

<p>Austria's far-right topped Sunday's national elections, marking a historic victory by beating the ruling conservatives in the Alpine EU nation.</p>

<p>While the Freedom Party (FPOe) has been in government several times, this is the first time it has won a national vote.</p>

<p>But even with the victory, it is not certain it will be able to form a government.</p>

<p>In line with far-right parties elsewhere in Europe, the FPOe has seen its popularity surge, fed by voter anger over migration, inflation and Covid restrictions.</p>

<p>The FPOe stood at 29.1 per cent of votes, against 26.3 per cent for the conservative People's Party (OeVP), according to projections based on more than 60 per cent of the votes counted.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Austria Elections 2024: Polling Underway In Austrian General Election</strong></p>

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<p>FPOe leader Herbert Kickl, who took over the scandal-tainted party in 2021 and led its recovery, said he was ready to form the government with "each and every one" of the parties in parliament.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It can't be any more clear than today" that the country must "reconnect with the population's needs," Kickl said on national television after the results were announced.</p>

<p>"Our hand is outstretched in all directions," he said.</p>

<h2><strong>- 'Exciting time' -</strong></h2>

<p>At the FPOe headquarters, the atmosphere was festive, as supporters wearing traditional Austrian dresses downed glasses of beer.</p>

<p>"It's a real success... It will be a very, very exciting time" with the FPOe trying to form the government, said Erik Berglund, 35, a waiter. He hailed sharp-tongued Kickl as the "most competent leader".</p>

<p>Chancellor Karl Nehammer, who managed to close the gap to the FPOe in recent weeks in opinion polls, said at his party headquarters that he could see the disappointment of party members.</p>

<p>"It was a race to catch-up, and unfortunately we didn't manage it," Nehammer said, vowing to "continue to fight for the people's interests".</p>

<p>The OeVP's support has plunged from more than 37 per cent in the last national election in 2019. The Greens with whom they governed in an unprecedented coalition were also punished, falling to 8.3 percent from almost 14 percent in 2019.</p>

<p>More than 6.3 million of Austria's nine million inhabitants were eligible to vote.</p>

<p>Nehammer reiterated his refusal to work with Kickl, who has called himself the future "Volkskanzler", the people's chancellor, as Adolf Hitler was termed in the 1930s.</p>

<p>Kickl regularly attacks EU sanctions against Russia and espouses the far-right concept of "remigration": expelling people of non-European ethnic backgrounds deemed to have failed to integrate.</p>

<h2><strong>- 'Earthquake' &nbsp;-</strong></h2>

<p>The FPOe had been widely predicted to narrowly top the vote, but Sunday's results for the party were even better than expected.</p>

<p>"This is certainly an earthquake and sends a shockwave through all the other parties," political analyst Thomas Hofer told AFP.</p>

<p>Even though the FPOe has come first however, analysts predict Nehammer is in a good position to remain chancellor if he forms a coalition with the Social Democrats (SPOe) and another party, probably the liberal NEOs.</p>

<p>The SPOe reached 21 per cent, according to the projections, while the NEOS have nine&nbsp;per cent.</p>

<p>It would be the first time a three-party coalition governs Austria, but analysts say such a coalition will have a hard time given the right-wing shift in the country.</p>

<p>A coalition between the far right and the conservatives still remains a possibility says analysts, given their common platform against immigration and on other issues.</p>

<p>Long a political force in Austria, the FPOe's first government with the conservatives in 2000 set off widespread protests and sanctions from Brussels.</p>

<p>"The FPOe mainly stirs up fears and never has anything constructive to contribute," researcher Theres Friesacher, 29, told AFP after voting in Vienna, citing corruption scandals that have frequently engulfed the party.</p>

<p>Both past OeVP-FPOe governments were short-lived.</p>

<p>The last one, headed by charismatic then-OeVP leader Sebastian Kurz, collapsed over a spectacular FPOe corruption scandal in 2019, after just a year and a half in power.</p>

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Austria's far-right topped Sunday's national elections, marking a historic victory by beating the ruling conservatives in the Alpine EU nation. While the Freedom Party (FPOe) has been in government several times, this is the first time it has won a national vote.

Austria's far-right topped Sunday's national elections, marking a historic victory by beating the ruling conservatives in the Alpine EU nation. While the Freedom Party (FPOe) has been in government several times, this is the first time it has won a national vote. But even with the victory, it is not certain it will be able to form a government. In line with far-right parties elsewhere in Europe, the FPOe has seen its popularity surge, fed by voter anger over migration, inflation and Covid restrictions. The FPOe stood at 29.1 per cent of votes, against 26.3 per cent for the conservative People's Party (OeVP), according to projections based on more than 60 per cent of the votes counted. Watch | Austria Elections 2024: Polling Underway In Austrian General Election × FPOe leader Herbert Kickl, who took over the scandal-tainted party in 2021 and led its recovery, said he was ready to form the government with "each and every one" of the parties in parliament. "It can't be any more clear than today" that the country must "reconnect with the population's needs," Kickl said on national television after the results were announced. "Our hand is outstretched in all directions," he said. - 'Exciting time' - At the FPOe headquarters, the atmosphere was festive, as supporters wearing traditional Austrian dresses downed glasses of beer. "It's a real success... It will be a very, very exciting time" with the FPOe trying to form the government, said Erik Berglund, 35, a waiter. He hailed sharp-tongued Kickl as the "most competent leader". Chancellor Karl Nehammer, who managed to close the gap to the FPOe in recent weeks in opinion polls, said at his party headquarters that he could see the disappointment of party members. "It was a race to catch-up, and unfortunately we didn't manage it," Nehammer said, vowing to "continue to fight for the people's interests". The OeVP's support has plunged from more than 37 per cent in the last national election in 2019. The Greens with whom they governed in an unprecedented coalition were also punished, falling to 8.3 percent from almost 14 percent in 2019. More than 6.3 million of Austria's nine million inhabitants were eligible to vote. Nehammer reiterated his refusal to work with Kickl, who has called himself the future "Volkskanzler", the people's chancellor, as Adolf Hitler was termed in the 1930s. Kickl regularly attacks EU sanctions against Russia and espouses the far-right concept of "remigration": expelling people of non-European ethnic backgrounds deemed to have failed to integrate. - 'Earthquake' - The FPOe had been widely predicted to narrowly top the vote, but Sunday's results for the party were even better than expected. "This is certainly an earthquake and sends a shockwave through all the other parties," political analyst Thomas Hofer told AFP. Even though the FPOe has come first however, analysts predict Nehammer is in a good position to remain chancellor if he forms a coalition with the Social Democrats (SPOe) and another party, probably the liberal NEOs. The SPOe reached 21 per cent, according to the projections, while the NEOS have nine per cent. It would be the first time a three-party coalition governs Austria, but analysts say such a coalition will have a hard time given the right-wing shift in the country. A coalition between the far right and the conservatives still remains a possibility says analysts, given their common platform against immigration and on other issues. Long a political force in Austria, the FPOe's first government with the conservatives in 2000 set off widespread protests and sanctions from Brussels. "The FPOe mainly stirs up fears and never has anything constructive to contribute," researcher Theres Friesacher, 29, told AFP after voting in Vienna, citing corruption scandals that have frequently engulfed the party. Both past OeVP-FPOe governments were short-lived. The last one, headed by charismatic then-OeVP leader Sebastian Kurz, collapsed over a spectacular FPOe corruption scandal in 2019, after just a year and a half in power. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Austria's far-right Freedom Party projected to win general election

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