<p>Niger's military-appointed Prime Minister Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine, while addressing a press conference in Niamey, on Monday (September 4) said that he is hoping to finalise a deal "in the coming days" with the West African bloc ECOWAS after the latter threatened to use force for restoring civilian rule in the country post-coup in July.<br />
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He stated that "contacts" were underway for French forces' "very swift" pullout from Niger as the relations with France went downhill after the military takeover.<br />
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"We have not stopped contacts with ECOWAS, we are continuing contacts. We have good hopes of reaching an agreement in the coming days," said Prime Minister Zeine, while addressing a press conference in Niamey.<br />
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Hefty sanctions were slapped by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) after the country's democratically-elected president Mohamed Bazoum was overthrown by the rebel soldiers on July 26.</p>

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<p>EOWAS has also several times warned that it will intervene militarily to reinstate Bazoum if the diplomatic attempts are not able to resolve the crisis.<br />
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"We are bracing to be attacked at any time. Every preparation has been taken. It would be an unjust war. We are determined to defend ourselves if there is an attack," Zeine said while speaking to the reporters.</p>

<h2><strong>Spat with France</strong></h2>

<p>Without elaborating much on the withdrawal of the French forces, Prime Minister Zeine said that "contacts" were underway "that should enable a very swift withdrawal of French forces" from the country.<br />
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However, he stated that Niger wished "to maintain co-operation with a country with which we have shared an enormous number of things." On August 3, the post-coup government renounced military accords with Paris, a step which has been ignored by France.<br />
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Zeine stated that because of the renunciation, the French troops in Niger are now "in a position of illegality." As per military sources, one of the accords needed a notice period of one month.</p>

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Meanwhile, the air space was reopened by Niger on Monday after a flight ban was imposed by the government on August 6 in response to the threat of the ECOWAS, said the official news agency ANP.<br />
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During this time, some flights to Niamey were allowed with special authorisations.<br />
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Speaking to AFP, Air France said that it will resume flights over Nigerien territory from Tuesday morning, even though the suspension will remain imposed on its air services to and from Niamey until further notice.</p>

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Niger's military-appointed Prime Minister Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine, while addressing a press conference in Niamey, on Monday (September 4) said that he is hoping to finalise a deal "in the coming days" with the West African bloc ECOWAS after the latter threatened to use force for restoring civilian rule in the country post-coup in July.

Niger's military-appointed Prime Minister Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine, while addressing a press conference in Niamey, on Monday (September 4) said that he is hoping to finalise a deal "in the coming days" with the West African bloc ECOWAS after the latter threatened to use force for restoring civilian rule in the country post-coup in July. He stated that "contacts" were underway for French forces' "very swift" pullout from Niger as the relations with France went downhill after the military takeover. "We have not stopped contacts with ECOWAS, we are continuing contacts. We have good hopes of reaching an agreement in the coming days," said Prime Minister Zeine, while addressing a press conference in Niamey. Hefty sanctions were slapped by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) after the country's democratically-elected president Mohamed Bazoum was overthrown by the rebel soldiers on July 26. ALSO READ | Niger bans NGOs, UN agencies from working in military 'operation zones' EOWAS has also several times warned that it will intervene militarily to reinstate Bazoum if the diplomatic attempts are not able to resolve the crisis. "We are bracing to be attacked at any time. Every preparation has been taken. It would be an unjust war. We are determined to defend ourselves if there is an attack," Zeine said while speaking to the reporters. Spat with France Without elaborating much on the withdrawal of the French forces, Prime Minister Zeine said that "contacts" were underway "that should enable a very swift withdrawal of French forces" from the country. However, he stated that Niger wished "to maintain co-operation with a country with which we have shared an enormous number of things." On August 3, the post-coup government renounced military accords with Paris, a step which has been ignored by France. Zeine stated that because of the renunciation, the French troops in Niger are now "in a position of illegality." As per military sources, one of the accords needed a notice period of one month. WATCH | Gravitas Plus: Is Niger a victim of foreign exploitation? Meanwhile, the air space was reopened by Niger on Monday after a flight ban was imposed by the government on August 6 in response to the threat of the ECOWAS, said the official news agency ANP. During this time, some flights to Niamey were allowed with special authorisations. Speaking to AFP, Air France said that it will resume flights over Nigerien territory from Tuesday morning, even though the suspension will remain imposed on its air services to and from Niamey until further notice. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>A water park was shut down in Iran after it was reported that it allowed women to visit the place without the mandatory headscarf, reported local media on Monday (September 4).<br />
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The closure of the water park is part of the increased measures adopted by the government authorities in the past few months against businesses and women who are not abiding by the strict dress code of the Islamic Republic.<br />
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"The Mojhaye Khoroushan water park has been closed" since Sunday evening, complex manager Mohammad Babaei was quoted by Fars news agency as saying. Babaei stated that the closure of the park was ordered by the authorities because people were "ignoring chastity and hijab" rules.</p>

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<h2><strong>Park 'adhered to the laws'</strong></h2>

<p>Since 1983, after the 1979 Islamic revolution, women in Iran have had to compulsorily cover the head and the neck. Babaei stated that the park has "adhered to the law" and added that the female visitors were regularly warned to respect the hijab rules.<br />
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Speaking to Fars, Babaei said around 1,000 people, who were employed at the park, are now fearful of losing their jobs. The Mojhaye Khoroushan complex, which is spread in 60,000 square metres, is one of the world's largest indoor water parks.<br />
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It is located on the outskirts of the northeastern holy city of Mashhad where the eighth Imam of Shiite Islam's shrine is located. The dress code has been increasingly flouted by the women in Iran after mass protests were triggered by the death of a 22-year-old woman Mahsa Amini while in police custody, on September 16 last year.<br />
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Amini, an Iranian Kurd, was arrested and kept in police custody for allegedly not following the dress rules. To enforce the ban in the last few months, the authorities have been closing down the businesses that do not adhere to the rules, and have also installed cameras in public places to monitor violations.</p>

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<p>The state media in July reported that increased police patrols were aimed at catching those ignoring the law.<br />
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Meanwhile, UN rights experts have stated that the draft law, which includes new penalties for women who are seen without a headscarf in public, can amount to "gender apartheid".<br />
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The government and the judiciary proposed a "Support for the Culture of Hijab and Chastity" bill in May, appealing tougher penalties for non-compliance. This increases fines and includes other penalties like temporary confiscation of a woman's vehicle.<br />
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"The draft law could be described as a form of gender apartheid. The authorities appear to be governing through systemic discrimination with the intention of suppressing women and girls into total submission,” said eight UN rights experts&nbsp;in a statement.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em><br />
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A water park was shut down in Iran after it was reported that it allowed women to visit the place without the mandatory headscarf, reported local media on Monday (September 4).

A water park was shut down in Iran after it was reported that it allowed women to visit the place without the mandatory headscarf, reported local media on Monday (September 4). The closure of the water park is part of the increased measures adopted by the government authorities in the past few months against businesses and women who are not abiding by the strict dress code of the Islamic Republic. "The Mojhaye Khoroushan water park has been closed" since Sunday evening, complex manager Mohammad Babaei was quoted by Fars news agency as saying. Babaei stated that the closure of the park was ordered by the authorities because people were "ignoring chastity and hijab" rules. ALSO READ | Iran hails African countries for their resistance to 'colonialism' Park 'adhered to the laws' Since 1983, after the 1979 Islamic revolution, women in Iran have had to compulsorily cover the head and the neck. Babaei stated that the park has "adhered to the law" and added that the female visitors were regularly warned to respect the hijab rules. Speaking to Fars, Babaei said around 1,000 people, who were employed at the park, are now fearful of losing their jobs. The Mojhaye Khoroushan complex, which is spread in 60,000 square metres, is one of the world's largest indoor water parks. It is located on the outskirts of the northeastern holy city of Mashhad where the eighth Imam of Shiite Islam's shrine is located. The dress code has been increasingly flouted by the women in Iran after mass protests were triggered by the death of a 22-year-old woman Mahsa Amini while in police custody, on September 16 last year. Amini, an Iranian Kurd, was arrested and kept in police custody for allegedly not following the dress rules. To enforce the ban in the last few months, the authorities have been closing down the businesses that do not adhere to the rules, and have also installed cameras in public places to monitor violations. WATCH | Nobel Foundation cancels Russia, Belarus, Iran invites to annual prize awards The state media in July reported that increased police patrols were aimed at catching those ignoring the law. Meanwhile, UN rights experts have stated that the draft law, which includes new penalties for women who are seen without a headscarf in public, can amount to "gender apartheid". The government and the judiciary proposed a "Support for the Culture of Hijab and Chastity" bill in May, appealing tougher penalties for non-compliance. This increases fines and includes other penalties like temporary confiscation of a woman's vehicle. "The draft law could be described as a form of gender apartheid. The authorities appear to be governing through systemic discrimination with the intention of suppressing women and girls into total submission,” said eight UN rights experts in a statement. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>North Korean leader Kim Jong Un will be travelling to Russia this month where he will hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the need to provide weapons for the ongoing war against Ukraine, reported the New York Times on Monday (September 4), citing US and allied sources.<br />
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Kim is likely to board an armoured train from Pyongyang to Vladivostok on the Pacific Coast of Russia, where he is set to meet Putin, said the newspaper.<br />
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The planned trip will take place as Russia and North Korea have been discussing holding joint military exercises after Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu visited North Korea during which he tried to convince Pyongyang to let Russia purchase artillery ammunition.<br />
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As per reports, Putin wants North Korea to provide Russia with artillery shells and antitank missiles, and Kim wishes Russia to share the advanced technology for the nuclear-powered submarines and satellites, as per the officials. On his trip, Kim is also hoping to seek food aid for his impoverished nation.</p>

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<p>The two leaders will be present on the campus of Far Eastern Federal University in Vladivostok to attend the Eastern Economic Forum, which is scheduled to run from September 10 to 13, as per the officials.<br />
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Kim is also likely to visit Pier 33, where naval ships from the Pacific fleet of Russia dock, officials stated. The anniversary of its founding is celebrated by North Korea on September 9.</p>

<h2><strong>US reacts to reports of Putin-Kim meeting</strong></h2>

<p>The White House on Monday (September 4) stated that Kim Jong Un is expected to hold a "leader-level diplomatic engagement" with President Putin in Russia.<br />
<br />
"As we have warned publicly, arms negotiations between Russia and the DPRK are actively advancing," said National Security Council spokeswoman Adrienne Watson, using an acronym for the North, adding that "we have information that Kim Jong Un expects these discussions to continue, to include leader-level diplomatic engagement in Russia."</p>

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Previously, the US had warned that North Korea may provide weapons to Russia, amid its ongoing invasion of Ukraine which has been vehemently opposed by the United States and its European allies, which Moscow calls a "special military operation."<br />
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On August 30, White House national security spokesman John Kirby expressed concerns over the actively advancing arms negotiations between the two countries.</p>

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un will be travelling to Russia this month where he will hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the need to provide weapons for the ongoing war against Ukraine, reported the New York Times on Monday (September 4), citing US and allied sources.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un will be travelling to Russia this month where he will hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the need to provide weapons for the ongoing war against Ukraine, reported the New York Times on Monday (September 4), citing US and allied sources. Kim is likely to board an armoured train from Pyongyang to Vladivostok on the Pacific Coast of Russia, where he is set to meet Putin, said the newspaper. The planned trip will take place as Russia and North Korea have been discussing holding joint military exercises after Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu visited North Korea during which he tried to convince Pyongyang to let Russia purchase artillery ammunition. As per reports, Putin wants North Korea to provide Russia with artillery shells and antitank missiles, and Kim wishes Russia to share the advanced technology for the nuclear-powered submarines and satellites, as per the officials. On his trip, Kim is also hoping to seek food aid for his impoverished nation. ALSO READ | Russia may revive Black Sea grain deal if Putin's demands are met The two leaders will be present on the campus of Far Eastern Federal University in Vladivostok to attend the Eastern Economic Forum, which is scheduled to run from September 10 to 13, as per the officials. Kim is also likely to visit Pier 33, where naval ships from the Pacific fleet of Russia dock, officials stated. The anniversary of its founding is celebrated by North Korea on September 9. US reacts to reports of Putin-Kim meeting The White House on Monday (September 4) stated that Kim Jong Un is expected to hold a "leader-level diplomatic engagement" with President Putin in Russia. "As we have warned publicly, arms negotiations between Russia and the DPRK are actively advancing," said National Security Council spokeswoman Adrienne Watson, using an acronym for the North, adding that "we have information that Kim Jong Un expects these discussions to continue, to include leader-level diplomatic engagement in Russia." WATCH | Russia's Putin says he will soon meet with China President Xi as war in Ukraine drags on Previously, the US had warned that North Korea may provide weapons to Russia, amid its ongoing invasion of Ukraine which has been vehemently opposed by the United States and its European allies, which Moscow calls a "special military operation." On August 30, White House national security spokesman John Kirby expressed concerns over the actively advancing arms negotiations between the two countries. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Hundreds of vehicles, trucks, and RVs moved out of the festival grounds of Burning Man after being trapped in the makeshift city due to heavy rains and being surrounded by ankle-deep mud which was too thick to drive in.<br />
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The driving ban was officially lifted by the event organisers on Monday afternoon (September 4), as they stated that “exodus operations have officially begun in Black Rock City,” the city that is annually erected for the event.<br />
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“Although Exodus has officially begun, consider delaying your departure from Black Rock City until Tuesday 9/5 if you can. This will alleviate large amounts of Exodus congestion throughout the day today, Monday 9/4. Drive safely!” the account of the Burning Man Traffic posted on X.</p>

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<h2><strong>Thousands trek back home</strong></h2>

<p>Before the driving ban was officially lifted, thousands of visitors had begun to trek back home. The event organisers, late on Sunday evening, said that there were 72,000 people present on site and by midday Monday around 64,000 people were left.<br />
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In a 2 pm local time update, the event organisers lifted the ban and said that even though the conditions have been improving and roads were drying, the place is still “muddy and may be difficult to navigate in some neighbourhoods and down certain streets.”<br />
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“Take it slow and mind those directing traffic. Please be patient as you exit through Gate Road, and respect Burning Man staff who are working hard to make the Exodus experience as smooth and safe as possible,” the update said.<br />
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The attendees were also appealed to consider delaying their departure from the Burning Man festival site to help prevent “large amounts of congestion.”</p>

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<h2><strong>Stranded amid rain and mud</strong></h2>

<p>The festival's entrance was closed due to the rain and the revellers were appealed to conserve fuel, food, and water until the ground started to dry up.<br />
<br />
Later, reports of the death of a man due to weather at the Burning Man festival site emerged after nearly 70,000 attendees remained trapped on the site in the middle of an unexpected storm.<br />
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Burning Man Communications on Sunday stated that the death was “unrelated to the weather”. The man's death is still being investigated by Pershing County Sheriff’s Office.<br />
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The remote area, located in northwest Nevada, received two to three months’ worth of rain in just 24 hours between Friday and Saturday morning. CNN meteorologist Dave Hennen, while speaking to CNN news, stated that sunny and dry conditions in western Nevada on Monday will lead to “significant improvement to the muddy conditions at the Burning Man festival”.&nbsp;</p>

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Hundreds of vehicles, trucks, and RVs moved out of the festival grounds of Burning Man after being trapped in the makeshift city due to heavy rains and being surrounded by ankle-deep mud which was too thick to drive in.

Hundreds of vehicles, trucks, and RVs moved out of the festival grounds of Burning Man after being trapped in the makeshift city due to heavy rains and being surrounded by ankle-deep mud which was too thick to drive in. The driving ban was officially lifted by the event organisers on Monday afternoon (September 4), as they stated that “exodus operations have officially begun in Black Rock City,” the city that is annually erected for the event. “Although Exodus has officially begun, consider delaying your departure from Black Rock City until Tuesday 9/5 if you can. This will alleviate large amounts of Exodus congestion throughout the day today, Monday 9/4. Drive safely!” the account of the Burning Man Traffic posted on X. ALSO READ | In pics | 70,000 Burning Man revelers stuck in Nevada desert after rainstorm and mud Thousands trek back home Before the driving ban was officially lifted, thousands of visitors had begun to trek back home. The event organisers, late on Sunday evening, said that there were 72,000 people present on site and by midday Monday around 64,000 people were left. In a 2 pm local time update, the event organisers lifted the ban and said that even though the conditions have been improving and roads were drying, the place is still “muddy and may be difficult to navigate in some neighbourhoods and down certain streets.” “Take it slow and mind those directing traffic. Please be patient as you exit through Gate Road, and respect Burning Man staff who are working hard to make the Exodus experience as smooth and safe as possible,” the update said. The attendees were also appealed to consider delaying their departure from the Burning Man festival site to help prevent “large amounts of congestion.” WATCH | 70,000 'Burning Man' festival revelers stranded in Nevada after rainstorm turns the site into mud Stranded amid rain and mud The festival's entrance was closed due to the rain and the revellers were appealed to conserve fuel, food, and water until the ground started to dry up. Later, reports of the death of a man due to weather at the Burning Man festival site emerged after nearly 70,000 attendees remained trapped on the site in the middle of an unexpected storm. Burning Man Communications on Sunday stated that the death was “unrelated to the weather”. The man's death is still being investigated by Pershing County Sheriff’s Office. The remote area, located in northwest Nevada, received two to three months’ worth of rain in just 24 hours between Friday and Saturday morning. CNN meteorologist Dave Hennen, while speaking to CNN news, stated that sunny and dry conditions in western Nevada on Monday will lead to “significant improvement to the muddy conditions at the Burning Man festival”. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>The governor of the western Bryansk region in Russia claimed that the security forces and border guards had "thwarted" an attempt made by a Ukrainian sabotage group to try to cross the border and enter Russia.<br />
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This year, Russia has repeatedly reported sabotage attempts by Ukrainians on its borders. "Employees of the FSB border force of Russia and units of the Russian defence ministry thwarted an attempt to penetrate the territory of the Russian Federation by a Ukrainian sabotage and reconnaissance group," said Bryansk governor Alexander Bogomaz on Telegram.</p>

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<p>The Bryansk region is located in western Russia, which shares a border with Ukraine and Moscow-allied Belarus. Like other border regions of Russia, it has come under regular attacks and shelling by Ukraine amid Moscow's offensive in Kyiv.</p>

<h2><strong>Kyiv gives name of Russia's defected helicopter pilot</strong></h2>

<p>Ukraine on Monday (September 4) announced the name of a Russian helicopter pilot which it said defected because of his opposition to the invasion of Moscow after crossing the border in a "long-term special operation" led by Kyiv.<br />
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Ukraine's Main Intelligence Directorate, the defence ministry's intelligence wing, revealed the identity of the pilot as 28-year-old Maxim Kuzminov, who was earlier part of the "319th separate helicopter regiment" which was based in the Far Eastern Primorye region of Russia.<br />
<br />
In a statement, the Main Intelligence Directorate talked about how the operation was led in "maximum secrecy", by first carrying out the pilot's recruitment after identifying that he did not support the invasion by the Kremlin.<br />
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The department claimed that they assisted the pilot in flying into Ukraine and that two of the crew members of the helicopter, who were unaware of the plans of Kuzminov to go to Ukraine and defect - were killed after they refused to surrender.</p>

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<p>A video of the pilot was also published. In the video, Kuzminov said, "I contacted representatives of the intelligence of Ukraine, and explained my situation. I was offered security guarantees, new documents, monetary compensation, a reward. We discussed the details and started planning my flight directly."<br />
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"The finale of the operation is a helicopter flight to the specified spot and handover to the Ukrainian military. Two other members of the helicopter crew, who were unaware of the pilot's real plans, decided not to surrender and died immediately after landing,” its military intelligence agency said.</p>

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The governor of the western Bryansk region in Russia claimed that the security forces and border guards had "thwarted" an attempt made by a Ukrainian sabotage group to try to cross the border and enter Russia.

The governor of the western Bryansk region in Russia claimed that the security forces and border guards had "thwarted" an attempt made by a Ukrainian sabotage group to try to cross the border and enter Russia. This year, Russia has repeatedly reported sabotage attempts by Ukrainians on its borders. "Employees of the FSB border force of Russia and units of the Russian defence ministry thwarted an attempt to penetrate the territory of the Russian Federation by a Ukrainian sabotage and reconnaissance group," said Bryansk governor Alexander Bogomaz on Telegram. ALSO READ | Russia may revive Black Sea grain deal if Putin's demands are met The Bryansk region is located in western Russia, which shares a border with Ukraine and Moscow-allied Belarus. Like other border regions of Russia, it has come under regular attacks and shelling by Ukraine amid Moscow's offensive in Kyiv. Kyiv gives name of Russia's defected helicopter pilot Ukraine on Monday (September 4) announced the name of a Russian helicopter pilot which it said defected because of his opposition to the invasion of Moscow after crossing the border in a "long-term special operation" led by Kyiv. Ukraine's Main Intelligence Directorate, the defence ministry's intelligence wing, revealed the identity of the pilot as 28-year-old Maxim Kuzminov, who was earlier part of the "319th separate helicopter regiment" which was based in the Far Eastern Primorye region of Russia. In a statement, the Main Intelligence Directorate talked about how the operation was led in "maximum secrecy", by first carrying out the pilot's recruitment after identifying that he did not support the invasion by the Kremlin. The department claimed that they assisted the pilot in flying into Ukraine and that two of the crew members of the helicopter, who were unaware of the plans of Kuzminov to go to Ukraine and defect - were killed after they refused to surrender. WATCH | Russia: Ukrainian boat destroyed trying to attack Crimea bridge | Russia-Ukraine War A video of the pilot was also published. In the video, Kuzminov said, "I contacted representatives of the intelligence of Ukraine, and explained my situation. I was offered security guarantees, new documents, monetary compensation, a reward. We discussed the details and started planning my flight directly." "The finale of the operation is a helicopter flight to the specified spot and handover to the Ukrainian military. Two other members of the helicopter crew, who were unaware of the pilot's real plans, decided not to surrender and died immediately after landing,” its military intelligence agency said. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>German chancellor Olaf Scholz shared a photo of himself wearing an eyepatch after suffering an injury on his face while jogging, which sparked a meme fest on X.<br />
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The minor injuries were sustained by Scholz after he fell while running during the weekend which also led to the cancellation of some of his appointment.</p>

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<p>On Monday (September 4), Scholz shared his picture on X, which was earlier known as Twitter, in which he was seen sporting a black patch over his injured right eye, and red scrape marks can be seen visible around the edge.<br />
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“Thanks for the well wishes. It looks worse than it is!” he posted along with the picture on his official account, stating, “Excited to see the memes.”</p>

<h2><strong>Meme fest</strong></h2>

<p>His post was followed by plenty of memes which included pictures featuring a pirate at a ship’s wheel, a cartoon pirate brandishing a cutlass, Scholz wearing a hat with crossbones and a skull on it, and carrying a sword.</p>

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<p>The post&nbsp;also received many messages that wished the leader a speedy recovery. Soon after the tweet was posted, it received more than 9,000 likes and 2,000 comments.<br />
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Chancellor’s spokesperson Steffen Hebestreit said that Scholz, who has been running regularly for many years, was in good shape despite the injury. This week, he had planned to attend his scheduled appointments, which included a speech in the parliament on Wednesday and a tour of the IAA car show to be held in Munich on Tuesday.<br />
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“He’s doing well under the circumstances,” Hebestreit said&nbsp;in a regular press briefing. “He was in a good mood this morning, although he still looks a little battered,” he added.<br />
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As per local media, Scholz fell while he was running in his hometown of Potsdam, which is 28 kilometres (17 miles) southwest of Berlin.</p>

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<p>Since December 2021, Scholz has been leading Germany. He earlier served as the finance and labour minister of the country and also held the position of Hamburg's mayor.<br />
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In a profile uploaded on the website of his party, Scholz stated that he disliked sports when he was studying in the school but acquired its taste from his wife Britta Ernst. “Today I jog as often as I can,” he said.<br />
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Scholz has said that he tries to find time for rowing, jogging, or walking two or three times a week and also loves cycling.</p>

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German chancellor Olaf Scholz shared a photo of himself wearing an eyepatch after suffering an injury on his face while jogging, which sparked a meme fest on X. The minor injuries were sustained by Scholz after he fell while running during the weekend which also led to the cancellation of some of his appointment.

German chancellor Olaf Scholz shared a photo of himself wearing an eyepatch after suffering an injury on his face while jogging, which sparked a meme fest on X. The minor injuries were sustained by Scholz after he fell while running during the weekend which also led to the cancellation of some of his appointment. Wer den Schaden hat… Bin gespannt auf die Memes. Danke für die guten Wünsche, sieht schlimmer aus, als es ist! pic.twitter.com/bB5INX8HnM — Bundeskanzler Olaf Scholz (@Bundeskanzler) September 4, 2023 × On Monday (September 4), Scholz shared his picture on X, which was earlier known as Twitter, in which he was seen sporting a black patch over his injured right eye, and red scrape marks can be seen visible around the edge. “Thanks for the well wishes. It looks worse than it is!” he posted along with the picture on his official account, stating, “Excited to see the memes.” Meme fest His post was followed by plenty of memes which included pictures featuring a pirate at a ship’s wheel, a cartoon pirate brandishing a cutlass, Scholz wearing a hat with crossbones and a skull on it, and carrying a sword. ALSO READ | Naked and mysterious 'wolf man' seen roaming in Harz mountains of Germany The post also received many messages that wished the leader a speedy recovery. Soon after the tweet was posted, it received more than 9,000 likes and 2,000 comments. Chancellor’s spokesperson Steffen Hebestreit said that Scholz, who has been running regularly for many years, was in good shape despite the injury. This week, he had planned to attend his scheduled appointments, which included a speech in the parliament on Wednesday and a tour of the IAA car show to be held in Munich on Tuesday. “He’s doing well under the circumstances,” Hebestreit said in a regular press briefing. “He was in a good mood this morning, although he still looks a little battered,” he added. As per local media, Scholz fell while he was running in his hometown of Potsdam, which is 28 kilometres (17 miles) southwest of Berlin. WATCH | Germany: New Ganesh Hindu Temple in Berlin set to be opened during Diwali Since December 2021, Scholz has been leading Germany. He earlier served as the finance and labour minister of the country and also held the position of Hamburg's mayor. In a profile uploaded on the website of his party, Scholz stated that he disliked sports when he was studying in the school but acquired its taste from his wife Britta Ernst. “Today I jog as often as I can,” he said. Scholz has said that he tries to find time for rowing, jogging, or walking two or three times a week and also loves cycling. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday (September 1) in a bank fraud-related money laundering case, said officials.<br />
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Goyal was taken into custody under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) after the long questioning session at the office of the Enforcement Directorate ended in Mumbai.<br />
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On Saturday, 74-year-old Goyal will be produced in a special PMLA court in Mumbai, where his custodial remand will be sought by the ED.</p>

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<p>In the month of May, a fraud case was registered by the CBI and later a money-laundering case was filed by the ED. The bank in November 2022 had filed a complaint of alleged cheating, criminal breach of trust, criminal misconduct and criminal conspiracy against Naresh Goyal, his wife Anita, Gaurang Shetty, and public servants, along with others.<br />
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The airline is being investigated by the agency for allegedly defaulting loans which led to a wrongful loss of Rs 539 crore ($65.179 million) to Canara Bank.</p>

<h2><strong>Siphoning off funds</strong></h2>

<p>The FIR, which was filed on the complaint of the bank alleged that it had sanctioned credit limits and loans to Jet Airways (India) Ltd (JIL) to the tune of Rs 848.86 crore ($102.60 million), out of which Rs 538.62 crore was outstanding.<br />
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The CBI had earlier said that the account was declared "fraud" in July 2021. The bank stated that the forensic audit of JIL showed that Rs 1,410.41 crore ($170.47 million) was paid by it to the "related companies" out of total commission expenses, which hinted at siphoning off funds from JIL.</p>

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<p>The FIR stated that the personal expenses of the Goyal family like phone bills, salaries of staff, and vehicle expenses, among others, were paid by JIL.<br />
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During the forensic audit, it was also found that the funds were siphoned off through Jet Lite (India) Ltd (JLL) by making advance and finally writing off the same by making provisions. It was alleged that the funds for the subsidiary JLL were diverted by JIL in the form of advances, loans and extended investments.</p>

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Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday (September 1) in a bank fraud-related money laundering case, said officials.

Jet Airways founder Naresh Goyal was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Friday (September 1) in a bank fraud-related money laundering case, said officials. Goyal was taken into custody under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) after the long questioning session at the office of the Enforcement Directorate ended in Mumbai. On Saturday, 74-year-old Goyal will be produced in a special PMLA court in Mumbai, where his custodial remand will be sought by the ED. ALSO READ | India: 45 students of missionary school in Chhattisgarh denied meals for damaging football In the month of May, a fraud case was registered by the CBI and later a money-laundering case was filed by the ED. The bank in November 2022 had filed a complaint of alleged cheating, criminal breach of trust, criminal misconduct and criminal conspiracy against Naresh Goyal, his wife Anita, Gaurang Shetty, and public servants, along with others. The airline is being investigated by the agency for allegedly defaulting loans which led to a wrongful loss of Rs 539 crore ($65.179 million) to Canara Bank. Siphoning off funds The FIR, which was filed on the complaint of the bank alleged that it had sanctioned credit limits and loans to Jet Airways (India) Ltd (JIL) to the tune of Rs 848.86 crore ($102.60 million), out of which Rs 538.62 crore was outstanding. The CBI had earlier said that the account was declared "fraud" in July 2021. The bank stated that the forensic audit of JIL showed that Rs 1,410.41 crore ($170.47 million) was paid by it to the "related companies" out of total commission expenses, which hinted at siphoning off funds from JIL. WATCH | Gravitas: Pew Survey: India viewed favourably in most G20 nations The FIR stated that the personal expenses of the Goyal family like phone bills, salaries of staff, and vehicle expenses, among others, were paid by JIL. During the forensic audit, it was also found that the funds were siphoned off through Jet Lite (India) Ltd (JLL) by making advance and finally writing off the same by making provisions. It was alleged that the funds for the subsidiary JLL were diverted by JIL in the form of advances, loans and extended investments. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Eighteen people were killed by police officials in a shootout in the northeast region of South Africa on Friday (September 1), after they were claimed to be suspected robbers who were planning to steal a cash truck.</p>

<p>"As soon as police approached the address, the group of suspects began shooting, and police retaliated," said the South African Police Service (SAPS) in a statement. "Sixteen males and two females were declared dead at the scene,” it added.</p>

<p>Speaking to reporters in Makhado, Limpopo province which is 400 kilometres (250 miles) northeast of Johannesburg, SAPS National Commissioner General Fannie Masemola said that a police officer was "injured very seriously" and admitted for medical care. The shootout continued for around 90 minutes, stated Masemola.</p>

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<p>Masemola claimed that a cash-in-transit (CIT) heist was allegedly planned by the suspects and that they were responsible for similar crimes reported in other provinces. "We do believe this syndicate has been involved in a number of CIT heists in this province, Mpumalanga and Gauteng," Masemola stated.</p>

<p>As per the police, who were tracking the movements of the suspected robbers for a few days, the investigation started in January with the aid of the intelligence unit of the country.</p>

<p>"Our intention was to arrest them before they go out and commit another crime," Masemola stated.</p>

<h2><strong>Cash truck heists in South Africa</strong></h2>

<p>Cash truck heists have been taking place regularly in the crime-ridden southern African country.</p>

<p>Last year, police killed 10 suspects in a cash-in-transit shootout with police after the police helicopter was allegedly open-fired by alleged robbers and one of the pilots was injured.</p>

<p>In May, police minister Bheki Cele stated that there was a "stubborn increase" in cash-in-transit robberies by more than 20 per cent, as 64 cases were reported in the first three months of the year.</p>

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<p>The minister presents the crime statistics every quarter in a live broadcast which has reflected the steady increase in crime rates over the past few months. South Africa has one of the highest crime rates across nations.</p>

<p>Police have claimed that they are "clamping down on serious and violent crimes throughout the country". Four people who were discovered in "another safe house" were arrested in connection with the alleged cash truck robbery plan.</p>

<p>Masemola stated there was also an "explosive that was ready to be used because they wanted to hit one of the cash depots in the province". He added that the suspects had made plans to use an ambulance to transport the money to the Gauteng province of the country.</p>

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Eighteen people were killed by police officials in a shootout in the northeast region of South Africa on Friday (September 1), after they were claimed to be suspected robbers who were planning to steal a cash truck.

Eighteen people were killed by police officials in a shootout in the northeast region of South Africa on Friday (September 1), after they were claimed to be suspected robbers who were planning to steal a cash truck. "As soon as police approached the address, the group of suspects began shooting, and police retaliated," said the South African Police Service (SAPS) in a statement. "Sixteen males and two females were declared dead at the scene,” it added. Speaking to reporters in Makhado, Limpopo province which is 400 kilometres (250 miles) northeast of Johannesburg, SAPS National Commissioner General Fannie Masemola said that a police officer was "injured very seriously" and admitted for medical care. The shootout continued for around 90 minutes, stated Masemola. ALSO READ | ‘India's Modi out of this world’: PM, Brazil’s Lula read South African paper on Chandrayaan-3 Masemola claimed that a cash-in-transit (CIT) heist was allegedly planned by the suspects and that they were responsible for similar crimes reported in other provinces. "We do believe this syndicate has been involved in a number of CIT heists in this province, Mpumalanga and Gauteng," Masemola stated. As per the police, who were tracking the movements of the suspected robbers for a few days, the investigation started in January with the aid of the intelligence unit of the country. "Our intention was to arrest them before they go out and commit another crime," Masemola stated. Cash truck heists in South Africa Cash truck heists have been taking place regularly in the crime-ridden southern African country. Last year, police killed 10 suspects in a cash-in-transit shootout with police after the police helicopter was allegedly open-fired by alleged robbers and one of the pilots was injured. In May, police minister Bheki Cele stated that there was a "stubborn increase" in cash-in-transit robberies by more than 20 per cent, as 64 cases were reported in the first three months of the year. WATCH | Indian PM Modi to attend BRICS Summit in South Africa The minister presents the crime statistics every quarter in a live broadcast which has reflected the steady increase in crime rates over the past few months. South Africa has one of the highest crime rates across nations. Police have claimed that they are "clamping down on serious and violent crimes throughout the country". Four people who were discovered in "another safe house" were arrested in connection with the alleged cash truck robbery plan. Masemola stated there was also an "explosive that was ready to be used because they wanted to hit one of the cash depots in the province". He added that the suspects had made plans to use an ambulance to transport the money to the Gauteng province of the country. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Russia claimed to have shot down three Ukrainian naval drones that were targeting the Crimea bridge early on Saturday (September 2), said Moscow.</p>

<p>"On September 2, at about 02.20 am Moscow time (2320 GMT Friday), the third Ukrainian semi-submersible unmanned boat, sent by the Kyiv regime to carry out a terrorist attack on the Crimean bridge, was destroyed in the Black Sea," said Russia's Ministry of Defence on Telegram.</p>

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<p>It stated that one drone was shot down on Friday and two others were destroyed early on Saturday.</p>

<h2><strong>Kyiv's repeated attacks on Crimea bridge</strong></h2>

<p>Kyiv, which has expressed its plans to reoccupy Crimea, has been targeting the strategic bridge repeatedly which connects the peninsula to the Russian mainland.<br />
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Crimea, which was annexed in 2014 by Russia, has been numerously targeted by Kyiv throughout Ukraine's offensive of Moscow but in recent days it has been facing more intense and increased attacks.</p>

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<p>Last month, the Russian-installed governor of the peninsula said that three Ukrainian missiles were shot down by the Russian air defence forces over the bridge, which is one of the pet projects of Russian President Vladimir Putin.<br />
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The concrete bridge, which is 18 kilometres in length, consists of two parallel structures, one kept for rail traffic and the other reserved for road traffic. The road section of the bridge, which has been used multiple times to transport military equipment, was majorly damaged in an attack in July.</p>

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Russia claimed to have shot down three Ukrainian naval drones that were targeting the Crimea bridge early on Saturday (September 2), said Moscow. "On September 2, at about 02.

Russia claimed to have shot down three Ukrainian naval drones that were targeting the Crimea bridge early on Saturday (September 2), said Moscow. "On September 2, at about 02.20 am Moscow time (2320 GMT Friday), the third Ukrainian semi-submersible unmanned boat, sent by the Kyiv regime to carry out a terrorist attack on the Crimean bridge, was destroyed in the Black Sea," said Russia's Ministry of Defence on Telegram. ALSO READ | Ukraine claims recent drone attack on airport in Russia launched from within Russian territory It stated that one drone was shot down on Friday and two others were destroyed early on Saturday. Kyiv's repeated attacks on Crimea bridge Kyiv, which has expressed its plans to reoccupy Crimea, has been targeting the strategic bridge repeatedly which connects the peninsula to the Russian mainland. Crimea, which was annexed in 2014 by Russia, has been numerously targeted by Kyiv throughout Ukraine's offensive of Moscow but in recent days it has been facing more intense and increased attacks. WATCH | Late Wagner Chief Prigozhin spoke about his security in newly surfaced video Last month, the Russian-installed governor of the peninsula said that three Ukrainian missiles were shot down by the Russian air defence forces over the bridge, which is one of the pet projects of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The concrete bridge, which is 18 kilometres in length, consists of two parallel structures, one kept for rail traffic and the other reserved for road traffic. The road section of the bridge, which has been used multiple times to transport military equipment, was majorly damaged in an attack in July. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>The police authorities in Ohio, United States shared bodycam footage in which an officer can be clearly seen fatally shooting a pregnant Black woman.<br />
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Ta'Kiya Young, aged 21, lost her life on August 24 when she was shot by a police officer while she was in her car outside a Kroger grocery store in Blendon Township, which is a suburb of Columbus.<br />
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In the footage, officers can be seen trying to question the woman for her alleged shoplifting. In the video which was released on Friday, one officer is standing in front of her car and directly firing towards her as she tries to drive in his direction.</p>

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<p>The two officers were seen interacting with Young for almost a minute. One officer can be seen standing at her car's door and continuously asking her to "get out of the car".</p>

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<p>"For what?" responded the woman twice, further saying, "I'm not going to do that." One police officer, who is in front of the car and has placed his left hand on the hood, takes out the gun with his other hand.<br />
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"Are you going to shoot me?," the woman says moments before the shot is fired at her and the officer quickly moves away from the path of the car. Officers can then be seen breaking the car's window after it rolls into the brick wall near the store's entrance.</p>

<h2><strong>Police fail to save the mother and her unborn child</strong></h2>

<p>The police officers claimed that they tried to perform medical aid, however, they failed to save the mother of two and her unborn child after the shooting.<br />
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"This was a tragedy. Ms Young's family is understandably very upset and grieving," said Blendon Police Chief John Belford in a statement on Friday. "While none of us can fully understand the depths of their pain, all of us can remember them in our prayers and give them the time and space to deal with this heartbreaking turn of events,” he added.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;US: 3 people killed in ‘racially motivated’ shooting in Florida</strong></p>

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<p>Both the officers seen in the video, who have not been identified, were placed on administrative leave after the incident of shooting. The officer who was present near the window of the car came back to duty, however, the one who fired a shot at her remains on leave.<br />
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The family of Young first saw the video before it was released on Friday. The family, in a statement, said that the shooting "is clearly a criminal act" and was "avoidable".<br />
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Ohio Attorney General's Bureau of Criminal Investigation has been asked by the Blendon Township police department to investigate the shooting.</p>

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The police authorities in Ohio, United States shared bodycam footage in which an officer can be clearly seen fatally shooting a pregnant Black woman. Ta'Kiya Young, aged 21, lost her life on August 24 when she was shot by a police officer while she was in her car outside a Kroger grocery store in Blendon Township, which is a suburb of Columbus.

The police authorities in Ohio, United States shared bodycam footage in which an officer can be clearly seen fatally shooting a pregnant Black woman. Ta'Kiya Young, aged 21, lost her life on August 24 when she was shot by a police officer while she was in her car outside a Kroger grocery store in Blendon Township, which is a suburb of Columbus. In the footage, officers can be seen trying to question the woman for her alleged shoplifting. In the video which was released on Friday, one officer is standing in front of her car and directly firing towards her as she tries to drive in his direction. US police have released bodycam footage showing the fatal shooting of a young pregnant Black woman in the state of Ohio. The woman's unborn daughter was also killed. Follow us on Telegram: https://t.co/0EMmcJs6DL pic.twitter.com/fFcj8dbhmZ — PressTV Extra (@PresstvExtra) September 1, 2023 × The two officers were seen interacting with Young for almost a minute. One officer can be seen standing at her car's door and continuously asking her to "get out of the car". ALSO READ | Shooting suspect among two killed, three injured after shooting in Texas "For what?" responded the woman twice, further saying, "I'm not going to do that." One police officer, who is in front of the car and has placed his left hand on the hood, takes out the gun with his other hand. "Are you going to shoot me?," the woman says moments before the shot is fired at her and the officer quickly moves away from the path of the car. Officers can then be seen breaking the car's window after it rolls into the brick wall near the store's entrance. Police fail to save the mother and her unborn child The police officers claimed that they tried to perform medical aid, however, they failed to save the mother of two and her unborn child after the shooting. "This was a tragedy. Ms Young's family is understandably very upset and grieving," said Blendon Police Chief John Belford in a statement on Friday. "While none of us can fully understand the depths of their pain, all of us can remember them in our prayers and give them the time and space to deal with this heartbreaking turn of events,” he added. WATCH | US: 3 people killed in ‘racially motivated’ shooting in Florida Both the officers seen in the video, who have not been identified, were placed on administrative leave after the incident of shooting. The officer who was present near the window of the car came back to duty, however, the one who fired a shot at her remains on leave. The family of Young first saw the video before it was released on Friday. The family, in a statement, said that the shooting "is clearly a criminal act" and was "avoidable". Ohio Attorney General's Bureau of Criminal Investigation has been asked by the Blendon Township police department to investigate the shooting. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Georgia's ruling party said on Friday that it would begin impeachment proceedings against the president over her visits to the European Union, made against the will of the government, the Georgian news agency Interpress reported.</p>

<p>Georgian Dream party leader Irakli Kobakhidze said President Salome Zourabichvili had "flagrantly violated" the constitution, according to Interpress.</p>

<p>Zourabichvili met German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier in Berlin on Thursday and was scheduled to meet European Council President Charles Michel in Brussels on Friday to drum up support for Georgia's campaign to receive EU candidate status, on which a decision is expected by the end of the year.</p>

<p>Kobakhidze said the government had sent a letter denying her permission to hold the meetings. Zourabichvili did not immediately respond directly, but posted a photo of herself on Instagram, holding a smartphone and smiling.</p>

<p>Kobakhidze accepted that impeachment would be unlikely to succeed as Georgian Dream, which only has a simple majority in parliament, would need to attract votes from opposition parties.</p>

<p>A former French diplomat of Georgian descent, Zourabichvili was elected to Georgia's mostly ceremonial presidency in 2018 with Georgian Dream's backing.</p>

<p>She has since broken with the party, which she has repeatedly accused of being pro-Russian and insufficiently committed to Georgia joining the European Union and the U.S.-led NATO defence alliance. Georgian Dream says it wants Georgia to join both blocs.</p>

<p>In March, Zourabichvili said she would veto a controversial bill to require non-government organisations (NGOs) receiving more than 20% of their funding from abroad to register as "foreign agents". Critics said the bill was inspired by Russian laws used to crush dissent and in the end it was withdrawn.</p>

<p>The European Union, which last year declined to give Georgia candidate status alongside Ukraine and Moldova, has repeatedly warned that a deepening of authoritarianism could derail Georgia's EU application.</p>

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Georgia's ruling party said on Friday that it would begin impeachment proceedings against the president over her visits to the European Union, made against the will of the government, the Georgian news agency Interpress reported.

Georgia's ruling party said on Friday that it would begin impeachment proceedings against the president over her visits to the European Union, made against the will of the government, the Georgian news agency Interpress reported. Georgian Dream party leader Irakli Kobakhidze said President Salome Zourabichvili had "flagrantly violated" the constitution, according to Interpress. Zourabichvili met German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier in Berlin on Thursday and was scheduled to meet European Council President Charles Michel in Brussels on Friday to drum up support for Georgia's campaign to receive EU candidate status, on which a decision is expected by the end of the year. Kobakhidze said the government had sent a letter denying her permission to hold the meetings. Zourabichvili did not immediately respond directly, but posted a photo of herself on Instagram, holding a smartphone and smiling. Kobakhidze accepted that impeachment would be unlikely to succeed as Georgian Dream, which only has a simple majority in parliament, would need to attract votes from opposition parties. A former French diplomat of Georgian descent, Zourabichvili was elected to Georgia's mostly ceremonial presidency in 2018 with Georgian Dream's backing. She has since broken with the party, which she has repeatedly accused of being pro-Russian and insufficiently committed to Georgia joining the European Union and the U.S.-led NATO defence alliance. Georgian Dream says it wants Georgia to join both blocs. In March, Zourabichvili said she would veto a controversial bill to require non-government organisations (NGOs) receiving more than 20% of their funding from abroad to register as "foreign agents". Critics said the bill was inspired by Russian laws used to crush dissent and in the end it was withdrawn. The European Union, which last year declined to give Georgia candidate status alongside Ukraine and Moldova, has repeatedly warned that a deepening of authoritarianism could derail Georgia's EU application. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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<p>Guatemala's president-elect Bernardo Arevalo criticised an "ongoing coup" by the institutions of the country on Friday (September 1), which he claimed is aimed at stopping him from taking power after the suspension of his political party.</p>

<p>The 64-year-old president-elect, who is a sociologist, clinched victory in the August 20 election with his promise to crack down on corruption which, as per observers, has left the corrupt elite alarmed.</p>

<p>After ending a campaign filled with concerns of meddling, Arevalo was announced as the winner of the election with 58 per cent of votes on Monday, however, his Semilla (Seed) Movement was suspended by the electoral tribunal.</p>

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<p>"There is a group of corrupt politicians and officials who refuse to accept this result and have launched a plan to break the constitutional order and violate democracy," said Arevalo, at a press conference.</p>

<p>"These actions constitute a coup d'etat that is promoted by the institutions that should guarantee justice in our country,” he added.</p>

<p>Arevalo advanced to the runoff after the first round of elections and saw people, who were tired of the poverty, violence, and corruption, cast their votes.</p>

<h2><strong>Electoral tribunal suspends Semilla</strong></h2>

<p>After the first round of voting took place on June 25, Guatemalan judge Fredy Orellana accepted prosecutor Rafael Curruchiche's request and asked the electoral tribunal to suspend Semilla on the basis of a pending investigation on the alleged anomalies in the party's registration.</p>

<p>Curruchiche and Orellana are present on the list of "corrupt actors" of the US and their meddling in the elections was slammed by foreign allies. The court at the time said that the election tribunal cannot suspend a party in the middle of an election campaign.</p>

<p>However, the suspension was confirmed after the voting was over. "We are seeing an ongoing coup, in which the justice apparatus is used to violate justice itself, mocking the popular will freely expressed at the polls," Arevalo said.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Arevalo wins Guatemala presidency, scored 59% of the vote</strong></p>

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<p>After the suspension, the party is not allowed to collect money or issue statements. "They are weakening and denying the resources, authority and legitimacy that the people of Guatemala have legally conferred upon us," Arevalo stated.</p>

<p>Head of the electoral mission to Guatemala for the Organisation of American States (OAS) Eladio Loizaga issued a warning regarding a possible "break in the constitutional order in Guatemala."</p>

<p>Addressing an extraordinary meeting in Washington on Guatemala, Loaiza stated that the mission "considers that the abuse of legal instruments ... continues to cause a high degree of uncertainty in the process and puts the country's democratic stability at risk."</p>

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Guatemala's president-elect Bernardo Arevalo criticised an "ongoing coup" by the institutions of the country on Friday (September 1), which he claimed is aimed at stopping him from taking power after the suspension of his political party.

Guatemala's president-elect Bernardo Arevalo criticised an "ongoing coup" by the institutions of the country on Friday (September 1), which he claimed is aimed at stopping him from taking power after the suspension of his political party. The 64-year-old president-elect, who is a sociologist, clinched victory in the August 20 election with his promise to crack down on corruption which, as per observers, has left the corrupt elite alarmed. After ending a campaign filled with concerns of meddling, Arevalo was announced as the winner of the election with 58 per cent of votes on Monday, however, his Semilla (Seed) Movement was suspended by the electoral tribunal. ALSO READ | Guatemala: Dark horse Bernardo Arevalo tastes victory in presidential election "There is a group of corrupt politicians and officials who refuse to accept this result and have launched a plan to break the constitutional order and violate democracy," said Arevalo, at a press conference. "These actions constitute a coup d'etat that is promoted by the institutions that should guarantee justice in our country,” he added. Arevalo advanced to the runoff after the first round of elections and saw people, who were tired of the poverty, violence, and corruption, cast their votes. Electoral tribunal suspends Semilla After the first round of voting took place on June 25, Guatemalan judge Fredy Orellana accepted prosecutor Rafael Curruchiche's request and asked the electoral tribunal to suspend Semilla on the basis of a pending investigation on the alleged anomalies in the party's registration. Curruchiche and Orellana are present on the list of "corrupt actors" of the US and their meddling in the elections was slammed by foreign allies. The court at the time said that the election tribunal cannot suspend a party in the middle of an election campaign. However, the suspension was confirmed after the voting was over. "We are seeing an ongoing coup, in which the justice apparatus is used to violate justice itself, mocking the popular will freely expressed at the polls," Arevalo said. WATCH | Arevalo wins Guatemala presidency, scored 59% of the vote After the suspension, the party is not allowed to collect money or issue statements. "They are weakening and denying the resources, authority and legitimacy that the people of Guatemala have legally conferred upon us," Arevalo stated. Head of the electoral mission to Guatemala for the Organisation of American States (OAS) Eladio Loizaga issued a warning regarding a possible "break in the constitutional order in Guatemala." Addressing an extraordinary meeting in Washington on Guatemala, Loaiza stated that the mission "considers that the abuse of legal instruments ... continues to cause a high degree of uncertainty in the process and puts the country's democratic stability at risk." You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Guatemala's president-elect alleges 'coup' plot to block him from taking power

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