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U.S Accounts For 50% Global Arms Revenue | GRAVITAS

Global arms sales increased by 4.2% in 2023, reaching $632 billion, according to a report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) on Monday. The rise in sales was attributed to ongoing conflicts, including the war in Ukraine, violence in Gaza, and growing geopolitical tensions in Asia. This surge reflects heightened global demand for military equipment amid escalating regional and international disputes. Watch to know more!

Bangladesh Summons India's Envoy, Suspends Services In Agartala | WION Dispatch

Bangladesh has expressed a deep resentment over the violent demonstration and vandalization of the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in the Indian city of Agartala on Monday. Watch in for more details!

Sri Lanka: Massive Crackdown On Minister's Benefits To Cure Ailing Economy | WION Dispatch

Sri Lanka begins post-election plan to fix its economy. Country to change vehicles and housing allowance for ministers. Watch to know more!

Israel Warns Lebanon On Truce | Georgian PM Threatens Rivals | WION Headlines

Headlines: - Israel Warns Lebanon On Truce - Syria Accuses IDF Of Airstrike -Georgian PM Threatens Rivals

US says it wants to see 'political process' to end Syrian civil war following rebel offensive

The United States (US) State Department said on Monday (Dec. 2) that it wanted to see a political process to end the civil war in Syria, which has been going on since 2012.

WI vs Ban, 2nd Test: Bangladesh on top after Nahid Rana's 5 for 61 vs West Indies on Day 3

Nahid Rana's first Test five-wicket haul nudged Bangladesh ahead of the West Indies before the tourists' usually suspect batting line-up displayed a measure of resilience to claim the upper hand on the third day of the second and final Test at Sabina Park.

Man murders 80-year-old roommate for sneezing close to his Thanksgiving food

Two men got involved in a fight over Thanksgiving dinner which eventually ended with the tragic death of one of them, who was 80 years old, in Massachusetts, US.

Critics raise concern over Trump's FBI pick Kash Patel, say 'job is difficult'

Days after US President-elect Donald Trump selected Kashyap "Kash" Patel for director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), critics have been expressing doubts about his being qualified to lead the US government's principal law enforcement agency.

100-year-old ex-Nazi camp guard could face trial in Germany

German authorities are pressing for a 100-year-old former Nazi concentration camp guard to face trial almost 80 years after the end of World War II. The higher regional court in Frankfurt on Tuesday said it had overturned a decision by a lower court under which the suspect had been deemed unfit to stand trial.

Israeli minister says if truce with Hezbollah fails, there'll be no exemption for state of Lebanon

Israel Defence Minister Israel Katz warned the Lebanese government, saying that if the ceasefire with Hezbollah collapses, there will no longer be an exemption for Lebanon, and Israel will act strongly, reported The Times of Israel.

Russia-Ukraine War: Putin Approves $126Bn For Defence In 2025 Budget As War Effort Intensifies

Putin has approved a record defense budget for 2025. He has set aside $126 billion for military spending, does this mean he plans to continue the war against Ukraine? Watch here to learn more!

US Approves Sale Of $1.17 Billion Worth Helicopter Equipment To India | World News | WION

On Monday, the administration of outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden informed Congress of its decision to approve the sale of MH-60R multi-mission helicopter equipment and associated supplies to India, valued at approximately $1.17 billion. Watch to know more!

UK universities enrolling foreign students with poor English to get higher fees: Report

Universities in the United Kingdom (UK) are allegedly enrolling foreign students with poor or limited English by charging higher fees, BBC reported. According to the report, most of the students paid other people to get their coursework done and to register attendance for them in the lecture.

US Approves Sale Of MH-60R Seahawk Helicopter Equipment To India | World News | WION

On Monday, the administration of outgoing U.S. President Joe Biden informed Congress of its decision to approve the sale of MH-60R multi-mission helicopter equipment and associated supplies to India, valued at approximately $1.17 billion. Watch to know more!

South Korea Inflation Remains Below Target

South Korea inflation remains below target. Watch in for more details!

Nepal PM China Visit: Nepal-China Sign Multiple Agreements To Enhance Cooperation

Nepal Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli, who is set to embark on a five-day visit to China on December 2, has stressed that no agreement on loan would be reached with Beijing during his upcoming tour.

Urvil Patel, snubbed at IPL auction, equals David Miller's T20 world record with second ton in a week

India batter Urvil Patel, who plays for Gujarat in domestic T20 tournament Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT), has once again hit the headlines. Patel, on Tuesday (Dec.

Chinese police detain 'bored' man for creating his fake arrest notice with $4,000 reward

A Chinese man was held under temporary detention by the police for creating his own arrest warrant, just because he was bored, and uploading it on the internet. The man, who goes by the surname Wang, shared a post on the social media platform with the title "Wanted Order" and along with it posted a picture of himself on November 11.

Israel-Hezbollah Exchange Fire Despite Truce

Hezbollah attack draws Israeli strikes on Lebanon, testing ceasefire's limits Watch to know more!