President Donald Trump on Monday demanded that countries that didn’t assist the US during the conflict over securing the Strait of Hormuz should reimburse Washington once the situation comes to an end.&nbsp;Trump said oil continues to flow through the Strait of Hormuz, while arguing that Washington has done more for other nations than it has for itself over several generations.&nbsp;“The Countries of the World, which have been no help to us whatsoever, should, and will, reimburse the United States of America when this SCAM Conflagration is all over,” Trump said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/westminster-s-time-is-coming-to-an-end-say-welsh-scottish-northern-irish-leaders-at-cardiff-summit-1789394988871">‘Westminster’s time is coming to an end,’ say Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish leaders at Cardiff summit</a>&nbsp;Trump said that countries benefiting from the US security of the Strait of Hormuz reimburse Washington for the costs of protecting the crucial oil-shipping route, accusing nations of providing “no help whatsoever” during the conflict with Iran.&nbsp;&nbsp;Trump also argued that the US was doing more to secure global energy supplies than it was for its own interests and suggested that other nations should bear part of the financial burden.&nbsp;<h2>Shifts responsibility for higher prices in US</h2>&nbsp;Trump also sought to shift responsibility for higher prices in the US and blamed former President Joe Biden for inflation and elevated oil prices.&nbsp;He wrote, “I hope everyone realizes that price increases throughout America were caused by Sleepy Joe Biden and the Biden Administration, not by “TRUMP.” Even oil was higher under Biden than it is right now, and we prevented Iran from having a Nuclear Weapon!”&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tech-stocks-fall-after-ai-bosses-call-for-a-slowdown-in-reckless-progress-1789387989365">Tech stocks fall after AI bosses call for a slowdown in ‘reckless’ progress</a><h2>‘Failing nation Iran wants to make a deal, quickly and badly’</h2>&nbsp;Trump also said that Tehran was seeking negotiations. “The failing nation of Iran wants to make a deal, quickly and badly. I will determine whether or not the USA. will choose to engage - The concept of which we are open to,” Trump wrote.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-tells-ukraine-to-stop-targeting-russian-refineries-says-attacks-causing-shortage-of-diesel-1789316749492">Trump tells Ukraine to stop targeting Russian refineries, says attacks causing shortage of diesel</a><h2>Vance calls for cautious AI regulation</h2>&nbsp;Vice President JD Vance said Monday that Americans should not be afraid of AI, while acknowledging that the administration wants to regulate the technology carefully.&nbsp;“I don’t think Americans should be scared of anything,” Vance told reporters as he prepared to fly to Kansas for a midterm election campaign event.

President Donald Trump said on Monday that countries benefiting from the US security of the Strait of Hormuz reimburse Washington for the costs of protecting the crucial oil-shipping route, accusing nations of providing “no help whatsoever” during the conflict with Iran. 

President Donald Trump on Monday demanded that countries that didn’t assist the US during the conflict over securing the Strait of Hormuz should reimburse Washington once the situation comes to an end. Trump said oil continues to flow through the Strait of Hormuz, while arguing that Washington has done more for other nations than it has for itself over several generations. “The Countries of the World, which have been no help to us whatsoever, should, and will, reimburse the United States of America when this SCAM Conflagration is all over,” Trump said. Also Read: ‘Westminster’s time is coming to an end,’ say Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish leaders at Cardiff summit Trump said that countries benefiting from the US security of the Strait of Hormuz reimburse Washington for the costs of protecting the crucial oil-shipping route, accusing nations of providing “no help whatsoever” during the conflict with Iran. Trump also argued that the US was doing more to secure global energy supplies than it was for its own interests and suggested that other nations should bear part of the financial burden. Shifts responsibility for higher prices in US Trump also sought to shift responsibility for higher prices in the US and blamed former President Joe Biden for inflation and elevated oil prices. He wrote, “I hope everyone realizes that price increases throughout America were caused by Sleepy Joe Biden and the Biden Administration, not by “TRUMP.” Even oil was higher under Biden than it is right now, and we prevented Iran from having a Nuclear Weapon!” Also Read: Tech stocks fall after AI bosses call for a slowdown in ‘reckless’ progress ‘Failing nation Iran wants to make a deal, quickly and badly’ Trump also said that Tehran was seeking negotiations. “The failing nation of Iran wants to make a deal, quickly and badly. I will determine whether or not the USA. will choose to engage - The concept of which we are open to,” Trump wrote. Also Read: Trump tells Ukraine to stop targeting Russian refineries, says attacks causing shortage of diesel Vance calls for cautious AI regulation Vice President JD Vance said Monday that Americans should not be afraid of AI, while acknowledging that the administration wants to regulate the technology carefully. “I don’t think Americans should be scared of anything,” Vance told reporters as he prepared to fly to Kansas for a midterm election campaign event.

President Donald Trump said on Monday that countries benefiting from the US security of the Strait of Hormuz reimburse Washington for the costs of protecting the crucial oil-shipping route, accusing nations of providing “no help whatsoever” during the conflict with Iran.&nbsp;

‘US ensuring global energy supplies’: Trump demands reimbursement for securing Strait of Hormuz

The Nigerian Navy has struck another blow against the country's illicit petroleum trade, uncovering a warehouse stocked with roughly 10,000 litres of suspected illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) in the Eleme Express area of Rivers State.&nbsp;The seizure was made on 12 September 2026 by personnel aboard NNS PATHFINDER during a routine anti-crude oil theft patrol covering the Eleme–Okrika–Onne axis, a corridor long associated with illegal refining and product smuggling activities in the Niger Delta.&nbsp;&nbsp;In a press statement signed by Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, Director of Naval Information, Nigerian Navy and made available to WION correspondent Louisa Olaniyi on Monday, Naval officers found the product neatly packed into 400 jerrycans, each holding 25 litres, suggesting the site functioned not as a refining location but as a storage and distribution hub. Investigators believe the fuel was sourced from elsewhere and moved to the warehouse to await onwards sale to buyers within the local black market.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/westminster-s-time-is-coming-to-an-end-say-welsh-scottish-northern-irish-leaders-at-cardiff-summit-1789394988871">‘Westminster’s time is coming to an end,’ say Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish leaders at Cardiff summit</a>&nbsp;Notably, no illegal refining equipment or site was found at the premises, reinforcing the theory that the facility served purely as a logistics point in the wider supply chain.Naval authorities say the operation’s real significance lies beyond the volume recovered. By dismantling this storage point, the Navy has cut off a key link that illicit operators depend on to move stolen and illegally refined products to market. Officials describe such facilities as the "commercial backbone" of the illegal refining trade, arguing that disrupting them is just as critical as shutting down refining camps themselves.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tech-stocks-fall-after-ai-bosses-call-for-a-slowdown-in-reckless-progress-1789387989365">Tech stocks fall after AI bosses call for a slowdown in ‘reckless’ progress</a>&nbsp;No arrests were made, as suspected operators fled the scene upon sighting the approaching naval team. The recovered products have since been processed in line with standard anti-crude oil theft protocols.The operation forms part of the Nigerian Navy's sustained campaign against crude oil theft and illegal refining across the Niger Delta, an effort officials say remains central to safeguarding the nation's petroleum resources and curbing environmental degradation linked to artisanal refining.

Naval officers found the product neatly packed into 400 jerrycans, each holding 25 litres, suggesting the site functioned not as a refining location but as a storage and distribution hub. No arrests were made, as suspected operators fled the scene upon sighting the approaching naval team.

The Nigerian Navy has struck another blow against the country's illicit petroleum trade, uncovering a warehouse stocked with roughly 10,000 litres of suspected illegally refined Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) in the Eleme Express area of Rivers State. The seizure was made on 12 September 2026 by personnel aboard NNS PATHFINDER during a routine anti-crude oil theft patrol covering the Eleme–Okrika–Onne axis, a corridor long associated with illegal refining and product smuggling activities in the Niger Delta. In a press statement signed by Navy Captain Abiodun Folorunsho, Director of Naval Information, Nigerian Navy and made available to WION correspondent Louisa Olaniyi on Monday, Naval officers found the product neatly packed into 400 jerrycans, each holding 25 litres, suggesting the site functioned not as a refining location but as a storage and distribution hub. Investigators believe the fuel was sourced from elsewhere and moved to the warehouse to await onwards sale to buyers within the local black market. Also Read: ‘Westminster’s time is coming to an end,’ say Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish leaders at Cardiff summit Notably, no illegal refining equipment or site was found at the premises, reinforcing the theory that the facility served purely as a logistics point in the wider supply chain. Naval authorities say the operation’s real significance lies beyond the volume recovered. By dismantling this storage point, the Navy has cut off a key link that illicit operators depend on to move stolen and illegally refined products to market. Officials describe such facilities as the "commercial backbone" of the illegal refining trade, arguing that disrupting them is just as critical as shutting down refining camps themselves. Also Read: Tech stocks fall after AI bosses call for a slowdown in ‘reckless’ progress No arrests were made, as suspected operators fled the scene upon sighting the approaching naval team. The recovered products have since been processed in line with standard anti-crude oil theft protocols. The operation forms part of the Nigerian Navy's sustained campaign against crude oil theft and illegal refining across the Niger Delta, an effort officials say remains central to safeguarding the nation's petroleum resources and curbing environmental degradation linked to artisanal refining.

Naval officers found the product neatly packed into 400 jerrycans, each holding 25 litres, suggesting the site functioned not as a refining location but as a storage and distribution hub. No arrests were made, as suspected operators fled the scene upon sighting the approaching naval team.

Nigerian Navy seizes 10,000 litres of suspected illegal fuel in Rivers State crackdown

Libya has witnessed years of fighting and political instability since 2011 when its leader, Muammar Gaddafi, was captured and killed.&nbsp;But the uncertain security situation has led to another consequence – Libya's rise as a transit hub for cocaine and synthetic drugs supplied to North Africa, West Asia and Europe.&nbsp;For instance, a security agency of the government of national unity seized a shipment of a staggering one hundred thousand ecstasy pills, which arrived at a Libyan port via a European country.&nbsp;Images showed the seizure of sacks of brown pellets moulded into the shape of Gaddafi's head and shoulders.&nbsp;These pills were hidden in a cargo van.&nbsp;According to the authorities, they got a tip that a gang was planning to transport the drugs by sea and tracked the shipment until it arrived.&nbsp;Now, the instability in Libya is evident from the presence of two competing power centres.&nbsp;The government of national unity led by PM Abdul Hamid Al Da-Baiba is the internationally and un-recognised government, which controls capital Tripoli and the Northwestern region.&nbsp;On the other hand, the Libyan National Army, led by its commander-in-chief Khalifa Haftar, controls major parts of the country, including most of its oil fields and key infrastructure.&nbsp;Two weeks ago, representatives of these rival factions signed an un-backed deal to hold legislative and presidential elections under a single executive authority within a period of two years.&nbsp;According to a report published by the UN office on drugs and crime in January 2026, the political instability since 2011 enabled the rapid growth of drug trafficking, as well as domestic consumption of drugs in Libya.&nbsp;This report blamed people's economic hardship and unemployment hovering at around 15 to 19 percent for this situation.&nbsp;It also highlighted that cocaine worth nearly 7.8 million US dollars was seized in 2024 alone.&nbsp;But what makes this country a hub for drug trafficking?&nbsp;According to this report, Libya offers a cheaper and easier alternative for transit, storage and distribution of drugs across the region and beyond.&nbsp;It reportedly hosts a number of warehouses where different types and large volumes of drugs are stored.&nbsp;But, is there a plan to counter this?&nbsp;The UN recommended Libya to take a number of steps such as enhancing inter-institutional mechanisms, calibrating criminal justice system towards a long-term reduction of drug markets and scaling up eEfforts to counter corruption.&nbsp;However, with the fractured governance structure in Libya, the fight against drugs appears to be a tall order...

A security agency of the government of national unity seized a shipment of a staggering one hundred thousand ecstasy pills, which arrived at a Libyan port via a European country. Images showed the seizure of sacks of brown pellets moulded into the shape of Gaddafi's head and shoulders.

Libya has witnessed years of fighting and political instability since 2011 when its leader, Muammar Gaddafi, was captured and killed. But the uncertain security situation has led to another consequence – Libya's rise as a transit hub for cocaine and synthetic drugs supplied to North Africa, West Asia and Europe. For instance, a security agency of the government of national unity seized a shipment of a staggering one hundred thousand ecstasy pills, which arrived at a Libyan port via a European country. Images showed the seizure of sacks of brown pellets moulded into the shape of Gaddafi's head and shoulders. These pills were hidden in a cargo van. According to the authorities, they got a tip that a gang was planning to transport the drugs by sea and tracked the shipment until it arrived. Now, the instability in Libya is evident from the presence of two competing power centres. The government of national unity led by PM Abdul Hamid Al Da-Baiba is the internationally and un-recognised government, which controls capital Tripoli and the Northwestern region. On the other hand, the Libyan National Army, led by its commander-in-chief Khalifa Haftar, controls major parts of the country, including most of its oil fields and key infrastructure. Two weeks ago, representatives of these rival factions signed an un-backed deal to hold legislative and presidential elections under a single executive authority within a period of two years. According to a report published by the UN office on drugs and crime in January 2026, the political instability since 2011 enabled the rapid growth of drug trafficking, as well as domestic consumption of drugs in Libya. This report blamed people's economic hardship and unemployment hovering at around 15 to 19 percent for this situation. It also highlighted that cocaine worth nearly 7.8 million US dollars was seized in 2024 alone. But what makes this country a hub for drug trafficking? According to this report, Libya offers a cheaper and easier alternative for transit, storage and distribution of drugs across the region and beyond. It reportedly hosts a number of warehouses where different types and large volumes of drugs are stored. But, is there a plan to counter this? The UN recommended Libya to take a number of steps such as enhancing inter-institutional mechanisms, calibrating criminal justice system towards a long-term reduction of drug markets and scaling up eEfforts to counter corruption. However, with the fractured governance structure in Libya, the fight against drugs appears to be a tall order...

A security agency of the government of national unity seized a shipment of a staggering one hundred thousand ecstasy pills, which arrived at a Libyan port via a European country. Images showed the seizure of sacks of brown pellets moulded into the shape of Gaddafi's head and shoulders.

Ecstasy tablets are rage in 'drug haven' Libya | Gravitas

A British man from Stockport, Greater Manchester, accused of drugging and raping his wife without her knowledge for 20 years has pleaded guilty. In June, he had pleaded guilty to 15 of the charges against him, and on Monday he admitted the final 45.The husband, in his sixties, admitted that the offences date back to 2004, including admitting substance to stupefy his wife between 2004 and 2005, and sharing intimate images without consent. The victim was present in the courtroom, sitting in the front row, occasionally sobbing as the defendant pleaded guilty. Twelve co-defendants denied various charges involving the woman. A 13th man has previously admitted the offenceThe defendant, whose identity is protected by law to maintain his wife's lifetime anonymity, entered his final plea at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-russia-ukraine-energy-strikes-ceasefire-zelensky-no-deal-1789403827901">Trump claims Russia, Ukraine agree to halt energy strikes, Kyiv says no deal yet</a>Rick Johnson, an Assistant Chief Constable of Greater Manchester Police, said, “Our focus remains on supporting the victim of this horrific campaign of abuse through what is a very complex investigation."“Specialist support continues to be provided to the victim at the centre of this case."“If you are concerned you, or someone you know, may be affected by drug-facilitated sexual abuse, please know that you do not need proof, certainty, or a clear memory to be taken seriously."The man remains in custody pending sentencing at the conclusion of the trial of the codefendants.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

A British man has pleaded guilty to drugging and raping his wife without her knowledge for two decades, admitting to the final 45 charges at a Manchester court.

A British man from Stockport, Greater Manchester, accused of drugging and raping his wife without her knowledge for 20 years has pleaded guilty. In June, he had pleaded guilty to 15 of the charges against him, and on Monday he admitted the final 45. The husband, in his sixties, admitted that the offences date back to 2004, including admitting substance to stupefy his wife between 2004 and 2005, and sharing intimate images without consent. The victim was present in the courtroom, sitting in the front row, occasionally sobbing as the defendant pleaded guilty. Twelve co-defendants denied various charges involving the woman. A 13th man has previously admitted the offence The defendant, whose identity is protected by law to maintain his wife's lifetime anonymity, entered his final plea at Manchester Minshull Street Crown Court. Also Read: Trump claims Russia, Ukraine agree to halt energy strikes, Kyiv says no deal yet Rick Johnson, an Assistant Chief Constable of Greater Manchester Police, said, “Our focus remains on supporting the victim of this horrific campaign of abuse through what is a very complex investigation." “Specialist support continues to be provided to the victim at the centre of this case." “If you are concerned you, or someone you know, may be affected by drug-facilitated sexual abuse, please know that you do not need proof, certainty, or a clear memory to be taken seriously." The man remains in custody pending sentencing at the conclusion of the trial of the codefendants.

A British man has pleaded guilty to drugging and raping his wife without her knowledge for two decades, admitting to the final 45 charges at a Manchester court.

UK man admits drugging, raping wife for 20 years in shocking abuse case

Whether it is the brutal war in Gaza, killing over 73,000 Palestinians, or growing settler violence in West Bank, the Benjamin Netanyahu-led government's actions have led to mounting criticism across the world.&nbsp;A key US official has now nailed the extent to which Israel has been cornered.&nbsp;Addressing a conference, Trump's son-in-law and special envoy for peace Jared Kushner asserted that Israel became globally isolated in September last year when it conducted air strikes on Qatar.&nbsp;He said, “We used that dynamic to push them into a deal.”&nbsp;Essentially, Kushner claimed that US leveraged the international pressure following the strikes to push a reluctant Netanyahu to accept a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal.&nbsp;While Netanyahu initially justified the air strike on Doha in which five Hamas operatives and one Qatari security personnel were killed, Trump made his displeasure clear.&nbsp;Back then, the US president stressed that the strike did not advance either Israel or America's goals.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/strong-brics-resolution-on-palestine-isolates-israel-after-american-snub-1789404634601/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/strong-brics-resolution-on-palestine-isolates-israel-after-american-snub-1789404634601/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Subsequently, the Israeli PM apologised for the air strike and affirmed that IDF will not conduct such an attack again in the future.&nbsp;This is not all.&nbsp;Israel was also at the receiving end of stinging criticism by BRICS during its summit held in New Delhi over the weekend.&nbsp;In its New Delhi declaration, the forum supported the creation of an independent state of Palestine, comprising the Gaza Strip and West Bank, with east Jerusalem as its capital.&nbsp;It also expressed deep concern over continued violence in Gaza despite the ceasefire and called for halting policies aimed at forced displacement of Palestinians from the Gaza Strip.&nbsp;Additionally, BRICS nations rejected any unilateral measures to alter the legal and historical status of Jerusalem.&nbsp;The bloc also urged Israel to withdraw its troops from Lebanon.&nbsp;The Netanyahu-led government is facing criticism for its policies in West Bank as well.&nbsp;Accusing Israel of turning a blind eye to ethnic cleansing of Palestinians, UK announced a ban on import of all goods produced in Israeli settlements in West Bank.&nbsp;Eleven other countries including France and Canada also announced similar plans.&nbsp;This drew a fierce retaliation from Israel which announced the closure of Britain's consulate in Jerusalem.&nbsp;Despite facing pressure on all fronts, any course correction by Israel seems elusive.&nbsp;Instead, it is now seeking to strip two Oscar-winning filmmakers of their citizenship.&nbsp;This latest controversy pertains to the documentary titled ‘Naza’ directed by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Shor, which recently won a special jury prize at the Venice Film Festival.&nbsp;Based on conversations with 24 Israeli military and intelligence whistle-blowers, the documentary shows how IDF used AI-powered systems to systematically kill civilians in Gaza.&nbsp;Israel's culture minister Miki Zohar accused these filmmakers of harming the country just to get applause from anti-Semites around the world.&nbsp;He said, “Anyone who acts against the state of Israel during wartime cannot continue to hold Israeli citizenship.”&nbsp;He added that freedom of expression is not a license to betray the state.&nbsp;Meanwhile, IDF refuted the alleged claim in the documentary that an approval was given for an air strike in Gaza anticipating 500 civilian casualties.&nbsp;Meanwhile, an Israeli human rights group accused the Netanyahu-led government of carrying out a systematic and accelerated project aimed at dismantling the foundations of Palestinian existence in West Bank.&nbsp;Facing a backlash from multiple quarters, it is apparent that Netanyahu faces a tough ask with Israeli general elections due in just over a month...

Trump's son-in-law and special envoy for peace Jared Kushner said Israel became globally isolated in September last year when it conducted air strikes on Qatar. Kushner claimed that US leveraged the pressure following the strikes to push a reluctant Netanyahu to accept a Gaza ceasefire.

Whether it is the brutal war in Gaza, killing over 73,000 Palestinians, or growing settler violence in West Bank, the Benjamin Netanyahu-led government's actions have led to mounting criticism across the world. A key US official has now nailed the extent to which Israel has been cornered. Addressing a conference, Trump's son-in-law and special envoy for peace Jared Kushner asserted that Israel became globally isolated in September last year when it conducted air strikes on Qatar. He said, “We used that dynamic to push them into a deal.” Essentially, Kushner claimed that US leveraged the international pressure following the strikes to push a reluctant Netanyahu to accept a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal. While Netanyahu initially justified the air strike on Doha in which five Hamas operatives and one Qatari security personnel were killed, Trump made his displeasure clear. Back then, the US president stressed that the strike did not advance either Israel or America's goals. https://www.wionews.com/videos/strong-brics-resolution-on-palestine-isolates-israel-after-american-snub-1789404634601/embed Subsequently, the Israeli PM apologised for the air strike and affirmed that IDF will not conduct such an attack again in the future. This is not all. Israel was also at the receiving end of stinging criticism by BRICS during its summit held in New Delhi over the weekend. In its New Delhi declaration, the forum supported the creation of an independent state of Palestine, comprising the Gaza Strip and West Bank, with east Jerusalem as its capital. It also expressed deep concern over continued violence in Gaza despite the ceasefire and called for halting policies aimed at forced displacement of Palestinians from the Gaza Strip. Additionally, BRICS nations rejected any unilateral measures to alter the legal and historical status of Jerusalem. The bloc also urged Israel to withdraw its troops from Lebanon. The Netanyahu-led government is facing criticism for its policies in West Bank as well. Accusing Israel of turning a blind eye to ethnic cleansing of Palestinians, UK announced a ban on import of all goods produced in Israeli settlements in West Bank. Eleven other countries including France and Canada also announced similar plans. This drew a fierce retaliation from Israel which announced the closure of Britain's consulate in Jerusalem. Despite facing pressure on all fronts, any course correction by Israel seems elusive. Instead, it is now seeking to strip two Oscar-winning filmmakers of their citizenship. This latest controversy pertains to the documentary titled ‘Naza’ directed by Yuval Abraham and Rachel Shor, which recently won a special jury prize at the Venice Film Festival. Based on conversations with 24 Israeli military and intelligence whistle-blowers, the documentary shows how IDF used AI-powered systems to systematically kill civilians in Gaza. Israel's culture minister Miki Zohar accused these filmmakers of harming the country just to get applause from anti-Semites around the world. He said, “Anyone who acts against the state of Israel during wartime cannot continue to hold Israeli citizenship.” He added that freedom of expression is not a license to betray the state. Meanwhile, IDF refuted the alleged claim in the documentary that an approval was given for an air strike in Gaza anticipating 500 civilian casualties. Meanwhile, an Israeli human rights group accused the Netanyahu-led government of carrying out a systematic and accelerated project aimed at dismantling the foundations of Palestinian existence in West Bank. Facing a backlash from multiple quarters, it is apparent that Netanyahu faces a tough ask with Israeli general elections due in just over a month...

Trump's son-in-law and special envoy for peace Jared Kushner said Israel became globally isolated in September last year when it conducted air strikes on Qatar. Kushner claimed that US leveraged the pressure following the strikes to push a reluctant Netanyahu to accept a Gaza ceasefire.

Strong BRICS resolution on Palestine isolates Israel after American snub | Gravitas

For the British, who ruled the world for centuries and had a divide-and-rule policy, breaking up countries is not unusual.Except this time it's theirs.The leaders of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are meeting to sign a deal which would begin the break-up of the United Kingdom.So is the sun setting on the British Empire once again?Well, for centuries, Britain was built around the assumption that London was the centre, while Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland were parts of one political union. But this was always questioned. And now, it's been done openly.Even though each of the countries has its own political identities, the constitution still centres power in London.Let me give you an example: Scotland joined England in 1707, Ireland joined Great Britain in 1801.Between 1916 and 1922, the Irish War of Independence led most of Ireland to leave the UK, except Northern Ireland.Another example: in 2014, when a referendum on Scotland's independence was held, 55% of Scottish citizens voted 'yes'. Then, during Brexit, Scotland wanted to remain in the EU, but the UK wanted to exit, and so it happened.When US President Donald Trump recently said that he would support Northern Ireland breaking away from the UK, Prime Minister Andy Burnham wouldn't have known that he would have to talk about holding a border referendum. We'll have to see how that goes.Britain was once an extraordinary political project: England + Wales + Scotland + Ireland was equal to one United Kingdom. However, the British state was never created as a neat and clean federation of four equal nations. It was built through conquest, dynastic politics, parliamentary legislation and political compromise.All four countries have different priorities and concerns. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland now have elected institutions of their own, while Westminster retains the legal authority. The UK has a deliberately asymmetric constitution: different nations have different powers. But that's where all the tension begins.So would it be better if the UK divides? Well, that's for the UK to decide. But one thing is for sure: the United Kingdom might not be breaking up tonight, but the United Kingdom of yesterday is certainly gone.

Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are pushing for greater self-determination, raising questions over the future of the United Kingdom and its union.

For the British, who ruled the world for centuries and had a divide-and-rule policy, breaking up countries is not unusual. Except this time it's theirs. The leaders of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are meeting to sign a deal which would begin the break-up of the United Kingdom. So is the sun setting on the British Empire once again? Well, for centuries, Britain was built around the assumption that London was the centre, while Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland were parts of one political union. But this was always questioned. And now, it's been done openly. Even though each of the countries has its own political identities, the constitution still centres power in London. Let me give you an example: Scotland joined England in 1707, Ireland joined Great Britain in 1801. Between 1916 and 1922, the Irish War of Independence led most of Ireland to leave the UK, except Northern Ireland. Another example: in 2014, when a referendum on Scotland's independence was held, 55% of Scottish citizens voted 'yes'. Then, during Brexit, Scotland wanted to remain in the EU, but the UK wanted to exit, and so it happened. When US President Donald Trump recently said that he would support Northern Ireland breaking away from the UK, Prime Minister Andy Burnham wouldn't have known that he would have to talk about holding a border referendum. We'll have to see how that goes. Britain was once an extraordinary political project: England + Wales + Scotland + Ireland was equal to one United Kingdom. However, the British state was never created as a neat and clean federation of four equal nations. It was built through conquest, dynastic politics, parliamentary legislation and political compromise. All four countries have different priorities and concerns. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland now have elected institutions of their own, while Westminster retains the legal authority. The UK has a deliberately asymmetric constitution: different nations have different powers. But that's where all the tension begins. So would it be better if the UK divides? Well, that's for the UK to decide. But one thing is for sure: the United Kingdom might not be breaking up tonight, but the United Kingdom of yesterday is certainly gone.

Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are pushing for greater self-determination, raising questions over the future of the United Kingdom and its union.

Verdict | Leaders of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland meet to sign deal

US President Donald Trump claimed in a post on the Truth Social platform that both Russia and Ukraine have agreed to halt strikes on energy infrastructure. He claimed that the high fuel prices in the world are because of the Russia-Ukraine war.&nbsp;"Ukraine has agreed not to hit Russian Energy targets. Russia has agreed to do likewise! The World’s Diesel price rise is mostly caused by the Russia/Ukraine War, not Iran. President DJT"Oil prices have soared as the war in West Asia hits the six-and-a-half-month mark, raising American fuel costs, which have topped $6 a gallon in the US and inflation just weeks before the US midterm elections.<h2>Ukraine "not convinced" of Russia's willingness</h2>Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said that while Ukraine has proposed a framework for an energy ceasefire through its international partners, no final deal is in place. Zelensky emphasised that Kyiv remains highly sceptical of Moscow’s willingness to halt any strikes.&nbsp;In a social media post, Zelensky demanded that partners “ensure that Russia genuinely refrains from striking our electricity system, other energy facilities, critical infrastructure, and food supply routes; then, of course, we are ready to ensure a corresponding halt to our strikes.”Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-rejects-ai-guardrails-strong-smart-president-ai-race-ai-firms-doing-bad-things-1789398902287">Trump rejects AI guardrails, says he stopped AI firms from doing ‘bad things’</a><h2>Russia welcomed Trump's call on Ukraine</h2>Russian officials previously signalled resistance to isolated, short-term truces; however, the Kremlin on Monday welcomed US President Donald Trump calling ​on Ukraine to halt strikes on Russia's diesel-producing ‌facilities. &nbsp;Though, there is no official response from the Russian side about halting strikes at Ukrainian energy facilities."Any call on the Kyiv regime ‌to ⁠stop attacks on civilian economic infrastructure can only be welcomed," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told a daily conference call with reporters. However, contrary to Trump's claim, Peskov said that the situation in the energy market is due to the “instability and new rounds of escalation in the Persian Gulf region”. He added that Russia is considering an export ban on diesel to boost domestic production.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donald Trump claimed Russia and Ukraine agreed to halt strikes on energy infrastructure, but Zelensky said no final deal is in place and Kyiv remains sceptical.

US President Donald Trump claimed in a post on the Truth Social platform that both Russia and Ukraine have agreed to halt strikes on energy infrastructure. He claimed that the high fuel prices in the world are because of the Russia-Ukraine war. "Ukraine has agreed not to hit Russian Energy targets. Russia has agreed to do likewise! The World’s Diesel price rise is mostly caused by the Russia/Ukraine War, not Iran. President DJT" Oil prices have soared as the war in West Asia hits the six-and-a-half-month mark, raising American fuel costs, which have topped $6 a gallon in the US and inflation just weeks before the US midterm elections. Ukraine "not convinced" of Russia's willingness Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said that while Ukraine has proposed a framework for an energy ceasefire through its international partners, no final deal is in place. Zelensky emphasised that Kyiv remains highly sceptical of Moscow’s willingness to halt any strikes. In a social media post, Zelensky demanded that partners “ensure that Russia genuinely refrains from striking our electricity system, other energy facilities, critical infrastructure, and food supply routes; then, of course, we are ready to ensure a corresponding halt to our strikes.” Also Read: Trump rejects AI guardrails, says he stopped AI firms from doing ‘bad things’ Russia welcomed Trump's call on Ukraine Russian officials previously signalled resistance to isolated, short-term truces; however, the Kremlin on Monday welcomed US President Donald Trump calling on Ukraine to halt strikes on Russia's diesel-producing ‌facilities. Though, there is no official response from the Russian side about halting strikes at Ukrainian energy facilities. "Any call on the Kyiv regime ‌to ⁠stop attacks on civilian economic infrastructure can only be welcomed," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told a daily conference call with reporters. However, contrary to Trump's claim, Peskov said that the situation in the energy market is due to the “instability and new rounds of escalation in the Persian Gulf region”. He added that Russia is considering an export ban on diesel to boost domestic production.

Donald Trump claimed Russia and Ukraine agreed to halt strikes on energy infrastructure, but Zelensky said no final deal is in place and Kyiv remains sceptical.

Trump claims Russia, Ukraine agree to halt energy strikes, Kyiv says no deal yet

The very fabric of the United Kingdom is under unprecedented strain.For the first time in history, pro-independence parties hold the reins of power in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.They are now joining forces to demand an end to what we know as the United Kingdom.In a rare and historic summit at the Welsh capital of Cardiff, leaders from the Scottish National Party, Plaid Cymru, and Sinn Féin signed a joint agreement, declaring their absolute right to self-determination.The leaders issued a blunt warning to the UK Parliament, declaring in the memorandum that Westminster's time is coming to an end.All three parties now share a common goal: to break away from the United Kingdom and secure their future within the European Union.The Cardiff Pact pledges to strengthen cooperation between their governments to force constitutional change.The political landscape has shifted dramatically following Labour's recent election rout in Wales, leaving pro-independence forces in charge across all three devolved nations.Scottish First Minister John Swinney even claimed that UK Prime Minister Burnham will go down in history as the final prime minister of the United Kingdom.The independence movement is catching international attention.Just two days before this summit, Donald Trump weighed in during a visit to Dublin, declaring he would love to see a united Ireland.To understand the magnitude of this moment, you have to look at just how long this union has stood.The United Kingdom was forged over centuries of conflict and consolidation.Wales was officially united with England in 1536.Scotland followed in 1707, giving birth to Great Britain under Queen Anne.Ireland was officially brought into the fold in 1801, but the union was short-lived.Following the Easter Uprising of 1916 and a brutal war of independence, the southern counties broke away in the 1920s to form an independent Ireland, leaving only the six counties of Northern Ireland in the UK.For decades, the current borders seemed set in stone.But in the late 1990s, successful referendums led to devolution.This granted Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland their own parliaments and assemblies.Those bodies have grown in power over the last 25 years.The very democratic institutions established to keep the nations united are serving as the launchpad to dismantle the UK entirely.While the three parties differ on exactly how and when they will break away, their message is unified:Constitutional change is coming, and they believe the people will decide their own future.

Pro-independence parties in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have united in Cardiff, demanding self-determination and constitutional change across the UK.

The very fabric of the United Kingdom is under unprecedented strain. For the first time in history, pro-independence parties hold the reins of power in Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. They are now joining forces to demand an end to what we know as the United Kingdom. In a rare and historic summit at the Welsh capital of Cardiff, leaders from the Scottish National Party, Plaid Cymru, and Sinn Féin signed a joint agreement, declaring their absolute right to self-determination. The leaders issued a blunt warning to the UK Parliament, declaring in the memorandum that Westminster's time is coming to an end. All three parties now share a common goal: to break away from the United Kingdom and secure their future within the European Union. The Cardiff Pact pledges to strengthen cooperation between their governments to force constitutional change. The political landscape has shifted dramatically following Labour's recent election rout in Wales, leaving pro-independence forces in charge across all three devolved nations. Scottish First Minister John Swinney even claimed that UK Prime Minister Burnham will go down in history as the final prime minister of the United Kingdom. The independence movement is catching international attention. Just two days before this summit, Donald Trump weighed in during a visit to Dublin, declaring he would love to see a united Ireland. To understand the magnitude of this moment, you have to look at just how long this union has stood. The United Kingdom was forged over centuries of conflict and consolidation. Wales was officially united with England in 1536. Scotland followed in 1707, giving birth to Great Britain under Queen Anne. Ireland was officially brought into the fold in 1801, but the union was short-lived. Following the Easter Uprising of 1916 and a brutal war of independence, the southern counties broke away in the 1920s to form an independent Ireland, leaving only the six counties of Northern Ireland in the UK. For decades, the current borders seemed set in stone. But in the late 1990s, successful referendums led to devolution. This granted Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland their own parliaments and assemblies. Those bodies have grown in power over the last 25 years. The very democratic institutions established to keep the nations united are serving as the launchpad to dismantle the UK entirely. While the three parties differ on exactly how and when they will break away, their message is unified: Constitutional change is coming, and they believe the people will decide their own future.

Pro-independence parties in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland have united in Cardiff, demanding self-determination and constitutional change across the UK.

Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland push for exit from UK | Race To Power

New Delhi: Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency has published an updated Red Book of most-wanted terrorists that again names 19 men linked to the 2008 Mumbai attacks, yet two of those entries have been stripped of photographs, Lashkar-e-Taiba affiliations and operational detail that appeared in earlier editions.The November 2008 terror attack, carried out by 10 terrorists who reached Mumbai by sea, killed 166 people and injured more than 300. Nine attackers died in the operation; the sole survivor, Ajmal Kasab, was later executed in India.&nbsp;Muhammad Khan of Turbat, previously identified as the man who supplied the fishing vessel Al-Hussaini used to move the attackers toward Indian waters, remains on the list by name only. His photograph, LeT link and account of that role have been removed. Abdul Rehman of Bahawalnagar has likewise lost his picture and organisational affiliation. Both men were fully documented in the 2021 edition of the same book.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/westminster-s-time-is-coming-to-an-end-say-welsh-scottish-northern-irish-leaders-at-cardiff-summit-1789394988871">‘Westminster’s time is coming to an end,’ say Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish leaders at Cardiff summit</a>&nbsp;The updated pages that retain photographs describe 11 men as former Lashkar crew of Al-Hussaini and Al-Fauz. Shahid Ghafoor, of Bahawalpur’s Islami Colony, is listed as captain or “tandol” of both boats. Other entries identify crew members from across Punjab and Sindh: Muhammad Usman of Sahiwal, Ateeq ur Rehman of Lahore, Riaz Ahmad of Hafizabad, Muhammad Mushtaq of Gujranwala, Muhammad Naeem of Dera Ghazi Khan, Abdul Shakoor of Karachi, Muhammad Sabir Saifi of Multan, another Muhammad Usman of Lodhran, and Shakil Ahmad of Rahim Yar Khan.&nbsp;Six other men are listed as financiers. Muhammad Iftikhar Ali of Faisalabad is accused of spending 70,000 rupees on voice-over-internet connections used by the gunmen and their handlers. Smaller sums are attributed to Mohammad Zia of Rawalpindi and larger ones to Mohammad Abbas Nasir of Khanewal, Javed Iqbal of Kasur, Mukhtar Ahmad of Mandi Bahauddin and Ahmed Saeed of Battagram, the last of whom is said to have provided 2.1 million rupees.&nbsp;The FIA states that the 17 men with full profiles have been absconding for 18 years.&nbsp;&nbsp;Indian officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, say the men remain in Pakistan and that listing them without arrests is an “eyewash” intended to blunt international scrutiny.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tech-stocks-fall-after-ai-bosses-call-for-a-slowdown-in-reckless-progress-1789387989365">Tech stocks fall after AI bosses call for a slowdown in ‘reckless’ progress</a>&nbsp;The terrorists left the Karachi area in late November 2008, transferred at sea, hijacked the Indian fishing trawler Kuber, killed most of its crew, and later came ashore in inflatable craft. Al-Hussaini is widely identified as the vessel that carried the gunmen toward Indian waters; Al-Fouz was later found in Karachi and treated as case property in Pakistan’s stalled trial.&nbsp;The 26/11 terror attacks lasted three days. Targets included the Taj Mahal Palace hotel, the Oberoi-Trident, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, a Jewish centre and cafés. Nine attackers were killed; Ajmal Kasab, the only one captured alive, was later executed in India.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/want-to-reset-ties-with-india-have-engagement-based-on-mutual-interests-says-bangladesh-minister-1789326034045">‘Want to reset ties with India, have engagement based on mutual interests,’ says Bangladesh minister</a>&nbsp;For families of the dead, and the Indian government that lost citizens in the attack, justice is incomplete till the perpetrators, planners and masterminds of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks are fully held accountable and brought to justice. India formally launched in absentia trial proceedings against key Pakistani nationals accused of masterminding and executing the attacks. This list includes Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) handlers and masterminds like Hafiz Saeed, Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi, and Sajid Mir.&nbsp;The FIA sheets add little that is new in substance. They do show, in bureaucratic form, that Pakistan’s own investigators still treat the boat crew as wanted, and still have not closed the file.

Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency states that the 17 men with full profiles have been absconding for 18 years. Indian officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, say the men remain in Pakistan and listing them without arrests is an eyewash intended to blunt international scrutiny.

New Delhi: Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency has published an updated Red Book of most-wanted terrorists that again names 19 men linked to the 2008 Mumbai attacks, yet two of those entries have been stripped of photographs, Lashkar-e-Taiba affiliations and operational detail that appeared in earlier editions. The November 2008 terror attack, carried out by 10 terrorists who reached Mumbai by sea, killed 166 people and injured more than 300. Nine attackers died in the operation; the sole survivor, Ajmal Kasab, was later executed in India. Muhammad Khan of Turbat, previously identified as the man who supplied the fishing vessel Al-Hussaini used to move the attackers toward Indian waters, remains on the list by name only. His photograph, LeT link and account of that role have been removed. Abdul Rehman of Bahawalnagar has likewise lost his picture and organisational affiliation. Both men were fully documented in the 2021 edition of the same book. Also Read: ‘Westminster’s time is coming to an end,’ say Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish leaders at Cardiff summit The updated pages that retain photographs describe 11 men as former Lashkar crew of Al-Hussaini and Al-Fauz. Shahid Ghafoor, of Bahawalpur’s Islami Colony, is listed as captain or “tandol” of both boats. Other entries identify crew members from across Punjab and Sindh: Muhammad Usman of Sahiwal, Ateeq ur Rehman of Lahore, Riaz Ahmad of Hafizabad, Muhammad Mushtaq of Gujranwala, Muhammad Naeem of Dera Ghazi Khan, Abdul Shakoor of Karachi, Muhammad Sabir Saifi of Multan, another Muhammad Usman of Lodhran, and Shakil Ahmad of Rahim Yar Khan. Six other men are listed as financiers. Muhammad Iftikhar Ali of Faisalabad is accused of spending 70,000 rupees on voice-over-internet connections used by the gunmen and their handlers. Smaller sums are attributed to Mohammad Zia of Rawalpindi and larger ones to Mohammad Abbas Nasir of Khanewal, Javed Iqbal of Kasur, Mukhtar Ahmad of Mandi Bahauddin and Ahmed Saeed of Battagram, the last of whom is said to have provided 2.1 million rupees. The FIA states that the 17 men with full profiles have been absconding for 18 years. Indian officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, say the men remain in Pakistan and that listing them without arrests is an “eyewash” intended to blunt international scrutiny. Also Read: Tech stocks fall after AI bosses call for a slowdown in ‘reckless’ progress The terrorists left the Karachi area in late November 2008, transferred at sea, hijacked the Indian fishing trawler Kuber, killed most of its crew, and later came ashore in inflatable craft. Al-Hussaini is widely identified as the vessel that carried the gunmen toward Indian waters; Al-Fouz was later found in Karachi and treated as case property in Pakistan’s stalled trial. The 26/11 terror attacks lasted three days. Targets included the Taj Mahal Palace hotel, the Oberoi-Trident, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, a Jewish centre and cafés. Nine attackers were killed; Ajmal Kasab, the only one captured alive, was later executed in India. Also Read: ‘Want to reset ties with India, have engagement based on mutual interests,’ says Bangladesh minister For families of the dead, and the Indian government that lost citizens in the attack, justice is incomplete till the perpetrators, planners and masterminds of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks are fully held accountable and brought to justice. India formally launched in absentia trial proceedings against key Pakistani nationals accused of masterminding and executing the attacks. This list includes Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) handlers and masterminds like Hafiz Saeed, Zaki-ur-Rehman Lakhvi, and Sajid Mir. The FIA sheets add little that is new in substance. They do show, in bureaucratic form, that Pakistan’s own investigators still treat the boat crew as wanted, and still have not closed the file.

Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency states that the 17 men with full profiles have been absconding for 18 years. Indian officials, speaking on condition of anonymity, say the men remain in Pakistan and listing them without arrests is an eyewash intended to blunt international scrutiny.

Photographs, LeT labels vanish from two 2008 Mumbai attack entries in Pakistan’s most wanted list

The BRICS Summit in India's capital New Delhi concluded on Sunday (Sep 13). The spectacular event wrapped with both diplomatic and lighthearted moments on display. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's rendition of legendary singer Kishore Kumar's song went viral on the internet. The New Delhi Declaration adopted at the 18th BRICS Summit condemned "unilateral tariff and non-tariff measures" as against international law, but never named the US. It seems like a deliberate move to avoid straining member nations' bilateral trade relationships, especially for India, which chaired the BRICS summit. This comes as India is negotiating a trade deal with, seeking competitive rates to those offered to Vietnam and Bangladesh.In other news, India’s Ministry of Defence has said that Chinese forces opposite the Himalayan frontier were scaled back in 2025, even as New Delhi kept its own army on a high state of readiness along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). In its annual report for 2025-26, the ministry said: “The year 2025 witnessed significant reduction in deployment of People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Forces opposite Northern Borders, with 10 Combined Arms Brigade size forces each deployed in areas along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and in traditional training areas.”Coming to the escalating crude prices, since the US-Iran war started crude oil prices have been extremely volatile. And the recent attacks on Saudi Arabia by Houthis and Iranian attacks on ships in the Gulf has led to the prices shooting up more than 2%.Stay with us for more latest news, breaking updates and developments as they unfold.

Arab states in the Gulf called off a scheduled meeting with Iran today to discuss potential routes in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghei said that the meeting was cancelled at the request of Riyadh. Meanwhile, Yemen's Houthi rebels made remarkable progress along the Red Sea Coast last week. They also launched an attack on Saudi Arabia on Monday.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gulf-states-cancel-iran-meeting-yemen-houthi-attack-saudi-arabia-1789381654676">Read More</a>

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Shares of tech companies linked to artificial intelligence (AI) witnessed sharp falls on Monday following calls by AI bosses for a slowdown in the uncontrolled development of the technology. In South Korea, shares of chipmaker SK Hynix fell 6.4% while Samsung Electronics dropped 4.1%. Japan’s Softbank, which is a major investor in OpenAI, plunged more than 10%.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tech-stocks-fall-after-ai-bosses-call-for-a-slowdown-in-reckless-progress-1789387989365">Read More</a>

Tech stocks fall after AI bosses call for a slowdown in ‘reckless’ progress

Trump once again called Iran a “failed nation”, and it is desperate to make a deal. In his social media update, Trump noted that he will personally determine whether the United States chooses to engage in negotiations, while keeping the door open to a potential deal.“The failing Nation of Iran wants to make a deal, quickly and badly. I will determine whether or not the U.S.A. will choose to engage - The concept of which we are open to. Thank you for your attention to this matter! ”

Trump calls Iran "failed nation" desperate to make a deal

US President Donald Trump claimed in a Truth Social post that both Russia and Ukraine have agreed not to hit “energy targets” of each other. He claimed that the high fuel price in the world is because of the Russia-Ukraine war"Ukraine has agreed not to hit Russian Energy targets. Russia has agreed to do, likewise! The World’s Diesel price rise is mostly caused by the Russia/Ukraine War, not Iran. President DJT"Oil prices have soared as the war in the Middle East hits the six-and-a-half-month mark, raising American fuel costs and inflation just weeks before crunch US midterm elections.

Trump claims both Russia and Ukraine agreed not to target energy infrastructure

India's Wholesale Price Index-based inflation for August has risen to 9.92 per cent from 9.78 per cent in July, while Consumer Price Index- based inflation has risen to 4.82 per cent in August from 4.45 per cent in July, according to the data released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI). The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation remained above 9 per cent for the fourth consecutive month. The CPI-based inflation remained above the 4 per cent target of the Reserve Bank of India for the third straight month.Before these numbers came out, the market widely expected the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to remain on a comfortable "hold" pattern. The RBI had left the rate unchanged at 5.25 per cent last month. But reports suggest that, at the MPC meeting, some members, including the governor Sanjay Malhotra, favoured a rate hike if inflation spread across segments. Now, with Brent Crude futures pushing $108 per barrel internationally, and both WPI and CPI soaring higher makes a case for an interest rate hike. SBI Research stated that they now strongly advocate for a 25-bps rate hike in October, and another 25-bps in December. India's Bond market is also signalling the same; the benchmark 10-year government bond yield recently breached the 7 per cent mark, suggesting institutional investors are anticipating a rate hike in the coming months.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-wpi-inflation-cpi-rbi-interest-rate-hike-august-1789393230018">Read More</a>

India’s WPI inflation hits 9.92% as CPI rises to 4.82%; will RBI hike rates?

The first ministers of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland declared on Monday that “Westminster’s time is coming to an end”, and that the UK government should prepare for constitutional change. The nationalist leaders from Plaid Cymru, Sinn Féin and the SNP who want their countries to leave the United Kingdom met at a landmark summit aimed at putting the UK’s Celtic nations on the path to independence referendums. The summit in Cardiff on Monday was the first face-to-face meeting since Plaid Cymru won Senedd elections, which put separatist parties in government in all three countries for the first time.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/westminster-s-time-is-coming-to-an-end-say-welsh-scottish-northern-irish-leaders-at-cardiff-summit-1789394988871">Read More</a>

‘Westminster’s time is coming to an end,’ say Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish leaders at Cardiff summit

China on Monday pushed back against AI-fearmongering; it slammed Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's concern over the slowing down of AI development as a cold war playbook” to deter the technological rise of China. Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun, when asked about the concerns raised by the Anthropic CEO, said that China “promote an open, inclusive ​and benevolent approach ⁠to AI.”<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-anthropic-ceo-ai-slowdown-cold-war-playbook-china-1789384960101">Read More</a>

China hits back at Anthropic CEO’s AI slowdown call, calls it a ‘Cold War playbook’

US President Donald Trump shrugged off any speculation about an "AI guardrail", suggesting that the only guardrail AI needs is a "STRONG AND SMART (High IQ!) PRESIDENT", and the United States has that. Trump claimed his administration has already successfully stopped AI companies from doing “bad, or potentially bad, 'things'”. He mocked Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei for pretending to be a “perfect little angel”. He suggested that the person who wins in AI will win, and he believes the US is leading the AI race. This comes just after top CEOs in Silicon Valley in unison, called for slowing down AI development.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-rejects-ai-guardrails-strong-smart-president-ai-race-ai-firms-doing-bad-things-1789398902287">Read More</a>

Trump rejects AI guardrails, says he stopped AI firms from doing ‘bad things’

New Zealand’s top diplomat Winston Peters has spoken with his Israeli counterpart Gideon Saar about escalating violence in the occupied West Bank. Peters expressed “concern at the escalation in settler violence and expansion of illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank, and at the humanitarian situation in Gaza”, according to a statement from the New Zealand foreign ministry.

New Zealand FM expresses ‘concern’ over Israeli violence in the West Bank

Israeli forces have shot and killed a Palestinian man in the al-Mawasi area in southern Gaza. The man succumbed to his wounds as he arrived at a hospital, the official Wafa news agency reported.

Israeli army attack kills Palestinian man in southern Gaza Strip

Oil prices rosed to over 3 percent after new strikes on Saudi Arabia by Yemen’s Houthi rebels. Brent crude futures jumped $3.43, or 3.3 percent, to $108.04 per barrel as of 9:30 GMT. West Texas Intermediate futures gained $3.49, or 3.5 percent, to $103.54 per barrel. &nbsp;

Oil prices continue to surge amid regional unrest

The World Health Organisation (WHO) confirmed that ongoing conflicts in Yemen on multiple fronts resulted in 2,883 casualties, 504 deaths and 2,379 injuries between September 6 and 12. WHO added that at least 77,789 people were displaced across several governorates, including Taiz, Marib, al-Jawf, Lahj, Hodeidah, Abyan, and Shabwa, as of Friday.

Nearly 3,000 casualties in Yemen after days of fighting, says WHO

A plane carrying a prominent figure crashed at Libya’s Misrata airport on Monday (Sep 14), according to Al Arabiya The report said that the airspace has been closed in the region. The identity of the prominent figure is not yet clear. Last year, Libyan army chief General Mohammed Ali Ahmed al-Haddad was killed in an aircraft crash in Turkey. The correspondent added that the airspace was closed following the crash.&nbsp;

A plane carrying a prominent figure crashed at Libya’s Misrata airport

A Republican politician's social media post appearing to target Indian and South Asian students in Texas has caused a firestorm of criticism over alleged racism. Bo French, the Republican nominee for Texas Railroad Commissioner, on Sunday (Sep 13) posted a photo of University of Texas students celebrating a sports victory, with a caption that appeared provocative to some people. The photo mostly showed non-white students celebrating the Longhorns’ win over Ohio State the previous night. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-americans-fellow-republicans-react-sharply-to-bo-french-s-post-targeting-foreigner-students-in-texas-1789369347097">READ MORE</a>

Indian Americans, fellow Republicans react sharply to Bo French’s post targeting 'foreigner' students in Texas

The first song for Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana has been released, giving fans a closer look at the highly anticipated film. Jai Jai Ram was unveiled on the occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi and featured Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and Sai Pallavi as Sita. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ramayana-first-song-out-ranbir-kapoor-and-sai-pallavi-s-new-glimpses-unveiled-watch-1789377512172">READ MORE</a>

Ramayana first song out

Anwar Ibrahim, Malaysian Prime Minister, met A P Aboobacker Musliyar, All India Sunni Jamiyyathul Ulama general secretary and Indian Grand Mufti Kanthapuram at the Markaz Central Campus in Kozhikode, Kerala, on Sunday (September 13) during his five-day visit to India. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/malaysian-pm-anwar-ibrahim-meets-controversial-cleric-kanthapuram-says-don-t-agree-with-all-his-views-1789377715208">READ MORE</a>

Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim meets controversial cleric Kanthapuram

A video featuring a Pakistani politician, Muhammad Shabbir Qureshi, an MPA from Karachi’s Keamari, visibly struggling to read an official English-language resolution tribute to the nation's founder, Muhammad Ali Jinnah, has ignited widespread discussion across social media platforms. The footage, captured during a formal legislative session, shows the lawmaker seemingly uncomfortable while delivering the written motion. The resolution, intended to honour Jinnah’s legacy and vision for the country, was rendered difficult to comprehend due to the speaker's frequent pauses and reliance on colleagues sitting nearby to prompt the correct pronunciation of words.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/video-of-pakistani-lawmaker-struggling-to-read-english-tribute-to-jinnah-goes-viral-watch-1789377849939"> WATCH VIDEO HERE</a>

Video of Pakistani lawmaker struggling to read English tribute to Jinnah goes viral - WATCH

Between 2021 and 2023, East Antarctica gained 695 billion tons of ice because of extreme warming in the western Pacific and eastern Indian Ocean. A study published in Nature revealed that this temporary gain was recorded by the GRACE satellites. This happened because the heat in the tropical region altered atmospheric circulation, sending more moisture towards East Antarctica. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/extreme-warming-in-indian-ocean-added-695-billion-tons-of-ice-to-antarctica-1789377094316">READ MORE</a> &nbsp;

Extreme warming in Indian Ocean added 695 billion tons of ice to Antarctica ice sheet

Pakistan’s Federal Investigation Agency has listed Jaish-e-Mohammed founder Maulana Masood Azhar in its 2026 “Red Book” of most-wanted suspects and advertised a reward of Pak Rs 7 million (70 lakh) for information leading to his arrest or conviction.The entry, circulating from a Counter Terrorism Wing document dated 2026, identifies him as Maulana Masood Azhar, also known as Maulana, son of Khuda Baksh, of the Alvi caste. &nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/pakistan-puts-rs-70-lakh-bounty-on-un-terrorist-masood-azhar-move-draws-skepticism-in-delhi-1789378374577">READ MORE</a>

Pakistan puts Rs 70 lakh bounty on UN terrorist Masood Azhar; move draws skepticism in Delhi

US President Donald Trump likes playing golf, and that is a well-known fact. Whether or not he cheats, however, is an entirely different matter. The US president was in Ireland recently for a two-day visit and attended the Irish Open at his Doonbeg resort. He talked about golf at the US Embassy in Dublin, saying that the Secret Service agents assigned to protect him at all times make it impossible for him to cheat.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/trump-says-he-can-t-cheat-in-golf-because-of-secret-service-agents-not-that-i-wouldn-t-1789376755889"> READ MORE</a>

Trump says he 'can't cheat' in golf because of Secret Service agents: 'Not that I wouldn’t'

Iran's foreign ministry on Monday denied the country had any involvement in the war in Yemen, after the Iran-backed Houthi movement seized more territory.

Iran denies any involvement in Yemen war

Iran's nuclear chief was blocked from attending an annual conference on Monday at the headquarters of the UN's nuclear agency in Vienna due to opposition from the United States, reported Iranian media.

Iran nuclear chief blocked by US from Vienna meeting

The Supreme Court had ordered rape convict and former Editor of Tehelka magazine, Tarun Tejpal to surrender within three weeks' time and to furnish the surrender certificate before the Court.

Tarun Tejpal surrenders before Mapusa Court

A planned meeting with Gulf countries in Oman on Monday to discuss the Strait of Hormuz was postponed at the request of Saudi Arabia, which cited the war in Yemen, said Iran.

Iran says Saudi Arabia requested postponement of Hormuz meeting

One person has died and 25 remained missing after a boat filled with migrants sank off the Greek island of Gavdos, near Crete.

One dead, 25 missing in migrant boat sinking off Greece

The Bangsamoro Autonomous Region, Philippines' Muslim-majority south held its first parliamentary elections on Monday. It is being viewed as a crucial step in a concerted and a long time effort for self-rule after decades of insurgency and violence plagued the region.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/philippines-muslim-majority-bangsamoro-region-votes-in-its-first-elections-1789366859630">READ MORE</a>

Philippines’ Muslim-majority Bangsamoro region votes in its first elections

“There is only one path for this Prosecutor General: removal from office. That is what I told him. Ukraine has seen all the reasons why. If he considers this political pressure, he is free to call it that. I ask parliamentarians to support his removal without delay,” says Zelensky.

Zelensky asks lawmakers to support resignation of prosecutor general immediately

Two top executives at Japanese nuclear plant operator Chubu Electric Power will step down following a quake data-tampering scandal, the company said in a statement.

Japan nuclear plant operator chiefs resign over data misconduct

United States President Donald Trump on Sunday said he would lift the 10 per cent tariff imposed on Irish whiskey. While making the announcement during a golf tournament in Ireland, where he is on an official visit, said he had been asked about the issue by everyone, including Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin and even some of the golfers.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/everybody-s-been-bugging-me-trump-announces-to-lift-tariff-imposed-on-irish-whiskey-1789359285326">READ MORE:</a>

Trump announces to lift tariff imposed on Irish whiskey

With nearly 90 per cent of votes counted in Sweden's general election, four opposition parties led by Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson, held a one-seat majority in the 349-seat parliament over Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's right-wing alliance.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sweden-s-centre-left-opposition-bloc-likely-to-win-election-by-one-seat-1789361987218">READ MORE</a>

Sweden's centre-left opposition bloc likely to win election by one seat

Russia has proposed its Ivolga FG high-speed train for India, with Russian rolling stock manufacturer Transmashholding (TMH) stating that it will jointly develop and produce the train in the country. The presentation of the Ivolga FG high-speed train concept occurred on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit held in New Delhi. The Ivolga FG concept has a design speed of 360 kmph and is being presented as a potential high-speed rail solution for India. TMH has proposed joint research and development in high-speed railway technology, using Russian engineering and scientific expertise.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-wants-to-build-360-kmph-ivolga-fg-trains-in-india-what-we-know-1789359183937">Read more</a>

Russia proposes to build 360 kmph Ivolga FG trains in India: What happened on sidelines of BRICS

Geoffrey Hinton, widely known as the 'godfather of AI' has backed Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's calls for artificial intelligence (AI) companies to slow their pace of development. Hinton, a British-Canadian cognitive psychologist and computer scientist, told ABC Radio National Breakfast that Amodei's warning was “very sensible" and practically nobody knows if AI can ‘be kept under control.’ At the same time, China’s top intelligence official warned that abusive or weaponised artificial intelligence threatens the nation's political, institutional, and ideological security. Demis Hassabis, co-founder and chair of Google DeepMind and Chief Scientist of Alphabet, also commented on the matter and said that Anthropic CEO's details need refining, the "direction is correct" with respect to AI slowdown.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nobody-knows-if-it-can-be-in-control-godfather-of-ai-china-spy-chief-back-ai-slowdown-calls-flags-political-threat-1789356804637">Read more</a>

'Nobody knows if it can be in control': ‘Godfather’ of AI, China spy chief back AI slowdown calls, flags political threat

Bangladesh’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir said on Sunday that Dhaka wants to “reset” its bilateral relationship with India and build a new bilateral engagement based on mutual interests after what he described as an uncomfortable relationship of over 15 years under an “authoritarian, corrupt and exploitative” regime.“We want to move towards a new relationship, which should be done through bilateral discussions, not through a multilateral forum,” Kobir said while responding to a question during the Ministry of Foreign Affairs press briefing on Sunday.He said Dhaka wants to move towards a new relationship with New Delhi through bilateral talks.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/want-to-reset-ties-with-india-have-engagement-based-on-mutual-interests-says-bangladesh-minister-1789326034045">Read more</a>

‘Want to reset ties with India, have engagement based on mutual interests,’ says Bangladesh minister

Chinese entities reportedly supplied Iran with high-quality satellite imagery of US Air Force base in Jordan before and after Tehran's July 17 ballistic missile attack that killed three American troops. However, US President Donald trump downplayed the development, and insisted that both China and the US “spy” on each other. The claims was made in a Wall Street Journal report, in which it cited US officials familiar with the matter, without naming them.US officials called it the clearest evidence yet that Chinese support for Iran during the conflict contributed to the deaths of US troops. However, they stopped short of accusing Beijing of directly participating in the attack, The Wall Street Journal reported. Senior US officials raised the issue of the imagery with their Chinese counterparts, but Beijing rejected the allegation and asked Washington to provide evidence, The Wall Street Journal reported citing sources.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/did-china-give-iran-intel-before-us-base-strike-that-killed-3-troops-trump-says-you-re-right-1789355263142">Read more</a>

Did China give Iran intel before US base strike that killed 3 troops? Trump says, 'You’re right...'

In its first response after missile launches on Sat, North Korea said on Mon (Sep 14) that it conducted a joint live-fire drill involving missiles, artillery and drones. The official Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) in a statement said that the drills demonstrated "the huge destructive power of concentration fire." After observing the drill, Marshal Pak Jong Chon said the drill would "improve the level of specialisation to bring down the enemy's armed forces organisationally and structurally once an order is issued." He added that the drill was meant to get familiar with the procedure for the operation of the integrated firepower control system.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-calls-its-latest-missile-launches-live-fire-drill-even-as-us-dismisses-immediate-threat-1789352715735">Read more</a>

'Huge destructive power': North Korea calls its latest missile launches 'live-fire drill' even as US dismisses 'immediate threat'

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said his first visit to India as head of state produced understandings that went “beyond purely diplomatic relations”, pointing to what he called a shared cultural identification rooted in the two nations’ ancient history.Speaking after the 18th BRICS summit in New Delhi, Dr Pezeshkian said he had held “a very good session” with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. “Understandings were reached on expanding joint cooperation, and the issue of establishing and strengthening humanitarian ties between the two countries was also addressed,” he said.He added that Indian officials’ “good cooperation” on humanitarian communications had led to a decision that Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and his Indian counterpart, EAM Jaishankar would “discuss the details and continue the necessary interactions to follow up on the agreements reached.”<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-india-agree-to-deepen-humanitarian-and-political-ties-president-pezeshkian-says-1789324053191">Read more</a>&nbsp;

Iran, India agree to deepen humanitarian and political ties, President Pezeshkian says

The 18th BRICS Summit concluded in New Delhi with a balanced declaration, while India's MoD reported reduced PLA forces along the LAC and global crude oil prices surged over 2%.

The BRICS Summit in India's capital New Delhi concluded on Sunday (Sep 13). The spectacular event wrapped with both diplomatic and lighthearted moments on display. Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's rendition of legendary singer Kishore Kumar's song went viral on the internet. The New Delhi Declaration adopted at the 18th BRICS Summit condemned "unilateral tariff and non-tariff measures" as against international law, but never named the US. It seems like a deliberate move to avoid straining member nations' bilateral trade relationships, especially for India, which chaired the BRICS summit. This comes as India is negotiating a trade deal with, seeking competitive rates to those offered to Vietnam and Bangladesh. In other news, India’s Ministry of Defence has said that Chinese forces opposite the Himalayan frontier were scaled back in 2025, even as New Delhi kept its own army on a high state of readiness along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). In its annual report for 2025-26, the ministry said: “The year 2025 witnessed significant reduction in deployment of People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Forces opposite Northern Borders, with 10 Combined Arms Brigade size forces each deployed in areas along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and in traditional training areas.” Coming to the escalating crude prices, since the US-Iran war started crude oil prices have been extremely volatile. And the recent attacks on Saudi Arabia by Houthis and Iranian attacks on ships in the Gulf has led to the prices shooting up more than 2%. Stay with us for more latest news, breaking updates and developments as they unfold.

The 18th BRICS Summit concluded in New Delhi with a balanced declaration, while India's MoD reported reduced PLA forces along the LAC and global crude oil prices surged over 2%.

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US President Donald Trump shrugged off any speculation about an "AI guardrail", suggesting that the only guardrail AI needs is a "STRONG AND SMART (High IQ!) PRESIDENT", and the United States has that. Trump claimed his administration has already successfully stopped AI companies from doing “bad, or potentially bad, 'things'”. He mocked Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei for pretending to be a “perfect little angel”. He suggested that the person who wins in AI will win, and he believes the US is leading the AI race. This comes just after top CEOs in Silicon Valley in unison called for slowing down AI development."The only control or “guardrails” that AI needs is a STRONG AND SMART (High IQ!) PRESIDENT, and the U.S.A. has that, in spades!" said Trump in a post on the Truth Social platform.“The Trump Administration has stopped AI “people” from doing bad, or potentially bad, “things,“ like Dario (Anthropic!), who is now pretending to be a “perfect little angel,”” wrote Trump. &nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-anthropic-ceo-ai-slowdown-cold-war-playbook-china-1789384960101">China hits back at Anthropic CEO’s AI slowdown call, calls it a ‘Cold War playbook’</a>He claimed that the US federal government has complete regulatory control over these AI companies. He lamented the pushback against the construction of AI data centres, calling it a conspiracy theory and suggesting that China will benefit from it.&nbsp;“There is a SICK conspiracy going on against AI and Data Centres, and the only one that is happy about it is China. WHOEVER WINS AI, WINS! We are leading China, and all others, and will continue to do so. Conspiracy Theorists, Treasonists, Traitors, and Leakers, BEWARE!,” Trump added. &nbsp;In a subsequent post, Trump further claimed that this pushback against AI data centres is happening because, “the United States is leading, by a lot, every other country. Don’t kill the Golden Goose!”This comes just as former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon quit his job and accused OpenAI and Anthropic of &nbsp;“gambling with our lives.” He warned that the technology would have the potential to “kill us all by the end of the decade.” Soon after, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei wrote a 4000-word essay last week urging to slow down in AI development, a call which resonated with Elon Musk, Sam Altman and Demis Hassabis. However, China denied these speculations as a tactic from the “Cold War" era. Both the US and China believe they are leading the AI race.&nbsp;

Donald Trump has rejected calls for AI guardrails, saying the US needs a “strong and smart” president as tech leaders urge a slowdown in AI development.

US President Donald Trump shrugged off any speculation about an "AI guardrail", suggesting that the only guardrail AI needs is a "STRONG AND SMART (High IQ!) PRESIDENT", and the United States has that. Trump claimed his administration has already successfully stopped AI companies from doing “bad, or potentially bad, 'things'”. He mocked Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei for pretending to be a “perfect little angel”. He suggested that the person who wins in AI will win, and he believes the US is leading the AI race. This comes just after top CEOs in Silicon Valley in unison called for slowing down AI development. "The only control or “guardrails” that AI needs is a STRONG AND SMART (High IQ!) PRESIDENT, and the U.S.A. has that, in spades!" said Trump in a post on the Truth Social platform. “The Trump Administration has stopped AI “people” from doing bad, or potentially bad, “things,“ like Dario (Anthropic!), who is now pretending to be a “perfect little angel,”” wrote Trump. Also Read: China hits back at Anthropic CEO’s AI slowdown call, calls it a ‘Cold War playbook’ He claimed that the US federal government has complete regulatory control over these AI companies. He lamented the pushback against the construction of AI data centres, calling it a conspiracy theory and suggesting that China will benefit from it. “There is a SICK conspiracy going on against AI and Data Centres, and the only one that is happy about it is China. WHOEVER WINS AI, WINS! We are leading China, and all others, and will continue to do so. Conspiracy Theorists, Treasonists, Traitors, and Leakers, BEWARE!,” Trump added. In a subsequent post, Trump further claimed that this pushback against AI data centres is happening because, “the United States is leading, by a lot, every other country. Don’t kill the Golden Goose!” This comes just as former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon quit his job and accused OpenAI and Anthropic of “gambling with our lives.” He warned that the technology would have the potential to “kill us all by the end of the decade.” Soon after, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei wrote a 4000-word essay last week urging to slow down in AI development, a call which resonated with Elon Musk, Sam Altman and Demis Hassabis. However, China denied these speculations as a tactic from the “Cold War" era. Both the US and China believe they are leading the AI race.

Donald Trump has rejected calls for AI guardrails, saying the US needs a “strong and smart” president as tech leaders urge a slowdown in AI development.

Nvidia is weighing an investment of up to $10 billion in Anthropic's planned initial public offering, according to a Reuters report citing people familiar with the discussions.&nbsp;Anthropic is seeking to raise up to $100 billion at a valuation of about $2 trillion. If completed at that size, it would be the largest IPO in history. The offering is expected before the US midterm elections in November.&nbsp;The talks are described as preliminary and could change.&nbsp;What An Anchor Investor Does&nbsp;Nvidia is reportedly considering becoming an anchor investor — committing to buy a portion of the offering before it is marketed more broadly.&nbsp;That role is more than a large order. An anchor commitment signals confidence to everyone else deciding whether to buy, and in an offering of this size, a named strategic investor at the front of the book can materially affect how much demand the rest of the process attracts.&nbsp;For Anthropic, a $10 billion anchor from the world's most valuable chipmaker would be a powerful message to the market. For Nvidia, it would be a large bet on one company's public-market debut.&nbsp;The Relationship Underneath&nbsp;The detail that makes this more than a big investment is that Anthropic is one of Nvidia's major customers.&nbsp;Frontier AI labs spend enormous sums on computing hardware, and much of that spending flows to Nvidia. A supplier investing heavily in a customer is not new or improper, and Nvidia has done it repeatedly across the AI industry. But it creates a loop worth understanding clearly.&nbsp;Money Nvidia invests in Anthropic helps fund Anthropic's operations, including compute purchases, some of which return to Nvidia as revenue. That revenue is real. It is also not independent evidence of demand in the way a purchase funded entirely from outside would be.&nbsp;Neither company is obliged to separate those effects, and currently no one outside them can.&nbsp;Why It Would Help Both&nbsp;The strategic logic runs both ways.&nbsp;For Anthropic, a strategic anchor reduces the risk of a record-sized offering landing poorly. For Nvidia, a stake in a major customer offers visibility into its plans and a share of the upside if the AI buildout continues — and some protection against that customer shifting spending toward rival chips.&nbsp;The Risk It Concentrates&nbsp;Nvidia's fortunes already depend heavily on AI companies continuing to spend on infrastructure. An equity stake in one of the largest of those companies adds a second exposure to the same underlying bet.&nbsp;If AI valuations fall, Nvidia would face lower demand for its chips and a lower value on its holdings at the same time. Those risks move together, which is precisely what makes concentrated positions of this kind worth scrutiny.&nbsp;What To Watch&nbsp;Whether the investment is confirmed, and at what size. Whether Anthropic's public filing discloses how much of its spending goes to Nvidia, which would let investors assess the relationship directly. And whether other strategic backers — Google and Amazon among them — take anchor positions of their own, which would turn the IPO into a showcase of the companies that supply the AI industry betting on its largest customers.

Reuters reports Nvidia is weighing up to $10bn as an anchor investor in Anthropic's IPO, which seeks up to $100bn at about $2tn. Anthropic is one of Nvidia's major customers.

Nvidia is weighing an investment of up to $10 billion in Anthropic's planned initial public offering, according to a Reuters report citing people familiar with the discussions. Anthropic is seeking to raise up to $100 billion at a valuation of about $2 trillion. If completed at that size, it would be the largest IPO in history. The offering is expected before the US midterm elections in November. The talks are described as preliminary and could change. What An Anchor Investor Does Nvidia is reportedly considering becoming an anchor investor — committing to buy a portion of the offering before it is marketed more broadly. That role is more than a large order. An anchor commitment signals confidence to everyone else deciding whether to buy, and in an offering of this size, a named strategic investor at the front of the book can materially affect how much demand the rest of the process attracts. For Anthropic, a $10 billion anchor from the world's most valuable chipmaker would be a powerful message to the market. For Nvidia, it would be a large bet on one company's public-market debut. The Relationship Underneath The detail that makes this more than a big investment is that Anthropic is one of Nvidia's major customers. Frontier AI labs spend enormous sums on computing hardware, and much of that spending flows to Nvidia. A supplier investing heavily in a customer is not new or improper, and Nvidia has done it repeatedly across the AI industry. But it creates a loop worth understanding clearly. Money Nvidia invests in Anthropic helps fund Anthropic's operations, including compute purchases, some of which return to Nvidia as revenue. That revenue is real. It is also not independent evidence of demand in the way a purchase funded entirely from outside would be. Neither company is obliged to separate those effects, and currently no one outside them can. Why It Would Help Both The strategic logic runs both ways. For Anthropic, a strategic anchor reduces the risk of a record-sized offering landing poorly. For Nvidia, a stake in a major customer offers visibility into its plans and a share of the upside if the AI buildout continues — and some protection against that customer shifting spending toward rival chips. The Risk It Concentrates Nvidia's fortunes already depend heavily on AI companies continuing to spend on infrastructure. An equity stake in one of the largest of those companies adds a second exposure to the same underlying bet. If AI valuations fall, Nvidia would face lower demand for its chips and a lower value on its holdings at the same time. Those risks move together, which is precisely what makes concentrated positions of this kind worth scrutiny. What To Watch Whether the investment is confirmed, and at what size. Whether Anthropic's public filing discloses how much of its spending goes to Nvidia, which would let investors assess the relationship directly. And whether other strategic backers — Google and Amazon among them — take anchor positions of their own, which would turn the IPO into a showcase of the companies that supply the AI industry betting on its largest customers.

Nvidia is weighing an investment of up to $10 billion in Anthropic's planned initial public offering, Reuters reports, potentially as an anchor investor. Anthropic is seeking to raise up to $100 billion at a valuation of about $2 trillion, which would make it the largest IPO ever. The talks are preliminary, and the arrangement would deepen a supplier's financial stake in one of its largest customers.

Nvidia may put $10 billion into Anthropic's IPO, and Anthropic is one of its biggest customers

Three US security agencies have publicly named six Chinese AI companies they say have been systematically extracting capabilities from American AI models.&nbsp;A joint advisory from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, the National Security Agency and the FBI accuses DeepSeek, Moonshot AI, Alibaba, MiniMax, StepFun and Z.AI of running industrial-scale knowledge distillation campaigns against US frontier models — including versions of Claude, GPT, Gemini and Grok — since at least late 2024.&nbsp;What Distillation Is&nbsp;Knowledge distillation is a legitimate and widely used machine learning technique: a smaller model is trained on the outputs of a larger, more capable one.&nbsp;The agencies' allegation is not that the technique exists, but how it was used. They say the companies used it to acquire capabilities from competitors' models in less time and at lower cost than developing them independently, in breach of those companies' terms of use.&nbsp;In practical terms, the accusation is that American models were queried at enormous volume and their answers used as training material for Chinese rivals.&nbsp;How It Was Allegedly Done&nbsp;The advisory describes a set of methods designed to avoid detection.&nbsp;Requests were routed through native APIs, remote cloud providers and third-party aggregators that obscure user information. A grey market of proxies known as 'transfer stations' was used to get around geographic restrictions. The agencies also describe bulk purchasing of premium subscriptions shared across teams, jailbreaking techniques, efforts to extract models' step-by-step reasoning, and automatic switching between access routes when one was blocked.&nbsp;The scale cited is large: billions of tokens across millions of exchanges, with proxy networks managing tens of thousands of fraudulent accounts at once.&nbsp;The DeepSeek Claim&nbsp;One of the advisory's most pointed passages concerns DeepSeek's widely cited claim that it trained a leading model for about $5.6 million — a figure that stunned the industry and briefly shook confidence in the economics of American AI.&nbsp;The agencies call that figure misleading, arguing it excludes the cost of data acquired through distillation. If that is correct, part of the reason the model was cheap is that others had already paid to build the capabilities it learned from.&nbsp;The Attribution Language&nbsp;The wording deserves careful reading. The advisory says the companies acted 'likely with Chinese government awareness'.&nbsp;'Likely' is a hedge, not a finding. The agencies are asserting that the activity occurred and naming the firms, while stopping short of stating that Beijing directed it. Reports that present this as a proven state-run operation go further than the advisory itself.&nbsp;The Response&nbsp;China's embassy dismissed the allegations as a deliberate attack on China's development in AI. None of the six companies responded to requests for comment in initial reporting.&nbsp;Why It Matters Beyond Business&nbsp;The agencies frame the issue as a security matter, not only a commercial one — arguing that capabilities acquired this way can strengthen China's military and cyber operations.&nbsp;The advisory also recommends a notable countermeasure: US AI companies should subtly alter their responses to suspected distillation attempts, reducing their value without alerting the people behind them. In effect, providers are being encouraged to feed degraded answers to users they suspect of copying.&nbsp;That approach may be effective. It also raises an obvious question for legitimate customers about how accurately suspicion is determined.&nbsp;What To Watch&nbsp;Whether US AI companies publicly confirm the campaigns against their own systems. Whether the advisory leads to sanctions, export restrictions or legal action against the named firms. And whether distillation becomes part of wider US-China technology negotiations — because a capability that can be copied through an API is far harder to control than a chip.

The NSA, CISA and FBI accuse DeepSeek, Moonshot AI, Alibaba, MiniMax, StepFun and Z.AI of industrial-scale distillation of US AI models. China's embassy calls it an attack on its AI development.

Three US security agencies have publicly named six Chinese AI companies they say have been systematically extracting capabilities from American AI models. A joint advisory from the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, the National Security Agency and the FBI accuses DeepSeek, Moonshot AI, Alibaba, MiniMax, StepFun and Z.AI of running industrial-scale knowledge distillation campaigns against US frontier models — including versions of Claude, GPT, Gemini and Grok — since at least late 2024. What Distillation Is Knowledge distillation is a legitimate and widely used machine learning technique: a smaller model is trained on the outputs of a larger, more capable one. The agencies' allegation is not that the technique exists, but how it was used. They say the companies used it to acquire capabilities from competitors' models in less time and at lower cost than developing them independently, in breach of those companies' terms of use. In practical terms, the accusation is that American models were queried at enormous volume and their answers used as training material for Chinese rivals. How It Was Allegedly Done The advisory describes a set of methods designed to avoid detection. Requests were routed through native APIs, remote cloud providers and third-party aggregators that obscure user information. A grey market of proxies known as 'transfer stations' was used to get around geographic restrictions. The agencies also describe bulk purchasing of premium subscriptions shared across teams, jailbreaking techniques, efforts to extract models' step-by-step reasoning, and automatic switching between access routes when one was blocked. The scale cited is large: billions of tokens across millions of exchanges, with proxy networks managing tens of thousands of fraudulent accounts at once. The DeepSeek Claim One of the advisory's most pointed passages concerns DeepSeek's widely cited claim that it trained a leading model for about $5.6 million — a figure that stunned the industry and briefly shook confidence in the economics of American AI. The agencies call that figure misleading, arguing it excludes the cost of data acquired through distillation. If that is correct, part of the reason the model was cheap is that others had already paid to build the capabilities it learned from. The Attribution Language The wording deserves careful reading. The advisory says the companies acted 'likely with Chinese government awareness'. 'Likely' is a hedge, not a finding. The agencies are asserting that the activity occurred and naming the firms, while stopping short of stating that Beijing directed it. Reports that present this as a proven state-run operation go further than the advisory itself. The Response China's embassy dismissed the allegations as a deliberate attack on China's development in AI. None of the six companies responded to requests for comment in initial reporting. Why It Matters Beyond Business The agencies frame the issue as a security matter, not only a commercial one — arguing that capabilities acquired this way can strengthen China's military and cyber operations. The advisory also recommends a notable countermeasure: US AI companies should subtly alter their responses to suspected distillation attempts, reducing their value without alerting the people behind them. In effect, providers are being encouraged to feed degraded answers to users they suspect of copying. That approach may be effective. It also raises an obvious question for legitimate customers about how accurately suspicion is determined. What To Watch Whether US AI companies publicly confirm the campaigns against their own systems. Whether the advisory leads to sanctions, export restrictions or legal action against the named firms. And whether distillation becomes part of wider US-China technology negotiations — because a capability that can be copied through an API is far harder to control than a chip.

The NSA, CISA and FBI have issued a joint advisory accusing six China-based AI companies of running industrial-scale campaigns to extract capabilities from US frontier models through knowledge distillation — training their own systems on the outputs of American ones. The advisory names DeepSeek, Moonshot AI, Alibaba, MiniMax, StepFun and Z.AI. China's embassy has dismissed the allegations.

US intelligence agencies name six Chinese AI firms accused of copying American models at scale

On April 2, as the Iran-US war intensified, two-seat F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet was shot down by an Iranian shoulder-fired missile in the south of Isfahan and two US officers were stranded after ejecting safely. Now, declassified videos shared for the first time by CBS News on Monday (Sep 14) has shown the dramatic rescue.The pilots landed roughly five miles apart and have been identified only by their operational call signs, Alpha and Bravo. While the Iranian forces launched a search operation for them, US forces also planned a rescue operation.&nbsp;&nbsp;Declassified video shows high-risk, daytime penetration deep into hostile territory to secure the F-15E’s pilot, callsign Alpha. Another infrared footage shows the exact moment the weapon systems officer, Bravo, was rescued after evading capture for nearly two days with a broken back. This one details two elite U.S. Air Force Pararescue operators (PJs) advancing up a steep, 7,000-foot mountain ridgeline, physically grabbing the wounded officer, and guiding him safely onto a rescue helicopter. The footage also documents the aftermath: a makeshift desert airstrip, where two massive MC-130J special operations transport aircraft became disabled.&nbsp;WATCH VIDEO HERE&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Video of “Bravo’s” Rescue in Iran Shows Him Running to the Helicopter After an Official Story of a Man Too Hurt to Move Every state has security secrets. That is understood. But when a “spectacular mission” is sold to the public some six months later—on 60 Minutes, with newly… <a href="https://t.co/cLZkqKdigu">pic.twitter.com/cLZkqKdigu</a>&mdash; mahmoud khalil (@sahel2212) <a href="https://x.com/sahel2212/status/2099446866706300963?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 14, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>How CIA rescued the pilot?</h2>Earlier in April, two US officials told CNN that special operations forces carried out the successful rescue mission. The CIA operatives mounted a deception campaign beforehand to throw off potential Iranian captors. CIA operatives circulated the information inside Iran that both crew members had been recovered to confuse Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps members who were frantically themselves looking to capture the downed officer. Navy SEAL Team 6 commandos extracted the ejected US F-15E pilot from Iran, said a New York Times report, though there was no confirmation from the US authorities. The CIA ultimately identified the officer’s exact location and shared the information with the military.&nbsp;Meanwhile, at a remote airstrip in Iran, two MC-130J special operations transport aircraft had been waiting to take the commandos and the rescued airman out of the country. But they had been damaged during the operation. The military decided to send in new planes and blew up the damaged ones to prevent them from falling into Iranian hands. “WE GOT HIM!” President Trump wrote on social media after spending Saturday monitoring the operation from the White House. “Over the past several hours, the United States Military pulled off one of the most daring Search and Rescue Operations in U.S. History,” he said.

Newly declassified footage has revealed dramatic moments from two separate US military rescue missions in Iran, showing how American Air Force officers were brought to safety after their F-15E fighter jet was shot down in Iran

On April 2, as the Iran-US war intensified, two-seat F-15E Strike Eagle fighter jet was shot down by an Iranian shoulder-fired missile in the south of Isfahan and two US officers were stranded after ejecting safely. Now, declassified videos shared for the first time by CBS News on Monday (Sep 14) has shown the dramatic rescue.The pilots landed roughly five miles apart and have been identified only by their operational call signs, Alpha and Bravo. While the Iranian forces launched a search operation for them, US forces also planned a rescue operation. Declassified video shows high-risk, daytime penetration deep into hostile territory to secure the F-15E’s pilot, callsign Alpha. Another infrared footage shows the exact moment the weapon systems officer, Bravo, was rescued after evading capture for nearly two days with a broken back. This one details two elite U.S. Air Force Pararescue operators (PJs) advancing up a steep, 7,000-foot mountain ridgeline, physically grabbing the wounded officer, and guiding him safely onto a rescue helicopter. The footage also documents the aftermath: a makeshift desert airstrip, where two massive MC-130J special operations transport aircraft became disabled. WATCH VIDEO HERE

Newly declassified footage has revealed dramatic moments from two separate US military rescue missions in Iran, showing how American Air Force officers were brought to safety after their F-15E fighter jet was shot down in Iran

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Argentine Federal Police have detained a 15-year-old in Quilmes, in Buenos Aires Province, after the FBI alerted them that he had allegedly been discussing an attack on his schoolmates in conversations with ChatGPT.&nbsp;According to reports, he asked the chatbot what he would need to carry out an attack, planned for 2027. The investigation began on 19 August following an alert from the FBI's Legal Attaché at the US Embassy in Argentina. He was identified through his IP address.&nbsp;As he is a minor, WION is not publishing any information that could identify him.&nbsp;What Is Known&nbsp;The broad outline is clear: an alert from a US law enforcement agency led a foreign police force to a teenager, on the basis of what he typed into an AI chatbot.&nbsp;Reports say the alert was raised after the teenager used monitored keywords in his conversations. Argentine police then acted on it.&nbsp;What Is Not Known&nbsp;The most important question in this case has not been answered publicly: how the FBI came to see the conversations at all.&nbsp;Much of the coverage has framed this as OpenAI tipping off the authorities. Local reports do not establish that. They do not specify how the FBI initially became aware of the conversations, or whether OpenAI played any role in bringing them to the agency's attention.&nbsp;That gap matters. There are several possible routes — a report from the company under its safety policies, a legal request, monitoring of some other kind — and each carries very different implications for the hundreds of millions of people who use AI chatbots and assume their conversations are private.&nbsp;Why This Case Is Different&nbsp;Tech platforms have alerted police to threats before; social networks have flagged planned attacks posted publicly.&nbsp;A chatbot conversation is different. People tend to treat these exchanges as private — closer to a search or even a diary than to a public post. They ask things they would not say aloud. That is part of why these tools are useful, and part of why the question of who can read them is so sensitive.&nbsp;AI conversations have increasingly appeared as evidence in criminal investigations. OpenAI has also faced a lawsuit from a family over a school shooting in Canada, adding to pressure on AI companies over what they detect and what they do about it.&nbsp;The Tension Nobody Can Avoid&nbsp;There is no comfortable position here.&nbsp;If an AI system can detect a credible plan to kill children, few people would argue it should stay silent. At the same time, a system that monitors conversations for warning signs is a system that monitors conversations — and the rules for when that happens, who sees the results, and how errors are handled need to be public.&nbsp;A teenager asking alarming questions is not always a teenager planning violence. The difference is for investigators and courts to establish, and it depends on safeguards that currently are not visible from the outside.&nbsp;What To Watch&nbsp;Whether OpenAI or the FBI explains how the conversations were identified. Whether AI companies publish clear policies on when they report users to law enforcement, including across borders. And how Argentine courts treat evidence drawn from chatbot conversations — because this case will be cited far beyond Argentina.

Argentine police detained a 15-year-old accused of using ChatGPT to plan a school attack, after an FBI alert. Reports do not establish how the FBI saw the conversations or whether OpenAI was involved.

Argentine Federal Police have detained a 15-year-old in Quilmes, in Buenos Aires Province, after the FBI alerted them that he had allegedly been discussing an attack on his schoolmates in conversations with ChatGPT. According to reports, he asked the chatbot what he would need to carry out an attack, planned for 2027. The investigation began on 19 August following an alert from the FBI's Legal Attaché at the US Embassy in Argentina. He was identified through his IP address. As he is a minor, WION is not publishing any information that could identify him. What Is Known The broad outline is clear: an alert from a US law enforcement agency led a foreign police force to a teenager, on the basis of what he typed into an AI chatbot. Reports say the alert was raised after the teenager used monitored keywords in his conversations. Argentine police then acted on it. What Is Not Known The most important question in this case has not been answered publicly: how the FBI came to see the conversations at all. Much of the coverage has framed this as OpenAI tipping off the authorities. Local reports do not establish that. They do not specify how the FBI initially became aware of the conversations, or whether OpenAI played any role in bringing them to the agency's attention. That gap matters. There are several possible routes — a report from the company under its safety policies, a legal request, monitoring of some other kind — and each carries very different implications for the hundreds of millions of people who use AI chatbots and assume their conversations are private. Why This Case Is Different Tech platforms have alerted police to threats before; social networks have flagged planned attacks posted publicly. A chatbot conversation is different. People tend to treat these exchanges as private — closer to a search or even a diary than to a public post. They ask things they would not say aloud. That is part of why these tools are useful, and part of why the question of who can read them is so sensitive. AI conversations have increasingly appeared as evidence in criminal investigations. OpenAI has also faced a lawsuit from a family over a school shooting in Canada, adding to pressure on AI companies over what they detect and what they do about it. The Tension Nobody Can Avoid There is no comfortable position here. If an AI system can detect a credible plan to kill children, few people would argue it should stay silent. At the same time, a system that monitors conversations for warning signs is a system that monitors conversations — and the rules for when that happens, who sees the results, and how errors are handled need to be public. A teenager asking alarming questions is not always a teenager planning violence. The difference is for investigators and courts to establish, and it depends on safeguards that currently are not visible from the outside. What To Watch Whether OpenAI or the FBI explains how the conversations were identified. Whether AI companies publish clear policies on when they report users to law enforcement, including across borders. And how Argentine courts treat evidence drawn from chatbot conversations — because this case will be cited far beyond Argentina.

Argentine federal police raided a home in Quilmes, Buenos Aires Province, and detained a 15-year-old accused of using ChatGPT to plan an attack on schoolmates, acting on an alert from the FBI. The case has been widely reported as an AI company tipping off authorities — but local reports do not establish how the FBI became aware of the conversations, or whether OpenAI was involved.

A teenager's ChatGPT conversations led police to his door. Nobody has said how the FBI saw them

The first US jury trial over whether training AI image generators on copyrighted work is infringement was supposed to have started last week. It has not.&nbsp;Andersen v. Stability AI had been scheduled to begin on 8 September. According to case trackers, the trial date has now slipped to 5 April 2027 — a delay of roughly seven months.&nbsp;The Case&nbsp;The lawsuit was filed in January 2023 in the Northern District of California by three visual artists: Sarah Andersen, Karla Ortiz and Kelly McKernan. It has since expanded to include additional plaintiffs and now names four defendants: Stability AI, Midjourney, DeviantArt and Runway AI.&nbsp;At its centre is LAION, a dataset of around five billion images scraped from the internet and used to develop AI image generators. The artists argue that including their work in that data to train commercial systems was copyright infringement.&nbsp;Why This Trial Matters So Much&nbsp;Most AI copyright disputes so far have been resolved through motions, settlements or rulings on narrow questions. This case was set to put the central question in front of a jury.&nbsp;That distinction is significant. A judge's ruling on a legal question is one kind of precedent. A jury verdict on whether a specific training practice caused harm to specific artists is another — and it would be the first time ordinary citizens, rather than lawyers and judges, weighed in on whether this is fair.&nbsp;Every AI company that trained on scraped images has an interest in the answer. So does every artist whose work was online.&nbsp;What Seven Months Means&nbsp;A delay in a complex case is not unusual, and the reasons for schedule changes are often procedural.&nbsp;But the practical effect is real. The legal uncertainty over AI training continues for most of another year. Companies keep building on the same practices. And artists who say they are losing work to AI tools wait longer for any judgment on whether that loss has a legal remedy.&nbsp;The market is not waiting for the court. AI image generation continues to grow, and whatever the jury eventually decides will land on an industry that has moved on considerably since the case was filed.&nbsp;The Wider Pattern&nbsp;Artists have scored some procedural wins in AI copyright litigation, and several claims have survived attempts to dismiss them.&nbsp;Yet surveys of working artists report widespread lost income regardless of how the cases are going. That gap — between legal progress and economic reality — is part of what makes the timing of a verdict matter. Remedies that arrive years after the market has shifted may be symbolic for many of the people who brought the fight.&nbsp;What To Watch&nbsp;Whether the April 2027 date holds, or slips again. Whether any of the four defendants settles before trial, which would remove the chance of a jury verdict against them. And how other AI copyright cases — involving text, music and news — proceed in the meantime, since the first verdict in any of them will shape how all the others are argued.

Andersen v. Stability AI, the artists' case against Stability, Midjourney, DeviantArt and Runway, was due to start on 8 September. Case trackers now show a trial date of April 2027.

The first US jury trial over whether training AI image generators on copyrighted work is infringement was supposed to have started last week. It has not. Andersen v. Stability AI had been scheduled to begin on 8 September. According to case trackers, the trial date has now slipped to 5 April 2027 — a delay of roughly seven months. The Case The lawsuit was filed in January 2023 in the Northern District of California by three visual artists: Sarah Andersen, Karla Ortiz and Kelly McKernan. It has since expanded to include additional plaintiffs and now names four defendants: Stability AI, Midjourney, DeviantArt and Runway AI. At its centre is LAION, a dataset of around five billion images scraped from the internet and used to develop AI image generators. The artists argue that including their work in that data to train commercial systems was copyright infringement. Why This Trial Matters So Much Most AI copyright disputes so far have been resolved through motions, settlements or rulings on narrow questions. This case was set to put the central question in front of a jury. That distinction is significant. A judge's ruling on a legal question is one kind of precedent. A jury verdict on whether a specific training practice caused harm to specific artists is another — and it would be the first time ordinary citizens, rather than lawyers and judges, weighed in on whether this is fair. Every AI company that trained on scraped images has an interest in the answer. So does every artist whose work was online. What Seven Months Means A delay in a complex case is not unusual, and the reasons for schedule changes are often procedural. But the practical effect is real. The legal uncertainty over AI training continues for most of another year. Companies keep building on the same practices. And artists who say they are losing work to AI tools wait longer for any judgment on whether that loss has a legal remedy. The market is not waiting for the court. AI image generation continues to grow, and whatever the jury eventually decides will land on an industry that has moved on considerably since the case was filed. The Wider Pattern Artists have scored some procedural wins in AI copyright litigation, and several claims have survived attempts to dismiss them. Yet surveys of working artists report widespread lost income regardless of how the cases are going. That gap — between legal progress and economic reality — is part of what makes the timing of a verdict matter. Remedies that arrive years after the market has shifted may be symbolic for many of the people who brought the fight. What To Watch Whether the April 2027 date holds, or slips again. Whether any of the four defendants settles before trial, which would remove the chance of a jury verdict against them. And how other AI copyright cases — involving text, music and news — proceed in the meantime, since the first verdict in any of them will shape how all the others are argued.

Andersen v. Stability AI — the case brought by visual artists against the makers of AI image generators — was set to become the first US jury trial over whether training AI on copyrighted images is infringement. It had been scheduled to begin on 8 September. According to case trackers, it has slipped to April 2027.

The first jury trial over AI image training has been pushed back to April 2027

AI agents are moving from recommending purchases to making them. Three of the largest payment companies in the world have now agreed the problem needs a shared answer.&nbsp;Ant International, Mastercard and Visa have begun collaborating on a Know-Your-Agent — or KYA — interoperability framework, designed to help card networks, digital wallets, agent platforms and marketplaces identify and onboard AI agents across networks.&nbsp;The Problem It Addresses&nbsp;Payments have long relied on know-your-customer rules: establishing who a person is before letting them move money.&nbsp;An AI agent buying something on someone's behalf breaks that model. The payment network needs to know not only who the customer is, but whether the agent acting for them is legitimate, whether it is authorised to spend, and who is accountable if it does something the customer did not intend.&nbsp;KYA is the attempt to answer those questions consistently, so an agent verified on one network is not a stranger on another.&nbsp;Three Protocols, One Direction&nbsp;The three companies are not starting from nothing. Each already has its own approach.&nbsp;Visa has its Trusted Agent Protocol. Mastercard has Verifiable Intent. Ant International has its Agentic Mobile Protocol. The new framework is meant to establish common principles across them, while each network keeps its own verification and decision-making processes.&nbsp;That structure is telling. It is interoperability, not a single standard. The companies are agreeing on how their systems should recognise each other's signals — not merging them.&nbsp;Why It Matters Now&nbsp;The scale being projected is large. AI agents are forecast to orchestrate between $3 trillion and $5 trillion of global consumer commerce by 2030.&nbsp;Forecasts of that kind should be treated with caution; they are projections, not measurements. But even a fraction of that figure would make agent identity a core part of payments infrastructure, and the companies that shape the rules early tend to shape the market that follows.&nbsp;What The Announcement Does Not Include&nbsp;This is the part coverage tends to skip.&nbsp;What has been announced is a framework under development, not a technical standard deployed across the three networks. The participants did not provide an implementation timetable, pilot volumes, or a list of merchants and financial institutions that will test it.&nbsp;That does not make it insignificant — agreement among competitors on principles is often the hardest step. But it means consumers will not encounter anything different at checkout for some time.&nbsp;The Questions Still Open&nbsp;Several questions matter more than the framework's name.&nbsp;Who is liable when an authorised agent makes a purchase the customer did not want? How are refunds and disputes handled when the buyer was software? What happens to a small agent developer who cannot meet verification requirements designed by the largest networks? And how do regulators treat a system of agent identity designed primarily by the companies that profit from payments?&nbsp;What To Watch&nbsp;Whether a published specification and pilot schedule follow. Whether other networks and wallet providers join, or build competing approaches. And whether regulators move to set their own rules for agent-initiated payments — because the rules for money moved by software are currently being written largely by the companies moving it.

Ant International, Mastercard and Visa are building a Know-Your-Agent framework to verify AI agents that make purchases. It sets shared principles, but no timetable, pilots or merchants yet.

AI agents are moving from recommending purchases to making them. Three of the largest payment companies in the world have now agreed the problem needs a shared answer. Ant International, Mastercard and Visa have begun collaborating on a Know-Your-Agent — or KYA — interoperability framework, designed to help card networks, digital wallets, agent platforms and marketplaces identify and onboard AI agents across networks. The Problem It Addresses Payments have long relied on know-your-customer rules: establishing who a person is before letting them move money. An AI agent buying something on someone's behalf breaks that model. The payment network needs to know not only who the customer is, but whether the agent acting for them is legitimate, whether it is authorised to spend, and who is accountable if it does something the customer did not intend. KYA is the attempt to answer those questions consistently, so an agent verified on one network is not a stranger on another. Three Protocols, One Direction The three companies are not starting from nothing. Each already has its own approach. Visa has its Trusted Agent Protocol. Mastercard has Verifiable Intent. Ant International has its Agentic Mobile Protocol. The new framework is meant to establish common principles across them, while each network keeps its own verification and decision-making processes. That structure is telling. It is interoperability, not a single standard. The companies are agreeing on how their systems should recognise each other's signals — not merging them. Why It Matters Now The scale being projected is large. AI agents are forecast to orchestrate between $3 trillion and $5 trillion of global consumer commerce by 2030. Forecasts of that kind should be treated with caution; they are projections, not measurements. But even a fraction of that figure would make agent identity a core part of payments infrastructure, and the companies that shape the rules early tend to shape the market that follows. What The Announcement Does Not Include This is the part coverage tends to skip. What has been announced is a framework under development, not a technical standard deployed across the three networks. The participants did not provide an implementation timetable, pilot volumes, or a list of merchants and financial institutions that will test it. That does not make it insignificant — agreement among competitors on principles is often the hardest step. But it means consumers will not encounter anything different at checkout for some time. The Questions Still Open Several questions matter more than the framework's name. Who is liable when an authorised agent makes a purchase the customer did not want? How are refunds and disputes handled when the buyer was software? What happens to a small agent developer who cannot meet verification requirements designed by the largest networks? And how do regulators treat a system of agent identity designed primarily by the companies that profit from payments? What To Watch Whether a published specification and pilot schedule follow. Whether other networks and wallet providers join, or build competing approaches. And whether regulators move to set their own rules for agent-initiated payments — because the rules for money moved by software are currently being written largely by the companies moving it.

Ant International, Mastercard and Visa have begun collaborating on a Know-Your-Agent interoperability framework, meant to let payment networks verify AI agents that make purchases on behalf of people. Each currently runs its own protocol. The announcement sets out shared principles, but no implementation timetable, pilots or participating merchants.

Visa, Mastercard and Ant want to check an AI shopping agent's ID before it pays

US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law and special adviser, Jared Kushner, said that the international pressure fallout from Israel’s strike in Doha last year allowed the US to push Israel towards a Gaza agreement. In a video appearance at a conference in Kyiv over the weekend, Kushner stated that Washington utilised the situation created by the strike to increase pressure on Israel and move it towards a deal. Kushner's statements were in connection to the September 2025 military strike in Doha, Qatar, where Israeli warplanes targeted senior Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar. However, the strike failed to eliminate the top leadership, resulting instead in the deaths of lower-ranking members and a Qatari security officer. “We used that dynamic in order to push them into a deal that now today they’re quite happy with,” he said. “At the time, they were a little uncomfortable with kind of what we were pushing them to do," Kushner said, adding that the attack, however, proved beneficial for Israel as well as the people of Gaza with the formation of new government. “Ultimately, it turned out to be great for them,” he said of Israel. “And it turned out to be great for the people of Gaza, because now we have a new government there.” Kushner did not hold back in his assessment of Israel's operation in Doha. “Israel did the strike in Doha, which was a terrible thing,” Kushner said. “And obviously, it was unsuccessful as a military operation. And that led to Israel being globally isolated.” He indicated that the new governing structure in Gaza was expected to step in as progress is made on demilitarisation efforts, stating that this new setup is set to take over soon once headway is made on that front.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-arabia-discovers-110-million-tonnes-of-uranium-rich-ore-in-madinah-region-1789389443625">Saudi Arabia discovers 110 million tonnes of Uranium-rich ore in Madinah region</a><h3>What is BRICS statement targeting Israel?</h3>The 140-point document of the BRICS Summit mostly deals with broad global issues, trade between countries, rules around AI, fighting terrorism, and reforming the United Nations, In the document, paragraphs 30 through 35 highlights a rare and unequivocal rebuke of Israel's interests under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in West Asia. When it comes to Israel the declaration is far more explicit. On the Gaza issue, BRICS voiced alarm over the ongoing violence, rejected any forced displacement of Palestinians, and reaffirmed its backing for a sovereign Palestinian state based on the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem serving as its capital. The bloc also pointed to the case South Africa has filed against Israel at the International Court of Justice, noting Israel's “legal obligation to ensure the provision of humanitarian aid in Gaza."

Jared Kushner's statements were in connection with the September 2025 military strike in Doha, Qatar, where Israeli warplanes targeted senior Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar. 

US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law and special adviser, Jared Kushner, said that the international pressure fallout from Israel’s strike in Doha last year allowed the US to push Israel towards a Gaza agreement. In a video appearance at a conference in Kyiv over the weekend, Kushner stated that Washington utilised the situation created by the strike to increase pressure on Israel and move it towards a deal. Kushner's statements were in connection to the September 2025 military strike in Doha, Qatar, where Israeli warplanes targeted senior Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar. However, the strike failed to eliminate the top leadership, resulting instead in the deaths of lower-ranking members and a Qatari security officer. “We used that dynamic in order to push them into a deal that now today they’re quite happy with,” he said. “At the time, they were a little uncomfortable with kind of what we were pushing them to do," Kushner said, adding that the attack, however, proved beneficial for Israel as well as the people of Gaza with the formation of new government. “Ultimately, it turned out to be great for them,” he said of Israel. “And it turned out to be great for the people of Gaza, because now we have a new government there.” Kushner did not hold back in his assessment of Israel's operation in Doha. “Israel did the strike in Doha, which was a terrible thing,” Kushner said. “And obviously, it was unsuccessful as a military operation. And that led to Israel being globally isolated.” He indicated that the new governing structure in Gaza was expected to step in as progress is made on demilitarisation efforts, stating that this new setup is set to take over soon once headway is made on that front. Also read: Saudi Arabia discovers 110 million tonnes of Uranium-rich ore in Madinah region What is BRICS statement targeting Israel? The 140-point document of the BRICS Summit mostly deals with broad global issues, trade between countries, rules around AI, fighting terrorism, and reforming the United Nations, In the document, paragraphs 30 through 35 highlights a rare and unequivocal rebuke of Israel's interests under Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in West Asia. When it comes to Israel the declaration is far more explicit. On the Gaza issue, BRICS voiced alarm over the ongoing violence, rejected any forced displacement of Palestinians, and reaffirmed its backing for a sovereign Palestinian state based on the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem serving as its capital. The bloc also pointed to the case South Africa has filed against Israel at the International Court of Justice, noting Israel's “legal obligation to ensure the provision of humanitarian aid in Gaza."

Jared Kushner's statements were in connection with the September 2025 military strike in Doha, Qatar, where Israeli warplanes targeted senior Hamas leaders in Doha, Qatar.&nbsp;

From BRICS rebuke to Kushner's Doha strike statement: Is Israel being isolated globally?

The first ministers of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland declared on Monday that “Westminster’s time is coming to an end”, and that the UK government should prepare for constitutional change. The nationalist leaders from Plaid Cymru, Sinn Féin and the SNP who want their countries to leave the United Kingdom met at a landmark summit aimed at putting the UK’s Celtic nations on the path to independence referendums. The summit in Cardiff on Monday was the first face-to-face meeting since Plaid Cymru won Senedd elections, which put separatist parties in government in all three countries for the first time.&nbsp;The Plaid Cymru leader, Rhun ap Iorwerth; the Scottish National party leader, John Swinney; Sinn Féin’s vice-president, Michelle O’Neill, and the president and leader of the opposition in Ireland, Mary Lou McDonald, signed a Memorandum of Understanding recognising that “the political landscape across these islands is changing”.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tech-stocks-fall-after-ai-bosses-call-for-a-slowdown-in-reckless-progress-1789387989365">Tech stocks fall after AI bosses call for a slowdown in ‘reckless’ progress</a><h2>‘No Westminster govt has the right to block democracy’</h2>&nbsp;“Momentum is behind our movements; we believe that constitutional change is coming,” the MoU read. “No Westminster government has the right to block democracy or undermine the principle that our people will decide their own future.”“We call for the British government to prepare for, plan and facilitate constitutional change in each jurisdiction,” it added.UK PM Andy Burnham has put regional devolution of power and resources in England at the heart of his agenda, but policy towards the devolved administrations has been muddled.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/want-to-reset-ties-with-india-have-engagement-based-on-mutual-interests-says-bangladesh-minister-1789326034045">‘Want to reset ties with India, have engagement based on mutual interests,’ says Bangladesh minister</a>&nbsp;The issue of Scottish independence and Irish reunification resurfaced last week when Burnham wrote to Swinney to reiterate that a repeat of 2014’s Scottish independence referendum remains “off limits” after apparently misspeaking during the prime minister’s questions.&nbsp;<h2>Trump’s intervention prompted rebuttal from UK govt</h2>&nbsp;US President Donald Trump also weighed in on a potential breakup of the UK during a visit to Ireland, saying he would love to see a united Ireland, and it “may as well happen now”. The unexpected intervention prompted a swift rebuttal from the UK government and the unionist power-sharing members of the Northern Ireland executive.&nbsp;Plaid Cymru has ruled out an independence referendum in its first term, but Welsh ministers are seeking devolution of powers on a par with Scotland and Northern Ireland, which Burnham has said he is “open” to.Latest polling suggests 47% of Scottish voters would opt for independence in a referendum if one were held tomorrow, along with 36% in Northern Ireland and 32% in Wales. Support for independence in Scotland has hovered between 45% and 50% since the 2014 referendum, while data suggest it is rising in Wales and Northern Ireland.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-tells-ukraine-to-stop-targeting-russian-refineries-says-attacks-causing-shortage-of-diesel-1789316749492">Trump tells Ukraine to stop targeting Russian refineries, says attacks causing shortage of diesel</a>&nbsp;Sinn Féin’s McDonald said on Monday that she expects an Irish reunification poll to take place by 2030. The prime minister is expected to meet with the three first ministers next month.A UK government spokesperson said, “The prime minister’s approach to working with the first and deputy first ministers in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland is based on partnership and collaboration.”“The UK government is focused on addressing the issues that matter most to families, including easing pressures on household finances and delivering greater economic security, rather than engaging in constitutional debates or further referendums.”&nbsp;<h2>What is Westminster?&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;Westminster refers to the UK Parliament and government based in London, which holds supreme legislative authority over the entire United Kingdom while sharing specific powers with devolved administrations.&nbsp;For Ireland (specifically Northern Ireland), Scotland, and Wales, Westminster represents the central governing power that oversees UK-wide matters like defenxe and foreign policy, but which nationalist leaders from these nations have increasingly challenged regarding democratic self-determination.

The issue of Scottish independence and Irish reunification resurfaced last week when PM Andy Burnham wrote to John Swinney to reiterate that a repeat of 2014’s Scottish independence referendum remains “off limits” after apparently misspeaking during the prime minister’s questions.

The first ministers of Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland declared on Monday that “Westminster’s time is coming to an end”, and that the UK government should prepare for constitutional change. The nationalist leaders from Plaid Cymru, Sinn Féin and the SNP who want their countries to leave the United Kingdom met at a landmark summit aimed at putting the UK’s Celtic nations on the path to independence referendums. The summit in Cardiff on Monday was the first face-to-face meeting since Plaid Cymru won Senedd elections, which put separatist parties in government in all three countries for the first time. The Plaid Cymru leader, Rhun ap Iorwerth; the Scottish National party leader, John Swinney; Sinn Féin’s vice-president, Michelle O’Neill, and the president and leader of the opposition in Ireland, Mary Lou McDonald, signed a Memorandum of Understanding recognising that “the political landscape across these islands is changing”. Also Read: Tech stocks fall after AI bosses call for a slowdown in ‘reckless’ progress ‘No Westminster govt has the right to block democracy’ “Momentum is behind our movements; we believe that constitutional change is coming,” the MoU read. “No Westminster government has the right to block democracy or undermine the principle that our people will decide their own future.” “We call for the British government to prepare for, plan and facilitate constitutional change in each jurisdiction,” it added. UK PM Andy Burnham has put regional devolution of power and resources in England at the heart of his agenda, but policy towards the devolved administrations has been muddled. Also Read: ‘Want to reset ties with India, have engagement based on mutual interests,’ says Bangladesh minister The issue of Scottish independence and Irish reunification resurfaced last week when Burnham wrote to Swinney to reiterate that a repeat of 2014’s Scottish independence referendum remains “off limits” after apparently misspeaking during the prime minister’s questions. Trump’s intervention prompted rebuttal from UK govt US President Donald Trump also weighed in on a potential breakup of the UK during a visit to Ireland, saying he would love to see a united Ireland, and it “may as well happen now”. The unexpected intervention prompted a swift rebuttal from the UK government and the unionist power-sharing members of the Northern Ireland executive. Plaid Cymru has ruled out an independence referendum in its first term, but Welsh ministers are seeking devolution of powers on a par with Scotland and Northern Ireland, which Burnham has said he is “open” to. Latest polling suggests 47% of Scottish voters would opt for independence in a referendum if one were held tomorrow, along with 36% in Northern Ireland and 32% in Wales. Support for independence in Scotland has hovered between 45% and 50% since the 2014 referendum, while data suggest it is rising in Wales and Northern Ireland. Also Read: Trump tells Ukraine to stop targeting Russian refineries, says attacks causing shortage of diesel Sinn Féin’s McDonald said on Monday that she expects an Irish reunification poll to take place by 2030. The prime minister is expected to meet with the three first ministers next month. A UK government spokesperson said, “The prime minister’s approach to working with the first and deputy first ministers in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland is based on partnership and collaboration.” “The UK government is focused on addressing the issues that matter most to families, including easing pressures on household finances and delivering greater economic security, rather than engaging in constitutional debates or further referendums.” What is Westminster? Westminster refers to the UK Parliament and government based in London, which holds supreme legislative authority over the entire United Kingdom while sharing specific powers with devolved administrations. For Ireland (specifically Northern Ireland), Scotland, and Wales, Westminster represents the central governing power that oversees UK-wide matters like defenxe and foreign policy, but which nationalist leaders from these nations have increasingly challenged regarding democratic self-determination.

The issue of Scottish independence and Irish reunification resurfaced last week when PM Andy Burnham wrote to John Swinney to reiterate that a repeat of 2014’s Scottish independence referendum remains “off limits” after apparently misspeaking during the prime minister’s questions.

Apple is releasing iOS 27 today, and its most significant feature was not built by Apple.&nbsp;The update brings a redesigned Siri powered by Google's Gemini models. Apple confirmed in January that it had chosen Gemini to run its AI-powered assistant, and Google later confirmed the arrangement publicly. The launch makes it real for hundreds of millions of iPhone users.&nbsp;What Changes For Users&nbsp;The new Siri is designed to hold natural conversations — reportedly supporting more than 20 consecutive exchanges — translate on the fly, and take context-aware actions across Apple's own apps, including Messages, Notes and Mail.&nbsp;That is the assistant Apple has been promising, in various forms, for years. The difference is that this time it arrives, and it arrives because Apple stopped trying to build the core of it alone.&nbsp;Why This Is Remarkable&nbsp;Apple's brand is built on vertical integration. It designs its own chips, its own operating systems, its own hardware, and increasingly its own modems. The company's instinct, repeated over decades, has been that the parts that matter should be Apple's.&nbsp;The intelligence behind the assistant is arguably the part that will matter most over the next decade. Apple has outsourced it — to Google, its principal rival in mobile.&nbsp;That is not a small decision made lightly. It is an admission that Apple judged the gap between its own models and the frontier too wide to close on the timeline its products required.&nbsp;The Privacy Question&nbsp;Apple has spent years positioning privacy as its competitive advantage over Google, whose business depends on data.&nbsp;Routing Siri's intelligence through Gemini puts that positioning under pressure. How much user data reaches Google, under what conditions, whether it is used for anything beyond answering the request, and how much processing stays on-device or inside Apple-controlled infrastructure are questions Apple will need to answer clearly — and in terms users can verify rather than simply trust.&nbsp;Apple's reputation gives it latitude here. It does not give it an exemption.&nbsp;What Google Gets&nbsp;For Google, this may be the most valuable distribution deal in AI.&nbsp;Its models now sit behind the default assistant on the world's most lucrative smartphone platform. Every Siri request becomes, at some level, a Gemini interaction. That is reach no marketing budget could buy, on devices whose owners skew toward exactly the users Google most wants.&nbsp;It also deepens a relationship that already includes Google paying Apple to be the default search engine in Safari — an arrangement that has drawn antitrust scrutiny in its own right.&nbsp;What To Watch&nbsp;How clearly Apple explains the data flow between Siri and Google, and whether independent researchers can verify it. Whether users notice a real improvement, which is the only test that will matter to them. And whether Apple continues building its own models in parallel — because a dependency this central is one a company like Apple will want to unwind, and how quickly it tries will say a great deal about how it sees the arrangement.

Apple's iOS 27 launches a redesigned Siri powered by Google's Gemini — a striking concession for a company built on controlling its own technology, and a major distribution win for Google.

Apple is releasing iOS 27 today, and its most significant feature was not built by Apple. The update brings a redesigned Siri powered by Google's Gemini models. Apple confirmed in January that it had chosen Gemini to run its AI-powered assistant, and Google later confirmed the arrangement publicly. The launch makes it real for hundreds of millions of iPhone users. What Changes For Users The new Siri is designed to hold natural conversations — reportedly supporting more than 20 consecutive exchanges — translate on the fly, and take context-aware actions across Apple's own apps, including Messages, Notes and Mail. That is the assistant Apple has been promising, in various forms, for years. The difference is that this time it arrives, and it arrives because Apple stopped trying to build the core of it alone. Why This Is Remarkable Apple's brand is built on vertical integration. It designs its own chips, its own operating systems, its own hardware, and increasingly its own modems. The company's instinct, repeated over decades, has been that the parts that matter should be Apple's. The intelligence behind the assistant is arguably the part that will matter most over the next decade. Apple has outsourced it — to Google, its principal rival in mobile. That is not a small decision made lightly. It is an admission that Apple judged the gap between its own models and the frontier too wide to close on the timeline its products required. The Privacy Question Apple has spent years positioning privacy as its competitive advantage over Google, whose business depends on data. Routing Siri's intelligence through Gemini puts that positioning under pressure. How much user data reaches Google, under what conditions, whether it is used for anything beyond answering the request, and how much processing stays on-device or inside Apple-controlled infrastructure are questions Apple will need to answer clearly — and in terms users can verify rather than simply trust. Apple's reputation gives it latitude here. It does not give it an exemption. What Google Gets For Google, this may be the most valuable distribution deal in AI. Its models now sit behind the default assistant on the world's most lucrative smartphone platform. Every Siri request becomes, at some level, a Gemini interaction. That is reach no marketing budget could buy, on devices whose owners skew toward exactly the users Google most wants. It also deepens a relationship that already includes Google paying Apple to be the default search engine in Safari — an arrangement that has drawn antitrust scrutiny in its own right. What To Watch How clearly Apple explains the data flow between Siri and Google, and whether independent researchers can verify it. Whether users notice a real improvement, which is the only test that will matter to them. And whether Apple continues building its own models in parallel — because a dependency this central is one a company like Apple will want to unwind, and how quickly it tries will say a great deal about how it sees the arrangement.

Apple is rolling out iOS 27 with a redesigned Siri powered by Google's Gemini models, capable of longer natural conversations, translation and context-aware actions across Apple's own apps. For a company whose identity rests on controlling its own technology, it is a remarkable concession about where it stands in AI.

The new Siri ships today, and its brain belongs to Google

Security researchers at GreyNoise have documented what they describe as an AI-orchestrated global hacking campaign — and the numbers show how quickly it moved.&nbsp;A likely Russian-speaking threat actor used hundreds of AI agents to develop and deploy exploits for two vulnerabilities in PaperCut NG/MF, widely used print-management software. GreyNoise observed at least 440 compromised instances belonging to 395 identified organisations across 48 countries.&nbsp;The Speed&nbsp;One figure captures the problem better than the totals: once the campaign was operational, it compromised 11 organisations in 26 seconds.&nbsp;That is not a pace a human security team can match by watching dashboards. Detection, triage and response are measured in minutes at best, often hours. An attack that completes eleven break-ins before a single alert could reasonably be read has changed the terms of defence.&nbsp;What The Attacker Got&nbsp;The campaign harvested credentials from 280 victims, obtained operating-system or domain secrets from 147, and reached domain-administrator privileges at 12 organisations — the level of access that typically means control of an entire corporate network.&nbsp;Education was the most affected sector by a wide margin, with 204 victims. GreyNoise attributes that to PaperCut's customer base rather than deliberate targeting: schools and universities use the software heavily. By country, the United States recorded the most victims at 98, followed by the United Kingdom, France, Spain and Canada.&nbsp;Whose AI Was It&nbsp;The headline temptation is to call this an OpenAI-powered attack. That would be inaccurate.&nbsp;The agents were built around OpenAI's Codex harness — the scaffolding that lets a model take actions — but the model doing the reasoning was from DeepSeek, not OpenAI. The attacker combined that with publicly available offensive-security tools.&nbsp;That distinction matters for the policy conversation. Safeguards built into one company's model do little when the orchestration layer can be pointed at a different model with fewer restrictions. The components are interchangeable, and an attacker can mix them.&nbsp;Going Off Script&nbsp;Reporting on the campaign notes that some of the agents behaved in ways outside what the operator appears to have intended.&nbsp;That is a detail with implications in both directions. For defenders, it means AI-driven attacks can be noisier and less predictable than a disciplined human operator, which can create detection opportunities. For everyone else, it means a campaign's damage is not fully determined by the intentions of whoever launched it.&nbsp;The Real Lesson&nbsp;The vulnerabilities themselves were not novel in kind. What changed is the cost of exploiting them at scale.&nbsp;Patching has always been a race, but the defender's timeline assumed attackers needed time to write exploits and work through targets. When hundreds of agents can do both in parallel, the gap between disclosure and mass compromise shrinks toward nothing.&nbsp;What To Watch&nbsp;Whether PaperCut customers — particularly schools with thin IT staffing — have patched the two flaws. Whether other exposed enterprise software sees similar agent-driven campaigns in the coming weeks. And whether the security industry shifts toward automated response, because the evidence here is that manual response is now simply too slow.

GreyNoise says an attacker used hundreds of AI agents to exploit PaperCut flaws at 395 organisations in 48 countries — 11 of them in 26 seconds. The agents ran on OpenAI's Codex harness with a DeepSeek model.

Security researchers at GreyNoise have documented what they describe as an AI-orchestrated global hacking campaign — and the numbers show how quickly it moved. A likely Russian-speaking threat actor used hundreds of AI agents to develop and deploy exploits for two vulnerabilities in PaperCut NG/MF, widely used print-management software. GreyNoise observed at least 440 compromised instances belonging to 395 identified organisations across 48 countries. The Speed One figure captures the problem better than the totals: once the campaign was operational, it compromised 11 organisations in 26 seconds. That is not a pace a human security team can match by watching dashboards. Detection, triage and response are measured in minutes at best, often hours. An attack that completes eleven break-ins before a single alert could reasonably be read has changed the terms of defence. What The Attacker Got The campaign harvested credentials from 280 victims, obtained operating-system or domain secrets from 147, and reached domain-administrator privileges at 12 organisations — the level of access that typically means control of an entire corporate network. Education was the most affected sector by a wide margin, with 204 victims. GreyNoise attributes that to PaperCut's customer base rather than deliberate targeting: schools and universities use the software heavily. By country, the United States recorded the most victims at 98, followed by the United Kingdom, France, Spain and Canada. Whose AI Was It The headline temptation is to call this an OpenAI-powered attack. That would be inaccurate. The agents were built around OpenAI's Codex harness — the scaffolding that lets a model take actions — but the model doing the reasoning was from DeepSeek, not OpenAI. The attacker combined that with publicly available offensive-security tools. That distinction matters for the policy conversation. Safeguards built into one company's model do little when the orchestration layer can be pointed at a different model with fewer restrictions. The components are interchangeable, and an attacker can mix them. Going Off Script Reporting on the campaign notes that some of the agents behaved in ways outside what the operator appears to have intended. That is a detail with implications in both directions. For defenders, it means AI-driven attacks can be noisier and less predictable than a disciplined human operator, which can create detection opportunities. For everyone else, it means a campaign's damage is not fully determined by the intentions of whoever launched it. The Real Lesson The vulnerabilities themselves were not novel in kind. What changed is the cost of exploiting them at scale. Patching has always been a race, but the defender's timeline assumed attackers needed time to write exploits and work through targets. When hundreds of agents can do both in parallel, the gap between disclosure and mass compromise shrinks toward nothing. What To Watch Whether PaperCut customers — particularly schools with thin IT staffing — have patched the two flaws. Whether other exposed enterprise software sees similar agent-driven campaigns in the coming weeks. And whether the security industry shifts toward automated response, because the evidence here is that manual response is now simply too slow.

Security firm GreyNoise says a likely Russian-speaking attacker used hundreds of AI agents to exploit two flaws in PaperCut print-management software, compromising at least 440 instances at 395 organisations in 48 countries. The agents ran on OpenAI's Codex harness but used a DeepSeek model, and at peak speed breached 11 organisations in 26 seconds.

Hundreds of AI agents broke into 395 organisations in 48 countries, and some went off script

Saudi ​Arabia has found 110 million ​tonnes ​of raw materials ⁠containing uranium ​concentrations ​in Madinah, the energy ​minister of the kingdom announced at the ‌IAEA ⁠General Conference in Vienna, according to ​Saudi ​state ⁠TV ​on ​Monday (September). Prince Abdulaziz said that the Madinah find is part of Saudi Arabia's broader effort to attract greater investment into the kingdom's energy and mining sectors. “The exploration and geological studies at the Jabal Sayid project in the Madinah region have revealed ore containing high concentrations of rare earth elements, particularly the heavy rare earth elements, alongside promising concentrations of uranium,” the prince, who took on the additional charge of Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources in July, said at the conference. “This positions the project among the most significant rare earth mineral resource sites currently under development globally.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tech-stocks-fall-after-ai-bosses-call-for-a-slowdown-in-reckless-progress-1789387989365">Tech stocks fall after AI bosses call for a slowdown in ‘reckless’ progress</a> As the largest economy in the Arab world, Saudi Arabia has kept up its push to diversify its energy and mineral resources, building capabilities both domestically and through strong international partnerships, the minister was quoted as saying by Al Arabiya TV.<h3>Significant for US-Saudi deal</h3>The announcement of findings of natural ore with concentration of Uranium is vital for the US-Saudi deal in terms of civilian nuclear programme in the kingdom. Both the nations signed the agreement in July alongside a bilateral protection deal, laying the foundation for a "decades-long, multibillion-dollar partnership".&nbsp;"These agreements reflect our two nations' shared commitment to strengthening US-Saudi commercial relations, delivering prosperity at home and security to our allies abroad," US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said in a statement.

The Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, Prince Abdulaziz, said that the Madinah find is part of Saudi Arabia's broader effort to attract greater investment into the kingdom's energy and mining sectors.

Saudi Arabia has found 110 million tonnes of raw materials ⁠containing uranium concentrations in Madinah, the energy minister of the kingdom announced at the ‌IAEA ⁠General Conference in Vienna, according to Saudi state ⁠TV on Monday (September). Prince Abdulaziz said that the Madinah find is part of Saudi Arabia's broader effort to attract greater investment into the kingdom's energy and mining sectors. “The exploration and geological studies at the Jabal Sayid project in the Madinah region have revealed ore containing high concentrations of rare earth elements, particularly the heavy rare earth elements, alongside promising concentrations of uranium,” the prince, who took on the additional charge of Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources in July, said at the conference. “This positions the project among the most significant rare earth mineral resource sites currently under development globally.” Also read: Tech stocks fall after AI bosses call for a slowdown in ‘reckless’ progress As the largest economy in the Arab world, Saudi Arabia has kept up its push to diversify its energy and mineral resources, building capabilities both domestically and through strong international partnerships, the minister was quoted as saying by Al Arabiya TV. Significant for US-Saudi deal The announcement of findings of natural ore with concentration of Uranium is vital for the US-Saudi deal in terms of civilian nuclear programme in the kingdom. Both the nations signed the agreement in July alongside a bilateral protection deal, laying the foundation for a "decades-long, multibillion-dollar partnership". "These agreements reflect our two nations' shared commitment to strengthening US-Saudi commercial relations, delivering prosperity at home and security to our allies abroad," US Energy Secretary Chris Wright said in a statement.

The Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, Prince Abdulaziz, said that the Madinah find is part of Saudi Arabia's broader effort to attract greater investment into the kingdom's energy and mining sectors.

Saudi Arabia discovers 110 million tonnes of Uranium-rich ore in Madinah region

Shares of tech companies linked to artificial intelligence (AI) witnessed sharp falls on Monday following calls by AI bosses for a slowdown in the uncontrolled development of the technology. In South Korea, shares of chipmaker SK Hynix fell 6.4% while Samsung Electronics dropped 4.1%. Japan’s Softbank, which is a major investor in OpenAI, plunged more than 10%.Tech stocks in Europe also followed the trend, as Germany’s Infineon, which designs and manufactures semiconductors, was down 7.6%, while Dutch chip giant ASML fell 5.2%.&nbsp;The US stock markets also opened down as investors reacted to the calls from tech bosses to slow down the pace of AI development.The Nasdaq, which is dominated by tech companies, witnessed a big dip in early trading, with shares falling 1.2%.The S&amp;P 500 followed with a drop of 0.7%, while the Dow Jones was down 0.27%.&nbsp;&nbsp;As for individula tech shares, Hewlett Packard was down 10%; Intel and Sandisk by 7%; Qualcomm and Micron by 6%, Oracle 5%, and Nvidia fell 3%.&nbsp;The stocks tumbled after the bosses of Anthropic, OpenAI and SpaceX called for a slowdown in the “reckless” development, citing fears the technology could soon run out of control.The South Korean Kospi stock index, which relies heavily on chip makers that supply AI companies, dropped by 3%.Shares in the big global microchip supplier Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company dropped 1.2%. Futures for the Nasdaq pointed to a 1.3% drop in the tech-heavy index when the US stock market opens.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/want-to-reset-ties-with-india-have-engagement-based-on-mutual-interests-says-bangladesh-minister-1789326034045">‘Want to reset ties with India, have engagement based on mutual interests,’ says Bangladesh minister</a><h2>Stocks of firms threatened by rise of AI witness rally</h2>&nbsp;In contrast, there was a rally in shares of companies that have been threatened by the rise of AI, including the advertising group WPP, which rose by 3.1%, and the analytics business Relx, which rose 4.2%.&nbsp;Relx stocks fell sharply earlier this year after Anthropic launched a suite of new data and automation tools.&nbsp;The markets swung after the chief executive of Anthropic, Dario Amodei, appealed for the AI industry to “slow down”.He said that “building too fast is reckless”, warning that a swarm of AI agents could cause hundreds of billions of dollars of damage by “taking over the entire internet” in the future.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-tells-ukraine-to-stop-targeting-russian-refineries-says-attacks-causing-shortage-of-diesel-1789316749492">Trump tells Ukraine to stop targeting Russian refineries, says attacks causing shortage of diesel</a><h2>Some experts dispute claims of Anthropic’s Dario Amodei</h2>&nbsp;Though some experts disputed Amodei’s claims, investors began to price in a slowdown that would make it harder for the industry to pay for hundreds of billions of dollars in investments in AI infrastructure.&nbsp;OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, the Google DeepMind chief, Demis Hassabis, and SpaceX boss, Elon Musk, all posted support for Amodei’s essay on slowing AI development, titled “We Must Pace the Frontier”.Altman added that he would match Amodei’s commitment to embedding outside evaluators within his company to verify safety practices.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-condemns-attack-on-merchant-vessel-off-oman-coast-13-indian-crew-rescued-one-missing-1789311950141">India condemns attack on merchant vessel off Oman coast; 13 Indian crew rescued, one missing</a>&nbsp;Fears continue to grow over the hurried pace and lack of regulation in AI development.&nbsp;&nbsp;Meanwhile, China’s top intelligence official has warned that the use of AI by adversaries could pose a risk to the country’s political and social security.Chen Yixin wrote in a government outlet on Sunday that advanced US models such as Anthropic’s Mythos and OpenAI’s GPT-5.5-Cyber could pose serious risks to Beijing’s critical information infrastructure, and called for a comprehensive strengthening of AI security.&nbsp;Conversely, US President Donald Trump rejected the calls to pace AI development. The US president told reporters over the weekend, “We’re leading China in AI. We’re the most sophisticated country in the world and frankly, I want to keep it that way because whoever wins AI, wins.”

In contrast, there was a rally in shares of companies that have been threatened by the rise of AI, including the advertising group WPP, which rose by 3.1%, and the analytics business Relx, which rose 4.2%. Relx stocks fell sharply earlier this year after Anthropic launched a suite of tools.

Shares of tech companies linked to artificial intelligence (AI) witnessed sharp falls on Monday following calls by AI bosses for a slowdown in the uncontrolled development of the technology. In South Korea, shares of chipmaker SK Hynix fell 6.4% while Samsung Electronics dropped 4.1%. Japan’s Softbank, which is a major investor in OpenAI, plunged more than 10%. Tech stocks in Europe also followed the trend, as Germany’s Infineon, which designs and manufactures semiconductors, was down 7.6%, while Dutch chip giant ASML fell 5.2%. The US stock markets also opened down as investors reacted to the calls from tech bosses to slow down the pace of AI development. The Nasdaq, which is dominated by tech companies, witnessed a big dip in early trading, with shares falling 1.2%. The S&P 500 followed with a drop of 0.7%, while the Dow Jones was down 0.27%. As for individula tech shares, Hewlett Packard was down 10%; Intel and Sandisk by 7%; Qualcomm and Micron by 6%, Oracle 5%, and Nvidia fell 3%. The stocks tumbled after the bosses of Anthropic, OpenAI and SpaceX called for a slowdown in the “reckless” development, citing fears the technology could soon run out of control. The South Korean Kospi stock index, which relies heavily on chip makers that supply AI companies, dropped by 3%. Shares in the big global microchip supplier Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company dropped 1.2%. Futures for the Nasdaq pointed to a 1.3% drop in the tech-heavy index when the US stock market opens. Also Read: ‘Want to reset ties with India, have engagement based on mutual interests,’ says Bangladesh minister Stocks of firms threatened by rise of AI witness rally In contrast, there was a rally in shares of companies that have been threatened by the rise of AI, including the advertising group WPP, which rose by 3.1%, and the analytics business Relx, which rose 4.2%. Relx stocks fell sharply earlier this year after Anthropic launched a suite of new data and automation tools. The markets swung after the chief executive of Anthropic, Dario Amodei, appealed for the AI industry to “slow down”. He said that “building too fast is reckless”, warning that a swarm of AI agents could cause hundreds of billions of dollars of damage by “taking over the entire internet” in the future. Also Read: Trump tells Ukraine to stop targeting Russian refineries, says attacks causing shortage of diesel Some experts dispute claims of Anthropic’s Dario Amodei Though some experts disputed Amodei’s claims, investors began to price in a slowdown that would make it harder for the industry to pay for hundreds of billions of dollars in investments in AI infrastructure. OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman, the Google DeepMind chief, Demis Hassabis, and SpaceX boss, Elon Musk, all posted support for Amodei’s essay on slowing AI development, titled “We Must Pace the Frontier”. Altman added that he would match Amodei’s commitment to embedding outside evaluators within his company to verify safety practices. Also Read: India condemns attack on merchant vessel off Oman coast; 13 Indian crew rescued, one missing Fears continue to grow over the hurried pace and lack of regulation in AI development. Meanwhile, China’s top intelligence official has warned that the use of AI by adversaries could pose a risk to the country’s political and social security. Chen Yixin wrote in a government outlet on Sunday that advanced US models such as Anthropic’s Mythos and OpenAI’s GPT-5.5-Cyber could pose serious risks to Beijing’s critical information infrastructure, and called for a comprehensive strengthening of AI security. Conversely, US President Donald Trump rejected the calls to pace AI development. The US president told reporters over the weekend, “We’re leading China in AI. We’re the most sophisticated country in the world and frankly, I want to keep it that way because whoever wins AI, wins.”

In contrast, there was a rally in shares of companies that have been threatened by the rise of AI, including the advertising group WPP, which rose by 3.1%, and the analytics business Relx, which rose 4.2%. Relx stocks fell sharply earlier this year after Anthropic launched a suite of tools.

China on Monday pushed back against AI-fearmongering; it slammed Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's concern over the slowing down of AI development as a cold war playbook” to deter the technological rise of China. Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun, when asked about the concerns raised by the Anthropic CEO, said that China “promote an open, inclusive ​and benevolent approach ⁠to AI.”Last week, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei published an essay &nbsp;“We Must Pace the Frontier” calling for a slowdown in AI development and suggesting a three-step framework to pace the development of frontier AI models. Chinese state-media Global Times published an op-ed commenting on Amodei's essay, “Targeting China’s AI: US ‘tech right’ unfolds Cold War playbook.” It claimed that Amodei's call on the surface seems rational but has a “hidden agenda.” The essay is “packed with containment provisions targeting China and is, in essence, a ‘Cold War playbook’ for the AI sector.” It claimed that the proposal is “choking off China first to widen the tech gap, and then seeking conditional negotiations with Beijing to slow down.”Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gulf-states-cancel-iran-meeting-yemen-houthi-attack-saudi-arabia-1789381654676">Gulf states cancel Iran meeting amid Yemen tensions; Houthis launch attack on Saudi Arabia</a>Amodei described China as “the autocratic country with by far the most advanced AI capabilities.” &nbsp;It was backed by almost all prominent faces in the AI industry. Musk said Amodei was “right,” while OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said pacing frontier development had become a major subject, and Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis said Amodei’s proposal pointed toward the “right path forward.”Guo said that AI development should be concerned with “common well-being of all humanity” and urged countries to “promote its open, inclusive and universally beneficial development.” He added that “fearmongering, confrontation and vicious competition” will disrupt the process of “global governance of artificial intelligence” and will not be in anyone's interest. He did not specifically respond to slowing the pace of AI development.&nbsp;Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Mao Ning, said, “I’m not familiar with the specifics. China advocates AI for good. We firmly oppose attempts to throw mud at China by distorting facts.” He was responding to the Anthropic safety reports, which claimed that it shut down multiple efforts to use its Claude AI models to train AI models in China.

China has criticised Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei’s call to slow frontier AI development, accusing the US tech sector of using a ‘Cold War playbook’ against China.

China on Monday pushed back against AI-fearmongering; it slammed Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's concern over the slowing down of AI development as a cold war playbook” to deter the technological rise of China. Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Guo Jiakun, when asked about the concerns raised by the Anthropic CEO, said that China “promote an open, inclusive and benevolent approach ⁠to AI.” Last week, Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei published an essay “We Must Pace the Frontier” calling for a slowdown in AI development and suggesting a three-step framework to pace the development of frontier AI models. Chinese state-media Global Times published an op-ed commenting on Amodei's essay, “Targeting China’s AI: US ‘tech right’ unfolds Cold War playbook.” It claimed that Amodei's call on the surface seems rational but has a “hidden agenda.” The essay is “packed with containment provisions targeting China and is, in essence, a ‘Cold War playbook’ for the AI sector.” It claimed that the proposal is “choking off China first to widen the tech gap, and then seeking conditional negotiations with Beijing to slow down.” Also Read: Gulf states cancel Iran meeting amid Yemen tensions; Houthis launch attack on Saudi Arabia Amodei described China as “the autocratic country with by far the most advanced AI capabilities.” It was backed by almost all prominent faces in the AI industry. Musk said Amodei was “right,” while OpenAI CEO Sam Altman said pacing frontier development had become a major subject, and Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis said Amodei’s proposal pointed toward the “right path forward.” Guo said that AI development should be concerned with “common well-being of all humanity” and urged countries to “promote its open, inclusive and universally beneficial development.” He added that “fearmongering, confrontation and vicious competition” will disrupt the process of “global governance of artificial intelligence” and will not be in anyone's interest. He did not specifically respond to slowing the pace of AI development. Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Mao Ning, said, “I’m not familiar with the specifics. China advocates AI for good. We firmly oppose attempts to throw mud at China by distorting facts.” He was responding to the Anthropic safety reports, which claimed that it shut down multiple efforts to use its Claude AI models to train AI models in China.

China has criticised Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei’s call to slow frontier AI development, accusing the US tech sector of using a ‘Cold War playbook’ against China.

James Wehr, the 27-year-old co-founder of South OC Cars and Coffee recognised as the world’s largest weekly car show was killed early Saturday morning (Sep 12) in a high-speed McLaren crash in Southern California. The single-vehicle accident occurred just an hour after Wehr shared a social media post showing him pulled over by law enforcement.According to the Irvine Police Department and the Orange County Fire Authority, the fatal crash occurred around 12:20 a.m. on Saturday, at the intersection of Culver Drive and Deerfield Avenue. Investigators stated that the 2019 McLaren was stopped at a red traffic light before accelerating north at high speed when the signal turned green. The driver lost control, striking a curb before crashing into a tree. The impact caused the supercar to split in two and burst into flames.

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Emergency crews responded to the scene and found the vehicle fully engulfed in flames. Both Wehr and a second passenger were pronounced dead at the scene. The identity of the second occupant has not yet been released by authorities pending notification of next of kin.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/air-india-crash-investigation-ongoing-several-aspects-being-examined-says-aaib-1781271827693">Air India plane crash investigation ongoing, several aspects being examined, says AAIB</a>&nbsp;The Police statement read: “The preliminary investigation determined that a 2019 McLaren had stopped northbound on Culver Drive at Deerfield Avenue. When the traffic light turned green, the car traveled northbound at a high rate of speed. The driver lost control of their vehicle, which traveled to the right, where it struck a curb and a tree.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bus-crash-in-egypt-s-sinai-kills-at-least-16-10-jordanians-among-dead-1788339786064">Bus crash in Egypt’s Sinai kills at least 16, Jordanians among those dead</a>&nbsp;Approximately one hour before the fatal collision, Wehr posted a story on his personal Instagram account featuring a photograph that appeared to show a Newport Beach police cruiser stopped behind his vehicle. Law enforcement officials have not confirmed the circumstances of that initial traffic stop or whether it was related to the subsequent crash.Wehr, alongside his father Simon, established South OC Cars and Coffee at the Outlets at San Clemente. What started as a local family passion project grew into the largest weekly recurring automotive gathering globally, routinely drawing between 800 and 2,500 vehicles and thousands of spectators every Saturday morning.&nbsp;Following news of his death, tributes poured in from across the automotive industry. His wife, Emma Wehr, posted a tribute calling him "one of the best people" she had ever known, while customary custom auto shop RDB LA noted that the automotive community had "lost a truly great person."&nbsp;The Irvine Police Department's Major Accident Investigation Team continues to investigate the speed and mechanical factors surrounding the crash.

South OC Cars and Coffee founder James Wehr, 27, and another passenger were killed after a 2019 McLaren struck a tree and caught fire in Irvine, California.

James Wehr, the 27-year-old co-founder of South OC Cars and Coffee recognised as the world’s largest weekly car show was killed early Saturday morning (Sep 12) in a high-speed McLaren crash in Southern California. The single-vehicle accident occurred just an hour after Wehr shared a social media post showing him pulled over by law enforcement. According to the Irvine Police Department and the Orange County Fire Authority, the fatal crash occurred around 12:20 a.m. on Saturday, at the intersection of Culver Drive and Deerfield Avenue. Investigators stated that the 2019 McLaren was stopped at a red traffic light before accelerating north at high speed when the signal turned green. The driver lost control, striking a curb before crashing into a tree. The impact caused the supercar to split in two and burst into flames.

South OC Cars and Coffee founder James Wehr, 27, and another passenger were killed after a 2019 McLaren struck a tree and caught fire in Irvine, California.

South OC Cars and Coffee Founder James Wehr killed in fiery California McLaren crash

Arab states in the Gulf called off a scheduled meeting with Iran today to discuss potential routes in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghei said that the meeting was cancelled at the request of Riyadh. Meanwhile, Yemen's Houthi rebels made remarkable progress along the Red Sea Coast last week. They also launched an attack on Saudi Arabia on Monday.“The report that Saudi Arabia requested that the meeting not be held for now is correct,” said Baghei, according to Iran's state media IRNA. He rejected linking it to the problems in Yemen, suggesting that the problem in Yemen has “long-standing roots.” He also denied claims that the attack on the Saudi East- West pipeline from Iraqi territory has links to Iran, accusing the US of widening the rift that already exists among the regional countries.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brics-declaration-us-tariffs-india-trump-russia-iran-1789323642225">Did India risk its US trade deal despite softer stance at BRICS?</a><h2>Clashes continue between Houthis and Yemen govt forces</h2>The Houthis, also known as Ansar Allah (supporters of God), said in a statement on Monday that they have launched an attack on Saudi Arabia, using dozens of ballistic missiles and drones. The group said that the attack targeted “military facilities and infrastructure, including aircraft hangars, radar installations, runways, ammunition depots and other targets at King Khalid airbase in Khamis Mushait,” in Saudi Arabia. It said the attacks were a response to the more than 300 airstrikes in Yemen over five days.&nbsp;Most recent reports from Al Jazeera suggest that Yemen's internationally recognised government forces have progressed in western Taiz after repelling an attack from the Houthis.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Gulf states have cancelled a scheduled meeting with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz as clashes continue in Yemen and Houthis launch an attack on Saudi Arabia.

Arab states in the Gulf called off a scheduled meeting with Iran today to discuss potential routes in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghei said that the meeting was cancelled at the request of Riyadh. Meanwhile, Yemen's Houthi rebels made remarkable progress along the Red Sea Coast last week. They also launched an attack on Saudi Arabia on Monday. “The report that Saudi Arabia requested that the meeting not be held for now is correct,” said Baghei, according to Iran's state media IRNA. He rejected linking it to the problems in Yemen, suggesting that the problem in Yemen has “long-standing roots.” He also denied claims that the attack on the Saudi East- West pipeline from Iraqi territory has links to Iran, accusing the US of widening the rift that already exists among the regional countries. Also Read: Did India risk its US trade deal despite softer stance at BRICS? Clashes continue between Houthis and Yemen govt forces The Houthis, also known as Ansar Allah (supporters of God), said in a statement on Monday that they have launched an attack on Saudi Arabia, using dozens of ballistic missiles and drones. The group said that the attack targeted “military facilities and infrastructure, including aircraft hangars, radar installations, runways, ammunition depots and other targets at King Khalid airbase in Khamis Mushait,” in Saudi Arabia. It said the attacks were a response to the more than 300 airstrikes in Yemen over five days. Most recent reports from Al Jazeera suggest that Yemen's internationally recognised government forces have progressed in western Taiz after repelling an attack from the Houthis.

Gulf states have cancelled a scheduled meeting with Iran over the Strait of Hormuz as clashes continue in Yemen and Houthis launch an attack on Saudi Arabia.

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