A vehicle slammed into a crowd on Bourbon Street in New Orleans, resulting in the deaths of at least 10 people. The tragic incident occurred during a busy period, sparking widespread shock and concern over safety in the area.

New Orleans: Driver Opens Fire After Ramming Truck

Breaking: 8 Killed In Western Pakistan Suicide Bombing

The Israeli cabinet has announced that Yahya Sinwar, a top Hamas leader, was likely killed in recent military actions. However, Hamas officials have not yet made any public statements confirming or denying the report, leaving uncertainty over Sinwar's status. The situation is being closely monitored as tensions remain high.

BREAKING: Yahya Sinwar's DNA Samples Analyzed To Confirm Possible Killing

BREAKING: Yahya Sinwar Likely Killed, Says Israeli Cabinet; Hamas Officials Yet To Make A Statement

Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar may have been killed in a strike in Gaza, says IDF. "Initial report - During IDF operations in the Gaza Strip, three terrorists were eliminated. The IDF and ISA are checking the possibility that one of the terrorists was Yahya Sinwar. At this stage, the identity of the terrorists cannot be confirmed," the IDF said.

BREAKING: Hamas Chief Yahya Sinwar Killed Say Reports, IDF 'Checking' DNA Of Body

Rafael Nadal has confirmed his that he will end his career in November. The Davis Cup finals will be Nadal's final tournament. WION's Bhairavi Singh discusses the Spaniard's legacy with Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo.

BREAKING: Rafael Nadal Announces Retirement

The Israeli Air Force has struck approximately 280 Hezbollah sites across Lebanon today, according to the IDF. Targets included rocket launchers used in attacks on Safed, Nahariya, and towns east of Haifa. The strikes also targeted Hezbollah operatives, numerous weapon depots, and primed rocket launchers, the military reported.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's cabinet on Wednesday (Sep 18) approved the proposal for a 'One Nation One Election', in a step towards holding simultaneous polls for Lok Sabha and state assemblies.&nbsp;

'One Nation, One Election'&nbsp;was&nbsp;one of the key promises made by PM Modi's&nbsp;Bharatiya Janata Party&nbsp;(BJP) in its manifesto for the Lok Sabha elections which were held earlier this year.&nbsp;

The approval was granted after a report prepared by a high-level panel headed by former President Ram Nath Kovind was presented in front of the cabinet.

The panel&nbsp;in March this year recommended simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies as the first step, followed by synchronised local body polls within 100 days.&nbsp;

The Ram Nath Kovind-led committee has not specified any period for rolling out simultaneous polls.

It has proposed the creation of an 'Implementation Group' to look into the execution of the panel's recommendations.

<h2>Previous instance&nbsp;</h2>

Elections (to the House of the People and Legislative Assemblies of States) were mostly held simultaneously from 1951-52 to 1967, after which this cycle was broken.

Currently,&nbsp;elections are held almost every year and within a year too at different times which keeps the politicians more focused on winning elections, instead of working for the welfare of the public.&nbsp;

The panel is of the view that holding simultaneous polls will help save resources, spur development and social cohesion. It will also deepen the "foundations of the democratic rubric" and help realise the aspirations of "India that is Bharat".&nbsp;

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<h2>BJP batting for ONOE</h2>

The approval comes a day after Union Home Minister, Amit Shah, addressing a press conference to mark the 100 days of the third term of PM Modi said ONOE will be implemented within the current tenure.&nbsp;

"We plan to implement 'One Nation, One Election' in the present tenure of this government."

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In his Independence Day address last month, PM Modi also made a strong pitch for 'One Nation, One Election', contending that frequent polls were creating hurdles in the country's progress.

"The nation has to come forward for 'One Nation, One Election'," Modi had said in his address from the ramparts of the Red Fort.

According to reports, after the approval, the bill for ONOE is expected to be presented in the parliament during the winter session.&nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's cabinet on Wednesday (Sep 18) approved the proposal for a 'One Nation One Election', in a step towards holding simultaneous polls for Lok Sabha and state assemblies.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's cabinet on Wednesday (Sep 18) approved the proposal for a 'One Nation One Election', in a step towards holding simultaneous polls for Lok Sabha and state assemblies. 'One Nation, One Election' was one of the key promises made by PM Modi's Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in its manifesto for the Lok Sabha elections which were held earlier this year. The approval was granted after a report prepared by a high-level panel headed by former President Ram Nath Kovind was presented in front of the cabinet. The panel in March this year recommended simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and state assemblies as the first step, followed by synchronised local body polls within 100 days. The Ram Nath Kovind-led committee has not specified any period for rolling out simultaneous polls. It has proposed the creation of an 'Implementation Group' to look into the execution of the panel's recommendations. Previous instance Elections (to the House of the People and Legislative Assemblies of States) were mostly held simultaneously from 1951-52 to 1967, after which this cycle was broken. Currently, elections are held almost every year and within a year too at different times which keeps the politicians more focused on winning elections, instead of working for the welfare of the public. The panel is of the view that holding simultaneous polls will help save resources, spur development and social cohesion. It will also deepen the "foundations of the democratic rubric" and help realise the aspirations of "India that is Bharat". Watch | 'One Nation, One Election' Explained; What is it and How it will work × BJP batting for ONOE The approval comes a day after Union Home Minister, Amit Shah, addressing a press conference to mark the 100 days of the third term of PM Modi said ONOE will be implemented within the current tenure. "We plan to implement 'One Nation, One Election' in the present tenure of this government." Also read | NDA govt to implement ‘One Nation, One Election’ in India during current term: Report In his Independence Day address last month, PM Modi also made a strong pitch for 'One Nation, One Election', contending that frequent polls were creating hurdles in the country's progress. "The nation has to come forward for 'One Nation, One Election'," Modi had said in his address from the ramparts of the Red Fort. According to reports, after the approval, the bill for ONOE is expected to be presented in the parliament during the winter session. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Narendra Modi's cabinet approves One Nation One Election

Pakistan's military has arrested three retired officers in connection with the previous arrest of the country's former spy chief, Faiz Hameed, related to a corruption case, the military said on Thursday. Watch in for more details!

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Authorities in Kuwait have detained three people for suspected manslaughter over a building fire that killed 49 foreign workers especially Indians. Among 49 foreign workers killed in the fire 45 dead Indian victims have been identified.

Kuwait Fire Tragedy: India brings back mortal remains of 45 Indians killed in Kuwait fire

Kuwait building fire: At least three people have been detained for suspected manslaughter over a building fire, 50 foreign workers were killed in the inferno. Among the deceased mostly are Indians. Over 40 Indians were killed and more than 50 injured after a devastating fire broke out at dawn in a building housing around 195 migrant workers in southern Kuwait's Mangaf area. Watch in for more details!

Kuwait fire tragedy: Three people detained over suspected manslaughter

Over 40 Indians were killed and more than 50 injured after a devastating fire broke out at dawn in a building housing around 195 migrant workers in southern Kuwait's Mangaf area. Watch in for more details!

Kuwait Fire Tragedy: PM Modi announces relief of $2400 for the kin of those killed

A devastating fire in a building that housed several workers in Kuwait's southern city of Mangaf, resulted in the tragic deaths of at least 41 people in the early hours of Wednesday (June 12), and 40 of them are said to be Indian nationals, including Malayalis.

Kuwait fire: 40 Indians killed in Kuwait building fire, New Delhi expresses shock over incident

Kuwait building fire: About 50 people hospitalised, Indian envoy visits hospitalised victims

A devastating fire in a building that housed several workers in Kuwait's southern city of Mangaf, resulted in the tragic deaths of at least 41 people in the early hours of Wednesday (June 12), and 40 of them are said to be Indian nationals, including malyalis.

Kuwait building fire: Over 40 killed in building fire in Kuwait, over 50 people hospitalised

A terrorist has been killed after a massive search operation was launched in a forest area in Jammu and Kashmir's Kathua District. The security forces launched an operation after some gunmen opened fire on a house in the Hira Nagar area of Kathua District. Watch in for more details!

India: One terrorist killed in Kathua district, Jammu and Kashmir | WION Breaking

An American man is facing jail time after pleading guilty of wildlife crimes. he tried to create gigantic hybrid sheep by using genetic material from endangered animals, to sell them to trophy hunting ranches.

Arthur Schubarth, 80, illegally brought parts of the world's largest sheep species from Kyrgyzstan into the United States.

He then utilised these genetic material to produce cloned embryos.

These embryos were implanted into ewes on his Montana ranch, leading to the birth of Marco Polo argali, a species on the brink of extinction known for its massive size and imposing horns.

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Subsequently, Schubarth employed semen from these specimens to impregnate various sheep breeds aiming to create unprecedented hybrid species to produce even larger sheep.

He envisioned selling these unique animals to hunting ranches where customers pay to hunt captive animals, particularly&nbsp;larger specimens.

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Todd Kim, an Assistant Attorney General from the Justice Department's Environment and Natural Resources Division who handled the case, described Schubarth's actions as a bold attempt to create colossal hybrid sheep species for trophy hunting.

Schubarth violated international laws and the Lacey Act&nbsp;designed to safeguard the well-being and sustainability of native animal populations.

The Lacey Act prohibits the interstate trade of certain wildlife and is utilised by authorities to combat wildlife trafficking, AFP news agency said in a report.

Schubarth, whose ranch primarily breeds and sells mountain sheep, mountain goats, and other ungulates for game ranches, admitted to one count of conspiracy to violate the Lacey Act and one count of substantive violation of the Lacey Act.

These felonies could result in a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

An American man is facing jail time after pleading guilty of wildlife crimes. he tried to create gigantic hybrid sheep by using genetic material from endangered animals, to sell them to trophy hunting ranches.

An American man is facing jail time after pleading guilty of wildlife crimes. he tried to create gigantic hybrid sheep by using genetic material from endangered animals, to sell them to trophy hunting ranches. Arthur Schubarth, 80, illegally brought parts of the world's largest sheep species from Kyrgyzstan into the United States. He then utilised these genetic material to produce cloned embryos. These embryos were implanted into ewes on his Montana ranch, leading to the birth of Marco Polo argali, a species on the brink of extinction known for its massive size and imposing horns. Also read | Yemen's Houthis fired ballistic missile toward USS Laboon in the Red Sea, US says Subsequently, Schubarth employed semen from these specimens to impregnate various sheep breeds aiming to create unprecedented hybrid species to produce even larger sheep. He envisioned selling these unique animals to hunting ranches where customers pay to hunt captive animals, particularly larger specimens. Also read | Bangladeshi cargo ship 'hijacked' in Indian Ocean now headed for Somalia: Reports Todd Kim, an Assistant Attorney General from the Justice Department's Environment and Natural Resources Division who handled the case, described Schubarth's actions as a bold attempt to create colossal hybrid sheep species for trophy hunting. Schubarth violated international laws and the Lacey Act designed to safeguard the well-being and sustainability of native animal populations. The Lacey Act prohibits the interstate trade of certain wildlife and is utilised by authorities to combat wildlife trafficking, AFP news agency said in a report. Schubarth, whose ranch primarily breeds and sells mountain sheep, mountain goats, and other ungulates for game ranches, admitted to one count of conspiracy to violate the Lacey Act and one count of substantive violation of the Lacey Act. These felonies could result in a maximum sentence of five years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000. (With inputs from agencies)

US man faces jail for attempting to create hybrid sheep from endangered species

Oleh Synehubov, who is the Kharkiv region governor, said on Telegram that the Russian missile strikes on Tuesday (Jan 23) damaged the gas pipeline. Ukrainian authorities revealed that seven people were killed and dozens wounded after a wave of Russian missiles targeted Kyiv and other cities.&nbsp;

Residential buildings were set ablaze and some were reduced to rubble. Meanwhile, the state energy firm Naftogaz said the attack also damaged a gas pipeline in Kharkiv. The crews of the Kharkiv branch of Gas Distribution Networks of Ukraine LLC were able to put out the fire.&nbsp;

Naftogaz said that the Russians struck a medium-pressure gas pipeline. The energy ministry reported that thousands of residents were left without power after electricity infrastructure was damaged.&nbsp;

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The energy firm reported that the gas supply to Kharkiv residents will be resumed as soon as all the consequences of the Russian attack are eliminated and repairs are completed.

It said, "Emergency dispatch teams of Naftogaz immediately began to eliminate the accident. Work at the facility will continue until the consequences are fully eliminated, and the fire has been stopped."&nbsp;

"This winter, there have been no similarly large-scale attacks on the gas distribution sector in the city," Naftogaz added.&nbsp;

Images and videos were shared on social media forums and the news agency Reuters reported that it was able to confirm the location as Kharkiv. The news agency said that it matched the video with the selfie video filmed at the same scene by a Kharkiv military member.&nbsp;

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Watch:&nbsp;Red Sea Crisis: U.S, UK launch new strikes against Houthis&nbsp;

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<h2>Missile attack on Ukrainian cities</h2>

Ukrainian army chief Valery Zaluzhny said Russian forces had fired 41 missiles, including cruise, ballistic and surface-to-air missiles, as part of the barrage. He added that his forces had shot down 21.&nbsp;

Ukrinform report stated that the preliminarily information revealed that at least eight explosions were heard in Kharkiv around 7:15 am (local time) and added Russian troops used X-22 missiles.&nbsp;

Kyiv's mayor Vitali Klitschko said 20 people were wounded in the attack that set buildings and cars ablaze in central districts of the city.&nbsp;

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(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Oleh Synehubov, who is the Kharkiv region governor, said on Telegram that the Russian missile strikes on Tuesday (Jan 23) damaged the gas pipeline. Ukrainian authorities revealed that seven people were killed and dozens wounded after a wave of Russian missiles targeted Kyiv and other cities.

Oleh Synehubov, who is the Kharkiv region governor, said on Telegram that the Russian missile strikes on Tuesday (Jan 23) damaged the gas pipeline. Ukrainian authorities revealed that seven people were killed and dozens wounded after a wave of Russian missiles targeted Kyiv and other cities. Residential buildings were set ablaze and some were reduced to rubble. Meanwhile, the state energy firm Naftogaz said the attack also damaged a gas pipeline in Kharkiv. The crews of the Kharkiv branch of Gas Distribution Networks of Ukraine LLC were able to put out the fire. Naftogaz said that the Russians struck a medium-pressure gas pipeline. The energy ministry reported that thousands of residents were left without power after electricity infrastructure was damaged. Also read: Putin's new torture trick? Jailed Alexei Navalny claims he is made to hear pro-Putin song every day The energy firm reported that the gas supply to Kharkiv residents will be resumed as soon as all the consequences of the Russian attack are eliminated and repairs are completed. It said, "Emergency dispatch teams of Naftogaz immediately began to eliminate the accident. Work at the facility will continue until the consequences are fully eliminated, and the fire has been stopped." "This winter, there have been no similarly large-scale attacks on the gas distribution sector in the city," Naftogaz added. Images and videos were shared on social media forums and the news agency Reuters reported that it was able to confirm the location as Kharkiv. The news agency said that it matched the video with the selfie video filmed at the same scene by a Kharkiv military member. Also read: Apple settles Russian antitrust fine of $13.7 million: Report Watch: Red Sea Crisis: U.S, UK launch new strikes against Houthis × Missile attack on Ukrainian cities Ukrainian army chief Valery Zaluzhny said Russian forces had fired 41 missiles, including cruise, ballistic and surface-to-air missiles, as part of the barrage. He added that his forces had shot down 21. Ukrinform report stated that the preliminarily information revealed that at least eight explosions were heard in Kharkiv around 7:15 am (local time) and added Russian troops used X-22 missiles. Kyiv's mayor Vitali Klitschko said 20 people were wounded in the attack that set buildings and cars ablaze in central districts of the city. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos (With inputs from agencies)

Ukraine officials blame Russian missile strike for damage to gas pipeline in Kharkiv

A senior commander in Hezbollah's elite Radwan force was killed allegedly in an Israeli strike on south Lebanon on Monday (Jan 8), three security sources told the news agency Reuters.

A senior commander in Hezbollah's elite Radwan force was killed allegedly in an Israeli strike on south Lebanon on Monday (Jan 8), three security sources told the news agency Reuters. As per the report, the security sources have identified him as Wissam al-Tawil, the deputy head of a unit within the Radwan force. They said he and another Hezbollah fighter were killed when their car was hit in a strike on the Lebanese village of Majdal Selm. As quoted by the news agency, one of the security sources said: "This is a very painful strike." Another source said that "things will flare up now". Also read: Strong wave of Russian strikes hits areas across Ukraine; 3 killed and dozens injured Ever since the cross-border shelling began in the aftermath of Hamas's attack on Israeli territory on October 7, Israeli bombardment has killed more than 130 Hezbollah fighters in southern Lebanon. Another 19 have been killed in Syria. Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, who is Hezbollah's secretary-general, warned Israel in two televised addresses last week not to launch a full-scale war on Lebanon. "Whoever thinks of war with us - in one word, he will regret it," Nasrallah said. Also read: Exclusive: Ex-defence minister Mariya Didi speaks about Indian troops in Maldives, current situation Watch: Israeli strike kills two Palestinian journalists in Gaza × Israeli strike in Gaza's Rafah The news agency Reuters reported citing witnesses that three people were killed and over a dozen were injured after a strike in Gaza's Rafah that damaged a car carrying supplies. The report added that those who were injured were transported to the Kuwaiti Hospital in Gaza for urgent medical attention. Some tried to save what was left of the food supplies including bags of flour, tomatoes and meat. Meanwhile, the United Nations voiced alarm Monday at the many journalists killed in the war raging in Gaza, a day after two Al Jazeera reporters were killed in an alleged Israeli strike on their car. "Very concerned by high death toll of media workers in Gaza," the UN rights office said on X, formerly Twitter, demanding that all such cases be "thoroughly, independently investigated to ensure strict compliance with international law, and violations prosecuted". Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Israeli-Hamas war: Strike on Lebanon kills senior commander in elite Hezbollah unit

The Islamic State jihadist group on Thursday (Jan 4) claimed responsibility for twin bombings that killed 84 people&nbsp;in Iran a day before.&nbsp;

In a statement on Telegram, the group said two of its members "activated their explosives vests" at a gathering near the grave&nbsp;in the southern city of Kerman of slain Revolutionary Guards general Qasem Soleimani.&nbsp;

The death toll earlier was reported to be 103, but Iranian authorities on Thursday said blasts killed 84 people, revising the toll.&nbsp;

Tehran's official news agency IRNA quoted Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi as saying that "according to forensic statistics, the number of martyrs from this incident has been announced as 84 so far".&nbsp;

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Jafar Miadfar, who is the head of&nbsp;Iran's emergency services, also confirmed the revised toll as he said that the earlier tally was due to the fact that some bodies had been dismembered and counted "several times".&nbsp;

The explosions took place on the anniversary of Soleimani's killing in a US drone strike in Iraq in 2020 as hundreds of people were gathered to mark the occasion.&nbsp;

Iran-based Tasnim news agency reported that the first blast happened at 15:04 pm (local time) when people were packed on a road leading to a cemetery where the tomb of Soleimani is located. The second blast occurred around 13 minutes later.&nbsp;

Soleimani was an Iranian military officer who served in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. He was the commander of the Quds Force, which is an IRGC division primarily responsible for extraterritorial and clandestine military operations, from 1998 until his death. He was killed in a US drone strike just outside Baghdad airport. &nbsp;

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<h2>Tensions rise in West Asia&nbsp;</h2>

The Israel-Hamas war has already escalated tensions in West Asia, and the recent attacks in Lebanon and Iran have added fuel to the fire.&nbsp;

The two explosions in Iran have been labelled a "terrorist attack" by state media and regional authorities, which sparked fears of a widening conflict in the region. In the immediate implications, global markets were rattled and oil prices jumped more than three per cent.&nbsp;

The Iranian president's political deputy, Mohammad Jamshidi wrote on X: "Washington says USA and Israel had no role in terrorist attack in Kerman, Iran. Really? A fox smells its own lair first."&nbsp;

"Make no mistake. The responsibility for this crime lies with the US and Zionist regimes (Israel) and terrorism is just a tool," he added.&nbsp;

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei blamed "evil and criminal enemies" of the country for the attack and vowed a "harsh response".&nbsp;

President Ebrahim Raisi condemned the "heinous" crime as the Islamic Republic of Iran declared Thursday a national day of mourning.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

The Islamic State jihadist group on Thursday (Jan 4) claimed responsibility for twin bombings that killed 84 people in Iran a day before. In a statement on Telegram, the group said two of its members "activated their explosives vests" at a gathering near the grave in the southern city of Kerman of slain Revolutionary Guards general Qasem Soleimani.

The Islamic State jihadist group on Thursday (Jan 4) claimed responsibility for twin bombings that killed 84 people in Iran a day before. In a statement on Telegram, the group said two of its members "activated their explosives vests" at a gathering near the grave in the southern city of Kerman of slain Revolutionary Guards general Qasem Soleimani. The death toll earlier was reported to be 103, but Iranian authorities on Thursday said blasts killed 84 people, revising the toll. Tehran's official news agency IRNA quoted Interior Minister Ahmad Vahidi as saying that "according to forensic statistics, the number of martyrs from this incident has been announced as 84 so far". Also read: Iraq accuses US-led coalition of Baghdad strike, calls it 'blatant aggression' Jafar Miadfar, who is the head of Iran's emergency services, also confirmed the revised toll as he said that the earlier tally was due to the fact that some bodies had been dismembered and counted "several times". The explosions took place on the anniversary of Soleimani's killing in a US drone strike in Iraq in 2020 as hundreds of people were gathered to mark the occasion. Iran-based Tasnim news agency reported that the first blast happened at 15:04 pm (local time) when people were packed on a road leading to a cemetery where the tomb of Soleimani is located. The second blast occurred around 13 minutes later. Soleimani was an Iranian military officer who served in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. He was the commander of the Quds Force, which is an IRGC division primarily responsible for extraterritorial and clandestine military operations, from 1998 until his death. He was killed in a US drone strike just outside Baghdad airport. Also read: Hezbollah source says local chief among four killed in south Lebanon Watch: West Asia: Israel stares at wider conflict × Tensions rise in West Asia The Israel-Hamas war has already escalated tensions in West Asia, and the recent attacks in Lebanon and Iran have added fuel to the fire. The two explosions in Iran have been labelled a "terrorist attack" by state media and regional authorities, which sparked fears of a widening conflict in the region. In the immediate implications, global markets were rattled and oil prices jumped more than three per cent. The Iranian president's political deputy, Mohammad Jamshidi wrote on X: "Washington says USA and Israel had no role in terrorist attack in Kerman, Iran. Really? A fox smells its own lair first." "Make no mistake. The responsibility for this crime lies with the US and Zionist regimes (Israel) and terrorism is just a tool," he added. Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei blamed "evil and criminal enemies" of the country for the attack and vowed a "harsh response". President Ebrahim Raisi condemned the "heinous" crime as the Islamic Republic of Iran declared Thursday a national day of mourning. (With inputs from agencies)

Iran twin blasts: Islamic State jihadist group claims responsibility for bombings

At least 84 people&nbsp; were killed and more than 140 others&nbsp;injured in Iran on Wednesday (Jan 3) in twin blasts that took place in quick succession near the grave of late general Qasem Soleimani, state television reported.&nbsp;&nbsp;

IRNA said 141 people were wounded in the blasts with some "in critical condition".&nbsp;

The explosions took place on the anniversary of Soleimani's killing in a US drone strike in Iraq in 2020. The state media quoted a local official in the Kerman province as saying that the "blasts were caused by terrorist attacks".&nbsp;

According to the semi-official Nournews, "Several gas canisters exploded on the road leading to the cemetery".&nbsp;

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Hundreds of people were present at the cemetery, and state TV showed Red Crescent rescuers attending to wounded people at the ceremony.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Reza Fallah, head of the Kerman province Red Crescent, told state TV: "Our rapid response teams are evacuating the injured... But there are waves of crowds blocking roads."&nbsp;

Iran-based Tasnim news agency reported that the first blast happened at 15:04 pm (local time) when people were packed on a road leading to a cemetery where the tomb of Soleimani is located.&nbsp;

The second blast occurred around 13 minutes later.&nbsp;

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<h2>Who was&nbsp;Soleimani?&nbsp;</h2>

Soleimani was an Iranian military officer who served in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. He was the commander of the Quds Force, which is an IRGC division primarily responsible for extraterritorial and clandestine military operations, from 1998 until his death.&nbsp;

He was killed in a US drone strike just outside Baghdad airport.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

At least 84 people were killed and more than 140 others injured in Iran on Wednesday (Jan 3) in twin blasts that took place in quick succession near the grave of late general Qasem Soleimani, state television reported.

At least 84 people were killed and more than 140 others injured in Iran on Wednesday (Jan 3) in twin blasts that took place in quick succession near the grave of late general Qasem Soleimani, state television reported. IRNA said 141 people were wounded in the blasts with some "in critical condition". The explosions took place on the anniversary of Soleimani's killing in a US drone strike in Iraq in 2020. The state media quoted a local official in the Kerman province as saying that the "blasts were caused by terrorist attacks". According to the semi-official Nournews, "Several gas canisters exploded on the road leading to the cemetery". Also read: Israeli civilian impersonator joins Gaza war, poses with PM Netanyahu, faces weapons theft charges Hundreds of people were present at the cemetery, and state TV showed Red Crescent rescuers attending to wounded people at the ceremony. Reza Fallah, head of the Kerman province Red Crescent, told state TV: "Our rapid response teams are evacuating the injured... But there are waves of crowds blocking roads." Iran-based Tasnim news agency reported that the first blast happened at 15:04 pm (local time) when people were packed on a road leading to a cemetery where the tomb of Soleimani is located. The second blast occurred around 13 minutes later. Also read: Benny Gantz preferred over Benjamin Netanyahu after Gaza war ends, poll finds Who was Soleimani? Soleimani was an Iranian military officer who served in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. He was the commander of the Quds Force, which is an IRGC division primarily responsible for extraterritorial and clandestine military operations, from 1998 until his death. He was killed in a US drone strike just outside Baghdad airport. (With inputs from agencies)

Iran says 84  killed in twin blasts near late general Qasem Soleimani’s grave

A Japan Airlines plane burst into flames after landing at Tokyo’s Haneda airport on Tuesday, national broadcaster NHK reported, adding that all all those on board were safely evacuated.

Japan Airplane on fire, no casualties reported so far

Ukrainian officials said on Wednesday (Dec 27) that Russia fired almost 50 Shahed drones at targets in Ukraine, the news agency Associated Press reported.&nbsp;

They also claimed that Moscow shelled a train station where more than 100 civilians were gathered to catch a train to Kyiv.&nbsp;

As per the officials, the barrages killed at least five people and knocked out power in most of the southern city of Kherson.&nbsp;

The alleged attack came a day after Ukrainian warplanes damaged a Russian ship moored in the Black Sea off Crimea.&nbsp;

Ukrainian Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko claimed that Russian forces launched an artillery and drone bombardment of the Kherson region overnight.&nbsp;

He said that the attack took place when some 140 civilians were waiting for a train at the region's capital city of the same name.&nbsp;

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The shelling killed one policeman and injured two other police officers, as well as two civilians, the officials said.&nbsp;

The national rail operator Ukrzaliznytsia stated that people, who were waiting for the train at the time of the attack, arrived in Kyiv on Wednesday morning.&nbsp;

The regional Governor Oleksandr Prokudin said that the attack on the Kherson region and its capital hit residential areas and a mall as well as striking the power grid.&nbsp;

The attack left around 70 per cent of households in Kherson city without electricity during the winter cold, he said further adding that it was not immediately possible to estimate when power might be restored.&nbsp;

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<h2>Russia on oil exports&nbsp;</h2>

Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said on Wednesday that Russia has redirected its oil exports from Europe to China and India.&nbsp;

Novak, who is in charge of energy policy, said as quoted by AFP: "We previously supplied a total of 40 to 45 per cent of oil and oil products to Europe. This year, we expect the figure not to exceed four to five per cent of total exports."&nbsp;

In a televised interview, he added: "China - whose share (of oil exports) has grown to 45-50 per cent - and India have become our main partners in the current situation."&nbsp;

India has also emerged as a major buyer.&nbsp;

"In two years the total share of supplies to India has increased to about 40 per cent," Novak said.&nbsp;

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Ukrainian officials said on Wednesday (Dec 27) that Russia fired almost 50 Shahed drones at targets in Ukraine, the news agency Associated Press reported. They also claimed that Moscow shelled a train station where more than 100 civilians were gathered to catch a train to Kyiv.

Ukrainian officials said on Wednesday (Dec 27) that Russia fired almost 50 Shahed drones at targets in Ukraine, the news agency Associated Press reported. They also claimed that Moscow shelled a train station where more than 100 civilians were gathered to catch a train to Kyiv. As per the officials, the barrages killed at least five people and knocked out power in most of the southern city of Kherson. The alleged attack came a day after Ukrainian warplanes damaged a Russian ship moored in the Black Sea off Crimea. Ukrainian Interior Minister Ihor Klymenko claimed that Russian forces launched an artillery and drone bombardment of the Kherson region overnight. He said that the attack took place when some 140 civilians were waiting for a train at the region's capital city of the same name. Also read: Jaishankar hails ‘very strong’ and ‘very steady’ Indo-Russia ties as he meets Russian counterpart Lavrov The shelling killed one policeman and injured two other police officers, as well as two civilians, the officials said. The national rail operator Ukrzaliznytsia stated that people, who were waiting for the train at the time of the attack, arrived in Kyiv on Wednesday morning. The regional Governor Oleksandr Prokudin said that the attack on the Kherson region and its capital hit residential areas and a mall as well as striking the power grid. The attack left around 70 per cent of households in Kherson city without electricity during the winter cold, he said further adding that it was not immediately possible to estimate when power might be restored. Also read: Taiwan’s unification with China ‘will surely’ happen, says Xi Jinping on Mao’s anniversary Watch: Russia to deploy Howitzers near Finland border × Russia on oil exports Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said on Wednesday that Russia has redirected its oil exports from Europe to China and India. Novak, who is in charge of energy policy, said as quoted by AFP: "We previously supplied a total of 40 to 45 per cent of oil and oil products to Europe. This year, we expect the figure not to exceed four to five per cent of total exports." In a televised interview, he added: "China - whose share (of oil exports) has grown to 45-50 per cent - and India have become our main partners in the current situation." India has also emerged as a major buyer. "In two years the total share of supplies to India has increased to about 40 per cent," Novak said. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos (With inputs from agencies)

Russia-Ukraine war: Drone and artillery attack kills 6 in Ukrainian city, causes power outage

A massive manhunt is still underway for the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/maine-mass-shooting-suspect-still-at-large-governor-janet-mills-calls-it-a-dark-day-651683">suspect in the mass shootings in Maine</a>, which killed 18 people and injured over a dozen on Thursday (Oct 26).&nbsp;

Local officials were searching for a 40-year-old man, identified as Robert Card, who opened fire in the bowling venue and then a bar about a 10-minute drive away.&nbsp;

He was said to be a person of interest in the shootings, but now, the officials have confirmed that he is being viewed as a suspect.

Gun violence has emerged as a major issue in the United States, with the latest shooting incidents in Maine turning out to be the deadliest this year.&nbsp;

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US President Joe Biden condemned the "senseless and tragic" incident as he called on rival Republicans to back a ban on high-powered weapons.&nbsp;

In a statement, Biden said: "Today, in the wake of yet another tragedy, I urge Republican lawmakers in Congress to fulfil their duty to protect the American people. Work with us to pass a bill banning assault weapons and high-capacity magazines."&nbsp;

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Today, Jill and I pray for the Americans in Maine who’ve lost their lives, those in critical care, and the families, survivors, and community members enduring shock and grief. 
 
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<h2>He has left a suicide note</h2>

The law enforcement sources with knowledge of the probe told ABC News that Card left a note, which was found inside his home. It is reportedly being described as a suicide note addressed to the suspect's son.&nbsp;

However, the report also states that the note does not provide specific information that indicates a motive for the mass shooting.&nbsp;

US-based media reported that a convoy of armoured police vehicles lined the road near a home in Bowdoin, around 7:00 pm ET, Thursday evening.&nbsp;

The officers yelled through a megaphone, "Robert Card, you're under arrest. Come out now".&nbsp;

"Drop everything and come outside...If anyone is in the residence, walk outside and walk to the front of the driveway," they said.&nbsp;

But he didn't show up.&nbsp;

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Shannon Moss, who is a spokeswoman for the Maine State Police, said in a statement that the officers are conducting a search.

"It is unknown whether Robert Card is in any of the homes law enforcement will search. Law enforcement officials are simply doing their due diligence by tracking down every lead in an effort to locate and apprehend Card," she added.&nbsp;

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<h2>Who is Robert Card?&nbsp;</h2>

Officials have said that he is from Bowdoin, Maine, a town near Lewiston. He is described as being 5'11" tall and weighing 230 pounds.&nbsp;

Card is a certified firearms instructor and a member of the US Army Reserve. He recently made threats to carry out a shooting at a National Guard facility in Saco, Maine, and also reported mental health issues, including hearing voices, the officials said.&nbsp;

He is twice divorced and a father of three children. He has a history of arrests for domestic violence and other crimes. One of his ex-wives obtained a restraining order against him.

Some reports suggest that he may have voted for Barack Obama in the past, though he identifies as an independent politically.&nbsp;

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A massive manhunt is still underway for the suspect in the mass shootings in Maine, which killed 18 people and injured over a dozen on Thursday (Oct 26). Local officials were searching for a 40-year-old man, identified as Robert Card, who opened fire in the bowling venue and then a bar about a 10-minute drive away.

A massive manhunt is still underway for the suspect in the mass shootings in Maine, which killed 18 people and injured over a dozen on Thursday (Oct 26). Local officials were searching for a 40-year-old man, identified as Robert Card, who opened fire in the bowling venue and then a bar about a 10-minute drive away. He was said to be a person of interest in the shootings, but now, the officials have confirmed that he is being viewed as a suspect. Gun violence has emerged as a major issue in the United States, with the latest shooting incidents in Maine turning out to be the deadliest this year. Also read: Thousands of books banned in US prisons, including Amy Schumer's memoir. But why? US President Joe Biden condemned the "senseless and tragic" incident as he called on rival Republicans to back a ban on high-powered weapons. In a statement, Biden said: "Today, in the wake of yet another tragedy, I urge Republican lawmakers in Congress to fulfil their duty to protect the American people. Work with us to pass a bill banning assault weapons and high-capacity magazines." Once again, our nation mourns after another senseless and tragic mass shooting. Today, Jill and I pray for the Americans in Maine who’ve lost their lives, those in critical care, and the families, survivors, and community members enduring shock and grief. Here's my statement: pic.twitter.com/7geRYwQ94k — President Biden (@POTUS) October 26, 2023 × He has left a suicide note The law enforcement sources with knowledge of the probe told ABC News that Card left a note, which was found inside his home. It is reportedly being described as a suicide note addressed to the suspect's son. However, the report also states that the note does not provide specific information that indicates a motive for the mass shooting. US-based media reported that a convoy of armoured police vehicles lined the road near a home in Bowdoin, around 7:00 pm ET, Thursday evening. The officers yelled through a megaphone, "Robert Card, you're under arrest. Come out now". "Drop everything and come outside...If anyone is in the residence, walk outside and walk to the front of the driveway," they said. But he didn't show up. Also read: Twitter was an 'FBI subsidiary' before Musk took over, US House Speaker Mike Johnson had said Shannon Moss, who is a spokeswoman for the Maine State Police, said in a statement that the officers are conducting a search. "It is unknown whether Robert Card is in any of the homes law enforcement will search. Law enforcement officials are simply doing their due diligence by tracking down every lead in an effort to locate and apprehend Card," she added. From the Lewiston Maine Police Department: "Law Enforcement is attempting to locate Robert Card 4/4/1983, as a person of interest regarding the mass shooting at Schemengees Bar and Sparetime Recreation this evening. CARD should be considered armed and dangerous. Please contact… pic.twitter.com/5fEfzSMOyU — philip lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) October 26, 2023 × Who is Robert Card? Officials have said that he is from Bowdoin, Maine, a town near Lewiston. He is described as being 5'11" tall and weighing 230 pounds. Card is a certified firearms instructor and a member of the US Army Reserve. He recently made threats to carry out a shooting at a National Guard facility in Saco, Maine, and also reported mental health issues, including hearing voices, the officials said. He is twice divorced and a father of three children. He has a history of arrests for domestic violence and other crimes. One of his ex-wives obtained a restraining order against him. Some reports suggest that he may have voted for Barack Obama in the past, though he identifies as an independent politically. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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US President Joe Biden will arrive in New Delhi on Friday (September 8) to attend the G20 Summit which is scheduled to take place in India's capital on September 9 and 10.&nbsp;

Biden will have a bilateral meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of participating in the meeting of heads of the governments and states of the intergovernmental forum G20.&nbsp;

He will participate in the official sessions of the G20 Summit on Saturday and Sunday. He is expected to visit the Raj Ghat Memorial to Mahatma Gandhi on Sunday before departing for Vietnam.&nbsp;

On the eve of Biden's departure for New Delhi, the White House said on Wednesday that the US is committed to ensuring that India has a successful summit.&nbsp;

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"We commend Prime Minister Modi for his leadership of the G20 this year and we are committed to helping ensure that India has a successful G20 host as they host (the summit) this year," White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters at her daily news conference.&nbsp;

"So, that's going to continue to be our commitment. During Prime Minister Modi's visit here in June, the President (Biden) and the prime minister shared their determination to deliver on shared priorities at the summit," she said in response to a question.&nbsp;

"The President is very much looking forward to continuing that work with the Prime Minister and other leaders later this week as we head out tomorrow," Jean-Pierre said.&nbsp;

While responding to a question on Biden's bilateral meeting with Modi, she said, "We are going to have more to share as we get closer to tomorrow...We are committed to making this a successful summit. We'll certainly have more information to share, certainly on the bilateral with the prime minister."&nbsp;

For the Summit,&nbsp;Delhi Police is patrolling the Raj Ghat area with the help of a tractor. The police officials can be seen standing on the tractor and inspecting the area that is surrounded by the Yamuna River near the Raj Ghat.

Earlier, the New Delhi Municipal Council decorated thousands of trees and installed G20 floral boards to further beautify the city's landscape ahead of the G20 Leaders Summit.

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<h2>G20 Significance</h2>

Amid global uncertainties and ever-changing geo-political equations, the G20 Summit has become even more significant for several reasons, including economic coordination, global financial stability, policy cooperation, and more.&nbsp;

The Summit is bringing together the world's major economies, representing a significant portion of global GDP and trade. This makes it a crucial platform for economic coordination and policy discussions.&nbsp;

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US President Joe Biden will arrive in New Delhi on Friday (September 8) to attend the G20 Summit which is scheduled to take place in India's capital on September 9 and 10. Biden will have a bilateral meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi ahead of participating in the meeting of heads of the governments and states of the intergovernmental forum G20. He will participate in the official sessions of the G20 Summit on Saturday and Sunday. He is expected to visit the Raj Ghat Memorial to Mahatma Gandhi on Sunday before departing for Vietnam. On the eve of Biden's departure for New Delhi, the White House said on Wednesday that the US is committed to ensuring that India has a successful summit. Also read: India will hope to keep climate change the prime agenda of G20 Summit: Experts "We commend Prime Minister Modi for his leadership of the G20 this year and we are committed to helping ensure that India has a successful G20 host as they host (the summit) this year," White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre told reporters at her daily news conference. "So, that's going to continue to be our commitment. During Prime Minister Modi's visit here in June, the President (Biden) and the prime minister shared their determination to deliver on shared priorities at the summit," she said in response to a question. "The President is very much looking forward to continuing that work with the Prime Minister and other leaders later this week as we head out tomorrow," Jean-Pierre said. While responding to a question on Biden's bilateral meeting with Modi, she said, "We are going to have more to share as we get closer to tomorrow...We are committed to making this a successful summit. We'll certainly have more information to share, certainly on the bilateral with the prime minister." For the Summit, Delhi Police is patrolling the Raj Ghat area with the help of a tractor. The police officials can be seen standing on the tractor and inspecting the area that is surrounded by the Yamuna River near the Raj Ghat. Earlier, the New Delhi Municipal Council decorated thousands of trees and installed G20 floral boards to further beautify the city's landscape ahead of the G20 Leaders Summit. Also read: UPI wallets for G20 delegates as India showcases its digital infra prowess Watch this report: × G20 Significance Amid global uncertainties and ever-changing geo-political equations, the G20 Summit has become even more significant for several reasons, including economic coordination, global financial stability, policy cooperation, and more. The Summit is bringing together the world's major economies, representing a significant portion of global GDP and trade. This makes it a crucial platform for economic coordination and policy discussions. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Who doesn't want to cuddle with their pets? These furry four-legged friends are so cute. You can love them all you want, but kissing them should be off-limits.&nbsp;

A recent survey showed that 69 per cent of Australian homes have at least one pet, putting pet ownership at an all-time high. It is estimated that we spend A$33 billion annually on caring for pets.&nbsp;

While several studies&nbsp;have shown that having a pet is linked to many advantages for our mental and physical health, pets can also carry infectious diseases that can occasionally be transmitted to us.&nbsp;

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A report published by The Conversation mentioned that everyone is not at risk, but some people are likely to be contracting an infection from animals, such as those who are pregnant or have compromised immune systems.&nbsp;

Hence, it's critical to be aware of the hazards and take appropriate safety measures to avoid infections.

Zoonotic diseases are contagious illnesses that spread from animals to people and reports suggest that more than 70 companion animal infections can spread to humans.&nbsp;

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Such infections can be spread indirectly, such as via contact with contaminated bedding, soil, food, or water, or directly from pets to humans through the exchange of saliva, body fluids, and excrement.&nbsp;

Dogs and cats are major reservoirs of zoonotic infections caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites.&nbsp;

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Who doesn't want to cuddle with their pets? These furry four-legged friends are so cute. You can love them all you want, but kissing them should be off-limits. A recent survey showed that 69 per cent of Australian homes have at least one pet, putting pet ownership at an all-time high.

Who doesn't want to cuddle with their pets? These furry four-legged friends are so cute. You can love them all you want, but kissing them should be off-limits. A recent survey showed that 69 per cent of Australian homes have at least one pet, putting pet ownership at an all-time high. It is estimated that we spend A$33 billion annually on caring for pets. While several studies have shown that having a pet is linked to many advantages for our mental and physical health, pets can also carry infectious diseases that can occasionally be transmitted to us. Also read: COVID-19 in animals - SARS-CoV-2 evolving rapidly in free-ranging white-tailed deer A report published by The Conversation mentioned that everyone is not at risk, but some people are likely to be contracting an infection from animals, such as those who are pregnant or have compromised immune systems. Hence, it's critical to be aware of the hazards and take appropriate safety measures to avoid infections. Zoonotic diseases are contagious illnesses that spread from animals to people and reports suggest that more than 70 companion animal infections can spread to humans. Also read: Asian Hornet may have established presence in UK, threatening native bees Such infections can be spread indirectly, such as via contact with contaminated bedding, soil, food, or water, or directly from pets to humans through the exchange of saliva, body fluids, and excrement. Dogs and cats are major reservoirs of zoonotic infections caused by viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Lawyers for Donald Trump on Thursday (August 17) asked a federal judge in Washington to schedule an April 2026 trial for the former president regarding the federal charges that he allegedly attempted to overturn his 2020 election loss to Democrat Joe Biden.&nbsp;

A filing showed that Trump requested US District Judge Tanya Chutkan in Washington, DC, to reject the proposal of Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith, who brought the subversion allegations.

Judge Chutkan is set to decide the trial date on August 28.&nbsp;

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Smith is pushing for a January 2 start date in the case, one of four criminal prosecutions that Trump is facing. But the trial might impact his election presidential campaign.&nbsp;

As quoted by US media outlets, Trumps said that he "seeks a trial calendar more rapid than most no-document misdemeanours, requesting just four months from the beginning of discovery to jury selection."&nbsp;

"The government's objective is clear: to deny President Trump and his counsel a fair ability to prepare for trial. The Court should deny the government's request," Trump's lawyers wrote.&nbsp;

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"The public interest lies in justice and fair trial, not a rush to judgment," the ex-president's lawyers said and also argued the amount of documents in the case would require months to process.&nbsp;

They said: "Assuming we could begin reviewing the documents today, we would need to proceed at a pace of 99,762 pages per day to finish the government's initial production by its proposed date for jury selection."&nbsp;

"That is the entirety of Tolstoy's War and Peace, cover to cover, 78 times a day, every day, from now until jury selection," the filling added.&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;US court limits access to abortion pills: Biden administration to appeal against ruling&nbsp;

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Smith has asked for a January start to&nbsp;the trial. He previously said in a court filing that the "government's proposed (January 2) trial date represents an appropriate balance of the defendant's right to prepare a defence and the public's strong interest in a speedy trial in the case."&nbsp;

The case is the most serious of four criminal investigations that have led to dozens of felony charges against Trump, including accusations that he attempted to circumvent campaign finance laws by concealing payments to a porn star.&nbsp;

The government also accuses Trump of mishandling dozens of classified documents he took from the White House as he left office, including military plans and nuclear secrets, and plotting with his staff to hide them from investigators.&nbsp;

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Lawyers for Donald Trump on Thursday (August 17) asked a federal judge in Washington to schedule an April 2026 trial for the former president regarding the federal charges that he allegedly attempted to overturn his 2020 election loss to Democrat Joe Biden.

Lawyers for Donald Trump on Thursday (August 17) asked a federal judge in Washington to schedule an April 2026 trial for the former president regarding the federal charges that he allegedly attempted to overturn his 2020 election loss to Democrat Joe Biden. A filing showed that Trump requested US District Judge Tanya Chutkan in Washington, DC, to reject the proposal of Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith, who brought the subversion allegations. Judge Chutkan is set to decide the trial date on August 28. Also read: Hillary Clinton feels 'great profound sadness' over Donald Trump's multiple indictments Smith is pushing for a January 2 start date in the case, one of four criminal prosecutions that Trump is facing. But the trial might impact his election presidential campaign. As quoted by US media outlets, Trumps said that he "seeks a trial calendar more rapid than most no-document misdemeanours, requesting just four months from the beginning of discovery to jury selection." "The government's objective is clear: to deny President Trump and his counsel a fair ability to prepare for trial. The Court should deny the government's request," Trump's lawyers wrote. Also read: Donald Trump indicted over 2020 election interference in Georgia "The public interest lies in justice and fair trial, not a rush to judgment," the ex-president's lawyers said and also argued the amount of documents in the case would require months to process. They said: "Assuming we could begin reviewing the documents today, we would need to proceed at a pace of 99,762 pages per day to finish the government's initial production by its proposed date for jury selection." "That is the entirety of Tolstoy's War and Peace, cover to cover, 78 times a day, every day, from now until jury selection," the filling added. Watch: US court limits access to abortion pills: Biden administration to appeal against ruling × What did Smith say? Smith has asked for a January start to the trial. He previously said in a court filing that the "government's proposed (January 2) trial date represents an appropriate balance of the defendant's right to prepare a defence and the public's strong interest in a speedy trial in the case." The case is the most serious of four criminal investigations that have led to dozens of felony charges against Trump, including accusations that he attempted to circumvent campaign finance laws by concealing payments to a porn star. The government also accuses Trump of mishandling dozens of classified documents he took from the White House as he left office, including military plans and nuclear secrets, and plotting with his staff to hide them from investigators. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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As catastrophic wildfires destroyed Hawaiian towns killing more than 100 and displacing thousands of people, there have been several rumours and conspiracy theories on how it all started. As authorities continue investigations, a video suggests that power lines likely caused Maui's first reported fire, reported&nbsp;The Washington Post.&nbsp;

Jennifer Pribble, a senior research coordinator at the Maui Bird Conservation Center, said in a video posted on Instagram that at 10:47 pm (local time) last Monday (Aug 8), a security camera captured a bright flash in the woods. &nbsp;

In the video, details of which are mentioned in WaPo's report,&nbsp;a bright light can be seen illuminating the trees swaying in the wind. "I think that is when a tree is falling on a power line," she said, further adding that after that the power went out and the generator kicked in, and the camera came back online, the forest was on fire.&nbsp;

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The report mentioned that Whisker Labs, a company that uses an advanced sensor network to monitor grids across the United States, said that Makawao recorded a significant incident in Hawaiian Electric's grid at the same moment.&nbsp;

This is the first time an electrical breakdown captured on film has been precisely matched with data proving that Hawaiian Electric's power system experienced a significant problem at the same time. The fire in Makawao was the first of several recorded on Maui last week.&nbsp;

Makawao is a small, rural town in the East Maui region of Upcountry and it is where the Conservation Center is located.&nbsp;

As quoted, Bob Marshall, the founder and CEO of Whisker Labs, said: "This is strong confirmation — based on real data — that utility grid faults were likely the ignition source for multiple wildfires on Maui.&nbsp;

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Another video has been circulated on social media forums in which a person named Shane Treu said that a wooden power pole snapped in an instant, sending a sparking, popping line crashing to the parched grass below and instantly igniting a line of flames.

The video and what Treu said was carried by The Associated Press, according to which, he called 911 and then turned on Facebook video to live stream his attempt to fight the blaze in Lahaina.&nbsp;

These videos show the first moments of the devastating wildfires, but according to the report, these videos have become a crucial piece of evidence implicating downed electricity wires as a potential cause. Hawaiian Electric Co. is under fire for failing to turn off the electricity despite warnings of strong winds and continuing to do so even as dozens of poles started to fall.&nbsp;

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Josh Green, the state governor, has repeatedly cautioned Hawaiians to prepare for a number that might be two or three times higher than the death toll from last week's conflagration in Lahaina, which is already the deadliest US wildfire in more than a century.&nbsp;

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Officials from Maui County revised the dead toll to 106 on Tuesday. Green had earlier stated that canines trained to sniff out bodies had investigated more than a fifth of the disaster area.

An AFP writer reported on Tuesday that the Maui Police Forensic Facility was forced to use chilled containers as makeshift mortuaries as the predominantly rural island struggled to handle the sheer quantity of fatalities.

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As catastrophic wildfires destroyed Hawaiian towns killing more than 100 and displacing thousands of people, there have been several rumours and conspiracy theories on how it all started. As authorities continue investigations, a video suggests that power lines likely caused Maui's first reported fire, reported The Washington Post. Jennifer Pribble, a senior research coordinator at the Maui Bird Conservation Center, said in a video posted on Instagram that at 10:47 pm (local time) last Monday (Aug 8), a security camera captured a bright flash in the woods. In the video, details of which are mentioned in WaPo's report, a bright light can be seen illuminating the trees swaying in the wind. "I think that is when a tree is falling on a power line," she said, further adding that after that the power went out and the generator kicked in, and the camera came back online, the forest was on fire. Also read: Canada: State of emergency declared in Northwest Territories due to wildfires The report mentioned that Whisker Labs, a company that uses an advanced sensor network to monitor grids across the United States, said that Makawao recorded a significant incident in Hawaiian Electric's grid at the same moment. This is the first time an electrical breakdown captured on film has been precisely matched with data proving that Hawaiian Electric's power system experienced a significant problem at the same time. The fire in Makawao was the first of several recorded on Maui last week. Makawao is a small, rural town in the East Maui region of Upcountry and it is where the Conservation Center is located. As quoted, Bob Marshall, the founder and CEO of Whisker Labs, said: "This is strong confirmation — based on real data — that utility grid faults were likely the ignition source for multiple wildfires on Maui. 🇺🇸 #Maui #MauiFire #MauiWildfire #DEW Evidence of Direct Energy Weapons used in the Maui wild fires 🤔🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/pJcvyxx0aw — 𝕁𝕒𝕕𝕖𝕕 (@Jaded42358177) August 14, 2023 × Also read: Vietnam’s richest man gains $30 billion after his EV company goes public Another video has been circulated on social media forums in which a person named Shane Treu said that a wooden power pole snapped in an instant, sending a sparking, popping line crashing to the parched grass below and instantly igniting a line of flames. The video and what Treu said was carried by The Associated Press, according to which, he called 911 and then turned on Facebook video to live stream his attempt to fight the blaze in Lahaina. These videos show the first moments of the devastating wildfires, but according to the report, these videos have become a crucial piece of evidence implicating downed electricity wires as a potential cause. Hawaiian Electric Co. is under fire for failing to turn off the electricity despite warnings of strong winds and continuing to do so even as dozens of poles started to fall. 🔥🔥 New video from Shane Treu, local resident of Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii. In the video, he shows a downed power-line on the boulevard that started a fire. He says the power was down after the line fell but then it “came back.” At the end of the video he remarks that no fire… pic.twitter.com/BLDO9msU32 — {Matt} $XRPatriot (@matttttt187) August 14, 2023 × Josh Green, the state governor, has repeatedly cautioned Hawaiians to prepare for a number that might be two or three times higher than the death toll from last week's conflagration in Lahaina, which is already the deadliest US wildfire in more than a century. Watch: Maui wildfire is deadliest disaster; Governor says, 'we're prepared for many tragic stories' × Officials from Maui County revised the dead toll to 106 on Tuesday. Green had earlier stated that canines trained to sniff out bodies had investigated more than a fifth of the disaster area. An AFP writer reported on Tuesday that the Maui Police Forensic Facility was forced to use chilled containers as makeshift mortuaries as the predominantly rural island struggled to handle the sheer quantity of fatalities. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Hillary Clinton, the former senator, said that she did not "feel any satisfaction" after Donald Trump was indicted in Georgia on charges of racketeering and a string of election crimes. She said that she felt "great profound sadness".&nbsp;

Trump was indicted after a two-year probe into his efforts to overturn his 2020 defeat to Joe Biden in the US state of Georgia.&nbsp;This is the fourth criminal case to be brought against him this year, the second case to allege that he tried to subvert the results of the vote.&nbsp;

However, Trump has denied any wrongdoing and called the indictment "rigged" and a "witch hunt".&nbsp;

Clinton, who was secretary of state and presidential nominee, was invited to MSNBC to talk about a recent article in the Atlantic about the issue of loneliness in US society. Meanwhile, information about Trump's most recent indictments for interfering with an election in Georgia in 2020 surfaced.&nbsp;

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She said laughing: "I didn't think that [the appearance] would be under these circumstances, yet another set of indictments."&nbsp;

She added: "It's hard to believe. I don't feel any satisfaction. I feel great profound sadness that we have a former president who has been indicted for so many charges that went right to the heart of whether or not our democracy would survive."&nbsp;

The grand jury met for roughly 10 hours before handing up charges. Prosecutors charged 18 other people, including Mark Meadows, Trump's former White House chief of staff, and lawyers Rudy Giuliani and John Eastman.&nbsp;

The case stems from a Jan 2, 2021, phone call in which Trump urged Georgia's top election official, Brad Raffensperger, to "find" enough votes to reverse his narrow loss in the state, but the request was declined.&nbsp;

On January 6, 2021, four days later, Trump's supporters attacked the US Capitol in an effort to stop Congress from certifying Biden's victory.&nbsp;

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Clinton further added: "If you stop and think about what the public evidence is … [Trump] set out to defraud the United States of America and the citizens of our nation."&nbsp;

"He used tactics, harassment, intimidation, he made threats, he and his allies went after state officials, local officials responsible for conducting elections. Now we know they even went into voting machines in order to determine whether or not those voting machines had somehow been breached when they were the ones actually doing the breaching," she added.&nbsp;

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"So there is a great deal already in the public record … clearly this investigation has been very thorough. But I don't know that anybody should be satisfied with this. This is a terrible moment for our country to have a former president accused of these terribly important crimes," she further said.&nbsp;

Clinton also said that the only satisfaction may be that the "system is working". "That all of the efforts by Donald Trump his allies and his enablers to try to silence the truth, to try to undermine democracy, have been brought into the light and justice is being pursued," she said.&nbsp;

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Hillary Clinton, the former senator, said that she did not "feel any satisfaction" after Donald Trump was indicted in Georgia on charges of racketeering and a string of election crimes. She said that she felt "great profound sadness". Trump was indicted after a two-year probe into his efforts to overturn his 2020 defeat to Joe Biden in the US state of Georgia. This is the fourth criminal case to be brought against him this year, the second case to allege that he tried to subvert the results of the vote. However, Trump has denied any wrongdoing and called the indictment "rigged" and a "witch hunt". Clinton, who was secretary of state and presidential nominee, was invited to MSNBC to talk about a recent article in the Atlantic about the issue of loneliness in US society. Meanwhile, information about Trump's most recent indictments for interfering with an election in Georgia in 2020 surfaced. Also read: Rishi Sunak attends Ramayana recitation by Indian preacher Morari Bapu at Cambridge University She said laughing: "I didn't think that [the appearance] would be under these circumstances, yet another set of indictments." She added: "It's hard to believe. I don't feel any satisfaction. I feel great profound sadness that we have a former president who has been indicted for so many charges that went right to the heart of whether or not our democracy would survive." The grand jury met for roughly 10 hours before handing up charges. Prosecutors charged 18 other people, including Mark Meadows, Trump's former White House chief of staff, and lawyers Rudy Giuliani and John Eastman. The case stems from a Jan 2, 2021, phone call in which Trump urged Georgia's top election official, Brad Raffensperger, to "find" enough votes to reverse his narrow loss in the state, but the request was declined. On January 6, 2021, four days later, Trump's supporters attacked the US Capitol in an effort to stop Congress from certifying Biden's victory. Also read: A 9-year-old child fatally shoots 6-year-old in Florida, police say Clinton further added: "If you stop and think about what the public evidence is … [Trump] set out to defraud the United States of America and the citizens of our nation." "He used tactics, harassment, intimidation, he made threats, he and his allies went after state officials, local officials responsible for conducting elections. Now we know they even went into voting machines in order to determine whether or not those voting machines had somehow been breached when they were the ones actually doing the breaching," she added. Watch: Georgia election fraud case: Trump aide files motion to transfer case × "So there is a great deal already in the public record … clearly this investigation has been very thorough. But I don't know that anybody should be satisfied with this. This is a terrible moment for our country to have a former president accused of these terribly important crimes," she further said. Clinton also said that the only satisfaction may be that the "system is working". "That all of the efforts by Donald Trump his allies and his enablers to try to silence the truth, to try to undermine democracy, have been brought into the light and justice is being pursued," she said. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The government of Canada's Northwest Territories announced a state of emergency on Tuesday (August 15) in response to wildfires that have largely destroyed one isolated village and are also posing a risk to the territory's capital, Yellowknife.&nbsp;

The capital of the Northwest Territories, Yellowknife, is located 450 kilometres south of the Arctic Circle. It is one of the bigger communities in the sparsely populated north, with roughly 20,000 people living there.&nbsp;

Hundreds of people from the affected region have been airlifted and moved to safe locations. The announcement by the authorities highlights the unprecedented damage caused by fires so far this year and offers authorities more flexibility in how they might handle an emergency.&nbsp;

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In a statement, the territorial government said: "This allows the (government) to acquire and deploy the necessary resources to support the management of this unprecedented wildfire season, and protect the health and safety of Northwest Territories residents."&nbsp;

The Canadian government also said on Tuesday it approved federal assistance to combat the wildfires and deployed armed forces to help with firefighting efforts in the area.&nbsp;

Canadian federal Emergency Preparedness Minister Harjit Sajjan said in a statement: "We are working closely with the Government of the Northwest Territories to ensure communities have the support they need."&nbsp;

On Monday, the city of Yellowknife proclaimed a local emergency to prepare for potential hazards from surrounding wildfires. According to a statement from city officials, the declaration was issued as a precaution and no residents have been put on an evacuation order.&nbsp;

Yellowknife Mayor Rebecca Alty said: "Residents should remain calm and ensure they are prepared in the event that the situation changes."&nbsp;

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<h2>Wildfires in Canada</h2>

In Canada, wildfires have affected virtually all 13 of Canada's provinces and territories this year, forcing residents to evacuate their homes. It has also interfered with energy production and requires federal and international firefighting resources.&nbsp;

The season has scorched more than 130,000 square kilometres of land, the largest ever, and roughly 168,000 people have had to leave their homes at some time. In comparison to its 10-year annual average of 185, the Northwest Territories has already had 265 wildfires this year.&nbsp;

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The government of Canada's Northwest Territories announced a state of emergency on Tuesday (August 15) in response to wildfires that have largely destroyed one isolated village and are also posing a risk to the territory's capital, Yellowknife. The capital of the Northwest Territories, Yellowknife, is located 450 kilometres south of the Arctic Circle. It is one of the bigger communities in the sparsely populated north, with roughly 20,000 people living there. Hundreds of people from the affected region have been airlifted and moved to safe locations. The announcement by the authorities highlights the unprecedented damage caused by fires so far this year and offers authorities more flexibility in how they might handle an emergency. Also read: Vietnam’s richest man gains $30 billion after his EV company goes public In a statement, the territorial government said: "This allows the (government) to acquire and deploy the necessary resources to support the management of this unprecedented wildfire season, and protect the health and safety of Northwest Territories residents." The Canadian government also said on Tuesday it approved federal assistance to combat the wildfires and deployed armed forces to help with firefighting efforts in the area. Canadian federal Emergency Preparedness Minister Harjit Sajjan said in a statement: "We are working closely with the Government of the Northwest Territories to ensure communities have the support they need." On Monday, the city of Yellowknife proclaimed a local emergency to prepare for potential hazards from surrounding wildfires. According to a statement from city officials, the declaration was issued as a precaution and no residents have been put on an evacuation order. Yellowknife Mayor Rebecca Alty said: "Residents should remain calm and ensure they are prepared in the event that the situation changes." Also read: Rishi Sunak attends Ramayana recitation by Indian preacher Morari Bapu at Cambridge University Wildfires in Canada In Canada, wildfires have affected virtually all 13 of Canada's provinces and territories this year, forcing residents to evacuate their homes. It has also interfered with energy production and requires federal and international firefighting resources. The season has scorched more than 130,000 square kilometres of land, the largest ever, and roughly 168,000 people have had to leave their homes at some time. In comparison to its 10-year annual average of 185, the Northwest Territories has already had 265 wildfires this year. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Republican US Representative Don Bacon said late Monday that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) had issued a warning that his emails had been hacked by Chinese spies, with both personal and campaign messages compromised, in addition to reading the emails of State Department workers.&nbsp;

Bacon, who is a Republican from Nebraska and serves on the House Armed Services Committee, shared a post on social media platform X on Monday to share the details.&nbsp;

As per reports, the same spies also exploited a Microsoft error for a month, from mid-May to mid-June, which corresponds to when the other breaches were allegedly committed, according to the investigators.&nbsp;

In the post, he said that he was told that the Chinese Communist Party had access to his accounts for about a month ending on June 16. Bacon said that the hack was the result of a "vulnerability in Microsoft software".&nbsp;

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Bacon said on X: "There were other victims in this cyber operation. The Communist government in China are not our friends and are very active in conducting cyber espionage."&nbsp;

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According to a Chinese Embassy spokesperson, the development is a "smear" and part of a "groundless narrative". The spokesperson also added that the US government had undercut China's sovereignty with recent arms sales to Taiwan, a self-governed island claimed by China.&nbsp;

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Republican US Representative Don Bacon said late Monday that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) had issued a warning that his emails had been hacked by Chinese spies, with both personal and campaign messages compromised, in addition to reading the emails of State Department workers.

Republican US Representative Don Bacon said late Monday that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) had issued a warning that his emails had been hacked by Chinese spies, with both personal and campaign messages compromised, in addition to reading the emails of State Department workers. Bacon, who is a Republican from Nebraska and serves on the House Armed Services Committee, shared a post on social media platform X on Monday to share the details. As per reports, the same spies also exploited a Microsoft error for a month, from mid-May to mid-June, which corresponds to when the other breaches were allegedly committed, according to the investigators. In the post, he said that he was told that the Chinese Communist Party had access to his accounts for about a month ending on June 16. Bacon said that the hack was the result of a "vulnerability in Microsoft software". Efforts by the CCP to undermine our critical infrastructure and infiltrate our networks are extremely concerning. We must be nimble to address the increasingly complex threats we face within the cyber domain, especially by our adversaries in Beijing. https://t.co/YiCeXaz49a — House Homeland GOP (@HomelandGOP) August 15, 2023 × It seemed to be a reference to the hacking operation that Microsoft revealed last month, which allegedly led to the theft of hundreds of thousands of emails from top US government figures, including Gina Raimondo, the US Commerce Secretary, and Nicholas Burns, the US Ambassador to China. Bacon said on X: "There were other victims in this cyber operation. The Communist government in China are not our friends and are very active in conducting cyber espionage." Plain and simple, the Chinese Communist Party is a bully. I will not back down. I will always stand up for freedom and human rights around the world. — Rep. Don Bacon 🇺🇸 (@RepDonBacon) August 15, 2023 × According to a Chinese Embassy spokesperson, the development is a "smear" and part of a "groundless narrative". The spokesperson also added that the US government had undercut China's sovereignty with recent arms sales to Taiwan, a self-governed island claimed by China. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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