In an incident of medical failure, the officials at the Toronto Zoo killed one of the giraffes while carrying out its castration on Thursday morning (July 25).&nbsp;

The staff at the Toronto Zoo announced the death of the animal and said they were heartbroken and “devastated” by the death of the two-year-old Matu, a Masai giraffe, who died while being under general anaesthesia for getting castrated.

“This is a very difficult announcement to make as our team is devastated and hurting. Our team did an incredible job carefully planning for this procedure for months,” said the zoo, in a statement.&nbsp;

“While under general anaesthesia during a castration procedure this morning he stopped breathing and passed away,” the zoo authorities further said.&nbsp;

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“As we shared yesterday, with any procedure under general anaesthesia we knew there would be risks, especially with large vertebrates. Our entire Toronto Zoo team is in mourning and we know this will be difficult news to process for our broader Zoo community,” it added.

They also said&nbsp;that grief counselling will be provided to the staff and an autopsy will be carried out on the animal to determine the cause of death.

<h2>Why was castration carried out on the giraffe?</h2>

The Toronto Zoo said that it was important to carry out castration on the Masai giraffe, who was named Matu, because it was entering its sexual maturity “and starting to get frisky with his mom.”

The zookeepers wanted to keep the giraffe with his mother and sisters and not isolate him and hence, took the decision to castrate him.

Because of a foot injury from the fall, they found it impossible to shift the giraffe to another facility.

“As we continue to learn about the importance of the individual animal’s experiences, physical health, behavioural health, and overall environment, we want to ensure that animals residing in our care are given every opportunity to thrive,” the press release stated.

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“In Matu’s case, it was decided the best thing for his wellbeing was to remain in his family group, alongside his mother and sister rather than being isolated, which led to the decision to perform this procedure," it added.

The team had collected the giraffe's living genetic material which will be kept in the facility’s biobank.

“While Matu is no longer with us, his contribution to the survival of his species can live on for future generations of Masai giraffes in managed populations,” the officials said.

(With inputs from agencies)

In an incident of medical failure, the officials at the Toronto Zoo killed one of the giraffes while carrying out its castration on Thursday morning (July 25). The staff at the Toronto Zoo announced the death of the animal and said they were heartbroken and “devastated” by the death of the two-year-old Matu, a Masai giraffe, who died while being under general anaesthesia for getting castrated.

In an incident of medical failure, the officials at the Toronto Zoo killed one of the giraffes while carrying out its castration on Thursday morning (July 25). The staff at the Toronto Zoo announced the death of the animal and said they were heartbroken and “devastated” by the death of the two-year-old Matu, a Masai giraffe, who died while being under general anaesthesia for getting castrated. “This is a very difficult announcement to make as our team is devastated and hurting. Our team did an incredible job carefully planning for this procedure for months,” said the zoo, in a statement. “While under general anaesthesia during a castration procedure this morning he stopped breathing and passed away,” the zoo authorities further said. Also Read: Giant kangaroos didn't hop on two legs, they walked on all fours in Australia “As we shared yesterday, with any procedure under general anaesthesia we knew there would be risks, especially with large vertebrates. Our entire Toronto Zoo team is in mourning and we know this will be difficult news to process for our broader Zoo community,” it added. They also said that grief counselling will be provided to the staff and an autopsy will be carried out on the animal to determine the cause of death. Why was castration carried out on the giraffe? The Toronto Zoo said that it was important to carry out castration on the Masai giraffe, who was named Matu, because it was entering its sexual maturity “and starting to get frisky with his mom.” The zookeepers wanted to keep the giraffe with his mother and sisters and not isolate him and hence, took the decision to castrate him. Because of a foot injury from the fall, they found it impossible to shift the giraffe to another facility. “As we continue to learn about the importance of the individual animal’s experiences, physical health, behavioural health, and overall environment, we want to ensure that animals residing in our care are given every opportunity to thrive,” the press release stated. Watch: Czech Republic's zoo officials: Ice to be distributed throughout summer “In Matu’s case, it was decided the best thing for his wellbeing was to remain in his family group, alongside his mother and sister rather than being isolated, which led to the decision to perform this procedure," it added. The team had collected the giraffe's living genetic material which will be kept in the facility’s biobank. “While Matu is no longer with us, his contribution to the survival of his species can live on for future generations of Masai giraffes in managed populations,” the officials said. (With inputs from agencies)

Castration of giraffe at Toronto Zoo goes wrong, animal dies under anaesthesia

The Metropolitan police in Britain on Thursday produced an individual and his eight accomplices in court for allegedly castrating other people and broadcasting the video on a website called 'eunuch maker'.

The Metropolitan police in Britain on Thursday produced an individual and his eight accomplices in court for allegedly castrating other people and broadcasting the video on a website called 'eunuch maker'. Marius Theodore Gustavson, 45, the lynchpin, originally hailing from Norway was arrested on Wednesday in London. Gustavson's gang reportedly operated in London, Scotland and South Wales. They recorded the entire 'castration' process on their cameras and later broadcast it on the website, charging money from subscribers for viewing the content. Gustavson has been charged with five counts of 'Grievous Bodily Harm' (GBH). He is also being tried for producing and distributing an inappropriate image of a child and possessing criminal property. WATCH | Gravitas: The UK is no more a great place to live × Documents submitted to Westminster Magistrates Court suggest that Gustavson has had his own leg, penis and nipple amputated. He attended the court hearing sitting in a wheelchair. While Peter Wates, Ion Ciucur, David Carruthers, Janus Atkin and Ashley Williams are accused of conspiring to perpetrate GBH, Jacob Crimi-Appleby, Nathaniel Arnold and Damien Byrnes have been charged with one count of GBH. All the charged men are said to be part of a subculture where people undergo extreme body modifications, including the removal of penises and testicles. ALSO READ | One arrested after Khalistani extremists vandalise Indian High Commission in UK According to police, the said voyeuristic activities took place between 2016 and 2022, relating to 13 victims which earned Gustavson & Co. almost £200,000. For the time being, all nine have been granted bail and asked to appear at the Old Bailey next month. None of the accused are yet to enter a plea to any of the charges. Meanwhile, the Met Police released a statement urging, "anyone who has had similar experiences to seek medical advice from their local sexual health clinic or GP". (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

UK: Gang arrested for castrating people, broadcasting it on ‘eunuch maker’ website

A horrific video has emerged which appears to show a Ukrainian prisoner of war being castrated by Russian fighters. The Ukrainian, according to local reports, was later murdered.

The minute-and-a-half-long video, which was originally posted on pro-Russian Telegram channels, purportedly shows a group of Russian soldiers or mercenaries using a knife to castrate the man, who was bound and gagged and whose fatigues resemble of Ukrainian Army, reports The Moscow Times newspaper.

WION has decided not to republish the video, considering the sensitivity of the incident. Also, it could not independently verify the authenticity of the clip which was being circulated on Telegram channels.

Though it could not be determined exactly when or where the footage was taken, several reports indicated that the gruesome act could have happened weeks before near the Azot chemicals plant in the eastern city of Sievierodonetsk.

Most of the fight in Sievierodonetsk has subsided since the Russian forces captured the city. According to reports, the victim served with a Chechen formation known as the Akhat battalion.

The video has triggered widespread shock and horror not only in Ukraine, but also the world over. Officials in Kyiv have vowed to punish the perpetrators.

Ukrainian presidential adviser Mykhailo Podolyak&nbsp;tweeted, “All the world needs to understand: Russia is a country of cannibals who enjoy torture and murder. But the fog of war will not help to avoid the punishment of the executioners. We identify everyone. We will get everyone.”

Reacting to the video, Australian former general and military analyst Mick Ryan tweeted, “In the last day or so, a video showing Russian soldiers conducting a hideous and repulsive act against a defenceless Ukrainian prisoner of war has circulated. While I will not amplify this, I wanted to provide some thoughts.”

“First, from a purely human level, I am sickened that one human will do this to another. It is a depraved and inhuman act – there is nothing that justifies it. Second, as a soldier, it breaks my heart to see a fellow soldier – now a non-combatant – being treated in such a way. No soldier deserves such disgusting treatment.”

(With inputs from agencies)

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A horrific video has emerged which appears to show a Ukrainian prisoner of war being castrated by Russian fighters. The Ukrainian, according to local reports, was later murdered.

A horrific video has emerged which appears to show a Ukrainian prisoner of war being castrated by Russian fighters. The Ukrainian, according to local reports, was later murdered. The minute-and-a-half-long video, which was originally posted on pro-Russian Telegram channels, purportedly shows a group of Russian soldiers or mercenaries using a knife to castrate the man, who was bound and gagged and whose fatigues resemble of Ukrainian Army, reports The Moscow Times newspaper. WION has decided not to republish the video, considering the sensitivity of the incident. Also, it could not independently verify the authenticity of the clip which was being circulated on Telegram channels. Though it could not be determined exactly when or where the footage was taken, several reports indicated that the gruesome act could have happened weeks before near the Azot chemicals plant in the eastern city of Sievierodonetsk. Most of the fight in Sievierodonetsk has subsided since the Russian forces captured the city. According to reports, the victim served with a Chechen formation known as the Akhat battalion. The video has triggered widespread shock and horror not only in Ukraine, but also the world over. Officials in Kyiv have vowed to punish the perpetrators. Ukrainian presidential adviser Mykhailo Podolyak tweeted, “All the world needs to understand: Russia is a country of cannibals who enjoy torture and murder. But the fog of war will not help to avoid the punishment of the executioners. We identify everyone. We will get everyone.” Reacting to the video, Australian former general and military analyst Mick Ryan tweeted, “In the last day or so, a video showing Russian soldiers conducting a hideous and repulsive act against a defenceless Ukrainian prisoner of war has circulated. While I will not amplify this, I wanted to provide some thoughts.” “First, from a purely human level, I am sickened that one human will do this to another. It is a depraved and inhuman act – there is nothing that justifies it. Second, as a soldier, it breaks my heart to see a fellow soldier – now a non-combatant – being treated in such a way. No soldier deserves such disgusting treatment.” (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Horrific video shows Russian soldiers castrating Ukrainian prisoner of war

Pakistan has removed a clause from a new criminal law that had allowed chemical castration as a possible punishment for serial rapists.

Pakistan drops chemical castration as penalty for repeat rape offenders

In an interesting twist, Pakistan government has amended the bill in the last minute and removed the castration clause. &nbsp;

The development comes on the recommendation of the Council of Islamic Ideology (CII), country’s law minister told journalist Adeel Warraich for his Youtube channel. &nbsp;

In the house, the clause on castration was omitted at the last moment while the bill was being passed. &nbsp;

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In an interaction with Adeel Warraich, an Islamabad-based journalist, Pakistan Federal Minister of Law and Justice Farogh Naseem said, “Chemical castration clause has been repealed in Anti-Rape Law recently. It was approved by the joint session of Parliament.” &nbsp;

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This seems to be a blatant example of the government succumbing to the pressure. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Earlier, Pakistan's parliament was looking to pass legislation that may subject sex offenders convicted of multiple rapes to chemical castration. It was passed with an aim to speed up convictions and impose tougher sentences. &nbsp;

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The bill was brought in after a public outcry against recent rise in incidents of rape of women and children. There was a growing demand for curbing crime effectively. &nbsp;

Almost a year ago, Pakistan President Arif Alvi had approved anti-rape ordinance that was cleared by Pakistan Cabinet. The ordinance called for chemical castration of rapists. &nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

In an interesting twist, Pakistan government has amended the bill in the last minute and removed the castration clause. The development comes on the recommendation of the Council of Islamic Ideology (CII), country’s law minister told journalist Adeel Warraich for his Youtube channel.

In an interesting twist, Pakistan government has amended the bill in the last minute and removed the castration clause. The development comes on the recommendation of the Council of Islamic Ideology (CII), country’s law minister told journalist Adeel Warraich for his Youtube channel. In the house, the clause on castration was omitted at the last moment while the bill was being passed. Also Read: Pakistan frees hardline Islamist under a deal to end violence In an interaction with Adeel Warraich, an Islamabad-based journalist, Pakistan Federal Minister of Law and Justice Farogh Naseem said, “Chemical castration clause has been repealed in Anti-Rape Law recently. It was approved by the joint session of Parliament.” Chemical castration clause repealed in Anti Rape Law recently approved by the joint session of Parliament. Farogh Naseem Revealed in Interview https://t.co/w1BQyPrRxY pic.twitter.com/wYEc7mjCDV — Adeel Warraich (@AdeelJavedCh) November 19, 2021 × This seems to be a blatant example of the government succumbing to the pressure. Earlier, Pakistan's parliament was looking to pass legislation that may subject sex offenders convicted of multiple rapes to chemical castration. It was passed with an aim to speed up convictions and impose tougher sentences. Also Read: Pak opposition slams Imran khan govt for convening joint session without consensus on electoral reforms The bill was brought in after a public outcry against recent rise in incidents of rape of women and children. There was a growing demand for curbing crime effectively. Almost a year ago, Pakistan President Arif Alvi had approved anti-rape ordinance that was cleared by Pakistan Cabinet. The ordinance called for chemical castration of rapists. (With inputs from agencies)

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