The United States has signed a civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia, a move being presented as an energy partnership but one that is raising serious strategic questions across West Asia. While Washington says the deal supports Saudi Arabia's civilian nuclear ambitions, critics warn it could reshape the regional balance of power.

The agreement has sparked concerns in Israel over nuclear proliferation, while questions remain about uranium enrichment restrictions, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) oversight, and whether the deal is linked to Saudi Arabia normalizing ties with Israel under the Abraham Accords.

US-Saudi Nuclear Deal Sparks Fears of Middle East Nuclear Arms Race | Israel, Iran on Edge

U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a highly unusual closed-door meeting at the White House, sparking intense speculation over the future of the Iran conflict.

Unlike previous meetings, there were no public remarks or joint press interactions before the talks. The White House released photographs only after the 90-minute meeting, raising questions about what was discussed behind closed doors.

Trump-Netanyahu Meeting: What's Really Changing on Iran?

US President Donald Trump has said that Venezuela is not yet ready for elections, while praising the country's recent economic progress, particularly its recovering oil industry. Trump credited Venezuela's acting leadership for improving oil production and claimed the country's economy had significantly recovered. However, he said elections would only take place when conditions are right. His remarks come as Venezuela continues to recover from devastating twin earthquakes that have claimed more than 5,398 lives, with thousands still displaced. At the same time, Caracas has announced its decision to permanently withdraw from the International

Trump on Venezuela Elections | Says country 'not ready yet' | US News 

Germany is witnessing its first major cabinet reshuffle under Chancellor Friedrich Merz after a political controversy forced a senior minister to resign. The shake-up follows the resignation of senior CDU leader Jens Spahn, triggering significant changes within Germany's federal government. Chancellor Merz has appointed new ministers and indicated that additional cabinet changes could follow in the coming days. The political overhaul comes as Germany faces economic challenges, declining public approval, and growing political pressure from the Alternative for Germany (AfD).

Germany in political turmoil | Friedrich Merz reshuffles Cabinet after minister's resignation

From India's NEET protest talks to rising tensions in West Asia, today's biggest international developments are making headlines.

In this bulletin:

CJP and the government hold another round of talks over the NEET paper leak protests.
Yemen's Houthi forces claim a missile strike on Saudi Arabia.
Donald Trump says the US will not finalize a Saudi nuclear deal without normalization with Israel.
Trump threatens action after the EU's billion-dollar fine on Google.
French wildfires force mass evacuations.
China reports deaths after a deadly landslide.
Netanyahu orders a new settler outpost in the occupied West Bank.

Watch the full roundup of the biggest global developments shaping world politics, diplomacy, conflict, and international affairs.

NEET Protest | Trump's Saudi Deal | Houthi Attack |Europe Wildfires | China Landslide | Wion News 

Bangladesh is entering another major political transition as President Mohammad Shahabuddin prepares to resign before completing his five-year term. According to official sources, Shahabuddin's resignation comes amid increasing political pressure linked to his long association with former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, whose Awami League government was removed during the 2024 student-led uprising. The move also comes as Sheikh Hasina has announced plans to return to Bangladesh later this year after being convicted by the country's war crimes tribunal—a verdict she strongly denies.

Bangladesh President Mohammad Shahabuddin resigns | political shake-up ahead of Hasina's return

US President Donald Trump has announced that the proposed civilian nuclear agreement between the United States and Saudi Arabia will only be approved if Riyadh recognizes the State of Israel by joining the Abraham Accords. Trump stated that the deal, which is limited to non-military civilian nuclear energy and prohibits uranium enrichment, is "totally subject" to Saudi Arabia becoming part of the Abraham Accords. The remarks have raised fresh questions over the future of US-Saudi relations and Middle East diplomacy, especially since the text of the agreement has not yet been released. Saudi Arabia has not officially responded to Trump's latest statement.

Trump makes Saudi Nuclear deal conditional on Israel recognition | Abraham Accords back in Focus


Panama has officially backed India's bid for a permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), calling India an essential voice for the Global South. In an exclusive interview with WION, Panama's Foreign Minister strongly supported comprehensive UN reforms, stating that the current global governance structure no longer reflects the realities of the 21st century.

The minister emphasized that India deserves a permanent seat on the UNSC while also advocating for permanent representation for Latin America. He further highlighted Panama's interest in expanding strategic ties with India through digital governance, innovation, technology, and education. Panama is also exploring the establishment of an IIT campus to serve the wider Latin American region.

Panama backs India’s UNSC permanent seat bid | Big boost for PM 

Venezuela's former President Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores are set to face trial in the United States after a federal judge scheduled the start of proceedings for June 1, 2027. The couple appeared in a US federal court more than six months after being captured during a US military operation. Maduro and Flores have pleaded not guilty to federal drug trafficking and firearms charges. The defense is expected to challenge the legality of their capture and argue claims related to immunity from prosecution.

The case has sparked strong reactions, with supporters of Maduro demanding his release while opponents accuse him of dictatorship and supporting criminal activities. Watch the latest updates on Maduro's US trial, Venezuela politics, international law, and global affairs.

US Court sets trial date for Venezuela's Nicolás Maduro and Wife | Drug Trafficking Case

Israel has delayed the public release of findings from internal investigations into alleged war crimes during the Gaza conflict. The postponed report reportedly covers several high-profile incidents, including strikes involving humanitarian aid workers. The delay comes as international scrutiny over Israel’s military operations and legal challenges at global courts continues to intensify.

Israel delays release of Gaza war crimes investigation findings amid international scrutiny

Israeli media reports claim several Arab leaders have privately urged US President Donald Trump to reconsider his support for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, reportedly viewing Netanyahu's government as an obstacle to broader Middle East diplomatic efforts. The reports come as discussions continue over Trump's regional plans and Israel's upcoming elections. Meanwhile, Israeli President Isaac Herzog has called for progress on normalising ties with Saudi Arabia, expressing hope for closer relations with Riyadh. Saudi Arabia had paused normalisation talks with Israel following the Gaza war and has maintained that any agreement depends on progress toward establishing an independent Palestinian state.

Israel-Saudi peace deal back in focus | Arab leaders raise concerns over Netanyahu

Across several countries, right-leaning political parties are increasingly being linked with symbols of patriotism and nationalism. Supporters argue these movements reflect national pride and sovereignty, while critics debate their broader political implications. In this edition of Race To Power, we explore how patriotic imagery is shaping political identities, influencing voter behavior, and becoming a key element of contemporary political campaigns around the world.

Global right parties are being associated with symbols of patriotism and nationalism

Armenian voters have backed Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, reinforcing the country's apparent shift toward closer ties with Europe. The outcome has drawn criticism from Moscow and intensified debate over Armenia's geopolitical future. This episode explores the election results, regional reactions, and the strategic implications for the South Caucasus.

Armenia Votes For Pro-EU Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, Moscow Cries Foul 

A famous Peruvian shaman makes striking predictions for 2026, including claims about the possible end of the Russia-Ukraine war and major global shifts. In this video, we break down the shaman’s key forecasts, their past accuracy, and how these predictions align with current geopolitical realities.


Peruvian Shamans perform rituals, make predictions for global politics 

With the Russian invasion of Ukraine last year, the world already witnessed how fault lines that existed for a long time between different power blocs bore prominence and continued to shape and reshape. Vladimir Putin, the Russian President, wary of the ever-spreading NATO, announced the ‘liberation’ of Donetsk and Luhansk, two regions in Ukraine bordering Russia.&nbsp;

Further, NATO’s hug to Finland as well as the recent adventurism by the Wagner Group amidst an all-out war, manifested in the coup attempt have only exacerbated Putin’s invincibility in Russia. However, the Wagner crisis seems to be averted for now but whether it will last long or not is yet to be answered.&nbsp;

Albeit the cold shoulder to Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Lithuanian capital, Vilnius, at the recent 2-day NATO summit, the regular and covert support to Ukraine coming straight from the US and its allies has kept Russians dwindling for a final solution in Ukraine.&nbsp; 
 
In the meantime, the biggest likely gainers are China and, to some extent, India. The pertinent query is whether India decides to yield the space open for China to manoeuvre things or compete with China to consolidate its own position in evolving international affairs.&nbsp;

China arrives with a bang but will the world even whimper?

Beijing has already upped the ante as it has embarked upon several diplomatic actions aimed at toppling the United States from the role of the global peacemaker or the diktat issuer. The signs are worrisome not only for the USA or its allies but also for India which has, though lately, decided to get over its meagre regional credentials and assume a global role.&nbsp;

Saudi-Iran deal: How did China snatch the pivotal position of US?

China recently brought two conventional belligerents - Saudi Arabia and Iran to a negotiation table and catalysed a deal sending worrying signs to the US, a key player in the Middle East. Previously, under Donald Trump’s presidency, the US unilaterally decided to pull out of the JCPOA- Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action- a deal between P5 (five permanent members of UNSC) plus Germany and Iran. It left Tehran with no option but to side with Beijing in the long run. 
 
The Saudi Arabian story also has got the US at its genesis. Before coming to the helm of affairs, Joe Biden vowed to act against the killers of Jamal Khashoggi, a fierce critic of Mohammad bin Salman, the Saudi Arabian prince, and the prospective ruler. Reports allege the involvement of MBS in Khashoggi’s assassination and thus Biden’s election plank seems to have taken Saudi-US relations to a new low. Preying on the evolving equations, Beijing stitched the two Islamic nations with the common thread of anti-Americanism.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-and-france-forge-new-indo-pacific-roadmap-to-promote-stability-sustainable-development-615777">ALSO READ| India, France draw up roadmap for balanced and stable order in Asia-Pacific region</a>

Russia- Ukraine conflict: China’s peacemaker moment

Major world powers expect Beijing to rein in Vladimir Putin so that the devastation in Europe gets arrested. In the backdrop of the West galvanising against Russian interests, Chinese influence, buoyed by the humongous economy, appears decisive in breaking the logjam and is likely to play as a saviour of Russian causes. Sanctioned by almost all the advanced economies, Moscow’s markets seek refuge in China’s deep pockets and Beijing in return gets Russia to play the unconventional second fiddle in the Sino-Russia relations.&nbsp;

France snubs US, China ends up with the last laugh

A disappointing end to the France-Australia submarine deal coupled with the formation of AUKUS has contributed negatively to the US-France relations. As the ties between Paris and Washington undergo restructuring, Paris has openly called off &nbsp;‘USA’s leadership’ in geopolitics. French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to China in April this year and his ‘America’s followers’ statement, not resonating well in the US, is a clear-cut sign that France under his watch might not toe the Pentagon’s line and may pursue a foreign policy with an unprecedented sense of autonomy.&nbsp;

India, the only silver lining for the developed and developing world

Well, perhaps the only country in the global south, which has remained committed to its longstanding abhorrence of taking sides is India. With few abstentions in the UN appearing pro-Russian, New Delhi smartly tried to turn the optics in its favour and smoothen its position by providing relief materials to Ukraine. Indian Prime Minister Modi’s ‘not the era of war’ remark to Putin resonated well in the Western media giving credibility and contributing to the legitimacy of India’s role as a peacemaker. Nonetheless, Russia too has identified India along with China as its ‘main’ allies in foreign policy strategy.&nbsp;

In China vs Europe, India takes the cake

As China flexes its might in the South China Sea violating the UNCLOS and preying upon regions like Hong Kong and Taiwan; sitting upon the crucial information pertaining to the origin of Covid; unleashing its debt-trap juggernaut to subjugate nations, Beijing falls behind New Delhi in getting perceived with the same degree of trust as India in Western Capitals.&nbsp; 
Also, the recent visit to the US by PM Modi and the grand treatment India got prefaces the big game the world is seeking to play with India taking the lead position.&nbsp;

Is India ready to play the leading role?

In order to play the protagonist in the big game of geopolitics, India will have to start from its backyard itself. New Delhi must ameliorate its efforts to become a more reliable partner for its neighbours by sending friendly signals to neighbouring capitals and undoing the strained ties.&nbsp; 
 
The world takes note of India due to its cultural robustness and vibrant cosmopolitanism. Taking India’s acceptance upwards, virtues as such are nowhere to be found in the Chinese discourse. However, along with keeping the heterogeneity of the society and tolerance intact, India needs to consolidate its democratic credentials further.&nbsp;

Despite China’s economic prowess, New Delhi stands out as the ultimate pacifier in the global south. It has a role to bridge the ever-expanding gap between the global South and the global North in the transitioning geopolitics. The strategic balance is well-poised between India and China in the choppy waters of international politics and the world must meticulously choose its navigator.

 
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With the Russian invasion of Ukraine last year, the world already witnessed how fault lines that existed for a long time between different power blocs bore prominence and continued to shape and reshape.

With the Russian invasion of Ukraine last year, the world already witnessed how fault lines that existed for a long time between different power blocs bore prominence and continued to shape and reshape. Vladimir Putin, the Russian President, wary of the ever-spreading NATO, announced the ‘liberation’ of Donetsk and Luhansk, two regions in Ukraine bordering Russia. Further, NATO’s hug to Finland as well as the recent adventurism by the Wagner Group amidst an all-out war, manifested in the coup attempt have only exacerbated Putin’s invincibility in Russia. However, the Wagner crisis seems to be averted for now but whether it will last long or not is yet to be answered. Albeit the cold shoulder to Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Lithuanian capital, Vilnius, at the recent 2-day NATO summit, the regular and covert support to Ukraine coming straight from the US and its allies has kept Russians dwindling for a final solution in Ukraine. In the meantime, the biggest likely gainers are China and, to some extent, India. The pertinent query is whether India decides to yield the space open for China to manoeuvre things or compete with China to consolidate its own position in evolving international affairs. China arrives with a bang but will the world even whimper? Beijing has already upped the ante as it has embarked upon several diplomatic actions aimed at toppling the United States from the role of the global peacemaker or the diktat issuer. The signs are worrisome not only for the USA or its allies but also for India which has, though lately, decided to get over its meagre regional credentials and assume a global role. Saudi-Iran deal: How did China snatch the pivotal position of US? China recently brought two conventional belligerents - Saudi Arabia and Iran to a negotiation table and catalysed a deal sending worrying signs to the US, a key player in the Middle East. Previously, under Donald Trump’s presidency, the US unilaterally decided to pull out of the JCPOA- Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action- a deal between P5 (five permanent members of UNSC) plus Germany and Iran. It left Tehran with no option but to side with Beijing in the long run. The Saudi Arabian story also has got the US at its genesis. Before coming to the helm of affairs, Joe Biden vowed to act against the killers of Jamal Khashoggi, a fierce critic of Mohammad bin Salman, the Saudi Arabian prince, and the prospective ruler. Reports allege the involvement of MBS in Khashoggi’s assassination and thus Biden’s election plank seems to have taken Saudi-US relations to a new low. Preying on the evolving equations, Beijing stitched the two Islamic nations with the common thread of anti-Americanism. ALSO READ| India, France draw up roadmap for balanced and stable order in Asia-Pacific region Russia- Ukraine conflict: China’s peacemaker moment Major world powers expect Beijing to rein in Vladimir Putin so that the devastation in Europe gets arrested. In the backdrop of the West galvanising against Russian interests, Chinese influence, buoyed by the humongous economy, appears decisive in breaking the logjam and is likely to play as a saviour of Russian causes. Sanctioned by almost all the advanced economies, Moscow’s markets seek refuge in China’s deep pockets and Beijing in return gets Russia to play the unconventional second fiddle in the Sino-Russia relations. France snubs US, China ends up with the last laugh A disappointing end to the France-Australia submarine deal coupled with the formation of AUKUS has contributed negatively to the US-France relations. As the ties between Paris and Washington undergo restructuring, Paris has openly called off ‘USA’s leadership’ in geopolitics. French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to China in April this year and his ‘America’s followers’ statement, not resonating well in the US, is a clear-cut sign that France under his watch might not toe the Pentagon’s line and may pursue a foreign policy with an unprecedented sense of autonomy. India, the only silver lining for the developed and developing world Well, perhaps the only country in the global south, which has remained committed to its longstanding abhorrence of taking sides is India. With few abstentions in the UN appearing pro-Russian, New Delhi smartly tried to turn the optics in its favour and smoothen its position by providing relief materials to Ukraine. Indian Prime Minister Modi’s ‘not the era of war’ remark to Putin resonated well in the Western media giving credibility and contributing to the legitimacy of India’s role as a peacemaker. Nonetheless, Russia too has identified India along with China as its ‘main’ allies in foreign policy strategy. In China vs Europe, India takes the cake As China flexes its might in the South China Sea violating the UNCLOS and preying upon regions like Hong Kong and Taiwan; sitting upon the crucial information pertaining to the origin of Covid; unleashing its debt-trap juggernaut to subjugate nations, Beijing falls behind New Delhi in getting perceived with the same degree of trust as India in Western Capitals. Also, the recent visit to the US by PM Modi and the grand treatment India got prefaces the big game the world is seeking to play with India taking the lead position. Is India ready to play the leading role? In order to play the protagonist in the big game of geopolitics, India will have to start from its backyard itself. New Delhi must ameliorate its efforts to become a more reliable partner for its neighbours by sending friendly signals to neighbouring capitals and undoing the strained ties. The world takes note of India due to its cultural robustness and vibrant cosmopolitanism. Taking India’s acceptance upwards, virtues as such are nowhere to be found in the Chinese discourse. However, along with keeping the heterogeneity of the society and tolerance intact, India needs to consolidate its democratic credentials further. Despite China’s economic prowess, New Delhi stands out as the ultimate pacifier in the global south. It has a role to bridge the ever-expanding gap between the global South and the global North in the transitioning geopolitics. The strategic balance is well-poised between India and China in the choppy waters of international politics and the world must meticulously choose its navigator. (Disclaimer: The views of the writer do not represent the views of WION or ZMCL. Nor does WION or ZMCL endorse the views of the writer.) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

In a transitioning world order, what are India's chances?

In the latest,&nbsp;the final picture regarding who wins control of the Senate seems to be favouring the Democrats in the US. In Turkiye, an explosion in central Istanbul has wreaked havoc with at least six&nbsp;dead and several others wounded. In other news, King Charles III led Remembrance Day as sovereign. Meanwhile, the co-founder of Indian startup, Dream11, has offered jobs to many who were fired from Twitter and Meta as part of mass layoffs.&nbsp;

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Nearly five days after the midterm elections closed in the US, the final picture regarding who wrestles control of the Senate finally seems to have cleared. In a&nbsp;remarkable outcome that defies&nbsp;all&nbsp;predictions of a Republican victory in both houses of the Congress,&nbsp;US media network projections have called the electoral race in Nevada in favour of Democrat leader Catherine Cortez Masto, paving way for Democrat control over the Senate again in 2023.&nbsp;

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Most households in the southern Ukrainian city of Kherson are still without electricity and water as utility companies struggle to repair crucial infrastructure damaged and mined by departing Russian forces, regional officials said on Sunday.&nbsp;

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At least 11 people have been injured and at least one dead in an explosion that occurred in central Istanbul on Sunday, according to local reports. Videos circulating on social media showed multiple people on the ground amid bomb wreckage.&nbsp;The video shows the arrival of the ambulance and police.

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In his first Remembrance Sunday ceremony as king, Charles III laid a wreath in memory of the country's and the Commonwealth's war dead, while the UK's&nbsp;new prime leader, Rishi Sunak praised Ukraine's defenders. In the past, the 73-year-old king filled in for his unwell mother Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away in September at the age of 96.

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Former Israel prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu was on Sunday (November 13) formally handed the mandate to form a new government. He pledged that he would seek national consensus. Netanyahu is back in power corridors after an election that saw Jewish far-rightists surging. This has caused worry at home and abroad.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/melania-trumps-lawyer-inches-closer-to-becoming-slovenias-first-woman-president-533754">Melania Trump's lawyer inches closer to becoming Slovenia's first woman president, polls say</a>

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Natasa Pirc Musar, the candidate with the highest&nbsp;chance of becoming Slovenia's first female president is a lawyer who has collaborated with former US President Donald Trump's wife, Melania Trump.&nbsp;Pirc Musar is running against seasoned conservative&nbsp;

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Recently, there has been an unprecedented number of mass layoffs across the world, including in big tech companies like Twitter and Meta which also announced that they fired thousands of people in the past few weeks. This has affected many, including Indians who form a large chunk of the workforce in the US’ Silicon Valley.&nbsp;

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In the latest, the final picture regarding who wins control of the Senate seems to be favouring the Democrats in the US. In Turkiye, an explosion in central Istanbul has wreaked havoc with at least six dead and several others wounded.

In the latest, the final picture regarding who wins control of the Senate seems to be favouring the Democrats in the US. In Turkiye, an explosion in central Istanbul has wreaked havoc with at least six dead and several others wounded. In other news, King Charles III led Remembrance Day as sovereign. Meanwhile, the co-founder of Indian startup, Dream11, has offered jobs to many who were fired from Twitter and Meta as part of mass layoffs. Click on the headlines to read more. Democrats retain control of US Senate with Cortez Masto's win in Nevada Nearly five days after the midterm elections closed in the US, the final picture regarding who wrestles control of the Senate finally seems to have cleared. In a remarkable outcome that defies all predictions of a Republican victory in both houses of the Congress, US media network projections have called the electoral race in Nevada in favour of Democrat leader Catherine Cortez Masto, paving way for Democrat control over the Senate again in 2023. Kherson rushing to restore critical infrastructure damaged by fleeting Russian forces Most households in the southern Ukrainian city of Kherson are still without electricity and water as utility companies struggle to repair crucial infrastructure damaged and mined by departing Russian forces, regional officials said on Sunday. Turkiye: Blast at busy Istiklal Street in Istanbul leaves at least six dead; several injured At least 11 people have been injured and at least one dead in an explosion that occurred in central Istanbul on Sunday, according to local reports. Videos circulating on social media showed multiple people on the ground amid bomb wreckage. The video shows the arrival of the ambulance and police. Britain's King Charles III leads first Remembrance Sunday as monarch In his first Remembrance Sunday ceremony as king, Charles III laid a wreath in memory of the country's and the Commonwealth's war dead, while the UK's new prime leader, Rishi Sunak praised Ukraine's defenders. In the past, the 73-year-old king filled in for his unwell mother Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away in September at the age of 96. Netanyahu invited to form new government, vows to be PM for ‘all citizens’ of Israel Former Israel prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu was on Sunday (November 13) formally handed the mandate to form a new government. He pledged that he would seek national consensus. Netanyahu is back in power corridors after an election that saw Jewish far-rightists surging. This has caused worry at home and abroad. Melania Trump's lawyer inches closer to becoming Slovenia's first woman president, polls say Natasa Pirc Musar, the candidate with the highest chance of becoming Slovenia's first female president is a lawyer who has collaborated with former US President Donald Trump's wife, Melania Trump. Pirc Musar is running against seasoned conservative Fantasy platform Dream11 co-founder offers jobs to people fired from Twitter, Meta and others Recently, there has been an unprecedented number of mass layoffs across the world, including in big tech companies like Twitter and Meta which also announced that they fired thousands of people in the past few weeks. This has affected many, including Indians who form a large chunk of the workforce in the US’ Silicon Valley. WATCH | PM Shehbaz Sharif meets Nawaz in London, delays return to Pakistan WATCH | US: Founder of crypto trading firm FTX was Democrats second biggest donor WATCH | India to double its trade with Russia, sharp rise in Russian crude imports WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Top 10 world news: Democrats retain control of US senate, Istanbul blast and more

After months of back-and-forth, United States President Donald Trump was recently acquitted of all charges. Earlier, Trump was impeached in the House, but this trajectory failed to hold its ground in the Senate, where the majority is Republicans, who voted to protect him. All this happened in the backdrop of the US going to elections in nine months.

Trump, a former businessman, became the third president in US history to survive an impeachment trial.

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The presidential limo waits for US&nbsp;President Donald Trump in front of the White House before the State of the Union address in Washington, US, February 4, 2020 | Reuters 
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On December 18, Donald Trump was charged with two articles of impeachment including abuse of power and the obstruction of Congress. The voting in the Senate happened mostly along party lines, as it earlier did in the Democratic majority House of Representatives.

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"President Trump has been totally vindicated and it's now time to get back to the business of the American people," Trump's campaign manager, Brad Parscale, said.

To be impeached in the Senate, Donald Trump required two-thirds majority in the 100-seat Senate, as per the US Constitution.

In the Senate, the call was close, as 52 people chose to acquit him, while 48 people voted in favour of the impeachment charge of abusing power.&nbsp;

The Democrats had accused Trump of abusing power by requesting Ukraine to investigate Joe Biden, Trump's Democratic rival. Mitt Romney was the only Republican Senator who voted to convict Trump on this charge, alongside the Democrats, none of whom voted to acquit.

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On the other charge of obstruction of Congress, the Senate voted 53-47 to acquit him. He was suspected of blocking witnesses and documents that were sought by the House. All Republicans voted to acquit him, while no Democrats did.

The voting process was overseen by the United States Chief Justice John Roberts, as senators voted one by one.

The president was not physically present there, and Reuters reported that he watched the whole process from his White House dining room along with his aides.

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At 10.30 PM IST (5 PM GMT) today, Donald Trump is expected to address the country, Trump said he would "to discuss our Country's VICTORY on the Impeachment Hoax!"

As always, the notorious president took to Twitter quickly and posted a video showing campaign signs 2024 onward upto eternity, dissolving into ''Trump 4EVA''. However, the US Constitution can easily prevent this, as no president is allowed to hold office for more than two elected four-year terms. 
 
According to the Democrats, the trial is a sham, for Republicans allowed no witnesses or new evidence.&nbsp;

Over the course of impeachment, Trump has repeatedly referred to it as an attempted coup and an attempt to reverse his 2016 victory.

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Protesters carry signs outside the Capitol in Washington, DC, on February 5, 2020, after the US Senate acquited the US president in his impeachment trial. The US Senate acquitted President Donald Trump of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress following a historic two-week trial | AFP 
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Even though Trump was acquitted, Democrats intend to go forward with the investigations still. According to Reuters, the Democrats want access to Trump's financial records.

Many Democrats hope that as more facts are unearthed, people would vote to not bring him back to power.

"No doubt, the president will boast he received total exoneration. But we know better. We know this wasn't a trial by any stretch of the definition," said Chuck Schumer, the top Senate Democrat.

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Approval ratings, which are considered the holy grail of US presidential politics, have kept Trump safe, with consistent numbers throughout his term. That's mostly owing to his core conservative supporters: caucasian men, rural Americans, evangelical Christians, and conservative Catholics.

Based on the data of Reuters/Ipsos poll, which happened on Monday, claims that 42 per cent American adults are happy with his performance, which 54 per cent expressed dismay.

As it turns out, his approval ratings remain unaffected by the impeachment trial, which yielded similar figures in September, when the inquiry was launched. He received 43 per cent approval and 53 per cent disapproval back then.

As the race to presidential elections gets stronger, Trump is expected to claim the Republican Party's nomination at the party convention in August.&nbsp;

A glimpse of his presidential vision was on display during the State of the Union address yesterday, whereby the theme was renewal of Americanism, economic independence and growth, alongside immigration policies that are hardline.

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After months of back-and-forth, United States President Donald Trump was recently acquitted of all charges. Earlier, Trump was impeached in the House, but this trajectory failed to hold its ground in the Senate, where the majority is Republicans, who voted to protect him.

After months of back-and-forth, United States President Donald Trump was recently acquitted of all charges. Earlier, Trump was impeached in the House, but this trajectory failed to hold its ground in the Senate, where the majority is Republicans, who voted to protect him. All this happened in the backdrop of the US going to elections in nine months. Trump, a former businessman, became the third president in US history to survive an impeachment trial. The presidential limo waits for US President Donald Trump in front of the White House before the State of the Union address in Washington, US, February 4, 2020 | Reuters On December 18, Donald Trump was charged with two articles of impeachment including abuse of power and the obstruction of Congress. The voting in the Senate happened mostly along party lines, as it earlier did in the Democratic majority House of Representatives. Also read: Donald Trump blasts New York City for protecting 'alien' who killed a 92-year-old woman "President Trump has been totally vindicated and it's now time to get back to the business of the American people," Trump's campaign manager, Brad Parscale, said. To be impeached in the Senate, Donald Trump required two-thirds majority in the 100-seat Senate, as per the US Constitution. In the Senate, the call was close, as 52 people chose to acquit him, while 48 people voted in favour of the impeachment charge of abusing power. The Democrats had accused Trump of abusing power by requesting Ukraine to investigate Joe Biden, Trump's Democratic rival. Mitt Romney was the only Republican Senator who voted to convict Trump on this charge, alongside the Democrats, none of whom voted to acquit. This still image taken from a US Senate webcast shows House impeachment manager Rep. Adam Schiff (D-CA) during the impeachment trial in the Senate Chamber at the US Capitol on February 3, 2020 in Washington, DC | AFP On the other charge of obstruction of Congress, the Senate voted 53-47 to acquit him. He was suspected of blocking witnesses and documents that were sought by the House. All Republicans voted to acquit him, while no Democrats did. The voting process was overseen by the United States Chief Justice John Roberts, as senators voted one by one. The president was not physically present there, and Reuters reported that he watched the whole process from his White House dining room along with his aides. Also read: US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi tears up text as Trump ends State of the Union address At 10.30 PM IST (5 PM GMT) today, Donald Trump is expected to address the country, Trump said he would "to discuss our Country's VICTORY on the Impeachment Hoax!" As always, the notorious president took to Twitter quickly and posted a video showing campaign signs 2024 onward upto eternity, dissolving into ''Trump 4EVA''. However, the US Constitution can easily prevent this, as no president is allowed to hold office for more than two elected four-year terms. According to the Democrats, the trial is a sham, for Republicans allowed no witnesses or new evidence. Over the course of impeachment, Trump has repeatedly referred to it as an attempted coup and an attempt to reverse his 2016 victory. Protesters carry signs outside the Capitol in Washington, DC, on February 5, 2020, after the US Senate acquited the US president in his impeachment trial. The US Senate acquitted President Donald Trump of abuse of power and obstruction of Congress following a historic two-week trial | AFP Even though Trump was acquitted, Democrats intend to go forward with the investigations still. According to Reuters, the Democrats want access to Trump's financial records. Many Democrats hope that as more facts are unearthed, people would vote to not bring him back to power. "No doubt, the president will boast he received total exoneration. But we know better. We know this wasn't a trial by any stretch of the definition," said Chuck Schumer, the top Senate Democrat. Also read: Maduro an illegitimate ruler, a tyrant who brutalizes his people: Trump in State of the Union address Approval ratings, which are considered the holy grail of US presidential politics, have kept Trump safe, with consistent numbers throughout his term. That's mostly owing to his core conservative supporters: caucasian men, rural Americans, evangelical Christians, and conservative Catholics. Based on the data of Reuters/Ipsos poll, which happened on Monday, claims that 42 per cent American adults are happy with his performance, which 54 per cent expressed dismay. As it turns out, his approval ratings remain unaffected by the impeachment trial, which yielded similar figures in September, when the inquiry was launched. He received 43 per cent approval and 53 per cent disapproval back then. As the race to presidential elections gets stronger, Trump is expected to claim the Republican Party's nomination at the party convention in August. A glimpse of his presidential vision was on display during the State of the Union address yesterday, whereby the theme was renewal of Americanism, economic independence and growth, alongside immigration policies that are hardline. EXPLAINED: What is the State of the Union address

US President Donald Trump acquitted of impeachment charges in Republican-majority Senate

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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) yesterday upped the ante on its efforts to boost tourism in the country by introducing a multiple-entry visa scheme for all nationalities. The visa will be valid for five years.

"#UAE Cabinet chaired by @HHShkMohd, approves new amendment for tourist visas in #UAE," the government of Dubai Media Office tweeted, referring to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/uae-entities-to-invest-up-to-7-billion-in-india-uae-food-corridor-piyush-goyal-256334">UAE</a> prime minister and ruler of Dubai.

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According to Sheikh Maktoum's Twitter handle, <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/uae-crown-prince-arrives-in-pakistan-to-boost-bilateral-ties-271674">the UAE</a> currently attracts 21 million tourists a year.

"The new tourist visa will be valid for 5 years and can be used for multiple entries and is open for all nationalities," the Dubai Media Office wrote.

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Before this provision was introduced, travellers from Africa, a few South American countries, many Arab states, and non-European Union European countries needed visas.

The deliberation and decision-making on the process happened during the cabinet's first meeting of the year which was chaired by Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.&nbsp;

No details regarding the visa application fee have been released yet.

(With inputs from AFP)

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) yesterday upped the ante on its efforts to boost tourism in the country by introducing a multiple-entry visa scheme for all nationalities.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) yesterday upped the ante on its efforts to boost tourism in the country by introducing a multiple-entry visa scheme for all nationalities. The visa will be valid for five years. "#UAE Cabinet chaired by @HHShkMohd, approves new amendment for tourist visas in #UAE," the government of Dubai Media Office tweeted, referring to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the UAE prime minister and ruler of Dubai. #UAE Cabinet chaired by @HHShkMohd, approves new amendment for tourist visas in #UAE. The new tourist visa will be valid for 5 years and can be used for multiple entries and is open for all nationalities. pic.twitter.com/T2gZolAkjy — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) January 6, 2020 × According to Sheikh Maktoum's Twitter handle, the UAE currently attracts 21 million tourists a year. "The new tourist visa will be valid for 5 years and can be used for multiple entries and is open for all nationalities," the Dubai Media Office wrote. Also read: UAE Crown Prince arrives in Pakistan to boost bilateral ties Before this provision was introduced, travellers from Africa, a few South American countries, many Arab states, and non-European Union European countries needed visas. The deliberation and decision-making on the process happened during the cabinet's first meeting of the year which was chaired by Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. No details regarding the visa application fee have been released yet. (With inputs from AFP)

In a bid to boost tourism, UAE launches multiple-entry visas for all

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/paralysis-in-iraq-as-protesters-harden-position-270033">Iraq's parliament</a> approved&nbsp;on Tuesday a new electoral law, a key demand of protesters to make elections fairer, but political deadlock is still holding up the selection of an interim prime minister.

Mass protests have gripped Iraq since October&nbsp;1 and protesters, most of them young, are demanding an overhaul of a political system they see as profoundly corrupt and keeping most Iraqis in poverty. More than 450 people have been killed.

"In the name of Iraq, and in the name of the Iraqi people, in the name of the martyrs, in the name of all those who sacrificed, in the name of the displaced, the law has been approved," Council of Representatives Speaker Mohammed al-Halbousi said after the vote.

Watch:&nbsp;Thousands protest in Iraq ahead of deadline to name new PM

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The new election law passed by parliament will allow voters to elect individual lawmakers instead of choosing from party lists and have each member of parliament represent a specific electoral district instead of groups of legislators representing entire provinces.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thousands-protest-in-iraq-as-deadline-for-new-pm-looms-269585">Protesters have demanded not just a new electoral law</a>, but also the removal of the entire political class and an independent prime minister with no party affiliation.

Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi resigned last month under pressure from the street demonstrations but has remained in office in a caretaker capacity. The constitutional deadline to name a replacement expired on Thursday.

Iraq's parliament approved on Tuesday a new electoral law, a key demand of protesters to make elections fairer, but political deadlock is still holding up the selection of an interim prime minister.

Iraq's parliament approved on Tuesday a new electoral law, a key demand of protesters to make elections fairer, but political deadlock is still holding up the selection of an interim prime minister. Mass protests have gripped Iraq since October 1 and protesters, most of them young, are demanding an overhaul of a political system they see as profoundly corrupt and keeping most Iraqis in poverty. More than 450 people have been killed. "In the name of Iraq, and in the name of the Iraqi people, in the name of the martyrs, in the name of all those who sacrificed, in the name of the displaced, the law has been approved," Council of Representatives Speaker Mohammed al-Halbousi said after the vote. Watch: Thousands protest in Iraq ahead of deadline to name new PM The new election law passed by parliament will allow voters to elect individual lawmakers instead of choosing from party lists and have each member of parliament represent a specific electoral district instead of groups of legislators representing entire provinces. Protesters have demanded not just a new electoral law, but also the removal of the entire political class and an independent prime minister with no party affiliation. Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi resigned last month under pressure from the street demonstrations but has remained in office in a caretaker capacity. The constitutional deadline to name a replacement expired on Thursday.

Individual leaders, not party politicians to lead Iraq as new election law comes to effect

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