Here we bring you a quick round-up of all latest news, top headlines and international breakings from all across the globe, stay tuned with Gravitas for more!

Gravitas Global Headlines: International criminal court sends team to Ukraine

Australia will elect its next Prime Minister this weekend. China is dominating the election discourse. The Australian Government claims that a Chinese ship with spying capabilities has been spotted near the country's western coast. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: China's shadow over Australia's Election

Israel is going to practice 'military strikes on Iran. On May 29, it will commence the 'chariots of fire' drill, the largest drill in its history. Why was this exercise needed? What is it aimed at? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Israel to practice 'strikes' on Iran

Emmanuel Macron's government is set to challenge a city council's decision to permit burkinis in swimming pools. Can Macron strike a balance between secularism and religious expression? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: France mulls banning the Burkini

In March, 132 people had died in a plane crash in China. The aircraft had nosedived vertically from the skies. Reports now claim - the crash was intentional. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Did the pilot crash this Chinese plane?

A video of an Indian-American teen being bullied at a Texas school is going viral. What's worse, is that the school staff has reportedly suspended the victim for 3 days, the aggressor was given a 1-day suspension. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Indian-American teen bullied in Texas school

Customers were turned away at gas stations after Sri Lanka ran out of money to purchase fuel. The new Prime Minister has proposed three bitter pills to revive the Lankan economy. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Sri Lanka runs out of money to buy fuel

After holding out for nearly 90 days, the city of Mariupol surrendered to Russian forces. Hours later, Finland and Sweden officially submitted their application to join NATO. Palki Sharma tells you how Russia's war is changing European security considerations.

Gravitas: Finland and Sweden submit NATO application

China has begun building a second bridge in Pangong Tso. Reports say the PLA wants "multiple routes" to counter the Indian forces. What does China's provocations mean for India's strategic autonomy? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: China begins to build second bridge in Eastern Ladakh

Emmanuel Macron re-election as the President of France is being seen as a victory of French luxury fashion. Brands like Louis Vuitton and Balmain were cheering for Macron, they say Macron is good for their business. How? Palki Sharma Upadhyay brings you a report.

Gravitas: Is Macron's victory a win for French high-end fashion?

Gravitas Global Headlines: Ukraine ends Mariupol mission

Do you live in Switzerland? If you do, you are automatically an organ donor. According to new laws, every adult patient is presumed to be an organ donor, unless they specifically refuse to donate in their will. Molly Gambhir gets you a report.

Gravitas: Switzerland declares all adults as organ donors

Major anti-government protests have erupted in Iran. Prices of food staples have soared by as much as 300%. Reports say 5 people have died in a crackdown by authorities. Molly Gambhir tells you more.

Gravitas: Iran: 5 dead in massive anti-government protests

Elon Musk wants Twitter to prove that less than 5% of its users are bots. The billionaire says he won't proceed with his takeover until evidence is produced. Will Musk walk away from the Twitter deal? Molly Gambhir gets you the details.

Gravitas: Did Elon Musk troll Twitter CEO with a poop emoji?

Lebanon's Parliamentary elections have concluded, the Hezbollah & its allies have lost the majority. They have won just 62 seats, way less than the 71 seats they won last time. What does this mean? Who's going to call the shots in Lebanon? Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas: Lebanon's Parliamentary Polls conclude

China is facing a nightmare in Balochistan. Anti-China sentiments are growing in the province, as are attacks on Chinese nationals. As the situation worsens, many Chinese nationals are leaving Pakistan for their safety. Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas: Here's why Chinese nationals are leaving Pakistan

In his first address to the nation - Sri Lanka's new Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said his country has only one day of fuel left. Can a war cabinet save Sri Lanka? Molly Gambhir gets you the latest.

Gravitas: Sri Lanka has only one day of fuel left

Turkey opposed NATO's plan to admit Sweden and Finland as members of the military alliance. Is Erdogan using the opportunity to secure concessions from the West? What is the West willing to offer Turkey? Molly Gambhir tells you.

Gravitas: Turkey derails NATO's Nordic expansion

The fifth edition of WION's Global Summit focused on the pursuit of peace in a world permanently locked in conflict. Molly Gambhir brings you the top highlights.

Gravitas: Top highlights from WION Global Summit

Gravitas LIVE with Palki Sharma: Highlights from WION Global Summit 2022 - Waving the white flag on armed conflicts - Trade Wars: No long-term winners - Addressing the biggest challenge of our times

Gravitas LIVE with Palki Sharma: Highlights from WION Global Summit 2022

Gravitas Global Headlines: G7 nations say they are united in backing Ukraine

Twitter is in a state of turmoil. Elon Musk has temporarily put his $44 billion deal on hold. Twitter CEO Parag Aggarwal has fired two top executives. The company has also halted all new hirings. What's going on? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Elon Musk puts Twitter deal on hold

A female student in northern Nigerian college has been killed over her comments in a WhatsApp group which other students called blasphemous. Her body was also allegedly burned afterwards within the school premises. Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: Mob kills student over 'blasphemy' in Nigeria

North Korea has confirmed its first covid outbreak. Its state media says cases of an 'unidentified fever' are exploding. 350,000 people have reportedly been infected. North Korea has no vaccines. How will it fight the virus? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Covid cases are 'exploding' in North Korea

Satellite images showed Chinese missiles striking a replica of Taiwan's key naval base in the northeast. Is China preparing for war? What is the alliance of democracies doing in response? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: China blows up replica of Taiwan's naval base

Sri Lanka may have a new Prime Minister but the political turmoil is far from over. The people are still protesting. They want Gotabaya Rajapaksa to step down. Meanwhile religious leaders are opposing Ranil Wickremesinghe's appointment as PM. Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Lanka's new Prime Minister says protests should continue

Thousands in Argentina protested against the country's soaring inflation bringing the capital to a standstill. As protesters demand better jobs and wages, Palki Sharma tells you what this means for the future of Latin America's third-largest economy.

Gravitas: Argentines bring capital to standstill

Boris Johnson has asked his ministers to lay off 90,000 civil servants to fund his proposed tax cuts. Will Johnson's tax cuts ease the cost-of-living crisis in Britain? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Boris Johnson plans to cut 90,000 government jobs

Major US stocks lost more than $7 trillion in the first months of 2022 amid fears of a slowdown in America. Will the US drag the world into another recession? What does the global slowdown mean for India? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: US stocks lose $7 trillion in 2022

Finland's leaders have agreed to seek NATO membership 'without delay'. Russia has vowed to retaliate if Finland's membership bid is accepted. Will Putin invade Finland next? Why is NATO teasing Putin's red lines? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Will Russia invade Finland next?

Thailand is giving away 1 million cannabis plants for free as it decriminalises the drug. The country's health ministry aims to use cannabis to boos tourism & generate revenue. Which other countries have legalised weed? Palki Sharma reports.

Gravitas: Thailand is giving away 1 million cannabis plants

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