The Palestinian health ministry said that at least 29 people were killed and more than 150 injured in the Gaza Strip in two separate attacks by Israel while they were waiting for aid on Thursday (Mar 14). In the first incident, eight people were killed and later at least 21 people were killed and more than 150 wounded, the health ministry added. Israel's military denied attacking the aid centres.

A dozen African nations were ‘severely’ impacted after several operators on Thursday reported failures in undersea internet cable networks. The cause of the disruption was not immediately clear.

In other news from around the world, former US president and current presidential frontrunner Donald Trump's latest bid&nbsp;to have the criminal charges for illegally holding onto classified government documents dismissed was rejected by a federal judge on Thursday.

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At least 29 people were killed and more than 150 injured in the Gaza Strip in two separate attacks by Israel while they were waiting for aid, said the health ministry of Hamas-ruled Gaza.&nbsp;In the first firing, eight people were killed after Israeli forces carried out an airstrike on Al-Nuseirat camp's aid distribution centre in the central Gaza Strip, said Palestinian health officials.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/internet-outages-spike-in-west-africa-amid-reports-of-subsea-cable-disruptions-700243">Internet outages spike in West Africa amid reports of subsea cable disruptions</a>

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At least a dozen African nations were ‘severely’ impacted after several operators on Thursday (Mar 14) reported failures in undersea internet cable networks. The cause of the disruption was not immediately clear but experts said it pointed to ‘something larger’.

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Donald Trump's latest bid to have the criminal charges for illegally holding onto classified government documents dismissed was rejected by a federal judge on Thursday (Mar 14).&nbsp;Donald Trump had asked the judge to dismiss the indictment against him on several fronts.&nbsp;

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In a landmark verdict, a Michigan jury on Thursday (March 14) convicted a father of manslaughter over the crimes of his child.&nbsp;James Crumbley, the father of a teenager who in 2021 killed four of his classmates in a mass shooting, has been found guilty after his wife Jennifer Crumbley was found culpable in a similar trial in February.

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The Palestinian health ministry said that at least 29 people were killed and more than 150 injured in the Gaza Strip in two separate attacks by Israel while they were waiting for aid on Thursday (Mar 14).

The Palestinian health ministry said that at least 29 people were killed and more than 150 injured in the Gaza Strip in two separate attacks by Israel while they were waiting for aid on Thursday (Mar 14). In the first incident, eight people were killed and later at least 21 people were killed and more than 150 wounded, the health ministry added. Israel's military denied attacking the aid centres. A dozen African nations were ‘severely’ impacted after several operators on Thursday reported failures in undersea internet cable networks. The cause of the disruption was not immediately clear. In other news from around the world, former US president and current presidential frontrunner Donald Trump's latest bid to have the criminal charges for illegally holding onto classified government documents dismissed was rejected by a federal judge on Thursday. Click on the headlines to read more: Hamas accuses Israel of killing 29 Gazans waiting for aid, Tel Aviv denies attacks At least 29 people were killed and more than 150 injured in the Gaza Strip in two separate attacks by Israel while they were waiting for aid, said the health ministry of Hamas-ruled Gaza. In the first firing, eight people were killed after Israeli forces carried out an airstrike on Al-Nuseirat camp's aid distribution centre in the central Gaza Strip, said Palestinian health officials. Internet outages spike in West Africa amid reports of subsea cable disruptions At least a dozen African nations were ‘severely’ impacted after several operators on Thursday (Mar 14) reported failures in undersea internet cable networks. The cause of the disruption was not immediately clear but experts said it pointed to ‘something larger’. Trump's bid to dismiss charges over classified US documents denied by judge he appointed Donald Trump's latest bid to have the criminal charges for illegally holding onto classified government documents dismissed was rejected by a federal judge on Thursday (Mar 14). Donald Trump had asked the judge to dismiss the indictment against him on several fronts. Michigan school shooter's father held accountable for son's crime, convicted on manslaughter charges In a landmark verdict, a Michigan jury on Thursday (March 14) convicted a father of manslaughter over the crimes of his child. James Crumbley, the father of a teenager who in 2021 killed four of his classmates in a mass shooting, has been found guilty after his wife Jennifer Crumbley was found culpable in a similar trial in February. Watch | Russian elections 2024: Who is on and off the ballot in Russia? ×

Morning brief: Hamas accuses Israel of killing 29 Gazans awaiting aid; internet outages in West Africa, & more

Amid increasing unrest in Haiti, the Biden administration is considering using Guantanamo Bay to handle Haitian migrants if there is a large-scale migration to the US. In other news,&nbsp;North Korean leader Kim Jong Un participated in a training session to operate recently developed battle tanks, urging the troops to intensify their preparations for potential conflict.&nbsp;A UN investigation has disclosed that Reuters journalist Issam Abdallah lost his life in Lebanon when an Israeli tank fired two 120 mm rounds at a gathering of journalists, an action deemed in violation of international law.

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Amid escalating turmoil in Haiti, the Biden administration is exploring the possibility of using&nbsp;Guantanamo Bay to process Haitian migrants in the event of a mass exodus to the US, according to a CNN report.

Guantanamo Bay, located approximately 321 kilometres&nbsp;from Haiti, has historically served as a migrant centre&nbsp;to accommodate and process migrants before repatriating them to Haiti or another country.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un took part in the training session to operate newly developed battle tanks and appealed to the troops to escalate their efforts to prepare for war, reported state media on Thursday (Mar 14).&nbsp;

The training of battle tanks in North Korea took place as the United States and South Korea began their annual 11-day military drills which will end later Thursday.&nbsp;

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Britain on Thursday (Mar 13) came up with a new definition of extremism, aiming to address a surge in hate crimes against Jews and Muslims following the Oct 7 Hamas attacks on Israel.&nbsp;

As per the UK's new definition of extremism, it "is the promotion or advancement of an ideology based on violence, hatred, or intolerance", that aims to negate or destroy the fundamental rights and freedoms of others; or undermine, overturn or replace the UK’s system of liberal parliamentary democracy and democratic rights; or intentionally create a permissive environment for others to achieve those results.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-report-finds-israels-killing-of-journalist-in-lebanon-a-clear-violation-of-international-law-699846">UN report finds Israel's killing of journalist in Lebanon a clear violation of international law</a>

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In a tragic incident last year, Reuters journalist Issam Abdallah was killed in Lebanon when an Israeli tank fired two 120 mm rounds at a group of journalists. This, a UN investigation has now revealed, violated international law.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-of-nonbinary-us-teen-after-school-fight-ruled-suicide-medical-examiner-confirms-699857">Death of nonbinary US teen after school fight ruled suicide, medical examiner confirms</a>

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Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old student from Oklahoma, who died&nbsp;one day after an altercation in a high school bathroom, died by suicide, according to the state's medical examiner. The examination report that identified Benedict as nonbinary and used they/them pronouns, cited a lethal combination of two different medications as the cause of death, reported CBS News.&nbsp;

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Amid increasing unrest in Haiti, the Biden administration is considering using Guantanamo Bay to handle Haitian migrants if there is a large-scale migration to the US.

Amid increasing unrest in Haiti, the Biden administration is considering using Guantanamo Bay to handle Haitian migrants if there is a large-scale migration to the US. In other news, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un participated in a training session to operate recently developed battle tanks, urging the troops to intensify their preparations for potential conflict. A UN investigation has disclosed that Reuters journalist Issam Abdallah lost his life in Lebanon when an Israeli tank fired two 120 mm rounds at a gathering of journalists, an action deemed in violation of international law. Click on the headlines to read more Biden administration weighs using Guantanamo Bay for Haitian migrant influx Amid escalating turmoil in Haiti, the Biden administration is exploring the possibility of using Guantanamo Bay to process Haitian migrants in the event of a mass exodus to the US, according to a CNN report. Guantanamo Bay, located approximately 321 kilometres from Haiti, has historically served as a migrant centre to accommodate and process migrants before repatriating them to Haiti or another country. North Korea's Kim Jong Un leads new war tank training in mock battle North Korean leader Kim Jong Un took part in the training session to operate newly developed battle tanks and appealed to the troops to escalate their efforts to prepare for war, reported state media on Thursday (Mar 14). The training of battle tanks in North Korea took place as the United States and South Korea began their annual 11-day military drills which will end later Thursday. Britain redefines 'extremism' in the face of rising hate crimes, critics call it a threat to free speech Britain on Thursday (Mar 13) came up with a new definition of extremism, aiming to address a surge in hate crimes against Jews and Muslims following the Oct 7 Hamas attacks on Israel. As per the UK's new definition of extremism, it "is the promotion or advancement of an ideology based on violence, hatred, or intolerance", that aims to negate or destroy the fundamental rights and freedoms of others; or undermine, overturn or replace the UK’s system of liberal parliamentary democracy and democratic rights; or intentionally create a permissive environment for others to achieve those results. UN report finds Israel's killing of journalist in Lebanon a clear violation of international law In a tragic incident last year, Reuters journalist Issam Abdallah was killed in Lebanon when an Israeli tank fired two 120 mm rounds at a group of journalists. This, a UN investigation has now revealed, violated international law. Death of nonbinary US teen after school fight ruled suicide, medical examiner confirms Nex Benedict, a 16-year-old student from Oklahoma, who died one day after an altercation in a high school bathroom, died by suicide, according to the state's medical examiner. The examination report that identified Benedict as nonbinary and used they/them pronouns, cited a lethal combination of two different medications as the cause of death, reported CBS News.

Morning news brief: Kim Jong Un rides a tank; Britain redefines 'extremism', and more

US President Joe Biden has expressed hope that a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas may happen as soon as 'by next Monday', meaning that Gaza may finally be devoid of conventional warfare this Ramadan. Meanwhile, Donald Trump has appealed the $355 million fine imposed on him by a New York court earlier this month.&nbsp;

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US President Joe Biden on Monday expressed hope for a ceasefire in Gaza, which he said may happen by the beginning of next week.

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Former US president Donald Trump has appealed the $355 million fine imposed on him by a New York court earlier this month. The Republican leader was found guilty of manipulating the values of his properties to obtain favourable court conditions.&nbsp; 
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At a gathering of 20 European leaders in Paris, France President Emmanuel Macron expressed his reluctance to dismiss the possibility of deploying ground troops to Ukraine. The meeting, convened primarily to bolster the European response to Russia's military advancements in Ukraine, highlighted the absence of a unanimous stance on this matter. 
 
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Pentagon has given a clean chit to US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin over his secret hospitalisations related to his cancer diagnosis. In a three-page concluding report released on Monday (Feb 26), the Pentagon said it found no&nbsp;"indication of ill intent or an attempt to obfuscate" by Austin or his staff.&nbsp;

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Hungary's parliament on Monday (Feb 26) ratified Sweden's bid to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The parliament has cleared the final obstacle for the expansion of the military alliance spurred by Russia's invasion of Ukraine.&nbsp; 
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Researchers from University College London (UCL) and Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust have unveiled a potential connection between gut bacteria and sight loss in certain inherited eye diseases.

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<img alt="main img" src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2024/02/27/414688-mohammed-shami-1.png?imwidth=400" />Team India’s ODI World Cup star, Mohammed Shami has successfully undergone an Achilles tendon surgery in London. Shami posted pictures of him recovering in the hospital on his social media handle. Shami, one of India’s prime performers during the ODI World Cup in the homeland, has been out of action for a few months. He last represented the national side in the&nbsp;ODI World Cup final where Team India lost. He&nbsp;scalped a total of 24 wickets in the tournament.

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The manslaughter trial of actor Alec Baldwin over a shooting incident on the set of his film&nbsp;Rust&nbsp;will begin in July. The actor, who is also the producer and star of the film, was charged in January earlier this year for his alleged role in the death of cinematographer&nbsp;Halyna Hutchins.&nbsp;

US President Joe Biden has expressed hope that a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas may happen as soon as 'by next Monday', meaning that Gaza may finally be devoid of conventional warfare this Ramadan.

US President Joe Biden has expressed hope that a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas may happen as soon as 'by next Monday', meaning that Gaza may finally be devoid of conventional warfare this Ramadan. Meanwhile, Donald Trump has appealed the $355 million fine imposed on him by a New York court earlier this month. Click here to read more: Israel-Hamas war: Biden expresses hope, says a ceasefire may happen 'by next Monday' US President Joe Biden on Monday expressed hope for a ceasefire in Gaza, which he said may happen by the beginning of next week. Trump appeals $355 million civil fraud judgement as penalty amount rises Former US president Donald Trump has appealed the $355 million fine imposed on him by a New York court earlier this month. The Republican leader was found guilty of manipulating the values of his properties to obtain favourable court conditions. Macron declares readiness to deploy troops in Ukraine, urges Europe's unity At a gathering of 20 European leaders in Paris, France President Emmanuel Macron expressed his reluctance to dismiss the possibility of deploying ground troops to Ukraine. The meeting, convened primarily to bolster the European response to Russia's military advancements in Ukraine, highlighted the absence of a unanimous stance on this matter. Pentagon gives clean chit to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on secret hospitalisations Pentagon has given a clean chit to US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin over his secret hospitalisations related to his cancer diagnosis. In a three-page concluding report released on Monday (Feb 26), the Pentagon said it found no "indication of ill intent or an attempt to obfuscate" by Austin or his staff. Hungary’s parliament ratifies Sweden’s NATO bid, Swedish Prime Minister calls it ‘historic day’ Hungary's parliament on Monday (Feb 26) ratified Sweden's bid to join the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The parliament has cleared the final obstacle for the expansion of the military alliance spurred by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Scientists discover gut bacteria's role in genetically-linked vision loss Researchers from University College London (UCL) and Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust have unveiled a potential connection between gut bacteria and sight loss in certain inherited eye diseases. Mohammed Shami successfully undergoes Achilles tendon surgery in London, set to miss IPL 2024 for GT Team India’s ODI World Cup star, Mohammed Shami has successfully undergone an Achilles tendon surgery in London. Shami posted pictures of him recovering in the hospital on his social media handle. Shami, one of India’s prime performers during the ODI World Cup in the homeland, has been out of action for a few months. He last represented the national side in the ODI World Cup final where Team India lost. He scalped a total of 24 wickets in the tournament. Alec Baldwin's manslaughter trial in Rust shooting case to begin in July The manslaughter trial of actor Alec Baldwin over a shooting incident on the set of his film Rust will begin in July. The actor, who is also the producer and star of the film, was charged in January earlier this year for his alleged role in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.

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The "Dilli Chalo" (let's go to Delhi) march, which is a&nbsp;farmers' protest against the Indian government, has been put on hold till February 21 after&nbsp;fourth round of talks&nbsp;between farmer unions and central ministers on Sunday (Feb 18). The talks in Chandigarh started at around 8.15 pm on Sunday and ended at around 1 am on Monday.

In the United States, a man in Minnesota shot dead two police officers and one paramedic. The man barricaded himself inside a house in Burnsville with multiple children early on Sunday morning. Three first responders were killed and one other was injured when the confrontation turned into a gunfight.

In other news from around the world, the crisis in the Red Sea escalated with the United States saying that its forces in the Red Sea region conducted five "self-defence strikes" against three anti-ship cruise missiles as well as one unmanned underwater vessel (UUV) and an unmanned surface vessel (USV) in the Yemeni territories.&nbsp;

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A fourth round of talks was held between the Union ministers and farmer leaders on Sunday (Feb 18). Agriculture and Farmer Welfare Minister Arjun Munda, Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal and Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai arrived at Mahatma Gandhi Institute in Sector 26 in Chandigarh for the meeting which started at 8.15 pm and ended at around 1 am on Monday (Feb 19).

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A domestic abuse incident escalated into a deadly armed encounter in the US state of Minnesota on Sunday (Feb 18) after a man shot dead two Burnsville police officers and one paramedic.&nbsp;The shooter, who has not yet been publicly identified, barricaded himself inside a house in Burnsville with multiple children early on Sunday morning.&nbsp;

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The United States said that its forces in the Red Sea region conducted five "self defense strikes" against three anti-ship cruise missiles as well as one unmanned underwater vessel (UUV) and an unmanned surface vessel (USV) in the Yemeni territories controlled by the country's Houthi rebels.&nbsp;

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Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Sunday (Feb 18) accused Israel of committing "genocide" against Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas.&nbsp;He further drew a comparison between Israeli military actions and Adolf Hitler's campaign to exterminate the Jewish people.

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The "Dilli Chalo" (let's go to Delhi) march, which is a farmers' protest against the Indian government, has been put on hold till February 21 after fourth round of talks between farmer unions and central ministers on Sunday (Feb 18).

The "Dilli Chalo" (let's go to Delhi) march, which is a farmers' protest against the Indian government, has been put on hold till February 21 after fourth round of talks between farmer unions and central ministers on Sunday (Feb 18). The talks in Chandigarh started at around 8.15 pm on Sunday and ended at around 1 am on Monday. In the United States, a man in Minnesota shot dead two police officers and one paramedic. The man barricaded himself inside a house in Burnsville with multiple children early on Sunday morning. Three first responders were killed and one other was injured when the confrontation turned into a gunfight. In other news from around the world, the crisis in the Red Sea escalated with the United States saying that its forces in the Red Sea region conducted five "self-defence strikes" against three anti-ship cruise missiles as well as one unmanned underwater vessel (UUV) and an unmanned surface vessel (USV) in the Yemeni territories. Click on the headlines to read more: Farmers' protest: 5-year plan to buy pulses, maize at MSP proposed; march into Delhi put on hold till Feb 21 A fourth round of talks was held between the Union ministers and farmer leaders on Sunday (Feb 18). Agriculture and Farmer Welfare Minister Arjun Munda, Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal and Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai arrived at Mahatma Gandhi Institute in Sector 26 in Chandigarh for the meeting which started at 8.15 pm and ended at around 1 am on Monday (Feb 19). Two officers, one medic shot dead during US domestic dispute call A domestic abuse incident escalated into a deadly armed encounter in the US state of Minnesota on Sunday (Feb 18) after a man shot dead two Burnsville police officers and one paramedic. The shooter, who has not yet been publicly identified, barricaded himself inside a house in Burnsville with multiple children early on Sunday morning. Red Sea crisis: Houthis use unmanned underwater vessels for first time, US says The United States said that its forces in the Red Sea region conducted five "self defense strikes" against three anti-ship cruise missiles as well as one unmanned underwater vessel (UUV) and an unmanned surface vessel (USV) in the Yemeni territories controlled by the country's Houthi rebels. Brazilian President Lula accuses Israel of 'genocide' in Gaza, Netanyahu responds Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Sunday (Feb 18) accused Israel of committing "genocide" against Palestinian civilians in the Gaza Strip amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. He further drew a comparison between Israeli military actions and Adolf Hitler's campaign to exterminate the Jewish people. Watch | Afghan province orders officials not to photograph living things ×

Morning brief: India farmers' protest paused; three shot dead in Minnesota, and more

In the latest,&nbsp;General Oleksandr Tarnavsky of Ukraine announced that Ukrainian forces had pulled out from the eastern town of Avdiivka. In other news, former US President Donald Trump has been ordered to pay $354.9 million to the state of New York in penalties.&nbsp;In India's foreign policy realm, External Affairs Minister S&nbsp;Jaishankar held talks with his Canadian counterpart and the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-withdraws-forces-from-avdiivka-hours-after-signing-french-security-deal-691084">Ukraine withdraws forces from Avdiivka, hours after signing French security deal</a>

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Ukraine's General Oleksandr Tarnavsky early on Saturday (Feb 17) said that the Ukrainian forces withdrew from the eastern town of Avdiivka, where the situation had considerably deteriorated in the past few days. The step was taken by Ukraine, hours after it signed the French security deal.

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Former United States president and current presidential hopeful Donald Trump has been ordered to pay $354.9 million to the state of New York in penalties for fraudulently overstating his net worth to dupe lenders, a judge ruled on Friday (Feb 16). According to a report by the news agency Reuters, Justice Arthur Engoron also banned Trump from serving as an officer or director of any New York corporation for three years.

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Russia's opposition leader and President Vladimir Putin's ardent critic Alexei Navalny had spent his last few weeks in a penal colony above the Arctic Circle before he reportedly died due to blood clotting.

Various&nbsp;rights groups as well as Western nations had widely condemned his 19-year prison sentence, which was seen by many as a punishment for trying to cross President Vladimir Putin.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-s-jaishankar-meets-canadian-fm-blinken-in-munich-to-discuss-bilateral-ties-691096">India: S Jaishankar meets Canadian FM, Blinken in Munich to discuss bilateral ties</a>

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India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar engaged in discussions with Canadian counterpart Melanie Joly during the Munich Security Conference on Friday (Feb 16).&nbsp;The focus of their dialogue encompassed the current state of bilateral relations and global dynamics, amid strains arising from allegations made by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau against India regarding the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-successfully-launches-new-h3-rocket-following-setback-last-year-691091">Japan successfully launches new H3 rocket following setback last year</a>

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Japan's space agency achieved a significant milestone on Saturday (Feb 17) with the successful launch of the second test model of its latest flagship rocket, the H3.

This achievement comes as a welcome boost to Japan's space endeavours following the setback of last year's inaugural flight failure, reported&nbsp;Reuters.&nbsp;

In the latest, General Oleksandr Tarnavsky of Ukraine announced that Ukrainian forces had pulled out from the eastern town of Avdiivka. In other news, former US President Donald Trump has been ordered to pay $354.

In the latest, General Oleksandr Tarnavsky of Ukraine announced that Ukrainian forces had pulled out from the eastern town of Avdiivka. In other news, former US President Donald Trump has been ordered to pay $354.9 million to the state of New York in penalties. In India's foreign policy realm, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar held talks with his Canadian counterpart and the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken. Click on the headlines to read more. Ukraine withdraws forces from Avdiivka, hours after signing French security deal Ukraine's General Oleksandr Tarnavsky early on Saturday (Feb 17) said that the Ukrainian forces withdrew from the eastern town of Avdiivka, where the situation had considerably deteriorated in the past few days. The step was taken by Ukraine, hours after it signed the French security deal. New York fraud case: Trump ordered to pay nearly $355 mn, he is barred from doing business in state for 3 years Former United States president and current presidential hopeful Donald Trump has been ordered to pay $354.9 million to the state of New York in penalties for fraudulently overstating his net worth to dupe lenders, a judge ruled on Friday (Feb 16). According to a report by the news agency Reuters, Justice Arthur Engoron also banned Trump from serving as an officer or director of any New York corporation for three years. 'From Ho-ho-ho to I love you': Here's how Putin critic Alexei Navalny described his last days in Arctic prison Russia's opposition leader and President Vladimir Putin's ardent critic Alexei Navalny had spent his last few weeks in a penal colony above the Arctic Circle before he reportedly died due to blood clotting. Various rights groups as well as Western nations had widely condemned his 19-year prison sentence, which was seen by many as a punishment for trying to cross President Vladimir Putin. India: S Jaishankar meets Canadian FM, Blinken in Munich to discuss bilateral ties India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar engaged in discussions with Canadian counterpart Melanie Joly during the Munich Security Conference on Friday (Feb 16). The focus of their dialogue encompassed the current state of bilateral relations and global dynamics, amid strains arising from allegations made by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau against India regarding the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Japan successfully launches new H3 rocket following setback last year Japan's space agency achieved a significant milestone on Saturday (Feb 17) with the successful launch of the second test model of its latest flagship rocket, the H3. This achievement comes as a welcome boost to Japan's space endeavours following the setback of last year's inaugural flight failure, reported Reuters.

Morning news brief: Ukraine withdraws forces from Avdiivka, S Jaishankar in Munich, and more

United States President Joe Biden on Thursday (Feb 15) warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against his plan to launch an offensive in the Gaza Strip's Rafah without any concrete plan to ensure the safety of the civilians. In a statement, the White House said that President Biden reiterated his view that a military operation should not proceed without a credible and executable plan for ensuring the safety of and support for the civilians in Rafah.

In India, a Bharat Bandh (nationwide strike) is being observed on Friday. The strike has been called by trade unions and farmers who are protesting against the government over many issues, including the government setting a minimum price for all their produce. Security has been tightened in New Delhi and surrounding regions amid the strike. The Bandh comes a day after farmer leaders held a meeting with Indian ministers and addressed their grievances.&nbsp;

In other news from around the world, Fani Willis, the lead prosecutor in the Georgia election case involving Donald Trump, faced intense scrutiny over her relationship with fellow prosecutor Nathan Wade during a hearing on Thursday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-biden-warns-netanyahu-against-rafah-offensive-in-a-fresh-call-690752">Israel-Hamas war: Biden warns Netanyahu against Rafah offensive in a fresh call</a>

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United States President Joe Biden held a telephonic conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday (Feb 15), in which he warned the latter against Israel's plan to launch an operation in the Gaza&nbsp;city of Rafah without any concrete plan to ensure the safety of the civilians.

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Protesting farmers in India called for a Bharath Bandh (nationwide strike) on Friday (Feb 16) as part of their 'Dilli&nbsp;Chalo' agitation- a march by farmers from the state of Punjab to the national capital to press their demands that the government set a minimum price for all their produce to ensure they can sustain their livelihood.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/georgia-election-case-trump-prosecutor-fani-willis-accuses-defense-of-lying-in-testimony-690741">Georgia election case: Trump prosecutor Fani Willis accuses defence of lying in testimony</a>

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Fani Willis, the lead prosecutor in the Georgia election case involving Donald Trump, faced intense scrutiny over her relationship with fellow prosecutor Nathan Wade during a contentious hearing on Thursday (Feb 15). The defence alleged that her association with Wade, whom she appointed, presented a conflict of interest that could undermine the charges against Trump.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-a-landmark-decision-greece-legalises-same-sex-marriage-690771">In a landmark decision, Greece legalises same-sex marriage</a>

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In a historic decision, the Greek parliament on Thursday (Feb 15) passed a law which legalised same-sex marriage and made it the first majority Orthodox Christian country where marriage equality for all has been established.

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United States President Joe Biden on Thursday (Feb 15) warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against his plan to launch an offensive in the Gaza Strip's Rafah without any concrete plan to ensure the safety of the civilians. In a statement, the White House said that President Biden reiterated his view that a military operation should not proceed without a credible and executable plan for ensuring the safety of and support for the civilians in Rafah. In India, a Bharat Bandh (nationwide strike) is being observed on Friday. The strike has been called by trade unions and farmers who are protesting against the government over many issues, including the government setting a minimum price for all their produce. Security has been tightened in New Delhi and surrounding regions amid the strike. The Bandh comes a day after farmer leaders held a meeting with Indian ministers and addressed their grievances. In other news from around the world, Fani Willis, the lead prosecutor in the Georgia election case involving Donald Trump, faced intense scrutiny over her relationship with fellow prosecutor Nathan Wade during a hearing on Thursday. Click on the headlines to read more: Israel-Hamas war: Biden warns Netanyahu against Rafah offensive in a fresh call United States President Joe Biden held a telephonic conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday (Feb 15), in which he warned the latter against Israel's plan to launch an operation in the Gaza city of Rafah without any concrete plan to ensure the safety of the civilians. Bharat Bandh today: Protesting Indian farmers call for strike, say demonstrations will continue peacefully Protesting farmers in India called for a Bharath Bandh (nationwide strike) on Friday (Feb 16) as part of their 'Dilli Chalo' agitation- a march by farmers from the state of Punjab to the national capital to press their demands that the government set a minimum price for all their produce to ensure they can sustain their livelihood. Georgia election case: Trump prosecutor Fani Willis accuses defence of lying in testimony Fani Willis, the lead prosecutor in the Georgia election case involving Donald Trump, faced intense scrutiny over her relationship with fellow prosecutor Nathan Wade during a contentious hearing on Thursday (Feb 15). The defence alleged that her association with Wade, whom she appointed, presented a conflict of interest that could undermine the charges against Trump. In a landmark decision, Greece legalises same-sex marriage In a historic decision, the Greek parliament on Thursday (Feb 15) passed a law which legalised same-sex marriage and made it the first majority Orthodox Christian country where marriage equality for all has been established. Watch | Indian websites faced 5.14 bn cyberattacks in 2023, says report ×

Morning brief: Biden warns Netanyahu against Rafah offensive; Bharat Bandh today, and more

Qatar freed eight Indian sailors who were arrested in Aug 2022 and kept in detention without specifying the crimes committed by them. On Monday (Feb 12), the Indian government&nbsp;welcomed the release of the sailors, saying that seven of them returned to India. The whereabouts of the remaining sailor were not immediately known.

Israel is carrying out a special operation in the Gaza Strip's Rafah, as its war&nbsp;with Hamas militants drags on. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) claimed it had managed to safely rescue two hostages from Hamas captivity in Rafah.&nbsp;The two freed hostages were identified as&nbsp;Fernando Simon Marman (age 60) and Norberto Louis Har (age 70).

In other news from around the world,&nbsp;US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin has been re-hospitalised due to an “emergent bladder issue.”

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India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), in a statement on early Monday (Feb 12), said that it welcomed the release of eight Indian nationals who were detained in Qatar, saying that seven have returned to India. Videos of the sailors exiting the airport went viral on social media as netizens applauded the government for its deft diplomacy.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-rescues-two-hostages-from-rafah-in-special-operation-689324">Israel rescues two hostages from Rafah in special operation</a>

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The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Monday (Feb 12) claimed it had managed to safely rescue two hostages from Hamas captivity during a special operation in Gaza's southern city of Rafah, according to a report in&nbsp;The Times of Israel.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-defense-secretary-lloyd-austin-hospitalised-again-pentagon-releases-statement-689313">US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin re-hospitalised; Pentagon issues statement</a>

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US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin has been hospitalised at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center yet again due to an “emergent bladder issue”, the Pentagon said in a statement on Sunday (Feb 11).&nbsp;

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Haryana's Manohar Lal Khattar-led government has ramped up security measures in the state in order to prevent the Punjab farmers from marching to Delhi who are set to stage the ‘Delhi Chalo’ demonstration on Tuesday (Feb 13).

Watch |&nbsp;US Senate advances $95 billion bill for aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan

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Qatar freed eight Indian sailors who were arrested in Aug 2022 and kept in detention without specifying the crimes committed by them. On Monday (Feb 12), the Indian government welcomed the release of the sailors, saying that seven of them returned to India.

Qatar freed eight Indian sailors who were arrested in Aug 2022 and kept in detention without specifying the crimes committed by them. On Monday (Feb 12), the Indian government welcomed the release of the sailors, saying that seven of them returned to India. The whereabouts of the remaining sailor were not immediately known. Israel is carrying out a special operation in the Gaza Strip's Rafah, as its war with Hamas militants drags on. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) claimed it had managed to safely rescue two hostages from Hamas captivity in Rafah. The two freed hostages were identified as Fernando Simon Marman (age 60) and Norberto Louis Har (age 70). In other news from around the world, US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin has been re-hospitalised due to an “emergent bladder issue.” Click on the headlines to read more: 'We waited 18 months': Freed sailors after returning to India from Qatar India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), in a statement on early Monday (Feb 12), said that it welcomed the release of eight Indian nationals who were detained in Qatar, saying that seven have returned to India. Videos of the sailors exiting the airport went viral on social media as netizens applauded the government for its deft diplomacy. Israel rescues two hostages from Rafah in special operation The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) on Monday (Feb 12) claimed it had managed to safely rescue two hostages from Hamas captivity during a special operation in Gaza's southern city of Rafah, according to a report in The Times of Israel. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin re-hospitalised; Pentagon issues statement US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin has been hospitalised at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center yet again due to an “emergent bladder issue”, the Pentagon said in a statement on Sunday (Feb 11). India: Haryana govt converts two stadiums into makeshift prisons ahead of farmers' march Haryana's Manohar Lal Khattar-led government has ramped up security measures in the state in order to prevent the Punjab farmers from marching to Delhi who are set to stage the ‘Delhi Chalo’ demonstration on Tuesday (Feb 13). Watch | US Senate advances $95 billion bill for aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan ×

Morning brief: Qatar frees 8 Indian sailors; Israel rescues two hostages from Rafah, and more

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA)&nbsp;on Saturday (Jan 27) slammed what it called “shocking” suspensions of funding by many countries after Israel accused several of its employees of participating in the October 7 attack by Hamas. In other news, a&nbsp;political crisis has erupted in the Indian state of Bihar as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar might rejoin the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) just months ahead of the Lok Sabha election, according to reports.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-agency-for-palestinians-slams-shocking-suspension-of-funds-by-western-countries-684412">UN agency for Palestinians slams ‘shocking’ suspension of funds by several Western countries 
 
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The United Nations agency for Palestinian&nbsp;refugees on Saturday (Jan 27) slammed what it called “shocking” suspensions of funding by several countries after Israel accused many of its employees of participating in the October 7 attack by Hamas.

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A political crisis has erupted in the Indian state of Bihar as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar might rejoin the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) just months ahead of the Lok Sabha election, according to reports.

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North Korea fired "several unidentified cruise missiles" off its east coast on Sunday (Jan 28), said South Korea's military&nbsp;days after Pyongyang&nbsp;claimed to have tested its new strategic cruise missile dubbed ‘Pulhwasal-3-31’.&nbsp;

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The Sgoolai Israel Synagogue in Canada's Fredericton was vandalised on International Holocaust Remembrance Day on&nbsp;Saturday (Jan 27).

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The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) on Saturday (Jan 27) slammed what it called “shocking” suspensions of funding by many countries after Israel accused several of its employees of participating in the October 7 attack by Hamas.

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) on Saturday (Jan 27) slammed what it called “shocking” suspensions of funding by many countries after Israel accused several of its employees of participating in the October 7 attack by Hamas. In other news, a political crisis has erupted in the Indian state of Bihar as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar might rejoin the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) just months ahead of the Lok Sabha election, according to reports. Click on the headlines to read more: UN agency for Palestinians slams ‘shocking’ suspension of funds by several Western countries The United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees on Saturday (Jan 27) slammed what it called “shocking” suspensions of funding by several countries after Israel accused many of its employees of participating in the October 7 attack by Hamas. Bihar political crisis LIVE: Nitish made no compromise with governance, says JD(U) leader A political crisis has erupted in the Indian state of Bihar as Chief Minister Nitish Kumar might rejoin the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) just months ahead of the Lok Sabha election, according to reports. North Korea fires 'several' cruise missiles, says South Korea's military North Korea fired "several unidentified cruise missiles" off its east coast on Sunday (Jan 28), said South Korea's military days after Pyongyang claimed to have tested its new strategic cruise missile dubbed ‘Pulhwasal-3-31’. Synagogue in Canada's Fredericton vandalised on International Holocaust Remembrance Day The Sgoolai Israel Synagogue in Canada's Fredericton was vandalised on International Holocaust Remembrance Day on Saturday (Jan 27). WATCH | Pakistan-Iran Border Tensions: At least 9 Pakistanis killed in attack on vehicle repair shop in Iran

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We are tracking live updates on the grand Ram Temple consecration ceremony which will take place in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya on Monday (Jan 22). Ahead of the event, security has been bolstered in UP as well as India's national capital New Delhi. The 51-inch-tall Ram Lalla idol by sculptor Arun Yogiraj has been placed inside the sanctum sanctorum of the temple in Ayodhya.&nbsp;

Pakistan and Iran have agreed to de-escalate tensions after both countries traded deadly airstrikes on militant targets in each other's territory this week. The military actions in the porous border region of Baluchistan killed 11 people.

In other news from around the world, the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah warned Israel that there will be a response in case of continued escalation of its offensive in the Gaza Strip.&nbsp;

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With the consecration ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya just two days away, all&nbsp;central government hospitals in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and nearby states have been asked to be on alert on Jan 22, media reports said.&nbsp;

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Pakistan and Iran have agreed to de-escalate tensions after both countries traded deadly airstrikes on militant targets in each other's territory this week. The military actions in the porous border region of Baluchistan -- split between Pakistan and Iran- had stoked regional tensions which are already enflamed by the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.

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With Israel continuing to pound southern Lebanon, a top Hezbollah official on Friday (Jan 19) gave a stern warning to the "enemy" Jewish country that there will be a response in case of continued escalation.&nbsp;It is noteworthy that the Lebanon-Israel border has witnessed frequent cross-border attacks since the commencement of the conflict in Gaza.

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Elon Musk's Starlink is reportedly on the brink of securing regulatory approval to roll out its space-based broadband services in India. According to initial reports, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has sought clarification from Starlink about its shareholding pattern.&nbsp;

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We are tracking live updates on the grand Ram Temple consecration ceremony which will take place in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya on Monday (Jan 22). Ahead of the event, security has been bolstered in UP as well as India's national capital New Delhi.

We are tracking live updates on the grand Ram Temple consecration ceremony which will take place in Uttar Pradesh's Ayodhya on Monday (Jan 22). Ahead of the event, security has been bolstered in UP as well as India's national capital New Delhi. The 51-inch-tall Ram Lalla idol by sculptor Arun Yogiraj has been placed inside the sanctum sanctorum of the temple in Ayodhya. Pakistan and Iran have agreed to de-escalate tensions after both countries traded deadly airstrikes on militant targets in each other's territory this week. The military actions in the porous border region of Baluchistan killed 11 people. In other news from around the world, the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah warned Israel that there will be a response in case of continued escalation of its offensive in the Gaza Strip. Click on the headlines to read more: Ayodhya Ram Mandir Inauguration Live: With 2 days to go before consecration, security bolstered in UP, Delhi With the consecration ceremony at the Ram temple in Ayodhya just two days away, all central government hospitals in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, and nearby states have been asked to be on alert on Jan 22, media reports said. Pakistan, Iran agree to de-escalate tensions after trading deadly airstrikes Pakistan and Iran have agreed to de-escalate tensions after both countries traded deadly airstrikes on militant targets in each other's territory this week. The military actions in the porous border region of Baluchistan -- split between Pakistan and Iran- had stoked regional tensions which are already enflamed by the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Israel to get 'real slap in the face' if aggression expanded, warns Hezbollah With Israel continuing to pound southern Lebanon, a top Hezbollah official on Friday (Jan 19) gave a stern warning to the "enemy" Jewish country that there will be a response in case of continued escalation. It is noteworthy that the Lebanon-Israel border has witnessed frequent cross-border attacks since the commencement of the conflict in Gaza. Elon Musk's Starlink has knocked on India's door. Positive response likely by Jan 24 Elon Musk's Starlink is reportedly on the brink of securing regulatory approval to roll out its space-based broadband services in India. According to initial reports, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has sought clarification from Starlink about its shareholding pattern. Also watch | World Tourism Organisation's optimistic forecast ×

Morning brief: Security beefed up ahead of Ram Temple event; Pak-Iran tensions, and more

Iran has carried out 'precision missile and drone strikes' targetting Sunni militant group Jaish al Adl in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province late on Tuesday (Jan 16). Confirming that&nbsp;its airspace was indeed violated, Pakistan condemned the Iranian airstrike.

The Israel-Hamas war continues to spiral across West Asia. While the deadly Israeli strikes continue to wreak havoc on Palestinians in Gaza, the targeted attacks on the shipping route by Iran-backed and Yemen-based Houthi rebels continue to pose a challenge to the global economy.

In sports, Russian 16-year-old Mirra Andreeva played "amazing" tennis to crush sixth seed Ons Jabeur in under an hour Wednesday, sending the Tunisian tumbling out of the Australian Open in the second round.

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Hours after Iran said that its "precision missile and drone strikes" targeted Sunni militant group Jaish al Adl in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province late on Tuesday (Jan 16), Islamabad confirmed that its airspace was indeed violated. Pakistan condemned the Iranian airstrike inside its borders and claimed that it killed two children.

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The US has claimed it destroyed four anti-ship ballistic missiles that the Houthi terrorists from Yemen fired on Tuesday (Jan 16). The Houthis reportedly struck a Maltese-flagged bulk carrier during the skirmish, but it remained seaworthy.&nbsp;

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China's population has declined for the second consecutive year with the total population decreasing by 2.75 million to 1.409 billion in 2023, media reports cited the country's National Bureau of Statistics. The population in 2023 shrank at an even faster rate than was the case in 2022.&nbsp;

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The next presidential debate has been cancelled after former UN ambassador Nikki Haley said she would not appear on stage unless Donald Trump participates, ABC News announced on Tuesday (Jan 16).&nbsp;&nbsp;

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The number of study permits Canada issued to Indian students fell sharply late last year after India ejected Canadian diplomats who would process the permits and fewer Indian students applied due to a diplomatic dispute over the murder of a Sikh separatist leader in Canada, a top Canadian official told Reuters.

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Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement for the delivery of crucial medicine aid to hostages held captive by the militant group, a Qatar-brokered deal which is important given the families of the hostages have been calling for aid to their loved ones.&nbsp;This comes days after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office on January 12 said that the medicines will be delivered in the next few days.&nbsp;

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Russian 16-year-old Mirra Andreeva played "amazing" tennis to crush sixth seed Ons Jabeur in under an hour Wednesday, sending the Tunisian tumbling out of the Australian Open in the second round.

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The TV Academy delivered on its promise of acknowledging the best works on TV in the past year as&nbsp;Succession&nbsp;and&nbsp;The Bear&nbsp;won six awards each – from best drama/comedy to acting. Coming four months later than its scheduled date, the Emmys didn’t disappoint. We spotted the best of glam, the best of speeches, and caught some of the most memorable moments as makers and actors of shows that have wrapped up got a chance to thank their fans for the love and support they received.&nbsp;

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Iran has carried out 'precision missile and drone strikes' targetting Sunni militant group Jaish al Adl in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province late on Tuesday (Jan 16).

Iran has carried out 'precision missile and drone strikes' targetting Sunni militant group Jaish al Adl in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province late on Tuesday (Jan 16). Confirming that its airspace was indeed violated, Pakistan condemned the Iranian airstrike. The Israel-Hamas war continues to spiral across West Asia. While the deadly Israeli strikes continue to wreak havoc on Palestinians in Gaza, the targeted attacks on the shipping route by Iran-backed and Yemen-based Houthi rebels continue to pose a challenge to the global economy. In sports, Russian 16-year-old Mirra Andreeva played "amazing" tennis to crush sixth seed Ons Jabeur in under an hour Wednesday, sending the Tunisian tumbling out of the Australian Open in the second round. Click here to read more: Pakistan says two dead after Iran struck 'terror group's bases in Balochistan' Hours after Iran said that its "precision missile and drone strikes" targeted Sunni militant group Jaish al Adl in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province late on Tuesday (Jan 16), Islamabad confirmed that its airspace was indeed violated. Pakistan condemned the Iranian airstrike inside its borders and claimed that it killed two children. US neutralises 4 Houthi anti-ship missiles, Malta-flagged bulk carrier hit The US has claimed it destroyed four anti-ship ballistic missiles that the Houthi terrorists from Yemen fired on Tuesday (Jan 16). The Houthis reportedly struck a Maltese-flagged bulk carrier during the skirmish, but it remained seaworthy. China's population declines for 2nd straight year, drops by 2.75 million to 1.409 billion in 2023 China's population has declined for the second consecutive year with the total population decreasing by 2.75 million to 1.409 billion in 2023, media reports cited the country's National Bureau of Statistics. The population in 2023 shrank at an even faster rate than was the case in 2022. Next Republican debate cancelled after Nikki Haley pulls out saying she wants Donald Trump on stage The next presidential debate has been cancelled after former UN ambassador Nikki Haley said she would not appear on stage unless Donald Trump participates, ABC News announced on Tuesday (Jan 16). Canada minister says study permits to students from India drop due to dispute The number of study permits Canada issued to Indian students fell sharply late last year after India ejected Canadian diplomats who would process the permits and fewer Indian students applied due to a diplomatic dispute over the murder of a Sikh separatist leader in Canada, a top Canadian official told Reuters. Israel reaches Qatar-brokered deal with Hamas, medicines for hostages in exchange for aid to Gaza Israel and Hamas have reached an agreement for the delivery of crucial medicine aid to hostages held captive by the militant group, a Qatar-brokered deal which is important given the families of the hostages have been calling for aid to their loved ones. This comes days after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office on January 12 said that the medicines will be delivered in the next few days. Australian Open: Teenager Mirra Andreeva thrashes Wimbledon runner-up Ons Jabeur in second round Russian 16-year-old Mirra Andreeva played "amazing" tennis to crush sixth seed Ons Jabeur in under an hour Wednesday, sending the Tunisian tumbling out of the Australian Open in the second round. Emmy Awards 2023: Key highlights from TV’s biggest night, all snubs and surprises The TV Academy delivered on its promise of acknowledging the best works on TV in the past year as Succession and The Bear won six awards each – from best drama/comedy to acting. Coming four months later than its scheduled date, the Emmys didn’t disappoint. We spotted the best of glam, the best of speeches, and caught some of the most memorable moments as makers and actors of shows that have wrapped up got a chance to thank their fans for the love and support they received.

Morning brief: Iran strikes 'terror' inside Pakistan; Russian teen stuns in Aus Open, and more

Taiwan's outgoing President Tsai Ing-wen said on Monday (Jan 15) that a visit by the unofficial delegation from the United States highlighted “the close and staunch partnership" between Taipei and Washington. The visit of the US delegation comes days after Tsai's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) won the Jan 13 election, with Lai Ching-te set to be the island's next president.

We are tracking live updates on the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. At the time of writing the morning brief, in the latest available update from the conflict, a video was shared by Hamas on Sunday showing three Israeli hostages it is holding in the Gaza Strip in which they urged the Netanyahu government to stop the offensive against the Palestinian militant group.&nbsp;

In other news from around the world, North Korea said on Monday it had tested a new solid-fuel immediate-range hypersonic missile. This test comes a day after South Korea said that Pyongyang had fired an unidentified ballistic missile towards the East Sea.&nbsp;

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Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen, on Monday (Jan 15) said that a visit by the unofficial delegation from the United States highlights “the close and staunch partnership between Taiwan and the US”. The visit comes days after the self-ruled island elected a pro-sovereignty candidate who China said would bring war.&nbsp;

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Hamas, on Sunday, released a video&nbsp;showing three Israeli hostages it is holding in Gaza in which they urged their Israeli government to stop the offensive against the Palestinian militant group and secure&nbsp;their release.&nbsp;

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North Korea on Monday (Jan 15) announced it had tested a new solid-fuel immediate-range hypersonic missile, according to state news agency KCNA, a day after South Korea said its arch-rival had fired an unidentified ballistic missile towards the East Sea.&nbsp;

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As many as four people were killed while another was severely injured after a hot-air balloon crashed in the Arizona desert on Sunday (Jan 14), according to the local police.&nbsp;The fatal crash took place near Eloy just before 8 in the morning.&nbsp;

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Taiwan's outgoing President Tsai Ing-wen said on Monday (Jan 15) that a visit by the unofficial delegation from the United States highlighted “the close and staunch partnership" between Taipei and Washington.

Taiwan's outgoing President Tsai Ing-wen said on Monday (Jan 15) that a visit by the unofficial delegation from the United States highlighted “the close and staunch partnership" between Taipei and Washington. The visit of the US delegation comes days after Tsai's Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) won the Jan 13 election, with Lai Ching-te set to be the island's next president. We are tracking live updates on the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. At the time of writing the morning brief, in the latest available update from the conflict, a video was shared by Hamas on Sunday showing three Israeli hostages it is holding in the Gaza Strip in which they urged the Netanyahu government to stop the offensive against the Palestinian militant group. In other news from around the world, North Korea said on Monday it had tested a new solid-fuel immediate-range hypersonic missile. This test comes a day after South Korea said that Pyongyang had fired an unidentified ballistic missile towards the East Sea. Click on the headlines to read more: Taiwan's Tsai meets US delegation after key election, calls visit show of 'close and staunch partnership' Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen, on Monday (Jan 15) said that a visit by the unofficial delegation from the United States highlights “the close and staunch partnership between Taiwan and the US”. The visit comes days after the self-ruled island elected a pro-sovereignty candidate who China said would bring war. Israel-Hamas war LIVE: Hamas says many hostages likely killed, blames Israel; releases video of 3 hostages Hamas, on Sunday, released a video showing three Israeli hostages it is holding in Gaza in which they urged their Israeli government to stop the offensive against the Palestinian militant group and secure their release. A day after Seoul's claims, N Korea says it fired solid-fuel hypersonic missile North Korea on Monday (Jan 15) announced it had tested a new solid-fuel immediate-range hypersonic missile, according to state news agency KCNA, a day after South Korea said its arch-rival had fired an unidentified ballistic missile towards the East Sea. US: 4 dead, 1 severely injured in hot-air balloon crash in Arizona desert As many as four people were killed while another was severely injured after a hot-air balloon crashed in the Arizona desert on Sunday (Jan 14), according to the local police. The fatal crash took place near Eloy just before 8 in the morning. Watch | Ukraine 10-point peace formula continues to take centre stage, 83 delegations to attend Davos talks ×

Morning brief: Taiwan's Tsai meets US delegation, Israel-Hamas war updates, and more

Taiwan,&nbsp;officially known&nbsp;as the Republic of China,&nbsp;is&nbsp;holding its presidential and parliamentary elections today.&nbsp;The election features three main parties - the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), the Kuomintang (KMT), and the Taiwan People's Party (TPP). In other news, the&nbsp;United States carried out fresh strikes against Yemen’s Houthi rebels, on Friday (Jan 12), said the US Central Command (CENTCOM). This comes&nbsp;after President Joe Biden said that American forces would carry out new strikes if the Iran-backed group keeps attacking ships in the Red Sea.

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Taiwan, officially known as the Republic of China which is holding its presidential and parliamentary elections today. The election features three main parties - the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), the Kuomintang (KMT), and the Taiwan People's Party (TPP).

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The United States carried out fresh strikes against Yemen’s Houthi rebels, on Friday (Jan 12), said the US Central Command (CENTCOM) after President Joe Biden promised that&nbsp;&nbsp;American forces would carry out new strikes if the Iran-backed group keeps attacking ships in the Red Sea.

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken raised concerns over China's human rights issues and urged "maintaining peace and stability" in the Taiwan Strait, during a meeting with senior Chinese official Liu Jianchao in Washington, said the State Department.

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In the case of a Nicaragua-bound donkey flight that was grounded in France over suspicions of human trafficking, Gujarat police booked at least 14 travel agents of whom seven&nbsp;are facing charges of human trafficking, destruction of evidence, and conspiracy.&nbsp;

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Taiwan, officially known as the Republic of China, is holding its presidential and parliamentary elections today. The election features three main parties - the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), the Kuomintang (KMT), and the Taiwan People's Party (TPP).

Taiwan, officially known as the Republic of China, is holding its presidential and parliamentary elections today. The election features three main parties - the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), the Kuomintang (KMT), and the Taiwan People's Party (TPP). In other news, the United States carried out fresh strikes against Yemen’s Houthi rebels, on Friday (Jan 12), said the US Central Command (CENTCOM). This comes after President Joe Biden said that American forces would carry out new strikes if the Iran-backed group keeps attacking ships in the Red Sea. Click on the headlines to read more: Taiwan elections 2024 LIVE: Polling begins, will the ruling Democratic Progressive Party continue to hold sway? Taiwan, officially known as the Republic of China which is holding its presidential and parliamentary elections today. The election features three main parties - the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP), the Kuomintang (KMT), and the Taiwan People's Party (TPP). US carries out new strikes in Yemen after Biden vows to protect shipping in Red Sea The United States carried out fresh strikes against Yemen’s Houthi rebels, on Friday (Jan 12), said the US Central Command (CENTCOM) after President Joe Biden promised that American forces would carry out new strikes if the Iran-backed group keeps attacking ships in the Red Sea. US' Blinken discusses human rights with Chinese official, urges Beijing to maintain cross-strait stability US Secretary of State Antony Blinken raised concerns over China's human rights issues and urged "maintaining peace and stability" in the Taiwan Strait, during a meeting with senior Chinese official Liu Jianchao in Washington, said the State Department. Nicaragua flight: Gujarat police book 14 agents, 7 face charges of trafficking and destroying evidence In the case of a Nicaragua-bound donkey flight that was grounded in France over suspicions of human trafficking, Gujarat police booked at least 14 travel agents of whom seven are facing charges of human trafficking, destruction of evidence, and conspiracy. WATCH | India: New Delhi witnessing surge in influenza cases compounded by H1N1

Morning news brief: Polling underway in Taiwan's key election, US carries out new strikes in Yemen, and more

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Monday (Dec 18) condemned the missile launches by saying they posed a threat to peace and stability. Addressing a gathering of Southeast Asian leaders in Tokyo, Prime Minister Kishida also said the launches violated resolutions of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).

Underworld don Dawood Ibrahim, who is the most wanted criminal in India, has reportedly been poisoned and admitted to a hospital in Pakistan’s Karachi city. According to unconfirmed media reports, Dawood is in a critical condition.

In other news from around the world, at least three people were injured, one critically, and the armed suspect was killed after a shooting incident in downtown Austin, Texas last Saturday.

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Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Monday (Dec 18) that&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-fires-ballistic-projectile-says-south-korea-670644">North Korea's latest missile launches&nbsp;</a>violated resolutions of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and were a threat to peace and stability.

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India’s most wanted criminal, Dawood Ibrahim has reportedly been poisoned and admitted to a hospital in Pakistan’s Karachi city.&nbsp;The 65-year-old underworld figure, who is responsible for the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case, was allegedly poisoned by one of his men and was rushed to hospital two days ago.

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At least three people were injured, one critically, and the armed suspect was killed after a shooting incident in downtown Austin, Texas on Saturday night (Dec 16). This was hours after the police said that they were responding to another shooting that happened at the city’s Barton Creek Square Mall where one person was shot and sustained minor injuries.&nbsp;

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India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr S Jaishankar, is set to embark on a key diplomatic visit to Russia later this week, aiming to bolster the strategic partnership between the two nations.&nbsp;

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Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Monday (Dec 18) condemned the missile launches by saying they posed a threat to peace and stability. Addressing a gathering of Southeast Asian leaders in Tokyo, Prime Minister Kishida also said the launches violated resolutions of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC).

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida on Monday (Dec 18) condemned the missile launches by saying they posed a threat to peace and stability. Addressing a gathering of Southeast Asian leaders in Tokyo, Prime Minister Kishida also said the launches violated resolutions of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC). Underworld don Dawood Ibrahim, who is the most wanted criminal in India, has reportedly been poisoned and admitted to a hospital in Pakistan’s Karachi city. According to unconfirmed media reports, Dawood is in a critical condition. In other news from around the world, at least three people were injured, one critically, and the armed suspect was killed after a shooting incident in downtown Austin, Texas last Saturday. Click on the headlines to read more: North Korea's missile launches a threat to peace and stability: Japanese PM Kishida Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida said on Monday (Dec 18) that North Korea's latest missile launches violated resolutions of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and were a threat to peace and stability. Dawood Ibrahim, India’s most wanted criminal, poisoned in Pakistan: Report India’s most wanted criminal, Dawood Ibrahim has reportedly been poisoned and admitted to a hospital in Pakistan’s Karachi city. The 65-year-old underworld figure, who is responsible for the 1993 Mumbai serial blasts case, was allegedly poisoned by one of his men and was rushed to hospital two days ago. US: At least three injured, suspected dead after shooting in downtown Austin At least three people were injured, one critically, and the armed suspect was killed after a shooting incident in downtown Austin, Texas on Saturday night (Dec 16). This was hours after the police said that they were responding to another shooting that happened at the city’s Barton Creek Square Mall where one person was shot and sustained minor injuries. India’s External Affairs Minister Jaishankar to travel to Russia later this week India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr S Jaishankar, is set to embark on a key diplomatic visit to Russia later this week, aiming to bolster the strategic partnership between the two nations. Watch | Freezing temperatures, snow, ice blanket China, highways shut ×

Morning brief: Japan condemns North Korea's missile launches, Dawood reportedly poisoned, and more

US President Joe Biden spoke on workers' rights and hailed the 'substantial' progress on Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. In Myanmar, a dozen civilians were shot dead in yet another Civil War flashpoint.&nbsp;Besides, YouTubers must disclose the use of Artificial Intelligence, according to the platform's new rules.&nbsp;

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United States President Joe Biden said on Thursday (November 16) that he would continue work towards a Pacific trade pact even though his efforts and vision for regional deal to counter China didn't go through.

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The US government on Thursday (November 16) concluded the main arguments in the antitrust case against Alphabet-owned Google. This has concluded the evidentiary phase of the case in which Google finds itself accused of breaking antitrust law in order to lead the market.

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Nearly a dozen civilians were reportedly killed in Myanmar's Mandalay region's Madaya township on Thursday (Nov 17), about 270 km north of the capital Naypyidaw, Radio Free Asia reported as part of the latest flashpoint of the violence during South Asian country's ongoing civil war.&nbsp;

US President Joe Biden spoke on workers' rights and hailed the 'substantial' progress on Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. In Myanmar, a dozen civilians were shot dead in yet another Civil War flashpoint.

US President Joe Biden spoke on workers' rights and hailed the 'substantial' progress on Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. In Myanmar, a dozen civilians were shot dead in yet another Civil War flashpoint. Besides, YouTubers must disclose the use of Artificial Intelligence, according to the platform's new rules. Click here to read more: APEC summit: Biden speaks on workers' rights, 'substantial' progress on IPEF United States President Joe Biden said on Thursday (November 16) that he would continue work towards a Pacific trade pact even though his efforts and vision for regional deal to counter China didn't go through. YouTube creators must disclose the use of AI × US concludes main arguments against Google in antitrust case The US government on Thursday (November 16) concluded the main arguments in the antitrust case against Alphabet-owned Google. This has concluded the evidentiary phase of the case in which Google finds itself accused of breaking antitrust law in order to lead the market. Myanmar civil war: 10 men shot dad by junta troops in Mandalay region, report says Nearly a dozen civilians were reportedly killed in Myanmar's Mandalay region's Madaya township on Thursday (Nov 17), about 270 km north of the capital Naypyidaw, Radio Free Asia reported as part of the latest flashpoint of the violence during South Asian country's ongoing civil war.

Morning brief: About Dozen people shot dead amid Myanmar's civil war, Biden hails IPEF progress, and more

In the latest,&nbsp;the White House validated a significant Israeli assertion, affirming that there is a command centre&nbsp;for Palestinian militants situated at Al-Shifa Hospital, the largest healthcare facility in Gaza City.&nbsp;On November 14, during his much-anticipated meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, US President Joe Biden conveyed a positive outlook, emphasizing the United States' intention to foster an enhanced relationship with China rather than creating distance. In other news,&nbsp;Suella Braverman, the former British interior minister who was recently ousted, expressed strong disapproval of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his leadership in a letter.&nbsp;

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The White House on Tuesday (November 14) substantiated a major Israeli claim and said that Palestinian militants have a command centre at Al-Shifa Hospital, the biggest hospital in Gaza City. Israel has repeatedly made this claim and Hamas has consistently denied it. Al-Shifa Hospital complex is currently witnessing clashes between Israeli forces and Hamas fighters.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-biden-xi-jinping-meet-approaches-us-prez-says-not-trying-to-decouple-from-china-658594">As Biden-Xi Jinping meet approaches, US prez says 'not trying to decouple from China'</a>

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US President Joe Biden on Tuesday (November 14) appeared to sound positive ahead of his highly anticipated meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping and said that the US didn't want to distance itself from China but wanted an improved relationship. The two leaders are expected to meet each other on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Co-operation Summit in San Francisco.

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Former British interior minister Suella Braverman, who was recently sacked, slammed Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his leadership on Tuesday (Nov 14) in a letter, which also urged the prime minister to change course to avoid election defeat. She also criticised Sunak's record on immigration and antisemitism.&nbsp;

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Sahara Group founder businessman Subrata Roy has died aged 75. Subrata Roy was a major name in the Indian business fraternity. Born on June 10, 1948, Subrata Roy established a huge business empire with companies in a number of sectors&nbsp;ranging from media, real estate,&nbsp;hospitality, and more.

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In the latest, the White House validated a significant Israeli assertion, affirming that there is a command centre for Palestinian militants situated at Al-Shifa Hospital, the largest healthcare facility in Gaza City.

In the latest, the White House validated a significant Israeli assertion, affirming that there is a command centre for Palestinian militants situated at Al-Shifa Hospital, the largest healthcare facility in Gaza City. On November 14, during his much-anticipated meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, US President Joe Biden conveyed a positive outlook, emphasizing the United States' intention to foster an enhanced relationship with China rather than creating distance. In other news, Suella Braverman, the former British interior minister who was recently ousted, expressed strong disapproval of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his leadership in a letter. Click on the headlines to read more. Hamas runs 'command and control' centre from Al-Shifa hospital: White House The White House on Tuesday (November 14) substantiated a major Israeli claim and said that Palestinian militants have a command centre at Al-Shifa Hospital, the biggest hospital in Gaza City. Israel has repeatedly made this claim and Hamas has consistently denied it. Al-Shifa Hospital complex is currently witnessing clashes between Israeli forces and Hamas fighters. As Biden-Xi Jinping meet approaches, US prez says 'not trying to decouple from China' US President Joe Biden on Tuesday (November 14) appeared to sound positive ahead of his highly anticipated meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping and said that the US didn't want to distance itself from China but wanted an improved relationship. The two leaders are expected to meet each other on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Co-operation Summit in San Francisco. Sacked UK interior minister Braverman launches scathing attack on Sunak: 'Someone needs to be honest' Former British interior minister Suella Braverman, who was recently sacked, slammed Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his leadership on Tuesday (Nov 14) in a letter, which also urged the prime minister to change course to avoid election defeat. She also criticised Sunak's record on immigration and antisemitism. Sahara Group founder Subrata Roy dies at the age of 75 Sahara Group founder businessman Subrata Roy has died aged 75. Subrata Roy was a major name in the Indian business fraternity. Born on June 10, 1948, Subrata Roy established a huge business empire with companies in a number of sectors ranging from media, real estate, hospitality, and more. Watch | Illegal mines of South Africa

Morning brief: White House says Hamas runs command centre from Al-Shifa, Xi-Biden meet, and more

WION is closely monitoring updates on the Israel-Hamas war in our live blog. As of the latest information available at the time of writing this, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that his country will assume control of Gaza's security and demilitarise the region by eliminating Hamas. For real-time updates, follow the live blog.

Moreover, India on November 11 backed the UN resolution criticising Israel's settlement activities in "occupied" Palestinian territories. In other news, Russia rained down missiles on the Ukrainian capital for the first time in seven weeks, as tensions continue to simmer in the battered European region.&nbsp;

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday (Nov 11) resisted the West's calls for increased protection of Palestinian civilians. Meanwhile, the IDF troops surrounded Gaza's largest hospital, resulting in the death of five patients, including a premature baby, as the fuel in the last generator ran dry. Recent days have seen heightened fighting near hospitals in northern Gaza, leading to depleted medical supplies. Israel revised the death toll from Hamas' October 7 attack to about 1,200, while over 11,000 people have died in Israel's retaliatory strikes in Gaza. Follow WION for the latest updates.

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India on Saturday (Nov 11) voted in the favour of a United Nations resolution that called out Israel's settlement activities in "the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem, and in the occupied Syrian Golan". The resolution was passed two days after its draft resolution was approved on Thursday, November 9.

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Ukranian capital city Kyiv witnessed missile attacks from Russia on Saturday (Nov 11), the first such attack in about two months, according to the city's mayor Vitali Klitschko.&nbsp;“Strong explosions were heard on the left bank of the capital,” Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko posted on Telegram.&nbsp;

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Leading global healthcare firm Novo Nordisk on Saturday (Nov 12) said that the cardiovascular benefits of its immensely popular obesity treatment, Wegovy, were not solely attributable to the process of its weight loss process.

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WION is closely monitoring updates on the Israel-Hamas war in our live blog. As of the latest information available at the time of writing this, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that his country will assume control of Gaza's security and demilitarise the region by eliminating Hamas.

WION is closely monitoring updates on the Israel-Hamas war in our live blog. As of the latest information available at the time of writing this, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that his country will assume control of Gaza's security and demilitarise the region by eliminating Hamas. For real-time updates, follow the live blog. Moreover, India on November 11 backed the UN resolution criticising Israel's settlement activities in "occupied" Palestinian territories. In other news, Russia rained down missiles on the Ukrainian capital for the first time in seven weeks, as tensions continue to simmer in the battered European region. LIVE: Israel says will control Gaza's security, vows to demilitarise region Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday (Nov 11) resisted the West's calls for increased protection of Palestinian civilians. Meanwhile, the IDF troops surrounded Gaza's largest hospital, resulting in the death of five patients, including a premature baby, as the fuel in the last generator ran dry. Recent days have seen heightened fighting near hospitals in northern Gaza, leading to depleted medical supplies. Israel revised the death toll from Hamas' October 7 attack to about 1,200, while over 11,000 people have died in Israel's retaliatory strikes in Gaza. Follow WION for the latest updates. India at UN condemns Israeli settlements in Palestinian territories India on Saturday (Nov 11) voted in the favour of a United Nations resolution that called out Israel's settlement activities in "the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem, and in the occupied Syrian Golan". The resolution was passed two days after its draft resolution was approved on Thursday, November 9. Kyiv's air defenders repel Russian missile attack, first strike in months Ukranian capital city Kyiv witnessed missile attacks from Russia on Saturday (Nov 11), the first such attack in about two months, according to the city's mayor Vitali Klitschko. “Strong explosions were heard on the left bank of the capital,” Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko posted on Telegram. Heart benefits not solely due to weight loss: Drug maker Novo on its popular Wegovy obesity treatment Leading global healthcare firm Novo Nordisk on Saturday (Nov 12) said that the cardiovascular benefits of its immensely popular obesity treatment, Wegovy, were not solely attributable to the process of its weight loss process. Watch | Israel-Hamas war: Significant part of North Gaza turned into rubble ×

Morning brief: Israel on Gaza security, India condemns Israeli settlements in Palestinian territories, & more

The Israel-Hamas war has now entered its 21st day. The Palestinian militant group Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, killing more than 1,400 people, injuring thousands, and taking over 200 people as hostages back to Gaza, retaliatory strikes by Israel have reportedly&nbsp;killed more than 7,000 Palestinians, mostly children, according to the Hamas-run health ministry.&nbsp;

In other news, China's&nbsp;former Premier Li Keqiang who retired earlier this year has died at the age of 68 years.

Finally, as per&nbsp;United States officials, a Chinese fighter pilot narrowly avoiding crashing into an American B-52 bomber over the South China Sea during a nighttime intercept. Slamming the&nbsp;Chinese pilot on "poor airmanship ", the US said they put&nbsp;"both aircraft in danger of collision".&nbsp;

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The Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry released a list of almost 7,000 names of Gazans it said had been killed in Israeli strikes. This comes a day after the United States President Joe Biden cast doubt on its toll figures.&nbsp;According to the Hamas-run Palestinian health ministry, 7,028 people have now been killed in Gaza since its October 7 attacks.

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An Israeli diplomat in Miami on Thursday pushed back against an assertion by the administration of Ron DeSantis that the Florida governor had coordinated with his office to facilitate the shipment of ammunition and weapons to Israel.

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China’s former Premier Li Keqiang has died at the age of 68, according to the Chinese state media reports, on Friday (Oct 27). The cause of his death is said to be a sudden heart attack.&nbsp;

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A Chinese fighter pilot nearly crashed into an American B-52 bomber over the South China Sea during a nighttime intercept, said the United States officials, in a statement on Thursday (Oct 26). They also criticised what they described as an “unsafe and unprofessional” move, raising concerns that the pilot was unaware of how close he came to “causing a collision.”

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Nigeria's Supreme Court on Thursday upheld President Bola Tinubu's election win, bringing to an end a legal challenge brought by his two main rivals, who argued that his victory was marred by irregularities.

The Israel-Hamas war has now entered its 21st day. The Palestinian militant group Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, killing more than 1,400 people, injuring thousands, and taking over 200 people as hostages back to Gaza, retaliatory strikes by Israel have reportedly killed more than 7,000 Palestinians, mostly children, according to the Hamas-run health ministry.

The Israel-Hamas war has now entered its 21st day. The Palestinian militant group Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, killing more than 1,400 people, injuring thousands, and taking over 200 people as hostages back to Gaza, retaliatory strikes by Israel have reportedly killed more than 7,000 Palestinians, mostly children, according to the Hamas-run health ministry. In other news, China's former Premier Li Keqiang who retired earlier this year has died at the age of 68 years. Finally, as per United States officials, a Chinese fighter pilot narrowly avoiding crashing into an American B-52 bomber over the South China Sea during a nighttime intercept. Slamming the Chinese pilot on "poor airmanship ", the US said they put "both aircraft in danger of collision". Click on the headlines to read more Israel-Hamas war LIVE: IDF eliminates 3 top Hamas operatives in Daraj Tuffah Battalion The Hamas-run Gaza Health Ministry released a list of almost 7,000 names of Gazans it said had been killed in Israeli strikes. This comes a day after the United States President Joe Biden cast doubt on its toll figures. According to the Hamas-run Palestinian health ministry, 7,028 people have now been killed in Gaza since its October 7 attacks. Israeli official, DeSantis administration at odds over alleged ammunition shipment An Israeli diplomat in Miami on Thursday pushed back against an assertion by the administration of Ron DeSantis that the Florida governor had coordinated with his office to facilitate the shipment of ammunition and weapons to Israel. China's former Premier Li Keqiang dies at 68: State media China’s former Premier Li Keqiang has died at the age of 68, according to the Chinese state media reports, on Friday (Oct 27). The cause of his death is said to be a sudden heart attack. Watch: Chinese fighter jet ‘nearly collides’ with American B-52 bomber over South China Sea, says US A Chinese fighter pilot nearly crashed into an American B-52 bomber over the South China Sea during a nighttime intercept, said the United States officials, in a statement on Thursday (Oct 26). They also criticised what they described as an “unsafe and unprofessional” move, raising concerns that the pilot was unaware of how close he came to “causing a collision.” Nigerian Supreme Court affirms President Tinubu's election win Nigeria's Supreme Court on Thursday upheld President Bola Tinubu's election win, bringing to an end a legal challenge brought by his two main rivals, who argued that his victory was marred by irregularities.

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At least 22 people have been killed in the wake of a deadly mass shooting in US' Lewiston city on Wednesday (Oct 25). WION explains the decades-old “alliance” between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Gaza-based terrorist organisation.

In other news, Israel has urged New Delhi to designate Hamas a terrorist organisation and appreciated the pivotal role played by India in its fight against terrorism.

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At least 16 people have been killed after multiple shootings in the United States city of&nbsp;Lewiston, on Wednesday night (Oct 25), reported NBC News citing a&nbsp;police source in the city.

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While acknowledging the close ties with India, Israel has called out New Delhi to&nbsp;declare Hamas a terrorist organisation in the country. Israel's ambassador to India Naor Gilon on Wednesday (Oct 26) in a press briefing showered praises on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his statement post the horrific October 7 Hamas attack where he assured the terror-hit country that India stands firm with it in these unprecedented times.&nbsp;

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As the war grinds on between Israel and Hamas, one should not forget the decades-old “alliance” between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Gaza-based terrorist organisation.

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United States President Joe Biden, on Wednesday (Oct 26) said that while Israel has a right to defend itself, he called on Tel Aviv to follow “laws of war” and do everything to protect civilians. This comes amid mounting international pressure for a ceasefire in the region, the calls for which the US president has previously rejected saying that would not happen until all the hostages being held in Gaza are released.&nbsp;

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At least 22 people have been killed in the wake of a deadly mass shooting in US' Lewiston city on Wednesday (Oct 25). WION explains the decades-old “alliance” between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Gaza-based terrorist organisation.

At least 22 people have been killed in the wake of a deadly mass shooting in US' Lewiston city on Wednesday (Oct 25). WION explains the decades-old “alliance” between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Gaza-based terrorist organisation. In other news, Israel has urged New Delhi to designate Hamas a terrorist organisation and appreciated the pivotal role played by India in its fight against terrorism. US: At least 22 killed, dozens wounded after mass shootings in Maine At least 16 people have been killed after multiple shootings in the United States city of Lewiston, on Wednesday night (Oct 25), reported NBC News citing a police source in the city. 'It is time...': Israel urges India to designate Hamas as terrorist organisation While acknowledging the close ties with India, Israel has called out New Delhi to declare Hamas a terrorist organisation in the country. Israel's ambassador to India Naor Gilon on Wednesday (Oct 26) in a press briefing showered praises on Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his statement post the horrific October 7 Hamas attack where he assured the terror-hit country that India stands firm with it in these unprecedented times. Explained | How Bibi enriched Hamas which became his Frankenstein's monster As the war grinds on between Israel and Hamas, one should not forget the decades-old “alliance” between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Gaza-based terrorist organisation. Biden urges Israel to follow ‘laws of war’, protect civilians in Gaza United States President Joe Biden, on Wednesday (Oct 26) said that while Israel has a right to defend itself, he called on Tel Aviv to follow “laws of war” and do everything to protect civilians. This comes amid mounting international pressure for a ceasefire in the region, the calls for which the US president has previously rejected saying that would not happen until all the hostages being held in Gaza are released. Watch | Israel-Hamas war: Can Mahmoud Abbas represent the voice of Palestinians? ×

Morning brief: At least 22 killed in US shooting, Israel urges India to declare Hamas a terror group, & more

Israel-Hamas latest: US President Joe Biden has said Hamas attacked the Jewish nation because it wanted to jeopardise the ongoing peace talks between Israel and Saudi Arabia. Follow WION's live blog for latest updates.

Canada-India tensions: US and UK have backed Canada in the ongoing diplomatic tussle against India. US has expressed concern following the departure of 41 Canadian diplomat from India.

US:&nbsp;Trump has voiced his opposition to house speaker chair bid by House Majority Whip Tom Emmer.&nbsp;According to key Trump allies, Trump’s opposition to Emmer’s bid stems from the fact that he has not endorsed Trump for the presidential nomination yet and he is not backing the 45th against the indictments he is facing.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-live-hostages-gaza-strip-palestine-death-toll-egypt-crossing-latest-news-updates-649415">Hamas attacked as it wanted to derail Saudi-Israel peace talks, says Biden</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/10/21/387993-untitled-design-39.png?imwidth=1920" />President Biden of the US has claimed that the prime objective of the Hamas' assault on Israel was to derail the ongoing peace talks between the Jewish nation and Saudi Arabia.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-uk-support-canada-amid-row-with-india-over-diplomatic-presence-649485">US, UK support Canada amid row with India over diplomatic presence</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/10/21/388010-untitled-design-2023-10-21t094657254.png?imwidth=1920" />The United States and Britain on Friday (Oct 20) appealed to India not to push Canada for reducing its diplomatic presence in New Delhi and expressed their concern over pull out of 41 diplomats by Ottawa amid the ongoing dispute over the killing of Khalistani terrorist and Canadian citizen Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

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<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/10/21/388008-emmertrump2018640.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Former US President Donald Trump has privately conveyed to his allies that he is concerned by the prospects of House Majority Whip Tom Emmer taking over the speaker chair.

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WATCH: Ukrainians brace for new Russian assault on Avdiivka

Ukraine last week said Russia had stepped up assaults on the frontline city, which lies just 15 kilometres (nine miles) from Moscow-held Donetsk.

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Israel-Hamas latest: US President Joe Biden has said Hamas attacked the Jewish nation because it wanted to jeopardise the ongoing peace talks between Israel and Saudi Arabia.

Israel-Hamas latest: US President Joe Biden has said Hamas attacked the Jewish nation because it wanted to jeopardise the ongoing peace talks between Israel and Saudi Arabia. Follow WION's live blog for latest updates. Canada-India tensions: US and UK have backed Canada in the ongoing diplomatic tussle against India. US has expressed concern following the departure of 41 Canadian diplomat from India. US: Trump has voiced his opposition to house speaker chair bid by House Majority Whip Tom Emmer. According to key Trump allies, Trump’s opposition to Emmer’s bid stems from the fact that he has not endorsed Trump for the presidential nomination yet and he is not backing the 45th against the indictments he is facing. Click on the headlines to read more. Hamas attacked as it wanted to derail Saudi-Israel peace talks, says Biden President Biden of the US has claimed that the prime objective of the Hamas' assault on Israel was to derail the ongoing peace talks between the Jewish nation and Saudi Arabia. US, UK support Canada amid row with India over diplomatic presence The United States and Britain on Friday (Oct 20) appealed to India not to push Canada for reducing its diplomatic presence in New Delhi and expressed their concern over pull out of 41 diplomats by Ottawa amid the ongoing dispute over the killing of Khalistani terrorist and Canadian citizen Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Trump and allies blast Tom Emmer over House Speaker bid, call him anti-MAGA Former US President Donald Trump has privately conveyed to his allies that he is concerned by the prospects of House Majority Whip Tom Emmer taking over the speaker chair. After initial hiccup, ISRO successfully launches Gaganyaan TV-D1 test vehicle The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully launched Gaganyaan Test Vehicle Development Flight Mission-1 test vehicle (TV-D1 Flight Test). The launch was kept on hold earlier this morning when ISRO made first attempt. WATCH: Ukrainians brace for new Russian assault on Avdiivka Ukraine last week said Russia had stepped up assaults on the frontline city, which lies just 15 kilometres (nine miles) from Moscow-held Donetsk. ×

Morning brief: US, UK back Canada against India, latest from Israel-Hamas war, and more

In the latest,&nbsp;Reports from Hebrew media, as cited by the BBC, indicate that Hamas spokesperson Ghazi Hamad has confirmed Iran's support for the Palestinian terror organisation in executing its surprise, multi-front attack on Israel. In other news,&nbsp;Keir Starmer, the leader of the UK's Labour Party, has committed to reducing the waiting lists in England's NHS. His plan entails allocating funding for an extra two million hospital appointments annually, with the goal of diminishing patient wait times.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-palestine-crisis-live-unsc-to-meet-as-death-toll-climbs-to-over-300-643864">Hamas spokesperson confirms Iran's support in surprise Israel attack</a>

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Hamas spokesperson Ghazi Hamad, as reported by Hebrew media and cited by the BBC, has disclosed that Iran offered support to the Palestinian terror organisation for its surprise multi-front attack on Israel last Saturday. This unprecedented assault resulted in the deaths of 300 Israeli civilians and security personnel, with over 1,000 individuals sustaining injuries. Moreover, the attack led to the abduction of an unspecified number of individuals, including women, children, men, the elderly, and soldiers, who were taken from southern Israel into the Gaza Strip.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-oppn-leader-keir-starmer-vows-to-cut-nhs-waiting-lists-with-2-mln-appointments-annually-643869">UK oppn leader Keir Starmer vows to cut NHS waiting lists with 2 mln appointments annually</a>

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UK's opposition Labour Party leader Keir Starmer pledged to cut the NHS waiting lists in England. His proposal involves funding an additional two million hospital appointments each year, aimed at reducing patient waiting times. To achieve this goal, Starmer has said that he would commit to allocating £1.1 billion annually, which would enable the creation of 40,000 out-of-hours appointments on a weekly basis.&nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;Israel vows 'mighty vengeance' after surprise attack

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During his visit to China on Saturday (Oct 7) United States Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer accused Chinese firms of “fuelling” a drug addiction crisis across America while he met with officials in Shanghai on the first leg of a visit. He also said that Washington did not seek to decouple from China but wanted reciprocal and fair treatment for American companies.&nbsp;

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In the latest, Reports from Hebrew media, as cited by the BBC, indicate that Hamas spokesperson Ghazi Hamad has confirmed Iran's support for the Palestinian terror organisation in executing its surprise, multi-front attack on Israel.

In the latest, Reports from Hebrew media, as cited by the BBC, indicate that Hamas spokesperson Ghazi Hamad has confirmed Iran's support for the Palestinian terror organisation in executing its surprise, multi-front attack on Israel. In other news, Keir Starmer, the leader of the UK's Labour Party, has committed to reducing the waiting lists in England's NHS. His plan entails allocating funding for an extra two million hospital appointments annually, with the goal of diminishing patient wait times. Click on the headlines to read more. Hamas spokesperson confirms Iran's support in surprise Israel attack Hamas spokesperson Ghazi Hamad, as reported by Hebrew media and cited by the BBC, has disclosed that Iran offered support to the Palestinian terror organisation for its surprise multi-front attack on Israel last Saturday. This unprecedented assault resulted in the deaths of 300 Israeli civilians and security personnel, with over 1,000 individuals sustaining injuries. Moreover, the attack led to the abduction of an unspecified number of individuals, including women, children, men, the elderly, and soldiers, who were taken from southern Israel into the Gaza Strip. UK oppn leader Keir Starmer vows to cut NHS waiting lists with 2 mln appointments annually UK's opposition Labour Party leader Keir Starmer pledged to cut the NHS waiting lists in England. His proposal involves funding an additional two million hospital appointments each year, aimed at reducing patient waiting times. To achieve this goal, Starmer has said that he would commit to allocating £1.1 billion annually, which would enable the creation of 40,000 out-of-hours appointments on a weekly basis. Watch | Israel vows 'mighty vengeance' after surprise attack Top US Senator Chuck Schumer accuses Chinese firms of ‘fuelling’ fentanyl crisis during visit to Shanghai During his visit to China on Saturday (Oct 7) United States Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer accused Chinese firms of “fuelling” a drug addiction crisis across America while he met with officials in Shanghai on the first leg of a visit. He also said that Washington did not seek to decouple from China but wanted reciprocal and fair treatment for American companies. Watch | US Migration crisis: The lure of an American dream

Morning brief: Hamas confirms Iran's support in Israel attack, latter vows 'mighty vengeance,' and more

The death toll in flash floods in the Indian state of Sikkim has reached 14. At least 102 people still remain missing while over 3,000 tourists are believed to be stranded.

In Japan, Fukushima nuclear power plant said that it has started the release of the second batch of treated radioactive wastewater into the sea. The first round of discharges ended smoothly on 11 September with 7,800 tonnes of treated water discharged from 10 tanks.

In other news, UK's First Lady Akshata Murty made her debut political stage speech where she showered praises on Rishi Sunak. The PM and daughters Krishna and Anoushka, were caught off guard by her decision to address the party conference.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama has expressed grief over the tragedy that has befallen the northeastern Indian state of Sikkim.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japans-fukushima-nuclear-plant-begins-release-of-second-batch-of-treated-radioactive-wastewater-642747">Fukushima nuclear plant releases treated radioactive wastewater's second batch</a>

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The wrecked Fukushima nuclear power plant in Japan on Thursday (Oct 5) announced that it has started releasing a second batch of treated radioactive wastewater into the sea after the ending of the first round of discharges smoothly.

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UK First Lady Akshata Murty took to the political stage on Wednesday (Oct 4) in a surprise debut to address the Conservative Party conference held in Manchester, media reports said.&nbsp;Akshata Murty, married to UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, made a surprise entrance as the warm-up act for the annual conference's centerpiece. She reportedly shared that even her husband and their daughters, Krishna and Anoushka, were caught off guard by her decision to make her inaugural address to the party conference.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Two people, including a newborn, died, and three were injured after gun violence was reported in US states of Massachusetts and Philadelphia.

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The death toll in flash floods in the Indian state of Sikkim has reached 14. At least 102 people still remain missing while over 3,000 tourists are believed to be stranded.

The death toll in flash floods in the Indian state of Sikkim has reached 14. At least 102 people still remain missing while over 3,000 tourists are believed to be stranded. In Japan, Fukushima nuclear power plant said that it has started the release of the second batch of treated radioactive wastewater into the sea. The first round of discharges ended smoothly on 11 September with 7,800 tonnes of treated water discharged from 10 tanks. In other news, UK's First Lady Akshata Murty made her debut political stage speech where she showered praises on Rishi Sunak. The PM and daughters Krishna and Anoushka, were caught off guard by her decision to address the party conference. Dalai Lama expresses grief as 14 dead, 102 missing in Sikkim floods Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama has expressed grief over the tragedy that has befallen the northeastern Indian state of Sikkim. Fukushima nuclear plant releases treated radioactive wastewater's second batch The wrecked Fukushima nuclear power plant in Japan on Thursday (Oct 5) announced that it has started releasing a second batch of treated radioactive wastewater into the sea after the ending of the first round of discharges smoothly. Akshata Murty makes surprise debut at Conservative party conf, here's what the first lady said UK First Lady Akshata Murty took to the political stage on Wednesday (Oct 4) in a surprise debut to address the Conservative Party conference held in Manchester, media reports said. Akshata Murty, married to UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, made a surprise entrance as the warm-up act for the annual conference's centerpiece. She reportedly shared that even her husband and their daughters, Krishna and Anoushka, were caught off guard by her decision to make her inaugural address to the party conference. Newborn among two dead, three injured in gun violence in US Two people, including a newborn, died, and three were injured after gun violence was reported in US states of Massachusetts and Philadelphia. Watch | No consensus on Speaker, Republicans fail to put the House in order ×

Morning brief: Sikkim death toll at 14, Fukushima releases 2nd batch of treated radioactive water, & more

Justin Trudeau: Reports in media suggest that Canadian PM Justin Trudeau caused a massive headache to Indian intelligence agencies by refusing to stay in the presidential suite allotted to him by the government of India.

Iran hijab row: Iran has proposed a new law making provisions for harsher punishment for women defying the country's hijab laws.&nbsp;The law&nbsp;will be implemented on a trial basis for three years wherein women can face up to 10 years in prison and can be fined between 180m and 360m rials ($3,651-$7,302).

Germany-China: Berlin will take steps to remove Chinese parts from Germany's core network, AFP has reported. It is believed that China's Huawei can face problems in Germany following increased scrutiny.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/trudeau-staged-drama-in-india-over-presidential-suite-ahead-of-g20-638067">Trudeau staged drama in India over presidential suite ahead of G20: Report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/09/21/380979-gettyimages-1656556786-scaled.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reportedly staged a drama in India ahead of the G20 Summit and refused to stay in the presidential suite allotted to him under protocol.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-passes-stricter-hijab-bill-proposes-10-years-in-jail-for-mocking-defying-dress-code-638074">Iran passes stricter hijab bill, proposes 10 years in jail for ‘mocking’, defying dress code</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/09/21/380983-hijab.jpeg?imwidth=1920" />Iran’s parliament has passed a new bill that imposes strict punishment on women who defy hijab laws and on those who support them.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-considering-ban-on-huawei-zte-parts-in-5g-networks-report-638040">Germany considering ban on Huawei, ZTE parts in 5G networks: Report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/11/04/308371-00032mk6gy.jpg?imwidth=1920" />If reports are to be believed, Germany is considering a ban on parts made by Chinese manufacturers Huawei and ZTE in its 5G networks from as early as 2026.&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;Russia slams 'selfish geopolitical needs' of the West at UN; Kyiv says strip Moscow of veto power

Russia and Western allies traded accusations over Ukraine at the UN Security Council. It was to be Zelensky's first in-person appearance at a UN Security Council meeting on Moscow's invasion, and the Russian envoy objected to him taking the floor before the 15 council members. Zelensky called on the UN to vote to end Russia's veto power on the Security Council, where Moscow joins only the UK, China, France &amp; the U.S. In being able to block any resolution.

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Justin Trudeau: Reports in media suggest that Canadian PM Justin Trudeau caused a massive headache to Indian intelligence agencies by refusing to stay in the presidential suite allotted to him by the government of India.

Justin Trudeau: Reports in media suggest that Canadian PM Justin Trudeau caused a massive headache to Indian intelligence agencies by refusing to stay in the presidential suite allotted to him by the government of India. Iran hijab row: Iran has proposed a new law making provisions for harsher punishment for women defying the country's hijab laws. The law will be implemented on a trial basis for three years wherein women can face up to 10 years in prison and can be fined between 180m and 360m rials ($3,651-$7,302). Germany-China: Berlin will take steps to remove Chinese parts from Germany's core network, AFP has reported. It is believed that China's Huawei can face problems in Germany following increased scrutiny. Trudeau staged drama in India over presidential suite ahead of G20: Report Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reportedly staged a drama in India ahead of the G20 Summit and refused to stay in the presidential suite allotted to him under protocol. Iran passes stricter hijab bill, proposes 10 years in jail for ‘mocking’, defying dress code Iran’s parliament has passed a new bill that imposes strict punishment on women who defy hijab laws and on those who support them. Germany considering ban on Huawei, ZTE parts in 5G networks: Report If reports are to be believed, Germany is considering a ban on parts made by Chinese manufacturers Huawei and ZTE in its 5G networks from as early as 2026. Watch: Russia slams 'selfish geopolitical needs' of the West at UN; Kyiv says strip Moscow of veto power Russia and Western allies traded accusations over Ukraine at the UN Security Council. It was to be Zelensky's first in-person appearance at a UN Security Council meeting on Moscow's invasion, and the Russian envoy objected to him taking the floor before the 15 council members. Zelensky called on the UN to vote to end Russia's veto power on the Security Council, where Moscow joins only the UK, China, France & the U.S. In being able to block any resolution. × Watch: Poland fumes over Ukrainian president's Volodymyr Zelensky's UN speech The Polish government took a sharp stance on Wednesday after Ukraine's president insinuated that the country played into Russia's hands after imposing curbs on Ukrainian grain imports via its territory. ×

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The curtain is risen and characters are set to be in the frame. The photographic symbolism from North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin is beginning to dominate the news cycle worldwide. In Morocco, the global effort to rescue people trapped under the rubble of collapsed buildings continues.

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The South Korean defence ministry has indicated that North Korea's leader, Kim Jong Un, entered Russia on Tuesday (September 12)&nbsp;aboard his heavily fortified private train. This visit&nbsp;precedes his anticipated meeting with President Vladimir Putin. 
 
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/morocco-earthquake-rescue-teams-race-against-time-to-find-survivors-as-death-toll-crosses-2800-635074">Morocco earthquake: Rescue teams race against time to find survivors, as death toll crosses 2,800</a>

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Morocco earthquake death toll as per latest estimates has crossed 2,800. As per state TV reports, late on Monday, the number of dead had risen to 2,862, and 2,562 people were injured.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nobel-laureate-maria-ressa-acquitted-of-tax-fraud-in-philippines-635069">Nobel laureate Maria Ressa acquitted of tax fraud in Philippines</a>

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In a significant legal triumph for renowned Filipino journalist Maria Ressa and her news platform, Rappler, a trial court handed down an acquittal on tax fraud charges.

This marks yet another victory for the journalist who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2021, alongside a Russian counterpart. Ressa, who serves as the head of Rappler, has earned widespread acclaim for the relentless scrutiny her platform directed towards former President Rodrigo Duterte's controversial war on drugs.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-iran-tensions-calming-down-tehran-to-get-back-frozen-assets-worth-billions-after-prisoner-swap-635082">US-Iran tensions calming down? Tehran to get back frozen assets worth billions after prisoner swap</a>

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The US will release $6 bn in frozen Iranian funds and indicated that it would release five Iranian prisoners from American jails. The development came on September 11 when the Biden administration formally notified Congress on the matter, in what was seen as a major sign of plummeting tensions between Washington and Tehran.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/researchers-discover-remarkable-24000-years-old-palaeolithic-cave-art-in-spain-635093">Researchers discover 'remarkable' 24,000 years old palaeolithic cave art in Spain</a>

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Archaeologists have made a significant discovery of Palaeolithic cave art in "Cova Dones" or "Cueva Dones", a cave site in Spain.&nbsp;

With over 100 ancient paintings and engravings believed to be at least 24,000 years old, this discovery can arguably be considered one of the most important finds on the Eastern Iberian Coast in Europe.

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In India, if the consensus on social media is to go by, the UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak stole the most widespread spotlight as he mingled with world leaders at the G-20 summit. The Indian-origin leader of the UK's Conservative Party garnered admiration of Indians for the purported display of humility when he sat beside Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on one knee as the elder leader from Dhaka sat on a chair.&nbsp;

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The curtain is risen and characters are set to be in the frame. The photographic symbolism from North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin is beginning to dominate the news cycle worldwide.

The curtain is risen and characters are set to be in the frame. The photographic symbolism from North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and Russian President Vladimir Putin is beginning to dominate the news cycle worldwide. In Morocco, the global effort to rescue people trapped under the rubble of collapsed buildings continues. Click on the headlines to read more: N. Korea's Kim Jong Un arrives in Russia ahead of confirmed one-on-one with Putin The South Korean defence ministry has indicated that North Korea's leader, Kim Jong Un, entered Russia on Tuesday (September 12) aboard his heavily fortified private train. This visit precedes his anticipated meeting with President Vladimir Putin. Morocco earthquake: Rescue teams race against time to find survivors, as death toll crosses 2,800 Morocco earthquake death toll as per latest estimates has crossed 2,800. As per state TV reports, late on Monday, the number of dead had risen to 2,862, and 2,562 people were injured. Nobel laureate Maria Ressa acquitted of tax fraud in Philippines In a significant legal triumph for renowned Filipino journalist Maria Ressa and her news platform, Rappler, a trial court handed down an acquittal on tax fraud charges. This marks yet another victory for the journalist who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2021, alongside a Russian counterpart. Ressa, who serves as the head of Rappler, has earned widespread acclaim for the relentless scrutiny her platform directed towards former President Rodrigo Duterte's controversial war on drugs. US-Iran tensions calming down? Tehran to get back frozen assets worth billions after prisoner swap The US will release $6 bn in frozen Iranian funds and indicated that it would release five Iranian prisoners from American jails. The development came on September 11 when the Biden administration formally notified Congress on the matter, in what was seen as a major sign of plummeting tensions between Washington and Tehran. Researchers discover 'remarkable' 24,000 years old palaeolithic cave art in Spain Archaeologists have made a significant discovery of Palaeolithic cave art in "Cova Dones" or "Cueva Dones", a cave site in Spain. With over 100 ancient paintings and engravings believed to be at least 24,000 years old, this discovery can arguably be considered one of the most important finds on the Eastern Iberian Coast in Europe. Rishi Sunak, Akshata Murty wanted to visit Haldiram's or Saravana Bhawan in Delhi but could not In India, if the consensus on social media is to go by, the UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak stole the most widespread spotlight as he mingled with world leaders at the G-20 summit. The Indian-origin leader of the UK's Conservative Party garnered admiration of Indians for the purported display of humility when he sat beside Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina on one knee as the elder leader from Dhaka sat on a chair. But it has emerged that the Rishi Sunak and Akshata Murthy could not complete one task from their Delhi to-do list. 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.

Morning brief: Kim Jong Un to meet Vladimir Putin, sign of calm in Iran-US tensions, and more

Today marks the 22nd anniversary of the tragic 9/11 attack by Al-Qaeda,&nbsp;that in 2001 claimed around 3,000 lives in the United States. On the eve of the anniversary, DNA analysis has revealed the identities of&nbsp;two more victims of the tragedy. In other news, as the G20 Summit concludes in the Indian capital New Delhi, the presidency gavel was passed on to Brazil. Speaking to the press,&nbsp;Brazil's President&nbsp;Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has called for&nbsp;reforms in the UN Security Council.

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Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the launch of the ambitious India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) as “major news” for Israelis and said it was the “largest cooperation project in our history” that would impact the Middle East, Israel, and the entire globe.

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More than two decades after the tragic September 11 attacks on the United States claimed the lives of close to 3,000 people, DNA analysis has identified the 22-year-old&nbsp;remains of two people who died in the World Trade Center collapse.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/reflective-of-the-world-of-1940s-brazils-president-lula-calls-for-reforms-in-un-security-council-634710">'Reflective of the world of 1940s': Brazil's President Lula calls for reforms in UN Security Council</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/typhoon-haikui-batters-china-with-seven-days-of-heavy-rainfall-634726">Typhoon Haikui batters China with seven days of heavy rainfall</a>

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Southern China has been drenched with heavy rains from typhoon Haikui. For seven consecutive days, the slow-moving weather system has brought relentless downpours to the region, causing flooding in low-lying areas, road blockages, and trapping residents.

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Today marks the 22nd anniversary of the tragic 9/11 attack by Al-Qaeda, that in 2001 claimed around 3,000 lives in the United States. On the eve of the anniversary, DNA analysis has revealed the identities of two more victims of the tragedy.

Today marks the 22nd anniversary of the tragic 9/11 attack by Al-Qaeda, that in 2001 claimed around 3,000 lives in the United States. On the eve of the anniversary, DNA analysis has revealed the identities of two more victims of the tragedy. In other news, as the G20 Summit concludes in the Indian capital New Delhi, the presidency gavel was passed on to Brazil. Speaking to the press, Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has called for reforms in the UN Security Council. Click on the headlines to read more: India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor to change the face of the Middle East: Israel PM Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described the launch of the ambitious India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) as “major news” for Israelis and said it was the “largest cooperation project in our history” that would impact the Middle East, Israel, and the entire globe. 9/11 attacks 22nd anniversary: DNA analysis helps identify two victims decades after the tragedy More than two decades after the tragic September 11 attacks on the United States claimed the lives of close to 3,000 people, DNA analysis has identified the 22-year-old remains of two people who died in the World Trade Center collapse. 'Reflective of the world of 1940s': Brazil's President Lula calls for reforms in UN Security Council Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva called for reforms in the UN Security Council during a press conference in New Delhi on September 11, adding that the current structure of UN bodies is "reflective of the world of 1940s". Typhoon Haikui batters China with seven days of heavy rainfall Southern China has been drenched with heavy rains from typhoon Haikui. For seven consecutive days, the slow-moving weather system has brought relentless downpours to the region, causing flooding in low-lying areas, road blockages, and trapping residents. Watch | G20 Summit 2023: Indian PM Modi launches Global Biofuels Alliance

Morning brief: 9/11 attacks 22nd anniversary, India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor, and more