Iranian-backed Houthi rebels on Sunday reportedly struck an Indian-flagged oil tanker in the Red Sea. The attack, which was unsuccessful, prompted the vessel to head back towards India. The attack came a day after another oil tanker came under drone attack off the Indian coast. The US on Sunday said the attack was carried out by Iran.&nbsp;Pentagon in a statement to WION said that the attack occurred at approximately 10 am local time in the Indian Ocean, 200 nautical miles from the coast of India. It said that the "motor vessel CHEM PLUTO, a Liberia-flagged, Japanese-owned, and Netherlands-operated chemical tanker" was hit by "a one-way attack drone fired from Iran." Meanwhile in US, the authorities said they were responding to “an active shooting” at the Paddock mall in Ocala, located about 80 miles north-west of Orlando, on the day before Christmas Eve.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/houthis-strike-indian-flagged-oil-tanker-with-drone-in-red-sea-us-military-673011">Houthis strike Indian-flagged oil tanker with drone in Red Sea: US military</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-pentagon-accuses-iran-for-drone-attack-on-israel-affiliated-chemical-tanker-off-indian-coast-672986">Pentagon accuses Iran for drone attack on 'Israel-affiliated' chemical tanker off Indian Coast</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/303-indians-include-11-unaccompanied-minors-as-france-continues-human-trafficking-probe-672998">303 Indians include 11 unaccompanied minors as France continues human trafficking probe: Repor</a>t

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/florida-shooting-1-dead-several-injured-after-gunman-opens-fire-at-shopping-mall-673000">Florida shooting: 1 dead, several injured after gunman opens fire at shopping mall</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;US preparing to ease restrictions on weapons sale amid Saudi-Houthi peace talks

The United States is preparing to ease some of the restrictions on arms sales to Saudi Arabia. This comes after the Gulf Kingdom is looking to finalize a peace accord with Yemen's Houthi Rebels.

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Iranian-backed Houthi rebels on Sunday reportedly struck an Indian-flagged oil tanker in the Red Sea. The attack, which was unsuccessful, prompted the vessel to head back towards India.

Iranian-backed Houthi rebels on Sunday reportedly struck an Indian-flagged oil tanker in the Red Sea. The attack, which was unsuccessful, prompted the vessel to head back towards India. The attack came a day after another oil tanker came under drone attack off the Indian coast. The US on Sunday said the attack was carried out by Iran. Pentagon in a statement to WION said that the attack occurred at approximately 10 am local time in the Indian Ocean, 200 nautical miles from the coast of India. It said that the "motor vessel CHEM PLUTO, a Liberia-flagged, Japanese-owned, and Netherlands-operated chemical tanker" was hit by "a one-way attack drone fired from Iran." Meanwhile in US, the authorities said they were responding to “an active shooting” at the Paddock mall in Ocala, located about 80 miles north-west of Orlando, on the day before Christmas Eve. Click on the headlines to read more. Houthis strike Indian-flagged oil tanker with drone in Red Sea: US military Yemen’s Houthi rebels attacked an Indian-flagged crude oil tanker with a drone in the Red Sea, the US military reported Sunday morning (Dec 24). Pentagon accuses Iran for drone attack on 'Israel-affiliated' chemical tanker off Indian Coast US Pentagon, regarding the Saturday (Dec 23) incident off the coast of India where a Japanese-owned "Israel-affiliated" chemical tanker MV Chem Pluto was reportedly targeted by a drone, told WION that it was "fired from Iran." 303 Indians include 11 unaccompanied minors as France continues human trafficking probe: Report As 303 Indian passengers who were on a Nicaragua-bound plane continue to remain grounded by French authorities since Thursday (Dec 21), a Reuters report citing a source close to the Paris prosecutor's office confirmed that these individuals also included eleven unaccompanied minors. Florida shooting: 1 dead, several injured after gunman opens fire at shopping mall One person was reported killed and another injured after a gunman opened fire at a shopping mall in Florida on Saturday (Dec 23). Watch: US preparing to ease restrictions on weapons sale amid Saudi-Houthi peace talks The United States is preparing to ease some of the restrictions on arms sales to Saudi Arabia. This comes after the Gulf Kingdom is looking to finalize a peace accord with Yemen's Houthi Rebels. ×

Morning brief: Houthis' unsuccessful drone strike on Indian-flagged tanker, 1 dead in Florida shooting, & more

The US Supreme Court on Friday rejected to immediately decide whether Donald Trump was immune to the alleged crimes that he committed while being in the White House.The ruling came as a setback for special counsel Jack Smith, who wanted the case to be heard in an expedited manner. Covid scare is back in India, with authorities reporting&nbsp;22 cases of the COVID-19 subvariant JN.1.&nbsp;While all reported cases exhibit mild symptoms, officials are closely monitoring the situation to prevent any clustering of infections.

Meanwhile, India on Friday&nbsp;supported a resolution at the United Nations General Assembly to affirm the right of Palestinian people to self-determination. The resolution received overwhelming support from 172 member nations, with the United States and Israel being the sole dissenters.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-supreme-court-refuses-to-hear-trump-immunity-case-delaying-his-trial-672705">US: Supreme Court refuses to hear Trump immunity case, delaying his trial</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/covid-jn1-scare-india-registers-22-cases-centre-orders-genome-sequencing-672702">Covid JN.1 scare: India registers 22 cases; Centre orders genome sequencing</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elijah-mcclains-death-paramedics-convicted-found-guilty-of-injecting-fatal-ketamine-overdose-672687">Elijah McClain's death: Paramedics convicted, found guilty of injecting fatal ketamine overdose</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;Last French troops leave Sahel as military cooperation officially ends

The last French troops deployed in Niger to help fight a decade-old Islamist insurgency in the Sahel left the country on Friday, sealing a withdrawal that has dealt a further blow to France's influence in West Africa.

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The US Supreme Court on Friday rejected to immediately decide whether Donald Trump was immune to the alleged crimes that he committed while being in the White House.

The US Supreme Court on Friday rejected to immediately decide whether Donald Trump was immune to the alleged crimes that he committed while being in the White House.The ruling came as a setback for special counsel Jack Smith, who wanted the case to be heard in an expedited manner. Covid scare is back in India, with authorities reporting 22 cases of the COVID-19 subvariant JN.1. While all reported cases exhibit mild symptoms, officials are closely monitoring the situation to prevent any clustering of infections. Meanwhile, India on Friday supported a resolution at the United Nations General Assembly to affirm the right of Palestinian people to self-determination. The resolution received overwhelming support from 172 member nations, with the United States and Israel being the sole dissenters. Click on the headlines to read in detail. US: Supreme Court refuses to hear Trump immunity case, delaying his trial The Supreme Court of the US (SCOTUS) on Friday (Dec 22) rejected to immediately decide whether former President Donald Trump enjoys immunity for crimes that he allegedly committed while being in office. Covid JN.1 scare: India registers 22 cases; Centre orders genome sequencing India has reported a total of 22 cases of the COVID-19 subvariant JN.1, prompting health authorities to implement precautionary measures to curb further spread. Israel-Hamas war LIVE: Nothing can justify horrific Oct 7 Hamas attacks: UN chief UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in a post on X said “nothing can possibly justify the horrific terror attacks launched by Hamas on 7 October, or the brutal abduction of some 250 hostages.” Elijah McClain's death: Paramedics convicted, found guilty of injecting fatal ketamine overdose Two paramedics from the Denver area, Jeremy Cooper and Peter Cichuniec, were found guilty of criminally negligent homicide in the 2019 killing of Elijah McClain. Watch: Last French troops leave Sahel as military cooperation officially ends The last French troops deployed in Niger to help fight a decade-old Islamist insurgency in the Sahel left the country on Friday, sealing a withdrawal that has dealt a further blow to France's influence in West Africa. ×

Morning brief: Covid scare back in India, SC gives Trump relief in immunity case, and more

Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, has been invited to be the chief guest at India's upcoming Republic Day celebrations. This year, India marks its 75th celebration.&nbsp;

In other news, the alleged killers of Manuel Ellis, an unarmed Black man who died at the hands of Washington police officers in 2020, have been acquitted by a jury.

Finally,&nbsp;Vin Diesel, the actor known for his role in Fast and Furious, has been accused of sexually assaulting his assistant ten years ago.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/french-president-emmanuel-macron-invited-to-be-chief-guest-at-republic-day-2024-672320">French President Emmanuel Macron invited to be chief guest at Republic Day 2024</a>

<img alt="main img" src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/05/05/349767-modi-2.png?imwidth=3840" />An invitation has been extended to French President Emmanuel Macron to serve as the chief guest at India's Republic Day celebrations in 2024. This marks the sixth instance of a French leader being invited to the momentous event at Kartavya Path on January 26, commemorating the day in 1950 when the Constitution of India came into effect, signifying the nation's transition to a republic.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/white-officers-accused-of-killing-unarmed-black-man-manny-ellis-acquitted-despite-mounting-evidence-672357">White officers accused of killing unarmed black man Manny Ellis, acquitted despite mounting evidence</a>

<img alt="main img" src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/12/22/400840-new-wion-42.jpg?imwidth=3840" />Three police officers accused of killing Manuel 'Manny' Ellis, an unarmed Black man, were acquitted on Thursday (December 21) in Washington. Disappointed by the jury's decision, chanting "No justice, no peace," on Thursday evening, a crowd of around 100 people, including the victim's family, blocked an intersection near a mural of Manny Ellis in Tacoma.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment-news/action-star-vin-diesel-accused-of-sexual-assault-by-former-assistant-672326">Action star Vin Diesel accused of sexual assault by former assistant</a>

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The&nbsp;Fast and Furious&nbsp;star Vin Diesel is facing sexual assault allegations from his former assistant.&nbsp;As per a lawsuit filed on Thursday (Dec 21), the action star is accused of sexually assaulting his assistant in an Atlanta hotel room over ten years ago.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/octopus-gives-startling-warning-on-west-antarctic-ice-sheets-potential-collapse-672361">Octopus gives startling warning on West Antarctic ice sheet's potential collapse</a>

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Recent research, published in the journal Science, unveiled a surprising connection between the movements of Turquet’s octopuses and the stability of the West Antarctic ice sheet. These cephalopods, inhabitants of the Southern Ocean, navigated the region when the ice sheet melted approximately 125,000 years ago.

Watch |&nbsp;Prague Mass Shooting: At least 14 killed, 25 injured in Charles University

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Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, has been invited to be the chief guest at India's upcoming Republic Day celebrations. This year, India marks its 75th celebration.

Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, has been invited to be the chief guest at India's upcoming Republic Day celebrations. This year, India marks its 75th celebration. In other news, the alleged killers of Manuel Ellis, an unarmed Black man who died at the hands of Washington police officers in 2020, have been acquitted by a jury. Finally, Vin Diesel, the actor known for his role in Fast and Furious, has been accused of sexually assaulting his assistant ten years ago. Click on the headlines to read more French President Emmanuel Macron invited to be chief guest at Republic Day 2024 An invitation has been extended to French President Emmanuel Macron to serve as the chief guest at India's Republic Day celebrations in 2024. This marks the sixth instance of a French leader being invited to the momentous event at Kartavya Path on January 26, commemorating the day in 1950 when the Constitution of India came into effect, signifying the nation's transition to a republic. White officers accused of killing unarmed black man Manny Ellis, acquitted despite mounting evidence Three police officers accused of killing Manuel 'Manny' Ellis, an unarmed Black man, were acquitted on Thursday (December 21) in Washington. Disappointed by the jury's decision, chanting "No justice, no peace," on Thursday evening, a crowd of around 100 people, including the victim's family, blocked an intersection near a mural of Manny Ellis in Tacoma. Action star Vin Diesel accused of sexual assault by former assistant The Fast and Furious star Vin Diesel is facing sexual assault allegations from his former assistant. As per a lawsuit filed on Thursday (Dec 21), the action star is accused of sexually assaulting his assistant in an Atlanta hotel room over ten years ago. Octopus gives startling warning on West Antarctic ice sheet's potential collapse Recent research, published in the journal Science, unveiled a surprising connection between the movements of Turquet’s octopuses and the stability of the West Antarctic ice sheet. These cephalopods, inhabitants of the Southern Ocean, navigated the region when the ice sheet melted approximately 125,000 years ago. Watch | Prague Mass Shooting: At least 14 killed, 25 injured in Charles University

Morning news brief: Alleged killers of Manny Ellis acquitted, Vin Diesel accused of sexual assault, and more

During an interrogation with the Israeli forces, Ahmed Kahlot, the Director of Kamal Adwan hospital, a medical facility in Gaza, has reportedly confessed that the hospital was a military base for militant group Hamas. Kahlot has also revealed that&nbsp;he is a lieutenant colonel in Hamas since 2010.

Former US President Donald Trump has been barred from Colorado State ballots over his role in the January 6 attack on the US Capitol.

Finally, with Christmas approaching, the&nbsp;National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has released a new breathtaking cosmic image to up the festivities.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gaza-hospital-director-admits-facility-converted-into-hamas-operational-base-671547">Gaza hospital director admits facility converted into Hamas' operational base</a>

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The director of Gaza's Kamal Adwan hospital, Ahmed Kahlot, has admitted during an interrogation by Israel's internal security service, Shin Bet, that the hospital was converted into a military facility by Hamas militant group.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-barred-from-colorado-ballot-for-role-in-january-6-attack-on-us-capitol-671523">Trump barred from Colorado ballot for role in January 6 attack on US Capitol</a>

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In a massive blow to Republican frontrunner Donald Trump's campaign for the upcoming United States presidential election, the Colorado Supreme Court, on Tuesday (Dec 19) barred him from appearing on the state’s ballots over his role in the January 6 attack on the US Capitol by his supporters.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italian-court-sentences-pakistani-parents-to-life-for-murdering-daughter-over-refusal-to-marry-cousin-671535">Italian court sentences Pakistani parents to life for murdering daughter over refusal to marry cousin</a>

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A court in Italy's Reggio Emilia, about 430 km north of Rome, sentenced the parents and uncle of 18-year-old Saman Abbas for her murder. Saman Abbas was killed over her refusal to marry a cousin back in Pakistan, the court found.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/its-beginning-to-look-a-lot-like-cosmos-nasa-releases-breathtaking-image-of-a-cosmic-christmas-tree-671532">'It's beginning to look a lot like cosmos': NASA releases breathtaking image of a cosmic Christmas tree</a>

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As Christmas approaches, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has released an image of a space Christmas tree.

Watch |&nbsp;Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky speaks to media

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During an interrogation with the Israeli forces, Ahmed Kahlot, the Director of Kamal Adwan hospital, a medical facility in Gaza, has reportedly confessed that the hospital was a military base for militant group Hamas.

During an interrogation with the Israeli forces, Ahmed Kahlot, the Director of Kamal Adwan hospital, a medical facility in Gaza, has reportedly confessed that the hospital was a military base for militant group Hamas. Kahlot has also revealed that he is a lieutenant colonel in Hamas since 2010. Former US President Donald Trump has been barred from Colorado State ballots over his role in the January 6 attack on the US Capitol. Finally, with Christmas approaching, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has released a new breathtaking cosmic image to up the festivities. Click on the headlines to read more Gaza hospital director admits facility converted into Hamas' operational base The director of Gaza's Kamal Adwan hospital, Ahmed Kahlot, has admitted during an interrogation by Israel's internal security service, Shin Bet, that the hospital was converted into a military facility by Hamas militant group. Trump barred from Colorado ballot for role in January 6 attack on US Capitol In a massive blow to Republican frontrunner Donald Trump's campaign for the upcoming United States presidential election, the Colorado Supreme Court, on Tuesday (Dec 19) barred him from appearing on the state’s ballots over his role in the January 6 attack on the US Capitol by his supporters. Italian court sentences Pakistani parents to life for murdering daughter over refusal to marry cousin A court in Italy's Reggio Emilia, about 430 km north of Rome, sentenced the parents and uncle of 18-year-old Saman Abbas for her murder. Saman Abbas was killed over her refusal to marry a cousin back in Pakistan, the court found. 'It's beginning to look a lot like cosmos': NASA releases breathtaking image of a cosmic Christmas tree As Christmas approaches, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has released an image of a space Christmas tree. Watch | Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky speaks to media

Morning news brief: Gaza hospital a Hamas military base, Trump barred from Colorado ballot, and more

At least 116&nbsp;people have been killed in the Gansu province after a strong, shallow tremor, according to the state broadcaster CCTV citing provincial earthquake relief headquarters.&nbsp;The quake struck Jishishan county in China’s northwestern province of Gansu at around 11:59 am (local time), on Monday (Dec 18) at a depth of 10 kilometres, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC). Meanwhile, the White House is hoping that the ongoing discussions will lead to another potential hostage deal between Israel and Hamas, according to White House spokesperson John Kirby. You can follow WION's website for live coverage of the conflict.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-more-than-110-people-have-been-killed-after-earthquake-in-gansu-province-671082">China: Death toll rises to at least 116 after earthquake in Gansu province</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-live-us-forms-multinational-red-sea-force-to-deter-attacks-from-iranian-allies-671089">US forms multinational Red Sea force to deter attacks from Iranian allies</a>

<img alt="main img" src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/12/19/400020-untitled-design-17.jpg?imwidth=3840" />The US, along with its partners, has launched Operation Prosperity Guardian in the Red Sea, which brings together the United Kingdom, Bahrain, Canada, France, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Seychelles and Spain, to jointly address security challenges in the southern Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/volcano-on-icelands-reykjavik-erupts-in-a-spectacular-lava-show-671096">Volcano on Iceland's Reykjavík erupts in a spectacular lava show. Watch!</a>

<img alt="main img" src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/12/19/400024-new-wion-22.jpg?imwidth=3840" />Spewing lava and smoke in an awe-inspiring yet frightening display, a volcano in Southwest Iceland erupted late on Monday after weeks of intense earthquake activity, Iceland's Meteorological Office said.

Pope approves blessings for same-sex couples as long as it doesn't hamper Church rituals

The Vatican said on Monday in a landmark ruling approved by Pope Francis that Roman Catholic priests can administer blessings to same-sex couples as long as they are not part of regular Church rituals or liturgies, including marriage.

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At least 116 people have been killed in the Gansu province after a strong, shallow tremor, according to the state broadcaster CCTV citing provincial earthquake relief headquarters.

At least 116 people have been killed in the Gansu province after a strong, shallow tremor, according to the state broadcaster CCTV citing provincial earthquake relief headquarters. The quake struck Jishishan county in China’s northwestern province of Gansu at around 11:59 am (local time), on Monday (Dec 18) at a depth of 10 kilometres, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC). Meanwhile, the White House is hoping that the ongoing discussions will lead to another potential hostage deal between Israel and Hamas, according to White House spokesperson John Kirby. You can follow WION's website for live coverage of the conflict. Click on the headlines to read more. China: Death toll rises to at least 116 after earthquake in Gansu province At least 116 people have been killed after a magnitude-6.2 earthquake jolted a remote and mountainous county in northwest China, reported the country’s state media, on Tuesday (Dec 19). US forms multinational Red Sea force to deter attacks from Iranian allies The US, along with its partners, has launched Operation Prosperity Guardian in the Red Sea, which brings together the United Kingdom, Bahrain, Canada, France, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Seychelles and Spain, to jointly address security challenges in the southern Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. Volcano on Iceland's Reykjavík erupts in a spectacular lava show. Watch! Spewing lava and smoke in an awe-inspiring yet frightening display, a volcano in Southwest Iceland erupted late on Monday after weeks of intense earthquake activity, Iceland's Meteorological Office said. Pope approves blessings for same-sex couples as long as it doesn't hamper Church rituals The Vatican said on Monday in a landmark ruling approved by Pope Francis that Roman Catholic priests can administer blessings to same-sex couples as long as they are not part of regular Church rituals or liturgies, including marriage. × Smart devices evesdropping for ad targeting and listening to your conversations secretly? You may be one of the many individuals who think that the discussions they have next to their cellphones result in them seeing online advertisements for goods or services they may have discussed with others offline. Or you may know individuals who hold that belief. ×

Morning brief: Death toll in China quake rises to 116, latest from Israel-Hamas war, 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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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-koreas-missile-launches-a-threat-to-peace-and-stability-japanese-pm-kishida-670710">North Korea's missile launches a threat to peace and stability: Japanese PM Kishida</a>

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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.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-most-wanted-criminal-dawood-ibrahim-poisoned-in-pakistan-report-670678">Dawood Ibrahim, India’s most wanted criminal, poisoned in Pakistan: Report &nbsp;</a>

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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.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-at-least-three-injured-suspected-dead-after-shooting-in-downtown-austin-670716">US: At least three injured, suspected dead after shooting in downtown Austin</a>

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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;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-external-affairs-minister-jaishankar-to-travel-to-russia-later-this-week-670680">India’s External Affairs Minister Jaishankar to travel to Russia later this week</a>

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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

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, Israel is drawing criticism after its defence forces mistook hostages for militants and killed them. For real-time updates, follow the live blog. Amid the ongoing Pannun murder plot case, a US religious freedom watchdog called on the Biden administration to designate India as a 'country of particular concern' due to alleged targeting of religious minorities abroad.&nbsp;

In other news, Donald Trump reiterated his strict immigration stance, stating that undocumented immigrants were "poisoning the blood of our country." This controversial rhetoric resurfaced during a New Hampshire rally.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-live-updates-israel-will-fight-until-complete-victory-says-netanyahu-670416">Israel-Hamas war LIVE: Israel faces flak over mistakenly killing hostages</a>

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Israel is continuing its offensive against Hamas in the besieged Gaza Strip. On Saturday (Dec 16), Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to keep up the military pressure on Hamas, adding his country would fight until complete victory.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/designate-india-as-country-of-particular-concern-us-watchdog-tells-biden-administration-670429">Pannun murder plot: US watchdog tells Biden to designate India as 'country of particular concern'</a>

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A religious freedom watchdog in the United States on Friday (Dec 15) called on the Joe Biden administration to designate India as a 'country of particular concern' under the US Religious Freedom Act, citing its alleged targeting of religious minorities overseas. In a statement, the US Commission on International Religious Freedom said that recent efforts by New Delhi to silence activists, journalists, and lawyers abroad posed a serious threat to religious freedom.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-renews-hard-line-stance-on-immigration-claims-migrants-poisoning-blood-of-america-670420">Trump renews hard-line stance on immigration, claims migrants 'poisoning blood' of America</a>

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Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump doubled down on his stringent immigration stance, declaring that undocumented immigrants were "poisoning the blood of our country." The rhetoric, previously criticised as xenophobic, resurfaced as Trump addressed a crowd of thousands in a fiery rally in Durham, in US state of New Hampshire on Saturday (Dec 16).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/after-delay-spacex-locks-launch-date-for-us-militarys-x-37b-secret-plane-670432">After delay, SpaceX locks launch date for US military's X-37B secret plane</a>

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SpaceX has scheduled the launch date for the secret United States military's X-37B robotic space plane on its seventh orbital mission. The launch is set for December 28, as announced by SpaceX on Friday (Dec 15). The Falcon Heavy rocket will carry the X-37B, designated USSF-52, from Florida. The initial launch plan on a Sunday (Dec 17) was canceled due to adverse weather conditions at Cape Canaveral.

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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, Israel is drawing criticism after its defence forces mistook hostages for militants and killed them.

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, Israel is drawing criticism after its defence forces mistook hostages for militants and killed them. For real-time updates, follow the live blog. Amid the ongoing Pannun murder plot case, a US religious freedom watchdog called on the Biden administration to designate India as a 'country of particular concern' due to alleged targeting of religious minorities abroad. In other news, Donald Trump reiterated his strict immigration stance, stating that undocumented immigrants were "poisoning the blood of our country." This controversial rhetoric resurfaced during a New Hampshire rally. Israel-Hamas war LIVE: Israel faces flak over mistakenly killing hostages Israel is continuing its offensive against Hamas in the besieged Gaza Strip. On Saturday (Dec 16), Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to keep up the military pressure on Hamas, adding his country would fight until complete victory. Pannun murder plot: US watchdog tells Biden to designate India as 'country of particular concern' A religious freedom watchdog in the United States on Friday (Dec 15) called on the Joe Biden administration to designate India as a 'country of particular concern' under the US Religious Freedom Act, citing its alleged targeting of religious minorities overseas. In a statement, the US Commission on International Religious Freedom said that recent efforts by New Delhi to silence activists, journalists, and lawyers abroad posed a serious threat to religious freedom. Trump renews hard-line stance on immigration, claims migrants 'poisoning blood' of America Republican presidential frontrunner Donald Trump doubled down on his stringent immigration stance, declaring that undocumented immigrants were "poisoning the blood of our country." The rhetoric, previously criticised as xenophobic, resurfaced as Trump addressed a crowd of thousands in a fiery rally in Durham, in US state of New Hampshire on Saturday (Dec 16). After delay, SpaceX locks launch date for US military's X-37B secret plane SpaceX has scheduled the launch date for the secret United States military's X-37B robotic space plane on its seventh orbital mission. The launch is set for December 28, as announced by SpaceX on Friday (Dec 15). The Falcon Heavy rocket will carry the X-37B, designated USSF-52, from Florida. The initial launch plan on a Sunday (Dec 17) was canceled due to adverse weather conditions at Cape Canaveral. Watch | Israel-Hamas war: Hundreds protest after IDF kills three hostages by mistake ×

Morning news brief: Israel faces flak over mistakenly killing hostages, Pannun murder plot, & more

All five members of the so-called 'Samosa Caucus' in the US Congress have warned New Delhi that Pannun murder plot can have damaging impact on the US-India ties if the case is not actively probed by New Delhi.&nbsp;They have also demanded India never repeat such incidents on American soil.

Meanwhile,&nbsp;Lalit Jha, the mastermind of the security breach in Indian Parliament, was arrested as the fifth accused in the case after he surrendered late Thursday (Dec 14). According to the police, they are probing the “actual motive behind the attack" and his "association with any other enemy country as well as terrorist organisations."&nbsp;

The war between Israel and Hamas continues with Palestinian authorities saying that 18,000 people have been killed in the Gaza Strip so far. The number included 8,000 children and 6,200 women, it said, adding that 51,000 people had been injured since the war began on October 7.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/parliament-breach-all-accused-wanted-to-create-anarchy-in-country-police-tell-court-670164">‘Investigate Pannun plot or…’, USA's 'Samosa Caucas' issues warning to India</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russias-putin-promises-harsh-punishment-for-foreign-meddling-in-2024-election-670172">Russia's Putin promises harsh punishment for foreign meddling in 2024 election</a>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday (Dec 15) promised harsh punishment for any foreign interference in the 2024 presidential election.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-live-updates-israel-reopens-aid-crossing-into-gaza-670152">Israel-Hamas war LIVE updates: We will not abandon Palestinian cause, say Houthis</a>

<img alt="main img" src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/12/16/399460-untitled-design.png?imwidth=3840" />The Israeli military on Friday reopened an aid crossing into Gaza, allowing more aid to be delivered directly to Gaza through its Kerem Shalom border crossing.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/parliament-breach-all-accused-wanted-to-create-anarchy-in-country-police-tell-court-670164">Parliament breach: All accused wanted to create ‘anarchy’ in country, police tell court</a>

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Gravitas | Biden, Kamala Harris at odds over Palestinians?

The US Is a divided house when it comes to supporting its friend in West Asia - Israel. It looks like President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, do not see eye to eye. Reports say Kamala Harris, is forcing the White House to adopt a more sympathetic stance toward Palestinians, publicly.

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All five members of the so-called 'Samosa Caucus' in the US Congress have warned New Delhi that Pannun murder plot can have damaging impact on the US-India ties if the case is not actively probed by New Delhi.

All five members of the so-called 'Samosa Caucus' in the US Congress have warned New Delhi that Pannun murder plot can have damaging impact on the US-India ties if the case is not actively probed by New Delhi. They have also demanded India never repeat such incidents on American soil. Meanwhile, Lalit Jha, the mastermind of the security breach in Indian Parliament, was arrested as the fifth accused in the case after he surrendered late Thursday (Dec 14). According to the police, they are probing the “actual motive behind the attack" and his "association with any other enemy country as well as terrorist organisations." The war between Israel and Hamas continues with Palestinian authorities saying that 18,000 people have been killed in the Gaza Strip so far. The number included 8,000 children and 6,200 women, it said, adding that 51,000 people had been injured since the war began on October 7. Click on the headlines to read more. ‘Investigate Pannun plot or…’, USA's 'Samosa Caucas' issues warning to India All Indian-American US Congressmen have called on New Delhi to actively investigate Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun’s alleged murder plot or be ready for the severing of the India-US ties. Russia's Putin promises harsh punishment for foreign meddling in 2024 election Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday (Dec 15) promised harsh punishment for any foreign interference in the 2024 presidential election. Israel-Hamas war LIVE updates: We will not abandon Palestinian cause, say Houthis The Israeli military on Friday reopened an aid crossing into Gaza, allowing more aid to be delivered directly to Gaza through its Kerem Shalom border crossing. Parliament breach: All accused wanted to create ‘anarchy’ in country, police tell court The key conspirator behind the shocking Parliament security breach earlier this week wanted to create ‘anarchy’ in the country, Delhi police stated in their remand plea to a court on Friday (Dec 15). Gravitas | Biden, Kamala Harris at odds over Palestinians? The US Is a divided house when it comes to supporting its friend in West Asia - Israel. It looks like President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, do not see eye to eye. Reports say Kamala Harris, is forcing the White House to adopt a more sympathetic stance toward Palestinians, publicly. ×

Morning brief: USA's 'Samosa Caucus' warns India over Pannun probe, Putin's warning for 2024 elections, & more

25 people were injured in the Ukrainian capital city Kyiv, as after a long hiatus, Russia carried out an attack. This is the&nbsp;second such strike in a week. Furthermore, a major cyberattack on&nbsp;Ukrainian telecommunications company Kyivstar has left millions&nbsp;without internet access.

In other news, popular Brooklyn Nine-Nine actor,&nbsp;Andre Braugher, passed away after a brief illness. He is known for his&nbsp;portrayal of the fan-favourite character Captain Raymond Holt in the popular comedy TV series. He was 61 years old.

Finally, new research has uncovered a damning long-term effect wildfires have on those subjected to its toxic smoke.

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<img alt="main img" src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/12/13/398845-image.jpg?imwidth=3840" />Ukrainian capital Kyiv was rocked by multiple explosions early Wednesday (Dec 13) as it came under a Russian missile attack.&nbsp;Kyiv’s mayor said&nbsp;25 people were injured in the “enemy attack,” the second offensive in a week after a long hiatus.

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Andre Braugher, the actor who played the fan-favourite character Captain Raymond Holt in the popular comedy TV series Brooklyn Nine-Nine, has died aged 61.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wildfires-releasing-toxic-cancer-causing-erin-brockovich-chemical-into-air-669103">Wildfires releasing toxic, cancer-causing 'Erin Brockovich' chemical into air</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/colossal-tsunami-waves-of-92-feet-to-strike-new-zealand-every-580-years-study-669092">Colossal tsunami waves of 92 feet to strike New Zealand every 580 years: Study</a>

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New Zealand faces the threat of colossal tsunamis, as high as 92 feet, once every 580 years, according to a groundbreaking study that employed a new method to assess tsunami risk.

Watch | UNGA overwhelmingly votes for Gaza ceasefire; US alone in Israel's support&nbsp;

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25 people were injured in the Ukrainian capital city Kyiv, as after a long hiatus, Russia carried out an attack. This is the second such strike in a week. Furthermore, a major cyberattack on Ukrainian telecommunications company Kyivstar has left millions without internet access.

25 people were injured in the Ukrainian capital city Kyiv, as after a long hiatus, Russia carried out an attack. This is the second such strike in a week. Furthermore, a major cyberattack on Ukrainian telecommunications company Kyivstar has left millions without internet access. In other news, popular Brooklyn Nine-Nine actor, Andre Braugher, passed away after a brief illness. He is known for his portrayal of the fan-favourite character Captain Raymond Holt in the popular comedy TV series. He was 61 years old. Finally, new research has uncovered a damning long-term effect wildfires have on those subjected to its toxic smoke. Click on the headlines to read more Russia-Ukraine war: Missile attack rocks Kyiv, cyberattack leaves millions without internet Ukrainian capital Kyiv was rocked by multiple explosions early Wednesday (Dec 13) as it came under a Russian missile attack. Kyiv’s mayor said 25 people were injured in the “enemy attack,” the second offensive in a week after a long hiatus. Andre Braugher, best known as Captain Raymond Holt from Brooklyn Nine-Nine, dies aged 61 Andre Braugher, the actor who played the fan-favourite character Captain Raymond Holt in the popular comedy TV series Brooklyn Nine-Nine, has died aged 61. Wildfires releasing toxic, cancer-causing 'Erin Brockovich' chemical into air Wildfires wreak havoc on forests and vegetation, but as per a new study, they can also release a toxic, cancer-causing chemical into the air we breathe. Colossal tsunami waves of 92 feet to strike New Zealand every 580 years: Study New Zealand faces the threat of colossal tsunamis, as high as 92 feet, once every 580 years, according to a groundbreaking study that employed a new method to assess tsunami risk. Watch | UNGA overwhelmingly votes for Gaza ceasefire; US alone in Israel's support

Morning news brief: Missile attack rocks Kyiv, Brooklyn Nine-Nine actor Andre Braugher dies, and more

The White House said on Monday (Dec 11) that the United States is "concerned" over new reports that Israel used US-supplied white phosphorus in a bombing attack in Lebanon. The attack reportedly injured civilians and burned down houses. In other news,&nbsp;US President Joe Biden on Monday told donors at a political fundraiser that opponent Donald Trump is a threat to US democracy. He also alleged that the former president had pledged to be a dictator for a day if elected to the White House in 2024.&nbsp;

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The White House said on Monday (Dec 11) that the United States is "concerned" over new reports that Israel used US-supplied white phosphorus in a bombing attack in Lebanon. The attack reportedly injured civilians and burned down houses.&nbsp;

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US President Joe Biden on Monday told donors at a political fundraiser that opponent Donald Trump is a threat to US democracy. He also alleged that the former president had pledged to be a dictator for a day if elected to the White House in 2024.&nbsp;

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The United Kingdom on Monday (Dec 11) condemned "unsafe and escalatory tactics deployed by Chinese vessels" against the Philippines over the weekend in the South China Sea.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/senior-imf-official-warns-fragmentation-in-global-economy-could-trigger-new-cold-war-668686">Senior IMF official warns fragmentation in global economy could trigger 'new Cold War' 
 
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Gita Gopinath, a senior International Monetary Fund (IMF) official warned during a speech in Colombia on Monday (Dec 11), that the world economy is on the brink of a second cold war, which could "annihilate" progress made since the collapse of the Soviet Union.&nbsp;

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The White House said on Monday (Dec 11) that the United States is "concerned" over new reports that Israel used US-supplied white phosphorus in a bombing attack in Lebanon.

The White House said on Monday (Dec 11) that the United States is "concerned" over new reports that Israel used US-supplied white phosphorus in a bombing attack in Lebanon. The attack reportedly injured civilians and burned down houses. In other news, US President Joe Biden on Monday told donors at a political fundraiser that opponent Donald Trump is a threat to US democracy. He also alleged that the former president had pledged to be a dictator for a day if elected to the White House in 2024. Click on the headlines to read more: White House 'concerned' over reports that Israel used white phosphorus in Lebanon attack The White House said on Monday (Dec 11) that the United States is "concerned" over new reports that Israel used US-supplied white phosphorus in a bombing attack in Lebanon. The attack reportedly injured civilians and burned down houses. 'Dictator for a day': Biden labels Trump a threat to democracy; reaffirms commitment to Israel US President Joe Biden on Monday told donors at a political fundraiser that opponent Donald Trump is a threat to US democracy. He also alleged that the former president had pledged to be a dictator for a day if elected to the White House in 2024. UK slams China over incidents in South China Sea against Philippines The United Kingdom on Monday (Dec 11) condemned "unsafe and escalatory tactics deployed by Chinese vessels" against the Philippines over the weekend in the South China Sea. Senior IMF official warns fragmentation in global economy could trigger 'new Cold War' Gita Gopinath, a senior International Monetary Fund (IMF) official warned during a speech in Colombia on Monday (Dec 11), that the world economy is on the brink of a second cold war, which could "annihilate" progress made since the collapse of the Soviet Union. WATCH | Texas top court rules against woman who sought abortion for medical emergency

Morning brief: Biden calls Trump a threat to democracy, UK slams China over actions in South China Sea & more

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called on Hamas fighters to "surrender now," saying that the Palestinian militant group's&nbsp;end was near. Meanwhile, a report by Reuters citing&nbsp;diplomats said that the&nbsp;193-member United Nations General Assembly is likely to vote on a&nbsp;draft resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Follow WION for latest updates from the war. Meanwhile, in a move which can impact the arrival of Indian students in Australia, the country announced that it was tightening its visa rules for foreign students.&nbsp;Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil said in a statement ahead of the formal release of the government’s strategy said that the move is expected to halve its migrant intake over the next two years.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-announces-stricter-visa-rules-for-students-workers-as-it-prepares-to-overhaul-immigration-system-668343">Australia announces stricter visa rules for students, workers as it prepares to overhaul immigration system</a>

<img alt="main img" src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/12/11/398450-syd.jpg?imwidth=3840" />In a bid to “fix the broken immigration system”, Australia said on Monday (Dec 11) that is restricting the intake of international students and low-skilled workers by tightening the visa rules.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-f-16-fighter-jet-crashes-in-south-korea-during-training-exercise-reports-668319">US F-16 fighter jet crashes in South Korea during training exercise: Report</a> 
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Watch:&nbsp;Zelesnky to meet with Biden, US Republicans, invited to address US Senators in Capitol&nbsp;

Ukrainian President Zelensky who will be travelling to US this week to meet President Joe Biden, will plead his case before Republicans who are opposed to sending more money for Ukraine's fight against Russia.

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Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called on Hamas fighters to "surrender now," saying that the Palestinian militant group's end was near. Meanwhile, a report by Reuters citing diplomats said that the 193-member United Nations General Assembly is likely to vote on a draft resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu called on Hamas fighters to "surrender now," saying that the Palestinian militant group's end was near. Meanwhile, a report by Reuters citing diplomats said that the 193-member United Nations General Assembly is likely to vote on a draft resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire amid the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Follow WION for latest updates from the war. Meanwhile, in a move which can impact the arrival of Indian students in Australia, the country announced that it was tightening its visa rules for foreign students. Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil said in a statement ahead of the formal release of the government’s strategy said that the move is expected to halve its migrant intake over the next two years. Click on the headlines to read more. Israel-Hamas war LIVE updates: Israel continues its offensive in South Gaza Israel continued its offensive in southern Gaza on Monday after Hamas warned no Israeli hostages would leave the territory alive unless its demands for prisoner releases were met. This is WION's live blog, bringing to you the latest updates from the war. Australia announces stricter visa rules for students, workers as it prepares to overhaul immigration system In a bid to “fix the broken immigration system”, Australia said on Monday (Dec 11) that is restricting the intake of international students and low-skilled workers by tightening the visa rules. US F-16 fighter jet crashes in South Korea during training exercise: Report An American F-16 fighter jet crashed in South Korea on Monday (Dec 11) during a training exercise and the pilot has ejected, reported news agency Yonhap citing a military source. Watch: Zelesnky to meet with Biden, US Republicans, invited to address US Senators in Capitol Ukrainian President Zelensky who will be travelling to US this week to meet President Joe Biden, will plead his case before Republicans who are opposed to sending more money for Ukraine's fight against Russia. × Watch: Russia Presidential Polls: Navalny camp sets strategy to disrupt Putin's path to new term With his hands on all the levers of power in Russia, Vladimir Putin appears unbeatable in a presidential election but opposition activists scent a chance to show he is vulnerable. ×

Morning brief: Australia to tighten visa rules, US fighter jet crashes in South Korea, and more

We are tracking the latest updates on the Israel-Hamas war. At the time of writing the Morning Brief, a report by the news agency Reuters on Sunday (Dec 10) said that hospitals in the southern Gaza Strip are overwhelmed by the rising numbers of people injured in heavy Israeli bombardments. So far, only 14 of the 36 hospitals in the war-torn region are still functioning.

Liz Magill, the president of the University of Pennsylvania resigned in the wake of criticism surrounding her handling of antisemitism on campus.

In other news from around the world, At least six people were killed and tens of thousands of others were left without power after storms and tornadoes struck the US state of Tennessee on Saturday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/live-israels-just-war-to-eliminate-hamas-will-continue-says-netanyahu-668056">Israel-Hamas war LIVE: Hospitals in South Gaza overwhelmed by rising numbers of injured</a>

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Hospitals in the southern Gaza Strip are overwhelmed by the rising numbers of people injured in heavy Israeli bombardments over the past two months.

According to a report by the news agency Reuters on Sunday,&nbsp;only 14 of the 36 hospitals in Gaza are still functioning, and they are handling tens of thousands of injured patients.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-university-of-pennsylvania-president-steps-down-amid-antisemitism-backlash-on-campus-668053">University of Pennsylvania president steps down amid antisemitism backlash on campus</a>

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University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill has stepped down from her position in the wake of criticism surrounding her handling of antisemitism on campus.&nbsp;This decision follows her testimony before a congressional hearing on the rise of antisemitism in universities after the Israel-Hamas conflict in October, reported Reuters.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-storms-tornadoes-in-tennessee-kill-at-least-six-leave-tens-of-thousands-without-power-668071">Storms, tornadoes in Tennessee kill at least six, leave tens of thousands without power</a>

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At least six people were killed and tens of thousands of others were left without power after storms and tornadoes struck the US state of Tennessee on Saturday (Dec 9), the news agency Reuters reported.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/authorities-launch-investigation-after-baby-found-dead-in-ipswich-3-arrested-668087">Authorities launch investigation after baby found dead in Ipswich; 3 arrested</a>

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Authorities in Ipswich have launched an investigation after the body of a baby was found outside premises on Norwich Road on Saturday (Dec 8). In a statement, the Suffolk constabulary said that three people- two men and a female, were arrested on suspicion of murder and were under interrogation.&nbsp;

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We are tracking the latest updates on the Israel-Hamas war. At the time of writing the Morning Brief, a report by the news agency Reuters on Sunday (Dec 10) said that hospitals in the southern Gaza Strip are overwhelmed by the rising numbers of people injured in heavy Israeli bombardments.

We are tracking the latest updates on the Israel-Hamas war. At the time of writing the Morning Brief, a report by the news agency Reuters on Sunday (Dec 10) said that hospitals in the southern Gaza Strip are overwhelmed by the rising numbers of people injured in heavy Israeli bombardments. So far, only 14 of the 36 hospitals in the war-torn region are still functioning. Liz Magill, the president of the University of Pennsylvania resigned in the wake of criticism surrounding her handling of antisemitism on campus. In other news from around the world, At least six people were killed and tens of thousands of others were left without power after storms and tornadoes struck the US state of Tennessee on Saturday. Click on the headlines to read more: Israel-Hamas war LIVE: Hospitals in South Gaza overwhelmed by rising numbers of injured Hospitals in the southern Gaza Strip are overwhelmed by the rising numbers of people injured in heavy Israeli bombardments over the past two months. According to a report by the news agency Reuters on Sunday, only 14 of the 36 hospitals in Gaza are still functioning, and they are handling tens of thousands of injured patients. University of Pennsylvania president steps down amid antisemitism backlash on campus University of Pennsylvania President Liz Magill has stepped down from her position in the wake of criticism surrounding her handling of antisemitism on campus. This decision follows her testimony before a congressional hearing on the rise of antisemitism in universities after the Israel-Hamas conflict in October, reported Reuters. Storms, tornadoes in Tennessee kill at least six, leave tens of thousands without power At least six people were killed and tens of thousands of others were left without power after storms and tornadoes struck the US state of Tennessee on Saturday (Dec 9), the news agency Reuters reported. Authorities launch investigation after baby found dead in Ipswich; 3 arrested Authorities in Ipswich have launched an investigation after the body of a baby was found outside premises on Norwich Road on Saturday (Dec 8). In a statement, the Suffolk constabulary said that three people- two men and a female, were arrested on suspicion of murder and were under interrogation. Watch | Iran: Mahsa Amini's family blocked from leaving Iran to collect EU rights prize ×

Morning brief: Israel-Hamas war updates, UPenn president steps down, and more

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has dominated the Global Leader Approval ratings, topping at 76 per cent. The second-highest approval rating is held by Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador at 66 per cent, followed by Switzerland President Alain Berset at 58 per cent.

United States President Joe Biden on Friday (Dec 8) &nbsp;unveiled a $3 billion investment for a high-speed rail project to connect Las Vegas and Los Angeles. This rail project would reduce the trip (from LA to Las Vegas and Las Vegas to LA) time from seven hours to just three hours.

In other news from around the world, North Korea warned that it would carry more spy satellite launches soon to gather more information about the military activities of its enemies.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-dominates-global-leader-approval-ratings-tops-the-chart-with-impressive-76-percent-667794">Indian PM Modi dominates Global Leader Approval ratings, tops the chart with impressive 76 percent</a>

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi continued to remain a global frontrunner in global leadership approval, boasting an impressive 76 per cent rating, as revealed by the latest survey conducted by Morning Consult.&nbsp;This commanding approval rating placed Prime Minister Modi ahead of other world leaders, who are trailing behind by a huge margin.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-president-biden-unveils-3-billion-investment-for-la-las-vegas-high-speed-rail-project-667792">US President Biden unveils $3 billion investment for LA-Las Vegas high-speed rail project</a>

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United States President Joe Biden on Friday (Dec 8) unveiled a $3 billion investment for a high-speed rail project to connect Las Vegas and Los Angeles.&nbsp;He pointed out that the new rail project will reduce the trip (from LA to Las Vegas and Las Vegas to LA) time from seven hours to just three hours.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-boasts-of-satellite-capability-warns-to-launch-more-soon-667790">North Korea boasts of satellite capability, warns to launch more soon</a>

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North Korea has warned that it would carry more spy satellite launches in the coming months in order to gather more information about the military activities of its enemies, a commentary carried by state news agency KCNA said on Saturday (Dec 9).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-michigan-shool-shooter-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-without-parole-667787">Michigan school shooter sentenced to life in prison without parole​​​​​​​</a>

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An American teenager, who shot dead four of his classmates in 2021 at a high school outside Detroit, was on Friday (Dec 8) sentenced to life imprisonment without parole.&nbsp;Ethan Crumbley had opened fire on Nov 30 2021 with a semi-automatic handgun that his father bought as a Christmas gift days before the incident occurred.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has dominated the Global Leader Approval ratings, topping at 76 per cent. The second-highest approval rating is held by Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador at 66 per cent, followed by Switzerland President Alain Berset at 58 per cent.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has dominated the Global Leader Approval ratings, topping at 76 per cent. The second-highest approval rating is held by Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador at 66 per cent, followed by Switzerland President Alain Berset at 58 per cent. United States President Joe Biden on Friday (Dec 8) unveiled a $3 billion investment for a high-speed rail project to connect Las Vegas and Los Angeles. This rail project would reduce the trip (from LA to Las Vegas and Las Vegas to LA) time from seven hours to just three hours. In other news from around the world, North Korea warned that it would carry more spy satellite launches soon to gather more information about the military activities of its enemies. Click on the headlines to read more: Indian PM Modi dominates Global Leader Approval ratings, tops the chart with impressive 76 percent Prime Minister Narendra Modi continued to remain a global frontrunner in global leadership approval, boasting an impressive 76 per cent rating, as revealed by the latest survey conducted by Morning Consult. This commanding approval rating placed Prime Minister Modi ahead of other world leaders, who are trailing behind by a huge margin. US President Biden unveils $3 billion investment for LA-Las Vegas high-speed rail project United States President Joe Biden on Friday (Dec 8) unveiled a $3 billion investment for a high-speed rail project to connect Las Vegas and Los Angeles. He pointed out that the new rail project will reduce the trip (from LA to Las Vegas and Las Vegas to LA) time from seven hours to just three hours. North Korea boasts of satellite capability, warns to launch more soon North Korea has warned that it would carry more spy satellite launches in the coming months in order to gather more information about the military activities of its enemies, a commentary carried by state news agency KCNA said on Saturday (Dec 9). Michigan school shooter sentenced to life in prison without parole An American teenager, who shot dead four of his classmates in 2021 at a high school outside Detroit, was on Friday (Dec 8) sentenced to life imprisonment without parole. Ethan Crumbley had opened fire on Nov 30 2021 with a semi-automatic handgun that his father bought as a Christmas gift days before the incident occurred. Watch | US bars imports from 3 more Chinese companies over Uyghur forced labour ×

Morning brief: Indian PM Modi dominates Global Leader Approval ratings, and more

US President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden has been indicted on three felonies and six misdemeanour tax offences.

Meanwhile, on social media, and on Israeli TV, a video of scores of Palestinian men, stripped and allegedly in military custody, sitting on a street is spreading like wildfire. You can access WION's live coverage of the Israel-Hamas war <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-live-updates-667374">here</a>.

In other news, the Indian Supreme Court is set to deliver its verdict on the government's 2019 scrapping of Article 370 of the constitution, which granted special autonomous status to the region of Jammu and Kashmir.

Finally, an unwavering Donald Trump supporter named&nbsp;Alan Hostetter has been sentenced to more than 11 years in jail for his participation in the January 6, 2021, Capitol Hill riots.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-presidents-son-hunter-biden-faces-new-criminal-charges-in-federal-tax-case-667398">US President's son Hunter Biden faces new criminal charges in federal tax case</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-images-circulate-of-dozens-of-men-stripped-naked-detained-by-idf-667430">Israel-Hamas war: Images circulate of dozens of men stripped naked, detained by IDF</a>

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Amid the escalating Israel-Hamas war, images of men detained in huge numbers by the Israeli military and stripped to their underwear, blindfolded as well as kneeling on the street and later taken in the cargo bed of a military vehicle circulated in social media.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-amid-stormy-parliament-winter-session-sc-to-hear-verdict-on-article-370-abrogation-on-dec-11-667407">India: Amid stormy Parliament winter session, SC to deliver verdict on Article 370 abrogation on Dec 11</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-supporter-ex-cop-sentenced-to-11-years-in-jail-for-role-in-jan-6-riots-667415">Trump supporter, ex-cop sentenced to 11+ years in jail for role in Jan 6 riots</a>

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Alan Hostetter, a retired US police chief, has been sentenced to more than 11 years in prison over his participation in the notorious January 6, 2021, assault on US Capitol Hill.&nbsp;

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US President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden has been indicted on three felonies and six misdemeanour tax offences. Meanwhile, on social media, and on Israeli TV, a video of scores of Palestinian men, stripped and allegedly in military custody, sitting on a street is spreading like wildfire.

US President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden has been indicted on three felonies and six misdemeanour tax offences. Meanwhile, on social media, and on Israeli TV, a video of scores of Palestinian men, stripped and allegedly in military custody, sitting on a street is spreading like wildfire. You can access WION's live coverage of the Israel-Hamas war here. In other news, the Indian Supreme Court is set to deliver its verdict on the government's 2019 scrapping of Article 370 of the constitution, which granted special autonomous status to the region of Jammu and Kashmir. Finally, an unwavering Donald Trump supporter named Alan Hostetter has been sentenced to more than 11 years in jail for his participation in the January 6, 2021, Capitol Hill riots. Click on the headlines to read more US President's son Hunter Biden faces new criminal charges in federal tax case The Department of Justice filed fresh criminal charges against US President Joe Biden's son, Hunter, on Thursday (Dec 7), condemning him for not paying $1.4 million in taxes and instead spending money on a lavish lifestyle. Israel-Hamas war: Images circulate of dozens of men stripped naked, detained by IDF Amid the escalating Israel-Hamas war, images of men detained in huge numbers by the Israeli military and stripped to their underwear, blindfolded as well as kneeling on the street and later taken in the cargo bed of a military vehicle circulated in social media. India: Amid stormy Parliament winter session, SC to deliver verdict on Article 370 abrogation on Dec 11 With the stormy Indian Parliament winter session ongoing, the country's Supreme Court is set to deliver its verdict on the validity of the scrapping of Article 370 of the Constitution. Trump supporter, ex-cop sentenced to 11+ years in jail for role in Jan 6 riots Alan Hostetter, a retired US police chief, has been sentenced to more than 11 years in prison over his participation in the notorious January 6, 2021, assault on US Capitol Hill. Watch | Former UK PM Boris Johnson denies Covid allegations, 'Partygate' horrors for Johnson

Morning news brief: Hunter Biden indicted, Israel strips naked Gazan men, and more

Israel permitted a "minimal" rise in fuel provision to Gaza to avert a "humanitarian collapse" in the besieged region where civilian casualties have been on a rise since the war started following the deadly October 7 assault by Hamas. In news following a malfunction that led to the death of eight US Air Force officers in a crash off the coast of Japan, both the US military and Japan have grounded their Osprey V-22 helicopters for a week.

In India, reports from the Lancet Microbe journal indicated that AIIMS in Delhi has identified the presence of Mycoplasma pneumoniae in seven of the collected samples.

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Israel allowed a "minimal" increase in the fuel supply to conflict-torn Gaza to prevent a "humanitarian collapse", Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said in a statement.

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The US military and Japan grounded all of its Osprey V-22 helicopters a week after eight US Air Force officers died in a crash off the coast of Japan due to a malfunction.

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All India Institute Of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) hospital in Delhi has detected the presence of Mycoplasma pneumoniae in seven of the samples collected, local reports said citing Lancet Microbe journal.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-senate-republican-block-ukraine-israel-aid-bill-over-immigration-row-667007">US Senate Republicans block Ukraine, Israel aid bill over immigration row</a>

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Senate Republicans on Wednesday (Dec 6) blocked the White House's request for $106 billion in emergency aid for Ukraine as well as Israel as the conservatives showed resistance to the debarment of immigration reforms they had demanded as part of the package.

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Israel permitted a "minimal" rise in fuel provision to Gaza to avert a "humanitarian collapse" in the besieged region where civilian casualties have been on a rise since the war started following the deadly October 7 assault by Hamas. In news following a malfunction that led to the death of eight US Air Force officers in a crash off the coast of Japan, both the US military and Japan have grounded their Osprey V-22 helicopters for a week. In India, reports from the Lancet Microbe journal indicated that AIIMS in Delhi has identified the presence of Mycoplasma pneumoniae in seven of the collected samples. Israel approves 'minimal' increase in fuel supply to Gaza to prevent 'humanitarian collapse' Israel allowed a "minimal" increase in the fuel supply to conflict-torn Gaza to prevent a "humanitarian collapse", Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said in a statement. US and Japan militaries ground entire Osprey fleet after fatal crash that killed 8 The US military and Japan grounded all of its Osprey V-22 helicopters a week after eight US Air Force officers died in a crash off the coast of Japan due to a malfunction. India: AIIMS Delhi detects 7 'walking pneumonia' +ve samples from April to Sept this year All India Institute Of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) hospital in Delhi has detected the presence of Mycoplasma pneumoniae in seven of the samples collected, local reports said citing Lancet Microbe journal. US Senate Republicans block Ukraine, Israel aid bill over immigration row Senate Republicans on Wednesday (Dec 6) blocked the White House's request for $106 billion in emergency aid for Ukraine as well as Israel as the conservatives showed resistance to the debarment of immigration reforms they had demanded as part of the package. Watch | UNLV shooting: At least 3 dead in Las Vegas shooting ×

Morning brief: Israel approves 'minimal' fuel increase to Gaza, US and Japan ground Osprey fleet, & more

As the Israel-Hamas war reaches its two-month mark, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with hostages released by the militant group. Afterwards, he blasted international women's rights groups for their silence over the alleged sexual violence that happened at the hands of Hamas.

In other news, a new report by UNICEF has revealed a disturbing trend: more than 69 million or one in five children in the world's richest nations live in poverty.

Finally, in a press briefing, speaking about the indictment of an Indian citizen in a foiled assassination plot of Khalistani terrorist and leader of the banned Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) outfit Gurpatwant Singh Pannun,&nbsp;US State Department spokesperson Mathew Miller said the US takes it very seriously.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/where-the-hell-are-you-netanyahu-fumes-over-womens-rights-groups-silence-on-sexual-violence-by-hamas-666655">Where the hell are you': Netanyahu fumes over women's rights groups' silence on sexual violence by Hamas</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/69-million-children-in-rich-countries-living-in-poverty-unicef-666670">69 million children in 'rich' countries living in poverty: UNICEF</a>

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The United States on Tuesday announced visa bans for people who were involved in violence in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, said officials in Washington, after making several appeals to Tel Aviv to prevent violence by Jewish settlers.

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As the Israel-Hamas war reaches its two-month mark, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with hostages released by the militant group. Afterwards, he blasted international women's rights groups for their silence over the alleged sexual violence that happened at the hands of Hamas.

As the Israel-Hamas war reaches its two-month mark, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with hostages released by the militant group. Afterwards, he blasted international women's rights groups for their silence over the alleged sexual violence that happened at the hands of Hamas. In other news, a new report by UNICEF has revealed a disturbing trend: more than 69 million or one in five children in the world's richest nations live in poverty. Finally, in a press briefing, speaking about the indictment of an Indian citizen in a foiled assassination plot of Khalistani terrorist and leader of the banned Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) outfit Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, US State Department spokesperson Mathew Miller said the US takes it very seriously. Click on the headlines to read more Where the hell are you': Netanyahu fumes over women's rights groups' silence on sexual violence by Hamas Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday (Dec 5) said that in his meeting with hostages that were released by Hamas during a week-long truce between the warring sides, he had heard stories of sexual abuse. He also called out the women's and human rights organisations to take stern action against the Palestinian militant group. 69 million children in 'rich' countries living in poverty: UNICEF On Wednesday (Dec 6), the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF) released a disturbing report on the state of poverty among children globally. More than one in five, or around 69 million children, live in poverty, that too just in the world's 40 richest countries. US imposes visa bans after warning Israel over West Bank violence The United States on Tuesday announced visa bans for people who were involved in violence in the Israeli-occupied West Bank, said officials in Washington, after making several appeals to Tel Aviv to prevent violence by Jewish settlers. US says taking matter 'seriously' as India probes Khalistani terrorist Pannun's murder plot US State Department spokesperson Mathew Miller, while speaking about an Indian citizen's indictment in an alleged foiled assassination plot, on Tuesday (Dec 5) said that the country takes the matter 'very seriously', adding that India has launched an investigation into the matter and they are waiting for the findings from the probe. Watch | Cyclone Michaung: Indian Air Force deploys rescue choppers; IAF Chetak helicopters placed for relief

Morning news brief: UNICEF report on poverty and children, Netanyahu on Hamas' sexual violence, and more

Manuel Rocha, the former US ambassador to Bolivia, was arrested and was accused of secretly serving as an agent of Cuba's government, a report by the news agency Associated Press said on Monday (Dec 4). Rocha was arrested in Miami last week on a criminal complaint.&nbsp;

New Zealand's Wellington was on alert on Monday after the country's bomb squad responded to reports of suspicious packages outside the United States and Israeli embassies. The reports (of suspicious packages) prompted cordons, lockdowns, and a coordinated security effort.

In other news from around the world, 11 climbers died in a volcanic eruption in Indonesia on Monday. The eruption of the Marapi volcano in West Sumatra began on Sunday and local media reported that 75 climbers were stuck at that time.

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Former United States ambassador to Bolivia Manuel Rocha has been arrested in a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) counterintelligence probe, accused of secretly serving as an agent of Cuba's government, the news agency Associated Press reported early Monday (Dec 4).&nbsp;

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Tension gripped New Zealand's Wellington on Monday (Dec 4) as the city's police and the New Zealand Defence Force's bomb squad responded to reports of suspicious packages outside the United States and Israeli embassies.&nbsp;

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Eleven climbers died in a volcanic eruption in Indonesia on Monday (Dec 4), forcing the authorities to halt their search operation for the remaining missing 12 people.&nbsp;The 2,891-metre-high volcano spewed ash as high as 3 km (9,843 ft) into the air, prompting the authorities to raise an alert to the second-highest level and prohibiting residents from going within 3 km (1.86 miles) of the crater.

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Ukraine has launched an investigation into the alleged "execution" of two Ukrainian soldiers near the embattled town of Avdiivka.&nbsp;The soldiers, as per The Guardian, had emerged from their trench when they were gunned down.&nbsp;

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Manuel Rocha, the former US ambassador to Bolivia, was arrested and was accused of secretly serving as an agent of Cuba's government, a report by the news agency Associated Press said on Monday (Dec 4).

Manuel Rocha, the former US ambassador to Bolivia, was arrested and was accused of secretly serving as an agent of Cuba's government, a report by the news agency Associated Press said on Monday (Dec 4). Rocha was arrested in Miami last week on a criminal complaint. New Zealand's Wellington was on alert on Monday after the country's bomb squad responded to reports of suspicious packages outside the United States and Israeli embassies. The reports (of suspicious packages) prompted cordons, lockdowns, and a coordinated security effort. In other news from around the world, 11 climbers died in a volcanic eruption in Indonesia on Monday. The eruption of the Marapi volcano in West Sumatra began on Sunday and local media reported that 75 climbers were stuck at that time. Click on the headlines to read more: Ex-US ambassador to Bolivia arrested, accused of serving as an agent of Cuba: Report Former United States ambassador to Bolivia Manuel Rocha has been arrested in a Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) counterintelligence probe, accused of secretly serving as an agent of Cuba's government, the news agency Associated Press reported early Monday (Dec 4). New Zealand on edge: Suspicious packages with fake baby covered in blood found outside US, Israeli embassies Tension gripped New Zealand's Wellington on Monday (Dec 4) as the city's police and the New Zealand Defence Force's bomb squad responded to reports of suspicious packages outside the United States and Israeli embassies. 11 climbers die in volcanic eruption in Indonesia, search ops halted due to lava discharge Eleven climbers died in a volcanic eruption in Indonesia on Monday (Dec 4), forcing the authorities to halt their search operation for the remaining missing 12 people. The 2,891-metre-high volcano spewed ash as high as 3 km (9,843 ft) into the air, prompting the authorities to raise an alert to the second-highest level and prohibiting residents from going within 3 km (1.86 miles) of the crater. Ukraine launches investigation into alleged Russian execution of surrendering Ukrainian soldiers Ukraine has launched an investigation into the alleged "execution" of two Ukrainian soldiers near the embattled town of Avdiivka. The soldiers, as per The Guardian, had emerged from their trench when they were gunned down. Watch | Parliament winter session 2023: Centre & Opposition set for final showdown ahead of Lok Sabha polls ×

Morning brief: Ex-US ambassador to Bolivia arrested over spying, and more

Today, the results for the 2023 assembly elections in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, and Rajasthan will be announced. The counting of votes began&nbsp;at 8 am. These elections, considered a semi-final to the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, were held in Mizoram, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana. Notably, the Election Commission revised the vote counting date for Mizoram, where voting occurred on November 7. Track LIVE updates on WION. Meanwhile, truce negotiations hit a major deadlock on Saturday between Israel and Hamas.&nbsp;The conflict is facing an imminent threat of a spillover beyond the immediate theatre in the Gaza Strip, with Israel's fighter jets targeting numerous Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon in response to repeated rocket attacks on northern Israel.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/madhya-pradesh-assembly-elections-2023-results-live-updates-check-mp-constituency-wise-winner-loser-candidates-665560">Madhya Pradesh&nbsp;elections LIVE: Landslide victory for BJP, early trends suggest</a>

<img alt="main img" src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/12/03/396884-untitled-design-1.jpg?imwidth=3840" />BJP is on the way to a landslide victory in the state, with having registered a comfortable lead on 141 seats, way ahead of the majority mark. Congress, meanwhile, is struggling on 88 seats.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/rajasthan-assembly-elections-2023-results-live-updates-check-mp-constituency-wise-winner-loser-candidates-665565">Rajasthan Assembly polls 2023 Results Live: CM Ashok Gehlot, BJP's Vasundhara Raje maintain lead</a>

<img alt="main img" src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/12/03/396880-blog-2.png?imwidth=3840" />The BJP continues to maintain the lead in Rajasthan with 100 seats while the Congress is leading in 68 seats, ECI trends show.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-war-day-57-deadlock-in-truce-negotiations-israel-targets-hezbollah-in-southern-lebanon-665547">Hamas war Day 57: Deadlock in truce negotiations, Israel targets Hezbollah in Southern Lebanon</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-one-dead-two-others-injured-after-man-attacks-tourists-near-eiffel-tower-665588">One dead, two others injured after man attacks tourists near Eiffel Tower; attacker was upset over Gaza war</a>

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Today, the results for the 2023 assembly elections in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, and Rajasthan will be announced. The counting of votes began at 8 am.

Today, the results for the 2023 assembly elections in Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, and Rajasthan will be announced. The counting of votes began at 8 am. These elections, considered a semi-final to the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, were held in Mizoram, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana. Notably, the Election Commission revised the vote counting date for Mizoram, where voting occurred on November 7. Track LIVE updates on WION. Meanwhile, truce negotiations hit a major deadlock on Saturday between Israel and Hamas. The conflict is facing an imminent threat of a spillover beyond the immediate theatre in the Gaza Strip, with Israel's fighter jets targeting numerous Hezbollah sites in southern Lebanon in response to repeated rocket attacks on northern Israel. Click on the headlines to read more. Madhya Pradesh elections LIVE: Landslide victory for BJP, early trends suggest BJP is on the way to a landslide victory in the state, with having registered a comfortable lead on 141 seats, way ahead of the majority mark. Congress, meanwhile, is struggling on 88 seats. Rajasthan Assembly polls 2023 Results Live: CM Ashok Gehlot, BJP's Vasundhara Raje maintain lead The BJP continues to maintain the lead in Rajasthan with 100 seats while the Congress is leading in 68 seats, ECI trends show. Hamas war Day 57: Deadlock in truce negotiations, Israel targets Hezbollah in Southern Lebanon As the Israel-Hamas war in West Asia protracted for Day 57, a series of developments resulted in a deadlock in truce negotiations. One dead, two others injured after man attacks tourists near Eiffel Tower; attacker was upset over Gaza war One person was dead and two others were injured after a man attacked tourists near the Eiffel Tower on Saturday night (Dec 2). Addressing a press conference, French Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin said the police quickly arrested the attacker, a 26-year-old French national, using a Taser stun gun. Watch: China mystery illness: China refuses to divulge disease details Cases of respiratory illnesses have been surging in northern China, particularly among children, sparking speculation of a new pandemic threat four years after COVID-19 first emerged in the country. The global concern escalated when the World Health Organization (WHO) requested additional information from China. Watch this story to know why five republican senators led by Marco Rubio are asking President Joe Biden to ban travel between the United States and China. To know more watch this interview with Jennifer Zeng, Member of International Press Association. ×

Morning brief: BJP dominates in MP, Rajasthan assembly polls, 1 dead in attack near Eiffel tower, and more

Loud explosions were heard from the Gaza Strip as fighting between Israel and Hamas stretched into the second day on Saturday following the end of the ceasefire. Track live updates from the Israel-Hamas war on WION. In a major development from the USA, the Biden administration reportedly forced a Saudi fund to exit from OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman's AI startup. Rain Neuromorphics, a startup designing chips, had raised $25 million last year from a Saudi Aramco-backed venture capital firm Prosperity7. Meanwhile, as the world leaders gather in Dubai for the COP28 Summit, a&nbsp;recent study published in Communications Earth &amp; Environment suggests that there is more than a 10 per cent chance that Europe could see two consecutive years of massive heat and drought crisis between 2050 and 2075.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-israel-will-now-renew-visa-for-top-un-aid-official-for-gaza-665310">Israel-Hamas war: Israel will not renew visa for top UN aid official for Gaza</a>

<img alt="main img" src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/12/02/396753-untitled-design.png?imwidth=3840" />Israel has told the United Nations (UN) that it would not renew a visa for a top UN humanitarian aid official for the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, a spokesperson said on Friday (Dec 1).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-forces-saudi-backed-fund-to-exit-sam-altmans-ai-startup-amid-tech-transfer-concerns-665307">US forces Saudi-backed fund to exit Sam Altman’s AI startup amid tech-transfer concerns</a>

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-launches-spy-satellite-aboard-spacex-falcon-9-days-after-north-korea-did-the-same-665279">South Korea launches spy satellite aboard SpaceX Falcon 9, days after North Korea did the same</a>

<img alt="main img" src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/12/16/318868-spacex-launches-nasas-water-topography-satellite-into-orbit.jpg?imwidth=3840" />South Korea successfully launched its first spy satellite aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from&nbsp;California's Vandenberg Space Force Base on Friday (Dec 1), days after arch-enemy North Korea did the same.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/year-after-year-droughts-megadroughts-to-occur-much-earlier-in-europe-study-665319">Year after year droughts, megadroughts to occur much earlier in Europe: Study</a>

<img alt="main img" src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/12/02/396758-untitled-design-26.jpg?imwidth=3840" />Extreme drought and heat may occur year after year much earlier in Europe than previously thought.&nbsp;

Watch:&nbsp;Israel-Hamas truce: Will there be another ceasefire?

The four-day day truce deal between Israel and Hamas was extended multiple times, allowing for the release of more than 100 hostages held in Gaza and 240 Palestinians captured in Israeli jails. Israel's military said it was resuming combat in the Gaza Strip after the end of its truce with Hamas, accusing the Palestinian group of violating the deal. What's next for the remaining hostages? Will there be another ceasefire?

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Loud explosions were heard from the Gaza Strip as fighting between Israel and Hamas stretched into the second day on Saturday following the end of the ceasefire.

Loud explosions were heard from the Gaza Strip as fighting between Israel and Hamas stretched into the second day on Saturday following the end of the ceasefire. Track live updates from the Israel-Hamas war on WION. In a major development from the USA, the Biden administration reportedly forced a Saudi fund to exit from OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman's AI startup. Rain Neuromorphics, a startup designing chips, had raised $25 million last year from a Saudi Aramco-backed venture capital firm Prosperity7. Meanwhile, as the world leaders gather in Dubai for the COP28 Summit, a recent study published in Communications Earth & Environment suggests that there is more than a 10 per cent chance that Europe could see two consecutive years of massive heat and drought crisis between 2050 and 2075. Click on the headlines to read more. Israel-Hamas war: Israel will not renew visa for top UN aid official for Gaza Israel has told the United Nations (UN) that it would not renew a visa for a top UN humanitarian aid official for the Gaza Strip and the West Bank, a spokesperson said on Friday (Dec 1). US forces Saudi-backed fund to exit Sam Altman’s AI startup amid tech-transfer concerns The US reportedly forced a Saudi-backed fund to disinvest from a major Artificial Intelligence (AI) chip startup backed by OpenAI co-founder Sam Altman. South Korea launches spy satellite aboard SpaceX Falcon 9, days after North Korea did the same South Korea successfully launched its first spy satellite aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from California's Vandenberg Space Force Base on Friday (Dec 1), days after arch-enemy North Korea did the same. Year after year droughts, megadroughts to occur much earlier in Europe: Study Extreme drought and heat may occur year after year much earlier in Europe than previously thought. Watch: Israel-Hamas truce: Will there be another ceasefire? The four-day day truce deal between Israel and Hamas was extended multiple times, allowing for the release of more than 100 hostages held in Gaza and 240 Palestinians captured in Israeli jails. Israel's military said it was resuming combat in the Gaza Strip after the end of its truce with Hamas, accusing the Palestinian group of violating the deal. What's next for the remaining hostages? Will there be another ceasefire? ×

Morning brief: Latest from Israel-Hamas war, US orders Saudi fund to exit Altman's AI startup and more

Egypt and Qatar Monday succeeded in temporarily extending the ceasefire between Israeli and Hamas forces in Gaza. The extension, as per a social media post by a Qatar official, is for two days — in addition to the previous four days. Meanwhile, 11 more Israeli hostages were released by Hamas the same day, in exchange for 33 Palestinian prisoners. In other news, Indian PM&nbsp;Narendra Modi on Monday said that the government and all the agencies together are leaving no stone unturned to evacuate the workers trapped in the Uttarakhand tunnel for the last two weeks and that people should pray for them to get out safely and as soon as possible.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-frees-33-palestinian-prisoners-in-exchange-of-11-hostages-after-extension-of-truce-663590">Israel frees 33 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for 11 hostages after extension of truce</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/11/28/395849-succession-2023-11-28t070348019.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Eleven&nbsp;hostages&nbsp;taken captive by Hamas during the Oct 7 onslaught&nbsp;were released on Monday (Nov 27) under the truce deal signed by both Israel and the Palestinian militant group.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/uttarakhand-tunnel-rescue-live-vertical-drilling-of-36-meters-completed-say-officials-663572">Uttarakhand tunnel rescue LIVE | '5-6 metres to go...': Micro tunelling expert Chris Cooper</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/11/28/395851-the-battle-for-kyiv-2023-11-28t075854682.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Rat-hole mining experts have been brought in to assist in the rescue efforts for 41 workers trapped inside the collapsed Silkyara tunnel. Track live updates on WION's website.​​​​​​

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/riyadh-covertly-working-on-plans-to-artificially-boost-oil-demand-globally-report-663609">Riyadh covertly working on plans to artificially boost oil demand globally: Report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/11/28/395860-untitled-design-19.jpg?imwidth=1920" />As rich countries transition to green energy and abandon West Asia’s treasure trove, Saudi Arabia is allegedly working on a plan to artificially boost oil demand in poorer nations, especially those in Africa, an undercover investigation has revealed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/chinas-sinopec-cleared-to-build-45-billion-refinery-at-sri-lankas-hambantota-port-663606">China's Sinopec cleared to build $4.5 billion refinery at Sri Lanka's Hambantota port</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;Pneumonia Cases: Bizarre uptick in pneumonia cases among kids in netherlands

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Egypt and Qatar Monday succeeded in temporarily extending the ceasefire between Israeli and Hamas forces in Gaza. The extension, as per a social media post by a Qatar official, is for two days — in addition to the previous four days.

Egypt and Qatar Monday succeeded in temporarily extending the ceasefire between Israeli and Hamas forces in Gaza. The extension, as per a social media post by a Qatar official, is for two days — in addition to the previous four days. Meanwhile, 11 more Israeli hostages were released by Hamas the same day, in exchange for 33 Palestinian prisoners. In other news, Indian PM Narendra Modi on Monday said that the government and all the agencies together are leaving no stone unturned to evacuate the workers trapped in the Uttarakhand tunnel for the last two weeks and that people should pray for them to get out safely and as soon as possible. Click on the headlines to read more. Israel frees 33 Palestinian prisoners in exchange for 11 hostages after extension of truce Eleven hostages taken captive by Hamas during the Oct 7 onslaught were released on Monday (Nov 27) under the truce deal signed by both Israel and the Palestinian militant group. Uttarakhand tunnel rescue LIVE | '5-6 metres to go...': Micro tunelling expert Chris Cooper Rat-hole mining experts have been brought in to assist in the rescue efforts for 41 workers trapped inside the collapsed Silkyara tunnel. Track live updates on WION's website. Riyadh covertly working on plans to artificially boost oil demand globally: Report As rich countries transition to green energy and abandon West Asia’s treasure trove, Saudi Arabia is allegedly working on a plan to artificially boost oil demand in poorer nations, especially those in Africa, an undercover investigation has revealed. China's Sinopec cleared to build $4.5 billion refinery at Sri Lanka's Hambantota port In a significant move, the Sri Lankan Cabinet has provided the green light for China's energy giant, Sinopec, to establish a new petroleum refinery plant at the strategic Hambantota port. Watch: Pneumonia Cases: Bizarre uptick in pneumonia cases among kids in netherlands According to research conducted by the Netherlands Institute for Health Services Research (NIVEL), located in Utrecht, about 25 miles south of Amsterdam, 80 out of every 100,000 children in the age range of 5 to 14 had pneumonia last week. ×

Morning brief: Israel-Hamas truce extended, latest from Uttarakhand tunnel rescue, and more

A crucial milestone was reached with the release of 13 Israelis and four Thais from Hamas captivity in the hostage deal involving the exchange of 50 Israeli hostages for 150 Palestinian prisoners.

The Silkyara tunnel collapse rescue operation faced setbacks on Saturday (Nov 25) as the auger machine broke and its pieces got stuck in the debris. Notably, international tunneling expert Arnold Dix declared that augering would no longer be used in the rescue efforts.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-releases-13-israeli-four-thai-hostages-after-hours-long-delay-662909">Hamas releases 13 Israeli, four Thai hostages after hours-long delay</a>

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The release of 13 Israeli and four Thai nationals from Hamas captivity ensured the continuation of the crucial ceasefire and hostage deal aimed at exchanging 50 Israeli hostages for 150 Palestinian prisoners. However, the fragile nature of the agreement was marked&nbsp;by a dispute over aid supplies that briefly threatened to derail the truce.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/uttarakhand-tunnel-rescue-live-manual-vertical-drilling-being-explored-as-auger-machine-breaks-down-662901">Uttarakhand tunnel rescue LIVE: Indian Army likely to carry out manual drilling as auger machine breaks down</a>

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The rescue operation&nbsp;at the site of the Silkyara tunnel collapse was hit by new setbacks Saturday (Nov 25) as&nbsp;the auger machine broke and got stuck in the debris.&nbsp;

International tunneling expert Arnold Dix said augering will no longer be used in the rescue operation.

Now, manual drilling will start on Sunday (Nov 26). The operation will still take a long time to conclude successfully.

Watch | 26/11 anniversary: Indian Coast Guard Chief Rakesh Pal speaks to WION

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/made-in-india-drugs-to-cut-rare-disease-treatment-costs-by-nearly-100-times-662924">'Made in India' drugs to cut rare disease treatment costs by nearly 100 times</a>

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Addressing the financial barrier to treating rare diseases, Indian pharmaceutical firms have initiated the production of medicines for conditions such as Tyrosinemia Type 1, Gaucher’s Disease, Wilson’s Disease, and Dravet-Lennox Gastaut Syndrome, resulting in cost reductions of up to 100 fold.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-joy-tears-as-9-year-old-ohad-munder-rejoins-family-in-israel-662932">Watch: Joy, tears as 9-year-old Ohad Munder rejoins family in Israel</a>

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As the Israel-Hamas truce went into effect on Friday (Nov 24), 13 Israeli hostages were released on day one, including sisters aged 2 and 4 and their mother, a 5-year-old girl and her mother, as well as elderly women.

A crucial milestone was reached with the release of 13 Israelis and four Thais from Hamas captivity in the hostage deal involving the exchange of 50 Israeli hostages for 150 Palestinian prisoners.

A crucial milestone was reached with the release of 13 Israelis and four Thais from Hamas captivity in the hostage deal involving the exchange of 50 Israeli hostages for 150 Palestinian prisoners. The Silkyara tunnel collapse rescue operation faced setbacks on Saturday (Nov 25) as the auger machine broke and its pieces got stuck in the debris. Notably, international tunneling expert Arnold Dix declared that augering would no longer be used in the rescue efforts. Click on the headlines to read more. Hamas releases 13 Israeli, four Thai hostages after hours-long delay The release of 13 Israeli and four Thai nationals from Hamas captivity ensured the continuation of the crucial ceasefire and hostage deal aimed at exchanging 50 Israeli hostages for 150 Palestinian prisoners. However, the fragile nature of the agreement was marked by a dispute over aid supplies that briefly threatened to derail the truce. Uttarakhand tunnel rescue LIVE: Indian Army likely to carry out manual drilling as auger machine breaks down The rescue operation at the site of the Silkyara tunnel collapse was hit by new setbacks Saturday (Nov 25) as the auger machine broke and got stuck in the debris. International tunneling expert Arnold Dix said augering will no longer be used in the rescue operation. Now, manual drilling will start on Sunday (Nov 26). The operation will still take a long time to conclude successfully. Watch | 26/11 anniversary: Indian Coast Guard Chief Rakesh Pal speaks to WION 'Made in India' drugs to cut rare disease treatment costs by nearly 100 times Addressing the financial barrier to treating rare diseases, Indian pharmaceutical firms have initiated the production of medicines for conditions such as Tyrosinemia Type 1, Gaucher’s Disease, Wilson’s Disease, and Dravet-Lennox Gastaut Syndrome, resulting in cost reductions of up to 100 fold. Watch: Joy, tears as 9-year-old Ohad Munder rejoins family in Israel As the Israel-Hamas truce went into effect on Friday (Nov 24), 13 Israeli hostages were released on day one, including sisters aged 2 and 4 and their mother, a 5-year-old girl and her mother, as well as elderly women.

Morning brief: 15th anniversary of 26/11, Hamas releases second batch of hostages, and more

Israel has reportedly received the second list of hostages to be released by Hamas on day 2 of the ongoing truce.&nbsp;In a first batch of swap, Hamas freed a total of 24 hostages which included Israeli women and children, Thai farm workers and a Filipino who were handed over to Egyptian authorities at the Rafah border crossing. Meanwhile, celebrations broke out in West Bank after a&nbsp;total of 39 prisoners were freed on day one by Israel and reached home to a heroic welcome, with fireworks clouding the night sky and patriotic Palestinian music exalting the atmosphere. Also, efforts have been intensified to rescue 41 workers trapped inside a collapsed tunnel in Silkyara in Uttarakhand since November 12, 2023. Elaborate arrangements have been made by the officials to ensure that the workers are pulled out of the rubble safe and sound.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-receives-second-list-of-hostages-set-to-be-released-by-hamas-on-saturday-662599">Israel receives second list of hostages set to be released by Hamas on Saturday</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/11/25/395318-succession-2023-11-25t064523411.jpg?imwidth=1920" />The Israeli Defence Forces has received a second list of hostages that are set to be released by the Palestinian militant group Hamas on Saturday (Nov 25) under a truce deal, the office of Israel's prime minister wrote in a statement on Friday.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/celebrations-break-out-in-west-bank-as-prisoners-reach-home-to-heroic-welcome-662623">Celebrations break out in West Bank as prisoners reach home to heroic welcome</a>

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Palestinian prisoners released by Israel as part of a four-day truce with Hamas reached home Friday (Nov 24) as celebrations broke out in the West Bank.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/uttarakhand-tunnel-collapse-rescue-live-gpr-to-help-in-solving-technical-glitch-662562">Uttarakhand tunnel collapse rescue LIVE: Manual drilling could begin for 'last 6-9 metres'</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/11/25/395300-succession-2023-11-25t003022525.jpg?imwidth=1920" />All eyes are on the rescue operations which have been intensified to rescue the 41 workers trapped inside the collapsed tunnel in Silkyara in Uttarakhand since November 12, 2023. The authorities have managed to&nbsp;insert wide pipes up to 45 metres through the rubble and are drilling another 2 metres to reach the workers.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ex-officer-convicted-in-george-floyds-killing-seriously-injured-after-stabbing-incident-in-prison-report-662614">Ex-officer convicted in George Floyd's killing seriously injured after stabbing incident in prison: Report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/09/24/212854-us.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer, who was convicted of murdering George Floyd, was seriously injured at a federal prison in Arizona after he was stabbed by another inmate on Friday (Nov 24), The Associated Press reported citing a person with knowledge.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korean-leader-kim-jong-un-inspects-photos-of-major-target-regions-taken-by-spy-satellite-662596">North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspects photos of 'major target regions' taken by spy satellite</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/11/25/395317-succession-2023-11-25t060734509.jpg?imwidth=1920" />North Korean leader Kim Jong Un examined the pictures of "major target regions" that were taken by his new spy rocket satellite, state media reported on Saturday (Nov 25).

Israel has reportedly received the second list of hostages to be released by Hamas on day 2 of the ongoing truce. In a first batch of swap, Hamas freed a total of 24 hostages which included Israeli women and children, Thai farm workers and a Filipino who were handed over to Egyptian authorities at the Rafah border crossing.

Israel has reportedly received the second list of hostages to be released by Hamas on day 2 of the ongoing truce. In a first batch of swap, Hamas freed a total of 24 hostages which included Israeli women and children, Thai farm workers and a Filipino who were handed over to Egyptian authorities at the Rafah border crossing. Meanwhile, celebrations broke out in West Bank after a total of 39 prisoners were freed on day one by Israel and reached home to a heroic welcome, with fireworks clouding the night sky and patriotic Palestinian music exalting the atmosphere. Also, efforts have been intensified to rescue 41 workers trapped inside a collapsed tunnel in Silkyara in Uttarakhand since November 12, 2023. Elaborate arrangements have been made by the officials to ensure that the workers are pulled out of the rubble safe and sound. Click on the headlines to read more. Israel receives second list of hostages set to be released by Hamas on Saturday The Israeli Defence Forces has received a second list of hostages that are set to be released by the Palestinian militant group Hamas on Saturday (Nov 25) under a truce deal, the office of Israel's prime minister wrote in a statement on Friday. Celebrations break out in West Bank as prisoners reach home to heroic welcome Palestinian prisoners released by Israel as part of a four-day truce with Hamas reached home Friday (Nov 24) as celebrations broke out in the West Bank. Uttarakhand tunnel collapse rescue LIVE: Manual drilling could begin for 'last 6-9 metres' All eyes are on the rescue operations which have been intensified to rescue the 41 workers trapped inside the collapsed tunnel in Silkyara in Uttarakhand since November 12, 2023. The authorities have managed to insert wide pipes up to 45 metres through the rubble and are drilling another 2 metres to reach the workers. Ex-officer convicted in George Floyd's killing seriously injured after stabbing incident in prison: Report Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer, who was convicted of murdering George Floyd, was seriously injured at a federal prison in Arizona after he was stabbed by another inmate on Friday (Nov 24), The Associated Press reported citing a person with knowledge. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un inspects photos of 'major target regions' taken by spy satellite North Korean leader Kim Jong Un examined the pictures of "major target regions" that were taken by his new spy rocket satellite, state media reported on Saturday (Nov 25).

Morning brief: Latest from Israel-Hamas war, ex-officer convicted in Floyd's killing stabbed in prison, & more

In the biggest de-escalatory move since the Israel-Hamas war began on October 7, the Israeli govt and Hamas reached an agreement to release at least 50 hostages held by Hamas in exchange for&nbsp;a multi-day ceasefire. Meanwhile, New Delhi is all set to host a virtual G20 Summit on Wednesday&nbsp;amid the ongoing&nbsp;Israel-Hamas war. Delhi has asserted its commitment to its support for a two-state solution between Israel and Palestine while condemning all forms of terrorism.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-okays-deal-with-hamas-to-release-hostages-in-gaza-661318">Israel okays deal with Hamas to release hostages in Gaza</a> 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/11/22/394606-succession-2023-11-22t073056059.jpg?imwidth=1920" />In a major move to de-escalate the ongoing situation in the West Bank, the Israeli government, early on Wednesday (Nov 22), approved an agreement to free roughly 50 hostages who were abducted into the Gaza Strip during the Palestinian militant group Hamas' onslaught on October 7, in exchange for the release of imprisoned Palestinian women and minors.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/g20-virtual-summit-live-indias-pm-modi-to-preside-over-crucial-meet-amid-israel-hamas-war-661333">G20 virtual summit LIVE: India's PM Modi to preside over crucial meet amid Israel-Hamas war</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/11/22/394612-untitled-design-2023-11-22t084610773.png?imwidth=1920" />India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi will preside over a virtual G20 summit on Wednesday (Nov 22). US President Joe Biden&nbsp;and Chinese leader Xi Jinping will skip the event. At WION, we are&nbsp;tracking the summit LIVE on our website.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-deploys-yars-nuclear-icbm-in-west-amid-focus-on-naval-nuclear-forces-661342">Russia deploys Yars nuclear ICBM in West amid ‘focus’ on naval nuclear forces</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/11/22/394615-yarsintercontinentalballisticmissile.jpg?imwidth=1920" />Russia has deployed a new Yars intercontinental ballistic missile at its Kozelsk base in the Kaluga region, Russian media quoted the defence ministry as saying on Wednesday (Nov 22).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-not-sure-if-north-korea-successfully-put-military-spy-satellite-into-orbit-661323">Japan not sure if North Korea successfully put military spy satellite into orbit</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/11/22/394607-north-korea-2.png?imwidth=1920" />Japan's J-Alert warning system was triggered by a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-makes-fresh-attempt-to-launch-first-spy-satellite-says-it-was-success-661263">North Korean missile launch</a>&nbsp;in the country's southwestern Okinawa prefecture late on Tuesday (Nov 21).&nbsp;But Japan is not sure whether North Korea has successfully managed to put a military spy satellite into orbit as claimed by Pyongyang.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-forces-attack-iraqi-air-base-kill-iran-backed-forces-661302">US forces attack Iraqi air-base, kill Iran-backed forces</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/11/22/394600-succession-2023-11-22t032803421.jpg?imwidth=1920" />A United States warplane on Tuesday (Nov 21) attacked an air base west of Baghdad and killed several Iran-backed militiamen, the Pentagon said.

In the biggest de-escalatory move since the Israel-Hamas war began on October 7, the Israeli govt and Hamas reached an agreement to release at least 50 hostages held by Hamas in exchange for a multi-day ceasefire.

In the biggest de-escalatory move since the Israel-Hamas war began on October 7, the Israeli govt and Hamas reached an agreement to release at least 50 hostages held by Hamas in exchange for a multi-day ceasefire. Meanwhile, New Delhi is all set to host a virtual G20 Summit on Wednesday amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. Delhi has asserted its commitment to its support for a two-state solution between Israel and Palestine while condemning all forms of terrorism. Click on the headlines to read more Israel okays deal with Hamas to release hostages in Gaza In a major move to de-escalate the ongoing situation in the West Bank, the Israeli government, early on Wednesday (Nov 22), approved an agreement to free roughly 50 hostages who were abducted into the Gaza Strip during the Palestinian militant group Hamas' onslaught on October 7, in exchange for the release of imprisoned Palestinian women and minors. G20 virtual summit LIVE: India's PM Modi to preside over crucial meet amid Israel-Hamas war India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi will preside over a virtual G20 summit on Wednesday (Nov 22). US President Joe Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping will skip the event. At WION, we are tracking the summit LIVE on our website. Russia deploys Yars nuclear ICBM in West amid ‘focus’ on naval nuclear forces Russia has deployed a new Yars intercontinental ballistic missile at its Kozelsk base in the Kaluga region, Russian media quoted the defence ministry as saying on Wednesday (Nov 22). Japan not sure if North Korea successfully put military spy satellite into orbit Japan's J-Alert warning system was triggered by a North Korean missile launch in the country's southwestern Okinawa prefecture late on Tuesday (Nov 21). But Japan is not sure whether North Korea has successfully managed to put a military spy satellite into orbit as claimed by Pyongyang. US forces attack Iraqi air-base, kill Iran-backed forces A United States warplane on Tuesday (Nov 21) attacked an air base west of Baghdad and killed several Iran-backed militiamen, the Pentagon said.

Morning brief: Israel reaches deal with Hamas; India to host G20 virtual summit, and more

Earlier it was reported that Israel and Hamas might soon announce a five-day fighting pause in Gaza in exchange for the return of hostages. But White House later clarified that Washington has not reached any such deal but the Biden administration will continue to 'work hard' to conclude one. Meanwhile, ex-OpenAI boss Sam Altman is reportedly in the works of launching his own AI venture.&nbsp;Former OpenAI president Greg Brockman, who resigned in protest over Altman's firing, is anticipated to join Altman's new venture, as reported by Reuters. In another major development, the UK govt has been accused of censoring its critics and blacklisting them from govt-funded events.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-inching-towards-five-day-pause-in-fighting-in-us-brokered-deal-report-660224">White House clarifies on potential deal to pause Israel-Hamas war</a> 
<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/11/19/393965-untitled-design-2023-11-19t073926409.png?imwidth=1920" />Israel and Hamas are reportedly at the brink of closing an agreement to reach a five-day pause in fighting in exchange for the return of women and children held hostage by Hamas in the blockaded Gaza Strip, Washington Post reported.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/sacked-openai-ceo-sam-almans-new-ai-venture-in-the-works-amid-resignations-investor-pushback-report-660230">Sacked OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's new AI venture in the works amid resignations, investor pushback: Report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/11/19/393966-the-battle-for-kyiv-2023-11-19t075003476.png?imwidth=1920" />Sam Altman, recently sacked CEO of OpenAI, is reportedly gearing up to launch a new artificial intelligence (AI) venture, according to sources familiar with his plans. The move comes on the heels of Altman's abrupt departure from OpenAI, a company known for its popular product, ChatGPT.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-accused-of-blacklisting-critics-from-govt-funded-events-monitoring-their-social-media-660236">UK accused of blacklisting critics from govt-funded events, monitoring their social media</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/11/19/393969-128200068a4.jpg?imwidth=1920" />The UK government is increasingly monitoring the online activities of its potential critics and is blocking them out of government-funded events, a new Observer report has claimed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-trump-pledges-to-scrap-bidens-asia-trade-initiative-if-elected-660234">US: Trump pledges to scrap Biden's Asia trade initiative if elected</a>

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Watch:&nbsp;Israel-Palestine war: Airstrikes continued to hammer the southern sector of Gaza

Israeli Defense Forces began their ground operation in the Gaza Strip they asked the residents to flee southwards for safety but now Israel's offensive has extended to the south of Gaza. Israel says Hamas exists in the South and the troops will hit Hamas targets wherever they find them.

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Earlier it was reported that Israel and Hamas might soon announce a five-day fighting pause in Gaza in exchange for the return of hostages. But White House later clarified that Washington has not reached any such deal but the Biden administration will continue to 'work hard' to conclude one.

Earlier it was reported that Israel and Hamas might soon announce a five-day fighting pause in Gaza in exchange for the return of hostages. But White House later clarified that Washington has not reached any such deal but the Biden administration will continue to 'work hard' to conclude one. Meanwhile, ex-OpenAI boss Sam Altman is reportedly in the works of launching his own AI venture. Former OpenAI president Greg Brockman, who resigned in protest over Altman's firing, is anticipated to join Altman's new venture, as reported by Reuters. In another major development, the UK govt has been accused of censoring its critics and blacklisting them from govt-funded events. Click on the headlines to read more. White House clarifies on potential deal to pause Israel-Hamas war Israel and Hamas are reportedly at the brink of closing an agreement to reach a five-day pause in fighting in exchange for the return of women and children held hostage by Hamas in the blockaded Gaza Strip, Washington Post reported. Sacked OpenAI CEO Sam Altman's new AI venture in the works amid resignations, investor pushback: Report Sam Altman, recently sacked CEO of OpenAI, is reportedly gearing up to launch a new artificial intelligence (AI) venture, according to sources familiar with his plans. The move comes on the heels of Altman's abrupt departure from OpenAI, a company known for its popular product, ChatGPT. UK accused of blacklisting critics from govt-funded events, monitoring their social media The UK government is increasingly monitoring the online activities of its potential critics and is blocking them out of government-funded events, a new Observer report has claimed. US: Trump pledges to scrap Biden's Asia trade initiative if elected Donald Trump, a frontrunner for the Republican presidential nomination in 2024, has pledged to scrap a Pacific trade initiative spearheaded by President Joe Biden if he becomes the president of the country. Watch: Israel-Palestine war: Airstrikes continued to hammer the southern sector of Gaza Israeli Defense Forces began their ground operation in the Gaza Strip they asked the residents to flee southwards for safety but now Israel's offensive has extended to the south of Gaza. Israel says Hamas exists in the South and the troops will hit Hamas targets wherever they find them. ×

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