At least nine people were injured in an acid attack at a cafe in Germany, according to media reports early Monday (July 1). The attacker was arrested by the police&nbsp;and the motive of the attack was not yet clear. An investigation was launched.&nbsp;

North Korea on Monday fired two short-range ballistic missiles. According to the South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS), the first missile launch was detected early in the morning — at 5:05 am (2005 GMT) — and the second launch approximately ten minutes later.&nbsp;

In other news from around the world, a&nbsp;rocket belonging to private Chinese firm Space Pioneer crashed into a hilly area in central China after malfunctioning and launching by itself on Sunday (Jun 30).

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At least nine people were injured in an acid attack at a cafe in Germany's&nbsp;Bochum, according to media reports early Monday (July 1). A man entered the cafe at around 3.25 pm local time Sunday and poured an acidic liquid&nbsp;over a guest sitting at a table in the outdoor area, the police said.

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North Korea on Monday (July 1) fired two short-range ballistic missiles, reported South Korea's military. This comes a day after the North warned of "fatal consequences" following major joint exercises in the South.

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A rocket belonging to a private Chinese firm crashed into a hilly area in central China after malfunctioning and launching by itself on Sunday (June 30).&nbsp;Beijing Tianbing Technology Co, also known as Space Pioneer, in a statement on Sunday that the first stage of its Tianlong-3 rocket experienced a structural failure during a test.

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Several bases of the United States (US) military across Europe&nbsp;were put on a heightened state of alert during the weekend amid concerns of a terrorist attack that could&nbsp;target US military personnel or facilities, American media reported on Sunday (June 30).&nbsp;The military bases&nbsp;were raised to the "Charlie" alert level.

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At least nine people were injured in an acid attack at a cafe in Germany, according to media reports early Monday (July 1). The attacker was arrested by the police and the motive of the attack was not yet clear.

At least nine people were injured in an acid attack at a cafe in Germany, according to media reports early Monday (July 1). The attacker was arrested by the police and the motive of the attack was not yet clear. An investigation was launched. North Korea on Monday fired two short-range ballistic missiles. According to the South Korean Joint Chiefs of Staff (JCS), the first missile launch was detected early in the morning — at 5:05 am (2005 GMT) — and the second launch approximately ten minutes later. In other news from around the world, a rocket belonging to private Chinese firm Space Pioneer crashed into a hilly area in central China after malfunctioning and launching by itself on Sunday (Jun 30). Click on the headlines to read more: Nine injured in acid attack in Germany's Bochum, attacker arrested At least nine people were injured in an acid attack at a cafe in Germany's Bochum, according to media reports early Monday (July 1). A man entered the cafe at around 3.25 pm local time Sunday and poured an acidic liquid over a guest sitting at a table in the outdoor area, the police said. North Korea test-fires two missiles after its 'fatal consequences' warning to South Korea North Korea on Monday (July 1) fired two short-range ballistic missiles, reported South Korea's military. This comes a day after the North warned of "fatal consequences" following major joint exercises in the South. Malfunctioning Chinese rocket Tianlong-3 launches itself, crashes in Gongyi hills A rocket belonging to a private Chinese firm crashed into a hilly area in central China after malfunctioning and launching by itself on Sunday (June 30). Beijing Tianbing Technology Co, also known as Space Pioneer, in a statement on Sunday that the first stage of its Tianlong-3 rocket experienced a structural failure during a test. Several US military bases in Europe put on heightened alert amid concerns of terrorist attack: Reports Several bases of the United States (US) military across Europe were put on a heightened state of alert during the weekend amid concerns of a terrorist attack that could target US military personnel or facilities, American media reported on Sunday (June 30). The military bases were raised to the "Charlie" alert level. Watch | South African President Cyril Ramaphosa announces new cabinet ×

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The verdict of the first presidential debate between&nbsp;US President Joe Biden and his predecessor-turned-challenger Donald Trump appears to be tilted in Trump's favour. Heavy rainfall in New Delhi has resulted in a citywide waterlogging crisis. Meanwhile, polls have opened in Iran to elect a new president.&nbsp;

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One person was killed and six others were injured&nbsp;after a roof at Terminal-1 of New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport collapsed amid heavy rains on Friday (June 28) as India's national capital came to a standstill amid inundated roads and submerged cars, reported news agency ANI.

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Team India will have a date with destiny on Saturday (June 29) after they reached the final of the T20 World Cup by beating England in the semifinal in Guyana. A rain-affected contest where India were on&nbsp;top in all the departments saw the Men in Blue beat England by 68 runs at the Providence Stadium in Guyana. India will now play South Africa in the final in Barbados on Saturday as they look to win their second T20 World Cup.

The verdict of the first presidential debate between US President Joe Biden and his predecessor-turned-challenger Donald Trump appears to be tilted in Trump's favour.

The verdict of the first presidential debate between US President Joe Biden and his predecessor-turned-challenger Donald Trump appears to be tilted in Trump's favour. Heavy rainfall in New Delhi has resulted in a citywide waterlogging crisis. Meanwhile, polls have opened in Iran to elect a new president. Click here to read more: Ageing Biden struggles as Trump delivers damaging attacks: Top takeaways from US presidential debate 2024 US President Joe Biden and his Republican predecessor Donald Trump sparred during the first presidential debate ahead of the November presidential elections. An ageing Joe Biden, 81, just three years older than his challenger Donald Trump, struggled as Trump delivered some of the most damaging attacks on the veteran Democrat. Iran's Presidential Election 2024: Two candidates drop out of Iran's presidential race × One killed, six injured as roof collapses at Terminal-1 of Delhi airport amid heavy rains One person was killed and six others were injured after a roof at Terminal-1 of New Delhi's Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport collapsed amid heavy rains on Friday (June 28) as India's national capital came to a standstill amid inundated roads and submerged cars, reported news agency ANI. T20 World Cup 2024: Axar Patel, Rohit Sharma dismantle England in Guyana as Team India reach final Team India will have a date with destiny on Saturday (June 29) after they reached the final of the T20 World Cup by beating England in the semifinal in Guyana. A rain-affected contest where India were on top in all the departments saw the Men in Blue beat England by 68 runs at the Providence Stadium in Guyana. India will now play South Africa in the final in Barbados on Saturday as they look to win their second T20 World Cup.

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At least 922 Hajj pilgrims have died in Mecca due to extreme heat, with Egypt reporting 600 fatalities.

In Tamil Nadu, India, 37 people have died and over 60 have been hospitalised after consuming toxic hooch, prompting calls for Chief Minister Stalin's resignation.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in&nbsp;Vietnam after signing a defence pact with North Korea, a visit that has irked&nbsp;the US.

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At least 922 Hajj pilgrims have perished over the past few days while performing the annual rituals in the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia due to intense heat.

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In India's Tamil Nadu, 37&nbsp;people lost their lives, and more than 60 were rushed to hospitals after consuming illegal liquor, said officials on Thursday (June 20).

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Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Vietnam early on Thursday (June 20), marking the final stop of his two-nation Asian tour. After signing a defence pact with North Korea, Putin is in Vietnam to hold talks with the nation's communist leaders.&nbsp;

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Two women in France went on trial on Wednesday (June 19) over false claims that the country's first lady, Brigitte Macron, was transgender. These claims, propagated by conspiracy theorists and the far right, alleged that Brigitte Macron had once been a man named "Jean-Michel".&nbsp;

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At least 922 Hajj pilgrims have died in Mecca due to extreme heat, with Egypt reporting 600 fatalities. In Tamil Nadu, India, 37 people have died and over 60 have been hospitalised after consuming toxic hooch, prompting calls for Chief Minister Stalin's resignation.

At least 922 Hajj pilgrims have died in Mecca due to extreme heat, with Egypt reporting 600 fatalities. In Tamil Nadu, India, 37 people have died and over 60 have been hospitalised after consuming toxic hooch, prompting calls for Chief Minister Stalin's resignation. Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in Vietnam after signing a defence pact with North Korea, a visit that has irked the US. Meanwhile, a defamation trial has commenced against women who alleged that French President Emmanuel Macron's wife, Brigitte, was transgender. Click on the headlines to read more Hajj pilgrims death: Toll reaches 922 amid intense heat, 600 fatalities from Egypt alone At least 922 Hajj pilgrims have perished over the past few days while performing the annual rituals in the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia due to intense heat. 37 dead, dozens hospitalised after drinking toxic alcohol in Tamil Nadu; AIADMK demands CM Stalin' resignation In India's Tamil Nadu, 37 people lost their lives, and more than 60 were rushed to hospitals after consuming illegal liquor, said officials on Thursday (June 20). Putin arrives in Vietnam after signing defence pact with North Korea, irks US Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in Vietnam early on Thursday (June 20), marking the final stop of his two-nation Asian tour. After signing a defence pact with North Korea, Putin is in Vietnam to hold talks with the nation's communist leaders. Defamation trial begins for women who claimed Emmanuel Macron's wife Brigitte was transgender Two women in France went on trial on Wednesday (June 19) over false claims that the country's first lady, Brigitte Macron, was transgender. These claims, propagated by conspiracy theorists and the far right, alleged that Brigitte Macron had once been a man named "Jean-Michel". Watch | Israel-Hamas War: Rift between Netanyahu & military widens?

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The annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia turned deadly for over 550 people amid raging heatwave in West Asia.&nbsp;Boeing's CEO, David Calhoun, on Tuesday (June 18) faced tough questions from a US congressional panel. Russian President Vladimir Putin is in Russia in an unprecedented state visit.&nbsp;

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Boeing's CEO, David Calhoun, on Tuesday (June 18) faced tough questions from a US congressional panel. At the Senate hearing, Calhoun apologised to the families of the victims of the 737 MAX crashes in 2018 and 2019 and admitted that his company's culture was flawed but insisted on ongoing improvements in safety.

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President Vladimir Putin reached&nbsp;North Korea on Wednesday&nbsp;(Jun 19), after&nbsp;stopping over&nbsp;at&nbsp;Russia's far eastern region of Sakha&nbsp;for a few hours, marking the first trip to the country by a Russian leader in 24 years.&nbsp; 
 
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The annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia turned deadly for over 550 people amid raging heatwave in West Asia. Boeing's CEO, David Calhoun, on Tuesday (June 18) faced tough questions from a US congressional panel.

The annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia turned deadly for over 550 people amid raging heatwave in West Asia. Boeing's CEO, David Calhoun, on Tuesday (June 18) faced tough questions from a US congressional panel. Russian President Vladimir Putin is in Russia in an unprecedented state visit. Click here to read more: Hajj deaths 2024: Heatwave claims over 550 lives as temperatures hit 51.8 degrees Celsius in Mecca Hajj deaths 2024 News: Tragedies have marked this year's Hajj pilgrimage, as at least 550 pilgrims have died, primarily because of heat-related illnesses. Boeing CEO apologises to crash victims' families, admits flawed culture in Senate hearing Boeing's CEO, David Calhoun, on Tuesday (June 18) faced tough questions from a US congressional panel. At the Senate hearing, Calhoun apologised to the families of the victims of the 737 MAX crashes in 2018 and 2019 and admitted that his company's culture was flawed but insisted on ongoing improvements in safety. Russian President Vladimir Putin lands in Pyongyang, commences his first visit to North Korea in 24 years President Vladimir Putin reached North Korea on Wednesday (Jun 19), after stopping over at Russia's far eastern region of Sakha for a few hours, marking the first trip to the country by a Russian leader in 24 years. Giorgia Meloni slams EU centrists for excluding her from top job talks; rejects 'pre-packaged' deal Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was reportedly left out of a small group of European Union leaders discussing top jobs for the three EU bodies, namely the European Union parliament, European Council and the European Commission. US delegation in Dharamshala to meet Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama × Justin Timberlake arrested: What he told the young officer who didn't recognise him Memes have now started flooding social media as Justin Timberlake reportedly told the officer that this arrest would "ruin the tour" and the officer had no context to what the singer was saying since he didn't recognise who Justin Timberlake was.

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The United States is on the verge of approving its largest-ever arms sale to Israel amid the Gaza conflict.

Meanwhile, NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg highlighted Russian President Putin's reliance on authoritarian leaders for weapons, citing North Korea's support.

In other news, the Czech&nbsp;police released a video showing Indian national Nikhil Gupta who has been extradited to the US over a murder-for-hire case targeting Sikh extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun.

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NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg on Monday (June 17) said that Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit this week to North Korea, which has supplied shells to Moscow despite being under UN sanctions, points out that Russia is "dependent" on authoritarian leaders for weapons supply.

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The Czech Republic Police on Monday (June 17) released the&nbsp;visuals of Nikhil Gupta, an Indian national who has been extradited to the United States on suspicion of a murder-for-hire plot targeting Sikh extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in the US.

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A day after a video that showed 81-year-old United States President Joe Biden seemingly freeze on stage, his former boss Barack Obama jumping in to save the day, the White House has slammed Republicans for spreading "cheapfake" videos that purport to show Biden in a state of mental and physical decline.&nbsp;

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The United States is on the verge of approving its largest-ever arms sale to Israel amid the Gaza conflict. Meanwhile, NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg highlighted Russian President Putin's reliance on authoritarian leaders for weapons, citing North Korea's support.

The United States is on the verge of approving its largest-ever arms sale to Israel amid the Gaza conflict. Meanwhile, NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg highlighted Russian President Putin's reliance on authoritarian leaders for weapons, citing North Korea's support. In other news, the Czech police released a video showing Indian national Nikhil Gupta who has been extradited to the US over a murder-for-hire case targeting Sikh extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun. Finally, the White House has slammed Republicans for spreading "cheapfake" videos depicting President Biden in a state of mental and physical decline. Click on the headlines to read more Gaza war: US sets finger to trigger one of the biggest arms sales to Israel The United States is reportedly at the brink of approving an arms sale to Israel, which if ultimately approved, would be the largest-ever arms sales to Israel since the beginning of war in Gaza after October 7 last year. Putin dependent on 'authoritarian' leaders for weapons: NATO chief NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg on Monday (June 17) said that Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit this week to North Korea, which has supplied shells to Moscow despite being under UN sanctions, points out that Russia is "dependent" on authoritarian leaders for weapons supply. Pannun murder-for-hire case: First visuals of extradited Indian national Nikhil Gupta released by Czech police The Czech Republic Police on Monday (June 17) released the visuals of Nikhil Gupta, an Indian national who has been extradited to the United States on suspicion of a murder-for-hire plot targeting Sikh extremist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in the US. White House slams Republicans over deceptive 'cheapfake' videos of Biden's alleged mental decline A day after a video that showed 81-year-old United States President Joe Biden seemingly freeze on stage, his former boss Barack Obama jumping in to save the day, the White House has slammed Republicans for spreading "cheapfake" videos that purport to show Biden in a state of mental and physical decline. Watch | China terms G7 joint statement full of lies

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US President Joe Biden has expressed doubt about the Gaza ceasefire and has blamed Palestinian militant group Hamas for delays, insisting they consider Israel's proposal.

Indian PM Narendra Modi has arrived in Italy for the G7 Summit, where he will hold bilateral meetings with various heads of state.

In other news, Iran is defying the IAEA with new uranium enrichment plants&nbsp;by installing new cascades in Natanz and Fordow.

Meanwhile, the UK, US, and Canada have accused Russia of interfering in Moldova's upcoming elections.&nbsp;

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US President Joe Biden on Thursday (June 13) said he is not expecting ceasefire and hostage release deal for Gaza to work out in the near future.&nbsp;He said Hamas needs to take in consideration to the Israel’s US-backed proposal on the table.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed at Brindisi Airport, Italy, on Friday (June 14)&nbsp;where he is set to take part in the G7 Outreach Summit.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-defies-iaea-with-new-uranium-enrichment-plans-to-install-new-cascades-in-natanz-and-fordow-731599">Iran defies IAEA with new uranium enrichment plans, to install new cascades in Natanz and Fordow</a>

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Iran, as per the&nbsp;International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) report released&nbsp;on Thursday (June 13)&nbsp;is expanding its nuclear capabilities further. The&nbsp;report&nbsp;comes a week after the IAEA's board of governors passed a resolution criticising Tehran's lack of cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog.

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The UK, US and Canada have jointly called out Russia for plotting to influence Moldova's upcoming presidential election and referendum on European Union membership later this year.

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US President Joe Biden has expressed doubt about the Gaza ceasefire and has blamed Palestinian militant group Hamas for delays, insisting they consider Israel's proposal.

US President Joe Biden has expressed doubt about the Gaza ceasefire and has blamed Palestinian militant group Hamas for delays, insisting they consider Israel's proposal. Indian PM Narendra Modi has arrived in Italy for the G7 Summit, where he will hold bilateral meetings with various heads of state. In other news, Iran is defying the IAEA with new uranium enrichment plants by installing new cascades in Natanz and Fordow. Meanwhile, the UK, US, and Canada have accused Russia of interfering in Moldova's upcoming elections. Click on the headlines to read more Biden says Hamas needs to act on truce deal, blames group for delay US President Joe Biden on Thursday (June 13) said he is not expecting ceasefire and hostage release deal for Gaza to work out in the near future. He said Hamas needs to take in consideration to the Israel’s US-backed proposal on the table. PM Modi lands in Italy for G7 Summit, to meet several heads of states Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed at Brindisi Airport, Italy, on Friday (June 14) where he is set to take part in the G7 Outreach Summit. Iran defies IAEA with new uranium enrichment plans, to install new cascades in Natanz and Fordow Iran, as per the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) report released on Thursday (June 13) is expanding its nuclear capabilities further. The report comes a week after the IAEA's board of governors passed a resolution criticising Tehran's lack of cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog. UK, US, and Canada accuse Russia of interfering in Moldovan elections The UK, US and Canada have jointly called out Russia for plotting to influence Moldova's upcoming presidential election and referendum on European Union membership later this year. Watch | Kuwait fire tragedy: Kuwait authorities detain three people for alleged manslaughter

Morning news brief: Biden blames Hamas for Gaza ceasefire delay; Modi in Italy for G7; and more

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has overwhelmingly supported US President Joe Biden's proposal for a ceasefire to end the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. In New York City, anti-Israel protesters raised slogans and lit flares outside an exhibit memorialising victims of the Nova festival massacre.

In Malawi, soldiers are searching mountainous forests after a plane carrying Vice President Saulos Chilima went missing.

Meanwhile, the jury in Hunter Biden's trial on federal gun charges has begun deliberations, marking the first criminal prosecution of a sitting US president's child.&nbsp;

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The United Nations Security Council on Monday (June 10)&nbsp;backed a ceasefire proposal put forth by President Joe Biden to end the eight-month-old war between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip.&nbsp;

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Flares were lit and slogans of “Long Live the Intifada” were raised by anti-Israel protesters outside a downtown Manhattan exhibit which memorialised the October 7 Nova Music Festival massacre's victims on Monday (June 10).

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Soldiers are looking through mountainous forests in northern Malawi after an aircraft carrying Vice President Saulos Chilima and nine others went missing on Monday (June 10).

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The jury has begun deliberations in the historic trial of Hunter Biden on federal gun charges. On Monday (June 10), the 12-member jury heard the closing statements in a case that marks the first criminal prosecution of a child of a sitting US president.

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The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has overwhelmingly supported US President Joe Biden's proposal for a ceasefire to end the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza.

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has overwhelmingly supported US President Joe Biden's proposal for a ceasefire to end the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. In New York City, anti-Israel protesters raised slogans and lit flares outside an exhibit memorialising victims of the Nova festival massacre. In Malawi, soldiers are searching mountainous forests after a plane carrying Vice President Saulos Chilima went missing. Meanwhile, the jury in Hunter Biden's trial on federal gun charges has begun deliberations, marking the first criminal prosecution of a sitting US president's child. Click on the headlines to read more UN Security Council votes 'for peace', overwhelmingly backs Biden's Gaza ceasefire plan The United Nations Security Council on Monday (June 10) backed a ceasefire proposal put forth by President Joe Biden to end the eight-month-old war between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip. ‘Long Live Intifada’: Protesters raise slogans outside exhibit memorialising Nova festival victims in NYC Flares were lit and slogans of “Long Live the Intifada” were raised by anti-Israel protesters outside a downtown Manhattan exhibit which memorialised the October 7 Nova Music Festival massacre's victims on Monday (June 10). Malawi soldiers search mountain forests after plane carrying vice president disappears Soldiers are looking through mountainous forests in northern Malawi after an aircraft carrying Vice President Saulos Chilima and nine others went missing on Monday (June 10). Jury begins deliberations in Hunter Biden illegal firearm trial The jury has begun deliberations in the historic trial of Hunter Biden on federal gun charges. On Monday (June 10), the 12-member jury heard the closing statements in a case that marks the first criminal prosecution of a child of a sitting US president. Watch | Former advisor to Netanyahu speaks to WION, says US has no impact on Hezbollah's actions

Morning news brief: UNSC backs Biden's Gaza peace plan; search on for Malawi Vice President; and more

The Israel Defense Force (IDF) dropped fresh footage of the military operation which led to the rescue of four hostages. The Israeli military on Saturday (June 8) said that they rescued four hostages - identified as &nbsp;Noa Argamani, Almog Meir Jan, Andrey Kozlov, and Shlomi Ziv from Gaza - in a “complex daytime operation”. In other news, the Western media extensively covered the oath-taking ceremony of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he began his historic third term on Sunday (June 9). Along with Modi, 72 other ministers also took the oath and are now waiting for their duties to be assigned.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-drops-dramatic-footage-of-rescue-of-four-hamas-hostages-in-complex-daytime-operation-730368">Israel drops dramatic footage showing&nbsp;rescue of hostages in 'complex daytime operation'</a>

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The Israel Defense Force (IDF) dropped fresh footage of the military operation which led to the rescue of four hostages.&nbsp;The Israeli military on Saturday (June 8) said that they rescued four hostages - identified as &nbsp;Noa Argamani, Almog Meir Jan, Andrey Kozlov, and Shlomi Ziv from Gaza - in a “complex daytime operation”.

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The oath-taking ceremony of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was widely covered by the Western media. Along with Modi, 72 other ministers also took the oath and are now waiting for their duties to be assigned.&nbsp;

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North Korea has once again sent hundreds of balloons filled with trash across the border into South Korea. According to a Yonhap News Agency report citing South Korea's military, Pyongyang&nbsp;floated approximately 310 balloons overnight this time.&nbsp;

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In a shocking incident, a 28-year-old Indian-origin man was shot dead in Canada on Friday (Jun 7).&nbsp;Hailing from Ludhiana (city in the north Indian state of Punjab), Yuvraj Goyal came to Canada in the year 2019 on a student visa.&nbsp;He recently&nbsp;received his Canadian Permanent Resident (PR) status.&nbsp;

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The Israel Defense Force (IDF) dropped fresh footage of the military operation which led to the rescue of four hostages. The Israeli military on Saturday (June 8) said that they rescued four hostages - identified as Noa Argamani, Almog Meir Jan, Andrey Kozlov, and Shlomi Ziv from Gaza - in a “complex daytime operation”.

The Israel Defense Force (IDF) dropped fresh footage of the military operation which led to the rescue of four hostages. The Israeli military on Saturday (June 8) said that they rescued four hostages - identified as Noa Argamani, Almog Meir Jan, Andrey Kozlov, and Shlomi Ziv from Gaza - in a “complex daytime operation”. In other news, the Western media extensively covered the oath-taking ceremony of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as he began his historic third term on Sunday (June 9). Along with Modi, 72 other ministers also took the oath and are now waiting for their duties to be assigned. Click on the headlines to read more: Israel drops dramatic footage showing rescue of hostages in 'complex daytime operation' The Israel Defense Force (IDF) dropped fresh footage of the military operation which led to the rescue of four hostages. The Israeli military on Saturday (June 8) said that they rescued four hostages - identified as Noa Argamani, Almog Meir Jan, Andrey Kozlov, and Shlomi Ziv from Gaza - in a “complex daytime operation”. Here's how Modi 3.0 oath-taking ceremony made headlines in western media The oath-taking ceremony of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was widely covered by the Western media. Along with Modi, 72 other ministers also took the oath and are now waiting for their duties to be assigned. North Korea sends more trash balloons to South Korea North Korea has once again sent hundreds of balloons filled with trash across the border into South Korea. According to a Yonhap News Agency report citing South Korea's military, Pyongyang floated approximately 310 balloons overnight this time. Indian-origin man from Punjab's Ludhiana shot dead in Canada In a shocking incident, a 28-year-old Indian-origin man was shot dead in Canada on Friday (Jun 7). Hailing from Ludhiana (city in the north Indian state of Punjab), Yuvraj Goyal came to Canada in the year 2019 on a student visa. He recently received his Canadian Permanent Resident (PR) status. Watch | Modi 3.0: New Cabinet to discuss 100-day plan for the new govt; portfolio allocation on cards ×

Morning brief: Israel drops rescue operation footage; North Korea sends more trash balloons to South; and more

Narendra Modi will be sworn in as India's prime minister for a third consecutive time on Sunday (June 9). The grand event will be held at the Rashtrapati Bhawan at 7.15 pm IST.&nbsp;Alongside, members of his council of ministers will also take their oath.

The Polish man who attacked Danish Prime Minister&nbsp;Mette Frederiksen was on Saturday remanded&nbsp;in custody for 12 days. The man was under the influence of alcohol and drugs at the time, and said he was unaware that the victim was Denmark's PM.

In other news from around the world, nine months after 26-year-old Noa Argamani was abducted by Hamas from a music festival-turned-killing field in southern Israel, she returned to a Tel Aviv hospital to see her terminally ill mother. Argamani became one of the&nbsp;most recognised faces of the 'Bring Them Home' campaign.&nbsp;

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Hours before the scheduled swearing-in ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhawan in New Delhi, Narendra Modi, the outgoing prime minister and National Democratic Alliance's leader in the Lok Sabha paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, the slain national icon's resting place in the capital.

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A 39-year-old man from Poland who attacked Danish Prime Minister&nbsp;Mette Frederiksen was on Saturday (June 8) remanded&nbsp;in custody for 12 days.&nbsp;Citing the police, a report by the news agency Reuters on Sunday said that the man was under the influence of alcohol and drugs at the time and said he was unaware that the victim was Denmark's prime minister.

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Nine months after 26-year-old Noa Argamani was abducted by Hamas from a music festival-turned-killing field in southern Israel, she returned at a Tel Aviv hospital to see her terminally ill mother. One of the most recognised faces of 'Bring Them Home' campaign, Argamani was among over 250 people taken captives by Hamas when they attacked Israel on October 7.

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The UK Conservatives led by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak have pledged 730 million pounds ($927mn) to expand mental health treatment within the ambit of the National Health Service, a move aimed to woo the voters ahead of July 4 General Elections in which incumbent Tories continue to trail behind Labour Party.

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Narendra Modi will be sworn in as India's prime minister for a third consecutive time on Sunday (June 9). The grand event will be held at the Rashtrapati Bhawan at 7.

Narendra Modi will be sworn in as India's prime minister for a third consecutive time on Sunday (June 9). The grand event will be held at the Rashtrapati Bhawan at 7.15 pm IST. Alongside, members of his council of ministers will also take their oath. The Polish man who attacked Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was on Saturday remanded in custody for 12 days. The man was under the influence of alcohol and drugs at the time, and said he was unaware that the victim was Denmark's PM. In other news from around the world, nine months after 26-year-old Noa Argamani was abducted by Hamas from a music festival-turned-killing field in southern Israel, she returned to a Tel Aviv hospital to see her terminally ill mother. Argamani became one of the most recognised faces of the 'Bring Them Home' campaign. Click on the headlines to read more: Modi 3.0 to be sworn-in with focus on 'Neighbourhood First' foreign policy plank Hours before the scheduled swearing-in ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhawan in New Delhi, Narendra Modi, the outgoing prime minister and National Democratic Alliance's leader in the Lok Sabha paid tributes to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat, the slain national icon's resting place in the capital. Polish man who attacked Danish PM Frederiksen remanded in 12-day custody A 39-year-old man from Poland who attacked Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was on Saturday (June 8) remanded in custody for 12 days. Citing the police, a report by the news agency Reuters on Sunday said that the man was under the influence of alcohol and drugs at the time and said he was unaware that the victim was Denmark's prime minister. Israeli hostage Noa Argamani rescued just in time to see terminally ailing mother Nine months after 26-year-old Noa Argamani was abducted by Hamas from a music festival-turned-killing field in southern Israel, she returned at a Tel Aviv hospital to see her terminally ill mother. One of the most recognised faces of 'Bring Them Home' campaign, Argamani was among over 250 people taken captives by Hamas when they attacked Israel on October 7. Rishi Sunak promises hundreds of million in mental health benefits if re-elected The UK Conservatives led by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak have pledged 730 million pounds ($927mn) to expand mental health treatment within the ambit of the National Health Service, a move aimed to woo the voters ahead of July 4 General Elections in which incumbent Tories continue to trail behind Labour Party. Watch | EU Parliament elections: Voting underway on the third day of elections ×

Morning brief: Modi to be sworn in as Indian PM for third time today, and more

Ahead of European Union elections, Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was attacked in Copenhagen. In Europe, following the D-Day celebrations, Ukraine's road for more US aid to persist against Russian offensive appears all clear. And there is one unique finalist in Men's singles in the French Open.

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Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was "hit" by a man in a Copenhagen square on Friday (June 7), her office said in an official statement, prompting widespread condemnation from all over Europe.&nbsp;

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The United Nations has added Israel to the global list of states and armed groups who have committed violations against children in the past year, country's UN envoy Gilad Erdan confirmed.

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US President Joe Biden on Friday (June 7) issued an unprecedented public apology to Ukraine for the holdup of American military assistance&nbsp;that allowed Russia to continue making gains on the battlefield. Ukraine's&nbsp;President Volodymyr Zelensky has appealed for bipartisan US support "like it was during World War II."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-bombs-another-school-in-gaza-a-day-after-strike-on-school-killed-37-729791">Israel bombs another school in Gaza, a day after strike on school killed 37</a>

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In latest offensive, Israel bombed another UN-run school in Gaza on Friday (June 7), a day after strike on school that killed 37&nbsp;people.

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William Anders, the former Apollo 8 astronaut who took one of the most significant pictures of humankind that showed&nbsp;"Earthrise" from Moon&nbsp;in 1968, was killed on Friday (June 7)&nbsp;when the plane he was piloting alone went down into the waters off the San Juan Islands in Washington state.

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Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz has taken a giant step towards completing a career Grand Slam after he overcame Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner in a marathon French Open men’s singles semifinal. The over four-hour-long contest played on Friday (June 7)&nbsp;saw Alcaraz win 2-6, 6-3, 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 to book a place in the final of the French Open 2024. He will face the winner of the&nbsp;Sunday’s final between&nbsp;Casper Ruud and Alexander Zverev.

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Ahead of European Union elections, Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was attacked in Copenhagen. In Europe, following the D-Day celebrations, Ukraine's road for more US aid to persist against Russian offensive appears all clear.

Ahead of European Union elections, Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was attacked in Copenhagen. In Europe, following the D-Day celebrations, Ukraine's road for more US aid to persist against Russian offensive appears all clear. And there is one unique finalist in Men's singles in the French Open. Click here to read more: Denmark PM Mette Frederiksen attacked in Copenhagen square ahead of EU elections Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was "hit" by a man in a Copenhagen square on Friday (June 7), her office said in an official statement, prompting widespread condemnation from all over Europe. Israel reacts after inclusion in UN 'list of shame' for children's rights abuse The United Nations has added Israel to the global list of states and armed groups who have committed violations against children in the past year, country's UN envoy Gilad Erdan confirmed. Russia-Ukraine war: Biden apologises to Zelensky for holdup of military assistance US President Joe Biden on Friday (June 7) issued an unprecedented public apology to Ukraine for the holdup of American military assistance that allowed Russia to continue making gains on the battlefield. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has appealed for bipartisan US support "like it was during World War II." Israel bombs another school in Gaza, a day after strike on school killed 37 In latest offensive, Israel bombed another UN-run school in Gaza on Friday (June 7), a day after strike on school that killed 37 people. Astronaut William Anders, who showed 'Earthrise' from Moon, killed in plane crash William Anders, the former Apollo 8 astronaut who took one of the most significant pictures of humankind that showed "Earthrise" from Moon in 1968, was killed on Friday (June 7) when the plane he was piloting alone went down into the waters off the San Juan Islands in Washington state. French Open: Carlos Alcaraz overcomes Jannik Sinner in marathon contest to reach maiden final Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz has taken a giant step towards completing a career Grand Slam after he overcame Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner in a marathon French Open men’s singles semifinal. The over four-hour-long contest played on Friday (June 7) saw Alcaraz win 2-6, 6-3, 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 to book a place in the final of the French Open 2024. He will face the winner of the Sunday’s final between Casper Ruud and Alexander Zverev.

Morning brief: Israel bombs another Gaza school; Alaraz in French Open final; and more

It's a busy morning in the WION newsroom. Israeli military said that they hit a 'Hamas compound' housed within a UN school in central Gaza. Hamas said that a total of 27 people were killed in the attack. In Russia, President Vladimir Putin, in an explosive interaction with journalists, dropped Moscow's hesitancy about using nukes and even suggested that he will arm other countries to attack western targets. Back in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's allies, JDU and TDP, are demanding key ministries in Modi 3.0 cabinet.&nbsp;

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Israeli Army on Thursday (June 6) said that it struck a UN school in centra Gaza that it claimed housed a "Hamas compound". The Hamas media office claimed that at least 27 people were killed.

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Russia's President Vladimir Putin has warned that Moscow is considering "asymmetric" measures against Ukraine's use of Western-supplied weapons in Russian territory, including arming the western adversaries.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-govt-formation-live-jdu-demands-railways-finance-and-agriculture-ministry-729240">India govt formation: JD(U) demands Railways, Finance and Agriculture ministry, say sources</a>

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As India enters the era of coalition government and BJP-led NDA prepares to form government on Saturday (June 8) after winning 293 seats in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, speculation remain rife over what ministries will be demanded by the allies and how ministers are planning to get benefit from this alliance.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/balloon-war-south-korea-flies-balloons-with-anti-kim-jong-un-material-music-flash-drives-into-north-korea-729209">Balloon war? South Korea flies balloons with anti-Kim Jong Un material, music flash drives into North Korea</a>

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South Korean activists have sent a number of balloons filled with anti-Kim Jong Un leaflets into North Korea days after North sent balloons carrying garbage into South Korea. This time around, South Korean balloons also reportedly include flash drives containing South Korean music.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/nvidia-surpasses-apple-to-become-the-worlds-second-most-valuable-company-729231">Nvidia surpasses Apple to become the world's second-most valuable company</a>

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The artificial intelligence chipmaker Nvidia's market valuation surpassed $3 trillion on Wednesday as its shares surged to all-time highs. Due to the rise, Nvidia is now the second most valuable company in the world, surpassing Apple. This historic accomplishment coincides with Nvidia's strategic planning for a ten-for-one stock split that will take effect on June 7 to appeal to more private investors.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mexican-man-dies-in-first-known-human-case-of-h5n2-bird-flu-729211">Mexican man dies in first known human case of H5N2 bird flu</a>

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The World Health Organization (WHO) reports the first documented human death caused by the H5N2 strain of bird flu in Mexico.&nbsp;The WHO said on Wednesday (June 5) it was not clear how the person became infected.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/popular-swedish-rapper-c-gambino-shot-dead-in-gang-war-aged-26-729214">Popular Swedish rapper C Gambino shot dead in gang war aged 26</a>

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A Swedish rapper who last month was named the country's hip hop artist of the year has been killed in a gang shooting in Gothenburg, Swedish police said on Wednesday.

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India beat Ireland on Wednesday (June 5) to kickstart their T20 World Cup 2024 campaign in style. Playing the Irish side at the&nbsp;Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York, India rode on Jasprit Bumrah's 2 for 6 and Hardik Pandya's 3 for 27 to bundle out the Irish camp for a paltry 96&nbsp;and chased it down in 12.2 overs with eight wickets in hand. With this win, Rohit Sharma surpassed T20 WC-winning skipper MS Dhoni to become India's most successful T20I captain.

It's a busy morning in the WION newsroom. Israeli military said that they hit a 'Hamas compound' housed within a UN school in central Gaza. Hamas said that a total of 27 people were killed in the attack.

It's a busy morning in the WION newsroom. Israeli military said that they hit a 'Hamas compound' housed within a UN school in central Gaza. Hamas said that a total of 27 people were killed in the attack. In Russia, President Vladimir Putin, in an explosive interaction with journalists, dropped Moscow's hesitancy about using nukes and even suggested that he will arm other countries to attack western targets. Back in India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi's allies, JDU and TDP, are demanding key ministries in Modi 3.0 cabinet. Click here to read more: Israel hits 'Hamas compound' inside central Gaza UN school; 27 killed Israeli Army on Thursday (June 6) said that it struck a UN school in centra Gaza that it claimed housed a "Hamas compound". The Hamas media office claimed that at least 27 people were killed. 'Recipe for very serious problems': Putin says Russia could supply arms to other nations to strike the West Russia's President Vladimir Putin has warned that Moscow is considering "asymmetric" measures against Ukraine's use of Western-supplied weapons in Russian territory, including arming the western adversaries. India govt formation: JD(U) demands Railways, Finance and Agriculture ministry, say sources As India enters the era of coalition government and BJP-led NDA prepares to form government on Saturday (June 8) after winning 293 seats in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, speculation remain rife over what ministries will be demanded by the allies and how ministers are planning to get benefit from this alliance. Balloon war? South Korea flies balloons with anti-Kim Jong Un material, music flash drives into North Korea South Korean activists have sent a number of balloons filled with anti-Kim Jong Un leaflets into North Korea days after North sent balloons carrying garbage into South Korea. This time around, South Korean balloons also reportedly include flash drives containing South Korean music. Nvidia surpasses Apple to become the world's second-most valuable company The artificial intelligence chipmaker Nvidia's market valuation surpassed $3 trillion on Wednesday as its shares surged to all-time highs. Due to the rise, Nvidia is now the second most valuable company in the world, surpassing Apple. This historic accomplishment coincides with Nvidia's strategic planning for a ten-for-one stock split that will take effect on June 7 to appeal to more private investors. Mexican man dies in first known human case of H5N2 bird flu The World Health Organization (WHO) reports the first documented human death caused by the H5N2 strain of bird flu in Mexico. The WHO said on Wednesday (June 5) it was not clear how the person became infected. Popular Swedish rapper C Gambino shot dead in gang war aged 26 A Swedish rapper who last month was named the country's hip hop artist of the year has been killed in a gang shooting in Gothenburg, Swedish police said on Wednesday. T20 WC: Rohit Sharma surpasses MS Dhoni to become Indian captain with most T20I wins after Ireland tie India beat Ireland on Wednesday (June 5) to kickstart their T20 World Cup 2024 campaign in style. Playing the Irish side at the Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York, India rode on Jasprit Bumrah's 2 for 6 and Hardik Pandya's 3 for 27 to bundle out the Irish camp for a paltry 96 and chased it down in 12.2 overs with eight wickets in hand. With this win, Rohit Sharma surpassed T20 WC-winning skipper MS Dhoni to become India's most successful T20I captain.

Morning brief: Modi's NDA allies demand key ministries; Rohit surpasses Dhoni's captaincy milestone; and more

In India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi appears set for a third term despite the NDA falling short of their '400+' target, securing just under 300 seats. The INDIA alliance has performed impressively with 234 seats, making it a significant player in the political landscape.

Russia has issued a warning, stating that French military trainers in Ukraine could be targeted in strikes.

In the United States, former president Donald Trump, recently convicted in the hush money trial, is seeking relief from a gag order imposed during the case. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden has suggested that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is prolonging the Gaza conflict for political reasons.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/lok-sabha-election-results-2024-live-pm-modi-looks-set-for-third-term-even-as-indi-alliance-plans-its-next-move-728805">Lok Sabha Election Results 2024 LIVE: PM Modi looks set for third term even as INDI Alliance plans its next move</a>

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The much-awaited results of Lok Sabha Elections 2024 turned out to be a shocker for the world, especially in the wake of exit polls claiming a possibility of NDA meeting the ambitious '400+' target, as NDA failed to cross even 300 and INDIA bloc gave an impressive fight with 234. Stay connected to WION for LIVE updates.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-warns-french-military-trainers-in-ukraine-could-be-attacked-728806">Russia warns French military trainers in Ukraine could be attacked</a>

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The military instructors from France who are training soldiers in Ukraine would be a lawful target for Russian strikes, Moscow said on Tuesday (June 4).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/felon-donald-trump-seeks-relief-from-gag-order-after-historic-conviction-728810">'Felon' Donald Trump seeks relief from gag order after historic conviction</a>

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Donald Trump, the first former US president to be convicted in a criminal trial, has requested a judge to remove a gag order placed on him during his recent hush money trial.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-suggests-netanyahu-is-dragging-out-gaza-war-for-political-reasons-728818">Biden suggests Netanyahu is dragging out Gaza war for political reasons</a>

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United States President Joe Biden, on Tuesday (Jun 4) said there is “every reason” for people to believe that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is prolonging the war in Gaza for his own political preservation.&nbsp;

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In India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi appears set for a third term despite the NDA falling short of their '400+' target, securing just under 300 seats. The INDIA alliance has performed impressively with 234 seats, making it a significant player in the political landscape.

In India, Prime Minister Narendra Modi appears set for a third term despite the NDA falling short of their '400+' target, securing just under 300 seats. The INDIA alliance has performed impressively with 234 seats, making it a significant player in the political landscape. Russia has issued a warning, stating that French military trainers in Ukraine could be targeted in strikes. In the United States, former president Donald Trump, recently convicted in the hush money trial, is seeking relief from a gag order imposed during the case. Meanwhile, President Joe Biden has suggested that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is prolonging the Gaza conflict for political reasons. Click on the headlines to read more Lok Sabha Election Results 2024 LIVE: PM Modi looks set for third term even as INDI Alliance plans its next move The much-awaited results of Lok Sabha Elections 2024 turned out to be a shocker for the world, especially in the wake of exit polls claiming a possibility of NDA meeting the ambitious '400+' target, as NDA failed to cross even 300 and INDIA bloc gave an impressive fight with 234. Stay connected to WION for LIVE updates. Russia warns French military trainers in Ukraine could be attacked The military instructors from France who are training soldiers in Ukraine would be a lawful target for Russian strikes, Moscow said on Tuesday (June 4). 'Felon' Donald Trump seeks relief from gag order after historic conviction Donald Trump, the first former US president to be convicted in a criminal trial, has requested a judge to remove a gag order placed on him during his recent hush money trial. Biden suggests Netanyahu is dragging out Gaza war for political reasons United States President Joe Biden, on Tuesday (Jun 4) said there is “every reason” for people to believe that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is prolonging the war in Gaza for his own political preservation. Watch | Odisha: BJP set to form government, Naveen Patnaik's 24-year stint as CM ends

Morning news brief: Lok Sabha 2024 election results; Trump seeks relief from gag order; and more

A New York jury has found former US president Donald Trump guilty on all 34 counts of falsifying business records in the hush money case involving adult actor Stormy Daniels, making him the first former president convicted of a crime. Meanwhile,&nbsp;US President Joe Biden has authorised Ukraine to use American weapons for limited strikes in Russia.

In India, former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna was arrested at Bengaluru airport and is set to face court over allegations of sexual assault and criminal intimidation.

Finally, Japan's space agency has lost contact with its Akatsuki probe to Venus.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-hush-money-trial-new-york-jury-finds-ex-us-president-guilty-on-all-charges-727246">Trump becomes first former US president to be convicted following verdict in hush money trial</a>

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A New York jury on Thursday (May 30) found former United States president Donald Trump&nbsp;guilty on all charges in his hush money case, months before an election that could see him&nbsp;return to the White House.&nbsp;Trump, 77, became the first former US president ever convicted of a crime.&nbsp;A report by the news agency AFP said that the jury found Trump&nbsp;guilty on each of the 34 counts of falsifying business records to hide a payment meant to silence adult actor Stormy Daniels.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-authorises-ukraine-to-conduct-limited-strikes-in-russia-with-us-weapons-727259">Biden authorises Ukraine to conduct limited strikes in Russia with US weapons</a>

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President Joe Biden has given a nod to Ukraine to use American weapons to strike targets within Russian territory, though with restrictions.&nbsp;

Kyiv is allowed to target areas just over the border near Kharkiv, following significant Russian advances around this northeastern city, which is close to the Russian border, according to two US officials who spoke with CNN.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/karnataka-sex-scandal-prajwal-revanna-arrested-to-be-produced-in-court-today-727249">Karnataka sex scandal: Prajwal Revanna arrested, to be produced in court today</a>

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Former Janata Dal (Secular)&nbsp;MP Prajwal&nbsp;Revanna was arrested at the Bengaluru airport early Friday (May 31) and brought to the Crime Investigation Department (CID) office. Revanna, who has been accused of sexually assaulting multiple women, is likely to face a probe by the&nbsp;Special Investigation Team (SIT) over allegations of sexual harassment and criminal intimidation following a complaint by a woman who worked in his household.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/japans-venus-mission-in-turmoil-akatsuki-probe-vanishes-on-alien-planet-727281">Japan's Venus mission in turmoil: Akatsuki probe vanishes on alien planet</a>

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Japan has lost contact with humanity's only active probe on the planet Venus, called Akatsuki or 'Dawn'.&nbsp;

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A New York jury has found former US president Donald Trump guilty on all 34 counts of falsifying business records in the hush money case involving adult actor Stormy Daniels, making him the first former president convicted of a crime.

A New York jury has found former US president Donald Trump guilty on all 34 counts of falsifying business records in the hush money case involving adult actor Stormy Daniels, making him the first former president convicted of a crime. Meanwhile, US President Joe Biden has authorised Ukraine to use American weapons for limited strikes in Russia. In India, former JD(S) MP Prajwal Revanna was arrested at Bengaluru airport and is set to face court over allegations of sexual assault and criminal intimidation. Finally, Japan's space agency has lost contact with its Akatsuki probe to Venus. Click on the headlines to read more Trump becomes first former US president to be convicted following verdict in hush money trial A New York jury on Thursday (May 30) found former United States president Donald Trump guilty on all charges in his hush money case, months before an election that could see him return to the White House. Trump, 77, became the first former US president ever convicted of a crime. A report by the news agency AFP said that the jury found Trump guilty on each of the 34 counts of falsifying business records to hide a payment meant to silence adult actor Stormy Daniels. Biden authorises Ukraine to conduct limited strikes in Russia with US weapons President Joe Biden has given a nod to Ukraine to use American weapons to strike targets within Russian territory, though with restrictions. Kyiv is allowed to target areas just over the border near Kharkiv, following significant Russian advances around this northeastern city, which is close to the Russian border, according to two US officials who spoke with CNN. Karnataka sex scandal: Prajwal Revanna arrested, to be produced in court today Former Janata Dal (Secular) MP Prajwal Revanna was arrested at the Bengaluru airport early Friday (May 31) and brought to the Crime Investigation Department (CID) office. Revanna, who has been accused of sexually assaulting multiple women, is likely to face a probe by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) over allegations of sexual harassment and criminal intimidation following a complaint by a woman who worked in his household. Japan's Venus mission in turmoil: Akatsuki probe vanishes on alien planet Japan has lost contact with humanity's only active probe on the planet Venus, called Akatsuki or 'Dawn'. Watch | China: Xi Jinping calls for peace conference to end war between Israel & Hamas

Morning news brief: Trump found guilty in hush money case; Prajwal Revanna arrested; and more

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been accused of failing miserably as the country&nbsp;grapples with the consequences of the war in the Gaza Strip.&nbsp;Knesset member Gadi Eisenko said that Netanyahu&nbsp;failed miserably on security and economy fronts and that there must be elections before the end of this year.&nbsp;

In Hong Kong, a court&nbsp;convicted 14 pro-democracy activists in the biggest national security case under a law imposed by China. Those convicted include&nbsp;include former&nbsp;lawmakers Leung Kwok-hung, Lam Cheuk-ting, Helena Wong and Raymond Chan. They could face life in prison.

In other news from around the world,&nbsp;France and Germany have said that Ukraine should be permitted to use their weaponry against targets inside Russia.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/netanyahu-accused-of-failing-miserably-as-war-cabinet-members-press-for-israel-elections-726873">Netanyahu accused of 'failing miserably' as war cabinet members press for Israel elections</a>

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Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's colleague in his cabinet has accused him of "failing miserably" as the country grapples with domestic, geo-economic and geopolitical consequences of war in Gaza amid relentless human rights violations in the blockaded Palestinian enclave.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-democracy-leaders-convicted-after-chinas-mass-national-security-trial-726882">Hong Kong democracy leaders convicted after China's mass national security trial</a>

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A court in Hong Kong on Thursday (May 30) convicted 14 pro-democracy activists in the biggest national security case under a law imposed by Beijing. The ones found guilty include former&nbsp;lawmakers Leung Kwok-hung, Lam Cheuk-ting, Helena Wong and Raymond Chan.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-germany-back-ukraines-use-of-western-weapons-on-russian-soil-726878">France, Germany back Ukraine's use of western weapons on Russian soil</a>

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France and Germany have said that Ukraine should be permitted to use their weaponry against targets inside Russia from which Moscow attacks Ukraine. While addressing the media, alongside German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Tuesday (May 28), French President Emmanuel Macron outlined that French weapons supplied to Ukraine, including long-range missiles, were permitted to strike targets within Russia.

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American Airlines has been accused of forcing three Black men to deboard a flight following a complaint that an unidentified passenger had body odour, according to a lawsuit.&nbsp;The lawsuit was filed on Wednesday (May 29) by Alvin Jackson, Emmanuel Jean Joseph and Xavier Veal in the US district court for the eastern district of New York against the airline.&nbsp;

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been accused of failing miserably as the country grapples with the consequences of the war in the Gaza Strip. Knesset member Gadi Eisenko said that Netanyahu failed miserably on security and economy fronts and that there must be elections before the end of this year.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been accused of failing miserably as the country grapples with the consequences of the war in the Gaza Strip. Knesset member Gadi Eisenko said that Netanyahu failed miserably on security and economy fronts and that there must be elections before the end of this year. In Hong Kong, a court convicted 14 pro-democracy activists in the biggest national security case under a law imposed by China. Those convicted include include former lawmakers Leung Kwok-hung, Lam Cheuk-ting, Helena Wong and Raymond Chan. They could face life in prison. In other news from around the world, France and Germany have said that Ukraine should be permitted to use their weaponry against targets inside Russia. Click on the headlines to read more: Netanyahu accused of 'failing miserably' as war cabinet members press for Israel elections Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's colleague in his cabinet has accused him of "failing miserably" as the country grapples with domestic, geo-economic and geopolitical consequences of war in Gaza amid relentless human rights violations in the blockaded Palestinian enclave. Hong Kong democracy leaders convicted after China's mass national security trial A court in Hong Kong on Thursday (May 30) convicted 14 pro-democracy activists in the biggest national security case under a law imposed by Beijing. The ones found guilty include former lawmakers Leung Kwok-hung, Lam Cheuk-ting, Helena Wong and Raymond Chan. France, Germany back Ukraine's use of western weapons on Russian soil France and Germany have said that Ukraine should be permitted to use their weaponry against targets inside Russia from which Moscow attacks Ukraine. While addressing the media, alongside German Chancellor Olaf Scholz on Tuesday (May 28), French President Emmanuel Macron outlined that French weapons supplied to Ukraine, including long-range missiles, were permitted to strike targets within Russia. 'Every Black man...': American Airlines sued for forcing Black passengers to deboard over body odour complaint American Airlines has been accused of forcing three Black men to deboard a flight following a complaint that an unidentified passenger had body odour, according to a lawsuit. The lawsuit was filed on Wednesday (May 29) by Alvin Jackson, Emmanuel Jean Joseph and Xavier Veal in the US district court for the eastern district of New York against the airline. Watch | Google search leak unearths treasure trove of SEO data ×

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The five-week long hush money trial against former US President Donald Trump completed its concluding arguments and the verdict may be out soon. Across the world, people are expressing their outrage over Israel's attack on Rafah, where over a million Palestinians displaced due to ongoing war have been lodged.&nbsp;

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At the Manhattan courthouse, lawyers for former US President Donald Trump and state prosecutors presented their closing arguments to jurors in the hush money trial on Tuesday (May 28).&nbsp;Now, the jury will soon deliberate whether Trump will become the first former US president convicted of a crime as he faces 34 felony counts of falsifying business records related to a $130,000 payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.

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Gaza aid pier:&nbsp;The necessity for repairs arose after rough seas on May 25 caused three of the four vessels associated with the pier to run aground. In addition to this, the harsh sea conditions and a North African weather system caused part of the trident pier to detach from its anchored position.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin said Tuesday (May 28) that the west could face serious consequences if Western countries allowed Ukraine to use their weapons to strike targets in Russia, as sought by Kyiv.&nbsp;

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Rafael Nadal, potentially playing in his last French Open was watched by many stars on Monday as he lost in straight sets to Olympic champion Zverev. One of the stars present at the Court Philippe Chatrier was three-time champion Novak Djokovic as he opened up on his attendance for the match after his opening round win over Hugues Herbert.

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As Israel intensified its attacks on Gaza in Rafah area and it resulted in deaths of families living under tents, Bollywood celebrities along with their counterparts from all over the world extended their support for Palestine.&nbsp;

The five-week long hush money trial against former US President Donald Trump completed its concluding arguments and the verdict may be out soon. Across the world, people are expressing their outrage over Israel's attack on Rafah, where over a million Palestinians displaced due to ongoing war have been lodged.

The five-week long hush money trial against former US President Donald Trump completed its concluding arguments and the verdict may be out soon. Across the world, people are expressing their outrage over Israel's attack on Rafah, where over a million Palestinians displaced due to ongoing war have been lodged. Click here to read more: Trump hush money trial day 21: Key points as closing arguments come to end At the Manhattan courthouse, lawyers for former US President Donald Trump and state prosecutors presented their closing arguments to jurors in the hush money trial on Tuesday (May 28). Now, the jury will soon deliberate whether Trump will become the first former US president convicted of a crime as he faces 34 felony counts of falsifying business records related to a $130,000 payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels. US military temporarily removes Gaza aid pier for repairs after structure broke off Gaza aid pier: The necessity for repairs arose after rough seas on May 25 caused three of the four vessels associated with the pier to run aground. In addition to this, the harsh sea conditions and a North African weather system caused part of the trident pier to detach from its anchored position. Putin warns of 'serious consequences' if Western weapons hit Russian soil Russian President Vladimir Putin said Tuesday (May 28) that the west could face serious consequences if Western countries allowed Ukraine to use their weapons to strike targets in Russia, as sought by Kyiv. 'We all wanted to get a glimpse': Novak Djokovic opens up on attendance in Rafael Nadal's opening match Rafael Nadal, potentially playing in his last French Open was watched by many stars on Monday as he lost in straight sets to Olympic champion Zverev. One of the stars present at the Court Philippe Chatrier was three-time champion Novak Djokovic as he opened up on his attendance for the match after his opening round win over Hugues Herbert. Bollywood celebs Alia Bhatt, Kareena Kapoor, Varun Dhawan extend support to Palestine amid Israel attack As Israel intensified its attacks on Gaza in Rafah area and it resulted in deaths of families living under tents, Bollywood celebrities along with their counterparts from all over the world extended their support for Palestine.

Morning brief: Israel's assault brings 'all eyes on Rafah'; Trump hush money trial; and more

India on Saturday (May 25) began voting in the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha elections in 58 constituencies. By the end of this phase, the voting will be completed in 486 of the 543 Lok Sabha seats.

India on Saturday (May 25) began voting in the sixth phase of the Lok Sabha elections in 58 constituencies. By the end of this phase, the voting will be completed in 486 of the 543 Lok Sabha seats. The remaining 57 Lok Sabha seats will go to polls on June 1, the seventh and final phase of polling. Israel has hinted that it is not likely to change the course in the Rafah invasion despite the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ordering Israel to halt the widening offensive in the Gaza Strip. In other news from around the world, three missionaries were killed in an attack by gangs in Haiti's capital city of Port-au-Prince on Thursday, (May 23). Click on the headlines to read more: Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 6: Voting underway across 58 seats as bigwigs wrest for power The voting for the sixth of India's seven-phase elections began on May 25 across 58 constituencies of Lok Sabha, the lower house of Indian parliament directly elected by the people. By the end of May 25, the voting will be completed in 486 of the 543 Lok Sabha seats. Israel unlikely to halt Rafah invasion after ICJ ruling as Netanyahu opts to remain silent Israel War Cabinet's member Benny Gantz hinted that the military of the country is not likely to change its course in the Rafah invasion even after the top UN court on Friday (May 24) gave the order to halt the widening offensive. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) ordered Israel to immediately stop the ongoing military offensive in Rafah, which is located in southern Gaza. However, it did not order a complete ceasefire. Three missionaries, including daughter of Missouri politician, killed in Haiti gang attack Three missionaries, including the daughter of Missouri state representative Ben Baker and her husband, were killed in an attack by gangs in the Haitian capital city of Port-au-Prince on Thursday (May 23) evening. The American couple - Davy and Natalie Lloyd and the director of an Oklahoma-based missionary group 45-year-old Jude Montis were the victims of the gang attack. Oscar-nominated filmmaker Morgan Spurlock, who ate McDonald's for a month, dies at 53 Morgan Spurlock, an Oscar-nominated documentary filmmaker, who ate McDonald's for a month to illustrate the dangers of a fast food diet, has died at the age of 53, American media reported on Friday (May 24). Spurlock's most famous works skewered the United States' (US) food industry. Watch | Heatwaves scorch North India, IMD issues red alert ×

Morning brief: India votes in Phase 6 of Lok Sabha polls; Gaza war updates, and more

Israel, which recently said it was ready for new truce talks in the ongoing Gaza conflict with terrorist organisation Hamas, launched fresh deadly strikes in the Palestinian territory on Thursday (May 23).

Israel, which recently said it was ready for new truce talks in the ongoing Gaza conflict with terrorist organisation Hamas, launched fresh deadly strikes in the Palestinian territory on Thursday (May 23). Two pre-dawn air strikes had killed 26 people, including 15 children, in Gaza City. Fierce fighting was also seen in Jabalia and Rafah between the Israeli military and Hamas militants. While Iran released the first report on the helicopter crash that killed President Ebrahim Raisi. The report said that the helicopter throughout its journey flew on its predetermined course and did not deviate from the flight route. The report also said that there were no suspicious issues in the conversations between the flight crew and the watchtower. In other news from around the world, South Korea and Japan on Friday announced a series of sanctions on people, organisations, and vessels related to Russia's alleged procurement of weapons from North Korea. Click on the headlines to read more: Israel launches fresh strikes on Gaza while saying it's ready for new truce talks Israel on Thursday (May 23) launched fresh deadly strikes on the Gaza Strip while saying it was ready for new truce talks in war against terrorist organisation Hamas. Citing the Gaza Strip's civil defence agency, the news agency AFP reported two pre-dawn air strikes had killed 26 people, including 15 children, in Gaza City. Iran releases first report on President Raisi's death, reveals pilot 'contacted...' The first investigative report on the fatal helicopter crash which led to the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and the officials who had accompanied him was released by the General Staff of Iran's Armed Forces. Alleged Russia-North Korea arms trade: South Korea, Japan impose sanctions South Korea and Japan on Friday (May 24) announced a series of sanctions on people, organisations, and vessels related to Russia's alleged procurement of weapons from North Korea. The sanctions came as South Korea and the United States (US) accused North Korea of transferring weapons to Russia for use in its war against Ukraine. Modi says he would have taken Kartarpur Sahib from Pakistan if he was PM in 1971 In his first election rally in northern India's Punjab state, Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the past spectre of 1971 war with Pakistan and added that had he been the prime minister, he would have taken Kartarpur Sahib in return for the release of over 90,000 Pakistani soldiers who surrendered to Indian forces then. Watch | Intense heatwave sweeps across northern India ×

Morning brief: Israel launches fresh strikes on Gaza; Iran releases first report on Raisi's death, and more

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister&nbsp;Amir-Abdollahian died in a helicopter crash in a mountainous northwestern region, according to media reports on Monday (May 20). However, there is no official confirmation on the matter. Earlier, rescue teams located the helicopter&nbsp;but no signs of life had been detected.

India is voting in the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections on Monday. Voting is taking place in 49 constituencies across eight states and Union Territories (UTs).&nbsp;On Sunday, electoral officials were seen queued at polling material distribution centres to prepare for the phase.

In other news from around the world, the Joe Biden-led US administration appealed to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to link the ongoing war in the Gaza Strip with&nbsp;"political strategy" of the Palestinian territory.&nbsp;

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Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister&nbsp;Hossein Amir-Abdollahian are reported to be dead in the helicopter crash.&nbsp;Article 131 of the Iranian constitution stipulates that the first vice president assumes the role of acting president in case the Iranian president dies.&nbsp;

 
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Voting is taking place for the&nbsp;fifth phase of the general elections in 49 constituencies in six states and two UTs of India.&nbsp;The fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections will decide the electoral fate of several prominent leaders like former Congress president Rahul Gandhi, Union ministers Rajnath Singh and Smriti Irani

 
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United States President Joe Biden's National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan appealed to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to link the ongoing Gaza war with a "political strategy" for the future of the territory.&nbsp;

 
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Lai Ching-te on Monday (May 20) was sworn in as Taiwan's new president.&nbsp;Thousands of people congregated in front of the&nbsp;Presidential Office Building in Taipei to witness the inauguration ceremony.&nbsp;After taking office, Lai, who is seen as a moderate figure, called on China to 'cease political and military intimidation'.

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Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian died in a helicopter crash in a mountainous northwestern region, according to media reports on Monday (May 20).

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Amir-Abdollahian died in a helicopter crash in a mountainous northwestern region, according to media reports on Monday (May 20). However, there is no official confirmation on the matter. Earlier, rescue teams located the helicopter but no signs of life had been detected. India is voting in the fifth phase of the Lok Sabha elections on Monday. Voting is taking place in 49 constituencies across eight states and Union Territories (UTs). On Sunday, electoral officials were seen queued at polling material distribution centres to prepare for the phase. In other news from around the world, the Joe Biden-led US administration appealed to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to link the ongoing war in the Gaza Strip with "political strategy" of the Palestinian territory. Click on the headlines to read more: Iran president Ebrahim Raisi helicopter crash LIVE updates: Raisi reported dead Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian are reported to be dead in the helicopter crash. Article 131 of the Iranian constitution stipulates that the first vice president assumes the role of acting president in case the Iranian president dies. Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 5 LIVE: Polling begins in 49 constituencies across 8 states, UTs Voting is taking place for the fifth phase of the general elections in 49 constituencies in six states and two UTs of India. The fifth phase of Lok Sabha elections will decide the electoral fate of several prominent leaders like former Congress president Rahul Gandhi, Union ministers Rajnath Singh and Smriti Irani US NSA appeals Netanyahu to link Gaza war with 'political strategy' for enclave's future United States President Joe Biden's National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan appealed to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to link the ongoing Gaza war with a "political strategy" for the future of the territory. Lai Ching-te sworn in as Taiwan's new president, US attends ceremony Lai Ching-te on Monday (May 20) was sworn in as Taiwan's new president. Thousands of people congregated in front of the Presidential Office Building in Taipei to witness the inauguration ceremony. After taking office, Lai, who is seen as a moderate figure, called on China to 'cease political and military intimidation'. Watch | AI-boom leaves mega Indian software stocks in the dust ×

Morning brief: Iranian president Raisi dies in helicopter crash; phase 5 of Lok Sabha polls, & more

The former United States President and presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, on Saturday (May 18) urged gun owners and thousands of members of the National Rifle Association (NRA), to vote in the upcoming presidential elections. In other news,&nbsp;Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office has responded to the ultimatum set by war cabinet minister Benny Gantz.

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The former United States President and presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald&nbsp;Trump, whom the NRA has officially endorsed, took the stage at their annual meeting in the US city of Dallas, Texas, and also vowed to&nbsp;fire the director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, or ATF, on Day One if he wins the presidency again.&nbsp;

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On Saturday (May 18), Gantz demanded that Prime Minister Netanyahu commit to an agreed vision for the Gaza conflict that would include stipulating who might rule the territory after the war with Hamas.

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Ukraine claimed on Saturday (May 18) that Russian shelling targeted civilians in two cities in the northeastern region of Kharkiv. A report by the news agency Reuters said that Ukrainian prosecutors&nbsp;were investigating the Russian air strike on a residential area of the regional capital Kharkiv in which six civilians&nbsp;were wounded, including a 13-year-old girl, 16-year-old male and an eight-year-old&nbsp;as a potential war crime

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Thousands of UK citizens in the coastal city of Brixham, over 200 miles south-west of London, were warned against contaminated water supply in a shocking state of affairs of civic supplies in the country.&nbsp;

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The former United States President and presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, on Saturday (May 18) urged gun owners and thousands of members of the National Rifle Association (NRA), to vote in the upcoming presidential elections.

The former United States President and presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, on Saturday (May 18) urged gun owners and thousands of members of the National Rifle Association (NRA), to vote in the upcoming presidential elections. In other news, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office has responded to the ultimatum set by war cabinet minister Benny Gantz. Click on the headlines to read more: Trump receives endorsement from NRA as he pledges to ‘roll back’ Biden’s gun policies The former United States President and presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump, whom the NRA has officially endorsed, took the stage at their annual meeting in the US city of Dallas, Texas, and also vowed to fire the director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, or ATF, on Day One if he wins the presidency again. Whitewashed words: Netanyahu's office hits back at Gantz's 'ultimatum' On Saturday (May 18), Gantz demanded that Prime Minister Netanyahu commit to an agreed vision for the Gaza conflict that would include stipulating who might rule the territory after the war with Hamas. Ukraine war: Russian shelling targets civilians in two cities in Kharkiv, claims Kyiv Ukraine claimed on Saturday (May 18) that Russian shelling targeted civilians in two cities in the northeastern region of Kharkiv. A report by the news agency Reuters said that Ukrainian prosecutors were investigating the Russian air strike on a residential area of the regional capital Kharkiv in which six civilians were wounded, including a 13-year-old girl, 16-year-old male and an eight-year-old as a potential war crime UK Brixham water crisis: Thousands warned against contaminated supply Thousands of UK citizens in the coastal city of Brixham, over 200 miles south-west of London, were warned against contaminated water supply in a shocking state of affairs of civic supplies in the country. WATCH | Moldova PM Recean invites Indian students and tourists, calls India ‘important player’ globally

Morning news brief: Trump pledges to ‘roll back’ Biden’s gun rules; Netanyahu slams Gantz's ultimatum; & more

Major attacks have happened against international students in the Central Asian nation of&nbsp;Kyrgyzstan and Indian embassy there has advised Indian students to stay indoors.&nbsp;In another world news, Ukrainian President Zelensky has acknowledged that his military needs&nbsp;more men to boost the forces' morale and said Russia was all set to intensify its offensive.&nbsp;Zelensky also repeated pleas for allies to send more air defence and fighter jets. Meanwhile, the Israeli forces recovered three dead bodies of hostages kidnapped by Hamas on October 7 last year. Among the three victims was also Shani Louk, of Israeli and German descent and&nbsp;a tattoo artist.

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The Indian&nbsp;Embassy in the capital city of&nbsp;Bishkek,&nbsp;Kyrgyzstan has asked Indian students to "stay indoors" amid reports of mob violence which is&nbsp;targeting international students.&nbsp;

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr warned on Friday (May 17) that Russia could intensify its offensive in Ukraine, adding his government&nbsp;would only accept a "fair peace" despite the West's calls for a quick solution.

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The Israeli military said on Friday (May 17) that it found the bodies of three Israeli hostages killed by Hamas during its unprecedented attack on October 7 last year.

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The man who attacked Paul Pelosi, husband of the former United States House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi, was sentenced to 30 years in prison by a federal judge, on Friday (May 17).&nbsp;

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Major attacks have happened against international students in the Central Asian nation of Kyrgyzstan and Indian embassy there has advised Indian students to stay indoors.

Major attacks have happened against international students in the Central Asian nation of Kyrgyzstan and Indian embassy there has advised Indian students to stay indoors. In another world news, Ukrainian President Zelensky has acknowledged that his military needs more men to boost the forces' morale and said Russia was all set to intensify its offensive. Zelensky also repeated pleas for allies to send more air defence and fighter jets. Meanwhile, the Israeli forces recovered three dead bodies of hostages kidnapped by Hamas on October 7 last year. Among the three victims was also Shani Louk, of Israeli and German descent and a tattoo artist. Click on the headlines to read more. Mob violence in Kyrgyzstan: Indian students advised to 'stay indoors' amid attacks The Indian Embassy in the capital city of Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan has asked Indian students to "stay indoors" amid reports of mob violence which is targeting international students. Ukraine war: Russia could intensify its offensive, need more men to boost forces' morale, says Zelensky Ukrainian President Volodymyr warned on Friday (May 17) that Russia could intensify its offensive in Ukraine, adding his government would only accept a "fair peace" despite the West's calls for a quick solution. Israel-Hamas war: Israeli hostage Shani Louk's body recovered. Who was she? The Israeli military said on Friday (May 17) that it found the bodies of three Israeli hostages killed by Hamas during its unprecedented attack on October 7 last year. David DePape, man who attacked Nancy Pelosi’s husband sentenced to 30 years in prison The man who attacked Paul Pelosi, husband of the former United States House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi, was sentenced to 30 years in prison by a federal judge, on Friday (May 17). Watch: Storm batters Texas | At least 4 deaths in Houston At least four people were killed in Houston on Thursday as hurricane-force winds and torrential rains ripped through the city, part of a lashing storm system that is causing life-threatening flooding and power disruptions across the South. ×

Morning news brief: International students targeted in Kyrgyzstan; Ukraine war updates, and more

Slovakia Prime Minister Robert Fico is "not in a life-threatening situation at this moment," a day after escaping an assassination attempt.

In other news, Vladimir Putin is on a visit to China. There, the&nbsp;Russian President's counterpart, Xi Jinping, told him that China was&nbsp;ready to build closer ties with Russia.

Meanwhile, in Florida, a new legislation signed by Governor Ron DeSantis is set to erase the mention of "climate change" from the state's law.

Again, in the US, another instance of pro-Palestine protests required police to step in, taking back control of a hall in&nbsp;the University of California, Irvine, from protestors.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/slovak-pm-robert-fico-not-in-life-threatening-situation-dy-pm-gives-update-721901">Slovak PM Robert Fico 'not in life-threatening situation': Dy PM gives update</a>

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Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico escaped a life-threatening situation after surviving an assassination attempt, as per media reports.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-arrives-in-china-in-first-overseas-trip-since-russia-re-elects-him-in-march-721897">Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in China in first overseas trip since being re-elected in March</a>

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In a bid to further strengthen China-Russia&nbsp;ties amid global upheaval, Russian President Vladimir Putin landed in Beijing on Thursday&nbsp;(May 16), in his first overseas visit since his re-election in March that solidified his grip on power. Putin secured a landslide victory in the eighth presidential election held in Russia in March and&nbsp;commenced his fifth term in office.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pro-palestinian-protest-uc-irvine-protests-lead-to-police-action-721923">Pro-Palestinian protest: University Irvine protests lead to police action</a>

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Police took&nbsp;control of a lecture hall building at the University of California, Irvine&nbsp;from pro-Palestinian protesters on Wednesday (May 15).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/climate-change-isnt-real-ron-desantis-erases-mentions-of-climate-change-from-florida-law-721915">'Climate change isn't real': Ron DeSantis erases mentions of climate change from Florida law</a>

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Florida no longer considers Climate Change a priority. Defying "Radical green zealots," Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Wednesday (May 15) signed a new legislation that will see Climate Change disappear from state statutes.

Watch |&nbsp;India's Citizenship (Amendment) Act in action: 14 migrants granted citizenship by MHA

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Slovakia Prime Minister Robert Fico is "not in a life-threatening situation at this moment," a day after escaping an assassination attempt. In other news, Vladimir Putin is on a visit to China.

Slovakia Prime Minister Robert Fico is "not in a life-threatening situation at this moment," a day after escaping an assassination attempt. In other news, Vladimir Putin is on a visit to China. There, the Russian President's counterpart, Xi Jinping, told him that China was ready to build closer ties with Russia. Meanwhile, in Florida, a new legislation signed by Governor Ron DeSantis is set to erase the mention of "climate change" from the state's law. Again, in the US, another instance of pro-Palestine protests required police to step in, taking back control of a hall in the University of California, Irvine, from protestors. Click on the headlines to read more Slovak PM Robert Fico 'not in life-threatening situation': Dy PM gives update Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico escaped a life-threatening situation after surviving an assassination attempt, as per media reports. Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in China in first overseas trip since being re-elected in March In a bid to further strengthen China-Russia ties amid global upheaval, Russian President Vladimir Putin landed in Beijing on Thursday (May 16), in his first overseas visit since his re-election in March that solidified his grip on power. Putin secured a landslide victory in the eighth presidential election held in Russia in March and commenced his fifth term in office. Pro-Palestinian protest: University Irvine protests lead to police action Police took control of a lecture hall building at the University of California, Irvine from pro-Palestinian protesters on Wednesday (May 15). 'Climate change isn't real': Ron DeSantis erases mentions of climate change from Florida law Florida no longer considers Climate Change a priority. Defying "Radical green zealots," Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Wednesday (May 15) signed a new legislation that will see Climate Change disappear from state statutes. Watch | India's Citizenship (Amendment) Act in action: 14 migrants granted citizenship by MHA

Morning news brief: Putin in Russia; Slovak PM no longer in life-threatening condition, and more

Voting for the fourth phase of India Lok Sabha elections is underway across 96 parliamentary constituencies in nine states and one union territory.

US&nbsp;Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned that a full-scale Israeli offensive in Rafah, Gaza, could result in chaos without effectively dismantling Hamas.&nbsp;

In other news, Elon Musk's social media platform X has successfully contested a legal directive from an Australian online watchdog that sought a global ban on videos that show a church stabbing.

Meanwhile, Michael Cohen, once a close legal aide to Donald Trump, will soon take the stand as a primary witness against him in the ongoing hush money trial.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/lok-sabha-elections-2024-phase-4-voting-underway-with-bigwigs-vying-for-wins-720752">Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Phase 4 voting underway with bigwigs vying for wins</a>

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Voting for the fourth of India's seven-phase elections is being held on Monday (May 13) across 96 parliamentary constituencies in nine states and one union territory. Alongside, all 175 constituencies of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly and 28 seats of the Odisha Legislative Assembly are going to polls where chief ministers Jagan Mohan Reddy and Naveen Patnaik are seeking re-election.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gaza-war-israels-rafah-offensive-will-provoke-anarchy-without-eliminating-hamas-says-blinken-720701">Gaza war: Israel's Rafah offensive will provoke 'anarchy' without eliminating Hamas, says Blinken</a>

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The United States (US) Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Sunday (May 12) that an all-out Israeli offensive in the Gaza Strip's Rafah would provoke "anarchy" without eliminating Hamas.&nbsp;"Israel's on the trajectory, potentially, to inherit an insurgency with many armed Hamas left, or if it leaves, a vacuum filled by chaos, filled by anarchy and probably refilled by Hamas," Blinken told CBS News.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/elon-musks-x-wins-legal-battle-over-ban-on-church-stabbing-video-720718">Elon Musk's X wins legal battle over ban on church stabbing video</a>

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Elon Musk-owned X won a legal battle against the Australian online watchdog over imposing a global ban on dozens of videos shared of the church stabbing incident, which have been shared and circulated on the social media platform.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/michael-cohen-key-witness-in-donald-trumps-trial-over-hush-money-720720">Michael Cohen: Key Witness in Donald Trump's trial over hush money</a>

<img alt="main img" src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2023/07/21/368670-new-wion.png?imwidth=400" />Michael Cohen, former President Donald Trump's estranged lawyer, is a key witness for the prosecution in the hush money trial.&nbsp;While his insider knowledge could provide jurors with a crucial perspective on the alleged campaign finance violations, his past legal troubles also raise questions about his credibility.

Watch |&nbsp;Nijjar Killing: Fourth accused arrested in connection with Nijjar killing case

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Voting for the fourth phase of India Lok Sabha elections is underway across 96 parliamentary constituencies in nine states and one union territory. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned that a full-scale Israeli offensive in Rafah, Gaza, could result in chaos without effectively dismantling Hamas.

Voting for the fourth phase of India Lok Sabha elections is underway across 96 parliamentary constituencies in nine states and one union territory. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has warned that a full-scale Israeli offensive in Rafah, Gaza, could result in chaos without effectively dismantling Hamas. In other news, Elon Musk's social media platform X has successfully contested a legal directive from an Australian online watchdog that sought a global ban on videos that show a church stabbing. Meanwhile, Michael Cohen, once a close legal aide to Donald Trump, will soon take the stand as a primary witness against him in the ongoing hush money trial. Click on the headlines to read more Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Phase 4 voting underway with bigwigs vying for wins Voting for the fourth of India's seven-phase elections is being held on Monday (May 13) across 96 parliamentary constituencies in nine states and one union territory. Alongside, all 175 constituencies of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly and 28 seats of the Odisha Legislative Assembly are going to polls where chief ministers Jagan Mohan Reddy and Naveen Patnaik are seeking re-election. Gaza war: Israel's Rafah offensive will provoke 'anarchy' without eliminating Hamas, says Blinken The United States (US) Secretary of State Antony Blinken said on Sunday (May 12) that an all-out Israeli offensive in the Gaza Strip's Rafah would provoke "anarchy" without eliminating Hamas. "Israel's on the trajectory, potentially, to inherit an insurgency with many armed Hamas left, or if it leaves, a vacuum filled by chaos, filled by anarchy and probably refilled by Hamas," Blinken told CBS News. Elon Musk's X wins legal battle over ban on church stabbing video Elon Musk-owned X won a legal battle against the Australian online watchdog over imposing a global ban on dozens of videos shared of the church stabbing incident, which have been shared and circulated on the social media platform. Michael Cohen: Key Witness in Donald Trump's trial over hush money Michael Cohen, former President Donald Trump's estranged lawyer, is a key witness for the prosecution in the hush money trial. While his insider knowledge could provide jurors with a crucial perspective on the alleged campaign finance violations, his past legal troubles also raise questions about his credibility. Watch | Nijjar Killing: Fourth accused arrested in connection with Nijjar killing case

Morning news brief: Fourth phase of India Lok Sabha elections; Donald Trump trial, and more

The hopes of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas in their war in the Gaza Strip are fading. On Saturday (May 11), United States President Joe Biden said that a truce deal would happen as soon as "tomorrow" if Hamas released the hostages it held captive following its October 7, 2023, attack on Israel.

The hopes of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas in their war in the Gaza Strip are fading. On Saturday (May 11), United States President Joe Biden said that a truce deal would happen as soon as "tomorrow" if Hamas released the hostages it held captive following its October 7, 2023, attack on Israel. "Israel said it's up to Hamas, if they wanted to do it, we could end it tomorrow. And the ceasefire would begin tomorrow," Biden said. The Canadian Police on Saturday arrested a fourth person and charged him with the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. The arrested man was identified as Amandeep Singh. Earlier the police had arrested three Indian men in connection with the case. In other news, the world is celebrating Mother's Day on Sunday. Click on the headlines to read more: Biden says Gaza ceasefire possible as soon as 'tomorrow' if Hamas releases hostages United States President Joe Biden on Saturday (May 11) said that a ceasefire in the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas would happen as soon as "tomorrow" if the Palestinian militant group released the hostages it held captive following its Oct 7 assault. Nijjar killing: Canadian police arrest fourth person and charge him with murder of Khalistani terrorist The Canadian Police on Saturday (May 11) arrested a fourth person and charged him with the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. The Integrated Homicide Investigation Team (IHIT) announced Saturday that Amandeep Singh (an Indian) has been charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to murder Nijjar. Meet Anna Jarvis, the Mother's Day 'founder' who fought against its commercialisation The cards have been dispatched, florists are having their time of the year, and you may struggle to find that favourite spot of yours at your favourite restaurant. The second Sunday of May is here, and with that, it's Mother's Day. But do you know that the founder of Mother's Day, Anna Jarvis, fought against its commercialisation and even attempted to have it rescinded. Kidnapping epidemic in Nigeria: Gunmen abduct over 100 during raids on three villages Gunmen raided three villages in northwest Nigeria on Friday (May 10) night, kidnapping more than 100 people, the news agency Reuters reported on Saturday, citing a district official and residents. Alhaji Bala, head of a district in the Birnin-Magaji local government area of Zamfara, told Reuters that gunmen attacked the villages of Gora, Madomawa, and Jambuzu. Watch: China's nuke power in the South China Sea sparks concerns | WION Decodes ×

Morning brief: Gaza war updates; Canada makes fourth arrest in Nijjar killing case; and more

The United States has expressed serious concerns that Israel may have breached international humanitarian laws by using American-supplied weaponry during its operations in Gaza. Meanwhile, Hamas has released new footage purportedly showing an attack on Israeli soldiers stationed in Gaza City and additional bombings in Beersheba.

In the US, Barron Trump, the youngest son of former president Donald Trump, has decided not to participate as a delegate at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee, citing prior commitments.

Finally,&nbsp;Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has suggested that opposition leaders Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray should join forces with his party leaders following the June Lok Sabha election results, rather than "dying by merging" with the Congress.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gaza-war-israels-use-of-us-supplied-weapons-may-have-violated-international-law-says-washington-720237">Gaza war: Israel's use of US-supplied weapons may have violated international law, says Washington</a>

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The&nbsp;United States said on Friday (May 10) that Israel's use of American-supplied weapons may have violated international humanitarian law during its military operation in the Gaza Strip.&nbsp;This&nbsp;was Washington's&nbsp;strongest&nbsp;criticism of Israel since the Israel-Hamas war began in October last year.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-releases-footage-said-to-show-attack-on-israeli-snippers-720252">Hamas releases footage said to show attack on Israeli snippers</a>

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Hamas on Friday (May 10) released footage of what it claimed was an attack targeting&nbsp;Israeli soldiers in a neighbourhood in Gaza City and bombing in Beersheba city.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trumps-youngest-son-barron-passes-on-being-dads-delegate-at-milwaukee-convetion-720247">Donald Trump's youngest son Barron passes on being dad's delegate at Milwaukee convetion</a>

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Barron Trump, the youngest son of former US President Donald Trump, has opted out of his expected political debut at the upcoming Republican Party convention in July. Originally set to join as a delegate for Florida, Barron withdrew on Friday (May 10) citing prior commitments, according to a statement released by his mother, Melania Trump.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/lok-sabha-polls-pm-modi-tells-sharad-pawar-and-uddhav-thackeray-to-join-bjp-led-nda-ncp-sp-leader-responds-720268">Lok Sabha Polls: PM Modi tells Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray to join BJP-led NDA, NCP (SP) leader responds</a>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (May 10) took a swipe at Uddhav Thackeray and Sharad Pawar advising the NCP (SP) leader and Shiv Sena (UBT) chief to join hands with Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde after the results of Lok Sabha polls are released instead of "dying by merging" with the Congress.

Watch |&nbsp;UNGA votes to back Palestinian bid for membership

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The United States has expressed serious concerns that Israel may have breached international humanitarian laws by using American-supplied weaponry during its operations in Gaza.

The United States has expressed serious concerns that Israel may have breached international humanitarian laws by using American-supplied weaponry during its operations in Gaza. Meanwhile, Hamas has released new footage purportedly showing an attack on Israeli soldiers stationed in Gaza City and additional bombings in Beersheba. In the US, Barron Trump, the youngest son of former president Donald Trump, has decided not to participate as a delegate at the Republican Party convention in Milwaukee, citing prior commitments. Finally, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has suggested that opposition leaders Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray should join forces with his party leaders following the June Lok Sabha election results, rather than "dying by merging" with the Congress. Click on the headlines to read more Gaza war: Israel's use of US-supplied weapons may have violated international law, says Washington The United States said on Friday (May 10) that Israel's use of American-supplied weapons may have violated international humanitarian law during its military operation in the Gaza Strip. This was Washington's strongest criticism of Israel since the Israel-Hamas war began in October last year. Hamas releases footage said to show attack on Israeli snippers Hamas on Friday (May 10) released footage of what it claimed was an attack targeting Israeli soldiers in a neighbourhood in Gaza City and bombing in Beersheba city. Donald Trump's youngest son Barron passes on being dad's delegate at Milwaukee convetion Barron Trump, the youngest son of former US President Donald Trump, has opted out of his expected political debut at the upcoming Republican Party convention in July. Originally set to join as a delegate for Florida, Barron withdrew on Friday (May 10) citing prior commitments, according to a statement released by his mother, Melania Trump. Lok Sabha Polls: PM Modi tells Sharad Pawar and Uddhav Thackeray to join BJP-led NDA, NCP (SP) leader responds Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (May 10) took a swipe at Uddhav Thackeray and Sharad Pawar advising the NCP (SP) leader and Shiv Sena (UBT) chief to join hands with Ajit Pawar and Eknath Shinde after the results of Lok Sabha polls are released instead of "dying by merging" with the Congress. Watch | UNGA votes to back Palestinian bid for membership

Morning news brief: Israel's alleged international law violation; Barron Trump won't join politics and more

Iran on Thursday (May 9) released five Indian sailors on board an Israeli-linked vessel which Tehran had seized on April 13. The ship, MSC Aries, was seized by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps near the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran on Thursday (May 9) released five Indian sailors on board an Israeli-linked vessel which Tehran had seized on April 13. The ship, MSC Aries, was seized by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps near the Strait of Hormuz. The crew (onboard the ship) included 17 Indians. One of the members safely returned to India and the other five would be back home soon. The Indian foreign ministry said that the remaining crew would be released once their contractual obligations were accomplished. Israel on Thursday bombarded areas of the Gaza Strip's Rafah. This development came as United States (US) President Joe Biden issued his starkest warning yet against a full ground invasion of Rafah. In other news from around the world, police fatally shot a US Air Force airman outside his home in Florida. Senior Airman Roger Fortson was shot dead on May 3. The body camera footage from a deputy sheriff who shot the airman was publicly released by the police. Click on the headlines to read more: Iran releases 5 Indian sailors from seized ship Five Indian sailors on board an Israeli-linked vessel which was seized by Tehran were released on Thursday (May 9) and have departed from Iran, said the Indian embassy in Iran. While sharing the details of their release, the Indian Embassy thanked the Iranian authorities for their coordination with the Embassy and Indian Consulate in Bandar Abbas. Despite Biden's warning, Israel continues its invasion of Rafah, kills over 15 in airstrikes Just a day after US President Joe Biden issued his starkest warning yet against a full ground invasion in Rafah, Israel on Thursday (May 9) bombarded areas of the populous city. This comes as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed Biden's threat to withhold weapons from his country if it assaults the Southern Gaza City. US Airman fatally shot by police in Florida The body camera footage from a deputy sheriff who fatally shot a US Air Force member at his home has been publically released by the Florida police. Twenty-three-year-old Senior Airman Roger Fortson was taken to a hospital where he died, according to the officials. Human trial of Elon Musk's Neuralink hits snag as brain chip begins to detach Elon Musk's Neuralink has faced a significant challenge with its first attempt to implant a chip in the human brain. On Wednesday (May 8) the company revealed that its device had started detaching from the patient's brain. Watch | Human trial of Elon Musk's Neuralink hits snag as brain chip begins to detach ×

Morning brief: Iran releases 5 Indian sailors from Israeli-linked ship it seized; Gaza war updates; and more

Nicaragua has terminated a contentious project, initially supported by China, to construct a canal connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

In other news, US President Joe Biden has expressed concerns that former US president Donald Trump may not accept the outcome of the upcoming November elections if defeated.

In Brazil, catastrophic floods have led to the destruction of nearly 100,000 homes and a death toll surpassing 100. Finally, India's flag carrier airline,&nbsp;Air India Express, has fired 25 cabin crew members following what the airline describes as&nbsp;a 'pre-meditated' mass sick leave that led to significant flight cancellations.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/setback-for-xis-china-as-nicaragua-drops-plan-to-build-atlantic-pacific-canal-719522">Setback for Xi's China as Nicaragua drops plan to build Atlantic-Pacific canal</a>

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In a major setback to Chinese leader Xi Jinping's objective to expand Beijing's pervasive footprint in Latin America, Nicaragua has cancelled a controversial plan to build a canal linking the Atlantic and the Pacific nearly a decade after it first broke ground.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/this-is-trump-biden-warns-trump-wont-accept-election-results-if-he-loses-again-719520">'This is Trump': Biden warns Trump once again won't accept results if he loses November elections</a>

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Donald Trump will once again refuse to accept the results if he loses the November elections, warned US President Joe Biden on Wednesday (May 8).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-floods-destroy-nearly-100000-homes-death-toll-surpasses-100-719510">Brazil floods destroy nearly 100,000 homes, death toll surpasses 100</a>

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Nearly 100,000 homes have been destroyed, while over 100 people are reported dead in the devastating flooding in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul in the country's South. More than a week of record-breaking rainfall has taken a toll on lives and lifelines in this part of Brazil, with authorities scrambling to rescue affected individuals.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/air-india-express-sacks-crew-members-over-mass-sick-leave-calls-it-pre-meditated-719547">Air India Express sacks crew members over 'mass sick leave', calls it 'pre-meditated'</a>

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Air India Express fired nearly 25 cabin crew a day&nbsp;after around 300 employees went on&nbsp;'mass sick leave' and switched off&nbsp;their phones, causing&nbsp;large-scale flight disruptions.&nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;Israel war: Biden threatens Israel over Rafah invasion, 'won't send weapons if Rafah is invaded'

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Nicaragua has terminated a contentious project, initially supported by China, to construct a canal connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. In other news, US President Joe Biden has expressed concerns that former US president Donald Trump may not accept the outcome of the upcoming November elections if defeated.

Nicaragua has terminated a contentious project, initially supported by China, to construct a canal connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. In other news, US President Joe Biden has expressed concerns that former US president Donald Trump may not accept the outcome of the upcoming November elections if defeated. In Brazil, catastrophic floods have led to the destruction of nearly 100,000 homes and a death toll surpassing 100. Finally, India's flag carrier airline, Air India Express, has fired 25 cabin crew members following what the airline describes as a 'pre-meditated' mass sick leave that led to significant flight cancellations. Click on the headlines to read more Setback for Xi's China as Nicaragua drops plan to build Atlantic-Pacific canal In a major setback to Chinese leader Xi Jinping's objective to expand Beijing's pervasive footprint in Latin America, Nicaragua has cancelled a controversial plan to build a canal linking the Atlantic and the Pacific nearly a decade after it first broke ground. 'This is Trump': Biden warns Trump once again won't accept results if he loses November elections Donald Trump will once again refuse to accept the results if he loses the November elections, warned US President Joe Biden on Wednesday (May 8). Brazil floods destroy nearly 100,000 homes, death toll surpasses 100 Nearly 100,000 homes have been destroyed, while over 100 people are reported dead in the devastating flooding in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul in the country's South. More than a week of record-breaking rainfall has taken a toll on lives and lifelines in this part of Brazil, with authorities scrambling to rescue affected individuals. Air India Express sacks crew members over 'mass sick leave', calls it 'pre-meditated' Air India Express fired nearly 25 cabin crew a day after around 300 employees went on 'mass sick leave' and switched off their phones, causing large-scale flight disruptions. Watch | Israel war: Biden threatens Israel over Rafah invasion, 'won't send weapons if Rafah is invaded'

Morning news brief: Nicaragua cancels Atlantic-Pacific canal; Biden's warning about Trump; and more

The delivery of bombs to Israel from the United States has been suspended over worries of a potential large-scale assault on Rafah, a city in southern Gaza. Meanwhile, Donald Trump, who is currently embroiled in a legal battle involving hush money paid to porn star Stormy Daniels, threw disgusting looks as&nbsp;Daniels shared racy details of her sexual encounter with the jury on Tuesday (May 7).

Moreover, AstraZeneca, a pharmaceutical giant headquartered in the UK, has globally recalled its COVID-19 vaccine, known in India as Covishield, following revelations in court filings about its potential to induce a rare and hazardous side effect.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-halts-bomb-shipment-to-israel-to-signal-concerns-over-rafah-invasion-719158">US halts bomb shipment to Israel to signal concerns over Rafah invasion</a>

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The United States halted the delivery of bombs to Israel due to concerns that they were planning to launch a full-scale attack on the southern Gaza city of Rafah.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-classified-documents-case-delayed-indefinitely-experts-warn-of-unprecedented-situation-719143">Donald Trump classified documents case delayed indefinitely, experts warn of 'unprecedented' situation</a>

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Donald Trump is currently facing a jury in his contentious hush money trial involving porn star Stormy Daniels, but his time in court for illegally keeping classified documents after leaving office stands 'indefinitely' delayed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/astrazeneca-withdraws-its-covid-vaccine-citing-commercial-reasons-719140">AstraZeneca withdraws its Covid vaccine citing commercial reasons</a>

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UK-based pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine, that was sold in India as Covishield, has been withdrawn worldwide days after it acknowledged in court documents that its vaccine can cause a rare and dangerous side effect.

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Baltimore officials announced on Tuesday (May 7) that recovery efforts following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in March are complete after the body of the final missing construction worker was found.

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The delivery of bombs to Israel from the United States has been suspended over worries of a potential large-scale assault on Rafah, a city in southern Gaza. Meanwhile, Donald Trump, who is currently embroiled in a legal battle involving hush money paid to porn star Stormy Daniels, threw disgusting looks as Daniels shared racy details of her sexual encounter with the jury on Tuesday (May 7).

The delivery of bombs to Israel from the United States has been suspended over worries of a potential large-scale assault on Rafah, a city in southern Gaza. Meanwhile, Donald Trump, who is currently embroiled in a legal battle involving hush money paid to porn star Stormy Daniels, threw disgusting looks as Daniels shared racy details of her sexual encounter with the jury on Tuesday (May 7). Moreover, AstraZeneca, a pharmaceutical giant headquartered in the UK, has globally recalled its COVID-19 vaccine, known in India as Covishield, following revelations in court filings about its potential to induce a rare and hazardous side effect. US halts bomb shipment to Israel to signal concerns over Rafah invasion The United States halted the delivery of bombs to Israel due to concerns that they were planning to launch a full-scale attack on the southern Gaza city of Rafah. Donald Trump classified documents case delayed indefinitely, experts warn of 'unprecedented' situation Donald Trump is currently facing a jury in his contentious hush money trial involving porn star Stormy Daniels, but his time in court for illegally keeping classified documents after leaving office stands 'indefinitely' delayed. AstraZeneca withdraws its Covid vaccine citing commercial reasons UK-based pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca's COVID-19 vaccine, that was sold in India as Covishield, has been withdrawn worldwide days after it acknowledged in court documents that its vaccine can cause a rare and dangerous side effect. Baltimore bridge collapse: Body of last missing worker recovered Baltimore officials announced on Tuesday (May 7) that recovery efforts following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in March are complete after the body of the final missing construction worker was found. Watch | Israel-Hamas war: US campus protests goes global, calls grow in campuses for Gaza ceasefire ×

Morning news brief: US halts bomb shipment to Israel; Trump's classified documents case; & more

India on Tuesday (May 7) began voting in the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections. A total of 93 constituencies across 11 states and Union Territories (UT) are witnessing elections.

India on Tuesday (May 7) began voting in the third phase of the Lok Sabha elections. A total of 93 constituencies across 11 states and Union Territories (UT) are witnessing elections. The war between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip rages on with the Israeli army carrying out "targeted strikes" against Hamas militants in eastern Rafah after appealing to civilians to evacuate. In other news from around the world, the US and most European Union nations are boycotting the Kremlin ceremony to swear in Vladimir Putin for a new six-year term as president. Click on the headlines to read Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Phase 3: India in middle of its poll summer as voting begins across 93 seats India is almost exactly in the middle of its seven-phase general election. With the completion of phase-3 voting by the end of Tuesday (May 7) in which 93 constituencies across 11 states and Union Territories are going to polls, a total of 283 of 543 Lok Sabha seats would have completed polling. Israel conducts 'targeted strikes' in Gaza as ceasefire deal remains uncertain The Israeli army carried out "targeted strikes" against Hamas militants in eastern Rafah after appealing to civilians to evacuate. Thousands of people moved to what Israel termed as the "humanitarian area" to the north of Rafah. US and majority of EU nations to skip Putin's inauguration ceremony The US and most European Union nations are boycotting the Kremlin ceremony to swear in Vladimir Putin for a new six-year term as president on Tuesday (May 7). However, some other EU states and France were expected to send an envoy despite a plea by Kyiv. From countdown to letdown: Sunita Williams' third trip to space delayed as Starliner launch is scrubbed Just two hours before blast off, the long-awaited test flight of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft was called off over a technical glitch with the Atlas V rocket. The launch has been postponed for at least 24 hours because of an issue with the Atlas V rocket that was being readied to launch the new astronaut capsule into orbit on Monday (May 6) night. Watch | India, Ghana agree to operationalise UPI link within 6 months ×

Morning brief: India votes in phase 3 of Lok Sabha polls; Gaza war updates, and more

Sixteen people were killed in Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip's Rafah city, the news agency AFP reported early Monday (May 6), citing medics and first responders. In other news, multiple emails containing disturbing bomb threats were sent to more than two dozen Jewish institutions and synagogues in New York City on Saturday (May 4), as per the New York City Police Department. &nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-16-killed-in-israeli-air-strike-in-gazas-rafah-718286">Gaza war: 16 killed in Israeli airstrikes in Rafah after Hamas killed 3 IDF soldiers 
 
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Sixteen people were killed in Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip's Rafah city, early Monday (May 6). "The toll of martyrs in Rafah reached 16," emergency first responders told AFP, adding that seven people from one family and nine from another family were killed.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/dozens-of-jewish-sites-receive-disturbing-bomb-threat-emails-in-nyc-report-718304">Dozens of Jewish sites receive disturbing bomb threat emails in NYC: Report 
 
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Multiple emails containing disturbing bomb threats were sent to more than two dozen Jewish institutions and synagogues in New York City. However, the&nbsp;NYPD&nbsp;found the threats to be 'fake'.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/parents-of-1-american-2-australian-surfers-presumed-killed-in-mexico-will-try-to-identify-dead-bodies-718289">Bodies found in well in Mexico confirmed to be of missing American, Australian surfers 
 
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Mexican authorities confirmed on Sunday (May 5) that the families of one American and two Australian surfers who went missing in Baja California on April 26 have identified their bodies, the news agency Reuters reported.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-after-floods-in-southern-brazil-rises-to-78-more-than-115000-displaced-718303">Death toll after floods in southern Brazil rises to 78, more than 115,000 displaced 
 
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The death toll after heavy rains which led to floods in southern Brazil rose to at least 78, said local authorities on Sunday (May 5), as they scrambled to rescue people from what is being called the region’s largest-ever climate catastrophe.

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Latin America's transit powerhouse Panama elected Jose Raul Mulino as its new president. Deemed an investor favourite candidate, Mulino rose to the favour of voters by pledging to revive the economy, crack down on drug cartels and shut down&nbsp;illegal migration routes to the United States.&nbsp;

WATCH |&nbsp;Israel war: CIA Chief leaves for emergency meeting with Qatari PM, say reports

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Sixteen people were killed in Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip's Rafah city, the news agency AFP reported early Monday (May 6), citing medics and first responders.

Sixteen people were killed in Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip's Rafah city, the news agency AFP reported early Monday (May 6), citing medics and first responders. In other news, multiple emails containing disturbing bomb threats were sent to more than two dozen Jewish institutions and synagogues in New York City on Saturday (May 4), as per the New York City Police Department. Click on the headlines to read more: Gaza war: 16 killed in Israeli airstrikes in Rafah after Hamas killed 3 IDF soldiers Sixteen people were killed in Israeli airstrikes in the Gaza Strip's Rafah city, early Monday (May 6). "The toll of martyrs in Rafah reached 16," emergency first responders told AFP, adding that seven people from one family and nine from another family were killed. Dozens of Jewish sites receive disturbing bomb threat emails in NYC: Report Multiple emails containing disturbing bomb threats were sent to more than two dozen Jewish institutions and synagogues in New York City. However, the NYPD found the threats to be 'fake'. Bodies found in well in Mexico confirmed to be of missing American, Australian surfers Mexican authorities confirmed on Sunday (May 5) that the families of one American and two Australian surfers who went missing in Baja California on April 26 have identified their bodies, the news agency Reuters reported. Death toll after floods in southern Brazil rises to 78, more than 115,000 displaced The death toll after heavy rains which led to floods in southern Brazil rose to at least 78, said local authorities on Sunday (May 5), as they scrambled to rescue people from what is being called the region’s largest-ever climate catastrophe. Panama elects new president on pro-investor, migrant trail shutdown plank Latin America's transit powerhouse Panama elected Jose Raul Mulino as its new president. Deemed an investor favourite candidate, Mulino rose to the favour of voters by pledging to revive the economy, crack down on drug cartels and shut down illegal migration routes to the United States. WATCH | Israel war: CIA Chief leaves for emergency meeting with Qatari PM, say reports

Morning news brief: 16 killed in Israeli airstrikes in Rafah; Jewish sites in NYC receive bomb threats; & more

Australian police fatally shot a teen who earlier stabbed a person in Perth.&nbsp;According to the police, the teen rushed at the police&nbsp;who&nbsp;responded by shooting him twice with Tasers before firing a single fatal shot. Menwhile, a BBC report has claimed that Russian military is hiring Cuban nationals and deploying them in occupied areas of Ukraine.&nbsp;Russia’s&nbsp;lucrative army contracts&nbsp;are what is forcing&nbsp;nationals of the low-income country to join the army, for which they get about $2,000 a month.&nbsp;A convoy of the Indian Air Force was attacked by terrorists in the Surankote area of Poonch district on Saturday evening, in which at least one Air Force soldier lost his life.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australian-police-kill-radicalised-teen-who-stabbed-a-man-in-perth-718106">Australian police kill radicalised teen who stabbed a man in Perth</a>

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Police in Western Australia killed a radicalised 16-year-old boy who stabbed a man in a car park in Perth, the news agency AFP reported on Sunday (May 5)&nbsp;citing&nbsp;authorities.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-war-russian-army-recruiting-hundreds-of-cubans-several-deployed-in-occupied-areas-report-718085">Ukraine war: Russian army recruiting hundreds of Cubans, several deployed in occupied areas: Report</a>

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Hundreds of Cubans have been hired by the Russian military to fight in its war against Ukraine, a BBC report has claimed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-not-accept-truce-deal-that-doesnt-completely-end-gaza-war-hamas-718078">Will not accept truce deal that doesn't completely end Gaza war: Hamas</a>

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Hamas said late Saturday (May 4) that it would not accept a truce deal that did not&nbsp;completely end the war in the Gaza Strip.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-terror-attack-on-iafs-convoy-in-poonch-three-soldiers-injured-718039">J&amp;K convoy terror attack: 1 Air Force soldier killed, 5 injured; cordon and search ops underway</a>

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One soldier of the Indian Air Force was killed, and five were injured in a terror attack in the Poonch district of the Jammu region on Saturday.

Watch:&nbsp;Israel-war: Pro-Palestinian protestors clash with police

Twenty-five people were arrested on Saturday for trespassing at the University of Virginia after police clashed with pro-Palestinian protesters who refused to remove tents from campus, while demonstrators at the University of Michigan chanted anti-war slogans and waved flags during commencement. Watch to know more.

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Australian police fatally shot a teen who earlier stabbed a person in Perth. According to the police, the teen rushed at the police who responded by shooting him twice with Tasers before firing a single fatal shot.

Australian police fatally shot a teen who earlier stabbed a person in Perth. According to the police, the teen rushed at the police who responded by shooting him twice with Tasers before firing a single fatal shot. Menwhile, a BBC report has claimed that Russian military is hiring Cuban nationals and deploying them in occupied areas of Ukraine. Russia’s lucrative army contracts are what is forcing nationals of the low-income country to join the army, for which they get about $2,000 a month. A convoy of the Indian Air Force was attacked by terrorists in the Surankote area of Poonch district on Saturday evening, in which at least one Air Force soldier lost his life. Click on the headlines to read more. Australian police kill radicalised teen who stabbed a man in Perth Police in Western Australia killed a radicalised 16-year-old boy who stabbed a man in a car park in Perth, the news agency AFP reported on Sunday (May 5) citing authorities. Ukraine war: Russian army recruiting hundreds of Cubans, several deployed in occupied areas: Report Hundreds of Cubans have been hired by the Russian military to fight in its war against Ukraine, a BBC report has claimed. Will not accept truce deal that doesn't completely end Gaza war: Hamas Hamas said late Saturday (May 4) that it would not accept a truce deal that did not completely end the war in the Gaza Strip. J&K convoy terror attack: 1 Air Force soldier killed, 5 injured; cordon and search ops underway One soldier of the Indian Air Force was killed, and five were injured in a terror attack in the Poonch district of the Jammu region on Saturday. Watch: Israel-war: Pro-Palestinian protestors clash with police Twenty-five people were arrested on Saturday for trespassing at the University of Virginia after police clashed with pro-Palestinian protesters who refused to remove tents from campus, while demonstrators at the University of Michigan chanted anti-war slogans and waved flags during commencement. Watch to know more. ×

Morning brief: Australian police shoot dead radicalised teen in Perth; Russian military hiring Cubans, & more

A delegation of the Palestinian militant group Hamas will be in Cairo on Saturday (May 4) for Gaza ceasefire talks. Foreign mediators have been waiting for a response from the group to halt the fighting for 40 days and exchange hostages for Palestinian prisoners.

A delegation of the Palestinian militant group Hamas will be in Cairo on Saturday (May 4) for Gaza ceasefire talks. Foreign mediators have been waiting for a response from the group to halt the fighting for 40 days and exchange hostages for Palestinian prisoners. On Friday, Hamas said in a statement, "We emphasise the positive spirit with which the Hamas leadership dealt with the ceasefire proposal it recently received, and we are going to Cairo in the same spirit to reach an agreement." Three Indian nationals have been arrested by Canadian authorities for their alleged involvement in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Nijjar, 45, was shot dead last June by masked gunmen in a busy car park in a Vancouver suburb. In other news from around the world, Chinese President Xi Jinping is set to visit Europe next week for the first time in five years. Xi will be visiting France, Hungary, and Serbia during his tour. Click on the headlines to read more: Gaza war: Hamas delegation to travel to Cairo today for ceasefire talks Palestinian militant group Hamas said on Friday (May 3) that its delegation would travel to Cairo on Saturday to resume Gaza ceasefire talks with Israel. In a statement, Hamas said, "We emphasise the positive spirit with which the Hamas leadership dealt with the ceasefire proposal it recently received, and we are going to Cairo in the same spirit to reach an agreement." Three Indian nationals arrested allegedly in killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar Three Indian nationals have been arrested by the Canadian police on Friday (May 4) in relation to the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada. Nijjar, 45, was shot dead last June by masked gunmen in a busy car park in a Vancouver suburb. Xi Jinping to visit France, Hungary, and Serbia as EU trade tariff dispute heats up China’s president, Xi Jinping, is set to visit Europe next week for the first time in five years. Xi will be visiting France, Hungary and Serbia during his tour. The visit comes as China seeks to prevent a trade war with the EU, amid growing skepticism in the bloc following numerous espionage incidents and China's continued support for Russia during the war in Ukraine. Pro-Palestine protests: Graduation ceremonies at US universities may see walkouts Universities across US are preparing for possible disruptions at graduation ceremonies. Four universities rocked by pro-Palestinian protests will hold graduations this weekend. Watch: Flights to Dubai disrupted as heavy rains return to UAE ×

Morning brief: Hamas delegation in Cairo today for Gaza ceasefire talks, and more

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