A gunman killed at least four&nbsp;people on a hospital campus in Tusla Oklahoma on Wednesday, according to police. The shootout has taken place as Americans are still grappling with one that took place in a school in Texas. In other news, jury has given a split verdict in Johnny Depp-Amber Heard defamation case

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fresh-shootout-in-us-gunman-kills-at-least-three-in-oklahoma-484284">Fresh shootout in US, gunman kills at least four in Oklahoma medical centre</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/02/267187-tulsa-shootout.jpg" />White House said in a statement that US President Joe Biden had been briefed about the Tulsa shooting. The statement said that the administration has offered support to local officials.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/new-chapter-has-begun-says-johnny-depp-after-winning-case-against-amber-heard-484275" hreflang="en">'New chapter has begun', says Johnny Depp after winning case against Amber Heard</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/05/16/262701-depp-ambber-heard.jpg" />Actor Johnny Depp took to Facebook to post a statement after the court in Virginia found that his ex-wife and actor Amber Heard had indeed defamed him. The verdict followed a six-week much publicised and closely watched case in which both had sued each other.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-advances-on-severodonetsk-forces-fight-on-streets-484280" hreflang="en">Russia advances on Severodonetsk, troops fight in streets</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/02/267186-severodonetsk.jpg" />Russian troops on Wednesday made progress towards gaining control of Severodonetsk, a major city in Ukraine's Luhansk province. Luhansk governor Sergiy Gaiday said that Russians had taken control of 70 per cent of the city and Ukrainian forces are withdrawing to prepared positions.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-says-us-sending-rocket-systems-to-ukraine-will-increase-risk-of-direct-confrontation-484296">Russia says US sending rocket systems to Ukraine will increase risk of direct confrontation</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/02/267204-segei.jpg" />Slamming the US for its decision to send rocket systems and other sophisticated weapons to Ukraine, Russia has warned that it could widen the conflict and increase the risk of direct confrontation with Washington.

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A gunman killed at least four people on a hospital campus in Tusla Oklahoma on Wednesday, according to police. The shootout has taken place as Americans are still grappling with one that took place in a school in Texas.

A gunman killed at least four people on a hospital campus in Tusla Oklahoma on Wednesday, according to police. The shootout has taken place as Americans are still grappling with one that took place in a school in Texas. In other news, jury has given a split verdict in Johnny Depp-Amber Heard defamation case Click on headlines to read more: Fresh shootout in US, gunman kills at least four in Oklahoma medical centre White House said in a statement that US President Joe Biden had been briefed about the Tulsa shooting. The statement said that the administration has offered support to local officials. 'New chapter has begun', says Johnny Depp after winning case against Amber Heard Actor Johnny Depp took to Facebook to post a statement after the court in Virginia found that his ex-wife and actor Amber Heard had indeed defamed him. The verdict followed a six-week much publicised and closely watched case in which both had sued each other. Russia advances on Severodonetsk, troops fight in streets Russian troops on Wednesday made progress towards gaining control of Severodonetsk, a major city in Ukraine's Luhansk province. Luhansk governor Sergiy Gaiday said that Russians had taken control of 70 per cent of the city and Ukrainian forces are withdrawing to prepared positions. Russia says US sending rocket systems to Ukraine will increase risk of direct confrontation Slamming the US for its decision to send rocket systems and other sophisticated weapons to Ukraine, Russia has warned that it could widen the conflict and increase the risk of direct confrontation with Washington. Watch | Oklahoma Hospital Shooting: Four dead and multiple injured, suspected gunman also killed

Morning news brief: Another shootout in US, Depp jubilant after winning against Amber Heard and more

US President Joe Biden said on Tuesday that US will provide more advanced rocket systems to Ukraine to strike "key targets" of Russian forces invading the country. He made the confirmation in an opinion piece in the New York Times on Tuesday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-provide-more-advanced-rocket-systems-to-ukraine-says-biden-483962">US to provide more advanced rocket systems to Ukraine, says Biden</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/05/04/259598-2022-05-02t192824z1lynxnpei410p6rtroptp4usa-biden.JPG" />AFP reported quoting a US official that Himar multiple rocket systems will be provided to Ukraine. This, said the news agency,&nbsp;as ended days of speculation over the latest upgrade of military aid to Kyiv in its fight against Russia.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/video-kks-last-performance-before-his-untimely-death-leaves-us-in-tears-483946">Video: KK's last performance before his untimely death leaves us in tears</a>

<img alt="Bollywood - Singer KK no more, dies of a heart attack: Report - Telegraph India" src="https://assets.telegraphindia.com/telegraph/2022/May/1654020257_new-project-2022-05-31t233359-673.jpg" />The singer was in the city for a performance at a function in&nbsp;Nazrul Manch organised by Gurudas College. It is being reported that KK was feeling uneasy while he was performing. After returning to his hotel, the singer complained of uneasiness following which he was rushed to a hospital, where the doctors declared him brought dead.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-military-says-it-conducted-readiness-patrol-around-island-of-taiwan-483970" hreflang="en">Chinese military says it conducted readiness patrol around island of Taiwan</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/05/09/260800-air-craft.jpg" />The Chinese military claimed on Wednesday that it had undertaken a battle readiness patrol in recent days in the sea and airspace surrounding Taiwan, which China claims as its own territory.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/death-toll-in-brazilian-floods-rises-to-106-10-still-missing-483971" hreflang="en">Death toll in Brazilian floods rises to 106, 10 still missing</a>

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US President Joe Biden said on Tuesday that US will provide more advanced rocket systems to Ukraine to strike "key targets" of Russian forces invading the country.

US President Joe Biden said on Tuesday that US will provide more advanced rocket systems to Ukraine to strike "key targets" of Russian forces invading the country. He made the confirmation in an opinion piece in the New York Times on Tuesday. Click on headlines to read more: US to provide more advanced rocket systems to Ukraine, says Biden AFP reported quoting a US official that Himar multiple rocket systems will be provided to Ukraine. This, said the news agency, as ended days of speculation over the latest upgrade of military aid to Kyiv in its fight against Russia. Video: KK's last performance before his untimely death leaves us in tears The singer was in the city for a performance at a function in Nazrul Manch organised by Gurudas College. It is being reported that KK was feeling uneasy while he was performing. After returning to his hotel, the singer complained of uneasiness following which he was rushed to a hospital, where the doctors declared him brought dead. Chinese military says it conducted readiness patrol around island of Taiwan The Chinese military claimed on Wednesday that it had undertaken a battle readiness patrol in recent days in the sea and airspace surrounding Taiwan, which China claims as its own territory. Death toll in Brazilian floods rises to 106, 10 still missing At least 106 people have died and 10 are still missing in Brazil, the government said on Tuesday, as heavy rains tore through urban towns in the northeastern part of the country for a sixth consecutive day. Watch | Report: Israel warns 100 of its citizens to leave Turkey over threat from Iran

Morning news brief: US to send more weapons to Ukraine, KK's last performance and more

In order to reprimand Russia over the Ukraine war, European Union (EU) leaders have finally decided to cut 90 per cent&nbsp;of oil imports from Moscow.&nbsp;Within a week of the Texas school shooting that shook America, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced&nbsp;a proposed freeze on handgun ownership.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-eu-bans-imports-of-russian-oil-prices-jump-in-early-asian-trade-483668" hreflang="en">After EU bans Russian oil imports, prices jump in early Asian trade</a>

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The ban will be implemented by the end of the year. But the move seems to have triggered a spike in the prices of the commodity. The price of oil witnessed a hike in early Asian trade on Tuesday, media reports said.&nbsp;

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Trudeau's bill will have to be passed by the parliament. Ruling Liberals are currently holding minority of seats.&nbsp;

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Bringing torrential rains and the threat of flooding as the first named storm in the eastern Pacific this year, Hurricane Agatha plowed into beach resorts on Mexico's southern Pacific coast.

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In order to reprimand Russia over the Ukraine war, European Union (EU) leaders have finally decided to cut 90 per cent of oil imports from Moscow. Within a week of the Texas school shooting that shook America, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced a proposed freeze on handgun ownership.

In order to reprimand Russia over the Ukraine war, European Union (EU) leaders have finally decided to cut 90 per cent of oil imports from Moscow. Within a week of the Texas school shooting that shook America, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced a proposed freeze on handgun ownership. Click on headlines to read more: After EU bans Russian oil imports, prices jump in early Asian trade The ban will be implemented by the end of the year. But the move seems to have triggered a spike in the prices of the commodity. The price of oil witnessed a hike in early Asian trade on Tuesday, media reports said. Canada: Within week of Texas shootout, Justin Trudeau proposes handgun freeze Trudeau's bill will have to be passed by the parliament. Ruling Liberals are currently holding minority of seats. Hurricane Agatha: Pacific season’s first hurricane makes landfall in Mexico Bringing torrential rains and the threat of flooding as the first named storm in the eastern Pacific this year, Hurricane Agatha plowed into beach resorts on Mexico's southern Pacific coast. Watch | US President Joe Biden says 'won't send rockets that could reach Russia' Watch | Nepal Plane Crash: 21 out of 22 bodies recovered

Morning news brief: After EU bans Russian oil imports, prices jump, and more

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Israeli PM Naftali Bennett has said Iranian 'immunity' is over.&nbsp;Biden visited&nbsp;Uvalde to pay&nbsp;tribute to victims of&nbsp;Texas shooting.&nbsp;Over $2.5 million have been raised for kids, who are left without parents after&nbsp;US school shooting.&nbsp;At least 44 killed, 56 missing after heavy rains in northeastern Brazil.&nbsp; 
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/texas-shooting-biden-visits-uvalde-pays-tribute-to-victims-483347">Texas shooting: Biden visits Uvalde, pays tribute to victims</a>

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US President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden visited memorials at the Robb Elementary School and tried to comfort families in the south Texas town of Uvalde after the nation's deadliest school shooting in a decade.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-44-killed-56-missing-after-heavy-rains-in-northeastern-brazil-483360">At least 44 killed, 56 missing after heavy rains in northeastern Brazil</a>

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Torrential rains in northeastern Brazil have left at least 44 people dead and dozens missing, the government said Sunday, as rescuers capitalized on a lull in downpours to search for survivors.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-pm-naftali-bennett-says-iran-will-pay-full-price-for-instigating-attacks-through-its-proxies-483359">Israeli PM Naftali Bennett says Iranian 'immunity' is over</a>

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Accusing Iran of repeatedly targeting Israeli interests, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has said that Tehran will be punished for instigating attacks through its proxies.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-school-shooting-in-3-days-over-25-mn-raised-in-donations-for-four-children-left-without-parents-483350">US school shooting: Over $2.5 mn raised for kids left without parents</a>

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After mom was killed in Texas elementary school shooting and father died of a heart attack a few days later, donations are pouring in for the bereaved family of four children, who are now left without parents.&nbsp;

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To get your day started, here are some stories. Israeli PM Naftali Bennett has said Iranian 'immunity' is over. Biden visited Uvalde to pay tribute to victims of Texas shooting.

To get your day started, here are some stories. Israeli PM Naftali Bennett has said Iranian 'immunity' is over. Biden visited Uvalde to pay tribute to victims of Texas shooting. Over $2.5 million have been raised for kids, who are left without parents after US school shooting. At least 44 killed, 56 missing after heavy rains in northeastern Brazil. Texas shooting: Biden visits Uvalde, pays tribute to victims US President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden visited memorials at the Robb Elementary School and tried to comfort families in the south Texas town of Uvalde after the nation's deadliest school shooting in a decade. At least 44 killed, 56 missing after heavy rains in northeastern Brazil Torrential rains in northeastern Brazil have left at least 44 people dead and dozens missing, the government said Sunday, as rescuers capitalized on a lull in downpours to search for survivors. Israeli PM Naftali Bennett says Iranian 'immunity' is over Accusing Iran of repeatedly targeting Israeli interests, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has said that Tehran will be punished for instigating attacks through its proxies. US school shooting: Over $2.5 mn raised for kids left without parents After mom was killed in Texas elementary school shooting and father died of a heart attack a few days later, donations are pouring in for the bereaved family of four children, who are now left without parents. Watch: Nepal: Debris of crashed Tara Air plane found in Mustang ×

Morning news brief: Biden visits Uvalde, heavy rains in Brazil and more

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the situation is ''indescribably difficult'' in Donbas and Kharkiv due to the Russian onslaught on the two regions.&nbsp;&nbsp;Saeed Khatibzadeh, the spokesman of the Iranian foreign ministry, the crews of two Greek oil tankers it has seized in the Gulf are not under arrest and are in "good health".

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-crisis-zelensky-says-situation-indescribably-difficult-in-donbas-and-kharkiv-483058" hreflang="en">Zelensky says situation 'indescribably difficult' in Donbas and Kharkiv</a>

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"The situation is very difficult, especially in those areas in Donbas and Kharkiv region, where the Russian army is trying to squeeze at least some result for itself," Ukrainian President Volodymyr&nbsp;Zelensky&nbsp;said in his address.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irans-foreign-ministry-says-crews-of-seized-greek-tankers-not-arrested-in-good-health-483065">Iran's foreign ministry says crews of seized Greek tankers not arrested</a>

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In a veiled attack on the US for asking Greece to seize the crude oil cargo of an Iranian-flagged tanker, Khatibzadeh said the ties between Tehran and Athens "must not be hampered by deeply shortsighted miscalculations, including highway robbery on the command of a third party".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-at-least-35-killed-in-heavy-rains-as-downpours-lash-two-major-cities-483067">Brazil: At least 35 killed in heavy rains as downpours lash two major cities</a>

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At least 35 people have been killed by torrential rains in Brazil's northeastern Pernambuco state as downpours lashed two major cities on the Atlantic coast.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the situation is ''indescribably difficult'' in Donbas and Kharkiv due to the Russian onslaught on the two regions.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the situation is ''indescribably difficult'' in Donbas and Kharkiv due to the Russian onslaught on the two regions. Saeed Khatibzadeh, the spokesman of the Iranian foreign ministry, the crews of two Greek oil tankers it has seized in the Gulf are not under arrest and are in "good health". Click on headlines to read more: Zelensky says situation 'indescribably difficult' in Donbas and Kharkiv "The situation is very difficult, especially in those areas in Donbas and Kharkiv region, where the Russian army is trying to squeeze at least some result for itself," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said in his address. Iran's foreign ministry says crews of seized Greek tankers not arrested In a veiled attack on the US for asking Greece to seize the crude oil cargo of an Iranian-flagged tanker, Khatibzadeh said the ties between Tehran and Athens "must not be hampered by deeply shortsighted miscalculations, including highway robbery on the command of a third party". Brazil: At least 35 killed in heavy rains as downpours lash two major cities At least 35 people have been killed by torrential rains in Brazil's northeastern Pernambuco state as downpours lashed two major cities on the Atlantic coast. Watch | 'China visit not an investigation,' UNHRC chief Michelle Bachelet backs dragon Watch | Colombia Presidential Election: Petro takes 40% opinion poll votes

Morning news brief: Zelensky says situation 'indescribably difficult' in Donbas, and more

Russia and China have utilised their veto power to halt a resolution by the United States to impose more sanctions on North Korea over its renewed ballistic missile launches.&nbsp;A man carrying a gun in a neighbourhood full of schools has been shot by the police in Toronto days after a mass shooting in a primary school located in Texas.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-china-utilise-veto-power-to-halt-us-bid-to-punish-north-korea-over-its-missile-launches-482495">Russia, China utilise veto power to halt US bid to punish North Korea over its missile launches</a>

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After US President Joe Biden departed from Seoul, North Korea had tested three missiles, including one thought to be its largest intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM).

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/man-carrying-gun-near-schools-shot-dead-by-toronto-police-after-texas-shooting-482492">Man carrying gun near schools shot by Toronto police after Texas shooting</a>

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The local media reported that the incident prompted five nearby schools to be placed under precautionary lockdowns.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spain-parliaments-lower-house-passes-bill-to-term-all-non-consensual-sex-as-rape-482486">Spain’s parliament passes bill&nbsp;to term all non-consensual sex as rape</a>

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A bill has been passed in the lower house of Spain's parliament on Thursday to qualify all kinds of non-consensual sex as rape, media reports said.

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Russia and China have utilised their veto power to halt a resolution by the United States to impose more sanctions on North Korea over its renewed ballistic missile launches.

Russia and China have utilised their veto power to halt a resolution by the United States to impose more sanctions on North Korea over its renewed ballistic missile launches. A man carrying a gun in a neighbourhood full of schools has been shot by the police in Toronto days after a mass shooting in a primary school located in Texas. Click on headlines to read more Russia, China utilise veto power to halt US bid to punish North Korea over its missile launches After US President Joe Biden departed from Seoul, North Korea had tested three missiles, including one thought to be its largest intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). Man carrying gun near schools shot by Toronto police after Texas shooting The local media reported that the incident prompted five nearby schools to be placed under precautionary lockdowns. Spain’s parliament passes bill to term all non-consensual sex as rape A bill has been passed in the lower house of Spain's parliament on Thursday to qualify all kinds of non-consensual sex as rape, media reports said. Watch | Sri Lanka: President Rajapaksa pleads for international assistance amid financial woes Watch | Gravitas: Pakistan descends into civil war

Morning news brief: China, Russia veto US bid at UN to punish North Korea, and more

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said the&nbsp;mutual trust and determination among the Quad member countries is giving new energy to democratic forces and encouraging a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific.&nbsp;At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that he was willing to meet Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to end the ongoing bloody war.

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Modi made the remarks in presence of US President Joe Biden, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and newly elected Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

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Putin is the only Russian official he may meet to unearth a way to end the conflict, Zelensky said, while addressing an audience through a video link.

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There is no evidence to prove monkeypox virus has mutated, said a senior official of the World Health Organization on Monday, as per media reports.&nbsp;

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said the mutual trust and determination among the Quad member countries is giving new energy to democratic forces and encouraging a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said the mutual trust and determination among the Quad member countries is giving new energy to democratic forces and encouraging a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific. At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that he was willing to meet Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin to end the ongoing bloody war. Click on headlines to read more: LIVE: We have ensured peace and stability in Indo-Pacific, Indian PM says Modi made the remarks in presence of US President Joe Biden, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and newly elected Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. At WEF, Zelensky says ready to meet Putin to end ongoing war Putin is the only Russian official he may meet to unearth a way to end the conflict, Zelensky said, while addressing an audience through a video link. No evidence found over mutation in monkeypox virus, says WHO's senior official There is no evidence to prove monkeypox virus has mutated, said a senior official of the World Health Organization on Monday, as per media reports. Watch | Gravitas: Modi in Japan: What India stands to gain Watch | PTI chief Imran Khan calls for March to Islamabad

Morning news brief: PM Modi says Quad is moving ahead with a constructive agenda for Indo-Pacific, and more

In the crash of a China Eastern Airlines jet, the investigators are probing whether the incident occurred due to an intentional act on the flight deck, media reports said.&nbsp;Ukrainian Defence Minister Oleksiy Reznikov has said that the war with Russia is entering "a protracted phase".

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The flight data from a black box of the Boeing 737-800 showed someone in the cockpit had crashed the plane intentionally, said the Wall Street Journal in a report.

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He told European Union defence ministers and NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg that Moscow's troops are now trying to take full control of the east and south of the country.

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Kim said the "immaturity in the state capacity for coping with the crisis" increased the "complexity and hardships" in fighting the pandemic when "time is the life", as per the KCNA. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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Three days before the country decides on a new government, a poll for the Sydney Morning Herald showed that the centre-left Labor's lead over the Liberal-National coalition, which was 54-46 per cent two weeks ago, has shrunk to 51-49 per cent on a two-party preferred basis.

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In the crash of a China Eastern Airlines jet, the investigators are probing whether the incident occurred due to an intentional act on the flight deck, media reports said.

In the crash of a China Eastern Airlines jet, the investigators are probing whether the incident occurred due to an intentional act on the flight deck, media reports said. Ukrainian Defence Minister Oleksiy Reznikov has said that the war with Russia is entering "a protracted phase". Click on headlines to read more: Investigators probe whether China Eastern Airlines jet crash was an intentional act: Reports The flight data from a black box of the Boeing 737-800 showed someone in the cockpit had crashed the plane intentionally, said the Wall Street Journal in a report. Ukrainian Defence Minister Oleksiy Reznikov says war with Russia is entering 'protracted phase' He told European Union defence ministers and NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg that Moscow's troops are now trying to take full control of the east and south of the country. As Covid outbreak turns messier, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un slams 'immature' response Kim said the "immaturity in the state capacity for coping with the crisis" increased the "complexity and hardships" in fighting the pandemic when "time is the life", as per the KCNA. Australia election: Ruling conservative coalition narrows gap with the main opposition Labor Party Three days before the country decides on a new government, a poll for the Sydney Morning Herald showed that the centre-left Labor's lead over the Liberal-National coalition, which was 54-46 per cent two weeks ago, has shrunk to 51-49 per cent on a two-party preferred basis. Watch | Palestinians mark 74th Naqba today, Arabs and right-wing activists clash

Morning news brief: China Eastern crash probe eyes intentional action, and more

Leader Kim Jong Un on Monday (May 16) ordered North Korea's military to ''stabilise'' the medicine supply after the country recorded eight more deaths amid an explosive COVID-19 outbreak.&nbsp;Belarusian Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko has said that the sanctions imposed by the West on the country for supporting Russia's invasion of Ukraine have blocked exports worth more than $16 billion.

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Days after announcing its first coronavirus cases, the impoverished country detected 392,920 new cases with more than 564,860 people in quarantine.

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In an interview with the Dubai-based Al Arabiya television, Golovchenko said "Because of the sanctions, almost all of Belarus's exports to the countries of the European Union and North America have been blocked."

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Johnson, who is heading to Northern Ireland on Monday, said he wants to resolve the standoff about its post-Brexit trade rules.

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Leader Kim Jong Un on Monday (May 16) ordered North Korea's military to ''stabilise'' the medicine supply after the country recorded eight more deaths amid an explosive COVID-19 outbreak.

Leader Kim Jong Un on Monday (May 16) ordered North Korea's military to ''stabilise'' the medicine supply after the country recorded eight more deaths amid an explosive COVID-19 outbreak. Belarusian Prime Minister Roman Golovchenko has said that the sanctions imposed by the West on the country for supporting Russia's invasion of Ukraine have blocked exports worth more than $16 billion. Click on headline to read more Kim Jong Un blasts pandemic response as North Korean outbreak surges Days after announcing its first coronavirus cases, the impoverished country detected 392,920 new cases with more than 564,860 people in quarantine. Belarusian PM Roman Golovchenko says Western sanctions are blocking exports worth more than $16 billion In an interview with the Dubai-based Al Arabiya television, Golovchenko said "Because of the sanctions, almost all of Belarus's exports to the countries of the European Union and North America have been blocked." 'Necessity to act': UK PM Johnson urges end to Northern Ireland deadlock Johnson, who is heading to Northern Ireland on Monday, said he wants to resolve the standoff about its post-Brexit trade rules. Watch | Regional election in Germany: Olaf Scholz's SPD candidate admits defeat Watch | WION Global Summit: A gathering in the quest for peace | Mission Peace

Morning news brief: Kim Jong Un slams North Korea pandemic response, and more

A Ukrainian court held a preliminary hearing&nbsp;in the first war crimes trial arising from Russia's&nbsp;invasion, after charging a captured Russian soldier with the murder of a 62-year-old civilian.&nbsp;Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has expressed opposition to Finland and Sweden joining the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

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Vadim Shishimarin (21), the Russian soldier, appeared in court for a preliminary hearing. He is accused of killing an unarmed 62-year-old civilian.

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He accused both countries of harbouring "terrorist organisations" and said Turkey does not have a ''positive opinion'' about them.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said on Saturday (May 14) that the COVID-19 outbreak in the country has it in "great turmoil".

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A Ukrainian court held a preliminary hearing in the first war crimes trial arising from Russia's invasion, after charging a captured Russian soldier with the murder of a 62-year-old civilian.

A Ukrainian court held a preliminary hearing in the first war crimes trial arising from Russia's invasion, after charging a captured Russian soldier with the murder of a 62-year-old civilian. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has expressed opposition to Finland and Sweden joining the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Click on headlines to read more: First Russian soldier appears in Ukraine court for war crimes trial Vadim Shishimarin (21), the Russian soldier, appeared in court for a preliminary hearing. He is accused of killing an unarmed 62-year-old civilian. Erdogan says Turkey does not have 'positive opinion' on Sweden, Finland joining NATO He accused both countries of harbouring "terrorist organisations" and said Turkey does not have a ''positive opinion'' about them. Kim Jong Un says COVID-19 outbreak has put North Korea in 'great turmoil' North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said on Saturday (May 14) that the COVID-19 outbreak in the country has it in "great turmoil". Watch | Gravitas: China blows up replica of Taiwan's naval base Watch | Gravitas: Lanka's new Prime Minister says protests should continue

Morning news brief: First Russian soldier appears in Ukraine court for war crimes trial, and more

US President Joe Biden has made energy and security pledges worth $150 million to Southeast Asian leaders during a summit in Washington.&nbsp;Setting several world records, Sri Lanka's veteran politician Ranil Wickremesinghe was sworn in as the 26th Prime Minister of the Indian Ocean island nation, which has been crippled by its worst-ever economic crisis.

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Aimed at countering the rising influence of China, the deal is part of a campaign to show that the United States still prioritises Asia despite months of intense focus on repelling Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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Holding the office for a record-breaking sixth&nbsp;occasion, Wickremesinghe was sworn in as PM by his rival party leader and President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.&nbsp;

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In order to free up billions for tax cuts, UK's Prime Minister Boris Johnson has ordered ministers to slash one-fifth of civil service jobs as per a report published in the Daily Mail.

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US President Joe Biden has made energy and security pledges worth $150 million to Southeast Asian leaders during a summit in Washington. Setting several world records, Sri Lanka's veteran politician Ranil Wickremesinghe was sworn in as the 26th Prime Minister of the Indian Ocean island nation, which has been crippled by its worst-ever economic crisis.

US President Joe Biden has made energy and security pledges worth $150 million to Southeast Asian leaders during a summit in Washington. Setting several world records, Sri Lanka's veteran politician Ranil Wickremesinghe was sworn in as the 26th Prime Minister of the Indian Ocean island nation, which has been crippled by its worst-ever economic crisis. Click on headlines to read more: US President Joe Biden makes energy, security pledges worth $150 million to Southeast Asian leaders Aimed at countering the rising influence of China, the deal is part of a campaign to show that the United States still prioritises Asia despite months of intense focus on repelling Russia's invasion of Ukraine. LIVE | Wickremesinghe, in 6th PM stint, assures end to Lanka's economic crisis Holding the office for a record-breaking sixth occasion, Wickremesinghe was sworn in as PM by his rival party leader and President Gotabaya Rajapaksa. Free up billions for tax cuts: Johnson orders to slash one-fifth of civil service jobs In order to free up billions for tax cuts, UK's Prime Minister Boris Johnson has ordered ministers to slash one-fifth of civil service jobs as per a report published in the Daily Mail. Watch | Tight jeans- a taboo? Kim Jong-Un cracks down on western trend Watch | Russia threatens to retaliate over Finland's NATO membership move

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Saudi Aramco has surpassed&nbsp;Apple. It is now world’s most valued company.&nbsp;North Korea has confirmed&nbsp;Covid outbreak and ordered lockdown to check Omicron’s spread.&nbsp;In US condominium collapse lawsuit, nearly $1 billion settlement has been reached.&nbsp;Chinese plane has caught&nbsp;fire at airport during takeoff.

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After surging oil prices propelled shares of the world's largest crude exporter to record highs, Saudi Aramco has surpassed Apple as the world's most valuable company, while a broader tech stock sell-off weighs on the iPhone manufacturer.

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After over two years, North Korea has officially confirmed Covid outbreak for the first time on Thursday, media reports said. The nation has also ordered a nation-wide lockdown. A sub-variant of Omicron variant of virus has been found in Pyongyang, state media reported. &nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-us-condominium-collapse-lawsuit-nearly-1-billion-settlement-reached-478249">In US condominium collapse lawsuit, nearly $1 billion settlement reached</a>

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A tentative settlement of around USD 1 billion has been reached in the Florida’s condo collapse case in the US, media reports said citing an attorney on Wednesday. &nbsp;

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On Thursday (May 12), a passenger plane operated by China's Airlines skidded off the runway and caught fire as it took off from Chongqing in the country's southwest. According to the state-run Xinhua news agency, the Tibet-bound airliner carried 113 passengers and nine staff members.

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To get your day started, here are some stories. Saudi Aramco has surpassed Apple. It is now world’s most valued company. North Korea has confirmed Covid outbreak and ordered lockdown to check Omicron’s spread.

To get your day started, here are some stories. Saudi Aramco has surpassed Apple. It is now world’s most valued company. North Korea has confirmed Covid outbreak and ordered lockdown to check Omicron’s spread. In US condominium collapse lawsuit, nearly $1 billion settlement has been reached. Chinese plane has caught fire at airport during takeoff. Saudi Aramco surpasses Apple; is now world’s most valued company After surging oil prices propelled shares of the world's largest crude exporter to record highs, Saudi Aramco has surpassed Apple as the world's most valuable company, while a broader tech stock sell-off weighs on the iPhone manufacturer. North Korea confirms Covid outbreak, orders lockdown to check Omicron’s spread After over two years, North Korea has officially confirmed Covid outbreak for the first time on Thursday, media reports said. The nation has also ordered a nation-wide lockdown. A sub-variant of Omicron variant of virus has been found in Pyongyang, state media reported. In US condominium collapse lawsuit, nearly $1 billion settlement reached A tentative settlement of around USD 1 billion has been reached in the Florida’s condo collapse case in the US, media reports said citing an attorney on Wednesday. Chinese plane catches fire at airport during takeoff; more than 100 evacuated: Report On Thursday (May 12), a passenger plane operated by China's Airlines skidded off the runway and caught fire as it took off from Chongqing in the country's southwest. According to the state-run Xinhua news agency, the Tibet-bound airliner carried 113 passengers and nine staff members. Watch | Sri Lanka: Gotabaya vows to empower parliament, will soon appoint new Prime Minister and cabinet ×

Morning news brief: Saudi Aramco reaches top, US condo collapse settlement, and more

To get your day started, here are some stories.

Bill Gates has tested positive for COVID-19. He said that he is experiencing 'mild symptoms'.&nbsp;Musk has said he will 'reverse' Twitter ban on Trump.&nbsp;Woman has got&nbsp;30-year jail for aggravated homicide on suffering miscarriage in El Salvador.&nbsp;Iron Age complex has been found under house in Turkey village, said study. 
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Bill Gates, a co-founder of Microsoft, said on Tuesday that he has tested positive with COVID-19 and is suffering from minor symptoms.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/musk-says-he-will-reverse-twitter-ban-on-trump-477980">Musk says he will 'reverse' Twitter ban on Trump</a>

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Elon Musk said on Tuesday that he would reverse Twitter's ban on former US President Donald Trump.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/is-us-watching-woman-gets-30-year-jail-for-aggravated-homicide-on-suffering-miscarriage-in-el-salvador-477999">Is US watching? Woman gets 30-year jail for aggravated homicide on suffering miscarriage in El Salvador</a>

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For suffering a miscarriage, a woman has been jailed for 30 years in El Salvador, said media reports. &nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/major-discovery-iron-age-complex-found-under-house-in-turkey-village-says-study-478004">Major discovery: Iron Age complex found under house in Turkey village, says study</a>

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In a major discovery, an underground Iron Age complex has been found in Turkey, media reports said. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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Watch:&nbsp;WHO slams China's zero covid-19 policy, says it affects 'human rights'

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To get your day started, here are some stories. Bill Gates has tested positive for COVID-19. He said that he is experiencing 'mild symptoms'. Musk has said he will 'reverse' Twitter ban on Trump.

To get your day started, here are some stories. Bill Gates has tested positive for COVID-19. He said that he is experiencing 'mild symptoms'. Musk has said he will 'reverse' Twitter ban on Trump. Woman has got 30-year jail for aggravated homicide on suffering miscarriage in El Salvador. Iron Age complex has been found under house in Turkey village, said study. Bill Gates tests positive for COVID-19, says experiencing 'mild symptoms' Bill Gates, a co-founder of Microsoft, said on Tuesday that he has tested positive with COVID-19 and is suffering from minor symptoms. Musk says he will 'reverse' Twitter ban on Trump Elon Musk said on Tuesday that he would reverse Twitter's ban on former US President Donald Trump. Is US watching? Woman gets 30-year jail for aggravated homicide on suffering miscarriage in El Salvador For suffering a miscarriage, a woman has been jailed for 30 years in El Salvador, said media reports. Major discovery: Iron Age complex found under house in Turkey village, says study In a major discovery, an underground Iron Age complex has been found in Turkey, media reports said. Watch: WHO slams China's zero covid-19 policy, says it affects 'human rights' ×

Morning news brief: Bill Gates contracts Covid, Musk on Trump's Twitter ban, and more

The winners of the Pulitzer Prizes for Journalism, Books, Drama, and Music for 2022 were announced on Monday at 3 p.m. (Eastern Time).&nbsp;Tesla CEO Elon Musk has signalled an agreement on the Digital Services Act with Thierry Breton, European Commissioner for Internal Market.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pulitzer-prize-2022-winners-announced-indians-adnan-sanna-amit-dave-and-danish-siddiqui-awarded-477734" hreflang="en">Pulitzer Prize 2022 in Journalism, Books, Drama and Music announced. Full list</a>

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The Washington Post was among the winners, which included Indian journalists Adnan Abidi, Sanna Irshad Mattoo, Amit Dave, and the late Danish Siddiqui of Reuters.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-does-not-have-a-way-out-of-ukraine-war-biden-477731">Putin does not have a way out of Ukraine war: Biden</a>

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US President Joe Biden has said that Russian President Vladimir Putin does not have a way out of the war in Ukraine.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/digital-services-act-tesla-ceo-elon-musk-signals-agreement-with-eu-industry-chief-breton-477736" hreflang="en">Digital Services Act: Tesla CEO Elon Musk signals agreement with EU industry chief Breton</a>

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Breton shared a video on Twitter in which he can be seen explaining the Digital Services Act to Musk.

Watch | Victory Day Speech: NATO an 'obvious threat' to Russia

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The winners of the Pulitzer Prizes for Journalism, Books, Drama, and Music for 2022 were announced on Monday at 3 p.m. (Eastern Time). Tesla CEO Elon Musk has signalled an agreement on the Digital Services Act with Thierry Breton, European Commissioner for Internal Market.

The winners of the Pulitzer Prizes for Journalism, Books, Drama, and Music for 2022 were announced on Monday at 3 p.m. (Eastern Time). Tesla CEO Elon Musk has signalled an agreement on the Digital Services Act with Thierry Breton, European Commissioner for Internal Market. Click on headlines to read more: Pulitzer Prize 2022 in Journalism, Books, Drama and Music announced. Full list The Washington Post was among the winners, which included Indian journalists Adnan Abidi, Sanna Irshad Mattoo, Amit Dave, and the late Danish Siddiqui of Reuters. Putin does not have a way out of Ukraine war: Biden US President Joe Biden has said that Russian President Vladimir Putin does not have a way out of the war in Ukraine. Digital Services Act: Tesla CEO Elon Musk signals agreement with EU industry chief Breton Breton shared a video on Twitter in which he can be seen explaining the Digital Services Act to Musk. Watch | Victory Day Speech: NATO an 'obvious threat' to Russia Watch | Gravitas: How Mahinda Rajapaksa became a political liability

Morning news brief: Winners of Pulitzer Prize, Musk reaches agreement with EU, and more

To get your day started, here are some stories.

Why we are celebrating Europe Day, says EU chief while criticising Russia over Ukraine war.&nbsp;Chinese armed forces hold another round of drills near Taiwan, said PLA.&nbsp;Early voting began&nbsp;in Australia election with opposition ahead in polls.&nbsp;IS affiliate claimed responsibility for ‘deadliest’ attack on Egyptian forces.&nbsp;U2's Bono holds 'freedom' concert in Kyiv metro amid Russian invasion.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/why-we-are-celebrating-europe-day-eu-chief-criticises-russia-over-ukraine-conflict-477478">Why we are celebrating Europe Day: EU chief criticises Russia over Ukraine war</a>

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EU leader Ursula von der Leyen said on Sunday that Europe stands behind Ukraine, slamming Russia for waging a "atrocious war" and directing "senseless aggression" in the nation, which has suffered massive damage and continues to do so.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/is-it-preparation-for-war-chinese-armed-forces-hold-another-round-of-drills-near-taiwan-says-pla-477472">Chinese armed forces hold another round of drills near Taiwan, says PLA &nbsp;</a>

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Another round of drills has been held by Chinese armed forces near Taiwan, the People`s Liberation Army said on Monday. &nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/early-voting-begins-in-australia-election-with-opposition-ahead-in-polls-477466">Early voting begins in Australia election with opposition ahead in polls</a>

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Early voting began in Australia on Monday two weeks ahead of election day, with surveys showing the opposition centre-left Labor Party extending its lead and Prime Minister Scott Morrison suffering a fall in his approval rating.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/islamic-state-affiliate-claims-responsibility-for-deadliest-attack-on-egyptian-security-forces-477481">IS affiliate claims responsibility for ‘deadliest’ attack on Egyptian forces</a>

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The responsibility for an attack, which killed at least 11 soldiers at a water pumping station located in the east of the Suez Canal, has been claimed by an Islamic State affiliate in Egypt, media reports said. &nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-u2s-bono-gives-freedom-concert-in-kyiv-metro-amid-russian-invasion-477474">U2's Bono gives 'freedom' concert in Kyiv metro amid Russian invasion</a>

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Irish rock group U2`s frontman Bono and his bandmate The Edge performed a 40-minute concert in a metro station in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv on Sunday and praised Ukrainians fighting for their freedom from Russia.

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To get your day started, here are some stories. Why we are celebrating Europe Day, says EU chief while criticising Russia over Ukraine war. Chinese armed forces hold another round of drills near Taiwan, said PLA.

To get your day started, here are some stories. Why we are celebrating Europe Day, says EU chief while criticising Russia over Ukraine war. Chinese armed forces hold another round of drills near Taiwan, said PLA. Early voting began in Australia election with opposition ahead in polls. IS affiliate claimed responsibility for ‘deadliest’ attack on Egyptian forces. U2's Bono holds 'freedom' concert in Kyiv metro amid Russian invasion. Why we are celebrating Europe Day: EU chief criticises Russia over Ukraine war EU leader Ursula von der Leyen said on Sunday that Europe stands behind Ukraine, slamming Russia for waging a "atrocious war" and directing "senseless aggression" in the nation, which has suffered massive damage and continues to do so. Chinese armed forces hold another round of drills near Taiwan, says PLA Another round of drills has been held by Chinese armed forces near Taiwan, the People`s Liberation Army said on Monday. Early voting begins in Australia election with opposition ahead in polls Early voting began in Australia on Monday two weeks ahead of election day, with surveys showing the opposition centre-left Labor Party extending its lead and Prime Minister Scott Morrison suffering a fall in his approval rating. IS affiliate claims responsibility for ‘deadliest’ attack on Egyptian forces The responsibility for an attack, which killed at least 11 soldiers at a water pumping station located in the east of the Suez Canal, has been claimed by an Islamic State affiliate in Egypt, media reports said. U2's Bono gives 'freedom' concert in Kyiv metro amid Russian invasion Irish rock group U2`s frontman Bono and his bandmate The Edge performed a 40-minute concert in a metro station in the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv on Sunday and praised Ukrainians fighting for their freedom from Russia. Watch: No end to political turmoil in Sri Lanka, PM Mahinda Rajapaksa under pressure to resign ×

Morning news brief: EU chief criticises Russia, voting begins in Australia, and more

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Russia's invasion of his country has destroyed hundreds of hospitals and other medical institutions, leaving doctors without cancer medications or the ability to do surgery.&nbsp;Bloomberg News has reported that the US Federal Trade Commission is reviewing Tesla CEO Elon Musk's offer worth $44 billion to buy Twitter.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-destroyed-400-hospitals-leaving-patients-in-extreme-difficulties-zelensky-476697" hreflang="en">Russia destroyed 400 hospitals, leaving patients in extreme pain: Zelensky</a>

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Many locations in eastern and southern Ukraine, where the main battlegrounds are, lack even basic antibiotics, according to Zelensky.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-white-house-gets-first-black-lgbtq-woman-press-secretary-476699">US: White House gets first Black, LGBTQ woman press secretary</a>

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US President Joe Biden announced on Thursday that Karine Jean-Pierre will take over as White House press secretary when Jen Psaki leaves next week, making her the first Black and out LGBTQ person to fill the post.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-federal-trade-commission-is-reviewing-musks-buyout-of-twitter-report-476696">US Federal Trade Commission is reviewing Musk's buyout of Twitter: Report</a>

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There is a possibility that the agency will find evidence against Musk's purchase under anti-trust law and the probe can delay the deal's closing by months as per experts.

Watch | Putin sorry for Lavrov's 'Hitler has Jewish blood' remark, Bennett accepts apology

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Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Russia's invasion of his country has destroyed hundreds of hospitals and other medical institutions, leaving doctors without cancer medications or the ability to do surgery.

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that Russia's invasion of his country has destroyed hundreds of hospitals and other medical institutions, leaving doctors without cancer medications or the ability to do surgery. Bloomberg News has reported that the US Federal Trade Commission is reviewing Tesla CEO Elon Musk's offer worth $44 billion to buy Twitter. Click on headlines to read more: Russia destroyed 400 hospitals, leaving patients in extreme pain: Zelensky Many locations in eastern and southern Ukraine, where the main battlegrounds are, lack even basic antibiotics, according to Zelensky. US: White House gets first Black, LGBTQ woman press secretary US President Joe Biden announced on Thursday that Karine Jean-Pierre will take over as White House press secretary when Jen Psaki leaves next week, making her the first Black and out LGBTQ person to fill the post. US Federal Trade Commission is reviewing Musk's buyout of Twitter: Report There is a possibility that the agency will find evidence against Musk's purchase under anti-trust law and the probe can delay the deal's closing by months as per experts. Watch | Putin sorry for Lavrov's 'Hitler has Jewish blood' remark, Bennett accepts apology Watch | Gravitas: Philippines: Dictator's son closes in on Presidency

Morning news brief: Zelensky says Russia destroyed 400 hospitals, and more

To get your day started, here are some stories.

Despite Ukraine war, Russian gas supplies to China have soared by 60% in 2022, says report. Twitter may charge slight fee for commercial, government users,&nbsp;Musk said.&nbsp;Sri Lanka’s main opposition party is looking to oust Rajapaksas with no-confidence vote.&nbsp;Indian students win NASA Human Exploration rover challenge.&nbsp;Mysterious liver disease has caused deaths of three children in Indonesia.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/despite-the-ukraine-war-russian-gas-supplies-to-china-soar-by-60-in-2022-report-476197">Despite Ukraine war, Russian gas supplies to China soar by 60% in 2022: Report</a>

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Even as energy shipments to Europe remain uncertain due to ongoing hostilities, Russian energy giant Gazprom declared a large increase in exports on Sunday.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/is-free-twitter-coming-to-an-end-musk-indicates-that-commercial-and-government-users-may-be-charged-476198">Musk says Twitter may charge slight fee for commercial, government users</a>

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As the billionaire entrepreneur aims to expand Twitter Inc's reach from 'niche' to most Americans, Elon Musk said on Tuesday that casual users will always be free, but commercial and government users may be charged a small fee.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/to-end-crisis-sri-lankas-main-opposition-party-looks-to-oust-rajapaksas-with-no-confidence-vote-476202">Sri Lanka’s main opposition party looks to oust Rajapaksas with no-confidence vote</a>

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As economic and political crisis continues in Sri Lanka, main opposition party of the country has sought the no-confidence vote to oust Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and his Cabinet, media reports said. &nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indian-students-win-nasa-human-exploration-rover-challenge-476207">Indian students win NASA Human Exploration rover challenge</a>

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Two Indian student groups from Punjab and Tamil Nadu have won the NASA 2022 Human Exploration Rover Challenge.

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A mysterious liver disease has caused the death of three children in Indonesia, the health ministry of the country said. &nbsp;

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To get your day started, here are some stories. Despite Ukraine war, Russian gas supplies to China have soared by 60% in 2022, says report. Twitter may charge slight fee for commercial, government users, Musk said.

To get your day started, here are some stories. Despite Ukraine war, Russian gas supplies to China have soared by 60% in 2022, says report. Twitter may charge slight fee for commercial, government users, Musk said. Sri Lanka’s main opposition party is looking to oust Rajapaksas with no-confidence vote. Indian students win NASA Human Exploration rover challenge. Mysterious liver disease has caused deaths of three children in Indonesia. Despite Ukraine war, Russian gas supplies to China soar by 60% in 2022: Report Even as energy shipments to Europe remain uncertain due to ongoing hostilities, Russian energy giant Gazprom declared a large increase in exports on Sunday. Musk says Twitter may charge slight fee for commercial, government users As the billionaire entrepreneur aims to expand Twitter Inc's reach from 'niche' to most Americans, Elon Musk said on Tuesday that casual users will always be free, but commercial and government users may be charged a small fee. Sri Lanka’s main opposition party looks to oust Rajapaksas with no-confidence vote As economic and political crisis continues in Sri Lanka, main opposition party of the country has sought the no-confidence vote to oust Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa and his Cabinet, media reports said. Indian students win NASA Human Exploration rover challenge Two Indian student groups from Punjab and Tamil Nadu have won the NASA 2022 Human Exploration Rover Challenge. Mysterious liver disease causes deaths of three children in Indonesia A mysterious liver disease has caused the death of three children in Indonesia, the health ministry of the country said. Watch: US Report: Putin to undergo cancer surgery ×

Morning news brief: Russian gas supplies soar, Twitter to become chargeable, and more

Here are some of the top stories to start your day:&nbsp;China has launched a&nbsp;deadly hypersonic missile&nbsp;to ''deter foreign ships''.&nbsp;A senior official of the United States has said that Russia is planning to annex the Donetsk and Luhansk regions in eastern Ukraine.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-sparks-panic-deadly-hypersonic-missile-launched-to-deter-foreign-ships-475890">China sparks panic: Deadly hypersonic missile launched to deter foreign ships</a>

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In a video clip of the alleged launch, the missile is shown being launched from the warship Wuxi, a Type 055 guided-missile destroyer.&nbsp;

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The US ambassador to the Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe, Michael Carpenter said that "According to the most recent reports, we believe that Russia will try to annex the 'Donetsk People's Republic' and 'Lugansk People's Republic' to Russia."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/new-sanctions-against-russia-to-pass-at-next-foreign-affairs-council-meeting-says-eu-foreign-policy-chief-475882">New sanctions against Russia to pass at next Foreign Affairs Council meeting, says EU foreign policy chief</a>

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High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell has said that the bloc will be imposed at the next Foreign Affairs Council meeting.

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Here are some of the top stories to start your day: China has launched a deadly hypersonic missile to ''deter foreign ships''. A senior official of the United States has said that Russia is planning to annex the Donetsk and Luhansk regions in eastern Ukraine.

Here are some of the top stories to start your day: China has launched a deadly hypersonic missile to ''deter foreign ships''. A senior official of the United States has said that Russia is planning to annex the Donetsk and Luhansk regions in eastern Ukraine. Click on headlines to read the full report: China sparks panic: Deadly hypersonic missile launched to deter foreign ships In a video clip of the alleged launch, the missile is shown being launched from the warship Wuxi, a Type 055 guided-missile destroyer. US says Russia is planning to annex Ukraine's Donetsk, Luhansk regions The US ambassador to the Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe, Michael Carpenter said that "According to the most recent reports, we believe that Russia will try to annex the 'Donetsk People's Republic' and 'Lugansk People's Republic' to Russia." New sanctions against Russia to pass at next Foreign Affairs Council meeting, says EU foreign policy chief High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell has said that the bloc will be imposed at the next Foreign Affairs Council meeting. Watch | Gravitas: New chapter in India-Europe ties? Watch | Gravitas: Pakistan gets $8 billion bailout from Saudi Arabia

Morning news brief: China launches deadly hypersonic missile, and more

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A missile attack at an Iraqi oil refinery has resulted in tank fire, said security forces.&nbsp;Nand Mulchandani, an Indian-origin man, has been named CIA's first chief tech officer.&nbsp;Finally, Ukraine’s Air Force has cleared air about 'Ghost of Kyiv'.&nbsp;Netflix has dropped Meghan Markle's animated series 'Pearl'.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/missile-attack-at-iraqi-oil-refinery-results-in-tank-fire-say-security-forces-475575">Missile attack at Iraqi oil refinery results in tank fire, say security forces</a>

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In a missile attack, an oil refinery was targetted in Erbil, Iraq on Sunday, media reports said. The explosion led to fire in one of its main tanks, which was brought under control, the Iraqi security forces said in a statement. &nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-is-nand-mulchandani-the-indian-origin-man-appointed-as-cias-first-chief-technology-officer-475573">Nand Mulchandani: Indian-origin man named CIA's first chief tech officer</a>

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Indian-American Nand Mulchandani, a Silicon Valley IT veteran who completed his schooling in Delhi, has been named the first-ever Chief Technology Officer of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/myth-or-man-finally-ukraines-air-force-clears-air-about-ghost-of-kyiv-475581">Myth or man? Finally, Ukraine’s Air Force clears air about 'Ghost of Kyiv' &nbsp;</a>

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Since the beginning of the Russian invasion, 'Ghost of Kyiv', a Ukrainian fighter pilot, has won several hearts as a modern Red Baron. He has reportedly shot down many rival Russians out of the sky while flying a MiG-29 jet. &nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/netflix-drops-meghan-markles-animated-series-pearl-475571">Netflix drops Meghan Markle's animated series 'Pearl'</a>

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Netflix Inc said on Sunday it has decided to drop works on Meghan Markle`s animated family series 'Pearl' as the streaming platform hew its animated content.

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To get your day started, here are some stories. A missile attack at an Iraqi oil refinery has resulted in tank fire, said security forces. Nand Mulchandani, an Indian-origin man, has been named CIA's first chief tech officer.

To get your day started, here are some stories. A missile attack at an Iraqi oil refinery has resulted in tank fire, said security forces. Nand Mulchandani, an Indian-origin man, has been named CIA's first chief tech officer. Finally, Ukraine’s Air Force has cleared air about 'Ghost of Kyiv'. Netflix has dropped Meghan Markle's animated series 'Pearl'. Missile attack at Iraqi oil refinery results in tank fire, say security forces In a missile attack, an oil refinery was targetted in Erbil, Iraq on Sunday, media reports said. The explosion led to fire in one of its main tanks, which was brought under control, the Iraqi security forces said in a statement. Nand Mulchandani: Indian-origin man named CIA's first chief tech officer Indian-American Nand Mulchandani, a Silicon Valley IT veteran who completed his schooling in Delhi, has been named the first-ever Chief Technology Officer of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). Myth or man? Finally, Ukraine’s Air Force clears air about 'Ghost of Kyiv' Since the beginning of the Russian invasion, 'Ghost of Kyiv', a Ukrainian fighter pilot, has won several hearts as a modern Red Baron. He has reportedly shot down many rival Russians out of the sky while flying a MiG-29 jet. Netflix drops Meghan Markle's animated series 'Pearl' Netflix Inc said on Sunday it has decided to drop works on Meghan Markle`s animated family series 'Pearl' as the streaming platform hew its animated content. Watch: Russian strikes on Ukraine continues, evacuation ops underway in Mariupol ×

Morning news brief: Missile attack in Iraq, Indian-origin man named CIA's CTO, and more

Twenty civilians hiding under a steel factory in Ukraine's besieged city of Mariupol have been evacuated to&nbsp;Zaporizhzhia, on territory controlled by Ukraine. The Ukrainian war hero, fighter pilot&nbsp;known as the 'Ghost of Kyiv' has reportedly died in battle, he is famed to have shot down nearly 40 Russian fighter jets.

In today's brief, we also bring you news about an ancient ancestor that is still alive thousands of years later.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uktaine-conflict-20-civillians-leave-besieged-steel-factory-in-mariupol-475311">Ukraine conflict: 20 civillians leave besieged steel factory in Mariupol</a>

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Ukrainian soldiers&nbsp;say that a group of 20 civillians are leaving the besieged steel factory in Mariupol.&nbsp;"Twenty civilians, women and children... have been transferred to a suitable place and we hope that they will be evacuated to Zaporizhzhia, on territory controlled by Ukraine," said Sviatoslav Palamar, deputy commander of the Azov regiment.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ghost-of-kyiv-killed-in-fighting-after-shooting-down-40-russian-jets-475309">'Ghost of Kyiv' killed in fighting, has shot down 40 Russian jets</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/05/01/258743-ghost-of-kyiv.jpg" />'Ghost of Kyiv', a Ukrainian fight pilot who was known to have shot down nearly 40 Russian fighter jets has&nbsp;died in battle, as per a report. The Ukrainian pilot gained fame for his bravery in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine which started on February 24 this year.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/wait-what-angelina-jolie-spotted-at-cafe-in-ukraine-amid-russian-invasion-video-goes-viral-475295">Wait, What? Angelina Jolie is in Ukraine amid Russian invasion, pics go viral</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/30/258728-happy-30th-birthday-2022-04-30t231608500.jpg" />Hollywood acclaimed actress&nbsp;Angelina Jolie, who is known for her humanitarian works, recently shocked everyone with her surprise visit to a cafe in Lyiv, Ukraine amid the Russian invasion.&nbsp;Jolie's pictures and videos from the cafe are doing rounds on the internet.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/claims-of-an-ancient-human-in-the-modern-era-shake-the-scientific-community-heres-what-you-need-to-know-475313">Claims of an ancient human in the modern era shake the scientific community. Here's what you need to know</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/05/01/258747-stories-2.jpg" />As per claims presented by Gregory Forth, a retired anthropologist in his new book 'Between Ape and Human', the species called Homo Floresiensis is still alive and well. It lives on the Indonesian island of Flores, surviving the modern era.

Russia-Ukraine war: Pentagon's John Kirby gets emotional while talking about Putin's 'depravity'

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Twenty civilians hiding under a steel factory in Ukraine's besieged city of Mariupol have been evacuated to Zaporizhzhia, on territory controlled by Ukraine. The Ukrainian war hero, fighter pilot known as the 'Ghost of Kyiv' has reportedly died in battle, he is famed to have shot down nearly 40 Russian fighter jets.

Twenty civilians hiding under a steel factory in Ukraine's besieged city of Mariupol have been evacuated to Zaporizhzhia, on territory controlled by Ukraine. The Ukrainian war hero, fighter pilot known as the 'Ghost of Kyiv' has reportedly died in battle, he is famed to have shot down nearly 40 Russian fighter jets. In today's brief, we also bring you news about an ancient ancestor that is still alive thousands of years later. Click on the headlines to read more: Ukraine conflict: 20 civillians leave besieged steel factory in Mariupol Ukrainian soldiers say that a group of 20 civillians are leaving the besieged steel factory in Mariupol. "Twenty civilians, women and children... have been transferred to a suitable place and we hope that they will be evacuated to Zaporizhzhia, on territory controlled by Ukraine," said Sviatoslav Palamar, deputy commander of the Azov regiment. 'Ghost of Kyiv' killed in fighting, has shot down 40 Russian jets 'Ghost of Kyiv', a Ukrainian fight pilot who was known to have shot down nearly 40 Russian fighter jets has died in battle, as per a report. The Ukrainian pilot gained fame for his bravery in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine which started on February 24 this year. Wait, What? Angelina Jolie is in Ukraine amid Russian invasion, pics go viral Hollywood acclaimed actress Angelina Jolie, who is known for her humanitarian works, recently shocked everyone with her surprise visit to a cafe in Lyiv, Ukraine amid the Russian invasion. Jolie's pictures and videos from the cafe are doing rounds on the internet. Claims of an ancient human in the modern era shake the scientific community. Here's what you need to know As per claims presented by Gregory Forth, a retired anthropologist in his new book 'Between Ape and Human', the species called Homo Floresiensis is still alive and well. It lives on the Indonesian island of Flores, surviving the modern era. Russia-Ukraine war: Pentagon's John Kirby gets emotional while talking about Putin's 'depravity'

Morning brief: Ghost of Kyiv dies in battle, Angelina Jolie visits Ukraine amid conflict, and more

As China grapples with the pandemic in Shanghai, state-run Global Times reported that schools in Beijing have&nbsp;recorded one-third of total coronavirus cases in the capital city. In other news, Canada has declared Russian attack on Ukraine as an "act of genocide".

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/schools-in-beijing-report-surge-in-covid-19-cases-report-474495">Schools in Beijing report surge in COVID-19 cases: Report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/25/257202-untitled-design-1.png" />&nbsp;The Chinese daily added that health authorities had begun nucleic acid testing among students and faculty in a bid to combat the virus. Beijing reported 46 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday with 138 coronavirus cases reported in six days in eight districts.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-conflict-canadian-house-of-commons-unanimously-declares-russian-acts-genocide-474492">Ukraine Conflict: Canadian House of Commons unanimously declares Russian acts 'genocide'</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/11/27/223690-canada.jpg" />Canadian lawmakers on Wednesday unanimously voted to call Russian attacks in Ukraine a "genocide". Members of the parliament said that there was "ample evidence of systemic and massive war crimes against humanity" being committed by Moscow.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-russia-ties-grew-out-of-necessity-as-us-couldnt-do-it-earlier-antony-blinken-474485">India-Russia ties grew out of necessity as US couldn’t do it earlier: Antony Blinken</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/28/257953-newblinken.jpg" />US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said that India forged its relations with Russia out of necessity, which is not the case with the United States as there is a growing strategic convergence between the two democratic countries.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-deploys-combat-dolphins-in-black-sea-amid-ukraine-war-report-474487">Russia deploys combat dolphins in Black Sea amid Ukraine war: Report</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/11/15/221752-dolphin.jpg" />United States Naval Institute(USNI) in a report said the Russian Navy has placed two military dolphins at the Sevastopol naval base. The dolphins were moved there in February when Russian President Vladimir Putin launched the "special military operation" on February 24.

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As China grapples with the pandemic in Shanghai, state-run Global Times reported that schools in Beijing have recorded one-third of total coronavirus cases in the capital city.

As China grapples with the pandemic in Shanghai, state-run Global Times reported that schools in Beijing have recorded one-third of total coronavirus cases in the capital city. In other news, Canada has declared Russian attack on Ukraine as an "act of genocide". Schools in Beijing report surge in COVID-19 cases: Report The Chinese daily added that health authorities had begun nucleic acid testing among students and faculty in a bid to combat the virus. Beijing reported 46 new COVID-19 cases on Tuesday with 138 coronavirus cases reported in six days in eight districts. Ukraine Conflict: Canadian House of Commons unanimously declares Russian acts 'genocide' Canadian lawmakers on Wednesday unanimously voted to call Russian attacks in Ukraine a "genocide". Members of the parliament said that there was "ample evidence of systemic and massive war crimes against humanity" being committed by Moscow. India-Russia ties grew out of necessity as US couldn’t do it earlier: Antony Blinken US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said that India forged its relations with Russia out of necessity, which is not the case with the United States as there is a growing strategic convergence between the two democratic countries. Russia deploys combat dolphins in Black Sea amid Ukraine war: Report United States Naval Institute(USNI) in a report said the Russian Navy has placed two military dolphins at the Sevastopol naval base. The dolphins were moved there in February when Russian President Vladimir Putin launched the "special military operation" on February 24. Watch | Nepal bans import of luxurious items as foreign exchange reserves decline

Morning brief: Covid surge in Beijing schools, Russia deploys combat dolphins in Black Sea and more

Singapore on Wednesday executed a mentally disabled Malaysian man triggering an international outcry. In other news, Elon Musk reacts to concerns raised over free speech a day after he acquires&nbsp;Twitter for&nbsp;$44 billion.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/singapore-executes-indian-origin-man-over-drug-trafficking-charges-474166" hreflang="en">Singapore executes Indian-origin Malaysian man over drug trafficking charges</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/27/257677-indian1.JPG" /> The Indian-origin man Nagaenthran Dharmalingam, 34, was on death row for over a decade over drug trafficking charges.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-day-after-twitter-takeover-elon-musk-reacts-to-concerns-over-free-speech-474170">A day after Twitter takeover, Elon Musk reacts to concerns over free speech</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/27/257678-musk.jpg" />In a series of tweets, the world’s richest man sought to assuage the concerns raised by a section of people who were alarmed by his statement that he would uphold the bedrock of free speech.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-accuses-russia-of-trying-to-destabilise-separatist-region-in-moldova-474159">Ukraine accuses Russia of trying to destabilise separatist region in Moldova</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/27/257665-c1.JPG" />Amid the war with Russia, Ukraine accused Russia of trying to create unrest in the separatist region of Moldova.The United States said it remains "concerned" about the situation in Moldova.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-twitter-deal-tesla-shares-crash-musk-loses-billions-474160">After Twitter deal, Tesla shares crash; Musk loses billions</a>

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Watch | Kamala Harris, US vice-president, tests positive for Covid-19: White House

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Singapore on Wednesday executed a mentally disabled Malaysian man triggering an international outcry. In other news, Elon Musk reacts to concerns raised over free speech a day after he acquires Twitter for $44 billion.

Singapore on Wednesday executed a mentally disabled Malaysian man triggering an international outcry. In other news, Elon Musk reacts to concerns raised over free speech a day after he acquires Twitter for $44 billion. Click on the headlines to read more: Singapore executes Indian-origin Malaysian man over drug trafficking charges The Indian-origin man Nagaenthran Dharmalingam, 34, was on death row for over a decade over drug trafficking charges. A day after Twitter takeover, Elon Musk reacts to concerns over free speech In a series of tweets, the world’s richest man sought to assuage the concerns raised by a section of people who were alarmed by his statement that he would uphold the bedrock of free speech. Ukraine accuses Russia of trying to destabilise separatist region in Moldova Amid the war with Russia, Ukraine accused Russia of trying to create unrest in the separatist region of Moldova.The United States said it remains "concerned" about the situation in Moldova. After Twitter deal, Tesla shares crash; Musk loses billions After Elon Musk's decision to take over Twitter, Tesla shares collapsed over 12 per cent wiping out nearly $25 billion from Musk's fortune as Tesla's market capitalisation fell by $126 billion. Watch | Kamala Harris, US vice-president, tests positive for Covid-19: White House

Morning news brief: Musk reacts after Twitter purchase, Tesla shares tumble and more

Elon Musk has successfully clinched the deal and purchased Twitter for $44 billion. Find out what concerns the Joe Biden government following Musk's buyout of Twitter. Also, read about Jeff Bezos's barbed comment on the development.&nbsp;

In other news, amid the Russia-Ukraine war, Moscow has warned that World War 3 is a real possibility.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/did-the-chinese-government-just-gain-a-bit-of-leverage-bezos-trolls-musk-over-twitter-deal-473870">Did the Chinese government just gain a bit of leverage? Bezos trolls Musk over Twitter deal</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2021/02/27/184687-pjimage-3.jpg" />Just hours after Tesla chief Elon Musk brought Twitter in a mega $44 billion deal, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos questioned China's influence with Tesla's electric car company running in China.

"Interesting question. Did the Chinese government just gain a bit of leverage over the town square?" Bezos said in a tweet.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/danger-of-world-war-iii-is-real-warns-russian-foreign-minister-lavrov-473854">Danger of World War III is 'real', warns Russian foreign minister Lavrov</a>

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As the US announced it is set to send artillery to Ukraine to fight Russian forces, Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov warned that there was a "real" danger of World War III.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/by-2030-humanitys-spiral-of-self-destruction-will-cause-15-disasters-every-day-473868">By 2030, Humanity’s ‘spiral of self-destruction’ will cause 1.5 disasters every day: UN</a>

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The UN cautioned that humanity is suffering from a "broken perception of risk," which is driving us to engage in activities and behaviours that contribute to climate change and an increase in natural disasters around the world.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-elon-musks-purchase-of-twitter-white-house-expresses-concerns-473856">After Musk's Twitter deal, White House says concerned over 'power of large social media platforms'</a>

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Now that the Tesla CEO Elon Musk has purchased Twitter, the US government has expressed some concerns.&nbsp;During a Monday press briefing, the White House said that US President Joe Biden was concerned about the power that large social media outlets hold.

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Elon Musk has successfully clinched the deal and purchased Twitter for $44 billion. Find out what concerns the Joe Biden government following Musk's buyout of Twitter.

Elon Musk has successfully clinched the deal and purchased Twitter for $44 billion. Find out what concerns the Joe Biden government following Musk's buyout of Twitter. Also, read about Jeff Bezos's barbed comment on the development. In other news, amid the Russia-Ukraine war, Moscow has warned that World War 3 is a real possibility. Click on the headlines to read more: Did the Chinese government just gain a bit of leverage? Bezos trolls Musk over Twitter deal Just hours after Tesla chief Elon Musk brought Twitter in a mega $44 billion deal, Amazon founder Jeff Bezos questioned China's influence with Tesla's electric car company running in China. "Interesting question. Did the Chinese government just gain a bit of leverage over the town square?" Bezos said in a tweet. Danger of World War III is 'real', warns Russian foreign minister Lavrov As the US announced it is set to send artillery to Ukraine to fight Russian forces, Russian foreign minister Sergei Lavrov warned that there was a "real" danger of World War III. By 2030, Humanity’s ‘spiral of self-destruction’ will cause 1.5 disasters every day: UN The UN cautioned that humanity is suffering from a "broken perception of risk," which is driving us to engage in activities and behaviours that contribute to climate change and an increase in natural disasters around the world. After Musk's Twitter deal, White House says concerned over 'power of large social media platforms' Now that the Tesla CEO Elon Musk has purchased Twitter, the US government has expressed some concerns. During a Monday press briefing, the White House said that US President Joe Biden was concerned about the power that large social media outlets hold. Watch | Inflation hits record levels in Sri Lanka, call for Gotabaya brothers resignation grows louder

Morning brief: Jeff Bezos trolls Musk after Twitter purchase, Russia's warning about WW3, and more

The Twitter-Elon Musk saga has taken a new turn, after the dramatic events of the past few weeks, the social media giant is now reportedly considering the billionaire's buyout offer. In other news, as the Ukraine-Russia war crosses 60 days mark, Kyiv has invited Moscow for talks.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/under-pressure-from-shareholders-twitter-to-reconsider-musks-buyout-offer-473553">Under pressure from shareholders, Twitter to reconsider Musk's buyout offer</a>

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If reports are to be believed Twitter is now reconsidering Elon Musk’s buyout proposal.&nbsp;This comes as a shock after the social media giant’s board resorted to the “poison pill” approach to negate Musk’s attempts at a takeover.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/amid-repeated-attacks-ukraine-invites-russia-for-talks-in-mariupol-473532">Amid repeated attacks, Ukraine invites Russia for talks in Mariupol</a>

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The Volodomyr Zelensky government invited Russia for talks near the Azovstal plant in Mariupol. Reports say Ukrainian fighters and civilians are stuck in the city even as Russia continues to bombard the city.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/french-presidential-election-2022-macron-wins-a-second-term-although-by-a-smaller-margin-than-before-473535">French Presidential Election 2022: Macron&nbsp;wins&nbsp;second term, although by a smaller margin than before</a>

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The people have spoken. Emmanuel Macron comfortably defeated his far-right rival Marine Le Pen on Sunday. This win makes Macron the first French President to win a second term in two decades.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india/in-india-argentina-fm-santiago-raises-falkland-issues-lauds-ties-with-delhi-473537">In India, Argentina FM Santiago raises Falkland issues, lauds ties with Delhi</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/25/257084-f1.jpeg" />In Delhi&nbsp;visiting foreign minister of Argentina Santiago Cafiero has raised the issue of Malvinas or Falkland Island issue and held the first meeting of a commission formed by his government.&nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;10 deaths confirmed, 16 missing after Japanese boat sank in northeast coast

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The Twitter-Elon Musk saga has taken a new turn, after the dramatic events of the past few weeks, the social media giant is now reportedly considering the billionaire's buyout offer.

The Twitter-Elon Musk saga has taken a new turn, after the dramatic events of the past few weeks, the social media giant is now reportedly considering the billionaire's buyout offer. In other news, as the Ukraine-Russia war crosses 60 days mark, Kyiv has invited Moscow for talks. Click on the headlines to read more Under pressure from shareholders, Twitter to reconsider Musk's buyout offer If reports are to be believed Twitter is now reconsidering Elon Musk’s buyout proposal. This comes as a shock after the social media giant’s board resorted to the “poison pill” approach to negate Musk’s attempts at a takeover. Amid repeated attacks, Ukraine invites Russia for talks in Mariupol The Volodomyr Zelensky government invited Russia for talks near the Azovstal plant in Mariupol. Reports say Ukrainian fighters and civilians are stuck in the city even as Russia continues to bombard the city. French Presidential Election 2022: Macron wins second term, although by a smaller margin than before The people have spoken. Emmanuel Macron comfortably defeated his far-right rival Marine Le Pen on Sunday. This win makes Macron the first French President to win a second term in two decades. In India, Argentina FM Santiago raises Falkland issues, lauds ties with Delhi In Delhi visiting foreign minister of Argentina Santiago Cafiero has raised the issue of Malvinas or Falkland Island issue and held the first meeting of a commission formed by his government. Watch | 10 deaths confirmed, 16 missing after Japanese boat sank in northeast coast

Morning brief: Twitter reconsiders Musk's offer, Ukraine invites Russia for talks, and more

To get your day started, here are some stories:

Today, France faces the final showdown in its Presidential elections, voting is slated to begin on the French mainland in a few hours. In other news,&nbsp;President Vladimir Putin’s rumoured girlfriend Alina Kabaeva made her first public appearance since the Ukrainian invasion. Meanwhile&nbsp;on the occasion of World Book Day, Chinese President Xi pushed people to read more books.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/french-presidential-run-off-election-what-you-should-know-473329#macron-vs-le-pen-473326">French presidential run-off election: What you should know</a>

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After a turbulent campaign that saw the French far-right come close to winning power, France will vote in presidential elections on Sunday, with a stark choice between centrist President Emmanuel Macron and far-right opponent Marine Le Pen. Catch all the updates here.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/putins-rumored-girlfriend-appears-in-public-for-first-time-since-ukraine-invasion-473332">Putin's rumored girlfriend appears in public for first time since Ukraine invasion</a>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin's rumoured girlfriend Alina Kabaeva was seen in public for the first time since the Ukrainian invasion at Moscow's VTB Arena, reports claimed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/president-xis-booklist-tagore-shakespeare-russian-writers-473319">President Xi's booklist: Tagore, Shakespeare &amp; Russian writers</a>

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Chinese President Xi urged people to read more on the occasion of World Book Day as his book recommendations began trending on Chinese social media.

The Chinese president also asked Communist Party leaders to "take the lead in reading" and encouraged children to develop reading habits.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/covid-is-here-to-stay-and-it-affects-women-worse-than-men-says-study-473318">Covid is here to stay and it affects women worse than men, says study</a>

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Even after a year of infection and subsequent hospitalisation, not even one in four people can report a full recovery. This indicates that the virus is here to stay and it is on its way to becoming a common condition.

Watch |&nbsp;Israel-Palestine clashes: Israel says two rockets fired from Gaza, UN expresses concern

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To get your day started, here are some stories: Today, France faces the final showdown in its Presidential elections, voting is slated to begin on the French mainland in a few hours.

To get your day started, here are some stories: Today, France faces the final showdown in its Presidential elections, voting is slated to begin on the French mainland in a few hours. In other news, President Vladimir Putin’s rumoured girlfriend Alina Kabaeva made her first public appearance since the Ukrainian invasion. Meanwhile on the occasion of World Book Day, Chinese President Xi pushed people to read more books. French presidential run-off election: What you should know After a turbulent campaign that saw the French far-right come close to winning power, France will vote in presidential elections on Sunday, with a stark choice between centrist President Emmanuel Macron and far-right opponent Marine Le Pen. Catch all the updates here. Putin's rumored girlfriend appears in public for first time since Ukraine invasion Russian President Vladimir Putin's rumoured girlfriend Alina Kabaeva was seen in public for the first time since the Ukrainian invasion at Moscow's VTB Arena, reports claimed. President Xi's booklist: Tagore, Shakespeare & Russian writers Chinese President Xi urged people to read more on the occasion of World Book Day as his book recommendations began trending on Chinese social media. The Chinese president also asked Communist Party leaders to "take the lead in reading" and encouraged children to develop reading habits. Covid is here to stay and it affects women worse than men, says study Even after a year of infection and subsequent hospitalisation, not even one in four people can report a full recovery. This indicates that the virus is here to stay and it is on its way to becoming a common condition. Watch | Israel-Palestine clashes: Israel says two rockets fired from Gaza, UN expresses concern

Morning news brief: French presidential elections updates, Putin’s rumoured girlfriend appearance, and more

To get your day started, here are some stories.

Task is to establish full control over Donbas and southern Ukraine, said Russia.&nbsp;In blast, 33 killed and 43 injured at a mosque in Kunduz province of Afghanistan.&nbsp;Over seven in 10 people in England had COVID-19, said study.&nbsp;New rare species of crown jellyfish has been found in Monterey Bay by scientists in the US.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tasks-is-to-establish-full-control-over-donbas-and-southern-ukraine-russia-473086">Task is to establish full control over Donbas and southern Ukraine: Russia</a>

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Russia said it intends to establish "full control over the Donbas and southern Ukraine" while claiming to has "liberated" Mariupol.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/in-another-blast-33-killed-43-injured-at-mosque-in-kunduz-province-of-afghanistan-says-taliban-official-473090">In blast, 33 killed, 43 injured at mosque in Kunduz province of Afghanistan</a>

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In a bomb blast at a mosque, around 33 people have been killed and 43 others injured in Kunduz province of Afghanistan, said chief spokesman of Taliban-led caretaker government Zabihullah Mujahid. &nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/over-seven-in-10-people-in-england-had-covid-19-study-473092">Over seven in 10 people in England had COVID-19: Study</a>

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According to Britain's Office of National Statistics (ONS), over seven out of ten people in England have had COVID-19 since the pandemic began in 2020.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/watch-new-rare-species-of-crown-jellyfish-found-in-monterey-bay-by-scientists-in-us-473094">Watch: New rare species of crown jellyfish found in Monterey Bay by scientists in US</a>

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In Monterey Bay area of the US, a new rare species of crown jellyfish has been found by scientists. What is special about it is that it looks like a scarlet alien saucer.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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To get your day started, here are some stories. Task is to establish full control over Donbas and southern Ukraine, said Russia. In blast, 33 killed and 43 injured at a mosque in Kunduz province of Afghanistan.

To get your day started, here are some stories. Task is to establish full control over Donbas and southern Ukraine, said Russia. In blast, 33 killed and 43 injured at a mosque in Kunduz province of Afghanistan. Over seven in 10 people in England had COVID-19, said study. New rare species of crown jellyfish has been found in Monterey Bay by scientists in the US. Task is to establish full control over Donbas and southern Ukraine: Russia Russia said it intends to establish "full control over the Donbas and southern Ukraine" while claiming to has "liberated" Mariupol. In blast, 33 killed, 43 injured at mosque in Kunduz province of Afghanistan In a bomb blast at a mosque, around 33 people have been killed and 43 others injured in Kunduz province of Afghanistan, said chief spokesman of Taliban-led caretaker government Zabihullah Mujahid. Over seven in 10 people in England had COVID-19: Study According to Britain's Office of National Statistics (ONS), over seven out of ten people in England have had COVID-19 since the pandemic began in 2020. Watch: New rare species of crown jellyfish found in Monterey Bay by scientists in US In Monterey Bay area of the US, a new rare species of crown jellyfish has been found by scientists. What is special about it is that it looks like a scarlet alien saucer. Watch: French Elections 2022: Last leg of campaigning concludes ×

Morning news brief: 33 killed, 43 injured in Afghanistan blast, and more

As tensions rise in Koreas over weapons tests, North’s leader Kim Jong Un has thanked outgoing South Korean President Moon Jae-in for making concerted efforts to improve relations between the two nations, state media KCNA reported on Friday. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/as-tensions-rise-exchange-of-letters-of-friendship-between-leaders-in-koreas-brings-a-sigh-of-relief-472827">As tensions rise, exchange of 'letters of friendship' between leaders in Koreas brings a sigh of relief &nbsp;</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/22/256411-korea-4.jpg" />The North Korean leader has exchanged letters with Moon. This comes as several weapons tests have been carried out by Pyongyang since the beginning of this year, including the launch of intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) last month. &nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-war-satellite-images-show-200-new-graves-in-ukraines-mariupol-472830">Russia-Ukraine war: Satellite images show 200 new graves in Ukraine’s Mariupol</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/22/256413-graves.jpg" />Ukraine’s Mariupol Mayor has accused the Russian forces of hiding evidence of its “barbaric” war crimes in the strategic port city after new satellite images showed a mass burial site in the Russian-occupied village of Manhush, located about 12 miles (19km) west of Mariupol.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/over-charges-of-cocaine-importation-conspiracy-ex-honduran-president-gets-extradited-to-us-472833">Over cocaine-importation conspiracy, ex-Honduran prez gets extradited to US</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/22/256415-us-12.jpg" />For allegedly being a part of a cocaine-importation conspiracy, United States (US) government has come up with charges against former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez. The leader has also been extradited to the US, the government said on Thursday. &nbsp;

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As tensions rise in Koreas over weapons tests, North’s leader Kim Jong Un has thanked outgoing South Korean President Moon Jae-in for making concerted efforts to improve relations between the two nations, state media KCNA reported on Friday.

As tensions rise in Koreas over weapons tests, North’s leader Kim Jong Un has thanked outgoing South Korean President Moon Jae-in for making concerted efforts to improve relations between the two nations, state media KCNA reported on Friday. As tensions rise, exchange of 'letters of friendship' between leaders in Koreas brings a sigh of relief The North Korean leader has exchanged letters with Moon. This comes as several weapons tests have been carried out by Pyongyang since the beginning of this year, including the launch of intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) last month. Russia-Ukraine war: Satellite images show 200 new graves in Ukraine’s Mariupol Ukraine’s Mariupol Mayor has accused the Russian forces of hiding evidence of its “barbaric” war crimes in the strategic port city after new satellite images showed a mass burial site in the Russian-occupied village of Manhush, located about 12 miles (19km) west of Mariupol. Over cocaine-importation conspiracy, ex-Honduran prez gets extradited to US For allegedly being a part of a cocaine-importation conspiracy, United States (US) government has come up with charges against former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernandez. The leader has also been extradited to the US, the government said on Thursday. Watch | Boris Johnson in India: UK PM announced commercial agreement worth $1.3 billion Watch | Gravitas: Wimbledon bans Russian and Belarusian players

Morning news brief: Koreas making efforts to improve relations, ex-Honduran prez extradited to US and more

Here are some stories to start your day.

UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who is on a visit to India, suggested he is ready to offer more visas to Indians in return for a free trade agreement.

A plane carrying US military skydivers triggered a false alarm at the US Capitol prompting an evacuation.

Queen Elizabeth is turning 96 and there's a Barbie doll for her now!&nbsp; Click the headlines to read the stories.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india/on-day-of-indias-visit-uk-pm-faces-calls-to-apologise-for-colonial-era-massacre-of-tribals-472549">UK PM Johnson indicates more visas to Indians in return for free trade deal</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/21/256159-jonson.jpeg" />Johnson arrived in Ahmedabad city in western Gujarat state on Thursday, kick-starting his two-day visit to India. His visit comes in the backdrop of the Russia-Ukraine war and the situation in the Indo-Pacific.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/plane-carrying-skydivers-triggers-false-alarm-police-evacuate-us-capitol-over-probable-threat-472540" hreflang="en">Army plane carrying skydivers triggers false alarm at US Capitol</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/21/256145-capitol.jpg" />A plane carrying US military skydivers triggered a false alarm at the US Capitol prompting an evacuation of the complex, according to local media reports. The US Capitol Police on Wednesday evening falsely identified a military aircraft as a “probable threat”. In fact, the plane was carrying US Army's Golden Knights demonstration team parachuting into a nearby Washington Nationals game.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/britains-queen-elizabeth-gets-own-barbie-doll-and-its-adorable-472545">Britain's Queen Elizabeth gets own Barbie doll and it's adorable!</a>

<img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/21/256146-britains-queen-elizabeth-2.jpg" />Queen turns 96! On the occasion of Britain's Queen Elizabeth's Jubilee, Barbie is releasing a limited edition Queen doll, which looks absolutely adorable.&nbsp;On Thursday (April 21), US toymaker Mattel revealed that it was commemorating the monarch's 70 years on the throne with a Tribute Collection Barbie doll.&nbsp;

Watch | Le Pen, Macron trade shots over Russia, Hijab ban

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Here are some stories to start your day. UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who is on a visit to India, suggested he is ready to offer more visas to Indians in return for a free trade agreement.

Here are some stories to start your day. UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who is on a visit to India, suggested he is ready to offer more visas to Indians in return for a free trade agreement. A plane carrying US military skydivers triggered a false alarm at the US Capitol prompting an evacuation. Queen Elizabeth is turning 96 and there's a Barbie doll for her now! Click the headlines to read the stories. UK PM Johnson indicates more visas to Indians in return for free trade deal Johnson arrived in Ahmedabad city in western Gujarat state on Thursday, kick-starting his two-day visit to India. His visit comes in the backdrop of the Russia-Ukraine war and the situation in the Indo-Pacific. Army plane carrying skydivers triggers false alarm at US Capitol A plane carrying US military skydivers triggered a false alarm at the US Capitol prompting an evacuation of the complex, according to local media reports. The US Capitol Police on Wednesday evening falsely identified a military aircraft as a “probable threat”. In fact, the plane was carrying US Army's Golden Knights demonstration team parachuting into a nearby Washington Nationals game. Britain's Queen Elizabeth gets own Barbie doll and it's adorable! Queen turns 96! On the occasion of Britain's Queen Elizabeth's Jubilee, Barbie is releasing a limited edition Queen doll, which looks absolutely adorable. On Thursday (April 21), US toymaker Mattel revealed that it was commemorating the monarch's 70 years on the throne with a Tribute Collection Barbie doll. Watch | Le Pen, Macron trade shots over Russia, Hijab ban Watch | Gravitas: Killing of a protester sparks outrage in Sri Lanka

Morning brief: UK PM Johnson signals more visas for Indians, and more

As the Russia-Ukraine conflict crosses the 50 day mark, Russia has warned that the only chance for the Ukrainian troops survival in Mariupol lie in them surrendering. However, President Volodomyr Zelensky warned that the "elimination of our troops, of our men in Mariupol will put an end to any negotiations".&nbsp;In other news, keeping up its string of missile tests, North Korea has tested out a new tactical weapon.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-sets-sunday-deadline-for-ukraine-troops-to-surrender-in-mariupol-471528">Russia sets Sunday deadline for Ukraine troops to surrender in Mariupol</a>

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In Mariupol which has witnessed weeks of fighting,&nbsp;Russia's&nbsp;defence ministry declared: "Their only chance to save their lives is to voluntarily lay down their arms and surrender".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korean-leader-kim-jong-un-supervises-new-weapon-test-to-enhance-nations-tactical-capabilities-471531">North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervises new weapon test to enhance nation's 'tactical capabilities'</a>

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As per a report by Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) new agency, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has supervised the test-firing of a new kind of tactical guided weapon that will enhance the country’s “efficiency in the operation of tactical nukes”.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/musks-tweets-on-tesla-were-false-and-misleading-rules-us-court-471538">Musk's tweets on Tesla were 'false and misleading', rules US court</a>

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A US judge declared Elon Musk's tweets in 2018 in which he claimed that he had secured financing to take Tesla private were "false and misleading".

The court said Musk's tweets "recklessly made the statements with knowledge as to their falsity".&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-unique-show-of-solidarity-spanish-village-renames-itself-ukraine-471537">A unique show of solidarity: Spanish village renames itself Ukraine</a>

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Since the start of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, from offering weapons to aid, countries have come forward to help Ukraine, however, now a small Spanish village has shown its solidarity in a unique way; by changing its name.

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As the Russia-Ukraine conflict crosses the 50 day mark, Russia has warned that the only chance for the Ukrainian troops survival in Mariupol lie in them surrendering.

As the Russia-Ukraine conflict crosses the 50 day mark, Russia has warned that the only chance for the Ukrainian troops survival in Mariupol lie in them surrendering. However, President Volodomyr Zelensky warned that the "elimination of our troops, of our men in Mariupol will put an end to any negotiations". In other news, keeping up its string of missile tests, North Korea has tested out a new tactical weapon. Click on the headlines to read more: Russia sets Sunday deadline for Ukraine troops to surrender in Mariupol In Mariupol which has witnessed weeks of fighting, Russia's defence ministry declared: "Their only chance to save their lives is to voluntarily lay down their arms and surrender". North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervises new weapon test to enhance nation's 'tactical capabilities' As per a report by Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) new agency, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has supervised the test-firing of a new kind of tactical guided weapon that will enhance the country’s “efficiency in the operation of tactical nukes”. Musk's tweets on Tesla were 'false and misleading', rules US court A US judge declared Elon Musk's tweets in 2018 in which he claimed that he had secured financing to take Tesla private were "false and misleading". The court said Musk's tweets "recklessly made the statements with knowledge as to their falsity". A unique show of solidarity: Spanish village renames itself Ukraine Since the start of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, from offering weapons to aid, countries have come forward to help Ukraine, however, now a small Spanish village has shown its solidarity in a unique way; by changing its name. Watch | French Elections: Anti-far right protests across France, Le Pen calls demonstrations anti-democratic

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A&nbsp;member of the Islamic State terrorist cell nicknamed "The Beatles" has been convicted in the US,&nbsp;El Shafee Elsheikh, the convict, took part in the infamous Islamic State hostage-taking plot that led to the beheading of American journalists and aid workers.&nbsp;In other news, the US FDA has approved the first breath analyser diagnostic test for COVID-19.

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A former British citizen, a member of Islamic State, was convicted in US (Virginia) on Thursday. El Shafee Elsheikh, the convict, was member of Islamic State terrorist cell nicknamed "The Beatles" for their British accents. He took part in the infamous Islamic State hostage-taking plot that led to the beheading of American journalists and aid workers.

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A British conservative lawmaker who was recently convicted of sexually abusing a teenager back in 2008 has now resigned as a member of Parliament.&nbsp;Imran Ahmad Khan’s resignation has triggered a by-election that could very well be a test of UK PM Boris Johnson’s popularity.

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Just hours after Elon Musk offered to buy tech giant Twitter for USD 41.39 billion, the billionaire said that he was not sure if he would 'be able to acquire it'. He was speaking at TED2022 conference in Vancouver.&nbsp;

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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given emergency use authorisation to a Covid diagnostic test, that uses breath samples to provide a positive or a negative result.&nbsp;Called the ‘InspectIR’ this breath analyser Covid test detects chemical compounds associated with coronavirus in breath samples.

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A member of the Islamic State terrorist cell nicknamed "The Beatles" has been convicted in the US, El Shafee Elsheikh, the convict, took part in the infamous Islamic State hostage-taking plot that led to the beheading of American journalists and aid workers.

A member of the Islamic State terrorist cell nicknamed "The Beatles" has been convicted in the US, El Shafee Elsheikh, the convict, took part in the infamous Islamic State hostage-taking plot that led to the beheading of American journalists and aid workers. In other news, the US FDA has approved the first breath analyser diagnostic test for COVID-19. Click on the headlines to read more: Islamic State 'Beatles' cell member found guilty for beheading hostages A former British citizen, a member of Islamic State, was convicted in US (Virginia) on Thursday. El Shafee Elsheikh, the convict, was member of Islamic State terrorist cell nicknamed "The Beatles" for their British accents. He took part in the infamous Islamic State hostage-taking plot that led to the beheading of American journalists and aid workers. UK MP convicted of sexual assault against teen quits to focus on clearing his name; triggers by-elections A British conservative lawmaker who was recently convicted of sexually abusing a teenager back in 2008 has now resigned as a member of Parliament. Imran Ahmad Khan’s resignation has triggered a by-election that could very well be a test of UK PM Boris Johnson’s popularity. Elon Musk 'not sure' if he'll be able to acquire Twitter Just hours after Elon Musk offered to buy tech giant Twitter for USD 41.39 billion, the billionaire said that he was not sure if he would 'be able to acquire it'. He was speaking at TED2022 conference in Vancouver. US FDA approves emergency use of first Covid test that uses breath samples US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has given emergency use authorisation to a Covid diagnostic test, that uses breath samples to provide a positive or a negative result. Called the ‘InspectIR’ this breath analyser Covid test detects chemical compounds associated with coronavirus in breath samples. Watch | Elon Musk to 'unlock Twitter's potential', says $43 billion is his final offer for Twitter

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The Russian offensive on Ukraine is now moving toward the&nbsp;Donbas region, with the United States&nbsp;claiming that Russia is&nbsp;"repositioning" and "refocusing". As stories of the invading Russian military, employing rape as a punishment method increase, the United Nations' women's agency has raised an alarm, Moscow however has refuted these claims. In other news, the US has now begun issuing gender-neutral passports to all its citizens.&nbsp;

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Pentagon said Russian forces were amassed in Donbas region but hadn't launched an offensive as yet amid indications of renewed fighting in the area.

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Top UN officials have called for a probe of Russia's aggression against women during its invasion of Ukraine, as well as the protection of children caught up in the conflict.

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Just hours after US President Joe Biden spoke to India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a virtual summit, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said,&nbsp;"It is important that all countries, especially those with leverage, press Putin to end the war" referring to the Ukraine war.

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At a time when many states, and Republican lawmakers across the United States have been passing laws that as per critics are infringing upon LGBTQ rights, US President Joe Biden’s administration has come up with something no less than a boon. From Monday citizens in the US can now receive a passport with the gender designation “X”.

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The Russian offensive on Ukraine is now moving toward the Donbas region, with the United States claiming that Russia is "repositioning" and "refocusing". As stories of the invading Russian military, employing rape as a punishment method increase, the United Nations' women's agency has raised an alarm, Moscow however has refuted these claims.

The Russian offensive on Ukraine is now moving toward the Donbas region, with the United States claiming that Russia is "repositioning" and "refocusing". As stories of the invading Russian military, employing rape as a punishment method increase, the United Nations' women's agency has raised an alarm, Moscow however has refuted these claims. In other news, the US has now begun issuing gender-neutral passports to all its citizens. Click on the headlines to read more: 'Death for some': Russian forces surround Mariupol Pentagon said Russian forces were amassed in Donbas region but hadn't launched an offensive as yet amid indications of renewed fighting in the area. 'Sadists, rapists': Russian forces using rape as punishing tactic in Ukraine, UN women's body voices concern Top UN officials have called for a probe of Russia's aggression against women during its invasion of Ukraine, as well as the protection of children caught up in the conflict. Our purchases for the month would be less than what Europe does in an afternoon: Jaishankar on Russian oil Just hours after US President Joe Biden spoke to India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a virtual summit, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken said, "It is important that all countries, especially those with leverage, press Putin to end the war" referring to the Ukraine war. 'It feels like the world is safer': Man, woman and...'X', US starts issuing gender-neutral passports At a time when many states, and Republican lawmakers across the United States have been passing laws that as per critics are infringing upon LGBTQ rights, US President Joe Biden’s administration has come up with something no less than a boon. From Monday citizens in the US can now receive a passport with the gender designation “X”. Watch | 'Tackling Ukraine crisis' key focus of Modi-Biden's virtual talks

Morning brief: Russian forces surround Mariupol, S.Jaishankar-Anthony Blinken's virtual meet, and more