<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="5">Russia claimed&nbsp;that it had seized control of Ukraine’s second-largest power plant in the eastern Donetsk region during the battle there. In other news, over a period of two years, as the epidemic spread around the world, Wuhan served as the virus’s epicenter. Recently, one district in Wuhan has been placed under lockdown by Chinese authorities after four COVID-19 cases were reported. Health officials in Jiangxia district issued an order for residents to stay at home while mass testing is being conducted. Finally, the UNSC demanded a halt to all acts of violence after four detainees were executed by Myanmar. A democratic nationalist, a former NLP politician, and two other men were accused of killing a woman who they believed to be a military informant.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-claims-power-station-captured-in-ukraine-amid-movement-in-grain-exports-501311"><strong>Russia claims power station captured in Ukraine amid movement in grain exports</strong></a></p>

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<p>Russia has deployed its forces in the southern region even as President Zelensky's government claimed grain export is set to restart soon. Ukraine claimed it had bombed a key bridge in southern Ukraine controlled by Russian forces.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wuhan-puts-one-district-under-lockdown-after-detecting-four-covid-19-cases-501300"><strong>Wuhan puts one district under lockdown after detecting four COVID-19 cases</strong></a></p>

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<p>Wuhan's Jiangxia district had announced three days of control measures while closing cafes, bars and restaurants. Officials also closed places of worship including public transport as lockdown orders were put in force.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/unsc-condemns-myanmars-execution-of-four-detainees-and-demands-an-end-to-all-forms-of-violence-501308"><strong>UNSC condemns Myanmar’s execution of four detainees and demands an end to all forms of violence</strong></a></p>

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<p>The United Nations Security Council condemned Myanmar’s execution of four political detainees and demanded an end to all forms of violence and full respect for the law and human rights. The statement received unanimous support from 15 council members and underlined that Myanmar had hanged the men after ASEAN and others in the 10-nation bloc requested for the judgments to be overturned.</p>

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Russia claimed that it had seized control of Ukraine’s second-largest power plant in the eastern Donetsk region during the battle there. In other news, over a period of two years, as the epidemic spread around the world, Wuhan served as the virus’s epicenter.

Russia claimed that it had seized control of Ukraine’s second-largest power plant in the eastern Donetsk region during the battle there. In other news, over a period of two years, as the epidemic spread around the world, Wuhan served as the virus’s epicenter. Recently, one district in Wuhan has been placed under lockdown by Chinese authorities after four COVID-19 cases were reported. Health officials in Jiangxia district issued an order for residents to stay at home while mass testing is being conducted. Finally, the UNSC demanded a halt to all acts of violence after four detainees were executed by Myanmar. A democratic nationalist, a former NLP politician, and two other men were accused of killing a woman who they believed to be a military informant. Click on headlines to read more: Russia claims power station captured in Ukraine amid movement in grain exports Russia has deployed its forces in the southern region even as President Zelensky's government claimed grain export is set to restart soon. Ukraine claimed it had bombed a key bridge in southern Ukraine controlled by Russian forces. Wuhan puts one district under lockdown after detecting four COVID-19 cases Wuhan's Jiangxia district had announced three days of control measures while closing cafes, bars and restaurants. Officials also closed places of worship including public transport as lockdown orders were put in force. UNSC condemns Myanmar’s execution of four detainees and demands an end to all forms of violence The United Nations Security Council condemned Myanmar’s execution of four political detainees and demanded an end to all forms of violence and full respect for the law and human rights. The statement received unanimous support from 15 council members and underlined that Myanmar had hanged the men after ASEAN and others in the 10-nation bloc requested for the judgments to be overturned. Watch | Protesters storm Iraq's parliament amid protests against 'corrupt government' Watch | WION Climate Tracker | Drowning cities & rising vulnerabilities | Flooding exposes poor infrastructure

Morning news brief: Russia claims it has seized Ukraine’s power plant, UNSC condemns Myanmar execution, & more

<p>Russia will once again cut off gas supplies to Europe, dealing a blow to countries that have supported Ukraine at a time when there was a hope that the economic pressures might ease this week with the reopening of the Black Sea grain exports. In other news, during the hour-long debate facilitated by the BBC, the two candidates for the Conservative leadership Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak were seen having some heated exchanges during the first head-to-head TV debate. The former vice chancellor Sunak launched tirades against Truss’ economic ideas. The two candidates traded jabs regarding tax cuts, China, and inflation. Finally, the leader of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican City, Pope Francis, expressed regret for the “evil committed by so many Christians against the indigenous peoples” of Canada.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Despite a Russian air strike over the weekend against the Ukrainian port of Odesa, the United Nations said the first ships from Ukraine might set sail in days as part of a deal reached on Friday. The largest crisis in Europe since World War Two, now in its sixth month, is having an impact far from Ukraine as seen by rising oil prices and the prospect of famine faced by millions in impoverished countries.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/conservative-leadership-race-sparks-fly-in-first-tv-debate-between-rishi-sunak-and-liz-truss-500672"><strong>Conservative leadership race: Sparks fly in first TV debate between Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss</strong></a></p>

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<p>While Sunak said that Truss’ tax cut plan would "tip millions of people into misery" and can cost the Conservatives the next election, Truss shot back saying that tax rises brought in by her former cabinet colleague would lead to a recession.</p>

<p>Liz Truss promised that she would undo the rise in National Insurance, a planned rise in corporation tax, and would temporarily scrap green levies on energy bills to be paid for through borrowing if elected to be the leader of the Conservative Party.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-francis-laments-churchs-cooperation-in-cultural-destruction-500607"><strong>Pope Francis laments Church’s cooperation in 'cultural destruction'</strong></a></p>

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<p>Lamenting the Church’s cooperation in what he described as "cultural destruction," he kicked off a week-long trip to Canada.</p>

<p>Francis, who is the first pope to be a member of the Society of Jesus, will visit a former residential school and meet with indigenous people in Canada.</p>

<p>Francis, who is the first pope to be a member of the Society of Jesus, will visit a former residential school and meet with indigenous people in Canada.</p>

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Russia will once again cut off gas supplies to Europe, dealing a blow to countries that have supported Ukraine at a time when there was a hope that the economic pressures might ease this week with the reopening of the Black Sea grain exports.

Russia will once again cut off gas supplies to Europe, dealing a blow to countries that have supported Ukraine at a time when there was a hope that the economic pressures might ease this week with the reopening of the Black Sea grain exports. In other news, during the hour-long debate facilitated by the BBC, the two candidates for the Conservative leadership Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak were seen having some heated exchanges during the first head-to-head TV debate. The former vice chancellor Sunak launched tirades against Truss’ economic ideas. The two candidates traded jabs regarding tax cuts, China, and inflation. Finally, the leader of the Catholic Church and sovereign of the Vatican City, Pope Francis, expressed regret for the “evil committed by so many Christians against the indigenous peoples” of Canada. Click on headlines to read more: Economic revival hope after Russia-Ukraine grain deal crashes as Russia cuts gas supply to Europe Despite a Russian air strike over the weekend against the Ukrainian port of Odesa, the United Nations said the first ships from Ukraine might set sail in days as part of a deal reached on Friday. The largest crisis in Europe since World War Two, now in its sixth month, is having an impact far from Ukraine as seen by rising oil prices and the prospect of famine faced by millions in impoverished countries. Conservative leadership race: Sparks fly in first TV debate between Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss While Sunak said that Truss’ tax cut plan would "tip millions of people into misery" and can cost the Conservatives the next election, Truss shot back saying that tax rises brought in by her former cabinet colleague would lead to a recession. Liz Truss promised that she would undo the rise in National Insurance, a planned rise in corporation tax, and would temporarily scrap green levies on energy bills to be paid for through borrowing if elected to be the leader of the Conservative Party. Pope Francis laments Church’s cooperation in 'cultural destruction' Lamenting the Church’s cooperation in what he described as "cultural destruction," he kicked off a week-long trip to Canada. Francis, who is the first pope to be a member of the Society of Jesus, will visit a former residential school and meet with indigenous people in Canada. Francis, who is the first pope to be a member of the Society of Jesus, will visit a former residential school and meet with indigenous people in Canada. Watch | Kargil Vijay Diwas 2022: India commemorates 23rd anniversary of India's win over Pakistan Watch | Biden-Xi talks amidst deteriorating US-China relations | US to pass bill for microchip shortage

Morning news brief: Russia to cut off gas supplies to Europe, Liz-Sunak first TV debate gets tense and more

<p>Contender for the post of&nbsp;United Kingdom's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, has vowed a tough stance against China whom he said was the "number one threat" to domestic and global security. Reportedly, this comes after his rival Liz Truss accused him of being weak on China and Russia. In the United States too, there were mentions of China and its aggressiveness.&nbsp;Chinese military activity in the Pacific is "noticeably more aggressive," said US General Mark Milley, who also reported a considerable rise in the frequency of Chinese interceptions of US aircraft and ships, including "unsafe interactions".</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chinese-military-in-the-air-and-at-sea-has-become-significantly-more-aggressive-us-general-mark-milley-500356">Chinese military in the air and at sea has become significantly more aggressive: US General Mark Milley</a></strong></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/26/257624-mark-milley.jpg" />US General Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, warned that the Chinese military in the air and at sea has become "noticeably more aggressive" in the Pacific.</p>

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<p>On Sunday, Rishi Sunak promised that if he is chosen to replace Boris Johnson he will get tough on China. He called the country the "number one threat" to domestic and global security.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/25/281748-new-wion-2.png" />According to state media, Myanmar's Junta recently executed four prisoners, in the country's first use of capital punishment in decades. AFP reports that a former lawmaker for the unseated Aung San Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy (NLD) party was among those executed.&nbsp;</p>

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Contender for the post of United Kingdom's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, has vowed a tough stance against China whom he said was the "number one threat" to domestic and global security.

Contender for the post of United Kingdom's Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, has vowed a tough stance against China whom he said was the "number one threat" to domestic and global security. Reportedly, this comes after his rival Liz Truss accused him of being weak on China and Russia. In the United States too, there were mentions of China and its aggressiveness. Chinese military activity in the Pacific is "noticeably more aggressive," said US General Mark Milley, who also reported a considerable rise in the frequency of Chinese interceptions of US aircraft and ships, including "unsafe interactions". Click on the headlines to read more: Chinese military in the air and at sea has become significantly more aggressive: US General Mark Milley US General Mark Milley, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, warned that the Chinese military in the air and at sea has become "noticeably more aggressive" in the Pacific. 'Underdog' Rishi Sunak vows to get tough on China if he becomes the next UK PM On Sunday, Rishi Sunak promised that if he is chosen to replace Boris Johnson he will get tough on China. He called the country the "number one threat" to domestic and global security. Watch | Russian FM Sergei Lavrov is on Africa tour, offers reassurances over Russia's grain supplies Myanmar Junta executes prominent democracy campaigner & 3 others in country's 1st execution since 1988 According to state media, Myanmar's Junta recently executed four prisoners, in the country's first use of capital punishment in decades. AFP reports that a former lawmaker for the unseated Aung San Suu Kyi's National League for Democracy (NLD) party was among those executed. Watch | Pope in Canada to apologise for abuse of indigenous children

Morning news brief: China's aggressiveness in the Pacific, Myanmar Junta executes democracy advocate, & more

<p>US Secretary Antony Blinken said that the Russian missile attack on the Ukrainian Black Sea port of Odessa casts severe doubt on the reliability of Russia’s commitment to the grain deal and weakens the work of the UN, Turkey, and Ukraine to transport crucial supplies to the world markets. In other news, as per recent reports, to prevent the companies from being delisted by American regulators, Chinese officials are planning to put together a system of complex compliance with procedures. Finally, the Taliban’s foreign ministry spokesman Qahar Balkhi said that the ban on girls’ schools after the sixth grade is a temporary ban and not a permanent ban as the government is trying to find a mutual solution.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>US secretary of state Antony Blinken said the Russian missile strike on the Ukrainian Black Sea port of Odessa "casts serious doubt on the credibility of Russia's commitment to the&nbsp;deal and undermines the work of the UN, Turkey and Ukraine to get critical food to world markets."</p>

<p>Ukraine said it had shot down two Russian cruise missiles but two more hit the Odessa port putting the grain deal with Russia at risk. Ukraine's foreign ministry shot back at Russia's strike calling it a "spit in the face" even as President Zelenksy blamed Russia for not keeping its promises.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-planning-new-strategy-to-avoid-us-delistings-report-500142">China planning new strategy to avoid US delistings: Report</a></strong></p>

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<p>According to reports, Chinese authorities are preparing a system of intricate compliance methods to ensure&nbsp;their companies are&nbsp;not delisted by American regulators.</p>

<p>The Financial Times reported the move will allow US regulators to audit Chinese companies after the US insisted on transparency from Chinese and Hong Kong firms listed in the United States.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/closure-of-girls-school-in-afghanistan-temporary-not-permanent-says-talibans-spokesman-500136"><strong>Closure of girl’s school in Afghanistan temporary not permanent, says Taliban’s spokesman</strong></a></p>

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<p>But on Saturday (June 23), a foreign ministry spokesman, Qahar Balkhi during an interview with CGTN said, “this suspension is a temporary suspension, and it is not a permanent ban, it has never been called a ban.” As per Tolo News, in defense of the Taliban, the speaker claimed that the closure of schools for girls was due to the conservative attitudes of the majority of Afghans towards women and education.</p>

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US Secretary Antony Blinken said that the Russian missile attack on the Ukrainian Black Sea port of Odessa casts severe doubt on the reliability of Russia’s commitment to the grain deal and weakens the work of the UN, Turkey, and Ukraine to transport crucial supplies to the world markets.

US Secretary Antony Blinken said that the Russian missile attack on the Ukrainian Black Sea port of Odessa casts severe doubt on the reliability of Russia’s commitment to the grain deal and weakens the work of the UN, Turkey, and Ukraine to transport crucial supplies to the world markets. In other news, as per recent reports, to prevent the companies from being delisted by American regulators, Chinese officials are planning to put together a system of complex compliance with procedures. Finally, the Taliban’s foreign ministry spokesman Qahar Balkhi said that the ban on girls’ schools after the sixth grade is a temporary ban and not a permanent ban as the government is trying to find a mutual solution. Click on headlines to read more: Attack casts serious doubt on Russia's commitment to grain deal: US US secretary of state Antony Blinken said the Russian missile strike on the Ukrainian Black Sea port of Odessa "casts serious doubt on the credibility of Russia's commitment to the deal and undermines the work of the UN, Turkey and Ukraine to get critical food to world markets." Ukraine said it had shot down two Russian cruise missiles but two more hit the Odessa port putting the grain deal with Russia at risk. Ukraine's foreign ministry shot back at Russia's strike calling it a "spit in the face" even as President Zelenksy blamed Russia for not keeping its promises. China planning new strategy to avoid US delistings: Report According to reports, Chinese authorities are preparing a system of intricate compliance methods to ensure their companies are not delisted by American regulators. The Financial Times reported the move will allow US regulators to audit Chinese companies after the US insisted on transparency from Chinese and Hong Kong firms listed in the United States. Closure of girl’s school in Afghanistan temporary not permanent, says Taliban’s spokesman But on Saturday (June 23), a foreign ministry spokesman, Qahar Balkhi during an interview with CGTN said, “this suspension is a temporary suspension, and it is not a permanent ban, it has never been called a ban.” As per Tolo News, in defense of the Taliban, the speaker claimed that the closure of schools for girls was due to the conservative attitudes of the majority of Afghans towards women and education. Watch | Ryanair employees strike in Brussels, around 80 flights cancelled Watch | The Good Life: Indian fashion on a global stage

Morning news brief: US doubts Russia’s commitment, China planning to avoid US regulators and more

<p>As the US urged Russia to allow Ukrainian grain out quickly into the international market, officials signalled China to provide more grain to poor countries.&nbsp;A US official asserted that the Biden administration wants China to provide its grain stockpile to the World Food Programme(WFP) and other agencies.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/23/281319-chi1.jpg" />The development comes as Ukraine and Russia on Friday inked a deal in Istanbul to allow Ukrainian grain shipment which has been stuck since the Russian invasion in February. Reports claim there are over 25 million tonnes of wheat and other grain waiting in Ukrainian ports ready to be exported.</p>

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<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/23/281332-journo.png" />Foreign Policy magazine writer&nbsp;Lynne O'Donnell was held captive for three days for writing on the plight of women under the Taliban regime and how teenage girls are being used as sex slaves.</p>

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As the US urged Russia to allow Ukrainian grain out quickly into the international market, officials signalled China to provide more grain to poor countries. A US official asserted that the Biden administration wants China to provide its grain stockpile to the World Food Programme(WFP) and other agencies.

As the US urged Russia to allow Ukrainian grain out quickly into the international market, officials signalled China to provide more grain to poor countries. A US official asserted that the Biden administration wants China to provide its grain stockpile to the World Food Programme(WFP) and other agencies. Click on headlines to read more: China has been a very active buyer and is stockpiling grain, says US The development comes as Ukraine and Russia on Friday inked a deal in Istanbul to allow Ukrainian grain shipment which has been stuck since the Russian invasion in February. Reports claim there are over 25 million tonnes of wheat and other grain waiting in Ukrainian ports ready to be exported. 'Was detained by Taliban for writing against them', Australian journalist details her ordeal to WION Foreign Policy magazine writer Lynne O'Donnell was held captive for three days for writing on the plight of women under the Taliban regime and how teenage girls are being used as sex slaves. Rare health update on Michael Schumacher provided by close friend Jean Todt Jean Todt, the former Ferrari boss gave a rare health update on the legendary Formula 1 racer Michael Schumacher, who has not been seen in public since the tragic skiing accident in 2013. Fukushima nuclear water release plan approved: Release needs approval from locals EU tweaks sanctions on Russia; The US to provide more aid to Ukraine

Morning news brief: US accuses China of stockpiling grain, Oz journalist detained by Taliban and more

<p>Amid the ongoing war, Ukraine and Russia are set to sign a deal on Friday (July 22) aimed at reviving the blocked Black Sea grain exports. Russia's invasion of Ukraine led to a massive global food crisis.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-russia-to-sign-elusive-grain-deal-to-resume-ukraine-black-sea-exports-499586" hreflang="en">Ukraine and Russia to sign grain deal to resume Ukraine Black Sea exports</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/22/281050-russias-attack-on-ukraine.png" />Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan's office said on Thursday that Ukraine, Russia, Turkey and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will sign a deal to resume grain exports.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lankan-security-forces-demolish-main-anti-government-protest-camp-report-499588">Sri Lankan security forces demolish main anti-government protest camp: Report</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/22/281051-colombo-sri-lanka.png" />Sri Lankan armed forces raided a camp set up by anti-government protesters in the capital Colombo, media reported on Friday (July 22). This comes a day after Ranil Wickremesinghe was sworn in as the new president of the crisis-hit country.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/polio-case-found-in-new-york-city-suburb-for-the-first-time-in-nearly-a-decade-499593" hreflang="en">Polio case found in New York City suburb, first known case in nearly a decade</a></p>

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Amid the ongoing war, Ukraine and Russia are set to sign a deal on Friday (July 22) aimed at reviving the blocked Black Sea grain exports. Russia's invasion of Ukraine led to a massive global food crisis.

Amid the ongoing war, Ukraine and Russia are set to sign a deal on Friday (July 22) aimed at reviving the blocked Black Sea grain exports. Russia's invasion of Ukraine led to a massive global food crisis. Click on headlines to read more: Ukraine and Russia to sign grain deal to resume Ukraine Black Sea exports Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan's office said on Thursday that Ukraine, Russia, Turkey and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres will sign a deal to resume grain exports. Sri Lankan security forces demolish main anti-government protest camp: Report Sri Lankan armed forces raided a camp set up by anti-government protesters in the capital Colombo, media reported on Friday (July 22). This comes a day after Ranil Wickremesinghe was sworn in as the new president of the crisis-hit country. Polio case found in New York City suburb, first known case in nearly a decade Watch | Russia's closest ally Belarus says 'Let's stop this war' Watch | UK PM Race: Liz Truss posts embarrassing tweet after winning fifth round of voting

Morning news brief: Lankan forces crack down on anti-govt protesters, polio detected in New York and more

<p>Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), blamed ‘dumb bets’ made by Sri Lanka on China for the country’s current economic crisis. Since Sri Lanka ran out of foreign currency to import necessities, the South Asia Island has experienced log blackout, food, and fuel shortages, and soaring prices. In other news, US President Joe Biden and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping are scheduled to speak in the next 10 days. Currently, there is a lot of friction between the US and China particularly related to Taiwan. Finally, numerous influential figures from Central America have been added to a list of ‘corrupt and undemocratic’ people in the US. The names include former and current politicians, legislators, and business tycoons.</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/cia-chief-bill-burns-says-sri-lanka-made-dumb-bets-on-heavy-chinese-investment-499310">CIA chief Bill Burns says Sri Lanka made 'dumb bets' on heavy Chinese investment</a></strong></p>

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<p>Now, Burns said that high-debt Chinese investment by Sri Lanka's leaders was one of the major factors that led to the South Asian country's economic collapse. He noted that the Chinese have a lot of weight to throw around and they can make a very appealing case for their investments.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-president-joe-biden-plans-to-speak-with-his-chinese-counterpart-xi-jinping-499312">US President Joe Biden plans to speak with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping</a></strong></p>

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<p>After returning from a trip to Massachusetts, Biden told reporters: "I think I'll be talking to President Xi within the next 10 days." During his Massachusetts trip, Biden weighed in on climate change and its impact.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Foreign relations experts have claimed that it is extremely important for US and China to maintain cordial relations. But last month, Washington even called China a security challenge.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/judges-lawmakers-and-more-us-adds-dozens-of-central-american-big-wigs-to-a-list-of-corrupt-people-499326">Judges, lawmakers and more, US adds dozens of Central American big-wigs to a list of 'corrupt' people</a></strong></p>

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<p>El Salvadorians, Hondurans, Guatemalans, and Nicaraguans who Washington charges with wrongdoing are included on the so-called Engel List, which was established under a statute that Eliot Engel, a then-US Representative, sponsored.&nbsp;The State Department publishes the list every year. Those on the list will have their US visas cancelled and won't be allowed to enter the country.</p>

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Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), blamed ‘dumb bets’ made by Sri Lanka on China for the country’s current economic crisis. Since Sri Lanka ran out of foreign currency to import necessities, the South Asia Island has experienced log blackout, food, and fuel shortages, and soaring prices.

Director of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), blamed ‘dumb bets’ made by Sri Lanka on China for the country’s current economic crisis. Since Sri Lanka ran out of foreign currency to import necessities, the South Asia Island has experienced log blackout, food, and fuel shortages, and soaring prices. In other news, US President Joe Biden and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping are scheduled to speak in the next 10 days. Currently, there is a lot of friction between the US and China particularly related to Taiwan. Finally, numerous influential figures from Central America have been added to a list of ‘corrupt and undemocratic’ people in the US. The names include former and current politicians, legislators, and business tycoons. Click on headlines to read more: CIA chief Bill Burns says Sri Lanka made 'dumb bets' on heavy Chinese investment Now, Burns said that high-debt Chinese investment by Sri Lanka's leaders was one of the major factors that led to the South Asian country's economic collapse. He noted that the Chinese have a lot of weight to throw around and they can make a very appealing case for their investments. US President Joe Biden plans to speak with his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping After returning from a trip to Massachusetts, Biden told reporters: "I think I'll be talking to President Xi within the next 10 days." During his Massachusetts trip, Biden weighed in on climate change and its impact. Foreign relations experts have claimed that it is extremely important for US and China to maintain cordial relations. But last month, Washington even called China a security challenge. Judges, lawmakers and more, US adds dozens of Central American big-wigs to a list of 'corrupt' people El Salvadorians, Hondurans, Guatemalans, and Nicaraguans who Washington charges with wrongdoing are included on the so-called Engel List, which was established under a statute that Eliot Engel, a then-US Representative, sponsored. The State Department publishes the list every year. Those on the list will have their US visas cancelled and won't be allowed to enter the country. Watch | Gravitas: Did the CIA kill Lal Bahadur Shastri? Watch | United Kingdom: Fight between Rishi Sunak and Liz Truss for 10 Downing street

Morning news brief: CIA chief blames Sri Lanka's ‘dumb bets’ for economic crisis, Biden-Xi to meet and more

<p>Sri Lanka's acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe has declared a state of emergency. The decision comes as the Sri Lanka faces unprecedented economic crisis. In other news, second debate between PM hopefuls within UK's Conservative Party saw many barbs and derision. Check out our morning news brief.</p>

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The decision from President Ranil Wickremesinghe to declare a state of emergency has come amid unprecedented economic crisis in the country that has seen acute shortage of food, fuel and medicines</p>

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Sri Lanka's acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe has declared a state of emergency. The decision comes as the Sri Lanka faces unprecedented economic crisis. In other news, second debate between PM hopefuls within UK's Conservative Party saw many barbs and derision.

Sri Lanka's acting President Ranil Wickremesinghe has declared a state of emergency. The decision comes as the Sri Lanka faces unprecedented economic crisis. In other news, second debate between PM hopefuls within UK's Conservative Party saw many barbs and derision. Check out our morning news brief. Sri Lanka President Ranil Wickremesinghe declares state of emergency The decision from President Ranil Wickremesinghe to declare a state of emergency has come amid unprecedented economic crisis in the country that has seen acute shortage of food, fuel and medicines Second live TV debate between PM hopefuls in Conservative Party sees heated exchanges As race to become UK's next PM becomes narrower, the candidates are getting more aggressive in their attacks on the opponents 'Good guy with a gun': 3 killed in mass shooting in Indiana, armed onlooker saves the day This is the latest tragedy in a spate of gun violence plaguing the country. The latest shooting comes just days after a similar incident at a July 4 parade in a Chicago suburb claimed seven lives Russian journalist who dared to criticise Vladimir Putin picked up by police while walking dogs According to AFP, her arrest came just days after Ovsyannikova demonstrated alone near the Kremlin with a sign criticising Russia's presence in Ukraine and President Vladimir Putin. Watch | Thousands evacuated across southwest Europe due to wildfires; over 12,000 hectares of land destroyed ×

Morning news brief: Emergency in Sri Lanka, second Tory debate, more news

<p>US President Joe Biden failed to win oil and security commitments from the Gulf leaders during the Arab Summit in Jeddah.&nbsp;His visit was primarily intended to ask the leaders if the oil-rich Gulf to pump more oil, which would lower gas prices in the US.&nbsp; In other news, Iran imposed sanctions on 61 Americans including former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, who had been sanctioned for supporting the Iranian dissident group, Mujahideen-e-Khalq (MEK). Finally, thousands of Hungarians protested against Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s govt after his party passed legislation raising taxes on small businesses.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Notably, the summit was being held in the back of soaring relations between US and Saudi over Biden’s outspoken condemnation of Saudi Arabia’s human rights record and murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, where the US leader vowed to make the Gulf nation a “pariah state”.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-imposes-sanctions-on-61-americans-including-mike-pompeo-for-supporting-dissident-group-498109"><strong>Iran imposes sanctions on 61 Americans including Mike Pompeo for supporting dissident group</strong></a></p>

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<p>As per the Iranian state media, Rudy Giuliani, the personal attorney for Republican former President Donald Trump, and John Bolton, a former national security adviser in the White House, were among those who were placed on the blacklist by the country’s foreign ministry for endorsing the exiled dissident organisation Mujahideen-e-Khalq (MEK).</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/thousands-of-hungarians-protest-against-viktor-orbans-reforms-498097"><strong>Thousands of Hungarians protest against Viktor Orban’s reforms</strong></a></p>

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<p>The inflation rate is at its worst level in two decades, the forint is at record lows, and European Union funding is in limbo due to a dispute over democratic principles, posing the hardest challenge nationalist Orban has faced since sweeping into power in 2010.</p>

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US President Joe Biden failed to win oil and security commitments from the Gulf leaders during the Arab Summit in Jeddah. His visit was primarily intended to ask the leaders if the oil-rich Gulf to pump more oil, which would lower gas prices in the US.

US President Joe Biden failed to win oil and security commitments from the Gulf leaders during the Arab Summit in Jeddah. His visit was primarily intended to ask the leaders if the oil-rich Gulf to pump more oil, which would lower gas prices in the US. In other news, Iran imposed sanctions on 61 Americans including former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, who had been sanctioned for supporting the Iranian dissident group, Mujahideen-e-Khalq (MEK). Finally, thousands of Hungarians protested against Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s govt after his party passed legislation raising taxes on small businesses. Click on headlines to read more: US President Joe Biden fails to win oil and security commitments at Arab Summit: Report Notably, the summit was being held in the back of soaring relations between US and Saudi over Biden’s outspoken condemnation of Saudi Arabia’s human rights record and murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi, where the US leader vowed to make the Gulf nation a “pariah state”. Iran imposes sanctions on 61 Americans including Mike Pompeo for supporting dissident group As per the Iranian state media, Rudy Giuliani, the personal attorney for Republican former President Donald Trump, and John Bolton, a former national security adviser in the White House, were among those who were placed on the blacklist by the country’s foreign ministry for endorsing the exiled dissident organisation Mujahideen-e-Khalq (MEK). Thousands of Hungarians protest against Viktor Orban’s reforms The inflation rate is at its worst level in two decades, the forint is at record lows, and European Union funding is in limbo due to a dispute over democratic principles, posing the hardest challenge nationalist Orban has faced since sweeping into power in 2010. Gravitas Plus: Can Sri Lanka fix itself? Watch | Race for Tory leadership heats up as reports suggest PM favours Truss as successor

Morning news brief: Joe Biden fails to secure oil commitments, Iran imposes sanction on 61 Americans and more

<p>Ripudaman Singh Malik, the acquitted suspect in the 1985 Air India bombings in which 331 people died&nbsp;was shot dead in Canada. In other news, Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro has claimed that he&nbsp;knows how to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and that he will be sharing the information with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saudi-to-open-airspace-to-all-including-israel-us-hails-decision-as-result-of-bidens-persistent-diplomacy-497478">Saudi to open airspace to all including Israel, US hails decision as result of Biden's 'persistent diplomacy'</a></strong></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/15/279293-new-wion-39.png" />Saudi Arabia has declared that it will ease restrictions on "all carriers" operating in&nbsp;its airspace. US President Joe Biden who will be visiting the Kingdom soon welcomed the "historic" decision as an attempt at defusing tensions with Israel.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italy-pm-mario-draghi-resigns-as-coalition-party-withdrew-its-support-in-confidence-vote-497437">Italian PM says he will resign amid political crisis; president refuses to accept Draghi's resignation</a></strong></p>

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<p>Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi on Thursday (July 14) said that he will resign from the post. Amid political crisis, Draghi told his cabinet: "I want to announce that this evening I will hand in my resignation to the president."&nbsp;</p>

<p>But the&nbsp;Italian&nbsp;President Sergio Mattarella has refused to consider the resignation.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazils-jair-bolsonaro-says-he-knows-how-the-russia-ukraine-war-could-be-resolved-497471">Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro says he knows how the Russia-Ukraine war could be resolved</a></strong></p>

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<p>Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro on Thursday (July 14) said that he knows how the war between Russia and Ukraine could be "resolved". The Brazilian President said that he will pitch his suggestions to the Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/who-is-ripudaman-singh-malik-1985-air-india-bombing-suspect-and-sikh-philanthropist-shot-dead-in-canada-497470">Who is Ripudaman Singh Malik? Acquitted suspect in 1985 Air India bombing shot dead in Canada</a></strong></p>

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<p>Ripudaman Singh Malik, the acquitted suspect in the 1985 Air India bombings was shot dead in Canada, news agencies reported on Thursday (July 14) quoting local media. The apparent targeted shooting killed the founder of Khalsa Credit Union in Vancouver while he was on his way to his office.&nbsp;</p>

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Ripudaman Singh Malik, the acquitted suspect in the 1985 Air India bombings in which 331 people died was shot dead in Canada. In other news, Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro has claimed that he knows how to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and that he will be sharing the information with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Ripudaman Singh Malik, the acquitted suspect in the 1985 Air India bombings in which 331 people died was shot dead in Canada. In other news, Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro has claimed that he knows how to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and that he will be sharing the information with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Click on the headlines to read more: Saudi to open airspace to all including Israel, US hails decision as result of Biden's 'persistent diplomacy' Saudi Arabia has declared that it will ease restrictions on "all carriers" operating in its airspace. US President Joe Biden who will be visiting the Kingdom soon welcomed the "historic" decision as an attempt at defusing tensions with Israel. Italian PM says he will resign amid political crisis; president refuses to accept Draghi's resignation Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi on Thursday (July 14) said that he will resign from the post. Amid political crisis, Draghi told his cabinet: "I want to announce that this evening I will hand in my resignation to the president." But the Italian President Sergio Mattarella has refused to consider the resignation. Brazil's Jair Bolsonaro says he knows how the Russia-Ukraine war could be resolved Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro on Thursday (July 14) said that he knows how the war between Russia and Ukraine could be "resolved". The Brazilian President said that he will pitch his suggestions to the Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky. Who is Ripudaman Singh Malik? Acquitted suspect in 1985 Air India bombing shot dead in Canada Ripudaman Singh Malik, the acquitted suspect in the 1985 Air India bombings was shot dead in Canada, news agencies reported on Thursday (July 14) quoting local media. The apparent targeted shooting killed the founder of Khalsa Credit Union in Vancouver while he was on his way to his office. Watch | Sri Lankans celebrate ex-President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's resignation

Morning news brief: Italy's president refuses PM Draghi's resignation, Saudi opens airspace to Israel, & more

<p>A nationwide curfew has been imposed until Thursday morning in Sri Lanka in the wake of intensifying protests against the government. In other news, the United States saw a new high for inflation in June of 9.1 per cent.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/live-sri-lanka-crisis-president-gotabaya-rajapaksa-flees-to-maldives-india-denies-felicitating-escape-496863">Live Sri Lanka crisis: Rajapaksa to depart from Maldives for Singapore in private jet - Report</a></p>

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<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/13/278907-00032ec2vr.jpg" />Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa flew out of the country early Wednesday in a military plane heading to the neighbouring Maldives, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) has confirmed. According to reports, the president, his wife and two bodyguards have landed in Male.</p>

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<p>The US Labor Department has reported that this 9.1 per cent CPI spike over the past 12 months to June was the fastest increase in 40 years, the last such increase was witnessed in November 1981. The fast-rising costs have placed an excessive burden on American families and jeopardised US President Joe Biden's already shaky approval ratings.</p>

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<p>Hollywood actress Amber Heard's demand for a new trial in her defamation case with ex-husband Johnny Depp has been rejected by a Virginia judge on Wednesday (July 13).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The "Aquaman" actress Heard lost the defamation case with Depp in June and was ordered to pay $10.35 million in damages to her ex-husband. She had "defamed" the "Pirates of the Caribbean" star in a newspaper article, jury in Fairfax County had ruled.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;UK: 6 candidates advance to next round of Tory leadership race</strong></p>

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<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Sri Lanka on edge after President Gotabaya flees | Crisis triggers chaos in Colombo again</strong></p>

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A nationwide curfew has been imposed until Thursday morning in Sri Lanka in the wake of intensifying protests against the government. In other news, the United States saw a new high for inflation in June of 9.

A nationwide curfew has been imposed until Thursday morning in Sri Lanka in the wake of intensifying protests against the government. In other news, the United States saw a new high for inflation in June of 9.1 per cent. Click on headlines to read: Live Sri Lanka crisis: Rajapaksa to depart from Maldives for Singapore in private jet - Report Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa flew out of the country early Wednesday in a military plane heading to the neighbouring Maldives, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) has confirmed. According to reports, the president, his wife and two bodyguards have landed in Male. US witnesses 40 year high spike in customer prices The US Labor Department has reported that this 9.1 per cent CPI spike over the past 12 months to June was the fastest increase in 40 years, the last such increase was witnessed in November 1981. The fast-rising costs have placed an excessive burden on American families and jeopardised US President Joe Biden's already shaky approval ratings. Amber Heard's demand for a new trial with Johnny Depp rejected by US judge Hollywood actress Amber Heard's demand for a new trial in her defamation case with ex-husband Johnny Depp has been rejected by a Virginia judge on Wednesday (July 13). The "Aquaman" actress Heard lost the defamation case with Depp in June and was ordered to pay $10.35 million in damages to her ex-husband. She had "defamed" the "Pirates of the Caribbean" star in a newspaper article, jury in Fairfax County had ruled. Watch | UK: 6 candidates advance to next round of Tory leadership race Watch | Sri Lanka on edge after President Gotabaya flees | Crisis triggers chaos in Colombo again

Morning news brief: Gotabaya Rajapaksa to fly off to Singapore, Amber Heard’s request rejected & more

<p>Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa along with his wife and bodyguard left the country early on Wednesday (July 13) in a military plane, for the neighbouring Maldives amidst widespread protests against him. In other news, Twitter sued Elon Musk, the founder of Tesla and Space X for breaking the $44 billion deal to buy the company. Finally, footage recently made public by the authorities revealed that the cops in the US delayed more than an hour before entering the classroom during the mass shooting that happened on May 4 at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lankan-president-gotabaya-rajapaksa-flies-out-of-country-officials-say-496832"><strong>Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa flies out of country, lands in Maldives</strong></a></p>

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<p>Amid the widespread protests over the country's worst economic crisis, Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa flew out of the country early Wednesday in a military plane heading to the neighbouring Maldives, news agency AFP reported, quoting local officials. News agencies confirmed that he landed in the Maldives.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/a-model-of-hypocrisy-twitter-sues-elon-musk-for-violating-44-billion-deal-496835"><strong>'A model of hypocrisy': Twitter sues Elon Musk for violating $44 billion deal</strong></a></p>

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<p>Twitter sued Tesla and SpaceX chief Elon Musk on Tuesday (July 12) for breaching the $44 billion contract he had signed to buy the tech firm. As per the court documents, the social media giant called Musk's exit strategy "a model of hypocrisy".&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the court filing, Twitter has asked a Delaware court to order Musk to complete the merger at the agreed $54.20 per Twitter share.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-police-response-abject-failure-as-chilling-video-shows-hesitant-response-to-uvalde-school-shooting-496846"><strong>WATCH | Police response 'abject failure' as chilling video shows hesitant response to Uvalde school shooting</strong></a></p>

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<p>The latest video revealed by authorities showed that the police waited for more than an hour before breaching the classroom during the mass shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The mass shooting on May 4 at an elementary school in Uvalde shocked the nation. The attack by an 18-year-old local, identified as Salvador Ramos, killed 21 people, including small children.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Gravitas: Pakistan's financial hub ravaged by floods</strong></p>

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<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;United Kingdom: 8 leaders in race for the next UK PM and conservative leadership</strong></p>

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Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa along with his wife and bodyguard left the country early on Wednesday (July 13) in a military plane, for the neighbouring Maldives amidst widespread protests against him.

Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa along with his wife and bodyguard left the country early on Wednesday (July 13) in a military plane, for the neighbouring Maldives amidst widespread protests against him. In other news, Twitter sued Elon Musk, the founder of Tesla and Space X for breaking the $44 billion deal to buy the company. Finally, footage recently made public by the authorities revealed that the cops in the US delayed more than an hour before entering the classroom during the mass shooting that happened on May 4 at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas. Click on headlines to read more: Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa flies out of country, lands in Maldives Amid the widespread protests over the country's worst economic crisis, Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa flew out of the country early Wednesday in a military plane heading to the neighbouring Maldives, news agency AFP reported, quoting local officials. News agencies confirmed that he landed in the Maldives. 'A model of hypocrisy': Twitter sues Elon Musk for violating $44 billion deal Twitter sued Tesla and SpaceX chief Elon Musk on Tuesday (July 12) for breaching the $44 billion contract he had signed to buy the tech firm. As per the court documents, the social media giant called Musk's exit strategy "a model of hypocrisy". As per the court filing, Twitter has asked a Delaware court to order Musk to complete the merger at the agreed $54.20 per Twitter share. WATCH | Police response 'abject failure' as chilling video shows hesitant response to Uvalde school shooting The latest video revealed by authorities showed that the police waited for more than an hour before breaching the classroom during the mass shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde, Texas. The mass shooting on May 4 at an elementary school in Uvalde shocked the nation. The attack by an 18-year-old local, identified as Salvador Ramos, killed 21 people, including small children. Watch | Gravitas: Pakistan's financial hub ravaged by floods Watch | United Kingdom: 8 leaders in race for the next UK PM and conservative leadership

Morning news brief: Gotabaya Rajapaksa flees to Maldives, Twitter sues Elon Musk, and more

<p>Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), for which the country's ex-prime minister was campaigning at the time of his assassination has achieved a big win in elections.&nbsp;The LDP-Komeito coalition raised its combined share in the 248-seat chamber to 146 in the elections for half of the upper house seats, significantly exceeding the majority. In other news war-torn Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has slammed claimed that there's a "pause" in Russian attacks on his country.</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/live-sri-lanka-crisis-protesters-will-occupy-palace-until-leaders-go-496234">Live | Sri Lanka crisis: Protesters 'will occupy palace until leaders go'</a></strong></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/11/278189-new-wion-21.png" />The day after the Sri Lankan president and prime minister decided to step down, putting the nation in political limbo, protest movement leaders in Sri Lanka declared on Sunday that they would occupy the president's and prime minister's homes until they formally resigned.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japans-ruling-coalition-party-achieves-significant-victory-following-shinzo-abes-death-496222">Following Shinzo Abe’s death, Japan's ruling&nbsp;coalition party achieves significant victory</a></strong></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/11/278179-untitled-design-15.png" />Japan’s ruling party, the Liberal Democratic Party, and its coalition partner, Komeito, won a significant victory in a parliamentary vote on Sunday, which&nbsp;will allow Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to continue his tenure in office until the next scheduled election in 2025.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/34-airstrikes-in-the-past-24-hours-zelensky-says-there-is-no-pause-in-russian-attacks-496227">Russia-Ukraine war: '34 airstrikes in past 24 hours', Zelensky says there is no 'pause' in Moscow's attacks</a></strong></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/11/278182-new-wion-17.png" />Ukraine's<strong>&nbsp;</strong>President in his nightly address on Sunday said that there was no let-up in air strikes from the aggressor Russia, on Ukraine.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/its-getting-crowded-in-the-tory-leader-race-liz-truss-joins-10-contenders-in-a-bid-to-replace-boris-johnson-496218">It's getting crowded in the Tory leader race, Liz Truss joins 10 contenders in a bid to replace Boris Johnson</a></strong></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/11/278176-new-wion-16.png" />United Kingdom's foreign minister Liz Truss has joined the race to become Tory&nbsp;leader and the nation's next prime minister. Truss entered the fractious contest on Sunday, by announcing her candidacy in the Daily Telegraph newspaper.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/twitter-hires-top-legal-firm-to-sue-elon-musk-after-pulling-out-of-44-billion-deal-496215">Twitter hires top legal firm to sue Elon Musk for pulling out of $44 billion deal</a></strong></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/05/06/260101-untitled-design-9.png" />The conflict between Tesla CEO Elon Musk and social networking site Twitter seems to be headed for a legal battle after Musk pulled out of the $44 billion takeover deal.</p>

<p><strong>Sri Lanka: Protesters storm Presiden</strong><strong>t Gotabaya Rajapaksa's home, 'Won't leave till he resigns'</strong></p>

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Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), for which the country's ex-prime minister was campaigning at the time of his assassination has achieved a big win in elections.

Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), for which the country's ex-prime minister was campaigning at the time of his assassination has achieved a big win in elections. The LDP-Komeito coalition raised its combined share in the 248-seat chamber to 146 in the elections for half of the upper house seats, significantly exceeding the majority. In other news war-torn Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has slammed claimed that there's a "pause" in Russian attacks on his country. Click on the headlines to read more: Live | Sri Lanka crisis: Protesters 'will occupy palace until leaders go' The day after the Sri Lankan president and prime minister decided to step down, putting the nation in political limbo, protest movement leaders in Sri Lanka declared on Sunday that they would occupy the president's and prime minister's homes until they formally resigned. Following Shinzo Abe’s death, Japan's ruling coalition party achieves significant victory Japan’s ruling party, the Liberal Democratic Party, and its coalition partner, Komeito, won a significant victory in a parliamentary vote on Sunday, which will allow Prime Minister Fumio Kishida to continue his tenure in office until the next scheduled election in 2025. Russia-Ukraine war: '34 airstrikes in past 24 hours', Zelensky says there is no 'pause' in Moscow's attacks Ukraine's President in his nightly address on Sunday said that there was no let-up in air strikes from the aggressor Russia, on Ukraine. It's getting crowded in the Tory leader race, Liz Truss joins 10 contenders in a bid to replace Boris Johnson United Kingdom's foreign minister Liz Truss has joined the race to become Tory leader and the nation's next prime minister. Truss entered the fractious contest on Sunday, by announcing her candidacy in the Daily Telegraph newspaper. Twitter hires top legal firm to sue Elon Musk for pulling out of $44 billion deal The conflict between Tesla CEO Elon Musk and social networking site Twitter seems to be headed for a legal battle after Musk pulled out of the $44 billion takeover deal. Sri Lanka: Protesters storm President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's home, 'Won't leave till he resigns'

Morning news brief: Sri Lanka turmoil live updates, UK election race updates, and more

<p>In UK’s controversial Tory leadership campaign, eight candidates have already entered after embattled British PM Boris Johnson submitted his resignation amid rising discontent. The names include former health ministers Sajid Javid and Jeremy hunt, as well as the current Chancellor of the Exchequer Nadhim Zahawi. In other news, the ongoing economic crisis in Sri Lanka has taken yet another dramatic turn, after the Speaker of the House Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena announced the resignation of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, who had to flee after a mob overran&nbsp;his residence. This has prompted&nbsp;the US to urge Sri Lankan officials to take immediate action and find long-term solutions after the resignation. Finally, US Secretary Antony Blinken will extend his Asia trip to visit Japan to pay his condolences to Japan for the loss of former prime minister Shinzo Abe.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eight-tory-lawmakers-including-the-treacherous-rishi-sunak-announce-their-bid-to-replace-boris-johnson-495984"><strong>Eight Tory lawmakers, including the 'treacherous' Rishi Sunak announce their bid to replace Boris Johnson</strong></a></p>

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<p>Suella Braverman, the attorney general, former equalities minister Kemi Badenoch, and Tory backbencher Tom Tugendhat have also declared their candidacies.&nbsp;Foreign Secretary Liz Truss is also expected to join the race on Monday.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-in-crisis-us-demands-authorities-for-immediate-and-long-term-solutions-to-overcome-discontent-495988"><strong>Sri Lanka in crisis: US demands immediate and long-term solutions to overcome 'discontent'</strong></a></p>

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<p>The US condemned violence on Saturday (July 10) when the mob reached the president’s house and also issued warnings against journalists and protesters.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-mourns-for-shinzo-abe-blinken-to-visit-japan-to-pay-condolences-yellen-cancels-speech-in-deference-496000"><strong>US mourns for Shinzo Abe: Blinken to visit Japan to pay condolences, Yellen cancels speech in deference</strong></a></p>

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<p>The State Department announced late on Saturday (July 9)&nbsp;that US Secretary Antony Blinken would be extending his travel to Asia to include a stop in Tokyo so that he could express his condolences to the Japanese for the loss of the minister and meet with&nbsp;authorities.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;</strong><strong>Reports: Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to resign</strong></p>

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<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;</strong><strong>Shinzo Abe assassinated: Japan's longest-serving &amp; youngest post-war PM</strong></p>

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In UK’s controversial Tory leadership campaign, eight candidates have already entered after embattled British PM Boris Johnson submitted his resignation amid rising discontent.

In UK’s controversial Tory leadership campaign, eight candidates have already entered after embattled British PM Boris Johnson submitted his resignation amid rising discontent. The names include former health ministers Sajid Javid and Jeremy hunt, as well as the current Chancellor of the Exchequer Nadhim Zahawi. In other news, the ongoing economic crisis in Sri Lanka has taken yet another dramatic turn, after the Speaker of the House Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena announced the resignation of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, who had to flee after a mob overran his residence. This has prompted the US to urge Sri Lankan officials to take immediate action and find long-term solutions after the resignation. Finally, US Secretary Antony Blinken will extend his Asia trip to visit Japan to pay his condolences to Japan for the loss of former prime minister Shinzo Abe. Click on headlines to read more: Eight Tory lawmakers, including the 'treacherous' Rishi Sunak announce their bid to replace Boris Johnson Suella Braverman, the attorney general, former equalities minister Kemi Badenoch, and Tory backbencher Tom Tugendhat have also declared their candidacies. Foreign Secretary Liz Truss is also expected to join the race on Monday. Sri Lanka in crisis: US demands immediate and long-term solutions to overcome 'discontent' The US condemned violence on Saturday (July 10) when the mob reached the president’s house and also issued warnings against journalists and protesters. US mourns for Shinzo Abe: Blinken to visit Japan to pay condolences, Yellen cancels speech in deference The State Department announced late on Saturday (July 9) that US Secretary Antony Blinken would be extending his travel to Asia to include a stop in Tokyo so that he could express his condolences to the Japanese for the loss of the minister and meet with authorities. Watch | Reports: Sri Lanka President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to resign Watch | Shinzo Abe assassinated: Japan's longest-serving & youngest post-war PM

Morning news brief: US demands immediate solution to Sri Lanka crisis, UK political turmoil and more

<p>A day after the assassination of Japan's former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe the country has vowed to not bow down to violence. Political parties have announced that they will campaign today, the last day before polling starts on Sunday. In other news, on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Bali, Chinese&nbsp;Foreign Minister Wang Yi and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken&nbsp;diplomats held talks in what was their&nbsp;first in-person meeting since October. Finally, the Elon Musk-Twitter saga has taken yet another dramatic turn.</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-china-top-diplomats-reach-consensus-on-not-seeking-new-cold-war-on-the-sidelines-of-g20-summit-495735">US-China top diplomats reach consensus on not seeking new 'Cold War' on sidelines of G20 summit</a></strong></p>

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<p>The top diplomats from the United States and China voiced guarded hope Saturday of preventing tensions from spiralling out of control as they held rare talks on the Indonesian island of Bali, after attending a G20 summit where the top U.S. diplomat led efforts to pressure Russia over its war in Ukraine.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-refuses-to-bow-down-to-violence-election-campaign-to-resume-today-495727">Japan refuses to bow down to violence, election campaign to resume today</a></strong></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/09/277674-new-wion-98.png" />A day after Japan's former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was assassinated by a gunman in the western city of Nara, campaigning for the approaching elections is set to resume on Saturday (July 9th), the final day of campaigning before voting on Sunday (July 10th).</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-compromise-too-far-as-russia-curbs-gas-flow-germany-restarts-its-coal-power-plants-495742">A compromise too far? As Russia curbs gas flow, Germany restarts its coal power plants to avoid blackmail</a></strong></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/09/277704-new-wion-2022-07-09t094649170.png" />Amid fears of gas shortages with Russia curbing capacity, Germany's two houses of Parliament have taken the "painful but necessary" decision to reactivate the country's coal-fired power plants in order to support electricity generation.</p>

<p title="title"><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/wion-explains-the-elon-musk-controversy-and-the-current-top-shareholders-of-twitter-471576">Tesla CEO pulls out of $44 bn deal; Here's the Elon Musk-Twitter saga; from hostile bid to the abandoned</a></strong><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/wion-explains-the-elon-musk-controversy-and-the-current-top-shareholders-of-twitter-471576"> deal</a></strong></p>

<p title="title"><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/photo_gallery/public/2022/04/17/255250-fqtgbc-xoayqkj0.jpeg" />It has been a whirlwind of a situation, featuring controversial Twitter polls, a will he - won’t he situation with Elon Musk joining the Twitter board, a ‘poison pill’ plan and finally the purchase. But, now in yet another dramatic turn, the deal has turned sour. Musk has withdrawn from the $44 billion deal. Take a look at how the saga unfolded.</p>

<p title="title"><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Twitter vows legal action after Elon Musk terminates $44 billion buyout deal</strong></p>

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A day after the assassination of Japan's former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe the country has vowed to not bow down to violence. Political parties have announced that they will campaign today, the last day before polling starts on Sunday.

A day after the assassination of Japan's former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe the country has vowed to not bow down to violence. Political parties have announced that they will campaign today, the last day before polling starts on Sunday. In other news, on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Bali, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken diplomats held talks in what was their first in-person meeting since October. Finally, the Elon Musk-Twitter saga has taken yet another dramatic turn. Click on the headlines to read more: US-China top diplomats reach consensus on not seeking new 'Cold War' on sidelines of G20 summit The top diplomats from the United States and China voiced guarded hope Saturday of preventing tensions from spiralling out of control as they held rare talks on the Indonesian island of Bali, after attending a G20 summit where the top U.S. diplomat led efforts to pressure Russia over its war in Ukraine. Japan refuses to bow down to violence, election campaign to resume today A day after Japan's former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was assassinated by a gunman in the western city of Nara, campaigning for the approaching elections is set to resume on Saturday (July 9th), the final day of campaigning before voting on Sunday (July 10th). A compromise too far? As Russia curbs gas flow, Germany restarts its coal power plants to avoid blackmail Amid fears of gas shortages with Russia curbing capacity, Germany's two houses of Parliament have taken the "painful but necessary" decision to reactivate the country's coal-fired power plants in order to support electricity generation. Tesla CEO pulls out of $44 bn deal; Here's the Elon Musk-Twitter saga; from hostile bid to the abandoned deal It has been a whirlwind of a situation, featuring controversial Twitter polls, a will he - won’t he situation with Elon Musk joining the Twitter board, a ‘poison pill’ plan and finally the purchase. But, now in yet another dramatic turn, the deal has turned sour. Musk has withdrawn from the $44 billion deal. Take a look at how the saga unfolded. Watch | Twitter vows legal action after Elon Musk terminates $44 billion buyout deal

Morning news brief: Elon Musk abandons Twitter deal, Japan refuses to bow down to violence, and more

<p>In a disturbing incident, Japan's former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was shot at while delivering a speech, while the Japanese government has confirmed the shooting, as of yet no formal update is available on the condition of the former premier. In other news, ex-cop Derek Chauvin who last year accepted his role in the death of black man George Floyd has now been sentenced to an additional 20 years in prison on top of the&nbsp;22-and-a-half-year sentence that the white cop is already serving for murder.</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japans-former-prime-minister-shinzo-abe-shot-in-nara-city-495443">Watch: Shinzo Abe, Japan's former prime minister, shot, showing no vital signs</a></strong></p>

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<p>Japan’s former prime minister Shinzo Abe was shot while giving a speech in western Japan’s Nara prefecture.&nbsp;News agency AFP citing local media said that Abe is showing no vital signs after the attack. He was reportedly shot in the chest.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/from-sadness-to-hoping-for-more-professional-people-heres-how-the-world-reacted-to-boris-johnsons-exit-495444">From 'sadness' to hoping for 'more professional people' here's how the world reacted to Boris Johnson's exit</a></strong></p>

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<p>On Thursday (July 7th) United Kingdom premier Boris Johnson stepped down from his position as the leader of the Conservative Party. His resignation has paved the way for new leadership. Johnson, who resigned as Tory leader after a string of scandals and the exodus of his supporters, sparked strong reactions from many nations and world leaders and caused a division of opinion on the international scene.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/derek-chauvin-sentenced-to-more-than-20-years-in-prison-for-violating-george-floyds-rights-495431">Derek Chauvin sentenced to more than 20 years in prison for violating George Floyd's rights</a></strong></p>

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<p>Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer who was convicted of the murder of George Floyd, was sentenced to more than 20 years in prison for denying civil rights to his victim.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-johnny-depp-to-make-a-comeback-to-acting-with-this-netflix-backed-film-495435">Johnny Depp to make a comeback to acting with this Netflix-backed film</a></strong></p>

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<p>Johnny Depp, who hogged headlines last month when he won a defamation case against ex-wife Amber Heard, is returning to acting with a French period film titled ‘La Favorite’, reported Bloomberg. Depp will play the role of King Louis XV, who ruled the country from 1715 to 1774.</p>

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In a disturbing incident, Japan's former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was shot at while delivering a speech, while the Japanese government has confirmed the shooting, as of yet no formal update is available on the condition of the former premier.

In a disturbing incident, Japan's former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was shot at while delivering a speech, while the Japanese government has confirmed the shooting, as of yet no formal update is available on the condition of the former premier. In other news, ex-cop Derek Chauvin who last year accepted his role in the death of black man George Floyd has now been sentenced to an additional 20 years in prison on top of the 22-and-a-half-year sentence that the white cop is already serving for murder. Click on the headlines to read more: Watch: Shinzo Abe, Japan's former prime minister, shot, showing no vital signs Japan’s former prime minister Shinzo Abe was shot while giving a speech in western Japan’s Nara prefecture. News agency AFP citing local media said that Abe is showing no vital signs after the attack. He was reportedly shot in the chest. From 'sadness' to hoping for 'more professional people' here's how the world reacted to Boris Johnson's exit On Thursday (July 7th) United Kingdom premier Boris Johnson stepped down from his position as the leader of the Conservative Party. His resignation has paved the way for new leadership. Johnson, who resigned as Tory leader after a string of scandals and the exodus of his supporters, sparked strong reactions from many nations and world leaders and caused a division of opinion on the international scene. Derek Chauvin sentenced to more than 20 years in prison for violating George Floyd's rights Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer who was convicted of the murder of George Floyd, was sentenced to more than 20 years in prison for denying civil rights to his victim. Johnny Depp to make a comeback to acting with this Netflix-backed film Johnny Depp, who hogged headlines last month when he won a defamation case against ex-wife Amber Heard, is returning to acting with a French period film titled ‘La Favorite’, reported Bloomberg. Depp will play the role of King Louis XV, who ruled the country from 1715 to 1774. Watch | Six prominent Russian tycoons dies in mysterious circumstances this year

Morning news brief: Former Japan PM Shinzo Abe feared dead, World reacts to Johnson's resignation, & more

<p>Business leaders were forewarned by the intelligence chiefs of UK and US that China is attempting to steal technologies for a competitive benefit, which might lead to major security breaches. In other news, political crisis in the UK grows as Prime Minister Boris Johnson has sacked another Cabinet minister, Michael Gove.</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-and-uk-intelligence-chiefs-raises-fresh-alarm-on-chinas-industrial-spies-495149">US and UK intelligence chiefs raises fresh alarm on China's industrial spies</a></strong></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/07/277108-11.jpg" />FBI Director Christopher Wray and his MI5 counterpart Ken McCallum said that the concerns of economic espionage commissioned by China continues to be a major problem and hacking operations by the country can be used to “stifle dissent abroad”.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-detains-several-foreign-nationals-including-british-diplomat-for-spying-495114">Iran detains several foreign nationals, including British diplomat, for 'spying'</a></strong></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/18/271813-iranian-flag.jpg" />The state television in Iran reported on Wednesday that the country's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has detained a number of foreign nationals including one of United Kingdom’s top-rated diplomats. The detentions were made on accusations of spying as the IRGC observed by the help of their drones that the individuals were taking soil samples from a prohibited area of the desert, according to a report by Fars news agency.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-prime-minister-boris-johnson-sacks-michael-gove-amid-leadership-crisis-495122"><strong>UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson sacks Michael Gove amid leadership crisis</strong></a></p>

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<p>British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has decided to sack Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove as calls for his resignation continue to grow. According to a number of media reports, Gove was one of the first cabinet ministers to express his unhappiness at Johnson not resigning from his post.</p>

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Business leaders were forewarned by the intelligence chiefs of UK and US that China is attempting to steal technologies for a competitive benefit, which might lead to major security breaches.

Business leaders were forewarned by the intelligence chiefs of UK and US that China is attempting to steal technologies for a competitive benefit, which might lead to major security breaches. In other news, political crisis in the UK grows as Prime Minister Boris Johnson has sacked another Cabinet minister, Michael Gove. Click on the headlines to read more: US and UK intelligence chiefs raises fresh alarm on China's industrial spies FBI Director Christopher Wray and his MI5 counterpart Ken McCallum said that the concerns of economic espionage commissioned by China continues to be a major problem and hacking operations by the country can be used to “stifle dissent abroad”. Iran detains several foreign nationals, including British diplomat, for 'spying' The state television in Iran reported on Wednesday that the country's Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) has detained a number of foreign nationals including one of United Kingdom’s top-rated diplomats. The detentions were made on accusations of spying as the IRGC observed by the help of their drones that the individuals were taking soil samples from a prohibited area of the desert, according to a report by Fars news agency. UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson sacks Michael Gove amid leadership crisis British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has decided to sack Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove as calls for his resignation continue to grow. According to a number of media reports, Gove was one of the first cabinet ministers to express his unhappiness at Johnson not resigning from his post. Watch | Gravitas: Mission to bring back samples from Mars Watch | Gravitas: Twitter files case against Indian government

Morning news brief: US and UK intelligence chiefs raise alarm on China’s industrial spies and more

<p>The former prime minister Imran Khan warned to reveal every aspect of the ‘foreign conspiracy’ behind his ouster. Parents of a 2-year-old child who separated during the commotion were killed in US mass shooting that occurred on July 4th parade in Highland Park on Monday.</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/imran-khan-warns-to-reveal-details-of-conspiracy-if-harassment-of-pti-workers-continues-494842">Imran Khan warns to reveal details of 'conspiracy' if harassment of PTI workers continues</a></strong></p>

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<p>Khan was ousted by a no-trust vote in April, but he steadfastly refused to accept defeat, instead insisting that his removal was the result of an American plot aided by local players. His aggressive behaviour has run afoul of the influential establishment.</p>

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<p>Among the seven victims killed in the shooting spree were Kevin McCarthy, 37, and Irina McCarthy, 35. During the commotion, their youngster, Aiden, was split up from his parents.</p>

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<p>The state of Florida in the United States restored the ban on abortion after 15 weeks of pregnancy after a judge temporarily stopped the state law. The “trigger law” was passed in the aftermath of the Supreme Court overturning Roe v Wade but Judge John C Cooper of an appellate court in Florida’s capital of Tallahassee called the law “unconstitutional”.&nbsp;</p>

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The former prime minister Imran Khan warned to reveal every aspect of the ‘foreign conspiracy’ behind his ouster. Parents of a 2-year-old child who separated during the commotion were killed in US mass shooting that occurred on July 4th parade in Highland Park on Monday.

The former prime minister Imran Khan warned to reveal every aspect of the ‘foreign conspiracy’ behind his ouster. Parents of a 2-year-old child who separated during the commotion were killed in US mass shooting that occurred on July 4th parade in Highland Park on Monday. Click on headlines to read more: Imran Khan warns to reveal details of 'conspiracy' if harassment of PTI workers continues Khan was ousted by a no-trust vote in April, but he steadfastly refused to accept defeat, instead insisting that his removal was the result of an American plot aided by local players. His aggressive behaviour has run afoul of the influential establishment. 2-year-old boy left orphaned after parents killed in US mass shooting Among the seven victims killed in the shooting spree were Kevin McCarthy, 37, and Irina McCarthy, 35. During the commotion, their youngster, Aiden, was split up from his parents. Florida's 15-week abortion 'trigger law' restored after temporary halt The state of Florida in the United States restored the ban on abortion after 15 weeks of pregnancy after a judge temporarily stopped the state law. The “trigger law” was passed in the aftermath of the Supreme Court overturning Roe v Wade but Judge John C Cooper of an appellate court in Florida’s capital of Tallahassee called the law “unconstitutional”. Watch | Gravitas: Indian start-ups fired 12,000 employees in 2022 Watch | Gravitas: Algeria marks 60 years of independence from France

Morning news brief: Imran Khan warns to disclose every detail of the 'conspiracy' behind his ouster and more

<p>The suspected shooter was taken in custody after a mass shooting during a July 4&nbsp;parade in Highland Park, Illinois claimed the lives of six people and injured dozens more.&nbsp;Prime Minister Mario Draghi has linked the collapse of the country's largest glacier in the Italian Alps, in which at least seven people died, to global warming.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/highland-park-person-of-interest-in-custody-after-shooting-during-us-july-4-parade-494522" hreflang="en">Highland Park: Person of interest in custody after July 4 parade shooting</a></p>

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<p>According to CBS News, Highland Park Police Chief Lou Jogmen confirmed that the suspect was 22-year-old Robert "Bobby" E. Crimo III and he was arrested by the authorities almost eight hours after the shooting.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/fight-on-putin-tells-russian-troops-after-capture-of-luhansk-494427">Fight on, Vladimir Putin tells Russian troops after capture of Luhansk</a></p>

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<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin has&nbsp;ordered Russian soldiers to press on deeper into Donbas after Russian victory in Lysychansk.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/italy-pm-mario-draghi-links-collapse-of-countrys-biggest-alpine-glacier-to-global-warming-494531">Draghi links collapse of Italy's biggest Alpine glacier to global warming</a></p>

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<p>Prime Minister Mario Draghi said it was "without doubt linked to the deterioration of the environment and the climate situation".</p>

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The suspected shooter was taken in custody after a mass shooting during a July 4 parade in Highland Park, Illinois claimed the lives of six people and injured dozens more.

The suspected shooter was taken in custody after a mass shooting during a July 4 parade in Highland Park, Illinois claimed the lives of six people and injured dozens more. Prime Minister Mario Draghi has linked the collapse of the country's largest glacier in the Italian Alps, in which at least seven people died, to global warming. Click on headlines to read more: Highland Park: Person of interest in custody after July 4 parade shooting According to CBS News, Highland Park Police Chief Lou Jogmen confirmed that the suspect was 22-year-old Robert "Bobby" E. Crimo III and he was arrested by the authorities almost eight hours after the shooting. Fight on, Vladimir Putin tells Russian troops after capture of Luhansk Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered Russian soldiers to press on deeper into Donbas after Russian victory in Lysychansk. Draghi links collapse of Italy's biggest Alpine glacier to global warming Prime Minister Mario Draghi said it was "without doubt linked to the deterioration of the environment and the climate situation". Watch | Gravitas: World's biggest drill to contain China × Watch | Gravitas: How space travel can make your bones weak ×

Morning news brief: Police arrest suspect after gunman kills six at US July 4 parade, and more

<p>Carrying “Black Lives Matter” placards, hundreds of protesters hit the streets in Ohio state’s Akron city, US, after police released the body-cam footage showing the moments leading up to the fatal police shooting of Jayland Walker, a 25-year-old Black motorist.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/protest-intensifies-in-ohio-after-video-of-us-cops-killing-black-man-released-494233">Protest intensifies in Ohio after video of US cops killing Black man released</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/04/276327-ohio.jpg" />Protests have been taking place around the city since the fatal shooting took place last week. But Sunday’s agitation, which marked the fourth day, was the most intense following the release of the footage.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/live-maharashtra-political-crisis-shinde-led-state-govt-to-face-floor-test-today-494231">LIVE Maharashtra Political Crisis: Shinde-led govt to face floor test today</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/04/276326-untitled-design-1.jpg" />Today is the second day of the special session of the state Legislative Assembly, and the new Maharashtra government, which took office after Shiv Sena MLA Eknath Shinde's 10-day revolt brought the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) down, will face a floor test.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-more-case-found-through-mass-testing-china-coronavirus-outbreak-grows-494214">More case found through mass testing, China coronavirus outbreak grows</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/04/276317-00032db7l8.jpg" />Over the weekend, China's viral cases continued to rise, with hundreds of illnesses being found in the province of Anhui, where two counties were already under lockdown. Following 385 incidents on Saturday, the nation reported 380 cases on Sunday.</p>

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Carrying “Black Lives Matter” placards, hundreds of protesters hit the streets in Ohio state’s Akron city, US, after police released the body-cam footage showing the moments leading up to the fatal police shooting of Jayland Walker, a 25-year-old Black motorist.

Carrying “Black Lives Matter” placards, hundreds of protesters hit the streets in Ohio state’s Akron city, US, after police released the body-cam footage showing the moments leading up to the fatal police shooting of Jayland Walker, a 25-year-old Black motorist. Click on headlines to read more: Protest intensifies in Ohio after video of US cops killing Black man released Protests have been taking place around the city since the fatal shooting took place last week. But Sunday’s agitation, which marked the fourth day, was the most intense following the release of the footage. LIVE Maharashtra Political Crisis: Shinde-led govt to face floor test today Today is the second day of the special session of the state Legislative Assembly, and the new Maharashtra government, which took office after Shiv Sena MLA Eknath Shinde's 10-day revolt brought the Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) down, will face a floor test. More case found through mass testing, China coronavirus outbreak grows Over the weekend, China's viral cases continued to rise, with hundreds of illnesses being found in the province of Anhui, where two counties were already under lockdown. Following 385 incidents on Saturday, the nation reported 380 cases on Sunday. Watch | Google to erase abortion clinic visits from users' location data in US Watch | Ohio Police shot 'unarmed' black man Jayland Walker, releases footage of incident

Morning news brief: Ohio remains tense after cops shoot Black man, Maharashtra political crisis and more

<p>Lysychansk, Ukraine's last big bastion in the strategic eastern province of Luhansk, is in the midst of an intense battle as both the Ukraine and Russian forces are locked in a stand-off to lay claim to the strategic eastern city.</p>

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<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/03/276100-uks.png" />Andrei Marochko, an officer of the pro-Russian Luhansk People’s Militia, was quoted by Russia’s TASS news agency on Saturday as saying that the militia’s red hammer-and-sickle flag was now flying over the administrative building in Lysychansk. However, Ukraine’s military rejected claims that the city was encircled.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uvalde-schools-police-chief-resigns-from-city-council-over-delayed-response-to-shooting-493990">Uvalde schools police chief resigns from City Council over delayed response to shooting</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/03/276104-uvalde.jpg" />Uvalde school district police chief Pedro "Pete" Arredondo has tendered his resignation from the Uvalde City Council as pressure mounts over the police’s delayed response to the Robb elementary school shooting in May that killed 19 children and two teachers.</p>

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<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/07/03/276105-pp.png" />Scientists recently discovered that plastics exist in the body. It is quite possible that humans have been ingesting plastic though food, drinking and breathing for many years.&nbsp;</p>

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Lysychansk, Ukraine's last big bastion in the strategic eastern province of Luhansk, is in the midst of an intense battle as both the Ukraine and Russian forces are locked in a stand-off to lay claim to the strategic eastern city.

Lysychansk, Ukraine's last big bastion in the strategic eastern province of Luhansk, is in the midst of an intense battle as both the Ukraine and Russian forces are locked in a stand-off to lay claim to the strategic eastern city. Click on headlines to read more: Andrei Marochko, an officer of the pro-Russian Luhansk People’s Militia, was quoted by Russia’s TASS news agency on Saturday as saying that the militia’s red hammer-and-sickle flag was now flying over the administrative building in Lysychansk. However, Ukraine’s military rejected claims that the city was encircled. Uvalde schools police chief resigns from City Council over delayed response to shooting Uvalde school district police chief Pedro "Pete" Arredondo has tendered his resignation from the Uvalde City Council as pressure mounts over the police’s delayed response to the Robb elementary school shooting in May that killed 19 children and two teachers. Eating, drinking and breathing for years: Scientists find microplastics everywhere Scientists recently discovered that plastics exist in the body. It is quite possible that humans have been ingesting plastic though food, drinking and breathing for many years. Watch | PTI protest rally in Islamabad: Imran Khan warns of rigging in by-polls Watch | Women take on the Auto industry: Meet Saudi Arabia's first certified autocross trainer

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<p>The Ukrainian army has accused Russia of using phosphorus bombs on Snake Island as Moscow decided to withdraw its forces from the strategic position in the Black Sea.&nbsp;Ireland’s Deputy Prime Minister Leo Varadkar has said that Boris Johnson’s administration risks the breakup of the United Kingdom over the Northern Ireland protocol.</p>

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<p>“Today at around 18:00... Russian air force SU-30 planes twice conducted strikes with phosphorus bombs on Zmiinyi island,” the Ukrainian forces said according to AFP.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/leo-varadkar-says-johnson-risks-breakup-of-uk-over-northern-ireland-protocol-493716">Leo Varadkar says Johnson risks breakup of UK over Northern Ireland protocol</a></p>

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<p>Tacitly accusing the British government of being dishonest and dishonourable, the tánaiste made the sharp attack in an interview.</p>

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<p>After facing calls to limit the amount of information it collects, tech giant Google has announced it would delete users' location history when they visit abortion clinics and domestic violence shelters.</p>

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The Ukrainian army has accused Russia of using phosphorus bombs on Snake Island as Moscow decided to withdraw its forces from the strategic position in the Black Sea.

The Ukrainian army has accused Russia of using phosphorus bombs on Snake Island as Moscow decided to withdraw its forces from the strategic position in the Black Sea. Ireland’s Deputy Prime Minister Leo Varadkar has said that Boris Johnson’s administration risks the breakup of the United Kingdom over the Northern Ireland protocol. Click on headlines to read more: Ukraine accuses Russia of firing phosphorus bombs on Snake Island “Today at around 18:00... Russian air force SU-30 planes twice conducted strikes with phosphorus bombs on Zmiinyi island,” the Ukrainian forces said according to AFP. Leo Varadkar says Johnson risks breakup of UK over Northern Ireland protocol Tacitly accusing the British government of being dishonest and dishonourable, the tánaiste made the sharp attack in an interview. Google announces deletion of user location history on US abortion clinic visits After facing calls to limit the amount of information it collects, tech giant Google has announced it would delete users' location history when they visit abortion clinics and domestic violence shelters. Watch | The first same-sex couple to get married in Switzerland × Watch | Energy crisis brews amid Ukraine war: Eurozone inflation hits record 8.6% ×

Morning news brief: Ukraine accuses Russia of firing phosphorus bombs on Snake Island, and more

<p>At least ten people were killed after a missile strike on an apartment building in the southern Ukrainian city of Odessa, a local official said on Friday.&nbsp;&nbsp;25 years after Hong Kong's handover to China from Britain, the United States has slammed the "erosion of autonomy" of the city.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-missile-strike-in-odessa-kills-at-least-ten-people-says-ukraine-493401" hreflang="en">Russian missile strike in Odessa kills at least ten people, says Ukraine</a></p>

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<p>The missile attacks continue amidst the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine and the Ukrainian army’s Operational Command South said that the missile strike came from “strategic aircraft from the Black Sea”.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-handover-anniversary-us-blasts-erosion-of-autonomy-in-financial-hub-493403">US blasts 'erosion of autonomy' in Hong Kong, 25 years after handover</a></p>

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<p>Calling for the restorement of the personal freedom of Hong Kong citizens, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed Washington's solidarity with them.</p>

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<p>To expand broadband offerings to commercial airlines, shipping vessels and trucks, the US Federal Communications Commission has authorise Elon Musk's SpaceX to use its Starlink satellite internet network with moving vehicles.</p>

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At least ten people were killed after a missile strike on an apartment building in the southern Ukrainian city of Odessa, a local official said on Friday. 25 years after Hong Kong's handover to China from Britain, the United States has slammed the "erosion of autonomy" of the city.

At least ten people were killed after a missile strike on an apartment building in the southern Ukrainian city of Odessa, a local official said on Friday. 25 years after Hong Kong's handover to China from Britain, the United States has slammed the "erosion of autonomy" of the city. Click on headlines to read more: Russian missile strike in Odessa kills at least ten people, says Ukraine The missile attacks continue amidst the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine and the Ukrainian army’s Operational Command South said that the missile strike came from “strategic aircraft from the Black Sea”. US blasts 'erosion of autonomy' in Hong Kong, 25 years after handover Calling for the restorement of the personal freedom of Hong Kong citizens, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressed Washington's solidarity with them. SpaceX's Starlink internet approved for use with ships, boats, planes by US Federal Communications Commission To expand broadband offerings to commercial airlines, shipping vessels and trucks, the US Federal Communications Commission has authorise Elon Musk's SpaceX to use its Starlink satellite internet network with moving vehicles. Watch | NATO leaders conclude 3-day summit in Madrid, vow support to Ukraine × Watch | Northern Ireland Protocol: Ready to negotiate with UK if talks are constructive, says EU ×

Morning news brief: Ukraine says Russian missile strike in Odessa kills at least 10 people, and more

<p>To expand broadband offerings to commercial airlines, shipping vessels and trucks, the US Federal Communications Commission has authorise Elon Musk's SpaceX to use its Starlink satellite internet network with moving vehicles.</p>

<p>Echoing plans outlined in SpaceX's request for approval early last year, the FCC said in a statement that Starlink has long sought to grow its customer base to enterprise customers in the potentially lucrative sectors.</p>

<p>Since 2019, SpaceX has steadily launched some 2,700 Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit and with a fast-growing constellation of internet-beaming satellites in orbit it has amassed hundreds of thousands of subscribers.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pentagon-eyes-using-spacex-rockets-to-build-military-starships-490412">Also read |&nbsp;Pentagon eyes using SpaceX rockets to build 'military starships'</a></strong></p>

<p>Having inked its first such deals in recent months with Hawaiian Airlines and semi-private jet service JSX, California-based space company 'Hawthorne' has focused heavily in recent years on courting airlines around Starlink for in-flight WiFi.</p>

<p>Jonathan Hofeller, Starlink's commercial sales chief, said at an aviation conference earlier this month that "We're going to be on planes here very shortly, so hopefully passengers are wowed by the experience."</p>

<p>Under an experimental FCC license, SpaceX has been testing aircraft-tailored Starlink terminals on Gulfstream jets and US military aircraft.</p>

<p>CEO of SpaceX, Elon Musk, has previously said that he didn't see "connecting Tesla cars to Starlink, as our terminal is much too big."</p>

<p>Satellite operator OneWeb, and Jeff Bezos' Kuiper project are giving fierce competition to SpaceX in the low-Earth orbiting satellite internet sector.</p>

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To expand broadband offerings to commercial airlines, shipping vessels and trucks, the US Federal Communications Commission has authorise Elon Musk's SpaceX to use its Starlink satellite internet network with moving vehicles.

To expand broadband offerings to commercial airlines, shipping vessels and trucks, the US Federal Communications Commission has authorise Elon Musk's SpaceX to use its Starlink satellite internet network with moving vehicles. Echoing plans outlined in SpaceX's request for approval early last year, the FCC said in a statement that Starlink has long sought to grow its customer base to enterprise customers in the potentially lucrative sectors. Since 2019, SpaceX has steadily launched some 2,700 Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit and with a fast-growing constellation of internet-beaming satellites in orbit it has amassed hundreds of thousands of subscribers. Also read | Pentagon eyes using SpaceX rockets to build 'military starships' Having inked its first such deals in recent months with Hawaiian Airlines and semi-private jet service JSX, California-based space company 'Hawthorne' has focused heavily in recent years on courting airlines around Starlink for in-flight WiFi. Jonathan Hofeller, Starlink's commercial sales chief, said at an aviation conference earlier this month that "We're going to be on planes here very shortly, so hopefully passengers are wowed by the experience." Under an experimental FCC license, SpaceX has been testing aircraft-tailored Starlink terminals on Gulfstream jets and US military aircraft. CEO of SpaceX, Elon Musk, has previously said that he didn't see "connecting Tesla cars to Starlink, as our terminal is much too big." Satellite operator OneWeb, and Jeff Bezos' Kuiper project are giving fierce competition to SpaceX in the low-Earth orbiting satellite internet sector. (With inputs from agencies) Watch WION's live TV live: ×

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<p>US President Joe Biden has announced to deploy more American armed forces across Europe in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. In other news, New Zeland has designated&nbsp;The Proud Boys and The Base, two neo-Fascist US organisations, as&nbsp;a terrorist.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-president-joe-biden-announces-to-deploy-more-american-troops-across-europe-to-counter-russia-493128" hreflang="en">Biden says more US troops to be deployed across Europe to counter Russia</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/30/275318-biden.jpg" />Biden made the announcement on Wednesday after meeting NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg in Madrid for the opening of the 30-nation alliance’s annual leaders summit. He said that a brigade of 3,000 combat troops would be stationed in Romania, two squadrons of F-35 fighters in the UK and two navy destroyers in Spain.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-groups-proud-boys-the-base-labelled-as-terrorist-organisations-by-new-zealand-493122">US groups 'Proud Boys', 'The Base' labelled as terrorist organisations by NZ</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2020/09/30/162413-proud-boys.jpg" />A US neo-fascist organisation called the American Proud Boys has leadership and members who have been federally indicted in connection with the disturbances at the US Capitol on January 6.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/texas-deadly-truck-smuggling-incident-sees-two-more-men-facing-charges-493124" hreflang="en">Texas: Deadly truck smuggling incident sees two more men facing charges</a></p>

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US President Joe Biden has announced to deploy more American armed forces across Europe in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. In other news, New Zeland has designated The Proud Boys and The Base, two neo-Fascist US organisations, as a terrorist.

US President Joe Biden has announced to deploy more American armed forces across Europe in the wake of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. In other news, New Zeland has designated The Proud Boys and The Base, two neo-Fascist US organisations, as a terrorist. Click on headlines to read more: Biden says more US troops to be deployed across Europe to counter Russia Biden made the announcement on Wednesday after meeting NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg in Madrid for the opening of the 30-nation alliance’s annual leaders summit. He said that a brigade of 3,000 combat troops would be stationed in Romania, two squadrons of F-35 fighters in the UK and two navy destroyers in Spain. US groups 'Proud Boys', 'The Base' labelled as terrorist organisations by NZ A US neo-fascist organisation called the American Proud Boys has leadership and members who have been federally indicted in connection with the disturbances at the US Capitol on January 6. Texas: Deadly truck smuggling incident sees two more men facing charges The man suspected to be driver of the truck packed with dozens of migrants who died in sweltering heat during smuggling attempt in Texas was charged in US federal court on Wednesday with human trafficking charges. An accused conspirator faces the same charge. Watch | Partygate Row: Harriet Harman to lead probe into whether UK PM lied to Parliament Watch | 2015 Paris Attack: Salah Abdeslam receives full-life sentence

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<p>Ghislaine Maxwell was handed a 20-year prison sentence by a court in New York on Tuesday for helping Jeffrey Epstein sexually abuse girls.&nbsp;Maxwell was arrested in 2020 and she has been in prison ever since.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-socialite-ghislaine-maxwell-sentenced-to-20-years-in-prison-over-sex-trafficking-492753" hreflang="en">UK socialite Ghislaine Maxwell sentenced to 20 years in prison over sex trafficking</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/29/274988-11.jpg" />he Manhattan federal court announced the judgement after a long-drawn case, and this means that the 60-year-old will be spending a majority of her remaining life in prison. Maxwell, who is the daughter of late Robert Maxwell, was found guilty on five out of the six counts brought against her including sex trafficking of minors.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/wimbledon-2022-serena-williams-loses-to-harmony-tan-in-first-round-492778" hreflang="en">Wimbledon 2022: Serena Williams loses to Harmony Tan in first round</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/29/275026-11.jpg" />Seven-time champion Serena Williams suffered a second straight Wimbledon first-round exit as she was stunned by French debutant Harmony Tan in a late-night Centre Court epic on Tuesday.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-has-become-a-terroristsays-zelensky-urges-un-to-expel-russia-492787" hreflang="en">Putin has become 'a terrorist,'says Zelensky, urges UN to expel Russia</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/09/269353-volodymyr-zelensky.jpg" />Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky accused the Russian leader Putin of turning into a "terrorist" two days after Russian missiles destroyed a shopping centre with more than 1,000 people inside in the Ukrainian city of Kremenchuk, killing at least 18 people.</p>

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Ghislaine Maxwell was handed a 20-year prison sentence by a court in New York on Tuesday for helping Jeffrey Epstein sexually abuse girls. Maxwell was arrested in 2020 and she has been in prison ever since.

Ghislaine Maxwell was handed a 20-year prison sentence by a court in New York on Tuesday for helping Jeffrey Epstein sexually abuse girls. Maxwell was arrested in 2020 and she has been in prison ever since. Click on headlines to read more: UK socialite Ghislaine Maxwell sentenced to 20 years in prison over sex trafficking he Manhattan federal court announced the judgement after a long-drawn case, and this means that the 60-year-old will be spending a majority of her remaining life in prison. Maxwell, who is the daughter of late Robert Maxwell, was found guilty on five out of the six counts brought against her including sex trafficking of minors. Wimbledon 2022: Serena Williams loses to Harmony Tan in first round Seven-time champion Serena Williams suffered a second straight Wimbledon first-round exit as she was stunned by French debutant Harmony Tan in a late-night Centre Court epic on Tuesday. Putin has become 'a terrorist,'says Zelensky, urges UN to expel Russia Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky accused the Russian leader Putin of turning into a "terrorist" two days after Russian missiles destroyed a shopping centre with more than 1,000 people inside in the Ukrainian city of Kremenchuk, killing at least 18 people. 2 autonomous electric barges built at the Cochin Shipyard to Norway Ecuador mired by protests for last two weeks

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<p>In&nbsp;what appears to be one of the most deadly recent incidents of human smuggling along the US-Mexico border,&nbsp;at least 46&nbsp;people were found dead inside a tractor-trailer&nbsp;in San Antonio, Texas.&nbsp;Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said&nbsp;that two Russian missiles struck a crowded shopping centre in the Ukrainian city of Kremenchuk resulting in the death of at least 16 people and around 59 people getting injured.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/san-antonio-at-least-40-found-dead-in-tractor-trailer-492423" hreflang="en">San Antonio: At least 46 found dead in tractor-trailer</a></p>

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<p>There have been a record number of migrant crossings at the US-Mexico border in recent months, which has sparked criticisms of the immigration policies of US&nbsp;President Joe Biden, a Democrat.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-missile-strike-on-shopping-mall-kills-at-least-13-people-ukraine-says-492413">Russian missile strike on shopping mall kills at least 16 people, Ukraine says</a></p>

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<p>Zelensky added that around 1000 people were present in the shopping centre when the attack took place and Dmytro Lunin, governor of the central Poltava region also confirmed the death toll.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Highlighting that the unilateral move is justified under international law because of the “genuinely exceptional situation,” the British government says the protocol is burdening businesses and undermining peace in Northern Ireland.</p>

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In what appears to be one of the most deadly recent incidents of human smuggling along the US-Mexico border, at least 46 people were found dead inside a tractor-trailer in San Antonio, Texas.

In what appears to be one of the most deadly recent incidents of human smuggling along the US-Mexico border, at least 46 people were found dead inside a tractor-trailer in San Antonio, Texas. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that two Russian missiles struck a crowded shopping centre in the Ukrainian city of Kremenchuk resulting in the death of at least 16 people and around 59 people getting injured. Click on headlines to read more: San Antonio: At least 46 found dead in tractor-trailer There have been a record number of migrant crossings at the US-Mexico border in recent months, which has sparked criticisms of the immigration policies of US President Joe Biden, a Democrat. Russian missile strike on shopping mall kills at least 16 people, Ukraine says Zelensky added that around 1000 people were present in the shopping centre when the attack took place and Dmytro Lunin, governor of the central Poltava region also confirmed the death toll. British MPs vote in favour of allowing controversial Northern Ireland Protocol Bill to progress Highlighting that the unilateral move is justified under international law because of the “genuinely exceptional situation,” the British government says the protocol is burdening businesses and undermining peace in Northern Ireland. Watch | US delegates in Sri Lanka: US commits over $158 million aid to Sri Lanka × Watch | Gravitas: World's richest countries struggle to challenge China's Belt and Road ×

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<p>Ahead of the expected resumption of stalled talks over Tehran’s tattered nuclear deal with world powers, Iranian state television reported that Tehran had launched a solid-fueled rocket into space.&nbsp;Russian President Vladimir Putin will embark on his first foreign visit since Ukraine invasion.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-launches-rocket-into-space-after-removing-cameras-from-its-nuclear-sites-492080">Iran launches rocket into space after removing cameras from its nuclear sites</a></p>

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<p>Against the backdrop of heightened tensions over Tehran’s nuclear programme, state-run media aired dramatic footage of the blastoff at Imam Khomeini Spaceport in Iran’s rural Semnan province.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-to-embark-on-first-foreign-visit-since-ukraine-invasion-492082">Putin to embark on first foreign visit since Ukraine invasion</a></p>

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<p>Pavel Zarubin, the Kremlin correspondent of the Rossiya 1 state television station, said Putin would visit Tajikistan and Turkmenistan and then meet Indonesian President Joko Widodo for talks in Moscow.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-muslims-accuse-twitter-of-failing-to-take-action-against-accounts-that-incite-hatred-492083" hreflang="en">Australia: Muslims accuse Twitter of failing to take action against accounts that incite hatred</a></p>

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<p>The Muslim community living in Australia has accused Twitter of failing to take action against accounts that incite hatred on its platform.</p>

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<p><strong>Watch | G7 leaders agree to ban gold exports from Russia</strong></p>

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Ahead of the expected resumption of stalled talks over Tehran’s tattered nuclear deal with world powers, Iranian state television reported that Tehran had launched a solid-fueled rocket into space.

Ahead of the expected resumption of stalled talks over Tehran’s tattered nuclear deal with world powers, Iranian state television reported that Tehran had launched a solid-fueled rocket into space. Russian President Vladimir Putin will embark on his first foreign visit since Ukraine invasion. Click on headlines to read more: Iran launches rocket into space after removing cameras from its nuclear sites Against the backdrop of heightened tensions over Tehran’s nuclear programme, state-run media aired dramatic footage of the blastoff at Imam Khomeini Spaceport in Iran’s rural Semnan province. Putin to embark on first foreign visit since Ukraine invasion Pavel Zarubin, the Kremlin correspondent of the Rossiya 1 state television station, said Putin would visit Tajikistan and Turkmenistan and then meet Indonesian President Joko Widodo for talks in Moscow. Australia: Muslims accuse Twitter of failing to take action against accounts that incite hatred The Muslim community living in Australia has accused Twitter of failing to take action against accounts that incite hatred on its platform. Watch | 21 die in South African township club, reasons unclear × Watch | G7 leaders agree to ban gold exports from Russia ×

Morning news brief: Iran launches rocket into space, Putin to embark on first foreign visit, and more

<p>The Russian foreign ministry has said that in order to counter the ''aggressive'' West, President Vladimir Putin told his counterpart from Belarus that Moscow would supply Minsk with missile systems capable of carrying nuclear weapons.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-will-supply-belarus-with-missile-systems-capable-of-carrying-nuclear-weapons-491833" hreflang="en">Putin promises Belarus nuclear-capable missiles to counter 'aggressive' West</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/26/274137-untitled-design-14.png" />Expressing concern about the "confrontational" and "repulsive" policies of its neighbours Lithuania and Poland, Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko asked Putin to help Belarus mount a "symmetrical response".</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/unity-and-coordination-of-action-g7-summit-kicks-off-in-germany-amid-fears-of-stagflation-491838">G7 summit kicks off in Germany amid fears of stagflation</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/26/274143-untitled-design-15.png" />Amid fears of stagflation, the Group of Seven summit has kicked off in Germany with Chancellor Olaf Scholz welcoming leaders. From energy shortages to a food crisis, the three-day summit in the Bavarian Alps has been overshadowed by the war in Ukraine and its far-reaching consequences.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/london-will-be-bombed-first-if-world-war-iii-happens-warns-vladimir-putins-ally-491850">London will be bombed first if World War III happens, warns Vladimir Putin’s ally</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/26/274154-rocket.jpg" />One of the close allies of Russian President Vladimir Putin has claimed that London would be bombed first as the potential NATO target if World War III erupts.</p>

<p><strong>Watch | Germany gears up for 48th G7 meeting, Ukraine-Russia war to dominate talks</strong></p>

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The Russian foreign ministry has said that in order to counter the ''aggressive'' West, President Vladimir Putin told his counterpart from Belarus that Moscow would supply Minsk with missile systems capable of carrying nuclear weapons.

The Russian foreign ministry has said that in order to counter the ''aggressive'' West, President Vladimir Putin told his counterpart from Belarus that Moscow would supply Minsk with missile systems capable of carrying nuclear weapons. Click on headlines to read more: Putin promises Belarus nuclear-capable missiles to counter 'aggressive' West Expressing concern about the "confrontational" and "repulsive" policies of its neighbours Lithuania and Poland, Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko asked Putin to help Belarus mount a "symmetrical response". G7 summit kicks off in Germany amid fears of stagflation Amid fears of stagflation, the Group of Seven summit has kicked off in Germany with Chancellor Olaf Scholz welcoming leaders. From energy shortages to a food crisis, the three-day summit in the Bavarian Alps has been overshadowed by the war in Ukraine and its far-reaching consequences. London will be bombed first if World War III happens, warns Vladimir Putin’s ally One of the close allies of Russian President Vladimir Putin has claimed that London would be bombed first as the potential NATO target if World War III erupts. Watch | Germany gears up for 48th G7 meeting, Ukraine-Russia war to dominate talks Watch | R Madhavan gets candid: 'Rocketry': Madhavan wears director's hat for film

Morning news brief: Putin's ally threatens to bomb UK, G7 Summit kicks off and more

<p>Liberal states in America have pledged to act as safe havens for women seeking abortions as providers ratchet up capacity in anticipation of a surge of patients from areas where the procedure will be banned.&nbsp;US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has&nbsp;said that Russia's war against Ukraine will add another 40 or 50 million more people to the ranks of the hungry.</p>

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<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/roe-vs-wade-overturned-california-oregon-washington-governors-pledge-to-defend-abortion-rights-491522">Roe vs Wade overturned: California, Oregon &amp; Washington governors pledge to defend abortion rights</a></strong></p>

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<p>By overturning Roe v. Wade, the court is leaving it up to individual states to restrict or ban the procedure, meaning women there would either have to continue with their pregnancy, undergo a clandestine&nbsp;abortion, obtain&nbsp;abortion&nbsp;pills, or travel to another state where the procedure remains legal.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/blinken-says-russias-war-against-ukraine-to-cast-40-50-million-people-into-hunger-491540">Russia's war against Ukraine to cast 40-50 million people into hunger: Blinken</a></strong></p>

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<p>Speaking at a joint news conference with German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, Blinken said, "There is no reason other than Russia's blockade of Ukraine and Russia's refusal in many cases to export its own grain for political reasons."</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/xi-jinping-to-visit-hong-kong-in-his-first-known-visit-outside-mainland-china-since-2020-491531" hreflang="en">Xi Jinping to visit Hong Kong in his first known visit outside mainland China since 2020</a></strong></p>

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<p>State media Xinhua News Agency reported on Saturday that Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit Hong Kong in his first known visit outside mainland China since 2020.</p>

<p><strong>Watch : Countdown to G7 Summit | Summit comes days after EU leaders' Ukraine visit</strong></p>

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Liberal states in America have pledged to act as safe havens for women seeking abortions as providers ratchet up capacity in anticipation of a surge of patients from areas where the procedure will be banned.

Liberal states in America have pledged to act as safe havens for women seeking abortions as providers ratchet up capacity in anticipation of a surge of patients from areas where the procedure will be banned. US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said that Russia's war against Ukraine will add another 40 or 50 million more people to the ranks of the hungry. Click on headlines to read more: Roe vs Wade overturned: California, Oregon & Washington governors pledge to defend abortion rights By overturning Roe v. Wade, the court is leaving it up to individual states to restrict or ban the procedure, meaning women there would either have to continue with their pregnancy, undergo a clandestine abortion, obtain abortion pills, or travel to another state where the procedure remains legal. Russia's war against Ukraine to cast 40-50 million people into hunger: Blinken Speaking at a joint news conference with German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, Blinken said, "There is no reason other than Russia's blockade of Ukraine and Russia's refusal in many cases to export its own grain for political reasons." Xi Jinping to visit Hong Kong in his first known visit outside mainland China since 2020 State media Xinhua News Agency reported on Saturday that Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit Hong Kong in his first known visit outside mainland China since 2020. Watch : Countdown to G7 Summit | Summit comes days after EU leaders' Ukraine visit × Watch | Gravitas: Pakistan picks up a fight with Canada over Gen. Bajwa ×

Morning news brief: Liberal governors pledge to defend abortion rights, and more

<p>European Union leaders agreed to grant candidate status to Ukraine and Moldova on Thursday as President Volodymyr Zelensky hailed the move as "a unique and historic moment".</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/historic-moment-eu-agrees-to-grant-candidate-status-to-ukraine-moldova-491142">'Historic moment': EU agrees to grant candidate status to Ukraine, Moldova</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/09/269353-volodymyr-zelensky.jpg" />The move allows both countries to enter into a year-long path toward joining the EU with several steps to be taken before it becomes a member of the European alliance.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/paper-crisis-hits-pakistan-publishers-say-no-books-for-new-academic-session-491200">Paper crisis hits Pakistan, publishers say no books for new academic session</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/24/273568-books.jpg" />Millions of students in Pakistan may not have books for the new academic session starting August 2022 as the paper industry association has warned of an impending acute shortage of paper.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vatican-to-publish-letters-from-jews-to-pope-pius-xii-during-world-war-ii-491152" hreflang="en">Vatican to publish letters from Jews to Pope Pius XII during World War-II</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/06/24/273504-fran1.JPG" />The Vatican said it will release thousands of letters addressed to Pope Pius XII by the Jewish people in Europe during World War-II seeking help and requesting information to find family members held in Nazi concentration camps.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Robots to solve ocean's pollution menace: 15mm long robo-fish to hunt for plastic</strong></p>

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European Union leaders agreed to grant candidate status to Ukraine and Moldova on Thursday as President Volodymyr Zelensky hailed the move as "a unique and historic moment".

European Union leaders agreed to grant candidate status to Ukraine and Moldova on Thursday as President Volodymyr Zelensky hailed the move as "a unique and historic moment". 'Historic moment': EU agrees to grant candidate status to Ukraine, Moldova The move allows both countries to enter into a year-long path toward joining the EU with several steps to be taken before it becomes a member of the European alliance. Paper crisis hits Pakistan, publishers say no books for new academic session Millions of students in Pakistan may not have books for the new academic session starting August 2022 as the paper industry association has warned of an impending acute shortage of paper. Vatican to publish letters from Jews to Pope Pius XII during World War-II The Vatican said it will release thousands of letters addressed to Pope Pius XII by the Jewish people in Europe during World War-II seeking help and requesting information to find family members held in Nazi concentration camps. Watch | Robots to solve ocean's pollution menace: 15mm long robo-fish to hunt for plastic Watch | The US Senate passes gun control bill, the bill will now be sent back to the House

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