Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have called upon France to free Telegram CEO Pavel Durov. In other news, Donald Trump slammed the Democrats for their handling of an aggravating crisis in West Asia.&nbsp;

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Former US President Donald Trump on Sunday (August 25) slammed Joe Biden administration’s approach to addressing the ongoing crisis in West Asia.&nbsp;

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Having eliminated Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Iran, Israel is on the prowl to hunt his successor Yahya Sinwar. Both the US and Israel have been cooperating for more than 10 months to triangulate Sinwar's position to take him out but it looks like the operation might take a while.&nbsp;

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Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu threatened Iran-backed and Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah that Sunday's air raids in southern Lebanon were "not the end of the story". The two sides exchanged their heaviest fire since the war in Gaza began in October last year, pushing the region on edge.&nbsp;

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Bangladesh beat Pakistan by 10 wickets in the first Test at Rawalpindi on Sunday (Aug 25) to take 1-0 lead in the two-match series. Chasing a sub-standard target of 30 runs, Bangladesh went through the runs in just six and a half overs after bowling Pakistan out for 146 in the second innings. This is also Bangladesh's first Test win over Pakistan.

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. have called upon France to free Telegram CEO Pavel Durov. In other news, Donald Trump slammed the Democrats for their handling of an aggravating crisis in West Asia. Click here to read more: From RFK Jr. to Elon Musk, calls rise to free Telegram CEO Pavel Durov As French judicial authorities extended the detention of Pavel Durov, the likes of Elon Musk and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. among others came out in support of the founder and chief of Telegram. Trump takes on 'sleepy Joe' and 'comrade Kamala' over World War-3 fears Former US President Donald Trump on Sunday (August 25) slammed Joe Biden administration’s approach to addressing the ongoing crisis in West Asia. Israel-Hamas war: After hunting Haniyeh, Israel on prowl for Sinwar but there's a catch Having eliminated Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh in Iran, Israel is on the prowl to hunt his successor Yahya Sinwar. Both the US and Israel have been cooperating for more than 10 months to triangulate Sinwar's position to take him out but it looks like the operation might take a while. 'Not the end of the story': Netanyahu on Israel's attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu threatened Iran-backed and Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah that Sunday's air raids in southern Lebanon were "not the end of the story". The two sides exchanged their heaviest fire since the war in Gaza began in October last year, pushing the region on edge. BAN vs PAK, 1st Test: Bangladesh register maiden Test victory over Pakistan with 10-wicket win in Rawalpindi Bangladesh beat Pakistan by 10 wickets in the first Test at Rawalpindi on Sunday (Aug 25) to take 1-0 lead in the two-match series. Chasing a sub-standard target of 30 runs, Bangladesh went through the runs in just six and a half overs after bowling Pakistan out for 146 in the second innings. This is also Bangladesh's first Test win over Pakistan. Deadpool still has a pulse, again leading N.American box office Disney/Marvel superhero comedy "Deadpool & Wolverine" clawed its way back to the top of the North American box office this weekend, taking in an estimated $18.3 million, industry watcher Exhibitor Relations reported Sunday. Zelensky proposes holding next Peace Summit in India ×

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It has emerged that the chiefs of Israel Defense Forces (IDF) knew about Hamas's October 7 attacks that led to the ongoing state of war in Gaza which has killed over 40,000 people so far. Meanwhile, a 'big fish' theory has emerged in the&nbsp;Kolkata doctor's sexual assault and murder case.

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Israel Defense Forces (IDF) intelligence chiefs knew about Hamas' plans to conduct the October 7 attacks, more than a year in advance but never told the senior military and political leaders about it, a report in&nbsp;The Times of Israel,&nbsp;citing&nbsp;Channel 12&nbsp;has claimed.

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Colleagues of a Kolkata trainee doctor, who was sexually assaulted and murdered earlier this month, have said that she paid the price for knowing the alleged murky activities that certain higher-ups in the hospital were engaged in. The Kolkata victim was found murdered hours after she went to the medical college seminar hall to rest.&nbsp; 
 
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The Kamala Harris-Tim Walz campaign said on Saturday (Aug 17) that it planned to spend at least $370 million&nbsp;on digital and television ads between Labor Day and November&nbsp;5 (the day of the US presidential election).

It has emerged that the chiefs of Israel Defense Forces (IDF) knew about Hamas's October 7 attacks that led to the ongoing state of war in Gaza which has killed over 40,000 people so far.

It has emerged that the chiefs of Israel Defense Forces (IDF) knew about Hamas's October 7 attacks that led to the ongoing state of war in Gaza which has killed over 40,000 people so far. Meanwhile, a 'big fish' theory has emerged in the Kolkata doctor's sexual assault and murder case. Click here to read more: IDF chiefs knew about October 7 attacks in advance but never informed top officials: Report Israel Defense Forces (IDF) intelligence chiefs knew about Hamas' plans to conduct the October 7 attacks, more than a year in advance but never told the senior military and political leaders about it, a report in The Times of Israel, citing Channel 12 has claimed. 'Big fish' theory emerges in Kolkata doctor sexual assault, murder case; Nirbhaya's mother speaks up Colleagues of a Kolkata trainee doctor, who was sexually assaulted and murdered earlier this month, have said that she paid the price for knowing the alleged murky activities that certain higher-ups in the hospital were engaged in. The Kolkata victim was found murdered hours after she went to the medical college seminar hall to rest. Extreme misogyny to be classed as terrorism under UK government's new plans The UK government under its new plans to combat radicalisation will treat extreme misogyny as terrorism, according to multiple media reports. MPOX outbreak: WHO declared Mpox outbreak as 'global health emergency' × US presidential election: Harris-Walz campaign to spend $370 million on digital, TV ads The Kamala Harris-Tim Walz campaign said on Saturday (Aug 17) that it planned to spend at least $370 million on digital and television ads between Labor Day and November 5 (the day of the US presidential election).

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Indian Medical Association has launched a 24-hour shutdown of non-emergency services across India while protesting the Kolkata trainee doctor horror. The latest global health emergency, mpox, has stoked precautionary measures across the world but the WHO has said that there is no need to close the borders.&nbsp;

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Canadian national and former Pakistani army doctor Tahawwur Rana, wanted by India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) for his role in the 26/11 terrorist attack, is extraditable to India under the extradition treaty between Washington DC and New Delhi, the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has ruled.&nbsp;

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Indian Medical Association has launched a 24-hour shutdown of non-emergency services across India while protesting the Kolkata trainee doctor horror. The latest global health emergency, mpox, has stoked precautionary measures across the world but the WHO has said that there is no need to close the borders.

Indian Medical Association has launched a 24-hour shutdown of non-emergency services across India while protesting the Kolkata trainee doctor horror. The latest global health emergency, mpox, has stoked precautionary measures across the world but the WHO has said that there is no need to close the borders. Click here to read more: Indian doctors launch 24-hour services shutdown over Kolkata horror; here are their key demands Doctors in India have called in for a nationwide shutdown of non-emergency medical services in protest of the brutal sexual assault and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata earlier this month. The heightened sense of insecurity was aggravated earlier this week when a mob of unidentified people assaulted medical professionals at Kolkata's RG Kar hospital where the trainee doctor was criminally assaulted before being killed. Mpox crisis updates: Pakistan adopts safety measures; WHO says no need to close borders First cases of mpox have been detected outside of Africa with the World Health Organization (WHO) declaring the recent outbreak of the disease as a public health emergency of international concern after the new variant of the virus was identified. Gaza war: Optimistic about prospects of reaching truce deal, says US President Joe Biden United States President Joe Biden said on Friday (Aug 16) that he was optimistic about the prospects of reaching a ceasefire and hostage deal in the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip. 26/11 terror attack: Former Pakistan Army doctor Tahawwur Rana extraditable to India, US court rules Canadian national and former Pakistani army doctor Tahawwur Rana, wanted by India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) for his role in the 26/11 terrorist attack, is extraditable to India under the extradition treaty between Washington DC and New Delhi, the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has ruled. US Elections 2024: Kamala Harris takes lead in fifth swing state ×

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India marks its Independence Day on August 15 each year, celebrating freedom from British colonial rule. This national holiday features various patriotic and ceremonial events nationwide. A yearly ceremony is being held at the famous Red Fort in Delhi, with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in attendance. This year's theme, ‘Viksit Bharat @ 2047’, aims to push the country towards becoming a developed nation by 2047.

In other news, a&nbsp;peaceful protest against the brutal rape of a doctor in the eastern Indian city of Kolkata turned violent on Thursday (Aug 15) as miscreants entered RG Kar Medical College and Hospital and vandalised the property.&nbsp;

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A peaceful protest against the brutal rape of a doctor in the eastern Indian city of Kolkata turned violent on Thursday (Aug 15) as miscreants entered RG Kar Medical College and Hospital and vandalised the property.&nbsp;

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The World Health Organization on Wednesday (August 14) declared that the mpox surge in Africa is now a global public health emergency, sounding its highest possible alarm over the worsening situation.

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Columbia&nbsp;University President Minouche Shafik resigned on Wednesday (Aug 14), nearly four months after the university's handling of campus protests over Israel's war in Gaza drew criticism from pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian sides alike.

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India marks its Independence Day on August 15 each year, celebrating freedom from British colonial rule. This national holiday features various patriotic and ceremonial events nationwide.

India marks its Independence Day on August 15 each year, celebrating freedom from British colonial rule. This national holiday features various patriotic and ceremonial events nationwide. A yearly ceremony is being held at the famous Red Fort in Delhi, with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in attendance. This year's theme, ‘Viksit Bharat @ 2047’, aims to push the country towards becoming a developed nation by 2047. In other news, a peaceful protest against the brutal rape of a doctor in the eastern Indian city of Kolkata turned violent on Thursday (Aug 15) as miscreants entered RG Kar Medical College and Hospital and vandalised the property. Click on the links to read more... Independence Day 2024: PM Modi expresses concern over Bangladesh unrest, urges safety for Hindus, minorities India marks its Independence Day on August 15 each year, celebrating freedom from British colonial rule. This national holiday features various patriotic and ceremonial events nationwide. A yearly ceremony is being held at the famous Red Fort in Delhi, with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in attendance. This year's theme, ‘Viksit Bharat @ 2047’, aims to push the country towards becoming a developed nation by 2047. Kolkata rape: Miscreants vandalise RG Kar hospital, disrupt midnight protest A peaceful protest against the brutal rape of a doctor in the eastern Indian city of Kolkata turned violent on Thursday (Aug 15) as miscreants entered RG Kar Medical College and Hospital and vandalised the property. What is mpox and why has WHO declared it a global health emergency? The World Health Organization on Wednesday (August 14) declared that the mpox surge in Africa is now a global public health emergency, sounding its highest possible alarm over the worsening situation. Columbia University president resigns after antisemitic protests on campus Columbia University President Minouche Shafik resigned on Wednesday (Aug 14), nearly four months after the university's handling of campus protests over Israel's war in Gaza drew criticism from pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian sides alike. Watch | Independence Day 2024: All levels of governance should go hard on crimes against women: PM Modi ×

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President Vladimir Putin has enlisted a trusted aide and former personal bodyguard to oversee operations aimed at expelling Ukrainian forces from Russia, according to two sources familiar with the matter.

In other news,&nbsp;United States has denied any involvement in the resignation of former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, addressing allegations that it had a role in her departure from office.

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Alexey Dyumin has&nbsp;been commissioned with supervising the military and civilian response to the incursion into Russia’s Kursk border region.

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During a press briefing, Patel firmly dismissed the allegation that the United States was involved in Sheikh Hasina's resignation, calling the implication "laughable" and asserting that such claims were completely false.

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White House has approved $20 billion in fighter jets and other military equipment for Israel as the ongoing war with Gaza ceases to end with Iran threatening another conflict.&nbsp;

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Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced on Wednesday (Aug 14) that he will not seek re-election as leader of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) next month, effectively ending his leadership.

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President Vladimir Putin has enlisted a trusted aide and former personal bodyguard to oversee operations aimed at expelling Ukrainian forces from Russia, according to two sources familiar with the matter.

President Vladimir Putin has enlisted a trusted aide and former personal bodyguard to oversee operations aimed at expelling Ukrainian forces from Russia, according to two sources familiar with the matter. In other news, United States has denied any involvement in the resignation of former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, addressing allegations that it had a role in her departure from office. Click on the links to read more... Putin assigns former bodyguard to 'handle Kursk situation' Alexey Dyumin has been commissioned with supervising the military and civilian response to the incursion into Russia’s Kursk border region. US rejects claims of involvement in Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina's resignation During a press briefing, Patel firmly dismissed the allegation that the United States was involved in Sheikh Hasina's resignation, calling the implication "laughable" and asserting that such claims were completely false. US approves $20 billion weapons package for Israel amid Iran war threat White House has approved $20 billion in fighter jets and other military equipment for Israel as the ongoing war with Gaza ceases to end with Iran threatening another conflict. Japan PM Kishida to withdraw from party leadership race: Reports Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida announced on Wednesday (Aug 14) that he will not seek re-election as leader of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) next month, effectively ending his leadership. VIDEO | Israel vs Iran Crisis: Gaza ceasefire deal could delay Iran's attack on Israel, says Joe Biden ×

Morning news brief: US clarifies on Sheikh Hasina's resignation; Japan PM to step down; and more

Having narrowly missed out on the opportunity to secure an Olympics gold medal, Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has announced her retirement. Phogat took to social media to make the emotional announcement, a day after being disqualified from the 50kg category. In other news, Bangladesh's interim government is set to take shape on Thursday (Aug 8) with Nobel&nbsp;laureate Muhammad Yunus set to replace Sheikh Hasina.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/vinesh-phogat-announces-retirement-after-paris-olympics-disqualification-748189">Vinesh Phogat announces retirement after Paris Olympics disqualification</a>

Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat announced early Thursday (Aug 8) that she was retiring from the sport, after being disqualified from the 50kg category at Paris Olympics.&nbsp;Earlier, Vinesh had appealed at the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) against her disqualification.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-says-not-confident-of-peaceful-transfer-if-trump-loses-748196">Biden says 'not confident' of peaceful transfer if Trump loses</a>

US President Joe Biden expressed serious doubts about a peaceful transition of power to Kamala Harris if Donald Trump loses the upcoming November election.&nbsp;In a segment of a CBS interview aired on Wednesday, Biden said, he was "not confident at all" about peaceful transitions.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/bangladesh-crisis-interim-gov-led-by-nobel-winner-yunus-to-takes-oath-today-748212">Bangladesh crisis: Interim gov led by Nobel winner Yunus to take&nbsp;oath today</a>

Bangladesh’s Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus is set to become the head of the country's interim government on Thursday (Aug 8), according to Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman.

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Having narrowly missed out on the opportunity to secure an Olympics gold medal, Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has announced her retirement. Phogat took to social media to make the emotional announcement, a day after being disqualified from the 50kg category.

Having narrowly missed out on the opportunity to secure an Olympics gold medal, Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has announced her retirement. Phogat took to social media to make the emotional announcement, a day after being disqualified from the 50kg category. In other news, Bangladesh's interim government is set to take shape on Thursday (Aug 8) with Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus set to replace Sheikh Hasina. Click on headlines to read more: Vinesh Phogat announces retirement after Paris Olympics disqualification Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat announced early Thursday (Aug 8) that she was retiring from the sport, after being disqualified from the 50kg category at Paris Olympics. Earlier, Vinesh had appealed at the Court of Arbitration for Sports (CAS) against her disqualification. Biden says 'not confident' of peaceful transfer if Trump loses US President Joe Biden expressed serious doubts about a peaceful transition of power to Kamala Harris if Donald Trump loses the upcoming November election. In a segment of a CBS interview aired on Wednesday, Biden said, he was "not confident at all" about peaceful transitions. Bangladesh crisis: Interim gov led by Nobel winner Yunus to take oath today Bangladesh’s Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus is set to become the head of the country's interim government on Thursday (Aug 8), according to Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman. US Election 2024: Polls show Kamala Harris with one to five-point lead over Donald Trump ×

Morning news brief: Indian wrestler Phogat retires, Bangladesh's interim govt to take charge, and more

As the truce-hostage deal between Israel and Hamas continues to stall, US President Joe Biden has reportedly given an earful to Benjamin Netanyahu. Reports state that White Houe wants the peace deal and exchange of hostages but Netanyahu is dillydallying the process due to political gains. In other news, Hezbollah launched a barrage of missiles at Israel on Sunday (Aug 4), forcing the Iron Dome air-defence system to kick into action.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/stop-bullshitting-biden-scolds-netanyahu-as-hostage-deal-talks-stall-746929">'Stop bullshitting': Biden scolds Netanyahu as hostage deal talks stall</a>

US President Joe Biden told his Israeli counterpart, Benjamin Netanyahu to "stop bullshitting" him during a telephone conversation as talks surrounding the hostage deal reach an impasse, according to a report in Times of Israel.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vatican-slams-ridiculous-paris-olympics-opening-ceremony-that-mocked-the-last-supper-746930">Vatican slams 'ridiculous' Paris Olympics opening ceremony that mocked 'The Last Supper'</a>

The Vatican on Saturday (Aug 3) slammed the Paris Olympics organisers for the opening ceremony that allegedly parodied Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper" painting.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Iran-backed and Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah on Sunday (Aug&nbsp;4) fired over 50 projectiles inside Israel amid a raging war in Gaza that has kept West Asia on edge for months.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pm-starmer-offer-full-support-to-police-as-anti-immigrant-extremist-wreak-havoc-in-uk-cities-746916">PM Starmer offers 'full support' to police as anti-immigrant 'extremists' wreak havoc in UK cities</a>

Several cities in the United Kingdom witnessed extreme chaos on Saturday (Aug 3) as right-wing protesters&nbsp;turned violent and staged attacks on riot police.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/gaza-crisis-biden-netanyahu-divide-over-ceasefire-talks-746946">WATCH | Gaza crisis: Biden Netanyahu divide over ceasefire talks</a>

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As the truce-hostage deal between Israel and Hamas continues to stall, US President Joe Biden has reportedly given an earful to Benjamin Netanyahu. Reports state that White Houe wants the peace deal and exchange of hostages but Netanyahu is dillydallying the process due to political gains.

As the truce-hostage deal between Israel and Hamas continues to stall, US President Joe Biden has reportedly given an earful to Benjamin Netanyahu. Reports state that White Houe wants the peace deal and exchange of hostages but Netanyahu is dillydallying the process due to political gains. In other news, Hezbollah launched a barrage of missiles at Israel on Sunday (Aug 4), forcing the Iron Dome air-defence system to kick into action. Click on headlines to read more: 'Stop bullshitting': Biden scolds Netanyahu as hostage deal talks stall US President Joe Biden told his Israeli counterpart, Benjamin Netanyahu to "stop bullshitting" him during a telephone conversation as talks surrounding the hostage deal reach an impasse, according to a report in Times of Israel. Vatican slams 'ridiculous' Paris Olympics opening ceremony that mocked 'The Last Supper' The Vatican on Saturday (Aug 3) slammed the Paris Olympics organisers for the opening ceremony that allegedly parodied Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper" painting. Video: Hezbollah's latest missile barrage activates Israel's Iron Dome Iran-backed and Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah on Sunday (Aug 4) fired over 50 projectiles inside Israel amid a raging war in Gaza that has kept West Asia on edge for months. PM Starmer offers 'full support' to police as anti-immigrant 'extremists' wreak havoc in UK cities Several cities in the United Kingdom witnessed extreme chaos on Saturday (Aug 3) as right-wing protesters turned violent and staged attacks on riot police. WATCH | Gaza crisis: Biden Netanyahu divide over ceasefire talks ×

Morning news brief: Biden sets Netanyahu straight; Hezbollah targets Israel, and more

US and Russia agreed to a prisoners swap on Thursday (Aug 1) under which&nbsp;Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and former US Marine Paul Whelan returned to the US late in the evening. Both the president and the vice president are expected to greet them at Joint Base Andrews. In other news, a NYT report has claimed that Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh was killed in a bomb blast in Tehran, Iran.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-and-harris-to-welcome-freed-americans-arriving-from-russia-746431">Biden and Harris to welcome freed Americans arriving from Russia</a>

US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris welcomed and greeted the American prisoners freed from Russian custody after they returned to the country, late on Thursday evening.&nbsp;<img alt="main img" src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2024/08/02/447037-untitled-design-30.png?imwidth=400" />

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Donald Trump has criticised President Joe Biden's decision of the recent prisoner swap with Moscow, which secured the release of American journalist Evan Gershkovich and former US Marine Paul Whelan from Russian custody.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-chief-haniyeh-was-killed-by-bomb-hidden-two-months-ago-in-tehran-guesthouse-746338">Hamas chief Haniyeh was killed by bomb hidden two months ago in Tehran guesthouse: Report</a>

Ismail Haniyeh, the Doha-based political bureau chief of Hamas, was assassinated using an explosive device that was smuggled into the guesthouse he was staying at in Tehran, Iran, according to a report in the New York Times.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-lifted-800-million-out-of-poverty-simply-by-smartphone-un-746446">India lifted 800 million out of poverty 'simply by smartphones': UN</a>

India has lifted 800 million out of poverty in the last five to six years, simply by the use of smartphones, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) President Dennis Francis said on Thursday (Aug 1).

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US and Russia agreed to a prisoners swap on Thursday (Aug 1) under which Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and former US Marine Paul Whelan returned to the US late in the evening.

US and Russia agreed to a prisoners swap on Thursday (Aug 1) under which Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich and former US Marine Paul Whelan returned to the US late in the evening. Both the president and the vice president are expected to greet them at Joint Base Andrews. In other news, a NYT report has claimed that Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh was killed in a bomb blast in Tehran, Iran. Click on headlines to read more: Biden and Harris to welcome freed Americans arriving from Russia US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris welcomed and greeted the American prisoners freed from Russian custody after they returned to the country, late on Thursday evening. Trump criticises Biden's decision on Gershkovich and Whelan exchange Donald Trump has criticised President Joe Biden's decision of the recent prisoner swap with Moscow, which secured the release of American journalist Evan Gershkovich and former US Marine Paul Whelan from Russian custody. Hamas chief Haniyeh was killed by bomb hidden two months ago in Tehran guesthouse: Report Ismail Haniyeh, the Doha-based political bureau chief of Hamas, was assassinated using an explosive device that was smuggled into the guesthouse he was staying at in Tehran, Iran, according to a report in the New York Times. India lifted 800 million out of poverty 'simply by smartphones': UN India has lifted 800 million out of poverty in the last five to six years, simply by the use of smartphones, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) President Dennis Francis said on Thursday (Aug 1). Watch | Wayanad landslides: At least 298 killed, over 200 others injured ×

Morning news brief: Freed Americans return home, Hamas chief Haniyeh killed in blast, and more

At the NATO Summit in Washington, it has been decided that the US will deploy its missiles in Germany, starting 2026.&nbsp;SM-6, Tomahawk cruise missiles and developmental hypersonic weapons that have a longer range than current capabilities in Europe will be deployed. In other news,&nbsp;wife of slain Islamic State leader, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, has been sentenced to death by an Iraqi criminal court. She has identified as Asma Mohammed aka Asma Fawzi Mohammed Al-Qubaysi, the first wife of a polygamous Baghdadi.

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The United States will start deploying long-range fire capabilities in Germany in 2026 in an effort to demonstrate its commitment to NATO and European defence, the United States and Germany said in a joint statement on Wednesday (Jul 11).

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An Iraqi criminal court on Wednesday (July 10) sentenced to death the wife of slain Islamic State leader, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. She has been accused of working with the ISIS group and detaining Yazidi women, said the country's judiciary, without naming the woman.

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NATO leaders on Wednesday (Jul 10) labelled China a "decisive enabler" of Russia's war against Ukraine, accusing it of playing a key role in helping Moscow's assault. Beijing in response warned the alliance against "provoking confrontation" over China's ties with Russia.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has returned to India on Thursday (July 11), after completing his two-nation visit&nbsp;to Russia and Austria. The&nbsp;diplomatic trips were intended to enhance bilateral relations and address major international issues with the leaders of both nations.

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At the NATO Summit in Washington, it has been decided that the US will deploy its missiles in Germany, starting 2026. SM-6, Tomahawk cruise missiles and developmental hypersonic weapons that have a longer range than current capabilities in Europe will be deployed.

At the NATO Summit in Washington, it has been decided that the US will deploy its missiles in Germany, starting 2026. SM-6, Tomahawk cruise missiles and developmental hypersonic weapons that have a longer range than current capabilities in Europe will be deployed. In other news, wife of slain Islamic State leader, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, has been sentenced to death by an Iraqi criminal court. She has identified as Asma Mohammed aka Asma Fawzi Mohammed Al-Qubaysi, the first wife of a polygamous Baghdadi. Click headlines to read more: NATO Summit: US to deploy weapons in Germany; concerns raised over Russia-North Korea ties The United States will start deploying long-range fire capabilities in Germany in 2026 in an effort to demonstrate its commitment to NATO and European defence, the United States and Germany said in a joint statement on Wednesday (Jul 11). ISIS leader al-Baghdadi's wife, Asma Mohammed, sentenced to death for 'crimes against humanity' An Iraqi criminal court on Wednesday (July 10) sentenced to death the wife of slain Islamic State leader, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi. She has been accused of working with the ISIS group and detaining Yazidi women, said the country's judiciary, without naming the woman. China warns NATO against provoking confrontation after alliance labels it 'decisive enabler' of Russia's war NATO leaders on Wednesday (Jul 10) labelled China a "decisive enabler" of Russia's war against Ukraine, accusing it of playing a key role in helping Moscow's assault. Beijing in response warned the alliance against "provoking confrontation" over China's ties with Russia. PM Modi lands in Delhi after concluding Russia, Austria visit Prime Minister Narendra Modi has returned to India on Thursday (July 11), after completing his two-nation visit to Russia and Austria. The diplomatic trips were intended to enhance bilateral relations and address major international issues with the leaders of both nations. Watch | France Parliament faces real test: 2025 budget; Citizens ask 'is France governable?' ×

Morning news brief: US to deploy weapons in Germany, Al-Baghdadi's wife sentenced to death, and more

US President Joe Biden on Tuesday (July 9) officially opened NATO's Washington Summit and&nbsp;pledged to forcefully defend Ukraine against Russian invasion.

In other news,&nbsp;Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Vienna.

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US&nbsp;President pledged to forcefully defend Ukraine against Russian&nbsp;invasion and announced a "historic donation" of critical new air defence capabilities to bolster Kyiv's fight against Russia.&nbsp;

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A US military pier constructed two months ago to facilitate humanitarian aid into Gaza is set to be permanently dismantled within the next few days, according to a recent report.

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In India's Uttar Pradesh, a tragic collision between a double-decker bus and a milk tanker in the Unnao district on Wednesday (July 10) has claimed the lives of at least 18 people.

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Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Vienna on Tuesday (July 9), following Modi's significant visit to Russia.&nbsp;

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US President Joe Biden on Tuesday (July 9) officially opened NATO's Washington Summit and pledged to forcefully defend Ukraine against Russian invasion. In other news, Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Vienna.

US President Joe Biden on Tuesday (July 9) officially opened NATO's Washington Summit and pledged to forcefully defend Ukraine against Russian invasion. In other news, Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Vienna. Click on the links to read more... Biden pledges new air defence support for Ukraine at NATO summit US President pledged to forcefully defend Ukraine against Russian invasion and announced a "historic donation" of critical new air defence capabilities to bolster Kyiv's fight against Russia. US to permanently dismantle ‘aid pier’ after successive failures: Report A US military pier constructed two months ago to facilitate humanitarian aid into Gaza is set to be permanently dismantled within the next few days, according to a recent report. Unnao: 18 killed as bus and milk tanker collide on Lucknow-Agra Expressway In India's Uttar Pradesh, a tragic collision between a double-decker bus and a milk tanker in the Unnao district on Wednesday (July 10) has claimed the lives of at least 18 people. Austrian Chancellor welcomes PM Modi in Vienna Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer welcomed Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Vienna on Tuesday (July 9), following Modi's significant visit to Russia. UK PM Keir Starmer scraps Rwanda migrant scheme, plan to relocate asylum seekers ×

Morning news brief: Biden pledges more aid to Ukraine; PM Modi in Vienna; and more

In a major diplomatic victory for India, Russia will release and assist in the return of all Indians reportedly serving in the Russian Army, according to a report in ANI.

In other news,&nbsp;United Airlines, which operated the Boeing 757-200, stated the plane lost the wheel after departing from Los Angeles International Airport but landed safely in Denver, its intended destination.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-to-release-indians-from-army-after-pm-modi-raises-issue-with-putin-739131">Russia to release Indians from army after PM Modi raises issue with Putin</a>

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is currently on a two-day visit to Russia, brought up this issue during his discussion with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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Joe Biden, it seems, is pulling a 'Trump'. The US President, looking forward to another term in the White House, as per reports, has taken a page out of his Republican rival Donald Trump's book. On Monday, the Democrat dialled into a morning TV show, lamenting against the "elite" Democrats asking him to quit the election race.

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The banned Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad's (JeM) shadow militant outfit Kashmir Tigers has made it to headlines after it claimed responsibility for the Kathua terror attack.&nbsp;

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In the latest string of safety scares for the aerospace giant Boeing, a&nbsp;jetliner taking off from Los Angeles lost a wheel Monday (July 8).

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In a major diplomatic victory for India, Russia will release and assist in the return of all Indians reportedly serving in the Russian Army, according to a report in ANI. In other news, United Airlines, which operated the Boeing 757-200, stated the plane lost the wheel after departing from Los Angeles International Airport but landed safely in Denver, its intended destination. Click on the links to read more... Russia to release Indians from army after PM Modi raises issue with Putin Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who is currently on a two-day visit to Russia, brought up this issue during his discussion with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Biden pulls a Trump: Slams 'elites,' challenges rivals on morning TV Joe Biden, it seems, is pulling a 'Trump'. The US President, looking forward to another term in the White House, as per reports, has taken a page out of his Republican rival Donald Trump's book. On Monday, the Democrat dialled into a morning TV show, lamenting against the "elite" Democrats asking him to quit the election race. Who are Kashmir Tigers? Militant outfit which carried out Kathua terror attack The banned Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammad's (JeM) shadow militant outfit Kashmir Tigers has made it to headlines after it claimed responsibility for the Kathua terror attack. United Airlines plane loses wheel in dramatic takeoff from Los Angeles In the latest string of safety scares for the aerospace giant Boeing, a jetliner taking off from Los Angeles lost a wheel Monday (July 8). WATCH | Texas: Hurricane Beryl makes landfall as category-1 hurricane, flights cancelled & oil ports shut ×

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The final round of voting in France gets underway on Sunday (Jul 7) as&nbsp;Marine Le Pen's National Rally (RN) attempts to wrestle outright control of the National Assembly. In other news, the iconic Jagannath Rath Yatra (chariot festival) kicked off in the Eastern Indian state of Odisha on Sunday morning.&nbsp;

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France on Sunday (July 7) votes in "seismic" elections that will decide the nation's political future and could see the far right for the first time become the largest party in the parliament.

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The unique Jagannath Rath Yatra, also known as the Chariot festival, kicked off in the eastern Indian state of Odisha on Sunday (Jul 7). The festival, believed to be as old as the Jagannath Temple in Puri, has seen the authorities deploy AI technology this year to better manage the crowd as millions of devotees gather to catch a glimpse of the deities and partake in the rituals.

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Donald Trump has urged his rival Joe Biden to 'ignore' the critics and&nbsp;march on in the presidential race after the disastrous debate where the Democrat leader struggled.

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The United Kingdom's newly appointed Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, on Saturday (July 6), embarked on his first international trip to Germany. The trip comes just a day after the Labour Party's sweeping victory in the 2024 UK General Election.

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The final round of voting in France gets underway on Sunday (Jul 7) as Marine Le Pen's National Rally (RN) attempts to wrestle outright control of the National Assembly.

The final round of voting in France gets underway on Sunday (Jul 7) as Marine Le Pen's National Rally (RN) attempts to wrestle outright control of the National Assembly. In other news, the iconic Jagannath Rath Yatra (chariot festival) kicked off in the Eastern Indian state of Odisha on Sunday morning. Click to read more: French Elections 2024: Could Le Pen's far-right seize control of parliament in 'seismic' election? France on Sunday (July 7) votes in "seismic" elections that will decide the nation's political future and could see the far right for the first time become the largest party in the parliament. Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024: Iconic festival underway in Puri with help of AI technology The unique Jagannath Rath Yatra, also known as the Chariot festival, kicked off in the eastern Indian state of Odisha on Sunday (Jul 7). The festival, believed to be as old as the Jagannath Temple in Puri, has seen the authorities deploy AI technology this year to better manage the crowd as millions of devotees gather to catch a glimpse of the deities and partake in the rituals. 'Sleepy Joe should...': Trump's 'suggestion' to Biden after disastrous presidential debate Donald Trump has urged his rival Joe Biden to 'ignore' the critics and march on in the presidential race after the disastrous debate where the Democrat leader struggled. Britain's new foreign secretary David Lammy visits Germany, calls for 'reset' in EU relations The United Kingdom's newly appointed Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, on Saturday (July 6), embarked on his first international trip to Germany. The trip comes just a day after the Labour Party's sweeping victory in the 2024 UK General Election. Watch | Hurricane Beryl: Beryl to gain strength before hitting Texas ×

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Indian captain Rohit Sharma announced that the T20 World Cup winning game against South Africa in Barbados&nbsp;was his last in the shortest format as he announced his retirement from T20Is. In other news, voters in France will head&nbsp;to the polls on Sunday (Jun 30) to cast their ballots in the first round of the high-stakes snap parliamentary elections.&nbsp;

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Indian captain Rohit Sharma announced that the T20 World Cup winning game against South Africa in Barbados (on Saturday, June 29) was his last in the shortest format as he announced his retirement from T20Is, joining veteran batter Virat Kohli in taking a similar call.&nbsp;

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Voters in France headed to the polls on Sunday (Jun 30) to cast their ballots in the first round of the high-stakes snap parliamentary elections which could usher in the country’s first far-right government since World War Two.

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At least 18 people have been killed and dozens of others have been injured in suspected suicide attacks targeting a wedding, a hospital and a funeral in northeastern Nigeria on Saturday (Jun 29), said local officials.&nbsp;

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Ukrainian authorities on Saturday (June 29) claimed that seven people were killed and 31 others were injured after Russian side fired missiles at the town of Vilniansk outside the city of Zaporizhzhia.

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Indian captain Rohit Sharma announced that the T20 World Cup winning game against South Africa in Barbados was his last in the shortest format as he announced his retirement from T20Is.

Indian captain Rohit Sharma announced that the T20 World Cup winning game against South Africa in Barbados was his last in the shortest format as he announced his retirement from T20Is. In other news, voters in France will head to the polls on Sunday (Jun 30) to cast their ballots in the first round of the high-stakes snap parliamentary elections. Click on the headlines to read more India captain Rohit Sharma announces T20I retirement after World Cup win in Barbados Indian captain Rohit Sharma announced that the T20 World Cup winning game against South Africa in Barbados (on Saturday, June 29) was his last in the shortest format as he announced his retirement from T20Is, joining veteran batter Virat Kohli in taking a similar call. France elections: Voters to cast ballots in snap polls as far right seeks historic win Voters in France headed to the polls on Sunday (Jun 30) to cast their ballots in the first round of the high-stakes snap parliamentary elections which could usher in the country’s first far-right government since World War Two. Nigeria: At least 18 killed after string of suspected suicide bomb attacks At least 18 people have been killed and dozens of others have been injured in suspected suicide attacks targeting a wedding, a hospital and a funeral in northeastern Nigeria on Saturday (Jun 29), said local officials. Zelensky calls for more weapons from West as Russia strikes town outside Zaporizhzhia Ukrainian authorities on Saturday (June 29) claimed that seven people were killed and 31 others were injured after Russian side fired missiles at the town of Vilniansk outside the city of Zaporizhzhia. WATCH | Fans on streets to celebrate India's win over South Africa in final

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Hours after his disappointing performance in the United States presidential election debate, President Joe Biden&nbsp;slammed those who criticised his age and&nbsp;vowed that&nbsp;he would win re-election in November. In other news, three leaders, including the former Bolivian general, who have been accused of leading the failed coup against Bolivian President Luis Arce were remanded in custody, on Friday (Jun 28), said the country’s top prosecutor.

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In a&nbsp;fiery speech, hours after his disappointing performance in the United States presidential election debate, President Joe Biden&nbsp;slammed those who criticised his age and&nbsp;vowed&nbsp;to his supporters that he would win re-election in November amid rising concerns over his candidature among the Democrats.

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Three leaders, including the former Bolivian general, who have been accused of leading the failed coup against Bolivian President Luis Arce were remanded in custody.&nbsp;Arce said that the detained&nbsp;former Bolivian general&nbsp;had planned to “take over” the government and become the president if the coup was successful.

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The Supreme Court of the United States said on Friday (June 28), the Justice Department went too far by charging hundreds involved in the January 6 Capitol riot with obstructing Congress.

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Boeing's Starliner capsule return journey to Earth has gone on indefinite hold because of new thruster tests' pending results and the ongoing analysis of helium leaks which started during the capsule's journey to the International Space Station, stated NASA on Friday (June 28).

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A Panamanian court has acquitted 28 people charged with money laundering at the centre of the ‘Panama Papers’ scandal, said the country’s judicial branch, in a statement on Friday (Jun 28).&nbsp;

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Hours after his disappointing performance in the United States presidential election debate, President Joe Biden slammed those who criticised his age and vowed that he would win re-election in November.

Hours after his disappointing performance in the United States presidential election debate, President Joe Biden slammed those who criticised his age and vowed that he would win re-election in November. In other news, three leaders, including the former Bolivian general, who have been accused of leading the failed coup against Bolivian President Luis Arce were remanded in custody, on Friday (Jun 28), said the country’s top prosecutor. Click on the headlines to read more Biden accepts he is 'not a young man', but vows to remain in 2024 race for White House In a fiery speech, hours after his disappointing performance in the United States presidential election debate, President Joe Biden slammed those who criticised his age and vowed to his supporters that he would win re-election in November amid rising concerns over his candidature among the Democrats. Bolivian general, other suspected leaders of failed coup get six months pre-trial detention Three leaders, including the former Bolivian general, who have been accused of leading the failed coup against Bolivian President Luis Arce were remanded in custody. Arce said that the detained former Bolivian general had planned to “take over” the government and become the president if the coup was successful. Supreme Court rules in favour of Jan 6 defendant, limits obstruction charges The Supreme Court of the United States said on Friday (June 28), the Justice Department went too far by charging hundreds involved in the January 6 Capitol riot with obstructing Congress. NASA says Boeing Starliner crew not 'stranded' in space, but has 'no date' of their return to Earth Boeing's Starliner capsule return journey to Earth has gone on indefinite hold because of new thruster tests' pending results and the ongoing analysis of helium leaks which started during the capsule's journey to the International Space Station, stated NASA on Friday (June 28). Panama Papers trial: Panamanian court acquits 28 defendants due to ‘insufficient’ evidence A Panamanian court has acquitted 28 people charged with money laundering at the centre of the ‘Panama Papers’ scandal, said the country’s judicial branch, in a statement on Friday (Jun 28). WATCH | Iran election: Three-way contest between Pezeshkian, Jalili and Qalibaf

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WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange on Wednesday (Jun 26) pleaded guilty in a US court to a single count of conspiring to obtain and disclose classified US national defence information. In other news,&nbsp;North Korea faced a rare failure in the ballistic missile test on Wednesday, as per South Korea’s military.&nbsp;

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WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange entered the&nbsp;plea deal&nbsp;at a US District Court on the Northern Mariana Islands&nbsp;which&nbsp;ended years of legal battles and made him a free man.&nbsp;Under the plea deal, the 52-year-old will be required to destroy information provided to WikiLeaks.

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North Korea carried out the test&nbsp;days after it&nbsp;protested against the US aircraft carrier's regional deployment which was placed for a trilateral military drill with South Korea and Japan.

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Newly released images taken by the FBI during its search of former United States President Donald Trump’s resort in the US state of Florida, Mar-a-Lago, shows the haphazard way in which the Republican had allegedly stored the sensitive information.

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United States President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden are believed to have treated their various real estate holdings in Delaware as their personal ATM for years by using them for various mortgages and refinancing them&nbsp;not less than 35 times, according to a report.

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WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange on Wednesday (Jun 26) pleaded guilty in a US court to a single count of conspiring to obtain and disclose classified US national defence information.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange on Wednesday (Jun 26) pleaded guilty in a US court to a single count of conspiring to obtain and disclose classified US national defence information. In other news, North Korea faced a rare failure in the ballistic missile test on Wednesday, as per South Korea’s military. Click on the headlines to read more Judge declares Julian Assange 'a free man' as he pleads guilty in WikiLeaks espionage case WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange entered the plea deal at a US District Court on the Northern Mariana Islands which ended years of legal battles and made him a free man. Under the plea deal, the 52-year-old will be required to destroy information provided to WikiLeaks. North Korea faces rare missile test failure amid war of trash with South Korea North Korea carried out the test days after it protested against the US aircraft carrier's regional deployment which was placed for a trilateral military drill with South Korea and Japan. New images show Trump’s ‘haphazard’ storage of classified documents at Mar-a-Lago: Prosecutors Newly released images taken by the FBI during its search of former United States President Donald Trump’s resort in the US state of Florida, Mar-a-Lago, shows the haphazard way in which the Republican had allegedly stored the sensitive information. Joe Biden turns his Delaware home into 'personal ATM', earns $4.2 mln from $350K property United States President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden are believed to have treated their various real estate holdings in Delaware as their personal ATM for years by using them for various mortgages and refinancing them not less than 35 times, according to a report. WATCH | Kenya: Protests against tax hike turn violent

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In a major military shake-up, Ukraine leader&nbsp;Volodymyr Zelensky removed a top commander leading the battle on the Russia front. Zelensky declared Monday (Jun 24) that Lt Gen Yuriy Sodol had been replaced by Brig Gen Andriy Hnatov without giving any details. In a major development, WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was set free Monday evening and he is now returning to his home in Australia. He had published thousands of US classified documents in 2010 in the biggest journalistic exposé&nbsp;since the Watergate scandal. Delhi minister Atishi was hospitalised early Tuesday after her health deteriorated during a hunger strike over the&nbsp;water crisis.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has sacked the commander of the Joint Forces Command following allegations that he caused mass casualties in the ongoing war on the Russia front.

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WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, who published thousands of US classified documents in 2010 in the biggest journalistic exposé&nbsp;since the Watergate scandal, was released from prison after five years in British custody.

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Atishi, Delhi's Water Minister, was rushed to hospital Tuesday morning (Jun 25) as her health reportedly deteriorated during an indefinite hunger strike.

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Jordanian Police said on Monday (June 24) that they uncovered&nbsp;and detonated explosives hidden in a commercial warehouse in an industrial area southeast of the capital Amman

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In a major military shake-up, Ukraine leader Volodymyr Zelensky removed a top commander leading the battle on the Russia front. Zelensky declared Monday (Jun 24) that Lt Gen Yuriy Sodol had been replaced by Brig Gen Andriy Hnatov without giving any details.

In a major military shake-up, Ukraine leader Volodymyr Zelensky removed a top commander leading the battle on the Russia front. Zelensky declared Monday (Jun 24) that Lt Gen Yuriy Sodol had been replaced by Brig Gen Andriy Hnatov without giving any details. In a major development, WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was set free Monday evening and he is now returning to his home in Australia. He had published thousands of US classified documents in 2010 in the biggest journalistic exposé since the Watergate scandal. Delhi minister Atishi was hospitalised early Tuesday after her health deteriorated during a hunger strike over the water crisis. Click on the headlines to read more. Ukraine war: Zelensky replaces top military commander for 'causing mass casualties' on Russia front Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has sacked the commander of the Joint Forces Command following allegations that he caused mass casualties in the ongoing war on the Russia front. Julian Assange is free: Wikileaks confirms its founder is flying home to Australia WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange, who published thousands of US classified documents in 2010 in the biggest journalistic exposé since the Watergate scandal, was released from prison after five years in British custody. Delhi minister Atishi hospitalised as health worsens during hunger strike against Haryana Atishi, Delhi's Water Minister, was rushed to hospital Tuesday morning (Jun 25) as her health reportedly deteriorated during an indefinite hunger strike. An Iran-linked plot to destabilise us: Jordan police detonate explosives hidden in warehouse in Amman Jordanian Police said on Monday (June 24) that they uncovered and detonated explosives hidden in a commercial warehouse in an industrial area southeast of the capital Amman Watch: Chinese hackers have increased cyberattacks on Taiwan: Report × A suspected Chinese state-sponsored hacking group has stepped up its targeting of Taiwanese organisations, according to cybersecurity intelligence company Recorded Future. Watch in for more updates!

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An attack launched on synagogues, churches and a police post in Russia's Dagestan region killed at least 17&nbsp;people on Sunday.&nbsp;Videos that went viral on social media showed masked gunmen opening fire at these places of worship. Meanwhile, the first session of the 18th Lok Sabha is due to start today. In the beginning, President Droupadi Murmu&nbsp;will administer the oath to BJP lawmaker Bhartruhari Mahtab as the Pro-tem Speaker of the Lok Sabha. The death toll in the Hajj heat crisis has breached the 1300 mark.&nbsp;The Saudi Press Agency said that the number of fatalities&nbsp;reached 1,301, with 83 per cent being unauthorised to perform Hajj&nbsp;and having walked long distances under direct sunlight.

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Synagogues, churches and a police post in Russia's North Caucasus region of Dagestan came under attack on Sunday (June 23), killing at least 17&nbsp;people, including policemen and a priest.

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The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha will start on Monday. On this day, the oath-taking ceremony of newly-elected Members of the Indian Parliament, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi will take place.

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The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) said on Sunday (June 23) that more than 1,300 pilgrims died during this year's Hajj which took place&nbsp;amid intense heat.

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French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday (June 23) vowed to "act until May 2027" no matter who wins the snap parliamentary elections scheduled for June 30 and July 7.&nbsp;

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An attack launched on synagogues, churches and a police post in Russia's Dagestan region killed at least 17 people on Sunday. Videos that went viral on social media showed masked gunmen opening fire at these places of worship.

An attack launched on synagogues, churches and a police post in Russia's Dagestan region killed at least 17 people on Sunday. Videos that went viral on social media showed masked gunmen opening fire at these places of worship. Meanwhile, the first session of the 18th Lok Sabha is due to start today. In the beginning, President Droupadi Murmu will administer the oath to BJP lawmaker Bhartruhari Mahtab as the Pro-tem Speaker of the Lok Sabha. The death toll in the Hajj heat crisis has breached the 1300 mark. The Saudi Press Agency said that the number of fatalities reached 1,301, with 83 per cent being unauthorised to perform Hajj and having walked long distances under direct sunlight. Click on the headlines to read more. Russia Dagestan terrorist attack: Churches and synagogues attacked; cops, priest among 17 killed Synagogues, churches and a police post in Russia's North Caucasus region of Dagestan came under attack on Sunday (June 23), killing at least 17 people, including policemen and a priest. Parliament Session 2024: Pro-tem Speaker has never been an issue in Parl's history, says Rijiju The first session of the 18th Lok Sabha will start on Monday. On this day, the oath-taking ceremony of newly-elected Members of the Indian Parliament, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi will take place. Hajj 2024: Saudi Arabia says death toll during pilgrimage is over 1,300 The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) said on Sunday (June 23) that more than 1,300 pilgrims died during this year's Hajj which took place amid intense heat. France snap elections: Macron vows to stay in charge 'until 2027' as far right eyes rout French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday (June 23) vowed to "act until May 2027" no matter who wins the snap parliamentary elections scheduled for June 30 and July 7. Watch: UK: Rishi Sunak to become first sitting UK PM to lose own seat in election? With Rishi Sunak’s Conservative Party facing a wipeout according to the polls, there are suggestions he could even become the first sitting prime minister in history to lose his seat. Watch for more details! ×

Morning news brief: Terrorist attack in Russia's Dagestan kills 17; Indian Parliament session begins; & more

An ex-Kremlin minister reportedly attended a Tory fundraiser event earlier this week even as UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak blasted Russian leader Vladimir Putin at the Ukraine peace summit just days later. Egyptian authorities are cracking down on tourism companies and revoking their licenses, accusing them of causing deaths of Hajj pilgrims in Saudi Arabia.&nbsp;Citing medical and security sources, the news agency Reuters reported that at least 530&nbsp;Egyptians died during this year's pilgrimage.

Meanwhile, the Israeli forces tied down a Palestinian to the hood of a military jeep. The Israeli military acknowledged the incident after a video surfaced on social media and said that its forces violated protocol.&nbsp;

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Days after UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's tirade against Russian President Vladimir Putin, an ex-Kremlin minister was spotted at the Tories’ summer fundraising event

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The Egyptian government said on Saturday (June 22) that it withdrew the&nbsp;licenses of 16 tourism companies and referred them to the public prosecutor, accusing them of being responsible for the deaths of&nbsp;Egyptian pilgrims in Mecca.

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Israeli forces strapped a wounded Palestinian man to the hood of their military jeep during a raid in the West Bank city of Jenin, on Saturday (Jun 22).

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A woman said she was getting death threats on social after for performing yoga inside the famous Golden Temple in India's Punjab.

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An ex-Kremlin minister reportedly attended a Tory fundraiser event earlier this week even as UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak blasted Russian leader Vladimir Putin at the Ukraine peace summit just days later. Egyptian authorities are cracking down on tourism companies and revoking their licenses, accusing them of causing deaths of Hajj pilgrims in Saudi Arabia. Citing medical and security sources, the news agency Reuters reported that at least 530 Egyptians died during this year's pilgrimage. Meanwhile, the Israeli forces tied down a Palestinian to the hood of a military jeep. The Israeli military acknowledged the incident after a video surfaced on social media and said that its forces violated protocol. Click on the headlines to read more. Tory fundraiser attended by ex-Kremlin minister days after PM Sunak's tirade against Putin Days after UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's tirade against Russian President Vladimir Putin, an ex-Kremlin minister was spotted at the Tories’ summer fundraising event Hajj 2024: Egypt cracks down on tourism firms, accuses them of causing pilgrim deaths The Egyptian government said on Saturday (June 22) that it withdrew the licenses of 16 tourism companies and referred them to the public prosecutor, accusing them of being responsible for the deaths of Egyptian pilgrims in Mecca. Israeli forces strap wounded Palestinian on hood of military vehicle during arrest raid in West Bank Israeli forces strapped a wounded Palestinian man to the hood of their military jeep during a raid in the West Bank city of Jenin, on Saturday (Jun 22). Woman receiving death threats for performing Yoga inside Golden Temple, issues apology A woman said she was getting death threats on social after for performing yoga inside the famous Golden Temple in India's Punjab. Watch: Israel-Hamas war: Israeli strike kills 24 in Northern Gaza At least 24 people lost their lives and several others suffered injuries after Israeli military pounded two neighborhoods of Gaza City. Watch in for more details! ×

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Three people were killed and 10 others were injured after a shooter opened fire at a grocery store in Fordyce, Arkansas on Friday (June 21). In other news, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) said that its offices in Gaza were damaged by the shelling which, according to the organisation, killed 22 people and wounded 45 others, on Friday&nbsp;afternoon.

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The shooting where three&nbsp;people were killed and 10 others were injured&nbsp;occurred at about 11.30 am local time Friday at the Mad Butcher grocery store in Fordyce.&nbsp;The injured included two law enforcement officers who exchanged fire and shot the suspect, police said.

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The Red Cross said&nbsp;its offices in Gaza were damaged by the shelling which&nbsp;took place near its Gaza office that is&nbsp;surrounded by hundreds of displaced civilians living in tents, but did not say who fired it.&nbsp;

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For more than 20 years, the US position has been that Al Qaeda acted alone on&nbsp;September 11, 2001, when hijacked jetliners crashed into the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and a field in Pennsylvania.&nbsp;However, American media reports on Thursday (June 20) said that a newly released video has raised questions about whether Saudi Arabia provided&nbsp;crucial assistance to the hijackers.&nbsp;

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David DePape, the man who attacked&nbsp;Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi’s husband, Paul, was found guilty on five charges in&nbsp;a court in California, United States, on Friday (Jun 21). He was also&nbsp;convicted&nbsp;of aggravated kidnapping which&nbsp;mandates life in prison&nbsp;without the possibility of parole.

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Three people were killed and 10 others were injured after a shooter opened fire at a grocery store in Fordyce, Arkansas on Friday (June 21). In other news, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) said that its offices in Gaza were damaged by the shelling which, according to the organisation, killed 22 people and wounded 45 others, on Friday afternoon.

Three people were killed and 10 others were injured after a shooter opened fire at a grocery store in Fordyce, Arkansas on Friday (June 21). In other news, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) said that its offices in Gaza were damaged by the shelling which, according to the organisation, killed 22 people and wounded 45 others, on Friday afternoon. Click on the headlines to read more Three killed, 10 injured in mass shooting outside grocery store in Arkansas The shooting where three people were killed and 10 others were injured occurred at about 11.30 am local time Friday at the Mad Butcher grocery store in Fordyce. The injured included two law enforcement officers who exchanged fire and shot the suspect, police said. Red Cross says at least 22 killed after shelling near its Gaza office; IDF denies responsibility for attack The Red Cross said its offices in Gaza were damaged by the shelling which took place near its Gaza office that is surrounded by hundreds of displaced civilians living in tents, but did not say who fired it. 9/11 attacks: Video showing Saudi man raises questions whether Riyadh provided assistance to hijackers For more than 20 years, the US position has been that Al Qaeda acted alone on September 11, 2001, when hijacked jetliners crashed into the World Trade Center, the Pentagon, and a field in Pennsylvania. However, American media reports on Thursday (June 20) said that a newly released video has raised questions about whether Saudi Arabia provided crucial assistance to the hijackers. Man who attacked Nancy Pelosi’s husband convicted, again, in California court, faces life in prison David DePape, the man who attacked Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi’s husband, Paul, was found guilty on five charges in a court in California, United States, on Friday (Jun 21). He was also convicted of aggravated kidnapping which mandates life in prison without the possibility of parole. WATCH | Swiss Court sentences UK's Hinduja family for exploiting Indian staff

Morning news brief: Mass shooting in Arkansas; Red Cross says 22 killed after shelling in Gaza, & more

South Korea’s military, on Friday (Jun 21) said that they fired warning shots after North Korean soldiers crossed the heavily fortified border again, on Thursday, in the third such incursion this month. In other news,&nbsp;Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (June 21) led celebrations for the International Day of Yoga 2024 in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-korea-fired-warning-shots-after-north-korean-soldiers-crossed-the-border-again-seoul-733688">South Korea fired warning shots after North Korean soldiers crossed the border again: Seoul</a>

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The South Korean military said dozens of North Korean soldiers breached the demarcation line, on Thursday (Jun 20)&nbsp;prompting Seoul’s army personnel to broadcast warnings and fire warning shots after which Pyongyang’s soldiers retreated.&nbsp;

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (June 21) led celebrations for the International Day of Yoga 2024 during his&nbsp;first trip to Kashmir since&nbsp;assuming office for a third consecutive term.&nbsp;On Friday, Modi led the Yoga session at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar.

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TikTok and its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, on Thursday (June 20) appealed to a US court to overturn a law that threatens to ban the popular video app in the United States starting January 19.&nbsp;

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Fifteen people were shot during a violent incident at a Juneteenth celebration at Lake Merritt, Oakland — over 800 miles south of Washington DC — in the intervening night of June 19 and June 20.

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South Korea’s military, on Friday (Jun 21) said that they fired warning shots after North Korean soldiers crossed the heavily fortified border again, on Thursday, in the third such incursion this month.

South Korea’s military, on Friday (Jun 21) said that they fired warning shots after North Korean soldiers crossed the heavily fortified border again, on Thursday, in the third such incursion this month. In other news, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (June 21) led celebrations for the International Day of Yoga 2024 in Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar. Click on the headlines to read more South Korea fired warning shots after North Korean soldiers crossed the border again: Seoul The South Korean military said dozens of North Korean soldiers breached the demarcation line, on Thursday (Jun 20) prompting Seoul’s army personnel to broadcast warnings and fire warning shots after which Pyongyang’s soldiers retreated. International Yoga Day 2024: Modi leads celebrations, says world seeing new Yoga economy going forward Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday (June 21) led celebrations for the International Day of Yoga 2024 during his first trip to Kashmir since assuming office for a third consecutive term. On Friday, Modi led the Yoga session at the Sher-i-Kashmir International Conference Centre (SKICC) in Srinagar. TikTok fights back: ByteDance appeals against potential ban in US, calls it 'unconstitutional' TikTok and its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, on Thursday (June 20) appealed to a US court to overturn a law that threatens to ban the popular video app in the United States starting January 19. Oakland Juneteenth celebrations morph into show of violence, 15 injured in shooting incident Fifteen people were shot during a violent incident at a Juneteenth celebration at Lake Merritt, Oakland — over 800 miles south of Washington DC — in the intervening night of June 19 and June 20. WATCH | Former Dutch PM Mark Rutte set to replace Jens Stoltenberg as NATO Chief

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A Philippine supply ship dangerously approached a Chinese vessel and slightly collided with Beijing’s ship after it illegally intruded into waters adjacent to the Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea,&nbsp;China’s coast guard claimed. In other news, at least 19 Jordanian and Iranian pilgrims died while on the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, authorities from both countries said on Sunday (June 16).

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The Chinese coast guard reported a collision between a Philippine ship and a Chinese vessel, on Monday, near the Spratly Islands in the disputed South China Sea,&nbsp;on Monday (Jun 17).&nbsp;

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In a statement, Jordan's foreign ministry said that 14 pilgrims died and 17 others were missing during the performance of Hajj. Meanwhile,&nbsp;Iranian Red Crescent chief Pirhossein Koolivand said that five pilgrims died in Mecca and Medina.

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Indian national Nikhil Gupta, who has been accused of being involved in a murder-for-hire plot against Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, has been extradited to the United States, The Washington Post reported on Sunday (June 16) citing people familiar with developments.

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China on Sunday (June 16) offered to send Australia two new pandas as the ties between the nations improve after years of tension.&nbsp;Chinese Premier Li Qiang, who was on a visit to Australia — the first by a Chinese leader in seven years, made the announcement during his visit to Adelaide Zoo.

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A Philippine supply ship dangerously approached a Chinese vessel and slightly collided with Beijing’s ship after it illegally intruded into waters adjacent to the Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea, China’s coast guard claimed.

A Philippine supply ship dangerously approached a Chinese vessel and slightly collided with Beijing’s ship after it illegally intruded into waters adjacent to the Second Thomas Shoal in the South China Sea, China’s coast guard claimed. In other news, at least 19 Jordanian and Iranian pilgrims died while on the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, authorities from both countries said on Sunday (June 16). Click on the headlines to read more Chinese coast guard claims Philippine supply ship bumped Beijing’s ship in disputed South China Sea The Chinese coast guard reported a collision between a Philippine ship and a Chinese vessel, on Monday, near the Spratly Islands in the disputed South China Sea, on Monday (Jun 17). Hajj 2024: At least 19 Jordanian and Iranian pilgrims die in Saudi Arabia as temperatures soar In a statement, Jordan's foreign ministry said that 14 pilgrims died and 17 others were missing during the performance of Hajj. Meanwhile, Iranian Red Crescent chief Pirhossein Koolivand said that five pilgrims died in Mecca and Medina. Pannun murder plot: Indian accused of attempting to kill Khalistani terrorist extradited to US Indian national Nikhil Gupta, who has been accused of being involved in a murder-for-hire plot against Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, has been extradited to the United States, The Washington Post reported on Sunday (June 16) citing people familiar with developments. China's Premier announces new pandas for Australia during historic visit amid thawing relations China on Sunday (June 16) offered to send Australia two new pandas as the ties between the nations improve after years of tension. Chinese Premier Li Qiang, who was on a visit to Australia — the first by a Chinese leader in seven years, made the announcement during his visit to Adelaide Zoo. WATCH | Israel-Hamas War: PM Netanyahu denounces Israel military's 'tactical pause' plan

Morning brief: Philippine, Chinese vessels collide in South China Sea; at least 19 Hajj pilgrims die, & more

The crew on board a bulk cargo carrier which sustained damage after a missile attack by the Iran-backed Yemen-based Houthi rebels in the Gulf of Aden has abandoned ship, said the United States military, on Saturday (Jun 15). In other news, the suspect who opened fire at a splash pad in Rochester Hills, Michigan, injuring at least eight people has died by suicide, according to the police.&nbsp;

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The crew on board a bulk cargo carrier which sustained damage after a missile attack by the Iran-backed Yemen-based Houthi rebels in the Gulf of Aden has abandoned ship.&nbsp;This comes days after the American forces in the region said two cruise missiles launched by the militant group struck the cargo vessel.&nbsp;

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The suspect who opened fire at a splash pad in Rochester Hills, Michigan, injuring at least eight people has died by suicide, the news agency Associated Press reported on Sunday (June 16) citing the police.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday (June 15) pledged to stick to his war goals in the Gaza Strip, just hours after eight Israeli soldiers were killed in a blast in the Gaza.

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United States Vice President Kamala Harris on Saturday (June 15) pledged Washington's unwavering support for Ukraine and announced more than $1.5 billion in aid for the country's energy sector and its humanitarian situation as a result of the Russian offensive since late February 2022.

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The crew on board a bulk cargo carrier which sustained damage after a missile attack by the Iran-backed Yemen-based Houthi rebels in the Gulf of Aden has abandoned ship, said the United States military, on Saturday (Jun 15).

The crew on board a bulk cargo carrier which sustained damage after a missile attack by the Iran-backed Yemen-based Houthi rebels in the Gulf of Aden has abandoned ship, said the United States military, on Saturday (Jun 15). In other news, the suspect who opened fire at a splash pad in Rochester Hills, Michigan, injuring at least eight people has died by suicide, according to the police. Click on the headlines to read more Crew abandons cargo ship hit in missile attack by Houthi rebels: US military The crew on board a bulk cargo carrier which sustained damage after a missile attack by the Iran-backed Yemen-based Houthi rebels in the Gulf of Aden has abandoned ship. This comes days after the American forces in the region said two cruise missiles launched by the militant group struck the cargo vessel. US splash pad shooting: Suspect who injured at least 8 has died by suicide, say cops The suspect who opened fire at a splash pad in Rochester Hills, Michigan, injuring at least eight people has died by suicide, the news agency Associated Press reported on Sunday (June 16) citing the police. Gaza war: Netanyahu pledges to stick to 'war goals' after eight soldiers were killed in Rafah Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday (June 15) pledged to stick to his war goals in the Gaza Strip, just hours after eight Israeli soldiers were killed in a blast in the Gaza. At Ukraine peace summit, US Vice Prez Harris announces over $1.5 billion in aid for Kyiv United States Vice President Kamala Harris on Saturday (June 15) pledged Washington's unwavering support for Ukraine and announced more than $1.5 billion in aid for the country's energy sector and its humanitarian situation as a result of the Russian offensive since late February 2022. WATCH | US: New rules for Biden-Trump political faceoff, debate to be held on June 27

Morning news brief: Crew abandons ship attacked by Houthis; suspect in US splash pad shooting dies, & more

The United States military is preparing to temporarily remove its humanitarian pier Trident off the coast of Gaza due to anticipated sea conditions, the news agency Reuters reported early Saturday (June 15) citing an official.

In other news,&nbsp;Cyril Ramaphosa, 71, was re-elected South Africa's president for a second term.&nbsp;

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The United States (US) military is preparing to temporarily remove its humanitarian pier Trident off the coast of Gaza due to anticipated sea conditions.&nbsp;The pier had just resumed bringing humanitarian aid into the enclave after being suspended over the weekend.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cyril-ramaphosa-re-elected-south-african-president-following-coalition-deal-731891">Cyril Ramaphosa re-elected South African president following coalition deal 
 
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Cyril Ramaphosa, 71, was re-elected South Africa's president for a second term on Friday (June 14), after his African National Congress (ANC) cobbled together an unprecedented coalition government.&nbsp;

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The US State Department has sanctioned Tsav 9, describing it as a violent, extremist Israeli group, for blocking convoys delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza and assaulting trucks.

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The ambassadors of the European Union, on Friday (Jun 14) agreed to formally start accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, said the Belgian EU presidency. The agreement comes amid the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, and accusations that Moscow is planning to destabilise the government in Chisinau.&nbsp;

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The United States military is preparing to temporarily remove its humanitarian pier Trident off the coast of Gaza due to anticipated sea conditions, the news agency Reuters reported early Saturday (June 15) citing an official.

The United States military is preparing to temporarily remove its humanitarian pier Trident off the coast of Gaza due to anticipated sea conditions, the news agency Reuters reported early Saturday (June 15) citing an official. In other news, Cyril Ramaphosa, 71, was re-elected South Africa's president for a second term. Click on the headlines to read more Israel-Hamas war: 'US preparing to temporarily remove Gaza pier due to...' The United States (US) military is preparing to temporarily remove its humanitarian pier Trident off the coast of Gaza due to anticipated sea conditions. The pier had just resumed bringing humanitarian aid into the enclave after being suspended over the weekend. Cyril Ramaphosa re-elected South African president following coalition deal Cyril Ramaphosa, 71, was re-elected South Africa's president for a second term on Friday (June 14), after his African National Congress (ANC) cobbled together an unprecedented coalition government. US imposes sanctions on Israeli group for blocking Gaza aid The US State Department has sanctioned Tsav 9, describing it as a violent, extremist Israeli group, for blocking convoys delivering humanitarian aid to Gaza and assaulting trucks. European Union agrees 'in principle' on starting membership talks with Ukraine, Moldova The ambassadors of the European Union, on Friday (Jun 14) agreed to formally start accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, said the Belgian EU presidency. The agreement comes amid the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, and accusations that Moscow is planning to destabilise the government in Chisinau. WATCH | G7 Summit Italy: India's PM Modi highlights concerns of global South, leaves key message for leaders

Morning brief: US to temporarily remove Gaza aid pier; Ramaphosa re-elected as South Africa's prez, & more

Ahead of European Union elections, Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was attacked in Copenhagen. In Europe, following the D-Day celebrations, Ukraine's road for more US aid to persist against Russian offensive appears all clear. And there is one unique finalist in Men's singles in the French Open.

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Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was "hit" by a man in a Copenhagen square on Friday (June 7), her office said in an official statement, prompting widespread condemnation from all over Europe.&nbsp;

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The United Nations has added Israel to the global list of states and armed groups who have committed violations against children in the past year, country's UN envoy Gilad Erdan confirmed.

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US President Joe Biden on Friday (June 7) issued an unprecedented public apology to Ukraine for the holdup of American military assistance&nbsp;that allowed Russia to continue making gains on the battlefield. Ukraine's&nbsp;President Volodymyr Zelensky has appealed for bipartisan US support "like it was during World War II."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-bombs-another-school-in-gaza-a-day-after-strike-on-school-killed-37-729791">Israel bombs another school in Gaza, a day after strike on school killed 37</a>

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In latest offensive, Israel bombed another UN-run school in Gaza on Friday (June 7), a day after strike on school that killed 37&nbsp;people.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/astronaut-william-anders-who-showed-earthrise-from-moon-killed-in-plane-crash-729781">Astronaut William Anders, who showed 'Earthrise' from Moon, killed in plane crash</a>

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William Anders, the former Apollo 8 astronaut who took one of the most significant pictures of humankind that showed&nbsp;"Earthrise" from Moon&nbsp;in 1968, was killed on Friday (June 7)&nbsp;when the plane he was piloting alone went down into the waters off the San Juan Islands in Washington state.

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Spain’s Carlos Alcaraz has taken a giant step towards completing a career Grand Slam after he overcame Australian Open champion Jannik Sinner in a marathon French Open men’s singles semifinal. The over four-hour-long contest played on Friday (June 7)&nbsp;saw Alcaraz win 2-6, 6-3, 3-6, 6-4, 6-3 to book a place in the final of the French Open 2024. He will face the winner of the&nbsp;Sunday’s final between&nbsp;Casper Ruud and Alexander Zverev.

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Ahead of European Union elections, Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen was attacked in Copenhagen. In Europe, following the D-Day celebrations, Ukraine's road for more US aid to persist against Russian offensive appears all clear.

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

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

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

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

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

India is counting votes of the mammoth 2024 general elections on Tuesday (June 4), with the final results set to reveal if Prime Minister Narendra Modi is clinching a historic third term or not. In other news,&nbsp;Israeli military, on Monday (June 3) confirmed the deaths of four Israeli hostages who were abducted by Hamas on October 7.

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Counting is underway in India's&nbsp;mammoth 2024 general elections, with the final results set to reveal if Prime Minister Narendra Modi is clinching a historic third term or the opposition INDIA bloc is looking at a future different from one predicted by the exit polls.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led NDA is leading in early trends as counting started on Tuesday (June 4). All eyes are on Lok Sabha election&nbsp;verdict as India readies to welcome its new government. The results of this crucial and giant elections will determine the political landscape of the world's largest democracy for the next five years.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-confirms-death-of-four-hostages-held-by-hamas-since-october-728467">Israel confirms death of four hostages held by Hamas since October 
 
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The Israeli military, on Monday (June 3) confirmed the deaths of four Israeli hostages who were abducted by Hamas on October 7.&nbsp;As per the Israeli military, the four men were held by the Palestinian Islamist group, which now has their bodies.

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Security was tight and access was restricted to Beijing's Tiananmen Square on Tuesday (Jun 4), on the 35th anniversary of the 1989 crackdown&nbsp;in the Chinese capital.&nbsp;Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te took to social media and said he will work hard to make historical memory last forever.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/chinas-change-6-probe-makes-history-begins-return-journey-to-earth-with-samples-from-moons-dark-side-728484">China's Chang'e-6 probe makes history, begins return journey to Earth with samples from Moon's dark side</a>

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China's Chang'e-6 lunar probe has successfully lifted off from the moon. The probe, as per an announcement from China's national space agency on Tuesday (June 4) is on its journey back to Earth.&nbsp;

WATCH |&nbsp;India Elections 2024: Initial leads say NDA crosses 200-mark

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India is counting votes of the mammoth 2024 general elections on Tuesday (June 4), with the final results set to reveal if Prime Minister Narendra Modi is clinching a historic third term or not.

India is counting votes of the mammoth 2024 general elections on Tuesday (June 4), with the final results set to reveal if Prime Minister Narendra Modi is clinching a historic third term or not. In other news, Israeli military, on Monday (June 3) confirmed the deaths of four Israeli hostages who were abducted by Hamas on October 7. Click on the headlines to read more: Lok Sabha Election Results 2024: INDIA gives tough fight to Modi's NDA in early trends Counting is underway in India's mammoth 2024 general elections, with the final results set to reveal if Prime Minister Narendra Modi is clinching a historic third term or the opposition INDIA bloc is looking at a future different from one predicted by the exit polls. Lok Sabha Election Results 2024 LIVE: Narendra Modi leading in Varanasi Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led NDA is leading in early trends as counting started on Tuesday (June 4). All eyes are on Lok Sabha election verdict as India readies to welcome its new government. The results of this crucial and giant elections will determine the political landscape of the world's largest democracy for the next five years. Israel confirms death of four hostages held by Hamas since October The Israeli military, on Monday (June 3) confirmed the deaths of four Israeli hostages who were abducted by Hamas on October 7. As per the Israeli military, the four men were held by the Palestinian Islamist group, which now has their bodies. Tiananmen Square anniversary: Tight security in China and Hong Kong; Taiwan says will never forget crackdown Security was tight and access was restricted to Beijing's Tiananmen Square on Tuesday (Jun 4), on the 35th anniversary of the 1989 crackdown in the Chinese capital. Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te took to social media and said he will work hard to make historical memory last forever. China's Chang'e-6 probe makes history, begins return journey to Earth with samples from Moon's dark side China's Chang'e-6 lunar probe has successfully lifted off from the moon. The probe, as per an announcement from China's national space agency on Tuesday (June 4) is on its journey back to Earth. WATCH | India Elections 2024: Initial leads say NDA crosses 200-mark

Morning news brief: INDIA bloc gives tough fight to Modi's NDA; Israel confirms death of 4 hostages; and more

The United States government says that they had "every expectation" from Israel that it will accept the recently pitched&nbsp;ceasefire proposal amid the war in Gaza. In other news,&nbsp;Donald Trump, ex-US president and recent felon, has issued a stark warning that sending him to prison could be a "breaking point" for his supporters.&nbsp;

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-confident-of-israel-agreeing-to-ceasefire-plan-amid-threats-from-netanyahus-own-ministers-728125">US confident of Israel agreeing to ceasefire plan amid threats from Netanyahu's own ministers</a>

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The United States government says that they had "every expectation" from Israel that it will accept a ceasefire proposal which will begin with a six-week halt of hostilities in Gaza if Hamas agrees to the deal, said National Security Council spokesman John Kirby.

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Donald Trump&nbsp;issued a stark warning that sending him to prison could be a "breaking point" for his supporters, heightening fears of political violence as the US presidential election on November 5 approaches.&nbsp;Republican White House contender acknowledged the possibility of jail time or house arrest following his historic criminal conviction in a hush money trial.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/claudia-sheinbaum-projected-to-be-mexicos-1st-woman-president-after-election-marred-by-violence-728131">Claudia Sheinbaum projected to be Mexico’s 1st female president after election marred by violence 
 
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Claudia Sheinbaum is set to be declared as Mexico’s first woman president, Mexican media outlets and the ruling party said shortly after voting in the election&nbsp;marred by violence closed.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/masked-maniac-flashes-vile-kill-hostages-now-sign-amid-nyc-israel-day-parade-728142">Masked maniac flashes vile ‘Kill Hostages Now’ sign amid NYC Israel Day Parade</a>

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In an abrupt disruption to Israel Day Parade, a masked maniac appeared among the family members of the October 7 hostages and flashed a vile sign which read “Kill Hostages Now".

WATCH |&nbsp;Zelensky asks for more weapons from West, says 'limited use of US weapons isn't enough'

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The United States government says that they had "every expectation" from Israel that it will accept the recently pitched ceasefire proposal amid the war in Gaza.

The United States government says that they had "every expectation" from Israel that it will accept the recently pitched ceasefire proposal amid the war in Gaza. In other news, Donald Trump, ex-US president and recent felon, has issued a stark warning that sending him to prison could be a "breaking point" for his supporters. Click on the headlines to read more US confident of Israel agreeing to ceasefire plan amid threats from Netanyahu's own ministers The United States government says that they had "every expectation" from Israel that it will accept a ceasefire proposal which will begin with a six-week halt of hostilities in Gaza if Hamas agrees to the deal, said National Security Council spokesman John Kirby. 'Breaking point': Trump warns of potential Jan 6 like unrest if he faces jail time Donald Trump issued a stark warning that sending him to prison could be a "breaking point" for his supporters, heightening fears of political violence as the US presidential election on November 5 approaches. Republican White House contender acknowledged the possibility of jail time or house arrest following his historic criminal conviction in a hush money trial. Claudia Sheinbaum projected to be Mexico’s 1st female president after election marred by violence Claudia Sheinbaum is set to be declared as Mexico’s first woman president, Mexican media outlets and the ruling party said shortly after voting in the election marred by violence closed. Masked maniac flashes vile ‘Kill Hostages Now’ sign amid NYC Israel Day Parade In an abrupt disruption to Israel Day Parade, a masked maniac appeared among the family members of the October 7 hostages and flashed a vile sign which read “Kill Hostages Now". WATCH | Zelensky asks for more weapons from West, says 'limited use of US weapons isn't enough'

Morning brief: US confident of Israel accepting peace plan; Trump's warning on possible jail time; & more

The results for the Vidhan Sabha election in the Indian states of&nbsp;Arunachal Pradesh and&nbsp;Sikkim will be&nbsp;announced today (June 2).&nbsp;As per the early trends, the Bharatiya Janata Party is leading on 16 seats in Arunachal Pradesh Assembly elections, while in Sikkim, the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) is leading on 26 seats. In other news, mediators in the Gaza war on Saturday (June 1) urged Israel and Hamas to finalise the peace plan shared by United States (US) President Joe Biden.

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The results for the Vidhan Sabha election in the Indian states of Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim will be announced today (June 2).&nbsp;Voting for the 60 assembly seats in Arunachal Pradesh and 32 assembly seats in Sikkim was held on April 19.

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Mediators in the Gaza war on Saturday (June 1) urged Israel and Hamas to finalise the peace plan shared by United States (US) President Joe Biden. Since the war began in October last year, the US, Egypt, and Qatar have for months been seeking to mediate an end to the war, but a deal has proven elusive.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-koreas-seoul-warns-public-to-avoid-more-balloons-sent-from-north-korea-727916">North Korea sends more balloons carrying trash into South Korea, says Seoul 
 
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North Korea sent 600 more balloons carrying trash into South Korea overnight, Seoul said on Sunday (June 2). A day before, authorities in Seoul warned public to report such incidents to the military or the police.

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China on Saturday (June 1) landed a spacecraft on the far side of the Moon&nbsp;to collect soil and rock samples that could provide insights into differences between the less-explored region and the better-known near side.&nbsp;

WATCH |&nbsp;India General Elections: Exit polls show BJP opening its account in Tamil Nadu &amp; Kerala

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The results for the Vidhan Sabha election in the Indian states of Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim will be announced today (June 2). As per the early trends, the Bharatiya Janata Party is leading on 16 seats in Arunachal Pradesh Assembly elections, while in Sikkim, the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) is leading on 26 seats.

The results for the Vidhan Sabha election in the Indian states of Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim will be announced today (June 2). As per the early trends, the Bharatiya Janata Party is leading on 16 seats in Arunachal Pradesh Assembly elections, while in Sikkim, the Sikkim Krantikari Morcha (SKM) is leading on 26 seats. In other news, mediators in the Gaza war on Saturday (June 1) urged Israel and Hamas to finalise the peace plan shared by United States (US) President Joe Biden. Click on the headlines to read more: Vidhan Sabha Election Results 2024 LIVE: BJP ahead in Arunachal; ruling SKM crosses halfway in Sikkim in early trends The results for the Vidhan Sabha election in the Indian states of Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim will be announced today (June 2). Voting for the 60 assembly seats in Arunachal Pradesh and 32 assembly seats in Sikkim was held on April 19. Gaza war: Mediators urge Israel and Hamas to finalise US President Biden's peace plan Mediators in the Gaza war on Saturday (June 1) urged Israel and Hamas to finalise the peace plan shared by United States (US) President Joe Biden. Since the war began in October last year, the US, Egypt, and Qatar have for months been seeking to mediate an end to the war, but a deal has proven elusive. North Korea sends more balloons carrying trash into South Korea, says Seoul North Korea sent 600 more balloons carrying trash into South Korea overnight, Seoul said on Sunday (June 2). A day before, authorities in Seoul warned public to report such incidents to the military or the police. China lands spacecraft on Moon's far side to collect rocks China on Saturday (June 1) landed a spacecraft on the far side of the Moon to collect soil and rock samples that could provide insights into differences between the less-explored region and the better-known near side. WATCH | India General Elections: Exit polls show BJP opening its account in Tamil Nadu & Kerala

Morning news brief: Arunachal, Sikkim Assembly Election results; Gaza war updates, and more

Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with leaders of Japan and South Korea in Seoul for a trilateral meeting, as Japan said it was notified by North Korea about its planned launch of a “satellite rocket" by June 4. In US, powerful storms and likely tornadoes ravaged Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas, resulting in at least 15 fatalities and hundreds of injuries.&nbsp;

In other news, Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda secured a victory in the presidential elections, defeating Prime Minister Ingrida Simonyte.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kim-jong-un-issues-alert-on-military-satellite-launch-as-leaders-of-japan-south-korea-china-meet-in-seoul-725726">Kim Jong-Un issues alert on satellite launch as rival leaders meet in Japan</a>

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As Chinese premier Li Qiang met leaders of Japan and South Korea in a trilateral meet in Seoul, North Korea told Japan that it was going to launch a satellite by June 4.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-15-killed-in-texas-arkansas-and-oklahoma-as-powerful-storms-devastate-central-us-725707">At least 15 killed in Texas, Arkansas &amp; Oklahoma as powerful storms hit US</a>

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Powerful storms and likely tornadoes tore through Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas over the weekend, killing at least 15 people, injuring hundreds, and leaving a swath of destruction across the central United States.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/staunch-ukraine-supporter-gitanas-nauseda-wins-second-term-in-lithuanian-presidential-election-725709">Lithuania Presidential Election: Ukraine supporter Nauseda wins 2nd term</a>

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Lithuania’s President Gitanas Nauseda has won&nbsp;the presidential elections by defeating Prime Minister Ingrida Simonyte.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cyclone-remal-set-to-weaken-as-it-moves-northwards-batters-west-bengal-bangladesh-coasts-725717">Cyclone Remal to weaken as it moves northwards; batters WB, Bangladesh coasts</a>

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Severe Cyclonic Storm 'Remal' crossed the coasts of Bangladesh and West Bengal between Sagar Islands and Khepupara close to southwest of Mongla and is now moving northwards. It is, however, likely to weaken said the&nbsp;India Meteorological Department. The storm&nbsp;crossed the islands between 10:30 PM IST on May 26 and 12:30 AM IST on May 27, 2024.

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Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with leaders of Japan and South Korea in Seoul for a trilateral meeting, as Japan said it was notified by North Korea about its planned launch of a “satellite rocket" by June 4.

Chinese Premier Li Qiang met with leaders of Japan and South Korea in Seoul for a trilateral meeting, as Japan said it was notified by North Korea about its planned launch of a “satellite rocket" by June 4. In US, powerful storms and likely tornadoes ravaged Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas, resulting in at least 15 fatalities and hundreds of injuries. In other news, Lithuanian President Gitanas Nauseda secured a victory in the presidential elections, defeating Prime Minister Ingrida Simonyte. Kim Jong-Un issues alert on satellite launch as rival leaders meet in Japan As Chinese premier Li Qiang met leaders of Japan and South Korea in a trilateral meet in Seoul, North Korea told Japan that it was going to launch a satellite by June 4. At least 15 killed in Texas, Arkansas & Oklahoma as powerful storms hit US Powerful storms and likely tornadoes tore through Texas, Oklahoma, and Arkansas over the weekend, killing at least 15 people, injuring hundreds, and leaving a swath of destruction across the central United States. Lithuania Presidential Election: Ukraine supporter Nauseda wins 2nd term Lithuania’s President Gitanas Nauseda has won the presidential elections by defeating Prime Minister Ingrida Simonyte. Cyclone Remal to weaken as it moves northwards; batters WB, Bangladesh coasts Severe Cyclonic Storm 'Remal' crossed the coasts of Bangladesh and West Bengal between Sagar Islands and Khepupara close to southwest of Mongla and is now moving northwards. It is, however, likely to weaken said the India Meteorological Department. The storm crossed the islands between 10:30 PM IST on May 26 and 12:30 AM IST on May 27, 2024. Watch | Taiwan-China tensions: China preparing armada of ferries to invade Taiwan, says Report ×

Morning news brief: Kim Jong-Un issues alert on satellite launch; 15 killed in powerful US storms, & more

Hamas militants in Gaza's Jabalia&nbsp;claimed that it killed, wounded and captured Israeli soldiers during fighting, a claim refuted by Israel. In other news, a tragic incident occurred in eastern England when a Spitfire, the iconic British WWII fighter aircraft, crashed near RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire, killing the pilot.

In addition, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that heavy seas swept away four US Army vessels supporting a temporary pier for delivering aid to Gaza amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gaza-war-hamas-says-it-captured-israeli-soldiers-in-jabalia-israel-denies-725455">Gaza war: Hamas says it captured Israeli soldiers in Jabalia; Israel denies</a>

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Hamas said on Saturday (May 25) that its fighters captured Israeli soldiers during fighting in&nbsp;northern Gaza's Jabalia. Speaking to Al Jazeera,&nbsp;Abu Ubaida, the spokesperson&nbsp;for Hamas' armed wing Al Qassam Brigades, said, "Our fighters lured a Zionist force into an ambush inside a tunnel ... The fighters withdrew after they left all members of the force dead, wounded, and captured."

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pilot-killed-in-crash-of-wwii-era-spitfire-near-raf-coningsby-in-lincolnshire-725435">Pilot killed in crash of WWII-era Spitfire near RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire</a>

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A pilot died on Saturday (May 25) following the crash of a Spitfire, the most famous British fighter aircraft of WWII and known for its role in the Battle of Britain, near RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire, eastern England.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/army-vessels-supporting-the-us-built-gaza-aid-pier-washed-away-in-heavy-seas-centcom-725451">US Army vessels supporting Gaza aid pier washed away in heavy seas: CENTCOM</a>

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Four US Army vessels which were supporting the temporary pier built by the United States to deliver aid to Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas, have been swept away due to heavy seas, said the US Central Command (CENTCOM), on Saturday (May 25).&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/six-babies-killed-many-injured-in-massive-fire-at-delhi-childrens-hospital-725438">Seven babies killed, many injured in massive fire at Delhi Children's Hospital</a>

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A devastating fire erupted late Saturday (May 25) at a children's hospital in Delhi's Vivek Vihar area, claiming the lives of at least seven newborns, media reports said citing officials.&nbsp;

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Hamas militants in Gaza's Jabalia claimed that it killed, wounded and captured Israeli soldiers during fighting, a claim refuted by Israel. In other news, a tragic incident occurred in eastern England when a Spitfire, the iconic British WWII fighter aircraft, crashed near RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire, killing the pilot.

Hamas militants in Gaza's Jabalia claimed that it killed, wounded and captured Israeli soldiers during fighting, a claim refuted by Israel. In other news, a tragic incident occurred in eastern England when a Spitfire, the iconic British WWII fighter aircraft, crashed near RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire, killing the pilot. In addition, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) reported that heavy seas swept away four US Army vessels supporting a temporary pier for delivering aid to Gaza amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. Gaza war: Hamas says it captured Israeli soldiers in Jabalia; Israel denies Hamas said on Saturday (May 25) that its fighters captured Israeli soldiers during fighting in northern Gaza's Jabalia. Speaking to Al Jazeera, Abu Ubaida, the spokesperson for Hamas' armed wing Al Qassam Brigades, said, "Our fighters lured a Zionist force into an ambush inside a tunnel ... The fighters withdrew after they left all members of the force dead, wounded, and captured." Pilot killed in crash of WWII-era Spitfire near RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire A pilot died on Saturday (May 25) following the crash of a Spitfire, the most famous British fighter aircraft of WWII and known for its role in the Battle of Britain, near RAF Coningsby in Lincolnshire, eastern England. US Army vessels supporting Gaza aid pier washed away in heavy seas: CENTCOM Four US Army vessels which were supporting the temporary pier built by the United States to deliver aid to Gaza amid the ongoing war between Israel and the Palestinian militant group Hamas, have been swept away due to heavy seas, said the US Central Command (CENTCOM), on Saturday (May 25). Seven babies killed, many injured in massive fire at Delhi Children's Hospital A devastating fire erupted late Saturday (May 25) at a children's hospital in Delhi's Vivek Vihar area, claiming the lives of at least seven newborns, media reports said citing officials. Israel-Hamas War: Mediated talks on ceasefire deal expected next week, says report ×

Morning news brief: Hamas says it captured Israeli soldiers; pilot killed in Spitfire crash, and more

In the former US President Donald Trump's hush money trial, the defence concluded its case after about 90 minutes of testimony, without Trump taking the stand.

In Ireland, the government will reportedly recognise the state of Palestine, despite opposition from Israel.&nbsp;

In other news from US, a powerful tornado struck Iowa, killing several people and injuring at least a dozen more. This follows last week's tragedy, where deadly storms impacted the Houston area in Texas.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/key-insights-from-donald-trumps-defense-in-the-hush-money-trial-724071">Trump hush money trial closes without him on the stand: Top developments</a>

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On Tuesday (May 21), the defence concluded its case in Donald Trump’s hush money trial after about 90 minutes of testimony, without the former US president taking the stand.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ireland-to-recognise-palestinian-state-as-israel-warns-dont-be-a-pawn-in-the-hands-of-hamas-724072">Ireland to recognise Palestine statehood as Israel warns 'don’t be a pawn'</a>

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The Irish government is all set to recognise the state of Palestine on Wednesday (May 22), reports said citing sources even as Israel opposed any such move warning that it will&nbsp;"lead to more terrorism, instability in the region and jeopardise any prospects for peace."&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/tornado-leaves-multiple-dead-and-dozens-injured-in-iowa-homes-in-ruins-724096">Tornado leaves multiple dead and dozens injured in Iowa, homes in ruins</a>

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A powerful tornado struck Iowa on Tuesday (May 12) killing several people dead and injuring at least a dozen more.&nbsp;This comes after last week's tragedy where&nbsp;deadly storms impacted the Houston area in Texas and left at least eight individuals.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/months-before-indictment-judge-found-strong-evidence-that-trumps-intended-to-hide-classified-documents-724067">Judge had found 'strong evidence' against Trump in classified documents case</a>

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New court documents released on Tuesday (May 20) revealed&nbsp;that, months before Donald Trump's indictment for mishandling classified documents, a federal judge found 'strong evidence' that the former US president&nbsp;'intended' to hide these documents&nbsp;in Mar-a-Lago, Florida.&nbsp;

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In the former US President Donald Trump's hush money trial, the defence concluded its case after about 90 minutes of testimony, without Trump taking the stand. In Ireland, the government will reportedly recognise the state of Palestine, despite opposition from Israel.

In the former US President Donald Trump's hush money trial, the defence concluded its case after about 90 minutes of testimony, without Trump taking the stand. In Ireland, the government will reportedly recognise the state of Palestine, despite opposition from Israel. In other news from US, a powerful tornado struck Iowa, killing several people and injuring at least a dozen more. This follows last week's tragedy, where deadly storms impacted the Houston area in Texas. Trump hush money trial closes without him on the stand: Top developments On Tuesday (May 21), the defence concluded its case in Donald Trump’s hush money trial after about 90 minutes of testimony, without the former US president taking the stand. Ireland to recognise Palestine statehood as Israel warns 'don’t be a pawn' The Irish government is all set to recognise the state of Palestine on Wednesday (May 22), reports said citing sources even as Israel opposed any such move warning that it will "lead to more terrorism, instability in the region and jeopardise any prospects for peace." Tornado leaves multiple dead and dozens injured in Iowa, homes in ruins A powerful tornado struck Iowa on Tuesday (May 12) killing several people dead and injuring at least a dozen more. This comes after last week's tragedy where deadly storms impacted the Houston area in Texas and left at least eight individuals. Judge had found 'strong evidence' against Trump in classified documents case New court documents released on Tuesday (May 20) revealed that, months before Donald Trump's indictment for mishandling classified documents, a federal judge found 'strong evidence' that the former US president 'intended' to hide these documents in Mar-a-Lago, Florida. Watch | French President Emmanuel Macron to visit New Caledonia as unrest continues in second week ×

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