US President Joe Biden has said that the events taking place in the besieged city of Gaza do not amount to genocide, dismissing the characterisation of the ongoing conflict in West Asia in such terms. 
 
In the trial concerning Donald Trump's hush money case, the prosecution concluded its presentation of evidence and testimony amid a courtroom drama between the judge and a defence witness.

In other news, Australia and New Zealand announced plans to evacuate their nationals from New Caledonia due to escalating unrest following electoral changes imposed by the French government.

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US President Joe Biden, in a stunning reaffirmation of US support for Israel's military operations in Gaza, said that his administration "stand(s) with Israel to take out Sinwar and the rest of the butchers of Hamas", while referring to the Palestinian militant group's Gaza leader Yahya Sinwar which Israel describes as one of the chief perpetrators of October 7 attack on Israel in which Hamas militants killed about 1200 people.&nbsp;

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On Day 19 of Donald Trump’s hush money trial, the prosecution concluded its case, presenting over 200 pieces of evidence and testimony from 20 witnesses. Moreover, the defence began its rebuttal however it was marked by dramatic courtroom moments and heated exchanges.

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Australia and New Zealand announced plans to dispatch government planes to New Caledonia on Tuesday (May 21) to evacuate their nationals from the French territory as French President Emmanuel Macron holds another Defense and National Security Council meeting&nbsp;at the Elysee Palace. Notably, New Caledonia was put under a state of emergency on May 15 for 12 days as the French territory remains engulfed in deadly riots in the aftermath of electoral changes imposed by the French government in Paris.

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United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Monday offered an unequivocal apology to thousands of citizens who were at one time infected by contaminated blood in a decades-long scandal which was covered up, as per a new report.

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US President Joe Biden has said that the events taking place in the besieged city of Gaza do not amount to genocide, dismissing the characterisation of the ongoing conflict in West Asia in such terms.

US President Joe Biden has said that the events taking place in the besieged city of Gaza do not amount to genocide, dismissing the characterisation of the ongoing conflict in West Asia in such terms. In the trial concerning Donald Trump's hush money case, the prosecution concluded its presentation of evidence and testimony amid a courtroom drama between the judge and a defence witness. In other news, Australia and New Zealand announced plans to evacuate their nationals from New Caledonia due to escalating unrest following electoral changes imposed by the French government. Biden says war in Gaza 'not genocide', reaffirms US support to Israel US President Joe Biden, in a stunning reaffirmation of US support for Israel's military operations in Gaza, said that his administration "stand(s) with Israel to take out Sinwar and the rest of the butchers of Hamas", while referring to the Palestinian militant group's Gaza leader Yahya Sinwar which Israel describes as one of the chief perpetrators of October 7 attack on Israel in which Hamas militants killed about 1200 people. Trump trial day 19: Prosecutor rests; defence witness infuriates Judge On Day 19 of Donald Trump’s hush money trial, the prosecution concluded its case, presenting over 200 pieces of evidence and testimony from 20 witnesses. Moreover, the defence began its rebuttal however it was marked by dramatic courtroom moments and heated exchanges. Australia, New Zealand send evacuation flights to New Caledonia Australia and New Zealand announced plans to dispatch government planes to New Caledonia on Tuesday (May 21) to evacuate their nationals from the French territory as French President Emmanuel Macron holds another Defense and National Security Council meeting at the Elysee Palace. Notably, New Caledonia was put under a state of emergency on May 15 for 12 days as the French territory remains engulfed in deadly riots in the aftermath of electoral changes imposed by the French government in Paris. Rishi Sunak apologies over infected blood scandal, calls it a 'day of shame' United Kingdom Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Monday offered an unequivocal apology to thousands of citizens who were at one time infected by contaminated blood in a decades-long scandal which was covered up, as per a new report. WATCH | Iran to hold Presidential elections on June 28 following Raisi's death ×

Morning news brief: Biden says war in Gaza 'not genocide'; Trump's hush money trial, & more

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

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

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

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

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

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

The US House of Representatives passed a bill, that if becomes a law, will make it essential for the country to send weapons to Israel.&nbsp;In another news from US, a severe thunderstorm in Texas has resulted in the killing of four people and caused massive power outages, affecting nearly 900,000 homes and businesses in the Houston area.

In news development from the war in Gaza, the Israeli army confirmed that two of the eight Thai hostages held captive by Hamas were killed during the October 7 assault, and their bodies are currently held by the militant group.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/house-republicans-pass-bill-mandating-weapons-shipment-to-israel-722289">House Republicans pass bill mandating weapons shipment to Israel</a>

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US House of Representatives passed a bill on Thursday (May 16) to mandate the country to send weapons to Israel. The move by Republicans was meant to spotlight Democratic divisions over the Israel-Hamas war.

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For the second time this month, a severe thunderstorm pummeled Texas on Thursday (May 16).&nbsp;As per reports, the torrential rains have already claimed four people.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-thai-nationals-held-hostage-by-hamas-in-gaza-are-dead-722284">Two Thai nationals held hostage by Hamas in Gaza were killed on Oct 7</a>

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Two of the eight Thai hostages who were held captive by Hamas were confirmed to have been killed in the October 7 assault and their bodies are being held by the militant group, the Israel army said in a statement on Thursday (May 16).&nbsp;

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After the&nbsp;meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, the United States blasted&nbsp;Beijing saying that the country cannot have it "both ways".&nbsp;

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The US House of Representatives passed a bill, that if becomes a law, will make it essential for the country to send weapons to Israel. In another news from US, a severe thunderstorm in Texas has resulted in the killing of four people and caused massive power outages, affecting nearly 900,000 homes and businesses in the Houston area.

The US House of Representatives passed a bill, that if becomes a law, will make it essential for the country to send weapons to Israel. In another news from US, a severe thunderstorm in Texas has resulted in the killing of four people and caused massive power outages, affecting nearly 900,000 homes and businesses in the Houston area. In news development from the war in Gaza, the Israeli army confirmed that two of the eight Thai hostages held captive by Hamas were killed during the October 7 assault, and their bodies are currently held by the militant group. House Republicans pass bill mandating weapons shipment to Israel US House of Representatives passed a bill on Thursday (May 16) to mandate the country to send weapons to Israel. The move by Republicans was meant to spotlight Democratic divisions over the Israel-Hamas war. Torrential rains kill 4 in Houston, over 900,000 without power; Tornado alert sounded For the second time this month, a severe thunderstorm pummeled Texas on Thursday (May 16). As per reports, the torrential rains have already claimed four people. Two Thai nationals held hostage by Hamas in Gaza were killed on Oct 7 \ Two of the eight Thai hostages who were held captive by Hamas were confirmed to have been killed in the October 7 assault and their bodies are being held by the militant group, the Israel army said in a statement on Thursday (May 16). US blasts China after Putin-Xi meet, says 'you can't have it both ways' After the meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, the United States blasted Beijing saying that the country cannot have it "both ways". Watch | Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv says ‘difficult to hold ground’ ×

Morning news brief: US House passes bill mandating weapons to Israel; severe Texas rains, & more

Israel continues its advance into Gaza, both in the north and south, to dismantle Hamas militants amid the ongoing hostage and humanitarian crisis. In the US, in the ongoing trial involving hush money payments linked to former president Donald Trump, Michael Cohen, Trump's former lawyer from 2006 to 2018, took the stand after 16 days of proceedings.&nbsp;

In other news, following a controlled blast, parts of the collapsed Baltimore bridge were shattered and the way was cleared for the complete reopening of the busy sea route.

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Israel reportedly pushed deep into the northern edge of Gaza on Monday (May 13) to recapture an area from Hamas while in the south, tanks and troops pushed across a highway into Rafah.&nbsp;

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Donald Trump hush money trial: Sixteen days into a trial that has kept the US hooked, ex-lawyer Michael Cohen who served as a legal aide to Donald Trump between 2006 and 2018 took the witness stand on the most significant day of testimony in the first-ever criminal trial of a former US president.

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Parts of the collapsed Baltimore bridge broke into pieces after a controlled blast was carried out and made the way for the complete return of shipping via one of the busiest sea routes in the United States.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-thousands-evacuated-as-flash-floods-cold-lava-flow-kills-50-721153">Indonesia: Thousands evacuated as flash floods, cold lava flow kills 50</a>

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Indonesia Sumatra flash floods disaster: The tragedy due to a cold lava flow and flash floods in western Indonesia continues to take a toll on lives and lifelines in Sumatra. Since the disaster first unfolded over the weekend, the death toll has risen to 50 with 27 more still missing, the country's national disaster mitigating agency said in an official statement on Tuesday (May 14).&nbsp;

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Israel continues its advance into Gaza, both in the north and south, to dismantle Hamas militants amid the ongoing hostage and humanitarian crisis. In the US, in the ongoing trial involving hush money payments linked to former president Donald Trump, Michael Cohen, Trump's former lawyer from 2006 to 2018, took the stand after 16 days of proceedings.

Israel continues its advance into Gaza, both in the north and south, to dismantle Hamas militants amid the ongoing hostage and humanitarian crisis. In the US, in the ongoing trial involving hush money payments linked to former president Donald Trump, Michael Cohen, Trump's former lawyer from 2006 to 2018, took the stand after 16 days of proceedings. In other news, following a controlled blast, parts of the collapsed Baltimore bridge were shattered and the way was cleared for the complete reopening of the busy sea route. Israel's Gaza offensive intensifies from north and south Israel reportedly pushed deep into the northern edge of Gaza on Monday (May 13) to recapture an area from Hamas while in the south, tanks and troops pushed across a highway into Rafah. Trump's fixer-turned-foe says he was told to 'handle' hush money payments Donald Trump hush money trial: Sixteen days into a trial that has kept the US hooked, ex-lawyer Michael Cohen who served as a legal aide to Donald Trump between 2006 and 2018 took the witness stand on the most significant day of testimony in the first-ever criminal trial of a former US president. Collapsed Baltimore Bridge blows up in controlled blast: Watch Parts of the collapsed Baltimore bridge broke into pieces after a controlled blast was carried out and made the way for the complete return of shipping via one of the busiest sea routes in the United States. Indonesia: Thousands evacuated as flash floods, cold lava flow kills 50 Indonesia Sumatra flash floods disaster: The tragedy due to a cold lava flow and flash floods in western Indonesia continues to take a toll on lives and lifelines in Sumatra. Since the disaster first unfolded over the weekend, the death toll has risen to 50 with 27 more still missing, the country's national disaster mitigating agency said in an official statement on Tuesday (May 14). Israel war: Over 625,000 children 'school-less' in Gaza, education system in turmoil ×

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The delivery of bombs to Israel from the United States has been suspended over worries of a potential large-scale assault on Rafah, a city in southern Gaza. Meanwhile, Donald Trump, who is currently embroiled in a legal battle involving hush money paid to porn star Stormy Daniels, threw disgusting looks as&nbsp;Daniels shared racy details of her sexual encounter with the jury on Tuesday (May 7).

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The delivery of bombs to Israel from the United States has been suspended over worries of a potential large-scale assault on Rafah, a city in southern Gaza. Meanwhile, Donald Trump, who is currently embroiled in a legal battle involving hush money paid to porn star Stormy Daniels, threw disgusting looks as Daniels shared racy details of her sexual encounter with the jury on Tuesday (May 7).

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

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Days after Iran launched an unprecedented attack on Israel in response to the latter's alleged role in the bombing of Tehran's embassy in Damascus, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged his country's allies to 'stand united' as Israel also confirmed a response to the Iran attack. Among other consequential developments,&nbsp;NASA's quest to bring back rock samples from Mars to Earth to study traces of any existence of life is going through a huge overhaul.&nbsp;

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The war cabinet of Israel held a meeting to discuss and decide how they would respond to the missile and drone attack of Iran. Israel did not announce if they had reached a decision.

The actions of Iran were strongly condemned by the allies of Israel, however, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government was appealed by the countries to show some restraint.

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NASA's quest to bring back rock samples from Mars to Earth to study traces of any existence of life is going through a huge overhaul.&nbsp;

The US space agency said that the mission won't be able to bring the rocks before 2040 on the basis of the existing funds and the $11 billion needed to make the plan successful sooner is not sustainable.

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Records tumbled, runs flowed and bowlers were left reeling for pursuing such a merciless profession. It was that kind of Monday (Apr 15) evening at the Chinnaswamy Stadium where Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fell short by 25 runs, attempting to chase a record target of 288, set by SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH).

Days after Iran launched an unprecedented attack on Israel in response to the latter's alleged role in the bombing of Tehran's embassy in Damascus, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged his country's allies to 'stand united' as Israel also confirmed a response to the Iran attack.

Days after Iran launched an unprecedented attack on Israel in response to the latter's alleged role in the bombing of Tehran's embassy in Damascus, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged his country's allies to 'stand united' as Israel also confirmed a response to the Iran attack. Among other consequential developments, NASA's quest to bring back rock samples from Mars to Earth to study traces of any existence of life is going through a huge overhaul. Click here to read more: Israel confirms response to Iran attack as Netanyahu urges countries to 'stand united' The war cabinet of Israel held a meeting to discuss and decide how they would respond to the missile and drone attack of Iran. Israel did not announce if they had reached a decision. The actions of Iran were strongly condemned by the allies of Israel, however, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government was appealed by the countries to show some restraint. Trump hush money case: No jury selected on day 1, as potential jurors confess to bias against Republican The historic Donald Trump hush money criminal trial has already made the headlines as more than 50 potential jurors were dismissed on Monday (Apr 15) after saying they could not be impartial in judging the controversial Republican. "I just couldn't do it," one prospective juror was heard saying outside the courtroom, reports Reuters. Nigeria: Anti-graft agency recovers $28 million, corruption probe at key govt ministry × NASA's Mars sample return plan faces expense issues, agency looks for 'cheaper plans' NASA's quest to bring back rock samples from Mars to Earth to study traces of any existence of life is going through a huge overhaul. The US space agency said that the mission won't be able to bring the rocks before 2040 on the basis of the existing funds and the $11 billion needed to make the plan successful sooner is not sustainable. IPL 2024: SRH beat RCB after posting highest total as records tumble at Chinnaswamy Records tumbled, runs flowed and bowlers were left reeling for pursuing such a merciless profession. It was that kind of Monday (Apr 15) evening at the Chinnaswamy Stadium where Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fell short by 25 runs, attempting to chase a record target of 288, set by SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH).

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The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will release its manifesto, “Sankalp Patra”, at the party headquarters in New&nbsp;Delhi on Sunday (Apr 14). In other news, gunmen in Pakistan's restive province of Balochistan, bordering Iran and Afghanistan, killed nine men that they deemed to be Pakistani intelligence operatives.&nbsp;

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The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will release its manifesto, “Sankalp Patra”, at the party headquarters in New Delhi, on Sunday (Apr 14) in the&nbsp;presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and party President JP Nadda.

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Gunmen in Pakistan's restive province of Balochistan, bordering Iran and Afghanistan, killed nine men that they deemed to be Pakistani intelligence operatives, news agency Reuters reported.

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Iran has launched hundreds of kamikaze drones as well as cruise missiles towards Israel with explosions heard over Jerusalem's skies among other places, in the Islamic Republic's first-ever direct attack on the world's only Jewish state as the six-month-old war in Gaza continues to push the region to a full-blown turmoil.&nbsp;

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The suspect who stabbed six people to death and injured 12 others in Sydney on Saturday was identified as 40-year-old Joel Cauchi. Australian media reported on Sunday (Apr 14) that Cauchi was shot dead by the police.&nbsp;

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The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will release its manifesto, “Sankalp Patra”, at the party headquarters in New Delhi on Sunday (Apr 14). In other news, gunmen in Pakistan's restive province of Balochistan, bordering Iran and Afghanistan, killed nine men that they deemed to be Pakistani intelligence operatives.

The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will release its manifesto, “Sankalp Patra”, at the party headquarters in New Delhi on Sunday (Apr 14). In other news, gunmen in Pakistan's restive province of Balochistan, bordering Iran and Afghanistan, killed nine men that they deemed to be Pakistani intelligence operatives. Click on the headlines to read more: Lok Sabha Polls 2024 LIVE: BJP releases its election manifesto ‘Sankalp Patra’ The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) will release its manifesto, “Sankalp Patra”, at the party headquarters in New Delhi, on Sunday (Apr 14) in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and party President JP Nadda. Pakistan: Baloch insurgents abduct, kill 9 they described as intelligence operatives Gunmen in Pakistan's restive province of Balochistan, bordering Iran and Afghanistan, killed nine men that they deemed to be Pakistani intelligence operatives, news agency Reuters reported. Israeli skies ruffled by air defence rockets as Iran launches retaliatory strikes Iran has launched hundreds of kamikaze drones as well as cruise missiles towards Israel with explosions heard over Jerusalem's skies among other places, in the Islamic Republic's first-ever direct attack on the world's only Jewish state as the six-month-old war in Gaza continues to push the region to a full-blown turmoil. Who is Joel Cauchi, the Sydney stabbing suspect who was shot dead? The suspect who stabbed six people to death and injured 12 others in Sydney on Saturday was identified as 40-year-old Joel Cauchi. Australian media reported on Sunday (Apr 14) that Cauchi was shot dead by the police. WATCH | Iran attacks Israel: For the first time ever, Iran uses missiles with separable warheads

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According to a report, Iran is likely to launch a direct attack on Israel in the next 24 to 48 hours. Iran has hinted to the United States that it will respond to the attack&nbsp;in a way that no 'major escalation' takes place. Also,&nbsp;United States President Joe Biden said that Washington's defence commitments to Japan and the Philippines were "ironclad"&nbsp;amid the two countries' territorial disputes with China. In other news from around the world,&nbsp;Russian politician Alexei Navalny's memoir will be released posthumously on October 22.&nbsp;

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Iran is likely to launch a direct attack on Israel in the next 24 to 48 hours, as per a report. According to a report published in The Wall Street Journal, the attack can happen within the next 24 to 48 hours.&nbsp;Iran has hinted to the United States that it will respond to the attack on the Iranian consulate in Damascus in a way that no 'major escalation' takes place and that no hasty decisions will be taken.

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United States&nbsp;President Joe Biden said on Thursday (Apr 11) that Washington's defence commitments to Japan and the Philippines were "ironclad" as he hosted Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. amid the two countries' territorial disputes with China.&nbsp;

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Late Russian politician Alexei Navalny's memoir will be released on October 22, Alfred A. Knopf, the US publisher of the book announced on Thursday (April 11). Navalny&nbsp;started writing his novel in 2020 after he was poisoned and completed it before passing away in a Russian prison in 2024.&nbsp;

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Russian President Vladimir Putin ridiculed the Ukraine peace talks, a round of which is set to be held in Switzerland, on Thursday (April 11) and said that no enforced plans, which ignore Moscow's interests, will be accepted.

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According to a report, Iran is likely to launch a direct attack on Israel in the next 24 to 48 hours. Iran has hinted to the United States that it will respond to the attack in a way that no 'major escalation' takes place.

According to a report, Iran is likely to launch a direct attack on Israel in the next 24 to 48 hours. Iran has hinted to the United States that it will respond to the attack in a way that no 'major escalation' takes place. Also, United States President Joe Biden said that Washington's defence commitments to Japan and the Philippines were "ironclad" amid the two countries' territorial disputes with China. In other news from around the world, Russian politician Alexei Navalny's memoir will be released posthumously on October 22. Click on the headlines to read more: Iran likely to launch retaliatory attack on Israel in next two days: Report Iran is likely to launch a direct attack on Israel in the next 24 to 48 hours, as per a report. According to a report published in The Wall Street Journal, the attack can happen within the next 24 to 48 hours. Iran has hinted to the United States that it will respond to the attack on the Iranian consulate in Damascus in a way that no 'major escalation' takes place and that no hasty decisions will be taken. US defence commitments to Japan and Philippines are 'ironclad': President Joe Biden United States President Joe Biden said on Thursday (Apr 11) that Washington's defence commitments to Japan and the Philippines were "ironclad" as he hosted Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. amid the two countries' territorial disputes with China. Russian pro-democracy activist Alexei Navalny’s posthumous memoir to release in October Late Russian politician Alexei Navalny's memoir will be released on October 22, Alfred A. Knopf, the US publisher of the book announced on Thursday (April 11). Navalny started writing his novel in 2020 after he was poisoned and completed it before passing away in a Russian prison in 2024. Putin ridicules Ukraine 'peace' talks without Russia's participation Russian President Vladimir Putin ridiculed the Ukraine peace talks, a round of which is set to be held in Switzerland, on Thursday (April 11) and said that no enforced plans, which ignore Moscow's interests, will be accepted. Watch: North Korea: Kim Jong Un tells young soldiers to be more prepared for a war ×

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Following an Israeli strike on Iran's consulate in Syria, the United States is on high alert for a possible attack by Iran aimed at Israeli or American assets in the region, as per Reuters.&nbsp;In other news, a second earthquake of magnitude 4.0,&nbsp;according to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC),&nbsp;was reported in New Jersey on Friday (April 5).

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A second earthquake of magnitude 4.0 was reported in New Jersey on Friday (April 5). The quake was at a depth of 9 kilometres, according to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC).

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An Indian student has died in Ohio, US.&nbsp;India's Consulate in New York informed that police is investigating the matter and will update the family of the deceased about the latest development.

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Following an Israeli strike on Iran's consulate in Syria, the United States is on high alert for a possible attack by Iran aimed at Israeli or American assets in the region, as per Reuters.

Following an Israeli strike on Iran's consulate in Syria, the United States is on high alert for a possible attack by Iran aimed at Israeli or American assets in the region, as per Reuters. In other news, a second earthquake of magnitude 4.0, according to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), was reported in New Jersey on Friday (April 5). Click on the headlines to read more: US on high alert for Iran threat following Israeli strike in Syria Following an Israeli strike on Iran's consulate in Syria, the United States is on high alert for a possible attack by Iran aimed at Israeli or American assets in the region, as per Reuters. 4.0 magnitude aftershock recorded in New Jersey, little damage reported A second earthquake of magnitude 4.0 was reported in New Jersey on Friday (April 5). The quake was at a depth of 9 kilometres, according to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). Indian student dies in US state of Ohio, probe underway An Indian student has died in Ohio, US. India's Consulate in New York informed that police is investigating the matter and will update the family of the deceased about the latest development. Dwayne Johnson will not endorse Joe Biden again for President, says ‘Will keep my politics to myself’ Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has done a lot of thinking and has concluded that he will not endorse Joe Biden in the upcoming 2024 Presidential election. WATCH | Israel-Hamas war: Worshippers crowd narrow lanes leading to Al-Aqsa mosque for Laylat Al-Qadr

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Gaza's Hamas authorities claimed that dozens of bodies were found at Al-Shifa hospital in the blockaded Palestinian enclave. In India, PM Modi while responding to a question on controversial electoral bond scheme told a TV channel that no system is perfect. Meanwhile, the Turks delivered a blow to President Erdogan's party in the country's municipal elections.&nbsp;

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The Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza on Monday (April 1) said that after tanks and vehicles were withdrawn by the Israeli military from the Al-Shifa complex, dozens of bodies were discovered in the besieged territory's main hospital.

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In an unexpected but significant blow to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Turkey's main opposition party clinched major election victories in the cities of Istanbul and Ankara.

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Former head of US Central Command, retired Gen. Frank McKenzie, on Sunday (Mar 31) issued a stark warning about the Islamic State's (ISIS) intentions to attack the United States and its allies.

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Gaza's Hamas authorities claimed that dozens of bodies were found at Al-Shifa hospital in the blockaded Palestinian enclave. In India, PM Modi while responding to a question on controversial electoral bond scheme told a TV channel that no system is perfect.

Gaza's Hamas authorities claimed that dozens of bodies were found at Al-Shifa hospital in the blockaded Palestinian enclave. In India, PM Modi while responding to a question on controversial electoral bond scheme told a TV channel that no system is perfect. Meanwhile, the Turks delivered a blow to President Erdogan's party in the country's municipal elections. Click here to read more: Dozens of bodies found in Al-Shifa after Israeli military's withdrawal, claims Hamas The Hamas-run health ministry in Gaza on Monday (April 1) said that after tanks and vehicles were withdrawn by the Israeli military from the Al-Shifa complex, dozens of bodies were discovered in the besieged territory's main hospital. Turkey local elections: Opposition pulls off surprise win as Erdogan calls it a 'turning point' In an unexpected but significant blow to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Turkey's main opposition party clinched major election victories in the cities of Istanbul and Ankara. Ex-head of US Central Command warns of imminent ISIS threat, says 'believe them' about plans to attack Former head of US Central Command, retired Gen. Frank McKenzie, on Sunday (Mar 31) issued a stark warning about the Islamic State's (ISIS) intentions to attack the United States and its allies. India: No system is perfect says Indian PM Modi on electoral bonds scheme × Felt 'disrespected on set' of Grimsby owing to my weight, says Rebel Wilson Rebel Wilson is not mincing words about Sacha Baron Cohen’s supposed treatment of her when they worked together on the 2016 film Grimsby.

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The opposition INDIA bloc is set to hold a mega rally on Sunday (Mar 31) in New Delhi's Ramlila Maidan against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's arrest who will be held in&nbsp;Enforcement Directorate (ED)&nbsp;custody till April 1. In other news, five&nbsp;people were killed and dozens of others wounded by gunfire during an aid delivery on Saturday (March 30) in northern Gaza, the Palestinian Red Crescent said.

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Five people were killed and dozens others wounded by gunfire during an aid delivery on Saturday (March 30) in northern Gaza, Palestinian Red Crescent said. There were also reports of stampede from the distribution site.

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Personal data of 73 million current or former users of AT&amp;T has leaked online, said the American telecommunications giant, on Saturday (Mar 30) after it recently discovered the data breach.&nbsp;

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US President Joe Biden, who is re-running for the White House, won North Dakota's Democratic presidential primary. The results were announced on Saturday (March 30) in what was mostly a mail-in primary.&nbsp;

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The opposition INDIA bloc is set to hold a mega rally on Sunday (Mar 31) in New Delhi's Ramlila Maidan against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's arrest who will be held in Enforcement Directorate (ED) custody till April 1.

The opposition INDIA bloc is set to hold a mega rally on Sunday (Mar 31) in New Delhi's Ramlila Maidan against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal's arrest who will be held in Enforcement Directorate (ED) custody till April 1. In other news, five people were killed and dozens of others wounded by gunfire during an aid delivery on Saturday (March 30) in northern Gaza, the Palestinian Red Crescent said. Click on the headlines to read more: Lok Sabha elections 2024 LIVE: INDIA bloc to hold mega rally in Delhi against Kejriwal's arrest The Delhi Police said on Sunday that the INDIA bloc's rally against Arvind Kejriwal's arrest has been permitted till 2 pm and "To maintain the law and order and to ensure smooth traffic movement, elaborate arrangements have been made." Keep up with all latest developments related to the upcoming Lok Sabha elections with today's live blog. Five killed in Gaza aid delivery chaos, several hit by moving trucks: Medics Five people were killed and dozens others wounded by gunfire during an aid delivery on Saturday (March 30) in northern Gaza, Palestinian Red Crescent said. There were also reports of stampede from the distribution site. AT&T data breach: Personal information of 73 million current and former users leaked online Personal data of 73 million current or former users of AT&T has leaked online, said the American telecommunications giant, on Saturday (Mar 30) after it recently discovered the data breach. Joe Biden wins North Dakota Democratic primary in march for rematch with Donald Trump US President Joe Biden, who is re-running for the White House, won North Dakota's Democratic presidential primary. The results were announced on Saturday (March 30) in what was mostly a mail-in primary. WATCH | India's general elections 2024: Why is there a spending cap?

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Russia has charged four suspects for the Moscow concert hall attack that killed over 140 people last week in the country's worst terrorist attack in decades. The world is celebrating Holi, the festival of colours and India is especially decked up to celebrate the festivities in all its glory.&nbsp;

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Russia on Sunday (Mar 24) charged four suspects with acts of terrorism in connection to the tragic attack at a concert hall outside Moscow, which on Friday night (Mar 22) killed 137 people.

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Israeli forces took control of two more hospitals in Gaza on Sunday (Mar 24), amid claims that healthcare facilities in the besieged territory are used by Hamas operatives. The Palestinian Red Crescent said Israel’s offensive pinned down medical staff under heavy gunfire, killing at least one of its staff. It said Israeli tanks suddenly pushed back into areas around Al-Amal and Nasser hospitals in the southern city of Khan Younis.

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For a layperson, Holi translates as a day to meet and&nbsp;greet, sing, dance and get intoxicated…but then, in the process, somewhere, the essence of this festival is forgotten.

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Lok Sabha Elections 2024: The Bharatiya Janata Party released its fifth list of candidates from a total of 111 candidates. Members of the ruling party were declared candidates from Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Odisha, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh.

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France on Sunday (Mar 24) announced that it will be escalating its terror alert warning to the highest level. This decision, as per Prime Minister Gabriel Attal, has been taken in response to the recent shootings in Moscow.

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An all-round team show from Gujarat Titans helped the home side upset Hardik Pandya’s homecoming as they beat travelling Mumbai Indians by six runs on Sunday (March 24) in Ahmedabad. While bowlers pulled the game to their side in the final five overs, courtesy of a brilliant penultimate and last over by Spencer Johnson and Umesh Yadav, respectively, Sai Sudharsan starred for GT in the first innings, hitting a gritty 45.

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Russia has charged four suspects for the Moscow concert hall attack that killed over 140 people last week in the country's worst terrorist attack in decades. The world is celebrating Holi, the festival of colours and India is especially decked up to celebrate the festivities in all its glory.

Russia has charged four suspects for the Moscow concert hall attack that killed over 140 people last week in the country's worst terrorist attack in decades. The world is celebrating Holi, the festival of colours and India is especially decked up to celebrate the festivities in all its glory. Click here to read more: Moscow concert hall attack: Russia charges four suspects amid reports they did it 'for money' Russia on Sunday (Mar 24) charged four suspects with acts of terrorism in connection to the tragic attack at a concert hall outside Moscow, which on Friday night (Mar 22) killed 137 people. Gaza war: Two more hospitals now under Israel’s control as IDF demands full evacuation, claims Hamas Israeli forces took control of two more hospitals in Gaza on Sunday (Mar 24), amid claims that healthcare facilities in the besieged territory are used by Hamas operatives. The Palestinian Red Crescent said Israel’s offensive pinned down medical staff under heavy gunfire, killing at least one of its staff. It said Israeli tanks suddenly pushed back into areas around Al-Amal and Nasser hospitals in the southern city of Khan Younis. The high of Holi: Lessons from Prahlad For a layperson, Holi translates as a day to meet and greet, sing, dance and get intoxicated…but then, in the process, somewhere, the essence of this festival is forgotten. Lok Sabha Polls 2024: Varun Gandhi, Ashwini Choubey snubbed in BJP's latest list of candidates Lok Sabha Elections 2024: The Bharatiya Janata Party released its fifth list of candidates from a total of 111 candidates. Members of the ruling party were declared candidates from Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Maharashtra, Mizoram, Odisha, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Telangana, and Uttar Pradesh. France raises terror alert warning to highest level after Moscow concert attack France on Sunday (Mar 24) announced that it will be escalating its terror alert warning to the highest level. This decision, as per Prime Minister Gabriel Attal, has been taken in response to the recent shootings in Moscow. Predicting life and death through AI × IPL 2024: Gujarat Titans upset Hardik Pandya’s homecoming as Mumbai Indians lose in Ahmedabad An all-round team show from Gujarat Titans helped the home side upset Hardik Pandya’s homecoming as they beat travelling Mumbai Indians by six runs on Sunday (March 24) in Ahmedabad. While bowlers pulled the game to their side in the final five overs, courtesy of a brilliant penultimate and last over by Spencer Johnson and Umesh Yadav, respectively, Sai Sudharsan starred for GT in the first innings, hitting a gritty 45.

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Republican frontrunner Donald Trump and US President Joe Biden are expected to sail to victory for their respective parties in five&nbsp;states – Arizona, Florida, Illinois, Kansas and Ohio – who held their presidential primary contests on Tuesday (Mar 19). In other news, a&nbsp;gruesome incident was reported in India's Uttar Pradesh where a man hacked two children to death in Budaun and was later killed in a police encounter.&nbsp;

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It was smooth sailing for Republican frontrunner Donald Trump and US President Joe Biden in the primaries held on Tuesday.&nbsp;Biden won in all four&nbsp;states&nbsp;—&nbsp;Arizona,&nbsp;Illinois, Kansas, and Ohio,&nbsp;while the Democrats didn't hold a primary in Florida. Meanwhile, Trump won&nbsp;in all five states.

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The United States Supreme Court, on Tuesday (Mar 19) lifted the pause on a controversial Republican-backed law in Texas which would allow the state’s law enforcement officials to detain and deport migrants on charges of illegally entering the country from the US-Mexico border.&nbsp;

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US President Joe Biden in a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu assured him of Washington's state of non-interference in Israel's domestic affairs, two sources familiar with the matter told Axios publication.

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In a gruesome incident reported in India's Uttar Pradesh, a man hacked two children to death in Budaun on Tuesday (Mar 19) and was later killed in a police encounter, reported Indian news agency ANI.&nbsp;

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Republican frontrunner Donald Trump and US President Joe Biden are expected to sail to victory for their respective parties in five states – Arizona, Florida, Illinois, Kansas and Ohio – who held their presidential primary contests on Tuesday (Mar 19).

Republican frontrunner Donald Trump and US President Joe Biden are expected to sail to victory for their respective parties in five states – Arizona, Florida, Illinois, Kansas and Ohio – who held their presidential primary contests on Tuesday (Mar 19). In other news, a gruesome incident was reported in India's Uttar Pradesh where a man hacked two children to death in Budaun and was later killed in a police encounter. Click on the headlines to read more: US elections 2024 primaries LIVE: Trump, Biden projected to win Arizona It was smooth sailing for Republican frontrunner Donald Trump and US President Joe Biden in the primaries held on Tuesday. Biden won in all four states — Arizona, Illinois, Kansas, and Ohio, while the Democrats didn't hold a primary in Florida. Meanwhile, Trump won in all five states. US Supreme Court lets strict Texas immigration law take effect allowing state to detain, deport migrants The United States Supreme Court, on Tuesday (Mar 19) lifted the pause on a controversial Republican-backed law in Texas which would allow the state’s law enforcement officials to detain and deport migrants on charges of illegally entering the country from the US-Mexico border. Netanyahu told US not trying to push him out amid tensions over Rafah assault plan US President Joe Biden in a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu assured him of Washington's state of non-interference in Israel's domestic affairs, two sources familiar with the matter told Axios publication. Badaun double murder horror: Barber brutally kills two children in India's UP, dies in police encounter In a gruesome incident reported in India's Uttar Pradesh, a man hacked two children to death in Budaun on Tuesday (Mar 19) and was later killed in a police encounter, reported Indian news agency ANI. WATCH | US: Ex-Generals blame Biden administration for chaotic Kabul exit

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As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continues to press for an assault on Rafah, US President Joe Biden warned that an Israeli operation in Rafah would deepen anarchy in Gaza. Meanwhile, Russian leader Vladimir Putin has said that Crimea had "returned to its home harbour" and added that the territory would move ahead with Russia "hand in hand". Putin was speaking to thousands who had gathered at the Red Square in Moscow, a day after the Russian president claimed a landslide victory. Meanwhile, North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un monitored a live fire drill, according to the KCNA, to test the “real war capabilities” of the 600-millimetre multiple rocket launchers and improve the operators’ combat readiness.&nbsp;

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The fighting between Israeli troops and Hamas militants continued around Gaza's strategically located Al-Shifa hospital after Israel&nbsp;claimed to have taken control of the medical facility on Tuesday (March 19) following an early Monday morning raid.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-describes-crimea-as-part-of-new-russia-after-winning-elections-701671">Putin describes Crimea as part of 'New Russia' after winning elections</a>

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Russia's President Vladimir Putin, speaking at a programme which marked the 10th anniversary of Crimea's annexation, which has been deemed illegal by the Western nations, hailed its "return" to the country from Ukraine.

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North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a live fire drill of nuclear-capable “super-large” multiple rocket launchers which are designed to target the South Korean capital Seoul, reported Pyongyang’s state media&nbsp;on Tuesday (Mar 19).&nbsp;

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In a rapid escalation of gang violence in Haiti, gunmen launched a brazen assault on two affluent neighbourhoods in the capital of the Caribbean Sea.&nbsp; 
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What was Barack Obama doing at Downing Street?

Former US President Barack Obama on Monday paid a surprise tea time visit to UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at No. 10 Downing Street. Here is why.

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As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continues to press for an assault on Rafah, US President Joe Biden warned that an Israeli operation in Rafah would deepen anarchy in Gaza.

As Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continues to press for an assault on Rafah, US President Joe Biden warned that an Israeli operation in Rafah would deepen anarchy in Gaza. Meanwhile, Russian leader Vladimir Putin has said that Crimea had "returned to its home harbour" and added that the territory would move ahead with Russia "hand in hand". Putin was speaking to thousands who had gathered at the Red Square in Moscow, a day after the Russian president claimed a landslide victory. Meanwhile, North Korean dictator Kim Jong Un monitored a live fire drill, according to the KCNA, to test the “real war capabilities” of the 600-millimetre multiple rocket launchers and improve the operators’ combat readiness. Click on the headlines to read more. US rules out support for Israel PM Netayahu's Rafah assault plan amid Gaza truce talks The fighting between Israeli troops and Hamas militants continued around Gaza's strategically located Al-Shifa hospital after Israel claimed to have taken control of the medical facility on Tuesday (March 19) following an early Monday morning raid. Putin describes Crimea as part of 'New Russia' after winning elections Russia's President Vladimir Putin, speaking at a programme which marked the 10th anniversary of Crimea's annexation, which has been deemed illegal by the Western nations, hailed its "return" to the country from Ukraine. North Korean leader oversees firing drills of ‘super-large’ rocket launchers to potentially target Seoul North Korean leader Kim Jong Un oversaw a live fire drill of nuclear-capable “super-large” multiple rocket launchers which are designed to target the South Korean capital Seoul, reported Pyongyang’s state media on Tuesday (Mar 19). Haiti gang violence claims dozen lives as Caribbean nation edges on brink of collapse In a rapid escalation of gang violence in Haiti, gunmen launched a brazen assault on two affluent neighbourhoods in the capital of the Caribbean Sea. What was Barack Obama doing at Downing Street? Former US President Barack Obama on Monday paid a surprise tea time visit to UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak at No. 10 Downing Street. Here is why. ×

Morning news brief: US rules out support for Israel's Rafah plan; Putin hails Crimea as 'New Russia', & more

Israel on Friday (Mar 15) approved a potential assault in the city of Rafah, but kept ceasefire hopes alive with plans to send another delegation to Qatar for talks on a possible hostage deal with Hamas. In other news, former&nbsp;United States vice president Mike Pence said&nbsp;he would not back his former boss Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential elections.&nbsp;

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A statement from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said that Hamas' demands for the release of hostages remained unrealistic, but an Israeli delegation would still head to Qatar's capital Doha once the security cabinet had discussed its position.

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Former United States vice president Mike Pence said on Friday (Mar 15) that he would not back his former boss Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential elections.&nbsp;

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United States President Joe Biden, on Friday (Mar 15) praised Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s speech criticising Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and calling&nbsp;for new elections in Israel.

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An Indian-origin couple along with their teenage daughter lost their lives in a "suspicious" fire that gutted their home in Canada's Ontario province last week, said the police on Friday (Mar 15).&nbsp;

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Israel on Friday (Mar 15) approved a potential assault in the city of Rafah, but kept ceasefire hopes alive with plans to send another delegation to Qatar for talks on a possible hostage deal with Hamas.

Israel on Friday (Mar 15) approved a potential assault in the city of Rafah, but kept ceasefire hopes alive with plans to send another delegation to Qatar for talks on a possible hostage deal with Hamas. In other news, former United States vice president Mike Pence said he would not back his former boss Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential elections. Click on the headlines to read more: Israel-Hamas war: Israel approves potential assault on Rafah as first aid ship reaches Gaza shore A statement from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said that Hamas' demands for the release of hostages remained unrealistic, but an Israeli delegation would still head to Qatar's capital Doha once the security cabinet had discussed its position. US presidential elections 2024: Will not endorse Trump in polls, says Mike Pence Former United States vice president Mike Pence said on Friday (Mar 15) that he would not back his former boss Donald Trump in the upcoming presidential elections. Biden praises Schumer’s ‘anti-Netanyahu’ speech calling for new elections as Israel fumes over remarks United States President Joe Biden, on Friday (Mar 15) praised Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer’s speech criticising Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and calling for new elections in Israel. Indian-origin family dies in 'suspicious fire' in Canada, police continue investigation An Indian-origin couple along with their teenage daughter lost their lives in a "suspicious" fire that gutted their home in Canada's Ontario province last week, said the police on Friday (Mar 15). WATCH | India General Elections 2024: Election Commission to announce election schedule on March 16

Morning news brief: First aid ship reaches Gaza shore; Mike Pence says will not endorse Trump; and more

President Joe Biden on Saturday said that Netanyahu's approach in the Gaza&nbsp;war was "hurting Israel more than helping Israel". The remarks were made by Biden in an interview aired on Saturday (Mar 9). Such statements have highlighted the increasing impatience of the US leader with Israel. In Pakistan, at least two people were killed on Sunday after a blast took place in KPK province.&nbsp;Rescue 1122 Spokesperson Bilal Faizi confirmed that two people were killed and another one was injured, as reported by Dawn. Israeli strike in Lebanon killed at least 5 people on Saturday.&nbsp;This comes as the ongoing violence has raised concerns of a potential&nbsp;broader conflict, exacerbating the already volatile situation in the region amid the Israel-Hamas conflict and a ceasefire talk that has not seen any progress so far.

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At least two people were killed and&nbsp;one suffered injuries after a blast took place near the Board Bazaar in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Peshawar on Sunday morning (Mar 10), said officials.&nbsp;

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United States President Joe Biden said that the approach of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the Gaza war was "hurting Israel more than helping Israel".&nbsp;

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At least five individuals lost their lives on Saturday (Mar 9) as a result of an Israeli airstrike on a residence in southern Lebanon, media reports said.

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India may have played a key role in discouraging Russia from launching a nuclear attack inside Ukraine in 2022 when President Vladimir Putin’s forces faced ‘one setback after another’ on the battlefield, a CNN report has revealed.

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As the Gaza war continues, hopes for a ceasefire before Ramadan seems&nbsp;to wane. The territory's health ministry reported that numerous people had died within the enclave.

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President Joe Biden on Saturday said that Netanyahu's approach in the Gaza war was "hurting Israel more than helping Israel". The remarks were made by Biden in an interview aired on Saturday (Mar 9).

President Joe Biden on Saturday said that Netanyahu's approach in the Gaza war was "hurting Israel more than helping Israel". The remarks were made by Biden in an interview aired on Saturday (Mar 9). Such statements have highlighted the increasing impatience of the US leader with Israel. In Pakistan, at least two people were killed on Sunday after a blast took place in KPK province. Rescue 1122 Spokesperson Bilal Faizi confirmed that two people were killed and another one was injured, as reported by Dawn. Israeli strike in Lebanon killed at least 5 people on Saturday. This comes as the ongoing violence has raised concerns of a potential broader conflict, exacerbating the already volatile situation in the region amid the Israel-Hamas conflict and a ceasefire talk that has not seen any progress so far. Click on the headlines to read more. Blast rocks Peshawar's Board Bazaar in Pakistan, at least two killed At least two people were killed and one suffered injuries after a blast took place near the Board Bazaar in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Peshawar on Sunday morning (Mar 10), said officials. Israel-Hamas war: Netanyahu's approach 'hurting Israel more than helping it', says Biden United States President Joe Biden said that the approach of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the Gaza war was "hurting Israel more than helping Israel". Israeli strike kills 5 in Southern Lebanon amid escalating tensions in region At least five individuals lost their lives on Saturday (Mar 9) as a result of an Israeli airstrike on a residence in southern Lebanon, media reports said. Putin abandoned use of nuclear weapon in Ukraine after intervention from India, China: Report India may have played a key role in discouraging Russia from launching a nuclear attack inside Ukraine in 2022 when President Vladimir Putin’s forces faced ‘one setback after another’ on the battlefield, a CNN report has revealed. Israel war: West's sham response to Gaza crisis | Biden's Gaza port plan fails As the Gaza war continues, hopes for a ceasefire before Ramadan seems to wane. The territory's health ministry reported that numerous people had died within the enclave. ×

Morning news brief: Blast kills two in Pakistan; Biden chides Netanyahu over Gaza war; and more

Negotiations for a multilateral prisoner exchange were in progress at the time of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's recent passing, according to media reports citing sources. In India, after an eight-day pause due to a blast that injured nearly 10 people, the Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru's Whitefield area resumed operations on March 9, welcoming back customers.

In other news from India, during his two-day visit to&nbsp;Assam, which began on Friday, March 8, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Kaziranga National Park. He became the first Prime Minister to visit the World Heritage Site since 1957.

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Multilateral prisoner exchange negotiations were underway when Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny died last month, media reports said, citing&nbsp;several sources.

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The Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru's Whitefield area resumed its operations on Saturday (Mar 9), welcoming customers after an eight-day hiatus following a blast that caused injuries to nearly 10 individuals.

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who commenced his two-day visit to the Indian state of Assam on Friday (Mar 8) ahead of the upcoming general elections, visited Kaziranga National Park. He is the first&nbsp;PM to visit the World Heritage Site&nbsp;since 1957.

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Donald Trump on Friday (March 8) appealed E. Jean Carroll's $83.3 million defamation verdict. The 80-year-old writer filed a defamation case against the former US president after he branded her a liar following accusations of rape against him.

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Negotiations for a multilateral prisoner exchange were in progress at the time of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's recent passing, according to media reports citing sources.

Negotiations for a multilateral prisoner exchange were in progress at the time of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny's recent passing, according to media reports citing sources. In India, after an eight-day pause due to a blast that injured nearly 10 people, the Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru's Whitefield area resumed operations on March 9, welcoming back customers. In other news from India, during his two-day visit to Assam, which began on Friday, March 8, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Kaziranga National Park. He became the first Prime Minister to visit the World Heritage Site since 1957. Prisoner exchange negotiations were ‘underway’ with Kremlin before Navalny’s death: Report Multilateral prisoner exchange negotiations were underway when Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny died last month, media reports said, citing several sources. Rameshwaram cafe reopens in Bengaluru amid tight security measures after blast that injured 10 The Rameshwaram Cafe in Bengaluru's Whitefield area resumed its operations on Saturday (Mar 9), welcoming customers after an eight-day hiatus following a blast that caused injuries to nearly 10 individuals. WATCH | PM Modi visits Kaziranga National Park in Assam, takes elephant safari Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who commenced his two-day visit to the Indian state of Assam on Friday (Mar 8) ahead of the upcoming general elections, visited Kaziranga National Park. He is the first PM to visit the World Heritage Site since 1957. Donald Trump appeals E. Jean Carroll's $83.3 million verdict in defamation case Donald Trump on Friday (March 8) appealed E. Jean Carroll's $83.3 million defamation verdict. The 80-year-old writer filed a defamation case against the former US president after he branded her a liar following accusations of rape against him. WATCH | Changed power equations in Nepal, PM Prachanda now teams up with Oli ×

Morning news brief: Prisoner exchange talks were underway before Navalny’s death, Rameshwaram cafe, & more

A UN team has found evidence of sexual violence during the Oct 7 attacks by Hamas in Israel.&nbsp;The team conducted a mission in Israel from January 29 to February 14 to gather, analyse and verify information, and investigate allegations of sexual violence during the October 7 attacks. In an extremely rare event, at least four submarine internet cables were cut in the Red Sea.&nbsp;Cables belonging to four major operators have been cut, which might impact internet traffic in India, Pakistan, and parts of East Africa as well. Meanwhile, the island nation of Taiwan has&nbsp;issued an apology to Indians after controversial remarks surfaced over the recruitment of Indian workers based on "skin colour", dietary habits, and religion.

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A United Nations team of experts, led by special envoy Pramila Patten, on Monday, reported that there were "reasonable grounds to believe" sexual violence, including rape and gang rape, occurred during the Oct&nbsp;7 attack by Hamas militants on Israel.

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Taiwan's Ministry of Labour issued an apology after controversial remarks surfaced over the recruitment of Indian workers based on "skin colour", dietary habits, and religion.

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Submarine internet cables may have been “cut” in the Red Sea, causing “significant” disruption to communications networks in the Middle East, said Hong Kong telecoms company HGC Global Communications.&nbsp;

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Former top executives of Twitter, including former CEO Parag Agrawal, have sued Elon Musk, claiming he owes them nearly $130 million after taking over the social media company which he renamed X.

Super Tuesday: Everything you need to know

Super Tuesday, on March 5, 2024, is when the largest number of states will be holding presidential primaries or caucuses. Over a third of all the available delegates for both the Republican and Democratic nominations are at stake on Super Tuesday.

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A UN team has found evidence of sexual violence during the Oct 7 attacks by Hamas in Israel. The team conducted a mission in Israel from January 29 to February 14 to gather, analyse and verify information, and investigate allegations of sexual violence during the October 7 attacks.

A UN team has found evidence of sexual violence during the Oct 7 attacks by Hamas in Israel. The team conducted a mission in Israel from January 29 to February 14 to gather, analyse and verify information, and investigate allegations of sexual violence during the October 7 attacks. In an extremely rare event, at least four submarine internet cables were cut in the Red Sea. Cables belonging to four major operators have been cut, which might impact internet traffic in India, Pakistan, and parts of East Africa as well. Meanwhile, the island nation of Taiwan has issued an apology to Indians after controversial remarks surfaced over the recruitment of Indian workers based on "skin colour", dietary habits, and religion. Click on the headlines to read more. UN finds 'credible' evidence of sexual violence including gang rapes, during Hamas attack on Israel A United Nations team of experts, led by special envoy Pramila Patten, on Monday, reported that there were "reasonable grounds to believe" sexual violence, including rape and gang rape, occurred during the Oct 7 attack by Hamas militants on Israel. Taiwan issues 'sincere apology' over minister's racist comments against Indian migrant workers Taiwan's Ministry of Labour issued an apology after controversial remarks surfaced over the recruitment of Indian workers based on "skin colour", dietary habits, and religion. At least four submarine internet cables ‘cut’ in Red Sea, Houthis deny role Submarine internet cables may have been “cut” in the Red Sea, causing “significant” disruption to communications networks in the Middle East, said Hong Kong telecoms company HGC Global Communications. 'Doesn't pay his bills': Former Twitter executives sue Elon Musk for withholding $130mn in unpaid benefits Former top executives of Twitter, including former CEO Parag Agrawal, have sued Elon Musk, claiming he owes them nearly $130 million after taking over the social media company which he renamed X. Super Tuesday: Everything you need to know Super Tuesday, on March 5, 2024, is when the largest number of states will be holding presidential primaries or caucuses. Over a third of all the available delegates for both the Republican and Democratic nominations are at stake on Super Tuesday. ×

Morning news brief: Sexual violence 'occurred' during Oct 7 attacks; Internet cables 'cut' in Red Sea; & more

Protesters in the United States (US) demanding a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip have dismissed the Joe Biden administration's airdrop of humanitarian aid in&nbsp;the Palestinian territory on Saturday (Mar 2). The protesters, who gathered outside the Israeli embassy in Washington DC, said that the Biden administration should stop supplying military weapons&nbsp;to Israel.

Former US president and current presidential hopeful Donald Trump inched closer in his quest to become the Republican Party's presidential nominee after he won internal party elections in Missouri, Michigan, and Idaho on Saturday.

In other news from around the world, the Indian Navy is set to commission INS Jatayu at Lakshadweep's Minicoy islands.

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Protesters in the United States demanding a ceasefire in the war-torn Gaza&nbsp;dismissed Washington's airdrop of humanitarian aid in the Palestinian territory on Saturday.&nbsp;

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Former United States president and current presidential hopeful Donald Trump inched closer in his quest to become the Republican Party's presidential nominee after he won internal party elections in Missouri, Michigan, and Idaho on Saturday.&nbsp;

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Indian Navy is poised to bolster its operational prowess with the commissioning of INS Jatayu at the Minicoy islands in the Union Territory of Lakshadweep, a significant stride towards fortifying security infrastructure in the wider region.&nbsp;

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Weeks after late former Indian prime minister Charan Singh was conferred Bharat Ratna by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government, the party founded by his son Ajit Singh — Rashtriya Lok Dal — formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance on Saturday.&nbsp;

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Protesters in the United States (US) demanding a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip have dismissed the Joe Biden administration's airdrop of humanitarian aid in the Palestinian territory on Saturday (Mar 2).

Protesters in the United States (US) demanding a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip have dismissed the Joe Biden administration's airdrop of humanitarian aid in the Palestinian territory on Saturday (Mar 2). The protesters, who gathered outside the Israeli embassy in Washington DC, said that the Biden administration should stop supplying military weapons to Israel. Former US president and current presidential hopeful Donald Trump inched closer in his quest to become the Republican Party's presidential nominee after he won internal party elections in Missouri, Michigan, and Idaho on Saturday. In other news from around the world, the Indian Navy is set to commission INS Jatayu at Lakshadweep's Minicoy islands. Click on the headlines to read more: We're dropping some food and we're dropping bombs: Protesters in US dismiss Washington's aid airdrop in Gaza Protesters in the United States demanding a ceasefire in the war-torn Gaza dismissed Washington's airdrop of humanitarian aid in the Palestinian territory on Saturday. US presidential hopeful Trump wins caucuses in Missouri, Michigan, and Idaho Former United States president and current presidential hopeful Donald Trump inched closer in his quest to become the Republican Party's presidential nominee after he won internal party elections in Missouri, Michigan, and Idaho on Saturday. Indian Navy to boost security, set to commission INS Jatayu at Lakshadweep's Minicoy islands amid Male row Indian Navy is poised to bolster its operational prowess with the commissioning of INS Jatayu at the Minicoy islands in the Union Territory of Lakshadweep, a significant stride towards fortifying security infrastructure in the wider region. Lok Sabha Elections 2024: RLD enters NDA fold as BJP aims big gains in western UP Weeks after late former Indian prime minister Charan Singh was conferred Bharat Ratna by Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government, the party founded by his son Ajit Singh — Rashtriya Lok Dal — formally joined the Bharatiya Janata Party-led National Democratic Alliance on Saturday. Watch | US President Biden’s disapproval rating reaches new high, according to new poll ×

Morning brief: Protests against US aid airdrop in Gaza; Trump wins Republican caucuses in 3 US states

The conservative-majority US Supreme Court on Wednesday (Feb 28)&nbsp;agreed to take up Donald Trump's claim that as a former president, he has immunity from prosecution in the election subversion case. The apex court&nbsp;scheduled arguments in the case for the week of April 22. In other news, the West Bengal Police on Thursday (Feb 29) arrested Trinamool Congress (TMC) strongman Sheikh Shahjahan, the prime accused in the Shandeshkhali case in which he and his aides have been accused of&nbsp;sexually exploiting women in the area.&nbsp;

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The US Supreme Court on Wednesday (Feb 28) agreed to take up Donald Trump's claim that as a former president, he has immunity from prosecution in the insurrection case where he is being prosecuted on charges of overturning the 2020 election.&nbsp;

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After weeks on the run, absconding Trinamool Congress leader Sheikh Shahjahan was arrested on Thursday (Feb 29) from the&nbsp;Minakhan area in North 24 Parganas where he was hiding, according to news agency&nbsp;PTI.&nbsp;

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An Illinois judge has decided to remove former President Donald Trump from the state's primary ballot due on March 19, citing the 14th Amendment's "insurrectionist ban."&nbsp;

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New Zealand on Thursday became one of the last Western countries to designate all of Hamas as a "terrorist entity", saying the attacks of October 7 had shattered the notion its political and military wings could be separated.

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The conservative-majority US Supreme Court on Wednesday (Feb 28) agreed to take up Donald Trump's claim that as a former president, he has immunity from prosecution in the election subversion case.

The conservative-majority US Supreme Court on Wednesday (Feb 28) agreed to take up Donald Trump's claim that as a former president, he has immunity from prosecution in the election subversion case. The apex court scheduled arguments in the case for the week of April 22. In other news, the West Bengal Police on Thursday (Feb 29) arrested Trinamool Congress (TMC) strongman Sheikh Shahjahan, the prime accused in the Shandeshkhali case in which he and his aides have been accused of sexually exploiting women in the area. Click on headlines to read more: US Supreme Court agrees to hear Trump's immunity claims in election interference case The US Supreme Court on Wednesday (Feb 28) agreed to take up Donald Trump's claim that as a former president, he has immunity from prosecution in the insurrection case where he is being prosecuted on charges of overturning the 2020 election. Sandeshkhali sex abuse row: Absconding TMC strongman Shahjahan Sheikh arrested by police After weeks on the run, absconding Trinamool Congress leader Sheikh Shahjahan was arrested on Thursday (Feb 29) from the Minakhan area in North 24 Parganas where he was hiding, according to news agency PTI. 'Insurrectionist ban': Illinois Judge removes Trump from Primary ballot due on March 19 An Illinois judge has decided to remove former President Donald Trump from the state's primary ballot due on March 19, citing the 14th Amendment's "insurrectionist ban." New Zealand designates entirety of Hamas a 'terrorist entity' New Zealand on Thursday became one of the last Western countries to designate all of Hamas as a "terrorist entity", saying the attacks of October 7 had shattered the notion its political and military wings could be separated. Watch | Iran set to hold elections against backdrop of economic crisis, Khomenei addresses first-time voters ×

Morning news brief: Trump's prez immunity claim; Sandeshkhali accused arrested, and more

The Indian foreign ministry said on Monday (Feb 26) that several Indians were discharged from the Russian Army after the Modi government's intervention. The response came following reports that several Indians had been forced to fight for the&nbsp;Russian army and were seeking help for discharge amid Moscow's war with Ukraine.

A man set himself on fire outside the Israeli embassy in the United States on Sunday. The man was transported to a local hospital nearby by DC Fire and EMS after the fire was put out by the United States Secret Service (USSS). He is reported to be in a critical condition.

In other news from around the world, the Israeli army has proposed a plan for "evacuating" civilians from the Gaza Strip as Israel's war with Hamas intensifies. "The (Israeli army) presented the War Cabinet with a plan for evacuating the population from the areas of fighting in the Gaza Strip, with the upcoming operational plan," Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said in a statement.&nbsp;

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India's External Affairs Ministry on Monday (Feb 26) said that several Indians have been discharged from the Russian Army after New Delhi's persistent intervention. The response came in the wake of media reports that claimed Indians in the Russian army are seeking help for discharge amid the war in Ukraine.&nbsp;

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A man is in critical condition after setting himself on fire outside the Israeli embassy in the US capital, Washington, DC. The incident occurred on Sunday (Feb 25) afternoon, said authorities. The adult male, as per media reports, was transported to a local hospital nearby by DC Fire and EMS after the fire was put out by the United States Secret Service (USSS).

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The Israel Army on Monday (Feb 26) proposed a plan for "evacuating" civilians from&nbsp;the Gaza Strip. This evacuation plan which has been presented with an "operational plan" comes after the nation's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that a ground invasion of the Palestinian territory's southern city Rafah was necessary for Israel's "total victory".&nbsp;

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In Sudan's conflict-ridden Darfur region, authorities reportedly aligned with the army have blocked cross-border aid, drawing criticism from aid workers and the United States.&nbsp;An international aid worker in Darfur, speaking anonymously to AFP, warned of dire consequences, including increased mortality rates, if aid is not promptly restored.

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The Indian foreign ministry said on Monday (Feb 26) that several Indians were discharged from the Russian Army after the Modi government's intervention. The response came following reports that several Indians had been forced to fight for the Russian army and were seeking help for discharge amid Moscow's war with Ukraine.

The Indian foreign ministry said on Monday (Feb 26) that several Indians were discharged from the Russian Army after the Modi government's intervention. The response came following reports that several Indians had been forced to fight for the Russian army and were seeking help for discharge amid Moscow's war with Ukraine. A man set himself on fire outside the Israeli embassy in the United States on Sunday. The man was transported to a local hospital nearby by DC Fire and EMS after the fire was put out by the United States Secret Service (USSS). He is reported to be in a critical condition. In other news from around the world, the Israeli army has proposed a plan for "evacuating" civilians from the Gaza Strip as Israel's war with Hamas intensifies. "The (Israeli army) presented the War Cabinet with a plan for evacuating the population from the areas of fighting in the Gaza Strip, with the upcoming operational plan," Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said in a statement. Click on the headlines to read more: Several Indians discharged from Russian army after foreign ministry's intervention India's External Affairs Ministry on Monday (Feb 26) said that several Indians have been discharged from the Russian Army after New Delhi's persistent intervention. The response came in the wake of media reports that claimed Indians in the Russian army are seeking help for discharge amid the war in Ukraine. Man, allegedly a US Air Force member, sets himself on fire outside Israeli embassy in Washington, DC A man is in critical condition after setting himself on fire outside the Israeli embassy in the US capital, Washington, DC. The incident occurred on Sunday (Feb 25) afternoon, said authorities. The adult male, as per media reports, was transported to a local hospital nearby by DC Fire and EMS after the fire was put out by the United States Secret Service (USSS). Israel army offers plan to evacuate Gaza civilians as Netanyahu says Rafah offensive vital for 'total victory' The Israel Army on Monday (Feb 26) proposed a plan for "evacuating" civilians from the Gaza Strip. This evacuation plan which has been presented with an "operational plan" comes after the nation's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that a ground invasion of the Palestinian territory's southern city Rafah was necessary for Israel's "total victory". 'Babies are already dying': Aid worker warns of dire consequences as Sudan blocks cross-border aid to Darfur In Sudan's conflict-ridden Darfur region, authorities reportedly aligned with the army have blocked cross-border aid, drawing criticism from aid workers and the United States. An international aid worker in Darfur, speaking anonymously to AFP, warned of dire consequences, including increased mortality rates, if aid is not promptly restored. Watch | Chaos in South Korea amid protest by doctors, several surgeries cancelled ×

Morning brief: Several Indians discharged from Russian Army; and more

Amid the ongoing protests by farmers, Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) leader Rakesh Tikait announced plans for a 'Black Friday'. This decision comes after the unfortunate death of a protesting farmer at the Khanauri Border crossing in Sangrur district in India's Punjab state. In the US, President Joe Biden met privately with the wife and daughter of the late Kremlin opposition leader Alexei Navalny. Navalny recently died in a Russian prison sparking an international outcry.

Moreover, making strides in space exploration, the private US spacecraft Odysseus achieved a historic feat by successfully landing on the surface of the Moon near the South Pole. Notably, this marks the first successful US lunar mission in over 50 years since the landing of the "Challenger" Lunar Module in 1972.&nbsp;

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Amid the ongoing protests by the farmers, Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) leader Rakesh Tikait announced that the farmers will observe a 'Black Friday' on Friday (Feb 23), after one of the protesting farmers died at the Khanauri Border crossing in Sangrur district, Punjab.

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US President Joe Biden held a private meeting with the wife and daughter of the Kremlin opposition leader Alexei Navalny,&nbsp;who recently died in a Russian prison. Yulia and Dasha Navalnaya met Biden in San Francisco, the White House confirmed. During the meeting, Biden expressed his heartfelt condolences for their loss.&nbsp;

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Private US spacecraft Odysseus crafted history by landing on the surface of the Moon near the South Pole, days after blasting off from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida last Thursday (February 15). This is an astounding success as it is the first time in over 50 years that a US lunar mission has been successful. About over 50 years ago, the US Lunar Module named "Challenger" landed in the Taurus-Littrow region of the Moon on December 11, 1972.

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At least four people were killed and several others were injured in a deadly blaze at a residential block in Spain's Valencia, media reports said quoting the country's emergency services. Reports indicated that the firefighters are still trying to contain the tragedy as at least 14 people were left injured. The injured ones included&nbsp;six firefighters and a young child.&nbsp;

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Amid the ongoing protests by farmers, Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) leader Rakesh Tikait announced plans for a 'Black Friday'. This decision comes after the unfortunate death of a protesting farmer at the Khanauri Border crossing in Sangrur district in India's Punjab state.

Amid the ongoing protests by farmers, Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) leader Rakesh Tikait announced plans for a 'Black Friday'. This decision comes after the unfortunate death of a protesting farmer at the Khanauri Border crossing in Sangrur district in India's Punjab state. In the US, President Joe Biden met privately with the wife and daughter of the late Kremlin opposition leader Alexei Navalny. Navalny recently died in a Russian prison sparking an international outcry. Moreover, making strides in space exploration, the private US spacecraft Odysseus achieved a historic feat by successfully landing on the surface of the Moon near the South Pole. Notably, this marks the first successful US lunar mission in over 50 years since the landing of the "Challenger" Lunar Module in 1972. Farmers' mega protest: Farm groups to observe 'Black Friday' today Amid the ongoing protests by the farmers, Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) leader Rakesh Tikait announced that the farmers will observe a 'Black Friday' on Friday (Feb 23), after one of the protesting farmers died at the Khanauri Border crossing in Sangrur district, Punjab. US President Biden meets Navalny's wife and daughter, vows sanctions against Russia US President Joe Biden held a private meeting with the wife and daughter of the Kremlin opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who recently died in a Russian prison. Yulia and Dasha Navalnaya met Biden in San Francisco, the White House confirmed. During the meeting, Biden expressed his heartfelt condolences for their loss. Odysseus: US private spacecraft makes historic landing on Moon Private US spacecraft Odysseus crafted history by landing on the surface of the Moon near the South Pole, days after blasting off from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida last Thursday (February 15). This is an astounding success as it is the first time in over 50 years that a US lunar mission has been successful. About over 50 years ago, the US Lunar Module named "Challenger" landed in the Taurus-Littrow region of the Moon on December 11, 1972. At least four killed in fire at residential block in Spain's Valencia At least four people were killed and several others were injured in a deadly blaze at a residential block in Spain's Valencia, media reports said quoting the country's emergency services. Reports indicated that the firefighters are still trying to contain the tragedy as at least 14 people were left injured. The injured ones included six firefighters and a young child. Israel-Hamas war: PM Netanyahu sends Israeli team to Paris for hostage talks ×

Morning news brief: Indian farmer groups to observe 'Black Friday', Biden meets Navalny's family, & more

Taking inspiration from his&nbsp;predecessor Donald Trump, US President Joe Biden is considering an executive action to address the border crisis. In other news, several people were killed in southern Venezuela after an illegal 'open-pit' gold mine collapsed in the Angostura municipality.&nbsp;

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US President Joe Biden is mulling executive action that would prevent illegal migrants from seeking asylum in the country after they have crossed the southern border, according to US media reports.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Several people were killed in a devastating incident in Venezuela as an illegal 'Bulla Loca' gold mine collapsed on February 20 in the state of Bolivar, which requires a seven-hour boat journey from the nearest town, La Paragua.&nbsp;

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The Seattle police officer who killed&nbsp;Jaahnavi Kandula, a 23-year-old Indian student last year, won't be criminally charged, the prosecutors informed&nbsp;on Wednesday (Feb 21).

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US President Joe Biden on Wednesday (Feb 21) announced he was extending his student loan forgiveness programme by cancelling loans of an additional 150,000 Americans worth $1.2 billion.

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Taking inspiration from his predecessor Donald Trump, US President Joe Biden is considering an executive action to address the border crisis. In other news, several people were killed in southern Venezuela after an illegal 'open-pit' gold mine collapsed in the Angostura municipality.

Taking inspiration from his predecessor Donald Trump, US President Joe Biden is considering an executive action to address the border crisis. In other news, several people were killed in southern Venezuela after an illegal 'open-pit' gold mine collapsed in the Angostura municipality. Click on headlines to read more: Taking leaf out of Trump's book? Biden considers executive action to restrict asylum at border US President Joe Biden is mulling executive action that would prevent illegal migrants from seeking asylum in the country after they have crossed the southern border, according to US media reports. Southern Venezuela: Illegal gold mine collapse kills dozens in Bolivar state Several people were killed in a devastating incident in Venezuela as an illegal 'Bulla Loca' gold mine collapsed on February 20 in the state of Bolivar, which requires a seven-hour boat journey from the nearest town, La Paragua. Jaahnavi Kandula's death: US police officer who struck and killed Indian student won't face criminal charges The Seattle police officer who killed Jaahnavi Kandula, a 23-year-old Indian student last year, won't be criminally charged, the prosecutors informed on Wednesday (Feb 21). Biden announces fresh student loan relief for 150,000 Americans US President Joe Biden on Wednesday (Feb 21) announced he was extending his student loan forgiveness programme by cancelling loans of an additional 150,000 Americans worth $1.2 billion. Watch | ICJ should not order Israeli withdrawal from occupied Palestinian territories, US says ×

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The Delhi Police has recommended that commuters steer clear of various roads in the central areas of the capital city due to special traffic arrangements ahead of the planned farmers' protest today. Following almost two weeks of contention, the Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) (PML-N) and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) revealed on Tuesday night that they had reached an agreement for power-sharing. Meanwhile, in India, renowned Indian jurist Fali S Nariman passed away at 95 in New Delhi.&nbsp;

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Ahead of the planned march to the capital city of Delhi on Wednesday (Feb 21) by the protesting farmers, the traffic police has issued an advisory for commuters. The Delhi Police has advised commuters to avoid several roads in the central parts of the capital due to special traffic arrangements.&nbsp;

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The World Food Programme's (WFP) "live-saving" food deliveries to northern Gaza have been paused as the agency claimed that aid convoys had had to go through "complete chaos and violence due to the collapse of civil order" while making those deliveries.

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After nearly two weeks of tussle,&nbsp;the Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) (PML-N) and the Pakistan Peoples' Party (PPP) announced late Tuesday that a power-sharing arrangement had been reached. The elections held earlier this month failed to produce a decisive winner, forcing the dynastic parties to cobble together a coalition.&nbsp;

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Former US president Donald Trump has said Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was a "brave"&nbsp;man who probably should not have returned to his country. Navalny was pronounced dead last week in rather mysterious circumstances, prompting accusations from the Western bloc that President Vladimir Putin had engineered the entire plot to silence an influential voice.&nbsp;

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Fali S Nariman, a distinguished constitutional expert and long-standing senior advocate of the Supreme Court, passed away in New Delhi on Wednesday (Feb 21) at the age of 95.

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The Delhi Police has recommended that commuters steer clear of various roads in the central areas of the capital city due to special traffic arrangements ahead of the planned farmers' protest today.

The Delhi Police has recommended that commuters steer clear of various roads in the central areas of the capital city due to special traffic arrangements ahead of the planned farmers' protest today. Following almost two weeks of contention, the Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) (PML-N) and the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) revealed on Tuesday night that they had reached an agreement for power-sharing. Meanwhile, in India, renowned Indian jurist Fali S Nariman passed away at 95 in New Delhi. Click on the headlines to read more. Farmers' protest: Traffic advisory issued by Delhi Police as farmers attempt to enter capital Ahead of the planned march to the capital city of Delhi on Wednesday (Feb 21) by the protesting farmers, the traffic police has issued an advisory for commuters. The Delhi Police has advised commuters to avoid several roads in the central parts of the capital due to special traffic arrangements. Israel-Hamas war: World Food Programme pauses food deliveries to northern Gaza The World Food Programme's (WFP) "live-saving" food deliveries to northern Gaza have been paused as the agency claimed that aid convoys had had to go through "complete chaos and violence due to the collapse of civil order" while making those deliveries. Pakistan Elections: PML-N and PPP reach coalition agreement after much tussle After nearly two weeks of tussle, the Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) (PML-N) and the Pakistan Peoples' Party (PPP) announced late Tuesday that a power-sharing arrangement had been reached. The elections held earlier this month failed to produce a decisive winner, forcing the dynastic parties to cobble together a coalition. Trump says 'brave' Navalny should not have returned to Russia Former US president Donald Trump has said Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny was a "brave" man who probably should not have returned to his country. Navalny was pronounced dead last week in rather mysterious circumstances, prompting accusations from the Western bloc that President Vladimir Putin had engineered the entire plot to silence an influential voice. India: Renowned constitutional jurist Fali S Nariman passes away in New Delhi aged 95 Fali S Nariman, a distinguished constitutional expert and long-standing senior advocate of the Supreme Court, passed away in New Delhi on Wednesday (Feb 21) at the age of 95.

Morning news brief: Farmers resume march to Delhi, WFP pauses Gaza food supply, and more

Ahead of Tuesday's (Feb 20) vote on an Algerian resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the United States on Monday (Feb 19) tabled its own UN Security Council draft resolution on Gaza. In other news, a&nbsp;number of European countries on Monday (Feb 19) summoned Russian diplomats over the rather suspicious death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny last week, whilst also warning of fresh sanctions.

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Ahead of Tuesday's (Feb 20) vote on an Algerian resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the United States on Monday (Feb 19) tabled its own UN Security Council draft resolution on Gaza.

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A number of European countries on Monday (Feb 19) summoned Russian diplomats over the rather suspicious death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny last week, whilst also warning of fresh sanctions. &nbsp;&nbsp;

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Brazil’s foreign ministry recalled its ambassador to Israel as Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Monday (Feb 19) said President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is unwelcome in Israel until he retracts his remarks comparing the military operation against Hamas in Gaza to the Nazi genocide.&nbsp;

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Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has entered what may be his final opportunity to halt his extradition from Britain to the United States. After over 13 years of legal battles in English courts, Assange faces US prosecutors seeking to try him on 18 charges linked to WikiLeaks' disclosure of confidential US military records and diplomatic cables, as reported by Reuters.

WATCH |&nbsp;India Farmers Protest: Proposals not in interest of farmers, they have rejected offer: Union Leaders

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Ahead of Tuesday's (Feb 20) vote on an Algerian resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the United States on Monday (Feb 19) tabled its own UN Security Council draft resolution on Gaza.

Ahead of Tuesday's (Feb 20) vote on an Algerian resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the United States on Monday (Feb 19) tabled its own UN Security Council draft resolution on Gaza. In other news, a number of European countries on Monday (Feb 19) summoned Russian diplomats over the rather suspicious death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny last week, whilst also warning of fresh sanctions. Click on the headlines to read more: Rivalling Algeria's efforts, US proposes its own UN draft resolution on Israel-Hamas war Ahead of Tuesday's (Feb 20) vote on an Algerian resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the United States on Monday (Feb 19) tabled its own UN Security Council draft resolution on Gaza. Alexei Navalny death: European nations summon Russian diplomats, warn of fresh sanctions A number of European countries on Monday (Feb 19) summoned Russian diplomats over the rather suspicious death of opposition leader Alexei Navalny last week, whilst also warning of fresh sanctions. Brazilian President Lula recalls ambassador to Israel amid diplomatic row Brazil’s foreign ministry recalled its ambassador to Israel as Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz on Monday (Feb 19) said President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is unwelcome in Israel until he retracts his remarks comparing the military operation against Hamas in Gaza to the Nazi genocide. WikiLeaks' founder Julian Assange initiates last-ditch battle to halt US extradition Julian Assange, the founder of WikiLeaks, has entered what may be his final opportunity to halt his extradition from Britain to the United States. After over 13 years of legal battles in English courts, Assange faces US prosecutors seeking to try him on 18 charges linked to WikiLeaks' disclosure of confidential US military records and diplomatic cables, as reported by Reuters. WATCH | India Farmers Protest: Proposals not in interest of farmers, they have rejected offer: Union Leaders

Morning brief: US proposes UN resolution for temporary ceasefire in Gaza; Brazil-Israel diplomatic row & more

Hours after Kyiv announced it had pulled out troops from Avdiivka,&nbsp;Russia on Saturday (Feb 17) said it had assumed "full control" of the eastern Ukrainian city. In other news,&nbsp;Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that truce talks with Hamas had come to a halt due to 'delusional' demands by the terror outfit.&nbsp;

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Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said President Vladimir Putin had congratulated the military on "such an&nbsp;important victory", referring to its troops taking full control of the&nbsp;eastern Ukrainian city of&nbsp;Avdiivka.&nbsp; 
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has revealed that the truce talks with Hamas were halted over the 'delusional' demands by the terror outfit.&nbsp;

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Ukrainian visa holders who arrived in the UK to escape the ongoing war with Russia will be given an additional 18-month extension to stay in Britain until at least September 2026, announced the Home Office on Sunday (Feb 18).&nbsp;

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Thailand's jailed former prime minister Thaksin Shinwatra was seen leaving the jail on Sunday (Feb 18) morning where he had been lodged for the last six months, according to various agency reports.&nbsp;

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Hours after Kyiv announced it had pulled out troops from Avdiivka, Russia on Saturday (Feb 17) said it had assumed "full control" of the eastern Ukrainian city. In other news, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that truce talks with Hamas had come to a halt due to 'delusional' demands by the terror outfit.

Hours after Kyiv announced it had pulled out troops from Avdiivka, Russia on Saturday (Feb 17) said it had assumed "full control" of the eastern Ukrainian city. In other news, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that truce talks with Hamas had come to a halt due to 'delusional' demands by the terror outfit. Click on headlines to read more: Putin congratulates military as Russia assumes 'full control' of Ukraine's Avdiivka Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said President Vladimir Putin had congratulated the military on "such an important victory", referring to its troops taking full control of the eastern Ukrainian city of Avdiivka. Truce talks halted over 'delusional' Hamas demands: Netanyahu Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has revealed that the truce talks with Hamas were halted over the 'delusional' demands by the terror outfit. UK announces 18-month visa extension scheme for Ukrainians Ukrainian visa holders who arrived in the UK to escape the ongoing war with Russia will be given an additional 18-month extension to stay in Britain until at least September 2026, announced the Home Office on Sunday (Feb 18). Former Thai PM Thaksin Shinawatra leaves prison hospital on parole: Reports Thailand's jailed former prime minister Thaksin Shinwatra was seen leaving the jail on Sunday (Feb 18) morning where he had been lodged for the last six months, according to various agency reports. Watch | Munich Security Conference 2024 | In focus: Wars in West Asia and Ukraine ×

Morning news brief: Russia takes control of Avdiivka; Netanyahu calls out 'delusional' Hamas, and more

The United States, the European Union and Britain called for an investigation into the&nbsp;electoral process of Pakistan and separately expressed concerns regarding the reported irregularities.

Elsewhere, Indian-origin man Vivek Taneja died in the United States after he was attacked and suffered life-threatening injuries.&nbsp;

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Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) supremo Nawaz Sharif said on Friday (Feb 9) that his government would try to improve relations with neighbouring countries.

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Indian-origin man Vivek Taneja died this week in Washington, United States after he got involved in a scuffle outside a restaurant and suffered life-threatening injuries.

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The United States, the European Union and Britain on Friday (Feb 9) separately expressed concerns regarding the electoral process in Pakistan in the wake of voting which took place on Thursday (Feb 8) and appealed for an investigation into reported irregularities.

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Two people were killed after&nbsp;a small jet plane&nbsp;caught fire while making an emergency landing on Interstate 75 in southwest Florida on Friday (Feb 9).

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The United States, the European Union and Britain called for an investigation into the electoral process of Pakistan and separately expressed concerns regarding the reported irregularities.

The United States, the European Union and Britain called for an investigation into the electoral process of Pakistan and separately expressed concerns regarding the reported irregularities. Elsewhere, Indian-origin man Vivek Taneja died in the United States after he was attacked and suffered life-threatening injuries. Click here to read more: Pakistan elections: Nawaz Sharif hints at improving ties with India as poll results drag on Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz) supremo Nawaz Sharif said on Friday (Feb 9) that his government would try to improve relations with neighbouring countries. US: Indian-origin man dies after facing assault on streets of Washington Indian-origin man Vivek Taneja died this week in Washington, United States after he got involved in a scuffle outside a restaurant and suffered life-threatening injuries. US, EU, UK express concern over irregularities in Pak elections, urges for probe The United States, the European Union and Britain on Friday (Feb 9) separately expressed concerns regarding the electoral process in Pakistan in the wake of voting which took place on Thursday (Feb 8) and appealed for an investigation into reported irregularities. Plane bursts into flame after emergency landing in Florida, two killed: Video Two people were killed after a small jet plane caught fire while making an emergency landing on Interstate 75 in southwest Florida on Friday (Feb 9). Watch: India to perform 30 rocket launches in 15 months, In-Space unveils list of launches

Morning news brief: US, UK seek probe into Pak poll 'irregularities'; Indian-origin man dies in US; and more

US President Joe Biden on Tuesday (Feb 13) once again slammed his predecessor Donald Trump for his comments regarding NATO. The Republican leader had said he would 'encourage Russia to attack allies' if they failed to fulfil their financial obligations to the military coalition. In other news, Indonesia went to presidential polls early in the morning&nbsp;in what is being regarded as&nbsp;the world's biggest single-day election

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United States President Joe Biden launched a scathing attack on former president Donald Trump for his criticism of NATO, calling it "dumb", "shameful" and "un-American".

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Millions of Indonesians geared up to reach the polling booths&nbsp;early on Wednesday (Feb 14) morning to vote for the next president as&nbsp;Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto took the lead in various opinion polls.&nbsp;

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The Republican-majority US House of Representatives on Tuesday (Feb 13) impeached Homeland Security Chief Alejandro Mayorkas. The&nbsp;GOP-majority House&nbsp;voted 214 to 213 for the measure, after an earlier attempt failed last week.

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US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin has been released from hospital and has resumed his duties, informed the Pentagon on Tuesday (Feb 13).&nbsp;

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US President Joe Biden on Tuesday (Feb 13) once again slammed his predecessor Donald Trump for his comments regarding NATO. The Republican leader had said he would 'encourage Russia to attack allies' if they failed to fulfil their financial obligations to the military coalition.

US President Joe Biden on Tuesday (Feb 13) once again slammed his predecessor Donald Trump for his comments regarding NATO. The Republican leader had said he would 'encourage Russia to attack allies' if they failed to fulfil their financial obligations to the military coalition. In other news, Indonesia went to presidential polls early in the morning in what is being regarded as the world's biggest single-day election Click on headlines to read more: US President Biden calls Trump’s criticism of NATO as ‘dumb’, ‘shameful’ United States President Joe Biden launched a scathing attack on former president Donald Trump for his criticism of NATO, calling it "dumb", "shameful" and "un-American". Indonesia votes to choose next president in world's biggest single-day election Millions of Indonesians geared up to reach the polling booths early on Wednesday (Feb 14) morning to vote for the next president as Defence Minister Prabowo Subianto took the lead in various opinion polls. Biden's Homeland security chief Alejandro Mayorkas impeached in Republican-majority House The Republican-majority US House of Representatives on Tuesday (Feb 13) impeached Homeland Security Chief Alejandro Mayorkas. The GOP-majority House voted 214 to 213 for the measure, after an earlier attempt failed last week. US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin released from hospital, resumes work: Pentagon US Secretary of Defence Lloyd Austin has been released from hospital and has resumed his duties, informed the Pentagon on Tuesday (Feb 13). Watch | US Senate passes $95 billion Ukraine aid bill, sends to House ×

Morning news brief: Biden criticises Trump over NATO comments; Indonesia votes for new prez, and more

Former US president Donald Trump has approached US Supreme Court for immunity against charges related to January 6, 2021 riots. A lower court has previously ruled that Trump does not have such an immunity. In other news, Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has released a video that shows rescue of two Israeli hostages. Read this and more in our morning news brief.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-launches-immunity-bid-in-us-supreme-court-against-jan-6-trial-689672">Donald Trump launches immunity bid in US Supreme Court against Jan 6 trial</a>

Trump has claimed that he could not be tried for acts carried out as president. But a total of three lower court judges have previously ruled that Trump can be prosecuted like any other citizen.&nbsp;

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The rescue operation spread a rare wave of relief in Israel where the uproar continues to grow to ensure that all hostages held by Hamas are freed.

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<a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/google-warns-all-android-and-iphone-users-check-out-whats-this-exactly-689677">Google warns all Android and iPhone users of privacy threats. Details here</a>

Artificial intelligence, after catching hold of popular perception after the 2022 release of the blockbuster generative AI tool ChatGPT, has moved beyond being just a thing with a 'wow factor', and tech giants have already taken steps to integrate AI tools and apps in existing ecosystems. Google has something to say to Android and iPhone users.

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According to the authorities, the woman had a history of mental illness and used an AR-style rifle to open fire inside the church

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Former US president Donald Trump has approached US Supreme Court for immunity against charges related to January 6, 2021 riots. A lower court has previously ruled that Trump does not have such an immunity.

Former US president Donald Trump has approached US Supreme Court for immunity against charges related to January 6, 2021 riots. A lower court has previously ruled that Trump does not have such an immunity. In other news, Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has released a video that shows rescue of two Israeli hostages. Read this and more in our morning news brief. Donald Trump launches immunity bid in US Supreme Court against Jan 6 trial Trump has claimed that he could not be tried for acts carried out as president. But a total of three lower court judges have previously ruled that Trump can be prosecuted like any other citizen. Watch: Israeli forces say this is how they rescued hostages from Gaza The rescue operation spread a rare wave of relief in Israel where the uproar continues to grow to ensure that all hostages held by Hamas are freed. Google warns all Android and iPhone users of privacy threats. Details here Artificial intelligence, after catching hold of popular perception after the 2022 release of the blockbuster generative AI tool ChatGPT, has moved beyond being just a thing with a 'wow factor', and tech giants have already taken steps to integrate AI tools and apps in existing ecosystems. Google has something to say to Android and iPhone users. Lakewood church shooting: Female suspect critically injured her own child According to the authorities, the woman had a history of mental illness and used an AR-style rifle to open fire inside the church Watch | BAPS Hindu Mandir UAE: PM Modi to inaugurate temple in UAE × Watch | Donald Trump defiant after backlash over NATO remarks ×

Morning news brief: Trump wants immunity in Jan 6 trial; IDF releases hostage rescue video; and more

We are tracking all live updates on the counting of votes in the general elections in Pakistan. At the time of writing the morning brief, the results were being announced by the Election Commission on Friday (Feb 9).&nbsp;&nbsp;

US President Joe Biden mixed up the leaders of Mexico and Egypt and referred to Egyptian leader Abdel Fattah El-Sisi as the “president of Mexico.” “I think as you know initially, the president of Mexico, El-Sisi, did not want to open up the gate to humanitarian material to get in. I talked to him. I convinced him to open the gate,” Biden said, just moments after claiming his memory is fine.

In other news from around the world, India has firmly rejected Canada's claims of interference in its elections. On Thursday, Indian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted that New Delhi has a commitment to non-interference in other nations' democratic procedures. "We strongly reject such baseless allegations of Indian interference in Canadian elections," he said.

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Pakistan's Election Commission has started announcing results for the general elections. Voting was held on Thursday amid incidents of violence.&nbsp;&nbsp;Former prime minister Shehbaz Sharif has emerged victorious in his National Assembly constituency, NA-123 Lahore-VII.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-reacts-to-special-counsel-report-which-said-he-dont-remember-when-his-son-died-688453">Biden mixes up Mexican and Egyptian leaders, calls El-Sisi 'president of Mexico'</a>

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While responding about the situation in Gaza, Biden reportedly characterised the response as "over the top" and also mixed up the leaders of Mexico and Egypt and referred to Egyptian leader Abdel Fattah El-Sisi as the “president of Mexico.”

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India has firmly rejected Canada's claims of interference in Canadian democratic processes. Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal dismissed the allegations as unfounded during a routine press briefing&nbsp;on Thursday (Feb 8).&nbsp;This comes as the Canadian Security Intelligence Service labelled India as a 'foreign interference threat' in a recent report.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/in-rare-interview-with-tucker-carlson-putin-hints-ukraine-war-can-be-over-in-a-few-weeks-688452">In rare interview with Tucker Carlson, Putin hints Ukraine war can be ‘over in a few weeks’</a>

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Russian President Vladimir Putin and Tucker Carlson came under the spotlight on Thursday (Feb 8) after the former gave a rare interview to the&nbsp;Trump-supporting right-wing commentator.&nbsp;Speaking about the possibility of establishment of peace in Ukraine, Putin said to Carlson, “If you really want to stop fighting, you need to stop supplying weapons." The Russian president was referring to Western aid being supplied to Kyiv.

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We are tracking all live updates on the counting of votes in the general elections in Pakistan. At the time of writing the morning brief, the results were being announced by the Election Commission on Friday (Feb 9).

We are tracking all live updates on the counting of votes in the general elections in Pakistan. At the time of writing the morning brief, the results were being announced by the Election Commission on Friday (Feb 9). US President Joe Biden mixed up the leaders of Mexico and Egypt and referred to Egyptian leader Abdel Fattah El-Sisi as the “president of Mexico.” “I think as you know initially, the president of Mexico, El-Sisi, did not want to open up the gate to humanitarian material to get in. I talked to him. I convinced him to open the gate,” Biden said, just moments after claiming his memory is fine. In other news from around the world, India has firmly rejected Canada's claims of interference in its elections. On Thursday, Indian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal highlighted that New Delhi has a commitment to non-interference in other nations' democratic procedures. "We strongly reject such baseless allegations of Indian interference in Canadian elections," he said. Click on the headlines to read more: Pakistan elections 2024 LIVE: Poll body starts announcing National Assembly results as counting gets underway Pakistan's Election Commission has started announcing results for the general elections. Voting was held on Thursday amid incidents of violence. Former prime minister Shehbaz Sharif has emerged victorious in his National Assembly constituency, NA-123 Lahore-VII. Biden mixes up Mexican and Egyptian leaders, calls El-Sisi 'president of Mexico' While responding about the situation in Gaza, Biden reportedly characterised the response as "over the top" and also mixed up the leaders of Mexico and Egypt and referred to Egyptian leader Abdel Fattah El-Sisi as the “president of Mexico.” MEA dismisses Canada's election interference accusations, says it's meddling in India's internal affairs India has firmly rejected Canada's claims of interference in Canadian democratic processes. Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal dismissed the allegations as unfounded during a routine press briefing on Thursday (Feb 8). This comes as the Canadian Security Intelligence Service labelled India as a 'foreign interference threat' in a recent report. In rare interview with Tucker Carlson, Putin hints Ukraine war can be ‘over in a few weeks’ Russian President Vladimir Putin and Tucker Carlson came under the spotlight on Thursday (Feb 8) after the former gave a rare interview to the Trump-supporting right-wing commentator. Speaking about the possibility of establishment of peace in Ukraine, Putin said to Carlson, “If you really want to stop fighting, you need to stop supplying weapons." The Russian president was referring to Western aid being supplied to Kyiv. Watch | India: Battle of papers between BJP and Congress over economy ×

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