In southern India, over 80 individuals have been injured as a result of a clash between police and protesters who halted the construction of a $900 million port belonging to Asia's richest man, Adani.

the protesters forced workers to stop working at the&nbsp;Vizhinjam seaport.

In the recent clashes, hundreds of angry protesters stormed a police station&nbsp;with lethal weapons, damaging official vehicles, the police documents claim.&nbsp;

The construction has been halted for over three months after the villagers blocked the entrance for construction vehicles claiming that the activities are causing harm to their livelihoods, Reuters reported.&nbsp;

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Last week, police detained several protesters who were blocking the way. This prompted protesters for attacking the police station.&nbsp;

A senior police official claimed that 36 police officials have been severely wounded in this clash.

The protest has continued in the area despite repeated orders from Kerala's High Court to allow construction dismissing all claims by the protesters.&nbsp;

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Till now, Adnani Group has not addressed the situation officially but claims that the port complies with all laws and cited claims. The state government stated that any erosion that occurred happened due to natural causes.&nbsp;

The protest has brought worries for Asia's richest man Gautam Adani.&nbsp;Similar protests against the Adnani Group have occurred in Australia over his Carmichael coal mine. The activists there were concerned over carbon emissions and possible damage to the Great Barrier Reef forcing the group to halt its construction and delaying the project by six years.&nbsp;

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In southern India, over 80 individuals have been injured as a result of a clash between police and protesters who halted the construction of a $900 million port belonging to Asia's richest man, Adani.

In southern India, over 80 individuals have been injured as a result of a clash between police and protesters who halted the construction of a $900 million port belonging to Asia's richest man, Adani. the protesters forced workers to stop working at the Vizhinjam seaport. In the recent clashes, hundreds of angry protesters stormed a police station with lethal weapons, damaging official vehicles, the police documents claim. The construction has been halted for over three months after the villagers blocked the entrance for construction vehicles claiming that the activities are causing harm to their livelihoods, Reuters reported. Also read | IRCTC cancels 147 trains today, check complete list, how to get refund, and cancellation charges Last week, police detained several protesters who were blocking the way. This prompted protesters for attacking the police station. A senior police official claimed that 36 police officials have been severely wounded in this clash. The protest has continued in the area despite repeated orders from Kerala's High Court to allow construction dismissing all claims by the protesters. Also read | India gets its first private rocket launchpad and mission control centre Till now, Adnani Group has not addressed the situation officially but claims that the port complies with all laws and cited claims. The state government stated that any erosion that occurred happened due to natural causes. The protest has brought worries for Asia's richest man Gautam Adani. Similar protests against the Adnani Group have occurred in Australia over his Carmichael coal mine. The activists there were concerned over carbon emissions and possible damage to the Great Barrier Reef forcing the group to halt its construction and delaying the project by six years. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

India: Hundreds of protesters clash with police over Adani's port project, 80 injured

In what can be regarded as a great leap for the Indian space sector, a private firm has inaugurated its own rocket launch pad and mission control centre. This latest development from Chennai-based rocket company Agnikul Cosmos will enable them to launch their own rockets into space. This private facility, also India’s first such, is located within India’s existing and lone spaceport, the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota.&nbsp;

The new facility has been inaugurated on Monday, by the Chairman, of ISRO, Dr S. Somanath, senior officials from ISRO and the Agnikul team. It has been designed by Agnikul and executed with support from IN-SPACe (the government entity which supports and promotes private space firms in India). This facility comprises two sections - Agnikul Launchpad (ALP) and Agnikul Mission Control Centre(AMCC).&nbsp;

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According to Agnikul, all critical systems connecting these two sections - which are 4 km away from each other are redundant to ensure 100 per cent&nbsp;operationality during the countdown. The Launchpad is built specifically keeping in mind the ability to support liquid-stage controlled launches, while also addressing the need for ISRO’s range operations team to monitor key flight safety parameters during launches. Additionally, it has the ability to, as necessary share data and other critical information with ISRO’s mission control centre.&nbsp;

Agnikul’s first launch will be a controlled &amp; guided mission having a vertical launch and&nbsp;will happen from this launchpad. The mission would be a technology demonstrator that will mirror Agnikul’s orbital launch but at a reduced scale. The company's&nbsp;Agnibaan rocket is a highly customisable, 2-stage launch vehicle, capable of taking up to 100 kg payload to orbits around 700 km high (low Earth orbits) and&nbsp;enables plug-and-play configuration. Agnilet is the world's first single-piece 3D printed engine fully designed and manufactured in India and was successfully test-fired in early 2021 &amp; became the first company in the country to test its engines at ISRO.

Speaking at the inauguration event,&nbsp;Secretary, Dept. of Space and Chairman, ISRO, Dr S Somanath&nbsp;said "The first exclusive launch pad for a private launch vehicle has come up at Satish Dhawan Space Center (SDSC). Now India can travel to space from one more space platform. Thanks to Agnikul."

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Commenting about their new facility,&nbsp;Srinath Ravichandran, Co-founder &amp; CEO, Agnikul&nbsp;said, "The ability to launch from our own launchpad while still working with ISRO’s launch operations teams is a privilege that we have been granted by ISRO &amp; IN-SPACe and I am deeply grateful to them for the same. It is dream come true for all of us at Agnikul to launch our vehicles from a facility we have designed and built ourselves."

Over the last 60 years, the most sophisticated aspects of India’s space programme (such as building and launching rockets, satellites, and operating support facilities) have been the monopoly of India’s Government-run space agency. However, the space sector reforms rolled out by the Indian Government in 2020, permitted private companies to delve into this niche sector and carry out business activities.&nbsp;

In line with this, India has witnessed a multiplication of start-ups in the space sector, recently India’s first privately built rocket was launched into the upper atmosphere, and satellites built by Indian firms were launched on India’s workhorse PSLV rocket (built and operated by the Government-run space agency).&nbsp;

The announcement from Agnikul takes this further, as it would be the fifth operational rocket Launchpad in India. ISRO operates two main launchpads in Sriharikota meant for its large orbital rockets and has a Sounding rocket complex for its smaller &amp; sub-orbital rockets. ISRO’s lead facility in Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram also has a Launchpad for small-sounding (sub-orbital) rockets.&nbsp;In addition to this, the Indian Government is building another spaceport for small orbital rockets, closer to the tip of the Indian peninsula, at Kulasekarapattinam in Tamil Nadu.

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In what can be regarded as a great leap for the Indian space sector, a private firm has inaugurated its own rocket launch pad and mission control centre. This latest development from Chennai-based rocket company Agnikul Cosmos will enable them to launch their own rockets into space.

In what can be regarded as a great leap for the Indian space sector, a private firm has inaugurated its own rocket launch pad and mission control centre. This latest development from Chennai-based rocket company Agnikul Cosmos will enable them to launch their own rockets into space. This private facility, also India’s first such, is located within India’s existing and lone spaceport, the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota. The new facility has been inaugurated on Monday, by the Chairman, of ISRO, Dr S. Somanath, senior officials from ISRO and the Agnikul team. It has been designed by Agnikul and executed with support from IN-SPACe (the government entity which supports and promotes private space firms in India). This facility comprises two sections - Agnikul Launchpad (ALP) and Agnikul Mission Control Centre(AMCC). Also read | ISRO conducts 200th consecutive launch of 'RH-200' sounding rocket; here's all you need to know According to Agnikul, all critical systems connecting these two sections - which are 4 km away from each other are redundant to ensure 100 per cent operationality during the countdown. The Launchpad is built specifically keeping in mind the ability to support liquid-stage controlled launches, while also addressing the need for ISRO’s range operations team to monitor key flight safety parameters during launches. Additionally, it has the ability to, as necessary share data and other critical information with ISRO’s mission control centre. Agnikul’s first launch will be a controlled & guided mission having a vertical launch and will happen from this launchpad. The mission would be a technology demonstrator that will mirror Agnikul’s orbital launch but at a reduced scale. The company's Agnibaan rocket is a highly customisable, 2-stage launch vehicle, capable of taking up to 100 kg payload to orbits around 700 km high (low Earth orbits) and enables plug-and-play configuration. Agnilet is the world's first single-piece 3D printed engine fully designed and manufactured in India and was successfully test-fired in early 2021 & became the first company in the country to test its engines at ISRO. Speaking at the inauguration event, Secretary, Dept. of Space and Chairman, ISRO, Dr S Somanath said "The first exclusive launch pad for a private launch vehicle has come up at Satish Dhawan Space Center (SDSC). Now India can travel to space from one more space platform. Thanks to Agnikul." Also read | ISRO tests parachute system that's meant to land Indian astronauts safely on water Commenting about their new facility, Srinath Ravichandran, Co-founder & CEO, Agnikul said, "The ability to launch from our own launchpad while still working with ISRO’s launch operations teams is a privilege that we have been granted by ISRO & IN-SPACe and I am deeply grateful to them for the same. It is dream come true for all of us at Agnikul to launch our vehicles from a facility we have designed and built ourselves." Over the last 60 years, the most sophisticated aspects of India’s space programme (such as building and launching rockets, satellites, and operating support facilities) have been the monopoly of India’s Government-run space agency. However, the space sector reforms rolled out by the Indian Government in 2020, permitted private companies to delve into this niche sector and carry out business activities. In line with this, India has witnessed a multiplication of start-ups in the space sector, recently India’s first privately built rocket was launched into the upper atmosphere, and satellites built by Indian firms were launched on India’s workhorse PSLV rocket (built and operated by the Government-run space agency). The announcement from Agnikul takes this further, as it would be the fifth operational rocket Launchpad in India. ISRO operates two main launchpads in Sriharikota meant for its large orbital rockets and has a Sounding rocket complex for its smaller & sub-orbital rockets. ISRO’s lead facility in Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram also has a Launchpad for small-sounding (sub-orbital) rockets. In addition to this, the Indian Government is building another spaceport for small orbital rockets, closer to the tip of the Indian peninsula, at Kulasekarapattinam in Tamil Nadu. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Following reports that phone numbers of nearly 500 million WhatsApp users are up for sale on the Dark web, the company has denied that any of its data has been leaked.&nbsp;WhatsApp has nearly two&nbsp;billion users out of which data of 487 million users is up for sale from 84 countries including the US, UK, Turkey, and France, as per a report by&nbsp;Cybernews.

"The claim written on Cybernews is based on unsubstantiated screenshots. There is no evidence of a ‘data leak’ from WhatsApp,"&nbsp;a WhatsApp spokesperson told WION.

"The purported list is a set of phone numbers, and not WhatsApp user information," it said.

Cybernews' report sparked a debate over whether the platform's encrypted messages and modern security forum are safe.&nbsp;There is still no clarity about how the hacker obtained the numbers he claims to possess.&nbsp;&nbsp;

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In its report, it further mentioned that the leaked data is of active users.&nbsp;

The seller posted that the phone numbers of 32 million users from the US, 11 million from the UK, 10 million users from Russia, and six million users from India who are registered are at risk.

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The report further mentions that the US dataset costs around $7,000 and the UK costs $2,500. Cybernews further claimed that they contacted the hacker to know if it was true. The hacker then provided numbers of over 1,000 users from the UK as proof, NDTV reported.&nbsp;

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This is not the first time the data of the Meta-owned platform has been leaked. A similar instance happened last year when data of 500 million Facebook users got leaked including India.&nbsp;

This is a matter of concern as the listed phone numbers listed could fall prey to spamming, phishing, and even major criminal activities.&nbsp;

WhatsApp users need to be careful. Do not respond to an unknown number or messages. This is because hackers might use information through smishing and vishing. Smishing and vishing mean that the hackers will use fraudulent links through a text or voicemail. Clicking on these links or responding to them might lead users to lose critical data or their money.&nbsp;

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Following reports that phone numbers of nearly 500 million WhatsApp users are up for sale on the Dark web, the company has denied that any of its data has been leaked.

Following reports that phone numbers of nearly 500 million WhatsApp users are up for sale on the Dark web, the company has denied that any of its data has been leaked. WhatsApp has nearly two billion users out of which data of 487 million users is up for sale from 84 countries including the US, UK, Turkey, and France, as per a report by Cybernews. "The claim written on Cybernews is based on unsubstantiated screenshots. There is no evidence of a ‘data leak’ from WhatsApp," a WhatsApp spokesperson told WION. "The purported list is a set of phone numbers, and not WhatsApp user information," it said. Cybernews' report sparked a debate over whether the platform's encrypted messages and modern security forum are safe. There is still no clarity about how the hacker obtained the numbers he claims to possess. Also read | WhatsApp may soon let users share voice notes as status updates In its report, it further mentioned that the leaked data is of active users. The seller posted that the phone numbers of 32 million users from the US, 11 million from the UK, 10 million users from Russia, and six million users from India who are registered are at risk. × The report further mentions that the US dataset costs around $7,000 and the UK costs $2,500. Cybernews further claimed that they contacted the hacker to know if it was true. The hacker then provided numbers of over 1,000 users from the UK as proof, NDTV reported. Also read | Meta announces departure of India policy chief Rajiv Aggarwal, Whatsapp India head Abhijit Bose This is not the first time the data of the Meta-owned platform has been leaked. A similar instance happened last year when data of 500 million Facebook users got leaked including India. This is a matter of concern as the listed phone numbers listed could fall prey to spamming, phishing, and even major criminal activities. WhatsApp users need to be careful. Do not respond to an unknown number or messages. This is because hackers might use information through smishing and vishing. Smishing and vishing mean that the hackers will use fraudulent links through a text or voicemail. Clicking on these links or responding to them might lead users to lose critical data or their money. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

WhatsApp says all reports of a ‘data leak' are based on 'unsubstantiated' screenshots

China is one nation which has had territorial disputes with almost all its neighbours. China’s conflicts with world powers and high-ambitions in the Indo-Pacific have been a cause of concern for most leaders across the world. But, as China strives for world-domination...the irony is that all its conflicts, efforts and investments are going in India’s favour. A report by Shivan Chanana.

How China’s threats, conflicts and ambitions are accelerating India’s growth instead

The South Korean government and the&nbsp;Crago Truckers Solidarity Union (CSTU)&nbsp; have failed to reach a settlement in their first talk held on Monday (Nov 28).&nbsp;

The CSTU&nbsp;in its statement said that "The transport ministry's position today was that&nbsp;'There is nothing the ministry can answer.'" The union further added that the government withdrew its steps towards issuing an&nbsp;"anti-constitutional" 'work start order.'

The next round of talks is scheduled for Wednesday (Nov 30).

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The strikers have been protesting for five days leading to several losses in the supply chain, especially at construction sites.

The government is estimated to bear&nbsp;a loss of nearly $224 million or (300 billion won) daily due to a broken chain of supply of cement and gas supplies, Reuters reported.

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The transport ministry stated that the steel industry including POSCO and Hyundai Steel saw their shipments down to 22,000 tonnes from 46,000 tonnes on Sunday (Nov 27).&nbsp;This is the second nationwide strike conducted in less than six months by thousands of truck workers demanding better paying and working conditions.

The talks were scheduled after the president warned the strikers to back off and if not then the govt will be forced to interfere. President Yoon Suk-yeol criticised the strikes as taking a "hostage" during an ongoing economic crisis.&nbsp;

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However, the president on Monday after talks said, "We need to establish a rule of law between labour and management."

These strikes are harming industrial activities in Asia's fourth-largest economy which is dependent on its exports.&nbsp;

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The South Korean government and the Crago Truckers Solidarity Union (CSTU) have failed to reach a settlement in their first talk held on Monday (Nov 28). The CSTU in its statement said that "The transport ministry's position today was that 'There is nothing the ministry can answer.

The South Korean government and the Crago Truckers Solidarity Union (CSTU) have failed to reach a settlement in their first talk held on Monday (Nov 28). The CSTU in its statement said that "The transport ministry's position today was that 'There is nothing the ministry can answer.'" The union further added that the government withdrew its steps towards issuing an "anti-constitutional" 'work start order.' The next round of talks is scheduled for Wednesday (Nov 30). Also read | South Korean President Yeol warns of government ‘intervention’ as truckers’ strike continues The strikers have been protesting for five days leading to several losses in the supply chain, especially at construction sites. The government is estimated to bear a loss of nearly $224 million or (300 billion won) daily due to a broken chain of supply of cement and gas supplies, Reuters reported. Watch | South Korea: About 25,000 truckers go on strike, conduct 16 rallies across country | WION The transport ministry stated that the steel industry including POSCO and Hyundai Steel saw their shipments down to 22,000 tonnes from 46,000 tonnes on Sunday (Nov 27). This is the second nationwide strike conducted in less than six months by thousands of truck workers demanding better paying and working conditions. The talks were scheduled after the president warned the strikers to back off and if not then the govt will be forced to interfere. President Yoon Suk-yeol criticised the strikes as taking a "hostage" during an ongoing economic crisis. Also read | South Korea: In a first, self-driving bus trial begins in Seoul However, the president on Monday after talks said, "We need to establish a rule of law between labour and management." These strikes are harming industrial activities in Asia's fourth-largest economy which is dependent on its exports. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

South Korea: Transport ministry and striking truckers' union fail to reach settlement in first talks

Iran's football federation on Sunday lodged a complaint to FIFA after US Soccer Federation (USSF) posted a modified Iranian flag in one of its social media posts.

Iran's football federation on Sunday lodged a complaint to FIFA after US Soccer Federation (USSF) posted a modified Iranian flag in one of its social media posts. According to state news agency IRNA, the word “Allah” was removed from the Islamic Republic’s flag. “In an unprofessional act, the Instagram page of the US football federation removed the Allah symbol from the Iranian flag," said the Iranian football federation. The now-deleted post showed the Group B table in which USA and Iran have been drawn together. The post carried the correct flags of all countries in the group, barring Iran whose flag's green, white and red colours were present without the emblem of the Islamic Republic. When quizzed if it was done on purpose, US soccer media officer Michael Kammarman said it was done to show "support for the women in Iran fighting for basic human rights". Read more; FIFA World Cup: Iran team in trouble, may face arrest for not singing national anthem vs England Meanwhile, the US players said they were not aware of any post of such nature. "We didn't know anything about the posts but we are supporters of women's rights, we always have been," said US defender Walker Zimmerman, before adding, "We're focused a lot on Tuesday and the sporting side as well but at the same time we're firm believers in women's rights and support them." The death of 22-year-old Kurdish woman Mahsa Amini in September at the hands of Iran's morality police has triggered a nationwide protest. Women, students, children and even men are demanding more freedom from the Iranian authorities. WATCH | Iran: Protests continue over Mahsa Amini's death; over 300 protesters killed till now × As a sign of protest, the Iranian football team in its opening match of the ongoing FIFA World Cup in Qatar did not sing the national anthem, attracting attention from across the globe. However, after arrest threats were issued, the team sang the national anthem in the second match. US and Iran are all set to lock horns on Tuesday in what is being billed as a big-ticket encounter due to the cold relations between the two countries. The controversy surrounding the flag is only expected to add to the fire. Read more: FIFA World Cup 2022: After arrest threat, Iran players sing national anthem during Wales clash (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Iran fumes after US soccer body modifies Iranian flag to show support for protesters

Germany and Spain locked horns in a Group E encounter on Sunday which ended all square after a pulsating 90 minutes. While the game was devoid of any controversy, the sidelines gave rise to another topic point after Qatari fans clapped back at the German football team and federation for its hypocrisy and woke gestures.&nbsp;

The Qatari fans in the stands hit back at Germany by holding photos of former German international Mesut&nbsp;Özil. The photos were in a response to&nbsp;the German football team&nbsp;covering their mouths during the match against Japan in protest over the ban of ‘One love armbands’ by FIFA.&nbsp;

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The Qatari fans were reminding the Deutsch football team that it never stood for its own player who was made a scapegoat for the teams'&nbsp;insipid show at the 2018 event in Russia. Germany suffered a group-stage exit at the tournament but it was&nbsp;Özil who was targetted for the setback.

Both&nbsp;Özil&nbsp;and his teammate&nbsp;Ilkay Gündogan had posed for a photograph with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan before the start of the 2018 WC. Afterwards,&nbsp;Özil became the centre of controversy as the German media, public and the federation hounded him.

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Özil quit the German national team following the tournament&nbsp;citing 'racism' and 'disrespect' as the reason.&nbsp;"I am German when we win, but I am an immigrant when we lose,"&nbsp;Özil said famously, at the time.&nbsp;

"When high-ranking DFB officials treat me as they did, disrespect my Turkish roots and selfishly turn me into political propaganda, then enough is enough," said&nbsp;Özil in a statement at the time.&nbsp;

"This is not why I play football, and I will not sit back and do nothing about it. Racism should never, ever be accepted," he added.&nbsp;

At the time, the former Arsenal player was advised by&nbsp;the upper hierarchy of German football to not mix politics with the game. However, the same federation is now willing to break the rules set by FIFA and the host country to further its agenda.&nbsp;

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After German players covered their mouths during the photo, the German FA released a statement saying,&nbsp;“We wanted to use our captain’s armband to take a stand for values that we hold in the Germany national team: diversity and mutual respect.”

“Together with other nations, we wanted our voice to be heard. It wasn’t about making a political statement – human rights are non-negotiable. That should be taken for granted, but it still isn’t the case. That’s why this message is so important to us. Denying us the armband is the same as denying us a voice. We stand by our position,” it added.&nbsp;

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Germany and Spain locked horns in a Group E encounter on Sunday which ended all square after a pulsating 90 minutes. While the game was devoid of any controversy, the sidelines gave rise to another topic point after Qatari fans clapped back at the German football team and federation for its hypocrisy and woke gestures.

Germany and Spain locked horns in a Group E encounter on Sunday which ended all square after a pulsating 90 minutes. While the game was devoid of any controversy, the sidelines gave rise to another topic point after Qatari fans clapped back at the German football team and federation for its hypocrisy and woke gestures. The Qatari fans in the stands hit back at Germany by holding photos of former German international Mesut Özil. The photos were in a response to the German football team covering their mouths during the match against Japan in protest over the ban of ‘One love armbands’ by FIFA. Qatar hit back in style 👏👏👏 pic.twitter.com/zTsNzV2Agd — Mo (@SalaHolic_11) November 27, 2022 × The Qatari fans were reminding the Deutsch football team that it never stood for its own player who was made a scapegoat for the teams' insipid show at the 2018 event in Russia. Germany suffered a group-stage exit at the tournament but it was Özil who was targetted for the setback. Both Özil and his teammate Ilkay Gündogan had posed for a photograph with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan before the start of the 2018 WC. Afterwards, Özil became the centre of controversy as the German media, public and the federation hounded him. Read more: Mesut Ozil in Arsenal: Guilty for speaking out or not the same footballer anymore? Özil quit the German national team following the tournament citing 'racism' and 'disrespect' as the reason. "I am German when we win, but I am an immigrant when we lose," Özil said famously, at the time. "When high-ranking DFB officials treat me as they did, disrespect my Turkish roots and selfishly turn me into political propaganda, then enough is enough," said Özil in a statement at the time. "This is not why I play football, and I will not sit back and do nothing about it. Racism should never, ever be accepted," he added. At the time, the former Arsenal player was advised by the upper hierarchy of German football to not mix politics with the game. However, the same federation is now willing to break the rules set by FIFA and the host country to further its agenda. Read more: Germany players cover mouth in protest over ‘One love armbands' ban by FIFA After German players covered their mouths during the photo, the German FA released a statement saying, “We wanted to use our captain’s armband to take a stand for values that we hold in the Germany national team: diversity and mutual respect.” “Together with other nations, we wanted our voice to be heard. It wasn’t about making a political statement – human rights are non-negotiable. That should be taken for granted, but it still isn’t the case. That’s why this message is so important to us. Denying us the armband is the same as denying us a voice. We stand by our position,” it added. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

FIFA World Cup 2022: Qatari fans clap back at Germany by recalling Mesut Özil

Former Prime Minister of Pakistan Imran Khan is all set to rejoin his long march to Rawalpindi on Saturday. Khan has called on his supporters to join him for the climax of his protest movement which will conclude in Islamabad. The PTI Chief said that he is determined to finish the march despite being injured.

Imran: Will not be part of this system, we will quit all assemblies | Pakistan

The heavy rains triggered landslides in Southern Italian Holiday Island of Ischia. At least about 10 people at this point of time are said to be missing and a woman has also been reported to be dead.

Italy: Holiday island Ischia hit by landslide, engulfs buildings during heavy rain

The Russian and Ukrainian citizens took to the streets of the Georgian capital on Saturday. the protest March was to mark the nine months of what Moscow calls a special military operation in Ukraine. The protesters were in fact seen holding posters condemning the Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Georgians calling for an end to Russia's invasion of Ukraine, hold protest in solidarity

This week in World at War with Mohammed Saleh: Russia deploys General Winter against Ukraine's General logistics sent by West Violence escalates between Israel & Palestine after twin bombings & deadly gun terror rears its head again in United States Mohammed Saleh gets you an indepth report of the World's biggest warzones of the week in World At War.

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Belarus' Foreign Minister Vladimir Makai has died at the age of 64. The demise was announced by the State News Agency. Makai had held his post since 2012 and no cause of his death has been given.

Belarus: Foreign Minister Vladimir Makai passes away, cause of death remains unclear

Elon Musk shared on Saturday that he may launch his own smartphone if Apple and Google decide to remove the Twitter app from their app stores. Since Twitter is reportedly facing close scrutiny by both Apple and Google app stores, there were concerns that the micro-blogging platform may be removed from their app stores.&nbsp;Musk was replying to right-wing podcaster Liz Wheeler’s suggestion that he should create a new phone if the tech giants boot Twitter from their app stores. 
 
Wheeler said the endeavour would not be a challenge for a man who builds rockets to Mars, and added that “half the country would happily ditch the biased, snooping iPhone &amp; Android” and purchase instead the “tELONphone” a term she coined for the device.

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It all started when Wheeler tweeted, "If Apple &amp; Google boot Twitter from their app stores, @elonmusk should produce his own smartphone. Half the country would happily ditch the biased, snooping iPhone &amp; Android. The man builds rockets to Mars, a silly little smartphone should be easy, right?" 
 
Musk replied: "I certainly hope it does not come to that, but, yes, if there is no other choice, I will make an alternative phone."

To Musk's response, many users said that regardless of this he should make his smartphones. One user said, "Raise your hand if you think @elonmusk should make an alternative phone regardless."

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Meanwhile, Musk also plans to soon introduce encryption services for messages, videos and&nbsp;voice calls.&nbsp;

The Verge cited Musk presented a presentation titled "Twitter-2.0" to the employees at San Fransico's headquarters and told them that the company would encrypt DMs, and voice and video calls between users over privacy concerns.

He also tweeted some slides from his presentation about advertisement and content moderation.

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He said, "We want to enable users to be able to communicate without being concerned about their privacy, [or] without being concerned about a data breach at Twitter causing all of their DMs to hit the web, or think that maybe someone at Twitter could be spying on their DMs."&nbsp;

He further mentioned what happened in 2018, when DMs of businesses and users were accessed by outsiders. "It should be the case that I can’t look at anyone’s DMs if somebody has put a gun to my head," he told employees saying that encryption is the main priority for his "Twitter 2.0 vision."

Adding to this, Musk said that they will enable voice and video chats so that users don't have to share their numbers.&nbsp;

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Elon Musk shared on Saturday that he may launch his own smartphone if Apple and Google decide to remove the Twitter app from their app stores. Since Twitter is reportedly facing close scrutiny by both Apple and Google app stores, there were concerns that the micro-blogging platform may be removed from their app stores.

Elon Musk shared on Saturday that he may launch his own smartphone if Apple and Google decide to remove the Twitter app from their app stores. Since Twitter is reportedly facing close scrutiny by both Apple and Google app stores, there were concerns that the micro-blogging platform may be removed from their app stores. Musk was replying to right-wing podcaster Liz Wheeler’s suggestion that he should create a new phone if the tech giants boot Twitter from their app stores. Wheeler said the endeavour would not be a challenge for a man who builds rockets to Mars, and added that “half the country would happily ditch the biased, snooping iPhone & Android” and purchase instead the “tELONphone” a term she coined for the device. Also read | ‘Grave mistake’: Musk speaks about Twitter’s ban on Trump; will support DeSantis in 2024 presidential election It all started when Wheeler tweeted, "If Apple & Google boot Twitter from their app stores, @elonmusk should produce his own smartphone. Half the country would happily ditch the biased, snooping iPhone & Android. The man builds rockets to Mars, a silly little smartphone should be easy, right?" Musk replied: "I certainly hope it does not come to that, but, yes, if there is no other choice, I will make an alternative phone." To Musk's response, many users said that regardless of this he should make his smartphones. One user said, "Raise your hand if you think @elonmusk should make an alternative phone regardless." Imagine a smartphone without all the spy and tracking features, and that stands up for free speech. The demand would be huge. Take the extra step to not build it with Chinese slave labor, and Apple would be done. — Joshua Philipp (@JoshJPhilipp) November 26, 2022 × Probably should do it anyway. Spite is a powerful tool. In a couple months I will be receiving my graduate degree from Georgetown University, where I was denied entry for my undergraduate school about 15 years ago. And I will have paid $0 for it. In the end, I won. Always do. — Ryan M. Spaeder (@theaceofspaeder) November 25, 2022 × Watch | Twitter Blue Tick Relaunched: Elon Musk plans to roll out gold and grey ticks next Friday Meanwhile, Musk also plans to soon introduce encryption services for messages, videos and voice calls. The Verge cited Musk presented a presentation titled "Twitter-2.0" to the employees at San Fransico's headquarters and told them that the company would encrypt DMs, and voice and video calls between users over privacy concerns. He also tweeted some slides from his presentation about advertisement and content moderation. Also read | Coming soon, gold, grey and blue checks on Twitter, Musk to launch ‘verified’ feature next week Slides from my Twitter company talk pic.twitter.com/8LLXrwylta — Elon Musk (@elonmusk) November 27, 2022 × He said, "We want to enable users to be able to communicate without being concerned about their privacy, [or] without being concerned about a data breach at Twitter causing all of their DMs to hit the web, or think that maybe someone at Twitter could be spying on their DMs." He further mentioned what happened in 2018, when DMs of businesses and users were accessed by outsiders. "It should be the case that I can’t look at anyone’s DMs if somebody has put a gun to my head," he told employees saying that encryption is the main priority for his "Twitter 2.0 vision." Adding to this, Musk said that they will enable voice and video chats so that users don't have to share their numbers. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Musk may launch smartphone if Apple and Google remove Twitter from app stores, shares ‘Twitter 2.0’ vision

An eight-year-old boy in China was forced to watch television all night long. It was a punishment given by his parents for not completing the tasks given by them.

China: Eight-year-old boy forced to watch television all night as punishment

The war in Ukraine has now lasted for almost 10 months. The Western allies remember before the beginning of the war simply had not anticipated the scale of this conflict but today it is the primary cause of domestic and international wars.

US, NATO scramble to supply arms to Ukraine, the west tries to refill emptied arsenals

The British government interestingly is changing the date of birth of child asylum seekers to classify them as adults now. Many children have been wrongly sent to a notorious manston camp in Kent and have been detained in what have been described as unsafe conditions.

UK: Home office alters age of children seeking asylum, minors detained in unsafe conditions

Thousands of Imran Khan's supporters gathered in the city of Rawalpindi on Saturday as the former Pakistan Prime Minister called off his month-long 'Azadi March'. In his first public appearance after surviving in an assassination bid, Imran Khan in another surprising move said that his party will quit all the assemblies.

Pakistan: Imran calls off Azadi March, what next? Assembly resignations, Imran's bluff?

The Pakistan's outgoing Army Chief General Bajwa has been accused of amassing assets worth about 56.6 million dollars during his six year long tenure and this information has of course been circulated a lot via the social media platforms.

Pakistan: General Bajwa accused of amassing assets worth $56.6 million

Do you regret your college degree? 44% of job-seekers do. 87% of journalism degree holders say they will pick another major if given a second chance. Computer science graduates are the happiest and highest-paid. Molly Gambhir brings you the details of a fascinating survey.

Gravitas Plus: Do you regret your college degree and your choice of subject? Watch this.

Let us take a look at stories generating interest across WION's social media channels. In today's video we cover - Black Friday online sales reach record high despite soaring inflation in US in news.

Trending on WION: Black Friday online sales reach record high despite soaring inflation in US

Christmas preparations are ramping up across the globe. From one of the world's oldest amusement parks kicking all its festive season to the official Christmas tree arriving at the White House, there is plenty of holiday cheer to go around.

Europe puts up Christmas lights amid energy crisis, White House gets its tree

US falls short on weapons, will not divert exports from South Korea

China has sent out its message after ruling party's loss, Beijing said that the ruling Democratic Party loss showed that the public is standing for peace and stability in the island. China's Taiwan Affairs Officer stated that they will continue to work work with Taiwan's people to promote peace relations and firmly oppose Taiwan's independence.

WION Fineprint | Taiwan local elections: Tsai Ing-Wen faces local polls drubbing

Mahatma Gandhi’s ideals continue to inspire many across the world and Indonesia is one of the nations that is greatly inspired by the father of the Indian nation. Many Indonesian Presidents over the years have paid visits to the Gandhi Ashram in Bali.

Indonesia: Gandhi Ashram is run by Agus Indra Udayana, located in Bali’s Klungkung region

Canada has launched its new Indo-Pacific strategy. The long-awaited plan is a blueprint to deepen the ties within the fast growing region but the focus is on China at a time when bilateral tasks between the two nations are pretty frosty to say the least.

Canada: New strategy vows more resources to tackle China, to increase intelligence & cyber security

Bhutan's Information and Communication Minister Lyonpo Karma Donnen Wangdi speaks to WION on the launch of BhutanSat and thanks India on behalf of the Bhutanese government and people. Watch the video to know more.

Exclusive: Bhutan Minister of Information and Communications Lyonpo Karma D. Wangdi speaks to WION

Former Pak PM Imran Khan has called off his long march in Islamabad to avoid creating havoc in the country. In other news, the&nbsp;United States on Saturday eased some Venezuelan oil-related sanctions as company Chevron has been allowed to resume some activity in Venezuela. Meanwhile, China's NHC on Sunday said that the country recorded&nbsp;another high record of 39,791 cases on Nov 26. Finally, in sports, Lionel Messi and Enzo Fernandez scored as Argentina defeated Mexico 2-0 in a crucial game at the FIFA World Cup on Saturday at the Lusail Stadium.

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Khan made his announcement on Saturday (Nov 26) in his first public appearance since he was attacked. Khan-led nationwide march, which was supposed to be concluded in Islamabad, presented a high risk of escalating political unrest with an ongoing economic crisis.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/chevron-to-resume-limited-energy-production-in-venezuela-after-years-of-sanctions-537792">Chevron to resume 'limited' energy production in Venezuela after years of sanctions</a>

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The Treasury Department said it would allow Chevron to resume limited oil extraction operations in Venezuela. This comes after years of sanctions aimed at restricting oil and gas profits that have reportedly flowed to Maduro's government.&nbsp;

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Just a day earlier, 35,183 new cases had been detected. Out of these 3474 were symptomatic while 31,709 were asymptomatic.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/messis-magic-helps-argentina-beat-mexico-2-0-at-world-cup-537796">Messi's magic helps Argentina beat Mexico 2-0 at World Cup</a>

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In the first half, the game was 0-0, with both sides lacking a touch of composure. Argentina was Stunned 2-1 by Saudi Arabia in their opening match, they knew a win was absolutely necessary to keep the campaign alive.&nbsp;

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Former Pak PM Imran Khan has called off his long march in Islamabad to avoid creating havoc in the country. In other news, the United States on Saturday eased some Venezuelan oil-related sanctions as company Chevron has been allowed to resume some activity in Venezuela.

Former Pak PM Imran Khan has called off his long march in Islamabad to avoid creating havoc in the country. In other news, the United States on Saturday eased some Venezuelan oil-related sanctions as company Chevron has been allowed to resume some activity in Venezuela. Meanwhile, China's NHC on Sunday said that the country recorded another high record of 39,791 cases on Nov 26. Finally, in sports, Lionel Messi and Enzo Fernandez scored as Argentina defeated Mexico 2-0 in a crucial game at the FIFA World Cup on Saturday at the Lusail Stadium. Click on the headlines to read more: 'Will not be part of this system': Former Pak PM Imran Khan calls off long march in Islamabad to avoid 'chaos' Khan made his announcement on Saturday (Nov 26) in his first public appearance since he was attacked. Khan-led nationwide march, which was supposed to be concluded in Islamabad, presented a high risk of escalating political unrest with an ongoing economic crisis. Chevron to resume 'limited' energy production in Venezuela after years of sanctions The Treasury Department said it would allow Chevron to resume limited oil extraction operations in Venezuela. This comes after years of sanctions aimed at restricting oil and gas profits that have reportedly flowed to Maduro's government. China sees fourth straight day of record number of Covid cases Just a day earlier, 35,183 new cases had been detected. Out of these 3474 were symptomatic while 31,709 were asymptomatic. Messi's magic helps Argentina beat Mexico 2-0 at World Cup In the first half, the game was 0-0, with both sides lacking a touch of composure. Argentina was Stunned 2-1 by Saudi Arabia in their opening match, they knew a win was absolutely necessary to keep the campaign alive. Watch | Kim Jong-un's nuclear ambitions: Plans to posses 'World's most powerful Nuclear force'

Morning news brief: Imran Khan calls off his march in Islamabad, China reports over 35,000 Covid cases & more

Next month, thousands of nursing staff across Britain will go on strike for the first time in the 106-year history of the UK's nurses union.&nbsp;The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) union said that staff in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland will go on strike on December 15 and 20. Nursing staff from Scotland will reportedly not participate.&nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;UK inflation rises to 41-year high at 11.1%; food, energy prices soar

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As per Reuters, the National Health Service (NHS) nurses' walkouts are the first in what could be a series of walkouts after the government rejected a proposal for negotiations to address demands for pay increases of five&nbsp;per cent over inflation.

"Nursing staff have had enough of being taken for granted, enough of low pay and unsafe staffing levels, enough of not being able to give our patients the care they deserve," said Royal College of Nursing (RCN) General Secretary Pat Cullen.

This will be the most recent strike in Britain. This year, numerous public and private sector employees—from lawyers to ground crew at airports—have also held protests.

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Workers across a range of industries in the UK have been demanding pay increases to keep up with rising prices due to decades-high inflation and a cost-of-living problem.

The nurses' strike as per AFP comes amid the first in a series of two-day walkouts by railroad workers and more stoppages by postal workers in the run-up to Christmas.

Steve Barclay, the UK's health minister, shared concern over the strikes and expressed his great gratitude for the "hard work and dedication" of nurses. He said that the NHS has "tried and tested plans" to minimise disruption and guarantee emergency services are maintained.

Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-high-inflation-casts-shadow-on-fastest-rise-in-wages-in-20-years-534384">UK: High inflation casts shadow on fastest rise in wages in 20 years</a>

According to the government, it has approved independent pay proposals and will provide at least £1,400 ($1,590) raise&nbsp;to almost one million NHS workers this year.

"These are challenging times for everyone and the economic circumstances mean the RCN's demands, which on current figures are a 19.2 per cent pay rise, costing £10 billion a year, are not affordable," he said.

In September, NHS said that nurses were skipping meals in order to clothe and feed their children and struggled to pay for growing transportation costs.

Due to rising energy and food prices, British inflation has been on the rise and hit a 41-year high of 11.1 per cent in October. &nbsp;

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Next month, thousands of nursing staff across Britain will go on strike for the first time in the 106-year history of the UK's nurses union. The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) union said that staff in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland will go on strike on December 15 and 20.

Next month, thousands of nursing staff across Britain will go on strike for the first time in the 106-year history of the UK's nurses union. The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) union said that staff in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland will go on strike on December 15 and 20. Nursing staff from Scotland will reportedly not participate. Watch | UK inflation rises to 41-year high at 11.1%; food, energy prices soar As per Reuters, the National Health Service (NHS) nurses' walkouts are the first in what could be a series of walkouts after the government rejected a proposal for negotiations to address demands for pay increases of five per cent over inflation. "Nursing staff have had enough of being taken for granted, enough of low pay and unsafe staffing levels, enough of not being able to give our patients the care they deserve," said Royal College of Nursing (RCN) General Secretary Pat Cullen. This will be the most recent strike in Britain. This year, numerous public and private sector employees—from lawyers to ground crew at airports—have also held protests. Also read | UK inflation soars to 41-year high before Jeremy Hunt's autumn statement Workers across a range of industries in the UK have been demanding pay increases to keep up with rising prices due to decades-high inflation and a cost-of-living problem. The nurses' strike as per AFP comes amid the first in a series of two-day walkouts by railroad workers and more stoppages by postal workers in the run-up to Christmas. Steve Barclay, the UK's health minister, shared concern over the strikes and expressed his great gratitude for the "hard work and dedication" of nurses. He said that the NHS has "tried and tested plans" to minimise disruption and guarantee emergency services are maintained. Also read | UK: High inflation casts shadow on fastest rise in wages in 20 years According to the government, it has approved independent pay proposals and will provide at least £1,400 ($1,590) raise to almost one million NHS workers this year. "These are challenging times for everyone and the economic circumstances mean the RCN's demands, which on current figures are a 19.2 per cent pay rise, costing £10 billion a year, are not affordable," he said. In September, NHS said that nurses were skipping meals in order to clothe and feed their children and struggled to pay for growing transportation costs. Due to rising energy and food prices, British inflation has been on the rise and hit a 41-year high of 11.1 per cent in October. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Uganda's president has extended a six-week lockdown on two districts at the epicentre of an Ebola outbreak in the nation.&nbsp;Describing the situation as "still fragile", President Yoweri Museveni extended a lockdown on the two central districts of Mubende and Kassandra by 21 days.&nbsp;

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In a speech to the nation, Museveni said&nbsp;"If we open now and a case appears, we will have destroyed all the gains made in this war" adding, "I therefore appeal for calm and understanding. Our health workers will continue to do all it takes to save lives and bring the epidemic to an end."

The outbreak as per AFP was declared on September 20 and since then Ebola has spread across Uganda and has even spread to the capital Kampala. However, health authorities this week said that the number of cases was falling.

Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uganda-ebola-epidemic-death-toll-climbs-to-44-says-who-527043">Uganda Ebola epidemic death toll climbs to 44, says WHO</a>

According to the health minister, Jane Ruth Aceng, there are indications that Uganda is "winning" the battle since the number of new cases being reported is falling.

Museveni also said that while it was still too soon to rejoice, "but overall I have been briefed that the picture is good."

The&nbsp;Uganda office of WHO said that as of November 22, no cases have been reported for nine days in Kampala, 10 days in Mubende, and&nbsp;12 days in Kassanda.

Mubende and Kassanda, were originally placed under a 21-day lockdown on October 15.

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The measures include closing markets, pubs, and churches, enforcing a dusk-to-dawn curfew, and a restriction on personal travel.&nbsp;

On November 5, it was extended by an additional 21 days.

The outbreak has to date claimed the lives of 55 people. A total of 141 cases have been reported since the beginning of the outbreak, said the country's health ministry on Friday.

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Uganda's president has extended a six-week lockdown on two districts at the epicentre of an Ebola outbreak in the nation. Describing the situation as "still fragile", President Yoweri Museveni extended a lockdown on the two central districts of Mubende and Kassandra by 21 days.

Uganda's president has extended a six-week lockdown on two districts at the epicentre of an Ebola outbreak in the nation. Describing the situation as "still fragile", President Yoweri Museveni extended a lockdown on the two central districts of Mubende and Kassandra by 21 days. Watch | World of Africa: Ebola outbreak in Uganda In a speech to the nation, Museveni said "If we open now and a case appears, we will have destroyed all the gains made in this war" adding, "I therefore appeal for calm and understanding. Our health workers will continue to do all it takes to save lives and bring the epidemic to an end." The outbreak as per AFP was declared on September 20 and since then Ebola has spread across Uganda and has even spread to the capital Kampala. However, health authorities this week said that the number of cases was falling. Also read | Uganda Ebola epidemic death toll climbs to 44, says WHO According to the health minister, Jane Ruth Aceng, there are indications that Uganda is "winning" the battle since the number of new cases being reported is falling. Museveni also said that while it was still too soon to rejoice, "but overall I have been briefed that the picture is good." The Uganda office of WHO said that as of November 22, no cases have been reported for nine days in Kampala, 10 days in Mubende, and 12 days in Kassanda. Mubende and Kassanda, were originally placed under a 21-day lockdown on October 15. Also read | Ebola outbreak: US sends experimental antibody and antiviral drug to Uganda The measures include closing markets, pubs, and churches, enforcing a dusk-to-dawn curfew, and a restriction on personal travel. On November 5, it was extended by an additional 21 days. The outbreak has to date claimed the lives of 55 people. A total of 141 cases have been reported since the beginning of the outbreak, said the country's health ministry on Friday. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's public support have slipped to a new low.&nbsp;A Kyodo news poll found that support for Kishida's government has dropped to 33.1 per cent from 37.6 per cent a month earlier, marking his lowest rating in polls conducted by the organisation since he took office in October 2021.

Even the $200 billion economic stimulus package meant to soothe inflationary woes brought on by the yen's plummet to 32-year lows failed to help Kishida's approval ratings.

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According to the survey released on Sunday, a slew of cabinet resignations has intensified resentment over the ruling party's affiliation with a controversial religious group.

Kishida's approval ratings have reportedly been falling ever since the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in July.&nbsp;The death according to Reuters exposed long-standing and close links between Japanese lawmakers from the ruling Liberal Democratic Party and the Unification Church, which some have called a cult.

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Scandals that have resulted in the resignation of three cabinet ministers since last month have made the issues faced by the government worse.

According to the recently conducted Kyodo survey, 62.4 per cent of respondents disapproved of Kishida's handling of the resignations of Ministers of Economic Revitalization Daishiro Yamagiwa, Minister of Justice Yasuhiro Hanashi, and Minister of Internal Affairs Minoru Terada.

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However, in response to the government's push to strengthen Japan's defence capabilities, 60.8 per cent of respondents said they would favour the nation gaining counterattack capabilities to strengthen deterrence, a move that is considered contentious under the pacifist constitution, while 35 per cent were against it.

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Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's public support have slipped to a new low. A Kyodo news poll found that support for Kishida's government has dropped to 33.

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida's public support have slipped to a new low. A Kyodo news poll found that support for Kishida's government has dropped to 33.1 per cent from 37.6 per cent a month earlier, marking his lowest rating in polls conducted by the organisation since he took office in October 2021. Even the $200 billion economic stimulus package meant to soothe inflationary woes brought on by the yen's plummet to 32-year lows failed to help Kishida's approval ratings. Watch | Japan: PM Kishida's approval ratings at a record low; Three cabinet ministers resign in a month According to the survey released on Sunday, a slew of cabinet resignations has intensified resentment over the ruling party's affiliation with a controversial religious group. Kishida's approval ratings have reportedly been falling ever since the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe in July. The death according to Reuters exposed long-standing and close links between Japanese lawmakers from the ruling Liberal Democratic Party and the Unification Church, which some have called a cult. Also read | Japan: Third cabinet minister resignation in a month puts pressure on PM Fumio Kishida Scandals that have resulted in the resignation of three cabinet ministers since last month have made the issues faced by the government worse. According to the recently conducted Kyodo survey, 62.4 per cent of respondents disapproved of Kishida's handling of the resignations of Ministers of Economic Revitalization Daishiro Yamagiwa, Minister of Justice Yasuhiro Hanashi, and Minister of Internal Affairs Minoru Terada. Also read | Japanese PM Fumio Kishida intends to sack Internal Affairs Minister Minoru Terada for funding scandals However, in response to the government's push to strengthen Japan's defence capabilities, 60.8 per cent of respondents said they would favour the nation gaining counterattack capabilities to strengthen deterrence, a move that is considered contentious under the pacifist constitution, while 35 per cent were against it. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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Pakistan's Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) has come out in defence of the outgoing Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa. The agency said that the allegations surrounding the army chief and his family members making the rounds on social media were "misleading".

A recent report by Pakistani investigative news website FactFocus claimed that Gen Bajwa and his family amassed assets worth 5.66 billion US dollars (12.7 billion Pakistani rupees) over the past six years of his term. This includes assets and businesses&nbsp;both within and outside Pakistan.

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The claims in the report were based on tax records and wealth statements of the Bajwa family.

Ishaq Dar, the finance minister, initiated an investigation shortly after the news was released and stated that the leak&nbsp;violated "the complete confidentiality of tax information that the law provides."

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However, the military's media wing ISPR&nbsp;said in its statement that the data presented in the report was exaggerated and based on assumptions, reported Dawn.&nbsp;

Calling the allegations "blatant lies and malice" the agency said that the report is totally untrue and that Gen Bajwa and his family regularly file their tax returns.&nbsp;"Like every citizen, the army chief and his family are answerable to the tax authorities for their assets."

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The agency said that the report gives a "false impression" that these assets were acquired by the outgoing army chief's 'samdhi' (his children's in-laws) during his six-year tenure.

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Pakistan's Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) has come out in defence of the outgoing Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa. The agency said that the allegations surrounding the army chief and his family members making the rounds on social media were "misleading".

Pakistan's Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR) has come out in defence of the outgoing Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Qamar Javed Bajwa. The agency said that the allegations surrounding the army chief and his family members making the rounds on social media were "misleading". A recent report by Pakistani investigative news website FactFocus claimed that Gen Bajwa and his family amassed assets worth 5.66 billion US dollars (12.7 billion Pakistani rupees) over the past six years of his term. This includes assets and businesses both within and outside Pakistan. Watch | Pakistan: Lt Gen Asim Munir appointed as new Army Chief, will succeed Gen Bajwa The claims in the report were based on tax records and wealth statements of the Bajwa family. Ishaq Dar, the finance minister, initiated an investigation shortly after the news was released and stated that the leak violated "the complete confidentiality of tax information that the law provides." Also read | Outgoing Pak army chief Bajwa faces online anger over ‘lies’, huge rise in family wealth during term However, the military's media wing ISPR said in its statement that the data presented in the report was exaggerated and based on assumptions, reported Dawn. Calling the allegations "blatant lies and malice" the agency said that the report is totally untrue and that Gen Bajwa and his family regularly file their tax returns. "Like every citizen, the army chief and his family are answerable to the tax authorities for their assets." Also read | Lt Gen Asim Munir, due to retire on Nov 27, named Pakistan’s new army chief The agency said that the report gives a "false impression" that these assets were acquired by the outgoing army chief's 'samdhi' (his children's in-laws) during his six-year tenure. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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