In an unprecedented vote early Wednesday morning, Israel’s cabinet approved an agreement to secure the release of roughly 50 hostages who were abducted into Gaza during the October 7 terror onslaught.

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The global economy is facing tremendous uncertainty from the war between Hamas and Israel in the Middle East, on top of the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. Those conflicts don’t just threaten the regions where they’re unfolding; they may also fray the weakening interconnectedness that remains among the world’s largest economies.

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Long before Canada accused India for its involvement in killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil, Indian agencies shared multiple set of documents with the Canadian side over Khalistani movement in their country.

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Authorities in Poland are exploring possibilities to extradite Nazi war veteran Yaroslav Hunka, who was recently honoured in the Canadian Parliament. Poland's education minister announced on Tuesday that he has "taken steps" for the extradition of the 98-year-old Hunka to Poland.

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NIA launched a massive crackdown against the designated Khalistani terrorists amid the India-Canada row. Watch the video to know more.

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In massive raids against a rumored global money laundering conspiracy, Singaporean investigators have recovered assets worth close to US$750 million, police announced on Wednesday. Ten foreign people from China, Turkey, Cambodia, Cyprus, and Vanuatu were detained by the police during the operation, which was conducted on Tuesday and targeted places throughout the city-state.

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<p>In a dramatic turn of events, Russian security services raided the residence of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the head of the Wagner mercenary group. Previously believed to be in exile in Belarus, Prigozhin's St. Petersburg Palace was discovered to harbour an assortment of peculiar items, including wigs.</p>

<h2><strong>A bizarre collection</strong></h2>

<p>During the raid, authorities uncovered a stunning array of possessions in Prigozhin's palace.</p>

<p>The cache included firearms, ammunition, gold bars, and even a stuffed alligator, accompanied by an assortment of hairpieces.</p>

<p>Notably, large piles of cash, estimated at 600 million roubles (approximately $6.7 million), were found scattered throughout the property.</p>

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<p>Adding to the intrigue was a sledgehammer bearing the inscription, "for use in important negotiations," which Reuters reports was allegedly employed by Wagner in videos depicting the fatal bludgeoning of traitors.</p>

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<h2 class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><strong>Extravagant facilities and suspicious artefacts</strong></h2>

<p>The lavish palace also boasted of several extravagant facilities. Among them were a personal helicopter, a private prayer room, a spa, a sauna area, an indoor swimming pool, and a fully equipped medical treatment room.</p>

<p>Additionally, authorities uncovered multiple passports belonging to Prigozhin, each bearing a different name.</p>

<h2><strong>Conflicting reports and mutiny aftermath</strong></h2>

<p>Following Prigozhin's alleged exile to Belarus, conflicting reports emerged regarding his whereabouts.</p>

<p>The pro-Kremlin newspaper Izvestia shared images and an FSB video of the raid, and later Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko claimed that Prigozhin was not in Belarus, suggesting he may be in St. Petersburg or Moscow instead.</p>

<p>Prigozhin himself has not been seen since the attempted armed rebellion by the Wagner group against the Russian military in&nbsp;June.</p>

<p>Although treason charges against Prigozhin and his fighters have been dropped, Russian state TV maintains that an ongoing investigation into the mutiny is underway.</p>

<h2><strong>Shaking confidence in Putin's regime</strong></h2>

<p>The mutiny and subsequent events have significantly undermined confidence in President Vladimir Putin's authoritarian regime.</p>

<p>Prigozhin's enduring popularity among Russian citizens, despite Putin's condemnation of the rebellion, adds to the gravity of the situation.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Payback time for Wagner? 'Offices raided in Syria', strikes hit Libyan airbase used by mercenaries</strong></p>

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<p>The failed coup represents the most significant threat to Putin's premiership since he assumed power over two decades ago. As the investigation continues, the nation watches with bated breath, questioning the stability of the Russian political landscape.</p>

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In a dramatic turn of events, Russian security services raided the residence of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the head of the Wagner mercenary group. Previously believed to be in exile in Belarus, Prigozhin's St.

In a dramatic turn of events, Russian security services raided the residence of Yevgeny Prigozhin, the head of the Wagner mercenary group. Previously believed to be in exile in Belarus, Prigozhin's St. Petersburg Palace was discovered to harbour an assortment of peculiar items, including wigs. A bizarre collection During the raid, authorities uncovered a stunning array of possessions in Prigozhin's palace. The cache included firearms, ammunition, gold bars, and even a stuffed alligator, accompanied by an assortment of hairpieces. Notably, large piles of cash, estimated at 600 million roubles (approximately $6.7 million), were found scattered throughout the property. Disclaimer: WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of photos and videos shared on social media. Prigozhin's St Petersburg home has been raided by Russian security services. They found wigs a sledgehammer, weapons, and gold bars, the value of which has not been calculated. Images and video were released by pro-Kremlin newspaper Izvestia. pic.twitter.com/ANRcuZrRU6 — Sviat Hnizdovskyi (@s_hnizdovskyi) July 6, 2023 × Adding to the intrigue was a sledgehammer bearing the inscription, "for use in important negotiations," which Reuters reports was allegedly employed by Wagner in videos depicting the fatal bludgeoning of traitors. Also read | Where is Wagner chief Prigozhin? Lukashenko says not in Belarus Extravagant facilities and suspicious artefacts The lavish palace also boasted of several extravagant facilities. Among them were a personal helicopter, a private prayer room, a spa, a sauna area, an indoor swimming pool, and a fully equipped medical treatment room. Additionally, authorities uncovered multiple passports belonging to Prigozhin, each bearing a different name. Conflicting reports and mutiny aftermath Following Prigozhin's alleged exile to Belarus, conflicting reports emerged regarding his whereabouts. The pro-Kremlin newspaper Izvestia shared images and an FSB video of the raid, and later Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko claimed that Prigozhin was not in Belarus, suggesting he may be in St. Petersburg or Moscow instead. Prigozhin himself has not been seen since the attempted armed rebellion by the Wagner group against the Russian military in June. Although treason charges against Prigozhin and his fighters have been dropped, Russian state TV maintains that an ongoing investigation into the mutiny is underway. Shaking confidence in Putin's regime The mutiny and subsequent events have significantly undermined confidence in President Vladimir Putin's authoritarian regime. Prigozhin's enduring popularity among Russian citizens, despite Putin's condemnation of the rebellion, adds to the gravity of the situation. Watch | Payback time for Wagner? 'Offices raided in Syria', strikes hit Libyan airbase used by mercenaries The failed coup represents the most significant threat to Putin's premiership since he assumed power over two decades ago. As the investigation continues, the nation watches with bated breath, questioning the stability of the Russian political landscape. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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Wigs, guns and gold bars: Russian security raids Wagner boss Prigozhin's St Petersburg palace

The largest military operation in 20 years was conducted by Israeli forces in Janine, West Bank. In a day of violence, at least nine Palestinians have died and numerous others have been hurt.

Israel launches 'biggest raid' in West Bank city

The French police searched the headquarters of the Paris 2024 Olympics organising committee on Tuesday as part of an investigation into alleged charges of embezzlement of public funds and favouritism.

French police raid Paris 2024 Olympics headquarters in corruption probe

The British Broadcasting Company (BBC) has come under scrutiny in India. As per the officials from the Central Board of Direct Taxes, the firm had allegedly evaded taxes in India. The BBC has also acknowledged that it may have paid lower taxes than its actual liability.

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Authorities raided at least 15 properties across Germany on Wednesday and seized assets in an investigation into the financing of protests by the Last Generation climate activist group.

Germany gets tough with climate activists

Brazilian police raided former President Jair Bolsonaro's home and arrested two personal aides as part of an investigation into falsified Covid-19 vaccination records.

Brazilian police raid ex-President Bolsonaro's home in Covid vaccine data probe

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) carried out raids at several locations across Kashmir Valley in connection with a militant conspiracy registered last year. NIA teams, along with the police and paramilitary forces, carried out raids in Srinagar, Pulwama, Kulgam, Anantnag and Shopian districts.

NIA raids multiple locations in Kashmir

Israeli forces raided a refugee camp in the west bank city of Jenin on Tuesday, killing at least six Palestinian gunmen. Those killed included a Hamas gunman, suspected of fatally shooting two Israelis near the village of Huwara. Witnesses said fighting broke out after residents saw Israeli soldiers getting out of a furniture truck near a house on a hill overlooking the centre of the sprawling camp. The fighters immediately opened fire. In the ensuing gun battle, Israeli forces surrounded a house where the suspected gunman had barricaded himself with other fighters. A statement from the Israeli military said the soldiers used shoulder-fired missiles against the building. The Hamas gunman's sons were arrested in a raid at the same time on the city of Nablus. The violence has caused increasing fears of a repeat of the intifadas, or uprisings of the 1980s and early 2000s.

Israeli Forces raid refugee camp in West Bank city of Jenin, Hamas gunman killed | Details

<p>The British Navy has seized anti-tank missiles and fins for ballistic missile assemblies during a raid on a small boat most likely heading from Iran to Yemen. The Iranian media has not immediately acknowledged the seizure.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the British defence ministry, the raid took place on February 23 after an American aircraft detected a small motorboat with cargo covered by a grey taro heading from Iran, with a helicopter from the Royal Navy frigate HMS Lancaster chasing the vessel as it ignored being hailed by video, the news agency AP reported on Thursday (March 2).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Inside the motorboat, British troops found Russian 9M133 Kornet anti-tank guided missiles, the US Navy's Mideast-based 5th Fleet and the British Navy said. The boat also had small fins which the US Navy identified as jet vanes for medium-range ballistic missiles, and impact sensor covers which go on the tip of those missiles.&nbsp;</p>

<p>While the British did not identify where they suspected the weapons to go, the US Navy described the seizure as happening “along a route historically used to traffic weapons unlawfully to Yemen.”</p>

<p>British Defence Secretary Ben Wallace said the seizure supported the country's "commitment to uphold international law and tackle an activity that threatens peace and security around the world.” On the other hand, the commander of the American 5th Fleet Vice Admiral Cooper said in a statement that this was the “seventh illegal weapon or drug interdiction in the last three months and yet another example of Iran’s increasing malign maritime activity across the region.”</p>

<p>A resolution from the United Nations bans arms transfer to Yemen’s Iranian-backed Houthi rebels. Iran for long has denied arming the rebels, despite numerous seizures and experts tying the weapons back to Tehran, the AP report added.&nbsp;</p>

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The British Navy has seized anti-tank missiles and fins for ballistic missile assemblies during a raid on a small boat most likely heading from Iran to Yemen. The Iranian media has not immediately acknowledged the seizure. According to the British defence ministry, the raid took place on February 23 after an American aircraft detected a small motorboat with cargo covered by a grey taro heading from Iran, with a helicopter from the Royal Navy frigate HMS Lancaster chasing the vessel as it ignored being hailed by video, the news agency AP reported on Thursday (March 2). Inside the motorboat, British troops found Russian 9M133 Kornet anti-tank guided missiles, the US Navy's Mideast-based 5th Fleet and the British Navy said. The boat also had small fins which the US Navy identified as jet vanes for medium-range ballistic missiles, and impact sensor covers which go on the tip of those missiles. While the British did not identify where they suspected the weapons to go, the US Navy described the seizure as happening “along a route historically used to traffic weapons unlawfully to Yemen.” British Defence Secretary Ben Wallace said the seizure supported the country's "commitment to uphold international law and tackle an activity that threatens peace and security around the world.” On the other hand, the commander of the American 5th Fleet Vice Admiral Cooper said in a statement that this was the “seventh illegal weapon or drug interdiction in the last three months and yet another example of Iran’s increasing malign maritime activity across the region.” A resolution from the United Nations bans arms transfer to Yemen’s Iranian-backed Houthi rebels. Iran for long has denied arming the rebels, despite numerous seizures and experts tying the weapons back to Tehran, the AP report added. (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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An Israeli military raid at an alleged militant hideout in West Bank left three people dead. Angry locals then clashed with Israeli troops, killing eight civilians and injuring over 100 people. Priyanka Sharma explains.

Gravitas: Israeli military raid in West Bank kills 11

<p>India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday (February 21) conducted&nbsp;raids across the country at more than 70 locations with connections to gangsters Lawrence Bishnoi, Neeraj Bawana and their aides. The raids were carried out in and around Delhi and in states like Rajasthan, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Chandigarh and Uttar Pradesh. The officials began the raids early on Tuesday and they were ongoing at the time of publishing of this story.</p>

<p>Lawrence Bishnoi was placed under arrest by the NIA on November 24, 2022 in connection with a case related to conspiracy hatched by terrorists, gangsters and drug smugglers` syndicate to create terror among the public.</p>

<p>His arrest was made when he was lodged in the Bhatinda Jail.</p>

<p>The case pertains to conspiracy hatched by the members of criminal syndicate based in India and abroad, to raise funds, recruit youth to carry out terrorist acts in Delhi and other parts of the country to execute spectacular heinous crimes, including targeted killings of prominent persons, with an intention to strike terror in the minds of the people of the country.</p>

<p>The case was initially registered at police station Special Cell, Delhi Police on August 4, 2022 and later on the probe of the matter was taken over by the NIA.</p>

<p>"We have learnt that the terrorist-gangster-drug smugglers syndicate led by Bishnoi was involved in many targeted killings and extortion from businessmen, professionals, including doctors.</p>

<p>This had created a widespread scare and terror among the public at large. All such criminal acts were not isolated local incidents but part of a deep-rooted conspiracy amongst the terrorists, gangsters, drug smuggling cartels and networks, operating from both within and outside the country," the NIA had earlier said.</p>

<p>The NIA found that most of the conspiracies were hatched from inside the jail by Bishnoi and were executed by an organised network of operatives based in India and abroad. Pertinently, the arrested gangster is involved and wanted in many cases, including the conspiracy to carry out targeted and sensational killings in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan and Delhi for more than a decade.</p>

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India's National Investigation Agency (NIA) on Tuesday (February 21) conducted raids across the country at more than 70 locations with connections to gangsters Lawrence Bishnoi, Neeraj Bawana and their aides. The raids were carried out in and around Delhi and in states like Rajasthan, Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Chandigarh and Uttar Pradesh. The officials began the raids early on Tuesday and they were ongoing at the time of publishing of this story. Lawrence Bishnoi was placed under arrest by the NIA on November 24, 2022 in connection with a case related to conspiracy hatched by terrorists, gangsters and drug smugglers` syndicate to create terror among the public. His arrest was made when he was lodged in the Bhatinda Jail. The case pertains to conspiracy hatched by the members of criminal syndicate based in India and abroad, to raise funds, recruit youth to carry out terrorist acts in Delhi and other parts of the country to execute spectacular heinous crimes, including targeted killings of prominent persons, with an intention to strike terror in the minds of the people of the country. The case was initially registered at police station Special Cell, Delhi Police on August 4, 2022 and later on the probe of the matter was taken over by the NIA. "We have learnt that the terrorist-gangster-drug smugglers syndicate led by Bishnoi was involved in many targeted killings and extortion from businessmen, professionals, including doctors. This had created a widespread scare and terror among the public at large. All such criminal acts were not isolated local incidents but part of a deep-rooted conspiracy amongst the terrorists, gangsters, drug smuggling cartels and networks, operating from both within and outside the country," the NIA had earlier said. The NIA found that most of the conspiracies were hatched from inside the jail by Bishnoi and were executed by an organised network of operatives based in India and abroad. Pertinently, the arrested gangster is involved and wanted in many cases, including the conspiracy to carry out targeted and sensational killings in Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Himachal Pradesh, Rajasthan and Delhi for more than a decade. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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The BBC's New Delhi office has been raided by the Indian Income tax department. Not much has been disclosed about the development yet but there have been raids at the British Broadcasting Corporations Delhi and Mumbai Office as well.

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