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Georgia's president said Monday that pro-EU protests involving tens of thousands of people showed no sign of stopping after police fired water cannons and tear gas on a fourth night of demonstrations.

The Black Sea nation has been rocked by turmoil since the governing Georgian Dream party claimed victory on October 26 in parliamentary elections that the pro-European opposition said were fraudulent.

More rallies were planned on Monday and strikes and other protests also started. Ukraine joined countries that have condemned the government crackdown on rallies that have left injuries and arrests.

"Another powerful night of Georgians standing firm to defend their constitution and their European choice," President Salome Zurabishvili posted on X.

"The determination in the streets shows no signs of stopping!" the pro-EU leader wrote.

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Troubles deepened after Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze announced Thursday that Georgia was shelving accession talks with the European Union until 2028. There has been a wave of protests in the capital, Tbilisi, and other cities.&nbsp;

Kobakhidze further angered protesters Sunday by ruling out new elections, saying "the formation of the new government based on the October 26 parliamentary elections has been completed".

The opposition is boycotting the new parliament, and Zurabishvili has asked the constitutional court to annul the election result, declaring the new parliament and government "illegitimate".

Critics accuse Georgian Dream, in power for more than a decade, of having steered the country away from the European Union and moving closer to Russia, an accusation it denies.

Russia on Monday defended the crackdown on protesters, with Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov saying authorities are taking "measures to stabilise" the situation, accusing protesters of trying to "stir up" unrest.

Russia sees "the most direct parallel" with Ukraine's "Maidan" protest that ousted a Kremlin-backed leader in 2014 after he suspended talks on closer EU ties, Peskov said.

Tens of thousands rallied outside parliament in Tbilisi on Sunday waving European and Georgian flags.

Some demonstrators threw fireworks and stones at riot police, while others built barricades from dustbins and set them ablaze.

During the night, riot police moved in using tear gas and water cannon to disperse the crowds.

Dozens have been injured since Thursday, including demonstrators, police and journalists, according to officials and activists, though the exact numbers were unclear.

<h2>'Systematic beatings'&nbsp;</h2>

Zurabishvili said Monday that those detained by police "have been subjected to systematic beatings" after arrest.

The "majority of the arrested protesters have injuries to their heads and faces, broken face bones, eye sockets, open wounds," she said.

The leader of the opposition United National Movement party, Levan Khabeishvili, told journalists he was attacked by around 15 masked police attempting to detain him but managed to escape with the help of protesters.

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The interior ministry said Monday that 21 police personnel were injured.

Some police suffered "dangerous injuries", health minister Mikheil Sarjveladze said, accusing protesters of throwing "heavy metal objects".

The interior ministry said 224 people have been detained during the rallies.

More protest rallies are planned Monday in Tbilisi and other cities, the interior ministry said.

Monday also saw strikes break out in protest at companies and educational institutions, national media reported.

"After universities, it is the turn of schools to express their solidarity with the protests, all over Georgia," Zurabishvili said.

Lasha Matishvili, a 35-year-old sociology professor, told AFP he would go on strike Monday in a "symbolic act of resistance".

Ukraine's foreign ministry said it "strongly condemns" the Georgian government's use of force that would lead to "consequences".

Brussels has not recognised the outcome of the October elections, and demanded an investigation into "serious electoral irregularities".

The European Parliament has called for a re-run and for sanctions against top Georgian officials, including Kobakhidze.

Constitutional law experts have questioned the legitimacy of the new parliament.

Earlier last week, Georgian Dream nominated a far-right former football international, Mikheil Kavelashvili, to replace Zurabishvili in the largely ceremonial post of president.

But Zurabishvili told AFP in an interview on Saturday that she would not step down until new parliamentary elections are held.

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Georgia's president said Monday that pro-EU protests involving tens of thousands of people showed no sign of stopping after police fired water cannons and tear gas on a fourth night of demonstrations.

Georgia's president said Monday that pro-EU protests involving tens of thousands of people showed no sign of stopping after police fired water cannons and tear gas on a fourth night of demonstrations. The Black Sea nation has been rocked by turmoil since the governing Georgian Dream party claimed victory on October 26 in parliamentary elections that the pro-European opposition said were fraudulent. More rallies were planned on Monday and strikes and other protests also started. Ukraine joined countries that have condemned the government crackdown on rallies that have left injuries and arrests. "Another powerful night of Georgians standing firm to defend their constitution and their European choice," President Salome Zurabishvili posted on X. "The determination in the streets shows no signs of stopping!" the pro-EU leader wrote. Also read: Demonstrators launch fireworks at police in Georgia as protests enter fourth day Troubles deepened after Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze announced Thursday that Georgia was shelving accession talks with the European Union until 2028. There has been a wave of protests in the capital, Tbilisi, and other cities. Kobakhidze further angered protesters Sunday by ruling out new elections, saying "the formation of the new government based on the October 26 parliamentary elections has been completed". The opposition is boycotting the new parliament, and Zurabishvili has asked the constitutional court to annul the election result, declaring the new parliament and government "illegitimate". Critics accuse Georgian Dream, in power for more than a decade, of having steered the country away from the European Union and moving closer to Russia, an accusation it denies. Russia on Monday defended the crackdown on protesters, with Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov saying authorities are taking "measures to stabilise" the situation, accusing protesters of trying to "stir up" unrest. Russia sees "the most direct parallel" with Ukraine's "Maidan" protest that ousted a Kremlin-backed leader in 2014 after he suspended talks on closer EU ties, Peskov said. Tens of thousands rallied outside parliament in Tbilisi on Sunday waving European and Georgian flags. Some demonstrators threw fireworks and stones at riot police, while others built barricades from dustbins and set them ablaze. During the night, riot police moved in using tear gas and water cannon to disperse the crowds. Dozens have been injured since Thursday, including demonstrators, police and journalists, according to officials and activists, though the exact numbers were unclear. 'Systematic beatings' Zurabishvili said Monday that those detained by police "have been subjected to systematic beatings" after arrest. The "majority of the arrested protesters have injuries to their heads and faces, broken face bones, eye sockets, open wounds," she said. The leader of the opposition United National Movement party, Levan Khabeishvili, told journalists he was attacked by around 15 masked police attempting to detain him but managed to escape with the help of protesters. Watch | Georgia Protests: Violent Protests Erupt In Georgia Again × The interior ministry said Monday that 21 police personnel were injured. Some police suffered "dangerous injuries", health minister Mikheil Sarjveladze said, accusing protesters of throwing "heavy metal objects". The interior ministry said 224 people have been detained during the rallies. More protest rallies are planned Monday in Tbilisi and other cities, the interior ministry said. Monday also saw strikes break out in protest at companies and educational institutions, national media reported. "After universities, it is the turn of schools to express their solidarity with the protests, all over Georgia," Zurabishvili said. Lasha Matishvili, a 35-year-old sociology professor, told AFP he would go on strike Monday in a "symbolic act of resistance". Ukraine's foreign ministry said it "strongly condemns" the Georgian government's use of force that would lead to "consequences". Brussels has not recognised the outcome of the October elections, and demanded an investigation into "serious electoral irregularities". The European Parliament has called for a re-run and for sanctions against top Georgian officials, including Kobakhidze. Constitutional law experts have questioned the legitimacy of the new parliament. Earlier last week, Georgian Dream nominated a far-right former football international, Mikheil Kavelashvili, to replace Zurabishvili in the largely ceremonial post of president. But Zurabishvili told AFP in an interview on Saturday that she would not step down until new parliamentary elections are held. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Tens of thousands head back to streets in Georgia over pro-EU protests, prez says protesters 'standing firm'

Russia’s upper legislative house speaker, Valentina Matviyenko said on Monday (Dec. 2) that she is expecting Russia-Ukraine peace talks to resume next year, after US President-elect Donald Trump will take over the US administration.&nbsp;

"I will express my purely personal opinion. I believe that the probability that there will be a real attempt to start such negotiations and meetings in 2025 is significantly higher than the probability that such attempts will not be made," Matviyenko &nbsp;said in an interview with pro-Kremlin newspaper Argumenty i Fakty.&nbsp;

“We must not and will not make the subject of negotiations any one-day half-measures, agreements of an unclear status, short-term freezes, and so on,” she added.&nbsp;

Russia and Ukraine have not negotiated peace since the first months Russian troops invaded Ukraine in early 2022.

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Matviyenko, who is also third in line for the Russian presidency, further accused US President Biden's administration, which gave Ukraine approval to strike long-range ATACMS missiles into Russia for the first time.&nbsp;

“The leaders of the negotiation process on the other side will have to show certain strong qualities. How ready they’ll be, I don’t know,” she said.&nbsp;

US President Biden reiterated the US's support for Ukraine after it dealt with a recent "horrific" Russian attack, by launching nearly 200 missiles and drones against Ukrainian cities and energy infrastructure.&nbsp;

Moreover, Trump has pledged to end the war swiftly, which has raised concerns that he would try to force Ukraine to accept a deal on Russia's terms.&nbsp;

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However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky insisted that Ukraine needs security guarantees from NATO and more weapons to defend itself before beginning any negotiations with Moscow.&nbsp;

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Russia’s upper legislative house speaker, Valentina Matviyenko said on Monday (Dec. 2) that she is expecting Russia-Ukraine peace talks to resume next year, after US President-elect Donald Trump will take over the US administration.

Russia’s upper legislative house speaker, Valentina Matviyenko said on Monday (Dec. 2) that she is expecting Russia-Ukraine peace talks to resume next year, after US President-elect Donald Trump will take over the US administration. "I will express my purely personal opinion. I believe that the probability that there will be a real attempt to start such negotiations and meetings in 2025 is significantly higher than the probability that such attempts will not be made," Matviyenko said in an interview with pro-Kremlin newspaper Argumenty i Fakty. “We must not and will not make the subject of negotiations any one-day half-measures, agreements of an unclear status, short-term freezes, and so on,” she added. Russia and Ukraine have not negotiated peace since the first months Russian troops invaded Ukraine in early 2022. Also read: Trump's envoy for Ukraine-Russia has hinted at plan to end war. It's carrots and sticks for both Matviyenko, who is also third in line for the Russian presidency, further accused US President Biden's administration, which gave Ukraine approval to strike long-range ATACMS missiles into Russia for the first time. “The leaders of the negotiation process on the other side will have to show certain strong qualities. How ready they’ll be, I don’t know,” she said. US President Biden reiterated the US's support for Ukraine after it dealt with a recent "horrific" Russian attack, by launching nearly 200 missiles and drones against Ukrainian cities and energy infrastructure. Moreover, Trump has pledged to end the war swiftly, which has raised concerns that he would try to force Ukraine to accept a deal on Russia's terms. Watch | Russia-Ukraine War: NATO, Ukraine To Convene Emergency Talks Afer Russia's Hypersonic Missile Strike × However, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky insisted that Ukraine needs security guarantees from NATO and more weapons to defend itself before beginning any negotiations with Moscow. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos (With inputs from agencies)

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In a first, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has put out the possibility that his country could cede territory to Russia temporarily in exchange for a NATO umbrella over the territory that Ukraine still holds. In an interview with Sky News, the Ukrainian president suggested that to stop the war and efforts to reach a ceasefire, Ukraine could diplomatically negotiate the return of territory in the East that is currently under Russian control. Watch in for more details!

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has put out the possibility that his country could cede territory to Russia temporarily. Zelensky has said he will give land in exchange for a NATO umbrella over the territory that Ukraine still holds. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine War: NATO Protection Can End 'Hot Stage': Zelensky

Ukraine's military has unleashed a unique electronic warfare strategy. According to reports, the Ukrainian forces are hacking the satellite coordinates of Russian Shahed drones and even redirecting these unmanned weapons back to their point of origin in Russia and Belarus. Watch in for more details!

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The Russia-Ukraine war has continued for nearly three years now. Ukraine's frontline defenses are in danger of crumbling, and amid the war weariness, President Volodymyr Zelensky's popularity is fading. According to a recent poll, most voters prefer that he does not seek a second term. Watch in for more details!

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Ukrainian President Zelensky has stated that he is willing to cede territory to Russia. This comes at a time when entire units of Ukrainian Armed Forces soldiers are reportedly fleeing the battlefield. WION brings you the latest updates from the frontlines. Watch in for more details!

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Russian President Vladimir Putin delivers a bone chilling warning to Ukraine signaling Russia's readiness to escalate the conflict with unprecedented missile capabilities. Watch in for more details!

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Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov on Friday (Nov 29) said that the ties with North Korea are "expanding in all areas, including in military cooperation."

Belousov is on a visit to Pyongyang and met with his North Korean counterpart No Kwang Chol in the North Korean capital city.

“Friendly ties between Russia and North Korea are actively expanding in all areas, including military cooperation,” Belousov said, reported Russian news agencies.&nbsp;

During the talks with his North Korean counterpart, Belousov also said that the trust-based relations between the countries' leaders play a crucial role in strengthening Russian-Korean cooperation.&nbsp;

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The Russian minister also congratulated his counterpart&nbsp;on his appointment as head of the North Korean Defence Ministry in October 2024.&nbsp;

"It is a pleasure to meet you and get to know you personally. I would like to thank you for the invitation to Pyongyang and your generous hospitality," Belousov said. "Russia and North Korea are good neighbors and longtime friends," he added.

Belousov also&nbsp;noted, "the historic meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang in June 2024 showed the highest level of mutual trust," emphasizing that its outcome demonstrated "the countries' shared desire to further expand mutually beneficial cooperation amid a complex international situation."

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"The most important outcome of the summit was the signing of a new fundamental interstate document - the Treaty on Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Russia and North Korea," the Russian defence minister added.&nbsp;

Recently, North Korea has been accused of supplying artillery systems, missiles and other military equipment to Russia that may assist Putin in extending the war with Ukraine.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, South Korea has also shared concerns that the North&nbsp;could receive Russian technology transfer to improve its nuclear weapons and missile programs, in exchange for its troops and arms supplies.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov on Friday (Nov 29) said that the ties with North Korea are "expanding in all areas, including in military cooperation." Belousov is on a visit to Pyongyang and met with his North Korean counterpart No Kwang Chol in the North Korean capital city.

Russian Defence Minister Andrei Belousov on Friday (Nov 29) said that the ties with North Korea are "expanding in all areas, including in military cooperation." Belousov is on a visit to Pyongyang and met with his North Korean counterpart No Kwang Chol in the North Korean capital city. “Friendly ties between Russia and North Korea are actively expanding in all areas, including military cooperation,” Belousov said, reported Russian news agencies. During the talks with his North Korean counterpart, Belousov also said that the trust-based relations between the countries' leaders play a crucial role in strengthening Russian-Korean cooperation. Also read: North Korea ratifies historic defence pact with Russia, strengthening military ties The Russian minister also congratulated his counterpart on his appointment as head of the North Korean Defence Ministry in October 2024. "It is a pleasure to meet you and get to know you personally. I would like to thank you for the invitation to Pyongyang and your generous hospitality," Belousov said. "Russia and North Korea are good neighbors and longtime friends," he added. Belousov also noted, "the historic meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang in June 2024 showed the highest level of mutual trust," emphasizing that its outcome demonstrated "the countries' shared desire to further expand mutually beneficial cooperation amid a complex international situation." Watch | Russia Sends Animals to Pyongyang Amid Strengthening Ties with Kim Jong-Un × "The most important outcome of the summit was the signing of a new fundamental interstate document - the Treaty on Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between Russia and North Korea," the Russian defence minister added. Recently, North Korea has been accused of supplying artillery systems, missiles and other military equipment to Russia that may assist Putin in extending the war with Ukraine. Meanwhile, South Korea has also shared concerns that the North could receive Russian technology transfer to improve its nuclear weapons and missile programs, in exchange for its troops and arms supplies. (With inputs from agencies)

'Expanding in all areas': Russian defence minister hails ties with North Korea amid visit to Pyongyang

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday (Nov. 28) threatened to strike its new Oreshnik hypersonic missile at the “decision-making centres” in Ukraine's capital Kyiv.

Putin made the threat a week after using the experimental weapon for the first time in the Ukrainian city of Dnipro.&nbsp;

"We do not rule out the use of Oreshnik against the military, military-industrial facilities or decision-making centres, including in Kyiv," Putin said during a press conference in the Kazakh capital Astana.

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"Authorities in Kyiv today continue their attempts to strike at our vital facilities, including in Saint Petersburg and Moscow," he added.

He further announced Russia's plans to further increase the production of Oreshnik missiles, which Putin claims are impossible to intercept.&nbsp;

The intermediate-range ballistic missile can travel at a speed of Mach 10, or up to three kilometres per second.&nbsp;

Putin added that the weapon had the destructive power of a meteorite. "The kinetic impact is powerful, like a meteorite falling. We know in history what meteorites have fallen where, and what the consequences were. Sometimes it was enough for whole lakes to form."

<h2>'Minimal' damage caused by US-made missiles</h2>

Putin said that the damage caused by recent Ukrainian attacks in Russia using US-made ATACMS missiles was "minimal".&nbsp;

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He further said the use of Western-supplied missiles against Moscow amounted to "direct involvement of Western countries" in the conflict and carried "risks".

<h2>Putin calls Trump 'intelligent'</h2>

The Russian President called US President-elect Donald Trump an "intelligent person", adding that he will find a solution. Although Putin did not specify what solution he was referring to.&nbsp;

"As far as I imagine the again-elected president, he is actually an intelligent person, already quite experienced. I think he will find a solution," Putin said about Trump during the Kazan conference.&nbsp;

<h2>'Will not allow Ukraine...'</h2>

At the conference in Kazakhastan, Putin also said that he would not let Ukraine ever get hold of nuclear weapons.&nbsp;

"Moscow will use "all means of destruction at Russia's disposal" were Ukraine to ever get hold of nuclear weapons, Russia's state-run news agency RIA Novosti reported.

"We will not allow this," Putin said.&nbsp;

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Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday (Nov. 28) threatened to strike its new Oreshnik hypersonic missile at the “decision-making centres” in Ukraine's capital Kyiv.

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday (Nov. 28) threatened to strike its new Oreshnik hypersonic missile at the “decision-making centres” in Ukraine's capital Kyiv. Putin made the threat a week after using the experimental weapon for the first time in the Ukrainian city of Dnipro. "We do not rule out the use of Oreshnik against the military, military-industrial facilities or decision-making centres, including in Kyiv," Putin said during a press conference in the Kazakh capital Astana. Also read: 'Despicable escalation,' Russian strikes on Ukrainian power grid knock out power for 1 million "Authorities in Kyiv today continue their attempts to strike at our vital facilities, including in Saint Petersburg and Moscow," he added. He further announced Russia's plans to further increase the production of Oreshnik missiles, which Putin claims are impossible to intercept. The intermediate-range ballistic missile can travel at a speed of Mach 10, or up to three kilometres per second. Putin added that the weapon had the destructive power of a meteorite. "The kinetic impact is powerful, like a meteorite falling. We know in history what meteorites have fallen where, and what the consequences were. Sometimes it was enough for whole lakes to form." 'Minimal' damage caused by US-made missiles Putin said that the damage caused by recent Ukrainian attacks in Russia using US-made ATACMS missiles was "minimal". Watch | Putin Warns West: You Can't Stop This Missile × He further said the use of Western-supplied missiles against Moscow amounted to "direct involvement of Western countries" in the conflict and carried "risks". Putin calls Trump 'intelligent' The Russian President called US President-elect Donald Trump an "intelligent person", adding that he will find a solution. Although Putin did not specify what solution he was referring to. "As far as I imagine the again-elected president, he is actually an intelligent person, already quite experienced. I think he will find a solution," Putin said about Trump during the Kazan conference. 'Will not allow Ukraine...' At the conference in Kazakhastan, Putin also said that he would not let Ukraine ever get hold of nuclear weapons. "Moscow will use "all means of destruction at Russia's disposal" were Ukraine to ever get hold of nuclear weapons, Russia's state-run news agency RIA Novosti reported. "We will not allow this," Putin said. Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on Ukraine-Russia war on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos, and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Putin threatens to hit 'decision-making centres' in Kyiv, plans to increase production of Oreshnik missiles

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Speaking at a summit of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) in Kazakhstan, Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Russia’s new Oreshnik ballistic missile could target “decision-making centers in Kyiv.”

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has threatened to launch additional missile attacks on Ukraine, which will include Russia’s new Oreshnik nuclear-capable missile.

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Donald Trump appoints retired Lieutenant General Keith Kellogg as a special envoy to address the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Kellogg, who previously served as chief of staff for the White House National Security Council during Trump’s first term and as national security adviser to then-Vice President Mike Pence, is credited with presenting a plan to end the war. In this new role, he is expected to lead peace efforts. Watch to know more!

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Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a fresh wave of threats, warned to strike Ukraine's capital Kyiv with their new Oreshnik hypersonic missile at the "decision-making centres".&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Israel on Thursday (Nov 28) said that there have been arrivals of suspects into Lebanon's southern regions, calling it a violation of the ceasefire deal with Hezbollah, Reuters reported.&nbsp;

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Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday (Nov 28) threatened to strike its new Oreshnik hypersonic missile at the “decision-making centres” in Ukraine's capital Kyiv.

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Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) Thursday (Nov. 28) reported the arrival of suspects into Lebanon's southern regions and called it a violation of the ceasefire with Hezbollah, reported news agency Reuters.

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Russia launched its second major attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure this month on Thursday (Nov. 28), leaving over one million people without power across three western regions, according to Ukrainian officials.

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The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) on Thursday (Nov. 28) expressed solidarity with Chinmoy Krishna Das on a social media post. This comes two days after ISKCON Bangladesh distanced itself from Das, stating that he was expelled and not authorised to speak on behalf of the organisation.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-passes-social-media-ban-on-children-under-16-becomes-first-country-to-take-such-measure-779993">Australia passes social media ban on children under 16, becomes first country to take such measure</a>

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The Australian Senate passed a law banning children under 16 from using social media on Thursday (Nov. 28). It becomes the first country in the world to have such legislation.&nbsp;

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Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a dual citizen of the US and Canada, issued a fresh threat to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and National Security Adviser Ajit Doval in a new&nbsp;video message. The Khalistani extremist urged his supporters to disrupt the All India DGP/IGP conference beginning in the eastern Indian state of Odisha Friday (Nov. 29). The meeting will be attended by top Indian VVIPs, including the PM and the NSA.

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In what came as a rude reminder of the August Kolkata rape case, a medic in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh was allegedly gang-raped by two men while others pinned her down. There are allegations that the accused even put chilli powder in the survivor’s genitals and also inserted a stick inside.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/explosion-heard-near-delhis-prashant-vihar-investigation-underway-779841">One person injured in explosion near Delhi's Prashant Vihar, investigation underway</a>

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An explosion was heard in Delhi's Prashant Vihar near the PVR multiplex on Thursday (Nov 28).&nbsp;

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England Test captain and star all-rounder Ben Stokes said his team doesn’t think about the ‘utterly confusing’ World Test Championship (WTC) Finale. Ahead of the first day of the first Test between England and New Zealand at the Hagley Oval, Christchurch, Stokes addressed England’s failure to reach the summit clash in three editions now, saying his team’s philosophy is to take things ‘game by game and series by series.’

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Sharon Stone did not mince words as she spoke of how she feels about Donald Trump getting re-elected to power. Before the presidential elections, Sharon was possibly one of the first celebrities to say that she would move out of the US if Trump came to power. While we don’t have an update on whether she is thinking of relocating outside of the US, at Italy’s Torino Festival, Sharon called Americans “ignorant” and “arrogant”.

Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a fresh wave of threats, warned to strike Ukraine's capital Kyiv with their new Oreshnik hypersonic missile at the "decision-making centres".

Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a fresh wave of threats, warned to strike Ukraine's capital Kyiv with their new Oreshnik hypersonic missile at the "decision-making centres". Meanwhile, Israel on Thursday (Nov 28) said that there have been arrivals of suspects into Lebanon's southern regions, calling it a violation of the ceasefire deal with Hezbollah, Reuters reported. Click on the headlines to read more Putin threatens to hit 'decision-making centers' in Kyiv, plans to increase production of Oreshnik missiles Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday (Nov 28) threatened to strike its new Oreshnik hypersonic missile at the “decision-making centres” in Ukraine's capital Kyiv. Israel says ceasefire with Hezbollah breached as 'more suspects enter southern Lebanon' Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) Thursday (Nov. 28) reported the arrival of suspects into Lebanon's southern regions and called it a violation of the ceasefire with Hezbollah, reported news agency Reuters. 'Despicable escalation,' Russian strikes on Ukrainian power grid knock out power for 1 million Russia launched its second major attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure this month on Thursday (Nov. 28), leaving over one million people without power across three western regions, according to Ukrainian officials. ISKCON says 'stand with Chinmoy Das' after Dhaka chapter distances itself from Hindu monk The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) on Thursday (Nov. 28) expressed solidarity with Chinmoy Krishna Das on a social media post. This comes two days after ISKCON Bangladesh distanced itself from Das, stating that he was expelled and not authorised to speak on behalf of the organisation. Australia passes social media ban on children under 16, becomes first country to take such measure The Australian Senate passed a law banning children under 16 from using social media on Thursday (Nov. 28). It becomes the first country in the world to have such legislation. Khalistani terrorist Pannun threatens to target key India summit, VVIPs including Modi Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, a dual citizen of the US and Canada, issued a fresh threat to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah and National Security Adviser Ajit Doval in a new video message. The Khalistani extremist urged his supporters to disrupt the All India DGP/IGP conference beginning in the eastern Indian state of Odisha Friday (Nov. 29). The meeting will be attended by top Indian VVIPs, including the PM and the NSA. Nurse brutally 'gang-raped' in India’s UP; accused put chilli powder in genitals In what came as a rude reminder of the August Kolkata rape case, a medic in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh was allegedly gang-raped by two men while others pinned her down. There are allegations that the accused even put chilli powder in the survivor’s genitals and also inserted a stick inside. One person injured in explosion near Delhi's Prashant Vihar, investigation underway An explosion was heard in Delhi's Prashant Vihar near the PVR multiplex on Thursday (Nov 28). England Test captain Ben Stokes calls WTC format ‘utterly confusing’, says ‘…it’s a real weird’ England Test captain and star all-rounder Ben Stokes said his team doesn’t think about the ‘utterly confusing’ World Test Championship (WTC) Finale. Ahead of the first day of the first Test between England and New Zealand at the Hagley Oval, Christchurch, Stokes addressed England’s failure to reach the summit clash in three editions now, saying his team’s philosophy is to take things ‘game by game and series by series.’ America is in 'ignorant, arrogant adolescence': Sharon Stone slams Trump’s win Sharon Stone did not mince words as she spoke of how she feels about Donald Trump getting re-elected to power. Before the presidential elections, Sharon was possibly one of the first celebrities to say that she would move out of the US if Trump came to power. While we don’t have an update on whether she is thinking of relocating outside of the US, at Italy’s Torino Festival, Sharon called Americans “ignorant” and “arrogant”.

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