Here, we bring you the news that is trending across WION's social media platforms: India on Tuesday strongly rejected a report in the Washington Post alleging that a former Indian intelligence officer plotted to assassinate Khalistani terrorist Gurpatwant Singh Pannun on American soil.

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Here, we bring you the news that is trending across WION's social media platforms- US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said on Tuesday it was a moral and strategic imperative to protect Palestinian civilians in the war between Israel and Hamas and that the humanitarian catastrophe in besieged Gaza was getting worse.

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<p>A Boston police officer sustained minor injuries while riding down a large metal slide at City Hall Plaza, an incident that was captured on video and has gained widespread attention on social media.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The video shows the officer descending the steep slide with audible banging noises before he emerges at the bottom. During the ride, he loses items from his belt and handcuffs.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">A Boston police officer was hurt after tumbling down a children’s slide at the newly renovated playground at City Hall Plaza <a href="https://t.co/hbd4w50bGw">https://t.co/hbd4w50bGw</a><br />
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<p>The officer's surprised reaction is evident as he stands up at the end of the slide. “Oh f—k,” the stunned cop was heard saying in the video.</p>

<h2><strong>Video goes viral on the internet</strong></h2>

<p>The viral video has garnered millions of views on platforms like TikTok and X (formerly known as Twitter), where users have humorously commented on the officer's unexpected slide journey.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Some likened his slide to an ice cube being dispensed from a refrigerator. “You gotta quit the force now. You’re on the internet forever coming down a slide like a f–king can of Diet Coke out of a vender machine? How do you set foot in the precinct?” another joked.</p>

<h2><strong>Injured cop back on duty</strong></h2>

<p>A spokesperson from the Boston Police Department confirmed their awareness of the video and clarified that the officer used his personal medical insurance for treatment. Despite the injuries, the officer promptly returned to work. When asked about a potential investigation, the department indicated that it was unlikely.</p>

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<p>The City Hall Plaza recently underwent a $95 million renovation, introducing the long metal slide that has become popular among children. Signs at the playground explicitly state that the slide is intended for children aged 5 to 12 and is not suitable for adult use.</p>

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A Boston police officer sustained minor injuries while riding down a large metal slide at City Hall Plaza, an incident that was captured on video and has gained widespread attention on social media.

A Boston police officer sustained minor injuries while riding down a large metal slide at City Hall Plaza, an incident that was captured on video and has gained widespread attention on social media. The video shows the officer descending the steep slide with audible banging noises before he emerges at the bottom. During the ride, he loses items from his belt and handcuffs. A Boston police officer was hurt after tumbling down a children’s slide at the newly renovated playground at City Hall Plaza https://t.co/hbd4w50bGw pic.twitter.com/xTlE7XrV7R — philip lewis (@Phil_Lewis_) August 1, 2023 × The officer's surprised reaction is evident as he stands up at the end of the slide. “Oh f—k,” the stunned cop was heard saying in the video. Video goes viral on the internet The viral video has garnered millions of views on platforms like TikTok and X (formerly known as Twitter), where users have humorously commented on the officer's unexpected slide journey. Also read: Cycling: Rising US star Magnus White passes away at 17 during training Some likened his slide to an ice cube being dispensed from a refrigerator. “You gotta quit the force now. You’re on the internet forever coming down a slide like a f–king can of Diet Coke out of a vender machine? How do you set foot in the precinct?” another joked. Injured cop back on duty A spokesperson from the Boston Police Department confirmed their awareness of the video and clarified that the officer used his personal medical insurance for treatment. Despite the injuries, the officer promptly returned to work. When asked about a potential investigation, the department indicated that it was unlikely. Watch: United States confirms hackers breach 2 organisations × The City Hall Plaza recently underwent a $95 million renovation, introducing the long metal slide that has become popular among children. Signs at the playground explicitly state that the slide is intended for children aged 5 to 12 and is not suitable for adult use. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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