Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky believes that that his country will prevail in war. Meanwhile, Ukraine also added Russia has 10 times more artillery than United States and we appeal quicker delivery of weapons from West.

Ukrainian President Zelensky hopes to win despite losing most of Luhansk

The relationship between Taiwan and China is deteriorating. Taiwan has threatened to take China to the World Trade organization after China announced that they will be suspending the import of grouper fish.

Taiwan threatens China to take to WTO after China stops grouper fish imports

Pakistan's new government unveiled its first budget. This was much awaited by many because this government took birth out of a crisis and it adopted an economy completely wounded. IMF is concerned over the budget and urged Pakistan to raise more direct taxes.

IMF calls Pakistan's budget 'problematic', urges to raise more direct taxes

They say to understand someone's perspective, you have to walk a mile in their shoes. British Prince William appeared to be trying to understand the struggles of the common man when he was spotted selling magazines on the streets of London on Wednesday.

British royal Prince William spends a day on streets, sells homeless magazines

The final day of the 19th edition of the Shangri-la dialogue is currently underway in Singapore and as was anticipated, the simmering tensions between China and the US and their war of words over Taiwan's autonomy continue to occupy the centre stage of the security summit.

The final day of security summit underway

Europe too is facing the wrath of rising mercury. Spanish cities are suffering from soaring temperatures as the heat wave grips the country. According to the reports, temperatures have touched 40-degree celsius already.

Spain gripped by an intense heatwave as temperatures touch 40-degree celsius

Parliamentary elections in France are set to begin. Polls predict Macron's coalition will win 260-300 seats. However, left coalition remains Macron's biggest threat.

French parliament elections set to begin: Polls predict Macron's coalition will win 260-300 seats

Second brains are becoming increasingly popular. People are using second brains to store information they think the human brain can't. Most second brains are free, the premium ones cost as little as $8 a month. But do you really need a second brain? Listen in to Palki Sharma.

Gravitas Plus: Welcome to the age of the second brain

Higher inflation, rising debt and falling foreign exchange reserves are threatening economies around the world. Could more countries go the Sri Lanka way? Palki Sharma tells you.

Gravitas: Which countries are going the Sri Lanka way?

India has dispatched economic assistance worth $3.5 billion to Sri Lanka. While China distances itself from the crisis, India has stepped up to help the Sri Lankan people. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: India emerges as Sri Lanka's most reliable partner

Sri Lanka has a history of crises. It began with the civil war, then came the Easter Bombings, and now the Economic crisis. Everything Colombo tried to revive its economy, it was consumed by a fresh crisis. Palki Sharma takes you through some pages of Lankan history.

Gravitas: Sri Lanka: a country consumed by crises

Sri Lanka will need at least $5 Billion in 6 months to maintain basic standard of living. How is the Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe planning to secure this fund? Palki Sharma brings you a report.

Gravitas: What the Lankan government is doing to tide over the crisis

Sri Lanka's economy has been crippled by fuel and food shortages. The country has settled into a routine of protests, crackdowns and shortages. Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Shortages cripple Sri Lankan economy

Sri Lanka is facing an unprecedented economic crisis. But in Colombo, the construction of "Colombo Port City" continues uninterrupted. The project is being built by a Chinese company. Palki Sharma brings you a ground report.

Gravitas: Ground report: Chinese port city unaffected amid Lankan economic crisis

The Rajapaksas today are political kryptonite in Sri Lanka. Despite the mass public opposition, is Rajapaksa family trying to wield its power behind the scenes? Palki Sharma tells you more.

Gravitas: Rajapaksas wielding the power behind the scenes?

In an interview to Palki Sharma, Sri Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said that China has not ditched Sri Lanka, but Beijing has been "silent" in the last few months. Here is an excerpt from that exclusive conversation.

Gravitas: Lankan Crisis: Wickremesinghe says China has been silent

First round of polls is underway in France. Voters will select 577 members of the national assembly. This is first test for President Macron, however Left coalition remains Macron's biggest threat.

France's parliamentary elections: Can Macron hold on to his majority?

In La Paz city of Bolivia, thousands participated in the festival know as 'the Feast of the lord of Great Power'. They celebrated the festival to honor The Lord of Great Power after it had been suspended for 2 years due to Covid-19.

Bolivian people celebrate colorful 'Great Power' festival in La Paz

Chinese Defence Minister Wei Fenghe said that it is up to the United States to improve the bilateral relationship between US and China as ties are at a Critical Juncture. The final day of the 19th edition of the Shangri-la dialogue is currently underway in Singapore.

19th Shangri-La Dialogue: 'US should stop interfering in China's matters,' says Wei Fenghe

Tensions are brewing in the Korean peninsula. South Korea's minister spoke at an Asian security meeting and warned against the North Korea Nuclear program.

Tensions simmer in Korean peninsula: South Korea warns against North Korea Nuclear program

People have gathered in Piazza Della Repubblica for the 25th edition of Rome's pride parade. The parade banner read 'great love is for everyone'.

People gather in Piazza Della Repubblica for the 25th edition of Rome's pride parade

New Mexico is facing its worst wildfire in recent history. Around 360,000 acres of mountains have been burnt so far. The US has decided to give $3 million to 900 households.

Wildfire burns 360,000 acres of mountains as New Mexico faces its worst wildfire

The final day of Shangri-La dialogue underway: China remains firm on Taiwan issue

Iran and Venezuela signed a 20-year cooperation plan in Tehran as the two countries are under stringent US sanctions. Is Venezuela-Iran coming close under US sanctions?

Iran and Venezuela sign 20-year cooperation plan

Fukushima's nuclear water release plan is facing backlash. 70% of Japanese are against the discharge plan as nuclear radiation levels are already high in Fukushima. It can threaten Marine environment as well.

Fukushima's nuclear water release plan faces backlash

North Korea has appointed veteran diplomat Choe Son Hui as its first female foreign minister. Choe, who formerly served as the North's vice foreign minister will replace Ri Son Gwon.

North Korea appoints first female foreign minister

The UK has decided to deport asylum-seekers to Rwanda. The UNHCR has accused the UK of being dishonest. The UN body is concerned about the rights of people in Rwanda.

UK's deportation plan gets High Court's green light

The South American nation of Bolivia has seen a spike in gold production in the last five years. A significant proportion of the precious metals production comes through independent gold mines.

Strife between miners & locals: Wildcat gold mining booms in Bolivia

Meta employees were interviewed by lawyers as Meta's outgoing COO Sheryl Sandberg comes under the scanner for use of the company's resources. Sandberg is leaving Meta after 14 years.

Meta's outgoing COO Sheryl Sandberg under scanner for use of company's resources

The U.S. has reported over 250 mass shootings in just the first six months of 2022 alone. Decades of mass shootings have seen several attempts at changing gun laws, without any success. WION decodes America's gun violence problem.

Decoding Gun Violence in America: A WION special on rise of mass shootings in the U.S.

Canada has accused China of concerning and unprofessional behaviour after China intercepted one of its patrol aircraft near North Korea which forced planes to divert from their flight path.

Canada speaks on Chinese interception of aircrafts

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