Sri Lankan President Rajapaksa lifted the state of emergency and the parliament session began despite the widespread resistance and also the growing calls for the president's resignation but Gotabaya has said that he will not step down despite the stiff resistance from the opposition and also from the people on the streets.

Gotabaya's ruling coalition in turmoil but he refuses to quit

Pakistan's political battle which has been in its top court for the fifth day has today reached its climax. Javed Rana, journalist and strategic affairs expert speaks to WION about the Pakistan crisis.

Pak Political Crisis: WION speaks to Javed Rana, Journalist & strategic affairs expert

Amid the ongoing political crisis in Pakistan, opposition holds key late-night meets. For more on this, WION is joined by senior journalist and Imran Khan's ex-wife Reham Khan.

Imran Khan's ex-wife Reham Khan speaks to WION on Pakistan political crisis

<p><strong>Here are some of the top stories to start your day:&nbsp;</strong>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday (April 6) accused Russia of hiding evidence related to "thousands" of people killed in Mariupol in an attempt to block humanitarian access to the besieged port city.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukrainian-president-volodymyr-zelensky-says-russia-hiding-thousands-killed-in-mariupol-468954">Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says Russia hiding 'thousands' killed in Mariupol</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/07/252916-volodymyr-zelensky-4.jpg" />Reports have mentioned that residents in Mariupol waited in long queues on Tuesday (April 5) to receive deliveries of humanitarian aid.&nbsp;But Zelensky said Russia is not revealing evidence of thousands of people killed, however, he expressed confidence that Russia would not succeed in concealing all the proof.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/white-house-says-us-ready-to-become-indias-reliable-supplier-to-counter-russia-dependence-468962">White House says US ready to become India's 'reliable supplier' to counter Russia dependence</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/07/252924-india-us.jpg" />The White House on Wednesday (April 6) reiterated that the United States is ready to support India as another option for energy imports to counter ties with Russia.&nbsp;Just like other countries, India has also been hit hard by rising crude values due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-war-us-threatens-beijing-with-sanctions-if-it-provides-material-support-to-moscow-468963">Russia-Ukraine war: US threatens Beijing with sanctions if it provides ‘material support’ to Moscow</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/07/252928-march.jpg" />In a veiled warning to Xi Jinping, US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman on Wednesday said that a range of sanctions announced by the West and its allies should serve as an example of what is expected to come should China patterns with Russian President Vladimir Putin.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;UK, EU impose new sanctions on Russia in response to reports of Bucha killings</strong></p>

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Here are some of the top stories to start your day: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday (April 6) accused Russia of hiding evidence related to "thousands" of people killed in Mariupol in an attempt to block humanitarian access to the besieged port city.

Here are some of the top stories to start your day: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday (April 6) accused Russia of hiding evidence related to "thousands" of people killed in Mariupol in an attempt to block humanitarian access to the besieged port city. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says Russia hiding 'thousands' killed in Mariupol Reports have mentioned that residents in Mariupol waited in long queues on Tuesday (April 5) to receive deliveries of humanitarian aid. But Zelensky said Russia is not revealing evidence of thousands of people killed, however, he expressed confidence that Russia would not succeed in concealing all the proof. White House says US ready to become India's 'reliable supplier' to counter Russia dependence The White House on Wednesday (April 6) reiterated that the United States is ready to support India as another option for energy imports to counter ties with Russia. Just like other countries, India has also been hit hard by rising crude values due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war Russia-Ukraine war: US threatens Beijing with sanctions if it provides ‘material support’ to Moscow In a veiled warning to Xi Jinping, US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman on Wednesday said that a range of sanctions announced by the West and its allies should serve as an example of what is expected to come should China patterns with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Watch | UK, EU impose new sanctions on Russia in response to reports of Bucha killings Watch | Pakistan joint opposition calls for protests, to observe 'day of protection for constitution'

Morning news brief: Mass killings in Ukraine's Mariupol, US offers help to India and more

Pakistan's political crisis has reached its climax and the deputy speaker on Sunday has rejected a no-trust motion against Imran Khan. Watch this exclusive conversation with Senior Journalist Ahmer Shaheen on Pakistan political crisis.

In conversation with Senior Journalist Ahmer Shaheen on Pakistan political crisis

Pakistan's Supreme Court is hearing the crucial case on objection of the no-confidence motion by the national assembly deputy speaker and the dissolution of the assembly. In a recent update, Pakistan counsel said if court fails, matter will go to people.

Pak political crisis: 'If justice is failing then the court cannot remain silent,' says Pak SC

World is fighting a losing battle against climate change and a new report by the United Nations climate science agency has declared that it is now or never. The report spells out some of the actions needed to be taken in this decade to contain global warming.

UN Report: 'Now or Never' to avoid climate change catastrophe

<p><strong>Here are some of the top stories to start your day:&nbsp;</strong>As Ukraine claimed to have liberated Kyiv region, the US said it is working with its allies to send "longer-range anti-aircraft systems, artillery systems and coastal defence systems" to Ukraine.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-may-send-longer-range-anti-aircraft-systems-artillery-to-ukraine-468423">US may send longer-range anti-aircraft systems, artillery to Ukraine</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/05/252415-uk11.jpg" />US national security advisor Jake Sullivan said the US is working on new sanctions measures to cripple the ruble in order to halt Putin's war machine with further sanctions announcements this week.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/pak-sc-notes-violations-in-no-trust-proceedings-says-dy-speaker-has-no-authority-to-pass-ruling-468425">Pak SC notes violations in no-trust proceedings, says Dy Speaker has no authority to pass ruling</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/05/252417-supreme-court.jpg" />Pakistan Supreme Court expressed doubts on the jurisdiction of the deputy speaker who called the no-confidence motion filed by the opposition members “unconstitutional” and rejected their plea.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/shanghais-covid-mission-impossible-38k-health-workers-deployed-sampling-of-25-million-residents-completed-468430">Shanghai's COVID 'mission impossible': 38k health workers deployed, sampling of 25 million residents completed</a></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/05/252423-testing1.jpg" />As Shanghai battles the Omicron wave amid the&nbsp;lockdown, China's state-run Global Times said authorities had deployed 38,000 health workers during testing which is the largest number of medical aid since the virus broke out in Wuhan over two years ago.</p>

<p><strong>Imran Khan calls for protests, PTI supporters rally at Islamabad</strong></p>

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Here are some of the top stories to start your day: As Ukraine claimed to have liberated Kyiv region, the US said it is working with its allies to send "longer-range anti-aircraft systems, artillery systems and coastal defence systems" to Ukraine.

Here are some of the top stories to start your day: As Ukraine claimed to have liberated Kyiv region, the US said it is working with its allies to send "longer-range anti-aircraft systems, artillery systems and coastal defence systems" to Ukraine. US may send longer-range anti-aircraft systems, artillery to Ukraine US national security advisor Jake Sullivan said the US is working on new sanctions measures to cripple the ruble in order to halt Putin's war machine with further sanctions announcements this week. Pak SC notes violations in no-trust proceedings, says Dy Speaker has no authority to pass ruling Pakistan Supreme Court expressed doubts on the jurisdiction of the deputy speaker who called the no-confidence motion filed by the opposition members “unconstitutional” and rejected their plea. Shanghai's COVID 'mission impossible': 38k health workers deployed, sampling of 25 million residents completed As Shanghai battles the Omicron wave amid the lockdown, China's state-run Global Times said authorities had deployed 38,000 health workers during testing which is the largest number of medical aid since the virus broke out in Wuhan over two years ago. Imran Khan calls for protests, PTI supporters rally at Islamabad French Presidential Elections | Emmanuel Macron vs Marine Le Pen: The battle over pension reforms

Morning news brief: Pakistan SC finds discrepancies in no-trust ruling and more

The union that Amazon.com Inc workers recently voted to represent them has demanded the company start bargaining in early May and cease any changes to employment terms at their warehouse in the interim, according to a letter the group issued Saturday on Twitter.

Amazon's new union demands company start bargaining in early May

The economic mismanagement is threatening the political stability of the Gotabaya Rajapaksa government. Sri Lanka's entire cabinet has resigned from their posts, this is except the president Gotabaya Rajapaksa and PM Mahinda Rajapaksa amid the most painful economic downturn. For more on this we are joined by our correspondent Dasuni Ahauda and Dr Aruna Kulatunga, political analyst.

Economic Crisis: Sri Lankan cabinet resigns en masse | Dr Aruna Kulatunga Exclusive

Hungary's nationalist Prime Minister Viktor Orban scored a fourth consecutive landslide win in Sunday's election.

Hungary: Viktor Orban scores fourth consecutive win in general elections

<p><strong>Here are some of the top stories to start your day:&nbsp;</strong>Amid large scale protests against the government over the escalating economic crisis in the country, Sri Lanka's entire cabinet resigned on Sunday. In other news, a Hindu woman was assaulted by an alleged cop in Bangladesh for sporting bindi.</p>

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<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3"><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lankas-cabinet-resigns-as-protesters-defy-curfew-468104">Sri Lanka's cabinet resigns as protesters defy curfew</a></p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3"><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/04/252141-la1.JPG" />There have been widespread protests in the past few days against President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and his brother Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa amid shortage of fuel, rising inflation and large scale power cuts which has crippled the country's economy.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3"><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/imran-khan-is-officially-no-longer-pakistans-prime-minister-468047">Imran Khan to continue as Pakistan prime minister until caretaker PM is appointed</a></p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3"><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/03/252109-khan.jpg" />Imran Khan will continue to dispose of his duties as the prime minister, Pakistan President Arif Alvi said hours after the cricketer-turned-politician was de-notified as PM by the cabinet secretary. Under Article 224 A of the Pakistan Constitution, Khan will dispose of his duties as the PM until an interim/caretaker premiere is appointed.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3"><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraines-new-law-1-million-reward-for-russian-soldier-who-surrenders-jet-warship-468132">Ukraine's new law: $1 million 'reward' for Russian soldier who surrenders jet, warship</a></p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3"><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/04/252157-kyiv11.JPG" />According to reports, Ukraine's parliament has passed a new law to offer rewards of upto $1 million for defecting Russian soldiers who can hand over a warship or a combat aircraft to the country's Army.</p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3"><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/news-surprise-debut-ukraine-president-zelensky-makes-virtual-appearance-at-grammys-2022-468115">Surprise debut! Ukraine President Zelensky makes virtual appearance at Grammys 2022</a></p>

<p data-changed="false" data-paragraphid="3"><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/04/04/252147-new-8.jpg" />While we did know that The Recording Academy was donating for the cause of Ukraine amid the ongoing crisis with their neighbour country Russia, it was a surprise when the Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky made his debut at the Grammys stage. He appeared via video call as those present looked on and listened to what he had to say.&nbsp;</p>

<p>&nbsp;<strong>France presidential elections: Will Macron win re-election bid?</strong></p>

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Here are some of the top stories to start your day: Amid large scale protests against the government over the escalating economic crisis in the country, Sri Lanka's entire cabinet resigned on Sunday.

Here are some of the top stories to start your day: Amid large scale protests against the government over the escalating economic crisis in the country, Sri Lanka's entire cabinet resigned on Sunday. In other news, a Hindu woman was assaulted by an alleged cop in Bangladesh for sporting bindi. Click on headlines to read the full report: Sri Lanka's cabinet resigns as protesters defy curfew There have been widespread protests in the past few days against President Gotabaya Rajapaksa and his brother Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa amid shortage of fuel, rising inflation and large scale power cuts which has crippled the country's economy. Imran Khan to continue as Pakistan prime minister until caretaker PM is appointed Imran Khan will continue to dispose of his duties as the prime minister, Pakistan President Arif Alvi said hours after the cricketer-turned-politician was de-notified as PM by the cabinet secretary. Under Article 224 A of the Pakistan Constitution, Khan will dispose of his duties as the PM until an interim/caretaker premiere is appointed. Ukraine's new law: $1 million 'reward' for Russian soldier who surrenders jet, warship According to reports, Ukraine's parliament has passed a new law to offer rewards of upto $1 million for defecting Russian soldiers who can hand over a warship or a combat aircraft to the country's Army. Surprise debut! Ukraine President Zelensky makes virtual appearance at Grammys 2022 While we did know that The Recording Academy was donating for the cause of Ukraine amid the ongoing crisis with their neighbour country Russia, it was a surprise when the Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky made his debut at the Grammys stage. He appeared via video call as those present looked on and listened to what he had to say. France presidential elections: Will Macron win re-election bid?

Morning news brief: Sri Lankan cabinet ministers resign en masse and more

Imran Khan will continue to dispose of his duties as the prime minister, Pakistan President Arif Alvi said hours after the cricketer-turned-politician was de-notified as PM by the cabinet secretary.

Pakistan: Imran Khan to remain caretaker PM appointed

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<p>In Pakistan political crisis updates, will PM Imran Khan survive no-confidence vote?&nbsp;Irpin, Bucha, Gostomel and the whole Kyiv region have been liberated, said Ukraine.&nbsp;Sri Lanka has imposed nationwide social media blackout, showed network data.&nbsp;North Korea has slammed South minister’s remarks over military strike capability.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/live-pakistan-political-crisis-updates-will-pm-imran-khan-deliver-on-no-confidence-vote-day-467823"><strong>Live: Pak political crisis updates: Will Imran survive no-confidence vote?</strong></a></p>

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<p>Pakistan PM Imran Khan's government faces no-confidence vote in Parliament today. All eyes will be on the cricketer-turned-politician who has declared that he will play till the last ball.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/irpin-bucha-gostomel-and-the-whole-kyiv-region-liberated-ukraine-467833"><strong>Irpin, Bucha, Gostomel and the whole Kyiv region liberated: Ukraine</strong></a></p>

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<p>Amid the fighting in Ukraine, the country's defence minister Ganna Maliar said Ukraine has regained control of "the whole Kyiv region".</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/amid-weekend-curfew-sri-lanka-imposes-nationwide-social-media-blackout-shows-network-data-467827"><strong>Sri Lanka imposes nationwide social media blackout, shows network data</strong></a></p>

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<p>To curb protests, the government of Sri Lanka seems to have also come up with a nationwide social media blackout, an independent monitor confirmed citing real-time network data.&nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/north-korea-slams-south-ministers-remarks-over-military-strike-capability-warns-of-response-467835"><strong>North Korea slams South minister’s remarks over military strike capability</strong></a></p>

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<p>Threats and counterstatements seem to have become rife in Koreas. In the latest development, Kim Yo Jong, who is the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, condemned South Korean defence minister's remarks on Sunday, state news agency KCNA reported. &nbsp;</p>

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<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;White House press secretary Jen Psaki to leave White House</strong></p>

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To get your day started, here are some stories. In Pakistan political crisis updates, will PM Imran Khan survive no-confidence vote? Irpin, Bucha, Gostomel and the whole Kyiv region have been liberated, said Ukraine.

To get your day started, here are some stories. In Pakistan political crisis updates, will PM Imran Khan survive no-confidence vote? Irpin, Bucha, Gostomel and the whole Kyiv region have been liberated, said Ukraine. Sri Lanka has imposed nationwide social media blackout, showed network data. North Korea has slammed South minister’s remarks over military strike capability. Live: Pak political crisis updates: Will Imran survive no-confidence vote? Pakistan PM Imran Khan's government faces no-confidence vote in Parliament today. All eyes will be on the cricketer-turned-politician who has declared that he will play till the last ball. Irpin, Bucha, Gostomel and the whole Kyiv region liberated: Ukraine Amid the fighting in Ukraine, the country's defence minister Ganna Maliar said Ukraine has regained control of "the whole Kyiv region". Sri Lanka imposes nationwide social media blackout, shows network data To curb protests, the government of Sri Lanka seems to have also come up with a nationwide social media blackout, an independent monitor confirmed citing real-time network data. North Korea slams South minister’s remarks over military strike capability Threats and counterstatements seem to have become rife in Koreas. In the latest development, Kim Yo Jong, who is the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, condemned South Korean defence minister's remarks on Sunday, state news agency KCNA reported. Watch: White House press secretary Jen Psaki to leave White House ×

Morning news brief: Pak political crisis updates, Kyiv region liberated, and more

While the no confidence vote is underway today, the last few days have shown that PM Imran Khan has a loyal base at home as on his one command his supporters appear out of thin air. WION's principal correspondent Anas Mallick brings us more on this.

No-Confidence vote today: Is public support enough for Imran Khan to retain power?

It is the final showdown in Pakistan and in his address to the nation Imran Khan ruled out his resignation; Imran Khan says he will fight till the last ball. Will Imran Khan survive the Sunday vote? Watch this report by Anas Mallick to get more details.

Final countdown for Pak PM: Imran Khan's public outcry against opposition

Sri Lankan president Gotabaya Rajapaksa has now issued a gazette that prohibits anyone from being in public spaces like parks, recreation spots, railways, seashore public roads and more unless they have a written permission to do so.

Sri Lankan President Gotabaya Rajapaksa declares public emergency

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<p>After protests turned ugly, Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has declared emergency in the country. Russia has been making 'slow but noticeable' withdrawal from northern areas, said Ukraine president.&nbsp;Ahead of no-confidence motion, Pakistan PM Imran Khan has claimed&nbsp;his life is in danger.&nbsp;WHO has warned&nbsp;about new Omicron hybrid XE. Is it more transmissible?</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/after-protests-turned-ugly-sri-lankas-president-gotabaya-rajapaksa-declares-emergency-467576"><strong>After protests turned ugly, Sri Lanka's president declares emergency</strong></a></p>

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<p>Economic crisis in Sri Lanka has taken an ugly turn. After protests turned violent, Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has declared a state of emergency in the country on Saturday.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-making-slow-but-noticeable-withdrawal-from-northern-areas-president-zelensky-467569"><strong>Russia making 'slow but noticeable' withdrawal from northern areas: Zelensky</strong></a></p>

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<p>Ukraine President Zelensky in a video message said Russian troops were making a “slow but noticeable” withdrawal from northern areas.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/ahead-of-no-confidence-motion-pak-pm-imran-khan-claims-his-life-is-in-danger-467580"><strong>Ahead of no-confidence motion, Pak PM Imran Khan claims his life is in danger &nbsp;</strong></a></p>

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<p>As a no-confidence motion is going to be held in the National Assembly on Sunday, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has claimed his "life is in danger" on Friday, an ANI report citing local media said. &nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explainer-who-warns-about-new-omicron-hybrid-xe-is-it-more-transmissible-467582"><strong>Explainer: WHO warns about new Omicron hybrid XE: Is it more transmissible?</strong></a></p>

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<p>As the world battles the Omicron variant, the World Health Organisation(WHO) has informed about the Covid hybrid Omicron XE which is a recombinant strain. It is a mutant hybrid of the two virus versions - Omicron variant BA.1 and BA.2.</p>

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To get your day started, here are some stories. After protests turned ugly, Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has declared emergency in the country. Russia has been making 'slow but noticeable' withdrawal from northern areas, said Ukraine president.

To get your day started, here are some stories. After protests turned ugly, Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has declared emergency in the country. Russia has been making 'slow but noticeable' withdrawal from northern areas, said Ukraine president. Ahead of no-confidence motion, Pakistan PM Imran Khan has claimed his life is in danger. WHO has warned about new Omicron hybrid XE. Is it more transmissible? After protests turned ugly, Sri Lanka's president declares emergency Economic crisis in Sri Lanka has taken an ugly turn. After protests turned violent, Sri Lanka's President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has declared a state of emergency in the country on Saturday. Russia making 'slow but noticeable' withdrawal from northern areas: Zelensky Ukraine President Zelensky in a video message said Russian troops were making a “slow but noticeable” withdrawal from northern areas. Ahead of no-confidence motion, Pak PM Imran Khan claims his life is in danger As a no-confidence motion is going to be held in the National Assembly on Sunday, Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has claimed his "life is in danger" on Friday, an ANI report citing local media said. Explainer: WHO warns about new Omicron hybrid XE: Is it more transmissible? As the world battles the Omicron variant, the World Health Organisation(WHO) has informed about the Covid hybrid Omicron XE which is a recombinant strain. It is a mutant hybrid of the two virus versions - Omicron variant BA.1 and BA.2. Watch: Getting inked is a crime in South Korea as it upholds the ban on Tattoos ×

Morning news brief: Russian withdrawal, Pak PM 'life is in danger' claim, and more

<p>To get your day started, here are some stories.</p>

<p>Sri Lanka has imposed curfew after protests outside President’s home turned violent. In Russia-Ukraine war, negotiations for peace is set to resume as attacks continue. A terrorist has been killed in encounter at Jammu &amp; Kashmir's Shopian district.&nbsp;Changing earlier plan, UK to ban gay conversion therapy now, said a report.<br />
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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/sri-lanka-imposes-curfew-after-protests-outside-president-rajapaksas-home-turn-violent-467296"><strong>Sri Lanka imposes curfew after protests outside President’s home turn violent</strong></a></p>

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<p>Late Thursday evening, citizens in Sri Lanka's capital, Colombo, exploded in protest after weeks of suffering from a severe economic crisis.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-war-negotiations-set-to-resume-as-attacks-still-continue-467302"><strong>Russia-Ukraine War: Negotiations for peace set to resume as attacks continue</strong></a></p>

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<p>Negotiations to end the Russian invasion of Ukraine are set to resume while attacks in the south and east continue, a Reuters report said. &nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/changing-earlier-plan-uk-to-ban-gay-conversion-therapy-now-says-report-467306"><strong>Changing earlier plan, UK to ban gay conversion therapy now, says report</strong></a></p>

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<p>After getting an angry response from LGBT groups and some lawmakers, the UK government seems to have decided to ban conversion therapy for gay or bisexual people in England and Wales, ITV reported on Thursday. &nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/terrorist-killed-in-encounter-at-jammu-kashmirs-shopian-district-467298"><strong>Terrorist killed in encounter at Jammu &amp; Kashmir's Shopian district</strong></a></p>

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<p>An unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter with security personnel in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian region on Friday.</p>


To get your day started, here are some stories. Sri Lanka has imposed curfew after protests outside President’s home turned violent. In Russia-Ukraine war, negotiations for peace is set to resume as attacks continue.

To get your day started, here are some stories. Sri Lanka has imposed curfew after protests outside President’s home turned violent. In Russia-Ukraine war, negotiations for peace is set to resume as attacks continue. A terrorist has been killed in encounter at Jammu & Kashmir's Shopian district. Changing earlier plan, UK to ban gay conversion therapy now, said a report. Sri Lanka imposes curfew after protests outside President’s home turn violent Late Thursday evening, citizens in Sri Lanka's capital, Colombo, exploded in protest after weeks of suffering from a severe economic crisis. Russia-Ukraine War: Negotiations for peace set to resume as attacks continue Negotiations to end the Russian invasion of Ukraine are set to resume while attacks in the south and east continue, a Reuters report said. Changing earlier plan, UK to ban gay conversion therapy now, says report After getting an angry response from LGBT groups and some lawmakers, the UK government seems to have decided to ban conversion therapy for gay or bisexual people in England and Wales, ITV reported on Thursday. Terrorist killed in encounter at Jammu & Kashmir's Shopian district An unidentified terrorist was killed in an encounter with security personnel in Jammu and Kashmir's Shopian region on Friday.

Morning news brief: Curfew in Sri Lanka, Jammu & Kashmir encounter, and more

It is the final countdown in Pakistan and prime minister Imran Khan's future is hanging in balance. On the other side, opposition in Pakistan has accused Imran Khan of damaging country. Watch this exclusive report by Anas Mallick.

Pakistan PM Imran Khan's future hangs in balance, opposition accuses PM of damaging country

Pakistan's prime minister Imran Khan has refused to resign. Imran Khan said opposition is selling Pakistan's sovereignty and people must remember the faces of traitors.

Pak Prime Minister Imran Khan says opposition is selling Pakistan's sovereignty

In a recent update on Pakistan political turmoil, Imran Khan has now decided to share the contents of the secret letter that allegedly contains evidence of international conspiracy and threats against him in the national assembly. To get more update on this we are joined by Anas Mallick.

Pakistan political turmoil: Can 'secret letter' save Imran Khan?

While addressing the Islamabad security dialogue on Friday, Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan lauded India for protecting its foreign policy. He has also accused the opposition in Pakistan of sacrificing the country's economy and humiliating the country for their own benefits.

The final countdown: Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan lauds India for second time

Pakistan Political Crisis: Prime Minister Imran Khan to return to pavillion?

US President Joe Biden announced on Thursday that his government will release one million barrels of oil per day from the nation's strategic petroleum reserve for the next six months, this is a part of Biden administration's efforts to keep the oil prices under control.

United States to release crude from strategic stockpile reserves

It is the final showdown in Pakistan and in his address to the nation Imran Khan ruled out his resignation; captain Khan says he will fight till the last ball.

Pakistan Political crisis: Embattled Imran Khan cries western plot

In a last-ditch effort to retain his position Pakistan PM Imran Khan has now decided to share the secret letter that allegedly contains evidence of international conspiracy and threats against him in the national assembly today.

Imran Khan's hit wicket: Opposition lawmakers chant 'Go Imran Go' in assembly

Political crisis in North Africa's Tunisia has intensified after the dissolution of the parliament president Kais Saied has ruled out elections for at least the next three months.

Political crisis in Tunisia has intensified as President Kais Saied extends 8-month power grab

Pakistan PM Imran Khan calls national security meeting, set to unveil 'secret letter'

<p>In the US, after decades, finally, the hate crime of lynching has been made a federal crime. In other news, COVID-19 is continuing its global rampage, with&nbsp;France, Italy, Germany, and the United Kingdom reporting an alarmingly high number of cases.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-makes-the-pure-terror-of-lynching-a-federal-crime-466801">Biden makes the 'pure terror' of lynching a federal crime</a></strong></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/03/28/250789-biden-2.png" />US President Joe Biden has&nbsp;signed a bill making lynching a federal hate crime, putting an end to more than a century of delays in criminalising the symbol of what he called "pure terror."</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/global-rise-in-covid-19-cases-european-countries-china-see-fresh-spike-466798">Global rise in COVID-19 cases: European countries, China see fresh spike</a></strong></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/03/22/249315-covid.jpg" />After a month of decline, COVID-19 cases began to rise around the world last week, with lockdowns in Asia and China struggling to contain an outbreak.&nbsp;This month has seen an increase in COVID-19 cases in France, Italy, Germany, and the United Kingdom.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-exclusive-putin-should-be-behind-bars-ex-ukraine-president-petro-poroshenko-tells-wion-from-war-zone-466807">Watch | Exclusive: Putin should be behind bars, ex-Ukraine president Petro Poroshenko tells WION from war zone</a></strong></p>

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<p>Ukraine and Russia are currently involved in peace talks with Moscow promising to cut back military activity. However, former Ukraine president Petro Poroshenko believes Russia cannot be trusted.</p>

<p><strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/war-in-ukraine-enhances-eus-resolve-to-act-in-indo-pacific-says-top-diplomat-gabriele-466800">War in Ukraine enhances EU's resolve to act in Indo Pacific, says top diplomat Gabriele</a></strong></p>

<p><img src="https://cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/styles/story_page/public/2022/03/30/251159-whatsapp-image-2022-03-30-at-65934-am.jpeg" />EU Special Envoy for the Indo-Pacific Gabriele Visentin who is in Delhi has said that the war in Ukraine "does not reduce the resolve of the EU to act in the Indo pacific"<br />
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<strong>Watch |&nbsp;Russia says it will reduce attacks in Kyiv, Chernihiv during peace talks with Ukraine</strong></p>

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In the US, after decades, finally, the hate crime of lynching has been made a federal crime. In other news, COVID-19 is continuing its global rampage, with France, Italy, Germany, and the United Kingdom reporting an alarmingly high number of cases.

In the US, after decades, finally, the hate crime of lynching has been made a federal crime. In other news, COVID-19 is continuing its global rampage, with France, Italy, Germany, and the United Kingdom reporting an alarmingly high number of cases. Biden makes the 'pure terror' of lynching a federal crime US President Joe Biden has signed a bill making lynching a federal hate crime, putting an end to more than a century of delays in criminalising the symbol of what he called "pure terror." Global rise in COVID-19 cases: European countries, China see fresh spike After a month of decline, COVID-19 cases began to rise around the world last week, with lockdowns in Asia and China struggling to contain an outbreak. This month has seen an increase in COVID-19 cases in France, Italy, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Watch | Exclusive: Putin should be behind bars, ex-Ukraine president Petro Poroshenko tells WION from war zone Ukraine and Russia are currently involved in peace talks with Moscow promising to cut back military activity. However, former Ukraine president Petro Poroshenko believes Russia cannot be trusted. War in Ukraine enhances EU's resolve to act in Indo Pacific, says top diplomat Gabriele EU Special Envoy for the Indo-Pacific Gabriele Visentin who is in Delhi has said that the war in Ukraine "does not reduce the resolve of the EU to act in the Indo pacific" Watch | Russia says it will reduce attacks in Kyiv, Chernihiv during peace talks with Ukraine

Morning news brief: Lynching a federal crime in US, Covid cases on a rise once again, and more

MQM-P has officially broke alliance with the government and has joined hands with the opposition. Prime Minister Imran Khan will be losing his majority in the national assembly.

Imran's hit wicket: Opposition claims support of over 172 lawmakers

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