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The Ukrainian government has decided to take control of five companies which included engine maker Sich PJSC and oil producer Ukrnafta PJSC, according to a report on Bloomberg. In other news, Twitter boss Elon Musk has explicitly appealed to American voters to vote for 'Republican Congress' in midterm elections due on November 8.
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Ukraine announces 'strategic requisitions' of five companies for war effort
The Ukrainian government has decided to take control of five companies which included engine maker Sich PJSC and oil producer Ukrnafta PJSC, according to a report on Bloomberg. Oleksiy Danilov, secretary of the National Security and Defense Council, said that the decision was taken to “help in the war effort” as the ongoing conflict with Russia wages on.
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The Royals enter the Doctor Who universe: King Charles and Queen Camilla beam into Commonwealth Games in TARDIS
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'Massive attack coming... wait, never mind': Iran mocks US 'theatre diplomacy,' rejects Trump's claim of Hormuz progress
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'I was almost trafficked in Paris,' says Australian woman, shares terrifying ordeal - 'I am on the black market'
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France offers deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets, with 94 to be made in India
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Ukrainian astronomers see gargantuan objects dashing at 39,600 kmph on the Moon - 'They can reach Earth in 20 minutes'
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Pakistan inks defence pact with Somalia amid Houthi threat in Bab al-Mandab | Gravitas
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India avoids higher US tariff, secures lower 10% rate. Here's how
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Zendaya and Tom Holland celebrate their marriage with private reception in England
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Lightning bolt strikes football field in Thailand, killing a player during a match
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Mark Zuckerberg apologises to Indian government over harmful content, platform errors amid PM video row
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Who is Shreya Kalra? Meet the social media star who lifted the Lock Upp 2 trophy
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High-profile tennis club kills its long-term resident geese for pooping on the court
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New Friday OTT releases (August 7, 2026): Operation Safed Sagar, Vadhandhi, Main Vaapis Aaunga- 6 movies and TV shows on Netflix, Prime Video and more
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The Paradise teaser: Nani's intense avatar and stunning visuals impress fans; new release date announced
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The genetic roots of Tamils: 75,000 DNA markers decoded in latest study of Sangam-era settlement
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NZ female politician joins meeting from bathroom with underwear hanging - 'You can see my washing, you can see me'
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Squadron Leader Bhawana Kanth scripts history as Indian Air Force gets its first woman ‘Top Gun’ pilot
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'I would like to support...': Sonam Wangchuk reveals if he will join Jharkhand student protesters in Ranchi
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Several Indian states ban analogue paneer: Experts explain what it is and the health risks | WION Decodes
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Trump says Iranian school bombing photos could be AI-generated - 'I don’t think...'
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Bluefly: Priyanka Chopra joins Russell Crowe for new sci-fi action thriller
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'Dhoni Made Fleming Great': Panesar says ECB made the wrong choice for England Test coach
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Born in the USA? Trump targets 'birth tourism' with new birthright citizenship executive order
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Michael 2 plans revealed: Makers to start filming soon with THIS release window
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‘Certain munitions are unlimited, others...’: Did Trump admit some US weapons supplies were limited?
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Will ordinary Indian users have to pay for UPI? Nirmala Sitharaman breaks silence on Congress' MDR fee claim
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Why Russian tanks are much lighter compared to US tanks
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At least 4 killed 15 injured in shooting at school near Bangkok
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US may force more visa applicants to make social media accounts public under Trump's new plan
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Who is Abhay Kumar Tiwari? The alleged mastermind of Jharkhand exam paper leaks
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Secret weapon test blamed for US plane crash that killed four | Gravitas
In a huge development that can be seen as his political endorsement, Twitter boss Elon Musk has explicitly appealed American voters to vote for 'Republican Congress' in midterm elections due on November 8.
COP27 live updates: We’re on highway to climate hell, UN chief tells world leaders
The COP27 summit is underway at Sharm El Sheikh in Egypt and the global event will host representatives from around 120 members. WION brings you LIVE updates from the COP27 global summit.
Russian troops looting & occupying homes in Kherson for street fight, says Ukraine
Ukraine on Monday (November 7) accused Russia of looting homes in Kherson and occupying them with troops in civilian clothes to prepare for street fighting.
US midterms 2022: Democracy at risk, says Biden, while Trump teases a presidential rerun in 2024
The crucial US midterms are just days away and both Democrats and Republicans are fighting for every vote they can snatch from the other. The campaign trail is still hot with US President Joe Biden, former presidents Bill Clinton, Barack Obama and Donald Trump holding rallies across the country.
Twitter has been working towards reducing its workforce all around the world and according to reports, the company has decided to fire more than 90 per cent of its staff in India.
Imran Khan attack: Register FIR within 24 hours, Pak SC tells Punjab police
The Pakistan Supreme Court has directed the Punjab inspector general to register an FIR with regards to the attack on Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf chief Imran Khan in Wazirabad within 24 hours.
UK Police launch operation against disruptive climate change protestors and groups
United Kingdom's Metropolitan police has started an operation where it is taking pre-emptive action against climate change groups that are planning disruptive protests after the start of the United Nations Climate Change Conference, known as COP27.
Developed countries fall billions short on their ‘fair share’ of $100bn climate finance goal: Report
A recent analysis by Carbon Brief, a UK-based website, shows that developed countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and Canada have made smaller financial contributions than internationally agreed to in terms of their share of historical emissions.
Saudi Air Force’s F-15S fighter jet crashes during drill, pilots escape unhurt
A Saudi Air Force jet crashed at the King Abdulaziz Air Base training grounds due to a technical breakdown during a routine drill, the Saudi Press Agency reported early Monday.