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A high-profile keynote address by Vice President JD Vance was briefly thrown into chaos when a protester standing on the main floor unfurled and began waving Mexican and Palestinian flags, triggering an immediate and fiery response from the stage. The incident occurred as Vance was delivering a primetime speech emphasising border security and foreign policy alignment. The demonstrator stood up mid-address, holding the two foreign flags aloft while shouting at the podium. The sudden disruption instantly drew sharp reactions from surrounding attendees, causing a momentary pause in the convention proceedings as delegates booed the protester.&nbsp;Vance stopped his prepared remarks to address the demonstrator directly, pointing toward the individual from the podium. "Well, my friend, if you love Mexico so much, get you’re a** over there," Vance said to the arena floor.&nbsp;WATCH VIDEO HERE-

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&nbsp;&nbsp;The remark drew massive applause, cheers, and chants from the delegation crowd before security personnel intervened. Venue security officers quickly moved into the aisle, intercepted the individual, and escorted them out of the arena floor without further violent incident.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-wouldn-t-call-it-a-war-says-jd-vance-on-ongoing-conflict-with-iran-1788467837247">‘I wouldn’t call it a war,’ says JD Vance on ongoing conflict with Iran</a>&nbsp;The spectacle highlights ongoing tensions surrounding immigration rhetoric and international policy debates present at political conventions this cycle. Demonstrations involving Palestinian flags have been a recurring feature outside various political gatherings nationwide, though disruptions within closed party convention spaces remain strictly policed by venue authorities.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jd-vance-trump-kharg-island-post-iran-us-denies-strike-1788192311560">JD Vance says Trump’s Kharg Island AI video was a message to Iran</a>&nbsp;After security managed the situation and cleared the aisle, Vance regained control of the microphone, thanking the security staff for their swift handling of the situation before picking up his speech where he left off. Party officials declined to immediately release the identity of the removed demonstrator or clarify whether law enforcement filed formal charges following the eviction.

US Vice President JD Vance’s primetime keynote speech was briefly disrupted when a protester unfurled Mexican and Palestinian flags mid-address, drawing a sharp response from the stage.

A high-profile keynote address by Vice President JD Vance was briefly thrown into chaos when a protester standing on the main floor unfurled and began waving Mexican and Palestinian flags, triggering an immediate and fiery response from the stage. The incident occurred as Vance was delivering a primetime speech emphasising border security and foreign policy alignment. The demonstrator stood up mid-address, holding the two foreign flags aloft while shouting at the podium. The sudden disruption instantly drew sharp reactions from surrounding attendees, causing a momentary pause in the convention proceedings as delegates booed the protester. Vance stopped his prepared remarks to address the demonstrator directly, pointing toward the individual from the podium. "Well, my friend, if you love Mexico so much, get you’re a** over there," Vance said to the arena floor. WATCH VIDEO HERE-

US&nbsp;Vice President JD Vance’s primetime keynote speech was briefly disrupted when a protester unfurled Mexican and Palestinian flags mid-address, drawing a sharp response from the stage.

Chaos erupts at convention as protester waves Mexican and Palestinian flags during Vance address

New Delhi is preparing to roll out a cultural red carpet for the visiting spouses and family members of BRICS leaders, with an extensive itinerary covering India’s political heritage, modern art and traditional crafts. The cultural programme has been planned alongside the three-day BRICS summit beginning September 11. The visitors are scheduled to explore some of Delhi’s most prominent cultural institutions, including the National Crafts Museum and Hastkala Academy, Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya, the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) and the Central Cottage Industries Emporium.<h2>BRICS Leaders’ family members to visit key Delhi landmarks</h2>The visiting dignitaries are staying at three prominent Delhi hotels. The spouse of Burundi’s President is staying at The Lalit, while the spouse of the Philippines President is staying at Taj Mahal Hotel. The daughter and son-in-law of Iran’s President, along with the spouse of Ethiopia’s Prime Minister, are staying at The Oberoi. Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya is expected to be among the first major stops on the itinerary.&nbsp;“A designated museum official will accompany the visitors and take them through exhibits documenting India’s political journey and the lives and contributions of its prime ministers. The group will also visit the National Crafts Museum and Hastkala Academy, where a special BRICS Bazaar is being organised on September 12. The bazaar will feature crafts and products from BRICS countries, turning the event into a showcase of the grouping’s cultural diversity,” he said, asking not to be named. The visit to the National Crafts Museum and Hastkala Academy is expected to highlight India’s traditional craftsmanship while also providing a platform to showcase cultural products from across the expanded BRICS grouping.<h2>Lunch at Indian Accent, visit to NGMA</h2>The itinerary also includes lunch at Indian Accent at The Lodhi, followed by a visit to Jaipur House, which houses the National Gallery of Modern Art. “He added that a lunch has been planned at Indian Accent at The Lodhi, followed by a visit to Jaipur House, which houses the NGMA. “The NGMA visit will give the guests a glimpse of India’s modern and contemporary artistic traditions,” the officer added.” The NGMA stop will give the visiting family members an opportunity to experience India’s modern and contemporary art traditions. Another major stop on the programme is the Central Cottage Industries Emporium at Jawahar Vyapar Bhawan.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/vladimir-putin-in-new-delhi-for-brics-summit-russia-india-defence-energy-and-nuclear-ties-in-focus-ahead-of-meeting-with-pm-modi-1789091415829">Vladimir Putin in New Delhi for BRICS Summit: Russia-India defence, energy and nuclear ties in focus ahead of meeting with PM Modi</a><h2>Cottage emporium to close temporarily for VIP visit</h2>The Central Cottage Industries Emporium is expected to remain closed to regular customers for several hours to facilitate the VIP visit. The spouses are scheduled to arrive at around 2pm, with the programme expected to continue until approximately 4pm. Security arrangements have been significantly strengthened in view of the high-profile movements. Multiple quick reaction teams (QRTs), several companies of Delhi Police and ambulances are being deployed at key locations and along the designated routes.The additional security deployment is aimed at ensuring smooth movement of the visiting dignitaries while maintaining emergency-response preparedness.&nbsp;Officials have also kept the itinerary flexible in case of rain or changes in movement requirements. The Cottage Emporium visit could be adjusted depending on weather conditions. “The carefully planned programme is more than a ceremonial diversion. It offers India an opportunity to showcase its political heritage, contemporary art and traditional craftsmanship to representatives of the expanded Brics grouping,” said the second officer cited above. The programme is expected to serve as both a cultural showcase and a diplomatic engagement, giving the visiting spouses and family members a closer look at India’s political history, artistic traditions and handicraft heritage during the BRICS summit.

BRICS leaders’ spouses and family members will visit Delhi museums, NGMA and craft centres as India showcases its culture during the summit

New Delhi is preparing to roll out a cultural red carpet for the visiting spouses and family members of BRICS leaders, with an extensive itinerary covering India’s political heritage, modern art and traditional crafts. The cultural programme has been planned alongside the three-day BRICS summit beginning September 11. The visitors are scheduled to explore some of Delhi’s most prominent cultural institutions, including the National Crafts Museum and Hastkala Academy, Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya, the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) and the Central Cottage Industries Emporium. BRICS Leaders’ family members to visit key Delhi landmarks The visiting dignitaries are staying at three prominent Delhi hotels. The spouse of Burundi’s President is staying at The Lalit, while the spouse of the Philippines President is staying at Taj Mahal Hotel. The daughter and son-in-law of Iran’s President, along with the spouse of Ethiopia’s Prime Minister, are staying at The Oberoi. Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya is expected to be among the first major stops on the itinerary. “A designated museum official will accompany the visitors and take them through exhibits documenting India’s political journey and the lives and contributions of its prime ministers. The group will also visit the National Crafts Museum and Hastkala Academy, where a special BRICS Bazaar is being organised on September 12. The bazaar will feature crafts and products from BRICS countries, turning the event into a showcase of the grouping’s cultural diversity,” he said, asking not to be named. The visit to the National Crafts Museum and Hastkala Academy is expected to highlight India’s traditional craftsmanship while also providing a platform to showcase cultural products from across the expanded BRICS grouping. Lunch at Indian Accent, visit to NGMA The itinerary also includes lunch at Indian Accent at The Lodhi, followed by a visit to Jaipur House, which houses the National Gallery of Modern Art. “He added that a lunch has been planned at Indian Accent at The Lodhi, followed by a visit to Jaipur House, which houses the NGMA. “The NGMA visit will give the guests a glimpse of India’s modern and contemporary artistic traditions,” the officer added.” The NGMA stop will give the visiting family members an opportunity to experience India’s modern and contemporary art traditions. Another major stop on the programme is the Central Cottage Industries Emporium at Jawahar Vyapar Bhawan. Also Read: Vladimir Putin in New Delhi for BRICS Summit: Russia-India defence, energy and nuclear ties in focus ahead of meeting with PM Modi Cottage emporium to close temporarily for VIP visit The Central Cottage Industries Emporium is expected to remain closed to regular customers for several hours to facilitate the VIP visit. The spouses are scheduled to arrive at around 2pm, with the programme expected to continue until approximately 4pm. Security arrangements have been significantly strengthened in view of the high-profile movements. Multiple quick reaction teams (QRTs), several companies of Delhi Police and ambulances are being deployed at key locations and along the designated routes. The additional security deployment is aimed at ensuring smooth movement of the visiting dignitaries while maintaining emergency-response preparedness. Officials have also kept the itinerary flexible in case of rain or changes in movement requirements. The Cottage Emporium visit could be adjusted depending on weather conditions. “The carefully planned programme is more than a ceremonial diversion. It offers India an opportunity to showcase its political heritage, contemporary art and traditional craftsmanship to representatives of the expanded Brics grouping,” said the second officer cited above. The programme is expected to serve as both a cultural showcase and a diplomatic engagement, giving the visiting spouses and family members a closer look at India’s political history, artistic traditions and handicraft heritage during the BRICS summit.

BRICS leaders’ family members will tour New Delhi’s museums, art galleries and craft centres as India showcases its heritage during the summit

BRICS Summit 2026: From PM museum to modern art, Delhi rolls out a cultural welcome for leaders' family members

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in New Delhi to attend the BRICS summit and hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with the two leaders expected to discuss ways to deepen cooperation in defence, energy and technology. Modi and Putin last met on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Bishkek last week. During their meeting, the Prime Minister urged Putin to move from an ‘endless war towards the end of war’, in a reference to the Russia-Ukraine conflict that started five years ago following Moscow’s full-scale invasion.&nbsp;"We have to move from a situation of 'endless war' to 'end of war'... It is humanity's wish that the end of this war happens as soon as possible," PM Modi said. The Modi-Putin meeting, scheduled for Friday, is expected to cover several issues of strategic importance to both countries, including defence cooperation and proposed upgrades to the BrahMos missile system. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said earlier this week that India and Russia were discussing upgrades to the BrahMos missile. He also said Moscow remained committed to completing the pending deliveries of the S-400 air defence systems, while the two sides were discussing the proposed supply of Su-57 fighter jets to India.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/from-putin-xi-to-pezeshkian-who-is-coming-when-for-brics-summit-in-new-delhi-check-full-schedule-1789062121834">From Putin, Xi to Pezeshkian: Who is coming when for BRICS Summit in New Delhi? Check full schedule</a><h2>Watch the video of Putin arriving in New Delhi</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://x.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: Russian President Vladimir Putin arrives in India ahead of the BRICS Summit 2026. During his visit, he will also hold talks with PM Narendra Modi and have a series of bilateral meetings. <a href="https://t.co/pax5EW70Yu">pic.twitter.com/pax5EW70Yu</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://x.com/ANI/status/2098168103117169135?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 10, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

India and Russia are also expected to discuss New Delhi’s plans to establish new civil nuclear reactors. Peskov said negotiations on the proposed projects would be held between the two countries. Putin will also participate in the two-day BRICS summit being hosted by New Delhi. During his visit, the Russian President will address the Plenary Session of the annual BRICS Business Forum before visiting the Innoprom exhibition with PM Modi.&nbsp;On the sidelines of the summit, Putin is also scheduled to meet several international leaders, including South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim and Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. However, Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, who is visiting India after a gap of seven years, are not scheduled to hold a separate full-format bilateral meeting.&nbsp;Xi and Modi are set to hold talks on Saturday evening, with trade and investment expected to feature prominently in their discussions. The two leaders are also expected to review the broader situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). Meanwhile, PM Modi is scheduled to hold talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Friday.

Putin arrives in Delhi for BRICS 2026. PM Modi talks with Putin will focus on BrahMos, S-400, Su-57, defence, energy and nuclear cooperation

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in New Delhi to attend the BRICS summit and hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, with the two leaders expected to discuss ways to deepen cooperation in defence, energy and technology. Modi and Putin last met on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Bishkek last week. During their meeting, the Prime Minister urged Putin to move from an ‘endless war towards the end of war’, in a reference to the Russia-Ukraine conflict that started five years ago following Moscow’s full-scale invasion. "We have to move from a situation of 'endless war' to 'end of war'... It is humanity's wish that the end of this war happens as soon as possible," PM Modi said. The Modi-Putin meeting, scheduled for Friday, is expected to cover several issues of strategic importance to both countries, including defence cooperation and proposed upgrades to the BrahMos missile system. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said earlier this week that India and Russia were discussing upgrades to the BrahMos missile. He also said Moscow remained committed to completing the pending deliveries of the S-400 air defence systems, while the two sides were discussing the proposed supply of Su-57 fighter jets to India. Also Read: From Putin, Xi to Pezeshkian: Who is coming when for BRICS Summit in New Delhi? Check full schedule Watch the video of Putin arriving in New Delhi

Russia President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi for BRICS as meeting with PM Modi to focus on defence, BrahMos, S-400, Su-57, energy and nuclear cooperation

Vladimir Putin in New Delhi for BRICS Summit: Russia-India defence, energy and nuclear ties in focus ahead of meeting with PM Modi

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said on Thursday (Sept 10) that its navy had targeted a US unmanned surface vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, adding another flashpoint to the escalating conflict in West Asia.&nbsp;"The Navy of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targeted a Saildrone Explorer-type unmanned surface vessel in the Strait of Hormuz area," the IRGC said, according to Sepah news, which carried the statement under the headline "Destruction of a US Saildrone in the Strait of Hormuz".&nbsp;The IRGC said the Saildrone Explorer had been deployed in the region by the US Fifth Fleet, which is headquartered in Bahrain. The United States has previously operated Saildrone Explorer unmanned vessels in the Gulf to collect data and images.&nbsp;The sea drones are powered by solar and wind energy and can reportedly remain at sea for up to a year, allowing them to conduct extended surveillance missions.&nbsp;The latest claim came a day after Iran said it had captured an unmanned US submarine drone. The US military disputed Tehran's account, saying one of its underwater drones had "malfunctioned".<h3>Saudi Arabia issues danger warning</h3>Meanwhile, Saudi authorities issued brief danger alerts for Abha and Khamis Mushait, two areas near the country's border with Yemen.&nbsp;Saudi civil defence said the warnings were issued over a potential danger before being lifted shortly afterwards. Both locations had come under Houthi attacks earlier in the week.&nbsp;The alerts followed claims by Iran backed Houthi rebels that Saudi Arabia had carried out dozens of airstrikes against targets in Yemen.&nbsp;Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree said Saudi forces had launched 64 strikes across four Yemeni provinces in the previous 24 hours. The group said the attacks were carried out as it continued its campaign to gain control of the Bab al Mandab Strait.&nbsp;"Saudi enemy aircraft launched over the past 24 hours 64 airstrikes spread across the provinces of Taiz, Hodeidah, Marib and Al-Jawf using F-15 and Typhoon jets launched from the King Fahd base in Taif and King Khalid base in Khamis Mushait," Saree said, according to the Houthi affiliated Saba news agency.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/trump-administration-proposes-to-end-60-day-h-1b-grace-period-after-job-loss-indian-workers-may-be-hit-1789063258470">Trump administration proposes to end 60 day H-1B grace period after job loss; Indian workers to get impacted</a><h3>Oil prices cross $100</h3>The fresh military developments triggered renewed concerns over the security of vital oil supply routes, pushing crude prices sharply higher on Thursday.&nbsp;US benchmark West Texas Intermediate crude moved above $100 a barrel after the Houthis claimed they had taken control of the strategic Red Sea port city of Mocha.&nbsp;Brent crude also jumped around five per cent to above $106 a barrel, reaching its highest level since May.&nbsp;The escalation has fuelled fears that further disruptions around major shipping routes could put additional pressure on global energy supplies and inflation. The wider market also faced pressure as the European Central Bank raised its key interest rate, while bond yields climbed and stock prices fell.

Iran's IRGC targeted a US sea drone in the Strait of Hormuz as Saudi Arabia issued danger alerts amid Houthi attacks, while escalating tensions pushed oil prices above $100 a barrel.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said on Thursday (Sept 10) that its navy had targeted a US unmanned surface vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, adding another flashpoint to the escalating conflict in West Asia. "The Navy of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targeted a Saildrone Explorer-type unmanned surface vessel in the Strait of Hormuz area," the IRGC said, according to Sepah news, which carried the statement under the headline "Destruction of a US Saildrone in the Strait of Hormuz". The IRGC said the Saildrone Explorer had been deployed in the region by the US Fifth Fleet, which is headquartered in Bahrain. The United States has previously operated Saildrone Explorer unmanned vessels in the Gulf to collect data and images. The sea drones are powered by solar and wind energy and can reportedly remain at sea for up to a year, allowing them to conduct extended surveillance missions. The latest claim came a day after Iran said it had captured an unmanned US submarine drone. The US military disputed Tehran's account, saying one of its underwater drones had "malfunctioned". Saudi Arabia issues danger warning Meanwhile, Saudi authorities issued brief danger alerts for Abha and Khamis Mushait, two areas near the country's border with Yemen. Saudi civil defence said the warnings were issued over a potential danger before being lifted shortly afterwards. Both locations had come under Houthi attacks earlier in the week. The alerts followed claims by Iran backed Houthi rebels that Saudi Arabia had carried out dozens of airstrikes against targets in Yemen. Houthi military spokesman Yahya Saree said Saudi forces had launched 64 strikes across four Yemeni provinces in the previous 24 hours. The group said the attacks were carried out as it continued its campaign to gain control of the Bab al Mandab Strait. "Saudi enemy aircraft launched over the past 24 hours 64 airstrikes spread across the provinces of Taiz, Hodeidah, Marib and Al-Jawf using F-15 and Typhoon jets launched from the King Fahd base in Taif and King Khalid base in Khamis Mushait," Saree said, according to the Houthi affiliated Saba news agency. Also Read: Trump administration proposes to end 60 day H-1B grace period after job loss; Indian workers to get impacted Oil prices cross $100 The fresh military developments triggered renewed concerns over the security of vital oil supply routes, pushing crude prices sharply higher on Thursday. US benchmark West Texas Intermediate crude moved above $100 a barrel after the Houthis claimed they had taken control of the strategic Red Sea port city of Mocha. Brent crude also jumped around five per cent to above $106 a barrel, reaching its highest level since May. The escalation has fuelled fears that further disruptions around major shipping routes could put additional pressure on global energy supplies and inflation. The wider market also faced pressure as the European Central Bank raised its key interest rate, while bond yields climbed and stock prices fell.

Iran's IRGC targeted a US sea drone in the Strait of Hormuz as Saudi Arabia issued danger alerts amid Houthi attacks, while escalating tensions pushed oil prices above $100 a barrel.

West Asia tensions escalate: Iran targets US sea drone in Hormuz; Saudi issues danger alert, oil tops $100

As India prepares to host the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, the BRICS Business Forum is set to bring together senior government officials, business leaders and corporate executives from across the expanded grouping ahead of the main leaders' meeting.&nbsp;The business forum will take place on September 11, a day before the main BRICS Summit begins on September 12. It will provide a platform for policymakers and private sector representatives to discuss trade, investment, supply chains, agriculture, digital economy and cooperation among BRICS countries.&nbsp;Russian President Vladimir Putin is also set to attend the forum during his September 11 to September 13 visit to India. According to the Kremlin, Putin will address the plenary session of the annual BRICS Business Forum on September 11.&nbsp;Putin is also scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the same day. The two leaders will also visit the INNOPROM exhibition, organised by the industry and trade ministries of Russia and India.&nbsp;"On September 11, Vladimir Putin will address the plenary session of the annual BRICS Business Forum, which traditionally precedes the summit and serves as an important platform for dialogue among business representatives from BRICS countries. On the same day, the President of Russia will hold a bilateral meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and, together with him, visit the INNOPROM exhibition, organised by the two countries’ ministries of industry and trade," the Kremlin said.<h3>Who will attend the BRICS Business Forum?</h3>According to the events listed on the BRICS Business Forum website, the programme includes an opening session, five thematic panels and a leaders' session. The forum will feature government ministers, business council representatives, corporate executives and leaders of the BRICS Women's Business Alliance.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/from-putin-xi-to-pezeshkian-who-is-coming-when-for-brics-summit-in-new-delhi-check-full-schedule-1789062121834">From Putin, Xi to Pezeshkian: Who is coming when for BRICS Summit in New Delhi? Check full schedule</a><h3>Opening Session</h3>The opening session will feature senior government officials and business leaders, including:&nbsp;Piyush Goyal, Commerce and Industry Minister, Government of India.&nbsp;S Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister, Government of India.&nbsp;Maxim Reshetnikov, Minister of Economic Development of the Russian Federation.&nbsp;Jitin Prasada, Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, Government of India.&nbsp;Rajesh Agrawal, Secretary, Department of Commerce, Government of India.&nbsp;Jai Shroff, Chair, BRICS Business Council and Chairman and Group CEO, UPL Ltd.&nbsp;Avarna Jain, Chairperson, BRICS Women's Business Alliance and Vice Chairperson, Saregama India Ltd.Nirmal K Minda, President, ASSOCHAM and Chairman, Uno Minda Ltd.&nbsp;R Mukundan, President, CII and Managing Director and CEO, Tata Chemicals Ltd.Anant Goenka, Member, BRICS Business Council, President, FICCI and Vice Chairman, RPG Group.<h3>Panel 1: Strengthening trade and building resilient supply chains</h3>The first panel will examine ways to reduce non tariff barriers and build more resilient supply chains across BRICS economies.&nbsp;The session will feature:&nbsp;Sharvil Patel, Managing Director, Zydus Lifesciences Ltd, India&nbsp;José Serrador, Global Vice President, Embraer, Brazil&nbsp;Mtho Xulu, President, South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry, South Africa&nbsp;Beat Simon, COO, Global Logistics, DP World, UAE&nbsp;Luciana Brum, Head of Foreign Relations, Vale, Brazil&nbsp;Harsh Pati Singhania, Chair, International Chamber of Commerce&nbsp;Parikshit Luthra, Director, Policy and Government Partnerships, The Convergence Foundation, is listed as the moderator.<h3>Panel 2: Agriculture and agri tech</h3>The second panel will focus on promoting agricultural products and agri tech startups across BRICS economies.&nbsp;The session will feature:&nbsp;Chen Gang, Vice President, COFCO Corporation and Chair, BRICS Business Council Agri business Working Group, China&nbsp;Andrey Guryev, Chair, BRICS Business Council Russia and President, Russian Association of Fertilizer Producers, Russia&nbsp;Busisiwe Mabuza, Chair, BRICS Business Council South Africa, South Africa&nbsp;Sagar Kaushik, Chair, BRICS Business Council Agri business Working Group and President, UPL Limited, India&nbsp;Islam Salem, CEO, Eden Investment and Agricultural Development, Egypt&nbsp;Ahmad Al Hassan, CEO and MD, GCC Region, DP World, UAE&nbsp;Vikramjit Singh Sahney, Member, BRICS Business Council and Chairman, Sun International Ltd, India, is listed as the moderator.<h3>Panel 3: Intra BRICS trade in services</h3>The third panel will discuss new pathways for expanding trade in services among BRICS economies.The session will feature:&nbsp;Aryaman Vikram Birla, Director, Aditya Birla Group and Member, BRICS Business Council, India&nbsp;Yu Xubo, Chairman, China General Technology Group Holding Co Ltd and Member, BRICS Business Council, China&nbsp;Anindya N Bakrie, Chair, BRICS Business Council Indonesia, Chairman, KADIN and CEO, Bakrie Brothers Tbk, Indonesia&nbsp;Majid Ghassemi, Chair, BRICS Business Council Iran and CEO, Bank of Pasargad, Iran&nbsp;Kenenisa Lemi, Secretary General, Ethiopian Chamber of Commerce and Sectoral Associations, Ethiopia&nbsp;John Denton, Secretary General, International Chamber of Commerce&nbsp;Nilachal Mishra, Partner and Head, Government and Public Sector, KPMG India, is listed as the moderator.<h3>Panel 4: Women in business</h3>The fourth panel will focus on women in business and their role in building partnerships across BRICS economies.&nbsp;The session will feature:&nbsp;Monica Monteiro, Chairperson, BRICS WBA Brazil and Senior Executive Advisor, CNBC Brazil, Brazil&nbsp;Zhao Haiying, Chairperson, BRICS WBA China, China&nbsp;Marianne Ghali, Chairperson, BRICS WBA Egypt and Managing Director, Qalaa Holdings, Egypt&nbsp;Zahra Rahaie, Chairperson, BRICS WBA Iran and Founder and CEO, Navak Chemipakhsh, Iran&nbsp;Anna Nesterova, Chairperson, BRICS WBA Russia and Founder, Palekh Watch, Russia&nbsp;Lebogang Zulu, Chairperson, BRICS WBA South Africa and CEO, AV Group, South Africa&nbsp;Feryal Ahmadi, Chairperson, BRICS WBA UAE and Deputy CEO and COO, DMCC, UAE&nbsp;Avarna Jain, Chairperson, BRICS WBA and Vice Chairperson, Saregama India Ltd, is listed as the moderator.<h3>Panel 5: Digital economy and innovation</h3>The fifth panel will focus on the digital economy and innovation across the BRICS grouping.The session will feature:&nbsp;Vijay Shekhar Sharma, Founder and CEO, Paytm, India&nbsp;Alexander Vedyakhin, First Deputy Chairman of Executive Board, Sberbank, Russia&nbsp;Shahab Javanmardy, CEO, FANAP ICT Holding Co, Iran&nbsp;Ziaad Suleman, Chair, Digital Economy Working Group, South Africa Chapter, BRICS Business Council, South Africa&nbsp;Alison Aguiar Basso, Head, Tokyo, Banco do Brasil, Brazil&nbsp;Tejpreet Singh Chopra, Founder and CEO, Bharat Light &amp; Power Group, is listed as the moderator.<h3>Leaders' Session</h3>The BRICS Business Forum programme also includes a Leaders' Session featuring heads of state from BRICS member countries.&nbsp;Several heads of state are expected to participate in the high level session as part of the wider BRICS Summit. However, the names of the participating leaders have not yet been confirmed on the BRICS Business Forum website.&nbsp;The main BRICS Summit will be held in New Delhi on September 12 and September 13 under India's chairship, following the business forum on September 11.

The BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi will bring together Russian President Vladimir Putin, senior Indian ministers, business council leaders and top corporate executives ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit.

As India prepares to host the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, the BRICS Business Forum is set to bring together senior government officials, business leaders and corporate executives from across the expanded grouping ahead of the main leaders' meeting. The business forum will take place on September 11, a day before the main BRICS Summit begins on September 12. It will provide a platform for policymakers and private sector representatives to discuss trade, investment, supply chains, agriculture, digital economy and cooperation among BRICS countries. Russian President Vladimir Putin is also set to attend the forum during his September 11 to September 13 visit to India. According to the Kremlin, Putin will address the plenary session of the annual BRICS Business Forum on September 11. Putin is also scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the same day. The two leaders will also visit the INNOPROM exhibition, organised by the industry and trade ministries of Russia and India. "On September 11, Vladimir Putin will address the plenary session of the annual BRICS Business Forum, which traditionally precedes the summit and serves as an important platform for dialogue among business representatives from BRICS countries. On the same day, the President of Russia will hold a bilateral meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and, together with him, visit the INNOPROM exhibition, organised by the two countries’ ministries of industry and trade," the Kremlin said. Who will attend the BRICS Business Forum? According to the events listed on the BRICS Business Forum website, the programme includes an opening session, five thematic panels and a leaders' session. The forum will feature government ministers, business council representatives, corporate executives and leaders of the BRICS Women's Business Alliance. Also Read: From Putin, Xi to Pezeshkian: Who is coming when for BRICS Summit in New Delhi? Check full schedule Opening Session The opening session will feature senior government officials and business leaders, including: Piyush Goyal, Commerce and Industry Minister, Government of India. S Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister, Government of India. Maxim Reshetnikov, Minister of Economic Development of the Russian Federation. Jitin Prasada, Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, Government of India. Rajesh Agrawal, Secretary, Department of Commerce, Government of India. Jai Shroff, Chair, BRICS Business Council and Chairman and Group CEO, UPL Ltd. Avarna Jain, Chairperson, BRICS Women's Business Alliance and Vice Chairperson, Saregama India Ltd. Nirmal K Minda, President, ASSOCHAM and Chairman, Uno Minda Ltd. R Mukundan, President, CII and Managing Director and CEO, Tata Chemicals Ltd. Anant Goenka, Member, BRICS Business Council, President, FICCI and Vice Chairman, RPG Group. Panel 1: Strengthening trade and building resilient supply chains The first panel will examine ways to reduce non tariff barriers and build more resilient supply chains across BRICS economies. The session will feature: Sharvil Patel, Managing Director, Zydus Lifesciences Ltd, India José Serrador, Global Vice President, Embraer, Brazil Mtho Xulu, President, South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry, South Africa Beat Simon, COO, Global Logistics, DP World, UAE Luciana Brum, Head of Foreign Relations, Vale, Brazil Harsh Pati Singhania, Chair, International Chamber of Commerce Parikshit Luthra, Director, Policy and Government Partnerships, The Convergence Foundation, is listed as the moderator. Panel 2: Agriculture and agri tech The second panel will focus on promoting agricultural products and agri tech startups across BRICS economies. The session will feature: Chen Gang, Vice President, COFCO Corporation and Chair, BRICS Business Council Agri business Working Group, China Andrey Guryev, Chair, BRICS Business Council Russia and President, Russian Association of Fertilizer Producers, Russia Busisiwe Mabuza, Chair, BRICS Business Council South Africa, South Africa Sagar Kaushik, Chair, BRICS Business Council Agri business Working Group and President, UPL Limited, India Islam Salem, CEO, Eden Investment and Agricultural Development, Egypt Ahmad Al Hassan, CEO and MD, GCC Region, DP World, UAE Vikramjit Singh Sahney, Member, BRICS Business Council and Chairman, Sun International Ltd, India, is listed as the moderator. Panel 3: Intra BRICS trade in services The third panel will discuss new pathways for expanding trade in services among BRICS economies. The session will feature: Aryaman Vikram Birla, Director, Aditya Birla Group and Member, BRICS Business Council, India Yu Xubo, Chairman, China General Technology Group Holding Co Ltd and Member, BRICS Business Council, China Anindya N Bakrie, Chair, BRICS Business Council Indonesia, Chairman, KADIN and CEO, Bakrie Brothers Tbk, Indonesia Majid Ghassemi, Chair, BRICS Business Council Iran and CEO, Bank of Pasargad, Iran Kenenisa Lemi, Secretary General, Ethiopian Chamber of Commerce and Sectoral Associations, Ethiopia John Denton, Secretary General, International Chamber of Commerce Nilachal Mishra, Partner and Head, Government and Public Sector, KPMG India, is listed as the moderator. Panel 4: Women in business The fourth panel will focus on women in business and their role in building partnerships across BRICS economies. The session will feature: Monica Monteiro, Chairperson, BRICS WBA Brazil and Senior Executive Advisor, CNBC Brazil, Brazil Zhao Haiying, Chairperson, BRICS WBA China, China Marianne Ghali, Chairperson, BRICS WBA Egypt and Managing Director, Qalaa Holdings, Egypt Zahra Rahaie, Chairperson, BRICS WBA Iran and Founder and CEO, Navak Chemipakhsh, Iran Anna Nesterova, Chairperson, BRICS WBA Russia and Founder, Palekh Watch, Russia Lebogang Zulu, Chairperson, BRICS WBA South Africa and CEO, AV Group, South Africa Feryal Ahmadi, Chairperson, BRICS WBA UAE and Deputy CEO and COO, DMCC, UAE Avarna Jain, Chairperson, BRICS WBA and Vice Chairperson, Saregama India Ltd, is listed as the moderator. Panel 5: Digital economy and innovation The fifth panel will focus on the digital economy and innovation across the BRICS grouping. The session will feature: Vijay Shekhar Sharma, Founder and CEO, Paytm, India Alexander Vedyakhin, First Deputy Chairman of Executive Board, Sberbank, Russia Shahab Javanmardy, CEO, FANAP ICT Holding Co, Iran Ziaad Suleman, Chair, Digital Economy Working Group, South Africa Chapter, BRICS Business Council, South Africa Alison Aguiar Basso, Head, Tokyo, Banco do Brasil, Brazil Tejpreet Singh Chopra, Founder and CEO, Bharat Light & Power Group, is listed as the moderator. Leaders' Session The BRICS Business Forum programme also includes a Leaders' Session featuring heads of state from BRICS member countries. Several heads of state are expected to participate in the high level session as part of the wider BRICS Summit. However, the names of the participating leaders have not yet been confirmed on the BRICS Business Forum website. The main BRICS Summit will be held in New Delhi on September 12 and September 13 under India's chairship, following the business forum on September 11.

The BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi will bring together Russian President Vladimir Putin, senior Indian ministers, business council leaders and top corporate executives ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit.

Who will attend BRICS Business Forum? Putin, Goyal, Jaishankar among key names

As U.S. President Donald Trump’s Iran war lingers on without any resolution, America's military continues to suffer losses in West Asia on an unprecedented scale. After its warships, U.S. naval assets are also being damaged by Iran's strikes...Iran released footage of ballistic missiles being fired at the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan earlier this week. It claimed to have caused heavy damage while targeting maintenance and repair hangars, aircraft preparation facilities and shelters housing fighter jets. This retaliation came in response to, U.S. destroying five oil tankers.On its part, Jordan stated that it intercepted 18 out of 20 ballistic missiles fired by Iran, whereas the remaining two fell in uninhabited areas. The ground reality though may be stark. According to CBS News, multiple American military aircraft were damaged in the Iranian strike on Jordan. One A-10 Thunderbolt attack aircraft, popularly known as the Warthog, lost a wing. The report claimed that eight F-15 Eagle fighter jets also sustained light damage and, were put back into service.Amid depleting stockpile of Patriot missiles, U.S. forces reportedly used over thirty of these missiles, to tackle the Iranian offensive. Since the beginning of the war, U.S. bases in West Asia have suffered immense damage running into billions of dollars. Multiple other U.S. air assets have also been damaged or destroyed in the last six months. U.S. has already lost at least 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones, which accounts for 25% of its overall fleet.Iran has also claimed to have struck F-35 Lightning jets on multiple occasions, a claim which U.S. has consistently denied. In mid-March, one KC-135 fueling plane went down over Iraq, resulting in the death of all six crew members. Besides this, five more Stratotankers were reportedly damaged, in an Iranian missile strike on, Saudi Arabia's Prince Sultan Air Base.In another blow for U.S., Iran also claimed the downing of an E-3 Sentry airborne warning and control system aircraft, which can track drones, missiles and aircraft from hundreds of kilometres away. In April, two MC-130J Commando II special operations aircraft were reportedly destroyed during a mission, to evacuate a stranded U.S. airman. One Jolly Green II search-and-rescue helicopter also sustained damage during this operation. Additionally, U.S. Navy confirmed the loss of, a Triton surveillance drone.Iran has also claimed to have destroyed multiple THAAD and Patriot air defence systems at U.S. bases. On the naval front too, a potential setback for Pentagon can be in the offing. Some experts fear that Iran can potentially reverse engineer a U.S. military underwater drone, which it captured earlier this week.While U.S. claimed that this drone was an older model that suffered a malfunction, it is said to be an advanced drone which can stay underwater for up to ten days, and is designed to operate with minimal human input.Despite repeated military setbacks, Trump insisted that U.S. is winning, the war with Iran. At a time when Brent crude oil price has crossed 100 U.S. dollars per barrel, he sought to assure Americans that the oil price would plummet as soon as the war ends. While claiming that Iran is falling apart, he also made it clear that the war will continue beyond the midterm polls. Listen in to what he said.Ahead of the Jewish New Year, Israel issued yet another warning to Iran, threatening to retaliate forcefully if Tehran launches an attack on its soil for any reason.With Iran's fierce resistance and Trump's unwillingness to negotiate, it is amply clear that tensions in West Asia, are unlikely to cool down anytime soon.

Iran’s strikes have damaged US aircraft and military assets across West Asia, adding to mounting American military losses in the war.

As U.S. President Donald Trump’s Iran war lingers on without any resolution, America's military continues to suffer losses in West Asia on an unprecedented scale. After its warships, U.S. naval assets are also being damaged by Iran's strikes... Iran released footage of ballistic missiles being fired at the Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan earlier this week. It claimed to have caused heavy damage while targeting maintenance and repair hangars, aircraft preparation facilities and shelters housing fighter jets. This retaliation came in response to, U.S. destroying five oil tankers. On its part, Jordan stated that it intercepted 18 out of 20 ballistic missiles fired by Iran, whereas the remaining two fell in uninhabited areas. The ground reality though may be stark. According to CBS News, multiple American military aircraft were damaged in the Iranian strike on Jordan. One A-10 Thunderbolt attack aircraft, popularly known as the Warthog, lost a wing. The report claimed that eight F-15 Eagle fighter jets also sustained light damage and, were put back into service. Amid depleting stockpile of Patriot missiles, U.S. forces reportedly used over thirty of these missiles, to tackle the Iranian offensive. Since the beginning of the war, U.S. bases in West Asia have suffered immense damage running into billions of dollars. Multiple other U.S. air assets have also been damaged or destroyed in the last six months. U.S. has already lost at least 45 MQ-9 Reaper drones, which accounts for 25% of its overall fleet. Iran has also claimed to have struck F-35 Lightning jets on multiple occasions, a claim which U.S. has consistently denied. In mid-March, one KC-135 fueling plane went down over Iraq, resulting in the death of all six crew members. Besides this, five more Stratotankers were reportedly damaged, in an Iranian missile strike on, Saudi Arabia's Prince Sultan Air Base. In another blow for U.S., Iran also claimed the downing of an E-3 Sentry airborne warning and control system aircraft, which can track drones, missiles and aircraft from hundreds of kilometres away. In April, two MC-130J Commando II special operations aircraft were reportedly destroyed during a mission, to evacuate a stranded U.S. airman. One Jolly Green II search-and-rescue helicopter also sustained damage during this operation. Additionally, U.S. Navy confirmed the loss of, a Triton surveillance drone. Iran has also claimed to have destroyed multiple THAAD and Patriot air defence systems at U.S. bases. On the naval front too, a potential setback for Pentagon can be in the offing. Some experts fear that Iran can potentially reverse engineer a U.S. military underwater drone, which it captured earlier this week. While U.S. claimed that this drone was an older model that suffered a malfunction, it is said to be an advanced drone which can stay underwater for up to ten days, and is designed to operate with minimal human input. Despite repeated military setbacks, Trump insisted that U.S. is winning, the war with Iran. At a time when Brent crude oil price has crossed 100 U.S. dollars per barrel, he sought to assure Americans that the oil price would plummet as soon as the war ends. While claiming that Iran is falling apart, he also made it clear that the war will continue beyond the midterm polls. Listen in to what he said. Ahead of the Jewish New Year, Israel issued yet another warning to Iran, threatening to retaliate forcefully if Tehran launches an attack on its soil for any reason. With Iran's fierce resistance and Trump's unwillingness to negotiate, it is amply clear that tensions in West Asia, are unlikely to cool down anytime soon.

Iran’s strikes have damaged US aircraft and military assets across West Asia, adding to mounting American military losses in the war.

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In the European Parliament, the Centre Right party holds the majority with 188 seats, followed by the centrist left at 136. Recently, the stark headline-making victory was in Saxony-Anhalt, East Germany, where the far-right AfD won a landslide victory. It's been building for two decades, not a sudden 2024-26 spike. The far right's EU Parliament seat share rose steadily from 8.7 per cent in 2004 to 18 per cent by 2019. Now, two far-right groups, Patriot for Europe and the European Conservatives, saw a surge in numbers to 84 and 78 seats.&nbsp;On the other hand, the rise has not been uniform. The far- right suffered a defeat in Hungary. Péter Magyar’s newly unified, pro-EU centre-right Tisza Party resoundingly ended 16 years of far-right autocratic rule of Viktor Orbán. Earlier, in February and March, French local elections saw centrist and left forces win in Paris, Marseille, and Lyon. In Slovenia’s parliamentary election in March, liberal Prime Minister Robert Golob’s Freedom Movement won against right-wing former Prime Minister Janez Jansa’s Slovenia Democratic Party.&nbsp;Part of this change can be traced to the flow of foreign capital in Europe which have tried to shape political outcomes.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kanpur-businessman-murder-daughter-in-law-6-crore-plot-1789053779233">Kanpur businessman stabbed to death: Daughter-in-law allegedly orchestrated murder</a><h2>Russian Capital flow</h2>There have been several documented cases of Russia funding and amplifying far-right and disinformation campaigns in several EU states, aiming to fracture EU unity on Ukraine sanctions. European intelligence busted a Kremlin-directed operation code-named Voice of Europe. This Prague-based media front was used to systematically funnel hidden cash to far-right and populist politicians in Germany, France, and Belgium. A joint British-Moldovan intelligence operation exposed a $104 million cryptocurrency fund used by the Kremlin to sway key elections away from pro-EU factions. Even Marie Le Pen's National Rally accepted millions in loans from Russian banks in 2014 after French banks refused to finance them; it was only fully paid off in 2023. There was also evidence of a disinformation campaign run by a Russian-backed intelligence network to sabotage Le Pen's political opponents. Europe based Carnegie claims that Russia pursues a systematic strategy of undermining elections and influencing public opinion in the West.<h2>US Capital flow</h2>The Trump administration is planning to send $4 million to support right-wing media and track migration-related "democratic backsliding" in Europe. However, this is not the first time; previously, in July and August, the Trump administration already granted around $10 million in funding through three State Department notices. The US State Department has quietly rolled out a package of at least $25 million explicitly earmarked for civil society groups working on conservative causes across Europe. The goal has moved away from the traditional US promotion of democracy and ⁠human rights.&nbsp;The latest $4 million is allocated to two different categories: $3 million for political analysis and $1 million for independent journalism. The US, specifically the MAGA movement, thinks or portrays that Europe is on the verge of “civilisation erasure”, it was already mentioned in the US National Security Strategy in 2025 that it wants to prop up the right-wing ecosystem in Europe. The results are evident: Europe has seen visible growth in far-right leaders after decades.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/houthis-capture-al-mokha-yemen-bab-el-mandeb-red-sea-1789041773019">Houthis capture Yemen's al Mokha port city, advance towards strategic Bab el-Mandeb</a><h2>Economic crisis and identity politics</h2>Though it will be hasty generalisation to overlook the social dynamics in Europe. Demographic trends and a decline in fertility rates have pushed Europe towards a pro-immigration approach. However, inflation, stagnant wages, inequality, deindustrialisation, the housing crisis, and lack of acculturation have led to immigration anxiety within the white European population. The far-right conspiracy theorists frame it as the “Great Replacement theory”, a sort of reverse colonisation of the West by people from the East. People like Elon Musk and Steve Bannon are its cheerleaders.&nbsp;The result is distrust in political institutions and a deeply polarised European society. Further short-term political strategies have also failed to address trade tensions with the US and China, war in Iran, and economic pressures, have also fed the populist sentiment, shifting the economic woes into a battle of identity.&nbsp;There are observable influences of both US and Russian capital trying to sway the European population, amplifying the populist sentiment for their own interests. However, the trend is not unilateral; it is patchy. Hungarian political sociologist and author Gabor Scheiring described this as an “illiberal pendulum”. The far right surges, falters, and allows the centre to regain ground temporarily. The centre tries to govern on the pretext that it's not “far-right” without addressing demographic decline and economic inequality, and the momentum shifts again.&nbsp;

Europe’s far right has grown steadily over two decades, but the trend remains uneven as economic anxiety, identity politics and US and Russian influence reshape politics.

In the European Parliament, the Centre Right party holds the majority with 188 seats, followed by the centrist left at 136. Recently, the stark headline-making victory was in Saxony-Anhalt, East Germany, where the far-right AfD won a landslide victory. It's been building for two decades, not a sudden 2024-26 spike. The far right's EU Parliament seat share rose steadily from 8.7 per cent in 2004 to 18 per cent by 2019. Now, two far-right groups, Patriot for Europe and the European Conservatives, saw a surge in numbers to 84 and 78 seats. On the other hand, the rise has not been uniform. The far- right suffered a defeat in Hungary. Péter Magyar’s newly unified, pro-EU centre-right Tisza Party resoundingly ended 16 years of far-right autocratic rule of Viktor Orbán. Earlier, in February and March, French local elections saw centrist and left forces win in Paris, Marseille, and Lyon. In Slovenia’s parliamentary election in March, liberal Prime Minister Robert Golob’s Freedom Movement won against right-wing former Prime Minister Janez Jansa’s Slovenia Democratic Party. Part of this change can be traced to the flow of foreign capital in Europe which have tried to shape political outcomes. Also Read: Kanpur businessman stabbed to death: Daughter-in-law allegedly orchestrated murder Russian Capital flow There have been several documented cases of Russia funding and amplifying far-right and disinformation campaigns in several EU states, aiming to fracture EU unity on Ukraine sanctions. European intelligence busted a Kremlin-directed operation code-named Voice of Europe. This Prague-based media front was used to systematically funnel hidden cash to far-right and populist politicians in Germany, France, and Belgium. A joint British-Moldovan intelligence operation exposed a $104 million cryptocurrency fund used by the Kremlin to sway key elections away from pro-EU factions. Even Marie Le Pen's National Rally accepted millions in loans from Russian banks in 2014 after French banks refused to finance them; it was only fully paid off in 2023. There was also evidence of a disinformation campaign run by a Russian-backed intelligence network to sabotage Le Pen's political opponents. Europe based Carnegie claims that Russia pursues a systematic strategy of undermining elections and influencing public opinion in the West. US Capital flow The Trump administration is planning to send $4 million to support right-wing media and track migration-related "democratic backsliding" in Europe. However, this is not the first time; previously, in July and August, the Trump administration already granted around $10 million in funding through three State Department notices. The US State Department has quietly rolled out a package of at least $25 million explicitly earmarked for civil society groups working on conservative causes across Europe. The goal has moved away from the traditional US promotion of democracy and ⁠human rights. The latest $4 million is allocated to two different categories: $3 million for political analysis and $1 million for independent journalism. The US, specifically the MAGA movement, thinks or portrays that Europe is on the verge of “civilisation erasure”, it was already mentioned in the US National Security Strategy in 2025 that it wants to prop up the right-wing ecosystem in Europe. The results are evident: Europe has seen visible growth in far-right leaders after decades. Also Read: Houthis capture Yemen's al Mokha port city, advance towards strategic Bab el-Mandeb Economic crisis and identity politics Though it will be hasty generalisation to overlook the social dynamics in Europe. Demographic trends and a decline in fertility rates have pushed Europe towards a pro-immigration approach. However, inflation, stagnant wages, inequality, deindustrialisation, the housing crisis, and lack of acculturation have led to immigration anxiety within the white European population. The far-right conspiracy theorists frame it as the “Great Replacement theory”, a sort of reverse colonisation of the West by people from the East. People like Elon Musk and Steve Bannon are its cheerleaders. The result is distrust in political institutions and a deeply polarised European society. Further short-term political strategies have also failed to address trade tensions with the US and China, war in Iran, and economic pressures, have also fed the populist sentiment, shifting the economic woes into a battle of identity. There are observable influences of both US and Russian capital trying to sway the European population, amplifying the populist sentiment for their own interests. However, the trend is not unilateral; it is patchy. Hungarian political sociologist and author Gabor Scheiring described this as an “illiberal pendulum”. The far right surges, falters, and allows the centre to regain ground temporarily. The centre tries to govern on the pretext that it's not “far-right” without addressing demographic decline and economic inequality, and the momentum shifts again.

Europe’s far right has grown steadily over two decades, but the trend remains uneven as economic anxiety, identity politics and US and Russian influence reshape politics.

Is Europe’s shift to the far right monolithic and spontaneous?

The Donald Trump administration has proposed a major change to the rules governing foreign workers in the United States. The proposal would end the current 60 day grace period available to some temporary visa holders after they lose or leave their jobs.&nbsp;The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed the rule change, which could put greater pressure on Indian professionals holding H-1B and certain other temporary work visas. Under the proposed system, workers would be required to leave the US once their employment ends.<h2>What the proposed rule would change</h2>At present, eligible foreign workers can generally remain in the US for up to 60 days after a layoff or termination, or until their authorised stay expires, whichever comes first. The period can allow them to search for another employer, apply for a change of status such as a transition to a B visitor visa, or prepare to leave the country.&nbsp;The proposed change would remove that flexibility and directly link a worker's non-immigrant status to the employment or activity that supported their admission or status in the US.&nbsp;“This proposal restores a direct relationship between an alien’s non-immigrant status and the specific employment or activity that formed the basis of his or her admission or grant of status in the United States and reduces administrative burden,” the DHS said in a statement on Thursday.&nbsp;The proposal would also affect American technology companies and other businesses that depend on foreign workers. The DHS acknowledged the potential impact on companies but said the affected positions could instead be offered to American workers.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-seeks-to-bridge-brics-divisions-ahead-of-new-delhi-summit-1789062012165">India seeks to bridge BRICS divisions ahead of New Delhi summit</a><h2>Policy introduced in 2016 could be reversed</h2>The proposed rule represents a reversal of a policy introduced by DHS in 2016. The agency had then recognised that workers could lose their jobs through circumstances beyond their control and allowed skilled foreign workers additional time to secure new employment.&nbsp;The DHS said some workers who leave the US could potentially return if their employer later files a petition on their behalf.&nbsp;"DHS presumes that they will either offer the same jobs to equally qualified U.S. workers or go through the I-129 petition process depending on their workforce requirement," the notice said.&nbsp;The proposal comes as the Trump administration continues to tighten rules around legal migration after returning to office in January 2025. The administration has also introduced higher visa fees for skilled workers and recently paused immigrant visa appointments at US missions worldwide while it rolls out a new training programme.

The Trump administration has proposed ending the 60 day grace period for H-1B workers after job loss, a move that could particularly affect Indian professionals in the US.

The Donald Trump administration has proposed a major change to the rules governing foreign workers in the United States. The proposal would end the current 60 day grace period available to some temporary visa holders after they lose or leave their jobs. The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed the rule change, which could put greater pressure on Indian professionals holding H-1B and certain other temporary work visas. Under the proposed system, workers would be required to leave the US once their employment ends. What the proposed rule would change At present, eligible foreign workers can generally remain in the US for up to 60 days after a layoff or termination, or until their authorised stay expires, whichever comes first. The period can allow them to search for another employer, apply for a change of status such as a transition to a B visitor visa, or prepare to leave the country. The proposed change would remove that flexibility and directly link a worker's non-immigrant status to the employment or activity that supported their admission or status in the US. “This proposal restores a direct relationship between an alien’s non-immigrant status and the specific employment or activity that formed the basis of his or her admission or grant of status in the United States and reduces administrative burden,” the DHS said in a statement on Thursday. The proposal would also affect American technology companies and other businesses that depend on foreign workers. The DHS acknowledged the potential impact on companies but said the affected positions could instead be offered to American workers. Also Read: India seeks to bridge BRICS divisions ahead of New Delhi summit Policy introduced in 2016 could be reversed The proposed rule represents a reversal of a policy introduced by DHS in 2016. The agency had then recognised that workers could lose their jobs through circumstances beyond their control and allowed skilled foreign workers additional time to secure new employment. The DHS said some workers who leave the US could potentially return if their employer later files a petition on their behalf. "DHS presumes that they will either offer the same jobs to equally qualified U.S. workers or go through the I-129 petition process depending on their workforce requirement," the notice said. The proposal comes as the Trump administration continues to tighten rules around legal migration after returning to office in January 2025. The administration has also introduced higher visa fees for skilled workers and recently paused immigrant visa appointments at US missions worldwide while it rolls out a new training programme.

The Trump administration has proposed ending the 60 day grace period for H-1B workers after job loss, a move that could particularly affect Indian professionals in the US.

Trump administration proposes to end 60 day H-1B grace period after job loss; Indian workers to get impacted

India is set to host the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit and BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi. The summit is expected to be attended by several prominent world leaders from about 30 BRICS member and partner nations. Heads of international organisations and business representatives from BRICS countries are also expected to be present at the meetings. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has released the official list of participants for the BRICS Summit 2026, along with their expected time of arrival in New Delhi.<h2>When is Putin arriving in New Delhi?</h2>Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to arrive in New Delhi on Friday (Sep 11). He will land at Air Force Station Palam at 1:15 am. His visit to India for the BRICS Summit is closely watched, given the uncertain geopolitics in the backdrop of the war in Ukraine. He is expected to hold talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Russian leader’s trip marks the second visit to India within a year, underlining the partnership between New Delhi and Moscow.<h2>When is Xi Jinping arriving in New Delhi?</h2>Chinese President Xi Jinping is scheduled to arrive in New Delhi on September 12 at 12:25 pm at Air Force Station Palam. His participation would make the summit particularly significant for India-China ties, with a possible meeting between Xi and Prime Minister Narendra Modi expected to draw attention on the sidelines.<h2>Iranian President to arrive in New Delhi</h2>Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is scheduled to arrive at Air Force Station Palam at 2 pm on Friday (Sep 11). His visit is significant as war continues between the United States and Iran. The conflict has threatened security in the Middle East region and rattled the global energy market, sending oil prices to record high levels.Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi is also expected to arrive at the summit and land later on September 11 at 5:35 pm.<h2>Other BRICS leaders</h2>Brazilian Foreign Affairs Minister Mauro Vieira has arrived in New Delhi on Thursday (Sep 10) night through Terminal 3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport. He will represent Brazil at the summit, with the country being one of the five founding members of BRICS.South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is scheduled to reach Delhi at 9:05 am on Friday (Sep 11) through Terminal 3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport. South Africa is one of the original BRICS expansion members, having joined the grouping in 2011.<h2>Key international figures</h2>The summit will also see the arrival of senior representatives from major international institutions. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is scheduled to reach Delhi at 1:25 pm on Friday (Sep 11). WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is expected later that night.WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and New Development Bank President Dilma Rousseff are also scheduled to attend, adding an important multilateral dimension to the summit.<h2>Full schedule of arrivals of world leaders released by MEA:</h2>

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Sr. No.</td><td>Country/ International Organisation</td><td>Name of dignitary</td><td>Arrival Time/Flight</td></tr><tr><td>1.</td><td>Brazil</td><td>H.E. Mr. Mauro Vieira, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federative Republic of Brazil</td><td>10th September, 2026 ETA: 2150 hrs (Terminal 3, IGI Airport, New Delhi)</td></tr><tr><td>2.</td><td>Russia</td><td>H.E. Mr. Vladimir Putin, President of Russian Federation</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 0115 hrs (AFS Palam)</td></tr><tr><td>3.</td><td>WHO</td><td>Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of WHO</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 0410 hrs (Terminal 3, IGI Airport, New Delhi)</td></tr><tr><td>4.</td><td>AIIB</td><td>H.E. Ms. Zou Jiayi, President of AIIB</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 0825 hrs (Terminal 3, IGI Airport, New Delhi)</td></tr><tr><td>5.</td><td>Uruguay</td><td>H.E. Mr. Mario Lubetkin, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 0845 hrs (Terminal 3, IGI Airport, New Delhi)</td></tr><tr><td>6.</td><td>South Africa</td><td>H.E. Mr. Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa, President of Republic of South Africa</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 0905 hrs (Terminal 3, IGI Airport, New Delhi)</td></tr><tr><td>7.</td><td>Uganda</td><td>H.E. Ms. Jessica Alupo, Vice President of Republic of Uganda</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 0915 hrs (Terminal 3, IGI Airport, New Delhi)</td></tr><tr><td>8.</td><td>UNSG</td><td>H. E. Mr. Antonio Guterres, Secretary General of United Nations</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 1325 hrs (Terminal 3, IGI Airport, New Delhi)</td></tr><tr><td>9.</td><td>NDB</td><td>H.E. Ms. Dilma Rousseff, President of NDB</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 1400 hrs (Terminal 3, IGI Airport, New Delhi)</td></tr><tr><td>10.</td><td>Iran</td><td>H.E. Mr. Masoud Pezeshkian, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 1400 hrs (AFS Palam)</td></tr><tr><td>11.</td><td>Nigeria</td><td>H.E. Mr. &nbsp;Sen. Kashim Shettima, Vice President of Federal Republic of Nigeria</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 1445 hrs (AFS Palam)</td></tr><tr><td>12.</td><td>Egypt</td><td>H.E. Mr. Abdel Fattah El-Sisi President of Arab Republic of Egypt</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 1735 hrs (AFS Palam)</td></tr><tr><td>13.</td><td>UAE</td><td>H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 1750 hrs (AFS Palam)</td></tr><tr><td>14.</td><td>Malaysia</td><td>H.E. Mr. Anwar Ibrahim, Prime Minister of Malaysia</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 1840 hrs (AFS Palam)</td></tr><tr><td>15.</td><td>Ethiopia</td><td>H.E. Mr. Abiy Ahmed Ali, Prime Minister of Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 1930 hrs (AFS Palam)</td></tr><tr><td>16.</td><td>Burundi</td><td>H.E. Mr. Evariste Ndayishimiye, President of Republic of Burundi</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 2045 hrs (AFS Palam)</td></tr><tr><td>17.</td><td>Indonesia</td><td>H.E. Mr. Prabowo Subianto, President of the Republic of Indonesia</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 2100 hrs (AFS Palam)</td></tr><tr><td>18.</td><td>Philippines</td><td>H.E. Mr. Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., President of Republic of the Philippines</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 2200 hrs (AFS Palam)</td></tr><tr><td>19.</td><td>Cuba</td><td>H.E. Mr. Bruno Rodriguez Parrilla, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cuba</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 2250 hrs (Terminal 3, IGI Airport, New Delhi)</td></tr><tr><td>20.</td><td>WTO</td><td>H.E. Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of WTO</td><td>11th September, 2026 ETA: 2335 hrs (Terminal 3, IGI Airport, New Delhi)</td></tr><tr><td>21.</td><td>Belarus</td><td>H.E. Mr. Maxim Ryzhenkov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus</td><td>12th September, 2026 ETA: 0535 hrs (Terminal 3, IGI Airport, New Delhi)</td></tr><tr><td>22.</td><td>Vietnam</td><td>H.E. Mr. Le Minh Hung, Prime Minister of Socialist Republic of Vietnam</td><td>12th September, 2026 ETA: 1105 hrs (Terminal 3, IGI Airport, New Delhi)</td></tr><tr><td>23.</td><td>China</td><td>H.E. Mr. Xi Jinping, President of the People's Republic of China</td><td>12th September, 2026 ETA: 1225 hrs (AFS Palam)</td></tr><tr><td>24.</td><td>Bahrain</td><td>H.E. Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, Minister of Foreign Affairs the Kingdom of Bahrain</td><td>12th September, 2026 ETA: 1530 hrs (Terminal 3, IGI Airport, New Delhi)</td></tr><tr><td>25.</td><td>Kazakhstan</td><td>H.E. Mr. Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, President of Republic of Kazakhstan</td><td>12th September, 2026 ETA: 1610 hrs (AFS Palam)</td></tr><tr><td>26.</td><td>Saudi Arabia</td><td>H.H. Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia</td><td>12th September, 2026 ETA: 2100 hrs (AFS Palam)</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

India is set to host the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, with Putin, Xi Jinping, Pezeshkian, Sisi and other global leaders expected to attend. Here’s the full list of key arrivals and participants.

India is set to host the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit and BRICS Business Forum in New Delhi. The summit is expected to be attended by several prominent world leaders from about 30 BRICS member and partner nations. Heads of international organisations and business representatives from BRICS countries are also expected to be present at the meetings. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs has released the official list of participants for the BRICS Summit 2026, along with their expected time of arrival in New Delhi. When is Putin arriving in New Delhi? Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to arrive in New Delhi on Friday (Sep 11). He will land at Air Force Station Palam at 1:15 am. His visit to India for the BRICS Summit is closely watched, given the uncertain geopolitics in the backdrop of the war in Ukraine. He is expected to hold talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The Russian leader’s trip marks the second visit to India within a year, underlining the partnership between New Delhi and Moscow. When is Xi Jinping arriving in New Delhi? Chinese President Xi Jinping is scheduled to arrive in New Delhi on September 12 at 12:25 pm at Air Force Station Palam. His participation would make the summit particularly significant for India-China ties, with a possible meeting between Xi and Prime Minister Narendra Modi expected to draw attention on the sidelines. Iranian President to arrive in New Delhi Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is scheduled to arrive at Air Force Station Palam at 2 pm on Friday (Sep 11). His visit is significant as war continues between the United States and Iran. The conflict has threatened security in the Middle East region and rattled the global energy market, sending oil prices to record high levels. Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi is also expected to arrive at the summit and land later on September 11 at 5:35 pm. Other BRICS leaders Brazilian Foreign Affairs Minister Mauro Vieira has arrived in New Delhi on Thursday (Sep 10) night through Terminal 3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport. He will represent Brazil at the summit, with the country being one of the five founding members of BRICS. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is scheduled to reach Delhi at 9:05 am on Friday (Sep 11) through Terminal 3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport. South Africa is one of the original BRICS expansion members, having joined the grouping in 2011. Key international figures The summit will also see the arrival of senior representatives from major international institutions. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is scheduled to reach Delhi at 1:25 pm on Friday (Sep 11). WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is expected later that night. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus and New Development Bank President Dilma Rousseff are also scheduled to attend, adding an important multilateral dimension to the summit. Full schedule of arrivals of world leaders released by MEA:

India is set to host the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, with Putin, Xi Jinping, Pezeshkian, Sisi and other global leaders expected to attend. Here’s the full list of key arrivals and participants.

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India is seeking to bridge differences among BRICS members as the expanded grouping prepares for its leaders’ summit in New Delhi, with officials saying negotiations are underway on a joint declaration despite disagreements within the bloc.&nbsp;Speaking at a dinner for journalists and content creators in New Delhi ahead of the summit, Randhir Jaiswal, additional secretary and spokesperson at India’s Ministry of External Affairs, said New Delhi viewed all BRICS members as partners and wanted to strengthen cooperation across the grouping.&nbsp;“India is friends with all BRICS member countries. As friends, it is our intention to bring all our partners together,” Jaiswal said.&nbsp;Asked whether India had launched any specific initiative to narrow divisions among members, Jaiswal pointed to ongoing negotiations on the summit’s joint declaration.&nbsp;“You will have to wait for the joint statement,” he said. “The joint statement is being negotiated and there you will see how India brings everybody together.”&nbsp;Jaiswal said discussions were taking place collectively with all BRICS members but declined to identify countries involved in specific disagreements.&nbsp;India will host the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit on Sept. 12-13 as the grouping adjusts to a more complex diplomatic landscape following its expansion to 11 members.&nbsp;During its 2026 chairmanship, India has focused on resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability, while emphasising development priorities and strengthening the voice of the Global South.&nbsp;Its economic agenda includes the proposed BRICS Economic Partnership 2030, measures to expand trade in services, strengthen resilient supply chains and improve financing for small and medium-sized enterprises.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/brics-summit-is-bangladesh-pm-coming-to-delhi-his-minister-says-1789043249767">BRICS Summit: Is Bangladesh PM coming to Delhi? His minister says...</a>&nbsp;However, the enlarged grouping includes countries with divergent geopolitical interests, complicating efforts to reach consensus on politically sensitive issues.&nbsp;One of the most visible divisions has emerged between Iran and the United Arab Emirates. Around the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting held in New Delhi in May, the UAE rejected Iranian allegations and defended its sovereignty and right to protect its national security, highlighting the challenges of formulating common positions among members with competing regional priorities.&nbsp;Differences also persist between India and China. Despite recent efforts to stabilise ties following the 2020 border clashes, the two countries remain strategic rivals, with disagreements over security, technology and market access continuing to constrain cooperation.&nbsp;Another source of tension lies between Egypt and Ethiopia over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and the use of Nile waters. The dispute remains one of the most persistent issues between the two countries.&nbsp;The matter gained fresh attention following Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit to Egypt on Sept. 1-2. In a joint communiqué issued during the visit, China recognised Egypt’s “legitimate right” to protect its water security, food security and development interests.&nbsp;The two countries also called on Nile Basin states to comply with international law, including obligations related to preventing harm.&nbsp;While the communiqué stopped short of explicitly endorsing Egypt’s position against Ethiopia, the inclusion of Nile-related concerns in a high-level China-Egypt statement adds another dimension to discussions within BRICS, where China, Egypt and Ethiopia are all members.&nbsp;Differences also exist over the future economic direction of the bloc. Russia and China have supported greater use of national currencies and alternatives to the US dollar.&nbsp;

India is working to bridge differences among the expanded BRICS membership as negotiations continue on a joint declaration ahead of the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi.

India is seeking to bridge differences among BRICS members as the expanded grouping prepares for its leaders’ summit in New Delhi, with officials saying negotiations are underway on a joint declaration despite disagreements within the bloc. Speaking at a dinner for journalists and content creators in New Delhi ahead of the summit, Randhir Jaiswal, additional secretary and spokesperson at India’s Ministry of External Affairs, said New Delhi viewed all BRICS members as partners and wanted to strengthen cooperation across the grouping. “India is friends with all BRICS member countries. As friends, it is our intention to bring all our partners together,” Jaiswal said. Asked whether India had launched any specific initiative to narrow divisions among members, Jaiswal pointed to ongoing negotiations on the summit’s joint declaration. “You will have to wait for the joint statement,” he said. “The joint statement is being negotiated and there you will see how India brings everybody together.” Jaiswal said discussions were taking place collectively with all BRICS members but declined to identify countries involved in specific disagreements. India will host the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit on Sept. 12-13 as the grouping adjusts to a more complex diplomatic landscape following its expansion to 11 members. During its 2026 chairmanship, India has focused on resilience, innovation, cooperation and sustainability, while emphasising development priorities and strengthening the voice of the Global South. Its economic agenda includes the proposed BRICS Economic Partnership 2030, measures to expand trade in services, strengthen resilient supply chains and improve financing for small and medium-sized enterprises. Also Read: BRICS Summit: Is Bangladesh PM coming to Delhi? His minister says... However, the enlarged grouping includes countries with divergent geopolitical interests, complicating efforts to reach consensus on politically sensitive issues. One of the most visible divisions has emerged between Iran and the United Arab Emirates. Around the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting held in New Delhi in May, the UAE rejected Iranian allegations and defended its sovereignty and right to protect its national security, highlighting the challenges of formulating common positions among members with competing regional priorities. Differences also persist between India and China. Despite recent efforts to stabilise ties following the 2020 border clashes, the two countries remain strategic rivals, with disagreements over security, technology and market access continuing to constrain cooperation. Another source of tension lies between Egypt and Ethiopia over the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and the use of Nile waters. The dispute remains one of the most persistent issues between the two countries. The matter gained fresh attention following Chinese President Xi Jinping’s state visit to Egypt on Sept. 1-2. In a joint communiqué issued during the visit, China recognised Egypt’s “legitimate right” to protect its water security, food security and development interests. The two countries also called on Nile Basin states to comply with international law, including obligations related to preventing harm. While the communiqué stopped short of explicitly endorsing Egypt’s position against Ethiopia, the inclusion of Nile-related concerns in a high-level China-Egypt statement adds another dimension to discussions within BRICS, where China, Egypt and Ethiopia are all members. Differences also exist over the future economic direction of the bloc. Russia and China have supported greater use of national currencies and alternatives to the US dollar.

India is working to bridge differences among the expanded BRICS membership as negotiations continue on a joint declaration ahead of the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi.

India seeks to bridge BRICS divisions ahead of New Delhi summit

Delhi is decked up and on high alert ahead of the BRICS Summit, with 15,000 cops, 500 CCTV cameras, traffic controls, mock drills, banners and dazzling lights across the capital.

Delhi is decked up and on high alert ahead of the BRICS Summit, with 15,000 cops, 500 CCTV cameras, traffic controls, mock drills, banners and dazzling lights across the capital.

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Every side is talking about how the Iran war ends. Almost everything they are doing suggests they are preparing for it to continue. President Donald Trump says the fighting could end “immediately after” America's November midterm elections. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Iran and its regional axis are approaching collapse.&nbsp;Yet the battlefield is sending a very different message.&nbsp;Iran is still resisting. The Houthis remain capable of opening another front of pressure around vital shipping routes. Hezbollah, while badly weakened, has not disappeared. And Washington is now warning Tehran over reported activity at Pickaxe Mountain, raising the possibility of another major strike even as Trump predicts the conflict is approaching its conclusion.&nbsp;The contradiction is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore.&nbsp;Netanyahu has offered one of the most confident assessments yet of where the war is heading, declaring that defeating the Iranian regime is now within reach and predicting that Tehran's wider axis will ultimately collapse.&nbsp;There is evidence behind some of Israel's confidence.&nbsp;Hamas has been severely degraded after years of war. Hezbollah has been battered militarily and politically. Iran's regional network has suffered blows that would have seemed extraordinary only a few years ago.&nbsp;But weakened is not the same as defeated.&nbsp;Hezbollah retains military capabilities. The Houthis remain capable of threatening Saudi Arabia and maritime traffic around one of the world's most important shipping corridors. Recent attacks have again demonstrated how quickly instability can spread beyond the immediate US Iran battlefield.The axis may be damaged. Declaring it dead is another matter.&nbsp;Trump, meanwhile, has attached an extraordinary political timetable to the conflict.&nbsp;He says the war could end immediately after the November midterms, arguing that Tehran is desperately attempting to hold out long enough to influence the American election.&nbsp;That assertion inevitably raises another question: why should the military endurance of Iran suddenly expire when Americans finish voting?&nbsp;The timing matters because the war is no longer only a foreign policy problem for the White House. Disruption across the Gulf has helped drive energy prices higher, increasing economic and political pressure at home as Republicans fight to retain control of Congress.&nbsp;Trump is therefore selling two messages simultaneously: America is winning, and Americans will not have to endure the consequences for much longer.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/15-000-police-200-paramilitary-companies-deployed-routes-secured-hotels-fortified-as-delhi-gears-up-for-brics-summit-1789056700020">15,000 police, 200 paramilitary companies deployed, routes secured, hotels fortified as Delhi gears up for BRICS Summit</a>&nbsp;But his own threats complicate that promise.&nbsp;Attention is now turning to Pickaxe Mountain, near Iran's damaged Natanz nuclear complex.Trump has warned Tehran against further activity there, threatening a powerful American response if Iran crosses Washington's line.&nbsp;It is a remarkable juxtaposition.&nbsp;One moment, the president predicts that Iran can barely hold out beyond November. The next, he is publicly contemplating another significant military strike.&nbsp;The language of conclusion is colliding with the mechanics of escalation. Iran, meanwhile, is hardly speaking like a government preparing to surrender.&nbsp;Tehran has attached sweeping conditions to ending the conflict, including demands involving Lebanon, Yemen, frozen Iranian assets and non interference in its nuclear and missile programmes.&nbsp;Several are unacceptable to Israel and Washington in their present form. That leaves diplomacy theoretically possible, but politically and strategically distant.&nbsp;And then there is the timeline reportedly being discussed behind closed doors in Washington.&nbsp;The Wall Street Journal reports that senior Trump advisers, including Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, have discussed with the president the possibility that Tehran could withstand American pressure far longer than publicly suggested, potentially stretching the conflict through the remainder of Trump's presidency.&nbsp;That means Washington may effectively be operating with two clocks.&nbsp;The public clock runs to November.&nbsp;The strategic clock could run to January 2029.&nbsp;Perhaps neither prediction will prove correct. Wars have an unpleasant habit of destroying the timetables politicians construct for them.&nbsp;But the widening gulf between rhetoric and reality matters.&nbsp;Netanyahu says Iran's axis is approaching collapse. Trump says Tehran cannot hold out much longer. Yet Iranian resistance continues, regional actors remain active, shipping routes remain vulnerable, and Washington is threatening another target buried beneath an Iranian mountain.&nbsp;Six months into this conflict, perhaps the most revealing question is no longer who says they are winning.&nbsp;It is this:&nbsp;If Iran is close to defeat, its axis close to collapse and the war close to ending, why does everyone appear to be preparing for what comes next?

Despite Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu predicting Iran's defeat and the war's end, continued Iranian resistance, regional attacks and threats of further US strikes suggest the conflict could continue well beyond the November midterms.

Every side is talking about how the Iran war ends. Almost everything they are doing suggests they are preparing for it to continue. President Donald Trump says the fighting could end “immediately after” America's November midterm elections. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Iran and its regional axis are approaching collapse. Yet the battlefield is sending a very different message. Iran is still resisting. The Houthis remain capable of opening another front of pressure around vital shipping routes. Hezbollah, while badly weakened, has not disappeared. And Washington is now warning Tehran over reported activity at Pickaxe Mountain, raising the possibility of another major strike even as Trump predicts the conflict is approaching its conclusion. The contradiction is becoming increasingly difficult to ignore. Netanyahu has offered one of the most confident assessments yet of where the war is heading, declaring that defeating the Iranian regime is now within reach and predicting that Tehran's wider axis will ultimately collapse. There is evidence behind some of Israel's confidence. Hamas has been severely degraded after years of war. Hezbollah has been battered militarily and politically. Iran's regional network has suffered blows that would have seemed extraordinary only a few years ago. But weakened is not the same as defeated. Hezbollah retains military capabilities. The Houthis remain capable of threatening Saudi Arabia and maritime traffic around one of the world's most important shipping corridors. Recent attacks have again demonstrated how quickly instability can spread beyond the immediate US Iran battlefield. The axis may be damaged. Declaring it dead is another matter. Trump, meanwhile, has attached an extraordinary political timetable to the conflict. He says the war could end immediately after the November midterms, arguing that Tehran is desperately attempting to hold out long enough to influence the American election. That assertion inevitably raises another question: why should the military endurance of Iran suddenly expire when Americans finish voting? The timing matters because the war is no longer only a foreign policy problem for the White House. Disruption across the Gulf has helped drive energy prices higher, increasing economic and political pressure at home as Republicans fight to retain control of Congress. Trump is therefore selling two messages simultaneously: America is winning, and Americans will not have to endure the consequences for much longer. Also Read: 15,000 police, 200 paramilitary companies deployed, routes secured, hotels fortified as Delhi gears up for BRICS Summit But his own threats complicate that promise. Attention is now turning to Pickaxe Mountain, near Iran's damaged Natanz nuclear complex. Trump has warned Tehran against further activity there, threatening a powerful American response if Iran crosses Washington's line. It is a remarkable juxtaposition. One moment, the president predicts that Iran can barely hold out beyond November. The next, he is publicly contemplating another significant military strike. The language of conclusion is colliding with the mechanics of escalation. Iran, meanwhile, is hardly speaking like a government preparing to surrender. Tehran has attached sweeping conditions to ending the conflict, including demands involving Lebanon, Yemen, frozen Iranian assets and non interference in its nuclear and missile programmes. Several are unacceptable to Israel and Washington in their present form. That leaves diplomacy theoretically possible, but politically and strategically distant. And then there is the timeline reportedly being discussed behind closed doors in Washington. The Wall Street Journal reports that senior Trump advisers, including Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, have discussed with the president the possibility that Tehran could withstand American pressure far longer than publicly suggested, potentially stretching the conflict through the remainder of Trump's presidency. That means Washington may effectively be operating with two clocks. The public clock runs to November. The strategic clock could run to January 2029. Perhaps neither prediction will prove correct. Wars have an unpleasant habit of destroying the timetables politicians construct for them. But the widening gulf between rhetoric and reality matters. Netanyahu says Iran's axis is approaching collapse. Trump says Tehran cannot hold out much longer. Yet Iranian resistance continues, regional actors remain active, shipping routes remain vulnerable, and Washington is threatening another target buried beneath an Iranian mountain. Six months into this conflict, perhaps the most revealing question is no longer who says they are winning. It is this: If Iran is close to defeat, its axis close to collapse and the war close to ending, why does everyone appear to be preparing for what comes next?

Despite Donald Trump and Benjamin Netanyahu predicting Iran's defeat and the war's end, continued Iranian resistance, regional attacks and threats of further US strikes suggest the conflict could continue well beyond the November midterms.

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Security has been stepped up across New Delhi ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit, with Bharat Mandapam set to host the two day meeting on September 12 and 13. Delhi Police has deployed thousands of personnel and put in place a multi layered security plan covering key venues, routes, hotels and other important locations.&nbsp;Around 15,000 Delhi Police personnel and nearly 200 companies of paramilitary forces have been mobilised for the event. Specialised surveillance cameras have also been installed along important routes to strengthen monitoring and support traffic enforcement.&nbsp;India is hosting the summit under the theme, “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability." The event is expected to bring international leaders and their delegations to Bharat Mandapam, leading authorities to put extensive security measures in place across the capital.<h3>Putin's hotel turned into high security zone</h3>Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to arrive in Delhi on September 11 and stay at the Maurya Hotel. The property has been placed under tight security, with a four layer security cordon established for his protection.&nbsp;The first layer will consist of the CPT, or Close Protection Team. Its personnel will provide close protection to Putin and remain with him throughout his stay.&nbsp;Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to reach Delhi on September 12. After arriving at Palam Air Force Station, he is scheduled to travel to the Maurya and Taj hotels.&nbsp;Special security teams from Russia and China have already reached Delhi and are overseeing arrangements at the hotels where the two leaders will stay.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-walks-back-on-houthi-warning-rules-out-military-action-under-mecca-pact-1789048794860">Pakistan walks back Houthi threat, rules out military action as rebels target Saudi Arabia</a><h3>Multi agency security plan across national capital</h3>Special Commissioner of Police (Protective/Security Division) Manish Kumar Agrawal said Delhi Police had worked with several government and security agencies to prepare for the summit.&nbsp;"We have made elaborate bandobast by ensuring minimum inconvenience to the public. We have also issued advance advisories regarding traffic arrangements, " Agrawal said.&nbsp;He said police teams had surveyed routes and important locations in detail and prepared arrangements covering security, traffic and law and order.&nbsp;The security plan includes the airport, hotels hosting visiting dignitaries, Bharat Mandapam and other places where scheduled or unscheduled meetings could take place. Access control, verification, vigilance and surveillance measures have been arranged at key points.&nbsp;Emergency response systems have also been prepared to deal with any untoward incident or disaster like situation. These arrangements include provisions for evacuation if required.&nbsp;Delhi Police has coordinated with the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Commerce, NSG, Intelligence Bureau and various Central Armed Police Forces.&nbsp;"We have coordinated with all these agencies and also carried out extensive surveys of the routes to make the necessary arrangements and ensure that there is no disruption or security lapse", Agrawal said.&nbsp;Police have also held coordination meetings with neighbouring states and are maintaining contact over intelligence inputs, border security and the movement of manpower and material.&nbsp;Agrawal said the overall effort was focused on conducting the summit safely and smoothly while keeping inconvenience to the public to a minimum. He also pointed to Delhi Police's experience in managing major events, including the G20 Summit, International Solar Alliance programmes and other large gatherings.

Delhi has deployed 15,000 police personnel and nearly 200 paramilitary companies while securing routes and fortifying hotels ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit.

Security has been stepped up across New Delhi ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit, with Bharat Mandapam set to host the two day meeting on September 12 and 13. Delhi Police has deployed thousands of personnel and put in place a multi layered security plan covering key venues, routes, hotels and other important locations. Around 15,000 Delhi Police personnel and nearly 200 companies of paramilitary forces have been mobilised for the event. Specialised surveillance cameras have also been installed along important routes to strengthen monitoring and support traffic enforcement. India is hosting the summit under the theme, “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability." The event is expected to bring international leaders and their delegations to Bharat Mandapam, leading authorities to put extensive security measures in place across the capital. Putin's hotel turned into high security zone Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to arrive in Delhi on September 11 and stay at the Maurya Hotel. The property has been placed under tight security, with a four layer security cordon established for his protection. The first layer will consist of the CPT, or Close Protection Team. Its personnel will provide close protection to Putin and remain with him throughout his stay. Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to reach Delhi on September 12. After arriving at Palam Air Force Station, he is scheduled to travel to the Maurya and Taj hotels. Special security teams from Russia and China have already reached Delhi and are overseeing arrangements at the hotels where the two leaders will stay. Also Read: Pakistan walks back Houthi threat, rules out military action as rebels target Saudi Arabia Multi agency security plan across national capital Special Commissioner of Police (Protective/Security Division) Manish Kumar Agrawal said Delhi Police had worked with several government and security agencies to prepare for the summit. "We have made elaborate bandobast by ensuring minimum inconvenience to the public. We have also issued advance advisories regarding traffic arrangements, " Agrawal said. He said police teams had surveyed routes and important locations in detail and prepared arrangements covering security, traffic and law and order. The security plan includes the airport, hotels hosting visiting dignitaries, Bharat Mandapam and other places where scheduled or unscheduled meetings could take place. Access control, verification, vigilance and surveillance measures have been arranged at key points. Emergency response systems have also been prepared to deal with any untoward incident or disaster like situation. These arrangements include provisions for evacuation if required. Delhi Police has coordinated with the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Commerce, NSG, Intelligence Bureau and various Central Armed Police Forces. "We have coordinated with all these agencies and also carried out extensive surveys of the routes to make the necessary arrangements and ensure that there is no disruption or security lapse", Agrawal said. Police have also held coordination meetings with neighbouring states and are maintaining contact over intelligence inputs, border security and the movement of manpower and material. Agrawal said the overall effort was focused on conducting the summit safely and smoothly while keeping inconvenience to the public to a minimum. He also pointed to Delhi Police's experience in managing major events, including the G20 Summit, International Solar Alliance programmes and other large gatherings.

Delhi has deployed 15,000 police personnel and nearly 200 paramilitary companies while securing routes and fortifying hotels ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit.

15,000 police, 200 paramilitary companies deployed, routes secured, hotels fortified as Delhi gears up for BRICS Summit

The suicide bomber behind the deadly blast near Delhi’s Red Fort last year had changed his plan last-minute, according to the chargesheet by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Umar Un Nabi, who has been named as the mastermind behind the terror attack in November 2025, initially targeted Lal Mandir, a Jain temple, but changed his plan due to the traffic and presence of police in the area. In the chargesheet, the agency has alleged that Nabi, also known as Pinda and Rahul Bhat, was “operational in-charge” of Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGuH) terror module, which had been revived by him in recent years to carry out terror attacks across India. The investigators have described the AGuH as a revived manifestation of Al-Qaida in the Indian Sub-continent.<h2>Was Lal Mandir the original target?</h2>According to the NIA investigation, Nabi walked out of the Sunhari Masjid parking lot around 6:37 pm and drove his i20 car, which had been converted into a Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED), near Lal Mandir. He then tried to park the vehicle there but made a U-turn and reached near the Red Fort. The blast happened minutes later at 6:50.The agency also revealed that Nabi visited the Red Fort 12 times between 2023 and 2025. His last visit was on May 1, 2025, about six months before the blast. NIA believes his visits were part of a reconnaissance session for planning terror activities. Nabi and his associates also turned off their mobile phones during these visits to hide their digital movement.<h2>Bombs made using urine?</h2>According to the NIA chargesheet, PDFs recovered from pen drives allegedly belonging to Nabi and another accused, Shaheen Saeed, contained references to making explosives using urea nitrate. The documents also reportedly described an alternative way of obtaining urea from urine.The NIA cited a witness who allegedly noticed a plastic bag containing urine in Nabi’s room. The strong smell reportedly became so noticeable that the woman complained about it to Nabi’s friend, Shoaib, the agency said.The chargesheet also details Nabi’s shopping trip during his stay in Nuh. According to the investigation, he went shopping with one of Shoaib’s relatives and bought a T-shirt, a white shirt and cargo pants. The purchases were reportedly paid for in cash and have been cited by the NIA as part of the evidence in the case.<h2>Red Fort blast part of a bigger conspiracy?</h2>The NIA has alleged the explosion was the culmination of a wider conspiracy involving radicalisation, weapons procurement and preparations for further attacks. Recoveries made during the investigation suggested preparations for manufacturing and storing explosive substances.The blast occurred near the Red Fort at around 6:50 pm on November 10, killing 11 people and injuring 29 others, according to the investigation.NIA said that Nabi was inside the vehicle when it exploded. His identity was confirmed after DNA examination of biological material recovered from the blast site. The chargesheet added that forensic evidence indicated that the explosive device was initiated from inside the vehicle through a command mechanism.As Nabi died in the blast, proceedings against him have been abated. The allegations in the chargesheet remain subject to trial and judicial scrutiny.

NIA chargesheet claims Red Fort bomber Umar Un Nabi initially targeted Lal Mandir but changed plans due to traffic and police presence before the November 2025 blast.

The suicide bomber behind the deadly blast near Delhi’s Red Fort last year had changed his plan last-minute, according to the chargesheet by the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Umar Un Nabi, who has been named as the mastermind behind the terror attack in November 2025, initially targeted Lal Mandir, a Jain temple, but changed his plan due to the traffic and presence of police in the area. In the chargesheet, the agency has alleged that Nabi, also known as Pinda and Rahul Bhat, was “operational in-charge” of Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGuH) terror module, which had been revived by him in recent years to carry out terror attacks across India. The investigators have described the AGuH as a revived manifestation of Al-Qaida in the Indian Sub-continent. Was Lal Mandir the original target? According to the NIA investigation, Nabi walked out of the Sunhari Masjid parking lot around 6:37 pm and drove his i20 car, which had been converted into a Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED), near Lal Mandir. He then tried to park the vehicle there but made a U-turn and reached near the Red Fort. The blast happened minutes later at 6:50. The agency also revealed that Nabi visited the Red Fort 12 times between 2023 and 2025. His last visit was on May 1, 2025, about six months before the blast. NIA believes his visits were part of a reconnaissance session for planning terror activities. Nabi and his associates also turned off their mobile phones during these visits to hide their digital movement. Bombs made using urine? According to the NIA chargesheet, PDFs recovered from pen drives allegedly belonging to Nabi and another accused, Shaheen Saeed, contained references to making explosives using urea nitrate. The documents also reportedly described an alternative way of obtaining urea from urine. The NIA cited a witness who allegedly noticed a plastic bag containing urine in Nabi’s room. The strong smell reportedly became so noticeable that the woman complained about it to Nabi’s friend, Shoaib, the agency said. The chargesheet also details Nabi’s shopping trip during his stay in Nuh. According to the investigation, he went shopping with one of Shoaib’s relatives and bought a T-shirt, a white shirt and cargo pants. The purchases were reportedly paid for in cash and have been cited by the NIA as part of the evidence in the case. Red Fort blast part of a bigger conspiracy? The NIA has alleged the explosion was the culmination of a wider conspiracy involving radicalisation, weapons procurement and preparations for further attacks. Recoveries made during the investigation suggested preparations for manufacturing and storing explosive substances. The blast occurred near the Red Fort at around 6:50 pm on November 10, killing 11 people and injuring 29 others, according to the investigation. NIA said that Nabi was inside the vehicle when it exploded. His identity was confirmed after DNA examination of biological material recovered from the blast site. The chargesheet added that forensic evidence indicated that the explosive device was initiated from inside the vehicle through a command mechanism. As Nabi died in the blast, proceedings against him have been abated. The allegations in the chargesheet remain subject to trial and judicial scrutiny.

NIA chargesheet claims Red Fort bomber Umar Un Nabi initially targeted Lal Mandir but changed plans due to traffic and police presence before the November 2025 blast.

Delhi’s Red Fort bomber changed target at last minute? NIA reveals his original plan

US President Donald Trump has responded to the coordinated sanctions by the UK, France and Canada targeting the illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. He did not completely back or criticise the sanctions, but hinted that he would hold talks with all the concerned parties to understand why these were being enforced now.&nbsp;“I just saw this, and I’m going to speak with Israel, and I’m going to speak with them, and I’ll find out what their thinking is. I completely understand what is happening, but I want to know why this happened all of a sudden,” said Trump.US President Donald Trump's remarks came as reports suggested that his administration raised no objection with the UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham during a phone call between them following the announcement of the sanctions. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio refrained from condemning Britain’s move, simply stating that “the President has not commented on this matter.”Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/houthis-capture-al-mokha-yemen-bab-el-mandeb-red-sea-1789041773019">Houthis capture Yemen's al Mokha port city, advance towards strategic Bab el-Mandeb</a>The White House also tried to distance itself from the comments made by the US ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, who described the sanctions as “discrimination against the Jewish people” and “irrational,” stressing that the statement made by him is not in coordination with "the White House or the State Department.”UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband had previously escalated the rhetoric on the settler violence in the West Bank, calling these settlers “terrorists” and accusing them of “ethnic cleansing” of Palestinians.Israel reacted angrily to these sanctions and retaliated by expelling British diplomats, closing the British Consulate in East Jerusalem, and banning the entry of 11 left-wing British MPs, including Jeremy Corbyn and Diana Abbott.

Donald Trump has responded to coordinated UK, France and Canada sanctions targeting illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank.

US President Donald Trump has responded to the coordinated sanctions by the UK, France and Canada targeting the illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. He did not completely back or criticise the sanctions, but hinted that he would hold talks with all the concerned parties to understand why these were being enforced now. “I just saw this, and I’m going to speak with Israel, and I’m going to speak with them, and I’ll find out what their thinking is. I completely understand what is happening, but I want to know why this happened all of a sudden,” said Trump. US President Donald Trump's remarks came as reports suggested that his administration raised no objection with the UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham during a phone call between them following the announcement of the sanctions. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio refrained from condemning Britain’s move, simply stating that “the President has not commented on this matter.” Also Read: Houthis capture Yemen's al Mokha port city, advance towards strategic Bab el-Mandeb The White House also tried to distance itself from the comments made by the US ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, who described the sanctions as “discrimination against the Jewish people” and “irrational,” stressing that the statement made by him is not in coordination with "the White House or the State Department.” UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband had previously escalated the rhetoric on the settler violence in the West Bank, calling these settlers “terrorists” and accusing them of “ethnic cleansing” of Palestinians. Israel reacted angrily to these sanctions and retaliated by expelling British diplomats, closing the British Consulate in East Jerusalem, and banning the entry of 11 left-wing British MPs, including Jeremy Corbyn and Diana Abbott.

Donald Trump has responded to coordinated UK, France and Canada sanctions targeting illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank.

Trump responds to UK-France-Canada sanctions on Israeli settlements in West Bank

Pakistan has clarified that it is not currently considering any military action under its recently signed defence agreement with Saudi Arabia and Turkiye, despite warnings from its defence minister that the pact could be activated if the Yemen conflict reaches Saudi territory.&nbsp;Pakistan foreign ministry spokesperson Sajjad Haider Khan made the clarification on Thursday while responding to questions about the agreement signed by the three countries last month.&nbsp;“There is no such thing under discussion right now ... When time comes (we) will act under the agreement,” Khan said, referring to the pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye.<h3>Pakistan says no military response is currently on table</h3>The clarification came a day after Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif warned that the agreement could come into effect if fighting in Yemen spilled over into Saudi Arabia. Asif said Pakistan was “bound by the terms and conditions of this pact” and would fulfil its commitments if the situation required it.&nbsp;He had also issued a warning to the Houthis, saying that any attempt to extend the Yemen conflict into Saudi Arabia could trigger the pact's provisions. “the clauses of this pact over confronting aggression will become operative”, Asif said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chinese-president-xi-jinping-pm-modi-bilateral-in-delhi-this-weekend-brics-summit-1789017880864">Chinese President Xi Jinping, PM Modi bilateral in Delhi this weekend on sidelines of BRICS Summit</a>&nbsp;However, the defence minister also stressed that the agreement was defensive in nature. He said it did not give Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye authority to independently launch offensive operations against another country.<h3>Houthi attacks put focus on Mecca defence pact</h3>The issue gained urgency after Iran backed Houthis carried out attacks on Saudi cities and energy infrastructure this week. The strikes have added another theatre to the wider conflict in the Middle East.&nbsp;According to Reuters, Islamabad has also warned Iran to rein in its Yemeni Houthi allies after the group intensified attacks against Saudi Arabia.&nbsp;The Mecca joint defence agreement was signed by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye on August 7 in Mecca. It seeks to strengthen collective deterrence and defence cooperation between the three countries.&nbsp;A key provision of the pact states that “any armed attack against any one of the three States shall be regarded as an attack against them all.” The agreement also provides for greater defence cooperation among Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye.

Pakistan has stepped back from its Houthi warning, saying no military response under the Mecca defence pact is currently being discussed despite Saudi Arabia facing intensified attacks.

Pakistan has clarified that it is not currently considering any military action under its recently signed defence agreement with Saudi Arabia and Turkiye, despite warnings from its defence minister that the pact could be activated if the Yemen conflict reaches Saudi territory. Pakistan foreign ministry spokesperson Sajjad Haider Khan made the clarification on Thursday while responding to questions about the agreement signed by the three countries last month. “There is no such thing under discussion right now ... When time comes (we) will act under the agreement,” Khan said, referring to the pact between Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye. Pakistan says no military response is currently on table The clarification came a day after Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif warned that the agreement could come into effect if fighting in Yemen spilled over into Saudi Arabia. Asif said Pakistan was “bound by the terms and conditions of this pact” and would fulfil its commitments if the situation required it. He had also issued a warning to the Houthis, saying that any attempt to extend the Yemen conflict into Saudi Arabia could trigger the pact's provisions. “the clauses of this pact over confronting aggression will become operative”, Asif said. Also Read: Chinese President Xi Jinping, PM Modi bilateral in Delhi this weekend on sidelines of BRICS Summit However, the defence minister also stressed that the agreement was defensive in nature. He said it did not give Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye authority to independently launch offensive operations against another country. Houthi attacks put focus on Mecca defence pact The issue gained urgency after Iran backed Houthis carried out attacks on Saudi cities and energy infrastructure this week. The strikes have added another theatre to the wider conflict in the Middle East. According to Reuters, Islamabad has also warned Iran to rein in its Yemeni Houthi allies after the group intensified attacks against Saudi Arabia. The Mecca joint defence agreement was signed by Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye on August 7 in Mecca. It seeks to strengthen collective deterrence and defence cooperation between the three countries. A key provision of the pact states that “any armed attack against any one of the three States shall be regarded as an attack against them all.” The agreement also provides for greater defence cooperation among Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkiye.

Pakistan has stepped back from its Houthi warning, saying no military response under the Mecca defence pact is currently being discussed despite Saudi Arabia facing intensified attacks.

Pakistan walks back Houthi threat, rules out military action as rebels target Saudi Arabia

Latest News Today Live Updates: President Donald Trump is headlining the Republican National Committee’s first-ever Republican Midterm Convention, a historic two-day gathering aimed at energising the party’s base ahead of the crucial November midterm elections. The convention is being held on September 9–10, 2026, at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, with Republicans seeking to maintain control of Congress.Meanwhile, a passenger ferry fire aboard the M/V June Aster off Palawan province in the Philippines has killed at least five people, while 87 remain unaccounted for as of September 10. Search and rescue operations are continuing after the vessel caught fire offshore.Apple has officially launched its new iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and its much-anticipated first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, at its “Surprise and Shine” event on September 9, 2026. The latest launches mark a major expansion of Apple’s iPhone lineup.India is set to host the BRICS Summit 2026, with WION leading the coverage. Stay with us for the latest news, breaking updates and developments as they unfold.

IAEA chief Rafael Grossi says remote imagery shows movement at Iran’s fortified Pickaxe Mountain site, but inspectors still do not know what is underway.“There are some indications that there is movement around this construction site," said IAEA chief Rafael Grossi to Bloomberg TV. The Chief had not been able to verify the condition or whereabouts of Iran's stockpile of near-weapons-grade uranium since June 2025.

IAEA confirms activity in Iran's Pickaxe mountain

US President Donald Trump has responded to the coordinated sanctions by the UK, France and Canada targeting the illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. He did not completely back or criticise the sanctions, but hinted that he would hold talks with all the concerned parties to understand why these were being enforced now.“I just saw this, and I’m going to speak with Israel, and I’m going to speak with them, and I’ll find out what their thinking is. I completely understand what is happening, but I want to know why this happened all of a sudden,” said Trump.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-uk-france-canada-sanctions-israeli-settlements-west-bank-1789048270301">Read more</a>

The MCD sealed at least 56 jewellery and bullion shops in Chandni Chowk's prominent Kucha Mahajani Market. Traders said gold and silver jewellery worth crores remained locked inside the sealed shops. This action was due to the unauthorised commercial misuse of basements and structural violations under the Delhi Master Plan-2021 as part of increased checks after seven people died in the Satya Niketan building collapse."The question to consider is whether, after the Satya Niketan tragedy, only traders will have to bear the brunt of this tragedy or whether action will also be taken against any government department and politicians," PTI quoted the association in a statement.&nbsp;

54 jewellery shops sealed in Chandni Chowk, Delhi

At least 20 people were killed, and five others were reported missing after a docked cargo ship in Qingdao, on the northeastern Chinese coast, caught fire, as reported by the Chinese state media. The ship was docked for repairs at Beihai Shipbuilding Co. According to the Chinese Xinhua News Agency, the ship has been identified as the Ocean Melody, which sails under a Liberian flag, according to the tracking website VesselFinder.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/qingdao-cargo-ship-fire-ocean-melody-20-killed-five-missing-1789038883564">Read more</a>

At least 20 killed, five missing after cargo vessel catches fire in China

The Houthis have captured the important port city of Al Mokha on Yemen's western coast after almost nine days of continuous fighting. The Yemeni government, which is backed by Saudi Arabia, has fallen back to the south of the city. They have also launched large-scale attacks targeting Saudi Arabia.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/houthis-capture-al-mokha-yemen-bab-el-mandeb-red-sea-1789041773019">Read more</a>

Houthis capture Yemen's al Mokha port city, advance towards strategic Bab el-Mandeb

As India is set to host the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit, suspense continues over whether Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will visit New Delhi as part of the summit's outreach to other regional groupings. India has invited leaders of the African Union, ASEAN, GCC and BIMSTEC to participate in outreach sessions focused on engaging the Global South. Bangladesh currently holds the chairship of BIMSTEC, or Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation. BIMSTEC comprises Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand. Naturally, it's the PM of the BIMSTEC chair nation who would be invited to attend the BRICS outreach event.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/brics-summit-is-bangladesh-pm-coming-to-delhi-his-minister-says-1789043249767">Read more.</a>

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At least seven people were injured after a section of an under-construction bridge collapsed in the Jalalpur area of Bihar’s Vaishali district on Thursday (Sep 10). The incident took place while construction work was in progress, when a large portion of the bridge structure suddenly gave way, sending construction material and steel components crashing to the ground.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/at-least-7-injured-after-under-construction-bridge-collapses-in-bihar-s-vaishali-1789039295201">Read more.</a>

At least 7 injured after under-construction bridge collapses in Bihar’s Vaishali

As traffic signals turn red across the congested junctions of the Kenyan capital, young performers dressed in leopard print step into the roads to tumble, juggle, and perform acrobatic manoeuvres for motorists stuck in gridlock. According to a report by news outlet The Associated Press, street acrobats first emerged in Nairobi during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic and have since become a routine presence. Troupe members, many of whom migrated from the coastal regions aiming for theatre careers, now rely on driver tips to earn a living amid widespread national unemployment.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nairobi-street-acrobats-turn-traffic-signal-into-stage-for-survival-1789033255231">Read more</a>

Nairobi street acrobats turn traffic signal into stage for survival

Several US military aircraft have reportedly suffered damage after Iran attacked American air base in Jordan. One A-10 Thunderbolt, ​known as ​the Warthog, was struck ‌and left with a missing wing, while roughly ​eight ​F-15s ⁠sustained light damage. According to a CBS report, the aircrafts were placed ⁠back into service during the Iranian strike at Muwaffaq Salti ​Air Base, CBS reporter ​Jennifer Jacobs said in a post on X."American forces in Jordan launched more than 30 Patriot missiles defending against the Iranian strikes. The overnight damage came after the US attacked five Iranian tankers in retaliation for Iran targeting a US Navy warship. In response, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claimed they launched attacks at eight tankers and two warships, including the base in Jordan," she wrote. The US has dozens of warplanes operating from the Muwaffaq Salti ​Air Base, which acts as a key airpower hub for operations against Iran.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-10-thunderbolt-f-15-fighter-jets-several-us-military-aircraft-damaged-in-iranian-attack-on-jordan-1789015922073">Read more</a>

Several US military aircraft damaged in Iranian attack on Jordan

US President Donald Trump addressed Republican Party’s first-ever midterm convention nearly two hours during its opening night on Wednesday (Sep 9). He turned it into personal political rally urging voters to treat the November elections as if he himself were on the ballot, slammed Democrats, targeted former presidents Joe Biden and Barack Obama, praised his administration's action on Iran and announced that he would go on a campaign blitz. An offer of 5000 USD and warning of losing everything also came as a part of Trump's speech. The convention was held as Republicans trying to hold on to their congressional majorities in the November 3 midterm elections.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/5-000-to-americans-charlie-kirk-and-iran-war-end-date-10-key-points-from-trump-s-rnc-speech-1789027581824">Read more</a>

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As Ranna Puja approaches, Bengali kitchens across Kolkata and West Bengal are staring at an unusual gap on the plate — Padma and Meghna hilsa, the fish most synonymous with the festival, is simply not arriving. Markets this year are being propped up instead by Myanmar hilsa, and in a twist few saw coming, by hilsa shipped in from Gujarat, a large share of which is now being re-exported to Bangladesh itself.Ranna Puja is a Bengali festival, falling on September 17 this year, honoring Goddess Manasa, where elaborate cooking (often with hilsa) happens the night before, followed by a no-cooking day when the meal is eaten cold. It remains a strong tradition in rural Bengal and Kolkata's suburbs.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ilish-missing-in-action-no-bangladeshi-hilsa-for-bengal-s-ranna-puja-this-year-1789027676985">Read more</a>

Ilish missing in action: No Bangladeshi hilsa for Bengal’s Ranna puja this year

Global corporate leaders representing China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC), Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (ICBC), Huawei Technologies, Alibaba Group, First Abu Dhabi Bank, Emirates Airline, Etihad Airways and Embraer are expected to attend Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s address at the BRICS Business Forum meeting on Friday evening.

From Huawei to Alibaba, global corporate giants to attend PM Modi’s BRICS address

Several US military aircraft have reportedly suffered damage after Iran attacked American air base in Jordan. One A-10 Thunderbolt, ​known as ​the Warthog, was struck ‌and left with a missing wing, while roughly ​eight ​F-15s ⁠sustained light damage. According to a CBS report, the aircrafts were placed ⁠back into service during the Iranian strike at Muwaffaq Salti ​Air Base, CBS reporter ​Jennifer Jacobs said in a post on X.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-10-thunderbolt-f-15-fighter-jets-several-us-military-aircraft-damaged-in-iranian-attack-on-jordan-1789015922073">Read here</a>

A-10 Thunderbolt, F-15 fighter jets: Several US military aircraft damaged in Iranian attack on Jordan

Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to arrive in New Delhi on Saturday for the BRICS summit, in what would be his first trip to India since 2019 and a closely watched test of a cautious thaw for India, China. A formal announcement of the visit could come later on Thursday, officials familiar with protocol said, following the usual practice that the visiting side confirms travel. Chinese President is expected to leave on Sunday after the two-day gathering. He is likely to be accompanied by a large delegation of officials and business leaders, larger than the team that travelled with him on his last India visit.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/chinese-president-xi-jinping-pm-modi-bilateral-in-delhi-this-weekend-brics-summit-1789017880864">Read here</a>

Chinese President Xi Jinping, PM Modi bilateral in Delhi this weekend on sidelines of BRICS Summit

Thousands of people gathered in Slovenia’s capital, Ljubljana, on Wednesday to protest the opening of Israel’s first embassy in the European Union country. The demonstration came as nationalist Prime Minister Janez Janša pursued a diplomatic reset with Israel, marking a sharp departure from the approach of his predecessor, Robert Golob, whose government had described Israel’s war in Gaza as “genocide.”

Thousands protest in Ljubljana as Slovenia opens Israel’s first embassy

Saima Wazed, the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Southeast Asia regional director and daughter of ousted Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has resigned from her post, according to her resignation letter seen by news agency Reuters. Wazed’s resignation comes amid fraud-related investigations by both the WHO and Bangladeshi authorities, adding another layer to the political and legal fallout surrounding Hasina’s ouster after a deadly uprising in Bangladesh in mid-2024.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/saima-wazed-sheikh-hasina-s-daughter-resigns-as-who-regional-director-amid-fraud-allegations-who-is-she-1789014970165">Read here</a>

Saima Wazed, Sheikh Hasina's daughter, resigns as WHO regional director amid fraud allegations. Who is she?

Several US military aircraft have suffered damage in an overnight Iranian attack at an American air base in Jordan, according to a CBS report.

 US planes destroyed by Iran

US president hits out at Democrats' policies on issues like immigration. The Democrats "gave us the worse and most dangerous border in American history", Trump says, adding that, with his administration, the US has "the strongest and most secure border in our country's history". "It's like we're living in a different country than two years ago," he says.

Trump says he has made America the strongest

Trump slams Iran and calls Tehran the "bully" of the Middle East. He also muses again about renaming the Strait of Hormuz, off the coast of Iran, the Trump Strait. He also proposed renaming of Lake Ontario as "Lake America" in the US, as he escalates a trade war with Canada.

Trump calls Tehran the "bully" 

Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman made a virtual appearance at the Republican National Committee midterm convention on Wednesday to support his friend, Pennsylvania Sen. Dave McCormick. “Why am I here talking to you today?” Fetterman said in a prerecorded video. “Because, well, I’m a commonsense Democrat.” “David McCormick is the kind of senator that gets the job done,” he added, noting the duo would work with President Trump to help revitalize Pennsylvania’s manufacturing industry while calling McCormick a “friend.”&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"&gt;&lt;p lang="en" dir="ltr"&gt;time to adjust your math about how many seats Dems need to win to take the Senate -- here&amp;#39;s John Fetterman video message to Trumpapalooza in which he pledges to work with President Trump &lt;a href="https://t.co/7HvpoaUmjs"&gt;pic.twitter.com/7HvpoaUmjs&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) &lt;a href="https://x.com/atrupar/status/2097826309837574263?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;September 9, 2026&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;

Pennsylvania Sen. John Fetterman made a virtual appearance at the Republican convention 

Trump argued that if Democrats win back Congress in November then it could likely set the country back for ten years as it recovers from the policies of the “radical left.”“Your vote will decide whether our country stumbles at the starting gate of the next 250 years, or surges forward and never, ever looks back,” Trump said as the crowd erupted into cheers.

Trump warns Dems could derail America’s ‘250-year’ future: ‘Finish the job’

Speaking at the GOP convention in Texas, President Donald Trump urged voters to send Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton to the US Senate. “I'll be coming back to Texas because we have to elect Ken Paxton. We have to,” Trump said Wednesday evening.Paxton is up against Democratic state Rep. James Talarico, who is seeking to flip a seat in a state that has not elected a Democrat to the US Senate since 1988.

Trump to Texans on Paxton: ‘He may not be the best-looking guy,’ but he’s ‘the greatest’

Trump suggested renaming the Strait of Hormuz “Trump Strait” during remarks at the Republican Midterm Convention in Dallas.“We control the Hormuz Strait,” Trump said. “I think we should call it the Trump Strait. I should get something out of it.”Trump said he would make an announcement about the proposed name and joked that Iran’s leaders would be unhappy with the idea.“I’d like to tell you it was their idea,” Trump said. “It was not their idea.”

Trump suggests renaming the Strait of Hormuz “Trump Strait”

At least five people were killed and 87 remain unaccounted for after a fire erupted aboard a ferry near a tourist hotspot in the Philippine province of Palawan, the coast guard said Thursday. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ferry-catches-fire-in-philippines-5-dead-at-least-87-unaccounted-for-in-palawan-1789001389658">READ MORE</a>

Ferry catches fire in Philippines

“We want our products to be simple and intuitive,” Apple’s new CEO John Ternus said as he took the stage for a pivotal keynote, ushering in a new chapter for the iPhone and the broader foldable phone market.Apple, which marked its 50th anniversary earlier this year, unveiled the new iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and the much-anticipated foldable iPhone Ultra, the perceived star of this year’s lineup.The company also introduced the Apple Watch Series 12, the fourth-generation Watch Ultra and AirPods 5 at its “Surprise and Shine” keynote. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/apple-iphone-18-pro-foldable-iphone-duo-launched-everything-announced-at-the-2026-keynote-1788980167382">READ NHERE</a>

iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, and Apple Watch 12: Apple’s John Ternus era begins

The Republican Party has launched its first-ever midterm convention in Dallas, Texas. Dubbed "Trumpapalooza," the two-day event (September 9–10, 2026) places President Donald Trump at center stage as the GOP seeks to energize its base and gain momentum ahead of the November 3 midterm elections

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Latest News Today Live Updates: Trump headlines the first Republican Midterm Convention, while a Philippines ferry fire leaves five dead and 87 unaccounted for. Apple launches the iPhone 18 Pro and first foldable iPhone, as India prepares to host the BRICS Summit 2026.

Latest News Today Live Updates: President Donald Trump is headlining the Republican National Committee’s first-ever Republican Midterm Convention, a historic two-day gathering aimed at energising the party’s base ahead of the crucial November midterm elections. The convention is being held on September 9–10, 2026, at the American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, with Republicans seeking to maintain control of Congress. Meanwhile, a passenger ferry fire aboard the M/V June Aster off Palawan province in the Philippines has killed at least five people, while 87 remain unaccounted for as of September 10. Search and rescue operations are continuing after the vessel caught fire offshore. Apple has officially launched its new iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and its much-anticipated first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, at its “Surprise and Shine” event on September 9, 2026. The latest launches mark a major expansion of Apple’s iPhone lineup. India is set to host the BRICS Summit 2026, with WION leading the coverage. Stay with us for the latest news, breaking updates and developments as they unfold.

Latest News Today Live Updates: Trump headlines the first Republican Midterm Convention, while a Philippines ferry fire leaves five dead and 87 unaccounted for. Apple launches the iPhone 18 Pro and first foldable iPhone, as India prepares to host the BRICS Summit 2026.

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The Houthis have captured the important port city of al Mokha on Yemen's western coast after almost nine days of continuous fighting. The Yemeni government, which is backed by Saudi Arabia, has fallen back to the south of the city. They have also launched large-scale attacks targeting Saudi Arabia.“Resistance groups have left Mokha and are now deployed to Dhubab (46km) south of the city,” said a Yemeni Official to The National. According to eyewitnesses quoted by the AFP, who saw Houthi forces entering the city on Thursday were shouting, “death to Israel, death to America.”Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/qingdao-cargo-ship-fire-ocean-melody-20-killed-five-missing-1789038883564">Qingdao ship fire: At least 20 killed, five missing after cargo vessel catches fire in China</a><h2>What does this mean for Bab el Mandeb?</h2>The Iran-backed Houthis already control the political capital Sana and the main commercial port Hodeidah. The capture of al Mokha marks a significant development as it links their northern strongholds. It was once a strong base of the Yemeni government forces, but now it allows the Houthis to assert control over the Red Sea coastline.According to the Yemeni military, the Houthi forces are advancing towards the Bab el-Mandeb strait. They have now launched a major offensive to seize Perim Island located inside the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, with unconfirmed reports from several international media outlets indicating that Houthi fighters have begun landing on the island.Bab al-Mandeb is responsible for 10-12 per cent of global trade. At a time when the Strait of Hormuz is closed, this will allow Houthis to further disrupt global trade. This will also allow them to target Saudi reinforcements coming at the southern port of Hodeidah and cut three main supply lines to the internationally recognised government forces. This also means that the Red Sea port of Yanbu, a key port to bypass the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Strait of Hormuz, which had recently seen a rebound according to data tracking firm Kpler, will be within the range of Houthi missiles and drones.&nbsp;According to military sources, Houthis also seized Zuqar Island, in the southern Red Sea, "after rocket attacks and a ground assault carried out using boats transporting fighters". According to Hussain al-Bukhaiti, a pro-Houthi commentator in Sana, it is not just about Bab el Mandeb; they want to liberate the entire coastline from the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and every corner of Yemen.Houthi attacks on the kingdom continued even as Saudi Arabia conveyed a warning message to Tehran through Pakistan to control the Houthis.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Houthis have captured Yemen's al Mokha after nine days of fighting, raising concerns over control of the Red Sea coastline and Bab el-Mandeb.

The Houthis have captured the important port city of al Mokha on Yemen's western coast after almost nine days of continuous fighting. The Yemeni government, which is backed by Saudi Arabia, has fallen back to the south of the city. They have also launched large-scale attacks targeting Saudi Arabia. “Resistance groups have left Mokha and are now deployed to Dhubab (46km) south of the city,” said a Yemeni Official to The National. According to eyewitnesses quoted by the AFP, who saw Houthi forces entering the city on Thursday were shouting, “death to Israel, death to America.” Also Read: Qingdao ship fire: At least 20 killed, five missing after cargo vessel catches fire in China What does this mean for Bab el Mandeb? The Iran-backed Houthis already control the political capital Sana and the main commercial port Hodeidah. The capture of al Mokha marks a significant development as it links their northern strongholds. It was once a strong base of the Yemeni government forces, but now it allows the Houthis to assert control over the Red Sea coastline. According to the Yemeni military, the Houthi forces are advancing towards the Bab el-Mandeb strait. They have now launched a major offensive to seize Perim Island located inside the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, with unconfirmed reports from several international media outlets indicating that Houthi fighters have begun landing on the island. Bab al-Mandeb is responsible for 10-12 per cent of global trade. At a time when the Strait of Hormuz is closed, this will allow Houthis to further disrupt global trade. This will also allow them to target Saudi reinforcements coming at the southern port of Hodeidah and cut three main supply lines to the internationally recognised government forces. This also means that the Red Sea port of Yanbu, a key port to bypass the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Strait of Hormuz, which had recently seen a rebound according to data tracking firm Kpler, will be within the range of Houthi missiles and drones. According to military sources, Houthis also seized Zuqar Island, in the southern Red Sea, "after rocket attacks and a ground assault carried out using boats transporting fighters". According to Hussain al-Bukhaiti, a pro-Houthi commentator in Sana, it is not just about Bab el Mandeb; they want to liberate the entire coastline from the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and every corner of Yemen. Houthi attacks on the kingdom continued even as Saudi Arabia conveyed a warning message to Tehran through Pakistan to control the Houthis.

The Houthis have captured Yemen's al Mokha after nine days of fighting, raising concerns over control of the Red Sea coastline and Bab el-Mandeb.

As India is set to host the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit, suspense continues over whether Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will visit New Delhi as part of the summit's outreach to other regional groupings. India has invited leaders of the African Union, ASEAN, GCC and BIMSTEC to participate in outreach sessions focused on engaging the Global South. Bangladesh currently holds the chairship of BIMSTEC, or Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation. BIMSTEC comprises Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand. Naturally, it's the PM of the BIMSTEC chair nation who would be invited to attend the BRICS outreach event.But there is still a lack of clarity on whether Rahman would travel to India. Earlier this week, Indian Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said there was no update to share on confirmation of whether the Bangladesh PM will attend the BRICS summit or, if he does not, whether someone else will represent him at the event.<h2>What the minister said about Bangladeshi PM’s visit</h2>India-Bangladesh ties have soured over the past couple of years since the ouster of Sheikh Hasina as PM. She is currently in India, and the Bangladeshi government wants her extradition to stand trial in the neighbouring country.State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir suggested that Rahman was not invited to the BRICS summit, saying that the invitation was instead sent to the BIMSTEC Chair. This is being seen as an issue of granular distinction, as Bangladesh is not a BRICS member, and was indeed invited as BIMSTEC chair.According to a report in the Bangladeshi paper Daily Star, Kobir said, “How shall we go? Has anyone from the Bangladesh government been invited?”“Our prime minister was not invited. Who told you that our Prime Minister was invited? The BIMSTEC Chair was invited. Then why are you asking this question?” Kobir told reporters.The minister added that Rahman’s first visit to India cannot be a multilateral visit, adding that the government was working on arranging a bilateral visit to India when the timing is favourable.The BRICS Summit in New Delhi will be held between September 11 and September 13, along with a host of associated events.

Uncertainty looms over Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman’s attendance at the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi. Here’s what his minister said.

As India is set to host the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit, suspense continues over whether Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman will visit New Delhi as part of the summit's outreach to other regional groupings. India has invited leaders of the African Union, ASEAN, GCC and BIMSTEC to participate in outreach sessions focused on engaging the Global South. Bangladesh currently holds the chairship of BIMSTEC, or Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation. BIMSTEC comprises Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand. Naturally, it's the PM of the BIMSTEC chair nation who would be invited to attend the BRICS outreach event. But there is still a lack of clarity on whether Rahman would travel to India. Earlier this week, Indian Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said there was no update to share on confirmation of whether the Bangladesh PM will attend the BRICS summit or, if he does not, whether someone else will represent him at the event. What the minister said about Bangladeshi PM’s visit India-Bangladesh ties have soured over the past couple of years since the ouster of Sheikh Hasina as PM. She is currently in India, and the Bangladeshi government wants her extradition to stand trial in the neighbouring country. State Minister for Foreign Affairs Humaiun Kobir suggested that Rahman was not invited to the BRICS summit, saying that the invitation was instead sent to the BIMSTEC Chair. This is being seen as an issue of granular distinction, as Bangladesh is not a BRICS member, and was indeed invited as BIMSTEC chair. According to a report in the Bangladeshi paper Daily Star, Kobir said, “How shall we go? Has anyone from the Bangladesh government been invited?” “Our prime minister was not invited. Who told you that our Prime Minister was invited? The BIMSTEC Chair was invited. Then why are you asking this question?” Kobir told reporters. The minister added that Rahman’s first visit to India cannot be a multilateral visit, adding that the government was working on arranging a bilateral visit to India when the timing is favourable. The BRICS Summit in New Delhi will be held between September 11 and September 13, along with a host of associated events.

Uncertainty looms over Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman’s attendance at the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi. Here’s what his minister said.

At least 20 people were killed, and five others were reported missing after a docked cargo ship in Qingdao, on the northeastern Chinese coast, caught fire, as reported by the Chinese state media. The ship was docked for repairs at Beihai Shipbuilding Co. According to Chinese Xinhua News Agency, the ship has been identified as the Ocean Melody, which sails under a Liberian flag, according to tracking website VesselFinder.&nbsp;The ship caught fire on Thursday, September 10, at 11 am Thursday and was extinguished by 2.30 pm in local time. A total of 42 people were on the vessel; 12 of them were safely evacuated. Five were injured and taken to the hospital, and they remained in stable condition.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/how-effective-uk-sanctions-israeli-settlements-1788972395944">8 Arab, Muslim countries back sanctions on Israeli settlements: How effective can they be?</a>Chinese President Xi Jinping issued “important instructions” to urgently conduct rescues of missing people. &nbsp;Xi warned that "all regions and relevant departments must draw profound lessons from this incident, thoroughly investigate and rectify all types of fire hazards".Chinese Premier Li Qang also urged the search for and rescue of “trapped” people and for those injured to receive medical treatment, and "strictly prevent secondary disasters".Qingdao Beihai Shipbuilding is a major shipyard that operates in Qingdao, Shandong Province, controlled by the China State Shipbuilding Corporation. It is one of the largest and strategically important industrial shipyards operating in China, spanning over 330 yards.

At least 20 people were killed and five remain missing after the Ocean Melody cargo ship caught fire while docked for repairs in Qingdao, China.

At least 20 people were killed, and five others were reported missing after a docked cargo ship in Qingdao, on the northeastern Chinese coast, caught fire, as reported by the Chinese state media. The ship was docked for repairs at Beihai Shipbuilding Co. According to Chinese Xinhua News Agency, the ship has been identified as the Ocean Melody, which sails under a Liberian flag, according to tracking website VesselFinder. The ship caught fire on Thursday, September 10, at 11 am Thursday and was extinguished by 2.30 pm in local time. A total of 42 people were on the vessel; 12 of them were safely evacuated. Five were injured and taken to the hospital, and they remained in stable condition. Also Read: 8 Arab, Muslim countries back sanctions on Israeli settlements: How effective can they be? Chinese President Xi Jinping issued “important instructions” to urgently conduct rescues of missing people. Xi warned that "all regions and relevant departments must draw profound lessons from this incident, thoroughly investigate and rectify all types of fire hazards". Chinese Premier Li Qang also urged the search for and rescue of “trapped” people and for those injured to receive medical treatment, and "strictly prevent secondary disasters". Qingdao Beihai Shipbuilding is a major shipyard that operates in Qingdao, Shandong Province, controlled by the China State Shipbuilding Corporation. It is one of the largest and strategically important industrial shipyards operating in China, spanning over 330 yards.

At least 20 people were killed, and five remain missing after the Ocean Melody cargo ship caught fire while docked for repairs in Qingdao, China.

Qingdao ship fire: At least 20 killed, five missing after cargo vessel catches fire in China

Chinese President Xi Jinping will travel to India this weekend for the 18th BRICS Summit, Beijing has announced, in what would be his first visit to the country since 2019.A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said President Xi would attend the leaders’ meeting in New Delhi on 12–13 September at the invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. India holds the rotating chair of the expanded grouping this year.The announcement comes two days before the summit opens at Bharat Mandapam, the same convention complex that hosted the G20 in 2023. It will be Mr Xi’s first trip to India since an informal summit with PM Modi in Mamallapuram in 2019.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">At the invitation of Prime Minister of the Republic of India Narendra Modi, President Xi Jinping will attend the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi from September 12 to 13. <a href="https://t.co/abKPwOyqRm">pic.twitter.com/abKPwOyqRm</a>&mdash; CHINA MFA Spokesperson 中国外交部发言人 (@MFA_China) <a href="https://x.com/MFA_China/status/2097989838414713255?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 10, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Relations between the two Asian giants deteriorated sharply after deadly clashes in the Galwan Valley in 2020. Since then the two leaders have met on the sidelines of other gatherings, including last year’s Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in China.The New Delhi meeting is expected to include a one-on-one bilerate between PM Modi and Chinese President Xi. Officials on both sides have spent months trying to stabilise the relationship: border talks have continued, some direct flights have resumed and limited border trade has restarted.BRICS now has 11 full members: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Iran, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. India has framed its chairmanship around the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”. The agenda is expected to cover supply chains, trade finance, use of national currencies, digital public infrastructure, energy and food security, and reform of global institutions.Russian President Vladimir Putin has already confirmed he will attend. South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa, Iran’s Masoud Pezeshkian, Egypt’s Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, Ethiopia’s Abiy Ahmed and Indonesia’s Prabowo Subianto are also expected. Brazil will be represented at foreign minister level because of domestic elections. UN Secretary-General António Guterres is among invited international guests.Collectively, BRICS members account for nearly half the world’s population and about two-fifths of global output measured by purchasing power. India has been careful to present the forum as a development-oriented platform for the Global South rather than an anti-Western bloc.

Relations between the two Asian giants deteriorated sharply after deadly clashes in the Galwan Valley in 2020. Since then the two leaders have met on the sidelines of other gatherings, including last year’s Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in China.

Chinese President Xi Jinping will travel to India this weekend for the 18th BRICS Summit, Beijing has announced, in what would be his first visit to the country since 2019. A Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said President Xi would attend the leaders’ meeting in New Delhi on 12–13 September at the invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. India holds the rotating chair of the expanded grouping this year. The announcement comes two days before the summit opens at Bharat Mandapam, the same convention complex that hosted the G20 in 2023. It will be Mr Xi’s first trip to India since an informal summit with PM Modi in Mamallapuram in 2019.

Relations between the two Asian giants deteriorated sharply after deadly clashes in the Galwan Valley in 2020. Since then the two leaders have met on the sidelines of other gatherings, including last year’s Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in China.

Xi Jinping to attend BRICS summit in first visit to India since 2019

As traffic signals turn red across the congested junctions of the Kenyan capital, young performers dressed in leopard print step into the roads to tumble, juggle, and perform acrobatic maneuvers for motorists stuck in gridlock. According to a report by news outlet The Associated Press, street acrobats first emerged in Nairobi during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic and have since become a routine presence. Troupe members, many of whom migrated from the coastal regions aiming for theater careers, now rely on driver tips to earn a living amid widespread national unemployment.&nbsp;In Kawangware, a neighbourhood in Nairobi, groups gather early in the morning to practice before heading to major thoroughfares during peak traffic. Performers execute rapid routines before passing woven hats or slips of paper with mobile wallet numbers to stationary drivers, quickly clearing the asphalt once the signals turn green.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/madhya-pradesh-student-s-solo-cleanup-of-ajnar-river-earns-global-recognition-and-job-offer-from-netherlands-1788778444408">Indian student’s solo cleanup of Ajnar river earns global recognition and job offer from Netherlands</a>&nbsp;Donations are typically modest, rarely exceeding 50 Kenyan shillings (roughly 40 U.S. cents) per vehicle. However, on a good day, an acrobat can earn around $6, an amount that covers basic living costs and rent in Nairobi, matching the daily wage of casual laborers in farming or construction. Official data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics cited in the report measured youth unemployment between 4.9 per cent and 9.9 per cent in 2024.&nbsp;For performers like 22-year-old Mohammed Nyale, street acrobatics provided a crucial alternative after moving far from home. "Earning money from street performances is what enables us to live in Nairobi because we moved here from quite far and no one is helping us to pay rent," Nyale told the AP.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/doomsday-fish-washed-ashore-in-indonesia-6-days-later-6-volcanoes-erupted-1788870325635">Doomsday fish washed ashore in Indonesia. 6 days later, 6 volcanoes erupted in the country</a>&nbsp;Across town on Lang'ata Road, 28-year-old acrobat Jackson Okoth noted that performing keeps youth productive and fit while they seek broader opportunities. Okoth expressed hopes of eventually joining an international circus in Europe.&nbsp;Public response among Nairobi motorists remains divided. While some drivers view the performers as a distraction or nuisance, others regularly offer financial support. Local entrepreneur Geoffrey Kioi commended the young hustlers, describing them as a welcome source of entertainment during long traffic delays.

Unemployed Kenyan youth turn Nairobi's traffic jams into street theatres. Learn how acrobats perform at red lights to survive and chase international circus dreams.

As traffic signals turn red across the congested junctions of the Kenyan capital, young performers dressed in leopard print step into the roads to tumble, juggle, and perform acrobatic maneuvers for motorists stuck in gridlock. According to a report by news outlet The Associated Press, street acrobats first emerged in Nairobi during the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic and have since become a routine presence. Troupe members, many of whom migrated from the coastal regions aiming for theater careers, now rely on driver tips to earn a living amid widespread national unemployment. In Kawangware, a neighbourhood in Nairobi, groups gather early in the morning to practice before heading to major thoroughfares during peak traffic. Performers execute rapid routines before passing woven hats or slips of paper with mobile wallet numbers to stationary drivers, quickly clearing the asphalt once the signals turn green. Also read: Indian student’s solo cleanup of Ajnar river earns global recognition and job offer from Netherlands Donations are typically modest, rarely exceeding 50 Kenyan shillings (roughly 40 U.S. cents) per vehicle. However, on a good day, an acrobat can earn around $6, an amount that covers basic living costs and rent in Nairobi, matching the daily wage of casual laborers in farming or construction. Official data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics cited in the report measured youth unemployment between 4.9 per cent and 9.9 per cent in 2024. For performers like 22-year-old Mohammed Nyale, street acrobatics provided a crucial alternative after moving far from home. "Earning money from street performances is what enables us to live in Nairobi because we moved here from quite far and no one is helping us to pay rent," Nyale told the AP. Also read: Doomsday fish washed ashore in Indonesia. 6 days later, 6 volcanoes erupted in the country Across town on Lang'ata Road, 28-year-old acrobat Jackson Okoth noted that performing keeps youth productive and fit while they seek broader opportunities. Okoth expressed hopes of eventually joining an international circus in Europe. Public response among Nairobi motorists remains divided. While some drivers view the performers as a distraction or nuisance, others regularly offer financial support. Local entrepreneur Geoffrey Kioi commended the young hustlers, describing them as a welcome source of entertainment during long traffic delays.

Unemployed Kenyan youth turn Nairobi's traffic jams into street theatres. Learn how acrobats perform at red lights to survive and chase international circus dreams.

Nine-year-old prodigy Krishna Sayee has achieved a remarkable academic milestone by clearing his Cambridge IGCSE (Grade 10) examinations while only in the 4th Standard. Currently pursuing his Cambridge International AS Level (Grade 11) at The Lords' International School, Chennai, Krishna’s accelerated learning journey has positioned him as one of the region's youngest academic achievers.&nbsp;Krishna’s exceptional aptitude for mathematics and physics first surfaced at the age of three. Encouraged by his family and mentors, he began preparing for advanced qualifications years ahead of his peers. His grandmother, Usharani Govindarajan, played a pivotal role in urging him to document his learning and take on the Grade 10 exams early, while family friend Srikanth Sreedharan provided continuous mentorship throughout his preparation.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/glimpses-of-brian-lara-legendary-allan-border-hails-teenage-prodigy-15-year-old-vaibhav-sooryavanshi-ipl-2026-rajasthan-royals-1776870232997">‘Glimpses of Brian Lara’: Legendary Allan Border hails teenage prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi</a>&nbsp;Appearing as a private candidate at just 9 years and 2 months old, Krishna tackled the March 2026 Cambridge IGCSE examination series, securing top 'A' grades in both mathematics and physics. He followed this success by sitting for chemistry, English, and environmental management during the May 2026 examination series. Results released in August 2026 confirmed that he successfully passed all subjects, achieving a 70% overall mark.&nbsp;Beyond written examinations, the young scholar is a frequent presenter at higher education forums. At just six years old, Krishna delivered a well-received talk on "AI Revolution: OpenAI and ChatGPT Leading the Way" at a national technology seminar hosted by Shrimathi Devkunvar Nanalal Bhatt Vaishnav College for Women in March 2023. More recently, in February 2025, he presented "From Manuscripts to Microchips: The Legacy of Indian Knowledge Systems" at Shri Shankarlal Sundarbai Shasun Jain College for Women. His intellectual explorations and mathematical insights are regularly documented on his personal YouTube channel, Krishna Sayee Rules Number.&nbsp;With his Grade 10 credentials secured, Krishna now turns his attention toward his ongoing Grade 11 studies.

Discover how a brilliant 9-year-old student from Chennai defied expectations to clear the Cambridge IGCSE Grade 10 examinations. 

Nine-year-old prodigy Krishna Sayee has achieved a remarkable academic milestone by clearing his Cambridge IGCSE (Grade 10) examinations while only in the 4th Standard. Currently pursuing his Cambridge International AS Level (Grade 11) at The Lords' International School, Chennai, Krishna’s accelerated learning journey has positioned him as one of the region's youngest academic achievers. Krishna’s exceptional aptitude for mathematics and physics first surfaced at the age of three. Encouraged by his family and mentors, he began preparing for advanced qualifications years ahead of his peers. His grandmother, Usharani Govindarajan, played a pivotal role in urging him to document his learning and take on the Grade 10 exams early, while family friend Srikanth Sreedharan provided continuous mentorship throughout his preparation. Also read: ‘Glimpses of Brian Lara’: Legendary Allan Border hails teenage prodigy Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Appearing as a private candidate at just 9 years and 2 months old, Krishna tackled the March 2026 Cambridge IGCSE examination series, securing top 'A' grades in both mathematics and physics. He followed this success by sitting for chemistry, English, and environmental management during the May 2026 examination series. Results released in August 2026 confirmed that he successfully passed all subjects, achieving a 70% overall mark. Beyond written examinations, the young scholar is a frequent presenter at higher education forums. At just six years old, Krishna delivered a well-received talk on "AI Revolution: OpenAI and ChatGPT Leading the Way" at a national technology seminar hosted by Shrimathi Devkunvar Nanalal Bhatt Vaishnav College for Women in March 2023. More recently, in February 2025, he presented "From Manuscripts to Microchips: The Legacy of Indian Knowledge Systems" at Shri Shankarlal Sundarbai Shasun Jain College for Women. His intellectual explorations and mathematical insights are regularly documented on his personal YouTube channel, Krishna Sayee Rules Number. With his Grade 10 credentials secured, Krishna now turns his attention toward his ongoing Grade 11 studies.

Discover how a brilliant 9-year-old student from Chennai defied expectations to clear the Cambridge IGCSE Grade 10 examinations.&nbsp;

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