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The Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) on Friday (Oct 25) claimed responsibility for the attack on a state-run Turkish defence firm in Ankara on Wednesday.&nbsp;

The PKK took to&nbsp;Telegram and said, "The act of sacrifice at TAI campus in Ankara at around 15:30 local time on Wednesday was carried out by a team of the immortals battalion" of the PKK," referring to Turkish Aerospace Industries.&nbsp;

Notably, Wednesday's attack in Turkey killed five people and injured 22.&nbsp;

Following the attack, the Turkish government said that they had proof that the PKK, which is listed as a terror group by Ankara and its Western Allies, was behind the attack.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkey-retaliates-with-airstrikes-on-32-pkk-targets-in-iraq-syria-after-deadly-terror-attack-on-tusas-770204">Also read:&nbsp;Turkey retaliates with airstrikes on 32 PKK targets in Iraq, Syria after deadly terror attack on TUSAS</a>

On Thursday, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan chaired a security meeting in Istanbul soon after he landed from Russia where he was attending the BRICS Summit.&nbsp;

He further said the attack targeted "the survival of our country."

<h2>Turkey responds by dropping bombs at PKK targets</h2>

In retaliation, the Turkish warplanes dropped bombs on PKK targets in Iraq and Syria, hours after the group attacked the Turkish industry.&nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;Blast At Turkey's Aerospace Industries HQ; 2 Terrorists Neutralised, SWAT Teams Deployed

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Turkey's Ministry of National Defence said 47 targets were “destroyed” in the aerial offensive on Wednesday, without providing details on the locations that were hit. It said “all kinds of precautions” were taken to prevent civilian harm.

The ministry added “59 militants … were neutralised”, a term usually used to mean killed in the strikes.

Further, Defence Minister Yasar Guler said that Turkish forces struck 29 targets in northern Iraq and 18 in northern Syria.

The PKK has its headquarters in the Kandil Mountains in northern Iraq.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) on Friday (Oct 25) claimed responsibility for the attack on a state-run Turkish defence firm in Ankara on Wednesday. The PKK took to Telegram and said, "The act of sacrifice at TAI campus in Ankara at around 15:30 local time on Wednesday was carried out by a team of the immortals battalion" of the PKK," referring to Turkish Aerospace Industries.

The Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) on Friday (Oct 25) claimed responsibility for the attack on a state-run Turkish defence firm in Ankara on Wednesday. The PKK took to Telegram and said, "The act of sacrifice at TAI campus in Ankara at around 15:30 local time on Wednesday was carried out by a team of the immortals battalion" of the PKK," referring to Turkish Aerospace Industries. Notably, Wednesday's attack in Turkey killed five people and injured 22. Following the attack, the Turkish government said that they had proof that the PKK, which is listed as a terror group by Ankara and its Western Allies, was behind the attack. Also read: Turkey retaliates with airstrikes on 32 PKK targets in Iraq, Syria after deadly terror attack on TUSAS On Thursday, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan chaired a security meeting in Istanbul soon after he landed from Russia where he was attending the BRICS Summit. He further said the attack targeted "the survival of our country." Turkey responds by dropping bombs at PKK targets In retaliation, the Turkish warplanes dropped bombs on PKK targets in Iraq and Syria, hours after the group attacked the Turkish industry. Watch | Blast At Turkey's Aerospace Industries HQ; 2 Terrorists Neutralised, SWAT Teams Deployed × Turkey's Ministry of National Defence said 47 targets were “destroyed” in the aerial offensive on Wednesday, without providing details on the locations that were hit. It said “all kinds of precautions” were taken to prevent civilian harm. The ministry added “59 militants … were neutralised”, a term usually used to mean killed in the strikes. Further, Defence Minister Yasar Guler said that Turkish forces struck 29 targets in northern Iraq and 18 in northern Syria. The PKK has its headquarters in the Kandil Mountains in northern Iraq. (With inputs from agencies)

Kurdish rebel group PKK claims deadly attack on Turkish defence firm

Indian Army sources reportedly said Friday (Oct 25) that Indian and Chinese forces will complete&nbsp;disengagement at two key friction points by October&nbsp;28-29, marking a major thaw in a relationship that has remained largely strained over the past four years.

News agency ANI quoted the army sources as saying that the latest agreements will be applicable only to Depsang and Demchok and not to other places.

"This agreement will not be applicable to other friction zones. Troops from both sides will fall back to positions they held pre-April 2020 and they will patrol areas where they patrolled till April 2020. Regular ground commanders meetings will continue to be held. A particulate strength of troops in the patrols has been identified and inform each other when we are going to patrol to avoid any miscommunication. All temporary infrastructure like sheds or tents and troops will be removed. The two sides will have surveillance over the area. Patrolling points in the Depsang and Demchok will be the points where we had been patrolling traditionally pre-April 2020," the sources told ANI.

The sources added that the Indian Army and Chinese Army will start patrolling up to their respective patrolling points by the end of this month.

Earlier on Friday, Indian defence officials said that the disengagement of Indian and Chinese troops had begun at the two points.

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Demchok and Despang are the last two friction points of the 2020 standoff (between India and China) along the Line of Actual Control (LAC).

The above development came after Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asserted that border consensus had been achieved to restore the ground situation based on the principles of equal and mutual security between India and China along the LAC.

Addressing the Chanakya Defence Dialogue, Defence Minister Singh said New Delhi and Beijing had been involved in talks both at diplomatic and military levels to resolve their differences in certain areas along&nbsp;the LAC.

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"The consensus achieved includes patrolling and grazing in the traditional areas. This is the power of engaging in continuous dialogue because sooner or later solutions will emerge," Singh said.

The two nations had&nbsp;reached an agreement on patrolling along the LAC on Monday (Oct&nbsp;21), two&nbsp;days ahead of the historic meeting between Indian PM Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

(With inputs from agencies)

Indian Army sources reportedly said Friday (Oct 25) that Indian and Chinese forces will complete disengagement at two key friction points by October 28-29, marking a major thaw in a relationship that has remained largely strained over the past four years.

Indian Army sources reportedly said Friday (Oct 25) that Indian and Chinese forces will complete disengagement at two key friction points by October 28-29, marking a major thaw in a relationship that has remained largely strained over the past four years. News agency ANI quoted the army sources as saying that the latest agreements will be applicable only to Depsang and Demchok and not to other places. "This agreement will not be applicable to other friction zones. Troops from both sides will fall back to positions they held pre-April 2020 and they will patrol areas where they patrolled till April 2020. Regular ground commanders meetings will continue to be held. A particulate strength of troops in the patrols has been identified and inform each other when we are going to patrol to avoid any miscommunication. All temporary infrastructure like sheds or tents and troops will be removed. The two sides will have surveillance over the area. Patrolling points in the Depsang and Demchok will be the points where we had been patrolling traditionally pre-April 2020," the sources told ANI. The sources added that the Indian Army and Chinese Army will start patrolling up to their respective patrolling points by the end of this month. Earlier on Friday, Indian defence officials said that the disengagement of Indian and Chinese troops had begun at the two points. Also read: India-China border row: Disengagement of troops begins in Eastern Ladakh's Demchok, Depsang Demchok and Despang are the last two friction points of the 2020 standoff (between India and China) along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). The above development came after Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asserted that border consensus had been achieved to restore the ground situation based on the principles of equal and mutual security between India and China along the LAC. Addressing the Chanakya Defence Dialogue, Defence Minister Singh said New Delhi and Beijing had been involved in talks both at diplomatic and military levels to resolve their differences in certain areas along the LAC. Also read: ‘We have a problem, but there’s no role for third party’: India’s EAM Jaishankar on border dispute with China "The consensus achieved includes patrolling and grazing in the traditional areas. This is the power of engaging in continuous dialogue because sooner or later solutions will emerge," Singh said. The two nations had reached an agreement on patrolling along the LAC on Monday (Oct 21), two days ahead of the historic meeting between Indian PM Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping. (With inputs from agencies)

India, China to complete disengagement at two friction points by Oct 28-29

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Over 50 per cent of the living Noble Prize winners of the US have called the economic plan of the Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris "vastly superior."&nbsp;

A letter signed by 23 Noble prize-winning economists said Harris' agenda is far better than what is laid by the Republican nominee Donald Trump.&nbsp;

The letter obtained by CNN read, "While each of us has different views on the particulars of various economic policies, we believe that, overall, Harris’ economic agenda will improve our nation’s health, investment, sustainability, resilience, employment opportunities, and fairness and be vastly superior to the counterproductive economic agenda of Donald Trump.”&nbsp;

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The letter comes just two weeks before the US elections and could serve in favour of Harris as one thing that US voters ranked as the most important issue in the country was the economy.&nbsp;

According to the report by CNN, multiple surveys revealed that voters struggle with inflation in the country.

The letter marks the second such incident where Noble Prize-winners signed a letter talking about the US presidential election 2024.&nbsp;

In June, 15 Nobel winners signed a letter highlighting that a second Trump term will have a "destabilising effect" on America's economy.&nbsp;

That time, the former US president criticised the letter and called all the signatories "worthless out of touch."

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The new letter called Trump's tariff and tax policies "inflationary" and claimed that there are chances they will balloon the federal deficit (total national debt of the US).&nbsp;

Despite all the latest warnings, the Republican remains sturdy on his tariff plans as in an interview at the Economic Club of Chicago, he said his tariff plans would “have a massive effect, a positive effect.”

“The most beautiful word in the dictionary is tariff. It’s my favourite word,” Trump added.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Over 50 per cent of the living Noble Prize winners of the US have called the economic plan of the Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris "vastly superior.

Over 50 per cent of the living Noble Prize winners of the US have called the economic plan of the Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris "vastly superior." A letter signed by 23 Noble prize-winning economists said Harris' agenda is far better than what is laid by the Republican nominee Donald Trump. The letter obtained by CNN read, "While each of us has different views on the particulars of various economic policies, we believe that, overall, Harris’ economic agenda will improve our nation’s health, investment, sustainability, resilience, employment opportunities, and fairness and be vastly superior to the counterproductive economic agenda of Donald Trump.” Also read | 'US is like garbage can for world', says Donald Trump in latest attack on migrants The letter comes just two weeks before the US elections and could serve in favour of Harris as one thing that US voters ranked as the most important issue in the country was the economy. According to the report by CNN, multiple surveys revealed that voters struggle with inflation in the country. The letter marks the second such incident where Noble Prize-winners signed a letter talking about the US presidential election 2024. In June, 15 Nobel winners signed a letter highlighting that a second Trump term will have a "destabilising effect" on America's economy. That time, the former US president criticised the letter and called all the signatories "worthless out of touch." Also read | Tesla stock rally 22% for best day in over a decade on Musk’s 2025 growth projection The new letter called Trump's tariff and tax policies "inflationary" and claimed that there are chances they will balloon the federal deficit (total national debt of the US). Despite all the latest warnings, the Republican remains sturdy on his tariff plans as in an interview at the Economic Club of Chicago, he said his tariff plans would “have a massive effect, a positive effect.” “The most beautiful word in the dictionary is tariff. It’s my favourite word,” Trump added. (With inputs from agencies)

Noble winner economists call Kamala Harris' economic plan 'vastly superior', unhappy with Trump's

Aboud Battah, a 17-year-old Palestinian journalist, was arrested by the Israeli military&nbsp;on Friday (Oct 25) near the besieged Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza.

Battah was well known for his steadfast documentation of the Israeli occupation in Gaza since October of 2023.

Head of Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor (A Swedish NGO) Ramy Abdu said that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF)&nbsp;subjected him to torture, and then took him to an unknown location, noting that "there are serious concerns for his life."

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According to the Middle East Eye, Battah is one of the many Palestinians who were arrested by the IDF during their ongoing invasion of the besieged Kamal Adwan Hospital in Jabalia in the northern Gaza Strip.&nbsp;

The Ministry of Health in Gaza reports that Israeli forces have invaded Kamal Adwan Hospital, holding hundreds of patients, medical staff, and displaced neighbours seeking refuge from ongoing bombardments.

Several children were also killed after the IDF bombed the main oxygen station.&nbsp;

Just hours before his arrest, Battah shared an Instagram story showing bombed residential blocks in Jabalia.

<h2>A 'happy face'&nbsp;storyteller&nbsp;</h2>

Battah is originally from northern Gaza and is known for his "powerful voice" during the ongoing war.&nbsp;

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He has shared various stories related to the war with a mix of sarcasm.&nbsp;

He grabbed the attention of the internet, especially in the Middle East, after a United States-based non-profit organisation Unicorn Riot featured his story in which he talked about the "forced starvation" in Gaza amidst the war.&nbsp;

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In the story, he talked about how Palestinians were foraging for basic sustenance, and how the native flora was helping people survive.

Battah won hearts on the internet via his "happy" style of narrating a story as in all his stories he was seen smiling even when he was talking about "brutal killings" in Gaza.&nbsp; 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

Aboud Battah, a 17-year-old Palestinian journalist, was arrested by the Israeli military on Friday (Oct 25) near the besieged Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza.

Aboud Battah, a 17-year-old Palestinian journalist, was arrested by the Israeli military on Friday (Oct 25) near the besieged Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza. Battah was well known for his steadfast documentation of the Israeli occupation in Gaza since October of 2023. Head of Euro-Med Human Rights Monitor (A Swedish NGO) Ramy Abdu said that the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) subjected him to torture, and then took him to an unknown location, noting that "there are serious concerns for his life." Also read | Lebanon reports 3 media workers killed in Israeli strike According to the Middle East Eye, Battah is one of the many Palestinians who were arrested by the IDF during their ongoing invasion of the besieged Kamal Adwan Hospital in Jabalia in the northern Gaza Strip. The Ministry of Health in Gaza reports that Israeli forces have invaded Kamal Adwan Hospital, holding hundreds of patients, medical staff, and displaced neighbours seeking refuge from ongoing bombardments. Several children were also killed after the IDF bombed the main oxygen station. Just hours before his arrest, Battah shared an Instagram story showing bombed residential blocks in Jabalia. A 'happy face' storyteller Battah is originally from northern Gaza and is known for his "powerful voice" during the ongoing war. Also read | Gaza defence agency reports 20 killed in Israeli strikes on Khan Yunis He has shared various stories related to the war with a mix of sarcasm. He grabbed the attention of the internet, especially in the Middle East, after a United States-based non-profit organisation Unicorn Riot featured his story in which he talked about the "forced starvation" in Gaza amidst the war. Resisting Starvation in Gaza || The First in a Series ‘Visualizing an Era of Genocide’ As the genocidal campaign in Gaza continues, Israel’s use of forced starvation as a tactic is escalating. First through a total siege, then by preventing the delivery of aid, and most recently… pic.twitter.com/jJFPAC98u3 — UNICORN RIOT (@UR_Ninja) March 24, 2024 × In the story, he talked about how Palestinians were foraging for basic sustenance, and how the native flora was helping people survive. Battah won hearts on the internet via his "happy" style of narrating a story as in all his stories he was seen smiling even when he was talking about "brutal killings" in Gaza. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

IDF arrests and 'abuses' teen Palestinian journalist Aboud Battah

Lebanon’s Health Minister Firass Abiad, on Friday (Oct 25) said that Israeli strikes have killed over 160 rescuers and healthcare personnel over the past year amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah.

"The total number of rescuers and health sector workers killed has so far has reached 163, with 272 others wounded," Abiad stated in a press briefing detailing the "damage caused by Israeli attacks on the health sector in Lebanon."

The conflict initially began after Hezbollah, which is backed by Iran, started carrying out minor strikes on Israel in solidarity with the Palestinian militant group Hamas following their October 7 attack on Israel. The violence has escalated dramatically since an Israeli airstrike killed Hezbollah leader Nasrallah in Beirut’s southern suburbs on September 27.

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Last month, Israel intensified its offensive by targeting Hezbollah strongholds, deploying ground troops, and eliminating several high-ranking leaders within the Lebanon-based militant group.&nbsp;

Israel claims that its strikes focus on military targets within Lebanon and Gaza and that it wants to prevent civilian casualties. Israel accuses Hezbollah, like Hamas, of hiding itself within civilian areas, a claim both groups deny.

Meanwhile, on Friday, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Lebanon’s Prime Minister Najib Mikati to discuss Israel’s strikes. Following the meeting, Blinken pledged to urgently seek a diplomatic solution in Lebanon. He appealed to Israel to avoid civilian casualties but did not call for an immediate ceasefire.

"We have a sense of real urgency in getting to a diplomatic resolution and the full implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701, such that there can be real security along the border between Israel and Lebanon," Blinken said, referring to calls for the disarmament of Hezbollah.

(With inputs from agencies)

Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

Lebanon’s Health Minister Firass Abiad, on Friday (Oct 25) said that Israeli strikes have killed over 160 rescuers and healthcare personnel over the past year amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah.

Lebanon’s Health Minister Firass Abiad, on Friday (Oct 25) said that Israeli strikes have killed over 160 rescuers and healthcare personnel over the past year amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Lebanon-based militant group Hezbollah. "The total number of rescuers and health sector workers killed has so far has reached 163, with 272 others wounded," Abiad stated in a press briefing detailing the "damage caused by Israeli attacks on the health sector in Lebanon." The conflict initially began after Hezbollah, which is backed by Iran, started carrying out minor strikes on Israel in solidarity with the Palestinian militant group Hamas following their October 7 attack on Israel. The violence has escalated dramatically since an Israeli airstrike killed Hezbollah leader Nasrallah in Beirut’s southern suburbs on September 27. Also read: Iran orders troops to be ready for war with Israel 'but also avoid it if...' Last month, Israel intensified its offensive by targeting Hezbollah strongholds, deploying ground troops, and eliminating several high-ranking leaders within the Lebanon-based militant group. Israel claims that its strikes focus on military targets within Lebanon and Gaza and that it wants to prevent civilian casualties. Israel accuses Hezbollah, like Hamas, of hiding itself within civilian areas, a claim both groups deny. Meanwhile, on Friday, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Lebanon’s Prime Minister Najib Mikati to discuss Israel’s strikes. Following the meeting, Blinken pledged to urgently seek a diplomatic solution in Lebanon. He appealed to Israel to avoid civilian casualties but did not call for an immediate ceasefire. "We have a sense of real urgency in getting to a diplomatic resolution and the full implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701, such that there can be real security along the border between Israel and Lebanon," Blinken said, referring to calls for the disarmament of Hezbollah. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

Over 160 rescuers killed in year-long Israel-Hezbollah clashes, says Lebanon's health minister

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Pakistan: 10 Policemen Killed In Attack

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A strange house is up for sale in the UK. The two-bedroom house with a terrace located in Chesterfield has no main door. It has been listed on the real estate website Rightmove and is stumping buyers.

How would one get into a house with no door? Well, there is no way to enter it from the street. But, there is a back door off the kitchen which seems to be the only way into the house.

Doesn't seem like much of a problem yet, right? Actually, the even bigger issue is the absence of a street or a lane at the back. You can't directly enter the back door from a street since it is located in a closed spot.

Accessing the back door is quite a task. To reach the kitchen door, a person would need to turn off the main road and then drive down a back road that is pretty deserted. Since the car cannot go all the way up to the house, it needs to be parked much before.&nbsp;

Get down and then walk through several lanes, twisting and turning your way out. A neighbour’s garden will also fall en route to the house which you'll have to cross before finally reaching the back gate.

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<h2>Website describes house as a "cosy" place</h2>

Domain.com, a real estate website, that shared details about the house, described it as a "cosy home", that if located in Sydney, "would have locals forking out millions."

The house has a living room, a wood-burning stove and a modern kitchen with plenty of storage space. There are two bedrooms, a built-in storage, a large garden and an outdoor shed. It has been listed for just $194,516.&nbsp;

People are confused to see a house with no main door and it is attracting a lot of attention. Joking about the absence of a main door, some readers commented that the house faces no problem of answering to unwanted knocks from traders and callers.&nbsp;

A Reddit user commented how hard it would be to give directions to people delivering parcels. “It would be a full-time job trying to explain to delivery drivers how to find the place,” they said. 
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A strange house is up for sale in the UK. The two-bedroom house with a terrace located in Chesterfield has no main door. It has been listed on the real estate website Rightmove and is stumping buyers.

A strange house is up for sale in the UK. The two-bedroom house with a terrace located in Chesterfield has no main door. It has been listed on the real estate website Rightmove and is stumping buyers. How would one get into a house with no door? Well, there is no way to enter it from the street. But, there is a back door off the kitchen which seems to be the only way into the house. Doesn't seem like much of a problem yet, right? Actually, the even bigger issue is the absence of a street or a lane at the back. You can't directly enter the back door from a street since it is located in a closed spot. Accessing the back door is quite a task. To reach the kitchen door, a person would need to turn off the main road and then drive down a back road that is pretty deserted. Since the car cannot go all the way up to the house, it needs to be parked much before. Get down and then walk through several lanes, twisting and turning your way out. A neighbour’s garden will also fall en route to the house which you'll have to cross before finally reaching the back gate. Also Read: Couple loses Rs 50 lakh savings fighting with their neighbours over fence panels Website describes house as a "cosy" place Domain.com, a real estate website, that shared details about the house, described it as a "cosy home", that if located in Sydney, "would have locals forking out millions." The house has a living room, a wood-burning stove and a modern kitchen with plenty of storage space. There are two bedrooms, a built-in storage, a large garden and an outdoor shed. It has been listed for just $194,516. People are confused to see a house with no main door and it is attracting a lot of attention. Joking about the absence of a main door, some readers commented that the house faces no problem of answering to unwanted knocks from traders and callers. A Reddit user commented how hard it would be to give directions to people delivering parcels. “It would be a full-time job trying to explain to delivery drivers how to find the place,” they said.

This UK house with no front door is up for sale. Any takers?

King Charles has said the Commonwealth should acknowledge its painful history, this as African and Caribbean Nations continue to advocate for reparations for the country's role in the transatlantic slave trade. Watch in for more details!

CHOGM Summit: King Charles Acknowledges 'Painful' Slavery Past Amid Calls For Reparations

The Indian government has launched an investigation as several airlines have received bomb threats. Many of these fake bomb threats were circulated through social media platforms. Watch to know more.

India Boosts Hunt For Airline Hoax Culprits

The first dinosaur fossils found in&nbsp;Hong&nbsp;Kong, likely from a large dinosaur, were put on display on Friday after they were found on a small, uninhabited outlying island, providing new evidence for research on palaeoecology in the financial hub.

The fossils, confirmed to be dated to the Cretaceous period some 145 million to 66 million years ago, need further study to confirm the dinosaur species, authorities said, but it was clear they were large vertebrate animals.

They were found on Port Island, located in the northeast of&nbsp;Hong&nbsp;Kong&nbsp;and known for its red rock formations.

The city's Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department said in March the sedimentary rock on Port Island may contain fossils.

China's Institute of Vertebrate Paleontology and Paleoanthropology (IVPP) this week signed an agreement to conduct further research.

In addition to Argentina, Canada and the United States,&nbsp;China is one of the four main countries in the world for both finding and researching dinosaur fossils, said Michael Pittman, an assistant professor in the School of Life Sciences at the Chinese University of&nbsp;Hong&nbsp;Kong.

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“This extremely exciting discovery now adds local dinosaur fossils to&nbsp;Hong&nbsp;Kong’s strong&nbsp;existing&nbsp;track record of dinosaur research. I hope it inspires greater interest in science and nature in our community and will lead to notable scientific outcomes,” Pittman said.

At the Heritage Discovery Centre inside&nbsp;Hong&nbsp;Kong's Kowloon Park, eager fans gathered early on Friday to catch a glimpse of the fossils.

Chong&nbsp;Got, 66, was one of the first to arrive.

"It's shocking because I never thought there would be dinosaur fossils in&nbsp;Hong&nbsp;Kong."

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The first dinosaur fossils found in Hong Kong, likely from a large dinosaur, were put on display on Friday after they were found on a small, uninhabited outlying island, providing new evidence for research on palaeoecology in the financial hub.

The first dinosaur fossils found in Hong Kong, likely from a large dinosaur, were put on display on Friday after they were found on a small, uninhabited outlying island, providing new evidence for research on palaeoecology in the financial hub. The fossils, confirmed to be dated to the Cretaceous period some 145 million to 66 million years ago, need further study to confirm the dinosaur species, authorities said, but it was clear they were large vertebrate animals. They were found on Port Island, located in the northeast of Hong Kong and known for its red rock formations. The city's Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department said in March the sedimentary rock on Port Island may contain fossils. China's Institute of Vertebrate Paleontology and Paleoanthropology (IVPP) this week signed an agreement to conduct further research. In addition to Argentina, Canada and the United States, China is one of the four main countries in the world for both finding and researching dinosaur fossils, said Michael Pittman, an assistant professor in the School of Life Sciences at the Chinese University of Hong Kong. Also read: Saudi Arabia starts construction on 'world's largest building' worth $50 billion “This extremely exciting discovery now adds local dinosaur fossils to Hong Kong’s strong existing track record of dinosaur research. I hope it inspires greater interest in science and nature in our community and will lead to notable scientific outcomes,” Pittman said. At the Heritage Discovery Centre inside Hong Kong's Kowloon Park, eager fans gathered early on Friday to catch a glimpse of the fossils. Chong Got, 66, was one of the first to arrive. "It's shocking because I never thought there would be dinosaur fossils in Hong Kong." Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

First-ever dinosaur fossils discovered in Hong Kong go on display

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has arrived in India ahead of IGC. He met Indian PM at his official residence for a one on one meeting. Scholz along with Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair the IGC on Friday and Saturday. Watch to know more.

Scholz, Indian PM Modi To Co-Chair Intergovernmental Consultation

A senior Indian Diplomat Sanjay Varma who was recalled from Ottawa has accused Canada of Sheltering criminals and gangsters in the country. In an interview with PTI, Verma says Canada dropped gangster Goldie Bar's name from The Wanted list backstabbing India while it was supposed to be a friendly democracy.

Canada Dropped Gangster Goldy Brar's Name: Envoy

New Defense Secretary John Healey has said that the armed forces are not ready to fight a war. The military has been hollowed out and underfunded under the conservative government. Healey said adding that it was very skilled to conduct military operations but would not be able to deter the enemy if a war broke...Watch in for more details!

UK's Defence Secretary Admits 'Forces Not Ready To Fight War'

The long stalled efforts to end the war in Gaza it appears to have gained momentum with Israel saying that its spy Chief David Barnea will attend ceasefire talks and Hamas vowing to stop fighting if a truce is reached. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas War: US And Qatar Say Gaza Ceasefire Talks Will Resume In Doha

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met Friday with Lebanon's prime minister to discuss Israel's strikes on the country as Washington presses the Beirut government to take charge against Hezbollah.

Blinken, on his way back from a Middle East tour, met in London with Prime Minister Najib Mikati, who came in from a conference on Lebanon in Paris the day before.

The two smiled before the cameras but made no remarks.

The United States, Israel's main political and military ally, has stopped short of calling for an immediate ceasefire in its month of bombing of Lebanon targeting Iranian-backed militia Hezbollah.

But Blinken has also called for a quick diplomatic solution.

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"We have been very clear that this cannot lead -- should not lead -- to a protracted campaign and that Israel must take the necessary steps to avoid civilian casualties and not endanger UN peacekeepers or the Lebanese Armed Forces," Blinken said Thursday in Doha.

The United States has called for Lebanon's long wobbly central government to take charge of security and for the disarmament of Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed Shiite movement that effectively has its own military.

Hezbollah has fired missiles at Israel in solidarity with Hamas since the Palestinian militants' October 7, 2023 attack, which triggered Israel's massive military assault in Gaza.

US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin in a call to his Israeli counterpart Yoav Gallant on Wednesday voiced concern over Israeli strikes on the Lebanese army which have killed at least 11 Lebanese soldiers, according to an AFP tally of army announcements.

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met Friday with Lebanon's prime minister to discuss Israel's strikes on the country as Washington presses the Beirut government to take charge against Hezbollah.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken met Friday with Lebanon's prime minister to discuss Israel's strikes on the country as Washington presses the Beirut government to take charge against Hezbollah. Blinken, on his way back from a Middle East tour, met in London with Prime Minister Najib Mikati, who came in from a conference on Lebanon in Paris the day before. The two smiled before the cameras but made no remarks. The United States, Israel's main political and military ally, has stopped short of calling for an immediate ceasefire in its month of bombing of Lebanon targeting Iranian-backed militia Hezbollah. But Blinken has also called for a quick diplomatic solution. Also read: IDF claims Hamas commander who worked as UN aid worker killed in Gaza "We have been very clear that this cannot lead -- should not lead -- to a protracted campaign and that Israel must take the necessary steps to avoid civilian casualties and not endanger UN peacekeepers or the Lebanese Armed Forces," Blinken said Thursday in Doha. The United States has called for Lebanon's long wobbly central government to take charge of security and for the disarmament of Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed Shiite movement that effectively has its own military. Hezbollah has fired missiles at Israel in solidarity with Hamas since the Palestinian militants' October 7, 2023 attack, which triggered Israel's massive military assault in Gaza. US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin in a call to his Israeli counterpart Yoav Gallant on Wednesday voiced concern over Israeli strikes on the Lebanese army which have killed at least 11 Lebanese soldiers, according to an AFP tally of army announcements. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

US Secretary of State Blinken meets with Lebanon’s PM amid rising Israel-Hezbollah tensions

South China Sea Tensions: Taiwan Holds Live-Fire Drills On Phengu Island

Ukraine has recently signed a deal with Turkish drone manufacturer Baykar. While the details of the agreement were kept secret, Ukraine has been using the Bayraktar drones produced by the company in its war against Russia. Watch in for more details!

Turkish Combat Drone Bayraktar TB2: Explained

New Delhi is facing severe air quality issues as the Air Quality Index (AQI) drops to 'very poor' levels in recent days, raising health concerns for residents. Experts warn of the potential impact on well-being and offer essential tips for staying safe amid the hazardous conditions.

Delhi Pollution: Air Quality Likely To Deteriorate To 'Severe' Category

As world leaders are stepping up efforts to check a full scale regional conflict, fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon has escalated dramatically. Israeli war planes have carried out at least 12 Air Raids on Beirut striking areas situated south of the Lebanese Capital....Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hezbollah War: Hezbollah's Fires Over 50 Rockets Into Northern Israel

The recalled Indian High Commissioner to Canada Sanjay Varma has raised serious concerns about the state of Indian students traveling to Canada for their higher education. Watch to know more.

India-Canada: Sanjay Verma Concerned About State Of Indian Students In Canada

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