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Tropical storm Oscar made landfall as a hurricane on Sunday evening in Cuba, where residents were preparing for more chaos and misery as the country grappled with a nearly nationwide power outage in its third day.&nbsp;

The arrival of Oscar, after the Friday collapse of Cuba's largest power plant crippled the whole national grid, piles pressure on a country already battling sky-high inflation and shortages of food, medicine, fuel and water.

Cuba's government said power would be restored to most of the country by Monday evening, with President Miguel Diaz-Canel warning his government would not tolerate public disturbances during the outage.

Oscar was a Category 1 storm when it made landfall in eastern Cuba at 5:50 pm local time (2150 GMT) on Sunday, the US National Hurricane Center said, before it weakened to become a tropical storm.

As of 11:00 pm local time, the storm was packing maximum sustained winds near 70 miles (110 kilometers) per hour, and it was expected to continue moving across eastern Cuba into Monday.

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In Baracoa, waves reaching up to 13 feet (four meters) high hit the seafront. Roofs and the walls of houses were damaged, and electricity poles and trees fell, state television reported.

Energy and Mining Minister Vicente de la O Levy told reporters Sunday that electricity would be restored for most Cubans by Monday night, adding that "the last customer may receive service by Tuesday."

The power grid failed in a chain reaction Friday due to the unexpected shutdown of the biggest of the island's eight decrepit coal-fired power plants, according to the head of electricity supply at the energy ministry, Lazaro Guerra.

National electric utility UNE said it had managed to generate a minimal amount of electricity to get power plants restarted on Friday night, but by Saturday morning it was experiencing what official news outlet Cubadebate called "a new, total disconnection of the electrical grid."

Most neighborhoods in Havana remain dark, except for hotels and hospitals with emergency generators and the very few private homes with backup systems.

After three days of no power, "my fridge has defrosted and I'm afraid that everything will be spoiled," said Adismary Cuza, a 56-year-old worker.

"Cubans are tired of so much," added Serguei Castillo, 68.

<h2>- 'Energy emergency' -</h2>

The blackout followed weeks of power outages, lasting up to 20 hours a day in some provinces.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Manuel Marrero on Thursday declared an "energy emergency," suspending non-essential public services in order to prioritize electricity supply to homes.&nbsp;

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And on Sunday, President Diaz-Canel warned that the government would act "severely" against anyone who attempted to "disturb public order" during the blackout.

That statement came as witnesses reported residents in several neighborhoods of Havana had taken to the streets on Sunday night to express their discontent.&nbsp;

There are "people in the street making noise with pots and pans, shouting 'Let us have the power back on,'" a resident of the Santo Suarez neighborhood told AFP.&nbsp;

Barricades of trash had also been erected in the Centro neighborhood, AFP photographers saw.

<h2>- Leaving Cuba -</h2>

President Diaz-Canel blamed the situation on Cuba's difficulties in acquiring fuel for its power plants, which he attributed to the tightening, during Donald Trump's presidency, of a six-decade-long US trade embargo.

Cuba is in the throes of its worst economic crisis since the collapse of key ally the Soviet Union in the early 1990s -- marked by soaring inflation and shortages of basic goods. &nbsp;

With no relief in sight, many Cubans have emigrated.

More than 700,000 entered the United States between January 2022 and August 2024, according to US officials.

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While the authorities chiefly blame the US embargo, the island is also feeling the aftershocks of the Covid-19 pandemic battering its critical tourism sector, and of economic mismanagement.

To bolster its grid, Cuba has leased seven floating power plants from Turkish companies and also added many small diesel-powered generators.&nbsp;

In July 2021, blackouts sparked an unprecedented outpouring of public anger.

Thousands of Cubans took to the streets shouting, "We are hungry" and "Freedom!" in a rare challenge to the government.

One person was killed and dozens were injured in the protests. According to the Mexico-based human rights organization Justicia 11J, 600 people detained during the unrest remain in prison.

In 2022, the island also suffered months of daily, hours-long power outages, capped by a nationwide blackout caused by Hurricane Ian.

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Tropical storm Oscar made landfall as a hurricane on Sunday evening in Cuba, where residents were preparing for more chaos and misery as the country grappled with a nearly nationwide power outage in its third day.

Tropical storm Oscar made landfall as a hurricane on Sunday evening in Cuba, where residents were preparing for more chaos and misery as the country grappled with a nearly nationwide power outage in its third day. The arrival of Oscar, after the Friday collapse of Cuba's largest power plant crippled the whole national grid, piles pressure on a country already battling sky-high inflation and shortages of food, medicine, fuel and water. Cuba's government said power would be restored to most of the country by Monday evening, with President Miguel Diaz-Canel warning his government would not tolerate public disturbances during the outage. Oscar was a Category 1 storm when it made landfall in eastern Cuba at 5:50 pm local time (2150 GMT) on Sunday, the US National Hurricane Center said, before it weakened to become a tropical storm. As of 11:00 pm local time, the storm was packing maximum sustained winds near 70 miles (110 kilometers) per hour, and it was expected to continue moving across eastern Cuba into Monday. Also Read | Israel bombs Hezbollah-linked finance group Al-Qard Al-Hassan In Baracoa, waves reaching up to 13 feet (four meters) high hit the seafront. Roofs and the walls of houses were damaged, and electricity poles and trees fell, state television reported. Energy and Mining Minister Vicente de la O Levy told reporters Sunday that electricity would be restored for most Cubans by Monday night, adding that "the last customer may receive service by Tuesday." The power grid failed in a chain reaction Friday due to the unexpected shutdown of the biggest of the island's eight decrepit coal-fired power plants, according to the head of electricity supply at the energy ministry, Lazaro Guerra. National electric utility UNE said it had managed to generate a minimal amount of electricity to get power plants restarted on Friday night, but by Saturday morning it was experiencing what official news outlet Cubadebate called "a new, total disconnection of the electrical grid." Most neighborhoods in Havana remain dark, except for hotels and hospitals with emergency generators and the very few private homes with backup systems. After three days of no power, "my fridge has defrosted and I'm afraid that everything will be spoiled," said Adismary Cuza, a 56-year-old worker. "Cubans are tired of so much," added Serguei Castillo, 68. - 'Energy emergency' - The blackout followed weeks of power outages, lasting up to 20 hours a day in some provinces. Prime Minister Manuel Marrero on Thursday declared an "energy emergency," suspending non-essential public services in order to prioritize electricity supply to homes. Also Read | Climate change and environmental policies of Trump and Harris: A comparison And on Sunday, President Diaz-Canel warned that the government would act "severely" against anyone who attempted to "disturb public order" during the blackout. That statement came as witnesses reported residents in several neighborhoods of Havana had taken to the streets on Sunday night to express their discontent. There are "people in the street making noise with pots and pans, shouting 'Let us have the power back on,'" a resident of the Santo Suarez neighborhood told AFP. Barricades of trash had also been erected in the Centro neighborhood, AFP photographers saw. - Leaving Cuba - President Diaz-Canel blamed the situation on Cuba's difficulties in acquiring fuel for its power plants, which he attributed to the tightening, during Donald Trump's presidency, of a six-decade-long US trade embargo. Cuba is in the throes of its worst economic crisis since the collapse of key ally the Soviet Union in the early 1990s -- marked by soaring inflation and shortages of basic goods. With no relief in sight, many Cubans have emigrated. More than 700,000 entered the United States between January 2022 and August 2024, according to US officials. Also Read | Israeli strikes on northern Gaza kill at least 87 as Beirut attack continues While the authorities chiefly blame the US embargo, the island is also feeling the aftershocks of the Covid-19 pandemic battering its critical tourism sector, and of economic mismanagement. To bolster its grid, Cuba has leased seven floating power plants from Turkish companies and also added many small diesel-powered generators. In July 2021, blackouts sparked an unprecedented outpouring of public anger. Thousands of Cubans took to the streets shouting, "We are hungry" and "Freedom!" in a rare challenge to the government. One person was killed and dozens were injured in the protests. According to the Mexico-based human rights organization Justicia 11J, 600 people detained during the unrest remain in prison. In 2022, the island also suffered months of daily, hours-long power outages, capped by a nationwide blackout caused by Hurricane Ian. 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.

Tropical Hurricane Oscar makes landfall in eastern Cuba as island grapples with blackout

Turkish Muslim preacher Fethullah Gulen, who Ankara says was behind a 2016 failed coup, has died in the United States where he was based, the news agency Reuters reported on Monday (Oct 21) citing state media.

Turkish Muslim preacher Fethullah Gulen, who Ankara says was behind a 2016 failed coup, has died in the United States where he was based, the news agency Reuters reported on Monday (Oct 21) citing state media. He was 83 at the time of his death. Gulen built a powerful Islamic movement in Turkey and beyond but spent his later years accused of orchestrating an attempted coup against President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, accusations which he denied. Herkul, a website which publishes Gulen's sermons, said on its X account that Gulen died on Sunday evening in the hospital where he was being treated. A former ally of Erdogan Gulen was a one-time ally of Erdogan but they fell out spectacularly, and Erdogan held him responsible for the 2016 attempted coup in which rogue soldiers commandeered warplanes, tanks and helicopters. Around 250 people were killed in the bid to seize power. Gulen's movement - known as "Hizmet" which means "service" in Turkish - seeks to spread a moderate brand of Islam that promotes Western-style education, free markets and interfaith communication. Since the failed coup, his movement has been systematically dismantled in Turkey and its influence has declined internationally. Soon after the coup, President Erdogan described Gulen's network as traitors and "like a cancer", vowing to root them out wherever they are. Gulen denied he was behind coup Gulen denied that he was behind the coup. "As someone who suffered under multiple military coups during the past five decades, it is especially insulting to be accused of having any link to such an attempt," he said in a statement. (With inputs from agencies)

Muslim preacher Fethullah Gulen, who Turkey says was behind 2016 failed coup, has died

As the 2024 U.S. election approaches, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are intensifying efforts to win over undecided voters. Trump is focusing on economic policies and national security, while Harris emphasizes social justice, healthcare, and working-family support. Both aim to sway key swing voters in a highly competitive race.

US Elections: Trump, Harris Try To Sway Voters To Balance The Elections

Israel has reportedly given the United States its list of conditions for a diplomatic solution to the war in Lebanon. According to an Axios report published on Sunday (Oct 20), the list of demands was shared last week ahead of American envoy Amos Hochstein's visit to Beirut on Monday(Oct 21) to discuss a diplomatic solution to the ongoing conflict.

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Citing two US officials and two Israeli officials, the publication reports that Israel has demanded that its IDF forces (Israel Defense Force) be allowed to engage in "active enforcement" to prevent Hezbollah from rearming and rebuilding military infrastructure in southern Lebanon near the Israeli border.

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Additionally, Tel Aviv is seeking unrestricted access to Lebanese air space for its air force.

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As per the report, these demands are expected to face significant resistance.&nbsp;

Speaking to Axios, a US official, highlighted that Lebanon and the international community are unlikely to agree to these terms as they undermine Lebanon's sovereignty.

Furthermore, the demands contradict UN Security Council Resolution 1701, which assigns peacekeeping duties to the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) and the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).&nbsp;

However, an Israeli official told the publication that they "are talking about 1701 with increased enforcement."

"Our main message is that if the Lebanese army and UNIFIL do more, the IDF will do less and the other way around," he added.&nbsp;

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Amos Hochstein, a White House special envoy, will visit Beirut on Monday to negotiate a diplomatic path forward. There, the envoy will meet with Lebanese officials, including acting Prime Minister Najib Mikati and Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri.&nbsp;

Berri has already voiced strong opposition to amend Resolution 1701 in any way.

He told Al-Arabiya on Sunday that Hochstein's visit is "the last chance before the U.S. elections to reach a solution" to the war in Lebanon.

(With inputs from agencies)

Israel has reportedly given the United States its list of conditions for a diplomatic solution to the war in Lebanon. According to an Axios report published on Sunday (Oct 20), the list of demands was shared last week ahead of American envoy Amos Hochstein's visit to Beirut on Monday(Oct 21) to discuss a diplomatic solution to the ongoing conflict.

Israel has reportedly given the United States its list of conditions for a diplomatic solution to the war in Lebanon. According to an Axios report published on Sunday (Oct 20), the list of demands was shared last week ahead of American envoy Amos Hochstein's visit to Beirut on Monday(Oct 21) to discuss a diplomatic solution to the ongoing conflict. What are Israel's demands? Citing two US officials and two Israeli officials, the publication reports that Israel has demanded that its IDF forces (Israel Defense Force) be allowed to engage in "active enforcement" to prevent Hezbollah from rearming and rebuilding military infrastructure in southern Lebanon near the Israeli border. Also read | West Asia crisis: Israel bombs Hezbollah-linked finance group Al-Qard Al-Hassan Additionally, Tel Aviv is seeking unrestricted access to Lebanese air space for its air force. Will US accept these demands? As per the report, these demands are expected to face significant resistance. Speaking to Axios, a US official, highlighted that Lebanon and the international community are unlikely to agree to these terms as they undermine Lebanon's sovereignty. Furthermore, the demands contradict UN Security Council Resolution 1701, which assigns peacekeeping duties to the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) and the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). However, an Israeli official told the publication that they "are talking about 1701 with increased enforcement." "Our main message is that if the Lebanese army and UNIFIL do more, the IDF will do less and the other way around," he added. Also read | Sergei Lavrov slams US nuclear talks proposal, labels it 'strategic deception' Hochstein's visit to Beirut Amos Hochstein, a White House special envoy, will visit Beirut on Monday to negotiate a diplomatic path forward. There, the envoy will meet with Lebanese officials, including acting Prime Minister Najib Mikati and Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri. Berri has already voiced strong opposition to amend Resolution 1701 in any way. He told Al-Arabiya on Sunday that Hochstein's visit is "the last chance before the U.S. elections to reach a solution" to the war in Lebanon. (With inputs from agencies)

West Asia Crisis | Israel sends US list of demands for ceasefire in Lebanon: report

Indigenous senator Lidia Thorpe heckles King Charles at Australian parliament&nbsp;

Indigenous senator Lidia Thorpe shouted anti-colonial slogans at King Charles during his visit to the Australian parliament on Monday, shocking assembled lawmakers and other dignitaries.

"Give us our land back! Give us what you stole from us!" Thorpe screamed in an almost minute-long diatribe, after the 75-year-old king's speech.

"This is not your land, you are not my king," the independent lawmaker said, decrying what she described as a "genocide" of Indigenous Australians by European settlers.

Australia was a British colony for more than 100 years, during which time thousands of Aboriginal Australians were killed and entire communities displaced.

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The country gained de facto independence in 1901, but has never become a fully fledged republic. King Charles is the current head of state.

Charles is on a nine-day jaunt through Australia and Samoa, the first major foreign tour since his life-changing cancer diagnosis earlier this year.

Thorpe is known for her attention-grabbing political stunts and fierce opposition to the monarchy.

When she was sworn into office in 2022, Thorpe raised her right fist as she begrudgingly swore to serve Queen Elisabeth II, who was then Australia's head of state.

"I sovereign, Lidia Thorpe, do solemnly and sincerely swear that I will be faithful and I bear true allegiance to the colonising Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II," she said before being rebuked by a Senate official.

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"Senator Thorpe, Senator Thorpe, you are required to recite the oath as printed on the card," said the chamber's president Sue Lines.

In 1999, Australians narrowly voted against removing the queen, amid a row over whether her replacement would be chosen by members of parliament, not the public.

In 2023 Australians overwhelmingly rejected measures to recognise Indigenous Australians in the constitution and to create an Indigenous consultative assembly.

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Indigenous senator Lidia Thorpe heckles King Charles at Australian parliament Indigenous senator Lidia Thorpe shouted anti-colonial slogans at King Charles during his visit to the Australian parliament on Monday, shocking assembled lawmakers and other dignitaries.

Indigenous senator Lidia Thorpe heckles King Charles at Australian parliament Indigenous senator Lidia Thorpe shouted anti-colonial slogans at King Charles during his visit to the Australian parliament on Monday, shocking assembled lawmakers and other dignitaries. "Give us our land back! Give us what you stole from us!" Thorpe screamed in an almost minute-long diatribe, after the 75-year-old king's speech. "This is not your land, you are not my king," the independent lawmaker said, decrying what she described as a "genocide" of Indigenous Australians by European settlers. Australia was a British colony for more than 100 years, during which time thousands of Aboriginal Australians were killed and entire communities displaced. Also Read | Chinese Navy ships docked in Bangladesh this weekend. Should India worry? The country gained de facto independence in 1901, but has never become a fully fledged republic. King Charles is the current head of state. Charles is on a nine-day jaunt through Australia and Samoa, the first major foreign tour since his life-changing cancer diagnosis earlier this year. Thorpe is known for her attention-grabbing political stunts and fierce opposition to the monarchy. When she was sworn into office in 2022, Thorpe raised her right fist as she begrudgingly swore to serve Queen Elisabeth II, who was then Australia's head of state. "I sovereign, Lidia Thorpe, do solemnly and sincerely swear that I will be faithful and I bear true allegiance to the colonising Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II," she said before being rebuked by a Senate official. Also Read | Musk says college education ‘overrated’, success doesn’t need four-year degree "Senator Thorpe, Senator Thorpe, you are required to recite the oath as printed on the card," said the chamber's president Sue Lines. In 1999, Australians narrowly voted against removing the queen, amid a row over whether her replacement would be chosen by members of parliament, not the public. In 2023 Australians overwhelmingly rejected measures to recognise Indigenous Australians in the constitution and to create an Indigenous consultative assembly. 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.

King Charles heckled by Indigenous senator at Australian parliament

A knife-edge majority of 50.17% voted "yes" in Moldova's pivotal referendum on joining the European Union, nearly final results showed on Monday, after President Maia Sandu said Sunday's twin votes had been marred by "unprecedented" outside interference.

The tight finish - with fewer than 1.5% of the ballots still to be counted - is far from a resounding endorsement of the pro-EU path that Sandu has pursued over four years at the helm of the small ex-Soviet republic tugged between Russia and the West.

A presidential election, which took place simultaneously, handed Sandu 42% of the vote while her main rival, former prosecutor-general Alexandr Stoianoglo won 26%, setting up a tightly fought run-off between the two on Nov. 3.

The votes, which took place after a slew of allegations of election meddling, were seen as a test of the southeast European nation's commitment to join the European Union and escape Moscow's orbit for good.

The tight referendum result puts Sandu in a weaker position going into the second round since she has championed EU integration.

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Moldova began the long process of formal accession talks in June and under Sandu has aimed to join EU by 2030. Ties with Moscow have deteriorated as Sandu condemned the Kremlin's invasion of Ukraine and diversified energy supply away from Russia.

Stoianoglo has said that, if he comes to power, he would develop a "balanced" foreign policy involving ties with the EU, Russia, United States and China. He boycotted Sunday's referendum, calling it a ruse to boost Sandu's haul at the election.

<h2>‘Clear evidence’</h2>

In the early hours of Monday, Sandu addressed Moldovan citizens, saying there was "clear evidence" that criminal groups working together with "foreign forces hostile to our national interests" had sought to buy off 300,000 votes.

She said this amounted to "fraud of unprecedented scale".

"Criminal groups... have attacked our country with tens of millions of euros, lies and propaganda, using the most disgraceful means to keep our citizens and our nation trapped in uncertainty and instability," she said.

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In the run-up to the vote, authorities made repeated statements alleging concerted attempts to meddle in the vote by fugitive tycoon Ilan Shor, who lives in Russia.

Russia, which accuses Sandu's government of "Russophobia", denied interfering, while Shor denies wrongdoing.

The police accused Shor, who was sentenced to jail in absentia for fraud and a role in the theft of $1 billion, of trying to pay off a network of at least 130,000 voters to vote "no" and support "our candidate" at the election.

Shor has openly offered on social media to pay Moldovans to convince others to vote in a certain way and said that was a legitimate use of money that he earned.

In the early hours of Monday, he declared Moldovans had voted against the referendum.

"Today I congratulate you, you lost the battle," he added, addressing Sandu simply as Maia.

Ahead of the vote, authorities took down online resources they said hosted disinformation, announced they had uncovered a programme in Russia to train Moldovans to stage mass unrest and opened criminal cases against allies of Shor.

As the early results came in late on Sunday, some 57% of Moldovans initially appeared to have voted "no" in the referendum. As more ballots were counted, the "yes" vote gradually rose, overtaking "no" early on Monday morning.

Political analyst Valeriu Pasha said the "yes" vote had edged ahead only because of unusually high voter turnout among the Moldovan diaspora living abroad, who largely support EU integration.

"With such elections, in which dozens of (percentage points) can be bought, it will be very difficult for us going forward. But we must learn lessons and learn to fight this phenomenon," he said.

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A knife-edge majority of 50.17% voted "yes" in Moldova's pivotal referendum on joining the European Union, nearly final results showed on Monday, after President Maia Sandu said Sunday's twin votes had been marred by "unprecedented" outside interference.

A knife-edge majority of 50.17% voted "yes" in Moldova's pivotal referendum on joining the European Union, nearly final results showed on Monday, after President Maia Sandu said Sunday's twin votes had been marred by "unprecedented" outside interference. The tight finish - with fewer than 1.5% of the ballots still to be counted - is far from a resounding endorsement of the pro-EU path that Sandu has pursued over four years at the helm of the small ex-Soviet republic tugged between Russia and the West. A presidential election, which took place simultaneously, handed Sandu 42% of the vote while her main rival, former prosecutor-general Alexandr Stoianoglo won 26%, setting up a tightly fought run-off between the two on Nov. 3. The votes, which took place after a slew of allegations of election meddling, were seen as a test of the southeast European nation's commitment to join the European Union and escape Moscow's orbit for good. The tight referendum result puts Sandu in a weaker position going into the second round since she has championed EU integration. Also Read | Canada 'bed fellow' of those trying to challenge our sovereignty: Indian envoy Moldova began the long process of formal accession talks in June and under Sandu has aimed to join EU by 2030. Ties with Moscow have deteriorated as Sandu condemned the Kremlin's invasion of Ukraine and diversified energy supply away from Russia. Stoianoglo has said that, if he comes to power, he would develop a "balanced" foreign policy involving ties with the EU, Russia, United States and China. He boycotted Sunday's referendum, calling it a ruse to boost Sandu's haul at the election. ‘Clear evidence’ In the early hours of Monday, Sandu addressed Moldovan citizens, saying there was "clear evidence" that criminal groups working together with "foreign forces hostile to our national interests" had sought to buy off 300,000 votes. She said this amounted to "fraud of unprecedented scale". "Criminal groups... have attacked our country with tens of millions of euros, lies and propaganda, using the most disgraceful means to keep our citizens and our nation trapped in uncertainty and instability," she said. Also Read | Sergei Lavrov slams US nuclear talks proposal, labels it 'strategic deception' In the run-up to the vote, authorities made repeated statements alleging concerted attempts to meddle in the vote by fugitive tycoon Ilan Shor, who lives in Russia. Russia, which accuses Sandu's government of "Russophobia", denied interfering, while Shor denies wrongdoing. The police accused Shor, who was sentenced to jail in absentia for fraud and a role in the theft of $1 billion, of trying to pay off a network of at least 130,000 voters to vote "no" and support "our candidate" at the election. Shor has openly offered on social media to pay Moldovans to convince others to vote in a certain way and said that was a legitimate use of money that he earned. In the early hours of Monday, he declared Moldovans had voted against the referendum. "Today I congratulate you, you lost the battle," he added, addressing Sandu simply as Maia. Ahead of the vote, authorities took down online resources they said hosted disinformation, announced they had uncovered a programme in Russia to train Moldovans to stage mass unrest and opened criminal cases against allies of Shor. As the early results came in late on Sunday, some 57% of Moldovans initially appeared to have voted "no" in the referendum. As more ballots were counted, the "yes" vote gradually rose, overtaking "no" early on Monday morning. Political analyst Valeriu Pasha said the "yes" vote had edged ahead only because of unusually high voter turnout among the Moldovan diaspora living abroad, who largely support EU integration. "With such elections, in which dozens of (percentage points) can be bought, it will be very difficult for us going forward. But we must learn lessons and learn to fight this phenomenon," he said. 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.

Moldova President Maia Sandu criticises ‘unprecedented’ vote meddling as EU referendum goes to the wire

The UK's fine dining scene is now facing a bittersweet reality from Michelin star establishments two innovative tasting menus, the landscape was once bursting with creativity and flare, offering diners a feast for both the plate and the eyes. However as economic pressures simmer this gastronomic paradise is starting to crumble. Watch to know more.

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An Indian High Commissioner to Canada Sanjay Kumar Varma who has now been recalled by New Delhi has accused Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of wrecking bilateral ties with India. Watch in for more details!

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Approval ratings for Japan's new Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba have dropped ahead of the October 27 general election, according to one weekend poll, while another suggests the ruling coalition may struggle to obtain a majority.

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Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, said that she would one day return to Russia and run for the post of president when Vladimir Putin is no longer in power, the BBC reported on Monday (Oct 21).

Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny, said that she would one day return to Russia and run for the post of president when Vladimir Putin is no longer in power, the BBC reported on Monday (Oct 21). "My political opponent is Vladimir Putin. And I will do everything to make his regime fall as soon as possible," Navalnaya said and pointed out that when the time is right, she would participate in the election as a candidate. While Putin, Russia's paramount leader since the last day of 1999, is still in power, Navalnaya said she would not return, the BBC report said. Alexei Navalny died in an Arctic prison in unclear circumstances in February. He had been serving sentences totalling more than 30 years on charges he said were rigged to silence his criticism of Putin. Navalnaya accuses Putin of killing her husband Yulia Navalnaya has accused Putin of killing her husband, a claim the Kremlin has repeatedly dismissed. In August, she dismissed information from investigators that Navalny had died from "a combination of diseases." Also read | Hope to see Putin go from being 'tsar' to ordinary prisoner: Navalny's widow Navalnaya also told BBC that the Anti-Corruption Foundation she now leads in her husband’s place has evidence that she will reveal when they have "the whole picture." 'Hope to see Putin go from being 'tsar' to ordinary prisoner' A few days back, Navalnaya said that she one day hoped to see Vladimir Putin go from being "tsar of Russia to an ordinary prisoner." Navalnaya, who for many years has been based in Germany, told The Sunday Times that she would not return to Russia until she knew she "won't be imprisoned in an airport like Alexei", conceding that "nobody knows" when that might be possible. In July, Moscow added Navalny's widow to its list of "terrorists" and "extremists", and also issued an arrest warrant. On being asked about her feelings towards Putin, Navalnaya said that she did not hate the Russian president but wanted to see him in jail, "like my husband was." (With inputs from agencies)

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Seven people, including locals, non-locals, and a doctor, working at the construction site of a key infrastructure project, were killed and a few others were injured in a terrorist attack at Gagangir in Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday evening (Oct 20), just days after an elected government led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah came to power in the Union Territory.

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Massive blast rang out in the vicinity of Beirut's International Airport in the early hours of Monday. This comes as the Israeli Army launched a barrage of rockets across Lebanon. Watch in for more details!

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The Israeli military has started bombing the Lebanese branches of an association accused of financing Hezbollah, marking a further escalation in the West Asia crisis.

The Israeli military has started bombing the Lebanese branches of an association accused of financing Hezbollah, marking a further escalation in the West Asia crisis. According to Lebanese state media on Monday (Oct 21), there were 11 Israeli strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs, many of them targeting Al-Qard Al-Hassan- which is linked to Hezbollah's financial operations. Other strikes hit the association in Lebanon's eastern Bekaa Valley and the country's south. Israeli strike lands on Beirut airport Lebanese media also reported that a strike had landed near Beirut's airport, the main entry point of humanitarian assistance to the country and a major evacuation hub for those fleeing the conflict. Also read | Hezbollah’s senior leader Naim Qassem flees Lebanon fearing death. Who is he? The conflict between Israel and Iran-aligned Lebanese militant group Hezbollah resumed a year ago when the militant group began firing rockets at Israel in support of Palestinian militants Hamas at the start of the Gaza war. The death toll from Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon since the beginning of the Israel-Hezbollah conflict has reached 2,464, with injuries up to 11,530, the Lebanese Health Ministry reported on Sunday. Israel orders evacuation in 2 neighbourhoods in south Beirut Also on Sunday, the Israeli army ordered civilians located near buildings it said were "affiliated with Hezbollah" in two neighbourhoods in south Beirut to immediately evacuate, marking the facilities on two maps and saying the military would "work against" them soon. Also watch | Israel targets Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon × The "urgent warning" was issued by the military's Arabic spokesman Avichay Adraee, and concerned the neighbourhoods of Haret Hreik and Hadath. "You are located near facilities and interests affiliated with Hezbollah, which the IDF will work against in the near future," Adraee said on Telegram. "For your safety and the safety of your family members, you must evacuate the building and those adjacent to it immediately and move away from it for a distance of no less than 500 metres," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

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King Charles faced unexpected protest after the conclusion of a speech in the Australian Parliament. Independent Senator Lidia Thorpe challenged the Monarch's presence demanding a treaty and calling for the recognition of indigenous rights. Watch to know more.

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Vice President Kamala Harris is facing controversy over allegations of plagiarism concerning her 2009 book, Smart on Crime, co-authored with Joan O'C. Hamilton.

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A team of scientists from Hungary have developed a drone technology it's called swarm. This breakthrough in drone technology could reshape the future of human flight. Watch in for more details!

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At approximately 6:20 a.m. on Sunday, Abdullah and Bollywood actress Suniel Shetty kicked off the huge international marathon in Srinagar.

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Indonesia's newly minted leader, President Prabowo Subianto, officially swore in his cabinet on Monday, a team that analysts said reflected the continuity of his predecessor's main policies.

Prabowo took office on Sunday as the eighth Indonesian president, taking the mantle from Joko "Jokowi" Widodo. In a fiery speech to lawmakers, he promised to eradicate corruption and aim to reach self-sufficiency in food and energy.

Prabowo's so-called "red and white" cabinet has 48 ministries with over 100 ministers and deputies, including re-appointments of Sri Mulyani Indrawati as finance minister and Bahlil Lahadalia as energy minister.

Sri Mulyani will preside over Prabowo's main programmes, including giving free meals to about 20 million children which could cost the state budget 71 trillion rupiah ($4.60 billion) in the first year, a number intended to keep the annual fiscal deficit under a legislated ceiling of 3 per cent of gross domestic product.

A former World Bank managing director, Sri Mulyani has earned plaudits for reforming the taxation system while working under two presidents before Prabowo. She did not answer questions on her future fiscal policies on Monday and merely told reporters she was "ready for duty."

Investors fear Prabowo's huge spending plans might derail its track record of fiscal prudence in Southeast Asia's largest economy.

Other key re-appointments include chief economic minister Airlangga Hartarto and Erick Thohir as the state-owned enterprises minister.

Meutya Hafid, a former reporter who will head up the newly renamed communications and digital ministry, said she would focus on data protection, online safety for children and make sure the internet is accessible to all.

Investment minister Rosan Roeslani said his focus was on expanding Jokowi's policy of increasing domestic resource processing to include fisheries and seaweed.

Prabowo's re-appointments show his intention to continue the policies of Jokowi, especially on the economy, said analyst Burhanuddin Muhtadi.

"Prabowo does not want to take further risks and that's why he chose key figures that served under Jokowi," he said, adding these appointments give Prabowo some political security.

Indonesia's new foreign minister is Sugiono, deputy of the parliamentary commission overseeing foreign policy. Zulkifli Hasan, the minister overseeing food supply, said he would expand farming in Indonesia's easternmost Papua region to reach Prabowo's target of food self-sufficiency.

Luhut Pandjaitan, Jokowi's senior minister who spearheaded Indonesia's mineral processing industry, has been named the head of the country's National Economic Council, which advises the president.

Prabowo's cabinet differs in some aspects from Jokowi's as some ministries have been broken up or renamed. Education and culture ministries are separate, as well as environment and forestry.

Ahead of the swearing in, Prabowo held a meeting with China's visiting Vice President Han Zheng, according to a post on his official social media platform X and China's foreign ministry.&nbsp;

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Indonesia's newly minted leader, President Prabowo Subianto, officially swore in his cabinet on Monday, a team that analysts said reflected the continuity of his predecessor's main policies.

Indonesia's newly minted leader, President Prabowo Subianto, officially swore in his cabinet on Monday, a team that analysts said reflected the continuity of his predecessor's main policies. Prabowo took office on Sunday as the eighth Indonesian president, taking the mantle from Joko "Jokowi" Widodo. In a fiery speech to lawmakers, he promised to eradicate corruption and aim to reach self-sufficiency in food and energy. Prabowo's so-called "red and white" cabinet has 48 ministries with over 100 ministers and deputies, including re-appointments of Sri Mulyani Indrawati as finance minister and Bahlil Lahadalia as energy minister. Sri Mulyani will preside over Prabowo's main programmes, including giving free meals to about 20 million children which could cost the state budget 71 trillion rupiah ($4.60 billion) in the first year, a number intended to keep the annual fiscal deficit under a legislated ceiling of 3 per cent of gross domestic product. A former World Bank managing director, Sri Mulyani has earned plaudits for reforming the taxation system while working under two presidents before Prabowo. She did not answer questions on her future fiscal policies on Monday and merely told reporters she was "ready for duty." Investors fear Prabowo's huge spending plans might derail its track record of fiscal prudence in Southeast Asia's largest economy. Other key re-appointments include chief economic minister Airlangga Hartarto and Erick Thohir as the state-owned enterprises minister. Meutya Hafid, a former reporter who will head up the newly renamed communications and digital ministry, said she would focus on data protection, online safety for children and make sure the internet is accessible to all. Investment minister Rosan Roeslani said his focus was on expanding Jokowi's policy of increasing domestic resource processing to include fisheries and seaweed. Prabowo's re-appointments show his intention to continue the policies of Jokowi, especially on the economy, said analyst Burhanuddin Muhtadi. "Prabowo does not want to take further risks and that's why he chose key figures that served under Jokowi," he said, adding these appointments give Prabowo some political security. Indonesia's new foreign minister is Sugiono, deputy of the parliamentary commission overseeing foreign policy. Zulkifli Hasan, the minister overseeing food supply, said he would expand farming in Indonesia's easternmost Papua region to reach Prabowo's target of food self-sufficiency. Luhut Pandjaitan, Jokowi's senior minister who spearheaded Indonesia's mineral processing industry, has been named the head of the country's National Economic Council, which advises the president. Prabowo's cabinet differs in some aspects from Jokowi's as some ministries have been broken up or renamed. Education and culture ministries are separate, as well as environment and forestry. Ahead of the swearing in, Prabowo held a meeting with China's visiting Vice President Han Zheng, according to a post on his official social media platform X and China's foreign ministry. 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.

Indonesia's new President Prabowo Subianto swears in 100+ ministers in 'red and white' cabinet

As the date to the US election comes close, the Democratic White House candidate Kamala Harris has released a medical report confirming her fitness to be the president. This puts pressure on rival Donald Trump to publish his own health records. Watch to know more.

US Elections 2024: Democrats Turn The Tables On Age & Fitness

G7 defence ministers on Saturday met against the backdrop of multiple ongoing military conflicts, expressing concern over escalation in Lebanon while pledging "unwavering support" for Ukraine.&nbsp;

Italy, holding the rotating presidency of the Group of Seven countries, organised the body's first ministerial meeting dedicated to defence, staged in the southern city of Naples which is home to a NATO base.

At the top of the agenda was Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine, now in its third year.

"We underscore our intent to continue to provide assistance to Ukraine, including military assistance in the short and long term," read the G7 defence ministers' final statement that pledged "unwavering support".

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But the G7 defence ministers&nbsp;–&nbsp;from Italy, France, Germany, Britain, Japan, Canada, and the United States –&nbsp;also warned of the dangers of further intensification in the Middle East, including in Lebanon where the United Nations has blamed Israel for strikes on UN peacekeepers. &nbsp;&nbsp;

"We are concerned by the latest events in Lebanon and the risk of further escalation. We express concern over all threats to UNIFIL's security," read a final statement from the ministers, while calling for Iran to stop supporting Hamas and Hezbollah.&nbsp;

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met a Hamas representative in Istanbul on Saturday, according to the IRNA official news agency.

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The many, concurrent conflicts –&nbsp;including instability in sub-Saharan Africa and growing tensions in the Asia-Pacific region –&nbsp;"highlight a deteriorated security framework with forecasts for the near future that cannot be positive", said Italian Defence Minister Giudo Crosetto at the start of the one-day talks.

The summit came two days after Israel announced it had killed Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar, mastermind of the October 7, 2023 attacks on Israel that triggered the devastating retaliatory war in Gaza.

Also in attendance were NATO chief Mark Rutte and the EU's foreign policy chief, Josep Borrell, who echoed the words of US President Joe Biden that the death of Sinwar could mark an opportunity to bring about the end of hostilities. &nbsp; &nbsp;

"Certainly after the killing of Yahya Sinwar, a new perspective is open and we have to use it in order to reach a ceasefire, to release the remaining hostages and to look for a political perspective," Borrell told journalists.

The morning session included discussions over recent strikes on UN peacekeepers UNIFIL in Lebanon, where Israel is also at war with Hamas ally Hezbollah.

Borrell suggested that the peacekeepers' mandate should be beefed up by the UN Security Council to give them more scope to act amid repeated attacks on their positions, which they blame on Israeli forces.

"They cannot act by themselves, it is certainly a limited role," he said.&nbsp;

Earlier on Saturday, Borrell wrote on social media that "a more robust mandate for UNIFIL" was needed.

In Lebanon on Friday, Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni slammed as "unacceptable" the recent strikes on UNIFIL.

Italy has around 1,000 troops in the UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon, which has soldiers from more than 50 countries.

<h2>Ukraine prospects&nbsp;</h2>

The G7's pledge of continued support for Ukraine comes as the country enters its third winter at war, with battlefield losses in the east and the prospect of reduced US military support should Donald Trump be elected to the White House next month.

Biden urged NATO allies during a visit to Berlin on Friday not to step down in backing Ukraine, saying that supporters of Kyiv "cannot let up".

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, under mounting pressure from Western allies to forge a winning strategy against Russia, on Thursday presented what he called a "victory plan" to the European Union and NATO.&nbsp;

Its main thrust is a call for immediate NATO membership, deemed unfeasible by alliance members.

It also demands the ability to strike military targets inside Russia with long-range weapons, and an undefined "non-nuclear strategic deterrence package" on Ukrainian territory.&nbsp;

Another worry for Ukraine are reports, based on South Korean intelligence, that North Korea is deploying large numbers of troops to support Moscow's war against Ukraine.&nbsp;

NATO was not as yet able to confirm that intelligence, Rutte said on Friday.

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G7 defence ministers on Saturday met against the backdrop of multiple ongoing military conflicts, expressing concern over escalation in Lebanon while pledging "unwavering support" for Ukraine.

G7 defence ministers on Saturday met against the backdrop of multiple ongoing military conflicts, expressing concern over escalation in Lebanon while pledging "unwavering support" for Ukraine. Italy, holding the rotating presidency of the Group of Seven countries, organised the body's first ministerial meeting dedicated to defence, staged in the southern city of Naples which is home to a NATO base. At the top of the agenda was Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine, now in its third year. "We underscore our intent to continue to provide assistance to Ukraine, including military assistance in the short and long term," read the G7 defence ministers' final statement that pledged "unwavering support". Also read: 'We are imposing sanctions': US, G7 condemn Israel's settlement expansion in West Bank But the G7 defence ministers – from Italy, France, Germany, Britain, Japan, Canada, and the United States – also warned of the dangers of further intensification in the Middle East, including in Lebanon where the United Nations has blamed Israel for strikes on UN peacekeepers. "We are concerned by the latest events in Lebanon and the risk of further escalation. We express concern over all threats to UNIFIL's security," read a final statement from the ministers, while calling for Iran to stop supporting Hamas and Hezbollah. Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met a Hamas representative in Istanbul on Saturday, according to the IRNA official news agency. Watch | G7 Calls For De-Escalation In West Asia As New Sanctions Loom Over Tehran × The many, concurrent conflicts – including instability in sub-Saharan Africa and growing tensions in the Asia-Pacific region – "highlight a deteriorated security framework with forecasts for the near future that cannot be positive", said Italian Defence Minister Giudo Crosetto at the start of the one-day talks. The summit came two days after Israel announced it had killed Hamas chief Yahya Sinwar, mastermind of the October 7, 2023 attacks on Israel that triggered the devastating retaliatory war in Gaza. Also in attendance were NATO chief Mark Rutte and the EU's foreign policy chief, Josep Borrell, who echoed the words of US President Joe Biden that the death of Sinwar could mark an opportunity to bring about the end of hostilities. "Certainly after the killing of Yahya Sinwar, a new perspective is open and we have to use it in order to reach a ceasefire, to release the remaining hostages and to look for a political perspective," Borrell told journalists. The morning session included discussions over recent strikes on UN peacekeepers UNIFIL in Lebanon, where Israel is also at war with Hamas ally Hezbollah. Borrell suggested that the peacekeepers' mandate should be beefed up by the UN Security Council to give them more scope to act amid repeated attacks on their positions, which they blame on Israeli forces. "They cannot act by themselves, it is certainly a limited role," he said. Earlier on Saturday, Borrell wrote on social media that "a more robust mandate for UNIFIL" was needed. In Lebanon on Friday, Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni slammed as "unacceptable" the recent strikes on UNIFIL. Italy has around 1,000 troops in the UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon, which has soldiers from more than 50 countries. Ukraine prospects The G7's pledge of continued support for Ukraine comes as the country enters its third winter at war, with battlefield losses in the east and the prospect of reduced US military support should Donald Trump be elected to the White House next month. Biden urged NATO allies during a visit to Berlin on Friday not to step down in backing Ukraine, saying that supporters of Kyiv "cannot let up". Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, under mounting pressure from Western allies to forge a winning strategy against Russia, on Thursday presented what he called a "victory plan" to the European Union and NATO. Its main thrust is a call for immediate NATO membership, deemed unfeasible by alliance members. It also demands the ability to strike military targets inside Russia with long-range weapons, and an undefined "non-nuclear strategic deterrence package" on Ukrainian territory. Another worry for Ukraine are reports, based on South Korean intelligence, that North Korea is deploying large numbers of troops to support Moscow's war against Ukraine. NATO was not as yet able to confirm that intelligence, Rutte said on Friday. 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.

G7 meeting: Defence ministers vows 'unwavering support' for Ukraine; share concern over Lebanon conflict

As tensions with Israel escalate, defense ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) advanced democracies have expressed concern over threats to UN forces in Lebanon while reaffirming their support for Ukraine's "irreversible" NATO membership.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's home is in a central town that was struck by a drone, according to the Israeli military on Saturday. Two further drones were intercepted, but no one was hurt.

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Former United States president Donald Trump's&nbsp;exclusive interview with the Saudi state-owned Al Arabiya is set to air&nbsp;on Sunday (Oct 20), as the Republican presidential nominee continues his campaigning for the upcoming US presidential&nbsp;elections.&nbsp;

<h2>When to watch?&nbsp;</h2>

Trump's interview with Al Arabiya's Nadia Bilbassy-Charters will be live on Sunday at 12:30 am (IST) (19:00 GMT).&nbsp;

<h2>Where to watch?</h2>

The full interview will be available on Al Arabiya and Al Arabiya News.&nbsp;

<h2>Key highlights of interview:</h2>

The Republican presidential nominee is expected to criticise his successor&nbsp;Joe Biden and his administration’s foreign policy failures for the wars on multiple fronts.&nbsp;

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During the interview, which as per the media outlet has already been recorded, Trump&nbsp;stressed that if he were president, the October 7 attack on Israel wouldn’t have happened.

“If I were president, that war would have never started. You wouldn’t have all those dead people… [and] demolished cities and areas. [We] wouldn’t have had October 7,” the former US president&nbsp;said according to Al Arabiya.&nbsp;

However, Trump has been cancelling some of his lined-up interviews and events recently, saying that there have been "scheduling conflicts", and adding that he is really exhausted according to Yahoo News.&nbsp;

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Recently, he has withdrawn from his planned appearance on CBS'&nbsp;60 Minutes as his campaign had a disagreement over live fact-checking.&nbsp;

Trump's campaign spokesperson said that he has conducted nearly three times as many interviews as his Democratic rival candidate Kamala Harris, emphasising his high energy levels.&nbsp;

Moreover, Trump has several rallies planned across the US, while Harris will be campaigning alongside former US president Barack Obama and his wife Michele Obama.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Former United States president Donald Trump's exclusive interview with the Saudi state-owned Al Arabiya is set to air on Sunday (Oct 20), as the Republican presidential nominee continues his campaigning for the upcoming US presidential elections.

Former United States president Donald Trump's exclusive interview with the Saudi state-owned Al Arabiya is set to air on Sunday (Oct 20), as the Republican presidential nominee continues his campaigning for the upcoming US presidential elections. When to watch? Trump's interview with Al Arabiya's Nadia Bilbassy-Charters will be live on Sunday at 12:30 am (IST) (19:00 GMT). Where to watch? The full interview will be available on Al Arabiya and Al Arabiya News. Key highlights of interview: The Republican presidential nominee is expected to criticise his successor Joe Biden and his administration’s foreign policy failures for the wars on multiple fronts. Watch | US Elections: Harris Slams Trump For 'Day Of Love' Remark | Early Voting Begins In North Carolina × During the interview, which as per the media outlet has already been recorded, Trump stressed that if he were president, the October 7 attack on Israel wouldn’t have happened. “If I were president, that war would have never started. You wouldn’t have all those dead people… [and] demolished cities and areas. [We] wouldn’t have had October 7,” the former US president said according to Al Arabiya. However, Trump has been cancelling some of his lined-up interviews and events recently, saying that there have been "scheduling conflicts", and adding that he is really exhausted according to Yahoo News. Also read: Donald Trump to interview with WWE legend Undertaker on his podcast to win 'bro' votes: Reports Recently, he has withdrawn from his planned appearance on CBS' 60 Minutes as his campaign had a disagreement over live fact-checking. Trump's campaign spokesperson said that he has conducted nearly three times as many interviews as his Democratic rival candidate Kamala Harris, emphasising his high energy levels. Moreover, Trump has several rallies planned across the US, while Harris will be campaigning alongside former US president Barack Obama and his wife Michele Obama. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump to discuss wars on multiple fronts in high-stakes exclusive interview: When and where to watch?

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