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Poland has welcomed India joining the joint statement condemning the attacks on UN peacekeeping forces in southern Lebanon. UNIFIL or United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon has come under attack under Israeli forces, leading to injuries to the peacekeepers.

Poland has welcomed India joining the joint statement condemning the attacks on UN peacekeeping forces in southern Lebanon. UNIFIL or United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon has come under attack under Israeli forces, leading to injuries to the peacekeepers. Speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal, Poland's top diplomat in India, Chargé d'affaires Sebastian Domżalski said: "We are very glad and happy that India decided to align with this joint statement. We recognise the importance of Indian contribution." India is the third largest contributor to UNIFIL with 903 of its military personnel present in it. Around 40 countries, including India and Germany, are part of the joint statement. Full interview: Sidhant Sibal: Key focus of the Polish initiative on the UNIFIL or UN Peacekeepers coming under attack? Sebastian Domżalski: As far as the Polish initiative is concerned, you're very right, we have initiated in New York, a joint statement. A statement that was joined by 34 countries, initially. A statement to comment on the safety and security of the peacekeepers, and peacekeeping force UNIFIL in southern Lebanon. Over the last couple of days, we've been witnessing a worsening security situation in southern Lebanon. We witnessed attacks on UN peacekeepers. This is something that must be stopped and has to be condemned, and in fact, safeguarding, safety and security of UN peacekeepers is of paramount importance. This is what this joint statement is about. Watch | International Anger Mounts Over IDF Firing At UN Peacekeepers Sidhant Sibal: Essentially, the joint statement, what does it say, what's the message by Poland, and what is the Polish stance on the situation? You've already talked about it, but if you can give more details Sebastian Domżalski: The main message that is there, as I've already said, is safeguarding, safety and security of UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon. The UNIFIL mission has been playing an important role in stabilizing the situation in southern Lebanon. And of course, its main goal is ensuring lasting peace. And this is a mandate that was given by the United Nations. And this mission should continue. As Poland, we've been contributing to this mission for a long time, as India also has contributed. So there is an important factor and important contribution of countries. Sidhant Sibal: India, which contributes the third largest number of troops to UNIFIL, the UN peacekeepers in Lebanon, has also joined this Polish initiative. How do you see it? Sebastian Domżalski: We are very glad and happy that India decided to align with this joint statement. We recognise the importance of Indian contribution. In fact, the Polish mission, the Polish contingent, has around 200 people. India's contribution is around 900, so India has even bigger stakes there. Also read | Israel vs UN: Netanyahu tells Guterres to withdraw peacekeepers from south Lebanon Sidhant Sibal: When it comes to the UN peacekeepers, how do you see their role? Sebastian Domżalski: UN peacekeepers, United Nations, as a matter of fact, play a very important role, and multilateral cooperation plays a very important role in preserving security and stability around the world, and our contribution to the UN peacekeepers is also proof of our commitment to the multilateral system, as it is also proof of India's contribution to the UN peacekeeping forces is also a proof of of India's contribution to the multilateral system.

Poland welcomes India joining joint statement slamming attack on UN peacekeeping

The European Union (EU) on Monday (Oct 14) imposed sanctions against Iran over the transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia. The European Council adopted restrictive actions against seven people and seven organisations linked to the transfer deal.&nbsp;

Three Iranian Airlines (Saha Airlines, Mahan Air and Iran Air), two procurement firms, Deputy Defence Minister of Iran, Seyed Hamzeh Ghalandari, prominent officials of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force (IRGC-QF), IRGC Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, and IRGC Aerospace Force Space Division have been sanctioned&nbsp;

Additionally, the managing directors of the EU-listed companies Iran Aircraft Manufacturing Industries (HESA) and Aerospace Industries Organization (AIO) have also been sanctioned.&nbsp;

"Those targeted will be subject to an asset freeze and travel ban to the European Union. Additionally, the provision of funds or economic resources, directly or indirectly, to or for the benefit of natural or legal persons, entities or bodies listed is prohibited," the EU said.&nbsp;

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It was last month that the EU said it was considering sanctions on Tehran after obtaining confirmation of Russia&nbsp;receiving the ballistic missiles and drones for its war against Ukraine.&nbsp;

"We are aware of the credible information provided by allies on the delivery of Iranian ballistic missiles to Russia," EU spokesman Peter Stano said at the time.&nbsp;

Moscow&nbsp;did not issue a denial when asked about the allegations and instead preferred to comment on the growing relationship with Tehran.

"We have seen this report, it is not every time that this kind of information is true,"&nbsp;Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.

"Iran is our important partner, we are developing our trade and economic relations, we are developing our cooperation and dialogue in all possible areas, including the most sensitive areas."

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Notably, Iran has provided Russia with hundreds of drones since the war began over two years ago. However,&nbsp;the supply of ballistic missiles represents a deeper level of involvement in the conflict.&nbsp;

Facing suffocating Western sanctions, Moscow has turned towards North Korea and Iran for weapons supplies to keep the war going against Ukraine. While Kim Jong Un has sent ammunition and missiles, Iran has helped the Kremlin build a drone-manufacturing factory and now the ballistic missiles.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The European Union (EU) on Monday (Oct 14) imposed sanctions against Iran over the transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia. The European Council adopted restrictive actions against seven people and seven organisations linked to the transfer deal.

The European Union (EU) on Monday (Oct 14) imposed sanctions against Iran over the transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia. The European Council adopted restrictive actions against seven people and seven organisations linked to the transfer deal. Three Iranian Airlines (Saha Airlines, Mahan Air and Iran Air), two procurement firms, Deputy Defence Minister of Iran, Seyed Hamzeh Ghalandari, prominent officials of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Quds Force (IRGC-QF), IRGC Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters, and IRGC Aerospace Force Space Division have been sanctioned Additionally, the managing directors of the EU-listed companies Iran Aircraft Manufacturing Industries (HESA) and Aerospace Industries Organization (AIO) have also been sanctioned. "Those targeted will be subject to an asset freeze and travel ban to the European Union. Additionally, the provision of funds or economic resources, directly or indirectly, to or for the benefit of natural or legal persons, entities or bodies listed is prohibited," the EU said. Watch | Iran transfers ballistic missiles to Russia amid war with Ukraine × EU receives confirmation It was last month that the EU said it was considering sanctions on Tehran after obtaining confirmation of Russia receiving the ballistic missiles and drones for its war against Ukraine. "We are aware of the credible information provided by allies on the delivery of Iranian ballistic missiles to Russia," EU spokesman Peter Stano said at the time. Moscow did not issue a denial when asked about the allegations and instead preferred to comment on the growing relationship with Tehran. "We have seen this report, it is not every time that this kind of information is true," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said. "Iran is our important partner, we are developing our trade and economic relations, we are developing our cooperation and dialogue in all possible areas, including the most sensitive areas." Also read | After Putin, Italy’s Meloni says India can help resolve Russia-Ukraine conflict Notably, Iran has provided Russia with hundreds of drones since the war began over two years ago. However, the supply of ballistic missiles represents a deeper level of involvement in the conflict. Facing suffocating Western sanctions, Moscow has turned towards North Korea and Iran for weapons supplies to keep the war going against Ukraine. While Kim Jong Un has sent ammunition and missiles, Iran has helped the Kremlin build a drone-manufacturing factory and now the ballistic missiles. (With inputs from agencies)

EU sanctions Iran for supplying ballistic missiles to Russia

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China ended a day of military drills around Taiwan on Monday in which it deployed fighter jets and warships in what Beijing said was a "stern warning" to "separatist" forces on the self-ruled island.

Beijing has not ruled out using force to bring Taiwan under its control, and Monday's drills represented its fourth round of large-scale war games in just over two years.

The United States said China's actions were "unwarranted" and risked "escalation" as it called on Beijing to act with restraint.

Beijing announced at around 6:00 pm (1000 GMT), 13 hours after the drills started, that they had been "successfully completed".

The drills, dubbed Joint Sword-2024B, had "fully tested the integrated joint operation capabilities of its troops", military spokesperson Captain Li Xi said in a statement.

"Always on high alert, troops of the theater command keep strengthening combat readiness with arduous training, and will foil the 'Taiwan Independence separatist attempts'," Li said.

President Lai Ching-te, who took office in May, has been more outspoken than his predecessor Tsai Ing-wen in defending Taiwan's sovereignty, angering Beijing, which calls him a "separatist".

Lai vowed on Monday to "protect democratic Taiwan and safeguard national security", while the defence ministry said it had dispatched "appropriate forces" in response to the drills.

Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said "Taiwan independence and peace in the Taiwan Strait are irreconcilable".

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Taiwan detected 125 Chinese aircraft, including fighter jets and drones, around the island between 5:02 am (2102 GMT) and 4:30 pm, a defence ministry official said, describing it as a record for a single day. Seventeen warships were also spotted.

Outlying islands administered by Taipei had been put on "heightened alert", Taiwan's defence ministry said.

Beijing said its exercises served as a "stern warning to the separatist acts of 'Taiwan Independence' forces".&nbsp;

The drills took place in "areas to the north, south and east of Taiwan Island", Li said earlier.

Their aim was to focus "on subjects of sea-air combat-readiness patrol, blockade on key ports and areas", Li said.

They also practised an "assault on maritime and ground targets".&nbsp;

The previous large-scale drills held in May, three days after Lai's inauguration, were called "Joint Sword-2024A" and lasted two days.

- China coast guard 'inspections' -

China's coast guard was also sent to conduct "inspections", with a diagram released by the coast guard showing four fleets encircling Taiwan and moving in an anti-clockwise direction around the island.

The coast guard of the eastern province of Fujian -- the closest area on the mainland to Taiwan -- also said it conducted "comprehensive law enforcement patrols" in waters near the Taipei-controlled Matsu islands.

Taiwan said four "formations" of China coast guard ships had patrolled the island and briefly entered its restricted waters, but not its prohibited waters.

China has ramped up military activity around Taiwan in recent years, sending warplanes and other military aircraft while its ships maintain a near-constant presence around the island's waters.

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"In the face of enemy threats, all officers and soldiers of the country are in full readiness," Taiwan's defence ministry said on Monday.

Lai convened a high-level security meeting over the drills, said Joseph Wu, secretary-general of the National Security Council, who described the exercises as "inconsistent with international law".

He vowed in his National Day speech on Thursday to "resist annexation" and insisted that Beijing and Taipei were "not subordinate to each other".

Lai's Democratic Progressive Party has long defended the sovereignty and democracy of Taiwan, which has its own government, military and currency.

Beijing said on Monday the drills were "a legitimate and necessary operation for safeguarding state sovereignty and national unity".

- 'Feel a bit numb' -

Lieutenant Colonel Fu Zhengnan, a researcher at the Chinese Academy of Military Sciences, said in a video shared by state media that the drills could "switch from training to combat at any time".

"If Taiwan separatists provoke once, the PLA's operation around the island will make their first move," Fu said, referring to China's People's Liberation Army.

Taiwan's coast guard said on Monday it had detained a Chinese man on one of its outlying islands after a possible "grey zone intrusion", referring to tactics that fall short of a direct act of war.

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In Taipei, people appeared to be largely unperturbed.

"I won't panic too much because they quite often have drills," 34-year-old engineer Benjamin Hsiao told AFP.

"It's not the first time in recent years anyway, so I feel a bit numb."

AFP journalists saw about five military jeeps mounted with machine guns on Monday afternoon patrolling around Taipei Songshan Airport, which is also a military air base.

The dispute between China and Taiwan dates back to a civil war in which the nationalist forces of Chiang Kai-shek were defeated by Mao Zedong's communist fighters and fled to the island in 1949.

China and Taiwan have been ruled separately since then.

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.

China ended a day of military drills around Taiwan on Monday in which it deployed fighter jets and warships in what Beijing said was a "stern warning" to "separatist" forces on the self-ruled island.

China ended a day of military drills around Taiwan on Monday in which it deployed fighter jets and warships in what Beijing said was a "stern warning" to "separatist" forces on the self-ruled island. Beijing has not ruled out using force to bring Taiwan under its control, and Monday's drills represented its fourth round of large-scale war games in just over two years. The United States said China's actions were "unwarranted" and risked "escalation" as it called on Beijing to act with restraint. Beijing announced at around 6:00 pm (1000 GMT), 13 hours after the drills started, that they had been "successfully completed". The drills, dubbed Joint Sword-2024B, had "fully tested the integrated joint operation capabilities of its troops", military spokesperson Captain Li Xi said in a statement. "Always on high alert, troops of the theater command keep strengthening combat readiness with arduous training, and will foil the 'Taiwan Independence separatist attempts'," Li said. President Lai Ching-te, who took office in May, has been more outspoken than his predecessor Tsai Ing-wen in defending Taiwan's sovereignty, angering Beijing, which calls him a "separatist". Lai vowed on Monday to "protect democratic Taiwan and safeguard national security", while the defence ministry said it had dispatched "appropriate forces" in response to the drills. Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said "Taiwan independence and peace in the Taiwan Strait are irreconcilable". Also Read | EU sanctions Iran for supplying ballistic missiles to Russia Taiwan detected 125 Chinese aircraft, including fighter jets and drones, around the island between 5:02 am (2102 GMT) and 4:30 pm, a defence ministry official said, describing it as a record for a single day. Seventeen warships were also spotted. Outlying islands administered by Taipei had been put on "heightened alert", Taiwan's defence ministry said. Beijing said its exercises served as a "stern warning to the separatist acts of 'Taiwan Independence' forces". The drills took place in "areas to the north, south and east of Taiwan Island", Li said earlier. Their aim was to focus "on subjects of sea-air combat-readiness patrol, blockade on key ports and areas", Li said. They also practised an "assault on maritime and ground targets". The previous large-scale drills held in May, three days after Lai's inauguration, were called "Joint Sword-2024A" and lasted two days. - China coast guard 'inspections' - China's coast guard was also sent to conduct "inspections", with a diagram released by the coast guard showing four fleets encircling Taiwan and moving in an anti-clockwise direction around the island. The coast guard of the eastern province of Fujian -- the closest area on the mainland to Taiwan -- also said it conducted "comprehensive law enforcement patrols" in waters near the Taipei-controlled Matsu islands. Taiwan said four "formations" of China coast guard ships had patrolled the island and briefly entered its restricted waters, but not its prohibited waters. China has ramped up military activity around Taiwan in recent years, sending warplanes and other military aircraft while its ships maintain a near-constant presence around the island's waters. Also Read | US Presidential Elections 2024: What are the key issues driving the polls? "In the face of enemy threats, all officers and soldiers of the country are in full readiness," Taiwan's defence ministry said on Monday. Lai convened a high-level security meeting over the drills, said Joseph Wu, secretary-general of the National Security Council, who described the exercises as "inconsistent with international law". He vowed in his National Day speech on Thursday to "resist annexation" and insisted that Beijing and Taipei were "not subordinate to each other". Lai's Democratic Progressive Party has long defended the sovereignty and democracy of Taiwan, which has its own government, military and currency. Beijing said on Monday the drills were "a legitimate and necessary operation for safeguarding state sovereignty and national unity". - 'Feel a bit numb' - Lieutenant Colonel Fu Zhengnan, a researcher at the Chinese Academy of Military Sciences, said in a video shared by state media that the drills could "switch from training to combat at any time". "If Taiwan separatists provoke once, the PLA's operation around the island will make their first move," Fu said, referring to China's People's Liberation Army. Taiwan's coast guard said on Monday it had detained a Chinese man on one of its outlying islands after a possible "grey zone intrusion", referring to tactics that fall short of a direct act of war. Also Read | Two IndiGo flights travelling from Mumbai to West Asia receive bomb threats In Taipei, people appeared to be largely unperturbed. "I won't panic too much because they quite often have drills," 34-year-old engineer Benjamin Hsiao told AFP. "It's not the first time in recent years anyway, so I feel a bit numb." AFP journalists saw about five military jeeps mounted with machine guns on Monday afternoon patrolling around Taipei Songshan Airport, which is also a military air base. The dispute between China and Taiwan dates back to a civil war in which the nationalist forces of Chiang Kai-shek were defeated by Mao Zedong's communist fighters and fled to the island in 1949. China and Taiwan have been ruled separately since then. 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.

China concludes a day of military 'warning' drills around Taiwan

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Elon Musk, the eccentric billionaire who purchased Twitter (now renamed as X) for $44 million because he was bored — according to a biography on Musk by Walter Isaacson — has a place in the Donald Trump administration, if the Republican wins.

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In an interview with Fox News host Maria Bartiromo, the former US president said that Musk was "dying to do this".

When asked about which agencies he would shut down to trim the "fat in government," Trump said,&nbsp;"Let me have you ask another person that".

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"Because I’m going to have Elon Musk — he is dying to do this. You know, he's a great business guy, actually," he added.

"You think of him for science and rockets. And every time I think he's telling me about a new screw that was developed, he's developed a new screw — screws are difficult — and it's made out of titanium, and it's so exciting."&nbsp;

"But you know what? He's a great business guy, and he's a great cost-cutter. You've seen that. And he said 'I could cut costs without affecting anybody'," he added.

However, Trump said that Musk would not be in his cabinet,&nbsp;"He doesn't want to be in the cabinet. He just wants to be in charge of cost-cutting."

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The Republican presidential candidate said that he'll make a new post for the SpaceX CEO,&nbsp;"We'll have a new position: secretary of cost-cutting, OK? Elon wants to do that, and we have incredible people. He's running a big business. You know, he can't just say, 'Oh, I think I'll go into the cabinet.' You know, other people can. He can't. But Elon's a little bit different in that sense."

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In 2022, Musk decided that he was the "fire-breathing dragon" Twitter needed. After buying the social media platform for $44 million, he fired 80 per cent of its staff and lost a huge amount of ad revenue.&nbsp;

It has been widely reported that advertisers were wary of their brands appearing next to harmful content that might not have been removed under Musk's leadership.

(With inputs from agencies)

Elon Musk, the eccentric billionaire who purchased Twitter (now renamed as X) for $44 million because he was bored — according to a biography on Musk by Walter Isaacson — has a place in the Donald Trump administration, if the Republican wins.

Elon Musk, the eccentric billionaire who purchased Twitter (now renamed as X) for $44 million because he was bored — according to a biography on Musk by Walter Isaacson — has a place in the Donald Trump administration, if the Republican wins. Elon Musk 'dying to do this' In an interview with Fox News host Maria Bartiromo, the former US president said that Musk was "dying to do this". When asked about which agencies he would shut down to trim the "fat in government," Trump said, "Let me have you ask another person that". Also read | Third assassination bid on Trump days after demanding military aircraft for safety; Suspect faces gun charges "Because I’m going to have Elon Musk — he is dying to do this. You know, he's a great business guy, actually," he added. "You think of him for science and rockets. And every time I think he's telling me about a new screw that was developed, he's developed a new screw — screws are difficult — and it's made out of titanium, and it's so exciting." "But you know what? He's a great business guy, and he's a great cost-cutter. You've seen that. And he said 'I could cut costs without affecting anybody'," he added. However, Trump said that Musk would not be in his cabinet, "He doesn't want to be in the cabinet. He just wants to be in charge of cost-cutting." Also read | Trump says he spoke to Israeli PM Netanyahu 'two days ago' amid rising tensions The Republican presidential candidate said that he'll make a new post for the SpaceX CEO, "We'll have a new position: secretary of cost-cutting, OK? Elon wants to do that, and we have incredible people. He's running a big business. You know, he can't just say, 'Oh, I think I'll go into the cabinet.' You know, other people can. He can't. But Elon's a little bit different in that sense." Musk's Twitter disaster In 2022, Musk decided that he was the "fire-breathing dragon" Twitter needed. After buying the social media platform for $44 million, he fired 80 per cent of its staff and lost a huge amount of ad revenue. It has been widely reported that advertisers were wary of their brands appearing next to harmful content that might not have been removed under Musk's leadership. (With inputs from agencies)

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North Korea has issued a warning of potential military retaliation in response to what it claims was a drone attack from South Korea. Pyongyang alleges that South Korean drones entered its airspace, escalating tensions on the already volatile Korean Peninsula. While South Korea has not confirmed any such incursion, North Korea's leadership has condemned the alleged breach, threatening to take decisive military measures. This incident adds to the ongoing friction between the two nations, raising concerns about further escalation in the region.

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Afghanistan's Taliban morality ministry pledged Monday to implement a law banning news media from publishing images of all living things, with journalists told the rule will be gradually enforced.

It comes after the Taliban government recently announced legislation formalising their strict interpretations of Islamic law that have been imposed since they swept to power in 2021.

"The law applies to all Afghanistan... and it will be implemented gradually," the spokesman for the Ministry for the Propagation of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice (PVPV) Saiful Islam Khyber told AFP, adding that officials would work to persuade people that images of living things are against Islamic law.

"Coercion has no place in the implementation of the law," he said.&nbsp;

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"It's only advice, and convincing people that these things are really contrary to sharia (law) and must be avoided."

The new law detailed several rules for news media, including banning the publication of images of all living things and ordering outlets not to mock or humiliate Islam, or contradict Islamic law.

Aspects of the new law have not yet been strictly enforced.

Taliban officials continue to regularly post photos of people on social media.&nbsp;

"Until now, regarding the articles of the law related to media, there are ongoing efforts in many provinces to implement it but that has not started in all provinces," Khyber said.&nbsp;

He added "work has started" in the southern Taliban stronghold of Kandahar and the neighbouring Helmand province, as well as northern Takhar.&nbsp;

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Journalists in Kandahar told AFP on Monday they had not received any statement from the ministry or been stopped by morality police for taking photos and videos.&nbsp;

In central Ghazni province on Sunday, PVPV officials summoned local journalists and told them the morality police would start gradually implementing the law.&nbsp;

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They advised visual journalists to take photos from further away and film fewer events "to get in the habit", a journalist who did not want to give his name for fear of reprisal told AFP.&nbsp;

Reporters in Maidan Wardak province were also told the rules would be implemented gradually in a similar meeting.&nbsp;

Television and pictures of living things were banned across the country under the previous Taliban rule from 1996 to 2001, but a similar edict has so far not been broadly imposed since their return to power.&nbsp;

When the Taliban authorities seized control of the country after a two-decade-long insurgency against foreign-backed governments, Afghanistan had 8,400 media employees.&nbsp;

Only 5,100 remain in the profession, including 560 women, according to media industry sources.

Afghanistan has also slipped from 122nd place to 178th out of 180 countries in a press freedom ranking compiled by Reporters Without Borders (RSF).

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Afghanistan's Taliban morality ministry pledged Monday to implement a law banning news media from publishing images of all living things, with journalists told the rule will be gradually enforced.

Afghanistan's Taliban morality ministry pledged Monday to implement a law banning news media from publishing images of all living things, with journalists told the rule will be gradually enforced. It comes after the Taliban government recently announced legislation formalising their strict interpretations of Islamic law that have been imposed since they swept to power in 2021. "The law applies to all Afghanistan... and it will be implemented gradually," the spokesman for the Ministry for the Propagation of Virtue and the Prevention of Vice (PVPV) Saiful Islam Khyber told AFP, adding that officials would work to persuade people that images of living things are against Islamic law. "Coercion has no place in the implementation of the law," he said. Also Read | Goldman Sachs upgrades China’s growth forecast amid economic recovery "It's only advice, and convincing people that these things are really contrary to sharia (law) and must be avoided." The new law detailed several rules for news media, including banning the publication of images of all living things and ordering outlets not to mock or humiliate Islam, or contradict Islamic law. Aspects of the new law have not yet been strictly enforced. Taliban officials continue to regularly post photos of people on social media. "Until now, regarding the articles of the law related to media, there are ongoing efforts in many provinces to implement it but that has not started in all provinces," Khyber said. He added "work has started" in the southern Taliban stronghold of Kandahar and the neighbouring Helmand province, as well as northern Takhar. - Journalists summoned - Journalists in Kandahar told AFP on Monday they had not received any statement from the ministry or been stopped by morality police for taking photos and videos. In central Ghazni province on Sunday, PVPV officials summoned local journalists and told them the morality police would start gradually implementing the law. Also Read | West Asia crisis | It's painful: Israeli army chief reacts to Hezbollah strike on military base They advised visual journalists to take photos from further away and film fewer events "to get in the habit", a journalist who did not want to give his name for fear of reprisal told AFP. Reporters in Maidan Wardak province were also told the rules would be implemented gradually in a similar meeting. Television and pictures of living things were banned across the country under the previous Taliban rule from 1996 to 2001, but a similar edict has so far not been broadly imposed since their return to power. When the Taliban authorities seized control of the country after a two-decade-long insurgency against foreign-backed governments, Afghanistan had 8,400 media employees. Only 5,100 remain in the profession, including 560 women, according to media industry sources. Afghanistan has also slipped from 122nd place to 178th out of 180 countries in a press freedom ranking compiled by Reporters Without Borders (RSF). 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.

Afghan Taliban pledge to enforce media ban on images of all living things 

World Students Day is observed every year on October 15. The day honours former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, who played an important role in shaping India’s science and technological development. He was a scientist and teacher and contributed significantly to the education field of the country.

<h2>Why is World Students Day celebrated?</h2>

The day is celebrated on the birth anniversary of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, who was also known as the Missile Man of India for his significant efforts for the Defence Research and Development Organisation. He played an important role in several projects including India's first Satellite Launch Vehicle, the first nuclear test, Project Devil, and Project Valiant.&nbsp;

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In 2002, Dr Kalam became the president. During his term, he contributed greatly to the field of education. He was a passionate teacher and motivator for young minds. He regularly visited educational institutions and became inspiration for students. Dr Kalam emphasised the importance of education for both personal and societal development.

World Students Day is celebrated to acknowledge and honour his works and celebrate the achievements of students across the globe. It reminds us of the importance of education which has the power to change the world. It also honours Dr Kalam’s belief that students are the future leaders of the world.

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<h2>Significance of World Students Day</h2>

Dr APJ Abdul Kalam has inspired many youth and students with his teachings and determination. World Students Day is celebrated to provide students with an opportunity to acknowledge their achievements. The day encourages students to keep learning and aiming for excellence.&nbsp;

The day also aims to raise awareness of educational difficulties. It gives students a chance to voice the challenges they face during their education and to resolve the gaps within the education system.

(With inputs from agencies)

World Students Day is observed every year on October 15. The day honours former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, who played an important role in shaping India’s science and technological development.

World Students Day is observed every year on October 15. The day honours former President Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, who played an important role in shaping India’s science and technological development. He was a scientist and teacher and contributed significantly to the education field of the country. Why is World Students Day celebrated? The day is celebrated on the birth anniversary of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam, who was also known as the Missile Man of India for his significant efforts for the Defence Research and Development Organisation. He played an important role in several projects including India's first Satellite Launch Vehicle, the first nuclear test, Project Devil, and Project Valiant. Also read | How India celebrated Dussehra 2024: Ravana effigies burn bright as PM Modi, other leaders join festivities In 2002, Dr Kalam became the president. During his term, he contributed greatly to the field of education. He was a passionate teacher and motivator for young minds. He regularly visited educational institutions and became inspiration for students. Dr Kalam emphasised the importance of education for both personal and societal development. World Students Day is celebrated to acknowledge and honour his works and celebrate the achievements of students across the globe. It reminds us of the importance of education which has the power to change the world. It also honours Dr Kalam’s belief that students are the future leaders of the world. Also read | Interviewer asks techie to draw Indian flag, latter walks out of job interview Significance of World Students Day Dr APJ Abdul Kalam has inspired many youth and students with his teachings and determination. World Students Day is celebrated to provide students with an opportunity to acknowledge their achievements. The day encourages students to keep learning and aiming for excellence. The day also aims to raise awareness of educational difficulties. It gives students a chance to voice the challenges they face during their education and to resolve the gaps within the education system. (With inputs from agencies)

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A Hezbollah-operated Mirsad-1 drone has reportedly struck an Israel Defense Forces (IDF) base, escalating tensions in the ongoing Israel-Hezbollah conflict. The attack marks a significant development in the confrontation, as Hezbollah continues to deploy advanced drone technology against Israeli military targets. The IDF is assessing the damage, while Israeli officials have vowed a strong response. The strike underscores the increasing role of unmanned aerial systems in the conflict, further intensifying the hostilities between the two sides.

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Israeli Army chief Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi said on Monday (Oct 14) that a Hezbollah drone strike on a military training base that killed at least four soldiers at the weekend was "difficult and painful.

Israeli Army chief Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi said on Monday (Oct 14) that a Hezbollah drone strike on a military training base that killed at least four soldiers at the weekend was "difficult and painful." “We are at war, and an attack on a training base on the home front is difficult and the results are painful. You operated well to treat and evacuate the wounded and injured. Embrace the bereaved families, accompany the wounded, and strengthen the commanders and soldiers.”… pic.twitter.com/iYJOLSP6m9 — Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) October 14, 2024 × "We are at war, and an attack on a training base on the home front is difficult and the results are painful," Lieutenant General Herzi Halevi told soldiers during a visit to the Golani Brigade training base that was hit Sunday night in the area of Binyamina, south of the city of Haifa, the news agency AFP reported. What happened during the weekend? The Israeli military said that a drone attack carried out by Hezbollah on an army base adjacent to Binyamina in northern Israel killed four soldiers and seven others were severely injured. Also read | Israel's attacks on UN peacekeepers could be 'war crime'. What's United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon? The Iran-backed Lebanese militant group said it attacked a camp of the Israeli military's Golani Brigade camp in Binyamina in northern Israel with a "swarm of drones." The drone attack on Sunday wounded at least 60 people in Binyamina, according to the Israeli emergency services. The four soldiers who were killed were identified as Sgt. Omri Tamari, 19, from Mazkeret Batya; Sgt. Yosef Hieb, 19, from Tuba Zangariya; Sgt. Yoav Agmon, 19, from Binyamina-Giv’at Ada; and Sgt. Alon Amitay, 19, from Ramot Naftali. Attack under investigation Israeli military spokesperson Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said on Monday that the attack at the military base was being investigated. "...at this point, there is complete operational control on the incident, all the casualties were evacuated to hospitals, we are now busy with notifying their families, all the troops in the base were asked to call home and inform their families that they are fine," Rear Admiral Hagari said. Also watch | Four Israeli soldiers killed near Haifa × "We are managing the incident, we will study and investigate the incident and how a drone infiltrates without alerts and strikes the base. The threat of drones is a threat we have been dealing with since the beginning of the war, we are required to bring about better protection, we will investigate this incident, learn and improve, our mission is to better protect our soldiers and citizens of Israel," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

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South Korea's health and welfare ministry has awarded civilian service medals to two women for giving birth to 13 children each amid the plummeting birth rate in the country.&nbsp;

Eom Gye-suk (60) was awarded the&nbsp;Seongnyu Medal, which is given to individuals who have contributed to the country with&nbsp;outstanding accomplishments in politics, economics, society, education, or academics.

“After repeating pregnancy and childbirth for over 20 years, there were some difficulties, but thanks to my children who have grown up well, I think I have more happy moments than others,” said Eom, who had five sons and eight daughters between 1986 and 2007.&nbsp;

Similarly,&nbsp;Lee Yeong-mi (59), was awarded the Civil Merit Medal, given to individuals who&nbsp;contribute through accomplishments and donations, those who risk their lives to save others, and those who devote their lives to public service. Lee gave birth to her first child at 23 and the last at 44.&nbsp;

During the ceremony at the Glad Hotel in Seoul last week,&nbsp;Lee batted for improvement in workplace culture so that the current generation could have more kids as well.&nbsp;

“We desperately need a workplace culture where people can use childcare leave without worrying about what others think, and support for self-employed people who do not have childcare leave and cannot take time off from work.”

<h2>Falling birth rates</h2>

South Korea is staring at population collapse with the fertility rate declining to a historic low of 0.78 in 2022 - the lowest globally and well below the replacement rate.&nbsp;

Experts in the country have estimated that at the current rate, the population of 51 million will nearly halve by the year 2100.

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Due to low birth rates, paediatricians are quitting their jobs in the country as well - presenting a unique challenge to the government.&nbsp;

In the capital city of Seoul, the number of paediatric clinics and hospitals has fallen to just 456, down 12.5 per cent over the last five years. In the first half of 2022, the hospitals were able to secure the services of only 16.3 per cent of the paediatricians they sought, compared to 97.4 per cent in 2013.

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The shortage of doctors for children means that parents are having to endure long waiting periods for the treatment of sick children.

(With inputs from agencies)

South Korea's health and welfare ministry has awarded civilian service medals to two women for giving birth to 13 children each amid the plummeting birth rate in the country.

South Korea's health and welfare ministry has awarded civilian service medals to two women for giving birth to 13 children each amid the plummeting birth rate in the country. Eom Gye-suk (60) was awarded the Seongnyu Medal, which is given to individuals who have contributed to the country with outstanding accomplishments in politics, economics, society, education, or academics. “After repeating pregnancy and childbirth for over 20 years, there were some difficulties, but thanks to my children who have grown up well, I think I have more happy moments than others,” said Eom, who had five sons and eight daughters between 1986 and 2007. Similarly, Lee Yeong-mi (59), was awarded the Civil Merit Medal, given to individuals who contribute through accomplishments and donations, those who risk their lives to save others, and those who devote their lives to public service. Lee gave birth to her first child at 23 and the last at 44. During the ceremony at the Glad Hotel in Seoul last week, Lee batted for improvement in workplace culture so that the current generation could have more kids as well. “We desperately need a workplace culture where people can use childcare leave without worrying about what others think, and support for self-employed people who do not have childcare leave and cannot take time off from work.” Falling birth rates South Korea is staring at population collapse with the fertility rate declining to a historic low of 0.78 in 2022 - the lowest globally and well below the replacement rate. Experts in the country have estimated that at the current rate, the population of 51 million will nearly halve by the year 2100. Watch | South Korea faced with a shrinking population × Doctors giving up paediatrics Due to low birth rates, paediatricians are quitting their jobs in the country as well - presenting a unique challenge to the government. In the capital city of Seoul, the number of paediatric clinics and hospitals has fallen to just 456, down 12.5 per cent over the last five years. In the first half of 2022, the hospitals were able to secure the services of only 16.3 per cent of the paediatricians they sought, compared to 97.4 per cent in 2013. Also read | South Korea’s birth rate falls to record low in 2023, govt data shows The shortage of doctors for children means that parents are having to endure long waiting periods for the treatment of sick children. (With inputs from agencies)

Two South Korean women awarded medals for birthing 13 children each amid fertility crisis

Spanish scientists said on Saturday (Oct 12) that 15th-century explorer Christopher Columbus wasn’t Italian but a Sephardic Jew from Western Europe, according to a new genetic study.&nbsp;

Several nations have debated the divisive figure's origins and final burial place. Many scientists have also questioned the traditional theories that Christopher Columbus was born in 1451 in Genoa, Italy.&nbsp;

To shed light on this long-running debate, scientists conducted a 22-year investigation, led by forensic expert Miguel Lorente, by testing the tiny pieces of remains buried in Seville Cathedral, which is believed to be Columbus'&nbsp;last resting place. However, there have been rival claims.&nbsp;

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They compared them with some known descendants and relatives of Cristopher, and the findings were announced in a documentary titled “Columbus DNA: The True Origin” on Spain's national broadcaster TVE on Saturday.&nbsp;

Lorente said in the programme, "We have DNA from Christopher Columbus, very partial, but sufficient. We have DNA from Hernando Colón, his son." He added, " and both in the Y chromosome (male) and in the mitochondrial DNA (transmitted by the mother) of Hernando there are traits compatible with Jewish origin."

Around 30,000 Jews resided in Spain before the ‘Reyes Catolicos’, Catholic monarch Isabella ordered Muslims and Jews to convert to the Catholic faith or leave the country. Several people moved around the world. Lorente said, after analysing 25 possible places, it was only possible to say Columbus was born in Western Europe.&nbsp;

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Lorente also mentioned on Thursday that they have confirmed the previous theories and that the remains in Seville Cathedral belonged to Columbus. The research on Columbus's origins was complicated because of various factors including a large amount of data. But the findings are reliable, as per Lorente.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Christopher Columbus died in 1506 in Valladolid, Spain, but he wished to be buried on the island of Hispaniola. His remains were taken there in 1542, then moved to Cuba in 1795, and then, it had been long though in Spain, to Seville Cathedral in 1898.&nbsp;

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Spanish scientists said on Saturday (Oct 12) that 15th-century explorer Christopher Columbus wasn’t Italian but a Sephardic Jew from Western Europe, according to a new genetic study.

Spanish scientists said on Saturday (Oct 12) that 15th-century explorer Christopher Columbus wasn’t Italian but a Sephardic Jew from Western Europe, according to a new genetic study. Several nations have debated the divisive figure's origins and final burial place. Many scientists have also questioned the traditional theories that Christopher Columbus was born in 1451 in Genoa, Italy. To shed light on this long-running debate, scientists conducted a 22-year investigation, led by forensic expert Miguel Lorente, by testing the tiny pieces of remains buried in Seville Cathedral, which is believed to be Columbus' last resting place. However, there have been rival claims. Also Read | Two IndiGo flights travelling from Mumbai to West Asia receive bomb threats They compared them with some known descendants and relatives of Cristopher, and the findings were announced in a documentary titled “Columbus DNA: The True Origin” on Spain's national broadcaster TVE on Saturday. Lorente said in the programme, "We have DNA from Christopher Columbus, very partial, but sufficient. We have DNA from Hernando Colón, his son." He added, " and both in the Y chromosome (male) and in the mitochondrial DNA (transmitted by the mother) of Hernando there are traits compatible with Jewish origin." Around 30,000 Jews resided in Spain before the ‘Reyes Catolicos’, Catholic monarch Isabella ordered Muslims and Jews to convert to the Catholic faith or leave the country. Several people moved around the world. Lorente said, after analysing 25 possible places, it was only possible to say Columbus was born in Western Europe. Also Read | China starts new round of war games near Taiwan- Top updates Lorente also mentioned on Thursday that they have confirmed the previous theories and that the remains in Seville Cathedral belonged to Columbus. The research on Columbus's origins was complicated because of various factors including a large amount of data. But the findings are reliable, as per Lorente. Christopher Columbus died in 1506 in Valladolid, Spain, but he wished to be buried on the island of Hispaniola. His remains were taken there in 1542, then moved to Cuba in 1795, and then, it had been long though in Spain, to Seville Cathedral in 1898. (With inputs from agencies)

Christopher Columbus was Sephardic Jew, study suggests 

Humans handed over the baton of music to a robot, quite literally: A three-armed robot conducted a symphony orchestra over the weekend in Germany, in a jaw-dropping fusion of art and technology.

The robot, MAiRA Pro S, led the Dresdner Sinfoniker orchestra in the concert 'Robotersinfonie', held to mark the ensemble's 25th anniversary.

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The Robot Symphony concert at Festspielhaus Hellerau had three world premieres.

One was “#kreuzknoten” by Wieland Reissmann, which required the robot to navigate overlapping tempos.&nbsp;

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It also performed "Semiconductor's Masterpiece," a work by composer-pianist Andreas Gundlach, which drew on the robot's&nbsp;ability to guide three sections of the orchestra separately through its separate arms, DW News said in a report.&nbsp;

The last performance was of "Musica Celestis" by Aaron J Kernis for which the conductor and robot appeared side by side.

Developed in collaboration with the Technical University of Dresden, the technology can execute complex musical pieces that human conductors would find impossible to perform.

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Artistic director Markus Rindt trained the robot over two years, using the same techniques for teaching human conductors.

The intention was not to replace human conductors but to explore new artistic possibilities Rindt said.&nbsp;

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Humans handed over the baton of music to a robot, quite literally: A three-armed robot conducted a symphony orchestra over the weekend in Germany, in a jaw-dropping fusion of art and technology.

Humans handed over the baton of music to a robot, quite literally: A three-armed robot conducted a symphony orchestra over the weekend in Germany, in a jaw-dropping fusion of art and technology. The robot, MAiRA Pro S, led the Dresdner Sinfoniker orchestra in the concert 'Robotersinfonie', held to mark the ensemble's 25th anniversary. Watch it here: Roboter-Dirigent mit Taktstöcken in Laserschwert-Manier: In der "Robotersinfonie" der Dresdner Sinfoniker hat zwar der Mensch die kreative Kontrolle - doch die Grenzen werden fließender.https://t.co/BNlq8k4uSD pic.twitter.com/Y2fhycNKnc — WDR aktuell (@WDRaktuell) October 13, 2024 × MAiRA Pro S conducted music through its three lightsaber-like arms. Each arm was assigned to different sections of the orchestra, thus enabling intricate rhythmic coordination. Watch : China's robots enhancing human capabilities × The Robot Symphony concert at Festspielhaus Hellerau had three world premieres. One was “#kreuzknoten” by Wieland Reissmann, which required the robot to navigate overlapping tempos. Also read: Japanese researchers turn horror story to reality, develop cyborg 'Jizai Arms' that can be strapped on. Watch! It also performed "Semiconductor's Masterpiece," a work by composer-pianist Andreas Gundlach, which drew on the robot's ability to guide three sections of the orchestra separately through its separate arms, DW News said in a report. The last performance was of "Musica Celestis" by Aaron J Kernis for which the conductor and robot appeared side by side. Developed in collaboration with the Technical University of Dresden, the technology can execute complex musical pieces that human conductors would find impossible to perform. Also read: Robots set to clean international airport in Thiruvananthapuram in what could be a first for India Artistic director Markus Rindt trained the robot over two years, using the same techniques for teaching human conductors. The intention was not to replace human conductors but to explore new artistic possibilities Rindt said. (With inputs from agencies)

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