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Chances of Israel and Hamas reaching a phased hostage-ceasefire deal were "close to zero", a report&nbsp;in Times of Israel has claimed. There is "broad pessimism" among the Israeli negotiators regarding the deal, with the US also unlikely to present a new bridging proposal.&nbsp;

Citing Channel 12, the report claimed that the Israeli side was confident of striking a deal until recently before Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu put his foot down and firmly stated that he would not compromise on maintaining military control in the&nbsp;Philadelphi Corridor along the Gaza-Egypt border.&nbsp;

“It appears that the current proposal will not come to fruition at this time. There is no prospect of a phased deal," a source familiar with the negotiations was quoted as saying.&nbsp;

“The only way forward is to end the war.&nbsp;Keep acting to get the public behind bringing about an end to the war.”

An Axios report stated that US President Joe Biden wanted to present a new proposal but his aides said it would lead to nowhere until Netanyahu changes his policy.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-hamas-war-protests-in-israel-after-hostages-killing-755297" target="_blank">Watch |&nbsp;Israel-Hamas War: Protests in Israel after Hostages' Killing</a>

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<h2>What did Netanyahu say?&nbsp;</h2>

After six Israeli hostages were found dead in the Gaza tunnel, Netanyahu sought forgiveness from the families but made it clear he would not alter his position on the deal.

"The achievement of the war's objectives goes through the Philadelphi Corridor... Control of the Philadelphi axis guarantees that the hostages will not be smuggled out of Gaza," he said during a press conference.&nbsp;

The Israeli PM claims that leaving the Philadelphi Corridor would enable Hamas to spirit the hostages to Iran.&nbsp;

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<h2>Netanyahu wants a forever war: Lapid</h2>

After his defiant position,&nbsp;Israeli Opposition leader Yair Lapid claimed that Netanyahu wanted a "forever war" that kept him in power.&nbsp;

“What Netanyahu is saying, what his cabinet is telling us, is that we are in a new version of Lebanon. It took us 18 years to leave Lebanon [and] they are offering us the same thing: years of war, years of economic crisis, years of destruction and fear and violence. This is what the government is offering us. A war that will go on and on. A forever war that has and will never have an end date,” Lapid declared.

Lapid said the Netanyahu administration preferred war as they did not want to lose their power and that they did not know how to get the economy 'back on track'.&nbsp;

“We have big tasks ahead of us. Establish a regional coalition with the Saudis and the Americans against the Iranian threat. Get the economy back on track before it crashes. To rebuild the army in the face of the threats we face,” he added.

Prior to Lapid, State Comptroller and Ombudsman of Israel claimed that Netanyahu's office as well as military leaders were impeding&nbsp;inquiries into the terrorist attack by Hamas on October 7 last year.

(With inputs from agencies)

Chances of Israel and Hamas reaching a phased hostage-ceasefire deal were "close to zero", a report in Times of Israel has claimed. There is "broad pessimism" among the Israeli negotiators regarding the deal, with the US also unlikely to present a new bridging proposal.

Chances of Israel and Hamas reaching a phased hostage-ceasefire deal were "close to zero", a report in Times of Israel has claimed. There is "broad pessimism" among the Israeli negotiators regarding the deal, with the US also unlikely to present a new bridging proposal. Citing Channel 12, the report claimed that the Israeli side was confident of striking a deal until recently before Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu put his foot down and firmly stated that he would not compromise on maintaining military control in the Philadelphi Corridor along the Gaza-Egypt border. “It appears that the current proposal will not come to fruition at this time. There is no prospect of a phased deal," a source familiar with the negotiations was quoted as saying. “The only way forward is to end the war. Keep acting to get the public behind bringing about an end to the war.” An Axios report stated that US President Joe Biden wanted to present a new proposal but his aides said it would lead to nowhere until Netanyahu changes his policy. Watch | Israel-Hamas War: Protests in Israel after Hostages' Killing What did Netanyahu say? After six Israeli hostages were found dead in the Gaza tunnel, Netanyahu sought forgiveness from the families but made it clear he would not alter his position on the deal. "The achievement of the war's objectives goes through the Philadelphi Corridor... Control of the Philadelphi axis guarantees that the hostages will not be smuggled out of Gaza," he said during a press conference. The Israeli PM claims that leaving the Philadelphi Corridor would enable Hamas to spirit the hostages to Iran. Also read | Gaza war: Hamas urges US to 'exert real pressure' on Israel to reach truce deal Netanyahu wants a forever war: Lapid After his defiant position, Israeli Opposition leader Yair Lapid claimed that Netanyahu wanted a "forever war" that kept him in power. “What Netanyahu is saying, what his cabinet is telling us, is that we are in a new version of Lebanon. It took us 18 years to leave Lebanon [and] they are offering us the same thing: years of war, years of economic crisis, years of destruction and fear and violence. This is what the government is offering us. A war that will go on and on. A forever war that has and will never have an end date,” Lapid declared. Lapid said the Netanyahu administration preferred war as they did not want to lose their power and that they did not know how to get the economy 'back on track'. “We have big tasks ahead of us. Establish a regional coalition with the Saudis and the Americans against the Iranian threat. Get the economy back on track before it crashes. To rebuild the army in the face of the threats we face,” he added. Prior to Lapid, State Comptroller and Ombudsman of Israel claimed that Netanyahu's office as well as military leaders were impeding inquiries into the terrorist attack by Hamas on October 7 last year. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel-Hamas war: Chances of hostage-truce deal 'close to zero', US not to present bridging proposal - Report

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin sent greetings to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on the occasion of North Korea's founding anniversary, state media KCNA said on Monday.

"I am sure that the comprehensive strategic partnership between Russia and the DPRK will be strengthened in a planned way thanks to our joint efforts," Putin said, according to KCNA.

DPRK is short for the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, the North's official name.

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Xi called for deeper strategic communication and cooperation with North Korea in his message, KCNA said.

Last year, Kim marked the country's founding day on September 9 with a parade of paramilitary groups and diplomatic exchanges in which he vowed to deepen ties with China and Russia.

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&nbsp;audience.

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin sent greetings to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on the occasion of North Korea's founding anniversary, state media KCNA said on Monday.

Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin sent greetings to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on the occasion of North Korea's founding anniversary, state media KCNA said on Monday. "I am sure that the comprehensive strategic partnership between Russia and the DPRK will be strengthened in a planned way thanks to our joint efforts," Putin said, according to KCNA. DPRK is short for the Democratic People's Republic of Korea, the North's official name. Also read: Iran supplied missiles to Russia? After US, EU claims, Moscow issues statement Xi called for deeper strategic communication and cooperation with North Korea in his message, KCNA said. Last year, Kim marked the country's founding day on September 9 with a parade of paramilitary groups and diplomatic exchanges in which he vowed to deepen ties with China and Russia. 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.

Xi Jinping and Putin send messages to Kim Jong Un on North Korea's founding anniversary

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Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (Sep 9) during his first official visit to India, aimed at strengthening ties between the two nations. Sheikh Khaled arrived in New Delhi on Sunday at the invitation of PM Modi for a two-day visit.

The two leaders held discussions at Hyderabad House, where PM Modi personally welcomed the Crown Prince. This marks a significant moment for India, as it is the first time the country is formally interacting with the future generation of the UAE's leadership.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) shared images of PM Modi greeting Sheikh Khaled, describing him as a "close friend." MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal tweeted, "A warm welcome for a close friend. PM Narendra Modi received Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, at Hyderabad House."

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During his visit, Sheikh Khaled is also scheduled to meet President Droupadi Murmu and pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat. After his engagements in the capital, the Crown Prince is expected to travel to Mumbai to attend a business forum on Tuesday. This forum will include top business leaders from both nations.

The MEA said that India and the UAE share "historically close and friendly ties" which have strengthened in recent years through a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. This partnership covers various sectors such as politics, trade, investment, energy, technology, education, and culture.

Since PM Modi's landmark visit to the UAE in August 2015, the first by an Indian Prime Minister in 34 years, relations between the two countries have significantly deepened. The UAE is India's largest trading partner in the Arab world, while India is the UAE's second-largest trading partner. The bilateral trade between the two nations was approximately USD 85 billion in 2022–23, with projections suggesting it could reach USD 100 billion by the end of the decade.

(With inputs from agencies)

Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (Sep 9) during his first official visit to India, aimed at strengthening ties between the two nations.

Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (Sep 9) during his first official visit to India, aimed at strengthening ties between the two nations. Sheikh Khaled arrived in New Delhi on Sunday at the invitation of PM Modi for a two-day visit. The two leaders held discussions at Hyderabad House, where PM Modi personally welcomed the Crown Prince. This marks a significant moment for India, as it is the first time the country is formally interacting with the future generation of the UAE's leadership. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) shared images of PM Modi greeting Sheikh Khaled, describing him as a "close friend." MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal tweeted, "A warm welcome for a close friend. PM Narendra Modi received Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, at Hyderabad House." Also read: Iran supplied missiles to Russia? After US, EU claims, Moscow issues statement During his visit, Sheikh Khaled is also scheduled to meet President Droupadi Murmu and pay homage to Mahatma Gandhi at Rajghat. After his engagements in the capital, the Crown Prince is expected to travel to Mumbai to attend a business forum on Tuesday. This forum will include top business leaders from both nations. The MEA said that India and the UAE share "historically close and friendly ties" which have strengthened in recent years through a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. This partnership covers various sectors such as politics, trade, investment, energy, technology, education, and culture. Since PM Modi's landmark visit to the UAE in August 2015, the first by an Indian Prime Minister in 34 years, relations between the two countries have significantly deepened. The UAE is India's largest trading partner in the Arab world, while India is the UAE's second-largest trading partner. The bilateral trade between the two nations was approximately USD 85 billion in 2022–23, with projections suggesting it could reach USD 100 billion by the end of the decade. (With inputs from agencies)

Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi meets PM Modi to strengthen India-UAE ties during historic visit

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Russia-Ukraine War:&nbsp;Hours after the European Union claimed on Monday (Sep 9) that Iran had supplied Russia with ballistic missiles, citing intelligence reports from allies, the Kremlin has responded.&nbsp;

Moscow did not issue a denial when asked about the allegations and instead preferred to comment on the growing relationship with Tehran.&nbsp;

"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."

<h2>What did the EU say?&nbsp;</h2>

The European Union said it was considering fresh sanctions on Tehran if it was confirmed that Russia received the said weapons 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.&nbsp;

"We are looking further into it with our member states and if confirmed, this delivery would represent a substantive material escalation in Iran's support for Russia's illegal war of aggression against Ukraine."

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;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-transfers-ballistic-missiles-to-russia-amid-war-with-ukraine-756862">Watch |&nbsp;Iran transfers ballistic missiles to Russia amid war with Ukraine</a>

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<h2>USA's allegations&nbsp;</h2>

Prior to the EU, it was the US that claimed Iran had transferred the projectiles to President Vladimir Putin's military.&nbsp; &nbsp;

“Any transfer of Iranian ballistic missiles to Russia would represent a dramatic escalation in Iran’s support for Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine and lead to the killing of more Ukrainian civilians,” National Security Council spokesman Sean Savett said in a statement.

“This partnership threatens European security and illustrates how Iran’s destabilising influence reaches beyond the Middle East and around the world.”

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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 in building a drone-manufacturing factory.&nbsp;

China has so far refrained from providing Russians with weaponry but has increased sales of machine tools,&nbsp;microelectronics and technology that Moscow in turn is using to produce missiles, tanks, aircraft and other weaponry.

(With inputs from agencies)

Russia-Ukraine War: Hours after the European Union claimed on Monday (Sep 9) that Iran had supplied Russia with ballistic missiles, citing intelligence reports from allies, the Kremlin has responded.

Russia-Ukraine War: Hours after the European Union claimed on Monday (Sep 9) that Iran had supplied Russia with ballistic missiles, citing intelligence reports from allies, the Kremlin has responded. 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." What did the EU say? The European Union said it was considering fresh sanctions on Tehran if it was confirmed that Russia received the said weapons 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. "We are looking further into it with our member states and if confirmed, this delivery would represent a substantive material escalation in Iran's support for Russia's illegal war of aggression against Ukraine." 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. Watch | Iran transfers ballistic missiles to Russia amid war with Ukraine × USA's allegations Prior to the EU, it was the US that claimed Iran had transferred the projectiles to President Vladimir Putin's military. “Any transfer of Iranian ballistic missiles to Russia would represent a dramatic escalation in Iran’s support for Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine and lead to the killing of more Ukrainian civilians,” National Security Council spokesman Sean Savett said in a statement. “This partnership threatens European security and illustrates how Iran’s destabilising influence reaches beyond the Middle East and around the world.” Also read | After Putin, Italy’s Meloni says India can help resolve Russia-Ukraine 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 in building a drone-manufacturing factory. China has so far refrained from providing Russians with weaponry but has increased sales of machine tools, microelectronics and technology that Moscow in turn is using to produce missiles, tanks, aircraft and other weaponry. (With inputs from agencies)

Ukraine War: Iran supplied missiles to Russia? After US, EU allegations, Moscow issues statement

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In a rare statement, Melania Trump has criticised husband Donald Trump's political rival Joe Biden's administration over escalating living costs and what she describes as deliberate attempts to silence her husband.&nbsp;

The former first lady, who typically stays away from the press, has shared her concerns in a black-and-white video posted on social media on Sunday (Sep 8).&nbsp;

This followed a Thursday teaser for her upcoming memoir.

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In the video, Melania starts by saying,&nbsp;"The 2020 election results changed our lives forever. It impacted our quality of life, cost of food, gasoline, safety and even the geopolitical landscape."&nbsp;

She expressed deep concern over what she perceives as a nation more divided than ever and condemned the legal challenges her husband faces, labelling them an attack on free speech.

"It has become increasingly apparent that there are significant challenges to free speech as demonstrated by the efforts to silence my husband."

Watch video here:

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The video then cuts to an image of a blank white book titled simply "MELANIA."

At 54, Melania Trump remains a figure of intrigue. During her time in the White House, she focused primarily on raising her son, Barron, who is now studying at NYU’s Stern School of Business.

Despite Donald Trump's renewed campaign for the White House, Melania has kept a low profile. According to Daily Mail, she appeared at the Republican National Convention but did not address the audience and has yet to make an appearance at a campaign rally or debate.

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This upcoming memoir, her first, offers a rare glimpse into her life. It promises to explore her journey from a Slovenian childhood to the fashion capitals of Europe and New York, culminating in her marriage to Donald Trump. The book reportedly reveals behind-the-scenes stories from her White House years.

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In a recent interview with the publication, Donald Trump, while discussing Melania's role in his campaign, acknowledged her careful approach.&nbsp;

Trump noted that while she deeply cares about the country, the harsh political climate has made her cautious about stepping into the public eye. "She'll do whatever necessary. But my kids haven't been treated properly...She hasn't been treated properly," he said.

(With inputs from agencies)

In a rare statement, Melania Trump has criticised husband Donald Trump's political rival Joe Biden's administration over escalating living costs and what she describes as deliberate attempts to silence her husband.

In a rare statement, Melania Trump has criticised husband Donald Trump's political rival Joe Biden's administration over escalating living costs and what she describes as deliberate attempts to silence her husband. The former first lady, who typically stays away from the press, has shared her concerns in a black-and-white video posted on social media on Sunday (Sep 8). This followed a Thursday teaser for her upcoming memoir. Also read | US election forecast: Expert with near-perfect presidential election predictions claims 'Harris will win' What did Melania Trump say? In the video, Melania starts by saying, "The 2020 election results changed our lives forever. It impacted our quality of life, cost of food, gasoline, safety and even the geopolitical landscape." She expressed deep concern over what she perceives as a nation more divided than ever and condemned the legal challenges her husband faces, labelling them an attack on free speech. "It has become increasingly apparent that there are significant challenges to free speech as demonstrated by the efforts to silence my husband." Watch video here: My Story. My Perspective. The Truth. https://t.co/ZCTwZSqZND pic.twitter.com/HHGQaA6d5v — MELANIA TRUMP (@MELANIATRUMP) September 5, 2024 × The video then cuts to an image of a blank white book titled simply "MELANIA." At 54, Melania Trump remains a figure of intrigue. During her time in the White House, she focused primarily on raising her son, Barron, who is now studying at NYU’s Stern School of Business. Despite Donald Trump's renewed campaign for the White House, Melania has kept a low profile. According to Daily Mail, she appeared at the Republican National Convention but did not address the audience and has yet to make an appearance at a campaign rally or debate. Melania's memoir This upcoming memoir, her first, offers a rare glimpse into her life. It promises to explore her journey from a Slovenian childhood to the fashion capitals of Europe and New York, culminating in her marriage to Donald Trump. The book reportedly reveals behind-the-scenes stories from her White House years. Also read | Honeymoon period over for Harris? Trump leads among likely voters in fresh poll In a recent interview with the publication, Donald Trump, while discussing Melania's role in his campaign, acknowledged her careful approach. Trump noted that while she deeply cares about the country, the harsh political climate has made her cautious about stepping into the public eye. "She'll do whatever necessary. But my kids haven't been treated properly...She hasn't been treated properly," he said. (With inputs from agencies)

Melania Trump speaks out against Joe Biden, alleges 'efforts to silence' husband Donald Trump. Watch!

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South Korea convened an international two-day summit on Monday (Sep 9) seeking to establish a blueprint for the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the military. A report by the news agency Reuters said that more than 90 countries, including the United States (US) and China, sent their representatives to the Summit in Seoul. "Recently, in the Russia-Ukraine war, an AI-applied Ukrainian drone functioned as David's slingshot," South Korean Defence Minister Kim Yong-hyun said in the opening address. Defence Minister Kim was referring to Ukraine's efforts to gain a technological edge against Russia by rolling out AI-enabled drones. "As AI is applied to the military domain, the military's operational capabilities are dramatically improved. However, it is like a double-edged sword, as it can cause damage from abuse," he added. The expectations from the 2024 summit Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul said discussions would cover areas such as a legal review to ensure compliance with international law and mechanisms to prevent autonomous weapons from making life-and-death decisions without appropriate human oversight. Also read | More trouble for Telegram: Police in South Korea launch probe into whether app abets online sex crimes A senior South Korean official told Reuters that the summit hoped to agree to a blueprint for action, establishing a minimum level of guardrails for AI in the military, and suggesting principles on responsible use by reflecting principles laid out by NATO, the US or many other countries. It was unclear how many nations attending the summit would endorse the document on Tuesday, which is aiming to be a more detailed attempt to set boundaries on AI use in the military, but still likely lack legal commitments. What happened during last year's summit At the first such summit held in Amsterdam last year, the US, China, and other countries endorsed a modest "call to action" without legal commitment. However, the summit is not the only international set of discussions on AI use in the military. UN countries that belong to the 1983 Convention on Certain Conventional Weapons (CCW) have been discussing potential restrictions on lethal autonomous weapons systems for compliance with international humanitarian law. In 2023, the Joe Biden-led US administration launched a declaration on the responsible use of AI in the military, which covers broader military application of AI, beyond weapons. As of last month, 55 countries endorsed the declaration. (With inputs from agencies)

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As the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches, Kamala Harris'&nbsp;campaign is making a notable effort to reach out to Indian-American voters. Ajay Bhutoria, a prominent South Asian community leader and National Finance Committee member for Harris'&nbsp;campaign, has released a new Hindi campaign song titled "Nacho Nacho" to encourage South Asians to vote for her.

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Sharing the video on social media platform X, Bhutoria wrote, “Excited to share the release of our new music video, ‘Nacho Nacho,’ supporting Vice President Kamala Harris for President! Let’s mobilise and turn out the South Asian vote in key battleground states.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

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The 1.5-minute video features scenes from Kamala Harris'&nbsp;campaign and begins with the Hindi lyrics, "Hamari Ye Kamala Harris." The campaign’s new song, “Nacho Nacho,” is based on the Hindi version of the Oscar-winning track &nbsp;from the Bollywood film RRR. This catchy tune is meant to energise Indian-American voters and show support for Harris.

<h2>Connecting across cultures</h2>

“With over 4.4 million Indian-Americans and 6 million South Asians eligible to vote, our goal is to help propel Vice President Kamala Harris to victory in 2024. The video transcends language and cultural barriers, resonating with voters in Hindi, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Gujarati, Bengali and more,” Bhutoria told PTI.

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“Bollywood has always been about breaking barriers and telling stories that unite us. Kamala Harris embodies that same vision—bringing people together and championing a future where diversity is our greatest strength. Her journey is a story we all believe in,” he added.

<h2>Campaign gears up for election showdown</h2>

Kamala Harris became the Democratic nominee after President Joe Biden stepped down due to health issues. Her campaign has brought new energy as she prepares to face Donald Trump in the upcoming election. If elected, Kamala Harris would make history as the first female President of the United States, marking a significant milestone in American history.

(With inputs from agencies)

As the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches, Kamala Harris' campaign is making a notable effort to reach out to Indian-American voters. Ajay Bhutoria, a prominent South Asian community leader and National Finance Committee member for Harris' campaign, has released a new Hindi campaign song titled "Nacho Nacho" to encourage South Asians to vote for her.

As the 2024 U.S. presidential election approaches, Kamala Harris' campaign is making a notable effort to reach out to Indian-American voters. Ajay Bhutoria, a prominent South Asian community leader and National Finance Committee member for Harris' campaign, has released a new Hindi campaign song titled "Nacho Nacho" to encourage South Asians to vote for her. Excited to share the release of our new music video, 'Nacho Nacho,' supporting @VP Kamala Harris for President! Let’s mobilize and turn out the South Asian vote in key battleground states @DNC @CNN @ABC @maddow @aajtak @ndtvindia @IndiaToday @republic pic.twitter.com/x92vns4gH8 — Ajay Jain Bhutoria (@ajainb) September 8, 2024 × Sharing the video on social media platform X, Bhutoria wrote, “Excited to share the release of our new music video, ‘Nacho Nacho,’ supporting Vice President Kamala Harris for President! Let’s mobilise and turn out the South Asian vote in key battleground states.” Also read | Melania Trump speaks out against Joe Biden, alleges 'efforts to silence' husband Donald Trump. Watch! The 1.5-minute video features scenes from Kamala Harris' campaign and begins with the Hindi lyrics, "Hamari Ye Kamala Harris." The campaign’s new song, “Nacho Nacho,” is based on the Hindi version of the Oscar-winning track from the Bollywood film RRR. This catchy tune is meant to energise Indian-American voters and show support for Harris. Connecting across cultures “With over 4.4 million Indian-Americans and 6 million South Asians eligible to vote, our goal is to help propel Vice President Kamala Harris to victory in 2024. The video transcends language and cultural barriers, resonating with voters in Hindi, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, Gujarati, Bengali and more,” Bhutoria told PTI. Also Read | Bernie Sanders calls for capital gains tax reform to address wealth disparity “Bollywood has always been about breaking barriers and telling stories that unite us. Kamala Harris embodies that same vision—bringing people together and championing a future where diversity is our greatest strength. Her journey is a story we all believe in,” he added. Campaign gears up for election showdown Kamala Harris became the Democratic nominee after President Joe Biden stepped down due to health issues. Her campaign has brought new energy as she prepares to face Donald Trump in the upcoming election. If elected, Kamala Harris would make history as the first female President of the United States, marking a significant milestone in American history. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: Kamala Harris’ election campaign adds Bollywood touch with ‘Nacho Nacho’ song

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Amid the endless polls and media speculation, a historian with an almost impeccable track record predicting US election results, has predicted that the Democrat candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris, will win the November elections.

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Allan Lichtman, an American historian, has an almost perfect record predicting once-every-four year's election wins in the country, and this time he says,&nbsp;"Harris will win."

Lichtman, as per AFP, has been predicting since 1984 and of nine elections, his prediction has been wrong only once.&nbsp;

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His only miss was in 2000, when George W. Bush won despite losing the popular vote, due to a controversial Supreme Court decision.

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To predict which candidate will grace the White House, Allan Lichtman does not depend on the opinion polls, and instead uses the "13 keys" method.

He relies on 13 true-or-false statements about the current administration.

For instance, one key considers whether the incumbent party has gained or lost seats in recent midterms. Since the Democrats lost the House in 2022, this key is false, giving a slight edge to Republican challenger Donald Trump.

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Lichtman's analysis is anything but straightforward. Some factors, such as Biden stepping down, might benefit Trump, but others favour Harris. For example, major policy achievements like the Biden administration's infrastructure and climate legislation count as positives. The departure of independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the lack of major scandals also work in Harris's favour.

He also acknowledged that significant foreign policy developments, like a major peace deal or hostage release in Gaza, could shift the balance in Harris's favour.

"I don't like to speculate, because the devil is in the details, but that could be seen as a big success," he said.

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Critics argue that some of Lichtman's criteria, such as defining a "charismatic" leader, are too subjective.

Lichtman, however, says, "We're dealing with human beings. Historians make judgments all the time, and the judgments are very tightly constrained."

(With inputs from agencies)

Amid the endless polls and media speculation, a historian with an almost impeccable track record predicting US election results, has predicted that the Democrat candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris, will win the November elections.

Amid the endless polls and media speculation, a historian with an almost impeccable track record predicting US election results, has predicted that the Democrat candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris, will win the November elections. The US election 'expert' Allan Lichtman, an American historian, has an almost perfect record predicting once-every-four year's election wins in the country, and this time he says, "Harris will win." Lichtman, as per AFP, has been predicting since 1984 and of nine elections, his prediction has been wrong only once. Also read | Honeymoon period over for Harris? Trump leads among likely voters in fresh poll His only miss was in 2000, when George W. Bush won despite losing the popular vote, due to a controversial Supreme Court decision. How does he predict so accurately? To predict which candidate will grace the White House, Allan Lichtman does not depend on the opinion polls, and instead uses the "13 keys" method. He relies on 13 true-or-false statements about the current administration. For instance, one key considers whether the incumbent party has gained or lost seats in recent midterms. Since the Democrats lost the House in 2022, this key is false, giving a slight edge to Republican challenger Donald Trump. Also read | Trump targets Kamala Harris’ height in bizarre post ahead of debate Lichtman's analysis is anything but straightforward. Some factors, such as Biden stepping down, might benefit Trump, but others favour Harris. For example, major policy achievements like the Biden administration's infrastructure and climate legislation count as positives. The departure of independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and the lack of major scandals also work in Harris's favour. He also acknowledged that significant foreign policy developments, like a major peace deal or hostage release in Gaza, could shift the balance in Harris's favour. "I don't like to speculate, because the devil is in the details, but that could be seen as a big success," he said. Critics don't agree with Lichtman's analysis Critics argue that some of Lichtman's criteria, such as defining a "charismatic" leader, are too subjective. Lichtman, however, says, "We're dealing with human beings. Historians make judgments all the time, and the judgments are very tightly constrained." (With inputs from agencies)

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