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The chiefs&nbsp;of the United States'&nbsp;Central Intelligence Agency&nbsp;(CIA) and United Kingdom's&nbsp;intelligence agency MI6 jointly called for a ceasefire in Gaza in a rare joint public statement to the press, on Saturday (Sep 7) stressing the need for de-escalation in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.&nbsp;

CIA Director William Burns and MI6 Chief Richard Moore said that their agencies have "exploited our intelligence channels to push hard for restraint and de-escalation," highlighting their behind-the-scenes efforts to broker peace.&nbsp;

The two intelligence chiefs, in an opinion piece&nbsp;for the Financial Times, said a ceasefire amid&nbsp;the ongoing Israel-Hamas war “could end the suffering and appalling loss of life of Palestinian civilians and bring home the hostages after 11 months of hellish confinement.”

Burns has been actively involved in these efforts and has travelled to Egypt in August for high-level negotiations, aimed at a ceasefire and a potential hostage deal. However, no agreement has been reached so far.&nbsp;

The intelligence chiefs also highlighted the ongoing global threats posed by Russia, China, and international terrorism.

Furthermore, they pointed to Russia's "reckless campaign of sabotage" and the use of disinformation to undermine Western unity, as well as intelligence's key role in anticipating global threats, including Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

<h2>US President Biden hints 'resolution is close'</h2>

US President Joe Biden has pointed out that a resolution amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war&nbsp;is close, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed reports of significant progress in the negotiations.&nbsp;

The US and UK have expressed&nbsp;strong support for Israel in its war against&nbsp;Hamas. However, London recently&nbsp;suspended&nbsp;certain arms exports to Israel due to concerns over international law violations. The move comes after the Labour Party's landslide victory in the recent general&nbsp;elections in the UK.&nbsp;

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<h2>Israeli strike kills 61 people</h2>

The Israeli military strikes have killed at least 61 people in 24 hours across the Gaza Strip, according to media reports citing&nbsp;local medics on Saturday.&nbsp;

An Israeli air strike on the Halima al-Sa'diyya school compound, which was being used as a shelter for displaced people in the Jabalia urban refugee camp, killed at least eight people, injuring 15 others.&nbsp;

Moreover, five more people were killed in a strike on a house in Gaza City.

The head of the CIA William Burns, who is also the chief US negotiator for an end to the Gaza war and release of hostages held by Hamas, has stressed that a more detailed ceasefire proposal would be made in the next few days.&nbsp;

Burns said he was working hard on "texts and creative formulas" with mediators in Qatar and Egypt to secure a ceasefire.&nbsp;

As the war continued, a Turkish-American woman was reportedly&nbsp;shot dead by the Israeli forces during a weekly protest against Jewish settlement expansion in the West Bank.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-military-says-its-looking-into-reports-of-turkish-american-woman-killed-at-west-bank-protest-756584">Also read:&nbsp;UN calls for full probe into killing of Turkish-American woman at West Bank protest</a>

The United Nations has since called for a "full investigation" into the killing of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi.&nbsp;

Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

(With inputs from agencies)

The chiefs of the United States' Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and United Kingdom's intelligence agency MI6 jointly called for a ceasefire in Gaza in a rare joint public statement to the press, on Saturday (Sep 7) stressing the need for de-escalation in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.

The chiefs of the United States' Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) and United Kingdom's intelligence agency MI6 jointly called for a ceasefire in Gaza in a rare joint public statement to the press, on Saturday (Sep 7) stressing the need for de-escalation in the ongoing Israel-Hamas war. CIA Director William Burns and MI6 Chief Richard Moore said that their agencies have "exploited our intelligence channels to push hard for restraint and de-escalation," highlighting their behind-the-scenes efforts to broker peace. The two intelligence chiefs, in an opinion piece for the Financial Times, said a ceasefire amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war “could end the suffering and appalling loss of life of Palestinian civilians and bring home the hostages after 11 months of hellish confinement.” Burns has been actively involved in these efforts and has travelled to Egypt in August for high-level negotiations, aimed at a ceasefire and a potential hostage deal. However, no agreement has been reached so far. The intelligence chiefs also highlighted the ongoing global threats posed by Russia, China, and international terrorism. Furthermore, they pointed to Russia's "reckless campaign of sabotage" and the use of disinformation to undermine Western unity, as well as intelligence's key role in anticipating global threats, including Russia's invasion of Ukraine. US President Biden hints 'resolution is close' US President Joe Biden has pointed out that a resolution amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas war is close, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed reports of significant progress in the negotiations. The US and UK have expressed strong support for Israel in its war against Hamas. However, London recently suspended certain arms exports to Israel due to concerns over international law violations. The move comes after the Labour Party's landslide victory in the recent general elections in the UK. Watch | Israel-Lebanon conflict: Israel takes aim at Hamas militants in Lebanon × Israeli strike kills 61 people The Israeli military strikes have killed at least 61 people in 24 hours across the Gaza Strip, according to media reports citing local medics on Saturday. An Israeli air strike on the Halima al-Sa'diyya school compound, which was being used as a shelter for displaced people in the Jabalia urban refugee camp, killed at least eight people, injuring 15 others. Moreover, five more people were killed in a strike on a house in Gaza City. The head of the CIA William Burns, who is also the chief US negotiator for an end to the Gaza war and release of hostages held by Hamas, has stressed that a more detailed ceasefire proposal would be made in the next few days. Burns said he was working hard on "texts and creative formulas" with mediators in Qatar and Egypt to secure a ceasefire. As the war continued, a Turkish-American woman was reportedly shot dead by the Israeli forces during a weekly protest against Jewish settlement expansion in the West Bank. Also read: UN calls for full probe into killing of Turkish-American woman at West Bank protest The United Nations has since called for a "full investigation" into the killing of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Heads of US, UK intelligence agencies call for ceasefire in Gaza

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Hundreds of protests broke out across&nbsp;France after French President Emmanuel Macron named Michel Barnier, a conservative leader, as the country’s new prime minister. Left parties have termed the move an attempt to grab power and disrespect the people’s will.

France witnessed snap legislative elections in July that produced a hung parliament, leaving Macron without a legislative majority and plunging his administration into turmoil. Following the polls, former PM Gabriel Attal was forced to tender his resignation.

Thousands of protestors gathered in Paris on Saturday (Sep 7) to oppose the appointment, with tensions running high in the air at Place de la Bastille. Protests were also seen in the southwestern cities of Montauban and Auch. A demonstrator was heard saying, “The people have been ignored”, in the crowd.

The 73-year-old prime minister is the oldest France has ever seen of its previous 26 PMs.

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In his first interview after assuming charge, Barnier expressed his will to include conservatives, members of Macron’s camp as well as some from the left. But that failed to address concerns of the far-left France Unbowed (LFI) party. Meanwhile, LFI accused Macron of a denial of democracy and stealing the election as the PM was not chosen from the New Popular Front (NFP) alliance. The NFP came on top in the July elections.

On the other hand, Barnier’s Les Républicains party is only the fourth largest bloc in parliament, with fewer than 50 lawmakers.

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The LFI said it was planning more than 130 protests across the country, along with possible strikes on October 1.

Even the right-wing parties have also questioned Macron’s decision.

Jordan Bardella, leader of the far-right National Rally (RN), warned that the new PM was under “surveillance” of his party. The RN leader also called on Barnier to include his party’s agenda in his policies.

Barnier is an experienced politician, whose appointment is seen as an attempt to bring much-needed political stability to the European Union’s second-largest economy.

(With inputs from agencies)

Hundreds of protests broke out across France after French President Emmanuel Macron named Michel Barnier, a conservative leader, as the country’s new prime minister.

Hundreds of protests broke out across France after French President Emmanuel Macron named Michel Barnier, a conservative leader, as the country’s new prime minister. Left parties have termed the move an attempt to grab power and disrespect the people’s will. France witnessed snap legislative elections in July that produced a hung parliament, leaving Macron without a legislative majority and plunging his administration into turmoil. Following the polls, former PM Gabriel Attal was forced to tender his resignation. Thousands of protestors gathered in Paris on Saturday (Sep 7) to oppose the appointment, with tensions running high in the air at Place de la Bastille. Protests were also seen in the southwestern cities of Montauban and Auch. A demonstrator was heard saying, “The people have been ignored”, in the crowd. The 73-year-old prime minister is the oldest France has ever seen of its previous 26 PMs. Also read: France rape case: Accused asked granddaughters to pose naked, says daughter-in-law In his first interview after assuming charge, Barnier expressed his will to include conservatives, members of Macron’s camp as well as some from the left. But that failed to address concerns of the far-left France Unbowed (LFI) party. Meanwhile, LFI accused Macron of a denial of democracy and stealing the election as the PM was not chosen from the New Popular Front (NFP) alliance. The NFP came on top in the July elections. On the other hand, Barnier’s Les Républicains party is only the fourth largest bloc in parliament, with fewer than 50 lawmakers. Also read: French man stabs his partner, two children; arrested The LFI said it was planning more than 130 protests across the country, along with possible strikes on October 1. Even the right-wing parties have also questioned Macron’s decision. Jordan Bardella, leader of the far-right National Rally (RN), warned that the new PM was under “surveillance” of his party. The RN leader also called on Barnier to include his party’s agenda in his policies. Barnier is an experienced politician, whose appointment is seen as an attempt to bring much-needed political stability to the European Union’s second-largest economy. (With inputs from agencies)

France witnesses massive protests after Macron appoints conservative Barnier as PM

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A Taiwanese court has sentenced three former officials from the Military Intelligence Bureau to at least 10 months in prison, on Friday (Sep 6)&nbsp;after they were found guilty of creating a spy ring and passing secret intelligence to China following&nbsp;their retirement.&nbsp;

The suspect Chang Chao-jan has been sentenced to 18 months in prison, while former Major General Yueh Chih-chung and retired colonel Chou Tien-tzu were sentenced to 10 months and 14 months respectively.&nbsp;

However, their cases can still be appealed.&nbsp;

The other retired colonel implicated in the spy case, Wang Ta-wang was found not guilty and acquitted due to a lack of evidence, the Taipei Court stated.&nbsp;

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The four former military officers were indicted by the Taipei District Prosecutors Office for alleged violations of the National Intelligence Service Law and the National Security Act.&nbsp;

The former&nbsp;officers were charged with leaking information about Taiwan's intelligence sources, organisations, and personnel, and developing a spy ring on behalf of China.&nbsp;

<h2>Officers lured into spying, offering cash rewards and free trips</h2>

According to the prosecutors, Chang, Yueh, and Chou were recruited by Chinese intelligence, offering business incentives, cash rewards, and free trips, after their retirement.&nbsp;

The indictment stated that Chang was recruited when he travelled to China to help a former colleague arrested by the Chinese authorities in 1999. Later, he instructed the arrangement of trips for other retired military intelligence officers to visit China. These people would be either asked or "forced" to provide sensitive information.&nbsp;

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Yueh was recruited by Chang in 2012 when he wanted to visit relatives in China but was worried about being arrested by the Chinese authorities because of his former work, the prosecutor said.&nbsp;

Chang assured Yueh that he could return to Taiwan safely if he gave intelligence information to a Chinese intelligence officer, which he agreed to do.&nbsp;

However, Chou began working for the Chinese authorities after becoming involved in a real estate dispute in China's Hainan Province that year.&nbsp;

Moreover, Wang was also suspected of having been recruited through Chang, and shared information about his colleagues during a trip to China, according to prosecutors.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

A Taiwanese court has sentenced three former officials from the Military Intelligence Bureau to at least 10 months in prison, on Friday (Sep 6) after they were found guilty of creating a spy ring and passing secret intelligence to China following their retirement.

A Taiwanese court has sentenced three former officials from the Military Intelligence Bureau to at least 10 months in prison, on Friday (Sep 6) after they were found guilty of creating a spy ring and passing secret intelligence to China following their retirement. The suspect Chang Chao-jan has been sentenced to 18 months in prison, while former Major General Yueh Chih-chung and retired colonel Chou Tien-tzu were sentenced to 10 months and 14 months respectively. However, their cases can still be appealed. The other retired colonel implicated in the spy case, Wang Ta-wang was found not guilty and acquitted due to a lack of evidence, the Taipei Court stated. Also read: China pays Taiwan influencers to shoot videos in Xinjiang, help refute negative narratives The four former military officers were indicted by the Taipei District Prosecutors Office for alleged violations of the National Intelligence Service Law and the National Security Act. The former officers were charged with leaking information about Taiwan's intelligence sources, organisations, and personnel, and developing a spy ring on behalf of China. Officers lured into spying, offering cash rewards and free trips According to the prosecutors, Chang, Yueh, and Chou were recruited by Chinese intelligence, offering business incentives, cash rewards, and free trips, after their retirement. The indictment stated that Chang was recruited when he travelled to China to help a former colleague arrested by the Chinese authorities in 1999. Later, he instructed the arrangement of trips for other retired military intelligence officers to visit China. These people would be either asked or "forced" to provide sensitive information. Watch | Gravitas: China prepares for military solution to Taiwan in 2027 × Yueh was recruited by Chang in 2012 when he wanted to visit relatives in China but was worried about being arrested by the Chinese authorities because of his former work, the prosecutor said. Chang assured Yueh that he could return to Taiwan safely if he gave intelligence information to a Chinese intelligence officer, which he agreed to do. However, Chou began working for the Chinese authorities after becoming involved in a real estate dispute in China's Hainan Province that year. Moreover, Wang was also suspected of having been recruited through Chang, and shared information about his colleagues during a trip to China, according to prosecutors. (With inputs from agencies)

Taiwan: Former military officers sentenced to prison over spying for China

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In&nbsp;an inclusive society which includes dating apps and various social media platforms, it’s still hard to find someone to love. TikTok has brought a new trend connecting singles through a pineapple. The ‘upside-down pineapple’ trick has become viral in Spain.

Spanish youngsters have been going to supermarkets with curiosity to meet someone by placing a pineapple upside down in their shopping cart, subtly signalling that they are open for a love interest.

If you see an upside-down pineapple, it shows that the person is available and interested in being approached. If someone wants to approach a person, they will have to bump that person with a cart. If the other person feels the same, they will bump back, and they go to the wine aisle for a chit-chat.

Television star and humorist Vivy Lin played a significant role in making this a viral trend. She posted a video on TikTok where she was following the trend, pushing the shopping cart towards the wine section at a Mercadona store. “The time to hook up in Mercadona is 7 pm to 8 pm,” Lin said, as reported by BBC.

This sign gives a clear indication for potential suitors to engage in interesting conversation. It helps to avoid the usual awkwardness about approaching someone for the first time, which is almost a part of traditional dating culture.

This trend stands for breaking the traditional societal norms for indicating that you are open to being approached by a potential mate.

Aashmeen Munjaal, ontologist and mental health and relationship expert, said, “The digital mindset of expressing interest through subtle signs like likes, follows, etc., transfers into real-world scenarios, making indirect signals, like the upside-down pineapple, appealing for those hesitant about face-to-face approaches.”

According to Munjaal, the fear of being rejected plays an integral role in this trend’s popularity. “Indirect methods offer a buffer against the vulnerability of confrontation, allowing individuals to test the waters without risking personal embarrassment,” Munjaal said.

This method also provides an easier way to portray that you are interested, especially for those for whom communication is a difficult part. It’s a soft and subtle way to form a connection.

In an inclusive society which includes dating apps and various social media platforms, it’s still hard to find someone to love. TikTok has brought a new trend connecting singles through a pineapple.

In an inclusive society which includes dating apps and various social media platforms, it’s still hard to find someone to love. TikTok has brought a new trend connecting singles through a pineapple. The ‘upside-down pineapple’ trick has become viral in Spain. Spanish youngsters have been going to supermarkets with curiosity to meet someone by placing a pineapple upside down in their shopping cart, subtly signalling that they are open for a love interest. If you see an upside-down pineapple, it shows that the person is available and interested in being approached. If someone wants to approach a person, they will have to bump that person with a cart. If the other person feels the same, they will bump back, and they go to the wine aisle for a chit-chat. Television star and humorist Vivy Lin played a significant role in making this a viral trend. She posted a video on TikTok where she was following the trend, pushing the shopping cart towards the wine section at a Mercadona store. “The time to hook up in Mercadona is 7 pm to 8 pm,” Lin said, as reported by BBC. This sign gives a clear indication for potential suitors to engage in interesting conversation. It helps to avoid the usual awkwardness about approaching someone for the first time, which is almost a part of traditional dating culture. This trend stands for breaking the traditional societal norms for indicating that you are open to being approached by a potential mate. Aashmeen Munjaal, ontologist and mental health and relationship expert, said, “The digital mindset of expressing interest through subtle signs like likes, follows, etc., transfers into real-world scenarios, making indirect signals, like the upside-down pineapple, appealing for those hesitant about face-to-face approaches.” According to Munjaal, the fear of being rejected plays an integral role in this trend’s popularity. “Indirect methods offer a buffer against the vulnerability of confrontation, allowing individuals to test the waters without risking personal embarrassment,” Munjaal said. This method also provides an easier way to portray that you are interested, especially for those for whom communication is a difficult part. It’s a soft and subtle way to form a connection.

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A French man with a history of mental illness on Saturday fatally stabbed his partner and their two children and injured two pedestrians in a small town outside Paris, officials said.

The man was arrested at around 6:30 am by a police officer as he was attacking passers-by with a knife in Mormant, a small town located 60 kilometres southeast of Paris, said the local public prosecutor.

One pedestrian was wounded in the arm and another in the neck, but their injuries were not life-threatening, public prosecutor Jean-Michel Bourles told AFP.

After the attacker was apprehended he said he had killed his wife and their two children, according to the public prosecutor and sources close to the case.

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At the man's home, the police found the bodies of his partner and their two children, aged five and 22 months.

Bourles said that the man had no criminal record, but had a history of mental illness. The attacker was taken to hospital to assess his condition.

On average, a woman is killed every three days in France.

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According to the justice ministry, 94 women were killed by their partner or ex-partner in France in 2023, compared with 118 in 2022.

In 2023, more than 60 children were killed by their parents, according to the La Voix de l'Enfant (Voice of the Child) association.

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A French man with a history of mental illness on Saturday fatally stabbed his partner and their two children and injured two pedestrians in a small town outside Paris, officials said.

A French man with a history of mental illness on Saturday fatally stabbed his partner and their two children and injured two pedestrians in a small town outside Paris, officials said. The man was arrested at around 6:30 am by a police officer as he was attacking passers-by with a knife in Mormant, a small town located 60 kilometres southeast of Paris, said the local public prosecutor. One pedestrian was wounded in the arm and another in the neck, but their injuries were not life-threatening, public prosecutor Jean-Michel Bourles told AFP. After the attacker was apprehended he said he had killed his wife and their two children, according to the public prosecutor and sources close to the case. Also read: Telegram to start moderating private chats, remove features used by abusers At the man's home, the police found the bodies of his partner and their two children, aged five and 22 months. Bourles said that the man had no criminal record, but had a history of mental illness. The attacker was taken to hospital to assess his condition. On average, a woman is killed every three days in France. Watch | Georgia High School Shooting: Charges against father of shooting suspect × According to the justice ministry, 94 women were killed by their partner or ex-partner in France in 2023, compared with 118 in 2022. In 2023, more than 60 children were killed by their parents, according to the La Voix de l'Enfant (Voice of the Child) association. 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.

French man stabs his partner, two children; arrested

In a concerning development igniting concerns about potential human-to-human transmission of the bird flu virus, a United States resident recently tested positive without ever coming into contact with an animal. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)&nbsp;said Friday (Sep 6) that the person from the US state of&nbsp;Missouri has completely recovered and discharged from the hospital. Despite recent concerns, the CDC is still treating the risk as “low” at the moment.

The Missouri resident is the 14th person to be infected with the virus in the US this year. The first 13 patients were reportedly employed on farms having infected cattle or poultry.

The man was hospitalised on August 22 and was treated with an antiviral medication after a flu test turned positive. Further tests confirmed that the man was infected with H5N1, said the CDC. It was still not clear how the patient got infected and how severe the case was.

Notably, the virus has a high mortality rate of about 50 per cent worldwide, even though some cases with mild symptoms may go unnoticed.

The CDC is now analysing whether the Missouri resident has been infected with the same strain that infected patients on the farms. If the strain is found to be the same, it would mean that there has to be a chain of transmission, either through animals or humans.

Meanwhile, the persons who came into contact with the Missouri patient remained asymptomatic and didn’t transfer the virus to anybody.

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Michael Osterholm, director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota, was quoted as saying by USA Today that “the Missouri patient most likely caught a different strain of the virus after coming into close contact with an infected migratory bird.”

Late summer is when many birds are migrating, he said, so "this is the season we're going to see that virus moving."

US health officials are concerned because there is no immunity among the people to H5 flu viruses despite catching the seasonal flu earlier or getting vaccinated.

(With inputs from agencies)

In a concerning development igniting concerns about potential human-to-human transmission of the bird flu virus, a United States resident recently tested positive without ever coming into contact with an animal.

In a concerning development igniting concerns about potential human-to-human transmission of the bird flu virus, a United States resident recently tested positive without ever coming into contact with an animal. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said Friday (Sep 6) that the person from the US state of Missouri has completely recovered and discharged from the hospital. Despite recent concerns, the CDC is still treating the risk as “low” at the moment. The Missouri resident is the 14th person to be infected with the virus in the US this year. The first 13 patients were reportedly employed on farms having infected cattle or poultry. The man was hospitalised on August 22 and was treated with an antiviral medication after a flu test turned positive. Further tests confirmed that the man was infected with H5N1, said the CDC. It was still not clear how the patient got infected and how severe the case was. Notably, the virus has a high mortality rate of about 50 per cent worldwide, even though some cases with mild symptoms may go unnoticed. The CDC is now analysing whether the Missouri resident has been infected with the same strain that infected patients on the farms. If the strain is found to be the same, it would mean that there has to be a chain of transmission, either through animals or humans. Meanwhile, the persons who came into contact with the Missouri patient remained asymptomatic and didn’t transfer the virus to anybody. Also read: Bird flu crisis escalates: Virus spreads to pets and wildlife in 31 US states Michael Osterholm, director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota, was quoted as saying by USA Today that “the Missouri patient most likely caught a different strain of the virus after coming into close contact with an infected migratory bird.” Late summer is when many birds are migrating, he said, so "this is the season we're going to see that virus moving." US health officials are concerned because there is no immunity among the people to H5 flu viruses despite catching the seasonal flu earlier or getting vaccinated. (With inputs from agencies)

US officials alarmed as man catches bird flu virus without animal contact

Israeli troops shot and killed a Turkish-American woman who had been taking part in a protest against settlement expansion in the Israeli-occupied West Bank on Friday, Palestinian and Turkish officials said.

Israel-Hamas war: Turkish-US citizen killed in occupied West Bank

Russia-Ukraine war: Russian troops take Kalynove in Ukraine Donetsk region

Ahead of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s visit to India, Berlin is keen to further boost green energy ties with New Delhi. Germany has offered to share its expertise with India in the renewable energy domain.

Ahead of German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s visit to India, Berlin is keen to further boost green energy ties with New Delhi. Germany has offered to share its expertise with India in the renewable energy domain. Uwe Gehlen, head of development cooperation at the German Embassy in New Delhi, said "I can say for sure that we are just a call away! Our partnership with India is not just about technology transfer; it is about supporting India's leadership, along with other countries, in this global energy transition.” Speaking at the Indo-German Partnership for Green and Sustainable Development (GSDP) conversation series, the diplomat pointed out, “By sharing our expertise, fostering regulatory frameworks, and building local capacities, we aim to catalyze a rapid shift towards sustainable energy, leveraging our combined strengths for a cleaner, more resilient future." Also read: Volkswagen announces potential plant closures in Germany amid cost-cutting drive India, which is the world's most populous country, is pursuing an ambitious target of 500 GW of renewable energy capacity for electricity generation, along with 125 GW for green hydrogen production by 2030. In New Delhi's growing green energy ambition, Berlin is keen to be an important and helpful partner. Dr Ajay Mathur, director general of the International Solar Alliance (ISA), who was present at the occasion said, “the partnership between India and Germany is a powerful example of how global cooperation can drive the clean energy agenda forward. India’s leadership, in collaboration with Germany, can significantly accelerate the deployment of renewable technologies like solar”. Meanwhile, Dinesh Dayanand Jagdale from India's Ministry of New and Renewable Energy spoke about the country's journey in this segment and the future course of action. "We are at 205 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity, and our aim is to more than double this by 2030," he said. Also read: War imminent? Germany activates air-defence system owing to Russian threat The Green and Sustainable Development Partnership (GSDP) between India and Germany was initiated in 2022 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. It provides a framework for cooperation between the two countries in alignment with the 2030 Agenda, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and the goals of the Paris Agreement. As part of this is the GSDP Conversation Series which aims at the development of this partnership through regular networking and idea sharing. It was signed on the occasion of the 6th Indo-German Cabinet Consultations held in Berlin in May 2022. In October 2024, the 7th Indo-German Cabinet Consultations will be held in New Delhi. Interestingly, Germany will be participating in RE-INVEST 2024 as a partner country. RE-INVEST is India’s premier platform for showcasing its renewable energy potential to the world.

Germany boosts green energy ties with India ahead of Chancellor Scholz's visit

First lady Dr. Jill Biden is Vogue’s August cover star just as election season is kicking off in earnest in the United States and only days after President Joe Biden’s shaky first debate performance. Watch in for more details!

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The father of a 14-year-old boy accused of killing four people at his high school in the US state of Georgia has been arrested. Watch to know more.

Georgia High School Shooting: Charges against father of shooting suspect

Prince Hisahito, the son of Crown Prince Akishino, turned 18 on Friday and joined the Imperial family as an adult. With this, Hisahito became the first male member of the family to reach adulthood in 39 years, reported Japan Times. It is a major milestone for the family that has governed the country for over a millennium but faces the same issues as the rest of the country: a rapidly ageing and declining population.

Prince Hisahito becomes Japan's first Royal Male to turn 18

A woman searching for the grave of her twin brothers who died in 1962 shortly after being born made a horrifying discovery in a cemetery in the British town of Oldham. She came across a mass grave containing more than 300 bodies, mostly of babies and children.&nbsp;

She came across the unmarked 12x12ft grave at the Royton Cemetery which contains the remains of 145 stillborn infants, 128 babies and young children and 29 adults.&nbsp;

The woman who has not been named, says her parents never got to say goodbye to the twins who were taken away soon after they died. While one of them was stillborn, the other one died five hours after being born.

Local councillor Maggie Hurley said that four more mass graves with hundreds more dead children have been found. One in a Catholic area, another in a non-conformist area, and one in the Church of England section. People are shocked to learn about the mass graves and are wondering if there are more.&nbsp;

The woman was told that one of her brothers was definitely in the first mass grave but “was not alone”. She has yet to locate her other brother. The woman was told they were probably “top and tailed them in the box”.

Before the 1980s, if there was a stillbirth, it was common to take away the babies from their parents without telling them anything about their burial place. They were simply told that their child was buried alongside a 'nice person' that same day. However, the babies were reportedly just buried in mass graves.&nbsp;

Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/poland-horror-woman-held-as-sex-slave-has-no-lips-or-teeth-captor-carried-out-cruel-experiments-756446">Poland horror: Woman held as 'sex slave' has no lips or teeth; captor carried out 'cruel experiments'</a>

Hurley told The Independent, “This is the biggest thing I have ever faced as a councillor. I’ve gone through every emotion from anger to hate – to absolute devastation."

Ever since the discovery was made, she says “countless” families looking for their relatives have contacted her.

<h2>Memorial for buried children</h2>

Hurley and fellow Royton Independent councillor Jade Hughes said in a statement, “It’s a stark injustice that parents were denied the fundamental right to bury their babies, a right that should be inherent and unquestionable. This situation should stir our collective sense of fairness and empathy.”

The statement added that the woman who made the discovery was left “in tears” and “feeling a profound sense of loss and injustice”.

The Oldham Times reported that there are plans to erect a memorial for the buried children and it will be discussed at a council meeting on September 11. Documents will also be digitalised so that families can easily access them.&nbsp;

A woman searching for the grave of her twin brothers who died in 1962 shortly after being born made a horrifying discovery in a cemetery in the British town of Oldham.

A woman searching for the grave of her twin brothers who died in 1962 shortly after being born made a horrifying discovery in a cemetery in the British town of Oldham. She came across a mass grave containing more than 300 bodies, mostly of babies and children. She came across the unmarked 12x12ft grave at the Royton Cemetery which contains the remains of 145 stillborn infants, 128 babies and young children and 29 adults. The woman who has not been named, says her parents never got to say goodbye to the twins who were taken away soon after they died. While one of them was stillborn, the other one died five hours after being born. Local councillor Maggie Hurley said that four more mass graves with hundreds more dead children have been found. One in a Catholic area, another in a non-conformist area, and one in the Church of England section. People are shocked to learn about the mass graves and are wondering if there are more. The woman was told that one of her brothers was definitely in the first mass grave but “was not alone”. She has yet to locate her other brother. The woman was told they were probably “top and tailed them in the box”. Before the 1980s, if there was a stillbirth, it was common to take away the babies from their parents without telling them anything about their burial place. They were simply told that their child was buried alongside a 'nice person' that same day. However, the babies were reportedly just buried in mass graves. Also Read: Poland horror: Woman held as 'sex slave' has no lips or teeth; captor carried out 'cruel experiments' Hurley told The Independent, “This is the biggest thing I have ever faced as a councillor. I’ve gone through every emotion from anger to hate – to absolute devastation." Ever since the discovery was made, she says “countless” families looking for their relatives have contacted her. Memorial for buried children Hurley and fellow Royton Independent councillor Jade Hughes said in a statement, “It’s a stark injustice that parents were denied the fundamental right to bury their babies, a right that should be inherent and unquestionable. This situation should stir our collective sense of fairness and empathy.” The statement added that the woman who made the discovery was left “in tears” and “feeling a profound sense of loss and injustice”. The Oldham Times reported that there are plans to erect a memorial for the buried children and it will be discussed at a council meeting on September 11. Documents will also be digitalised so that families can easily access them.

Mass grave with hundreds of bodies, including babies, found in England town

Ukraine is apparently using "dragon drones" in its fight against Russian forces, with drones equipped to drop thermite, a weapon that has caused significant damage in past conflicts, including both World Wars.

According to a Telegram channel named Khorne Group, a video was shared showing a drone flying low and dropping thermite—a mixture of aluminium powder and iron oxide that burns at temperatures as high as 2,200°C (4,000°F). This molten metal can easily burn through trees, fortifications, and even metals, making it highly effective against military vehicles and armour, as reported by CNN.

The 60th Mechanised Brigade of Ukraine posted drone footage of the thermite attack, stating, "Strike Drones are our wings of vengeance, bringing fire straight from the sky! They become a real threat to the enemy, burning his positions with an accuracy that no other weapon can achieve. When our 'Vidar'&nbsp;works - the Russian woman will never sleep."

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These drones are regarded as one of the deadliest weapons in the world.

Thermite was initially used by the Germans during World War I when bombs were dropped from zeppelins over Britain. In World War II, both the Germans and the Allies used thermite in aerial bombs. They were also&nbsp;used to disable enemy artillery by melting the weapon shut with the molten material.

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Thermite belongs to a broader category of incendiary weapons, which includes substances like napalm and white phosphorus.

According to the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs, "Incendiary weapons are weapons or munitions designed to set fire to objects or cause burn or respiratory injury to people through the action of flame, heat, or combination thereof, resulting from a chemical reaction of a flammable substance such as napalm or white phosphorus."

While thermite is not banned under international law for military use, its deployment against civilian targets is prohibited due to the severe damage it can inflict on the human body.

Human Rights Watch, in a 2022 report, highlighted the devastating effects of incendiary weapons like thermite, saying they are "notorious for their horrific human cost." The report said that these weapons can cause fourth- or fifth-degree burns, damaging muscles, tendons, nerves, and even bones.

(With inputs from agencies)

Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Ukraine is apparently using "dragon drones" in its fight against Russian forces, with drones equipped to drop thermite, a weapon that has caused significant damage in past conflicts, including both World Wars.

Ukraine is apparently using "dragon drones" in its fight against Russian forces, with drones equipped to drop thermite, a weapon that has caused significant damage in past conflicts, including both World Wars. According to a Telegram channel named Khorne Group, a video was shared showing a drone flying low and dropping thermite—a mixture of aluminium powder and iron oxide that burns at temperatures as high as 2,200°C (4,000°F). This molten metal can easily burn through trees, fortifications, and even metals, making it highly effective against military vehicles and armour, as reported by CNN. The 60th Mechanised Brigade of Ukraine posted drone footage of the thermite attack, stating, "Strike Drones are our wings of vengeance, bringing fire straight from the sky! They become a real threat to the enemy, burning his positions with an accuracy that no other weapon can achieve. When our 'Vidar' works - the Russian woman will never sleep." The Ukrainian military began using the Dragon drone, which burns the area underneath with thermite 🥰🥰🥰 Thermite is a mixture of burning granules of iron oxide and aluminum. About 500 grams of thermite mixture can be placed under a standard FPV drone. The chemical reaction is… pic.twitter.com/3XIzc3LLHN — Anastasia (@Nastushichek) September 5, 2024 × These drones are regarded as one of the deadliest weapons in the world. Thermite was initially used by the Germans during World War I when bombs were dropped from zeppelins over Britain. In World War II, both the Germans and the Allies used thermite in aerial bombs. They were also used to disable enemy artillery by melting the weapon shut with the molten material. Also read: Killing of Aysenur Eygi: US-Turkish woman's kin demands independent probe Thermite belongs to a broader category of incendiary weapons, which includes substances like napalm and white phosphorus. According to the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs, "Incendiary weapons are weapons or munitions designed to set fire to objects or cause burn or respiratory injury to people through the action of flame, heat, or combination thereof, resulting from a chemical reaction of a flammable substance such as napalm or white phosphorus." While thermite is not banned under international law for military use, its deployment against civilian targets is prohibited due to the severe damage it can inflict on the human body. Human Rights Watch, in a 2022 report, highlighted the devastating effects of incendiary weapons like thermite, saying they are "notorious for their horrific human cost." The report said that these weapons can cause fourth- or fifth-degree burns, damaging muscles, tendons, nerves, and even bones. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Watch | Ukraine deploys 'dragon drones' against Russia, reviving World War-era weapon

The French rape case where a man drugged his wife and invited strangers to rape her has shocked the world. Several more skeletons are tumbling out of the closets, including the revelation that he photographed his own daughter naked.&nbsp;

Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details in this report disturbing. Discretion is advised.

Now, one of his daughters-in-law has said that she once caught him masturbating and that he also asked his granddaughter to pose naked for him.

Recalling the shocking incident, Aurore Lemaire told the court that in 2020, her young daughters asked Dominique to buy them a toy at a supermarket.&nbsp;

"He replied, ‘I’d be very happy to get it for you if you pose naked for me,'" she said.

The police also found pictures of her in the shower which Dominique secretly took.

"Police also found pictures of me, naked in the shower. It was a real shock," she added.

Earlier, his daughter, 45-year-old Caroline Darian (pen name), told the court that she thinks he drugged her too and took pictures after the police showed her photos of her lying unconscious on a bed in her mother’s underwear.

<h2>'Worst sexual criminal'</h2>

“How are we supposed to rebuild ourselves when we know," she said, calling him “one of the worst sexual criminals in the past 20 years”.

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Darian also talked about the moment her mother told her about the abuse in 2020. “My life was literally turned upside down,” Darian said. “My mother said, 'I spent most of the day at the police station. Your father drugged me to rape me with strangers. I was made to look at the photos.'"

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She left the courtroom in tears on Tuesday after the presiding judge on the second day of the trial talked about the photos of Darian found on Dominique Pélicot’s computer in a folder titled “Around my daughter, naked”.&nbsp;

Dominique had been keeping records of his wife's abuse which were discovered after he was caught by the police filming up women’s skirts in a supermarket.

Gisèle Pélicot, 71, says for years she had been experiencing strange memory lapses until she was contacted by police.

She waved off the anonymity clause and requested the trial of her husband to be public in order to raise awareness about the use of drugs to commit sexual abuse. A list of 72 suspects has been drawn up, with so far 50 identified, aged between 26 and 74 and all on trial.

The French rape case where a man drugged his wife and invited strangers to rape her has shocked the world. Several more skeletons are tumbling out of the closets, including the revelation that he photographed his own daughter naked.

The French rape case where a man drugged his wife and invited strangers to rape her has shocked the world. Several more skeletons are tumbling out of the closets, including the revelation that he photographed his own daughter naked. Trigger warning: Some readers may find the details in this report disturbing. Discretion is advised. Now, one of his daughters-in-law has said that she once caught him masturbating and that he also asked his granddaughter to pose naked for him. Recalling the shocking incident, Aurore Lemaire told the court that in 2020, her young daughters asked Dominique to buy them a toy at a supermarket. "He replied, ‘I’d be very happy to get it for you if you pose naked for me,'" she said. The police also found pictures of her in the shower which Dominique secretly took. "Police also found pictures of me, naked in the shower. It was a real shock," she added. Earlier, his daughter, 45-year-old Caroline Darian (pen name), told the court that she thinks he drugged her too and took pictures after the police showed her photos of her lying unconscious on a bed in her mother’s underwear. 'Worst sexual criminal' “How are we supposed to rebuild ourselves when we know," she said, calling him “one of the worst sexual criminals in the past 20 years”. Also Read: Among dozens of men invited by husband to rape his wife, one was an HIV patient Darian also talked about the moment her mother told her about the abuse in 2020. “My life was literally turned upside down,” Darian said. “My mother said, 'I spent most of the day at the police station. Your father drugged me to rape me with strangers. I was made to look at the photos.'" × She left the courtroom in tears on Tuesday after the presiding judge on the second day of the trial talked about the photos of Darian found on Dominique Pélicot’s computer in a folder titled “Around my daughter, naked”. Dominique had been keeping records of his wife's abuse which were discovered after he was caught by the police filming up women’s skirts in a supermarket. Gisèle Pélicot, 71, says for years she had been experiencing strange memory lapses until she was contacted by police. She waved off the anonymity clause and requested the trial of her husband to be public in order to raise awareness about the use of drugs to commit sexual abuse. A list of 72 suspects has been drawn up, with so far 50 identified, aged between 26 and 74 and all on trial.

France rape case: Accused asked granddaughters to pose naked, says daughter-in-law

Brazil's ban on Elon Musk-owned social media platform&nbsp;X poses a cautionary message for other democracies trying to balance freedom of expression amid&nbsp;their upcoming election process.&nbsp;

Brazil-based experts have highlighted that the ban could become a problem as it hosts both legal and illegal speech.

Last month, Brazil banned X after the country's Supreme Court blocked the social network because Musk refused to comply with the top court's orders to suspend certain accounts. Alexandre de Moraes, a Brazilian Supreme Court justice, ordered the country's&nbsp;telecom agency to block access to X.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/starlink-bows-to-brazils-court-order-amid-feud-over-x-ban-756023">Also read:&nbsp;Starlink bows to Brazil's court order amid feud over X ban</a>

“Even if we look at international standards of freedom of expression, blocking an entire platform is seen as a drastic measure,” said Veridiana Alimonti, a Brazil-based expert with the Electronic Frontier Foundation told Bloomberg. “It’s problematic when it involves platforms that host both legal and illegal speech.”

The judiciary in the countries, including in Brazil, has the power to demand the removal of specific posts and accounts from social media platforms. However, exercising that power comes with its setbacks, especially the danger that a total ban on X will fuel accusations of censorship and further fracture the global internet.&nbsp;

Although governments worldwide are dealing with similar battles against fake news and hateful content on X, Europe and the United States&nbsp;are unlikely to do what Brazil did, as per officials, academics, and industry experts, according to a report by Bloomberg.&nbsp;

Watch |&nbsp;Elon Musk's X banned in Brazil after disinformation row

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This week, X also agreed to the European Union's demands to stop processing the personal information of&nbsp;users in the 27-nation bloc&nbsp;to train its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot Grok.&nbsp;

Mariana Valente, a law professor and the director of Brazil's InternetLab, a think tank, said, "Where this is heading from here will really depend on Elon Musk. I think if Elon Musk decides to start to comply, as he eventually did in India, for example, it might be &nbsp;that X comes back."

She added, "But if Elon Musk doesn’t act differently, I think X or Twitter will be blocked in Brazil for a long time."

Bruna Santos, head of the Wilson Center’s Brazil Institute, said that there should be a discussion about whether Brazil's high court is overstepping its authority, adding that she does believe that Moraes has "gone too far" on various occasions.&nbsp;

She added that however, this cannot be discussed at this moment when questioning Moraes "sounds like you are defending Musk".&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Brazil's ban on Elon Musk-owned social media platform X poses a cautionary message for other democracies trying to balance freedom of expression amid their upcoming election process.

Brazil's ban on Elon Musk-owned social media platform X poses a cautionary message for other democracies trying to balance freedom of expression amid their upcoming election process. Brazil-based experts have highlighted that the ban could become a problem as it hosts both legal and illegal speech. Last month, Brazil banned X after the country's Supreme Court blocked the social network because Musk refused to comply with the top court's orders to suspend certain accounts. Alexandre de Moraes, a Brazilian Supreme Court justice, ordered the country's telecom agency to block access to X. Also read: Starlink bows to Brazil's court order amid feud over X ban “Even if we look at international standards of freedom of expression, blocking an entire platform is seen as a drastic measure,” said Veridiana Alimonti, a Brazil-based expert with the Electronic Frontier Foundation told Bloomberg. “It’s problematic when it involves platforms that host both legal and illegal speech.” The judiciary in the countries, including in Brazil, has the power to demand the removal of specific posts and accounts from social media platforms. However, exercising that power comes with its setbacks, especially the danger that a total ban on X will fuel accusations of censorship and further fracture the global internet. Although governments worldwide are dealing with similar battles against fake news and hateful content on X, Europe and the United States are unlikely to do what Brazil did, as per officials, academics, and industry experts, according to a report by Bloomberg. Watch | Elon Musk's X banned in Brazil after disinformation row × Previously, Musk has complied with demands from other nations, including India, to take down content from the social media platform. For instance, in India, the posts about farmer protests were singled out for removal by the government. This week, X also agreed to the European Union's demands to stop processing the personal information of users in the 27-nation bloc to train its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot Grok. Mariana Valente, a law professor and the director of Brazil's InternetLab, a think tank, said, "Where this is heading from here will really depend on Elon Musk. I think if Elon Musk decides to start to comply, as he eventually did in India, for example, it might be that X comes back." She added, "But if Elon Musk doesn’t act differently, I think X or Twitter will be blocked in Brazil for a long time." Bruna Santos, head of the Wilson Center’s Brazil Institute, said that there should be a discussion about whether Brazil's high court is overstepping its authority, adding that she does believe that Moraes has "gone too far" on various occasions. She added that however, this cannot be discussed at this moment when questioning Moraes "sounds like you are defending Musk". (With inputs from agencies)

Brazil's ban on X 'problematic' as it involves platforms hosting both legal, illegal speech: Expert

Panama has deported 130 Indian migrants who entered the country through the Darien jungle, under a repatriation deal with the United States.

Panama deports 130 Indian 'irregular' migrants under deal with US

According to media reports on Friday, Iran has supplied a few hundred ballistic missiles to Russia. The claims cited diplomats who stated that they think Tehran will continue to supply Moscow with weaponry in an effort to aid its conflict in Ukraine.

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