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At the 31st meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation & Coordination on India-China Border Affairs (WMCC) in Beijing on Thursday (August 29, 2024), India and China exchanged "frank, constructive, and forward-looking views" on the situation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in order to "narrow down the differences" and find a "early resolution" of the outstanding issues, according to a statement from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).

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<p>Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday (Aug 31) said that New Delhi&nbsp;has a “special China problem,” adding that the state of bilateral ties warrants heavy scrutiny of investments from the communist country.</p>

<p>Jaishankar said China is the focus of major national security and economic debates in Europe and the United States. “Look at the United States. It is obsessed with China, and rightly so in many ways,” the Indian top diplomat said.</p>

<p>“So, the fact is that it is not only India which has a China problem…India has a China problem… a special China problem that is over and above the world’s general China problem,” the External Affairs Minister (EAM)&nbsp;said.</p>

<p>Jaishankar’s remarks came days after India and China held the 31st meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation &amp; Coordination on Border Affairs on August 29 in Beijing.</p>

<h2><strong>Trade deficit</strong></h2>

<p>The foreign minister also addressed the concerns regarding the increasing trade deficit with China and blamed the policies of previous governments.</p>

<p>“We consciously overlooked the nature of Chinese production and the advantages which they enjoyed in a system where they got a level playing field with all the advantages they brought to bed,” said Jaishankar.</p>

<p>The EAM added that given China is a country with a “very different way of working,” India was taking all the precautions.</p>

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<p>“Once you understand that because there is a general problem with China as well as our own situation, all of you know we have a very difficult situation at the border for the last four years. I think the sensible response to it is to take the precautions that a country like India is taking,” he stated.</p>

<p>Jaishankar clarified that the Indian government never said it would stop inviting investments from China, but added that they will be heavily scrutinised.</p>

<p>“On the investments issue, it is common sense that investments from China would be scrutinised, I think the border and state of relations between India and China call for it,” the EAM&nbsp;said.</p>

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Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday (Aug 31) said that New Delhi has a “special China problem,” adding that the state of bilateral ties warrants heavy scrutiny of investments from the communist country.

Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar on Saturday (Aug 31) said that New Delhi has a “special China problem,” adding that the state of bilateral ties warrants heavy scrutiny of investments from the communist country. Jaishankar said China is the focus of major national security and economic debates in Europe and the United States. “Look at the United States. It is obsessed with China, and rightly so in many ways,” the Indian top diplomat said. “So, the fact is that it is not only India which has a China problem…India has a China problem… a special China problem that is over and above the world’s general China problem,” the External Affairs Minister (EAM) said. Jaishankar’s remarks came days after India and China held the 31st meeting of the Working Mechanism for Consultation & Coordination on Border Affairs on August 29 in Beijing. Trade deficit The foreign minister also addressed the concerns regarding the increasing trade deficit with China and blamed the policies of previous governments. “We consciously overlooked the nature of Chinese production and the advantages which they enjoyed in a system where they got a level playing field with all the advantages they brought to bed,” said Jaishankar. The EAM added that given China is a country with a “very different way of working,” India was taking all the precautions. Also read: India`s EAM Jaishankar declares `era of uninterrupted dialogue with Pakistan` over “Once you understand that because there is a general problem with China as well as our own situation, all of you know we have a very difficult situation at the border for the last four years. I think the sensible response to it is to take the precautions that a country like India is taking,” he stated. Jaishankar clarified that the Indian government never said it would stop inviting investments from China, but added that they will be heavily scrutinised. “On the investments issue, it is common sense that investments from China would be scrutinised, I think the border and state of relations between India and China call for it,” the EAM said. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Never said won’t do business with China,’ Jaishankar highlights India’s ‘special problem’

<p>A joint operation by American and Iraqi forces killed 15 members of the Islamic State group in western Iraq, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said Friday (Aug 30).</p>

<p>The raid targeted Islamic State leaders and was carried out early Thursday morning, resulting "in the death of 15 ISIS operatives" with "no indication of civilian casualties," CENTCOM said on social media platform X.</p>

<p>It said the IS members were "armed with numerous weapons, grenades, and explosive 'suicide' belts," and that Iraqi forces were continuing "to further exploit the locations raided," only specifying that the operation occurred in "Western Iraq."</p>

<p>"ISIS remains a threat to the region, our allies, as well as our homeland. US CENTCOM alongside our coalition and Iraqi partners, will continue to aggressively pursue these terrorists," it added.</p>

<p>The operation comes as Baghdad and Washington have been engaged in months of talks over the presence of anti-jihadist coalition forces in Iraq.<br />
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<p>Despite Iraq's stated goal of a full withdrawal of the forces, no timeline has been made public.</p>

<p>The United States has some 2,500 troops in Iraq and 900 in Syria as part of the international coalition against the Islamic State group.</p>

<p>Coalition forces have been targeted dozens of times with drones and rocket fire in both Iraq and Syria, as violence related to the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza since early October has drawn in Iran-backed armed groups across the Middle East.</p>

<p>Last winter, the Islamic Resistance of Iraq, a loose alliance of Iran-backed groups, had claimed some 175 rocket and drone attacks against US troops in Iraq and Syria.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-carries-out-retaliatory-attacks-in-iraq-after-militants-target-military-base-leaving-three-injured-673548"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;US carries out retaliatory attacks in Iraq after militants target military base leaving three injured</strong></a></p>

<p>US forces have carried out multiple retaliatory strikes against these militant factions in both countries.</p>

<p>Thursday's raid also comes just under a week after US forces killed a senior leader of an Al-Qaeda-affiliated militant group in Syria.</p>

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A joint operation by American and Iraqi forces killed 15 members of the Islamic State group in western Iraq, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said Friday (Aug 30). The raid targeted Islamic State leaders and was carried out early Thursday morning, resulting "in the death of 15 ISIS operatives" with "no indication of civilian casualties," CENTCOM said on social media platform X.

A joint operation by American and Iraqi forces killed 15 members of the Islamic State group in western Iraq, US Central Command (CENTCOM) said Friday (Aug 30). The raid targeted Islamic State leaders and was carried out early Thursday morning, resulting "in the death of 15 ISIS operatives" with "no indication of civilian casualties," CENTCOM said on social media platform X. It said the IS members were "armed with numerous weapons, grenades, and explosive 'suicide' belts," and that Iraqi forces were continuing "to further exploit the locations raided," only specifying that the operation occurred in "Western Iraq." "ISIS remains a threat to the region, our allies, as well as our homeland. US CENTCOM alongside our coalition and Iraqi partners, will continue to aggressively pursue these terrorists," it added. The operation comes as Baghdad and Washington have been engaged in months of talks over the presence of anti-jihadist coalition forces in Iraq. Watch | US calls in Iraq to safeguard its troops amid new attacks × Despite Iraq's stated goal of a full withdrawal of the forces, no timeline has been made public. The United States has some 2,500 troops in Iraq and 900 in Syria as part of the international coalition against the Islamic State group. Coalition forces have been targeted dozens of times with drones and rocket fire in both Iraq and Syria, as violence related to the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza since early October has drawn in Iran-backed armed groups across the Middle East. Last winter, the Islamic Resistance of Iraq, a loose alliance of Iran-backed groups, had claimed some 175 rocket and drone attacks against US troops in Iraq and Syria. Also read | US carries out retaliatory attacks in Iraq after militants target military base leaving three injured US forces have carried out multiple retaliatory strikes against these militant factions in both countries. Thursday's raid also comes just under a week after US forces killed a senior leader of an Al-Qaeda-affiliated militant group in Syria. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

US and Iraqi forces kill 15 IS operatives in early morning raid

China and the Philippines accused each other of ramming their ships in a disputed area of the South China Sea on Saturday, the latest in an escalating series of clashes in the vital waterway.

South China sea clash: China, Philippines ships ram into each other

<p>China and the Philippines have traded accusations over an incident involving their ships in the disputed South China Sea on Saturday (August 31).</p>

<h2><strong>Philippines accuses China of intentional collision</strong></h2>

<p>According to Manila, a Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessel intentionally rammed the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) ship, BRP Teresa Magbanua, three times on Saturday, at Escoda Shoal, also known as Sabina Shoal, located in the West Philippine Sea.</p>

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<p>"The Philippine Coast Guard vessel did not provoke the Chinese vessel," said Commodore Jay Tarriela, spokesperson for the National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea, during a news briefing.</p>

<p>He added that the collision caused damage to the Philippine ship. “It is important for us to take note that this ramming happened despite our unprovoked action and presence in Escoda Shoal,” Tarriela said.</p>

<h2><strong>China denies allegations and counters with its own</strong></h2>

<p>On the other hand, China's coastguard claimed that a Philippine ship, which they described as "illegally stranded" at Sabina Shoal, deliberately rammed into a Chinese vessel.</p>

<p>Liu Dejun, a spokesperson for China’s coastguard, asserted that Beijing&nbsp;would take necessary measures “to resolutely thwart all acts of provocation, nuisance and infringement and resolutely safeguard the country’s territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests.”</p>

<p>He reiterated that “China exercises indisputable sovereignty” over the area.</p>

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<p>There were no injuries reported from the collisions.</p>

<p>Sabina Shoal, the site of the incident, lies 140km (87 miles) west of the Philippine island of Palawan and approximately 1,200km (746 miles) from Hainan Island, the nearest Chinese territory.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The shoal is within the Philippines’ 200-nautical mile (370 km) exclusive economic zone and serves as a key point for resupply missions to the Philippine garrison on the Second Thomas Shoal.</p>

<p>China lays claim to nearly the entire South China Sea, coinciding with the territorial claims of the Philippines, Brunei, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Vietnam. This sea region is thought to contain valuable oil and natural gas reserves, along with rich fishing grounds, and is a vital trade route.</p>

<p>In 2016, the Permanent Court of Arbitration ruled that China’s claims to the area had no legal standing, a decision that Beijing has refused to accept.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


China and the Philippines have traded accusations over an incident involving their ships in the disputed South China Sea on Saturday (August 31). Philippines accuses China of intentional collision According to Manila, a Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessel intentionally rammed the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) ship, BRP Teresa Magbanua, three times on Saturday, at Escoda Shoal, also known as Sabina Shoal, located in the West Philippine Sea.

China and the Philippines have traded accusations over an incident involving their ships in the disputed South China Sea on Saturday (August 31). Philippines accuses China of intentional collision According to Manila, a Chinese Coast Guard (CCG) vessel intentionally rammed the Philippine Coast Guard’s (PCG) ship, BRP Teresa Magbanua, three times on Saturday, at Escoda Shoal, also known as Sabina Shoal, located in the West Philippine Sea. Chinese Coast Guard vessel rams into Philippine Coast Guard vesselpic.twitter.com/VCdFjkWlbJ — Sidhant Sibal (@sidhant) August 31, 2024 × "The Philippine Coast Guard vessel did not provoke the Chinese vessel," said Commodore Jay Tarriela, spokesperson for the National Task Force for the West Philippine Sea, during a news briefing. He added that the collision caused damage to the Philippine ship. “It is important for us to take note that this ramming happened despite our unprovoked action and presence in Escoda Shoal,” Tarriela said. China denies allegations and counters with its own On the other hand, China's coastguard claimed that a Philippine ship, which they described as "illegally stranded" at Sabina Shoal, deliberately rammed into a Chinese vessel. Liu Dejun, a spokesperson for China’s coastguard, asserted that Beijing would take necessary measures “to resolutely thwart all acts of provocation, nuisance and infringement and resolutely safeguard the country’s territorial sovereignty and maritime rights and interests.” He reiterated that “China exercises indisputable sovereignty” over the area. Also read: Helicopter with 22 onboard goes missing in Russia's Far East There were no injuries reported from the collisions. Sabina Shoal, the site of the incident, lies 140km (87 miles) west of the Philippine island of Palawan and approximately 1,200km (746 miles) from Hainan Island, the nearest Chinese territory. The shoal is within the Philippines’ 200-nautical mile (370 km) exclusive economic zone and serves as a key point for resupply missions to the Philippine garrison on the Second Thomas Shoal. China lays claim to nearly the entire South China Sea, coinciding with the territorial claims of the Philippines, Brunei, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Vietnam. This sea region is thought to contain valuable oil and natural gas reserves, along with rich fishing grounds, and is a vital trade route. In 2016, the Permanent Court of Arbitration ruled that China’s claims to the area had no legal standing, a decision that Beijing has refused to accept. (With inputs from agencies)

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Brunei and Singapore in the first week of September, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday (August 30, 2024).

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Four days after last scanning in for work, a 60-year-old office worker in Arizona was found dead in a cubicle at her workplace, having never left the building during that time, authorities said.

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<p>Hong Kong police said on Saturday that two people were arrested for sedition under a new national security law, accusing them of spreading hatred against Chinese and local authorities.</p>

<p>The arrests on Friday came only a day after the pro-democracy news outlet Stand News and two former editors were found guilty of sedition, the first conviction of its kind since the city came under Chinese rule in 1997.</p>

<p>Critics said officials in the Chinese finance hub have used the sedition offence, which has roots in British colonial rule, to target government critics and stifle dissent.</p>

<p>A man aged 41 and a 28-year-old woman were arrested on Friday for committing "an act or acts that had a seditious intention" and remained in custody, police said in a statement.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hong-kong-news-outlet-stand-news-and-editors-convicted-of-sedition-754265"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Hong Kong news outlet Stand News and editors convicted of sedition</strong></a></p>

<p>Hong Kong media reports said the arrests were made in connection to a note widely circulated on social media this week after a university professor was killed on railway tracks.</p>

<p>The author expressed suicidal thoughts due to despair over Hong Kong's future. AFP was unable to verify the identity of the person who wrote it.</p>

<p>Police said the woman was suspected of "publishing fraudulent 'last words' of the deceased in relation to a recent suicide case".</p>

<p>They said the man was accused of placing "memorial light boxes" in various places, with contents "provoking hatred" of the governments in Beijing and Hong Kong, police said.</p>

<p>The new national security law passed in March and commonly known as Article 23, increased the maximum jail term for sedition from two years to seven.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Hong Kong proposes new standards for subdivided flats</strong></p>

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<p>It is Hong Kong's second national security law and follows the one imposed by Beijing in 2020 after huge, sometimes violent pro-democracy protests a year earlier.</p>

<p>Those protests prompted a crackdown on free speech that has seen critics of China jailed or forced into exile&nbsp;</p>

<p>The United States and Britain are among vocal critics of the new law, which they say has curbed rights.</p>

<p>By August 1, 301 people had been arrested for national security crimes under various laws.<br />
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Hong Kong police said on Saturday that two people were arrested for sedition under a new national security law, accusing them of spreading hatred against Chinese and local authorities.

Hong Kong police said on Saturday that two people were arrested for sedition under a new national security law, accusing them of spreading hatred against Chinese and local authorities. The arrests on Friday came only a day after the pro-democracy news outlet Stand News and two former editors were found guilty of sedition, the first conviction of its kind since the city came under Chinese rule in 1997. Critics said officials in the Chinese finance hub have used the sedition offence, which has roots in British colonial rule, to target government critics and stifle dissent. A man aged 41 and a 28-year-old woman were arrested on Friday for committing "an act or acts that had a seditious intention" and remained in custody, police said in a statement. Also read: Hong Kong news outlet Stand News and editors convicted of sedition Hong Kong media reports said the arrests were made in connection to a note widely circulated on social media this week after a university professor was killed on railway tracks. The author expressed suicidal thoughts due to despair over Hong Kong's future. AFP was unable to verify the identity of the person who wrote it. Police said the woman was suspected of "publishing fraudulent 'last words' of the deceased in relation to a recent suicide case". They said the man was accused of placing "memorial light boxes" in various places, with contents "provoking hatred" of the governments in Beijing and Hong Kong, police said. The new national security law passed in March and commonly known as Article 23, increased the maximum jail term for sedition from two years to seven. Watch | Hong Kong proposes new standards for subdivided flats × It is Hong Kong's second national security law and follows the one imposed by Beijing in 2020 after huge, sometimes violent pro-democracy protests a year earlier. Those protests prompted a crackdown on free speech that has seen critics of China jailed or forced into exile The United States and Britain are among vocal critics of the new law, which they say has curbed rights. By August 1, 301 people had been arrested for national security crimes under various laws. 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.

Hong Kong arrests two people for spreading hatred against Chinese authorities

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<p>Reports have emerged that Jeff Walz, the brother of Tim Walz, who is Democratic presidential candidate&nbsp;Kamala Harris' running mate and&nbsp;vice presidential candidate for the upcoming election, is considering supporting Republican candidate and former United States President Donald Trump.</p>

<h2><strong>What sparked the debate about Jeff Walz’s political leanings?</strong></h2>

<p>The political leanings of the often private Jeff Walz gained significant attention on social media after investigative journalist Laura Loomer, known for her inside information and founder of Loomered, mentioned Jeff’s apparent dissatisfaction with his brother, the incumbent&nbsp;governor of Minnesota, based on his Facebook post.</p>

<p>Although the authenticity of the shared photo remains unconfirmed, Loomer's post quickly gained traction and became a topic of heated discussion.</p>

<h2><strong>Laura Loomer's significant claims</strong></h2>

<p>In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Loomer stated, "Tim Walz @GovTimWalz and @KamalaHarris are such a bad Presidential ticket that Walz's own BROTHER is supporting Donald Trump instead."</p>

<p>Loomer also provided what she claimed as “evidence,” saying, "According to these FEC records, Jeff Walz, the brother of VP candidate Tim Walz, donated to President Trump's presidential campaign in 2016. Jeff Walz lives in Florida. Perhaps I will go interview and ask him about his support for Donald Trump."</p>

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<p>Loomer shared more details, alleging that on March 30, 2023, the same day Trump faced charges for business fraud, Jeff Walz referred to the US under President Joe&nbsp;Biden's leadership as a “third world banana republic” on Facebook.</p>

<p>She further wrote, “Jeff Walz, the brother of Democrat Vice Presidential candidate Tim Walz, donated to President Trump’s 2016 Presidential campaign and said ‘We’ve just become a third world banana republic’ on his Facebook page... Now she’s running for President with Jeff’s brother.”</p>

<h2><strong>How did Jeff Walz respond to the claims?</strong></h2>

<p>Following Loomer's revelations, Jeff Walz took to Facebook to distance himself from his brother’s political beliefs. In one comment, he wrote, "The stories I could tell. Not the type of character you want making decisions about your future."</p>

<p>He also disclosed a strained relationship with his brother, noting, "Haven't spoken to him in 8 years. I'm 100% opposed to all his ideology."</p>

<p>Jeff claimed that after Tim Walz was chosen as Harris’&nbsp;running mate, his family wasn’t informed or given any security. He also mentioned that he had "considered" aligning with Trump and publicly endorsing his re-election.</p>

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Reports have emerged that Jeff Walz, the brother of Tim Walz, who is Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris' running mate and vice presidential candidate for the upcoming election, is considering supporting Republican candidate and former United States President Donald Trump.

Reports have emerged that Jeff Walz, the brother of Tim Walz, who is Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris' running mate and vice presidential candidate for the upcoming election, is considering supporting Republican candidate and former United States President Donald Trump. What sparked the debate about Jeff Walz’s political leanings? The political leanings of the often private Jeff Walz gained significant attention on social media after investigative journalist Laura Loomer, known for her inside information and founder of Loomered, mentioned Jeff’s apparent dissatisfaction with his brother, the incumbent governor of Minnesota, based on his Facebook post. Although the authenticity of the shared photo remains unconfirmed, Loomer's post quickly gained traction and became a topic of heated discussion. Laura Loomer's significant claims In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Loomer stated, "Tim Walz @GovTimWalz and @KamalaHarris are such a bad Presidential ticket that Walz's own BROTHER is supporting Donald Trump instead." Loomer also provided what she claimed as “evidence,” saying, "According to these FEC records, Jeff Walz, the brother of VP candidate Tim Walz, donated to President Trump's presidential campaign in 2016. Jeff Walz lives in Florida. Perhaps I will go interview and ask him about his support for Donald Trump." Also read: Security breach at Trump’s rally as man storms into press gallery Loomer shared more details, alleging that on March 30, 2023, the same day Trump faced charges for business fraud, Jeff Walz referred to the US under President Joe Biden's leadership as a “third world banana republic” on Facebook. She further wrote, “Jeff Walz, the brother of Democrat Vice Presidential candidate Tim Walz, donated to President Trump’s 2016 Presidential campaign and said ‘We’ve just become a third world banana republic’ on his Facebook page... Now she’s running for President with Jeff’s brother.” How did Jeff Walz respond to the claims? Following Loomer's revelations, Jeff Walz took to Facebook to distance himself from his brother’s political beliefs. In one comment, he wrote, "The stories I could tell. Not the type of character you want making decisions about your future." He also disclosed a strained relationship with his brother, noting, "Haven't spoken to him in 8 years. I'm 100% opposed to all his ideology." Jeff claimed that after Tim Walz was chosen as Harris’ running mate, his family wasn’t informed or given any security. He also mentioned that he had "considered" aligning with Trump and publicly endorsing his re-election. (With inputs from agencies)

Jeff Walz, brother of Kamala Harris' VP pick Tim Walz, might support Trump

<p>"Is there anywhere that's more fun to be than a Trump rally," said former United States President Donald Trump after&nbsp;another security breach took place during his political campaign in Pennsylvania. News agency Associated Press (AP)&nbsp;reported that a man stormed into the media gallery at the Johnstown rally as the Republican presidential candidate&nbsp;delivered his speech on Friday (Aug 30). The man almost entered the press area but was pulled down by a group of people and later subdued with a taser.</p>

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<p>Soon after, another person was detained from the crowd by police and taken outside. It was not clear whether the second person was related to the security breach.</p>

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<p>The Friday incident reminded people of the assassination attempt on the 45th US president during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Trump barely survived the attack, sustaining minor injuries to his right ear. The incident not only led to the resignation of the then-director of the US Secret Service Kim Cheatle but also to the tightening of the former president’s security.</p>

<p>Podcaster George Behizy took to X to describe the Friday security breach, blaming the incident on “a deranged Democrat.”</p>

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<p>“A Deranged Democrat tried to breach the security at Trump’s rally in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, and got dealt with BEAUTIFULLY by the cops,” he posted on X. “They surrounded, and got him out of there within SECONDS!” he added.</p>

<p>It was not clear what motivated the man to storm the press area. Also, there is no information available regarding his political ideology and whether he was a supporter of Donald Trump or an opponent. Trump and his supporters often criticise the&nbsp;media during rallies and it’s possible the man may have wanted to harass the journalists.</p>

<p>The Friday Trump rally was hosted by the right-wing group, 'Moms for Liberty'.</p>

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"Is there anywhere that's more fun to be than a Trump rally," said former United States President Donald Trump after another security breach took place during his political campaign in Pennsylvania.

"Is there anywhere that's more fun to be than a Trump rally," said former United States President Donald Trump after another security breach took place during his political campaign in Pennsylvania. News agency Associated Press (AP) reported that a man stormed into the media gallery at the Johnstown rally as the Republican presidential candidate delivered his speech on Friday (Aug 30). The man almost entered the press area but was pulled down by a group of people and later subdued with a taser. BREAKING: Man tries to charge the stage as former President Trump is speaking in Pennsylvania. pic.twitter.com/T7KMWt53Zp — Leading Report (@LeadingReport) August 30, 2024 × Soon after, another person was detained from the crowd by police and taken outside. It was not clear whether the second person was related to the security breach. Also read: Why Trump stopped aid to Pakistan as president? Former NSA reveals in book The Friday incident reminded people of the assassination attempt on the 45th US president during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. Trump barely survived the attack, sustaining minor injuries to his right ear. The incident not only led to the resignation of the then-director of the US Secret Service Kim Cheatle but also to the tightening of the former president’s security. Podcaster George Behizy took to X to describe the Friday security breach, blaming the incident on “a deranged Democrat.” Also read: Trump to vote against 6-week abortion ban after facing backlash from Conservatives “A Deranged Democrat tried to breach the security at Trump’s rally in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, and got dealt with BEAUTIFULLY by the cops,” he posted on X. “They surrounded, and got him out of there within SECONDS!” he added. It was not clear what motivated the man to storm the press area. Also, there is no information available regarding his political ideology and whether he was a supporter of Donald Trump or an opponent. Trump and his supporters often criticise the media during rallies and it’s possible the man may have wanted to harass the journalists. The Friday Trump rally was hosted by the right-wing group, 'Moms for Liberty'. (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: Another security breach at Trump’s Pennsylvania rally as man storms into press gallery

As a series of at least six deadly strikes wreaked havoc on Pakistan's southern region of Balochistan on Sunday night and Monday morning, armed assailants pulled nearly two dozen civilians from their vehicles and shot them dead.

Balochistan attacks delay China-Pak airport project

Just two months left to go for the US elections and vice president Kamala Harris is leading former President Donald Trump by wide margins among women in Hispanic voters. Since Biden quit the Presidential race Harris has gained ground against Trump in National polls and that too in critical swing States. Watch WION to know more on the story.

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<p>The port city of Volos in central Greece declared a state emergency following an inundation of dead fish that local residents say could threaten their livelihoods, the state news agency announced Saturday.</p>

<p>The month-long emergency declaration issued by the climate ministry's secretary general of civil protection, Vassilis Papageorgiou, will inject funding and resources to speed up the cleaning of the Pagasetic Gulf port where tons of dead fish have piled up along the coast and in rivers, according to Athens News Agency.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Second environmental catastrophe</strong>&nbsp;</h2>

<p>It is the second environmental catastrophe to hit the port of Volos, a three-and-a-half-hour drive north of Athens after catastrophic floods hit the Thessaly region last year.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/greece-fights-dozens-of-wildfires-in-most-difficult-day-of-year-736680"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Greece fights dozens of wildfires in 'most difficult day of year'</strong></a></p>

<p>Those floods refilled a nearby lake that had been drained in 1962 in a bid to fight malaria, swelling it to three times its normal size.</p>

<p>"After the storms, Daniel and Elias last autumn, around 20,000 hectares (50,000 acres) of plains in Thessaly were flooded, and various freshwater fish were carried by rivers" to the sea, Dimitris Klaudatos, a professor of agriculture and environment at the University of Thessaly had said.</p>

<p>Since then the lake waters have receded drastically, forcing the freshwater fish toward the Volos port that empties into the Pagasetic Gulf and the Aegean Sea, where they cannot survive.</p>

<p>On Tuesday alone, authorities had removed 57 tons of the dead fish washed up on beaches near Volos.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Greece Wildfires: Greece deploys armed forces to battle blazes</strong></p>

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<p>Most of the thousands of dead fish that flooded the Pagasetic have been recovered, while two boats are completing the process Saturday, Ertnews channel reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Special nets have been placed at the mouth of the Xiria River to contain the large volume of dead fish.</p>

<p>Tourist traffic to the area has already plunged by nearly 80 per cent since last year's flooding, according to the local association of restaurants and bars.</p>

<p>"The situation with this dead fish will be the death of us," said Stefanos Stefanou, the president of the association earlier this week. "What visitor will come to our city after this?"</p>

<p>The environmental crisis has prompted an investigation by the public prosecutor.</p>

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The port city of Volos in central Greece declared a state emergency following an inundation of dead fish that local residents say could threaten their livelihoods, the state news agency announced Saturday.

The port city of Volos in central Greece declared a state emergency following an inundation of dead fish that local residents say could threaten their livelihoods, the state news agency announced Saturday. The month-long emergency declaration issued by the climate ministry's secretary general of civil protection, Vassilis Papageorgiou, will inject funding and resources to speed up the cleaning of the Pagasetic Gulf port where tons of dead fish have piled up along the coast and in rivers, according to Athens News Agency. Second environmental catastrophe It is the second environmental catastrophe to hit the port of Volos, a three-and-a-half-hour drive north of Athens after catastrophic floods hit the Thessaly region last year. Also read: Greece fights dozens of wildfires in 'most difficult day of year' Those floods refilled a nearby lake that had been drained in 1962 in a bid to fight malaria, swelling it to three times its normal size. "After the storms, Daniel and Elias last autumn, around 20,000 hectares (50,000 acres) of plains in Thessaly were flooded, and various freshwater fish were carried by rivers" to the sea, Dimitris Klaudatos, a professor of agriculture and environment at the University of Thessaly had said. Since then the lake waters have receded drastically, forcing the freshwater fish toward the Volos port that empties into the Pagasetic Gulf and the Aegean Sea, where they cannot survive. On Tuesday alone, authorities had removed 57 tons of the dead fish washed up on beaches near Volos. Watch | Greece Wildfires: Greece deploys armed forces to battle blazes × Most of the thousands of dead fish that flooded the Pagasetic have been recovered, while two boats are completing the process Saturday, Ertnews channel reported. Special nets have been placed at the mouth of the Xiria River to contain the large volume of dead fish. Tourist traffic to the area has already plunged by nearly 80 per cent since last year's flooding, according to the local association of restaurants and bars. "The situation with this dead fish will be the death of us," said Stefanos Stefanou, the president of the association earlier this week. "What visitor will come to our city after this?" The environmental crisis has prompted an investigation by the public prosecutor. 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.

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<p>The Indian embassy in Laos has rescued 47 Indians trapped in cyber-scam centres at the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Bokeo Province of Lao PDR, the embassy said in a press release, on Saturday (Aug 31).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Out of 47 Indians, Lao authorities handed over 29 Indian nationals, after their crackdown on illegal activities in Golden Triangle SEZ.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meanwhile, the other 18 had approached the embassy to seek help.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The officials from the Indian embassy in Laos, travelled from Vientiane to Bokeo, to actively liaise to help them rescue.</p>

<p>The embassy organised the transport from Bokeo to Vientiane, along with accommodation and food for the Indian nationals, upon arrival in the Laos capital.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Prashant Agrawal, ambassador of India to Lao PDR, met the group upon arrival to discuss the challenges they faced, and to advise further course of action.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;China, LAOS hold friendship shield-2024 military exercise</strong></p>

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<p>Moreover, the Indian embassy has completed all the procedural requirements of Lao authorities for their repatriation to India.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>17 more Indians to leave soon</strong></h2>

<p>Notably, 30 Indian nationals, have already safely returned from Laos to India, or are on their way, the embassy stated. The remaining 17 are only awaiting travel arrangements to be firmed up and will be leaving Laos soon.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>'Safety of Indians, a matter of top priority'</strong></h2>

<p>Agrawal said,&nbsp;"ensuring safety and well-being of Indians is a matter of top priority for the Embassy. Any request for help received from those in distress is taken up urgently and promptly and all due assistance extended."</p>

<p>The Indian embassy in Laos has so far rescued 635 Indians and ensured their safe return to India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We thank Lao authorities for their help and cooperation. We have also urged action at their end against unscrupulous elements and the matter has been raised at the highest levels," the Indian embassy in Laos said in a press release.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We strongly advise any Indian planning to take up any job offer in Lao PDR to exercise utmost care and caution, and do the due diligence thoroughly to avoid being duped," it&nbsp;added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


The Indian embassy in Laos has rescued 47 Indians trapped in cyber-scam centres at the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Bokeo Province of Lao PDR, the embassy said in a press release, on Saturday (Aug 31).

The Indian embassy in Laos has rescued 47 Indians trapped in cyber-scam centres at the Golden Triangle Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Bokeo Province of Lao PDR, the embassy said in a press release, on Saturday (Aug 31). Out of 47 Indians, Lao authorities handed over 29 Indian nationals, after their crackdown on illegal activities in Golden Triangle SEZ. Meanwhile, the other 18 had approached the embassy to seek help. Also read: Laos issues world's first-ever stamp depicting Shri Ram Lalla of Ayodhya The officials from the Indian embassy in Laos, travelled from Vientiane to Bokeo, to actively liaise to help them rescue. The embassy organised the transport from Bokeo to Vientiane, along with accommodation and food for the Indian nationals, upon arrival in the Laos capital. Prashant Agrawal, ambassador of India to Lao PDR, met the group upon arrival to discuss the challenges they faced, and to advise further course of action. Watch | China, LAOS hold friendship shield-2024 military exercise × Moreover, the Indian embassy has completed all the procedural requirements of Lao authorities for their repatriation to India. Embassy of India successfully rescues 47 Indians trapped in cyberscam centres in Golden Triangle SEZ of Lao PDR. Detailed press release below: pic.twitter.com/Ap4BTJYP7c — India in Laos (@IndianEmbLaos) August 31, 2024 × 17 more Indians to leave soon Notably, 30 Indian nationals, have already safely returned from Laos to India, or are on their way, the embassy stated. The remaining 17 are only awaiting travel arrangements to be firmed up and will be leaving Laos soon. 'Safety of Indians, a matter of top priority' Agrawal said, "ensuring safety and well-being of Indians is a matter of top priority for the Embassy. Any request for help received from those in distress is taken up urgently and promptly and all due assistance extended." The Indian embassy in Laos has so far rescued 635 Indians and ensured their safe return to India. "We thank Lao authorities for their help and cooperation. We have also urged action at their end against unscrupulous elements and the matter has been raised at the highest levels," the Indian embassy in Laos said in a press release. "We strongly advise any Indian planning to take up any job offer in Lao PDR to exercise utmost care and caution, and do the due diligence thoroughly to avoid being duped," it added. (With inputs from agencies)

Indian embassy in Laos rescues 47 Indian nationals from cyber-scam centres

US Central Command (CENTCOM) has announced that 15 Islamic State (ISIS) terrorists have been eliminated in a joint operation by American and Iraqi forces in western Iraq.

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South Korean official indicted for military leaks to China

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy fired the country's air force chief on Friday, four days after an F-16 warplane that Ukraine received from Western partners crashed during a Russian assault.

Air force commander dismissed: Zelensky says there was a need to strengthen command level

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<p>A helicopter with 22 people on board went missing in Russia's Far East on Saturday (Aug 31). In a statement, the Federal Air Transport Agency said that the Mi-8 helicopter took off close to the&nbsp;Vachkazhets volcano in the Kamchatka region, but did not arrive at its destination as scheduled.</p>

<p>It said it believed that 19 passengers and three crew members were on board.</p>

<p>Further details were awaited.</p>

<p>According to the news agency TASS, the helicopter belonged&nbsp;to the Vityaz-Aero airline which organises tourist trips on the peninsula. The Investigative Committee for Transport has launched a probe.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>A look at the Mi-8 helicopter</strong></h2>

<p>The Mi-8 is a two-engine helicopter designed in the 1960s. It is widely used in Russia, where crashes have been frequent, as well as in neighbouring countries.</p>

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<p>Mi-8 is most commonly used as a transport helicopter, but can also be used as an airborne command post, armed gunship, and reconnaissance platform.</p>

<p>It is the world's most-produced helicopter.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Russia's aviation industry hit hard by Western sanctions</strong></h2>

<p>Since Russia launched its offensive in Ukraine in February 2022, the Russian aviation industry has been hit hard by sanctions from the West. A report by The Kyiv Independent said that these sanctions include&nbsp;a ban on the ability of Russian airlines or Russian-owned aircraft&nbsp;to use EU airspace, as well as prohibiting the export of aviation-related technology, some of which is used in Russian helicopters.</p>

<p>The safety of Russian airlines has deteriorated as companies scramble to find spare parts.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A helicopter with 22 people on board went missing in Russia's Far East on Saturday (Aug 31). In a statement, the Federal Air Transport Agency said that the Mi-8 helicopter took off close to the Vachkazhets volcano in the Kamchatka region, but did not arrive at its destination as scheduled.

A helicopter with 22 people on board went missing in Russia's Far East on Saturday (Aug 31). In a statement, the Federal Air Transport Agency said that the Mi-8 helicopter took off close to the Vachkazhets volcano in the Kamchatka region, but did not arrive at its destination as scheduled. It said it believed that 19 passengers and three crew members were on board. Further details were awaited. According to the news agency TASS, the helicopter belonged to the Vityaz-Aero airline which organises tourist trips on the peninsula. The Investigative Committee for Transport has launched a probe. A look at the Mi-8 helicopter The Mi-8 is a two-engine helicopter designed in the 1960s. It is widely used in Russia, where crashes have been frequent, as well as in neighbouring countries. Also read | Ukraine to present US with list of targets in Russia to strike Mi-8 is most commonly used as a transport helicopter, but can also be used as an airborne command post, armed gunship, and reconnaissance platform. It is the world's most-produced helicopter. Russia's aviation industry hit hard by Western sanctions Since Russia launched its offensive in Ukraine in February 2022, the Russian aviation industry has been hit hard by sanctions from the West. A report by The Kyiv Independent said that these sanctions include a ban on the ability of Russian airlines or Russian-owned aircraft to use EU airspace, as well as prohibiting the export of aviation-related technology, some of which is used in Russian helicopters. The safety of Russian airlines has deteriorated as companies scramble to find spare parts. (With inputs from agencies)

Helicopter with 22 onboard goes missing in Russia's Far East, rescue operation launched

<p>Taiwan's apex court has sentenced a father and son to eight years in prison for enticing active military officers to pass on secret information about the annual Han Kuang drills to China.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The two suspects, surnamed Huang, first contacted Chinese intelligence officials in 2015, while doing business in Xiamen, according to Taiwan-based Central News Agency (CNA).&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Supreme Court of Taiwan rejected the final appeals on Thursday, making their sentences definite.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The court further ordered the High Court to conduct a new trial.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-issues-up-to-13-years-of-prison-sentences-for-8-military-officers-to-spy-for-china-752924"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Taiwan issues up to 13 years of prison sentences to 8 military officers for spying for China</strong></a></p>

<p>The suspects recruited two officers, Yeh and Su, in separate air defense and missile units, back in Taiwan.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After getting the documents promising allegiance to the cause, signed by them, Huang sent the two recruits of their spy ring on a trip overseas to meet Chinese officials.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Eight secret documents fell into the spy's hands</strong></p>

<p>The group got their hands on eight secret documents about the Han Kuang exercises. Following this, they shared the information personally with China or sent images and graphics by phone messaging software.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Huangs received USD 53,600 for their work, while Yeh was paid USD 6,582 and Su was paid USD 3,123, according to the prosecutors.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Pacific leaders reject call to break ties with Taiwan</strong></p>

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<p>Earlier in April, the Tainan branch of the Taiwan High Court ruled that the evidence was clear that the Huangs had broken the National Security Act, the Classified National Security Information Protection Act, and anti-corruption legislation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Taiwan Supreme Court on Friday, ordered the confiscation of the profits and sentenced Yeh to seven years, while Su to six years.&nbsp;</p>

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Taiwan's apex court has sentenced a father and son to eight years in prison for enticing active military officers to pass on secret information about the annual Han Kuang drills to China.

Taiwan's apex court has sentenced a father and son to eight years in prison for enticing active military officers to pass on secret information about the annual Han Kuang drills to China. The two suspects, surnamed Huang, first contacted Chinese intelligence officials in 2015, while doing business in Xiamen, according to Taiwan-based Central News Agency (CNA). The Supreme Court of Taiwan rejected the final appeals on Thursday, making their sentences definite. The court further ordered the High Court to conduct a new trial. Also read: Taiwan issues up to 13 years of prison sentences to 8 military officers for spying for China The suspects recruited two officers, Yeh and Su, in separate air defense and missile units, back in Taiwan. After getting the documents promising allegiance to the cause, signed by them, Huang sent the two recruits of their spy ring on a trip overseas to meet Chinese officials. Eight secret documents fell into the spy's hands The group got their hands on eight secret documents about the Han Kuang exercises. Following this, they shared the information personally with China or sent images and graphics by phone messaging software. The Huangs received USD 53,600 for their work, while Yeh was paid USD 6,582 and Su was paid USD 3,123, according to the prosecutors. Watch | Pacific leaders reject call to break ties with Taiwan × Earlier in April, the Tainan branch of the Taiwan High Court ruled that the evidence was clear that the Huangs had broken the National Security Act, the Classified National Security Information Protection Act, and anti-corruption legislation. The Taiwan Supreme Court on Friday, ordered the confiscation of the profits and sentenced Yeh to seven years, while Su to six years. (With inputs from agencies)

Taiwan issues 8 year prison sentence to father, son in China spy case

<p><meta name="uuid" content="uuidKMfNAud993St" />A 51-year-old Indian-origin man was arrested and charged with capital murder in connection&nbsp;with the fatal shooting of 21-year-old Muna Pandey in her apartment in Houston, United States (US).&nbsp;</p>

<p>A report by Fox News on Thursday (Aug 29) said that the attacker was identified as&nbsp;Bobby Singh Shah. He was arrested on Wednesday&nbsp;during a traffic stop in northwest Houston.</p>

<h2><strong>The discovery of the crime</strong></h2>

<p>Pandey was a&nbsp;nursing student and sales representative. The Fox News report said that Pandey was found dead&nbsp;in her apartment at 6363 West Airport Boulevard on Monday evening.</p>

<p>She was found with multiple gunshot wounds after apartment staff received an anonymous tip and contacted authorities.</p>

<p>The report added that an initial investigation led to the release of surveillance footage which showed a man exiting the 21-year-old's apartment&nbsp;two days before her body was found.</p>

<p>Authorities later identified this man as Shah, and&nbsp;the Harris County District Attorney's Office filed a capital murder charge against him.</p>

<h2><strong>GoFundMe set up for funeral expenses</strong></h2>

<p>The Fox News report also said that a GoFundMe was set up to cover the expenses of Pandey's funeral.</p>

<p>The funds would help Pandey's mother Anita&nbsp;be present for her daughter’s final journey and ensure she receives a proper farewell.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A 51-year-old Indian-origin man was arrested and charged with capital murder in connection with the fatal shooting of 21-year-old Muna Pandey in her apartment in Houston, United States (US).

A 51-year-old Indian-origin man was arrested and charged with capital murder in connection with the fatal shooting of 21-year-old Muna Pandey in her apartment in Houston, United States (US). A report by Fox News on Thursday (Aug 29) said that the attacker was identified as Bobby Singh Shah. He was arrested on Wednesday during a traffic stop in northwest Houston. The discovery of the crime Pandey was a nursing student and sales representative. The Fox News report said that Pandey was found dead in her apartment at 6363 West Airport Boulevard on Monday evening. She was found with multiple gunshot wounds after apartment staff received an anonymous tip and contacted authorities. The report added that an initial investigation led to the release of surveillance footage which showed a man exiting the 21-year-old's apartment two days before her body was found. Authorities later identified this man as Shah, and the Harris County District Attorney's Office filed a capital murder charge against him. GoFundMe set up for funeral expenses The Fox News report also said that a GoFundMe was set up to cover the expenses of Pandey's funeral. The funds would help Pandey's mother Anita be present for her daughter’s final journey and ensure she receives a proper farewell. (With inputs from agencies)

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