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<p>Former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has said that Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg called him to apologise for censoring him and assured him that he would "not support a Democrat."</p>

<p>"Mark Zuckerberg called me recently. First of all, he called me a few times. He called me after the event and he said, 'That was really amazing, it was very brave,'" Trump told Fox News in an interview.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/trumps-net-worth-has-dropped-by-900m-since-harris-entered-the-race-746512">Trump’s net worth has dropped by $900m since Kamala Harris entered the race</a></p>

<p>"He actually announced he's not gonna support a Democrat because he can't because he respected me for what I did that day," Trump said.</p>

<p>"They are working on it, and I think they’ve fixed it. I don’t believe he’s doing what he did five years ago with the $500 million," he added.</p>

<p><strong>Google is ‘censoring news about me: Trump</strong></p>

<p>Donald Trump criticised Google for allegedly censoring news and photos related to him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trump claimed that it was difficult to find any information or images regarding the failed assassination attempt on him on July 13 through Google’s platform.</p>

<p>"Google has been very bad. They’ve been very irresponsible, and I have a feeling that Google might be on the brink of being shut down because I don’t think Congress is going to tolerate it. I really don’t think so. Google needs to be careful," Trump told Fox News in the interview.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kamala-harris-becomes-official-democratic-nominee-for-us-president-746728">Kamala Harris is Democratic nominee for US president: 'I am honoured'</a></p>

<p>However, Google has refuted these claims, denying any censorship.</p>

<p>Google clarified that its autocomplete feature failed to provide predictions for searches related to the assassination attempt on former President Trump because its systems designed to safeguard against political violence were outdated.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has said that Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg called him to apologise for censoring him and assured him that he would "not support a Democrat.

Former US President and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has said that Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg called him to apologise for censoring him and assured him that he would "not support a Democrat." "Mark Zuckerberg called me recently. First of all, he called me a few times. He called me after the event and he said, 'That was really amazing, it was very brave,'" Trump told Fox News in an interview. Also read: Trump’s net worth has dropped by $900m since Kamala Harris entered the race "He actually announced he's not gonna support a Democrat because he can't because he respected me for what I did that day," Trump said. "They are working on it, and I think they’ve fixed it. I don’t believe he’s doing what he did five years ago with the $500 million," he added. Google is ‘censoring news about me: Trump Donald Trump criticised Google for allegedly censoring news and photos related to him. Trump claimed that it was difficult to find any information or images regarding the failed assassination attempt on him on July 13 through Google’s platform. "Google has been very bad. They’ve been very irresponsible, and I have a feeling that Google might be on the brink of being shut down because I don’t think Congress is going to tolerate it. I really don’t think so. Google needs to be careful," Trump told Fox News in the interview. Also read: Kamala Harris is Democratic nominee for US president: 'I am honoured' However, Google has refuted these claims, denying any censorship. Google clarified that its autocomplete feature failed to provide predictions for searches related to the assassination attempt on former President Trump because its systems designed to safeguard against political violence were outdated. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump says Zuckerberg apologised and pledged not to support democrats

<p>US Vice President Kamala Harris officially secured the Democratic Party's presidential nomination on Friday, solidifying her remarkable ascent to become the party's standard-bearer in the upcoming November showdown against Republican Donald Trump.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I am honored to be the presumptive Democratic nominee for President of the United States," Kamala Harris, said on a phone-in to a party celebration after securing enough votes by the second day of the marathon vote.</p>

<p>Notably, Kamala Harris was the only candidate on the ballot for a 5-day electronic vote of around 4,000 party meeting delegates. She will be officially crowned at a Chicago convention later this month.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/kamala-harris-dares-donald-trump-to-debate-say-it-to-my-face-745852" target="_blank">Kamala Harris dares Donald Trump to debate: 'Say it to my face!'</a></strong></p>

<p>In the two weeks since US President Joe Biden ended his reelection bid; Kamala Harris has gained full control of the party.</p>

<p>No other Democrats stepped forward to challenge her rise to the top of the ticket, making her confirmation as the first Black and South Asian woman to secure a major party's nomination a formality.</p>

<p>It is worth mentioning here, Trump's White House bid was thrown into chaos on July 21 when 81-year-old Joe Biden, withdrew his candidacy, backing Kamala Harris as the Democrat&nbsp;nominee for November elections.</p>

<p>Harris has already smashed fundraising records, packed arenas and wiped out Trump's polling leads over Biden, creating momentum that she hopes she can ride through the convention to the White House.</p>

<p>Harris is set to make her first public appearance with her running mate on Tuesday in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania—a crucial swing state. Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro, among a handful of candidates being vetted to potentially join the Kamala Harris ticket, will also be present.</p>

<p>After Philadelphia, Harris and her vice presidential pick will travel to six other locations including western Wisconsin, Detroit and Las Vegas, the campaign said.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The list of candidates under consideration for potential running mates includes Shapiro, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, US Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, and Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg.</p>

<p>The 59-year-old Harris, a former US senator and California attorney general, would be the first woman to become president of the United States if she wins through in the November election. She is the first African American and Asian person to serve as vice president.</p>

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US Vice President Kamala Harris officially secured the Democratic Party's presidential nomination on Friday, solidifying her remarkable ascent to become the party's standard-bearer in the upcoming November showdown against Republican Donald Trump.

US Vice President Kamala Harris officially secured the Democratic Party's presidential nomination on Friday, solidifying her remarkable ascent to become the party's standard-bearer in the upcoming November showdown against Republican Donald Trump. “I am honored to be the presumptive Democratic nominee for President of the United States," Kamala Harris, said on a phone-in to a party celebration after securing enough votes by the second day of the marathon vote. Notably, Kamala Harris was the only candidate on the ballot for a 5-day electronic vote of around 4,000 party meeting delegates. She will be officially crowned at a Chicago convention later this month. Also read | Kamala Harris dares Donald Trump to debate: 'Say it to my face!' In the two weeks since US President Joe Biden ended his reelection bid; Kamala Harris has gained full control of the party. No other Democrats stepped forward to challenge her rise to the top of the ticket, making her confirmation as the first Black and South Asian woman to secure a major party's nomination a formality. It is worth mentioning here, Trump's White House bid was thrown into chaos on July 21 when 81-year-old Joe Biden, withdrew his candidacy, backing Kamala Harris as the Democrat nominee for November elections. Harris has already smashed fundraising records, packed arenas and wiped out Trump's polling leads over Biden, creating momentum that she hopes she can ride through the convention to the White House. Harris is set to make her first public appearance with her running mate on Tuesday in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania—a crucial swing state. Democratic Governor Josh Shapiro, among a handful of candidates being vetted to potentially join the Kamala Harris ticket, will also be present. After Philadelphia, Harris and her vice presidential pick will travel to six other locations including western Wisconsin, Detroit and Las Vegas, the campaign said. × The list of candidates under consideration for potential running mates includes Shapiro, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear, US Senator Mark Kelly of Arizona, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, and Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg. The 59-year-old Harris, a former US senator and California attorney general, would be the first woman to become president of the United States if she wins through in the November election. She is the first African American and Asian person to serve as vice president. (With inputs from agencies)

Kamala Harris is Democratic nominee for US president: 'I am honoured'

<p>Amid heightened regional tensions in West Asia, the United States&nbsp;and the United Kingdom&nbsp;on Saturday (Aug 3)&nbsp;urged their citizens to leave Lebanon. The US embassy in Lebanon&nbsp;asked&nbsp;all of its nationals to leave the country immediately&nbsp;using "any available ticket."</p>

<p>The US embassy&nbsp;said that&nbsp;"commercial transportation options to leave Lebanon remain available" despite flight cancellations.</p>

<p>"We encourage those who wish to depart Lebanon to book any ticket available to them, even if that flight does not depart immediately or does not follow their first-choice route," the US embassy added.</p>

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<p>The UK government also issued a similar advisory.</p>

<p>"Tensions are high, and the situation could deteriorate rapidly," Foreign Minister David Lammy said in a statement. "While we are working round the clock to strengthen our consular presence in Lebanon, my message to British nationals there is clear –- leave now."</p>

<p>Earlier,&nbsp;Sweden announced the closure of its embassy in Beirut amid concerns that the Gaza war could spill over into Lebanon's territory.</p>

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<p>The recent killings of&nbsp;Hamas and Hezbollah leaders, for which Israel has been blamed, have led to increased tensions in the region. The US is also on high alert, having deployed&nbsp;additional warships and fighter jets in West Asia to help Israel defend itself in the event of attacks from Iranian proxies.</p>

<p>Earlier this week, the Indian&nbsp;embassy in Beirut also asked Indian nationals to leave the West Asian country as soon as possible.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a data-ved="2ahUKEwiK9ZDPj9mHAxXeyDgGHVM_O58QxfQBKAB6BAgPEAE" href="https://www.wionews.com/world/how-media-fell-for-amit-nakesh-the-supposed-india-israeli-mossad-agent-who-killed-hamas-chief-746807" jsname="YKoRaf" original_target="https://www.wionews.com/world/how-media-fell-for-amit-nakesh-the-supposed-india-israeli-mossad-agent-who-killed-hamas-chief-746807" ping="/url?sa=t&amp;source=web&amp;rct=j&amp;opi=89978449&amp;url=https://www.wionews.com/world/how-media-fell-for-amit-nakesh-the-supposed-india-israeli-mossad-agent-who-killed-hamas-chief-746807&amp;ved=2ahUKEwiK9ZDPj9mHAxXeyDgGHVM_O58QxfQBKAB6BAgPEAE" saprocessedanchor="true">Who killed Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh? Turkish media had the answer but quickly found out the truth</a></strong></p>

<p>“In view of the recent escalations in the region, Indian nationals are advised to avoid all non-essential travel to Lebanon,” the Embassy said in a statement. “All Indian nationals in Lebanon are advised to exercise caution, restrict their movements and remain in contact with the Embassy of India in Beirut through their email id: cons.beirut@mea.gov.in or the emergency phone number +96176860128,” the Indian embassy stated.</p>

<p>Australia and Canada have also urged their citizens to leave the country.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Amid heightened regional tensions in West Asia, the United States and the United Kingdom on Saturday (Aug 3) urged their citizens to leave Lebanon. The US embassy in Lebanon asked all of its nationals to leave the country immediately using "any available ticket.

Amid heightened regional tensions in West Asia, the United States and the United Kingdom on Saturday (Aug 3) urged their citizens to leave Lebanon. The US embassy in Lebanon asked all of its nationals to leave the country immediately using "any available ticket." The US embassy said that "commercial transportation options to leave Lebanon remain available" despite flight cancellations. "We encourage those who wish to depart Lebanon to book any ticket available to them, even if that flight does not depart immediately or does not follow their first-choice route," the US embassy added. U.S. Embassy Beirut notes several airlines have suspended or cancelled flights, and many flights have sold out; however, commercial transportation options to leave Lebanon remain available.  We encourage those who wish to depart Lebanon to book any ticket available to them, even… — U.S. Embassy Beirut (@usembassybeirut) August 3, 2024 × The UK government also issued a similar advisory. "Tensions are high, and the situation could deteriorate rapidly," Foreign Minister David Lammy said in a statement. "While we are working round the clock to strengthen our consular presence in Lebanon, my message to British nationals there is clear –- leave now." Earlier, Sweden announced the closure of its embassy in Beirut amid concerns that the Gaza war could spill over into Lebanon's territory. Also read: Iran expects Hezbollah to hit deeper inside Israel after commander`s killing The recent killings of Hamas and Hezbollah leaders, for which Israel has been blamed, have led to increased tensions in the region. The US is also on high alert, having deployed additional warships and fighter jets in West Asia to help Israel defend itself in the event of attacks from Iranian proxies. Earlier this week, the Indian embassy in Beirut also asked Indian nationals to leave the West Asian country as soon as possible. Also read: Who killed Hamas chief Ismail Haniyeh? Turkish media had the answer but quickly found out the truth “In view of the recent escalations in the region, Indian nationals are advised to avoid all non-essential travel to Lebanon,” the Embassy said in a statement. “All Indian nationals in Lebanon are advised to exercise caution, restrict their movements and remain in contact with the Embassy of India in Beirut through their email id: cons.beirut@mea.gov.in or the emergency phone number +96176860128,” the Indian embassy stated. Australia and Canada have also urged their citizens to leave the country. (With inputs from agencies)

US, UK ask their nationals to leave Lebanon immediately amid heightened tensions

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<p>A hospital in China has made history by performing a surgery where the surgeon was located 5,000 km away from the patient. Using cutting-edge technology and extensive research, a team of doctors enabled one of their colleagues in Shanghai to remotely control a machine that removed a lung tumour in just an hour. A video of this groundbreaking procedure has gone viral on social media.</p>

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<p>“A surgeon in China successfully removed a lung tumour from a patient while being 5000 km away. The doctor operated the machine remotely from his office in Shanghai, while the patient was in Kashgar, located on the opposite side of the country. The entire operation was completed in an hour,” wrote stock market trader and expert, Naresh Nambisan, while sharing the video on X.</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Gravitas: A new undergraduate marriage program in China</strong></p>

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<p>According to a statement by the Shanghai municipality's information office, doctors from Shanghai Chest Hospital performed this medical feat after "detailed clinical research" and working with "domestically-made surgical robots."</p>

<p>Dr Luo Qingquan, the surgeon leading the operation, performed it with the help of a few assistants.</p>

<p>"The success of this surgery is a milestone to show the clinical capability of a domestically-made surgical robot, which can bring more benefit to patients, especially those in remote and rural regions," Luo said.</p>

<p>"Remote Robotic minimal access surgery is the future trend. And it is already here. Medical science has progressed so much, yet we do not know the multitude of things in the human body. That is the way medical science progresses, gradually," a user commented under the post.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/antarctic-temperatures-rise-10c-above-average-experts-are-calling-it-a-near-record-heatwave-746539">Antarctic temperatures rise 10C above average, experts are calling it a near-record heatwave</a></strong></p>

<p>"Performing this kind of remote robotic surgery a 'medical miracle'! Robotic surgery with the surgeon around is being done well now," wrote another.</p>

<p>"I wonder if this is going to be possible in robotic spine surgery as we still need the master to control the tool to insert implants into spinal bones. Robotic spine surgery has a long way to go before this possibility to be a reality. I wish I can see this happen in my professional career," commented&nbsp;a third.</p>

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A hospital in China has made history by performing a surgery where the surgeon was located 5,000 km away from the patient. Using cutting-edge technology and extensive research, a team of doctors enabled one of their colleagues in Shanghai to remotely control a machine that removed a lung tumour in just an hour.

A hospital in China has made history by performing a surgery where the surgeon was located 5,000 km away from the patient. Using cutting-edge technology and extensive research, a team of doctors enabled one of their colleagues in Shanghai to remotely control a machine that removed a lung tumour in just an hour. A video of this groundbreaking procedure has gone viral on social media. A surgeon in China successfully removed a lung tumor from a patient while being 5000 km away. The doctor operated the machine remotely from his office in Shanghai, while the patient was in Kashgar, located on the opposite side of the country. The entire operation was completed in… pic.twitter.com/8VQrpnvtS0 — Naresh Nambisan | നരേഷ് (@nareshbahrain) August 2, 2024 × “A surgeon in China successfully removed a lung tumour from a patient while being 5000 km away. The doctor operated the machine remotely from his office in Shanghai, while the patient was in Kashgar, located on the opposite side of the country. The entire operation was completed in an hour,” wrote stock market trader and expert, Naresh Nambisan, while sharing the video on X. Watch | Gravitas: A new undergraduate marriage program in China × According to a statement by the Shanghai municipality's information office, doctors from Shanghai Chest Hospital performed this medical feat after "detailed clinical research" and working with "domestically-made surgical robots." Dr Luo Qingquan, the surgeon leading the operation, performed it with the help of a few assistants. "The success of this surgery is a milestone to show the clinical capability of a domestically-made surgical robot, which can bring more benefit to patients, especially those in remote and rural regions," Luo said. "Remote Robotic minimal access surgery is the future trend. And it is already here. Medical science has progressed so much, yet we do not know the multitude of things in the human body. That is the way medical science progresses, gradually," a user commented under the post. Also read: Antarctic temperatures rise 10C above average, experts are calling it a near-record heatwave "Performing this kind of remote robotic surgery a 'medical miracle'! Robotic surgery with the surgeon around is being done well now," wrote another. "I wonder if this is going to be possible in robotic spine surgery as we still need the master to control the tool to insert implants into spinal bones. Robotic spine surgery has a long way to go before this possibility to be a reality. I wish I can see this happen in my professional career," commented a third. (With inputs from agencies)

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Airlines from the US, Europe, and Asia have suspended flights to Israel and Lebanon, citing security concerns following recent developments in the Middle East. Watch in for more details!

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Iran said on Saturday it expects Lebanon's Tehran-backed Hezbollah group to hit deeper inside Israel and no longer be confined to military targets after Israel killed the Hezbollah military commander. Watch in for more details!

Iran wants Hezbollah's response to not be limited to military targets

Iran wants Hezbollah to not limit its attack on Israel's military

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<p>The Iranian government&nbsp;on Saturday (Aug 3) said that it expected Iran-backed Hezbollah&nbsp;to hit deeper inside Israel and no longer be confined to military targets after Israel killed the Lebanon-based&nbsp;militant group's commander. On Tuesday, an Israeli strike killed&nbsp;Hezbollah commander Fuad Shukr in Beirut. The Lebanese health ministry said that five civilians were also killed in the strike.</p>

<p>Since the war between Israel and Hamas began in October last year,&nbsp;Hezbollah has been exchanging near-daily fire with Israeli forces, saying it is targeting military positions over the border.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/and-the-purge-begins-iran-detains-top-intelligence-military-officers-after-haniyehs-killing-746850">Iran says Israel used 'short-range projectile' with 7 kg warhead to kill Hamas leader Haniyeh</a></strong></p>

<p>Iran's mission to the United Nations (UN) told state media that Tehran expected, "Hezbollah to choose more targets and (strike) deeper in its response."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Secondly, that it will not limit its response to military targets," the mission added.</p>

<h2><strong>Shukr responsible for Golan Heights strike</strong></h2>

<p>Israel said that&nbsp;Shukr was responsible for the strike that killed 12 people&nbsp;in the annexed Golan Heights and had directed Hezbollah's attacks on Israel since the Gaza war began.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Iran's UN mission&nbsp;on Saturday said&nbsp;that Hezbollah and the Israeli military&nbsp;observed certain lines&nbsp;including limiting strikes to border areas and military targets. The strike that killed Shukr crossed that line, the mission added.</p>

<h2><strong>Hezbollah's warning to Israel</strong></h2>

<p>Hours after Shukr's killing, Hamas' political bureau chief Ismail Haniyeh was killed in a pre-dawn strike on his&nbsp;accommodation in Tehran. Israel has not yet commented on Haniyeh's assassination.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Humiliated by Haniyeh's killing in Tehran, Iran acts</strong></p>

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<p>On Thursday, Hezbollah chief Hassan Nasrallah said Israel and "those who are behind it must await our inevitable response" to the killings of both Shukr and Haniyeh.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Iranian government on Saturday (Aug 3) said that it expected Iran-backed Hezbollah to hit deeper inside Israel and no longer be confined to military targets after Israel killed the Lebanon-based militant group's commander.

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<p>Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)&nbsp;in a statement Saturday (Aug 3) said that Hamas&nbsp;leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Tehran by a short-range projectile with a warhead of about seven&nbsp;kilograms. The IRGC also warned that Iranian&nbsp;revenge for the attack will be "severe and (taken) at an appropriate time, place, and manner."</p>

<p>However, a New York Times report earlier claimed that a bomb smuggled into Iran months ago was used by Israel to take down the Hamas leader.</p>

<p>Iran earlier&nbsp;detained several top intelligence officers and military personnel&nbsp;in the aftermath of the killing of the Hamas leader. Staff members of the guest house where&nbsp;Haniyeh was staying in Tehran were also arrested, reported the New York Times.</p>

<p>A specialised intelligence unit of the Revolutionary Guards Corps is leading the investigation against the suspected moles inside the regime.</p>

<p>Earlier, Iranian security forces also conducted detailed searches at the guesthouse compound. Security personnel and guards responsible for&nbsp;Haniyeh's security were also interrogated and electronic devices from the site were confiscated.</p>

<h2><strong>Israel hired Israeli security agents to kill Haniyeh</strong></h2>

<p>Although Israel has not claimed responsibility for the fatal attack on Haniyeh, media reports claim the Jewish nation had hired Iranian security agents to do the job. The Hamas leader was visiting Tehran for the inauguration of Iran's new president. The attack is being considered as an embarrassing intelligence failure on the part of the Shi'ite nation.</p>

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<p>The Iranian regime has accused Israel of orchestrating the killing, saying the United States had also greenlighted the attack.</p>

<p>According to Iranian intelligence, Israeli spy agency&nbsp;Mossad hired the assassins from the Ansar-al-Mahdi protection unit, a group responsible for providing security cover to high-ranking officials in and outside Iran.</p>

<h2><strong>Israeli network still active in Iran?</strong></h2>

<p>In the days leading up to Haniyeh's killing,&nbsp;Iranian&nbsp;Minister of Intelligence, Seyed Esmaeil Khatib, had claimed success in eliminating a Mossad spy network in the country.</p>

<p>However, Haniyeh's killing has now laid bare the reality on the ground, as Tehran scrambles to identify suspects in the high-profile killing case.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:Humiliated by Haniyeh's killing in Tehran, Iran acts</strong></p>

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<p>According to experts, the narrative that this&nbsp;incident has formed among the Iranian public is not in the interests of the theocratic regime of the country.</p>

<p>"The perception that Iran can neither protect its homeland nor its key allies could be fatal for the Iranian regime because it basically signals to its foes that if they can't topple the Islamic Republic, they can decapitate it," Ali Vaez, Iran director for the International Crisis Group, was quoted as saying by New York Times.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in a statement Saturday (Aug 3) said that Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Tehran by a short-range projectile with a warhead of about seven kilograms.

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in a statement Saturday (Aug 3) said that Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Tehran by a short-range projectile with a warhead of about seven kilograms. The IRGC also warned that Iranian revenge for the attack will be "severe and (taken) at an appropriate time, place, and manner." However, a New York Times report earlier claimed that a bomb smuggled into Iran months ago was used by Israel to take down the Hamas leader. Iran earlier detained several top intelligence officers and military personnel in the aftermath of the killing of the Hamas leader. Staff members of the guest house where Haniyeh was staying in Tehran were also arrested, reported the New York Times. A specialised intelligence unit of the Revolutionary Guards Corps is leading the investigation against the suspected moles inside the regime. Earlier, Iranian security forces also conducted detailed searches at the guesthouse compound. Security personnel and guards responsible for Haniyeh's security were also interrogated and electronic devices from the site were confiscated. Israel hired Israeli security agents to kill Haniyeh Although Israel has not claimed responsibility for the fatal attack on Haniyeh, media reports claim the Jewish nation had hired Iranian security agents to do the job. The Hamas leader was visiting Tehran for the inauguration of Iran's new president. The attack is being considered as an embarrassing intelligence failure on the part of the Shi'ite nation. Also read: Israel's Mossad hired Iranian agents to plant bomb in Hamas chief`s guesthouse room: Report The Iranian regime has accused Israel of orchestrating the killing, saying the United States had also greenlighted the attack. According to Iranian intelligence, Israeli spy agency Mossad hired the assassins from the Ansar-al-Mahdi protection unit, a group responsible for providing security cover to high-ranking officials in and outside Iran. Israeli network still active in Iran? In the days leading up to Haniyeh's killing, Iranian Minister of Intelligence, Seyed Esmaeil Khatib, had claimed success in eliminating a Mossad spy network in the country. However, Haniyeh's killing has now laid bare the reality on the ground, as Tehran scrambles to identify suspects in the high-profile killing case. Watch:Humiliated by Haniyeh's killing in Tehran, Iran acts × According to experts, the narrative that this incident has formed among the Iranian public is not in the interests of the theocratic regime of the country. "The perception that Iran can neither protect its homeland nor its key allies could be fatal for the Iranian regime because it basically signals to its foes that if they can't topple the Islamic Republic, they can decapitate it," Ali Vaez, Iran director for the International Crisis Group, was quoted as saying by New York Times. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>At least 32 people were killed and 63 others were injured in an explosion on the popular Lido beach area in Somalia's capital&nbsp;Mogadishu on Friday (Aug 2). Citing state media, a report by the news agency Reuters said that the attack was blamed on the al-Qaeda-linked, al Shabab. The explosion took place at a restaurant on&nbsp;the beach area.</p>

<p>This was the deadliest attack in Somalia&nbsp;since twin car bombs detonated near a busy market intersection in October 2022, killing at least 100 people and wounding 300 others.</p>

<p>Al Shabab claimed responsibility for the attack&nbsp;in a post on a pro-Shabaab website.</p>

<h2><strong>'A peaceful evening shattered'</strong></h2>

<p>According to police spokesperson Abdifatah Aden, one of the attackers had blown himself up while three others had been killed by security forces. Additionally, one attacker was captured alive and one soldier was killed during the assault.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Hassan Farah, a survivor, described the shock as the explosion shattered a peaceful evening. Speaking to Reuters, Farah said he was at the restaurant "when I saw a big man running, in a second there was something like lightning and a huge blast."</p>

<p>"We were covered with smoke. Inside and outside the restaurant many people were lying on the floor while others were bleeding and crying," Farah added.</p>

<p>Videos posted on X showed bodies lying on the beach in the dark, and people running to safety.</p>

<p>Local media reported that hospitals&nbsp;appealed for blood donations following the influx of wounded.</p>

<h2><strong>Reactions to the attack</strong></h2>

<p>In a post on X, former Somali Prime Minister&nbsp;Hassan Ali Khaire said, "The fact that the terrorist attack coincides with this night when the beach is the most congested shows the hostility of the terrorists to the Somali people."</p>

<p>Meanwhile,&nbsp;Faki Mahamat, chairman of the African Union&nbsp;Commission, labelled the attack&nbsp;"horrific" and "callous."</p>

<p>The Lido area has been the target of previous attacks, including a six-hour al Shabab siege of a beachside hotel last year, which left six civilians dead and 10 wounded.</p>

<p>The al-Qaeda-linked group controlled a vast area of&nbsp;Somalia&nbsp;before being pushed back in government counter offensives in 2022. However, the militants remain capable of launching significant attacks on government, commercial, and military targets.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


At least 32 people were killed and 63 others were injured in an explosion on the popular Lido beach area in Somalia's capital Mogadishu on Friday (Aug 2). Citing state media, a report by the news agency Reuters said that the attack was blamed on the al-Qaeda-linked, al Shabab.

At least 32 people were killed and 63 others were injured in an explosion on the popular Lido beach area in Somalia's capital Mogadishu on Friday (Aug 2). Citing state media, a report by the news agency Reuters said that the attack was blamed on the al-Qaeda-linked, al Shabab. The explosion took place at a restaurant on the beach area. This was the deadliest attack in Somalia since twin car bombs detonated near a busy market intersection in October 2022, killing at least 100 people and wounding 300 others. Al Shabab claimed responsibility for the attack in a post on a pro-Shabaab website. 'A peaceful evening shattered' According to police spokesperson Abdifatah Aden, one of the attackers had blown himself up while three others had been killed by security forces. Additionally, one attacker was captured alive and one soldier was killed during the assault. Also read | Somalia president nullifies Ethiopia-Somaliland port deal. Here are the details Hassan Farah, a survivor, described the shock as the explosion shattered a peaceful evening. Speaking to Reuters, Farah said he was at the restaurant "when I saw a big man running, in a second there was something like lightning and a huge blast." "We were covered with smoke. Inside and outside the restaurant many people were lying on the floor while others were bleeding and crying," Farah added. Videos posted on X showed bodies lying on the beach in the dark, and people running to safety. Local media reported that hospitals appealed for blood donations following the influx of wounded. Reactions to the attack In a post on X, former Somali Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire said, "The fact that the terrorist attack coincides with this night when the beach is the most congested shows the hostility of the terrorists to the Somali people." Meanwhile, Faki Mahamat, chairman of the African Union Commission, labelled the attack "horrific" and "callous." The Lido area has been the target of previous attacks, including a six-hour al Shabab siege of a beachside hotel last year, which left six civilians dead and 10 wounded. The al-Qaeda-linked group controlled a vast area of Somalia before being pushed back in government counter offensives in 2022. However, the militants remain capable of launching significant attacks on government, commercial, and military targets. (With inputs from agencies)

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