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Protesters took to the streets across Venezuela on Tuesday, demanding that President Nicolas Maduro acknowledge he lost Sunday's election to the opposition, as a major international observer concluded the vote was undemocratic.

The protests, which the government denounced as an attempted "coup," began on Monday after the South American country's electoral authority declared that Maduro had won a third term with 51% of votes to extend a quarter-century of socialist rule.

The opposition, which considers the election body to be in the pocket of a dictatorial government, says its candidate Edmundo Gonzalez had more than twice as many votes as Maduro based on the 90% of vote tallies it has been able to access.

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At least 11 people have been killed in different parts of the country since the election in incidents related to the count or associated protests, according to rights group Foro Penal.

The U.S.-based Carter Center, which observed the vote, said in a statement late on Tuesday the election "did not meet international standards of electoral integrity and cannot be considered democratic."

The electoral authority's failure to publish disaggregated results amounts to a "serious breach," it added, outlining what it determined to be a deeply flawed process from start to finish.

Many countries have called on Venezuela to make the vote tally public and U.S. sources said Washington was considering fresh sanctions on individuals linked to the election unless there was greater transparency.

On Tuesday, both Maduro and his top legislative ally accused Gonzalez and opposition leader Maria Corina Machado of fomenting violence in the aftermath of the vote.

In a winding speech broadcast on state television, Maduro declared that opposition protesters had battered civilians and started fires, demanding that Gonzalez answer for them.

"Respond to that you coward!" Maduro shouted, after saying both Gonzalez and Machado should be held accountable.

Jorge Rodriguez, the head of the Congress for Maduro's ruling socialists, was more direct in a speech earlier in the day, insisting that both opposition figures must be arrested for the crimes of the protesters.

"Their bosses should go to prison," he told lawmakers, accusing Gonzalez of leading a "fascist conspiracy."

Costa Rica said it was prepared to give political asylum to Machado and Gonzalez. On X, Machado thanked the government but said her priority was to "continue this struggle" from Venezuela.

The embattled Maduro, who also called for more marches, said in his speech that his government was reaching out to both China and Russia for help with alleged attacks on the electoral authority's systems, blaming billionaire Elon Musk for them without presenting evidence.

Echoing other officials, Maduro's defense minister, General Vladimir Padrino, declared that there was a "coup in progress" but insisted that the country's armed forces would help defeat it.

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The 61-year-old president is a former union leader and foreign minister who won an election after former President Hugo Chavez's death in 2013. Maduro was re-elected in 2018 in a vote the opposition says was fraudulent.

He has presided over an economic collapse and a mass exodus of Venezuelans, while U.S. and EU sanctions have crippled an already struggling oil industry.

A Maduro win could spur more migration from Venezuela, once the continent's wealthiest country, which in recent years has seen a third of its population leave.

'FRAUD BY THE REGIME'

Opposition leader Machado was barred from running in the election but spearheaded Gonzalez's campaign. For the first time on Tuesday she accused Maduro's government of a corrupt vote count.

"What we are fighting here is a fraud by the regime," Machado said, while urging peaceful protest.

A large crowd, many waving Venezuelan flags, chanted: "We are not afraid!"

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"Edmundo is the president. We know he won the election," said 27-year-old brokerage worker Andrea Garcia. "We want to live in the Venezuela that our parents had, where there wasn't hunger in the streets."

The opposition has long denounced obstacles over candidate registrations, detentions of opposition members and even a confusing ballot lay-out.

The Carter Center agreed with those criticisms in its statement.

"Authorities frequently attempted to restrict the opposition's campaign activities," it said. "This included harassment or intimidation of people who provided services or goods to the main opposition campaign."

The CNE electoral authority, which formally proclaimed Maduro president for the 2025-2031 term on Monday, demonstrated clear bias in his favor, the Center added, while in-country voters faced short registration deadlines and most of the country's large diaspora was disenfranchised arbitrarily.

But the opposition's options going forward appear limited given the military has shown no sign it will break from its long-standing support for Maduro and previous cycles of anti-government protests and sanctions have failed to dislodge him.

Opposition protesters marched in several cities on Tuesday. In some locations Reuters witnesses saw protesters attacked by security forces. Many stores remained closed.

In Valencia, a protester spray-painted "fraud" on the road.

At pro-Maduro demonstrations, meanwhile, marchers danced and motorcycle-riding supporters revved their engines, insisting the election is over.

"We're here to peacefully support an election which has already given its result," said teacher Carmen Torres, 36, adding that despite some doubts she preferred Maduro to a "neoliberal" government.

On Monday, protesters had blocked roads, lit fires and threw petrol bombs at police, and police responded by firing tear gas.

In Coro, capital of Falcon state, on the Caribbean coast, protesters cheered when they tore down a statue of Chavez, Maduro's mentor who ruled from 1999-2013.

Amid the dueling protests, security agents arrested at least two more opposition leaders.

Voluntad Popular's national coordinator Freddy Superlano was detained, as was Ricardo Estevez, a senior official with Vente Venezuela, the parties said in posts on X.

Many Venezuelans have said any decision they make on whether to join the exodus from the country would be dependent on the election.

"It feels like I no longer have anything to do here in Venezuela," said 23-year-old graduate Jorge Salcedo in Caracas.

"We'll start from scratch in another country ... We live in a country with repression, and we live in a country under dictatorship. It was our last chance."

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.

Protesters took to the streets across Venezuela on Tuesday, demanding that President Nicolas Maduro acknowledge he lost Sunday's election to the opposition, as a major international observer concluded the vote was undemocratic.

Protesters took to the streets across Venezuela on Tuesday, demanding that President Nicolas Maduro acknowledge he lost Sunday's election to the opposition, as a major international observer concluded the vote was undemocratic. The protests, which the government denounced as an attempted "coup," began on Monday after the South American country's electoral authority declared that Maduro had won a third term with 51% of votes to extend a quarter-century of socialist rule. The opposition, which considers the election body to be in the pocket of a dictatorial government, says its candidate Edmundo Gonzalez had more than twice as many votes as Maduro based on the 90% of vote tallies it has been able to access. Also read: Venezuelans protest Maduro's re-election after 'exceptional' poll manipulation At least 11 people have been killed in different parts of the country since the election in incidents related to the count or associated protests, according to rights group Foro Penal. The U.S.-based Carter Center, which observed the vote, said in a statement late on Tuesday the election "did not meet international standards of electoral integrity and cannot be considered democratic." The electoral authority's failure to publish disaggregated results amounts to a "serious breach," it added, outlining what it determined to be a deeply flawed process from start to finish. Many countries have called on Venezuela to make the vote tally public and U.S. sources said Washington was considering fresh sanctions on individuals linked to the election unless there was greater transparency. On Tuesday, both Maduro and his top legislative ally accused Gonzalez and opposition leader Maria Corina Machado of fomenting violence in the aftermath of the vote. In a winding speech broadcast on state television, Maduro declared that opposition protesters had battered civilians and started fires, demanding that Gonzalez answer for them. "Respond to that you coward!" Maduro shouted, after saying both Gonzalez and Machado should be held accountable. Jorge Rodriguez, the head of the Congress for Maduro's ruling socialists, was more direct in a speech earlier in the day, insisting that both opposition figures must be arrested for the crimes of the protesters. "Their bosses should go to prison," he told lawmakers, accusing Gonzalez of leading a "fascist conspiracy." Costa Rica said it was prepared to give political asylum to Machado and Gonzalez. On X, Machado thanked the government but said her priority was to "continue this struggle" from Venezuela. The embattled Maduro, who also called for more marches, said in his speech that his government was reaching out to both China and Russia for help with alleged attacks on the electoral authority's systems, blaming billionaire Elon Musk for them without presenting evidence. Echoing other officials, Maduro's defense minister, General Vladimir Padrino, declared that there was a "coup in progress" but insisted that the country's armed forces would help defeat it. Also read | Venezuela elections: Meet María Corina Machado, the 'Iron Lady' slaying her way to challenge President Maduro The 61-year-old president is a former union leader and foreign minister who won an election after former President Hugo Chavez's death in 2013. Maduro was re-elected in 2018 in a vote the opposition says was fraudulent. He has presided over an economic collapse and a mass exodus of Venezuelans, while U.S. and EU sanctions have crippled an already struggling oil industry. A Maduro win could spur more migration from Venezuela, once the continent's wealthiest country, which in recent years has seen a third of its population leave. 'FRAUD BY THE REGIME' Opposition leader Machado was barred from running in the election but spearheaded Gonzalez's campaign. For the first time on Tuesday she accused Maduro's government of a corrupt vote count. "What we are fighting here is a fraud by the regime," Machado said, while urging peaceful protest. A large crowd, many waving Venezuelan flags, chanted: "We are not afraid!" Also read | Who is Nicolas Maduro, Venezuela's bus driver-turned-president, who won yet another term? "Edmundo is the president. We know he won the election," said 27-year-old brokerage worker Andrea Garcia. "We want to live in the Venezuela that our parents had, where there wasn't hunger in the streets." The opposition has long denounced obstacles over candidate registrations, detentions of opposition members and even a confusing ballot lay-out. The Carter Center agreed with those criticisms in its statement. "Authorities frequently attempted to restrict the opposition's campaign activities," it said. "This included harassment or intimidation of people who provided services or goods to the main opposition campaign." The CNE electoral authority, which formally proclaimed Maduro president for the 2025-2031 term on Monday, demonstrated clear bias in his favor, the Center added, while in-country voters faced short registration deadlines and most of the country's large diaspora was disenfranchised arbitrarily. But the opposition's options going forward appear limited given the military has shown no sign it will break from its long-standing support for Maduro and previous cycles of anti-government protests and sanctions have failed to dislodge him. Opposition protesters marched in several cities on Tuesday. In some locations Reuters witnesses saw protesters attacked by security forces. Many stores remained closed. In Valencia, a protester spray-painted "fraud" on the road. At pro-Maduro demonstrations, meanwhile, marchers danced and motorcycle-riding supporters revved their engines, insisting the election is over. "We're here to peacefully support an election which has already given its result," said teacher Carmen Torres, 36, adding that despite some doubts she preferred Maduro to a "neoliberal" government. On Monday, protesters had blocked roads, lit fires and threw petrol bombs at police, and police responded by firing tear gas. In Coro, capital of Falcon state, on the Caribbean coast, protesters cheered when they tore down a statue of Chavez, Maduro's mentor who ruled from 1999-2013. Amid the dueling protests, security agents arrested at least two more opposition leaders. Voluntad Popular's national coordinator Freddy Superlano was detained, as was Ricardo Estevez, a senior official with Vente Venezuela, the parties said in posts on X. Many Venezuelans have said any decision they make on whether to join the exodus from the country would be dependent on the election. "It feels like I no longer have anything to do here in Venezuela," said 23-year-old graduate Jorge Salcedo in Caracas. "We'll start from scratch in another country ... We live in a country with repression, and we live in a country under dictatorship. It was our last chance." 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.

'We are not afraid': Venezuelan opposition puts up peaceful resistance

The Palestinian militant group Hamas in a statement&nbsp;released on Wednesday (July 31) confirmed that Ismail Haniyeh, their leader, was killed in Tehran.

It said that the Hamas leader was killed in "a treacherous Zionist raid on his residence in Tehran".

"Brother, leader, mujahid Ismail Haniyeh, the head of the movement, died in a Zionist strike on his headquarters in Tehran after he participated in the inauguration of the new (Iranian) president," added the group.

The Hamas leader was in Iran for the inauguration ceremony of Iran's new president. On Tuesday (July 30), Haniyeh&nbsp;attended the inauguration of Iran's new president&nbsp;Masoud Pezeshkian. He also&nbsp;met Iran's Supreme Leader Seyyed Ali Hosseini Khamenei.

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Ismail Haniyeh and one of his bodyguards were killed after his residence&nbsp;in Tehran, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed in a statement.&nbsp;

"The residence of Ismail Haniyeh, head of the political office of Hamas Islamic Resistance, was hit in Tehran, and as a result of this incident, him and one of his bodyguards were martyred," said the IRGC Sepah news website.

A statement by the IRGC's Public Relations Department said the attack happened early on&nbsp;Wednesday and a probe is underway to find the cause of the incident.

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"Early this morning, the residence of Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran was struck, resulting in his and one of his body guards' martyrdom. The cause is under investigation and will be announced soon," it said.

The statement, as per Iran International,&nbsp;extended condolences to the Palestinian people, the Muslim community, and the fighters of the Resistance Front.

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As per Reuters, Haniyeh was appointed to the&nbsp;Hamas&nbsp;top job in 2017. He moved between Turkey and Qatar's capital Doha, escaping the travel curbs of the blockaded Gaza Strip, acting&nbsp;as a negotiator in ceasefire talks with Israel and participating in talks with Hamas' ally Iran.

(With inputs from agencies)

The Palestinian militant group Hamas in a statement released on Wednesday (July 31) confirmed that Ismail Haniyeh, their leader, was killed in Tehran. It said that the Hamas leader was killed in "a treacherous Zionist raid on his residence in Tehran".

The Palestinian militant group Hamas in a statement released on Wednesday (July 31) confirmed that Ismail Haniyeh, their leader, was killed in Tehran. It said that the Hamas leader was killed in "a treacherous Zionist raid on his residence in Tehran". "Brother, leader, mujahid Ismail Haniyeh, the head of the movement, died in a Zionist strike on his headquarters in Tehran after he participated in the inauguration of the new (Iranian) president," added the group. The Hamas leader was in Iran for the inauguration ceremony of Iran's new president. On Tuesday (July 30), Haniyeh attended the inauguration of Iran's new president Masoud Pezeshkian. He also met Iran's Supreme Leader Seyyed Ali Hosseini Khamenei. Also read | Explained: Who was Ismail Haniyeh? Hamas leader who masterminded attack on Israel, while sitting in Doha IRGC confirms the attack Ismail Haniyeh and one of his bodyguards were killed after his residence in Tehran, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed in a statement. "The residence of Ismail Haniyeh, head of the political office of Hamas Islamic Resistance, was hit in Tehran, and as a result of this incident, him and one of his bodyguards were martyred," said the IRGC Sepah news website. A statement by the IRGC's Public Relations Department said the attack happened early on Wednesday and a probe is underway to find the cause of the incident. Also read | Who is Faud Shukr? The Hezbollah 'senior terrorist' Israel claims to have 'eliminated' in Beirut "Early this morning, the residence of Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran was struck, resulting in his and one of his body guards' martyrdom. The cause is under investigation and will be announced soon," it said. The statement, as per Iran International, extended condolences to the Palestinian people, the Muslim community, and the fighters of the Resistance Front. Hamiyeh's appointment as top Hamas job As per Reuters, Haniyeh was appointed to the Hamas top job in 2017. He moved between Turkey and Qatar's capital Doha, escaping the travel curbs of the blockaded Gaza Strip, acting as a negotiator in ceasefire talks with Israel and participating in talks with Hamas' ally Iran. (With inputs from agencies)

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh killed in a ' treacherous Zionist raid' in Tehran: IRGC confirms fatal attack

Israel has claimed to have killed Hezbollah's most senior military commander in its strike on Lebanon's capital Beirut. Hezbollah and Lebanese authorities have not yet confirmed the death. At least three people were killed in the Israeli strike targeting the Hezbollah commander. Watch to know more.

Top Hezbollah commander killed in Israeli strike on Beirut

The Palestinian militant group Hamas confirmed that&nbsp;their leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Tehran, Iran.

Israel on Tuesday (Jul&nbsp;30) announced that it has "eliminated" Faud Shukr, an elusive Hezbollah military commander.&nbsp;

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The Palestinian militant group Hamas confirmed that their leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Tehran, Iran. Israel on Tuesday (Jul 30) announced that it has "eliminated" Faud Shukr, an elusive Hezbollah military commander.

The Palestinian militant group Hamas confirmed that their leader Ismail Haniyeh was killed in Tehran, Iran. Israel on Tuesday (Jul 30) announced that it has "eliminated" Faud Shukr, an elusive Hezbollah military commander. In other news, French President Emmanuel Macron landed in another controversy after he was caught kissing and embracing Sports Minister Amélie Oudéa-Castéra. Click on the links to read more... Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh killed in Tehran: IRGC confirms fatal attack Haniyeh and one of his bodyguards were killed at his residence in Tehran, Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed in a statement Who is Faud Shukr? Hezbollah 'senior terrorist' Israel says it 'eliminated' Israel on Tuesday (Jul 30) announced that it has "eliminated" Faud Shukr, an elusive Hezbollah military commander. Accusing Shukr of being behind the rocket strike on the annexed Golan strike. Explained | Who was Ismail Haniyeh? Hamas leader who masterminded attack on Israel, while sitting in Doha Haniyeh's links with Hamas started in the mid-1990s. He rose through the positions of Hamas. Haniyeh's initiatives during the Second Intifada brought him to the forefront of Palestinian issues. Macron's intimate kiss and hug with sports minister at Olympics causes stir, netizens call it 'indecent' French President Emmanuel Macron landed in another controversy after he was caught kissing and embracing Sports Minister Amélie Oudéa-Castéra amid the 2024 Paris Olympic Games which raised many eyebrows and sent media into a frenzy. Video: Trump Assassination bid: Acting director of US Secret Service admits to security lapse ×

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Hamas Chief Ismail Haniyeh along with his bodyguards killed in Iran

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In other news, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Wednesday (Jul 31) cancelled the provisional candidature of controversial trainee IAS officer, Puja Manorama Dilip Khedkar,&nbsp;and permanently barred her from appearing in all future exams conducted by the commission.

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The F-16 fighter jets have finally arrived in Kyiv in a big boost to Ukraine's faltering defences against an increasingly belligerent Russia. It was in May 2023 when the Joe Biden administration of the United States officially dropped its opposition to sending advanced fighter jets to the war-torn nation.

The F-16 fighter jets have finally arrived in Kyiv in a big boost to Ukraine's faltering defences against an increasingly belligerent Russia. It was in May 2023 when the Joe Biden administration of the United States officially dropped its opposition to sending advanced fighter jets to the war-torn nation. After a wait of more than a year, the big day has finally arrived, Bloomberg reported. In other news, the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Wednesday (Jul 31) cancelled the provisional candidature of controversial trainee IAS officer, Puja Manorama Dilip Khedkar, and permanently barred her from appearing in all future exams conducted by the commission. Click on the headlines to read more First batch of F-16 fighter jets reaches Ukraine after several delays: Report The F-16 fighter jets have finally arrived in Kyiv in a big boost to Ukraine's faltering defences against an increasingly belligerent Russia. It was in May 2023 when the Joe Biden administration of the United States officially dropped its opposition to sending advanced fighter jets to the war-torn nation. After a wait of more than a year, the big day has finally arrived, Bloomberg reported. UPSC cancels IAS Puja Khedkar's provisional candidature, imposes lifelong ban The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) on Wednesday (Jul 31) cancelled the provisional candidature of controversial trainee IAS officer, Puja Manorama Dilip Khedkar, and permanently barred her from appearing in all future exams conducted by the commission. Israeli defence families freeze sperm of soldiers killed in Gaza war Amid raging war in Gaza between Israel and armed Palestinian groups including Hamas, an increasing number of Israeli parents are requesting sperm extraction from their deceased sons who were casualties of the ongoing war, according to a BBC report. Shah says Kerala given prior warning about Wayanad landslides that killed 158 Union Home Minister Amit Shah said on Wednesday (July 31) that the Kerala government was warned about the landslides that have caused devastation in the Wayanad district, a week before they happened. Israel says ‘no comments’, US claims no role in Hamas chief Haniyeh’s killing Ismail Haniyeh, the political leader of the Palestinian militant group Hamas, was killed on July 31 in Tehran; in a raid that Iran has accused Israel of carrying out, pushing West Asia further on edge amid the raging war in Gaza. India's ED raids 19 locations in opposition-ruled states for alleged fraud by hospitals Indian law enforcement agency Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Wednesday (Jul 31) raided 19 locations in states like Punjab and Himachal in connection with alleged fraud by hospitals regarding a union government public health insurance scheme. Both states are ruled by India's opposition parties: Himachal Pradesh by Congress and Punjab by Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). Global community reacts to Ismail Haniyeh's assassination, Hamas vows it 'will not go unanswered' Ismail Haniyeh, a senior leader of the Hamas, was killed in what the group called "a treacherous Zionist raid on his residence," in Iran early on Wednesday (July 31). The Palestinian militant group has vowed that the killing of the Palestinian movement's chief "will not go unanswered". US sees rise in 'DIY abortions' as women turn to desperate measures post-Roe: Study Women in the United States are increasingly being driven to "DIY abortion," such as alcohol consumption, the use of herbs and even physical harm in an attempt to terminate their pregnancies themselves. Paris Olympics: 7-month pregnant fencer on participating with little Olympian Nada Hafez, the Egyptian fencer, played seven months pregnant at the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024. The athlete revealed the news herself through an Instagram post on Tuesday (Jul 30). Ben Affleck purchases home in LA on same day as wife JLo sells NYC penthouse Ben Affleck purchased a $20.5 million house in Los Angeles on the same day as his wife Jennifer Lope finalized the sale of her New York City condo. Both transactions occurred on July 24, which happens to be JLo's birthday.

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The F-16 fighter jets have finally arrived in Kyiv in a big boost to Ukraine's faltering defences against an increasingly belligerent Russia. It was in May 2023 when the Joe Biden administration of the US officially dropped its opposition to sending advanced fighter jets to the war-torn nation. After a wait of more than a year, the big day has finally arrived, Bloomberg reported.

As per the report, the deadline for the transfer of the jets was the end of July, which stands fulfilled now. However, as per sources quoted by Bloomberg, "the number of jets is small".

<h2>Ukraine yet to confirm these reports</h2>

As per the agreed deal, Kyiv is set to receive at least 79 F-16s from the Netherlands, Denmark, Belgium, and Norway in the coming years.

The allied "fighter jet coalition" has also been training Ukrainian pilots for months now to enable them to operate the jet in war-like conditions.

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However, it was not clear whether Ukrainian pilots could immediately use the jets or not.

<h2>'Won't be a game changer'</h2>

The arrival of the F-16 jets may shore up Ukraine's defences, but they are not expected to prove to be a game-changer, Bloomberg reported last year.

According to experts quoted by the news agency, the jets dispatched to Kyiv would have 'inferior radar and shorter range missiles that the most modern Russian jets and air defenses.'

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“It’ll be like they pushed the easy button or switched from driving a Lada to a Honda Accord,” Brynn Tannehill, a former aviator who designed simulators for F-16s, was quoted as saying by Bloomberg, referring to the notoriously clunky Soviet-era Lada car.

So, Ukraine shouldn't expect the F-16 jets to enable them to have air superiority.

Most likely, the jets will be restricted to defence or used in very high-risk operations.

(With inputs from agencies)

The F-16 fighter jets have finally arrived in Kyiv in a big boost to Ukraine's faltering defences against an increasingly belligerent Russia. It was in May 2023 when the Joe Biden administration of the US officially dropped its opposition to sending advanced fighter jets to the war-torn nation.

The F-16 fighter jets have finally arrived in Kyiv in a big boost to Ukraine's faltering defences against an increasingly belligerent Russia. It was in May 2023 when the Joe Biden administration of the US officially dropped its opposition to sending advanced fighter jets to the war-torn nation. After a wait of more than a year, the big day has finally arrived, Bloomberg reported. As per the report, the deadline for the transfer of the jets was the end of July, which stands fulfilled now. However, as per sources quoted by Bloomberg, "the number of jets is small". Ukraine yet to confirm these reports As per the agreed deal, Kyiv is set to receive at least 79 F-16s from the Netherlands, Denmark, Belgium, and Norway in the coming years. The allied "fighter jet coalition" has also been training Ukrainian pilots for months now to enable them to operate the jet in war-like conditions. Watch: Russia-Ukraine war: Russia claims to down Ukrainian SU-25 jet × However, it was not clear whether Ukrainian pilots could immediately use the jets or not. 'Won't be a game changer' The arrival of the F-16 jets may shore up Ukraine's defences, but they are not expected to prove to be a game-changer, Bloomberg reported last year. According to experts quoted by the news agency, the jets dispatched to Kyiv would have 'inferior radar and shorter range missiles that the most modern Russian jets and air defenses.' Also read: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Ukraine in August “It’ll be like they pushed the easy button or switched from driving a Lada to a Honda Accord,” Brynn Tannehill, a former aviator who designed simulators for F-16s, was quoted as saying by Bloomberg, referring to the notoriously clunky Soviet-era Lada car. So, Ukraine shouldn't expect the F-16 jets to enable them to have air superiority. Most likely, the jets will be restricted to defence or used in very high-risk operations. (With inputs from agencies)

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Amid raging war in Gaza between Israel and armed Palestinian groups, including Hamas, an increasing number of Israeli parents are requesting sperm extraction from their deceased sons who were casualties of the ongoing war, according to a BBC report.

Since the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel and the subsequent Israeli retaliation, over 400 Israeli troops have been killed in the line of duty, according to official figures.&nbsp;

The Israeli health ministry reports that sperm has been extracted from approximately 170 men, both civilians and soldiers, marking a fifteen-fold increase compared to previous years.

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The procedure involves making a small incision in the testicle to obtain tissue, from which live sperm cells can be extracted and frozen. This process is most effective within 24 hours after death, though sperm cells can survive up to 72 hours in the body.

To support the affected IDF (Israel Defense Forces) families, some procedural rules have been relaxed, yet many of them&nbsp;remain frustrated by the lengthy legal processes involved.&nbsp;

Last year in October, the Israeli health ministry eliminated the need for a court order to extract sperm. However, widows or parents wishing to use the sperm for conception must still prove in court that the deceased intended to have children, a process that can take years.

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The precedent for this practice was set in 2002, when an Israeli couple used their deceased soldier son's sperm after he was killed by a Palestinian sniper in Gaza. Their granddaughter is now 10 years old.

Experts point to the significant emotional value this process holds for bereaved families but also highlight the complications arising for single men.

In response to the rising number of casualties in the ongoing conflict, Israeli lawmakers are working on drafting legislation to establish clearer guidelines for sperm retrieval and use.

(With inputs from agencies)

Amid raging war in Gaza between Israel and armed Palestinian groups, including Hamas, an increasing number of Israeli parents are requesting sperm extraction from their deceased sons who were casualties of the ongoing war, according to a BBC report.

Amid raging war in Gaza between Israel and armed Palestinian groups, including Hamas, an increasing number of Israeli parents are requesting sperm extraction from their deceased sons who were casualties of the ongoing war, according to a BBC report. Since the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel and the subsequent Israeli retaliation, over 400 Israeli troops have been killed in the line of duty, according to official figures. The Israeli health ministry reports that sperm has been extracted from approximately 170 men, both civilians and soldiers, marking a fifteen-fold increase compared to previous years. Also read | Gaza war: Turkey might enter Israel to help Palestinians, says Erdogan The procedure involves making a small incision in the testicle to obtain tissue, from which live sperm cells can be extracted and frozen. This process is most effective within 24 hours after death, though sperm cells can survive up to 72 hours in the body. To support the affected IDF (Israel Defense Forces) families, some procedural rules have been relaxed, yet many of them remain frustrated by the lengthy legal processes involved. Last year in October, the Israeli health ministry eliminated the need for a court order to extract sperm. However, widows or parents wishing to use the sperm for conception must still prove in court that the deceased intended to have children, a process that can take years. Also read | Israel-Hamas war: Prisoners from Gaza war being subjected to brutal torture? × The precedent for this practice was set in 2002, when an Israeli couple used their deceased soldier son's sperm after he was killed by a Palestinian sniper in Gaza. Their granddaughter is now 10 years old. Experts point to the significant emotional value this process holds for bereaved families but also highlight the complications arising for single men. In response to the rising number of casualties in the ongoing conflict, Israeli lawmakers are working on drafting legislation to establish clearer guidelines for sperm retrieval and use. (With inputs from agencies)

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Keir Starmer indicated a firm stance against the rioters in Southport, emphasising that legal consequences will be strictly enforced.&nbsp;

“Those who rioted will feel the full force of the law,” the UK PM said after police vehicles were set alight and missiles hurled at officers.

On Tuesday night, far-right protesters pelted police with glass bottles and bricks and attacked a mosque following a knife attack that killed three children.

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The prime minister stated that the rioters hijacked the vigil for the victims with violence and thuggery and disrespected the grieving community.

According to Merseyside police, 22 officers had been injured during the night of violence, with eight seriously injured including fractures, lacerations, a suspected broken nose and concussion.

While three police dogs were also injured, two sustained leg injuries from thrown bricks, and a third suffered burns to her back leg.

As officers from five different forces struggled to control the disorder, police implemented a 24-hour Section 60 order, granting officers enhanced stop-and-search powers.&nbsp;

Additionally, a Section 34 dispersal order was introduced, allowing police to seize any items, including vehicles, used in committing anti-social behaviour, and to instruct people to leave the area.

“Offenders have destroyed walls of the garden so they could use the bricks to attack our officers and have set cars belonging to the public on fire, and damaged cars parked in the mosque car park,” said Assistant Chief Constable Alex Goss.

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Goss also requested that “anyone who has information or video footage of those involved in the riots to come forward so the culprits could be identified and arrested”.

As night fell, smaller groups scattered and roamed the streets, setting fires on the roads. They tore down residents' walls and fences, using the bricks as missiles and adding wooden panels to the fires.

Police from four neighbouring forces were called in as officers struggled to bring the situation under control. Sadly, eight children suffered stab wounds and five were left in critical condition, along with two adults who were also critically injured.

It may be mentioned here, that demonstrators gathered in the area surrounding Hart Street, where Monday’s killings took place. The crowd of hundreds were heard shouting Islamophobic slogans as well as “no surrender”, “English till I die” and “we want our country back” as a police helicopter circled overhead.

Riot police charged at the demonstrators after a police van was set alight and other police vehicles were damaged. Officers used teargas on the angry crowds of predominantly men covering their faces.

(With inputs from agencies)

Keir Starmer indicated a firm stance against the rioters in Southport, emphasising that legal consequences will be strictly enforced. “Those who rioted will feel the full force of the law,” the UK PM said after police vehicles were set alight and missiles hurled at officers.

Keir Starmer indicated a firm stance against the rioters in Southport, emphasising that legal consequences will be strictly enforced. “Those who rioted will feel the full force of the law,” the UK PM said after police vehicles were set alight and missiles hurled at officers. On Tuesday night, far-right protesters pelted police with glass bottles and bricks and attacked a mosque following a knife attack that killed three children. Also read: Third child dies following mass stabbing in UK's Southport The prime minister stated that the rioters hijacked the vigil for the victims with violence and thuggery and disrespected the grieving community. According to Merseyside police, 22 officers had been injured during the night of violence, with eight seriously injured including fractures, lacerations, a suspected broken nose and concussion. While three police dogs were also injured, two sustained leg injuries from thrown bricks, and a third suffered burns to her back leg. As officers from five different forces struggled to control the disorder, police implemented a 24-hour Section 60 order, granting officers enhanced stop-and-search powers. Additionally, a Section 34 dispersal order was introduced, allowing police to seize any items, including vehicles, used in committing anti-social behaviour, and to instruct people to leave the area. “Offenders have destroyed walls of the garden so they could use the bricks to attack our officers and have set cars belonging to the public on fire, and damaged cars parked in the mosque car park,” said Assistant Chief Constable Alex Goss. Also read: Taylor Swift is 'completely in shock' over Southport stabbing incident Goss also requested that “anyone who has information or video footage of those involved in the riots to come forward so the culprits could be identified and arrested”. As night fell, smaller groups scattered and roamed the streets, setting fires on the roads. They tore down residents' walls and fences, using the bricks as missiles and adding wooden panels to the fires. Police from four neighbouring forces were called in as officers struggled to bring the situation under control. Sadly, eight children suffered stab wounds and five were left in critical condition, along with two adults who were also critically injured. It may be mentioned here, that demonstrators gathered in the area surrounding Hart Street, where Monday’s killings took place. The crowd of hundreds were heard shouting Islamophobic slogans as well as “no surrender”, “English till I die” and “we want our country back” as a police helicopter circled overhead. Riot police charged at the demonstrators after a police van was set alight and other police vehicles were damaged. Officers used teargas on the angry crowds of predominantly men covering their faces. (With inputs from agencies)

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