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Russian President Vladimir Putin's wholesome video of waving goodbye to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un from a plane went viral on social media platforms, with netizens labelling their meeting as a "great bromance".&nbsp;

The video was shared by Daily Mail. It showed Putin waving and peeping through the airplane window. On the other side, the North Korean leader was waving back.&nbsp;

One user reacted to the video, saying, "Who ever said you can't make friends in politics? They are soulmates!"

Another wrote: "Honestly, watching this and the video of them in the car is eye opening. If only all world leaders showed this genuine level of partnership…world peace would probably stand a chance."&nbsp;

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Putin this week was on his first visit to Pyongyang since July 2000. He linked Russia's deepening&nbsp;ties with North Korea to the West's growing support for Ukraine. The Russian president also said Moscow could develop military and technical cooperation with Pyongyang. Putin signed a deal with Kim that included a mutual defence pledge, which is seen as one of Russia's most significant moves in Asia for years.&nbsp;

TASS news agency reported that the two leaders spent together more than 10 hours. They held talks, attended a wreath-laying ceremony at the memorial to soldiers of the Red Army killed in action liberating Korea in World War II and had a ride on a limousine. They also exchanged gifts.&nbsp;

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As quoted by the news agency Reuters, Kim described Putin as "the dearest friend of Korean people". Meanwhile, Putin thanked the host nation and its leadership for their "balanced stance" in regard to "the situation on Ukrainian direction."&nbsp;

Putin spoke at a reception in Pyongyang and said that Russia and North Korea are together resisting "hegemonism and colonial practices of the U.S.A. and their satellites".&nbsp;

Putin also said that Russia might supply weapons to North Korea, and warned South Korea, saying that sending weapons to Ukraine would be a "big mistake". After North Korea, Putin departed for Vietnam.&nbsp;

While speaking at a news conference in Vietnam, Putin said: "With regard to deliveries of lethal weapons to Ukraine to combat zones, this would be a very big mistake. If that happens, then we will take the according decision, which the current leadership of South Korea will probably not like."&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Russian President Vladimir Putin's wholesome video of waving goodbye to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un from a plane went viral on social media platforms, with netizens labelling their meeting as a "great bromance".

Russian President Vladimir Putin's wholesome video of waving goodbye to North Korean leader Kim Jong Un from a plane went viral on social media platforms, with netizens labelling their meeting as a "great bromance". The video was shared by Daily Mail. It showed Putin waving and peeping through the airplane window. On the other side, the North Korean leader was waving back. One user reacted to the video, saying, "Who ever said you can't make friends in politics? They are soulmates!" Another wrote: "Honestly, watching this and the video of them in the car is eye opening. If only all world leaders showed this genuine level of partnership…world peace would probably stand a chance." Also read: Farmland near Chernobyl nuclear disaster site 'safe' to grow crops: Report Watch the video here: 🇷🇺🇰🇵 Russia's President Putin waves goodbye to his friend, North Korea's Kim Jung Un. pic.twitter.com/EP5NDHXx2v — BRICS News (@BRICSinfo) June 20, 2024 × Putin this week was on his first visit to Pyongyang since July 2000. He linked Russia's deepening ties with North Korea to the West's growing support for Ukraine. The Russian president also said Moscow could develop military and technical cooperation with Pyongyang. Putin signed a deal with Kim that included a mutual defence pledge, which is seen as one of Russia's most significant moves in Asia for years. TASS news agency reported that the two leaders spent together more than 10 hours. They held talks, attended a wreath-laying ceremony at the memorial to soldiers of the Red Army killed in action liberating Korea in World War II and had a ride on a limousine. They also exchanged gifts. Also read: Explosions near ship off Yemen, crew 'reported safe': UKMTO As quoted by the news agency Reuters, Kim described Putin as "the dearest friend of Korean people". Meanwhile, Putin thanked the host nation and its leadership for their "balanced stance" in regard to "the situation on Ukrainian direction." Putin spoke at a reception in Pyongyang and said that Russia and North Korea are together resisting "hegemonism and colonial practices of the U.S.A. and their satellites". Putin also said that Russia might supply weapons to North Korea, and warned South Korea, saying that sending weapons to Ukraine would be a "big mistake". After North Korea, Putin departed for Vietnam. While speaking at a news conference in Vietnam, Putin said: "With regard to deliveries of lethal weapons to Ukraine to combat zones, this would be a very big mistake. If that happens, then we will take the according decision, which the current leadership of South Korea will probably not like." (With inputs from agencies)

'Great bromance': Putin waving goodbye to North Korea's Kim wins internet - WATCH

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Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), in relation to the investigation of the 1985 Air India Flight 182 bombing, also known as the Kanishka bombing, said that the probe efforts into the incident remain "active and ongoing."

"Our investigative efforts remain active and ongoing," the Canadian police said in a statement.&nbsp;

The Kanishka bombing was the terrorist attack on Air India Flight 182 which occurred on June 23, 1985 and&nbsp;claimed 329 lives.

The flight was en route from Montreal to London when a bomb believed to be planted by Sikh extremists exploded, killing everyone on board. This act of terrorism shook the Canadian and Indian communities.&nbsp;

In a statement on Friday (June 21), the Canadian police said that it was the "greatest terror-related loss of life" in Canadian history. The statement was issued by RCMP Assistant Commissioner David Teboul as 2024 marks the 39th anniversary of the tragedy.

"The trauma caused by the bombing on June 23, 1985 has impacted generations," he added.

RCMP also extended its "deepest sympathies, understanding and support" to the victims' families.&nbsp;

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The Canadian police termed the investigation as the "longest" and "one of the most complex domestic terrorism investigations" that the RCMP has undertaken in its history.

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"This year marks the 39th anniversary memorial, with the 40th memorial, a significant milestone, approaching in 2025," Teboul noted. He also urged Canadians to remember and honour the victims both privately and at public memorials.

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"At the memorials, previous and current employees from the investigation and our greater organization, past and present will ensure we remember those lost and those left to deal with the unthinkable," Teboul said.

The motivation behind the bombings believed to be a retaliation of Operation Blue Star, a military operation carried out by the Indian government in June 1984 to remove Sikh militants who had taken refuge in the Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) in Amritsar, Punjab. The operation led to significant destruction and loss of life.

Canadian police said, "Over the years, attending the memorials have been an opportunity to pay our respects to the victims and their families, and show our appreciation for all those that did so much to respond to and investigate the tragedy. We must never forget those innocent lives lost to this tragedy and other acts of terrorism."

(With inputs from agencies)

Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), in relation to the investigation of the 1985 Air India Flight 182 bombing, also known as the Kanishka bombing, said that the probe efforts into the incident remain "active and ongoing.

Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), in relation to the investigation of the 1985 Air India Flight 182 bombing, also known as the Kanishka bombing, said that the probe efforts into the incident remain "active and ongoing." "Our investigative efforts remain active and ongoing," the Canadian police said in a statement. The Kanishka bombing was the terrorist attack on Air India Flight 182 which occurred on June 23, 1985 and claimed 329 lives. The flight was en route from Montreal to London when a bomb believed to be planted by Sikh extremists exploded, killing everyone on board. This act of terrorism shook the Canadian and Indian communities. In a statement on Friday (June 21), the Canadian police said that it was the "greatest terror-related loss of life" in Canadian history. The statement was issued by RCMP Assistant Commissioner David Teboul as 2024 marks the 39th anniversary of the tragedy. "The trauma caused by the bombing on June 23, 1985 has impacted generations," he added. RCMP also extended its "deepest sympathies, understanding and support" to the victims' families. Also Read | NASA simulates massive asteroid impact to explore emergency response The Canadian police termed the investigation as the "longest" and "one of the most complex domestic terrorism investigations" that the RCMP has undertaken in its history. Also Read | Boeing's Starliner capsule extends ISS stay again, to assess helium system leaks & thruster performance "This year marks the 39th anniversary memorial, with the 40th memorial, a significant milestone, approaching in 2025," Teboul noted. He also urged Canadians to remember and honour the victims both privately and at public memorials. Watch | UK: British court to examine Vatican's 'trial of the century' × "At the memorials, previous and current employees from the investigation and our greater organization, past and present will ensure we remember those lost and those left to deal with the unthinkable," Teboul said. The motivation behind the bombings believed to be a retaliation of Operation Blue Star, a military operation carried out by the Indian government in June 1984 to remove Sikh militants who had taken refuge in the Harmandir Sahib (Golden Temple) in Amritsar, Punjab. The operation led to significant destruction and loss of life. Canadian police said, "Over the years, attending the memorials have been an opportunity to pay our respects to the victims and their families, and show our appreciation for all those that did so much to respond to and investigate the tragedy. We must never forget those innocent lives lost to this tragedy and other acts of terrorism." (With inputs from agencies)

Kanishka bombing 1985 investigation 'active and ongoing': Canadian police

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Recent surveys conducted at farmlands near the Chernobyl nuclear reactor disaster site revealed that radiation levels have gone down, making it apparently safe to use for growing food.&nbsp;

The 1986 catastrophe at Ukraine's Chernobyl nuclear reactor was the largest uncontrolled radioactive leak in history which released cancer-causing material in large quantities. The nuclear disaster reportedly forced more than 100,000 people to evacuate the city and ever since the area remained abandoned.&nbsp;

Not just people, the nuclear disaster impacted animals and also caused damage to crops, plants and infrastructure. Authorities have set up the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone (CEZ) to prevent people from entering the restricted 1,000-square-mile area.&nbsp;

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An article by New Scientist, titled, "Farmland near Chernobyl nuclear reactor is finally safe to use again",&nbsp;suggested that the large farmlands, which were classified as contaminated, can be used again for growing crops. The farmlands had been left alone since the disaster over 37 years ago.&nbsp;

The article,&nbsp;published on Wednesday (Jun 19), noted that changing the status of the land could help compensate for farmland lost as a result of the Russian invasion of Ukraine.&nbsp;

Scientists have used robots, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and more to carry out several surveys of the disaster site, with the aim of finding out the radiation levels in the area.&nbsp;

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As quoted by New Scientist, Valery Kashparov at the National University of Life and Environmental Science of Ukraine, said, "More than 80 per cent of [surveyed] territory can be returned to agricultural production."&nbsp;

Kashparov's team has been assessing the radioactivity of the land for more than a decade. The recent surveys have revealed that levels are still high in many areas of the major exclusion zone closest to the nuclear facility.&nbsp;

However, the land that is quite further out is still officially classified as radioactively contaminated, but maybe they have dropped below the threshold considered unsafe.&nbsp;

The report mentioned that the most recent survey was carried out in 2023 by Volodymyr Illienko, who is also at the National University of Life and Environmental Science. Illienko and his colleagues measured radioactivity levels on 2600 hectares around the settlements of Narodychi and Vyazivka.&nbsp;

Illienko told New Scientist: "We didn't find a higher level than permissible."&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

Recent surveys conducted at farmlands near the Chernobyl nuclear reactor disaster site revealed that radiation levels have gone down, making it apparently safe to use for growing food.

Recent surveys conducted at farmlands near the Chernobyl nuclear reactor disaster site revealed that radiation levels have gone down, making it apparently safe to use for growing food. The 1986 catastrophe at Ukraine's Chernobyl nuclear reactor was the largest uncontrolled radioactive leak in history which released cancer-causing material in large quantities. The nuclear disaster reportedly forced more than 100,000 people to evacuate the city and ever since the area remained abandoned. Not just people, the nuclear disaster impacted animals and also caused damage to crops, plants and infrastructure. Authorities have set up the Chornobyl Exclusion Zone (CEZ) to prevent people from entering the restricted 1,000-square-mile area. Also read: After human testicles, microplastics discovered in human penises for first time An article by New Scientist, titled, "Farmland near Chernobyl nuclear reactor is finally safe to use again", suggested that the large farmlands, which were classified as contaminated, can be used again for growing crops. The farmlands had been left alone since the disaster over 37 years ago. The article, published on Wednesday (Jun 19), noted that changing the status of the land could help compensate for farmland lost as a result of the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Scientists have used robots, unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and more to carry out several surveys of the disaster site, with the aim of finding out the radiation levels in the area. Also read: Does space travel impact eye health? Researchers investigate As quoted by New Scientist, Valery Kashparov at the National University of Life and Environmental Science of Ukraine, said, "More than 80 per cent of [surveyed] territory can be returned to agricultural production." Kashparov's team has been assessing the radioactivity of the land for more than a decade. The recent surveys have revealed that levels are still high in many areas of the major exclusion zone closest to the nuclear facility. However, the land that is quite further out is still officially classified as radioactively contaminated, but maybe they have dropped below the threshold considered unsafe. The report mentioned that the most recent survey was carried out in 2023 by Volodymyr Illienko, who is also at the National University of Life and Environmental Science. Illienko and his colleagues measured radioactivity levels on 2600 hectares around the settlements of Narodychi and Vyazivka. Illienko told New Scientist: "We didn't find a higher level than permissible." (With inputs from agencies)

Farmland near Chernobyl nuclear disaster site 'safe' to grow crops: Report

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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), a United States government agency, said that it is investigating an incident where a Southwest Airlines flight dropped dangerously low over a town in the US state of Oklahoma before landing. The flight in question had descended to just 525 feet above ground as it approached the airport triggering an altitude warning from air traffic control.&nbsp;

<h2>About the incident</h2>

The incident took place on Wednesday (Jun 19) when Southwest Flight 4069 flying in from Las Vegas, Nevada was nine miles (14.5 kilometres away) from the Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City and over the town of Yukon, Oklahoma when it descended to the low altitude just after midnight.&nbsp;

&nbsp;“After an automated warning sounded, an air traffic controller alerted the crew of Southwest Airlines Flight 4069 that the aircraft had descended to a low altitude nine miles away from Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City,” the FAA told CNN, in a statement, published on Friday (Jun 21).&nbsp;

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“Southwest 4069, low altitude alert. You doing OK?” an air traffic controller asked the aircraft’s pilots, according to audio captured by LiveATC.net, reported&nbsp;the Associated Press.&nbsp;

In response, one of the pilots of the Southwest Airlines operating&nbsp;Boeing 737-800 said they were “going around,” with the controller instructing the aviator to maintain an altitude of 3,000 feet.

The data&nbsp;by FlightRadar24 shows that the plane quickly adjusted and climbed briefly before successfully landing at the airport in Oklahoma City.&nbsp;

“It woke me up and I thought it was gonna hit my house,” a person wrote on the Yukon Happenings Facebook group, according to The Oklahoman.&nbsp;

<h2>What did the airline say?</h2>

In a statement to Business Insider, a spokesperson for Southwest said that the airline is following its “robust” safety management system, adding that it&nbsp;is in contact with the FAA to “understand and address any irregularities with the aircraft’s approach to the airport.”

“Nothing is more important to Southwest than the safety of our customers and employees,” said the spokesperson.&nbsp;

<h2>Previous incident</h2>

The close call on Wednesday was the second recent incident involving a Southwest flight narrowly missing the ground or in the previous case, the ocean.&nbsp;

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In April, a Southwest flight nearly crashed into the ocean after a pilot accidentally sent the plane into a dive off the coast of Hawaii.&nbsp;

The pilot had reportedly caused the aircraft to plummet from an altitude of 1,000 feet to just 400 above the Pacific Ocean in a couple of seconds amid bad weather.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
&nbsp;

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), a United States government agency, said that it is investigating an incident where a Southwest Airlines flight dropped dangerously low over a town in the US state of Oklahoma before landing.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), a United States government agency, said that it is investigating an incident where a Southwest Airlines flight dropped dangerously low over a town in the US state of Oklahoma before landing. The flight in question had descended to just 525 feet above ground as it approached the airport triggering an altitude warning from air traffic control. About the incident The incident took place on Wednesday (Jun 19) when Southwest Flight 4069 flying in from Las Vegas, Nevada was nine miles (14.5 kilometres away) from the Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City and over the town of Yukon, Oklahoma when it descended to the low altitude just after midnight. “After an automated warning sounded, an air traffic controller alerted the crew of Southwest Airlines Flight 4069 that the aircraft had descended to a low altitude nine miles away from Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City,” the FAA told CNN, in a statement, published on Friday (Jun 21). Also Read | US investigators find Southwest Airlines flight suffered structural damage after ‘Dutch roll’ “Southwest 4069, low altitude alert. You doing OK?” an air traffic controller asked the aircraft’s pilots, according to audio captured by LiveATC.net, reported the Associated Press. In response, one of the pilots of the Southwest Airlines operating Boeing 737-800 said they were “going around,” with the controller instructing the aviator to maintain an altitude of 3,000 feet. The data by FlightRadar24 shows that the plane quickly adjusted and climbed briefly before successfully landing at the airport in Oklahoma City. “It woke me up and I thought it was gonna hit my house,” a person wrote on the Yukon Happenings Facebook group, according to The Oklahoman. What did the airline say? In a statement to Business Insider, a spokesperson for Southwest said that the airline is following its “robust” safety management system, adding that it is in contact with the FAA to “understand and address any irregularities with the aircraft’s approach to the airport.” “Nothing is more important to Southwest than the safety of our customers and employees,” said the spokesperson. Previous incident The close call on Wednesday was the second recent incident involving a Southwest flight narrowly missing the ground or in the previous case, the ocean. Also Read | Elliott Investment Management acquires $2 billion stake in Southwest Airlines In April, a Southwest flight nearly crashed into the ocean after a pilot accidentally sent the plane into a dive off the coast of Hawaii. The pilot had reportedly caused the aircraft to plummet from an altitude of 1,000 feet to just 400 above the Pacific Ocean in a couple of seconds amid bad weather. (With inputs from agencies)

FAA investigates Southwest flight that flew just 525 feet above Oklahoma town, triggering altitude warning

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China on Friday threatened to impose&nbsp;death penalty in extreme cases for "diehard"&nbsp;Taiwan&nbsp;independence separatists, a ratcheting up of pressure even though Chinese courts have no jurisdiction on the democratically governed island.

China, which views&nbsp;Taiwan&nbsp;as its own territory, has made no secret of its dislike of President Lai Ching-te who took office last month, saying he is a "separatist", and staged war games shortly after his inauguration.

Taiwan&nbsp;has complained of a pattern of ramped up Chinese pressure since Lai won the election in January, including ongoing military actions, trade sanctions and coast guard patrols around&nbsp;Taiwan-controlled islands next to China.

The new guidelines say China's courts, prosecutors, public and state security bodies should "severely punish&nbsp;Taiwan&nbsp;independence diehards for splitting the country and inciting secession crimes in accordance with the law, and resolutely defend national sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity", according to China's state-run Xinhua news agency.

China on Friday threatened to impose death penalty in extreme cases for "diehard" Taiwan independence separatists, a ratcheting up of pressure even though Chinese courts have no jurisdiction on the democratically governed island.

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China threatens death penalty for 'diehard' Taiwan separatists

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is unlikely to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, or SCO, summit in Kazakhstan. The SCO summit will be taking place from 3-4 July 2024 in Astana. No reason is known as of now for the developments, but that week also sees the Indian Parliament session. India is likely to send some other representative to the summit.&nbsp;

Kazakhstan took over the presidency of the grouping from India, which was the president last year. India hosted the SCO summit virtually in July 2023. This year's host is Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, who has proposed, among other initiatives, the establishment of a joint investment fund.

PM Modi's first foreign visit after taking charge for the 3rd consecutive term was to Italy to attend the G7 summit. The visit was in the context of a multilateral summit. This year will see a packed diplomatic agenda for India, including the BRICS summit in Russia, BIMSTEC summit in Bangkok, the G20 summit in Brazil and summit of the future in New York.&nbsp;

The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is a political, economic, and security group that was established in 2001. The current members of the SCO are China, Russia, India, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. Iran became a full member in 2023, under the Indian Presidency of the grouping. Belarus is an observer state and is next in line to gain full membership.

The SCO is focused on regional security, counter-terrorism, and economic cooperation among its member states. The organisation covers over 60% of the Eurasian landmass, 40% of the world population, and 30% of global GDP.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is unlikely to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, or SCO, summit in Kazakhstan. The SCO summit will be taking place from 3-4 July 2024 in Astana.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is unlikely to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation, or SCO, summit in Kazakhstan. The SCO summit will be taking place from 3-4 July 2024 in Astana. No reason is known as of now for the developments, but that week also sees the Indian Parliament session. India is likely to send some other representative to the summit. Kazakhstan took over the presidency of the grouping from India, which was the president last year. India hosted the SCO summit virtually in July 2023. This year's host is Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, who has proposed, among other initiatives, the establishment of a joint investment fund. PM Modi's first foreign visit after taking charge for the 3rd consecutive term was to Italy to attend the G7 summit. The visit was in the context of a multilateral summit. This year will see a packed diplomatic agenda for India, including the BRICS summit in Russia, BIMSTEC summit in Bangkok, the G20 summit in Brazil and summit of the future in New York. The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is a political, economic, and security group that was established in 2001. The current members of the SCO are China, Russia, India, Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Uzbekistan. Iran became a full member in 2023, under the Indian Presidency of the grouping. Belarus is an observer state and is next in line to gain full membership. The SCO is focused on regional security, counter-terrorism, and economic cooperation among its member states. The organisation covers over 60% of the Eurasian landmass, 40% of the world population, and 30% of global GDP.

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Explosions were reported near a ship east of the Yemeni port city of Aden on Friday, Britain's maritime safety agency UKMTO said.

The agency, which did not identify the vessel, said the ship was able to continue its journey and "the crew are reported safe".

Yemen's Iran-backed Huthi rebels have been targeting vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden since November 2023 in attacks they say are in solidarity with Palestinians during the Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza Strip.

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The rebel attacks have prompted reprisal strikes by US and British forces and the formation of an international coalition to protect the vital shipping lanes through the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea.

The US military said Thursday that it had destroyed four Huthi nautical drones and two aerial ones over the Red Sea off Yemen.

Washington also called on the Huthis to release humanitarian workers detained earlier this month.

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The Huthis are engaged in a long-running civil war that has triggered one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. More than half of the population is dependent on aid in the Arabian Peninsula's poorest country.

Explosions were reported near a ship east of the Yemeni port city of Aden on Friday, Britain's maritime safety agency UKMTO said. The agency, which did not identify the vessel, said the ship was able to continue its journey and "the crew are reported safe".

Explosions were reported near a ship east of the Yemeni port city of Aden on Friday, Britain's maritime safety agency UKMTO said. The agency, which did not identify the vessel, said the ship was able to continue its journey and "the crew are reported safe". Yemen's Iran-backed Huthi rebels have been targeting vessels in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden since November 2023 in attacks they say are in solidarity with Palestinians during the Israel-Hamas war in the Gaza Strip. Also Read | Red Cross says at least 22 killed after shelling near its Gaza office; IDF denies responsibility for attack The rebel attacks have prompted reprisal strikes by US and British forces and the formation of an international coalition to protect the vital shipping lanes through the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea. The US military said Thursday that it had destroyed four Huthi nautical drones and two aerial ones over the Red Sea off Yemen. Washington also called on the Huthis to release humanitarian workers detained earlier this month. Also Read | Yemen’s Houthi rebels believed to have sunk second ship in Red Sea after deadly attack The Huthis are engaged in a long-running civil war that has triggered one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. More than half of the population is dependent on aid in the Arabian Peninsula's poorest country.

Explosions near ship off Yemen, crew 'reported safe': UKMTO

The United States and China resumed semi-official nuclear arms talks in March for the first time in five years, with Beijing's representatives telling U.S. counterparts that they would not resort to atomic threats over Taiwan, according to two American delegates who attended.

The Chinese representatives offered reassurances after their U.S. interlocutors raised concerns that China might use, or threaten to use, nuclear weapons if it faced defeat in a conflict over Taiwan. Beijing views the democratically governed island as its territory, a claim rejected by the government in Taipei.

"They told the U.S. side that they were absolutely convinced that they are able to prevail in a conventional fight over Taiwan without using nuclear weapons," said scholar David Santoro, the U.S. organiser of the Track Two talks, the details of which are being reported by Reuters for the first time.

Participants in Track Two talks are generally former officials and academics who can speak with authority on their government's position, even if they are not directly involved with setting it. Government-to-government negotiations are known as Track One.&nbsp;

Washington was represented by about half a dozen delegates, including former officials and scholars at the two-day discussions, which took place in a Shanghai hotel conference room.&nbsp;

Beijing sent a delegation of scholars and analysts, which included several former People's Liberation Army officers.

A State Department spokesperson said in response to Reuters' questions that Track Two talks could be "beneficial". The department did not participate in the March meeting though it was aware of it, the spokesperson said.&nbsp;

Such discussions cannot replace formal negotiations "that require participants to speak authoritatively on issues that are often highly compartmentalized within (Chinese) government circles," the spokesperson said.

Members of the Chinese delegation and Beijing's defence ministry did not respond to requests for comment.&nbsp;

The informal discussions between the nuclear-armed powers took place with the U.S. and China at odds over major economic and geopolitical issues, with leaders in Washington and Beijing accusing each other of dealing in bad faith.&nbsp;

The two countries briefly resumed Track One talks over nuclear arms in November but those negotiations have since stalled, with a top U.S. official publicly expressing frustration at China's responsiveness.&nbsp;

The Pentagon, which estimates that Beijing's nuclear arsenal increased by more than 20% between 2021 and 2023, said in October that China "would also consider nuclear use to restore deterrence if a conventional military defeat in Taiwan" threatened CCP rule.

China has never renounced the use of force to bring Taiwan under its control and has over the past four years stepped up military activity around the island.

The Track Two talks are part of a two-decade nuclear weapons and posture dialogue that stalled after the Trump administration pulled funding in 2019.&nbsp;

After the COVID-19 pandemic, semi-official discussions resumed on broader security and energy issues, but only the Shanghai meeting dealt in detail with nuclear weapons and posture.

Santoro, who runs the Hawaii-based Pacific Forum think-tank, described "frustrations" on both sides during the latest discussions but said the two delegations saw reason to continue talking. More discussions were being planned in 2025, he said.&nbsp;

Nuclear policy analyst William Alberque of the Henry Stimson Centre think-tank, who was not involved in the March discussions, said the Track Two negotiations were useful at a time of glacial U.S.-Chinese relations.

"It's important to continue talking with China with absolutely no expectations," he said, when nuclear arms are at issue.

NO FIRST-USE?

The U.S. Department of Defense estimated last year that Beijing has 500 operational nuclear warheads and will probably field more than 1,000 by 2030.&nbsp;

That compares to 1,770 and 1,710 operational warheads deployed by the U.S. and Russia respectively. The Pentagon said that by 2030, much of Beijing's weapons will likely be held at higher readiness levels.

Since 2020, China has also modernised its arsenal, starting production of its next-generation ballistic missile submarine, testing hypersonic glide vehicle warheads and conducting regular nuclear-armed sea patrols.

Weapons on land, in the air and at sea give China the "nuclear triad" - a hallmark of a major nuclear power.

A key point the U.S. side wanted to discuss, according to Santoro, was whether China still stood by its no-first-use and minimal deterrence policies, which date from the creation of its first nuclear bomb in the early 1960s.

Minimal deterrence refers to having just enough atomic weapons to dissuade adversaries.

China is also one of two nuclear powers - the other being India - to have pledged not to initiate a nuclear exchange. Chinese military analysts have speculated that the no-first-use policy is conditional - and that nuclear arms could be used against Taiwan's allies - but it remains Beijing's stated stance.&nbsp;

Santoro said the Chinese delegates told U.S. representatives that Beijing maintained these policies and that "'we are not interested in reaching nuclear parity with you, let alone superiority.'"&nbsp;

"'Nothing has changed, business as usual, you guys are exaggerating'," Santoro said in summarising Beijing's position.

His description of the discussions was corroborated by fellow U.S. delegate Lyle Morris, a security scholar at the Asia Society Policy Institute.&nbsp;

A report on the discussions is being prepared for U.S. government but would not be made public, Santoro said.

'RISK AND OPACITY'

Top U.S. arms control official Bonnie Jenkins told Congress in May that China had not responded to nuclear-weapons risk reduction proposals that Washington raised during last year's formal talks.&nbsp;

China has yet to agree to further government-to-government meetings.

Bejing's "refusal to substantively engage" in discussions over its nuclear build-up raises questions around its "already ambiguous stated "no-first-use" policy and its nuclear doctrine more broadly," the State Department spokesperson told Reuters.&nbsp;

China's Track Two delegation did not discuss specifics about Beijing's modernisation effort, Santoro and Morris said.

Alberque of the Henry Stimson Centre said that China relied heavily on "risk and opacity" to mitigate U.S. nuclear superiority and there was "no imperative" for Beijing to have constructive discussions.

China's expanded arsenal - which includes anti-ship cruise missiles, bombers, intercontinental ballistic missiles and submarines - exceeded the needs of a state with a minimal deterrence and no-first-use policy, Alberque said.&nbsp;

Chinese talking points revolved around the "survivability" of Beijing's nuclear weapons if it suffered a first strike, said Morris.

The U.S. delegates said the Chinese described their efforts as a deterrence-based modernisation programme to cope with developments such as improved U.S. missile defences, better surveillance capabilities, and strengthened alliances.

The U.S., Britain and Australia last year signed a deal to share nuclear submarine technology and develop a new class of boats, while Washington is now working with Seoul to coordinate responses to a potential atomic attack.

Washington's policy on nuclear weapons includes the possibility of using them if deterrence fails, though the Pentagon says it would only consider that in extreme circumstances. It did not provide specifics.&nbsp;

One Chinese delegate "pointed to studies that said Chinese nuclear weapons were still vulnerable to U.S. strikes - their second-strike capability was not enough", said Morris.

The United States and China resumed semi-official nuclear arms talks in March for the first time in five years, with Beijing's representatives telling U.S. counterparts that they would not resort to atomic threats over Taiwan, according to two American delegates who attended.

The United States and China resumed semi-official nuclear arms talks in March for the first time in five years, with Beijing's representatives telling U.S. counterparts that they would not resort to atomic threats over Taiwan, according to two American delegates who attended. The Chinese representatives offered reassurances after their U.S. interlocutors raised concerns that China might use, or threaten to use, nuclear weapons if it faced defeat in a conflict over Taiwan. Beijing views the democratically governed island as its territory, a claim rejected by the government in Taipei. "They told the U.S. side that they were absolutely convinced that they are able to prevail in a conventional fight over Taiwan without using nuclear weapons," said scholar David Santoro, the U.S. organiser of the Track Two talks, the details of which are being reported by Reuters for the first time. Participants in Track Two talks are generally former officials and academics who can speak with authority on their government's position, even if they are not directly involved with setting it. Government-to-government negotiations are known as Track One. Washington was represented by about half a dozen delegates, including former officials and scholars at the two-day discussions, which took place in a Shanghai hotel conference room. Beijing sent a delegation of scholars and analysts, which included several former People's Liberation Army officers. A State Department spokesperson said in response to Reuters' questions that Track Two talks could be "beneficial". The department did not participate in the March meeting though it was aware of it, the spokesperson said. Such discussions cannot replace formal negotiations "that require participants to speak authoritatively on issues that are often highly compartmentalized within (Chinese) government circles," the spokesperson said. Members of the Chinese delegation and Beijing's defence ministry did not respond to requests for comment. The informal discussions between the nuclear-armed powers took place with the U.S. and China at odds over major economic and geopolitical issues, with leaders in Washington and Beijing accusing each other of dealing in bad faith. The two countries briefly resumed Track One talks over nuclear arms in November but those negotiations have since stalled, with a top U.S. official publicly expressing frustration at China's responsiveness. The Pentagon, which estimates that Beijing's nuclear arsenal increased by more than 20% between 2021 and 2023, said in October that China "would also consider nuclear use to restore deterrence if a conventional military defeat in Taiwan" threatened CCP rule. China has never renounced the use of force to bring Taiwan under its control and has over the past four years stepped up military activity around the island. The Track Two talks are part of a two-decade nuclear weapons and posture dialogue that stalled after the Trump administration pulled funding in 2019. After the COVID-19 pandemic, semi-official discussions resumed on broader security and energy issues, but only the Shanghai meeting dealt in detail with nuclear weapons and posture. Santoro, who runs the Hawaii-based Pacific Forum think-tank, described "frustrations" on both sides during the latest discussions but said the two delegations saw reason to continue talking. More discussions were being planned in 2025, he said. Nuclear policy analyst William Alberque of the Henry Stimson Centre think-tank, who was not involved in the March discussions, said the Track Two negotiations were useful at a time of glacial U.S.-Chinese relations. "It's important to continue talking with China with absolutely no expectations," he said, when nuclear arms are at issue. NO FIRST-USE? The U.S. Department of Defense estimated last year that Beijing has 500 operational nuclear warheads and will probably field more than 1,000 by 2030. That compares to 1,770 and 1,710 operational warheads deployed by the U.S. and Russia respectively. The Pentagon said that by 2030, much of Beijing's weapons will likely be held at higher readiness levels. Since 2020, China has also modernised its arsenal, starting production of its next-generation ballistic missile submarine, testing hypersonic glide vehicle warheads and conducting regular nuclear-armed sea patrols. Weapons on land, in the air and at sea give China the "nuclear triad" - a hallmark of a major nuclear power. A key point the U.S. side wanted to discuss, according to Santoro, was whether China still stood by its no-first-use and minimal deterrence policies, which date from the creation of its first nuclear bomb in the early 1960s. Minimal deterrence refers to having just enough atomic weapons to dissuade adversaries. China is also one of two nuclear powers - the other being India - to have pledged not to initiate a nuclear exchange. Chinese military analysts have speculated that the no-first-use policy is conditional - and that nuclear arms could be used against Taiwan's allies - but it remains Beijing's stated stance. Santoro said the Chinese delegates told U.S. representatives that Beijing maintained these policies and that "'we are not interested in reaching nuclear parity with you, let alone superiority.'" "'Nothing has changed, business as usual, you guys are exaggerating'," Santoro said in summarising Beijing's position. His description of the discussions was corroborated by fellow U.S. delegate Lyle Morris, a security scholar at the Asia Society Policy Institute. A report on the discussions is being prepared for U.S. government but would not be made public, Santoro said. 'RISK AND OPACITY' Top U.S. arms control official Bonnie Jenkins told Congress in May that China had not responded to nuclear-weapons risk reduction proposals that Washington raised during last year's formal talks. China has yet to agree to further government-to-government meetings. Bejing's "refusal to substantively engage" in discussions over its nuclear build-up raises questions around its "already ambiguous stated "no-first-use" policy and its nuclear doctrine more broadly," the State Department spokesperson told Reuters. China's Track Two delegation did not discuss specifics about Beijing's modernisation effort, Santoro and Morris said. Alberque of the Henry Stimson Centre said that China relied heavily on "risk and opacity" to mitigate U.S. nuclear superiority and there was "no imperative" for Beijing to have constructive discussions. China's expanded arsenal - which includes anti-ship cruise missiles, bombers, intercontinental ballistic missiles and submarines - exceeded the needs of a state with a minimal deterrence and no-first-use policy, Alberque said. Chinese talking points revolved around the "survivability" of Beijing's nuclear weapons if it suffered a first strike, said Morris. The U.S. delegates said the Chinese described their efforts as a deterrence-based modernisation programme to cope with developments such as improved U.S. missile defences, better surveillance capabilities, and strengthened alliances. The U.S., Britain and Australia last year signed a deal to share nuclear submarine technology and develop a new class of boats, while Washington is now working with Seoul to coordinate responses to a potential atomic attack. Washington's policy on nuclear weapons includes the possibility of using them if deterrence fails, though the Pentagon says it would only consider that in extreme circumstances. It did not provide specifics. One Chinese delegate "pointed to studies that said Chinese nuclear weapons were still vulnerable to U.S. strikes - their second-strike capability was not enough", said Morris.

US and China hold first informal nuclear talks in 5 years, eyeing Taiwan

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