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India on Monday summoned the Canadian deputy high commissioner to register a stern protest over the raising of pro-Khalistan slogans at an event in Toronto, Canada which was attended by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau&nbsp;and other political leaders.

India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that the country's deep concern and strong protest was conveyed.

"The Government of India's deep concern and strong protest was conveyed at such disturbing actions being allowed to continue unchecked at the event. This illustrates once again the political space that has been given in Canada to separatism, extremism and violence," said the Ministry of External Affairs in a statement.

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Canadian Deputy High Commissioner Stewart Wheeler was summoned to the External Affairs Ministry over “the raising of separatist slogans on Khalistan&nbsp;at an event which was addressed&nbsp;by the Canadian prime minister”, the ministry said.

“Indian government’s deep concern and strong protest was conveyed at such disturbing actions being allowed to continue unchecked,”&nbsp;the statement said in a reference to the Khalsa Day Parade in Toronto on Sunday afternoon.

"Their continued expressions not only impact India-Canada relations but also encourage a climate of violence and criminality in Canada to the detriment of its own citizens," the statement said,&nbsp;adding that&nbsp;such actions will impact bilateral relations. 
 
The ministry&nbsp;has several times earlier slammed the Canadian government for its failure to curb the activities of pro-Khalistan elements.

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“This illustrates once again the political space that has been given in Canada to separatism, extremism and violence. Their continued expressions not only impact India-Canada relations but also encourage a climate of violence and criminality in Canada to the detriment of its own citizens,” the statement said.

The MEA remarks came after Trudeau as well as opposition leader Pierre Poilievre attended the Khalsa Day celebrations in Toronto on Sunday (Apr 28) where loud chants of pro-Khalistan slogans were raised.

As the Canadian prime minister was set to address the public to mark Khalsa Day, the "Khalistan Zindabad" chants got louder, as seen in the video released by Canada-based CPAC TV.

NDP leader Jagmeet Singh and Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow were also present at the event.

<h2>India-Canada diplomatic rift</h2>

The incident also comes amid an ongoing diplomatic rift between India and Canada that was triggered after Trudeau accused New Delhi of killing Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in June 2023.&nbsp;

However, India has strongly rejected the allegations calling them "baseless" and "absurd".

Nijjar was shot dead outside a Gurdwara in Surrey, British Columbia, on the evening of June 18, 2023.

He was designated a terrorist by the National Investigation Agency in the year 2020.

(With inputs from agencies)

India on Monday summoned the Canadian deputy high commissioner to register a stern protest over the raising of pro-Khalistan slogans at an event in Toronto, Canada which was attended by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and other political leaders.

India on Monday summoned the Canadian deputy high commissioner to register a stern protest over the raising of pro-Khalistan slogans at an event in Toronto, Canada which was attended by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and other political leaders. India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said that the country's deep concern and strong protest was conveyed. "The Government of India's deep concern and strong protest was conveyed at such disturbing actions being allowed to continue unchecked at the event. This illustrates once again the political space that has been given in Canada to separatism, extremism and violence," said the Ministry of External Affairs in a statement. India strongly protests 'Khalistan' slogans at a public event attended by Canadian leaders:https://t.co/ELigT7BEDl pic.twitter.com/7k9DCl2yAv — Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) April 29, 2024 × Canadian Deputy High Commissioner Stewart Wheeler was summoned to the External Affairs Ministry over “the raising of separatist slogans on Khalistan at an event which was addressed by the Canadian prime minister”, the ministry said. “Indian government’s deep concern and strong protest was conveyed at such disturbing actions being allowed to continue unchecked,” the statement said in a reference to the Khalsa Day Parade in Toronto on Sunday afternoon. "Their continued expressions not only impact India-Canada relations but also encourage a climate of violence and criminality in Canada to the detriment of its own citizens," the statement said, adding that such actions will impact bilateral relations. The ministry has several times earlier slammed the Canadian government for its failure to curb the activities of pro-Khalistan elements. Also read: Video of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar’s killing in Canada surfaces “This illustrates once again the political space that has been given in Canada to separatism, extremism and violence. Their continued expressions not only impact India-Canada relations but also encourage a climate of violence and criminality in Canada to the detriment of its own citizens,” the statement said. The MEA remarks came after Trudeau as well as opposition leader Pierre Poilievre attended the Khalsa Day celebrations in Toronto on Sunday (Apr 28) where loud chants of pro-Khalistan slogans were raised. As the Canadian prime minister was set to address the public to mark Khalsa Day, the "Khalistan Zindabad" chants got louder, as seen in the video released by Canada-based CPAC TV. NDP leader Jagmeet Singh and Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow were also present at the event. India-Canada diplomatic rift The incident also comes amid an ongoing diplomatic rift between India and Canada that was triggered after Trudeau accused New Delhi of killing Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in June 2023. However, India has strongly rejected the allegations calling them "baseless" and "absurd". Nijjar was shot dead outside a Gurdwara in Surrey, British Columbia, on the evening of June 18, 2023. He was designated a terrorist by the National Investigation Agency in the year 2020. (With inputs from agencies)

India summons Canada envoy over Khalistan slogans at event attended by PM Justin Trudeau

Beijing warned the Philippines on Tuesday (Apr 30) to stop provocative actions after Manila said the Chinese coast guard used water cannon on two of its vessels in the South China Sea.

Manila said that the China Coast Guard fired a water cannon at two of its vessels, damaging one of them, during a patrol near a reef off the Southeast Asian country.

The incident was reported near Scarborough Shoal, a contested feature in the South China Sea.

The Philippines considers it within its exclusive economic zone, an area where it has special rights regarding resources. However, China also claims the shoal to be its part.

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"This damage serves as evidence of the forceful water pressure used by the China Coast Guard in their harassment of the Philippine vessels," a statement issued by the Philippine Coast Guard said.

The Philippine statement further alleges that the Chinese Coast Guard re-established a 380-metre&nbsp;barrier at the entrance to the shoal, a traditional fishing ground for Filipino fishermen, effectively blocking access to the waters within.

China and the Philippines in the past had said they would seek better communications and management around skirmishes in the vast South China Sea, but tensions have increased recently.

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China claims almost the entire South China Sea, a conduit for more than $3 trillion of annual ship-borne commerce, including parts claimed by the Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei. The Permanent Court of Arbitration in 2016 said China's claims had no legal basis.

(With inputs from agencies)

Beijing warned the Philippines on Tuesday (Apr 30) to stop provocative actions after Manila said the Chinese coast guard used water cannon on two of its vessels in the South China Sea.

Beijing warned the Philippines on Tuesday (Apr 30) to stop provocative actions after Manila said the Chinese coast guard used water cannon on two of its vessels in the South China Sea. Manila said that the China Coast Guard fired a water cannon at two of its vessels, damaging one of them, during a patrol near a reef off the Southeast Asian country. The incident was reported near Scarborough Shoal, a contested feature in the South China Sea. The Philippines considers it within its exclusive economic zone, an area where it has special rights regarding resources. However, China also claims the shoal to be its part. Also read: South China Sea: Philippines slams China for 'stirring up trouble' "This damage serves as evidence of the forceful water pressure used by the China Coast Guard in their harassment of the Philippine vessels," a statement issued by the Philippine Coast Guard said. The Philippine statement further alleges that the Chinese Coast Guard re-established a 380-metre barrier at the entrance to the shoal, a traditional fishing ground for Filipino fishermen, effectively blocking access to the waters within. China and the Philippines in the past had said they would seek better communications and management around skirmishes in the vast South China Sea, but tensions have increased recently. Also read: UK slams China over incidents in South China Sea against Philippines China claims almost the entire South China Sea, a conduit for more than $3 trillion of annual ship-borne commerce, including parts claimed by the Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei. The Permanent Court of Arbitration in 2016 said China's claims had no legal basis. (With inputs from agencies)

China tells Philippines to halt 'provocative actions' in South China Sea after shoal standoff

Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca, in a damning revelation, has admitted that its Covid-19 vaccine 'Covishield' can, in "very rare cases, cause TTS".

TTS or Thrombosis Thrombocytopenia Syndrome is a rare yet&nbsp;serious condition suffered by some vaccine takers, with symptoms including blood clots and platelet levels.

The revelation can potentially pave the way for&nbsp;AstraZeneca to cough up millions of dollars in legal payout. 
 
Here's all you need to know about the issue.

<h2>Covishield and rare side effects</h2>

British-Swedish company AstraZeneca, in conjunction with Oxford, developed its Covid vaccine that is sold under brand names 'Covishield' and 'Vaxzevria' among others.&nbsp;

The vaccine was initially rolled out in 2021, as hundreds and thousands of deaths from the dangerous virus were being reported from across the world.

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At the time, the rushed rollout was criticised by many in the scientific community and questions were raised about how safe it is to rush vaccine administration.&nbsp;

Now, three years down the line, the question is back as AstraZeneca faces class action suits over claims that its vaccine caused serious injury or death in dozens of cases.

<h2>A confession?</h2>

In legal documents submitted to the UK High Court in February, the pharmaceutical giant accepted that its COVID-19 vaccine "can, in very rare cases, cause TTS".

"It is admitted that the AZ vaccine can, in very rare cases, cause TTS. The causal mechanism is not known," said the company in the document that is making headlines months after it was submitted.

"Further, TTS can also occur in the absence of the AZ vaccine (or any vaccine). Causation in any individual case will be a matter for expert evidence," it added.

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Previously, lawyers for the pharma giant, in a letter of response sent in May last year, had contended "We do not accept that TTS is caused by the vaccine at a generic level".

<h2>Medical claims against the company</h2>

The first case against the company was lodged by Jamie Scott, father of two, who was 44 when he received the vaccine.&nbsp;

Ten days after the jab, Scott complained of tiredness and started vomiting. Soon after, his speech got impaired, and he had to be taken to the hospital, where physicians diagnosed him with a suspected case of Vaccine-induced Immune Thrombocytopenia and Thrombosis (VITT).

He survived the ordeal but was left with a permanent brain injury.

Alongside Scott, 51 cases have been lodged against the company, with victims and grieving relatives seeking damages estimated to be worth up to £100 million ($125.36 million).

Lawyers for the victims argue that the AstraZeneca-Oxford vaccine is "defective" and that its efficacy has been "vastly overstated". AstraZeneca has strongly denied these claims.

<h2>AstraZeneca vaccine side effects</h2>

As per the World Health Organization, side effects of the AstraZeneca vaccine include typically short-term and self-limiting mild-to-moderate symptoms.

The AstraZeneca vaccine has been associated with a range of common side effects, as reported by those who received it.

These side effects include discomfort at the injection site, a general feeling of being unwell, fatigue, fever, headaches, nausea, muscle and joint pain, swelling, redness at the site of injection, dizziness, sleepiness, excessive sweating, abdominal pain, and instances of fainting.

These, however, happen in less than 1 in 100 people.

<h2>Did nobody realise the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine's dangerous side effects earlier?</h2>

Amid reports of adverse effects, including blood clots due to the vaccine, several countries suspended the COVID-19 vaccine's use.

In March 2021, Austria suspended the use of one batch after two people developed blood clots after the vaccine jab and one of them died.

Over time, dozens of nations, many of them in Europe, suspended the use of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine.

This includes Denmark, Ireland, Thailand, the Netherlands, Norway, Iceland, Congo, Bulgaria, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Canada, Sweden, Latvia, Slovenia, Australia, Indonesia, and Malaysia.

(With inputs from agencies)

Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca, in a damning revelation, has admitted that its Covid-19 vaccine 'Covishield' can, in "very rare cases, cause TTS". TTS or Thrombosis Thrombocytopenia Syndrome is a rare yet serious condition suffered by some vaccine takers, with symptoms including blood clots and platelet levels.

Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca, in a damning revelation, has admitted that its Covid-19 vaccine 'Covishield' can, in "very rare cases, cause TTS". TTS or Thrombosis Thrombocytopenia Syndrome is a rare yet serious condition suffered by some vaccine takers, with symptoms including blood clots and platelet levels. The revelation can potentially pave the way for AstraZeneca to cough up millions of dollars in legal payout. Here's all you need to know about the issue. Covishield and rare side effects British-Swedish company AstraZeneca, in conjunction with Oxford, developed its Covid vaccine that is sold under brand names 'Covishield' and 'Vaxzevria' among others. The vaccine was initially rolled out in 2021, as hundreds and thousands of deaths from the dangerous virus were being reported from across the world. Also read | AstraZeneca admits in court that its Covid vaccine can ‘in very rare cases, cause TTS’ At the time, the rushed rollout was criticised by many in the scientific community and questions were raised about how safe it is to rush vaccine administration. Now, three years down the line, the question is back as AstraZeneca faces class action suits over claims that its vaccine caused serious injury or death in dozens of cases. A confession? In legal documents submitted to the UK High Court in February, the pharmaceutical giant accepted that its COVID-19 vaccine "can, in very rare cases, cause TTS". "It is admitted that the AZ vaccine can, in very rare cases, cause TTS. The causal mechanism is not known," said the company in the document that is making headlines months after it was submitted. "Further, TTS can also occur in the absence of the AZ vaccine (or any vaccine). Causation in any individual case will be a matter for expert evidence," it added. Also read | Years-long chill to end? Ron DeSantis and Donald Trump hold private talks in Miami Previously, lawyers for the pharma giant, in a letter of response sent in May last year, had contended "We do not accept that TTS is caused by the vaccine at a generic level". Medical claims against the company The first case against the company was lodged by Jamie Scott, father of two, who was 44 when he received the vaccine. Ten days after the jab, Scott complained of tiredness and started vomiting. Soon after, his speech got impaired, and he had to be taken to the hospital, where physicians diagnosed him with a suspected case of Vaccine-induced Immune Thrombocytopenia and Thrombosis (VITT). He survived the ordeal but was left with a permanent brain injury. Alongside Scott, 51 cases have been lodged against the company, with victims and grieving relatives seeking damages estimated to be worth up to £100 million ($125.36 million). Lawyers for the victims argue that the AstraZeneca-Oxford vaccine is "defective" and that its efficacy has been "vastly overstated". AstraZeneca has strongly denied these claims. AstraZeneca vaccine side effects As per the World Health Organization, side effects of the AstraZeneca vaccine include typically short-term and self-limiting mild-to-moderate symptoms. The AstraZeneca vaccine has been associated with a range of common side effects, as reported by those who received it. These side effects include discomfort at the injection site, a general feeling of being unwell, fatigue, fever, headaches, nausea, muscle and joint pain, swelling, redness at the site of injection, dizziness, sleepiness, excessive sweating, abdominal pain, and instances of fainting. These, however, happen in less than 1 in 100 people. Did nobody realise the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine's dangerous side effects earlier? Amid reports of adverse effects, including blood clots due to the vaccine, several countries suspended the COVID-19 vaccine's use. In March 2021, Austria suspended the use of one batch after two people developed blood clots after the vaccine jab and one of them died. Over time, dozens of nations, many of them in Europe, suspended the use of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine. This includes Denmark, Ireland, Thailand, the Netherlands, Norway, Iceland, Congo, Bulgaria, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Canada, Sweden, Latvia, Slovenia, Australia, Indonesia, and Malaysia. (With inputs from agencies)

AstraZeneca Covid vaccine: Court case, rare side effects, admission of guilt, and more. All you need to know

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The United States announced that five Israeli military units had committed grave human rights violations against Palestinians in the West Bank before Hamas launched its assault in the month of October, said the State Department on Monday (Apr 29).

State Department deputy spokesman Vedant Patel said that four out of these five units had taken remedial measures, however, consultations were underway over the fifth unit with the Israeli government.

"After a careful process, we found five Israeli units responsible for individual incidents of gross violations of human rights," Patel said.

Patel said that the violations took place before the Oct 7 Hamas assault and that it was not in the Gaza Strip.

He did not identify the units or specify the measures the Israeli government had taken against them.

As per the news agency AFP, press reports identified a battalion called the Netzah Yehuda comprised mainly of ultra-Orthodox Jews, as the one that was accused of abuses.&nbsp;

US law prohibits the government from funding or arming foreign security forces that have credible allegations of human rights abuses against them.

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<h2>Blinken 'hopeful' Hamas will accept Gaza deal</h2>

Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Monday said that he was hopeful Palestinian militant group Hamas would accept an "extraordinarily generous" offer to end the Israeli offensive in Gaza in exchange for the release of hostages.

"Hamas has before it a proposal that is extraordinarily, extraordinarily generous on the part of Israel," Blinken said in Riyadh at the World Economic Forum.

"In this moment, the only thing standing between the people of Gaza and a ceasefire is Hamas," he said.

"They have to decide -- and they have to decide quickly," Blinken said. "I'm hopeful that they will make the right decision."

"We can have a fundamental change in the dynamic" in more than half a year of bloodshed, Blinken said.

(With inputs from agencies)

The United States announced that five Israeli military units had committed grave human rights violations against Palestinians in the West Bank before Hamas launched its assault in the month of October, said the State Department on Monday (Apr 29).

The United States announced that five Israeli military units had committed grave human rights violations against Palestinians in the West Bank before Hamas launched its assault in the month of October, said the State Department on Monday (Apr 29). State Department deputy spokesman Vedant Patel said that four out of these five units had taken remedial measures, however, consultations were underway over the fifth unit with the Israeli government. "After a careful process, we found five Israeli units responsible for individual incidents of gross violations of human rights," Patel said. Patel said that the violations took place before the Oct 7 Hamas assault and that it was not in the Gaza Strip. He did not identify the units or specify the measures the Israeli government had taken against them. As per the news agency AFP, press reports identified a battalion called the Netzah Yehuda comprised mainly of ultra-Orthodox Jews, as the one that was accused of abuses. US law prohibits the government from funding or arming foreign security forces that have credible allegations of human rights abuses against them. Also read: Hamas gets 40-day ceasefire offer amid airstrikes on Rafah by Israel Blinken 'hopeful' Hamas will accept Gaza deal Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Monday said that he was hopeful Palestinian militant group Hamas would accept an "extraordinarily generous" offer to end the Israeli offensive in Gaza in exchange for the release of hostages. "Hamas has before it a proposal that is extraordinarily, extraordinarily generous on the part of Israel," Blinken said in Riyadh at the World Economic Forum. "In this moment, the only thing standing between the people of Gaza and a ceasefire is Hamas," he said. "They have to decide -- and they have to decide quickly," Blinken said. "I'm hopeful that they will make the right decision." "We can have a fundamental change in the dynamic" in more than half a year of bloodshed, Blinken said. (With inputs from agencies)

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The United States has severely denounced Iraq over its new bill criminalising same-sex relationships stating that the new law "threatens those most at risk" in Iraqi society.

US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller, in a statement, warned that the amendment to the 1988 anti-prostitution law could be used to "hamper free speech and expression".

He further said that it would "weaken Iraq's ability to diversify its economy and attract foreign investment."

"We are deeply concerned by the passage of an amendment to existing anti-prostitution and homosexuality legislation in Iraq. This amendment threatens those most at risk in Iraqi society and weakens Iraq’s ability to diversify its economy and attract foreign investment," he wrote in a post on his official X account.

He further said that international business coalitions had already indicated that such discrimination in Iraqi society would harm businesses and economic growth in the country.

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<h2>'Dangerous and worrying,' says UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron&nbsp;</h2>

British Foreign Secretary David Cameron said that the new law was extremely dangerous and worrying, calling for the government to "uphold human rights and freedoms of all people without distinction."

"Amendments to Iraq’s Anti-Prostitution Law which criminalises LGBT people are dangerous and worrying. No one should be targeted for who they are. We encourage the Government of Iraq to uphold human rights and freedoms of all people without distinction," he said.

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Iraq on Saturday (Apr 27) passed a bill criminalising same-sex relationships with a maximum prison sentence of 15 years.&nbsp;

The move was condemned by the rights groups that termed it an "attack on human rights".

The law aims to "protect Iraqi society from moral depravity and the calls for homosexuality that have overtaken the world," said the copy of the law according to news agency Reuters.

Under the amendments to a 1988 anti-prostitution law, transgender people will be sentenced to three years in prison.&nbsp;

The amendments were adopted during a session attended by 170 out of 329 lawmakers.

The move was mainly backed by conservative Shi'ite Muslim parties who form the largest coalition in mainly Muslim Iraq's parliament.

(With inputs from agencies)

The United States has severely denounced Iraq over its new bill criminalising same-sex relationships stating that the new law "threatens those most at risk" in Iraqi society.

The United States has severely denounced Iraq over its new bill criminalising same-sex relationships stating that the new law "threatens those most at risk" in Iraqi society. US State Department spokesperson Matthew Miller, in a statement, warned that the amendment to the 1988 anti-prostitution law could be used to "hamper free speech and expression". He further said that it would "weaken Iraq's ability to diversify its economy and attract foreign investment." "We are deeply concerned by the passage of an amendment to existing anti-prostitution and homosexuality legislation in Iraq. This amendment threatens those most at risk in Iraqi society and weakens Iraq’s ability to diversify its economy and attract foreign investment," he wrote in a post on his official X account. He further said that international business coalitions had already indicated that such discrimination in Iraqi society would harm businesses and economic growth in the country. We are deeply concerned by the passage of an amendment to existing anti-prostitution and homosexuality legislation in Iraq. This amendment threatens those most at risk in Iraqi society and weakens Iraq’s ability to diversify its economy and attract foreign investment. — Matthew Miller (@StateDeptSpox) April 27, 2024 × Also read: Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas says only US can stop Israel’s attack on Rafah 'Dangerous and worrying,' says UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron British Foreign Secretary David Cameron said that the new law was extremely dangerous and worrying, calling for the government to "uphold human rights and freedoms of all people without distinction." "Amendments to Iraq’s Anti-Prostitution Law which criminalises LGBT people are dangerous and worrying. No one should be targeted for who they are. We encourage the Government of Iraq to uphold human rights and freedoms of all people without distinction," he said. Amendments to Iraq’s Anti - Prostitution Law which criminalises LGBT people are dangerous and worrying. No one should be targeted for who they are. We encourage the Government of Iraq to uphold human rights and freedoms of all people without distinction. — David Cameron (@David_Cameron) April 27, 2024 × Iraq on Saturday (Apr 27) passed a bill criminalising same-sex relationships with a maximum prison sentence of 15 years. The move was condemned by the rights groups that termed it an "attack on human rights". The law aims to "protect Iraqi society from moral depravity and the calls for homosexuality that have overtaken the world," said the copy of the law according to news agency Reuters. Under the amendments to a 1988 anti-prostitution law, transgender people will be sentenced to three years in prison. The amendments were adopted during a session attended by 170 out of 329 lawmakers. The move was mainly backed by conservative Shi'ite Muslim parties who form the largest coalition in mainly Muslim Iraq's parliament. (With inputs from agencies)

US, UK condemn bill criminalising same-sex relationships in Iraq

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Humanitarian group World Central Kitchen, which lost seven of its aid workers in an Israeli airstrike a month ago, has announced that it will resume operations in Gaza from Monday (April 29).

Humanitarian group World Central Kitchen, which lost seven of its aid workers in an Israeli airstrike a month ago, has announced that it will resume operations in Gaza from Monday (April 29). The World Central Kitchen's operations were paused by its celebrity chef Jose Andres after its convoy was hit by Israel Defence Forces on April 1. In a message, World Central Kitchen (WCK) CEO Erin Gore said that the organisation will “continue to get as much food into Gaza, including northern Gaza, as possible.” Also Read: Israel targeted aid convoy 'systematically, car by car' and killed his staff members, alleges WCK founder “The humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire. We are restarting our operation with the same energy, dignity, and focus on feeding as many people as possible. To date, we have distributed more than 43 million meals and we are eager to deliver millions more. Food is a universal right and our work in Gaza has been the most life-saving mission in our 14-year organisational history,” said Gore in the statement. WCK promises to deliver food 'with same energy, dignity and focus' The group, while speaking about the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, said that they were restarting operations “with the same energy, dignity, and focus” to provide food to as many people as possible as they continue to mourn the loss of their seven colleagues and friends. “We have been forced to make a decision: stop feeding altogether during one of the worst hunger crises ever, ending our operation that accounted for 62% of all International NGO aid, or keep feeding knowing that aid, aid workers, and civilians are being intimidated and killed,” wrote Erin Gore the CEO of WCK. “These are the hardest conversations and we have to consider all perspectives when deliberating. Ultimately, we decided that we must keep feeding, continuing our mission of showing up to provide food to people during the toughest of times,” she said. The announcement was made less than a month after a three-car convoy carrying seven international aid workers was struck by an Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) missile in central Gaza. Watch: Aid ship carrying food supplies from World Central Kitchen charity reaches Gaza coast The aid workers were identified by the organisation as Saifeddin Issam Ayad Abutaha, a 25-year-old Palestinian; Lalzawmi (Zomi) Frankcom, a 43-year-old Australian; Damian Soból, a 35-year-old from Poland; Jacob Flickinger, a 33-year-old dual citizen of the U.S. and Canada; and security team members John Chapman, 57, James (Jim) Henderson, 33, and James Kirby, 47, all from the United Kingdom. There are 276 trucks of World Central Kitchen which can transfer almost 8 million meals into Gaza via Rafah. These trucks will also be sent to the enclave via Jordan, WCK said in a statement. (With inputs from agencies)

World Central Kitchen to restart sending food to Gaza, one month after losing seven aid workers

The European Union has launched a probe against US tech giant Meta over allegations that it has not done enough to rein in disinformation and foreign interference&nbsp;ahead of&nbsp;upcoming EU elections. The European Commission said Monday (Apr 29) the investigation was focussed on Meta’s policy towards foreign advertisers&nbsp;as well as&nbsp;the closure of a tool widely used by journalists and civil groups to monitor trends on the social media site.

<h2>Is Meta violating EU’s Digital Services Act?</h2>

With the latest action, the regulators are flexing the Digital Services Act,&nbsp;the&nbsp;EU’s prime law governing online platforms.&nbsp;

Meta is drawing flak for lowering the visibility of political content in the users’&nbsp;feed&nbsp;as EU regulators say this could be violating DSA’s transparency rules. Additionally, they claim Meta is not providing users with tools to report illegal content on the platform, another violation of the DSA.

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Meta also discontinued CrowdTangle, a widely-used tool&nbsp;used by civil society groups&nbsp;to track trending conversations on Facebook and Instagram.&nbsp;The tool will go offline after&nbsp;August 14.

EU says Meta’s decision to discontinue the tool without providing an efficient alternative “could result in damage to civic discourse and electoral processes in relation to the mis- and disinformation tracking capabilities, identification of voter interference and suppression, and the overall real-time transparency provided to fact-checkers, journalists&nbsp;and&nbsp;other relevant&nbsp; electoral&nbsp;stakeholders.”

<h2>How can&nbsp;EU punish Meta?</h2>

As per DSA, if allegations against Meta are confirmed, the&nbsp;EU can impose fines of up to 6&nbsp;per cent&nbsp;of the company’s total global revenue.

Meta has said the company will cooperate with the EU authorities.

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“We have a well-established process for identifying and mitigating risks on our platforms,” a spokesperson for the company said. “We look forward to continuing our cooperation with the European Commission and providing them with further details of this work,” the statement added.

Last fall, Meta submitted&nbsp;required documents to the EU in which it highlighted how it plans to tackle risks associated with its online tools. However, the concerns are that Meta has failed to do its job diligently.

(With inputs from agencies)

The European Union has launched a probe against US tech giant Meta over allegations that it has not done enough to rein in disinformation and foreign interference ahead of upcoming EU elections.

The European Union has launched a probe against US tech giant Meta over allegations that it has not done enough to rein in disinformation and foreign interference ahead of upcoming EU elections. The European Commission said Monday (Apr 29) the investigation was focussed on Meta’s policy towards foreign advertisers as well as the closure of a tool widely used by journalists and civil groups to monitor trends on the social media site. Is Meta violating EU’s Digital Services Act? With the latest action, the regulators are flexing the Digital Services Act, the EU’s prime law governing online platforms. Meta is drawing flak for lowering the visibility of political content in the users’ feed as EU regulators say this could be violating DSA’s transparency rules. Additionally, they claim Meta is not providing users with tools to report illegal content on the platform, another violation of the DSA. Also read: Meta`s WhatsApp and Threads removed from Apple app store in China Meta also discontinued CrowdTangle, a widely-used tool used by civil society groups to track trending conversations on Facebook and Instagram. The tool will go offline after August 14. EU says Meta’s decision to discontinue the tool without providing an efficient alternative “could result in damage to civic discourse and electoral processes in relation to the mis- and disinformation tracking capabilities, identification of voter interference and suppression, and the overall real-time transparency provided to fact-checkers, journalists and other relevant electoral stakeholders.” How can EU punish Meta? As per DSA, if allegations against Meta are confirmed, the EU can impose fines of up to 6 per cent of the company’s total global revenue. Meta has said the company will cooperate with the EU authorities. Also read: Meta`s stock falls as higher AI spending, modest revenue forecast disappoint investors “We have a well-established process for identifying and mitigating risks on our platforms,” a spokesperson for the company said. “We look forward to continuing our cooperation with the European Commission and providing them with further details of this work,” the statement added. Last fall, Meta submitted required documents to the EU in which it highlighted how it plans to tackle risks associated with its online tools. However, the concerns are that Meta has failed to do its job diligently. (With inputs from agencies)

EU flexes arms as it launches probe against Meta over disinformation concerns

A new tax proposal which targets fossil fuel giants within the world's richest economies could raise hundreds of billions of dollars to aid vulnerable nations grappling with the adverse effects of climate change.&nbsp;

The "Climate Damages Tax" report, unveiled on Monday (Apr 29), advocates for an additional levy on carbon emissions by fossil fuel entities located in Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries.&nbsp;

<h2>Would the tax make significant contributions to the fight against climate change?</h2>

As per the Guardian, projections suggest that the levy could potentially raise $720 billion (£580 billion) by the end of this decade.

The authors of the report calculate that if the tax takes effect in 2024, initially at $5 per tonne of CO2 equivalent, escalating by $5 annually, by 2030 it would raise around $900 billion in total.

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Of the forecasted revenue, $720 billion would be earmarked for the international loss and damage fund, they propose. The remaining $180 billion could be redistributed as a "domestic dividend," supporting communities within richer nations with a fair climate transition.

As per David Hillman, the director of the Stamp Out Poverty campaign and co-author of the report, this "demonstrates that the richest, most economically powerful countries, with the greatest historical responsibility for climate change, need look no further than their fossil fuel industries to collect tens of billions a year in extra income by taxing them far more rigorously."

"This is surely the fairest way to boost revenues for the loss and damage fund to ensure that it is sufficiently financed as to be fit for purpose," he added.

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The report&nbsp;has the backing of dozens of climate organisations worldwide, including Greenpeace, Stamp Out Poverty, Power Shift Africa and Christian Aid.&nbsp;

The proposed tax, as per Areeba Hamid, a joint director at Greenpeace UK, is an equitable strategy to compel the fossil fuel sector "to stop drilling and start paying for the damage they are causing around the world".

(With inputs from agencies)

A new tax proposal which targets fossil fuel giants within the world's richest economies could raise hundreds of billions of dollars to aid vulnerable nations grappling with the adverse effects of climate change.

A new tax proposal which targets fossil fuel giants within the world's richest economies could raise hundreds of billions of dollars to aid vulnerable nations grappling with the adverse effects of climate change. The "Climate Damages Tax" report, unveiled on Monday (Apr 29), advocates for an additional levy on carbon emissions by fossil fuel entities located in Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries. Would the tax make significant contributions to the fight against climate change? As per the Guardian, projections suggest that the levy could potentially raise $720 billion (£580 billion) by the end of this decade. The authors of the report calculate that if the tax takes effect in 2024, initially at $5 per tonne of CO2 equivalent, escalating by $5 annually, by 2030 it would raise around $900 billion in total. Also read | Deaths due to heat at all-time high; heatwaves in Europe linked to 30% increase in fatalities Of the forecasted revenue, $720 billion would be earmarked for the international loss and damage fund, they propose. The remaining $180 billion could be redistributed as a "domestic dividend," supporting communities within richer nations with a fair climate transition. As per David Hillman, the director of the Stamp Out Poverty campaign and co-author of the report, this "demonstrates that the richest, most economically powerful countries, with the greatest historical responsibility for climate change, need look no further than their fossil fuel industries to collect tens of billions a year in extra income by taxing them far more rigorously." "This is surely the fairest way to boost revenues for the loss and damage fund to ensure that it is sufficiently financed as to be fit for purpose," he added. Also read | Philippines to suspend in-person classes in public schools due to heat wave, jeepney drivers' strike The report has the backing of dozens of climate organisations worldwide, including Greenpeace, Stamp Out Poverty, Power Shift Africa and Christian Aid. The proposed tax, as per Areeba Hamid, a joint director at Greenpeace UK, is an equitable strategy to compel the fossil fuel sector "to stop drilling and start paying for the damage they are causing around the world". (With inputs from agencies)

Newly proposed tax on fossil fuel giants could raise $900bn by 2030

The military of the United States has been constructing a temporary pier to boost aid deliveries to Gaza. The Pentagon said on Monday (Apr 29) that cost of the construction will cost Washington at least $320 million.

The military of the United States has been constructing a temporary pier to boost aid deliveries to Gaza. The Pentagon said on Monday (Apr 29) that cost of the construction will cost Washington at least $320 million. Deputy Pentagon Press Secretary Sabrina Singh told journalists, "That's about our rough estimate right now, approximately $320 million." Singh added, "That's an initial cost for the temporary pier." On Thursday, the Pentagon announced that construction of the pier had begun, saying it should be operational in early May and will humanitarian aid to Gaza. Once the pier is constructed, aid will be transported via commercial vessels to a floating platform miles off the Gaza coast. After that, it will be transferred to smaller vessels, brought to the pier and taken to land by truck for distribution. Also read: Hamas gets 40-day ceasefire offer amid airstrikes on Rafah by Israel Firstly, US President Joe Biden announced the plans for the pier in early March as Israel held up deliveries of assistance by ground. Meanwhile, the US Central Command and the Royal Jordanian Air Force conducted a combined humanitarian assistance airdrop into Northern Gaza on Sunday to provide relief to civilians in Gaza affected by the ongoing conflict, CENTCOM said. The US C-130's dropped over 25,000 Meals Ready to Eat (MREs) of humanitarian assistance in Northern Gaza, CENTCOM said, further adding that more than 13,080 meal equivalents of Jordanian food supplies were also delivered. Also read: Container ship en route to Jeddah reportedly targeted with missiles near Yemen: Ambrey Watch: Blinken 'hopeful' Hamas will accept Israel's new ceasefire deal × Humanitarian situation in Gaza The humanitarian situation in Gaza continues to worsen with a senior US administration official saying last week that the territory's entire population of 2.2 million people is facing food insecurity. The Israel-Hamas war started after the militant group's October 7 attack on southern Israel resulting in the deaths of about 1,170 people, mostly civilians, according to an AFP tally of Israeli official figures. Israel's retaliatory offensive has killed at least 34,488 people in Gaza, mostly women and children, according to the health ministry in the Hamas-run territory. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Temporary Gaza pier to boost aid deliveries will cost US at least $320 million

Protests at US universities showed no sign of slowing over the weekend, with more arrests on campuses across the country and skirmishes between pro-Israeli and pro-Palestinian demonstrators at UCLA, where a tent encampment was set up last week.

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has said he is "hopeful" Hamas will accept Israel's latest proposal for a Gaza truce and hostage release deal. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Hamas War: Blinken 'hopeful' Hamas will accept Gaza ceasefire deal

US President Joe Biden poked fun at Donald Trump during the White House Correspondents’ Dinner on Saturday night, while seeking to portray his Republican rival as a threat to democracy six months before their rematch. Watch in for more details!

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Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Monday described domestic violence as a “national crisis” after thousands rallied around the country against violence toward women. Watch in for more details!

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A statement issued by the White House did not give more details of that part of the conversation. Washington has said that it could not support a Rafah operation without an appropriate and credible humanitarian plan.

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According to Ukraine's top commander, Russia has concentrated considerable forces in various sites on the eastern front, west of three villages, where Kyiv's outnumbered troops withdrew to new positions.

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In the latest,&nbsp;British Foreign Secretary David Cameron announced that a 40-day ceasefire has been proposed to Hamas. In other news,&nbsp;India summoned the Canadian deputy high commissioner regarding the chanting of pro-Khalistan slogans at an event in Canada, which was also attended by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Separately, the scientist who created China's first anti-Covid vaccine has been removed from parliament and is facing serious accusations.

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British Foreign Secretary David Cameron on Monday (Apr 29) said that a 40-day ceasefire has been offered to&nbsp;Hamas and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged Hamas to accept Israel's latest and "extraordinarily generous" proposal.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-summons-canada-envoy-over-khalistan-slogans-at-event-attended-by-trudeau-716350">India summons Canada envoy over Khalistan slogans at event attended by Trudeau</a>

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India on Monday summoned the Canadian deputy high commissioner over the raising of pro-Khalistan slogans at an event in Canada which was also attended by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/isro-delayed-chandrayaan-3s-launch-by-four-seconds-to-avoid-massive-collision-in-space-716278">ISRO delayed&nbsp;Chandrayaan-3’s&nbsp;launch by four seconds to avoid massive collision in space</a>

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India’s&nbsp;historic mission to the Moon could have met a disastrous fate in the sky had scientists not been able to make a vital calculation to avoid a devastating collision, the&nbsp;Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) revealed Monday (Apr 29). It was all because of&nbsp;ISRO’s&nbsp; proactive&nbsp;and decisive space management that&nbsp;the Chandrayaan-3 mission could be saved&nbsp;and successfully executed as a&nbsp;key&nbsp;decision&nbsp;was taken&nbsp;even before the rocket lifted&nbsp;off.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/container-ship-en-route-to-jeddah-reportedly-targeted-with-missiles-near-yemen-ambrey-716330">Container ship en route to Jeddah attacked with three missiles near Yemen’s port city Mokha</a>

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A Malta-flagged container ship which was en route from Djibouti to the Saudi city of Jeddah was reportedly targeted with three missiles, reported the British maritime security firm Ambrey, on Monday (Apr 29). The incident reportedly took place near Yemen’s port city of Mokha.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scientist-who-developed-chinas-first-vaccine-now-facing-discipline-charges-expelled-from-parliament-716300">Scientist who developed China’s first vaccine now facing disciplinary charges, expelled from parliament</a>

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The scientist who led the efforts to develop China’s first anti-Covid vaccine has now been expelled from the parliament and is facing&nbsp;serious&nbsp;charges, reported Hong-based media outlet South China Morning Post.

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/indias-rbi-punishes-five-co-operative-banks-for-rule-violations-imposes-fine-716344">India’s&nbsp;RBI punishes five co-operative banks for rule violations, imposes&nbsp;fine</a>

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India’s&nbsp;central bank on&nbsp;Monday (Apr 29) imposed a monetary penalty on five co-operative banks for multiple violations.&nbsp;The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said&nbsp;all five banks were&nbsp;found&nbsp; in non-compliance&nbsp;with directions issued by the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) on&nbsp;‘Frauds - Guidelines for Classification, Reporting and Monitoring’.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/more-than-50-of-us-voters-dont-like-trump-for-president-but-more-would-prefer-him-over-biden-poll-716147">Over 50% of US voters don't like Trump for president, but more would prefer him over Biden: Poll</a>

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As the race to the White House continues to heat up, presumptive presidential candidates Donald Trump and Joe Biden both hold a mostly negative view among voters, shows a new poll.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/scotlands-humza-yousaf-planning-to-quit-as-first-minister-report-716215">Scotland's Humza Yousaf&nbsp;resigns as first minister: 'Not willing to trade in my values'</a>

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Humza&nbsp;Yousaf&nbsp;on Monday (Apr 29)&nbsp;resigned as Scotland's first minister&nbsp;rather than facing two confidence votes.&nbsp;The 39-year-old politician also said he would stand down as leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP) but would stay on until his successor&nbsp;was found.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/australia-teens-planned-to-buy-guns-attack-jewish-people-after-sydney-bishop-was-stabbed-716355">Australia: Teens planned to buy guns, attack Jewish people after Sydney bishop was stabbed</a>

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The police in Australia uncovered a sinister plot where four teenagers had planned to buy guns and attack Jewish people, reported the Australian media citing official documents, on Monday (Apr 29). The plot reportedly surfaced days after a teenager allegedly stabbed Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel at a church, earlier this month.&nbsp;

<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/astrazaneca-admits-in-court-document-its-covid-vaccine-can-in-very-rare-cases-cause-complications-716218">AstraZeneca admits in court that its Covid vaccine can ‘in very rare cases, cause TTS’</a>

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For the first time since its COVID-19 vaccine was rolled out, AstraZeneca has admitted that it can cause a rare side effect. In legal documents submitted to the United Kingdom High Court, the pharmaceutical giant accepted that its COVID-19 vaccine "can, in very rare cases, cause TTS".

In the latest, British Foreign Secretary David Cameron announced that a 40-day ceasefire has been proposed to Hamas. In other news, India summoned the Canadian deputy high commissioner regarding the chanting of pro-Khalistan slogans at an event in Canada, which was also attended by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

In the latest, British Foreign Secretary David Cameron announced that a 40-day ceasefire has been proposed to Hamas. In other news, India summoned the Canadian deputy high commissioner regarding the chanting of pro-Khalistan slogans at an event in Canada, which was also attended by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Separately, the scientist who created China's first anti-Covid vaccine has been removed from parliament and is facing serious accusations. Click on the headlines to read more. Hamas gets 40-day ceasefire offer amid airstrikes on Rafah by Israel British Foreign Secretary David Cameron on Monday (Apr 29) said that a 40-day ceasefire has been offered to Hamas and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken urged Hamas to accept Israel's latest and "extraordinarily generous" proposal. India summons Canada envoy over Khalistan slogans at event attended by Trudeau India on Monday summoned the Canadian deputy high commissioner over the raising of pro-Khalistan slogans at an event in Canada which was also attended by Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. ISRO delayed Chandrayaan-3’s launch by four seconds to avoid massive collision in space India’s historic mission to the Moon could have met a disastrous fate in the sky had scientists not been able to make a vital calculation to avoid a devastating collision, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) revealed Monday (Apr 29). It was all because of ISRO’s proactive and decisive space management that the Chandrayaan-3 mission could be saved and successfully executed as a key decision was taken even before the rocket lifted off. Container ship en route to Jeddah attacked with three missiles near Yemen’s port city Mokha A Malta-flagged container ship which was en route from Djibouti to the Saudi city of Jeddah was reportedly targeted with three missiles, reported the British maritime security firm Ambrey, on Monday (Apr 29). The incident reportedly took place near Yemen’s port city of Mokha. Scientist who developed China’s first vaccine now facing disciplinary charges, expelled from parliament The scientist who led the efforts to develop China’s first anti-Covid vaccine has now been expelled from the parliament and is facing serious charges, reported Hong-based media outlet South China Morning Post. India’s RBI punishes five co-operative banks for rule violations, imposes fine India’s central bank on Monday (Apr 29) imposed a monetary penalty on five co-operative banks for multiple violations. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said all five banks were found in non-compliance with directions issued by the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) on ‘Frauds - Guidelines for Classification, Reporting and Monitoring’. Over 50% of US voters don't like Trump for president, but more would prefer him over Biden: Poll As the race to the White House continues to heat up, presumptive presidential candidates Donald Trump and Joe Biden both hold a mostly negative view among voters, shows a new poll. Scotland's Humza Yousaf resigns as first minister: 'Not willing to trade in my values' Humza Yousaf on Monday (Apr 29) resigned as Scotland's first minister rather than facing two confidence votes. The 39-year-old politician also said he would stand down as leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP) but would stay on until his successor was found. Australia: Teens planned to buy guns, attack Jewish people after Sydney bishop was stabbed The police in Australia uncovered a sinister plot where four teenagers had planned to buy guns and attack Jewish people, reported the Australian media citing official documents, on Monday (Apr 29). The plot reportedly surfaced days after a teenager allegedly stabbed Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel at a church, earlier this month. AstraZeneca admits in court that its Covid vaccine can ‘in very rare cases, cause TTS’ For the first time since its COVID-19 vaccine was rolled out, AstraZeneca has admitted that it can cause a rare side effect. In legal documents submitted to the United Kingdom High Court, the pharmaceutical giant accepted that its COVID-19 vaccine "can, in very rare cases, cause TTS".

Top 10 world news: Hamas gets 40-day ceasefire offer from Israel; India summons Canada envoy; and more

Israel's foreign minister Israel Katz said on Saturday (Apr 27) that if a deal is secured to release Israeli hostages held by Hamas, then a planned incursion into the southern Gaza city of Rafah could be suspended.

Israel's foreign minister Israel Katz said on Saturday (Apr 27) that if a deal is secured to release Israeli hostages held by Hamas, then a planned incursion into the southern Gaza city of Rafah could be suspended. During an interview with local Channel 12 television, Katz said, "The release of the hostages is the top priority for us." On being asked if the priority involved suspending a planned operation to eliminate Hamas battalions in the city of Rafah, Katz answered, "Yes." "If there will be a deal, we will suspend the operation," he further said. This comes after Hamas said that it was reviewing a new Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza City. A senior Hamas official Khalil al-Hayya said the Palestinian militant group was evaluating Israel's proposal, and "upon completion of its study, it will submit its response". The official didn't provide another detail on Israel's offer but said it was in response to a proposal from Hamas two weeks ago. This development comes as Egypt increased its efforts to secure a deal between Israel and Hamas amid a deteriorating humanitarian situation in the region and calls to prevent an Israeli ground offensive into the southern Gaza city of Rafah. Watch: Pro-Palestinian protests spread across US college campuses × Meanwhile, Hezbollah's Deputy Secretary General Naim Qassem warns that full-scale war will not bring residents of northern Israel home. He said that it will end their presence there "once and for all". "[Defense Minister Yoav] Gallant threatens us that if we don’t stop the attacks, he will attack Lebanon to return the residents of the north to their homes," he said, in a statement quoted in Hebrew media. "I say to Gallant that this war will not only cause the Zionists to not return to their homes but is likely to end their presence in the northern occupied territories once and for all," he added. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Rafah operation could be suspended if hostage deal is secured, says Israeli foreign minister

The United Kingdom is reportedly set to crack down on common and weak passwords, requiring manufacturers of internet-connected devices to direct users to change commonly used security keys. Watch in for more details!

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