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Former US president Donald Trump's bid to dismiss the classified documents case was denied by a judge on Thursday (April 4).&nbsp;

Trump has been accused of mishandling classified documents during his tenure as the president and has argued that the documents were seen as personal papers under the Presidential Records Act.

The charges against Trump "make no reference to the Presidential Records Act, nor do they rely on that statute for purposes of stating an offence," wrote US District Judge Aileen Cannon.

"For these reasons, accepting the allegations of the Superseding Indictment as true, the Presidential Records Act does not provide a pre-trial basis to dismiss," the judge added. This also raised the possibility of the argument being used by the defence in the case later.&nbsp;

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Cannon had asked the two sides to address the argument of whether the national security documents can be labelled as personal in proposed jury instructions. Special counsel Jack Smith's office said that the argument was "fundamentally flawed".

Trump has been charged by Special Counsel Smith in a 40-count indictment which includes 32 alleged violations of a national security law called the Espionage Act, under which it is illegal to mishandle national defence information.

More than 300 sensitive government records were finally recovered by the FBI from Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence and he was accused of keeping them illegally by the prosecutors.

<h2>Judge says the issue is 'unprecedented and unjust'</h2>

In her Thursday ruling (April 4), the judge said that the issue now is "unprecedented and unjust."

Cannon said that her order soliciting preliminary draft instructions was "a genuine attempt, in the context of the upcoming trial, to better understand the parties’ competing positions and the questions to be submitted to the jury in this complex case."

As per the Presidential Records Act, the president is required to return the presidential records at the end of their term, however, they can keep their personal records, which they refer to as documents which contain “highly personal information, such as diaries, journals, and medical records.”&nbsp;

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“Trump’s entire effort to rely on the PRA is not based on any facts,” said the prosecutors.&nbsp;

“It is a post hoc justification that was concocted more than a year after he left the White House, and his invocation in this Court of the PRA is not grounded in any decision he actually made during his presidency to designate as personal any of the records charged," he added.&nbsp;

The trial will begin on May 20. However, the judge has repeatedly hinted that the date will be pushed back and both sides have been asked to submit new proposed dates. The two sides proposed dates in late February, however, Cannon failed to give a ruling. Trump has pleaded not guilty to all counts.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Former US president Donald Trump's bid to dismiss the classified documents case was denied by a judge on Thursday (April 4). Trump has been accused of mishandling classified documents during his tenure as the president and has argued that the documents were seen as personal papers under the Presidential Records Act.

Former US president Donald Trump's bid to dismiss the classified documents case was denied by a judge on Thursday (April 4). Trump has been accused of mishandling classified documents during his tenure as the president and has argued that the documents were seen as personal papers under the Presidential Records Act. The charges against Trump "make no reference to the Presidential Records Act, nor do they rely on that statute for purposes of stating an offence," wrote US District Judge Aileen Cannon. "For these reasons, accepting the allegations of the Superseding Indictment as true, the Presidential Records Act does not provide a pre-trial basis to dismiss," the judge added. This also raised the possibility of the argument being used by the defence in the case later. Also Read: Trump posts $175mn bond in NY civil fraud case, averts seizure of assets Cannon had asked the two sides to address the argument of whether the national security documents can be labelled as personal in proposed jury instructions. Special counsel Jack Smith's office said that the argument was "fundamentally flawed". Trump has been charged by Special Counsel Smith in a 40-count indictment which includes 32 alleged violations of a national security law called the Espionage Act, under which it is illegal to mishandle national defence information. More than 300 sensitive government records were finally recovered by the FBI from Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence and he was accused of keeping them illegally by the prosecutors. Judge says the issue is 'unprecedented and unjust' In her Thursday ruling (April 4), the judge said that the issue now is "unprecedented and unjust." Cannon said that her order soliciting preliminary draft instructions was "a genuine attempt, in the context of the upcoming trial, to better understand the parties’ competing positions and the questions to be submitted to the jury in this complex case." As per the Presidential Records Act, the president is required to return the presidential records at the end of their term, however, they can keep their personal records, which they refer to as documents which contain “highly personal information, such as diaries, journals, and medical records.” Watch: Trump vs Biden: Spotlight on battleground US states “Trump’s entire effort to rely on the PRA is not based on any facts,” said the prosecutors. “It is a post hoc justification that was concocted more than a year after he left the White House, and his invocation in this Court of the PRA is not grounded in any decision he actually made during his presidency to designate as personal any of the records charged," he added. The trial will begin on May 20. However, the judge has repeatedly hinted that the date will be pushed back and both sides have been asked to submit new proposed dates. The two sides proposed dates in late February, however, Cannon failed to give a ruling. Trump has pleaded not guilty to all counts. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump's troubles continue as judge denies motion to dismiss classified documents case

Microsoft, the US-based multinational corporation, has raised concerns over possible Chinese influence and disruptions during elections in the United States, South Korea and India using artificial intelligence-generated content. Beijing apparently made a dry run during the presidential election in Taiwan.&nbsp;

A new report released Friday (Apr 5) by Microsoft Threat Intelligence revealed that the tech company has observed notable trends from state-backed actors "that demonstrate not only doubling down on familiar targets but also attempts to use more sophisticated influence techniques to achieve their goals".&nbsp;

The report said that it expects Chinese state-backed cyber groups to target crucial and high-profile elections with a possible involvement of North Korea also.&nbsp;

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The report said, "As populations in India, South Korea and the United States head to the polls, we are likely to see Chinese cyber and influence actors, and to some extent, North Korean cyber actors, work toward targeting these elections."&nbsp;

Chinese influence actors "experimented with new media" and "continued to refine AI-generated or AI-enhanced content" the report said.&nbsp;

"The influence actors behind these campaigns have shown a willingness to both amplify AI-generated media that benefits their strategic narratives, as well as create their own video, memes, and audio content," it added.&nbsp;

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The report highlighted&nbsp;a "notable uptick in content featuring Taiwanese political figures ahead of the January 13 presidential and legislative elections".&nbsp;

Besides Taiwan, China also used AI-generated content to spread propaganda related to Japan's disposal of nuclear wastewater, Hawaii's wildfire and Kentucky's train derailment last year in the form of memes and conspiracy theories.&nbsp;

According to Microsoft, the news anchors were created by the CapCut tool, which is developed by the Chinese company ByteDance, the owner of TikTok.&nbsp;

China hasn't reacted to Microsoft's report yet.&nbsp;

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<h2>Taiwan election: When pro-China disinformation targeted voters</h2>

Taiwan had claimed that&nbsp;the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-election-pro-china-disinformation-targets-voters-with-deepfakes-and-manipulative-videos-678779">presidential election campaign</a> was hit by a wave of disinformation and TikTok videos, which are particularly aimed at candidates China opposes.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Beijing has made it clear that it opposes the frontrunner Lai Ching-te, whose Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) rejects China's assertion that Taiwan is its own territory.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Microsoft, the US-based multinational corporation, has raised concerns over possible Chinese influence and disruptions during elections in the United States, South Korea and India using artificial intelligence-generated content.

Microsoft, the US-based multinational corporation, has raised concerns over possible Chinese influence and disruptions during elections in the United States, South Korea and India using artificial intelligence-generated content. Beijing apparently made a dry run during the presidential election in Taiwan. A new report released Friday (Apr 5) by Microsoft Threat Intelligence revealed that the tech company has observed notable trends from state-backed actors "that demonstrate not only doubling down on familiar targets but also attempts to use more sophisticated influence techniques to achieve their goals". The report said that it expects Chinese state-backed cyber groups to target crucial and high-profile elections with a possible involvement of North Korea also. Also read: China blocking Dalai Lama's Sri Lanka visit, says top Buddhist leader The report said, "As populations in India, South Korea and the United States head to the polls, we are likely to see Chinese cyber and influence actors, and to some extent, North Korean cyber actors, work toward targeting these elections." Chinese influence actors "experimented with new media" and "continued to refine AI-generated or AI-enhanced content" the report said. "The influence actors behind these campaigns have shown a willingness to both amplify AI-generated media that benefits their strategic narratives, as well as create their own video, memes, and audio content," it added. Also read: Strong winds sucked out three people from their homes in China while they slept The report highlighted a "notable uptick in content featuring Taiwanese political figures ahead of the January 13 presidential and legislative elections". Besides Taiwan, China also used AI-generated content to spread propaganda related to Japan's disposal of nuclear wastewater, Hawaii's wildfire and Kentucky's train derailment last year in the form of memes and conspiracy theories. According to Microsoft, the news anchors were created by the CapCut tool, which is developed by the Chinese company ByteDance, the owner of TikTok. China hasn't reacted to Microsoft's report yet. Watch: India elections 2024: Populist poll promises vs reality in India × Taiwan election: When pro-China disinformation targeted voters Taiwan had claimed that the presidential election campaign was hit by a wave of disinformation and TikTok videos, which are particularly aimed at candidates China opposes. Beijing has made it clear that it opposes the frontrunner Lai Ching-te, whose Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) rejects China's assertion that Taiwan is its own territory. (With inputs from agencies)

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New York, which sits on the North American Plate and generally experiences fewer seismic events compared to regions along tectonic plate boundaries, was hit by a 4.7 magnitude earthquake on Friday (Apr 5) , as per the US Geological Survey (USGS).&nbsp;

During the jolts, the New York buildings rattled with the tremors while an alert was also sent to the residents advising them to remain indoors and call 911 in case of any injuries. The people were quite shocked by the earthquake as NYC is not in a quake-prone region.&nbsp;

According to USGS, the epicentre of the earthquake was near Whitehouse Station in New Jersey. The depth of the epicentre was 5 kilometres, as per the survey. Even as there have been reports of buildings shaking due to quake from Philadelphia north to Boston, there have been no official statements of any kind of injury.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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The recording on the&nbsp;Richter scale, as per the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre, was of 5.5 magnitude. Reuters citing its reporters on the ground as well as other social media reports, said that the quake was felt across New York City, New Jersey, western Connecticut, and northern Pennsylvania.

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A Bronx resident aged 38, Charita Walcott, described the earthquake as a "violent rumble" lasting nearly 30 seconds.

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"It was kind of like being in a drum circle, that vibration," she said, as reported by&nbsp;news agency&nbsp;Reuters.

<h2>White House responds</h2>

While House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre in a statement on social media platform X wrote, "The President has been briefed on the earthquake, which had an epicentre&nbsp;in New Jersey, and he is in touch with his team who are monitoring potential impacts. The White House is in touch with federal, state, and local officials as we learn more."&nbsp;

The quake struck the region at around 10:23 am and continued for several seconds. New York Governor Kathy Hochul wrote on X, “My team is assessing impacts and any damage that may have occurred, and we will update the public throughout the day."

The UN Security Council (UNSC) meeting on Friday was also interrupted for a short while owing to the quake.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

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New York, which sits on the North American Plate and generally experiences fewer seismic events compared to regions along tectonic plate boundaries, was hit by a 4.

New York, which sits on the North American Plate and generally experiences fewer seismic events compared to regions along tectonic plate boundaries, was hit by a 4.7 magnitude earthquake on Friday (Apr 5) , as per the US Geological Survey (USGS). During the jolts, the New York buildings rattled with the tremors while an alert was also sent to the residents advising them to remain indoors and call 911 in case of any injuries. The people were quite shocked by the earthquake as NYC is not in a quake-prone region. According to USGS, the epicentre of the earthquake was near Whitehouse Station in New Jersey. The depth of the epicentre was 5 kilometres, as per the survey. Even as there have been reports of buildings shaking due to quake from Philadelphia north to Boston, there have been no official statements of any kind of injury. Also Read | Israeli military sacks 2 over killing of aid workers, a day after Biden-Netanyahu call The recording on the Richter scale, as per the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre, was of 5.5 magnitude. Reuters citing its reporters on the ground as well as other social media reports, said that the quake was felt across New York City, New Jersey, western Connecticut, and northern Pennsylvania. Also Read | French girl left in coma after being thrashed by three teenagers A Bronx resident aged 38, Charita Walcott, described the earthquake as a "violent rumble" lasting nearly 30 seconds. Watch | US: Donald Trump suffers setbacks as judges reject calls to dismiss charges × "It was kind of like being in a drum circle, that vibration," she said, as reported by news agency Reuters. White House responds While House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre in a statement on social media platform X wrote, "The President has been briefed on the earthquake, which had an epicentre in New Jersey, and he is in touch with his team who are monitoring potential impacts. The White House is in touch with federal, state, and local officials as we learn more." The quake struck the region at around 10:23 am and continued for several seconds. New York Governor Kathy Hochul wrote on X, “My team is assessing impacts and any damage that may have occurred, and we will update the public throughout the day." The UN Security Council (UNSC) meeting on Friday was also interrupted for a short while owing to the quake. (With inputs from agencies)

Rare earthquake of 4.7 magnitude rocks New York, New Jersey

Reports say the U.S. may consider removing the Houthis from its terror list. The Houthis have not stopped attacking ships at the Red Sea, neither have they called off the war. What then explains the possible delisting of the group from the American terror list? Watch in for more details!

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The United States reportedly approved the supply of thousands of bombs to Israel on the same day foreign aid workers of the World Central Kitchen (WCK) were killed in airstrikes, the Washington Post reported on Thursday (Apr 4) citing officials.&nbsp;

Other US-based media outlets also reported that the Biden administration approved the transfer of more than 1,000 MK82 500lb bombs, more than 1,000 small-diameter bombs, and fuses for MK80 bombs.&nbsp;

Seven aid workers were killed in Gaza when their convoy was hit during an airstrike, with charity founder Jose Andres alleging that Israel targeted them "systematically, car by car". They were leaving the Deir al-Balah warehouse.&nbsp;

Andres told the Reuters news agency, "This was not just a bad luck situation where 'oops' we dropped the bomb in the wrong place. This was over 1.5, 1.8 kilometres, with a very defined humanitarian convoy that had signs in the top, on the roof, a very colourful logo that we are obviously very proud of."&nbsp;

"It's very clear who we are and what we do," he added.&nbsp;

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<h2>Use of US weapons in Gaza war&nbsp;</h2>

The US officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said that the weapons are part of authorisations which were granted by Congress several years before the ongoing war between Israel-Hamas war started.&nbsp;

Recently, before the strike on the aid workers' convoy, Secretary of State Antony Blinken was asked about the continued transfer of arms to Israel, to which he replied that such deals are needed to thwart regional threats to Israel from Iran and Hezbollah.&nbsp;

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He reportedly said on Tuesday that the weapons "go to deterrence, trying to avoid more conflicts. They go to replenishment of their supplies and their stocks". However, there are several incidents which confirm that US weapons are being used in Gaza.&nbsp;

The incident led to global condemnation, even from allies who have previously defended Israel's right to defend itself. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed condolences, calling it a "tragic incident". But he also said that "such accidents happen in wartime".&nbsp;

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.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

The United States reportedly approved the supply of thousands of bombs to Israel on the same day foreign aid workers of the World Central Kitchen (WCK) were killed in airstrikes, the Washington Post reported on Thursday (Apr 4) citing officials.

The United States reportedly approved the supply of thousands of bombs to Israel on the same day foreign aid workers of the World Central Kitchen (WCK) were killed in airstrikes, the Washington Post reported on Thursday (Apr 4) citing officials. Other US-based media outlets also reported that the Biden administration approved the transfer of more than 1,000 MK82 500lb bombs, more than 1,000 small-diameter bombs, and fuses for MK80 bombs. Seven aid workers were killed in Gaza when their convoy was hit during an airstrike, with charity founder Jose Andres alleging that Israel targeted them "systematically, car by car". They were leaving the Deir al-Balah warehouse. Andres told the Reuters news agency, "This was not just a bad luck situation where 'oops' we dropped the bomb in the wrong place. This was over 1.5, 1.8 kilometres, with a very defined humanitarian convoy that had signs in the top, on the roof, a very colourful logo that we are obviously very proud of." "It's very clear who we are and what we do," he added. Also read: Biden, Netanyahu hold talk - first after WCK aid workers killed in Israeli strikes Use of US weapons in Gaza war The US officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said that the weapons are part of authorisations which were granted by Congress several years before the ongoing war between Israel-Hamas war started. Recently, before the strike on the aid workers' convoy, Secretary of State Antony Blinken was asked about the continued transfer of arms to Israel, to which he replied that such deals are needed to thwart regional threats to Israel from Iran and Hezbollah. Also read: Israel using 'unparalleled' AI to list out suspected Hamas targets: Report Watch: Red Sea Crisis: US to remove Houthis from terror list? × He reportedly said on Tuesday that the weapons "go to deterrence, trying to avoid more conflicts. They go to replenishment of their supplies and their stocks". However, there are several incidents which confirm that US weapons are being used in Gaza. The incident led to global condemnation, even from allies who have previously defended Israel's right to defend itself. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed condolences, calling it a "tragic incident". But he also said that "such accidents happen in wartime". 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)

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A New Jersey earthquake shook and stirred New York City Friday, leaving residents rattled by the most powerful tremor to hit the five boroughs in more than a decade. Watch in for more details!

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Suspected Sunni Muslim terrorists killed at least a dozen Iranian security officers while 16 of them were killed in attacks on Iran's Revolutionary Guards headquarters in the southeastern province of Sistan-Baluchestan bordering Pakistan, state media said on Thursday (April 4).&nbsp;

The attacks by terrorists from the Jaish al-Adl group took place overnight and targeted Iranian Revolutionary Guards headquarters in Rask and Chabahar, located in the Sistan and Baluchestan provinces, the reports said.

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Jaish al-Adl, or Army of Justice, is a separatist militant group that operates both in Iran and Pakistan and has previously claimed responsibility for attacks against Iranian targets. Its stated goal is the independence of overall Shia majority Iran’s only Sunni-majority Sistan and Baluchestan province.

"The terrorists failed to succeed in achieving their goal of seizing the Guards headquarters in Chabahar and Rask," Deputy Interior Minister Majid Mirahmadi told state TV.

State TV claimed that 10 other security officers were also injured in the fighting in the impoverished region, which has a predominantly Sunni Muslim population.

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In January, Iran targeted two bases of the terrorist group in Pakistan with missiles, following which Pakistan claimed to have executed a retaliation over what it said were separatist terrorists in Iran.

Iran claimed to have carried out "precision missile and drone strikes" against Jaish al Adl in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province on Jan 16. 
 
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Pakistan had condemned the Iranian airstrike inside its borders and claimed that it killed two children.

The Iranian airstrikes inside Pakistan had come weeks after Tehran accused Jaish al-Adl militants of storming a police station in the Iranian province of Sistan and Baluchestan, which killed 11 Iranian police officers.

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Suspected Sunni Muslim terrorists killed at least a dozen Iranian security officers while 16 of them were killed in attacks on Iran's Revolutionary Guards headquarters in the southeastern province of Sistan-Baluchestan bordering Pakistan, state media said on Thursday (April 4).

Suspected Sunni Muslim terrorists killed at least a dozen Iranian security officers while 16 of them were killed in attacks on Iran's Revolutionary Guards headquarters in the southeastern province of Sistan-Baluchestan bordering Pakistan, state media said on Thursday (April 4). The attacks by terrorists from the Jaish al-Adl group took place overnight and targeted Iranian Revolutionary Guards headquarters in Rask and Chabahar, located in the Sistan and Baluchestan provinces, the reports said. Also watch | Terror outfit Jaish Al-Adl carries out attack on Iran's military post, clashes still underway × Jaish al-Adl, or Army of Justice, is a separatist militant group that operates both in Iran and Pakistan and has previously claimed responsibility for attacks against Iranian targets. Its stated goal is the independence of overall Shia majority Iran’s only Sunni-majority Sistan and Baluchestan province. "The terrorists failed to succeed in achieving their goal of seizing the Guards headquarters in Chabahar and Rask," Deputy Interior Minister Majid Mirahmadi told state TV. State TV claimed that 10 other security officers were also injured in the fighting in the impoverished region, which has a predominantly Sunni Muslim population. Also read | Explained | Why did Iran attack Pakistan? What is Jaish al-Adl group targeted by Tehran? In January, Iran targeted two bases of the terrorist group in Pakistan with missiles, following which Pakistan claimed to have executed a retaliation over what it said were separatist terrorists in Iran. Iran claimed to have carried out "precision missile and drone strikes" against Jaish al Adl in Pakistan's restive Balochistan province on Jan 16. Also read | Pakistan says two children killed after Iran struck 'terror group's bases in Balochistan' Pakistan had condemned the Iranian airstrike inside its borders and claimed that it killed two children. The Iranian airstrikes inside Pakistan had come weeks after Tehran accused Jaish al-Adl militants of storming a police station in the Iranian province of Sistan and Baluchestan, which killed 11 Iranian police officers. (With inputs from agencies)

Dozens killed during clash between terrorists, Iranian military

A day after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a call with US President Joe Biden, the Israeli military on Friday (Apr 5) dismissed two officers&nbsp;and reprimanded&nbsp;three others&nbsp;for their involvement in drone strikes in Gaza that resulted in the deaths of seven aid workers, who were on a food delivery mission.

The military stated on Friday that these individuals had mishandled crucial information and carried out "serious violations of commands". This development comes as Israel is facing the accusation of deliberately targeting civilians in its war against the Hamas militant group in the city of Gaza.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

The military’s spokesman, Rear Admiral&nbsp;Daniel Hagari, reportedly said, “It’s a tragedy."

“It’s a serious event that we are responsible for and it shouldn’t have happened and we will make sure that it won’t happen again," Hagari added.&nbsp;

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The relationship between Biden and Netanyahu is tense after World Central Kitchen's seven aid workers, including one American, were killed on Monday (Apr 1) by Israeli strikes.&nbsp;

Following the call between Biden and Netanyahu,&nbsp;White House termed the Israeli strikes “unacceptable” and said that&nbsp;Biden "made clear that US policy with respect to Gaza will be determined by our assessment of Israel’s immediate action on these steps.”

<h2>UN rights council demands 'cease the sale' of arms to Israel&nbsp;</h2>

UN Human Rights Council on Friday (Apr 5) passed a resolution demanding "cease the sale, transfer and diversion of arms, munitions and other military equipment to Israel... to prevent further violations of international humanitarian law and violations and abuses of human rights."&nbsp;

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The resolution received support from 28 out of the 47 member states of the UN Human Rights Council. Whereas, six voted against it and 13 countries abstained.&nbsp;The Human Rights Council is an intergovernmental body that is tasked with safeguarding human rights worldwide.

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Israel's ambassador to the UN in Geneva Meirav Eilon Shahar has rebuked the resolution by saying that the "decisions made today are a stain on the Human Rights Council and the UN as a whole."

"Shame on the council for adopting a resolution that does not even mention Hamas or its brutal acts on Oct. 7," Eilon added."

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A day after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a call with US President Joe Biden, the Israeli military on Friday (Apr 5) dismissed two officers and reprimanded three others for their involvement in drone strikes in Gaza that resulted in the deaths of seven aid workers, who were on a food delivery mission.

A day after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a call with US President Joe Biden, the Israeli military on Friday (Apr 5) dismissed two officers and reprimanded three others for their involvement in drone strikes in Gaza that resulted in the deaths of seven aid workers, who were on a food delivery mission. The military stated on Friday that these individuals had mishandled crucial information and carried out "serious violations of commands". This development comes as Israel is facing the accusation of deliberately targeting civilians in its war against the Hamas militant group in the city of Gaza. The military’s spokesman, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari, reportedly said, “It’s a tragedy." “It’s a serious event that we are responsible for and it shouldn’t have happened and we will make sure that it won’t happen again," Hagari added. Also Read | Search operation launched after a young man, 'jumped off' cruise ship in front of family The relationship between Biden and Netanyahu is tense after World Central Kitchen's seven aid workers, including one American, were killed on Monday (Apr 1) by Israeli strikes. Following the call between Biden and Netanyahu, White House termed the Israeli strikes “unacceptable” and said that Biden "made clear that US policy with respect to Gaza will be determined by our assessment of Israel’s immediate action on these steps.” UN rights council demands 'cease the sale' of arms to Israel UN Human Rights Council on Friday (Apr 5) passed a resolution demanding "cease the sale, transfer and diversion of arms, munitions and other military equipment to Israel... to prevent further violations of international humanitarian law and violations and abuses of human rights." Also Read | French girl left in coma after being thrashed by three teenagers The resolution received support from 28 out of the 47 member states of the UN Human Rights Council. Whereas, six voted against it and 13 countries abstained. The Human Rights Council is an intergovernmental body that is tasked with safeguarding human rights worldwide. Watch | Israel-hamas war: Gaza toll exceeds 33,000 | Biden to visit Baltimore collapse site × Israel's ambassador to the UN in Geneva Meirav Eilon Shahar has rebuked the resolution by saying that the "decisions made today are a stain on the Human Rights Council and the UN as a whole." "Shame on the council for adopting a resolution that does not even mention Hamas or its brutal acts on Oct. 7," Eilon added." (With inputs from agencies) 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.

Israeli military sacks two officers over killing of aid workers, a day after Biden-Netanyahu call

The Israeli military, in strong action, sacked two officers for their roles in drone strikes in Gaza that led to the deaths of seven aid workers on a humanitarian mission. In news from New York, which is not prone to seismic activity due to its location on the North American Plate, a 4.7 magnitude earthquake hit the city,&nbsp;shaking buildings and surprising residents from the rare event.

From news in the war in Eastern Europe, Ukraine said that it had targeted the Morozovsk military air base in the Rostov region which killed or injured at least 20 Russian officials.&nbsp;

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A day after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a call with US President Joe Biden, the Israeli military on Friday (Apr 5) dismissed two officers&nbsp;and reprimanded&nbsp;three others&nbsp;for their involvement in drone strikes in Gaza that resulted in the deaths of seven aid workers, who were on a food delivery mission.

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New York, which sits on the North American Plate and generally experiences fewer seismic events compared to regions along tectonic plate boundaries, was hit on Friday (Apr 5) by a 4.7 magnitude earthquake, as per the US Geological Survey (USGS).&nbsp;

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Ukraine on Friday (Apr 5) claimed to have killed or injured at least 20 Russian officials during an attack on the Morozovsk military air base in the Rostov region. Kyiv also said that it destroyed six Russian warplanes and damaged around eight others.&nbsp;

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In a significant development, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) rescued 27 Bangladeshi fishermen aboard a boat that drifted inside Indian waters, the officials said on Friday (Apr 5).

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Things are just getting murkier by the day for Sean 'Diddy' Combs. The rapper-singer who is a subject of a federal sex trafficking investigation, has been named as a defendant in a new lawsuit that alleges his son sexually assaulted a woman. The incident allegedly occurred in 2022 on a yacht the music mogul had chartered for new Year's. The woman was working on the yacht.

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The Indian Premier League (IPL) is all set for a blockbuster clash on Friday (April 5) as Chennai Super Kings (CSK) take on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. The clash which will see some of the greats of the game go head-to-head will feature SRH skipper Pat Cummins and&nbsp;MS Dhoni among others.

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The Israeli military, in strong action, sacked two officers for their roles in drone strikes in Gaza that led to the deaths of seven aid workers on a humanitarian mission.

The Israeli military, in strong action, sacked two officers for their roles in drone strikes in Gaza that led to the deaths of seven aid workers on a humanitarian mission. In news from New York, which is not prone to seismic activity due to its location on the North American Plate, a 4.7 magnitude earthquake hit the city, shaking buildings and surprising residents from the rare event. From news in the war in Eastern Europe, Ukraine said that it had targeted the Morozovsk military air base in the Rostov region which killed or injured at least 20 Russian officials. Israel sacks 2 over killing of aid workers, a day after Biden-Netanyahu call A day after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu held a call with US President Joe Biden, the Israeli military on Friday (Apr 5) dismissed two officers and reprimanded three others for their involvement in drone strikes in Gaza that resulted in the deaths of seven aid workers, who were on a food delivery mission. Rare earthquake of 4.7 magnitude rocks New York, New Jersey New York, which sits on the North American Plate and generally experiences fewer seismic events compared to regions along tectonic plate boundaries, was hit on Friday (Apr 5) by a 4.7 magnitude earthquake, as per the US Geological Survey (USGS). Ukraine claims 20 members of Russian personnel killed or injured during attack Ukraine on Friday (Apr 5) claimed to have killed or injured at least 20 Russian officials during an attack on the Morozovsk military air base in the Rostov region. Kyiv also said that it destroyed six Russian warplanes and damaged around eight others. Karnataka minister claims BJP worker arrested in Rameshwaram cafe case An unexpected development took place in the ongoing investigation of the Rameshwaram Cafe blast, which took place on March 1 in Bengaluru in the southern Indian state of Karnataka and in the aftermath of which a suspect was found placing a bag inside the incident site. China blocking Dalai Lama's Sri Lanka visit, says top Buddhist leader A top Sri Lankan Buddhist leader has said that China has been blocking the visit of Tibetan Buddhist Spiritual leader, Dalai Lama to the country. Most Venerable Dr Waskaduwe Mahindawansa made the comments in an exclusive interview with our diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal in Delhi. Search operation launched after a young man, 'jumped off' cruise ship in front of family It was a nightmare for passengers aboard cruise Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas when a young man jumped overboard. The ship was sailing between Cuba and the Bahamas' Grand Inagua Island when the 20-year-old jumped from one of the decks. Indian Coast Guard rescues 27 Bangladeshi fishermen during patrol In a significant development, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) rescued 27 Bangladeshi fishermen aboard a boat that drifted inside Indian waters, the officials said on Friday (Apr 5). India: EC sends notice to AAP leader Atishi over BJP poaching attempt claim India's Election Commission (EC) on Friday (Apr 5) sent a notice to the Aam Aadmi Party leader Atishi after she alleged that the BJP, through one of her close aides, approached her to join the saffron party. Sean 'Diddy' Combs named as defendant in a sexual assault lawsuit against son Things are just getting murkier by the day for Sean 'Diddy' Combs. The rapper-singer who is a subject of a federal sex trafficking investigation, has been named as a defendant in a new lawsuit that alleges his son sexually assaulted a woman. The incident allegedly occurred in 2022 on a yacht the music mogul had chartered for new Year's. The woman was working on the yacht. IPL 2024: Pat Cummins ready for MS Dhoni challenge in SRH vs CSK contest in Hyderabad The Indian Premier League (IPL) is all set for a blockbuster clash on Friday (April 5) as Chennai Super Kings (CSK) take on Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. The clash which will see some of the greats of the game go head-to-head will feature SRH skipper Pat Cummins and MS Dhoni among others.

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The anti-coup factions in Myanmar launched a drone strike on military targets in Naypyidaw, the private capital constructed by a previous military administration.&nbsp;

The National Unity Government (NUG), comprising ousted elected officials from February 2021 coup, confirmed that its People’s Defence Force carried out a coordinated attack on key sites within the city on Thursday (April 4), which serves as a stronghold for the armed forces.

“This was a accomplishment. This drone attack was long-range and a stronger attack than normal. We have plans to do more,” NUG spokesperson Kyaw Zaw said.

“With attack on Naypyidaw, their nerve center, junta is instilling fear among the masses. We want to highlight that they don’t have a safe place,” Zaw further added.

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The military regime said it destroyed or seized more than a dozen drones.

The military-run Myawaddy TV reported, no casualties or damage to property with 13 fixed-wing drones were shot down.

Myawaddy TV did not identify the targets, were but broadcast an image showcasing nine small drones, some of which were damaged and of the 13 drones, four carried explosives.

Myanmar was pushed into crisis when Senior General Min Aung Hlaing seized power from elected leader Aung San Suu Kyi, claiming without evidence that there had been widespread fraud in the election that returned her to office in a landslide.

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Mass protests erupted, and when the military responded with brutal force, some civilians took up arms, joining forces with ethnic armed groups that had been fighting the military for decades.

The military, facing Western sanctions but backed by Russia, has come under intense pressure since last October after coalition of anti-coup armed groups launched an unexpected offensive, seizing control of multiple military outposts and key towns in the north and west.

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More than 2.8 million people have been displaced as a result of the fighting, while more than 18 million people are in dire need of humanitarian assistance, according to the United Nations.

<h2>What is the National Unity Government?&nbsp;</h2>

NUG is an alliance of anti-junta groups formed to undermine army rule after a 2021 coup, in which Aung San Suu Kyi was ousted. She is still in prison.&nbsp;

NUG said that the "simultaneously executed, coordinated drone attacks" were carried out by its armed affiliate, the People's Defence Forces (PDF), on the military's headquarters and an air force base.&nbsp;

"This was a success. This drone attack was long-range and a stronger attack than normal. We have plans to do more," NUG spokesperson Kyaw Zaw said.&nbsp;

"This is a time when the junta is forcing conscription and causing fear for the people. With this attack on their nerve centre, Naypyitaw, we want to highlight that they don't have a safe place," Zaw added.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

The anti-coup factions in Myanmar launched a drone strike on military targets in Naypyidaw, the private capital constructed by a previous military administration.

The anti-coup factions in Myanmar launched a drone strike on military targets in Naypyidaw, the private capital constructed by a previous military administration. The National Unity Government (NUG), comprising ousted elected officials from February 2021 coup, confirmed that its People’s Defence Force carried out a coordinated attack on key sites within the city on Thursday (April 4), which serves as a stronghold for the armed forces. “This was a accomplishment. This drone attack was long-range and a stronger attack than normal. We have plans to do more,” NUG spokesperson Kyaw Zaw said. “With attack on Naypyidaw, their nerve center, junta is instilling fear among the masses. We want to highlight that they don’t have a safe place,” Zaw further added. Also read: Myanmar militias claimed to have launched drone attacks on airport, air force base and army headquarters The military regime said it destroyed or seized more than a dozen drones. The military-run Myawaddy TV reported, no casualties or damage to property with 13 fixed-wing drones were shot down. Myawaddy TV did not identify the targets, were but broadcast an image showcasing nine small drones, some of which were damaged and of the 13 drones, four carried explosives. Myanmar was pushed into crisis when Senior General Min Aung Hlaing seized power from elected leader Aung San Suu Kyi, claiming without evidence that there had been widespread fraud in the election that returned her to office in a landslide. Also read: Around 10 million people in Pakistan at risk of slipping into poverty, says World Bank Mass protests erupted, and when the military responded with brutal force, some civilians took up arms, joining forces with ethnic armed groups that had been fighting the military for decades. The military, facing Western sanctions but backed by Russia, has come under intense pressure since last October after coalition of anti-coup armed groups launched an unexpected offensive, seizing control of multiple military outposts and key towns in the north and west. Also read: Indian Coast Guard ship Samudra Paheredar visits Ho Chi Minh City More than 2.8 million people have been displaced as a result of the fighting, while more than 18 million people are in dire need of humanitarian assistance, according to the United Nations. What is the National Unity Government? NUG is an alliance of anti-junta groups formed to undermine army rule after a 2021 coup, in which Aung San Suu Kyi was ousted. She is still in prison. NUG said that the "simultaneously executed, coordinated drone attacks" were carried out by its armed affiliate, the People's Defence Forces (PDF), on the military's headquarters and an air force base. "This was a success. This drone attack was long-range and a stronger attack than normal. We have plans to do more," NUG spokesperson Kyaw Zaw said. "This is a time when the junta is forcing conscription and causing fear for the people. With this attack on their nerve centre, Naypyitaw, we want to highlight that they don't have a safe place," Zaw added. (With inputs from agencies)

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The recent earthquake, measuring 7.4 magnitude on the Richter scale, rocked the island nation of Taiwan. It&nbsp;caused damage across the island, however,&nbsp;one remarkable feat of engineering saved a structure amid the chaos.

While many buildings suffered damage and some even fell&nbsp;due to the tremors, Taipei 101, once the world's tallest skyscraper, survived and the secret of it lies in its innovative design elements, especially a colossal steel orb called a tuned mass damper.

Taipei 101's construction, combining reinforced concrete with steel, allowed it to sway with the seismic waves without sustaining damage. This architectural approach saves East Asian nations that are susceptible to earthquakes.

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Taipei 101's tuned mass damper is a huge golden sphere suspended within the skyscraper with the help of 92 thick cables. It is between the 87th and 92nd floors.&nbsp;

This device, weighing 660 tonnes, effectively absorbs kinetic energy and safeguards the tower from structural failure. It is often used in earthquake engineering to mitigate the effects of seismic forces on structures such as buildings and bridges.

<h2>How does the golden sphere function?</h2>

The mass is designed to oscillate in response to the seismic motion, but with a frequency that is tuned to counteract the resonant frequency of the structure.

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When an earthquake occurs, the ground shakes at various frequencies, including the resonant frequency of the building or structure. This resonance can amplify the shaking and lead to structural damage or collapse.

By installing a tuned mass damper, engineers can effectively counteract this resonance by introducing a mass that oscillates out of phase with the building's natural vibrations.

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When a building shakes, the mass of the damper moves in the opposite direction, absorbing and dissipating energy from the seismic waves. This helps reduce the amplitude of the building's motion and minimise structural damage.

Tuned mass dampers are commonly used in tall buildings, skyscrapers, and other structures that are susceptible to seismic forces. They are an effective and relatively a cost-efficient way to enhance the seismic resilience of buildings and ensure the safety of occupants during earthquakes.

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The recent earthquake, measuring 7.4 magnitude on the Richter scale, rocked the island nation of Taiwan. It caused damage across the island, however, one remarkable feat of engineering saved a structure amid the chaos.

The recent earthquake, measuring 7.4 magnitude on the Richter scale, rocked the island nation of Taiwan. It caused damage across the island, however, one remarkable feat of engineering saved a structure amid the chaos. While many buildings suffered damage and some even fell due to the tremors, Taipei 101, once the world's tallest skyscraper, survived and the secret of it lies in its innovative design elements, especially a colossal steel orb called a tuned mass damper. Taipei 101's construction, combining reinforced concrete with steel, allowed it to sway with the seismic waves without sustaining damage. This architectural approach saves East Asian nations that are susceptible to earthquakes. Also Read | NASA's Perseverance rover spots thousands of 'unusual' white rocks on Mars Taipei 101's tuned mass damper is a huge golden sphere suspended within the skyscraper with the help of 92 thick cables. It is between the 87th and 92nd floors. This device, weighing 660 tonnes, effectively absorbs kinetic energy and safeguards the tower from structural failure. It is often used in earthquake engineering to mitigate the effects of seismic forces on structures such as buildings and bridges. How does the golden sphere function? The mass is designed to oscillate in response to the seismic motion, but with a frequency that is tuned to counteract the resonant frequency of the structure. Also Read | In UK, Sunak's Conservatives on course for worse general election result than 1997: Survey When an earthquake occurs, the ground shakes at various frequencies, including the resonant frequency of the building or structure. This resonance can amplify the shaking and lead to structural damage or collapse. By installing a tuned mass damper, engineers can effectively counteract this resonance by introducing a mass that oscillates out of phase with the building's natural vibrations. Watch | Chinese dam project reopens after deadly Pakistan attack × When a building shakes, the mass of the damper moves in the opposite direction, absorbing and dissipating energy from the seismic waves. This helps reduce the amplitude of the building's motion and minimise structural damage. Tuned mass dampers are commonly used in tall buildings, skyscrapers, and other structures that are susceptible to seismic forces. They are an effective and relatively a cost-efficient way to enhance the seismic resilience of buildings and ensure the safety of occupants during earthquakes. (With inputs from agencies)

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