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<p>Two women were arrested outside the state parliament of the Australian state of Victoria in Melbourne after a women’s rights rally turned violent. This comes as the #WomenWillSpeak demonstration took place outside the Parliament House on Saturday (Mar 23) afternoon.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Clashes erupt at #WomenWillSpeak rally</strong></h2>

<p>The #WomenWillSpeak rally was met with a counter-protest by pro-trans rights activists, reported the Australian Broadcast Company (ABC), who were separated by a large police presence.</p>

<p>According to the police, around 100 people were attending the rally. The Herald Sun, an Australian tabloid, said that its photographer was injured and pepper sprayed after a scuffle broke out.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The videos on social media show at least two protesters being tackled to the ground before the police used the OC spray. The Victorian police said that they have arrested two women in their 20s and are expected to be charged on summons.</p>

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<p>In a statement, on Saturday afternoon, the police said that they were “disappointed at the behaviour of many” of those who attended the rally.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Police under fire for using pepper spray</strong></h2>

<p>According to the police, they were forced to use pepper spray after law enforcement personnel were “confronted by hostile members of the crowd who acted out violently towards police” and members of the group attempted to breach the police line.</p>

<p>The police are also reviewing the footage from the rally to “identify any further offending”.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Melbourne Activist Legal Support (MALS) which had sent a team of seven legal observers to the rally raised concerns about what they called “dangerous crowd control tactics” by the police, including the use of OC spray and police horses in “crowded conditions”.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“Any loss of control of a horse in crowds, even briefly, can have potentially fatal consequences,” said MALS legal observer Sam Mills, as quoted by ABC News.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“MALS has repeatedly called for any use of horses by Victoria Police at protests to be immediately prohibited.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>The organisation said that it has raised similar concerns in the past about “biased and discriminatory policing” at women’s rights events, including that which was headlined by British activist Kellie-Jay Keen or&nbsp;Posie Parker.</p>

<p>At the time, the protest was gatecrashed by neo-Nazis, who performed the Sieg Heil salute on the front steps of parliament.</p>

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Two women were arrested outside the state parliament of the Australian state of Victoria in Melbourne after a women’s rights rally turned violent. This comes as the #WomenWillSpeak demonstration took place outside the Parliament House on Saturday (Mar 23) afternoon.

Two women were arrested outside the state parliament of the Australian state of Victoria in Melbourne after a women’s rights rally turned violent. This comes as the #WomenWillSpeak demonstration took place outside the Parliament House on Saturday (Mar 23) afternoon. Clashes erupt at #WomenWillSpeak rally The #WomenWillSpeak rally was met with a counter-protest by pro-trans rights activists, reported the Australian Broadcast Company (ABC), who were separated by a large police presence. According to the police, around 100 people were attending the rally. The Herald Sun, an Australian tabloid, said that its photographer was injured and pepper sprayed after a scuffle broke out. Also Read | ‘Low-life Putin trying to shift blame’: Zelensky condemns Russia for linking Moscow attack to Ukraine The videos on social media show at least two protesters being tackled to the ground before the police used the OC spray. The Victorian police said that they have arrested two women in their 20s and are expected to be charged on summons. Content warning: The visuals may be disturbing to some users. Viewer discretion is advised. WION is not responsible for the content of the video. Now: Police have deployed capsicum spray and pinned trans rights activists at a protest outside parliament. In the process, a news photographer has been pushed to the ground and been capsicum sprayed. pic.twitter.com/Gh5x7jJVUZ — Mitch Clarke (@96mitchclarke) March 23, 2024 × In a statement, on Saturday afternoon, the police said that they were “disappointed at the behaviour of many” of those who attended the rally. Police under fire for using pepper spray According to the police, they were forced to use pepper spray after law enforcement personnel were “confronted by hostile members of the crowd who acted out violently towards police” and members of the group attempted to breach the police line. The police are also reviewing the footage from the rally to “identify any further offending”. Melbourne Activist Legal Support (MALS) which had sent a team of seven legal observers to the rally raised concerns about what they called “dangerous crowd control tactics” by the police, including the use of OC spray and police horses in “crowded conditions”. Also Read | Gaza war: 19 Palestinians ‘killed by IDF’ while waiting for aid; Israel denies claims “Any loss of control of a horse in crowds, even briefly, can have potentially fatal consequences,” said MALS legal observer Sam Mills, as quoted by ABC News. “MALS has repeatedly called for any use of horses by Victoria Police at protests to be immediately prohibited.” The organisation said that it has raised similar concerns in the past about “biased and discriminatory policing” at women’s rights events, including that which was headlined by British activist Kellie-Jay Keen or Posie Parker. At the time, the protest was gatecrashed by neo-Nazis, who performed the Sieg Heil salute on the front steps of parliament. (With inputs from agencies)

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Islamic State has released new videos of the attack on the Crocus City concert hall outside Moscow that left more than 130 people dead. Footage of gunmen reinforces terror group's claim to have masterminded worst terror attack on Russia in two decades.

Terror Attack in Moscow: Islamic state claim it carried out Moscow concert hall attack

<p>Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in a nightly public address condemned Russia for trying to shift the blame of the Moscow mall attack on Kyiv. Calling Russian president Vladimir Putin a “low-life”, Zelensky said: “What happened yesterday in Moscow is obvious: Putin and the other scum are just trying to blame it on someone else … They always have the same methods.”</p>

<p>The statement came after Putin in a public address claimed that the attackers tried to flee to Ukraine. "They tried to hide and moved towards Ukraine, where, according to preliminary data, a window was prepared for them on the Ukrainian side to cross the state border," Putin said. Russia’s security agency FSB also said that the gunmen had ‘contacts in Ukraine’.</p>

<p>The Crocus City Hall attack on Friday (Mar 22) left at least 133 people dead as doctors were struggling to save the lives of more than 100 injured. Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attack. Moscow has so far detained 4 suspects involved in the mass shooting.</p>

<h2><strong>IS releases new footage of the attack</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, ISIS on Saturday (Mar 23) released footage on its Telegram which it claimed is of the Crocus City Hall attack.</p>

<p>The 1.31-minute video shows a close-up view of the gunmen opening fire on people.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/putin-vows-action-after-moscow-terror-attack-says-attackers-tried-to-flee-towards-ukraine-703522"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Putin vows action after Moscow terror attack, says attackers tried to flee towards Ukraine</strong></a></p>

<p>Neither Putin nor any top Russian officials have yet commented on IS’s claims of responsibility for the attack.</p>

<h2><strong>US says only IS responsible</strong></h2>

<p>US on Saturday backed Ukraine saying only ISIS was responsible for the attack and Kyiv had no role.</p>

<p>The US National Security Council spokesperson Adrienne Watson in a statement said, “ISIS bears sole responsibility for this attack. There was no Ukrainian involvement whatsoever.”</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Terror attack in Moscow: Concert shooting death toll climbs to 133</strong></p>

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<p>Later in a social media post, Watson also claimed that the US had shared crucial intelligence with Russia regarding a planned terrorist attack.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“The US Government had information about a planned terrorist attack in Moscow – potentially targeting large gatherings, to include concerts – which prompted the State Department to issue a public advisory to Americans in Russia,” she posted on X.</p>

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in a nightly public address condemned Russia for trying to shift the blame of the Moscow mall attack on Kyiv. Calling Russian president Vladimir Putin a “low-life”, Zelensky said: “What happened yesterday in Moscow is obvious: Putin and the other scum are just trying to blame it on someone else … They always have the same methods.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in a nightly public address condemned Russia for trying to shift the blame of the Moscow mall attack on Kyiv. Calling Russian president Vladimir Putin a “low-life”, Zelensky said: “What happened yesterday in Moscow is obvious: Putin and the other scum are just trying to blame it on someone else … They always have the same methods.” The statement came after Putin in a public address claimed that the attackers tried to flee to Ukraine. "They tried to hide and moved towards Ukraine, where, according to preliminary data, a window was prepared for them on the Ukrainian side to cross the state border," Putin said. Russia’s security agency FSB also said that the gunmen had ‘contacts in Ukraine’. The Crocus City Hall attack on Friday (Mar 22) left at least 133 people dead as doctors were struggling to save the lives of more than 100 injured. Islamic State claimed responsibility for the attack. Moscow has so far detained 4 suspects involved in the mass shooting. IS releases new footage of the attack Meanwhile, ISIS on Saturday (Mar 23) released footage on its Telegram which it claimed is of the Crocus City Hall attack. The 1.31-minute video shows a close-up view of the gunmen opening fire on people. Also read: Putin vows action after Moscow terror attack, says attackers tried to flee towards Ukraine Neither Putin nor any top Russian officials have yet commented on IS’s claims of responsibility for the attack. US says only IS responsible US on Saturday backed Ukraine saying only ISIS was responsible for the attack and Kyiv had no role. The US National Security Council spokesperson Adrienne Watson in a statement said, “ISIS bears sole responsibility for this attack. There was no Ukrainian involvement whatsoever.” Watch: Terror attack in Moscow: Concert shooting death toll climbs to 133 × Later in a social media post, Watson also claimed that the US had shared crucial intelligence with Russia regarding a planned terrorist attack. “The US Government had information about a planned terrorist attack in Moscow – potentially targeting large gatherings, to include concerts – which prompted the State Department to issue a public advisory to Americans in Russia,” she posted on X. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Low-life Putin trying to shift blame’: Zelensky condemns Russia for linking Moscow attack to Ukraine

<p>Victims are recounting the horror of the Crocus City Hall attack that shook Moscow Friday (Mar 22) and left at least 133 people dead. Eyewitness accounts documented by Russian media reveal how some people may have avoided death by just lying on the floor and pretending to be dead.</p>

<p>One girl, who was among a lucky group of few people to have fled the carnage, was quoted as saying by state-funded RT news channel that she saved her life by pretending to be dead.</p>

<p>“They (attackers) saw us. One of them ran back and started shooting at people. I fell to the floor and pretended to be dead. I was bleeding,” she said. “The girl lying next to me was killed,” she added, saying the terrorists opened fire on people who were lying on the ground.</p>

<p>According to Russian police, the four men who wreaked havoc on the concert hall were arrested on Saturday. All appeared to be from Tajikistan, as per reports.</p>

<p>Another victim, 27-year-old Arina, was quoted as saying by the Guardian that she heard a large bang “coming from outside the room, we thought it was part of the concert.”</p>

<p>“But at some point, we understood that something was seriously wrong, we realised there were shootings,” Arina added.</p>

<p>“We all lay on the ground. I looked beside me and I saw many injured people covered in blood.”</p>

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<p>A woman tried to speak to one of the attackers, before being shot to death at point-blank range, she recounted.</p>

<p>Another victim Alexander said the attackers didn’t say anything and started shooting indiscriminately. “They didn’t say anything. They just started shooting at the people in front of them,” he said.</p>

<h2><strong>Gunmen later set fire to the hall</strong></h2>

<p>After executing the deadly carnage inside, the gunmen then set the hall to fire and tried to lock it up in order to kill all those left inside.</p>

<p>“They closed the front door, but they probably couldn’t close the lock,” said the woman. After some time, she crawled out and ran towards the exit. “I realised that there was no one there and went outside,” she said.</p>

<p>Videos circulating on social media show attackers used machine guns, incendiary bombs and grenades to carry out one of the deadliest attacks in Russia in recent times.</p>

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Victims are recounting the horror of the Crocus City Hall attack that shook Moscow Friday (Mar 22) and left at least 133 people dead. Eyewitness accounts documented by Russian media reveal how some people may have avoided death by just lying on the floor and pretending to be dead.

Victims are recounting the horror of the Crocus City Hall attack that shook Moscow Friday (Mar 22) and left at least 133 people dead. Eyewitness accounts documented by Russian media reveal how some people may have avoided death by just lying on the floor and pretending to be dead. One girl, who was among a lucky group of few people to have fled the carnage, was quoted as saying by state-funded RT news channel that she saved her life by pretending to be dead. “They (attackers) saw us. One of them ran back and started shooting at people. I fell to the floor and pretended to be dead. I was bleeding,” she said. “The girl lying next to me was killed,” she added, saying the terrorists opened fire on people who were lying on the ground. According to Russian police, the four men who wreaked havoc on the concert hall were arrested on Saturday. All appeared to be from Tajikistan, as per reports. Another victim, 27-year-old Arina, was quoted as saying by the Guardian that she heard a large bang “coming from outside the room, we thought it was part of the concert.” “But at some point, we understood that something was seriously wrong, we realised there were shootings,” Arina added. “We all lay on the ground. I looked beside me and I saw many injured people covered in blood.” Also read: ‘Low-life Putin trying to shift blame,’ Zelensky condemns Russia for linking Moscow attack to Ukraine A woman tried to speak to one of the attackers, before being shot to death at point-blank range, she recounted. Another victim Alexander said the attackers didn’t say anything and started shooting indiscriminately. “They didn’t say anything. They just started shooting at the people in front of them,” he said. Gunmen later set fire to the hall After executing the deadly carnage inside, the gunmen then set the hall to fire and tried to lock it up in order to kill all those left inside. “They closed the front door, but they probably couldn’t close the lock,” said the woman. After some time, she crawled out and ran towards the exit. “I realised that there was no one there and went outside,” she said. Videos circulating on social media show attackers used machine guns, incendiary bombs and grenades to carry out one of the deadliest attacks in Russia in recent times. (With inputs from agencies)

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Terror Attack in Moscow: Islamic state videos back claim it carried out Moscow concert hall attack

<p>India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday (Mar 24) held a telephonic conversation with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov and expressed his deepest condolence over the loss of lives in the Moscow terror attack.</p>

<p>Taking to his official X account, Jaishankar wrote, "Spoke to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Conveyed our deepest condolences on the loss of lives in the horrific terrorist attack in Moscow."</p>

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<p>Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Mar 23) condemned the terror attack that shook a packed concert hall in Moscow, calling it a 'heinous act' and also expressed solidarity with the Russian government and its people.</p>

<p>"We strongly condemn the heinous terrorist attack in Moscow. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims. India stands in solidarity with the government and the people of the Russian Federation in this hour of grief," PM Modi wrote on his X official handle.</p>

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<p>The heinous attack at the Crocus City Hall music venue near Moscow on Friday (Mar 22) claimed the lives of 133 people, reported Russia-based TASS news agency, citing the Russian Investigative Committee.</p>

<p>The responsibility for the attack was claimed by ISIS.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/moscow-concert-hall-attack-more-than-one-isis-branch-likely-involved-in-rampage-says-report-703744">Moscow attack: More than 1 ISIS branch likely involved in rampage, says report</a></p>

<h2><strong>Putin vows action against perpetrators&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed action against the perpetrators of the devastating attack in his address on Saturday.</p>

<p>During the televised address, the Russian leader said, "All the executors, planners and those who ordered this crime will be rightfully and inevitably punished, whoever they are and whoever directed them. Let me repeat: we will identify and punish everyone who stood behind the terrorists, who prepared this attack against Russia, against our people."</p>

<p>Citing a probe into the attack, he also claimed that four attackers were fleeing towards Ukraine when they were nabbed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Regarding the investigation of this crime and results of operational search actions, I can now say the following: all four of the actual performers of the act of terror, all those who shot and killed people were found and detained. They tried to hide and were moving in the direction of Ukraine."</p>

<p>"There, according to the preliminary data, they had a crossing of the border prepared from the Ukrainian side. Overall, 11 people were detained," Putin added.</p>

<h2><strong>‘Low-life Putin trying to shift blame,’ says Zelensky</strong></h2>

<p>Following the Russian leader's remarks, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in a nightly public address condemned Russia for trying to shift the blame for the attack on Kyiv.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Calling Russian president Vladimir Putin a “low-life”, Zelensky said: “What happened yesterday in Moscow is obvious: Putin and the other scum are just trying to blame it on someone else … They always have the same methods.”</p>

<p>The untoward incident unfolded on Friday evening at Crocus City Hall in Krasnogorsk, on the western outskirts of the Russian capital.</p>

<p>The terrorists struck the venue with a capacity of 7,500 at the time it was almost full.</p>

<p>The attack struck the concert hall minutes before the performance by Russian rock band Picnic, reported RT news agency.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday (Mar 24) held a telephonic conversation with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov and expressed his deepest condolence over the loss of lives in the Moscow terror attack.

India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Sunday (Mar 24) held a telephonic conversation with his Russian counterpart Sergey Lavrov and expressed his deepest condolence over the loss of lives in the Moscow terror attack. Taking to his official X account, Jaishankar wrote, "Spoke to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Conveyed our deepest condolences on the loss of lives in the horrific terrorist attack in Moscow." Spoke to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. Conveyed our deepest condolences on the loss of lives in the horrific terrorist attack in Moscow. — Dr. S. Jaishankar (Modi Ka Parivar) (@DrSJaishankar) March 24, 2024 × Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Mar 23) condemned the terror attack that shook a packed concert hall in Moscow, calling it a 'heinous act' and also expressed solidarity with the Russian government and its people. "We strongly condemn the heinous terrorist attack in Moscow. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims. India stands in solidarity with the government and the people of the Russian Federation in this hour of grief," PM Modi wrote on his X official handle. We strongly condemn the heinous terrorist attack in Moscow. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the victims. India stands in solidarity with the government and the people of the Russian Federation in this hour of grief. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 23, 2024 × The heinous attack at the Crocus City Hall music venue near Moscow on Friday (Mar 22) claimed the lives of 133 people, reported Russia-based TASS news agency, citing the Russian Investigative Committee. The responsibility for the attack was claimed by ISIS. Also read: Moscow attack: More than 1 ISIS branch likely involved in rampage, says report Putin vows action against perpetrators Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed action against the perpetrators of the devastating attack in his address on Saturday. During the televised address, the Russian leader said, "All the executors, planners and those who ordered this crime will be rightfully and inevitably punished, whoever they are and whoever directed them. Let me repeat: we will identify and punish everyone who stood behind the terrorists, who prepared this attack against Russia, against our people." Citing a probe into the attack, he also claimed that four attackers were fleeing towards Ukraine when they were nabbed. "Regarding the investigation of this crime and results of operational search actions, I can now say the following: all four of the actual performers of the act of terror, all those who shot and killed people were found and detained. They tried to hide and were moving in the direction of Ukraine." "There, according to the preliminary data, they had a crossing of the border prepared from the Ukrainian side. Overall, 11 people were detained," Putin added. ‘Low-life Putin trying to shift blame,’ says Zelensky Following the Russian leader's remarks, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in a nightly public address condemned Russia for trying to shift the blame for the attack on Kyiv. Calling Russian president Vladimir Putin a “low-life”, Zelensky said: “What happened yesterday in Moscow is obvious: Putin and the other scum are just trying to blame it on someone else … They always have the same methods.” The untoward incident unfolded on Friday evening at Crocus City Hall in Krasnogorsk, on the western outskirts of the Russian capital. The terrorists struck the venue with a capacity of 7,500 at the time it was almost full. The attack struck the concert hall minutes before the performance by Russian rock band Picnic, reported RT news agency. (With inputs from agencies)

Jaishankar dials Russian counterpart Lavrov, expresses condolence over loss of lives in Moscow terror attack

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<p>Irish politician and higher education minister, Simon Harris, who had been a prominent figure in the Fine Gael party, is poised to take on the role of Ireland's prime minister and will be the youngest in the office as the leadership contest concluded with him emerging as the sole candidate. He has been a Teachta Dala (TD), which is a member of the lower house of the Oireachtas (the Irish Parliament).</p>

<p>Harris has held various ministerial positions within the Irish government, including the Minister for Health and Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Science.</p>

<p>Notably, the vacancy in leadership arose following the unexpected resignation of Taoiseach (Prime Minister of the Republic of Ireland) Leo Varadkar.</p>

<p>Citing "personal and political reasons" just last week, Varadkar, who is partly Indian, had said,&nbsp;“I believe a new taoiseach will be better placed than me to achieve that – to renew and strengthen the top team, to refocus our message and policies, and to drive implementation. After seven years in office, I am no longer the best person for that job.”</p>

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<p>The 37-year-old&nbsp;Harris&nbsp;stood unopposed as nominations closed on Sunday (Mar 24).</p>

<p>However, his official appointment as Irish PM will not be before April 9 once the Irish parliament resumes post-Easter break.</p>

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<p>Recognised for his adept communication skills, particularly evident on social media platforms, Harris has previously held various ministerial roles, notably as a health minister during the initial phase of the Covid-19 pandemic.</p>

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<p>Despite commendation for his crisis management, Harris faced criticism for misinformation regarding the virus during an interview where he said, “Remember this is coronavirus Covid-19 - that means there have been 18 other coronaviruses and I don’t think they have actually successfully found a vaccine for any."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Later, in another video he told his 1.4 million followers that he made&nbsp;“an awful boo-boo.”</p>

<p>“Don’t ask me how or why; I can only presume it’s a degree of cabin fever after being in this department on a very, very regular basis for the very last while - maybe a bit of sleep deprivation - I stupidly talked about there being 18 other coronaviruses, which of course there isn’t,” he said while apologising for the interview comments.&nbsp;</p>

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Irish politician and higher education minister, Simon Harris, who had been a prominent figure in the Fine Gael party, is poised to take on the role of Ireland's prime minister and will be the youngest in the office as the leadership contest concluded with him emerging as the sole candidate.

Irish politician and higher education minister, Simon Harris, who had been a prominent figure in the Fine Gael party, is poised to take on the role of Ireland's prime minister and will be the youngest in the office as the leadership contest concluded with him emerging as the sole candidate. He has been a Teachta Dala (TD), which is a member of the lower house of the Oireachtas (the Irish Parliament). Harris has held various ministerial positions within the Irish government, including the Minister for Health and Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation, and Science. Notably, the vacancy in leadership arose following the unexpected resignation of Taoiseach (Prime Minister of the Republic of Ireland) Leo Varadkar. Citing "personal and political reasons" just last week, Varadkar, who is partly Indian, had said, “I believe a new taoiseach will be better placed than me to achieve that – to renew and strengthen the top team, to refocus our message and policies, and to drive implementation. After seven years in office, I am no longer the best person for that job.” Also Read | Did Donald Trump call Barack Obama ‘founder of ISIS’ after Moscow terror attack? Here’s the truth The 37-year-old Harris stood unopposed as nominations closed on Sunday (Mar 24). However, his official appointment as Irish PM will not be before April 9 once the Irish parliament resumes post-Easter break. Also Read | Ukraine launches strikes on Crimea, claims it hit two Russian warships Recognised for his adept communication skills, particularly evident on social media platforms, Harris has previously held various ministerial roles, notably as a health minister during the initial phase of the Covid-19 pandemic. Watch | Iran's 'Gaza' drone stuns international market × Despite commendation for his crisis management, Harris faced criticism for misinformation regarding the virus during an interview where he said, “Remember this is coronavirus Covid-19 - that means there have been 18 other coronaviruses and I don’t think they have actually successfully found a vaccine for any." Later, in another video he told his 1.4 million followers that he made “an awful boo-boo.” “Don’t ask me how or why; I can only presume it’s a degree of cabin fever after being in this department on a very, very regular basis for the very last while - maybe a bit of sleep deprivation - I stupidly talked about there being 18 other coronaviruses, which of course there isn’t,” he said while apologising for the interview comments. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>A video of the former United States President Donald Trump calling his predecessor Barack Obama the founder of Islamic State (ISIS) is making rounds on social media days after the terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall near the Russian capital city of Moscow, on Friday (Mar 22). &nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What did Trump say?</strong></h2>

<p>In the video, Trump can be heard saying “ISIS is honouring President Obama. He is the founder of ISIS. And I would say the co-founder would be crooked Hilary Clinton.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the clip is misleading and inaccurate as while&nbsp;the former president did make those remarks, he said that&nbsp;ahead of the 2016 presidential election, at a rally in the US state of Florida and not after the attack in Moscow which claimed at least 133 lives, including three children. The attack, which was claimed by ISIS, also left more than 150 injured.</p>

<p>The Republican nominee, Trump, backtracked on his assertions, after repeating them over and over again in the days that followed and in a tweet said, “THEY DON’T GET SARCASM?”&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Notably, Trump’s comments came as he was criticising the Obama administration’s foreign policy including American troops being stationed in conflict zones, and his withdrawal of troops from Iraq.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, it was Obama’s predecessor George Bush, a Republican, who signed the Status of Forces agreement in 2008, in line with which all American troops would be required to leave Iraq by the end of 2011.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Moscow terror attack</strong></h2>

<p>On Sunday (Mar 24), Russia lowered flags to half-mast for a day of mourning after more than 130 people had been killed at a rock concert in what is being called the country’s deadliest attack inside Russia for two decades.</p>

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<p>Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed that he would track down those responsible for the attack and punish them “I express my deep, sincere condolences to all those who lost their loved ones,” said the Russian president in his first address to the nation on the attack, on Saturday (Mar 23). &nbsp;</p>

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<p>ISIS has claimed responsibility for Friday’s attack, however, Putin has not acknowledged it and said that the attackers have been trying to escape to Ukraine and that “some on the Ukrainian side” had prepared to spirit them across the border.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Kyiv has denied any role in the attack, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called Putin a “low-life” for “trying to blame it on someone else…They always have the same methods.”</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em><br />
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A video of the former United States President Donald Trump calling his predecessor Barack Obama the founder of Islamic State (ISIS) is making rounds on social media days after the terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall near the Russian capital city of Moscow, on Friday (Mar 22).

A video of the former United States President Donald Trump calling his predecessor Barack Obama the founder of Islamic State (ISIS) is making rounds on social media days after the terrorist attack at the Crocus City Hall near the Russian capital city of Moscow, on Friday (Mar 22). What did Trump say? In the video, Trump can be heard saying “ISIS is honouring President Obama. He is the founder of ISIS. And I would say the co-founder would be crooked Hilary Clinton.” However, the clip is misleading and inaccurate as while the former president did make those remarks, he said that ahead of the 2016 presidential election, at a rally in the US state of Florida and not after the attack in Moscow which claimed at least 133 lives, including three children. The attack, which was claimed by ISIS, also left more than 150 injured. The Republican nominee, Trump, backtracked on his assertions, after repeating them over and over again in the days that followed and in a tweet said, “THEY DON’T GET SARCASM?” Also Read | Moscow concert hall attack: More than one ISIS branch likely involved in rampage, says report Notably, Trump’s comments came as he was criticising the Obama administration’s foreign policy including American troops being stationed in conflict zones, and his withdrawal of troops from Iraq. However, it was Obama’s predecessor George Bush, a Republican, who signed the Status of Forces agreement in 2008, in line with which all American troops would be required to leave Iraq by the end of 2011. Moscow terror attack On Sunday (Mar 24), Russia lowered flags to half-mast for a day of mourning after more than 130 people had been killed at a rock concert in what is being called the country’s deadliest attack inside Russia for two decades. WATCH | Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv hit by multiple explosions in Russian bombardment Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed that he would track down those responsible for the attack and punish them “I express my deep, sincere condolences to all those who lost their loved ones,” said the Russian president in his first address to the nation on the attack, on Saturday (Mar 23). Also Read | ‘Low-life Putin trying to shift blame’: Zelensky condemns Russia for linking Moscow attack to Ukraine ISIS has claimed responsibility for Friday’s attack, however, Putin has not acknowledged it and said that the attackers have been trying to escape to Ukraine and that “some on the Ukrainian side” had prepared to spirit them across the border. Meanwhile, Kyiv has denied any role in the attack, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called Putin a “low-life” for “trying to blame it on someone else…They always have the same methods.” (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Ukraine early on Sunday (Mar 24) launched attacks on the annexed Crimean peninsula and said that it "successfully hit" two Russian large landing ships along with a communications centre and several infrastructure facilities of the Russian Black Sea Fleet.</p>

<p>The Ukrainian military in its statement did not specify the medium it chose to hit the targets, however, a Moscow-installed official in the region reported a major Ukrainian air attack and stated that the air defences had downed more than 10 missiles over the Crimean port of Sevastopol.</p>

<p>"The defence forces of Ukraine successfully hit the Azov and Yamal large landing ships, a communications centre and also several infrastructure facilities of the Russian Black Sea Fleet in temporarily occupied Crimea," Ukraine's military said.</p>

<p>Mikhail Razvozhayev, the Russian-installed governor of Sevastopol, on the Telegram messaging application stated that transport infrastructure including the passenger boats was partially damaged, according to news agency Reuters reports.</p>

<p>"Of the six boats, five had their windows broken ... During the day, the windows of the damaged boats will be replaced and as they are restored they will be brought back online," he said.</p>

<p>Razvozhayev further stated that during the overnight attacks, several vehicles were damaged which included three passenger buses, 13 school buses and one trolley bus.</p>

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<h2><strong>Russia launches aerial assault on Ukraine</strong></h2>

<p>Russia on Sunday (Mar 24) launched an aerial assault on Ukraine's capital Kyiv and the western region of Lviv, reported news agency AFP citing officials.</p>

<p>"Explosions in the capital. Air defence is working. Do not leave shelters," Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko posted on Telegram. Lviv regional governor Maksym Kozytskyi said Stryi district, south of the city of Lviv, was also under attack.<br />
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The assault comes as Russia mourns the tragic terrorist attack on the Moscow concert hall and blames Ukraine for it.</p>

<p>Ukraine's air defence forces destroyed about a dozen Russia-launched missiles, said Serhiy Popko, head of Kyiv's military administration, on Telegram. Preliminary information showed no casualties or major damage as a result of the attacks, he added.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>

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Ukraine early on Sunday (Mar 24) launched attacks on the annexed Crimean peninsula and said that it "successfully hit" two Russian large landing ships along with a communications centre and several infrastructure facilities of the Russian Black Sea Fleet.

Ukraine early on Sunday (Mar 24) launched attacks on the annexed Crimean peninsula and said that it "successfully hit" two Russian large landing ships along with a communications centre and several infrastructure facilities of the Russian Black Sea Fleet. The Ukrainian military in its statement did not specify the medium it chose to hit the targets, however, a Moscow-installed official in the region reported a major Ukrainian air attack and stated that the air defences had downed more than 10 missiles over the Crimean port of Sevastopol. "The defence forces of Ukraine successfully hit the Azov and Yamal large landing ships, a communications centre and also several infrastructure facilities of the Russian Black Sea Fleet in temporarily occupied Crimea," Ukraine's military said. Mikhail Razvozhayev, the Russian-installed governor of Sevastopol, on the Telegram messaging application stated that transport infrastructure including the passenger boats was partially damaged, according to news agency Reuters reports. "Of the six boats, five had their windows broken ... During the day, the windows of the damaged boats will be replaced and as they are restored they will be brought back online," he said. Razvozhayev further stated that during the overnight attacks, several vehicles were damaged which included three passenger buses, 13 school buses and one trolley bus. Also read: ‘Low-life Putin trying to shift blame’: Zelensky condemns Russia for linking Moscow attack to Ukraine Russia launches aerial assault on Ukraine Russia on Sunday (Mar 24) launched an aerial assault on Ukraine's capital Kyiv and the western region of Lviv, reported news agency AFP citing officials. "Explosions in the capital. Air defence is working. Do not leave shelters," Kyiv mayor Vitali Klitschko posted on Telegram. Lviv regional governor Maksym Kozytskyi said Stryi district, south of the city of Lviv, was also under attack. The assault comes as Russia mourns the tragic terrorist attack on the Moscow concert hall and blames Ukraine for it. Ukraine's air defence forces destroyed about a dozen Russia-launched missiles, said Serhiy Popko, head of Kyiv's military administration, on Telegram. Preliminary information showed no casualties or major damage as a result of the attacks, he added. (With inputs from agencies) Disclaimer: A number of claims and counterclaims are being made on the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the ground and online. While WION takes utmost care to accurately report this developing news story, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

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The terror attack in Moscow is playing out indirectly on the battlefield in Ukraine. Russia launched air strikes on Kyiv and the Western Ukrainian region of Lviv. This has prompted neighbouring Poland's Armed Forces to activate aircraft to ensure Airspace safety near the border.

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<p>Following the Moscow terrorist attack, Russia is observing a national day of mourning on Sunday. In response, the Russian embassy in India has launched an online book of condolence for individuals who wish to express their sympathies.</p>

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<p>Flags across Russia were lowered to half-mast to honour the victims of the deadliest attack within the country in 20 years. President Vladimir Putin announced a national day of mourning and vowed to apprehend and punish all those responsible for the attack, which claimed the lives of over 130 people and left another 150 injured.</p>

<p>“I express my deep, sincere condolences to all those who lost their loved ones,” Putin said in an address to the nation on Saturday, his first public comments on the attack. “The whole country and our entire people are grieving with you,” he added.</p>

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<h2><strong>Who was responsible&nbsp;for the concert attack?</strong></h2>

<p>The Islamic State asserted responsibility for the attack on Friday. However, Putin has refrained from publicly linking the militant group to the attackers. Instead, he stated that they were attempting to flee to Ukraine. Putin claimed that individuals on "the Ukrainian side" were facilitating their escape across the border. Despite Putin's allegations, Ukraine has consistently denied any involvement in the attack. Putin also attributed the incident to "international terrorism."</p>

<p>Despite claims from the US about evidence linking the jihadists to the incident, both Moscow and Kyiv exchanged accusations on Saturday amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.</p>

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<p>In its most recent development, the ISIS&nbsp;released&nbsp;bodycam footage of the attack which&nbsp;netizens say was ‘extremely graphic’.&nbsp;</p>

<p>AFP reported that the footage, spanning 90 seconds, showed multiple people&nbsp;with obscured faces and distorted voices, armed with assault rifles and knives. The setting appears to be the lobby of the Crocus City Hall concert venue in Krasnogorsk, located northwest of Moscow.</p>

<p>The attackers were seen shooting multiple times, with bodies lying around.</p>

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Following the Moscow terrorist attack, Russia is observing a national day of mourning on Sunday. In response, the Russian embassy in India has launched an online book of condolence for individuals who wish to express their sympathies.

Following the Moscow terrorist attack, Russia is observing a national day of mourning on Sunday. In response, the Russian embassy in India has launched an online book of condolence for individuals who wish to express their sympathies. 🕯️The Embassy has opened an online book of condolences for those who wish to express sympathy to the families of victims of the Crocus City Hall terrorist attack on March 22, 2024. ⬇️ You can write below in the comment section or send a letter to rusembindia@mid.ru. 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/heiGswdxQv — Russia in India 🇷🇺 (@RusEmbIndia) March 23, 2024 × Flags across Russia were lowered to half-mast to honour the victims of the deadliest attack within the country in 20 years. President Vladimir Putin announced a national day of mourning and vowed to apprehend and punish all those responsible for the attack, which claimed the lives of over 130 people and left another 150 injured. “I express my deep, sincere condolences to all those who lost their loved ones,” Putin said in an address to the nation on Saturday, his first public comments on the attack. “The whole country and our entire people are grieving with you,” he added. Also read | Russia's fresh assault on Ukraine prompts Poland to scramble jets Who was responsible for the concert attack? The Islamic State asserted responsibility for the attack on Friday. However, Putin has refrained from publicly linking the militant group to the attackers. Instead, he stated that they were attempting to flee to Ukraine. Putin claimed that individuals on "the Ukrainian side" were facilitating their escape across the border. Despite Putin's allegations, Ukraine has consistently denied any involvement in the attack. Putin also attributed the incident to "international terrorism." Despite claims from the US about evidence linking the jihadists to the incident, both Moscow and Kyiv exchanged accusations on Saturday amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Also watch | Terror attack in Moscow: North Korean leader Kim Jong-un sends message of sympathy In its most recent development, the ISIS released bodycam footage of the attack which netizens say was ‘extremely graphic’. AFP reported that the footage, spanning 90 seconds, showed multiple people with obscured faces and distorted voices, armed with assault rifles and knives. The setting appears to be the lobby of the Crocus City Hall concert venue in Krasnogorsk, located northwest of Moscow. The attackers were seen shooting multiple times, with bodies lying around. (With inputs from agencies)

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