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The head of Israeli intelligence is expected to lead ceasefire talks with mediators which resume in Qatar on Sunday (March 16) in direct response to a new proposal from Hamas, a source close to the talks told Reuters on Saturday (March 15).

The talks between Mossad head David Barnea, Qatar’s prime minister and Egyptian officials will focus on remaining gaps between Israel and Hamas including over prisoner releases and humanitarian aid, the source said.

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Israel had said on Friday (March 14) it would be sending a delegation to Doha, but did not spell out when it would do so or who would take part. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was expected to convene the security cabinet before the talks.

Israeli officials were not immediately available to comment on Saturday, the Jewish Sabbath.

Barnea was involved in previous significant pushes for a deal. A short-lived truce in November was agreed and came into effect after his participation in talks in Doha. His last meeting with Qatar's prime minister in January led to a proposal for a temporary ceasefire that Hamas ultimately rejected.

Hamas this week presented a new ceasefire proposal to mediators and Israel's ally the United States that includes the release of Israeli hostages in exchange for freedom for Palestinian prisoners.

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Repeated efforts to agree a ceasefire and exchange hostages for prisoners have fallen apart this year, despite mounting international pressure over the human cost of Israel's ground and air assault in Gaza.

The war began on October&nbsp;7 when Hamas sent fighters into Israel, killing 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and seizing 253 hostages according to Israeli tallies.

Israel's military campaign has killed more than 31,500 Palestinians, about 70% of them women and children, according to the health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza.

The head of Israeli intelligence is expected to lead ceasefire talks with mediators which resume in Qatar on Sunday (March 16) in direct response to a new proposal from Hamas, a source close to the talks told Reuters on Saturday (March 15).

The head of Israeli intelligence is expected to lead ceasefire talks with mediators which resume in Qatar on Sunday (March 16) in direct response to a new proposal from Hamas, a source close to the talks told Reuters on Saturday (March 15). The talks between Mossad head David Barnea, Qatar’s prime minister and Egyptian officials will focus on remaining gaps between Israel and Hamas including over prisoner releases and humanitarian aid, the source said. Also read: Gaza war: Hamas presents ceasefire proposal to mediators Israel had said on Friday (March 14) it would be sending a delegation to Doha, but did not spell out when it would do so or who would take part. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was expected to convene the security cabinet before the talks. Israeli officials were not immediately available to comment on Saturday, the Jewish Sabbath. Barnea was involved in previous significant pushes for a deal. A short-lived truce in November was agreed and came into effect after his participation in talks in Doha. His last meeting with Qatar's prime minister in January led to a proposal for a temporary ceasefire that Hamas ultimately rejected. Hamas this week presented a new ceasefire proposal to mediators and Israel's ally the United States that includes the release of Israeli hostages in exchange for freedom for Palestinian prisoners. Also read: Ramadan begins without ceasefire: What it means for Gaza Repeated efforts to agree a ceasefire and exchange hostages for prisoners have fallen apart this year, despite mounting international pressure over the human cost of Israel's ground and air assault in Gaza. The war began on October 7 when Hamas sent fighters into Israel, killing 1,200 people, mostly civilians, and seizing 253 hostages according to Israeli tallies. Israel's military campaign has killed more than 31,500 Palestinians, about 70% of them women and children, according to the health ministry in Hamas-run Gaza.

Mossad chief expected to lead Gaza ceasefire talks in Doha on Sunday

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Indian Navy makes 35 Somali pirates on board vessel MV Ruen surrender, rescues crew

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A massive fire broke out at the Al-Ahram Studio in Egypt's Giza on Saturday (Mar 16). Al-Ahram is one of the oldest cinematography studios in the country. Citing civil protection forces, a report by the news agency Reuters said that they controlled the fire with no casualties. Several fire tenders were dispatched to extinguish the fire&nbsp;at the studio, the Giza Governorate said.

State media reported that the fire resulted in several people suffering from suffocation. However, the government has not issued any statement regarding the number of those affected or the nature of&nbsp;injuries.

<h2>Cause of fire not yet known</h2>

People living in neighbouring properties were evacuated as a preventive measure. The fire originated from the decorations of the "traditional area" where one of the Ramadan works was being filmed, according to the country's ministry of culture.

The ministry said that the affected decorations were situated on land far from the plazas, studios, and the main and historical buildings of the studio. The ministry added that it was awaiting the results of the investigations being done by public prosecution and the forensic laboratory to determine the cause of the fire.

The ministry has also formed a specialised committee to assess the losses and damages accurately.

<h2>PM visits site damaged by fire</h2>

The Al-Ahram Studio was founded in the 1940s and is located in Giza's Omraniya neighbourhood. Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly visited the site alongside other officials to assess the damage.

According to the state information service, Prime Minister Madbouly announced that each family affected by fire in the nearby buildings would be given $300 to help rent apartments until their own are repaired.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

A massive fire broke out at the Al-Ahram Studio in Egypt's Giza on Saturday (Mar 16). Al-Ahram is one of the oldest cinematography studios in the country. Citing civil protection forces, a report by the news agency Reuters said that they controlled the fire with no casualties.

A massive fire broke out at the Al-Ahram Studio in Egypt's Giza on Saturday (Mar 16). Al-Ahram is one of the oldest cinematography studios in the country. Citing civil protection forces, a report by the news agency Reuters said that they controlled the fire with no casualties. Several fire tenders were dispatched to extinguish the fire at the studio, the Giza Governorate said. State media reported that the fire resulted in several people suffering from suffocation. However, the government has not issued any statement regarding the number of those affected or the nature of injuries. Cause of fire not yet known People living in neighbouring properties were evacuated as a preventive measure. The fire originated from the decorations of the "traditional area" where one of the Ramadan works was being filmed, according to the country's ministry of culture. The ministry said that the affected decorations were situated on land far from the plazas, studios, and the main and historical buildings of the studio. The ministry added that it was awaiting the results of the investigations being done by public prosecution and the forensic laboratory to determine the cause of the fire. The ministry has also formed a specialised committee to assess the losses and damages accurately. PM visits site damaged by fire The Al-Ahram Studio was founded in the 1940s and is located in Giza's Omraniya neighbourhood. Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly visited the site alongside other officials to assess the damage. According to the state information service, Prime Minister Madbouly announced that each family affected by fire in the nearby buildings would be given $300 to help rent apartments until their own are repaired. (With inputs from agencies)

Massive fire breaks out at one of Egypt's oldest cinematography studios

Former United States President Donald Trump, on Saturday (Mar 16) during a rally in the state of Ohio warned that there would be a “bloodbath” if he is not re-elected in the upcoming elections in November.&nbsp;

<h2>What did Trump say?</h2>

The remarks came during a rally in Ohio where Trump addressed the crowd in support of Republican Senate candidate Bernie Moreno, whom the former president had endorsed in December. In his speech, he also threatened a trade war with China over car manufacturing.&nbsp;

“Let me tell you something…to China, President Xi – and you and I are friends – but he understands the way I deal. Those big monster car manufacturing plants that you are building in Mexico right now…and you think you are not going to hire Americans and sell the cars to us, no,” Trump said.&nbsp;

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He added, “We’re going to put a 100 per cent tariff on every single one of those cars that comes across the line…and you are not going to be able to sell those cars. If I get elected, now if I don’t get elected it’s going to be a bloodbath…it’s going to be a bloodbath for the country. That will be the least of it. But they are not going to sell those cars.”&nbsp;

“If this election isn’t won, I’m not sure that you’ll ever have another election in this country,” the former US president later added.&nbsp;

Trump is known for his inflammatory rhetoric and has been called a threat to democracy by his successor particularly since the former president said that he would not be a dictator <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-trump-says-he-wont-be-a-dictator-if-he-becomes-president-american-media-lawmakers-say-otherwise-666905">except for “day one,”</a> back in December. &nbsp;

In response to the former president’s remarks, Trump campaign spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt told NBC News, “Biden’s policies will create an economic bloodbath for the auto industry and auto workers.”

<h2>‘Wants another January 6’</h2>

Biden’s campaign spokesperson James Singer released a statement on Saturday after Trump’s speech saying that the former president “wants another January 6”.&nbsp;

Singer was referring to the January 6, 2021 attack on the US Capitol by Trump’s supporters who wanted to stop lawmakers from certifying Biden’s 2020 presidential election win.&nbsp;

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“This is who Donald Trump is: a loser who gets beat by over 7 million votes and then instead of appealing to a wider mainstream audience doubles down on his threats of political violence,” Biden’s campaign spokesperson said.&nbsp;

He added, “He wants another January 6, but the American people are going to give him another electoral defeat this November because they continue to reject his extremism, his affection for violence, and his thirst for revenge.”&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies) 
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Former United States President Donald Trump, on Saturday (Mar 16) during a rally in the state of Ohio warned that there would be a “bloodbath” if he is not re-elected in the upcoming elections in November.

Former United States President Donald Trump, on Saturday (Mar 16) during a rally in the state of Ohio warned that there would be a “bloodbath” if he is not re-elected in the upcoming elections in November. What did Trump say? The remarks came during a rally in Ohio where Trump addressed the crowd in support of Republican Senate candidate Bernie Moreno, whom the former president had endorsed in December. In his speech, he also threatened a trade war with China over car manufacturing. “Let me tell you something…to China, President Xi – and you and I are friends – but he understands the way I deal. Those big monster car manufacturing plants that you are building in Mexico right now…and you think you are not going to hire Americans and sell the cars to us, no,” Trump said. Also Read | US says it destroyed Houthi drone over red sea 'to protect freedom of navigation' He added, “We’re going to put a 100 per cent tariff on every single one of those cars that comes across the line…and you are not going to be able to sell those cars. If I get elected, now if I don’t get elected it’s going to be a bloodbath…it’s going to be a bloodbath for the country. That will be the least of it. But they are not going to sell those cars.” “If this election isn’t won, I’m not sure that you’ll ever have another election in this country,” the former US president later added. Trump is known for his inflammatory rhetoric and has been called a threat to democracy by his successor particularly since the former president said that he would not be a dictator except for “day one,” back in December. In response to the former president’s remarks, Trump campaign spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt told NBC News, “Biden’s policies will create an economic bloodbath for the auto industry and auto workers.” ‘Wants another January 6’ Biden’s campaign spokesperson James Singer released a statement on Saturday after Trump’s speech saying that the former president “wants another January 6”. Singer was referring to the January 6, 2021 attack on the US Capitol by Trump’s supporters who wanted to stop lawmakers from certifying Biden’s 2020 presidential election win. Also Read | Biden praises Schumer’s ‘anti-Netanyahu’ speech calling for new elections, Israel fumes over remarks “This is who Donald Trump is: a loser who gets beat by over 7 million votes and then instead of appealing to a wider mainstream audience doubles down on his threats of political violence,” Biden’s campaign spokesperson said. He added, “He wants another January 6, but the American people are going to give him another electoral defeat this November because they continue to reject his extremism, his affection for violence, and his thirst for revenge.” (With inputs from agencies)

Trump warns of ‘bloodbath’ if he loses 2024 US presidential election in November

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The National Democratic Alliance (NDA)'s rally 'Prajagalam' was briefly disrupted on Sunday evening (March 17) after a group of people ascended a light tower to listen to their leaders speak.&nbsp;However, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi spotted people climbing atop the structure with lights attached to it and immediately interrupted Jana Sena Party president Pawan Kalyan in the middle of his speech urging them to get down.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (Mar 17) slammed the international community for their stand against the war and also trying to stop the war now before Israel "achieves" all of its goals.

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The US military on Sunday (Mar 17) shot down a drone reportedly launched by Yemen-based Houthi rebels.&nbsp;The US&nbsp;Central Command (CENTCOM) stated that there were no reports of damage or injuries from ships in the area. Meanwhile, presidential polls in Russia have entered the third and final day, with Ukraine stepping up attacks inside Russia.&nbsp;Citing local Russian officials, a report by the news agency Reuters said that Ukrainian forces continued their strikes on Russian regions along the Ukraine border. Ongoing manhunt in Philadelphia had ended after authorities launched an operation Saturday morning following the death of three people in two shooting incidents.

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A state of emergency was declared in southern Iceland on Saturday (March 16) as another volcanic eruption rocked&nbsp;the Reykjanes Peninsula, a little over 80 km southwest of the capital Reykjavík in what is the fourth such eruption in the region since December 2023.

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The head of Israeli intelligence is expected to lead ceasefire talks with mediators which will resume in Qatar on Sunday in direct response to a new proposal from Hamas, a source close to the talks told Reuters on Saturday.

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The US military on Sunday (Mar 17) shot down a drone reportedly launched by Yemen-based Houthi rebels. The US Central Command (CENTCOM) stated that there were no reports of damage or injuries from ships in the area. Meanwhile, presidential polls in Russia have entered the third and final day, with Ukraine stepping up attacks inside Russia. Citing local Russian officials, a report by the news agency Reuters said that Ukrainian forces continued their strikes on Russian regions along the Ukraine border. Ongoing manhunt in Philadelphia had ended after authorities launched an operation Saturday morning following the death of three people in two shooting incidents. Click on the headline to read more. US says it destroyed Houthi drone over red sea 'to protect freedom of navigation' The United States military on Sunday (March 17) said it destroyed a drone in the Red Sea that was allegedly launched by Yemen's Houthi rebels, with another presumed to have crashed in the maritime region. Russia presidential polls 2024: Moscow accuses Ukraine of election sabotage The presidential elections in Russia entered the third and final day on Sunday (Mar 17) with Moscow accusing Ukraine of using air attacks to try to sabotage the polls. Ongoing manhunt in Philadelphia ends with police arresting killer of three An ongoing manhunt for a suspect involved in the fatal shootings of three people outside a Philadelphia-area suburb had ended after authorities arrested 26-year-old Andre Gordon from New Jersey. Iceland volcano spews fountains of lava as massive eruption prompts state of emergency A state of emergency was declared in southern Iceland on Saturday (March 16) as another volcanic eruption rocked the Reykjanes Peninsula, a little over 80 km southwest of the capital Reykjavík in what is the fourth such eruption in the region since December 2023. Watch: Israel-Hamas war: Mossad chief expected to resume Gaza ceasefire talks in Doha The head of Israeli intelligence is expected to lead ceasefire talks with mediators which will resume in Qatar on Sunday in direct response to a new proposal from Hamas, a source close to the talks told Reuters on Saturday. ×

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Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong&nbsp;and her partner Sophie Allouache have exchanged vows in a ceremony held in Adelaide after being together for nearly 20 years.

Penny Wong is a prominent Australian politician, belonging to the Australian Labor Party (ALP). She held various ministerial positions, including minister for finance, and minister for climate change.&nbsp;

The wedding, attended by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and senior ministers, was a joyous occasion witnessed by family and friends, including their two daughters - 11-year-old Alexandra, and 8-year-old Hannah, who participated as flower girls.

Expressing her happiness, Wong shared on Instagram, "We are delighted that so many of our family and friends could share this special day with us." Penny Wong, in 2008, made history as the first Asian-Australian to join an Australian cabinet.

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Additionally, she broke barriers as the first openly LGBTI female federal parliamentarian. Her pivotal role in the legalisation of same-sex marriage in Australia in 2017 marked a shift from her earlier support of Labor Party policy opposing it.

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Consistently topping surveys, Wong is widely regarded as the most trusted politician in Australia. Parliamentary colleague Michelle Rowland, who praised the couple, saying, "You both look absolutely gorgeous."

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Wong, who entered federal parliament in 2002 is also Australia's longest-serving female cabinet minister.&nbsp;Penny Wong was born in Malaysia to a father of Chinese Malaysian descent and an Australian mother of English heritage. Before embarking on her political journey, she pursued a career as a lawyer and served as a political adviser. Wong's entry into politics came through her successful bid for a Senate seat in the 2001 election.

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Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong and her partner Sophie Allouache have exchanged vows in a ceremony held in Adelaide after being together for nearly 20 years.

Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong and her partner Sophie Allouache have exchanged vows in a ceremony held in Adelaide after being together for nearly 20 years. Penny Wong is a prominent Australian politician, belonging to the Australian Labor Party (ALP). She held various ministerial positions, including minister for finance, and minister for climate change. The wedding, attended by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and senior ministers, was a joyous occasion witnessed by family and friends, including their two daughters - 11-year-old Alexandra, and 8-year-old Hannah, who participated as flower girls. Expressing her happiness, Wong shared on Instagram, "We are delighted that so many of our family and friends could share this special day with us." Penny Wong, in 2008, made history as the first Asian-Australian to join an Australian cabinet. Also Read | Tropical Cyclone Megan: Australia’s Northern Territory and Queensland brace for category-three storm Additionally, she broke barriers as the first openly LGBTI female federal parliamentarian. Her pivotal role in the legalisation of same-sex marriage in Australia in 2017 marked a shift from her earlier support of Labor Party policy opposing it. Also Read | Washington DC: Police say two people killed, five injured in shooting Consistently topping surveys, Wong is widely regarded as the most trusted politician in Australia. Parliamentary colleague Michelle Rowland, who praised the couple, saying, "You both look absolutely gorgeous." Watch | Russia-Ukraine war: French President Macron says France has no limits in helping Ukraine × Wong, who entered federal parliament in 2002 is also Australia's longest-serving female cabinet minister. Penny Wong was born in Malaysia to a father of Chinese Malaysian descent and an Australian mother of English heritage. Before embarking on her political journey, she pursued a career as a lawyer and served as a political adviser. Wong's entry into politics came through her successful bid for a Senate seat in the 2001 election. (With inputs from agencies)

Australian foreign minister Penny Wong ties knot with partner Sophie Allouache

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A state of emergency was declared in southern Iceland on Saturday (March 16) as another volcanic eruption rocked&nbsp;the Reykjanes Peninsula, a little over 80 km southwest of the capital Reykjavík in what is the fourth such eruption in the region since December 2023.

Residents of the small town of Grindavik were asked to evacuate as ongoing flare-ups continued to wreak havoc in the area.&nbsp; 
 
Additionally, the popular tourist attraction, the Blue Lagoon, has been evacuated as a precautionary measure. A massive lava spill is generating billows of smoke, creating a spectacle for onlookers.

<h2>Iceland volcanic eruption: When did it happen?</h2>

The eruption commenced after 20:00 local time (20:00 GMT) on Saturday, between Hagafell and Stora-Scogfell, north of Grindavik, according to Iceland's civil defence service. This eruption occurred at the site of the eruption of 8 December.

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Footage capturing the volcanic eruption&nbsp;depicts clouds of smoke and molten magma flowing and bubbling from vents in the earth's surface.

The Icelandic Meteorological Agency reported a brief lead-up to the eruption and indicated that initial assessments suggest a comparable volume of magma to that of December's event. However, the agency cautioned that expected adverse weather conditions could hinder monitoring efforts to some degree.

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While Keflavik International Airport and other regional airports remain unaffected, the closure of the Blue Lagoon will continue until further notice as a safety precaution.&nbsp;

Iceland's airspace remains open.&nbsp;

<h2>Iceland has 33 active volcano systems</h2>

Approximately 4,000 residents of Grindavik were only recently been permitted to return to their homes after an eruption in January, which resulted in magma infiltrating the town and destroying three homes.&nbsp;

However, reports by the AFP news agency indicate that only around 100 residents have opted to return thus far.

Iceland, with 33 active volcano systems, straddles the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the boundary between two of Earth's largest tectonic plates. The Reykjanes Peninsula last experienced a period of volcanic activity 800 years ago, which lasted for decades.

The current eruption marks the seventh since 2021.

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A state of emergency was declared in southern Iceland on Saturday (March 16) as another volcanic eruption rocked the Reykjanes Peninsula, a little over 80 km southwest of the capital Reykjavík in what is the fourth such eruption in the region since December 2023.

A state of emergency was declared in southern Iceland on Saturday (March 16) as another volcanic eruption rocked the Reykjanes Peninsula, a little over 80 km southwest of the capital Reykjavík in what is the fourth such eruption in the region since December 2023. Residents of the small town of Grindavik were asked to evacuate as ongoing flare-ups continued to wreak havoc in the area. Additionally, the popular tourist attraction, the Blue Lagoon, has been evacuated as a precautionary measure. A massive lava spill is generating billows of smoke, creating a spectacle for onlookers. Iceland volcanic eruption: When did it happen? The eruption commenced after 20:00 local time (20:00 GMT) on Saturday, between Hagafell and Stora-Scogfell, north of Grindavik, according to Iceland's civil defence service. This eruption occurred at the site of the eruption of 8 December. Volcano erupts for fourth time on Iceland peninsula pic.twitter.com/pE0UADg0Sy — T (@Rifleman4WVU) March 16, 2024 × Footage capturing the volcanic eruption depicts clouds of smoke and molten magma flowing and bubbling from vents in the earth's surface. The Icelandic Meteorological Agency reported a brief lead-up to the eruption and indicated that initial assessments suggest a comparable volume of magma to that of December's event. However, the agency cautioned that expected adverse weather conditions could hinder monitoring efforts to some degree. Also read | Iceland volcano is ejecting enough lava to fill olympic swimming pool in 20 seconds While Keflavik International Airport and other regional airports remain unaffected, the closure of the Blue Lagoon will continue until further notice as a safety precaution. Iceland's airspace remains open. Iceland has 33 active volcano systems Approximately 4,000 residents of Grindavik were only recently been permitted to return to their homes after an eruption in January, which resulted in magma infiltrating the town and destroying three homes. However, reports by the AFP news agency indicate that only around 100 residents have opted to return thus far. Iceland, with 33 active volcano systems, straddles the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the boundary between two of Earth's largest tectonic plates. The Reykjanes Peninsula last experienced a period of volcanic activity 800 years ago, which lasted for decades. The current eruption marks the seventh since 2021. (With inputs from agencies)

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The presidential elections in Russia entered the third and final day on Sunday (Mar 17) with Moscow accusing Ukraine of using air attacks to try to sabotage the polls.

The presidential elections in Russia entered the third and final day on Sunday (Mar 17) with Moscow accusing Ukraine of using air attacks to try to sabotage the polls. Citing local Russian officials, a report by the news agency Reuters said that Ukrainian forces continued their strikes on Russian regions along the Ukraine border. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky did not address the reported attacks in his nightly video address on Saturday. On Friday, the first day of the elections, Russian President Vladimir Putin accused Ukraine of trying to disrupt the polls with its intensified drone and missile attacks inside Russia and on Moscow-held territory in Ukraine. Also read | Governor of Russia’s Belgorod shuts schools and shopping centres for safety reasons More than half of the Russian voters have cast their votes on Friday and Saturday. The elections are expected to keep President Putin in power for another six terms. 'Noon against Putin' Sunday will test the strength of the country's opposition, which called for all its supporters to vote at the same time at noon, in an action called "Noon Against Putin." This initiative has been endorsed by the now-deceased Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny's wife Yulia Navalnaya. Also watch | Russia is ready for nuclear conflict in the Ukraine war × Supporters of Navalny called on people across Russia to vote at the same time at noon on Sunday in each of the country's 11 time zones. "Today we want to say to all of us - noon is the very beginning. Yes, some of us are scared. Yes, the choice is not easy. But we are the people. And we will cope with both the choice and the responsibility," the initiative wrote on Telegram on Sunday. Ukrainians forced to vote at gunpoint With Russia accusing Ukraine of sabotaging the elections, Ukrainians living in territories occupied by Russian forces were allegedly being forced to vote at gunpoint. A report by The Washington Post early Sunday said that heavily armed, masked Russian soldiers were accompanying election officials going from house to house and forcing Ukrainians to vote. Yevheniia Hliebova, the head of the Novomykolaivka village military administration in Kherson, described the situation as an election at gunpoint. Hliebova, who has left the occupied region, told the publication that Ukrainians who refused to vote were threatened with repercussions. (With inputs from agencies)

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