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Almost nine months after the killing of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the alleged video of the incident has surfaced on the internet, Canada-based CBC News reported.

The footage shows Nijjar being shot by armed men in what has been dubbed a "contract killing".

Nijjar was shot dead outside a Gurdwara in Surrey, British Columbia, on the evening of June 18, 2023.

He was designated a terrorist by the National Investigation Agency in the year 2020.

CBC News said&nbsp;exclusive security video was obtained by&nbsp;The Fifth Estate,&nbsp;an investigative documentary series that airs on the network.

The report said that the footage has been independently verified by more than one source.

The attack, which has been termed as 'highly coordinated', was carried out by six men and involved two vehicles.

Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadian-police-found-no-foreign-interference-behind-attack-on-home-of-nijjars-associate-692392">Canadian police found no ‘foreign interference’ behind attack on home of Nijjar’s associate</a>

<h2>The sequence of events as shown in purported video</h2>

In the video, Nijjar can be seen driving his grey Dodge Ram pickup vehicle out of the Gurdwara parking lot.

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As his vehicle approaches the exit, a white sedan cuts him off obstructing his truck.&nbsp;

Then, two men approach Nijjar and shoot him before driving off in a silver Toyota Camry.

The two witnesses, who were playing soccer in a nearby field at the time of the incident, said that they immediately rushed to the location where the gunshots were heard and also attempted to run after the assailants.

"We saw those two guys running," Bhupinderjit Singh Sidhu, a witness told The Fifth Estate. "We started running towards...where the sound was coming from."

Sidhu said that he told his friend Malkit Singh to chase the attackers while he made efforts to assist Nijjar.

"I tried to press his chest and tried to shake him to see if he was breathing. But he was totally unconscious. He was not breathing," he said.

Singh said that he chased the two men until they got into the Toyota Camry.

"A car came from around the alley and they got into it. There were three others sitting in that car," Singh said. "We could smell the smoke from the guns, the smell of the guns was everywhere."

Nijjar's death sparked a diplomatic row between India and Canada after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged New Delhi's involvement in the Khalistani terrorist's killing.

India, however, has rebuffed the accusations calling them "absurd and motivated".

(With inputs from agencies)

Almost nine months after the killing of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the alleged video of the incident has surfaced on the internet, Canada-based CBC News reported.

Almost nine months after the killing of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, the alleged video of the incident has surfaced on the internet, Canada-based CBC News reported. The footage shows Nijjar being shot by armed men in what has been dubbed a "contract killing". Nijjar was shot dead outside a Gurdwara in Surrey, British Columbia, on the evening of June 18, 2023. He was designated a terrorist by the National Investigation Agency in the year 2020. CBC News said exclusive security video was obtained by The Fifth Estate, an investigative documentary series that airs on the network. The report said that the footage has been independently verified by more than one source. The attack, which has been termed as 'highly coordinated', was carried out by six men and involved two vehicles. Also read: Canadian police found no ‘foreign interference’ behind attack on home of Nijjar’s associate The sequence of events as shown in purported video In the video, Nijjar can be seen driving his grey Dodge Ram pickup vehicle out of the Gurdwara parking lot. #ExclusiveVideo : Assassination of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar by unknown gunmen. pic.twitter.com/aqpHUYKbHJ — Baba Banaras™ (@RealBababanaras) March 9, 2024 × As his vehicle approaches the exit, a white sedan cuts him off obstructing his truck. Then, two men approach Nijjar and shoot him before driving off in a silver Toyota Camry. The two witnesses, who were playing soccer in a nearby field at the time of the incident, said that they immediately rushed to the location where the gunshots were heard and also attempted to run after the assailants. "We saw those two guys running," Bhupinderjit Singh Sidhu, a witness told The Fifth Estate. "We started running towards...where the sound was coming from." Sidhu said that he told his friend Malkit Singh to chase the attackers while he made efforts to assist Nijjar. "I tried to press his chest and tried to shake him to see if he was breathing. But he was totally unconscious. He was not breathing," he said. Singh said that he chased the two men until they got into the Toyota Camry. "A car came from around the alley and they got into it. There were three others sitting in that car," Singh said. "We could smell the smoke from the guns, the smell of the guns was everywhere." Nijjar's death sparked a diplomatic row between India and Canada after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau alleged New Delhi's involvement in the Khalistani terrorist's killing. India, however, has rebuffed the accusations calling them "absurd and motivated". (With inputs from agencies)

Video of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar’s killing in Canada surfaces

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"Three French companies will be setting up partnerships with Ukrainian companies, in particular in the drone and land equipment sectors, to produce spare parts on Ukrainian soil, and perhaps ammunition in the future", he said.

"The idea is to have the first production units running this summer", Lecornu added.

He hinted the companies involved would include tank maker KNDS, the holding structure formed by France's Nexter and Germany's Krauss-Maffei-Wegmann.

France is planning to have some of its arms manufacturers produce much-needed military equipment directly on Ukrainian soil to help the country in its war against Russia, Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu said on Friday.

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Former UK Prime Minister Theresa May on Friday (March 8) announced that she would not stand for re-election, bringing an end to her 27-year career in parliament.

The 67-year-old Conservative Party politician is the latest in the line to signal her exit from the parliament before the&nbsp;election scheduled to take place later this year.

At present, the polls indicate the victory of the governing party.

"It has been an honour and a privilege to serve everyone in the Maidenhead constituency as a member of parliament for the last 27 years," May told the local Maidenhead Advertiser newspaper.

Announcing her decision to quit as lawmaker, May said that the causes close to her heart including tackling modern slavery and human trafficking, were "taking an increasing amount" of her time.&nbsp;

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"Because of this, after much careful thought and consideration, I have realised that looking ahead, I would no longer be able to do my job as an MP in the way I believe is right and my constituents deserve," she said.

May added that she remained "committed" to supporting British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.

She also expressed confidence that Conservatives would win the polls that are expected to take place in the second half of 2024.&nbsp;

May took over as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom less than a month after the then leader David Cameron quit in the wake of Britain's vote to leave the European Union.&nbsp;

However, she resigned three years later, having failed to achieve Brexit on time and to secure parliament's approval of her exit strategy.&nbsp;

While her tenure as the prime minister was majorly dominated by Brexit, May was also in charge when terror attacks struck Manchester and London, and also when a fire ripped through the Grenfell Tower block in London, claiming the lives of 72.

She served as interior minister between 2010 and 2016 under then leader Cameron.

(With inputs from agencies)

Former UK Prime Minister Theresa May on Friday (March 8) announced that she would not stand for re-election, bringing an end to her 27-year career in parliament.

Former UK Prime Minister Theresa May on Friday (March 8) announced that she would not stand for re-election, bringing an end to her 27-year career in parliament. The 67-year-old Conservative Party politician is the latest in the line to signal her exit from the parliament before the election scheduled to take place later this year. At present, the polls indicate the victory of the governing party. "It has been an honour and a privilege to serve everyone in the Maidenhead constituency as a member of parliament for the last 27 years," May told the local Maidenhead Advertiser newspaper. Announcing her decision to quit as lawmaker, May said that the causes close to her heart including tackling modern slavery and human trafficking, were "taking an increasing amount" of her time. Also read: Rishi Sunak calls out threats to MPs, warns of 'toxic' culture in UK politics "Because of this, after much careful thought and consideration, I have realised that looking ahead, I would no longer be able to do my job as an MP in the way I believe is right and my constituents deserve," she said. May added that she remained "committed" to supporting British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. She also expressed confidence that Conservatives would win the polls that are expected to take place in the second half of 2024. May took over as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom less than a month after the then leader David Cameron quit in the wake of Britain's vote to leave the European Union. However, she resigned three years later, having failed to achieve Brexit on time and to secure parliament's approval of her exit strategy. While her tenure as the prime minister was majorly dominated by Brexit, May was also in charge when terror attacks struck Manchester and London, and also when a fire ripped through the Grenfell Tower block in London, claiming the lives of 72. She served as interior minister between 2010 and 2016 under then leader Cameron. (With inputs from agencies)

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International Women's Day 2024: The number of women in senior leadership roles across various industries has been <a href="https://www3.weforum.org/docs/WEF_GGGR_2023.pdf">rising</a> since 2016, with the media and Information &amp; Technology sectors leading the way.&nbsp;

But despite this progress, men continue to dominate the higher leadership ranks: nearly 72 per cent of Vice President positions and about 75 per cent of C-suite roles.

The impediments to women's growth in the workforce and workplace are many.&nbsp;

On International Women's Day 2024, WION reached out to women achievers across various sectors to ask: What is the one piece of advice for young girls out there who are trying to break the glass ceiling while pursuing their dreams or are simply working hard to provide for their families?

Here's what they said:<img alt="Geeta Chandran, Indian Classical Dancer and Vocalist, Padma Shri Awardee" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="bc3819a1-22bb-42ab-af2f-74196a982236" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20-%202024-03-08T122418.831_0.png" />

Geeta Chandran, Indian Classical Dancer and Vocalist, Padma Shri Awardee

Young girls today, whether in urban or rural settings, have to deal with a lot. Only the circumstances and context are different. I feel the greatest challenge comes from the family. The regular stereotypical, patriarchal response when a young girl makes a choice, that is very difficult to crack. I wish all the young girls there to take a call on this and very tactfully handle this first step which actually makes a difference in your entire life. Because the family is the first immediate environment that opposes what you decide or what you choose. I wish all the women out there the very best to move on and tactfully deal with the people around, and then step out. Break the glass ceiling.&nbsp;

<img alt="Sonam Srivastava, Founder and Fund Manager at Wright Research" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="6c84957a-25e8-40f5-ad14-f9d6a9e95ff7" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20-%202024-03-08T122702.135.png" />

Sonam Srivastava, Founder and Fund Manager at Wright Research

If I were to offer a piece of advice to young girls striving to shatter glass ceilings or diligently working to support their families, it would be this: Embrace resilience as your greatest asset. Remember, it's not about how many times you face rejection or fall; it's about how many times you're willing to stand up and move forward with even more determination.

Cultivate a mindset that sees obstacles as opportunities to learn and grow stronger. Surround yourself with people who uplift you, seek mentors who inspire you, and never underestimate the power of a supportive community. The glass ceiling isn't impenetrable; with perseverance and resilience, you have the power to break through it and soar to new heights.

&nbsp;

<img alt="Neliswa Nkani, Hub Head, Middle East, India and South East Asia, South African Tourism" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="7d966212-6aca-4929-9afc-e2b1de27ef51" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20-%202024-03-08T122927.686.png" />

Neliswa Nkani, Hub Head, Middle East, India and South East Asia, South African Tourism 
 
My advice to young girls would be that if you give to life, it will reciprocate and give back to you.&nbsp;Similarly, if you take from life, it will too withdraw from you. Strive to be the best version of yourself in everything you do. 
<img alt="Pallavi Katiyar, Chief Information Officer, Tech Mahindra" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="c01a286a-6d30-492e-9d5c-bba7a07c3387" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20-%202024-03-08T123311.729.png" />

Pallavi Katiyar, Chief Information Officer, Tech Mahindra

My message to young girls and women technologists is to embrace the vast opportunities in the technology sector with confidence and determination. The industry needs your unique perspectives, creativity, and leadership to shape the future of technology. Remember, your contributions can lead to groundbreaking innovations that make a difference. Stay curious and pursue your passions with relentless ambition. Embrace your unique strengths, remain steadfast in your values, and seek out mentors and networks who support your growth. The environment may be challenging, but it offers opportunities for those willing to lead with authenticity and courage.<img alt="Neha Bagaria, Founder &amp; CEO, Herkey" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="62c6937c-4558-4aef-a6e1-3e640f6a9220" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20-%202024-03-08T123440.293.png" />

Neha Bagaria, Founder &amp; CEO, Herkey

To aspiring young women, my advice is simple but very important in today’s time. Leverage networks and communities to reach out to employers who can provide job opportunities, experts who can provide mentorship and learning, and each other to find support &amp; motivation. Speak up with confidence, champion your own growth, and face biases with determination. Building a supportive network is key. Surround yourself with mentors and peers who encourage you to reach your full potential. When faced with setbacks, embrace resilience. Reject thoughts of giving up or self-doubt and keep your eyes on your goals. Believe in the extraordinary capabilities you have. As women, we possess the strength to achieve whatever we set our minds to.<img alt="Dr Alina von Davier, Chief of Assessment at DuoLingo" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="3e19268d-f083-4bf4-a4aa-038d91cce2dd" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20-%202024-03-08T123540.775.png" />

Dr Alina von Davier, Chief of Assessment at Duolingo

Follow your heart. Look for what excites you. Look for a job that sparks your curiosity. Search for fun in the work that you do. That's the place where you probably will get the highest returns for the efforts you are putting in.<img alt="Rekha Mody, Gender Activist and Founder of Stree Shakti, The Parallel Force" data-entity-type="file" data-entity-uuid="8ec0ca8a-418b-4d56-a912-7f29161c9351" src="//cdn.wionews.com/sites/default/files/inline-images/Untitled%20design%20-%202024-03-08T123641.728.png" />

Rekha Mody, Gender Activist and Founder of Stree Shakti, The Parallel Force

For the last hundred years, women have struggled for their rights and owing to&nbsp;that, many significant changes have taken place. The world today needs women's leadership much more than ever. Young girls, I just have one message for you. Think big, expand your network and at the same time, identify your mentor to support your dreams. &nbsp;

International Women's Day 2024: The number of women in senior leadership roles across various industries has been rising since 2016, with the media and Information & Technology sectors leading the way.

International Women's Day 2024: The number of women in senior leadership roles across various industries has been rising since 2016, with the media and Information & Technology sectors leading the way. But despite this progress, men continue to dominate the higher leadership ranks: nearly 72 per cent of Vice President positions and about 75 per cent of C-suite roles. The impediments to women's growth in the workforce and workplace are many. On International Women's Day 2024, WION reached out to women achievers across various sectors to ask: What is the one piece of advice for young girls out there who are trying to break the glass ceiling while pursuing their dreams or are simply working hard to provide for their families? Here's what they said: Geeta Chandran, Indian Classical Dancer and Vocalist, Padma Shri Awardee Young girls today, whether in urban or rural settings, have to deal with a lot. Only the circumstances and context are different. I feel the greatest challenge comes from the family. The regular stereotypical, patriarchal response when a young girl makes a choice, that is very difficult to crack. I wish all the young girls there to take a call on this and very tactfully handle this first step which actually makes a difference in your entire life. Because the family is the first immediate environment that opposes what you decide or what you choose. I wish all the women out there the very best to move on and tactfully deal with the people around, and then step out. Break the glass ceiling. Sonam Srivastava, Founder and Fund Manager at Wright Research If I were to offer a piece of advice to young girls striving to shatter glass ceilings or diligently working to support their families, it would be this: Embrace resilience as your greatest asset. Remember, it's not about how many times you face rejection or fall; it's about how many times you're willing to stand up and move forward with even more determination. Cultivate a mindset that sees obstacles as opportunities to learn and grow stronger. Surround yourself with people who uplift you, seek mentors who inspire you, and never underestimate the power of a supportive community. The glass ceiling isn't impenetrable; with perseverance and resilience, you have the power to break through it and soar to new heights. Neliswa Nkani, Hub Head, Middle East, India and South East Asia, South African Tourism My advice to young girls would be that if you give to life, it will reciprocate and give back to you. Similarly, if you take from life, it will too withdraw from you. Strive to be the best version of yourself in everything you do. Pallavi Katiyar, Chief Information Officer, Tech Mahindra My message to young girls and women technologists is to embrace the vast opportunities in the technology sector with confidence and determination. The industry needs your unique perspectives, creativity, and leadership to shape the future of technology. Remember, your contributions can lead to groundbreaking innovations that make a difference. Stay curious and pursue your passions with relentless ambition. Embrace your unique strengths, remain steadfast in your values, and seek out mentors and networks who support your growth. The environment may be challenging, but it offers opportunities for those willing to lead with authenticity and courage. Neha Bagaria, Founder & CEO, Herkey To aspiring young women, my advice is simple but very important in today’s time. Leverage networks and communities to reach out to employers who can provide job opportunities, experts who can provide mentorship and learning, and each other to find support & motivation. Speak up with confidence, champion your own growth, and face biases with determination. Building a supportive network is key. Surround yourself with mentors and peers who encourage you to reach your full potential. When faced with setbacks, embrace resilience. Reject thoughts of giving up or self-doubt and keep your eyes on your goals. Believe in the extraordinary capabilities you have. As women, we possess the strength to achieve whatever we set our minds to. Dr Alina von Davier, Chief of Assessment at Duolingo Follow your heart. Look for what excites you. Look for a job that sparks your curiosity. Search for fun in the work that you do. That's the place where you probably will get the highest returns for the efforts you are putting in. Rekha Mody, Gender Activist and Founder of Stree Shakti, The Parallel Force For the last hundred years, women have struggled for their rights and owing to that, many significant changes have taken place. The world today needs women's leadership much more than ever. Young girls, I just have one message for you. Think big, expand your network and at the same time, identify your mentor to support your dreams.

Women's Day 2024: The mantra to success is resilience and mentors, say women pioneers

Incumbent US President Joe Biden, in his third and final State of the Union address before the 2024 US Presidential Elections, repeatedly slammed his Republican rival Donald Trump throughout his speech.

Calling out Trump over his claims of a rigged election and the Jan 6 US Capitol insurrection by his followers, Biden remarked, "You can't love the country only when you win".

He also touched upon a variety of topics, including the Israel-Hamas war, immigration, student loan debt and more. Here are the key takeaways from Joe Biden's 2024 State of the Union address.

<h2>Sweden joins&nbsp;NATO</h2>

At the beginning of his speech, Biden welcomed Sweden to the NATO bloc and said: "Welcome, welcome, welcome!"

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He acknowledged Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's attendance during the address and said, "Mr Prime Minister, welcome to NATO, the strongest military alliance the world has ever known."

"Today, we've made NATO stronger than ever," he said.&nbsp;

<h2>On Putin and Ukraine-Russia war</h2>

Reiterating his appeals for military aid to Ukraine, Biden said Russian President Vladimir Putin will not stop at Ukraine, but that Kyiv can stop him "if we stand with Ukraine and provide the weapons it needs to defend itself. That is all Ukraine is asking. They are not asking for American soldiers."

"Overseas, Putin of Russia is on the march, invading Ukraine and sowing chaos throughout Europe and beyond.&nbsp;If anybody in this room thinks Putin will stop at Ukraine, I assure you, he will not," he warned.

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He asserted that there were "no American soldiers at war in Ukraine. And I am determined to keep it that way," but said that the assistance Ukraine requires was "being blocked by those who want us to walk away from our leadership in the world."

"It wasn’t that long ago when a Republican President, Ronald Reagan, thundered, 'Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall'.&nbsp;Now, my predecessor, a former Republican President, tells Putin, 'Do whatever the hell you want.'&nbsp;A former American President actually said that,&nbsp;bowing down&nbsp;to a Russian leader."

Slamming Trump, he remarked, "It’s&nbsp;outrageous.&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;dangerous.&nbsp;It’s&nbsp;unacceptable."&nbsp;

<h2>On Israel-Hamas war</h2>

Talking about the crisis abroad, Biden said, "I know the last five months have been gut-wrenching for so many people, for the Israeli people, the Palestinian people, and so many here in America."

He pledged that he would not rest until all the Hamas hostages were back home.&nbsp;

Issuing a sharp directive to Israel's leaders, he told the warring nation to not hold up humanitarian aid to Palestinians for political purposes.

"Israel also has a fundamental responsibility to protect innocent civilians in Gaza."

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"This war has taken a greater toll on innocent civilians than all previous wars in Gaza combined," he said.

He also revealed that he would be directing the US military "to lead an emergency mission to establish a temporary pier in the Mediterranean on the Gaza coast that can receive large ships carrying food, water, medicine and temporary shelters."

However, he stressed that forces will not be deployed on the ground.

"No US boots will be on the ground," he said.&nbsp;

"This temporary pier would enable a massive increase in the amount of humanitarian assistance getting into Gaza every day. But Israel must also do its part," he added.

"Israel must allow more aid into Gaza and ensure that humanitarian workers aren’t caught in the crossfire."

He warned Israel's leadership that "humanitarian assistance cannot be a secondary consideration or a bargaining chip."

<h2>On Roe V. Wade</h2>

Biden made abortion rights a major focus of his State of the Union address, vowing to reinstate Roe versus Wade if given a Congress "that supports the right to choose."

Drawing a contrast with his "predecessor," he said, "My predecessor came to office determined to see Roe v. Wade overturned. He’s the reason it was overturned. In fact, he brags about it. Look at the chaos that has resulted." He did not mention Trump by name.

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"My God, what freedoms will you take away next? In its decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court majority wrote the following, and with all due respect Justices, 'Women are not without—electoral or political power.' Excuse me, electoral or political power. You're about to realise how right we are about that.”

Biden emphasised his support of abortion rights and pledged to make them the law of the land if elected.

<h2>Republican response to Biden's State of the Union</h2>

US&nbsp;Senator Katie Britt of Alabama delivered the Republicans' formal response to President Joe&nbsp;Biden's State of the Union speech. She&nbsp;criticised&nbsp;Biden&nbsp;on issues like immigration and the state of the US economy as she delivered the GOP’s rebuttal to the State of the Union address.

"There is no doubt we’re at a crossroads and it doesn't have to be this way," said Britt, adding, "We all feel it. But here’s the good news: we the People are still in the driver’s seat. We get to decide whether our future will grow brighter, or whether we settle for an America in decline. Well, I know which choice our children deserve – and the choice the Republican Party is fighting for."

Incumbent US President Joe Biden, in his third and final State of the Union address before the 2024 US Presidential Elections, repeatedly slammed his Republican rival Donald Trump throughout his speech.

Incumbent US President Joe Biden, in his third and final State of the Union address before the 2024 US Presidential Elections, repeatedly slammed his Republican rival Donald Trump throughout his speech. Calling out Trump over his claims of a rigged election and the Jan 6 US Capitol insurrection by his followers, Biden remarked, "You can't love the country only when you win". He also touched upon a variety of topics, including the Israel-Hamas war, immigration, student loan debt and more. Here are the key takeaways from Joe Biden's 2024 State of the Union address. Sweden joins NATO At the beginning of his speech, Biden welcomed Sweden to the NATO bloc and said: "Welcome, welcome, welcome!" Also read | Joe Biden to draw contrast with Donald Trump in his last State of the Union address as US President He acknowledged Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson's attendance during the address and said, "Mr Prime Minister, welcome to NATO, the strongest military alliance the world has ever known." "Today, we've made NATO stronger than ever," he said. On Putin and Ukraine-Russia war Reiterating his appeals for military aid to Ukraine, Biden said Russian President Vladimir Putin will not stop at Ukraine, but that Kyiv can stop him "if we stand with Ukraine and provide the weapons it needs to defend itself. That is all Ukraine is asking. They are not asking for American soldiers." "Overseas, Putin of Russia is on the march, invading Ukraine and sowing chaos throughout Europe and beyond. If anybody in this room thinks Putin will stop at Ukraine, I assure you, he will not," he warned. Also read | US President Joe Biden to announce Gaza port construction to enable aid into war-torn Palestinian enclave He asserted that there were "no American soldiers at war in Ukraine. And I am determined to keep it that way," but said that the assistance Ukraine requires was "being blocked by those who want us to walk away from our leadership in the world." "It wasn’t that long ago when a Republican President, Ronald Reagan, thundered, 'Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall'. Now, my predecessor, a former Republican President, tells Putin, 'Do whatever the hell you want.' A former American President actually said that, bowing down to a Russian leader." Slamming Trump, he remarked, "It’s outrageous. It’s dangerous. It’s unacceptable." On Israel-Hamas war Talking about the crisis abroad, Biden said, "I know the last five months have been gut-wrenching for so many people, for the Israeli people, the Palestinian people, and so many here in America." He pledged that he would not rest until all the Hamas hostages were back home. Issuing a sharp directive to Israel's leaders, he told the warring nation to not hold up humanitarian aid to Palestinians for political purposes. "Israel also has a fundamental responsibility to protect innocent civilians in Gaza." Also read | Ukraine's first lady and Alexei Navalny's wife decline Jill Biden's invitation to State of the Union address "This war has taken a greater toll on innocent civilians than all previous wars in Gaza combined," he said. He also revealed that he would be directing the US military "to lead an emergency mission to establish a temporary pier in the Mediterranean on the Gaza coast that can receive large ships carrying food, water, medicine and temporary shelters." However, he stressed that forces will not be deployed on the ground. "No US boots will be on the ground," he said. "This temporary pier would enable a massive increase in the amount of humanitarian assistance getting into Gaza every day. But Israel must also do its part," he added. "Israel must allow more aid into Gaza and ensure that humanitarian workers aren’t caught in the crossfire." He warned Israel's leadership that "humanitarian assistance cannot be a secondary consideration or a bargaining chip." On Roe V. Wade Biden made abortion rights a major focus of his State of the Union address, vowing to reinstate Roe versus Wade if given a Congress "that supports the right to choose." Drawing a contrast with his "predecessor," he said, "My predecessor came to office determined to see Roe v. Wade overturned. He’s the reason it was overturned. In fact, he brags about it. Look at the chaos that has resulted." He did not mention Trump by name. Watch | Biden's address 2024: Biden warns Putin that he will not bow down in his state address "My God, what freedoms will you take away next? In its decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, the Supreme Court majority wrote the following, and with all due respect Justices, 'Women are not without—electoral or political power.' Excuse me, electoral or political power. You're about to realise how right we are about that.” Biden emphasised his support of abortion rights and pledged to make them the law of the land if elected. Republican response to Biden's State of the Union US Senator Katie Britt of Alabama delivered the Republicans' formal response to President Joe Biden's State of the Union speech. She criticised Biden on issues like immigration and the state of the US economy as she delivered the GOP’s rebuttal to the State of the Union address. "There is no doubt we’re at a crossroads and it doesn't have to be this way," said Britt, adding, "We all feel it. But here’s the good news: we the People are still in the driver’s seat. We get to decide whether our future will grow brighter, or whether we settle for an America in decline. Well, I know which choice our children deserve – and the choice the Republican Party is fighting for."

Trump, Gaza war, Putin, and more: Key takeaways from Joe Biden's State of the Union address 2024

Chinese President Xi Jinping gave the order to his forces on Thursday during a recent parliament meeting to prepare for conflicts in the East and South China Seas as Beijing continues to assert its economic and political dominance over other nations.

Xi calls for coordination of military, preparation for conflicts at sea

Ex-Mossad head Tamir Pardo talks to WION about Gaza war completing 5 months. Says unfortunately Israel doesn't have a strategy and he awaits one which can bring the war close to an end.

Former Mossad head claims that "unfortunately" Israel doesn't have a strategy

President Joe Biden announced during his State of the Union speech on Thursday that the US military will build a temporary port on Gaza's Mediterranean coast to facilitate the delivery of humanitarian supplies by sea. The stationing of American soldiers in Gaza was not part of the initial planning for the operation, which was focused on the island of Cyprus.

Israel war: US military will build a temporary port on Gaza's Mediterranean coast to deliver aid

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