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<p>As the spectre&nbsp;of a potential return of former president Donald Trump to the White House looms, countries worldwide are delicately recalibrating their diplomatic strategies. The repercussions of Trump's unexpected 2016 victory left an indelible mark on international relations, prompting a proactive approach from global leaders to navigate the uncertainties that a Trump 2.0 presidency might bring.</p>

<h2><strong>Estonia's strategic outreach: Balancing diplomacy</strong></h2>

<p>Estonia's Prime Minister, Kaja Kallas, has exemplified&nbsp;the global trend of strategic engagement. During her November visit to Washington, Kallas not only engaged with White House officials but also sought conversations with key allies of Donald Trump, reported Bloomberg.</p>

<p>The outreach extends beyond the political hub of Washington, as demonstrated by Estonia's foreign minister, Margus Tsahkna, expressing gratitude to Lockheed Martin Corp. workers in Arkansas, acknowledging their role in Estonia's security. Such initiatives aim to preemptively address concerns and garner support from diverse segments of American society.</p>

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<h2><strong>Global fears and hopes</strong></h2>

<p>World leaders, scarred by the unpredictable outcomes of the 2016 election, are treading carefully, expressing both fears and hopes about the potential impact of a Trump resurgence.</p>

<p>European allies, once taken aback by Trump's America First rhetoric and threats to NATO, are cautious in their discussions. Some European Union leaders are avoiding&nbsp;openly acknowledging the prospect of Trump's return, fearing that mere mention could influence the political landscape.</p>

<p>European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde has publicly labelled it a "threat," stressing the need to learn from the lessons of Trump's first term.</p>

<h2><strong>Asia's mixed sentiments</strong></h2>

<p>In Asia, the dynamics are mixed.</p>

<p>India, having enjoyed a personal rapport between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Trump, leans towards a preference for the previous administration.</p>

<p>Modi's government, in particular, favoured Trump's approach over Biden's, especially concerning human rights. However, the concern is not uniform, and nations in the Global South are discerning potential opportunities in Trump's transactional approach.</p>

<h2><strong>China's economic perspective</strong></h2>

<p>China, a focal point of Trump's trade policies, assesses the economic implications of a potential return.</p>

<p>The continuation of tariffs imposed during Trump's presidency could modestly benefit China. However, broader global repercussions, particularly on the United States, Canada, and Mexico, are acknowledged. The delicate balance between economic interests and geopolitical tensions characterises China's approach.</p>

<h2><strong>Global South's perspective</strong></h2>

<p>Nations in the Global South see opportunities amid the uncertainty. Brazil, assuming the G-20 presidency, fears potential disruptions to its climate action and poverty reduction plans with a resurgent Trump.</p>

<p>On the other hand, some nations in the Gulf region anticipate alignment with Trump's transactional approach, viewing it as a pragmatic fit for their policies.</p>

<h2><strong>Russia's cautious optimism</strong></h2>

<p>Russia, initially optimistic about Trump's election in 2016, is approaching&nbsp;the potential return with caution.</p>

<p>While there is an anticipation of better relations with a re-elected Trump, disappointment over unmet expectations during his first term tempers expectations.</p>

<p>The Kremlin's cautious optimism underscores the complexity of managing relationships with a volatile global actor.</p>

<p>The European Union, scarred by tit-for-tat sanctions with the Trump administration, aims to "Trump-proof" agreements. Senior EU diplomats, mindful of dependencies in energy and raw materials, recognise the need to address vulnerabilities.</p>

<p>Defence strategies, energy partnerships, and raw material dependencies are critical considerations as Europe prepares for potential shifts in global dynamics.</p>

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<h2><strong>Defence concerns in Europe</strong></h2>

<p>Europe, particularly concerned about potential impacts on Russian relations, the Ukraine conflict, and the future of NATO, is actively engaging with Trump's representatives.</p>

<p>Defence and security discussions are paramount, with European nations taking precautionary measures and reaching out to influential voices close to the former president. Personal ties are seen as crucial in balancing national interests with diplomatic strategies.</p>

<p>The importance of personal relationships in global diplomacy is evident as leaders seek to balance personal rapport with national interests.</p>

<p>The delicate dance involves engaging with ex-officials, think tanks, and influential figures connected to Trump. Strategies range from massaging egos to preemptively addressing potential concerns, as nations strive to understand the foreign policy trajectory under a potential Trump administration.</p>

<p>As global leaders prepare for a range of scenarios, from reassessing trade dynamics to recalibrating defence strategies, the diplomatic community is actively adapting strategies. The sheer unpredictability of Trump's foreign policy poses challenges for all governments.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


As the spectre of a potential return of former president Donald Trump to the White House looms, countries worldwide are delicately recalibrating their diplomatic strategies.

As the spectre of a potential return of former president Donald Trump to the White House looms, countries worldwide are delicately recalibrating their diplomatic strategies. The repercussions of Trump's unexpected 2016 victory left an indelible mark on international relations, prompting a proactive approach from global leaders to navigate the uncertainties that a Trump 2.0 presidency might bring. Estonia's strategic outreach: Balancing diplomacy Estonia's Prime Minister, Kaja Kallas, has exemplified the global trend of strategic engagement. During her November visit to Washington, Kallas not only engaged with White House officials but also sought conversations with key allies of Donald Trump, reported Bloomberg. The outreach extends beyond the political hub of Washington, as demonstrated by Estonia's foreign minister, Margus Tsahkna, expressing gratitude to Lockheed Martin Corp. workers in Arkansas, acknowledging their role in Estonia's security. Such initiatives aim to preemptively address concerns and garner support from diverse segments of American society. Also read | Vivek Ramaswamy drops out of 2024 race after Iowa caucuses, endorses Trump for US president Global fears and hopes World leaders, scarred by the unpredictable outcomes of the 2016 election, are treading carefully, expressing both fears and hopes about the potential impact of a Trump resurgence. European allies, once taken aback by Trump's America First rhetoric and threats to NATO, are cautious in their discussions. Some European Union leaders are avoiding openly acknowledging the prospect of Trump's return, fearing that mere mention could influence the political landscape. European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde has publicly labelled it a "threat," stressing the need to learn from the lessons of Trump's first term. Asia's mixed sentiments In Asia, the dynamics are mixed. India, having enjoyed a personal rapport between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Trump, leans towards a preference for the previous administration. Modi's government, in particular, favoured Trump's approach over Biden's, especially concerning human rights. However, the concern is not uniform, and nations in the Global South are discerning potential opportunities in Trump's transactional approach. China's economic perspective China, a focal point of Trump's trade policies, assesses the economic implications of a potential return. The continuation of tariffs imposed during Trump's presidency could modestly benefit China. However, broader global repercussions, particularly on the United States, Canada, and Mexico, are acknowledged. The delicate balance between economic interests and geopolitical tensions characterises China's approach. Global South's perspective Nations in the Global South see opportunities amid the uncertainty. Brazil, assuming the G-20 presidency, fears potential disruptions to its climate action and poverty reduction plans with a resurgent Trump. On the other hand, some nations in the Gulf region anticipate alignment with Trump's transactional approach, viewing it as a pragmatic fit for their policies. Russia's cautious optimism Russia, initially optimistic about Trump's election in 2016, is approaching the potential return with caution. While there is an anticipation of better relations with a re-elected Trump, disappointment over unmet expectations during his first term tempers expectations. The Kremlin's cautious optimism underscores the complexity of managing relationships with a volatile global actor. The European Union, scarred by tit-for-tat sanctions with the Trump administration, aims to "Trump-proof" agreements. Senior EU diplomats, mindful of dependencies in energy and raw materials, recognise the need to address vulnerabilities. Defence strategies, energy partnerships, and raw material dependencies are critical considerations as Europe prepares for potential shifts in global dynamics. Also watch | US: Trump projected to win Iowa caucuses in bid for 2024 Presidential nomination Defence concerns in Europe Europe, particularly concerned about potential impacts on Russian relations, the Ukraine conflict, and the future of NATO, is actively engaging with Trump's representatives. Defence and security discussions are paramount, with European nations taking precautionary measures and reaching out to influential voices close to the former president. Personal ties are seen as crucial in balancing national interests with diplomatic strategies. The importance of personal relationships in global diplomacy is evident as leaders seek to balance personal rapport with national interests. The delicate dance involves engaging with ex-officials, think tanks, and influential figures connected to Trump. Strategies range from massaging egos to preemptively addressing potential concerns, as nations strive to understand the foreign policy trajectory under a potential Trump administration. As global leaders prepare for a range of scenarios, from reassessing trade dynamics to recalibrating defence strategies, the diplomatic community is actively adapting strategies. The sheer unpredictability of Trump's foreign policy poses challenges for all governments. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Forty-three prisoners remain at large after escaping a prison in northern Ecuador, the SNAI prisons agency said on Monday, as security forces continued operations throughout the country.</p>

<p>President Daniel Noboa declared a 60-day state of emergency last week, including a nighttime curfew, and designated 22 criminal groups as terrorists.</p>

<p>The recent explosion of violence - including the storming by gunmen of a live TV news broadcast, explosions in several cities and the kidnapping of police officers - appears to be a response to Noboa's plans to address Ecuador's serious security crisis.</p>

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<p>Police and military personnel are present in jails throughout Ecuador after some 200 kidnapped guards and administrative officials were freed from at least seven prisons over the weekend.</p>

<p>The inmates escaped a jail in Esmeraldas, a city close to the border with Colombia, SNAI said in a statement on Monday, after some 2,000 members of Ecuador's security forces conducted a search operation in the prison on Sunday.</p>

<p>"As a result of this inspection, the escape of 48 people inmates was discovered," the statement added, noting that five prisoners were recaptured.</p>

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<p>Security forces also learned that one prisoner had died in the prison, SNAI said, without giving further details.</p>

<p>Since the state of emergency was declared, security forces have detained more than 1,500 people and have carried out 41 operations against terrorist groups, according to the government.</p>

<p>Operations will continue throughout Ecuador this week, the government said in a separate statement.</p>

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<p>"The stated objective is clear: to be implacable with those who have terrorised and abused citizens," the government said.</p>

<p>Noboa, elected last year on pledges to restore security, has promised to keep gang leaders imprisoned in new high-security prisons, among other measures.</p>


Forty-three prisoners remain at large after escaping a prison in northern Ecuador, the SNAI prisons agency said on Monday, as security forces continued operations throughout the country.

Forty-three prisoners remain at large after escaping a prison in northern Ecuador, the SNAI prisons agency said on Monday, as security forces continued operations throughout the country. President Daniel Noboa declared a 60-day state of emergency last week, including a nighttime curfew, and designated 22 criminal groups as terrorists. The recent explosion of violence - including the storming by gunmen of a live TV news broadcast, explosions in several cities and the kidnapping of police officers - appears to be a response to Noboa's plans to address Ecuador's serious security crisis. WATCH | Ecuador: State of emergency declared after most wanted criminal escapes prison Police and military personnel are present in jails throughout Ecuador after some 200 kidnapped guards and administrative officials were freed from at least seven prisons over the weekend. The inmates escaped a jail in Esmeraldas, a city close to the border with Colombia, SNAI said in a statement on Monday, after some 2,000 members of Ecuador's security forces conducted a search operation in the prison on Sunday. "As a result of this inspection, the escape of 48 people inmates was discovered," the statement added, noting that five prisoners were recaptured. ALSO READ | Ecuador violence: 178 hostage prison workers freed, officials claim Security forces also learned that one prisoner had died in the prison, SNAI said, without giving further details. Since the state of emergency was declared, security forces have detained more than 1,500 people and have carried out 41 operations against terrorist groups, according to the government. Operations will continue throughout Ecuador this week, the government said in a separate statement. ALSO READ | Explained | Who is Daniel Noboa? Ecuador's youngest president-elect is heir to banana empire "The stated objective is clear: to be implacable with those who have terrorised and abused citizens," the government said. Noboa, elected last year on pledges to restore security, has promised to keep gang leaders imprisoned in new high-security prisons, among other measures.

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<p>If a report doing the rounds on a database of pre-peer reviewed journal articles is to be believed, China has been experimenting with a new deadly Covid-like virus which is 100 per cent fatal to mice and could affect humans.</p>

<p>The paper published on bioRxiv website on January 3 claimed that doctors trained by the Chinese military made their version of the so-called "pangolin coronavirus" and gave it to a group of mice to see what would happen.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Four mice inoculated with inactivated virus and four mock-infected mice were used as controls. Surprisingly, all the mice that were infected with the live virus succumbed to the infection within 7-8 days post-inoculation," the paper said.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Deaths linked to brain infection</strong></h2>

<p>Experts found that the four mice given the virus lost weight within five days after being infected. On the seventh day, the mice started to become sluggish and their eyes went white.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"In the mice infected with live virus, the viral load in the lungs significantly decreased by day 6; both the viral RNA loads and viral titers in the brain samples were relatively low on day 3, but substantially increased by day 6. This finding suggested that severe brain infection during the later stages of infection may be the key cause of death in these mice," the paper further said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Researchers said that the cause of death may be linked to the occurrence of late brain infection.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also watch:&nbsp;EU repeats vaccination call after COVID-19 surge</strong></p>

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<p>The virus had not only spread to the mice's bodies but also reached critical organs such as the brain, eyes, and lungs.</p>

<p>"To the best of our knowledge, this is the first report showing that a SARS-CoV-2-related pangolin coronavirus can cause 100% mortality in hACE2 mice, suggesting a risk for GX_P2V to spill over into humans," the researchers added.</p>

<h2><strong>China warns of potential resurgence of Covid</strong></h2>

<p>Chinese authorities on Sunday warned of a <strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-warns-of-potential-resurgence-of-covid-driven-by-jn1-subvariant-680083">potential resurgence of Covid </a></strong>this month driven by the JN.1 subvariant. The National Health Commission (NHC) highlighted the increasing presence of JN.1 and said that multiple respiratory diseases were likely to spread this winter and next spring.</p>

<p>"Influenza viruses are expected to remain the dominant pathogen," Wang Dayan, head of the Chinese National Influenza Center, told reporters.</p>

<p>He attributed the JN.1's rise to several factors including imported cases, lower influenza rates and declining population immunity.<br />
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<em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


If a report doing the rounds on a database of pre-peer reviewed journal articles is to be believed, China has been experimenting with a new deadly Covid-like virus which is 100 per cent fatal to mice and could affect humans.

If a report doing the rounds on a database of pre-peer reviewed journal articles is to be believed, China has been experimenting with a new deadly Covid-like virus which is 100 per cent fatal to mice and could affect humans. The paper published on bioRxiv website on January 3 claimed that doctors trained by the Chinese military made their version of the so-called "pangolin coronavirus" and gave it to a group of mice to see what would happen. "Four mice inoculated with inactivated virus and four mock-infected mice were used as controls. Surprisingly, all the mice that were infected with the live virus succumbed to the infection within 7-8 days post-inoculation," the paper said. Deaths linked to brain infection Experts found that the four mice given the virus lost weight within five days after being infected. On the seventh day, the mice started to become sluggish and their eyes went white. Also read | COVID-19 during holidays: WHO says nearly 10,000 died due to cases fueled by new variant "In the mice infected with live virus, the viral load in the lungs significantly decreased by day 6; both the viral RNA loads and viral titers in the brain samples were relatively low on day 3, but substantially increased by day 6. This finding suggested that severe brain infection during the later stages of infection may be the key cause of death in these mice," the paper further said. Researchers said that the cause of death may be linked to the occurrence of late brain infection. Also watch: EU repeats vaccination call after COVID-19 surge × The virus had not only spread to the mice's bodies but also reached critical organs such as the brain, eyes, and lungs. "To the best of our knowledge, this is the first report showing that a SARS-CoV-2-related pangolin coronavirus can cause 100% mortality in hACE2 mice, suggesting a risk for GX_P2V to spill over into humans," the researchers added. China warns of potential resurgence of Covid Chinese authorities on Sunday warned of a potential resurgence of Covid this month driven by the JN.1 subvariant. The National Health Commission (NHC) highlighted the increasing presence of JN.1 and said that multiple respiratory diseases were likely to spread this winter and next spring. "Influenza viruses are expected to remain the dominant pathogen," Wang Dayan, head of the Chinese National Influenza Center, told reporters. He attributed the JN.1's rise to several factors including imported cases, lower influenza rates and declining population immunity. (With inputs from agencies)

China experimenting with deadly Covid-like virus that could affect humans: Report

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<p><meta name="uuid" content="uuidL3HB3uAKKDoI" /><meta charset="utf-8" />Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said on Monday (Jan 15) that there had been times when he felt the urge to punch his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in the face in talks during the early stages of Russia's invasion in Feb 2022. In an interview with a Ukrainian blogger, Foreign Minister Kuleba was asked about his most difficult set of negotiations (in the war).&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kuleba said the most difficult talks were those "in which you feel simply that you want to go and punch your opposite number in the nose, but you really can't do that."</p>

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<p>"And I can say that this occurred two or three times. One occasion was with Lavrov in (the Turkish resort of) Antalya in the spring of 2022," he added. Several rounds of negotiations have been held between Russian and Ukrainian officials since the conflict started - first near Ukraine's border with Belarus and then in Turkey.</p>

<p>Kuleba told the blogger on Monday that talks in Turkey had been difficult and dealt with a ceasefire and arranging humanitarian corridors. No agreement was reached in these talks and there have been no negotiations since.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>'An incompetence of Ukrainian leadership'</strong></h2>

<p>Reacting to the Ukrainian foreign minister's latest remarks, the Russian foreign ministry said that Kuleba's remarks on Lavrov underscored the incompetence of Kyiv's leadership.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Speaking to the Izvestia newspaper, Russian foreign ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said, "And that is the problem: uneducated, aggressive people were recruited under the guise of serving as ministers to ruin Ukraine for American money."</p>

<p>"Perhaps he belongs in a no-holds-barred bout rather than the foreign ministry?" Zakharova added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also watch:&nbsp;Putin vows to support soldiers fighting in Ukraine while wives mobilise protest near Kremlin</strong></p>

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<p>Last month, Sergei Lavrov reiterated Moscow's complaint that Ukraine was unwilling to hold peace talks to end the conflict, which will soon complete two years. "I must note an absence of any will for peace on the part of the regime of (Ukrainian President) Zelensky," Lavrov told Tass.</p>

<p>The Russian foreign minister said that Zelensky's representatives think only in categories of war and resort to totally aggressive rhetoric. "There is no consideration of holding peace talks ... Draw your own conclusions," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Volodymyr Zelensky has ruled out talks with Russia until it withdraws from territories it has occupied since its invasion.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said on Monday (Jan 15) that there had been times when he felt the urge to punch his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in the face in talks during the early stages of Russia's invasion in Feb 2022.

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba said on Monday (Jan 15) that there had been times when he felt the urge to punch his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in the face in talks during the early stages of Russia's invasion in Feb 2022. In an interview with a Ukrainian blogger, Foreign Minister Kuleba was asked about his most difficult set of negotiations (in the war). Kuleba said the most difficult talks were those "in which you feel simply that you want to go and punch your opposite number in the nose, but you really can't do that." Also read: Ukraine claims to have destroyed Russian spy plane and command aircraft "And I can say that this occurred two or three times. One occasion was with Lavrov in (the Turkish resort of) Antalya in the spring of 2022," he added. Several rounds of negotiations have been held between Russian and Ukrainian officials since the conflict started - first near Ukraine's border with Belarus and then in Turkey. Kuleba told the blogger on Monday that talks in Turkey had been difficult and dealt with a ceasefire and arranging humanitarian corridors. No agreement was reached in these talks and there have been no negotiations since. 'An incompetence of Ukrainian leadership' Reacting to the Ukrainian foreign minister's latest remarks, the Russian foreign ministry said that Kuleba's remarks on Lavrov underscored the incompetence of Kyiv's leadership. Speaking to the Izvestia newspaper, Russian foreign ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova said, "And that is the problem: uneducated, aggressive people were recruited under the guise of serving as ministers to ruin Ukraine for American money." "Perhaps he belongs in a no-holds-barred bout rather than the foreign ministry?" Zakharova added. Also watch: Putin vows to support soldiers fighting in Ukraine while wives mobilise protest near Kremlin × Last month, Sergei Lavrov reiterated Moscow's complaint that Ukraine was unwilling to hold peace talks to end the conflict, which will soon complete two years. "I must note an absence of any will for peace on the part of the regime of (Ukrainian President) Zelensky," Lavrov told Tass. The Russian foreign minister said that Zelensky's representatives think only in categories of war and resort to totally aggressive rhetoric. "There is no consideration of holding peace talks ... Draw your own conclusions," he said. Volodymyr Zelensky has ruled out talks with Russia until it withdraws from territories it has occupied since its invasion. (With inputs from agencies)

Felt the urge to punch Russia’s Lavrov in the face: Ukraine foreign minister

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<p>More than three million British citizens living abroad will regain their right to vote in all elections across the United Kingdom starting Tuesday (Jan 16), marking the end of an arbitrary 15-year limit on voting rights.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>‘Voting is a basic right’</strong></h2>

<p>The end to the so-called 15-year limit also brings an end to an almost 20-year court battle by the late Harry Shindler, who challenged the rule in the high court in 2016.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Voting is a basic citizenship right regardless of where someone lives,” said co-chair Jane Golding of the campaign group British in Europe.&nbsp;</p>

<p>She added, “This is a historic change to the UK franchise after years of campaigning by ourselves and others, particularly long-term campaigner Harry Shindler, who sadly died before he could use his hard-won vote.”</p>

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<p>The scrapping of the limit also marks the biggest increase in the British electoral franchise since the introduction of full female suffrage in 1928.</p>

<p>The end of the 15-year rule following the implementation of the Elections Act 2022 last month, is a relief to those who had been repeatedly let down by several UK governments in the last two decades.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The law allows British citizens worldwide to register to vote online regardless of how long they have been overseas.</p>

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<p>The registration will be linked to the addresses in the UK they were either registered to vote at or lived at, enabling them to remain on the electoral roll for up to three years. The electors can also apply online for either a postal or proxy vote after the registration.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the government estimates, Tuesday’s change in law could enfranchise around 3.5 million people across the world. The move was also introduced in time for the next general election, the date of which has yet to be decided by the UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>‘Votes for Life’ campaign</strong></h2>

<p>The change in the election law also comes after years of campaigning by various advocates, including the long-running “Votes for Life” campaign led by an overseas arm of the Conservatives. It has also been a long-standing Conservative Manifesto commitment.</p>

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<p>“From today, millions of British nationals across the world can exercise their right to vote in future general elections and have their say in the way their country should be governed,” said Secretary of State for the Department for Levelling up, Housing and Communities, Michael Gove, in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He added, “The Conservatives have once again shown that we are the party for democracy and protecting an individual’s right to vote.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>The enactment also comes despite several attempts to thwart the plans by the opposition Labour Party which introduced the 15-year rule in 2001 and another party Liberal Democrats who opposed changing the rule during the 2010-2015 coalition.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em><br />
&nbsp;</p>


More than three million British citizens living abroad will regain their right to vote in all elections across the United Kingdom starting Tuesday (Jan 16), marking the end of an arbitrary 15-year limit on voting rights.

More than three million British citizens living abroad will regain their right to vote in all elections across the United Kingdom starting Tuesday (Jan 16), marking the end of an arbitrary 15-year limit on voting rights. ‘Voting is a basic right’ The end to the so-called 15-year limit also brings an end to an almost 20-year court battle by the late Harry Shindler, who challenged the rule in the high court in 2016. “Voting is a basic citizenship right regardless of where someone lives,” said co-chair Jane Golding of the campaign group British in Europe. She added, “This is a historic change to the UK franchise after years of campaigning by ourselves and others, particularly long-term campaigner Harry Shindler, who sadly died before he could use his hard-won vote.” WATCH | UK General Elections: Rishi Sunak calls for elections in 2024 The scrapping of the limit also marks the biggest increase in the British electoral franchise since the introduction of full female suffrage in 1928. The end of the 15-year rule following the implementation of the Elections Act 2022 last month, is a relief to those who had been repeatedly let down by several UK governments in the last two decades. The law allows British citizens worldwide to register to vote online regardless of how long they have been overseas. ALSO READ | UK PM Rishi Sunak, 15 other ministers at risk of losing 2024 general elections: Report The registration will be linked to the addresses in the UK they were either registered to vote at or lived at, enabling them to remain on the electoral roll for up to three years. The electors can also apply online for either a postal or proxy vote after the registration. According to the government estimates, Tuesday’s change in law could enfranchise around 3.5 million people across the world. The move was also introduced in time for the next general election, the date of which has yet to be decided by the UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. ‘Votes for Life’ campaign The change in the election law also comes after years of campaigning by various advocates, including the long-running “Votes for Life” campaign led by an overseas arm of the Conservatives. It has also been a long-standing Conservative Manifesto commitment. ALSO READ | Britain likely go to polls in last six months of 2024, Rishi Sunak indicates “From today, millions of British nationals across the world can exercise their right to vote in future general elections and have their say in the way their country should be governed,” said Secretary of State for the Department for Levelling up, Housing and Communities, Michael Gove, in a statement. He added, “The Conservatives have once again shown that we are the party for democracy and protecting an individual’s right to vote.” The enactment also comes despite several attempts to thwart the plans by the opposition Labour Party which introduced the 15-year rule in 2001 and another party Liberal Democrats who opposed changing the rule during the 2010-2015 coalition. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p><meta name="uuid" content="uuidL3HB3uAKKDoI" /><meta charset="utf-8" />The World Economic Forum (WEF) 2024 began on Monday (Jan 15) in Davos, Switzerland. World leaders at the forum are set to discuss Disease X - a mysterious name for an illness caused by a currently unknown, yet serious microbial threat. A panel of the World Health Organization (WHO) will join other health officials to discuss the health threat at the WEF on Wednesday, a report by Forbes said.</p>

<p>The mention of this illness has sparked a massive war of words on social media, with some users slamming the plans surrounding the hypothetical situation.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>What is Disease X?</strong></h2>

<p>It is an illness caused by a currently unknown, yet serious microbial threat. The WHO added Disease X in 2017 to a list of pathogens deemed a top priority for research alongside Ebola and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/disease-x-likely-to-prove-20-times-deadlier-compared-to-covid-19-hints-expert-639469">'Disease X' likely to prove 20 times deadlier compared to COVID-19, hints expert</a></strong></p>

<p>Covid is an example of Disease X. According to a report by Bloomberg on Monday, the vast reservoir of viruses circulating in wildlife is seen as a likely source of more such diseases due to their potential to spill over and infect other species, including humans.</p>

<h2><strong>The significance of Disease X</strong></h2>

<p>The WHO has said that the reason to study Disease X is to enable cross-cutting R&amp;D (research and development) preparedness that is also relevant for an unknown disease. The global humanitarian crisis sparked by Ebola, Covid, and other diseases has been a wake-up call.</p>

<p>The Ebola epidemic killed thousands of people globally. Bloomberg reported that despite decades of research, there were no products ready to deploy in time to save these lives.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In response, the WHO created an R&amp;D Blueprint to accelerate the development of a range of tools for “priority diseases".</p>

<h2><strong>Which are the priority pathogens right now?</strong></h2>

<p>The current list of priority diseases by the WHO includes - Covid, Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever, Ebola virus disease and Marburg virus disease, Lassa fever, Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) and SARS, Nipah and henipaviral diseases, Rift Valley fever, Zika and Disease X.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The World Economic Forum (WEF) 2024 began on Monday (Jan 15) in Davos, Switzerland. World leaders at the forum are set to discuss Disease X - a mysterious name for an illness caused by a currently unknown, yet serious microbial threat.

The World Economic Forum (WEF) 2024 began on Monday (Jan 15) in Davos, Switzerland. World leaders at the forum are set to discuss Disease X - a mysterious name for an illness caused by a currently unknown, yet serious microbial threat. A panel of the World Health Organization (WHO) will join other health officials to discuss the health threat at the WEF on Wednesday, a report by Forbes said. The mention of this illness has sparked a massive war of words on social media, with some users slamming the plans surrounding the hypothetical situation. What is Disease X? It is an illness caused by a currently unknown, yet serious microbial threat. The WHO added Disease X in 2017 to a list of pathogens deemed a top priority for research alongside Ebola and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS). Also read: 'Disease X' likely to prove 20 times deadlier compared to COVID-19, hints expert Covid is an example of Disease X. According to a report by Bloomberg on Monday, the vast reservoir of viruses circulating in wildlife is seen as a likely source of more such diseases due to their potential to spill over and infect other species, including humans. The significance of Disease X The WHO has said that the reason to study Disease X is to enable cross-cutting R&D (research and development) preparedness that is also relevant for an unknown disease. The global humanitarian crisis sparked by Ebola, Covid, and other diseases has been a wake-up call. The Ebola epidemic killed thousands of people globally. Bloomberg reported that despite decades of research, there were no products ready to deploy in time to save these lives. In response, the WHO created an R&D Blueprint to accelerate the development of a range of tools for “priority diseases". Which are the priority pathogens right now? The current list of priority diseases by the WHO includes - Covid, Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever, Ebola virus disease and Marburg virus disease, Lassa fever, Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) and SARS, Nipah and henipaviral diseases, Rift Valley fever, Zika and Disease X. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has called for the country’s constitution to be changed to ensure that South Korea is defined as “the most hostile state,” reported the state media outlet KCNA on Tuesday (Jan 16). This comes after North Korea abolished agencies that oversaw cooperation and reunification with the South.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>‘The most hostile state’</strong></h2>

<p>In a speech at the Supreme People’s Assembly – North Korea’s rubber-stamp parliament – the country’s leader made a number of remarks including a warning that he did not intend to avoid war should it happen.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;North Korea's Kim Jong calls for South to be seen as 'primary foe'</strong></p>

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<p>Kim, according to KCNA, called for the framing of new legal measures to define South Korea as “the most hostile state”.</p>

<p>Kim also sought constitutional changes allowing the North to “occupy” Seoul in war.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“In my opinion, we can specify in our constitution the issue of completely occupying, subjugating and reclaiming the ROK (Republic of Korea) and annex it as a part of the territory of our Republic in case a war breaks out on the Korean peninsula,” said the North Korean leader.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>He also went on to threaten South Korea with war if “even 0.001 mm” of the North’s territory is violated. “If the Republic of Korea violates even 0.001 mm of our territorial land, air and waters, it will be considered a war provocation.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>“We don’t want war but we have no intention of avoiding it,” said Kim as quoted by KCNA.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>‘Primary foe’</strong></h2>

<p>The strongly-worded speech came after Pyongyang abolished agencies that oversaw cooperation and reunification indicating that it was no longer interested in seeking reconciliation with South Korea.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the state media, three organisations dealing with unification and inter-Korean tourism would also be shut down.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kim said that he had concluded that unification with the South was no longer possible and accused South Korea of seeking the collapse of his regime and unification by absorption.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also said Pyongyang would not recognise the two countries’ de facto maritime border, the Northern Limit Line (NLL), reported KCNA.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In what could be seen as a symbolic move, Kim has vowed to get rid of the massive monument to the possible reunification of the Korean Peninsula that his father constructed in Pyongyang after calling it an “eyesore”.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Kim, the constitution should be amended to educate North Koreans that South Korea is a “primary foe and invariable principal enemy”.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Cho Han-bum, a researcher at the Korea Institute for National Unification told AFP that the North Korean system has long been grounded on the idea of reunification, an unachieved wish of the country’s founding leader and Kim’s grandfather Kim II Sung.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“Now he is denying everything that his predecessors have done,” said Cho.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>South Korea to not back down</h2>

<p>Following threats by Kim, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol told his cabinet on Tuesday (Jan 16) that should North Korea carry out a provocation, Seoul would hit back with a response “multiple times stronger”.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“If North Korea carries out a provocation, we will retaliate multiple times stronger,” said Yoon, in a meeting broadcast on television, pointing to their military’s “overwhelming response capabilities.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also went on to call Kim’s rejection of the NLL “a political provocative act to crack South Korea and make our people nervous.”</p>

<p>Earlier this month, North Korea fired around 200 artillery rounds near the disputed maritime border.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has called for the country’s constitution to be changed to ensure that South Korea is defined as “the most hostile state,” reported the state media outlet KCNA on Tuesday (Jan 16).

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has called for the country’s constitution to be changed to ensure that South Korea is defined as “the most hostile state,” reported the state media outlet KCNA on Tuesday (Jan 16). This comes after North Korea abolished agencies that oversaw cooperation and reunification with the South. ‘The most hostile state’ In a speech at the Supreme People’s Assembly – North Korea’s rubber-stamp parliament – the country’s leader made a number of remarks including a warning that he did not intend to avoid war should it happen. WATCH | North Korea's Kim Jong calls for South to be seen as 'primary foe' Kim, according to KCNA, called for the framing of new legal measures to define South Korea as “the most hostile state”. Kim also sought constitutional changes allowing the North to “occupy” Seoul in war. “In my opinion, we can specify in our constitution the issue of completely occupying, subjugating and reclaiming the ROK (Republic of Korea) and annex it as a part of the territory of our Republic in case a war breaks out on the Korean peninsula,” said the North Korean leader. ALSO READ | North Korean leader Kim brands Seoul ‘principal enemy’ during weapons factory tour He also went on to threaten South Korea with war if “even 0.001 mm” of the North’s territory is violated. “If the Republic of Korea violates even 0.001 mm of our territorial land, air and waters, it will be considered a war provocation.” “We don’t want war but we have no intention of avoiding it,” said Kim as quoted by KCNA. ‘Primary foe’ The strongly-worded speech came after Pyongyang abolished agencies that oversaw cooperation and reunification indicating that it was no longer interested in seeking reconciliation with South Korea. According to the state media, three organisations dealing with unification and inter-Korean tourism would also be shut down. Kim said that he had concluded that unification with the South was no longer possible and accused South Korea of seeking the collapse of his regime and unification by absorption. He also said Pyongyang would not recognise the two countries’ de facto maritime border, the Northern Limit Line (NLL), reported KCNA. In what could be seen as a symbolic move, Kim has vowed to get rid of the massive monument to the possible reunification of the Korean Peninsula that his father constructed in Pyongyang after calling it an “eyesore”. According to Kim, the constitution should be amended to educate North Koreans that South Korea is a “primary foe and invariable principal enemy”. ALSO READ | North Korea to welcome Russian tourists for first time since harsh Covid restrictions Cho Han-bum, a researcher at the Korea Institute for National Unification told AFP that the North Korean system has long been grounded on the idea of reunification, an unachieved wish of the country’s founding leader and Kim’s grandfather Kim II Sung. “Now he is denying everything that his predecessors have done,” said Cho. South Korea to not back down Following threats by Kim, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol told his cabinet on Tuesday (Jan 16) that should North Korea carry out a provocation, Seoul would hit back with a response “multiple times stronger”. “If North Korea carries out a provocation, we will retaliate multiple times stronger,” said Yoon, in a meeting broadcast on television, pointing to their military’s “overwhelming response capabilities.” He also went on to call Kim’s rejection of the NLL “a political provocative act to crack South Korea and make our people nervous.” Earlier this month, North Korea fired around 200 artillery rounds near the disputed maritime border. (With inputs from agencies)

North Korea’s Kim calls for South Korea to be seen as ‘the most hostile state’, threatens war

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on Monday called for the constitution to be changed to ensure that South Korea is seen as the "primary foe" and warned his country did not intend to avoid war should it happen. North Korea should also plan for "Completely occupying, subjugating and reclaiming" South Korea in the event of a war, and South Koreans should also no longer be referred to as fellow countrymen, Kim added, calling for the severing of all inter-Korean communication.

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