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The family of Renee Nicole Good is pushing back against right-wing claims that the 37-year-old mother had a criminal past involving child abuse after she was fatally shot by an ICE agent last week. Relatives say the accusations circulating online are false and deeply harmful, insisting that Good was never arrested and was not a ‘domestic terrorist’, a label some Trump administration allies have attached to her following her death. “We are heartbroken and still grieving,” said Morgan Fletcher, Good’s former sister-in-law. “We see the supportive messages, but we also see the cruel lies tearing apart someone who meant everything to us. Renee did not have a criminal record.”&nbsp;Some Social media users started spreading a fabricated screenshot alleging Good had been arrested for child abuse, a claim amplified by far-right accounts. According to a report by The Daily Beast, official records indicate that Good’s only interaction with law enforcement involved a minor vehicle inspection issue. Multiple inconsistencies suggest the screenshot was fake. It listed Good as being 40 years old and accused her of crimes allegedly committed in 2022. At that time, she was married to Timmy Macklin Jr. and went by Nicole Renee Macklin. She later took the surname ‘Good’ after marrying her wife, Becca Good.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/japan-heads-for-snap-election-as-prime-minister-takaichi-sanae-moves-to-dissolve-lower-house-1768392959851">Japan heads for snap election as Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae moves to dissolve Lower House</a>&nbsp;Fletcher shared family photos, including images of Good with her late brother and their child, emphasizing that the online discourse overlooks the human cost of the tragedy.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/telangana-eyes-10-15-pay-cut-for-neglectful-staff-1768395976374/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/telangana-eyes-10-15-pay-cut-for-neglectful-staff-1768395976374/embed</a>&nbsp;“She was a real person with children and a wife who loved her,” Fletcher wrote on Facebook. “Regardless of your political views or opinions about ICE, remember there are kids who will grow up seeing these lies about their mother.”A GoFundMe created to support Good’s family, including her six-year-old son, has raised more than $1.5 million. Meanwhile, federal authorities have confirmed they are investigating whether Good had any ties to organized protest movements, though no evidence has been publicly disclosed.

'Renee did not have a criminal record': Nicole Good’s family breaks silence on false child abuse claims

The family of Renee Nicole Good is pushing back against right-wing claims that the 37-year-old mother had a criminal past involving child abuse after she was fatally shot by an ICE agent last week. Relatives say the accusations circulating online are false and deeply harmful, insisting that Good was never arrested and was not a ‘domestic terrorist’, a label some Trump administration allies have attached to her following her death. “We are heartbroken and still grieving,” said Morgan Fletcher, Good’s former sister-in-law. “We see the supportive messages, but we also see the cruel lies tearing apart someone who meant everything to us. Renee did not have a criminal record.” Some Social media users started spreading a fabricated screenshot alleging Good had been arrested for child abuse, a claim amplified by far-right accounts. According to a report by The Daily Beast, official records indicate that Good’s only interaction with law enforcement involved a minor vehicle inspection issue. Multiple inconsistencies suggest the screenshot was fake. It listed Good as being 40 years old and accused her of crimes allegedly committed in 2022. At that time, she was married to Timmy Macklin Jr. and went by Nicole Renee Macklin. She later took the surname ‘Good’ after marrying her wife, Becca Good. Also Read: Japan heads for snap election as Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae moves to dissolve Lower House Fletcher shared family photos, including images of Good with her late brother and their child, emphasizing that the online discourse overlooks the human cost of the tragedy. https://www.wionews.com/videos/telangana-eyes-10-15-pay-cut-for-neglectful-staff-1768395976374/embed “She was a real person with children and a wife who loved her,” Fletcher wrote on Facebook. “Regardless of your political views or opinions about ICE, remember there are kids who will grow up seeing these lies about their mother.” A GoFundMe created to support Good’s family, including her six-year-old son, has raised more than $1.5 million. Meanwhile, federal authorities have confirmed they are investigating whether Good had any ties to organized protest movements, though no evidence has been publicly disclosed.

Family members reject viral right-wing claims that Renee Good had a criminal past, calling the allegations false and harmful amid their grief

The UN children agency UNICEF has said that Israeli troops have killed more than 100 children since the October ceasefire in Gaza. The United Nations spokesperson James Elder said in a video-briefing from Gaza to Geneva. He noted that while armed violence has stopped, bombings, shootings via drones and quadcopters have continued. Among the 100 children killed, 60 were boys, and 40 were girls.&nbsp;“Survival remains conditional, whilst the bombings and the shootings have slowed, have reduced during the ceasefire, they have not stopped,” said James Elders. James further added that roughly a girl or a boy is killed here every day during a ceasefire; life in Gaza is suffocating. He said that these numbers are a minimal estimation based on the documented cases; the real numbers can be higher. Adding that there are hundreds more wounded.&nbsp;While the UN number remains lower, Gaza's health ministry recorded a total of 442 killings, among which 165 were children. Seven among them died because of hypothermia, due to Israel's blockade of Gaza and the unavailability of shelter material, in the harsh winter conditions.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-knesset-death-penalty-bill-palestinians-1768387966222">Israeli parliament advances bill legalising death penalty for Palestinians</a>“A ceasefire that slows the bombs is progress,” he said, “but one that still buries children is not enough.”Elder highlighted a condition where a nine-year-old boy, Abid al-Rahman, was collecting firewood in Khan Younis. A 6 mm-thick piece of explosive metal became lodged in his eye, causing him to lose sight. He said that what is labelled as “calm” in Gaza will be a crisis somewhere else. As bombing slowed down, children continued to be killed and maimed. Families are facing extreme hardships, such as a lack of essential food items like meat and milk. Children are not allowed essential evacuation, even if they need surgery to save their limb or eye. Elder said that Children “live in fear” and experience deep psychological trauma that remains untreated.&nbsp;Israel, on January 1, suspended 37 aid agencies from accessing the Gaza Strip. "Blocking international NGOs, blocking any humanitarian aid... that means blocking life-saving assistance," said Elder. The UN called the move “outrageous”. UNICEF has managed to increase the flow of aid within the densely populated strip since October, but Edler stressed, "You need partners on the ground, and it (the aid) still doesn't meet the need."&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

UNICEF says Israeli troops have killed more than 100 Palestinian children in Gaza since the October ceasefire, warning that bombings and drone attacks have continued despite reduced fighting.

The UN children agency UNICEF has said that Israeli troops have killed more than 100 children since the October ceasefire in Gaza. The United Nations spokesperson James Elder said in a video-briefing from Gaza to Geneva. He noted that while armed violence has stopped, bombings, shootings via drones and quadcopters have continued. Among the 100 children killed, 60 were boys, and 40 were girls. “Survival remains conditional, whilst the bombings and the shootings have slowed, have reduced during the ceasefire, they have not stopped,” said James Elders. James further added that roughly a girl or a boy is killed here every day during a ceasefire; life in Gaza is suffocating. He said that these numbers are a minimal estimation based on the documented cases; the real numbers can be higher. Adding that there are hundreds more wounded. While the UN number remains lower, Gaza's health ministry recorded a total of 442 killings, among which 165 were children. Seven among them died because of hypothermia, due to Israel's blockade of Gaza and the unavailability of shelter material, in the harsh winter conditions. Also Read: Israeli parliament advances bill legalising death penalty for Palestinians “A ceasefire that slows the bombs is progress,” he said, “but one that still buries children is not enough.” Elder highlighted a condition where a nine-year-old boy, Abid al-Rahman, was collecting firewood in Khan Younis. A 6 mm-thick piece of explosive metal became lodged in his eye, causing him to lose sight. He said that what is labelled as “calm” in Gaza will be a crisis somewhere else. As bombing slowed down, children continued to be killed and maimed. Families are facing extreme hardships, such as a lack of essential food items like meat and milk. Children are not allowed essential evacuation, even if they need surgery to save their limb or eye. Elder said that Children “live in fear” and experience deep psychological trauma that remains untreated. Israel, on January 1, suspended 37 aid agencies from accessing the Gaza Strip. "Blocking international NGOs, blocking any humanitarian aid... that means blocking life-saving assistance," said Elder. The UN called the move “outrageous”. UNICEF has managed to increase the flow of aid within the densely populated strip since October, but Edler stressed, "You need partners on the ground, and it (the aid) still doesn't meet the need."

UNICEF says Israeli troops have killed more than 100 Palestinian children in Gaza since the October ceasefire, warning that bombings and drone attacks have continued despite reduced fighting.

'Survival remains conditional': Over 100 Palestinian children killed since 'ceasefire' in Gaza

Large-scale protests were held in Kargil in support of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, even as anti-regime demonstrations continue across Iran. Hundreds of people gathered, raising slogans and waving Indian and Iranian flags to express solidarity with the Iranian leadership. Protesters also placed symbolic caskets bearing the names of former US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, condemning what they termed US and Israeli interference in the region. The demonstration remained peaceful, with adequate security arrangements in place and no untoward incidents reported.&nbsp;Meanwhile, following the Indian government’s advisory urging its citizens to leave Iran at the earliest, anxiety has grown among parents of students from Jammu and Kashmir studying in various parts of the country. Concerned for their children’s safety, many parents have appealed to the Government of India to ensure the evacuation of all students from Iran. &nbsp;&nbsp;“My son and daughter are in Iran, and I haven't been able to speak to them for almost a week. Recently, my daughter finally managed to connect with her sister, and they were able to talk. The situation in Iran is very bad, and the children need to come back. We are extremely anxious and distressed because they have been informed by the embassy that they will have to leave on their own. Students have been asked to travel back on their own, using whatever means are available. My daughter was told that there would be no further assistance from the Embassy and that they must manage everything themselves. With phone networks barely functioning and no internet access, it is almost impossible to send tickets or make arrangements. On humanitarian grounds, we appeal to the Ministry of External Affairs to bring our children back. Our country is capable of evacuating them, and this is our only request," said Suhail Qadri, a parent.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, some parents said the Indian embassies have advised students to leave Iran on their own at the earliest. They added that communication with their children is currently limited to sporadic phone connectivity, as internet services remain largely disrupted, making it difficult to send tickets or travel documents online. The parents have appealed to the Government of India to arrange evacuation through the Embassy and the Ministry of External Affairs, saying they are willing to bear the costs, if necessary, but require official assistance to facilitate safe travel.&nbsp;&nbsp;“My daughter is studying in Iran. I managed to speak to her shortly after the announcement, asking all Indian citizens to leave the country. She told me that they received a call from the embassy informing them that they would have to return at their own expense. Our only request to the Ministry of External Affairs is that, even if we have to pay for the tickets, the arrangements should be made by the authorities, as there is no way to transfer money or send tickets with internet services shut down. We urge the government to evacuate our children.” &nbsp;said Mohammad Yasin, a parent.&nbsp;Around 1,500 students from Jammu and Kashmir are currently studying in medical and other colleges across Iran.

Meanwhile, following the Indian government’s advisory urging its citizens to leave Iran at the earliest, anxiety has grown among parents of students from Jammu and Kashmir studying in various parts of the country. 

Large-scale protests were held in Kargil in support of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, even as anti-regime demonstrations continue across Iran. Hundreds of people gathered, raising slogans and waving Indian and Iranian flags to express solidarity with the Iranian leadership. Protesters also placed symbolic caskets bearing the names of former US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, condemning what they termed US and Israeli interference in the region. The demonstration remained peaceful, with adequate security arrangements in place and no untoward incidents reported. Meanwhile, following the Indian government’s advisory urging its citizens to leave Iran at the earliest, anxiety has grown among parents of students from Jammu and Kashmir studying in various parts of the country. Concerned for their children’s safety, many parents have appealed to the Government of India to ensure the evacuation of all students from Iran. “My son and daughter are in Iran, and I haven't been able to speak to them for almost a week. Recently, my daughter finally managed to connect with her sister, and they were able to talk. The situation in Iran is very bad, and the children need to come back. We are extremely anxious and distressed because they have been informed by the embassy that they will have to leave on their own. Students have been asked to travel back on their own, using whatever means are available. My daughter was told that there would be no further assistance from the Embassy and that they must manage everything themselves. With phone networks barely functioning and no internet access, it is almost impossible to send tickets or make arrangements. On humanitarian grounds, we appeal to the Ministry of External Affairs to bring our children back. Our country is capable of evacuating them, and this is our only request," said Suhail Qadri, a parent. However, some parents said the Indian embassies have advised students to leave Iran on their own at the earliest. They added that communication with their children is currently limited to sporadic phone connectivity, as internet services remain largely disrupted, making it difficult to send tickets or travel documents online. The parents have appealed to the Government of India to arrange evacuation through the Embassy and the Ministry of External Affairs, saying they are willing to bear the costs, if necessary, but require official assistance to facilitate safe travel. “My daughter is studying in Iran. I managed to speak to her shortly after the announcement, asking all Indian citizens to leave the country. She told me that they received a call from the embassy informing them that they would have to return at their own expense. Our only request to the Ministry of External Affairs is that, even if we have to pay for the tickets, the arrangements should be made by the authorities, as there is no way to transfer money or send tickets with internet services shut down. We urge the government to evacuate our children.” said Mohammad Yasin, a parent. Around 1,500 students from Jammu and Kashmir are currently studying in medical and other colleges across Iran.

Following the Indian government’s advisory urging its citizens to leave Iran at the earliest, anxiety has grown among parents of students from Jammu and Kashmir studying in various parts of the country.&nbsp;

Kargil protests back Iranian leader Khamenei, J&K parents plead for evacuation of students amid Iran crisis

Japan’s ruling coalition has confirmed that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi intends to dissolve the House of Representatives early during the upcoming Diet session, which begins next Friday. Senior officials from the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and its coalition partner, the Japan Innovation Party, met with Takaichi at the Prime Minister’s Office on Wednesday night. After the meeting, party executives revealed that the prime minister had made up her mind to call a snap general election.&nbsp;According to the officials, Takaichi plans to hold a press conference next Monday to formally announce the dissolution and outline her reasons for the decision. Takaichi assumed office last October after forming a coalition government with the Japan Innovation Party. Her administration maintains a narrow majority in the Lower House, bolstered by the recent addition of three independent lawmakers to the LDP bloc. However, the ruling coalition does not control the Upper House.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/anti-ice-protestor-shot-at-dragged-left-blind-after-6-hour-surgery-in-altercation-caught-on-video-watch-1768385800299">Anti-ICE protestor shot at, dragged, left blind after 6-hour surgery in altercation caught on video | Watch</a>&nbsp;The decision comes despite more than two years remaining in the Lower House’s current term. Within the LDP, some lawmakers have argued that passing the national budget before the start of the new fiscal year should take precedence. Others believe an early election is strategically sound while public support for Takaichi’s Cabinet remains strong.<h2>Oppn parties question timing, rationale behind the move</h2>Jun Azumi, Secretary-General of the Constitutional Democratic Party, questioned why budget deliberations would be interrupted, saying it is unacceptable for the prime minister to justify dissolution based solely on approval ratings.Yuichiro Tamaki, leader of the Democratic Party for the People, said economic policy should be the government’s top focus and added that his party plans to campaign on strengthening economic measures.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/air-india-crash-families-of-9-british-victims-sue-air-india-1768388735999/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/air-india-crash-families-of-9-british-victims-sue-air-india-1768388735999/embed</a>&nbsp;Komeito leader Tetsuo Saito also expressed concern, noting that dissolving the Lower House risks delaying passage of a budget critical to households and the broader economy.

Japan heads for snap election as Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae moves to dissolve Lower House

Japan’s ruling coalition has confirmed that Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi intends to dissolve the House of Representatives early during the upcoming Diet session, which begins next Friday. Senior officials from the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and its coalition partner, the Japan Innovation Party, met with Takaichi at the Prime Minister’s Office on Wednesday night. After the meeting, party executives revealed that the prime minister had made up her mind to call a snap general election. According to the officials, Takaichi plans to hold a press conference next Monday to formally announce the dissolution and outline her reasons for the decision. Takaichi assumed office last October after forming a coalition government with the Japan Innovation Party. Her administration maintains a narrow majority in the Lower House, bolstered by the recent addition of three independent lawmakers to the LDP bloc. However, the ruling coalition does not control the Upper House. Also Read: Anti-ICE protestor shot at, dragged, left blind after 6-hour surgery in altercation caught on video | Watch The decision comes despite more than two years remaining in the Lower House’s current term. Within the LDP, some lawmakers have argued that passing the national budget before the start of the new fiscal year should take precedence. Others believe an early election is strategically sound while public support for Takaichi’s Cabinet remains strong. Oppn parties question timing, rationale behind the move Jun Azumi, Secretary-General of the Constitutional Democratic Party, questioned why budget deliberations would be interrupted, saying it is unacceptable for the prime minister to justify dissolution based solely on approval ratings. Yuichiro Tamaki, leader of the Democratic Party for the People, said economic policy should be the government’s top focus and added that his party plans to campaign on strengthening economic measures. https://www.wionews.com/videos/air-india-crash-families-of-9-british-victims-sue-air-india-1768388735999/embed Komeito leader Tetsuo Saito also expressed concern, noting that dissolving the Lower House risks delaying passage of a budget critical to households and the broader economy.

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi plans to dissolve the Lower House next week, triggering a snap election as opposition parties criticise the timing amid budget talks

The Israeli Parliament had advanced a bill in a first reading that allows the courts to impose Palestinians accused of involvement in the October 7, 2023, event. The bill was passed on Monday with 19 votes in support of it, as reported by Israeli broadcaster KAN. According to the broadcaster, the bill was introduced by Justice Minister Yariv Levin of the ruling Likud party, Constitution Committee Chairman Simcha Rothman of the far-right Religious Zionism party, and Yisrael Beiteinu lawmaker Yulia Malinovsky, according to the broadcasterThe bill proposes a mandate for a separate judicial mechanism to prosecute hundreds of civilian that are accused of being part of the October 7, 2023, attack. The attack was considered one of the biggest security failures in the history of Israel. The draft mandates a dedicated court chaired by a retired district court judge, with broad authority in the cases of genocide, state sovereignty, aiding the enemy during wartime, and terrorism-related offences.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/house-gop-contempt-clintons-epstein-investigation-1768382920710">Bill and Hillary Clinton refused testification in Epstein case, Republicans seek contempt action</a>The draft legislation makes provisions for capital punishment as well as denies any provisions for appeal, and bars the defendants tried under this framework from any future prisoner exchange or political negotiations. It also mandates live recording and broadcast of the court proceedings on a designated website and maintaining a record of these proceedings in the state archive.The bill is going to be processed for the Parliament's Constitution Committee, then it will pass through two more readings to become binding. Israeli authorities have not released the details of Palestinians held in relation to the October 7 event. The far-right Israeli minister responsible for prisons, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has proudly declared that conditions have gotten harsher for Palestinian prisoners under his watch.“The move towards legal execution legalises actions already practised by the [Israeli] occupation, but without accountability,” said Saeed al-Awiwi, a Palestinian lawyer and former judge. He claimed that the new law is the latest clampdown on the legal rights of the Palestinian. Under the Geneva Convention or International Humanitarian Law, execution of a prisoner of war or protected person, including those under occupation, is prohibited.Eventhough the death toll varies widely, more than 71,400 Palestinians were killed, and over 171,000 were injured in the deadly war that ensued after October 7, 2023.

Israel’s parliament has advanced a controversial bill that could allow courts to impose the death penalty on Palestinians, drawing rights concerns.

The Israeli Parliament had advanced a bill in a first reading that allows the courts to impose Palestinians accused of involvement in the October 7, 2023, event. The bill was passed on Monday with 19 votes in support of it, as reported by Israeli broadcaster KAN. According to the broadcaster, the bill was introduced by Justice Minister Yariv Levin of the ruling Likud party, Constitution Committee Chairman Simcha Rothman of the far-right Religious Zionism party, and Yisrael Beiteinu lawmaker Yulia Malinovsky, according to the broadcaster The bill proposes a mandate for a separate judicial mechanism to prosecute hundreds of civilian that are accused of being part of the October 7, 2023, attack. The attack was considered one of the biggest security failures in the history of Israel. The draft mandates a dedicated court chaired by a retired district court judge, with broad authority in the cases of genocide, state sovereignty, aiding the enemy during wartime, and terrorism-related offences. Also Read: Bill and Hillary Clinton refused testification in Epstein case, Republicans seek contempt action The draft legislation makes provisions for capital punishment as well as denies any provisions for appeal, and bars the defendants tried under this framework from any future prisoner exchange or political negotiations. It also mandates live recording and broadcast of the court proceedings on a designated website and maintaining a record of these proceedings in the state archive. The bill is going to be processed for the Parliament's Constitution Committee, then it will pass through two more readings to become binding. Israeli authorities have not released the details of Palestinians held in relation to the October 7 event. The far-right Israeli minister responsible for prisons, Itamar Ben-Gvir, has proudly declared that conditions have gotten harsher for Palestinian prisoners under his watch. “The move towards legal execution legalises actions already practised by the [Israeli] occupation, but without accountability,” said Saeed al-Awiwi, a Palestinian lawyer and former judge. He claimed that the new law is the latest clampdown on the legal rights of the Palestinian. Under the Geneva Convention or International Humanitarian Law, execution of a prisoner of war or protected person, including those under occupation, is prohibited. Eventhough the death toll varies widely, more than 71,400 Palestinians were killed, and over 171,000 were injured in the deadly war that ensued after October 7, 2023.

Israel’s parliament has advanced a controversial bill that could allow courts to impose the death penalty on Palestinians, drawing rights concerns.

Israeli parliament advances bill legalising death penalty for Palestinians

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">21-year-old goes ‘BLIND’ in one eye after arrest by DHS agent in Santa Ana He was shot with &#39;less-lethal&#39; round and had to get a 6 HOUR surgery to remove the debris out of his face <a href="https://t.co/z7DJH5FfXD">pic.twitter.com/z7DJH5FfXD</a>&mdash; RT (@RT_com) <a href="https://twitter.com/RT_com/status/2011314807774068975?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 14, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

A 21-year-old anti-ICE protester was permanently blinded in one eye after being struck by a less-lethal projectile fired by a federal agent during a protest. The incident was caught on camera and the clip has gone viral. Here is what happened in California


A 21-year-old anti-ICE protester was left permanently blind in one eye after an altercation with the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in California in an incident caught on camera. You can see the video below. Kaden Rummler and several others were wrestled to the ground and dragged during the ruckus that has since gone viral. Rummler was left with a bloodied face after being struck by a projectile fired by a federal agent, reportedly at close range. What happened to anti-ICE activist Kaden Rummler? The incident, widely shared online, occurred on January 9 outside a federal building in Santa Ana, California. Anti-ICE protesters were attacked by the federal agents, and Rummler was struck in the face by a “less-lethal” projectile fired by a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agent. Reports later said the altercation left him permanently blind in his left eye and with serious facial injuries. He underwent six hours of surgery to address the damage to his eye and face. Also read: In Trump's presidency more migrants are dying in ICE detention Kaden Rummler vs federal agents: What does the video show? In the video, an altercation can be seen between Rummler, other protesters and DHS/ICE agents. Rummler was shouting through a megaphone near the federal agents when he was shot at, fell to the ground, was wrestled with, and dragged some distance by an officer. Other agents can be seen pushing and other protesters to the ground during the nighttime rally. Rummler was protesting against ICE raids and federal immigration enforcement policies. https://www.wionews.com/videos/us-immigration-states-sue-to-block-trump-immigration-agent-surge-after-ice-shooting-1768369885061/embed Kaden Rummler’s family speaks out Rummler’s aunt, Jeri Rees, said that during surgery, doctors found shards of plastic, glass and metal embedded in his eye and around his face, including a piece of metal lodged millimetres from his carotid artery. She said his skull was fractured. Rees added that doctors advised against removing some fragments due to the risk of fatal bleeding, said a report in Los Angeles Times. Also read: Prosecutors quit as Trump's Justice Department refuses civil rights probe into Minnesota ICE killing of Renee Good How is social media reacting to Kaden Rummler incident? Supporters of Rummler have condemned what they describe as excessive use of force by federal agents. Others have argued that protesters interfered with law enforcement operations, citing reported clashes and objects thrown at officers during the demonstration. The protest is part of demonstrations against Trump administration's immigration enforcement. Two protesters were arrested on charges including disorderly conduct and assault on a federal officer. DHS has defended its agents' actions. Watch the video below:

A 21-year-old anti-ICE protester was permanently blinded in one eye after being struck by a less-lethal projectile fired by a federal agent during a protest. The incident was caught on camera and the clip has gone viral. Here is what happened in California

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Former US President Bill Clinton and Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have refused to testify in relation to the Jeffrey Epstein case. Only 1 per cent of the total Epstein files have been released by the US Department of Justice, and those have significant mentions of Bill Clinton. The Republican-led House oversight committee announced on Thursday that it will seek to hold former President Bill Clinton in contempt of Congress.&nbsp;“We’ve communicated with President Clinton’s legal team for months now, giving them opportunity after opportunity, to come in, to give us a day, and they continue to delay, delay, delay to the point where we had no idea whether they’re going to show up today or not," &nbsp;said James Comer, Chair of the House Oversight Committee for Epstein Files.Bill and Hillary Clinton explained their decision to the House oversight committee in a letter that was shared on the social media platform X by Hillary Clinton.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-element-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/world/clintons-epstein-house-investigation-contempt-threat-1765867229801&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwi3s8ik7YqSAxWda2wGHWVTLo8QFnoECAEQAg&amp;usg=AOvVaw038wGqRgg_BvRphACEmcM-">Trump 'diverting attention' from himself as Bill and Hillary Clinton are avoiding testifying in Epstein case</a>

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Both Hillary and Bill have been dodging the testimony in Congress since August 2025, when they were subpoenaed to testify before Congress. Their attorney has argued that the subpoenas are "legally invalid" and "unenforceable". Hillary Clinton has described the range of actions that she deemed unprecedented and dangerous. The letter by Hillary argues that House Oversight Chair James Comer is engaged in a partisan attempt to vilify them. It does very little to uncover the truth. &nbsp;She argues that they have less direct knowledge of the case related to those who have been subpoenaed and quietly dismissed.&nbsp;"Despite everything that needs to be done to help our country, you are on the cusp of bringing Congress to a halt to pursue a rarely used process literally designed to result in our imprisonment," read the letter. "This is not the way out of America's ills, and we will forcefully defend ourselves."Clinton's spokesperson, Angel Ureña, said of Comer in December, “For months, we’ve been offering the same exact thing he accepted from the rest, but he refuses and won’t explain why.”&nbsp;Representative Ro Khanna, Democrat- California, has said that everyone implicated, even if they are democrats, should explain. Ro Khanna is a member of the House Oversight Committee and led a bipartisan push to force a floor vote on the release of the Epstein files last year.&nbsp;&nbsp;

House GOP moves to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in contempt after they skipped subpoenas to testify in a congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

Former US President Bill Clinton and Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton have refused to testify in relation to the Jeffrey Epstein case. Only 1 per cent of the total Epstein files have been released by the US Department of Justice, and those have significant mentions of Bill Clinton. The Republican-led House oversight committee announced on Thursday that it will seek to hold former President Bill Clinton in contempt of Congress. “We’ve communicated with President Clinton’s legal team for months now, giving them opportunity after opportunity, to come in, to give us a day, and they continue to delay, delay, delay to the point where we had no idea whether they’re going to show up today or not," said James Comer, Chair of the House Oversight Committee for Epstein Files. Bill and Hillary Clinton explained their decision to the House oversight committee in a letter that was shared on the social media platform X by Hillary Clinton. Also Read: Trump 'diverting attention' from himself as Bill and Hillary Clinton are avoiding testifying in Epstein case

House GOP moves to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in contempt after they skipped subpoenas to testify in a congressional investigation into Jeffrey Epstein.

Bill and Hillary Clinton refused testification in Epstein case, Republican seek contempt action

The Indian Embassy in Tehran issued an advisory on Wednesday, urging all Indian nationals, including students, pilgrims, businesspersons, and tourists currently in Iran, to leave by available means of transport, including commercial flights, in view of the evolving situation in Iran. “All Indian nationals in Iran are requested to also have their travel and immigration documents, including passports and IDs, readily available with them. They are requested to contact the Indian Embassy for any assistance in this regard.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://t.co/5LnD6gC0tu">pic.twitter.com/5LnD6gC0tu</a>&mdash; India in Iran (@India_in_Iran) <a href="https://twitter.com/India_in_Iran/status/2011377849480139238?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 14, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-labels-muslim-brotherhood-branches-in-egypt-lebanon-jordan-as-terrorists-egypt-saudi-arabia-hail-action-1768400130903">US labels Muslim Brotherhood branches in Egypt, Lebanon, Jordan as ‘terrorists’; Egypt, Saudi Arabia hail action</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;The Indian Embassy also shared its emergency contact numbers: +989128109115; +989128109109; +989128109102; +989932179359 and the email id: cons.tehran@mea.gov.in.&nbsp;The Indian Embassy also asked all Indian nationals who are in Iran and who have not registered with it so far, to do so via the link <a href="https://www.meaers.com/request/home">https://www.meaers.com/request/home</a> that is also available on the Embassy website. In case anyone is unable to register due to internet disruptions in Iran, their families in India are requested to do so.&nbsp;<h2>MEA issues 2nd advisory, urges citizens to avoid travel to Iran</h2>&nbsp;India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Wednesday issued a fresh advisory urging its citizens to avoid travel to Iran till further notice, as Tehran has been witnessing violent protests. The MEA advisory says Indian nationals are advised to avoid travel to Iran until further notice.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-women-in-north-india-told-to-stay-at-home-bear-kids-dmk-mp-dayanidhi-maran-sparks-row-1768392912196">‘Women in North India told to stay at home, bear kids': DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran sparks row</a>&nbsp;“In view of the ongoing developments in Iran, Indian nationals are once again strongly advised to avoid travel to the Islamic Republic of Iran until further notice. MEA’s advisory issued on 5 January 2026 may also be referred to,” said MEA in the advisory in few of ongoing violence and deaths in Iran during the protests that started last month.&nbsp;In the January 5 advisory, the MEA had advised to avoid non-essential travel to the Islamic Republic of Iran and urged the Indian citizens and PIOs currently in Iran to exercise due caution, avoid areas of protests or demonstrations, and closely monitor news as well as the website and social media handles of the Embassy of India in Tehran.It also advised Indian nationals living in Iran on resident-visas to register with the Indian Embassy, if not already done so.

The MEA had earlier urged citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Iran and advised Indian nationals and PIOs already in Iran to exercise due caution, avoid areas of protests and closely monitor news as well as the website and social media handles of the Embassy of India in Tehran.

The Indian Embassy in Tehran issued an advisory on Wednesday, urging all Indian nationals, including students, pilgrims, businesspersons, and tourists currently in Iran, to leave by available means of transport, including commercial flights, in view of the evolving situation in Iran. “All Indian nationals in Iran are requested to also have their travel and immigration documents, including passports and IDs, readily available with them. They are requested to contact the Indian Embassy for any assistance in this regard.”

The MEA had earlier urged citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Iran and advised Indian nationals and PIOs already in Iran to exercise due caution, avoid areas of protests and closely monitor news as well as the website and social media handles of the Embassy of India in Tehran.

India tells all nationals in Iran to leave, as security concerns grow, tensions mount amid unrest

The recent Minnesota shooting has highlighted the plight of immigrants in the US. The tactics used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is now under the scanner after the January 7 incident. Data released shows that immigration detention centers can also be deadly environments for those being held in them.&nbsp;&nbsp;Press releases from ICE reveal that a number of people have died in custody in the just first few days of 2026 -- immediately following a year when migrant detainee deaths reached a 20-year high and the number of ICE detentions increased exponentially.More than 68,000 adults were in ICE detention as of the end of December, up from about 36,000 in December 2023, agency data shows.&nbsp;The US is either slapping tariffs or deporting people; this has been a major agenda for Trump 2.0. The administration has been certain about deporting all immigrants, and in the quest to do that, it had earlier erroneously deported people with no provision to reverse the action.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Violence and deportation</h2>&nbsp;In April 2025, Kilmer Abrego-Garcia, a Maryland resident, was deported to El Salvador, after which a senator visited him, looking for ways to bring him back. And now, Trump says Abrego-Garcia is not 'innocent'.&nbsp;Abrego-Garcia was deported in one of the three high-profile deportation flights to El Salvador in March. The administration said he was a member of the MS-13 gang, which is an international criminal group. In contrast, the judge, in his ruling, prohibited his removal from his home country.&nbsp;Abrego-Garcia's lawyers have demanded his return to the United States. A complaint filed by his family mentions that his 5-year-old son and wife are both US citizens residing in Maryland. It also noted that he was driving with his son seated in the backseat when ICE officers stopped his car and handcuffed him.&nbsp;However, the Trump administration refrained from bringing him back from El Salvador, saying they did not have the legal authority to expedite the process of return.

Data released shows that immigration detention centers can also be deadly environments for those being held in them.

The recent Minnesota shooting has highlighted the plight of immigrants in the US. The tactics used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is now under the scanner after the January 7 incident. Data released shows that immigration detention centers can also be deadly environments for those being held in them. Press releases from ICE reveal that a number of people have died in custody in the just first few days of 2026 -- immediately following a year when migrant detainee deaths reached a 20-year high and the number of ICE detentions increased exponentially. More than 68,000 adults were in ICE detention as of the end of December, up from about 36,000 in December 2023, agency data shows. The US is either slapping tariffs or deporting people; this has been a major agenda for Trump 2.0. The administration has been certain about deporting all immigrants, and in the quest to do that, it had earlier erroneously deported people with no provision to reverse the action. Violence and deportation In April 2025, Kilmer Abrego-Garcia, a Maryland resident, was deported to El Salvador, after which a senator visited him, looking for ways to bring him back. And now, Trump says Abrego-Garcia is not 'innocent'. Abrego-Garcia was deported in one of the three high-profile deportation flights to El Salvador in March. The administration said he was a member of the MS-13 gang, which is an international criminal group. In contrast, the judge, in his ruling, prohibited his removal from his home country. Abrego-Garcia's lawyers have demanded his return to the United States. A complaint filed by his family mentions that his 5-year-old son and wife are both US citizens residing in Maryland. It also noted that he was driving with his son seated in the backseat when ICE officers stopped his car and handcuffed him. However, the Trump administration refrained from bringing him back from El Salvador, saying they did not have the legal authority to expedite the process of return.

Data released shows that immigration detention centers can also be deadly environments for those being held in them.

In Trump's presidency more migrants are dying in ICE detention

Iran accused the US and Israel at the UN of provoking protests and causing civilian deaths, calling them the “main killers.” Ayatollah Khamenei dismissed the unrest as foreign-backed, warned protesters of severe punishment, and claimed pro-state rallies had defeated enemy plots.

From 'US, Israel main killers' to 'Trump should manage his own country': How Khamenei's regime reacted to Iran protest

Amid US President Donald Trump's push for Greenland takeover, several senators in the United States (US) have introduced a bill aimed at preventing his plans. &nbsp;Authored by Democrat Jeanne Shaheen and Republican Lisa Murkowski, the bipartisan NATO Unity Protection Act seeks to bar the Department of Defense and Department of State from using funds to “blockade, occupy, annex or otherwise assert control” over the territory of any other NATO member state.&nbsp;&nbsp;In a statement, Shaheen, who represents the state of New Hampshire, said, “This bipartisan legislation makes clear that US taxpayer dollars cannot be used for actions that would fracture NATO and violate our own commitments to NATO. This bill sends a clear message that recent rhetoric around Greenland deeply undermines America’s own national security interests and faces bipartisan opposition in Congress.”

Murkowski, a rare Republican critic of Trump who represents Alaska, said the 32-member NATO security alliance was the “strongest line of defence” for global security. "The mere notion that America would use our vast resources against our allies is deeply troubling and must be wholly rejected by Congress in statute,” Murkowski added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/trump-walking-towards-greenland-white-house-tap-to-monitor-post-sparks-speculations-about-us-strike-1768274674811/1768274674812">Trump walking towards Greenland? White House 'tap to monitor' post sparks speculations about US strike</a><h2>Trump's Greenland controversy</h2>It all started soon after US strike on Caracas and the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Trump claimed that making the Danish territory part of the United States would serve US national security interests, given its strategic location on the Arctic. Trump argued that US ownership is a necessity to prevent Russia or China from occupying the territory. He claimed that the area is already "covered with Russian and Chinese ships" and mocked Greenland’s own defenses as consisting of just “two dog sleds.” Despite opposition from his NATO allies, Trump has continued with his rhetoric, saying, "I'm a fan of Denmark, too, I have to tell you. And you know, they've been very nice to me…But you know, the fact that they had a boat land there 500 years ago doesn't mean that they own the land." He also declared that United States will make a deal with Greenland either the “hard way or the easy way.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-choose-denmark-greenland-rejects-trump-s-takeover-push-us-president-warns-big-problem-for-him-1768369136270">'We choose Denmark’: Greenland rejects Trump’s takeover push, US president warns 'big problem for him'</a>&nbsp;On Tuesday (Jan 13), Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said that if his country has to choose, it would prefer staying with Denmark. His rejection came as a direct answer to US President Donald Trump’s push to take control of the Arctic territory. He also said that US should understand this very clearly that ‘Greenland does not want to be owned by the United States.’

Amid Donald Trump’s push to take over Greenland, US senators introduced a bipartisan bill to block funding for any action to annex or control NATO territory. The move highlights growing congressional opposition as Greenland and Denmark firmly reject US ownership claims.

Amid US President Donald Trump's push for Greenland takeover, several senators in the United States (US) have introduced a bill aimed at preventing his plans. Authored by Democrat Jeanne Shaheen and Republican Lisa Murkowski, the bipartisan NATO Unity Protection Act seeks to bar the Department of Defense and Department of State from using funds to “blockade, occupy, annex or otherwise assert control” over the territory of any other NATO member state. In a statement, Shaheen, who represents the state of New Hampshire, said, “This bipartisan legislation makes clear that US taxpayer dollars cannot be used for actions that would fracture NATO and violate our own commitments to NATO. This bill sends a clear message that recent rhetoric around Greenland deeply undermines America’s own national security interests and faces bipartisan opposition in Congress.”

Amid Donald Trump’s push to take over Greenland, US senators introduced a bipartisan bill to block funding for any action to annex or control NATO territory. The move highlights growing congressional opposition as Greenland and Denmark firmly reject US ownership claims.

Trump wants Greenland but US senators move bill to block his ambitions: Will this prevent 'NATO war'?

A mobile app in China has been garnering a lot of attention and criticised at the same time. ‘Sileme’, which literally translates to ‘are you dead’ in Mandarin, is an app that keeps a check on single dwellers. In a country where the number of couples heading towards marriage is declining, the number of people choosing to be single is comparatively high. This app also caters to elderly empty-nesters.&nbsp;<h2>How does it work?</h2>&nbsp;It is a paid app and not a free one, so one has to register and enter relevant details. A user is expected to enter details of an emergency contact person. If a user fails to log into the app, it sounds an alarm to the contact, who may be a relative or close friend.&nbsp;&nbsp;"If you haven't checked in for two days, the system will send an email to your emergency contact," a version available internationally tells users, according to news agency AFP. On the streets of Beijing on Tuesday, some of the app's target market were dubious. Yaya Song, a 27-year-old IT worker who lives alone, said she was intrigued but that it cost too much.&nbsp;“If it were free, I'd download it to try out -- even charging one yuan ($0.14) would be reasonable for a trial -- but eight yuan ($1.15) feels a bit expensive.” If the worst happened, employed people's workplaces would generally realise something was wrong before family and friends, she said, adding that the app's name "feels a bit too violent". Student Huang Zixuan agreed.&nbsp;"If I wanted my grandparents to download this app, I probably wouldn't be able to bring myself to say the name," the 20-year-old said.&nbsp;In 2024, people who lived alone accounted for around one-fifth of all Chinese households, compared to 15 percent a decade earlier, official data shows. "I guess as we reach middle age, everyone starts to worry about their own affairs after death," said 36-year-old office worker Sasa Wang.&nbsp;On Saturday, the former editor of state-backed tabloid Global Times, Hu Xijin, praised the app's potential, especially for the elderly. He suggested changing its name to "Are you alive?"&nbsp;"This way it will give elderly people who use it more psychological comfort," he wrote on social media. The app's account responded on social media that it would "seriously look into and consider" changing the name. But others begged them to keep it. "It's good to face the issue of death," the top-liked comment read.

In a country where the number of couples heading towards marriage is declining, the number of people choosing to be single is comparatively high. This app also caters to elderly empty-nesters.

A mobile app in China has been garnering a lot of attention and criticised at the same time. ‘Sileme’, which literally translates to ‘are you dead’ in Mandarin, is an app that keeps a check on single dwellers. In a country where the number of couples heading towards marriage is declining, the number of people choosing to be single is comparatively high. This app also caters to elderly empty-nesters. How does it work? It is a paid app and not a free one, so one has to register and enter relevant details. A user is expected to enter details of an emergency contact person. If a user fails to log into the app, it sounds an alarm to the contact, who may be a relative or close friend. "If you haven't checked in for two days, the system will send an email to your emergency contact," a version available internationally tells users, according to news agency AFP. On the streets of Beijing on Tuesday, some of the app's target market were dubious. Yaya Song, a 27-year-old IT worker who lives alone, said she was intrigued but that it cost too much. “If it were free, I'd download it to try out -- even charging one yuan ($0.14) would be reasonable for a trial -- but eight yuan ($1.15) feels a bit expensive.” If the worst happened, employed people's workplaces would generally realise something was wrong before family and friends, she said, adding that the app's name "feels a bit too violent". Student Huang Zixuan agreed. "If I wanted my grandparents to download this app, I probably wouldn't be able to bring myself to say the name," the 20-year-old said. In 2024, people who lived alone accounted for around one-fifth of all Chinese households, compared to 15 percent a decade earlier, official data shows. "I guess as we reach middle age, everyone starts to worry about their own affairs after death," said 36-year-old office worker Sasa Wang. On Saturday, the former editor of state-backed tabloid Global Times, Hu Xijin, praised the app's potential, especially for the elderly. He suggested changing its name to "Are you alive?" "This way it will give elderly people who use it more psychological comfort," he wrote on social media. The app's account responded on social media that it would "seriously look into and consider" changing the name. But others begged them to keep it. "It's good to face the issue of death," the top-liked comment read.

In a country where the number of couples heading towards marriage is declining, the number of people choosing to be single is comparatively high. This app also caters to elderly empty-nesters.

'Are You Dead?': China creates app to check on senior citizens and single dwellers

Iran's head of the Foundation of Martyrs and Veterans Affairs, Ahmad Mousavi, has claimed that two thirds of the killed are classified as martyrs, blaming armed and terrorist groups for the bloodshed. According to Tasnim news agency of Iran, the state will organise the funeral of the deaths on Wednesday.&nbsp;According to reports from the Tasnim News agency, Mousavi said that civilians from various sectors of life were killed using military and hunting weapons as well as knives, axes, blades, and other brutal methods. Some of them were reportedly burnt alive, beheaded and suffocated to complicate identification, requiring detailed forensic work. Mousavi claimed that security forces and civilians made up two-thirds of the deaths by the “terrorists”, a claim denied by the rights group. Top security officials, such as Ali Larijani, appeared on IRIB TV to accuse demonstrators of using methods "very similar to what ISIS does," including burning people alive and throat-slashing.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/reza-pahlavi-iran-protests-deaths-regime-change-1768281215494">Reza Pahlavi dismisses civilian deaths as “war casualties,” pushes regime change in Iran</a>According to Iranian state media IRIB, the violence is part of a foreign-backed "terrorist war", while rights groups claim that the violence was a state-sponsored crackdown against protestors. An Iranian intelligence group has announced the seizure of guns, ammunition, and over 200 kilograms of explosives from foreign-backed cells, most of which were manufactured in the US. The death toll also varies, according to government estimates as of January 13 approximately 2,000 people have been killed. But according to HRANA (Human Rights Activists News Agency), a US-based rights group 2,571 deaths were recorded.The Iranian government has slammed the interventionist rhetoric of the United States. Notably, Iran is among the last bastions in the Middle East that oppose the US empire, its petrodollar dominance, and does not follow the IMF discipline. For which it has been repeatedly embargoed, repeatedly bombed, threatened with coup, and many of its security officials have been assassinated again and again.According to The Critical Threats Project (CTP) at the American Enterprise Institute and the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) that publishes the Iran Update, the protests have been relatively declining since January 8. It has managed to record 14 protests across six provinces on January 12, compared to the 156 protests across 27 provinces on January 8.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Iran claims most protest deaths were caused by “terrorist groups,” as rights bodies dispute figures and accuse Tehran of a state-led crackdown.

Iran's head of the Foundation of Martyrs and Veterans Affairs, Ahmad Mousavi, has claimed that two thirds of the killed are classified as martyrs, blaming armed and terrorist groups for the bloodshed. According to Tasnim news agency of Iran, the state will organise the funeral of the deaths on Wednesday. According to reports from the Tasnim News agency, Mousavi said that civilians from various sectors of life were killed using military and hunting weapons as well as knives, axes, blades, and other brutal methods. Some of them were reportedly burnt alive, beheaded and suffocated to complicate identification, requiring detailed forensic work. Mousavi claimed that security forces and civilians made up two-thirds of the deaths by the “terrorists”, a claim denied by the rights group. Top security officials, such as Ali Larijani, appeared on IRIB TV to accuse demonstrators of using methods "very similar to what ISIS does," including burning people alive and throat-slashing. Also Read: Reza Pahlavi dismisses civilian deaths as “war casualties,” pushes regime change in Iran According to Iranian state media IRIB, the violence is part of a foreign-backed "terrorist war", while rights groups claim that the violence was a state-sponsored crackdown against protestors. An Iranian intelligence group has announced the seizure of guns, ammunition, and over 200 kilograms of explosives from foreign-backed cells, most of which were manufactured in the US. The death toll also varies, according to government estimates as of January 13 approximately 2,000 people have been killed. But according to HRANA (Human Rights Activists News Agency), a US-based rights group 2,571 deaths were recorded. The Iranian government has slammed the interventionist rhetoric of the United States. Notably, Iran is among the last bastions in the Middle East that oppose the US empire, its petrodollar dominance, and does not follow the IMF discipline. For which it has been repeatedly embargoed, repeatedly bombed, threatened with coup, and many of its security officials have been assassinated again and again. According to The Critical Threats Project (CTP) at the American Enterprise Institute and the Institute for the Study of War (ISW) that publishes the Iran Update, the protests have been relatively declining since January 8. It has managed to record 14 protests across six provinces on January 12, compared to the 156 protests across 27 provinces on January 8.

Iran claims most protest deaths were caused by “terrorist groups,” as rights bodies dispute figures and accuse Tehran of a state-led crackdown.

Iran says two-thirds of protest deaths are 'martyrs,' blames terrorist groups

Amid global conflicts and turbulence, China quietly managed to achieve two records in 2025: a historic trade surplus nearing $1.2 trillion, and improved status as the world’s top automaker by both production and sales volume. The overall trade volume reached nearly $6.48–6.51 trillion, aided by manufacturing strength and strategic diversification of markets. These economic milestones indicate that China continues to dominate global production, even as it adapts its exports to changing market conditions caused by conflicts and trade wars. These feats were achieved in a tense environment that also involves its rivalries with the West over Taiwan and the South China Sea. Here is how China fared in 2025, based on the latest official data.<h2>China posts largest annual trade surplus in its history</h2>The Asian giant showed resilience in manufacturing and exports amid various challenges, including the tariff war unleashed by US President Donald Trump. It posted a record trade surplus of $1.189 trillion for the full year 2025, showed data from the country’s General Administration of Customs on Wednesday (Jan 14). This is the first time that the annual surplus exceeded $1 trillion, and breaks the previous record of around $992–993 billion in 2024 by about 20 per cent. China’s exports totalled around $3.77 trillion, up 5.5 per cent on year, while imports remained relatively flat at around $2.58 trillion.The surplus had crossed the $1 trillion mark by November 2025 already, and widened further in December, with the final month of 2025 alone showing a surplus of $114.14 billion. December saw exports grow 6.6 per cent year on year, while imports were also up 5.7 per cent year on year.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/china-lauds-india-for-surpassing-japan-becoming-world-s-fourth-largest-economy-1767177928026">China lauds India for surpassing Japan, becoming world's fourth largest economy</a><h2>Chinese exporters pivoted aggressively to non-US markets</h2>Trade ressures mainly from the US led Chinese exporters to aggressively seek out new markets in the European Union, ASEAN countries in Southeast Asia, Africa, and Latin America. A surge in exports to these regions helped offset declines in shipments to the US. China managed to post monthly trade surpluses exceeding $100 billion at least seven times in 2025, compared to just once in 2024.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/byd-overtakes-tesla-as-the-top-ev-maker-in-2025-1767417674001/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/byd-overtakes-tesla-as-the-top-ev-maker-in-2025-1767417674001/embed</a><h2>China retains and improves top automaker status on the back of electric vehicles</h2>This is the 17th straight year in which China ranked top in global auto production and sales. China has held the status of the world’s top auto exporter since 2023. According to China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) data, vehicle production in China reached 34.53 million units in 2025, a growth of 10.4 per cent year on year. Vehicle sales hit 34.4 million units, up 9.4 per cent year on year. These figures are also new records.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/byd-overtakes-tesla-in-europe-ev-sales-for-the-first-time-1747988684157">BYD overtakes Tesla in Europe EV sales for the first time</a><h2>How is China retaining its top automaker position?</h2>The bulk of the growth came from new energy vehicles (NEVs), which include electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. More than 16 million such units were manufactured and sold in 2025, accounting for more than 50 per cent of the total market. Projections by outlets such as Nikkei Asia showed that Chinese vehicle brands like BYD overtook Japanese rivals in global sales for the first time in 2025, selling around 27 million units worldwide, a 17 per cent annual growth, compared with Japan’s 25 million.Chinese vehicles, particularly EVs, were competitively priced and marketed abroad aggressively.&nbsp;BYD overtook Tesla as the world’s largest seller of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), selling more than 2.25 million units in 2025, an annual growth of nearly 28 per cent. Tesla, meanwhile, sold around 1.64 million units.

China has made history with a record $1.2 trillion trade surplus in 2025. It also retained and improved its position as the world’s top automaker. Both these feats were achieved amid headwinds of tariffs and trade wars with the US. Just how did China manage this?

Amid global conflicts and turbulence, China quietly managed to achieve two records in 2025: a historic trade surplus nearing $1.2 trillion, and improved status as the world’s top automaker by both production and sales volume. The overall trade volume reached nearly $6.48–6.51 trillion, aided by manufacturing strength and strategic diversification of markets. These economic milestones indicate that China continues to dominate global production, even as it adapts its exports to changing market conditions caused by conflicts and trade wars. These feats were achieved in a tense environment that also involves its rivalries with the West over Taiwan and the South China Sea. Here is how China fared in 2025, based on the latest official data. China posts largest annual trade surplus in its history The Asian giant showed resilience in manufacturing and exports amid various challenges, including the tariff war unleashed by US President Donald Trump. It posted a record trade surplus of $1.189 trillion for the full year 2025, showed data from the country’s General Administration of Customs on Wednesday (Jan 14). This is the first time that the annual surplus exceeded $1 trillion, and breaks the previous record of around $992–993 billion in 2024 by about 20 per cent. China’s exports totalled around $3.77 trillion, up 5.5 per cent on year, while imports remained relatively flat at around $2.58 trillion. The surplus had crossed the $1 trillion mark by November 2025 already, and widened further in December, with the final month of 2025 alone showing a surplus of $114.14 billion. December saw exports grow 6.6 per cent year on year, while imports were also up 5.7 per cent year on year. Also read: China lauds India for surpassing Japan, becoming world's fourth largest economy Chinese exporters pivoted aggressively to non-US markets Trade ressures mainly from the US led Chinese exporters to aggressively seek out new markets in the European Union, ASEAN countries in Southeast Asia, Africa, and Latin America. A surge in exports to these regions helped offset declines in shipments to the US. China managed to post monthly trade surpluses exceeding $100 billion at least seven times in 2025, compared to just once in 2024. https://www.wionews.com/videos/byd-overtakes-tesla-as-the-top-ev-maker-in-2025-1767417674001/embed China retains and improves top automaker status on the back of electric vehicles This is the 17th straight year in which China ranked top in global auto production and sales. China has held the status of the world’s top auto exporter since 2023. According to China Association of Automobile Manufacturers (CAAM) data, vehicle production in China reached 34.53 million units in 2025, a growth of 10.4 per cent year on year. Vehicle sales hit 34.4 million units, up 9.4 per cent year on year. These figures are also new records. Also read: BYD overtakes Tesla in Europe EV sales for the first time How is China retaining its top automaker position? The bulk of the growth came from new energy vehicles (NEVs), which include electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. More than 16 million such units were manufactured and sold in 2025, accounting for more than 50 per cent of the total market. Projections by outlets such as Nikkei Asia showed that Chinese vehicle brands like BYD overtook Japanese rivals in global sales for the first time in 2025, selling around 27 million units worldwide, a 17 per cent annual growth, compared with Japan’s 25 million. Chinese vehicles, particularly EVs, were competitively priced and marketed abroad aggressively. BYD overtook Tesla as the world’s largest seller of battery-electric vehicles (BEVs), selling more than 2.25 million units in 2025, an annual growth of nearly 28 per cent. Tesla, meanwhile, sold around 1.64 million units.

China has made history with a record $1.2 trillion trade surplus in 2025. It also retained and improved its position as the world’s top automaker. Both these feats were achieved amid headwinds of tariffs and trade wars with the US. Just how did China manage this? &nbsp;

China's economic wins: Largest-ever trade surplus of $1.2 trillion, consolidation of top automaker status

The US social media platform X became accessible again on Tuesday (Jan 13), in Venezuela, days after US bombed the country and captured its president Nicholas Maduro. Soon after it was restored, a post featuring a graphic styled poster as missing persons was shared on his X profile. Interim President Delcy Rodriguez, who previously served as Maduro’s vice president, also shared an update on her profile.&nbsp;“We resume contact through this channel. Venezuela remains standing, with strength and historical awareness. Let us stay united, moving towards economic stability, social justice and the welfare state we deserve to aspire to,” Rodriguez said. Maduro posted a graphic styled picture of himself and wife Cilia Flores in a missing persons poster, marking 11 days since his January 3 capture by US forces in Caracas. It also had a hashtag demanding their return.&nbsp;Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-re-working-along-really-well-did-trump-praise-venezuela-s-delcy-rodriguez-weeks-after-capturing-maduro-1768182682021"> 'We're working along really well...': Did Trump praise Venezuela’s Delcy Rodriguez weeks after capturing Maduro?</a><h2>What happened in Venezuela?</h2>&nbsp;As the year 2026 began, Trump ordered the US military to launch Operation Absolute Resolve. It was a direct US intervention in Venezuela that led to the capture of Nicholas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, from their compound in Caracas. Maduro and Flores were flown to New York City and charged with narco-terrorism and drug trafficking. They pleaded not guilty in a Manhattan federal court. Trump declared that he will ‘run’ Venezuela. Meanwhile, Vice President Delcy Rodriguez was sworn in as Venezuela's acting president. While she denounced the capture of Maduro, her government has since begun releasing some political prisoners as a gesture toward “consolidating peace.” The new leadership also launched talks with the United States on restoring diplomatic ties. Officials said US diplomats were in Caracas to discuss reopening the US embassy.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-exercise-extreme-caution-india-breaks-silence-after-us-captures-venezuela-president-nicolas-maduro-1767491349809">'Exercise extreme caution': India breaks silence after US captures Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro</a>&nbsp;Trump also met the executives from some of the world's biggest oil companies at the White House and urged them to invest up to $100 billion to help revive Venezuela’s struggling oil industry. He claimed that this is a new country with total security. The White House meeting came less than a week after US forces seized Maduro, with Trump making no secret that control of Venezuela's oil was central to his actions.

X was restored in Venezuela days after the US bombed Caracas and captured President Nicolas Maduro. A “missing” poster of Maduro surfaced online as interim President Delcy Rodriguez pledged unity. The US now controls Venezuela’s transition while pushing oil investments and diplomatic talks.

The US social media platform X became accessible again on Tuesday (Jan 13), in Venezuela, days after US bombed the country and captured its president Nicholas Maduro. Soon after it was restored, a post featuring a graphic styled poster as missing persons was shared on his X profile. Interim President Delcy Rodriguez, who previously served as Maduro’s vice president, also shared an update on her profile. “We resume contact through this channel. Venezuela remains standing, with strength and historical awareness. Let us stay united, moving towards economic stability, social justice and the welfare state we deserve to aspire to,” Rodriguez said. Maduro posted a graphic styled picture of himself and wife Cilia Flores in a missing persons poster, marking 11 days since his January 3 capture by US forces in Caracas. It also had a hashtag demanding their return. Also Read: 'We're working along really well...': Did Trump praise Venezuela’s Delcy Rodriguez weeks after capturing Maduro? What happened in Venezuela? As the year 2026 began, Trump ordered the US military to launch Operation Absolute Resolve. It was a direct US intervention in Venezuela that led to the capture of Nicholas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, from their compound in Caracas. Maduro and Flores were flown to New York City and charged with narco-terrorism and drug trafficking. They pleaded not guilty in a Manhattan federal court. Trump declared that he will ‘run’ Venezuela. Meanwhile, Vice President Delcy Rodriguez was sworn in as Venezuela's acting president. While she denounced the capture of Maduro, her government has since begun releasing some political prisoners as a gesture toward “consolidating peace.” The new leadership also launched talks with the United States on restoring diplomatic ties. Officials said US diplomats were in Caracas to discuss reopening the US embassy. Also Read: 'Exercise extreme caution': India breaks silence after US captures Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro Trump also met the executives from some of the world's biggest oil companies at the White House and urged them to invest up to $100 billion to help revive Venezuela’s struggling oil industry. He claimed that this is a new country with total security. The White House meeting came less than a week after US forces seized Maduro, with Trump making no secret that control of Venezuela's oil was central to his actions.

X was restored in Venezuela days after the US bombed Caracas and captured President Nicolas Maduro. A “missing” poster of Maduro surfaced online as interim President Delcy Rodriguez pledged unity. The US now controls Venezuela’s transition while pushing oil investments and diplomatic talks.

In US custody, Maduro’s X account restored, 'missing' poster shared - Is he using social media from prison

In a shocking incident, two Indian PhD students filed a civil suit against the University of Colorado Boulder when one of them was denied using the microwave to heat food (palak paneer) due to its “strong smell”. The Indian students were identified as Aditya Prakash and Urmi Bhattacharyya.&nbsp;When Aditya was refused permission to use the microwave, the university escalated the matter. However, after filing a civil rights lawsuit in a US federal court, the university reportedly agreed to a settlement worth USD 200,000, approximately Rs 1.66 crore.&nbsp;The scene unfolded at the University of Colorado Boulder in September 2023, when Aditya Prakash, a PhD student from Bhopal, whom a staff member prohibited from reheating palak paneer in a shared microwave, reportedly due to its pungent smell. Following this, Prakash objected to the staff and argued that food preferences and perceptions of odour are culturally defined, according to a report in the Indian Express.&nbsp;“My food is my pride. What smells good or bad is not universal, it’s culturally determined,” Prakash said. He reportedly questioned in related to restrictions on foods like broccoli. “Context matters. How many communities face racism because they eat broccoli?” he asked.&nbsp;The episode proved to be a turning point in what both described as an otherwise trouble-free academic path. They said the first year of their doctoral studies passed smoothly. Prakash secured research grants and institutional support, while Urmi Bhattacharya, 35, from Kolkata, received academic recognition for her research on marital rape.&nbsp;Watch: https://www.wionews.com/videos/greenland-showdown-trump-reiterates-claim-that-us-needs-to-acquire-greenland-1768373464065/embedd<h3>A civil rights lawsuit in a US federal court</h3>Bhattacharya alleged that shortly after the incident involving Prakash and food, her teaching assistantship was withdrawn without any advance notice or explanation. She further claimed that when she and other students brought Indian food to campus again two days later, they were accused of “inciting a riot”. Those complaints were later dropped, she said.&nbsp;Prakash and Bhattacharya further claimed that these actions amounted to retaliation for raising concerns about discrimination. They subsequently filed a civil rights lawsuit in a US federal court, alleging that informal food restrictions and the disciplinary steps that followed unfairly targeted South Asian students.&nbsp;In response, an agreement of a settlement worth USD 200,000, nearly Rs 1.66 crore, was signed between them and the university without admitting liability. Under the terms of the settlement, both scholars were given Master’s degrees that they said had been withheld during the dispute. However, the agreement prevents them from returning to the university in any capacity, either as students or employees.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-protests-save-erfan-soltani-hashtag-trends-on-social-media-amid-news-of-execution-1768368578279">Iran protests: 'Save Erfan Soltani' hashtag trends on social media amid news of execution</a>

The scene unfolded at the University of Colorado Boulder in September 2023, when Aditya Prakash, a PhD student from Bhopal, whom a staff member prohibited from reheating palak paneer in a shared microwave, reportedly due to its pungent smell.

In a shocking incident, two Indian PhD students filed a civil suit against the University of Colorado Boulder when one of them was denied using the microwave to heat food (palak paneer) due to its “strong smell”. The Indian students were identified as Aditya Prakash and Urmi Bhattacharyya. When Aditya was refused permission to use the microwave, the university escalated the matter. However, after filing a civil rights lawsuit in a US federal court, the university reportedly agreed to a settlement worth USD 200,000, approximately Rs 1.66 crore. The scene unfolded at the University of Colorado Boulder in September 2023, when Aditya Prakash, a PhD student from Bhopal, whom a staff member prohibited from reheating palak paneer in a shared microwave, reportedly due to its pungent smell. Following this, Prakash objected to the staff and argued that food preferences and perceptions of odour are culturally defined, according to a report in the Indian Express. “My food is my pride. What smells good or bad is not universal, it’s culturally determined,” Prakash said. He reportedly questioned in related to restrictions on foods like broccoli. “Context matters. How many communities face racism because they eat broccoli?” he asked. The episode proved to be a turning point in what both described as an otherwise trouble-free academic path. They said the first year of their doctoral studies passed smoothly. Prakash secured research grants and institutional support, while Urmi Bhattacharya, 35, from Kolkata, received academic recognition for her research on marital rape. Watch: https://www.wionews.com/videos/greenland-showdown-trump-reiterates-claim-that-us-needs-to-acquire-greenland-1768373464065/embedd A civil rights lawsuit in a US federal court Bhattacharya alleged that shortly after the incident involving Prakash and food, her teaching assistantship was withdrawn without any advance notice or explanation. She further claimed that when she and other students brought Indian food to campus again two days later, they were accused of “inciting a riot”. Those complaints were later dropped, she said. Prakash and Bhattacharya further claimed that these actions amounted to retaliation for raising concerns about discrimination. They subsequently filed a civil rights lawsuit in a US federal court, alleging that informal food restrictions and the disciplinary steps that followed unfairly targeted South Asian students. In response, an agreement of a settlement worth USD 200,000, nearly Rs 1.66 crore, was signed between them and the university without admitting liability. Under the terms of the settlement, both scholars were given Master’s degrees that they said had been withheld during the dispute. However, the agreement prevents them from returning to the university in any capacity, either as students or employees. Also read: Iran protests: 'Save Erfan Soltani' hashtag trends on social media amid news of execution

The scene unfolded at the University of Colorado Boulder in September 2023, when Aditya Prakash, a PhD student from Bhopal, whom a staff member prohibited from reheating palak paneer in a shared microwave, reportedly due to its pungent smell.

Discrimination against Indian? Two PhD students secure $200,000 settlement over 'panner row' at US university

US Vice President JD Vance’s Secret Service agent was placed on administrative leave after reportedly sharing secret security information with his supposed romantic interest, who turned out to be an undercover journalist, James O’Keefe. The secret agent who was caught on camera was identified as Tomas Escotto, with about five years of service. According to The O'Keefe Media Group, he was expressing his dissatisfaction with US President Donald Trump, his immigration policy and his opposition to ICE agents. However, very little information about Escotto's personal life is available, understandably, as the US Secret Service reveals no information about the profile of its agents.<h2>What information did Tomas Escotto reveal?</h2>According to published reports by the undercover journalist, who shared sensitive security information, these include details about protective formation, ie how he is physically surrounded, describing multiple shift changes and advance security procedures. He even sent images from Air Force Two while onboard with the Vice President, those images potentially embedded with location. According to the video, he further shared information about the future travel plans of the Vice President, sometimes days in advance. He further acknowledged that he has signed a non-disclosure agreement, which prohibits him from releasing sensitive information. But he, anyway, released such details despite knowing the other person was just a casual romantic interest.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">BREAKING: U.S. Secret Service Agent Assigned to VP JD Vance Leaks Sensitive Security Information to Undercover Reporter. Escotto is a holdover from the Biden administration and stated that he voted for Joe Biden, while expressing opposition to ICE &amp; the Trump administration’s… <a href="https://t.co/AyAjrt3XY4">pic.twitter.com/AyAjrt3XY4</a>&mdash; James O&#39;Keefe (@JamesOKeefeIII) <a href="https://twitter.com/JamesOKeefeIII/status/2011154810641203660?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/necla-ozmen-donald-trump-paternity-claim-1768307439508">Who is Necla Özmen? Turkish woman claiming Donald Trump is her biological father</a>WION has not independently verified the details of the video.&nbsp;According to reports, he was a holdover from the Biden administration. The US Secret Service is investigating Escotto and has revoked his security clearance, access to agency systems and facilities, and placed him on administrative leave.&nbsp;USSS Deputy Director Matthew Quinn told Fox News in a statement, "The U.S. Secret Service has also issued an order for all personnel to retake the agency’s required anti-espionage training in order to ensure employees are aware of the threats posed by individuals aiming to exploit agency employees for information about our protective operations."&nbsp;

A US Secret Service agent assigned to JD Vance has been placed on leave after allegedly leaking sensitive security details, triggering a federal investigation.

US Vice President JD Vance’s Secret Service agent was placed on administrative leave after reportedly sharing secret security information with his supposed romantic interest, who turned out to be an undercover journalist, James O’Keefe. The secret agent who was caught on camera was identified as Tomas Escotto, with about five years of service. According to The O'Keefe Media Group, he was expressing his dissatisfaction with US President Donald Trump, his immigration policy and his opposition to ICE agents. However, very little information about Escotto's personal life is available, understandably, as the US Secret Service reveals no information about the profile of its agents. What information did Tomas Escotto reveal? According to published reports by the undercover journalist, who shared sensitive security information, these include details about protective formation, ie how he is physically surrounded, describing multiple shift changes and advance security procedures. He even sent images from Air Force Two while onboard with the Vice President, those images potentially embedded with location. According to the video, he further shared information about the future travel plans of the Vice President, sometimes days in advance. He further acknowledged that he has signed a non-disclosure agreement, which prohibits him from releasing sensitive information. But he, anyway, released such details despite knowing the other person was just a casual romantic interest.

A US Secret Service agent assigned to JD Vance has been placed on leave after allegedly leaking sensitive security details, triggering a federal investigation.

US Secret service agent assigned to JD Vance placed on leave after alleged security leak

Iran has been systematically blocking internet access in the country, with even Starlink hit, touted to be impossible to jam. Reports suggest that the administration has deployed military-grade GPS jammers to prevent people from accessing or sending out information. Amir Rashidi, director of digital rights at the Miaan Group, a US-based nonprofit that deals with Iranian internet censorship, said that these jammers have cut satellite internet performance by around 80 per cent in parts of the country. Data from major internet infrastructure companies suggests that after the blockade was imposed on January 8, a 98.5 per cent crash in traffic was recorded within 30 minutes, as reported by Cloudflare. According to the Internet Society, a nonprofit that pushes for an open internet, since 2018, Iran has blocked internet access 17 times. Rashidi wrote on LinkedIn, "The level of violence by the government is unlike anything I have ever witnessed. The Islamic Republic is killing to survive.”&nbsp;Jamming Starlink satellite internet proved to be an impossible task for Russia in Ukraine, the Rest of World reported. To support Ukraine in its war, Musk sent terminals to let people access the internet and remain connected. Military officials also used Starlink internet to keep communication open with the world. But Moscow tried blocking it and failed as SpaceX quickly pushed software updates, which thwarted all attacks on its satellites. During the 2022 Mahsa Amini protests in Iran, Starlink activated beams over Iran, which showed that its internet cannot be blocked. This is precisely why Starlink has gained popularity, acting as a sure-shot communication line for militaries, activists and journalists. It has thousands of low-Earth orbit satellites that shift frequencies frequently. They are not dependent on any infrastructure on land, meaning they can keep working when non-satellite internet blackouts are imposed.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-protests-save-erfan-soltani-hashtag-trends-on-social-media-amid-news-of-execution-1768368578279">Iran protests: 'Save Erfan Soltani' hashtag trends on social media amid news of execution</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-end-game-is-to-win-i-like-winning-iran-to-hang-protesters-trump-warns-of-very-strong-action-1768355627711">'End game is to win. I like winning': Trump warns of 'very strong action' as Iran prepares to hang protesters</a>&nbsp;https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-protests-iran-accuses-trump-of-fueling-unrest-as-protests-grip-tehran-1768366279464/embed<h2>Iran police taking away satellites from homes</h2>However, Tehran seems to have done it this time, and experts say it is a warning sign for the rest of the world. Using military-grade jammers, Iran has even affected satellite internet. Starlink terminals use GPS signals to locate themselves and connect to satellites. Iran disrupted these signals to cut off access. SpaceX is yet to provide a fix, and has not commented yet. However, it has prepared a "white list" system which allows government mouthpiece media and some administrators access to the internet. Some border towns also continue to receive internet service, as reported by Reuters. An eyewitness told The New York Post that the police are now entering people's homes without permission and taking away the satellites. &nbsp;

Iran internet: Tehran has managed to block even satellite internet in the country, as Starlink also faces troubles. The GPS signals that terminals use to link to satellites have been blocked. An expert said this could be an alarm bell for other countries.

Iran has been systematically blocking internet access in the country, with even Starlink hit, touted to be impossible to jam. Reports suggest that the administration has deployed military-grade GPS jammers to prevent people from accessing or sending out information. Amir Rashidi, director of digital rights at the Miaan Group, a US-based nonprofit that deals with Iranian internet censorship, said that these jammers have cut satellite internet performance by around 80 per cent in parts of the country. Data from major internet infrastructure companies suggests that after the blockade was imposed on January 8, a 98.5 per cent crash in traffic was recorded within 30 minutes, as reported by Cloudflare. According to the Internet Society, a nonprofit that pushes for an open internet, since 2018, Iran has blocked internet access 17 times. Rashidi wrote on LinkedIn, "The level of violence by the government is unlike anything I have ever witnessed. The Islamic Republic is killing to survive.” Jamming Starlink satellite internet proved to be an impossible task for Russia in Ukraine, the Rest of World reported. To support Ukraine in its war, Musk sent terminals to let people access the internet and remain connected. Military officials also used Starlink internet to keep communication open with the world. But Moscow tried blocking it and failed as SpaceX quickly pushed software updates, which thwarted all attacks on its satellites. During the 2022 Mahsa Amini protests in Iran, Starlink activated beams over Iran, which showed that its internet cannot be blocked. This is precisely why Starlink has gained popularity, acting as a sure-shot communication line for militaries, activists and journalists. It has thousands of low-Earth orbit satellites that shift frequencies frequently. They are not dependent on any infrastructure on land, meaning they can keep working when non-satellite internet blackouts are imposed. Also Read: Iran protests: 'Save Erfan Soltani' hashtag trends on social media amid news of execution Also Read: 'End game is to win. I like winning': Trump warns of 'very strong action' as Iran prepares to hang protesters https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-protests-iran-accuses-trump-of-fueling-unrest-as-protests-grip-tehran-1768366279464/embed Iran police taking away satellites from homes However, Tehran seems to have done it this time, and experts say it is a warning sign for the rest of the world. Using military-grade jammers, Iran has even affected satellite internet. Starlink terminals use GPS signals to locate themselves and connect to satellites. Iran disrupted these signals to cut off access. SpaceX is yet to provide a fix, and has not commented yet. However, it has prepared a "white list" system which allows government mouthpiece media and some administrators access to the internet. Some border towns also continue to receive internet service, as reported by Reuters. An eyewitness told The New York Post that the police are now entering people's homes without permission and taking away the satellites.

Iran has managed to block even satellite internet in the country, as Starlink also faces troubles. The GPS signals that terminals use to link to satellites have been blocked. An expert said this could be an alarm bell for other countries.

Iran using military-grade jammers to block Starlink internet, invading homes to remove devices

The US Justice Department has declined to open a civil rights investigation into the fatal shooting of an unarmed American citizen by a federal immigration agent in Minneapolis. Following the highly controversial decision, a growing revolt seems to be brewing inside the DOJ. Reports suggest that at least six federal prosecutors from the US attorney's Office in Minnesota have resigned this week in protest.<h2>Prosecutors quit in protest</h2>According to the New York Times, the departures include Joseph H. Thompson, the office's second-in-command.&nbsp;Renee Nicole Good, 37, was shot dead on January 7 by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent during a federal operation in Minneapolis. Video footage from the scene appears to show her attempting to steer her vehicle away when she was "shot in the face" three times by an ICE agent later identified as Jonathan Ross. She was unarmed.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ice-made-us-less-safe-minnesota-slams-trump-s-federal-invasion-sues-after-immigration-officer-kills-renee-good-1768271149205">ICE 'made us less safe': Minnesota slams Trump's 'federal invasion,' sues after immigration officer kills Renee Good</a><h2>Fallout spreads beyond Minnesota</h2>The resignations were not limited to one office. In Washington, four senior lawyers also stepped down from the Justice Department's civil rights division, including leaders tied to its criminal investigations unit, which traditionally probes excessive use of force by law enforcement.The departures followed a decision by Harmeet Dhillon, the Trump-aligned assistant attorney general for civil rights, not to pursue a civil rights inquiry into Good's killing. Reuters reported that staff were told the division would not be involved at all.Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche on Tuesday (Jan 13) said there was "no basis" for a criminal civil rights investigation, without explaining how that conclusion was reached. According to the Guardian, a Justice Department spokesperson has confirmed the resignations but denied they were connected to the shooting, calling any such link "false."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/shot-dying-then-insulted-disturbing-video-shows-ice-agent-mutter-crude-slur-after-killing-renee-nicole-good-fucking-bitch-jonathan-ross-1768018859463">'Fu**ing b***h': Disturbing video shows ICE agent mutter crude slur after killing Renee Good</a><h2>DOJ to look into the ICE shooting victim instead</h2>According to reports, senior officials and the FBI are instead looking into the victim, Good's alleged "possible connections to activist groups", rather than focusing on the agent who fired the shots.Since the killing, figures across the Donald Trump administration, includingthe POTUS himself and Vice President JD Vance, have publicly branded Good a "domestic terrorist," despite a lack of evidence.&nbsp;

US prosecutors are reportedly quitting in protest after the Justice Department refused to probe the fatal ICE shooting of unarmed Minnesota woman Renee Good. WION explains what triggered the revolt inside DOJ and why it matters.

The US Justice Department has declined to open a civil rights investigation into the fatal shooting of an unarmed American citizen by a federal immigration agent in Minneapolis. Following the highly controversial decision, a growing revolt seems to be brewing inside the DOJ. Reports suggest that at least six federal prosecutors from the US attorney's Office in Minnesota have resigned this week in protest. Prosecutors quit in protest According to the New York Times, the departures include Joseph H. Thompson, the office's second-in-command. Renee Nicole Good, 37, was shot dead on January 7 by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent during a federal operation in Minneapolis. Video footage from the scene appears to show her attempting to steer her vehicle away when she was "shot in the face" three times by an ICE agent later identified as Jonathan Ross. She was unarmed. Also read | ICE 'made us less safe': Minnesota slams Trump's 'federal invasion,' sues after immigration officer kills Renee Good Fallout spreads beyond Minnesota The resignations were not limited to one office. In Washington, four senior lawyers also stepped down from the Justice Department's civil rights division, including leaders tied to its criminal investigations unit, which traditionally probes excessive use of force by law enforcement. The departures followed a decision by Harmeet Dhillon, the Trump-aligned assistant attorney general for civil rights, not to pursue a civil rights inquiry into Good's killing. Reuters reported that staff were told the division would not be involved at all. Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche on Tuesday (Jan 13) said there was "no basis" for a criminal civil rights investigation, without explaining how that conclusion was reached. According to the Guardian, a Justice Department spokesperson has confirmed the resignations but denied they were connected to the shooting, calling any such link "false." Also read | 'Fu**ing b***h': Disturbing video shows ICE agent mutter crude slur after killing Renee Good DOJ to look into the ICE shooting victim instead According to reports, senior officials and the FBI are instead looking into the victim, Good's alleged "possible connections to activist groups", rather than focusing on the agent who fired the shots. Since the killing, figures across the Donald Trump administration, includingthe POTUS himself and Vice President JD Vance, have publicly branded Good a "domestic terrorist," despite a lack of evidence.

US prosecutors are reportedly quitting in protest after the Justice Department refused to probe the fatal ICE shooting of unarmed Minnesota woman Renee Good. WION explains what triggered the revolt inside DOJ and why it matters.

Prosecutors quit as Trump's Justice Department refuses civil rights probe into Minnesota ICE killing of Renee Good

As Iran prepared to hang its first protester of the 2026 anti-regime demonstrations, social media has started buzzing with the "Save Erfan Soltani" hashtag. The 26-year-old could be executed on Wednesday, as per human rights groups. The man was arrested at his home for taking part in the protests that have rocked the nation for more than two weeks. A global cry has been triggered by the news of the execution of the innocent man whose "only crime was to ask for freedom". Social media is talking about Erfan Soltani, with the hashtag "Save Erfan Soltani" going viral. Besides the common man, celebrities have also joined the call to stop the extrajudicial execution. Friends actor David Schwimmer reposted an Instagram story with the "Save Erfan Soltani" hashtag. Iranians have taken to the streets, demanding the current administration step down following inflation, economic crisis and corruption. Meanwhile, the country's leaders have called the protests “a war against God” and have come down hard on the people. Reports suggest that more than 2,000 people have lost their lives till now, with over 10,000 in custody.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Save Erfan Soltani

Soltani's family told Arina Moradi, a member of the Hengaw Organisation for Human Rights, that they were unaware of his whereabouts for several days after he was arrested. Around four days later, they were informed that he would be executed. The family is in shock and despair, and said that their son was not a political activist, but "just part of the younger generation who was protesting against the current situation in Iran." The organisation further said that Erfan Soltani is being deprived of his "most basic rights", including access to legal counsel. Human rights activists fear that he is being tortured and abused in custody. Reports suggest that Soltani will be allowed only 10 minutes with his family before he is hanged.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-protests-erfan-soltani-could-be-publicly-hanged-after-just-10-minutes-with-his-family-as-trump-issues-stern-warning-1768361809100">Iran protests: Erfan Soltani could be publicly hanged after just '10 minutes' with his family, as Trump issues stern warning</a>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-charging-families-500-million-tomans-to-return-bodies-of-those-killed-in-protests-report-1768359602782">Iran charging families 500mn toman 'bullet fees' to return bodies of protesters: Report</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The Islamic Republic plans to execute <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ErfanSoltani?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ErfanSoltani</a> this Wednesday. An innocent protester arrested during Iran’s 2026 uprising, his only “crime” was demanding freedom for Iran. This is murder, not justice. Be his voice. Save Erfan Soltani.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DigitalBlackoutlran?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DigitalBlackoutlran</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IranRevelution?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IranRevelution</a> <a href="https://t.co/s4T2ftOsdO">pic.twitter.com/s4T2ftOsdO</a>&mdash; Gandom (@MothrOfDrgns) <a href="https://twitter.com/MothrOfDrgns/status/2010776859630621078?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 12, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Donald Trump on Erfan Soltani execution</h2>Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has warned the Iranian regime against carrying out the execution, saying "very strong action" will be taken if they go through with it. When a reporter asked Trump about his "end game" in Iran, he said, "If they wanna have protests, that's one thing. When they start killing thousands of people - now you're telling me about hanging - we'll see how that works out for them. It's not gonna work out good." In a cryptic social media post, Trump also told Iranians that "help is on its way", without clarifying what kind of help it would be.&nbsp;&nbsp;https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-iran-protest-death-toll-significant-iran-us-seeking-pretext-for-intervention-headlines-1768366273049/embed

Iran protests 2026: Save Erfan Soltani hashtag is trending on social media as news spread that Iran is set to launch its first protester on Wednesday. People are calling for the innocent protester to be saved, as celebs also joined in.

As Iran prepared to hang its first protester of the 2026 anti-regime demonstrations, social media has started buzzing with the "Save Erfan Soltani" hashtag. The 26-year-old could be executed on Wednesday, as per human rights groups. The man was arrested at his home for taking part in the protests that have rocked the nation for more than two weeks. A global cry has been triggered by the news of the execution of the innocent man whose "only crime was to ask for freedom". Social media is talking about Erfan Soltani, with the hashtag "Save Erfan Soltani" going viral. Besides the common man, celebrities have also joined the call to stop the extrajudicial execution. Friends actor David Schwimmer reposted an Instagram story with the "Save Erfan Soltani" hashtag. Iranians have taken to the streets, demanding the current administration step down following inflation, economic crisis and corruption. Meanwhile, the country's leaders have called the protests “a war against God” and have come down hard on the people. Reports suggest that more than 2,000 people have lost their lives till now, with over 10,000 in custody.

Iran protests 2026: Save Erfan Soltani hashtag is trending on social media as news spread that Iran is set to launch its first protester on Wednesday. People are calling for the innocent protester to be saved, as celebs also joined in.

Iran protests: 'Save Erfan Soltani' hashtag trends on social media amid news of execution

Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen on Tuesday (Jan 13) said that if his country has to choose, it would prefer staying with Denmark. His rejection came as a direct answer to US President Donald Trump’s push to take control of the Arctic territory. He also said that US should understand this very clearly that ‘Greenland does not want to be owned by the United States.’ However, Trump dismissed his remarks saying that he does not know who the Greenland Prime Minister is and that the Greenland problem is a big problem.&nbsp;&nbsp;Speaking to reporters alongside Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, Nielsen said, "If we have to choose between the United States and Denmark here and now, we choose Denmark. One thing must be clear to everyone: Greenland does not want to be owned by the United States. Greenland does not want to be governed by the United States. Greenland does not want to be part of the United States."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/trump-walking-towards-greenland-white-house-tap-to-monitor-post-sparks-speculations-about-us-strike-1768274674811">Trump walking towards Greenland? White House 'tap to monitor' post sparks speculations about US strike</a>&nbsp;Trump slammed Nielsen and said that "disagreed" with Nielsen, stressing that he had "no idea" who he was. “Who said that? Well, that's their problem. I disagree with him. I don't know who he is. Don't know anything about him. But that's gonna be a big problem for him.”<h2>Trump's Greenland controversy</h2>It all started soon after US strike on Caracas and the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Trump claimed that making the Danish territory part of the United States would serve US national security interests, given its strategic location on the Arctic. Trump argued that US ownership is a necessity to prevent Russia or China from occupying the territory. He claimed that the area is already "covered with Russian and Chinese ships" and mocked Greenland’s own defenses as consisting of just “two dog sleds.” Despite opposition from his NATO allies, Trump has continued with his rhetoric, saying, "I'm a fan of Denmark, too, I have to tell you. And you know, they've been very nice to me…But you know, the fact that they had a boat land there 500 years ago doesn't mean that they own the land." He also declared that United States will make a deal with Greenland either the “hard way or the easy way.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/nato-s-future-at-risk-denmark-warns-us-takeover-of-greenland-could-end-the-alliance-1768067491963">NATO’s future at risk? Denmark warns US takeover of Greenland could end the alliance</a>&nbsp;While Trump insisted that America “absolutely needs Greenland”, and it may use military options for the same, Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen urged America to stop "threatening." "The US has no right to annex any of the three nations in the Danish kingdom," Frederiksen said. Greenland PM Jens-Frederik Nielsen and all five major parties issued a joint statement, asserting, “We don't want to be Americans.”<h2>Why is Greenland important?</h2>Greenland has a population of 57,000 people. Denmark controls defence and foreign policy in Greenland while the island has been under extensive self-government since 1979. Greenland is often described as a "giant stationary aircraft carrier" due to its position in the Arctic. It holds massive deposits of rare earth elements. Approximately 20% of the world's fresh water is locked in Greenland's ice sheet.

Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen rejected Donald Trump’s push to take control of the Arctic territory, saying Greenland chooses Denmark and does not want US ownership. Trump dismissed the remarks, insisting the US needs Greenland for security despite Danish opposition.

Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen on Tuesday (Jan 13) said that if his country has to choose, it would prefer staying with Denmark. His rejection came as a direct answer to US President Donald Trump’s push to take control of the Arctic territory. He also said that US should understand this very clearly that ‘Greenland does not want to be owned by the United States.’ However, Trump dismissed his remarks saying that he does not know who the Greenland Prime Minister is and that the Greenland problem is a big problem. Speaking to reporters alongside Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, Nielsen said, "If we have to choose between the United States and Denmark here and now, we choose Denmark. One thing must be clear to everyone: Greenland does not want to be owned by the United States. Greenland does not want to be governed by the United States. Greenland does not want to be part of the United States." Also Read: Trump walking towards Greenland? White House 'tap to monitor' post sparks speculations about US strike Trump slammed Nielsen and said that "disagreed" with Nielsen, stressing that he had "no idea" who he was. “Who said that? Well, that's their problem. I disagree with him. I don't know who he is. Don't know anything about him. But that's gonna be a big problem for him.” Trump's Greenland controversy It all started soon after US strike on Caracas and the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Trump claimed that making the Danish territory part of the United States would serve US national security interests, given its strategic location on the Arctic. Trump argued that US ownership is a necessity to prevent Russia or China from occupying the territory. He claimed that the area is already "covered with Russian and Chinese ships" and mocked Greenland’s own defenses as consisting of just “two dog sleds.” Despite opposition from his NATO allies, Trump has continued with his rhetoric, saying, "I'm a fan of Denmark, too, I have to tell you. And you know, they've been very nice to me…But you know, the fact that they had a boat land there 500 years ago doesn't mean that they own the land." He also declared that United States will make a deal with Greenland either the “hard way or the easy way.” Also Read: NATO’s future at risk? Denmark warns US takeover of Greenland could end the alliance While Trump insisted that America “absolutely needs Greenland”, and it may use military options for the same, Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen urged America to stop "threatening." "The US has no right to annex any of the three nations in the Danish kingdom," Frederiksen said. Greenland PM Jens-Frederik Nielsen and all five major parties issued a joint statement, asserting, “We don't want to be Americans.” Why is Greenland important? Greenland has a population of 57,000 people. Denmark controls defence and foreign policy in Greenland while the island has been under extensive self-government since 1979. Greenland is often described as a "giant stationary aircraft carrier" due to its position in the Arctic. It holds massive deposits of rare earth elements. Approximately 20% of the world's fresh water is locked in Greenland's ice sheet.

Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen rejected Donald Trump’s push to take control of the Arctic territory, saying Greenland chooses Denmark and does not want US ownership. Trump dismissed the remarks, insisting the US needs Greenland for security despite Danish opposition.

'We choose Denmark’: Greenland rejects Trump’s takeover push, US president quips 'who is he'

In 2025, Earth experienced its third-warmest year on record with average temperatures exceeding 1.5 degrees Celsius of global warming over three years, marking the longest period since records began, EU scientists confirmed on Wednesday, news agency Reuters reported.&nbsp;Data from the EU’s European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts showed that the past three years were the hottest on record, with 2025 only 0.01 degrees Celsius cooler than 2023. The UK Met Office, Britain's national weather service, also confirmed 2025 as the third-warmest in since 1850 when records began. These temperature figures are likely to be published by the World Meteorological Organisation on Wednesday.&nbsp;The ECMWF said the planet has also recorded its first three-year stretch in which average global temperatures were 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, a threshold scientists warn could trigger severe, and in some cases irreversible, consequences of global warming.&nbsp;"1.5 C is not a cliff edge. However, we know that every fraction of a degree matters, particularly for worsening extreme weather events," said Samantha Burgess, strategic lead for climate at ECMWF.<h3>Commitment to limiting global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius</h3>Under the 2015 Paris Agreement, governments committed to limiting global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, measured over several decades. However, ECMWF stated that inadequate cuts in greenhouse gas emissions mean the world could cross this limit before 2030 — around a decade earlier than expected when the accord was signed.&nbsp;"We are bound to pass it," said Carlo Buontempo, director of the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service. "The choice we now have is how to best manage the inevitable overshoot and its consequences on societies and natural systems."&nbsp;At present, the world's long-term warming level is about 1.4 °C more than the pre-industrial era, according to ECMWF. On a short-term basis, the 1.5-degree threshold was already surpassed in 2024. Even a temporary breach of the long-term 1.5 °C limit would result in more intense and widespread impacts, such as longer and hotter heatwaves, along with stronger storms and flooding.&nbsp;Meanwhile, wildfires in Europe generated the highest total emissions on record in 2025. However, scientific studies indicated that specific weather events were made worse by climate change, which include Hurricane Melissa in the Caribbean and monsoon rains in Pakistan, claiming the lives of over 1,000 people in floods.&nbsp;

Data from the EU’s European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts showed that the past three years were the hottest on record, with 2025 only 0.01 degrees Celsius cooler than 2023. Britain's national weather service also confirmed 2025 as the third-warmest year since 1850.

In 2025, Earth experienced its third-warmest year on record with average temperatures exceeding 1.5 degrees Celsius of global warming over three years, marking the longest period since records began, EU scientists confirmed on Wednesday, news agency Reuters reported. Data from the EU’s European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts showed that the past three years were the hottest on record, with 2025 only 0.01 degrees Celsius cooler than 2023. The UK Met Office, Britain's national weather service, also confirmed 2025 as the third-warmest in since 1850 when records began. These temperature figures are likely to be published by the World Meteorological Organisation on Wednesday. The ECMWF said the planet has also recorded its first three-year stretch in which average global temperatures were 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, a threshold scientists warn could trigger severe, and in some cases irreversible, consequences of global warming. "1.5 C is not a cliff edge. However, we know that every fraction of a degree matters, particularly for worsening extreme weather events," said Samantha Burgess, strategic lead for climate at ECMWF. Commitment to limiting global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius Under the 2015 Paris Agreement, governments committed to limiting global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, measured over several decades. However, ECMWF stated that inadequate cuts in greenhouse gas emissions mean the world could cross this limit before 2030 — around a decade earlier than expected when the accord was signed. "We are bound to pass it," said Carlo Buontempo, director of the EU's Copernicus Climate Change Service. "The choice we now have is how to best manage the inevitable overshoot and its consequences on societies and natural systems." At present, the world's long-term warming level is about 1.4 °C more than the pre-industrial era, according to ECMWF. On a short-term basis, the 1.5-degree threshold was already surpassed in 2024. Even a temporary breach of the long-term 1.5 °C limit would result in more intense and widespread impacts, such as longer and hotter heatwaves, along with stronger storms and flooding. Meanwhile, wildfires in Europe generated the highest total emissions on record in 2025. However, scientific studies indicated that specific weather events were made worse by climate change, which include Hurricane Melissa in the Caribbean and monsoon rains in Pakistan, claiming the lives of over 1,000 people in floods.

Data from the EU’s European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts showed that the past three years were the hottest on record, with 2025 only 0.01 degrees Celsius cooler than 2023. Britain's national weather service also confirmed 2025 as the third-warmest year since 1850.

Earth logs third-warmest year in 2025 as 1.5°C threshold breached for three years, scientists confirm

At least 22 people were killed and more than 30 injured on Wednesday (Jan 14) after a construction crane collapsed onto a passenger train in northeast Thailand, derailing the coaches and triggering a fire, according to local authorities. "Twenty-two people were killed, and more than 30 were injured," said local police chief Thatchapon Chinnawong, as per reports.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/trump-caught-on-camera-telling-heckler-fuck-you-flips-middle-finger-as-paedophile-protector-taunt-hits-nerve-watch-jeffrey-epstein-1768364121952">'F**k You': Trump drops the 'F bomb' as heckler calls him 'paedophile protector' | Watch</a><h2>What happened?</h2>The accident unfolded during the morning rush. Reports suggest the crash happened around 9:00 am local time in Nakhon Ratchasima province, roughly 250 kilometres from Bangkok. Police said the crane was part of ongoing work on a China-backed high-speed rail project when it suddenly fell onto the tracks just as a passenger train was passing beneath it.Video footage broadcast by Thai media showed a brightly coloured train lying on its side, with thick smoke rising from twisted metal. Rescue workers and firefighters were seen scrambling across the wreckage, pulling survivors from damaged carriages while medics treated the injured on site.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-accuses-us-of-plotting-regime-change-after-trump-tells-protestors-help-is-on-its-way-1768353184275">Iran accuses US of plotting 'regime change' after Trump says 'HELP ON ITS WAY'</a>Officials said the train was travelling from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani province. Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn said there were 195 passengers on board at the time of the accident, and that teams were working to identify the victims and inform families.The crane was being used in the construction of a 5.4-billion-dollar high-speed rail line, a flagship infrastructure project under Beijing's vast "Belt and Road" infrastructure initiative. The line will eventually link Bangkok with Kunming in southern China via Laos by 2028, forming part of China’s broader regional connectivity push. According to AFP, industrial and construction site accidents have long been common in Thailand, where lax enforcement of safety regulations often leads to deadly incidents.

A construction crane collapsed onto a passenger train in northeast Thailand on Wednesday, killing at least 22 people and injuring more than 30 others.

At least 22 people were killed and more than 30 injured on Wednesday (Jan 14) after a construction crane collapsed onto a passenger train in northeast Thailand, derailing the coaches and triggering a fire, according to local authorities. "Twenty-two people were killed, and more than 30 were injured," said local police chief Thatchapon Chinnawong, as per reports. Also read | 'F**k You': Trump drops the 'F bomb' as heckler calls him 'paedophile protector' | Watch What happened? The accident unfolded during the morning rush. Reports suggest the crash happened around 9:00 am local time in Nakhon Ratchasima province, roughly 250 kilometres from Bangkok. Police said the crane was part of ongoing work on a China-backed high-speed rail project when it suddenly fell onto the tracks just as a passenger train was passing beneath it. Video footage broadcast by Thai media showed a brightly coloured train lying on its side, with thick smoke rising from twisted metal. Rescue workers and firefighters were seen scrambling across the wreckage, pulling survivors from damaged carriages while medics treated the injured on site. Also read | Iran accuses US of plotting 'regime change' after Trump says 'HELP ON ITS WAY' Officials said the train was travelling from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani province. Transport Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn said there were 195 passengers on board at the time of the accident, and that teams were working to identify the victims and inform families. The crane was being used in the construction of a 5.4-billion-dollar high-speed rail line, a flagship infrastructure project under Beijing's vast "Belt and Road" infrastructure initiative. The line will eventually link Bangkok with Kunming in southern China via Laos by 2028, forming part of China’s broader regional connectivity push. According to AFP, industrial and construction site accidents have long been common in Thailand, where lax enforcement of safety regulations often leads to deadly incidents.

A construction crane collapsed onto a passenger train in northeast Thailand on Wednesday, killing at least 22 people and injuring more than 30 others.

Crane crushes passenger train in Thailand, at least 22 killed, dozens injured

A United Auto Workers union member has been suspended by Ford after a heated exchange with President Donald Trump on Tuesday in Michigan, a UAW representative confirmed, as reported by CBS News Detroit. A video circulated by TMZ appears to show an incident during Trump's visit to the Rouge Centre in Dearborn, in which the president responded to a heckler shouting at him. Later in the video, Trump appeared to point and mouth "f*** you," showing his middle finger.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">WATCH: Donald Trump flips off a Ford worker and appears to say “fu*k you” after the worker shouted “pedophile protector.” <a href="https://t.co/juqZLvpTUz">pic.twitter.com/juqZLvpTUz</a>&mdash; Republicans against Trump (@RpsAgainstTrump) <a href="https://twitter.com/RpsAgainstTrump/status/2011190207463203058?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 13, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>The UAW member shouted ‘pedophile protector’</h3>TMZ reported that the person shouted “pedophile protector”, apparently referring to the Trump administration’s handling of files linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The individual was not identified, and a UAW representative declined to provide a name.&nbsp;Reacting to the episode, White House Communications Director Steven Cheung told CBS News Detroit that "A lunatic was wildly screaming expletives in a complete fit of rage, and the President gave an appropriate and unambiguous response."&nbsp;Ford Motor Company spokesperson David Tovar said, "We had a great event today and we're proud of how our employees represented Ford. We've seen the clip you're referring to. One of our core values is respect and we don't condone anyone saying anything inappropriate like that within our facilities. When that happens, we have a process to deal with it but we don't get into specific personnel matters."&nbsp;Trump paid his visit to Michigan on Tuesday to address the Detroit Economic Club and tour Ford's manufacturing plant in Dearborn. It trip of the president was his first visit since he came to Metro Detroit in April 2025 to celebrate his first 100 days in office.&nbsp;Later in the day, Trump spoke at the Sound Board Theatre at MotorCity Casino, highlighting economic issues and his win in Michigan in the 2024 election. He also defended his administration’s tariff policies, saying “tariff” was among his favourite words.

TMZ reported that the person shouted “pedophile protector”, apparently referring to the Trump administration’s handling of files linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The individual was not identified, and a UAW representative declined to provide a name.

A United Auto Workers union member has been suspended by Ford after a heated exchange with President Donald Trump on Tuesday in Michigan, a UAW representative confirmed, as reported by CBS News Detroit. A video circulated by TMZ appears to show an incident during Trump's visit to the Rouge Centre in Dearborn, in which the president responded to a heckler shouting at him. Later in the video, Trump appeared to point and mouth "f*** you," showing his middle finger.

TMZ reported that the person shouted “pedophile protector”, apparently referring to the Trump administration’s handling of files linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The individual was not identified, and a UAW representative declined to provide a name.

Ford suspends UAW member after Trump flips middle finger, says ‘f**k you’ amid heated exchange: Report

After hinting at a strike on Iran, US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (Jan 13) that his end game is to win. Reiterating that the United States will take “very strong action” if Iranian authorities carry out hanging of protestors. He also said that there is no clear picture on the extend of crackdown by the Iranian regime. Trump also called the protesters “Iranian patriots” and have warned Iran of military action several times as Iran protests continues for third week.&nbsp;Speaking to CBS News, “We will take very strong action if they do such a thing.” When asked about his end goal, he said, “The end game is to win. I like winning." "I hear numbers -- look, one death is too much -- but I hear much lower numbers, and then I hear much higher numbers…The killing looks like it's significant, but we don't know yet for certain. I'll know within 20 minutes -- and we'll act accordingly. We don't want to see what's happening in Iran happen. And you know, if they want to have protests, that's one thing, when they start killing thousands of people, and now you're telling me about hanging — we'll see how that works out for them. It's not going to work out good," he added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/pezeshkian-joins-pro-government-rally-khamenei-warns-us-and-trump-analyses-military-options-what-s-latest-from-iran-protest-1768283311340">Pezeshkian joins pro-government rally, Khamenei warns US and Trump analyses 'military options': What's latest from Iran protest</a>&nbsp;When asked about the nature of the “help” that Trump hinted at in his social media post, the POTUS did not reveal the specifics. He reiterated that "there's a lot of help on the way" for Iranian citizens, saying it's being offered in "different forms." He mentioned the US airstrikes last year targeting three of Iran's nuclear facilities, but offered no other specifics.<h2>Trump offers ‘help,’ Russia reacts</h2>US President Trump took to Truth Social to declare that “help is on its way” triggering massive speculations of strike on Tehran. He also asked people to take a note of all “killers and abusers” and assured that they would pay a “big price.” In a sharp criticism of Trump's statement, Russia warned America of “disastrous consequences" not only for the Middle East but also for global security. In a strongly worded statement, the Russian Foreign Ministry called out America's “subversive external interference” in Iran’s internal affairs and denounced US threats of military action, saying such moves are “categorically unacceptable.” Terming the situation in Iran as “dangerously volatile,” Moscow said that the region will be thrown into instability if there is an external interference.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/secret-meeting-did-us-envoy-steve-witkoff-meet-exiled-crown-prince-reza-pahlavi-as-protests-in-iran-escalates-1768330093737">Secret meeting? Did US Envoy Steve Witkoff meet exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi as protests in Iran escalates?</a><h2>US envoy met Reza Pahlavi, spoke to Araghchi?</h2>Meanwhile, reports suggested that White House envoy Steve Witkoff secretly met over the weekend with exiled Iranian crown prince Reza Pahlavi to discuss Iran’s escalating protests. Pahlavi&nbsp;has not stepped inside Iran since 40 years now but has been vocal on social media over the ongoing protest. Some reports also claimed that Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reportedly held talks with Witkoff. These reports signify the extent of US involvement in the ongoing Iranian protest but do not give a clear picture about further US action.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadian-mp-lights-cigar-with-khamenei-s-burning-photo-amid-iran-protest-joins-viral-trend-watch-1768290679639">Canadian MP lights cigar with Khamenei's burning photo amid Iran protest, joins viral trend</a><h2>Iran Protest: 1,850 protesters killed</h2>Iran is witnessing massive protest against the clerical regime that has been in power after Islamic revolution of 1979. The protest that began as a reaction to the &nbsp;catastrophic economic collapse soon snowballed into calls for regime change. Iranian regime has warned protesters of death penalty and blamed US and Israel for the widespread anger. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei predicted that US will witness a downfall similar to of Shah's regime in 1979.&nbsp;The US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) reported that so far 1,850 protesters have been killed in Iran, including 135 people affiliated with the government and nine uninvolved civilians as well as nine children. As a part of crackdown, Iranian regime has imposed a complete internet blockade. Elon Musk's Starlink is the only source of internet that is available to Iranians currently.

Donald Trump warned Iran of “very strong action” if protesters are hanged, calling demonstrators “Iranian patriots” and hinting at help in different forms. Protests enter a third week with rising deaths.

After hinting at a strike on Iran, US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (Jan 13) that his end game is to win. Reiterating that the United States will take “very strong action” if Iranian authorities carry out hanging of protestors. He also said that there is no clear picture on the extend of crackdown by the Iranian regime. Trump also called the protesters “Iranian patriots” and have warned Iran of military action several times as Iran protests continues for third week. Speaking to CBS News, “We will take very strong action if they do such a thing.” When asked about his end goal, he said, “The end game is to win. I like winning." "I hear numbers -- look, one death is too much -- but I hear much lower numbers, and then I hear much higher numbers…The killing looks like it's significant, but we don't know yet for certain. I'll know within 20 minutes -- and we'll act accordingly. We don't want to see what's happening in Iran happen. And you know, if they want to have protests, that's one thing, when they start killing thousands of people, and now you're telling me about hanging — we'll see how that works out for them. It's not going to work out good," he added. Also Read: Pezeshkian joins pro-government rally, Khamenei warns US and Trump analyses 'military options': What's latest from Iran protest When asked about the nature of the “help” that Trump hinted at in his social media post, the POTUS did not reveal the specifics. He reiterated that "there's a lot of help on the way" for Iranian citizens, saying it's being offered in "different forms." He mentioned the US airstrikes last year targeting three of Iran's nuclear facilities, but offered no other specifics. Trump offers ‘help,’ Russia reacts US President Trump took to Truth Social to declare that “help is on its way” triggering massive speculations of strike on Tehran. He also asked people to take a note of all “killers and abusers” and assured that they would pay a “big price.” In a sharp criticism of Trump's statement, Russia warned America of “disastrous consequences" not only for the Middle East but also for global security. In a strongly worded statement, the Russian Foreign Ministry called out America's “subversive external interference” in Iran’s internal affairs and denounced US threats of military action, saying such moves are “categorically unacceptable.” Terming the situation in Iran as “dangerously volatile,” Moscow said that the region will be thrown into instability if there is an external interference. Also Read: Secret meeting? Did US Envoy Steve Witkoff meet exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi as protests in Iran escalates? US envoy met Reza Pahlavi, spoke to Araghchi? Meanwhile, reports suggested that White House envoy Steve Witkoff secretly met over the weekend with exiled Iranian crown prince Reza Pahlavi to discuss Iran’s escalating protests. Pahlavi has not stepped inside Iran since 40 years now but has been vocal on social media over the ongoing protest. Some reports also claimed that Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reportedly held talks with Witkoff. These reports signify the extent of US involvement in the ongoing Iranian protest but do not give a clear picture about further US action. Also Read: Canadian MP lights cigar with Khamenei's burning photo amid Iran protest, joins viral trend Iran Protest: 1,850 protesters killed Iran is witnessing massive protest against the clerical regime that has been in power after Islamic revolution of 1979. The protest that began as a reaction to the catastrophic economic collapse soon snowballed into calls for regime change. Iranian regime has warned protesters of death penalty and blamed US and Israel for the widespread anger. Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei predicted that US will witness a downfall similar to of Shah's regime in 1979. The US-based Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA) reported that so far 1,850 protesters have been killed in Iran, including 135 people affiliated with the government and nine uninvolved civilians as well as nine children. As a part of crackdown, Iranian regime has imposed a complete internet blockade. Elon Musk's Starlink is the only source of internet that is available to Iranians currently.

Donald Trump warned Iran of “very strong action” if protesters are hanged, calling demonstrators “Iranian patriots” and hinting at help in different forms. Protests enter a third week with rising deaths.

'End game is to win. I like winning': Trump warns of 'very strong action' as Iran prepares to hang protesters

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