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A magnitude-6 earthquake struck Seram, Indonesia, on Nov 20 at a depth of 136 km, according to GFZ, just a day after Mount Semeru erupted, sending ash 2 km high. Authorities warned residents to stay 2.5 km away. 

An earthquake of magnitude 6 hit Seram, Indonesia, the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) said on Thursday (Nov 20). The quake was at a depth of 136 kilometers (84.51 miles) GFZ said. The earthquake hit the country within 24 hours of eruption of Semeru volcano. There is no tsunami warning at the time pf publishing the article. The volcano on Wednesday spewed ash clouds as high as 2 kilometers above the mountain's peak, the country's volcanology agency said, adding residents should keep to a 2.5 km distance away due to risks. Semeru is one of Indonesia's nearly 130 active volcanoes. Indonesia is in the "Pacific Ring of Fire", a highly seismically active zone, where different plates on the earth’s crust meet and create a large number of earthquakes and volcanoes. Meanwhile, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), a moderately shallow magnitude 5.9 earthquake was also reported early afternoon near Indonesia's Ambon, Kota Ambon, Maluku. (This is a developing story)

A magnitude-6 earthquake struck Seram, Indonesia, on Nov 20 at a depth of 136 km, according to GFZ, just a day after Mount Semeru erupted, sending ash 2 km high. Authorities warned residents to stay 2.5 km away.&nbsp;

Earthquake of magnitude 6 hits Indonesia: Is there a tsunami warning?

A group of computer scientists at the University of Vienna have managed to scrape all the contact numbers linked to the 3.5 bn WhatsApp accounts, and at least 57 per cent of the publicly available profile pictures by abusing WhatsApp's contact discovery feature. Among the active users, nearly 750 mn were from India, and 62 per cent of Indian users had a visible profile picture. They also manage to salvage the about text, companion-device usage, business account information, and more.<h2>The Method Used</h2>They exploited the contact discovery algorithm of WhatsApp. For instance, you save a phone number on your phone, and when your WhatsApp has access to your phone book, WhatsApp shows if the number is available on WhatsApp, pulls out the profile picture too if it is publicly visible, using advanced techniques leveraging the platform’s XMPP endpoints.&nbsp;<h2>Why is this alarming?</h2>The sheer scale of profile data that was extracted by the researcher shows the ineffective nature of the rate-limiting that WhatsApp has claimed to implement. This also reflects that a large amount of profile data is exposed to scraping and profiling by malicious entities. Eventhough the flow didn't involve breaking WhatsApp's end-to-end encryption, but exposed a design flow that users who believe that their contact details and profile picture are visible to only the contact list can be exploited if it is set to everybody, and can be used to create vast databases of personally identifiable information like a ‘reverse phone-book’, “Beyond facial features, additional elements captured in profile pictures, such as license plates, street signs, or recognizable landmarks, could enable more sophisticated profiling and leak a user’s identity, location, or daily environment.” read the research paper. In India user's phone number or email address is classified as personal data, under the DPDP Act 2023; however, the provisions of the act do not apply to the personal data that has been publicly made available by the user.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Researchers scraped 3.5 billion WhatsApp numbers and millions of profile pictures by exploiting a contact discovery flaw, exposing major privacy risks for users.

A group of computer scientists at the University of Vienna have managed to scrape all the contact numbers linked to the 3.5 bn WhatsApp accounts, and at least 57 per cent of the publicly available profile pictures by abusing WhatsApp's contact discovery feature. Among the active users, nearly 750 mn were from India, and 62 per cent of Indian users had a visible profile picture. They also manage to salvage the about text, companion-device usage, business account information, and more. The Method Used They exploited the contact discovery algorithm of WhatsApp. For instance, you save a phone number on your phone, and when your WhatsApp has access to your phone book, WhatsApp shows if the number is available on WhatsApp, pulls out the profile picture too if it is publicly visible, using advanced techniques leveraging the platform’s XMPP endpoints. Why is this alarming? The sheer scale of profile data that was extracted by the researcher shows the ineffective nature of the rate-limiting that WhatsApp has claimed to implement. This also reflects that a large amount of profile data is exposed to scraping and profiling by malicious entities. Eventhough the flow didn't involve breaking WhatsApp's end-to-end encryption, but exposed a design flow that users who believe that their contact details and profile picture are visible to only the contact list can be exploited if it is set to everybody, and can be used to create vast databases of personally identifiable information like a ‘reverse phone-book’, “Beyond facial features, additional elements captured in profile pictures, such as license plates, street signs, or recognizable landmarks, could enable more sophisticated profiling and leak a user’s identity, location, or daily environment.” read the research paper. In India user's phone number or email address is classified as personal data, under the DPDP Act 2023; however, the provisions of the act do not apply to the personal data that has been publicly made available by the user.

Researchers scraped 3.5 billion WhatsApp numbers and millions of profile pictures by exploiting a contact discovery flaw, exposing major privacy risks for users.

Researchers scrape 3.5 bn phone numbers linked to WhatsApp accounts, can be used to create 'reverse phone-book'

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Universal Children’s Day is observed on November 20 annually to promote the rights and the well-being of children globally. Every child has the right to be educated, protected, have their voice heard and be provided with a safe environment. The themes for World Children’s Day 2025 are ‘My day, my rights’ and ‘For every child, every right.’&nbsp;On World Children’s Day 2025, every child should know the fundamental rights guaranteed by the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. These rights ensure their protection, development, and participation in society, empowering them to grow into fulfilled individuals and active citizens.<h3>Essential rights every child should know</h3><ul><li>Right to Survival and Development: Every child has the right to life, proper nutrition, healthcare, and a safe environment to grow physically and mentally.</li><li>Right to Education: Children should receive free and quality primary education, supporting their ability to learn, explore, and reach their full potential.</li><li>Right to health and nutrition: Children have the right to the best possible health care, clean water, and healthy food.</li><li>Protection from Exploitation and Abuse: Safeguards against forced labour, trafficking, neglect, and all forms of violence are essential to every child's well-being.</li><li>Right to Express Opinions and Participation: Children must be able to express their views on matters affecting them and participate in decisions, honouring their voice and creativity.</li><li>Right to Safety, Family, and Play: The right to live with family, enjoy play and leisure, and grow in a loving environment is crucial for overall happiness.</li><li>Right to be heard: Children have the right to express their opinions on matters that affect them and to have their views taken seriously.</li><li>Right to a safe environment: This includes a clean and safe place to live, educate and grow.</li></ul><h3>Why are these rights important?</h3><ul><li>These rights ensure that children are treated as individuals with their own needs, rather than as property or objects of charity.</li><li>Understanding these rights helps children understand their value and empowers them to speak up for themselves.</li><li>Protecting these rights is essential for children to reach their full potential and become contributing members of society.</li></ul>On World Children’s Day, it is important for educators, families and communities to teach children about these rights to foster awareness, ensuring children feel respected, heard, and protected. Education, advocacy and supportive environments enable every child to thrive.&nbsp;

On World Children’s Day 2025, every child should know the fundamental rights guaranteed by the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. These rights ensure their protection, development, and participation in society, empowering them to grow into fulfilled individuals and active citizens.

Universal Children’s Day is observed on November 20 annually to promote the rights and the well-being of children globally. Every child has the right to be educated, protected, have their voice heard and be provided with a safe environment. The themes for World Children’s Day 2025 are ‘My day, my rights’ and ‘For every child, every right.’ On World Children’s Day 2025, every child should know the fundamental rights guaranteed by the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. These rights ensure their protection, development, and participation in society, empowering them to grow into fulfilled individuals and active citizens. Essential rights every child should know Right to Survival and Development: Every child has the right to life, proper nutrition, healthcare, and a safe environment to grow physically and mentally. Right to Education: Children should receive free and quality primary education, supporting their ability to learn, explore, and reach their full potential. Right to health and nutrition: Children have the right to the best possible health care, clean water, and healthy food. Protection from Exploitation and Abuse: Safeguards against forced labour, trafficking, neglect, and all forms of violence are essential to every child's well-being. Right to Express Opinions and Participation: Children must be able to express their views on matters affecting them and participate in decisions, honouring their voice and creativity. Right to Safety, Family, and Play: The right to live with family, enjoy play and leisure, and grow in a loving environment is crucial for overall happiness. Right to be heard: Children have the right to express their opinions on matters that affect them and to have their views taken seriously. Right to a safe environment: This includes a clean and safe place to live, educate and grow. Why are these rights important? These rights ensure that children are treated as individuals with their own needs, rather than as property or objects of charity. Understanding these rights helps children understand their value and empowers them to speak up for themselves. Protecting these rights is essential for children to reach their full potential and become contributing members of society. On World Children’s Day, it is important for educators, families and communities to teach children about these rights to foster awareness, ensuring children feel respected, heard, and protected. Education, advocacy and supportive environments enable every child to thrive.

On World Children’s Day 2025, every child should know the fundamental rights guaranteed by the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. These rights ensure their protection, development, and participation in society, empowering them to grow into fulfilled individuals and active citizens.

World Children’s Day 2025: The essential rights every child should be aware of

US President Donald Trump wants to add another feather to his "peacemaker" cap. On Wednesday (Nov 19), he promised to throw the weight of the US presidency behind efforts to end Sudan's brutal civil war. But what caused the sudden shift? This apparently came after Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman pressed him to step in, something Trump admitted he had barely thought about until now.<h2>Sudan was not on 'my charts,' admits Trump</h2>Speaking at a business forum with the Saudi prince, a day after hosting him at the White House, Trump said the conflict between Sudan's army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) had simply "not been on my charts." But he said the scale of the violence and the importance Riyadh placed on the issue pushed him to act to "stabilise" the conflict with regional powers.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/khashoggi-s-widow-slams-trump-for-defending-mbs-over-journalist-s-murder-demands-apology-from-saudi-prince-1763511363926">Khashoggi’s widow slams Trump for defending MBS over journalist's murder, demands apology from Saudi prince</a>What this really means is that Washington will now tie itself more closely to a war that, as per the United Nations, has already killed tens of thousands and displaced nearly 12 million people since April 2023. "His majesty would like me to do something very powerful having to do with Sudan," Trump said."It was not on my charts to be involved in, I thought it was just something that was crazy and out of control. But I just see how important that is to you, and to a lot of your friends in the room, Sudan. And we're going to start working on Sudan," he added.<h2>'Crazy and out of control' war in Sudan</h2>What Trump called "just something that was crazy and out of control" is actually the fighting between Sudan’s army, led by Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, and the Rapid Support Forces. It has drawn in regional powers and triggered warnings of genocide, crimes against humanity, especially after the RSF captured the strategic Darfur city of El Fasher.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/gavin-newson-flips-quiet-piggy-insult-on-trump-trolls-potus-with-humiliating-pictures-check-them-out-here-1763526258448">Gavin Newsom flips 'quiet, piggy' insult on Trump, trolls POTUS with humiliating pictures. Check them out HERE</a>Sudan's Saudi-backed sovereign council welcomed Trump's remarks, saying it was ready to cooperate with the United States and Saudi Arabia. The United Nations has been calling for this kind of attention for months, describing Sudan as a humanitarian disaster sliding further into chaos.A few hours after his initial statement, Trump sharpened his tone on Truth Social, calling Sudan "the most violent place on Earth" and pledging to use ""influence of the presidency to bring an immediate halt" to the killing. Noting that "tremendous atrocities are taking place in Sudan," he said the US would work with Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, and other regional players to stabilise the country.&nbsp;

Trump says he will push for an end to Sudan’s civil war after Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged him to step in. Admitting the conflict was not on his radar, he now vows to use US influence to halt the violence that has killed tens of thousands and displaced millions.

US President Donald Trump wants to add another feather to his "peacemaker" cap. On Wednesday (Nov 19), he promised to throw the weight of the US presidency behind efforts to end Sudan's brutal civil war. But what caused the sudden shift? This apparently came after Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman pressed him to step in, something Trump admitted he had barely thought about until now. Sudan was not on 'my charts,' admits Trump Speaking at a business forum with the Saudi prince, a day after hosting him at the White House, Trump said the conflict between Sudan's army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) had simply "not been on my charts." But he said the scale of the violence and the importance Riyadh placed on the issue pushed him to act to "stabilise" the conflict with regional powers. Also read | Khashoggi’s widow slams Trump for defending MBS over journalist's murder, demands apology from Saudi prince What this really means is that Washington will now tie itself more closely to a war that, as per the United Nations, has already killed tens of thousands and displaced nearly 12 million people since April 2023. "His majesty would like me to do something very powerful having to do with Sudan," Trump said. "It was not on my charts to be involved in, I thought it was just something that was crazy and out of control. But I just see how important that is to you, and to a lot of your friends in the room, Sudan. And we're going to start working on Sudan," he added. 'Crazy and out of control' war in Sudan What Trump called "just something that was crazy and out of control" is actually the fighting between Sudan’s army, led by Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, and the Rapid Support Forces. It has drawn in regional powers and triggered warnings of genocide, crimes against humanity, especially after the RSF captured the strategic Darfur city of El Fasher. Also read | Gavin Newsom flips 'quiet, piggy' insult on Trump, trolls POTUS with humiliating pictures. Check them out HERE Sudan's Saudi-backed sovereign council welcomed Trump's remarks, saying it was ready to cooperate with the United States and Saudi Arabia. The United Nations has been calling for this kind of attention for months, describing Sudan as a humanitarian disaster sliding further into chaos. A few hours after his initial statement, Trump sharpened his tone on Truth Social, calling Sudan "the most violent place on Earth" and pledging to use ""influence of the presidency to bring an immediate halt" to the killing. Noting that "tremendous atrocities are taking place in Sudan," he said the US would work with Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, and other regional players to stabilise the country.

Trump says he will push for an end to Sudan’s civil war after Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged him to step in. Admitting the conflict was not on his radar, he now vows to use US influence to halt the violence that has killed tens of thousands and displaced millions.

'Wasn't on my charts': Trump to help solve Sudan war, but only because Saudi prince told him to act

Police chiefs in Britain have been asking their officers to address prostitutes as "sexual entrepreneurs", leading to accusations that this will lead to normalising the exploitation of women. The National Police Chiefs' Council's (NPCC) guidance has been termed "harmful and inappropriate" by the all-party parliamentary group (APPG) on Commercial Sexual Exploitation, The Telegraph reported. Labour MP Tonia Antoniazzi, who chairs the group, wrote a letter to policing and crime minister Sarah Jones, raising concerns that this move risks "confusion and undermines enforcement of legislation against sexual exploitation".&nbsp;<h2>‘Sex work’ a ‘career choice for some'</h2>Notably, the 'Sex Work National Police Guidance' refers to prostitutes as "sexual entrepreneurs", and tells officers to limit the use of the word “prostitute” or “prostitution” to “specific legal meanings and offences”. It adds that for some of them it is “a necessary survival strategy”, while others “have chosen to engage in commercial sex as a career choice", and "sex work is not necessarily a temporary arrangement that they seek to exit”.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/cia-paid-prostitutes-to-lure-men-into-a-brothel-and-drug-them-as-part-of-a-mind-control-research-program-1753955070830">CIA wanted to control people's minds. So it had sex workers lure men into a fake brothel and drug them with LSD</a>&nbsp;Criticising the guidance, the APPG said the term “sex work” was not contained in any UK legislation. “It is an ideological, political and deeply contested term, and its recommended use by the NPCC is highly inappropriate,” said the APPG. It also goes against a recommendation by the Commons home affairs select committee, prohibiting the use of the word "sex work" by law enforcement agencies. “This is because the term ‘sex work’ normalises the exchange of money for sex acts as a job. It is not; it is sexual exploitation and abuse,” said the APPG.&nbsp;<h2>‘Only way of physical contact for disabled officers’</h2>The guidance also states that banning paying for sex could cause "significant distress" to disabled officers since, for some of them, "there is no other option and using such services may be their only access to a physical relationship of any kind". The APPG was shocked by this statement, calling it "deeply offensive." It asked police chiefs in England and Wales to follow Scotland police on the matter, who do not use the term “sex work” and “recognised the exchange of money for sex acts as a form of violence against women”. &nbsp;

Police officers in Britain and Wales are being told to refer to prostitutes as sexual entrepreneurs. A guidance even states that paying for sex was the only way to have a physical relationship for some disabled officers.

Police chiefs in Britain have been asking their officers to address prostitutes as "sexual entrepreneurs", leading to accusations that this will lead to normalising the exploitation of women. The National Police Chiefs' Council's (NPCC) guidance has been termed "harmful and inappropriate" by the all-party parliamentary group (APPG) on Commercial Sexual Exploitation, The Telegraph reported. Labour MP Tonia Antoniazzi, who chairs the group, wrote a letter to policing and crime minister Sarah Jones, raising concerns that this move risks "confusion and undermines enforcement of legislation against sexual exploitation". ‘Sex work’ a ‘career choice for some' Notably, the 'Sex Work National Police Guidance' refers to prostitutes as "sexual entrepreneurs", and tells officers to limit the use of the word “prostitute” or “prostitution” to “specific legal meanings and offences”. It adds that for some of them it is “a necessary survival strategy”, while others “have chosen to engage in commercial sex as a career choice", and "sex work is not necessarily a temporary arrangement that they seek to exit”. Also Read: CIA wanted to control people's minds. So it had sex workers lure men into a fake brothel and drug them with LSD Criticising the guidance, the APPG said the term “sex work” was not contained in any UK legislation. “It is an ideological, political and deeply contested term, and its recommended use by the NPCC is highly inappropriate,” said the APPG. It also goes against a recommendation by the Commons home affairs select committee, prohibiting the use of the word "sex work" by law enforcement agencies. “This is because the term ‘sex work’ normalises the exchange of money for sex acts as a job. It is not; it is sexual exploitation and abuse,” said the APPG. ‘Only way of physical contact for disabled officers’ The guidance also states that banning paying for sex could cause "significant distress" to disabled officers since, for some of them, "there is no other option and using such services may be their only access to a physical relationship of any kind". The APPG was shocked by this statement, calling it "deeply offensive." It asked police chiefs in England and Wales to follow Scotland police on the matter, who do not use the term “sex work” and “recognised the exchange of money for sex acts as a form of violence against women”.

Police officers in Britain and Wales are being told to refer to prostitutes as "sexual entrepreneurs". A guidance even states that paying for sex was the only way to have a physical relationship for some disabled officers.

'Sexual entrepreneurs', not prostitutes: Anger erupts in England as guidance says paying for sex only way out for some disabled officers

Pakistan is plagued with corruption due to systemic weaknesses across state institutions, which need to be addressed in order to boost its economic growth, said the International Monetary Fund (IMF), in its long-awaited Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Assessment (GCDA). IMF has called for urgent structural reform for strengthening Pakistan's economy that has been in a poor state for a long time.&nbsp;The Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Assessment of IMF estimates a 5 to 6.5 per cent economic growth over five years if Pakistan begins to implement a comprehensive package of governance reforms, reported the Dawn.&nbsp;“Pakistan could generate between a 5pc to 6.5pc increase in GDP by implementing a package of governance reforms over the course of five years” beginning in three to six months, it said.The report has urged an end to preferential treatment to influential public sector entities in government contracts. It has also demanded transparency in the functioning of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC).&nbsp;“A unifying theme is the emphasis on increasing transparency and accountability in policy formulation, implementation and monitoring. This involves improving access to information and strengthening the capacity of state and non-state stakeholders to participate effectively in governance and economic decision-making,” read the IMF assessment, according to Dawn.The report spoke about Pakistan gaining substantial economic grown if the governance is improved by fixing accountability and instilling integrity based on the recommendations of the GCDA.&nbsp;It also identified the tax system of the country as a problem area for the 'poor economy'. According to Dawn the system that is overly complex and opaque has insufficient capacity, management and oversight and requires an overhaul.&nbsp;The judicial sector for its organisational complexities and inefficiency to reliably enforce contracts or protect property rights was also said to be a hurdle in the growth of Pakistan's economy.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Assessment of IMF also identified the tax system of the country as a problem area for the ‘poor economy’.

Pakistan is plagued with corruption due to systemic weaknesses across state institutions, which need to be addressed in order to boost its economic growth, said the International Monetary Fund (IMF), in its long-awaited Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Assessment (GCDA). IMF has called for urgent structural reform for strengthening Pakistan's economy that has been in a poor state for a long time. The Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Assessment of IMF estimates a 5 to 6.5 per cent economic growth over five years if Pakistan begins to implement a comprehensive package of governance reforms, reported the Dawn. “Pakistan could generate between a 5pc to 6.5pc increase in GDP by implementing a package of governance reforms over the course of five years” beginning in three to six months, it said. The report has urged an end to preferential treatment to influential public sector entities in government contracts. It has also demanded transparency in the functioning of the Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC). “A unifying theme is the emphasis on increasing transparency and accountability in policy formulation, implementation and monitoring. This involves improving access to information and strengthening the capacity of state and non-state stakeholders to participate effectively in governance and economic decision-making,” read the IMF assessment, according to Dawn. The report spoke about Pakistan gaining substantial economic grown if the governance is improved by fixing accountability and instilling integrity based on the recommendations of the GCDA. It also identified the tax system of the country as a problem area for the 'poor economy'. According to Dawn the system that is overly complex and opaque has insufficient capacity, management and oversight and requires an overhaul. The judicial sector for its organisational complexities and inefficiency to reliably enforce contracts or protect property rights was also said to be a hurdle in the growth of Pakistan's economy.

The Governance and Corruption Diagnostic Assessment of IMF also identified the tax system of the country as a problem area for the ‘poor economy’.&nbsp;

Pakistan economy hit by 'deep corruption across state institutions', requires urgent reforms, says IMF

World Children’s Day 2025: To encourage global unity and raise awareness about the rights and well-being of children, the world celebrates Children’s Day annually on November 20. This day is significant as the UN General Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child in 1959 and later the Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) in 1989.&nbsp;World Children’s Day advocates and highlights children’s rights, developmental needs and protection from violence as well as abuse. Although Universal Children's Day falls on November 20, different nations celebrate it in their own way on different dates. For example, India observed Children’s Day on November 14 to honour the birth anniversary of the country’s first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. Whereas Japan celebrates its National Children's Day annually on May 5, known as 'Kodomo no Hi'.<h3>What is the theme of World Children’s Day 2025?</h3>The themes for World Children’s Day 2025 are “My day, my rights” and “For every child, every right.” These UNICEF-led themes highlight the importance of empowering children to express their views and ensuring that their rights are protected.<h3>What is the history of World Children’s Day?</h3>The origins of World Children’s Day go back to 1954, when the UN General Assembly encouraged countries to set aside a dedicated day to foster international solidarity, enhance welfare, and work collectively for the well-being of children. November 20 was chosen as it commemorates the adoption of both the Declaration of the Rights of the Child and the Convention on the Rights of the Child by the UN General Assembly.<h3>Why is World Children’s Day significant?</h3>World Children’s Day aims to highlight critical issues affecting children, such as ending violence and abuse, ensuring safety, and upholding rights to education, play, and healthcare. UNICEF emphasises that children possess the same basic human rights as adults, as well as additional protections suited to their developmental needs.&nbsp;UNICEF also added that children are not the property of their parents or passive recipients of charity; they are individuals with their own rights. The Convention on the Rights of the Child outlines the essential rights that allow children to grow to their fullest potential, recognising them as individuals, family members, and contributors to society with responsibilities appropriate to their age.

World Children’s Day advocates and highlights children’s rights, developmental needs and protection from violence. This day is significant as the UN General Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child in 1959 and later the Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) in 1989.

World Children’s Day 2025: To encourage global unity and raise awareness about the rights and well-being of children, the world celebrates Children’s Day annually on November 20. This day is significant as the UN General Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child in 1959 and later the Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) in 1989. World Children’s Day advocates and highlights children’s rights, developmental needs and protection from violence as well as abuse. Although Universal Children's Day falls on November 20, different nations celebrate it in their own way on different dates. For example, India observed Children’s Day on November 14 to honour the birth anniversary of the country’s first Prime Minister, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru. Whereas Japan celebrates its National Children's Day annually on May 5, known as 'Kodomo no Hi'. What is the theme of World Children’s Day 2025? The themes for World Children’s Day 2025 are “My day, my rights” and “For every child, every right.” These UNICEF-led themes highlight the importance of empowering children to express their views and ensuring that their rights are protected. What is the history of World Children’s Day? The origins of World Children’s Day go back to 1954, when the UN General Assembly encouraged countries to set aside a dedicated day to foster international solidarity, enhance welfare, and work collectively for the well-being of children. November 20 was chosen as it commemorates the adoption of both the Declaration of the Rights of the Child and the Convention on the Rights of the Child by the UN General Assembly. Why is World Children’s Day significant? World Children’s Day aims to highlight critical issues affecting children, such as ending violence and abuse, ensuring safety, and upholding rights to education, play, and healthcare. UNICEF emphasises that children possess the same basic human rights as adults, as well as additional protections suited to their developmental needs. UNICEF also added that children are not the property of their parents or passive recipients of charity; they are individuals with their own rights. The Convention on the Rights of the Child outlines the essential rights that allow children to grow to their fullest potential, recognising them as individuals, family members, and contributors to society with responsibilities appropriate to their age.

World Children’s Day advocates and highlights children’s rights, developmental needs and protection from violence. This day is significant as the UN General Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child in 1959 and later the Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) in 1989.

World Children’s Day 2025: Date, theme, history & significance — Know why child rights matter

United States President Donald Trump has once again said that the India-Pakistan war after the terrorist attack in India's Pahalgam, a tourist place in Jammu and Kashmir, killed 26 people was halted due to 'tariff threats' against both countries. Speaking at an event, Trump reiterated that he warned New Delhi and Islamabad of economic repercussions and thus averted a 'nuclear war'&nbsp;"I'm good at settling disputes and I've always been I've uh I've done very well with that over the years even before this. But you know I was talking about the different wars and it's look India, Pakistan, they were going to go at it nuclear weapons. They said that's okay. You can go at it but I'm putting a 350% tariff on each country. No more trade with the United States, " said Trump about ending the war.&nbsp;Further he said that the tariff will be taken down only after both the countries end the conflict as he can't have thousands die due to nuclear attacks.&nbsp;“I said, I’m going to do it. Come back to me and I’ll take it down. But you, I’m not going to have you guys shooting nuclear weapons at each other, killing millions of people and having the nuclear dust floating over Los Angeles. I’m not going to do it."<h2>“I don’t care if you like it or not”&nbsp;</h2>He also claimed that both the countries requested him not to impose the tariff but he stuck to his threat.&nbsp;“They said, we don’t like that. I said, I don’t care if you like it or not," Trump said.&nbsp;“So I was all set. I told a 350 per cent tariff to settle that war. If you, if you don’t, we’ll make a nice trade deal."&nbsp;He also went on to pat his back by saying no other president in the US could have done this.“Now, no other president would have done that. Another guy would have, like Joe Biden doesn’t even know what countries we’re talking about. He wouldn’t have any idea. There’d be no tariffs on anything. Just the whole world would go to hell," Trump said.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Trump also went on to pat his back by saying that no other president in the US could have thought of ending the war between two nuclear countries by threatening high tariffs.

United States President Donald Trump has once again said that the India-Pakistan war after the terrorist attack in India's Pahalgam, a tourist place in Jammu and Kashmir, killed 26 people was halted due to 'tariff threats' against both countries. Speaking at an event, Trump reiterated that he warned New Delhi and Islamabad of economic repercussions and thus averted a 'nuclear war' "I'm good at settling disputes and I've always been I've uh I've done very well with that over the years even before this. But you know I was talking about the different wars and it's look India, Pakistan, they were going to go at it nuclear weapons. They said that's okay. You can go at it but I'm putting a 350% tariff on each country. No more trade with the United States, " said Trump about ending the war. Further he said that the tariff will be taken down only after both the countries end the conflict as he can't have thousands die due to nuclear attacks. “I said, I’m going to do it. Come back to me and I’ll take it down. But you, I’m not going to have you guys shooting nuclear weapons at each other, killing millions of people and having the nuclear dust floating over Los Angeles. I’m not going to do it." “I don’t care if you like it or not” He also claimed that both the countries requested him not to impose the tariff but he stuck to his threat. “They said, we don’t like that. I said, I don’t care if you like it or not," Trump said. “So I was all set. I told a 350 per cent tariff to settle that war. If you, if you don’t, we’ll make a nice trade deal." He also went on to pat his back by saying no other president in the US could have done this. “Now, no other president would have done that. Another guy would have, like Joe Biden doesn’t even know what countries we’re talking about. He wouldn’t have any idea. There’d be no tariffs on anything. Just the whole world would go to hell," Trump said.

Trump also went on to pat his back by saying that no other president in the US could have thought of ending the war between two nuclear countries by threatening high tariffs.

'I'm good at settling disputes': Trump pats his back again, reiterates role in ending India-Pakistan war after Pahalgam terror attack

Britain on Wednesday (Nov 19) accused Russia of escalating its provocations after a Russian intelligence ship entered UK waters and, according to officials, aimed lasers at Royal Air Force pilots monitoring its movements. Defence Secretary John Healey said the spy vessel, the Yantar, was sitting on the edge of British territorial waters north of Scotland and was built for one purpose, "gathering intelligence and mapping Britain’s undersea cables". Warning that the UK was facing a "new era of threat" from hostile actors, Healey said that Russia's actions are "deeply dangerous".<h2>What did Russia do?</h2>Healey told an audience in London that an RAF Poseidon-8 aircraft was dispatched to track the Russian spy ship Yantar and that the British ship's crew reported being targeted by Russian lasers during the mission. He called the move dangerous and warned Moscow and Russian President Vladimir Putin that Britain was prepared to act if the vessel moved further south. "We see you, we know what you’re doing, and if the Yantar travels south this week, we are ready," he said, adding that the government would not be intimidated or deterred from supporting Ukraine.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-to-push-russia-s-maximalist-terms-ask-ukraine-to-cede-territory-halve-army-report-1763599584268">US to push Russia's 'maximalist terms,' ask Ukraine to cede territory, halve army: Report</a>Healey said that the government would continue to be vigilant "just as we have been about incursions into NATO airspace, just as we are being now in terms of identifying the Russian spy ship in UK waters and just as we have continued to be in response to sabotage threats that we have seen across many different European countries as well."<h2>Russia slams UK's 'Russophobic provocation'</h2>Russia's embassy in London pushed back, calling what Healey said "the latest provocative statements" and insisting the Yantar was an "oceanographic research vessel" operating in international waters. While denying accusations of targeting UK underwater communications or undermining the nation's security, the embassy alleged that the British government was stoking "militaristic hysteria" and worsening European security. "London’s Russophobic course and the whipping up of militaristic hysteria are contributing to the further degradation of European security, creating the conditions for new dangerous situations," it said.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-signs-bill-ordering-full-release-of-epstein-files-breaking-news-1763602066605">Trump signs bill ordering full release of Epstein files, but insists whole thing is a Democrat hoax</a><h2>Where is Yantar?</h2>The Yantar, as per Britain’s PA Media news agency, is inside the UK’s exclusive economic zone, which stretches 200 nautical miles from the coast, but has so far avoided crossing into territorial waters (stretching 12 nautical miles from the shores). British officials claim the ship belongs to Russia’s secretive deep-sea unit, known as GUGI, and has been observed mapping Western undersea cables in the past. While the UK has raised concerns about the Yantar before, Healey said this is the first time Moscow has directly targeted British pilots."We take it extremely seriously," said the UK defense secretary, adding that in response, he had updated the navy's rules of engagement "so that we can follow more closely, monitor more closely, the activities of the Yantar when it’s in our wider waters". &nbsp;

Britain says a Russian spy ship aimed lasers at RAF pilots as it skirted UK waters near Scotland. While UK Defence Secretary John Healey accused Moscow of mapping undersea cables, Russia called the claims a Russophobic provocation. All you need to know.

Britain on Wednesday (Nov 19) accused Russia of escalating its provocations after a Russian intelligence ship entered UK waters and, according to officials, aimed lasers at Royal Air Force pilots monitoring its movements. Defence Secretary John Healey said the spy vessel, the Yantar, was sitting on the edge of British territorial waters north of Scotland and was built for one purpose, "gathering intelligence and mapping Britain’s undersea cables". Warning that the UK was facing a "new era of threat" from hostile actors, Healey said that Russia's actions are "deeply dangerous". What did Russia do? Healey told an audience in London that an RAF Poseidon-8 aircraft was dispatched to track the Russian spy ship Yantar and that the British ship's crew reported being targeted by Russian lasers during the mission. He called the move dangerous and warned Moscow and Russian President Vladimir Putin that Britain was prepared to act if the vessel moved further south. "We see you, we know what you’re doing, and if the Yantar travels south this week, we are ready," he said, adding that the government would not be intimidated or deterred from supporting Ukraine. Also read | US to push Russia's 'maximalist terms,' ask Ukraine to cede territory, halve army: Report Healey said that the government would continue to be vigilant "just as we have been about incursions into NATO airspace, just as we are being now in terms of identifying the Russian spy ship in UK waters and just as we have continued to be in response to sabotage threats that we have seen across many different European countries as well." Russia slams UK's 'Russophobic provocation' Russia's embassy in London pushed back, calling what Healey said "the latest provocative statements" and insisting the Yantar was an "oceanographic research vessel" operating in international waters. While denying accusations of targeting UK underwater communications or undermining the nation's security, the embassy alleged that the British government was stoking "militaristic hysteria" and worsening European security. "London’s Russophobic course and the whipping up of militaristic hysteria are contributing to the further degradation of European security, creating the conditions for new dangerous situations," it said. Also read | Trump signs bill ordering full release of Epstein files, but insists whole thing is a Democrat hoax Where is Yantar? The Yantar, as per Britain’s PA Media news agency, is inside the UK’s exclusive economic zone, which stretches 200 nautical miles from the coast, but has so far avoided crossing into territorial waters (stretching 12 nautical miles from the shores). British officials claim the ship belongs to Russia’s secretive deep-sea unit, known as GUGI, and has been observed mapping Western undersea cables in the past. While the UK has raised concerns about the Yantar before, Healey said this is the first time Moscow has directly targeted British pilots. "We take it extremely seriously," said the UK defense secretary, adding that in response, he had updated the navy's rules of engagement "so that we can follow more closely, monitor more closely, the activities of the Yantar when it’s in our wider waters".

Britain says a Russian spy ship aimed lasers at RAF pilots as it skirted UK waters near Scotland. While UK Defence Secretary John Healey accused Moscow of mapping undersea cables, Russia called the claims a Russophobic provocation. All you need to know.

'We see you': Britain accuses Russia of aiming lasers at RAF crew as spy ship Yantar enters UK waters

In a major development, the United States has cleared the sale of Excalibur projectiles and Javelin missile systems to India worth an estimated $93 million. According to the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), the deal includes sale of Javelin missile systems and associated equipment estimated at $45.7 million and Excalibur projectiles valued at $47.1 million. The development comes at a time when India and the US are still negotiating a trade deal, with India facing steep tariffs under Donald Trump's trade regime.&nbsp;"This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by helping to strengthen the U.S.-Indian strategic relationship and to improve the security of a major defense partner which continues to be an important force for political stability, peace, and economic progress in the Indo-Pacific and South Asia regions," said the official statement of DSCA. It also stated, “The proposed sale will improve India’s capability to meet current and future threats by providing precision capability equipment, which will increase first strike accuracy in its brigades. India will have no difficulty absorbing these articles and services into its armed forces.”&nbsp;The DSCA statement elaborated that India had requested the purchase of up to 216 M982A1 Excalibur tactical projectiles, along with several non-MDE items such as ancillary equipment, Portable Electronic Fire Control Systems with iPIK, primers, propellant charges, technical assistance, repair services, and logistics support. About Javelin missiles, it stated that India had sought to purchase 100 FGM-148 Javelin rounds, one fly-to-buy Javelin missile, and 25 Javelin Lightweight or Block 1 Command Launch Units.<h2>What are Javelin missiles?</h2>According to Lockheed Martin, the Javelin missile system is a man-portable anti-tank guided weapon that uses a “fire-and-forget” infrared seeker, allowing the operator to lock on before launch and immediately relocate after firing. The missile supports both top-attack, to hit the weaker roof armor of tanks, and direct-attack modes for bunkers or other targets. It features a tandem-shaped charge warhead designed to defeat reactive and conventional armor, and the launch unit (CLU) includes both day- and thermal-sighting options.<h2>What are Excalibur projectile?</h2>According to Raytheon, the Excalibur projectile is a 155 mm GPS-guided, extended-range artillery shell that uses a jam-resistant internal GPS receiver and inertial navigation system to steer, offering in-flight precision with a miss distance of under two meters. It supports multiple fuze modes, making it versatile and effective even in complex terrain or urban environments. Raytheon claims that one Excalibur round can often replace many conventional shells, greatly reducing the number of rounds needed and minimizing collateral damage.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

The US approved two defence sales to India worth $93M, including Excalibur projectiles and Javelin missile systems. The deal strengthens India-US strategic ties and boosts India’s precision strike and defence capabilities, with no impact on regional military balance.

In a major development, the United States has cleared the sale of Excalibur projectiles and Javelin missile systems to India worth an estimated $93 million. According to the Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA), the deal includes sale of Javelin missile systems and associated equipment estimated at $45.7 million and Excalibur projectiles valued at $47.1 million. The development comes at a time when India and the US are still negotiating a trade deal, with India facing steep tariffs under Donald Trump's trade regime. "This proposed sale will support the foreign policy and national security objectives of the United States by helping to strengthen the U.S.-Indian strategic relationship and to improve the security of a major defense partner which continues to be an important force for political stability, peace, and economic progress in the Indo-Pacific and South Asia regions," said the official statement of DSCA. It also stated, “The proposed sale will improve India’s capability to meet current and future threats by providing precision capability equipment, which will increase first strike accuracy in its brigades. India will have no difficulty absorbing these articles and services into its armed forces.” The DSCA statement elaborated that India had requested the purchase of up to 216 M982A1 Excalibur tactical projectiles, along with several non-MDE items such as ancillary equipment, Portable Electronic Fire Control Systems with iPIK, primers, propellant charges, technical assistance, repair services, and logistics support. About Javelin missiles, it stated that India had sought to purchase 100 FGM-148 Javelin rounds, one fly-to-buy Javelin missile, and 25 Javelin Lightweight or Block 1 Command Launch Units. What are Javelin missiles? According to Lockheed Martin, the Javelin missile system is a man-portable anti-tank guided weapon that uses a “fire-and-forget” infrared seeker, allowing the operator to lock on before launch and immediately relocate after firing. The missile supports both top-attack, to hit the weaker roof armor of tanks, and direct-attack modes for bunkers or other targets. It features a tandem-shaped charge warhead designed to defeat reactive and conventional armor, and the launch unit (CLU) includes both day- and thermal-sighting options. What are Excalibur projectile? According to Raytheon, the Excalibur projectile is a 155 mm GPS-guided, extended-range artillery shell that uses a jam-resistant internal GPS receiver and inertial navigation system to steer, offering in-flight precision with a miss distance of under two meters. It supports multiple fuze modes, making it versatile and effective even in complex terrain or urban environments. Raytheon claims that one Excalibur round can often replace many conventional shells, greatly reducing the number of rounds needed and minimizing collateral damage.

The US approved two defence sales to India worth $93M, including Excalibur projectiles and Javelin missile systems. The deal strengthens India-US strategic ties and boosts India’s precision strike and defence capabilities, with no impact on regional military balance.

US approves $93 mn sale of Javelin missiles and Excalibur rockets to India: Here’s what they can do

Days after Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani's victory in the New York mayoral polls, US President Donald Trump has agreed to meeti him. Taking to Truth Social, he said that the meeting has been scheduled for Nov 21 son the insistence of New York mayor-elect. This also comes a day after Mamdani's office informed the press that they have sought a meeting with the US president. While Trump criticised Mamdani as “communist lunatic” ahead of the election, he, in a U-turn of sorts, hinted at working together with him for the development of New York City. Last Sunday, Trump had said that he will “work something out” and see that everything “work out well for New York.”&nbsp;Read More |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-lost-sovereignty-will-help-them-trump-confused-after-mamdani-s-win-slams-communist-mayor-of-nyc-then-breaks-into-dance-moves-1762393395348">'We lost sovereignty... will help them’: Trump confused after Mamdani’s win, slams ‘communist mayor of NYC,’ then breaks into dance moves</a>

Soon after Mamdani's victory, Trump slammed New Yorkers for choosing communism over common sense. He declared that America lost “a bit of sovereignty” after Zohran Mamdani's win. Mamdani, in his first speech after win, addressed Trump directly and proclaimed, “So Donald Trump, since I know you’re watching, I have four words for you: Turn the volume up!” He defeated former governor Andrew Cuomo - who was backed by Trump and Republican Curtis Silwa. He also declared in his speech, “New York will remain a city of immigrants, a city built by immigrants, powered by immigrants and as of tonight, led by an immigrant.”&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/from-srk-s-pose-to-dhoom-macchale-how-zohran-mamdani-used-bollywood-and-south-asian-language-culture-to-win-big-in-new-york-city-1762335898756">From SRK's pose to 'Dhoom macchale': How Zohran Mamdani used Bollywood and South Asian language, culture to win big in New York City</a>&nbsp;Reacting to the first address by Mamdani, Trump said that it was a very “angry speech.” He also advised Mamdani to be good to him. Trump had earlier warned that he would restrict federal funding “other than the very minimum as required” if Mamdani emerged victorious. The POTUS claimed that Mamdani is off to a “bad start.” “I thought it was a very angry speech, certainly angry towards me. And I think he should be very nice to me. You know, I’m the one that sort of has to approve a lot of things coming to him. So he’s off to a bad start," said Trump.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/zohran-mamdani-wins-new-york-city-s-mayoral-election-defeats-trump-backed-andrew-cuomo-curtis-sliwa-1762310323558">Zohran Mamdani creates history, wins New York City’s mayoral election, defeats Trump-backed Cuomo</a>

US President Donald Trump announced that he will meet New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani at the White House on Friday, November 21. Trump confirmed on social media that the discussion is scheduled to take place in the Oval Office.

Days after Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani's victory in the New York mayoral polls, US President Donald Trump has agreed to meeti him. Taking to Truth Social, he said that the meeting has been scheduled for Nov 21 son the insistence of New York mayor-elect. This also comes a day after Mamdani's office informed the press that they have sought a meeting with the US president. While Trump criticised Mamdani as “communist lunatic” ahead of the election, he, in a U-turn of sorts, hinted at working together with him for the development of New York City. Last Sunday, Trump had said that he will “work something out” and see that everything “work out well for New York.” Read More | 'We lost sovereignty... will help them’: Trump confused after Mamdani’s win, slams ‘communist mayor of NYC,’ then breaks into dance moves

US President Donald Trump announced that he will meet New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani at the White House on Friday, November 21. Trump confirmed on social media that the discussion is scheduled to take place in the Oval Office.

'We have agreed...': Trump to meet 'communist' mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani: Details here

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Nov 19) announced on social media that he has signed a bill requiring the release of Epstein files. "I HAVE JUST SIGNED THE BILL TO RELEASE THE EPSTEIN FILES!," he said, adding that “Perhaps the truth about these Democrats, and their associations with Jeffrey Epstein” will be “revealed” soon. In a Truth Social post, Trump, who had recently faced massive pressure from his own MAGA (Make America Great Again) movement, once again sought to accuse Democrats of trying to use the much-awaited files about the disgraced financier's murky affairs. He reiterated his claim that the demand for Epstein files release was “to try and distract from our AMAZING Victories” before proceeding to list a spate of apparent achievements, including making the USA the “HOTTEST country anywhere in the World”.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/epstein-files-33-000-pages-released-yet-they-re-heavily-redacted-full-transparency-or-just-a-pacifier-for-maga-1756890944032">Epstein files: 33,000 pages released, yet they're heavily redacted. 'Full transparency' or just a pacifier for MAGA?</a><h2>Who delayed the release of Epstein files, Trump or Democrats?</h2>Trump, a former friend of the late sex offender, in his Truth Social post sought to portray himself as better than his Democratic predecessor, ex-president Joe Biden, saying "The Biden Administration did not turn over a SINGLE file or page related to Democrat Epstein, nor did they ever even speak about him".<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20251120/image-1763602169921.jpg"></figure>

Trump, who for months had been opposed to the Epstein Files Transparency Act, once again called the documents a “Democratic hoax”, insisting that it “will backfire” just like “IMPEACHMENT HOAX #1, IMPEACHMENT HOAX #2, and many other Democrat created Witch Hunts and Scams” did.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/gavin-newson-flips-quiet-piggy-insult-on-trump-trolls-potus-with-humiliating-pictures-check-them-out-here-1763526258448">Gavin Newsom flips 'quiet, piggy' insult on Trump, trolls POTUS with humiliating pictures. Check them out HERE</a><h2>What extent of the Epstein files will truly be made public?</h2>Insiders warn that the Trump administration may use redactions or procedural delays to hide sensitive, explosive information. Top Democrat Chuck Schumer warned in a speech on the Senate floor earlier insisted, "once the president signs the bill, he must apply and execute it faithfully. There must be no funny business from Donald Trump," top Democrat Chuck Schumer warned in a speech on the Senate floor. He added that Trump, who was once Epstein's friend, "must not use the excuse of frivolous investigations to release some Epstein documents, while intentionally hiding others that deserve to be seen by the American public."&nbsp;

Trump says he has signed the bill to release the Epstein files. While claiming that Democrats delayed the documents, he warned that the truth would soon come out.

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Nov 19) announced on social media that he has signed a bill requiring the release of Epstein files. "I HAVE JUST SIGNED THE BILL TO RELEASE THE EPSTEIN FILES!," he said, adding that “Perhaps the truth about these Democrats, and their associations with Jeffrey Epstein” will be “revealed” soon. In a Truth Social post, Trump, who had recently faced massive pressure from his own MAGA (Make America Great Again) movement, once again sought to accuse Democrats of trying to use the much-awaited files about the disgraced financier's murky affairs. He reiterated his claim that the demand for Epstein files release was “to try and distract from our AMAZING Victories” before proceeding to list a spate of apparent achievements, including making the USA the “HOTTEST country anywhere in the World”. Also read | Epstein files: 33,000 pages released, yet they're heavily redacted. 'Full transparency' or just a pacifier for MAGA? Who delayed the release of Epstein files, Trump or Democrats? Trump, a former friend of the late sex offender, in his Truth Social post sought to portray himself as better than his Democratic predecessor, ex-president Joe Biden, saying "The Biden Administration did not turn over a SINGLE file or page related to Democrat Epstein, nor did they ever even speak about him".

Trump says he has signed the bill to release the Epstein files. While claiming that Democrats delayed the documents, he warned that the truth would soon come out.

Trump signs bill ordering full release of Epstein files, but insists whole thing is a Democrat hoax

The United States is set to ask Ukraine to cede major land and slice its army by more than half, according to a report citing people in the know. The new US peace proposal, as per the AFP report, echoes Russia's own maximalist terms. It surfaced on the same day a Russian strike hit the western city of Ternopil, killing 26 people, including three children. While Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the strike, saying the victims were people asleep in their homes, UN human rights chief Volker Turk said he was appalled by the civilian toll.<h2>What does the new Russia-Ukraine peace proposal propose?</h2>It calls for "recognition of Crimea and other regions that the Russians have taken", cutting Ukraine’s armed forces to roughly 400,000 personnel, and giving up all long-range weapons. The official who chose to stay anonymous said it was unclear whether the plan came directly from President Donald Trump or from people around him. "An important nuance is that we don't understand whether this is really Trump's story" or "his entourage's".At the same time, there is no clarity either on what Russia would offer in return. Previously, Axios reported that Moscow and Washington had been working on a secret plan to end the almost four-year-war. However, neither country has confirmed.<h2>Zelensky in Türkiye</h2>The diplomatic confusion landed just as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky travelled to Turkey, hoping to draw Washington back into the peace process. Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff who was expected to be there, however, skipped the talks.At the same time, US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll led a Pentagon team to Kyiv for meetings with senior Ukrainian officials. Ukraine’s top commander, Oleksandr Syrsky, said the talks were productive and stressed that air defence, long-range strike capability, and said: ""I once again stressed that reinforcing the protection of Ukraine’s airspace, expanding our long-range strike capabilities against enemy military targets and maintaining and stabilising the front line will undermine the offensive potential of the adversary."&nbsp;

Reports suggest the US's new peace plan echoes Russia’s terms, urging Ukraine to recognise Russian-held regions, cut its army to about 400,000 and give up long-range weapons. Here's all we know.

The United States is set to ask Ukraine to cede major land and slice its army by more than half, according to a report citing people in the know. The new US peace proposal, as per the AFP report, echoes Russia's own maximalist terms. It surfaced on the same day a Russian strike hit the western city of Ternopil, killing 26 people, including three children. While Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky condemned the strike, saying the victims were people asleep in their homes, UN human rights chief Volker Turk said he was appalled by the civilian toll. What does the new Russia-Ukraine peace proposal propose? It calls for "recognition of Crimea and other regions that the Russians have taken", cutting Ukraine’s armed forces to roughly 400,000 personnel, and giving up all long-range weapons. The official who chose to stay anonymous said it was unclear whether the plan came directly from President Donald Trump or from people around him. "An important nuance is that we don't understand whether this is really Trump's story" or "his entourage's". At the same time, there is no clarity either on what Russia would offer in return. Previously, Axios reported that Moscow and Washington had been working on a secret plan to end the almost four-year-war. However, neither country has confirmed. Zelensky in Türkiye The diplomatic confusion landed just as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky travelled to Turkey, hoping to draw Washington back into the peace process. Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff who was expected to be there, however, skipped the talks. At the same time, US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll led a Pentagon team to Kyiv for meetings with senior Ukrainian officials. Ukraine’s top commander, Oleksandr Syrsky, said the talks were productive and stressed that air defence, long-range strike capability, and said: ""I once again stressed that reinforcing the protection of Ukraine’s airspace, expanding our long-range strike capabilities against enemy military targets and maintaining and stabilising the front line will undermine the offensive potential of the adversary."

Reports suggest the US's new peace plan echoes Russia’s terms, urging Ukraine to recognise Russian-held regions, cut its army to about 400,000 and give up long-range weapons. Here's all we know.

US to push Russia's 'maximalist terms,' ask Ukraine to cede territory, halve army: Report

US and Saudi Arabia officials touted billions of dollars in new investments and growing financial ties between the two countries on Wednesday, coinciding with Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s visit to Washington. President Donald Trump spoke at the US-Saudi Investment Forum at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday and said, “America and Saudi Arabia are partnering on energy like we’ve never partnered before. American and Saudi companies represented here today are joining on Liquified Natural Gas, infrastructure construction, and making both of our energy sectors... so strong.”&nbsp;“This week, our countries also signed groundbreaking agreements on civil nuclear energy, critical minerals, and Artificial Intelligence... and yesterday, the Crown Prince announced that the number that they’ll be investing in the United States is $1 trillion.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-justice-department-will-release-epstein-files-within-30-days-says-ag-pam-bondi-1763580572919">US Justice Department will release Epstein files within 30 days, says AG Pam Bondi</a>&nbsp;

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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Trump further announced that GE Aerospace “will soon be delivering dozens of new airplane engines for 787 Dreamliners” to Saudi Arabia.“Every new job and every new factory created by these announcements builds up our Middle Class, and strengthens the industrial backbone of America.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/neo-nazi-cult-leader-admits-terror-plot-to-give-poisoned-candy-to-jewish-kids-1763575766259">Neo-Nazi cult leader admits to terror plot of giving poisoned candy to Jewish kids</a>&nbsp;The CEOs from Chevron, Qualcomm, Cisco, General Dynamics, and Pfizer attended the US-Saudi Investment Forum at the Kennedy Center in Washington. Senior executives from IBM, Alphabet’s Google, Salesforce, Andreessen Horowitz, Boeing, Halliburton, Adobe, Aramco, State Street, and Parsons Corp were also present.&nbsp;Trump said $270 billion in agreements and sales are being signed between dozens of companies on Wednesday. Bin Salman also touted the investment agreements both were signing.“The agreements finalized yesterday open the door for US companies to lead globally (in) innovation, in safety and in deployment,” Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bangladesh-to-petition-interpol-for-sheikh-hasina-s-extradition-from-india-reports-1763555305970">Bangladesh to petition Interpol for Sheikh Hasina’s extradition from India: Reports</a>&nbsp;On Tuesday, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman promised to increase his country’s US investment to $1 trillion from a $600 billion pledge he made when Trump visited Saudi Arabia in May. But he offered no details or timetable.Trump said he pushed him to go higher. “Could you make it $1.5 trillion?” he asked.&nbsp;Bin Salman rubbed shoulders with many of Corporate America's most powerful executives at the event on Wednesday, a day after President Donald Trump reintroduced him to official Washington with a glowing endorsement from the White House.Tesla CEO Elon Musk and Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang talked about the future of AI. Musk predicted work will be optional in 10 or 20 years, while Huang said he thought AI would change the future of employment.&nbsp;WATCH: Pakistan’s External Deficit Deepens: Current Account Jumps 3.5X to $733 Million<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-s-external-deficit-deepens-current-account-jumps-3-5x-to-733-million-1763573016356/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/pakistan-s-external-deficit-deepens-current-account-jumps-3-5x-to-733-million-1763573016356/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;It is the first trip by bin Salman to the US since the 2018 killing of Saudi critic Jamal Khashoggi by Saudi agents in Istanbul, which caused a global uproar. US intelligence concluded bin Salman approved the capture or killing of Khashoggi.&nbsp;A $1 trillion investment in the US would be difficult for Saudi Arabia to pull together given its heavy spending on an already-ambitious series of massive projects at home, including futuristic megacities that have gone over budget and faced delays, and stadiums for the 2034 World Cup.

President Donald Trump said $270 billion in agreements and sales are being signed between dozens of companies on Wednesday. Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman also touted the investment agreements both were signing.

US and Saudi Arabia officials touted billions of dollars in new investments and growing financial ties between the two countries on Wednesday, coinciding with Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s visit to Washington. President Donald Trump spoke at the US-Saudi Investment Forum at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday and said, “America and Saudi Arabia are partnering on energy like we’ve never partnered before. American and Saudi companies represented here today are joining on Liquified Natural Gas, infrastructure construction, and making both of our energy sectors... so strong.” “This week, our countries also signed groundbreaking agreements on civil nuclear energy, critical minerals, and Artificial Intelligence... and yesterday, the Crown Prince announced that the number that they’ll be investing in the United States is $1 trillion.” Also Read: US Justice Department will release Epstein files within 30 days, says AG Pam Bondi

President Donald Trump said $270 billion in agreements and sales are being signed between dozens of companies on Wednesday. Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman also touted the investment agreements both were signing.

‘US and Saudi partnering on energy like never before,’ says Trump at investment forum

Attorney General Pam Bondi said on Wednesday that the US Justice Department will release files from its investigation into the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days after Congress voted nearly unanimously to force President Donald Trump’s administration to make them public. The content in the documents could shed more light on the activities of Epstein, who socialised with Trump and other notable figures before his 2008 conviction on charges of soliciting a minor for prostitution.&nbsp;&nbsp;The scandal has been a persistent pain for Trump over the months because earlier he promoted Epstein-related conspiracy theories to his followers. However, the Trump administration is accused of trying to conceal Epstein’s connections with influential individuals and withholding information about his 2019 death in a Manhattan jail, deemed a suicide, while he was facing federal sex-trafficking charges.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/neo-nazi-cult-leader-admits-terror-plot-to-give-poisoned-candy-to-jewish-kids-1763575766259">Neo-Nazi cult leader admits to terror plot of giving poisoned candy to Jewish kids</a>&nbsp;At a news conference on Wednesday, Bondi confirmed that the Justice Department will release its Epstein-related material within 30 days, as required by legislation that passed the Republican-controlled House of Representatives and Senate on Tuesday.“We will continue to follow the law and encourage maximum transparency,” she said.&nbsp;But that release may not be comprehensive, as the agency may have to hold back material that could impact Trump-ordered investigations of Democrats associated with Epstein. They could argue argument that releasing certain documents would be prejudicial.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bangladesh-to-petition-interpol-for-sheikh-hasina-s-extradition-from-india-reports-1763555305970">Bangladesh to petition Interpol for Sheikh Hasina’s extradition from India: Reports</a>&nbsp;The department will also protect the identities of sex-trafficking victims whose names appear in the documents, Bondi said.&nbsp;Earlier, the Senate officially received the bill, passed in the House, which calls on the Justice Department to release the complete Epstein files. On Tuesday, the upper chamber had passed the legislation with unanimous consent, which means it now heads directly to Donald Trump’s desk for his signature.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-failure-frustration-impotent-rage-over-272-eminent-citizens-slam-rahul-s-attack-on-ec-1763561368810">‘Failure, frustration, impotent rage’: Over 272 eminent citizens slam Rahul’s attack on EC</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, a Republican attempt to censure Stacey Plaskett, a Democratic delegate, over her real-time texts with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein collapsed on the House floor on Tuesday night, prompting a confrontation on the chamber floor and accusations that party leaders had struck a deal to protect members on both sides facing ethics controversies.&nbsp;The measure would have formally reprimanded Plaskett and removed her from the House Intelligence Committee over her text message exchanges with Epstein during a hearing.

At a news conference on Wednesday, Attorney General Pam Bondi confirmed that the Justice Department will release its Epstein-related material within 30 days, as required by legislation that passed the Republican-controlled House of Representatives and Senate on Tuesday.

Attorney General Pam Bondi said on Wednesday that the US Justice Department will release files from its investigation into the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days after Congress voted nearly unanimously to force President Donald Trump’s administration to make them public. The content in the documents could shed more light on the activities of Epstein, who socialised with Trump and other notable figures before his 2008 conviction on charges of soliciting a minor for prostitution. The scandal has been a persistent pain for Trump over the months because earlier he promoted Epstein-related conspiracy theories to his followers. However, the Trump administration is accused of trying to conceal Epstein’s connections with influential individuals and withholding information about his 2019 death in a Manhattan jail, deemed a suicide, while he was facing federal sex-trafficking charges. Also Read: Neo-Nazi cult leader admits to terror plot of giving poisoned candy to Jewish kids At a news conference on Wednesday, Bondi confirmed that the Justice Department will release its Epstein-related material within 30 days, as required by legislation that passed the Republican-controlled House of Representatives and Senate on Tuesday. “We will continue to follow the law and encourage maximum transparency,” she said. But that release may not be comprehensive, as the agency may have to hold back material that could impact Trump-ordered investigations of Democrats associated with Epstein. They could argue argument that releasing certain documents would be prejudicial. Also Read: Bangladesh to petition Interpol for Sheikh Hasina’s extradition from India: Reports The department will also protect the identities of sex-trafficking victims whose names appear in the documents, Bondi said. Earlier, the Senate officially received the bill, passed in the House, which calls on the Justice Department to release the complete Epstein files. On Tuesday, the upper chamber had passed the legislation with unanimous consent, which means it now heads directly to Donald Trump’s desk for his signature. Also Read: ‘Failure, frustration, impotent rage’: Over 272 eminent citizens slam Rahul’s attack on EC Meanwhile, a Republican attempt to censure Stacey Plaskett, a Democratic delegate, over her real-time texts with paedophile Jeffrey Epstein collapsed on the House floor on Tuesday night, prompting a confrontation on the chamber floor and accusations that party leaders had struck a deal to protect members on both sides facing ethics controversies. The measure would have formally reprimanded Plaskett and removed her from the House Intelligence Committee over her text message exchanges with Epstein during a hearing.

At a news conference on Wednesday, Attorney General Pam Bondi confirmed that the Justice Department will release its Epstein-related material within 30 days, as required by legislation that passed the Republican-controlled House of Representatives and Senate on Tuesday.

US Justice Department will release Epstein files within 30 days, says AG Pam Bondi

A neo-Nazi cult leader has pleaded guilty to the charges of plotting a terrorist attack and trying to recruit others to commit violent attacks against Jews and racial minorities. The sinister plan also involved a plot of handing out poisoned candy to Jewish children in New York by an individual dressed as Santa Claus on New Year’s Eve. Federal prosecutors said they would seek a sentence of up to 18 years for 22-year-old Michail Chkhikvishvili, who hails from the Republic of Georgia and goes by the nickname “Commander Butcher.” &nbsp;On Monday, before a federal judge in Brooklyn, he pleaded guilty to soliciting hate crimes and distributing information about making bombs and ricin.&nbsp;Prosecutors described Chkhikvishvili as the leader of the Maniac Murder Cult, an international extremist group that promotes violence to trigger a racial and religious war.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bangladesh-to-petition-interpol-for-sheikh-hasina-s-extradition-from-india-reports-1763555305970">Bangladesh to petition Interpol for Sheikh Hasina’s extradition from India: Reports</a>&nbsp;They said the extremist group’s violent solicitations were promoted through Telegram channels and outlined a manifesto called the ‘Hater’s Handbook’. The group appears to have inspired many real-life killings, including a school shooting in Nashville, Tennessee, earlier this year that left a 16-year-old student dead.&nbsp;Chkhikvishvili was arrested in Moldova in July 2024 and extradited to the United States in May this year.&nbsp;Chkhikvishvili travelled on multiple occasions to Brooklyn, where he bragged about beating up an elderly Jewish man and instructed others to commit violent acts on behalf of the Maniac Murder Cult, said prosecutors.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-failure-frustration-impotent-rage-over-272-eminent-citizens-slam-rahul-s-attack-on-ec-1763561368810">‘Failure, frustration, impotent rage’: Over 272 eminent citizens slam Rahul’s attack on EC</a>&nbsp;When an undercover FBI agent approached Chkhikvishvili in 2023, he recruited him to various plots, including one that involved dressing up as Santa Claus and giving poisoned candy to racial minorities but later evolved into poisoning children at Jewish schools in Brooklyn.&nbsp;Prosecutors said in a court filing that when Chkhikvishvili described his desire to carry out a mass casualty attack in the US, he said he saw the country as having “big potential” because of easy access to firearms. Prosecutors said he suggested targeting homeless people because the government wouldn’t care “even if they die.”&nbsp;WATCH: NATO&nbsp;Puts AI Drone-Killer on Russia’s Doorstep |&nbsp; Russia Unleashes Massive Strike on East Ukraine<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/nato-puts-ai-drone-killer-on-russia-s-doorstep-russia-unleashes-massive-strike-on-east-ukraine-1763576617085/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/nato-puts-ai-drone-killer-on-russia-s-doorstep-russia-unleashes-massive-strike-on-east-ukraine-1763576617085/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

When an undercover FBI agent approached Chkhikvishvili in 2023, he recruited him to various plots, including one that involved dressing up as Santa Claus and giving poisoned candy to racial minorities but later evolved into poisoning children at Jewish schools in Brooklyn.

A neo-Nazi cult leader has pleaded guilty to the charges of plotting a terrorist attack and trying to recruit others to commit violent attacks against Jews and racial minorities. The sinister plan also involved a plot of handing out poisoned candy to Jewish children in New York by an individual dressed as Santa Claus on New Year’s Eve. Federal prosecutors said they would seek a sentence of up to 18 years for 22-year-old Michail Chkhikvishvili, who hails from the Republic of Georgia and goes by the nickname “Commander Butcher.” On Monday, before a federal judge in Brooklyn, he pleaded guilty to soliciting hate crimes and distributing information about making bombs and ricin. Prosecutors described Chkhikvishvili as the leader of the Maniac Murder Cult, an international extremist group that promotes violence to trigger a racial and religious war. Also Read: Bangladesh to petition Interpol for Sheikh Hasina’s extradition from India: Reports They said the extremist group’s violent solicitations were promoted through Telegram channels and outlined a manifesto called the ‘Hater’s Handbook’. The group appears to have inspired many real-life killings, including a school shooting in Nashville, Tennessee, earlier this year that left a 16-year-old student dead. Chkhikvishvili was arrested in Moldova in July 2024 and extradited to the United States in May this year. Chkhikvishvili travelled on multiple occasions to Brooklyn, where he bragged about beating up an elderly Jewish man and instructed others to commit violent acts on behalf of the Maniac Murder Cult, said prosecutors. Also Read: ‘Failure, frustration, impotent rage’: Over 272 eminent citizens slam Rahul’s attack on EC When an undercover FBI agent approached Chkhikvishvili in 2023, he recruited him to various plots, including one that involved dressing up as Santa Claus and giving poisoned candy to racial minorities but later evolved into poisoning children at Jewish schools in Brooklyn. Prosecutors said in a court filing that when Chkhikvishvili described his desire to carry out a mass casualty attack in the US, he said he saw the country as having “big potential” because of easy access to firearms. Prosecutors said he suggested targeting homeless people because the government wouldn’t care “even if they die.” WATCH: NATO Puts AI Drone-Killer on Russia’s Doorstep | Russia Unleashes Massive Strike on East Ukraine https://www.wionews.com/videos/nato-puts-ai-drone-killer-on-russia-s-doorstep-russia-unleashes-massive-strike-on-east-ukraine-1763576617085/embed

When an undercover FBI agent approached Chkhikvishvili in 2023, he recruited him to various plots, including one that involved dressing up as Santa Claus and giving poisoned candy to racial minorities but later evolved into poisoning children at Jewish schools in Brooklyn.

Neo-Nazi cult leader admits to terror plot of giving poisoned candy to Jewish kids

Amid ongoing crackdown by the Trump administration and raging debate on Immigration, Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai hailed the role of immigrants in advancing the United States technology ecosystem by describing their contributions as "phenomenal" he pointed out that the government "understands it" and that there are still avenues to bring in "talented Individuals"&nbsp;"If you look at the history of technology development, the contribution of immigrants to the sector has been nothing but phenomenal," Pichai said during a BBC interview.&nbsp;While he underlined that the current H1B regime has its "shortcomings," the government is working to address them, he emphasised that "I think there's a framework by which we all can still bring talented individuals. I think they're making changes to address some of the shortcomings in the current programme."&nbsp;These comments come at a time when President Donald Trump imposed stricter conditions on the H1B visa programme, making it difficult for job seekers to enter the United States. Beginning September 1, US employers seeking to hire foreign professionals in specialised occupations have to pay $1 lakh supplemental fee for new workers.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/michelle-bachelet-awarded-indira-gandhi-peace-prize-2024-who-gives-the-award-it-is-not-the-government-of-india-sonia-gandhi-rahul-gandhi-1763569725258">Michelle Bachelet awarded Indira Gandhi Peace Prize 2024 | Who gives the award? It is not the Government of India</a>&nbsp;A congresswoman from Georgia, Marjorie Taylor Greene, is introducing a bill to eliminate the H1-B visa program and take away the pathway it offers to citizenship it offers, forcing individuals to "return home when their visa expires.&nbsp;However, softening his stance since, Trump in an interview said that the United States need specific talents from foreign nations, therefore he is not considering terminating the H1B visa programme completely.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/america-lacks-workers-for-tough-jobs-says-elon-musk-amid-h1b-visa-row-1763395508112">America lacks workers for tough jobs, says Elon Musk amid H1B visa row</a>&nbsp;Pichai, himself an immigrant who came to the US as an international student before moving to an H-1B visa and eventually rising to lead Google and its parent company Alphabet, has long defended the H-1B programme as “a vital tool for attracting global talent” and has consistently advocated for its expansion.&nbsp;“Immigration has contributed immensely to America's economic success, making it a global leader in tech, and also making Google the company it is today. Disappointed by today's proclamation - we'll continue to stand with immigrants and work to expand opportunity for all,” Pichai said In June 2020, after the Trump administration decided to suspend immigrant work visas,&nbsp;

While he underlined that the current H1B regime has its "shortcomings," the government is working to address them, he emphasised that “I think there's a framework by which we all can still bring talented individuals”.

Amid ongoing crackdown by the Trump administration and raging debate on Immigration, Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai hailed the role of immigrants in advancing the United States technology ecosystem by describing their contributions as "phenomenal" he pointed out that the government "understands it" and that there are still avenues to bring in "talented Individuals" "If you look at the history of technology development, the contribution of immigrants to the sector has been nothing but phenomenal," Pichai said during a BBC interview. While he underlined that the current H1B regime has its "shortcomings," the government is working to address them, he emphasised that "I think there's a framework by which we all can still bring talented individuals. I think they're making changes to address some of the shortcomings in the current programme." These comments come at a time when President Donald Trump imposed stricter conditions on the H1B visa programme, making it difficult for job seekers to enter the United States. Beginning September 1, US employers seeking to hire foreign professionals in specialised occupations have to pay $1 lakh supplemental fee for new workers. Also Read: Michelle Bachelet awarded Indira Gandhi Peace Prize 2024 | Who gives the award? It is not the Government of India A congresswoman from Georgia, Marjorie Taylor Greene, is introducing a bill to eliminate the H1-B visa program and take away the pathway it offers to citizenship it offers, forcing individuals to "return home when their visa expires. However, softening his stance since, Trump in an interview said that the United States need specific talents from foreign nations, therefore he is not considering terminating the H1B visa programme completely. Also Read: America lacks workers for tough jobs, says Elon Musk amid H1B visa row Pichai, himself an immigrant who came to the US as an international student before moving to an H-1B visa and eventually rising to lead Google and its parent company Alphabet, has long defended the H-1B programme as “a vital tool for attracting global talent” and has consistently advocated for its expansion. “Immigration has contributed immensely to America's economic success, making it a global leader in tech, and also making Google the company it is today. Disappointed by today's proclamation - we'll continue to stand with immigrants and work to expand opportunity for all,” Pichai said In June 2020, after the Trump administration decided to suspend immigrant work visas,

While he underlined that the current H1B regime has its "shortcomings," the government is working to address them, he emphasised that “I think there's a framework by which we all can still bring talented individuals”.

There are still avenues to bring talented individuals: Sundar Pichai hails contribution of H-1B holders as ‘phenomenal’

The US House voted for all the reports in the Jefferey Epstein sex offence case to be released on Tuesday (Nov 18). In the next step, the US President Donald Trump would sign the bill. On the very same day, Trump hosted Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in the White House, where he got furious on the question related to the Epstein files. He said that he has no role in the alleged case.&nbsp;The bill, known as “The Epstein Files Transparency Act", will mandate the US Attorney General Pam Bondi to make available all “unclassified records, documents, communications and investigative materials" in the Department of Justice’s possession related to Epstein.&nbsp;<h2>Full list of names in Epstein Files</h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2>Multiple high-profile people have been named in the Epstein files, including US President Donald Trump, former US President Bill Clinton, deceased pop star Michael Jackson and former British Prince Andrew.&nbsp;The names included in the documents previously released are:&nbsp;Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s former girlfriend who was convicted in 2021 on sex trafficking charges. Former UK Prince Andrew, Duke of York, is the second son of Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain. Former US President Bill Clinton US President Donald Trump Tech mogul Elon Musk. Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, the former wife of Prince Andrew Marla Maples, the former wife of Donald Trump. Tiffany Trump, the daughter of Marla Maples and Donald Trump. Alan Dershowitz, lawyer and media pundit. Jean Luc Brunel, French model agency boss and alleged Epstein co-conspirator. Pop star Michael Jackson Marvin Minsky, AI pioneer. Naomi Campbell, British model Courtney Love, American singer Michael Wolff, journalist and author Noam Chomsky, linguist and professor Peggy Siegel, publicist Peter Thiel, billionaire investor and Musk’s close friend Mick Jagger, English musician and frontman of The Rolling Stones. Bill Richardson, former governor of New Mexico Glenn Dubin, an American hedge fund manager. Eva Andersson-Dubin, former Miss Sweden and wife of Glenn Dubin, who once dated Epstein. Tom Pritzker, American tycoon and philanthropist Chris Tucker, American comedian and actor Robert F. Kennedy Jr., US Secretary of Health and Human Services Mary Kennedy, the late wife of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Virginia Giuffre, formerly known as Virginia Roberts, who accused Prince Andrew of sexual assault. Dana Burns Frédéric Fekkai, celebrity hairstylist Alexandra Fekkai, son of Frédéric Fekkai Jo Jo Fontanella, Epstein’s butler Doug Band, longtime Bill Clinton aide Eric Gany Sheridan Gibson-Butte Shelly Harrison Victoria Hazell Forest Sawyer Sarah Kellen, Epstein’s former assistant Adriana Mucinska, Epstein’s former assistant Peter Marino Nadia Marcinkova, alleged friend of Epstein David Mullen Joe Pagano Kristy Rodgers Patsy Rodgers Mark Epstein, brother of Jeffrey Epstein Emmy Taylor, Maxwell’s ex-personal assistant Brent Tindall, chef for Epstein Ed Tuttle Les Wexner, a former business partner of Epstein Abigail Wexner, wife of Les Wexner Cresencia Valdez Maritza Vasquez Sharon Reynolds Courtney Wild Mark Zeff, New York decorator Kelly Spamm Alexandra Dixon Ricardo Legoretta&nbsp;<h2>‘Dog that hasn’t barked is Trump’</h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2>The alleged sex offender, Jeffrey Epstein, claimed in several private emails that US President Donald Trump was aware of his act and "Spent hours" at his house. Epstein claimed that the then-friend of his "knew about the girls". The emails released by the House Democrats on Wednesday (Nov 12) showed that the alleged sex offender claimed Trump spent time with one of his victims.&nbsp;Trump has always denied any involvement in the case, saying he and Epstein were once on friendly terms but later parted ways. However, the Democrats on the House Oversight Committee said the emails, selected from thousands of pages of documents received by their panel, told a different story.&nbsp;“These latest emails and correspondence raise glaring questions about what else the White House is hiding and the nature of the relationship between Epstein and the president,” Representative Robert Garcia of California, the top Democrat on the Oversight Committee, said in a statement.

Multiple high-profile people have been named in the Epstein files, including US President Donald Trump, former US President Bill Clinton, deceased pop star Michael Jackson and former British Prince Andrew.



The US House voted for all the reports in the Jefferey Epstein sex offence case to be released on Tuesday (Nov 18). In the next step, the US President Donald Trump would sign the bill. On the very same day, Trump hosted Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in the White House, where he got furious on the question related to the Epstein files. He said that he has no role in the alleged case. The bill, known as “The Epstein Files Transparency Act", will mandate the US Attorney General Pam Bondi to make available all “unclassified records, documents, communications and investigative materials" in the Department of Justice’s possession related to Epstein. Full list of names in Epstein Files Multiple high-profile people have been named in the Epstein files, including US President Donald Trump, former US President Bill Clinton, deceased pop star Michael Jackson and former British Prince Andrew. The names included in the documents previously released are: Ghislaine Maxwell, Epstein’s former girlfriend who was convicted in 2021 on sex trafficking charges. Former UK Prince Andrew, Duke of York, is the second son of Queen Elizabeth II of Great Britain. Former US President Bill Clinton US President Donald Trump Tech mogul Elon Musk. Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, the former wife of Prince Andrew Marla Maples, the former wife of Donald Trump. Tiffany Trump, the daughter of Marla Maples and Donald Trump. Alan Dershowitz, lawyer and media pundit. Jean Luc Brunel, French model agency boss and alleged Epstein co-conspirator. Pop star Michael Jackson Marvin Minsky, AI pioneer. Naomi Campbell, British model Courtney Love, American singer Michael Wolff, journalist and author Noam Chomsky, linguist and professor Peggy Siegel, publicist Peter Thiel, billionaire investor and Musk’s close friend Mick Jagger, English musician and frontman of The Rolling Stones. Bill Richardson, former governor of New Mexico Glenn Dubin, an American hedge fund manager. Eva Andersson-Dubin, former Miss Sweden and wife of Glenn Dubin, who once dated Epstein. Tom Pritzker, American tycoon and philanthropist Chris Tucker, American comedian and actor Robert F. Kennedy Jr., US Secretary of Health and Human Services Mary Kennedy, the late wife of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Virginia Giuffre, formerly known as Virginia Roberts, who accused Prince Andrew of sexual assault. Dana Burns Frédéric Fekkai, celebrity hairstylist Alexandra Fekkai, son of Frédéric Fekkai Jo Jo Fontanella, Epstein’s butler Doug Band, longtime Bill Clinton aide Eric Gany Sheridan Gibson-Butte Shelly Harrison Victoria Hazell Forest Sawyer Sarah Kellen, Epstein’s former assistant Adriana Mucinska, Epstein’s former assistant Peter Marino Nadia Marcinkova, alleged friend of Epstein David Mullen Joe Pagano Kristy Rodgers Patsy Rodgers Mark Epstein, brother of Jeffrey Epstein Emmy Taylor, Maxwell’s ex-personal assistant Brent Tindall, chef for Epstein Ed Tuttle Les Wexner, a former business partner of Epstein Abigail Wexner, wife of Les Wexner Cresencia Valdez Maritza Vasquez Sharon Reynolds Courtney Wild Mark Zeff, New York decorator Kelly Spamm Alexandra Dixon Ricardo Legoretta ‘Dog that hasn’t barked is Trump’ The alleged sex offender, Jeffrey Epstein, claimed in several private emails that US President Donald Trump was aware of his act and "Spent hours" at his house. Epstein claimed that the then-friend of his "knew about the girls". The emails released by the House Democrats on Wednesday (Nov 12) showed that the alleged sex offender claimed Trump spent time with one of his victims. Trump has always denied any involvement in the case, saying he and Epstein were once on friendly terms but later parted ways. However, the Democrats on the House Oversight Committee said the emails, selected from thousands of pages of documents received by their panel, told a different story. “These latest emails and correspondence raise glaring questions about what else the White House is hiding and the nature of the relationship between Epstein and the president,” Representative Robert Garcia of California, the top Democrat on the Oversight Committee, said in a statement.

Multiple high-profile people have been named in the Epstein files, including US President Donald Trump, former US President Bill Clinton, deceased pop star Michael Jackson and former British Prince Andrew.&nbsp;

Epstein Files: Ahead of Trump’s approval to release it, here are all the people named in the sex offence document

Chile's first female president, Michelle Bachelet, on Wednesday (Nov 19) awarded the Indra Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development 2024. Bachelet, the only woman to have served as President of Chile from 2006-2010 and 2014-2028, went on to serve in key positions at the UN, including Founding Director of UN Women and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights.&nbsp;The award, instituted in 1986, is presented by the Indra Gandhi Memorial Trust, chaired by Sonia Gandhi. The trustees include Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Suman Dubey and Kanishka Singh.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-failure-frustration-impotent-rage-over-272-eminent-citizens-slam-rahul-s-attack-on-ec-1763561368810">‘Failure, frustration, impotent rage’: Over 272 eminent citizens slam Rahul’s attack on EC</a>&nbsp;Previous awardees include the last president of the Soviet Union, Mikhail Gorbachev, and former US President Jimmy Carter, Muhammad Yunus, the current chief advisor of Bangladesh, and Sheikh Hasina, who was ousted from the position of prime minister, leading to the formation of the Yunus-led interim government, featured among previous recipients of the award.&nbsp;While presenting the 37th Indra Gandhi Prize at Jawahar Bhawan in Delhi, Gandhi hailed Bechelet as an inspiring leader and drew parallels between her and India's first female prime minister, Indira Gandhi.&nbsp;“Michelle Bachelet has seen, at first hand, loss, oppression, torture and exile in her early years. It is a remarkable coincidence that both these women were born and raised in times of strife. Their country, their people, their family and they themselves were victims of subjugation,” Sonia Gandhi said.&nbsp;During her address after receiving the award, Bachelet said Indira Gandhi believed that the nations would prosper when they remained in harmony with one another.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pm-modi-to-visit-south-africa-to-attend-g20-leaders-meet-south-africa-g20-donald-trump-1763564723419">PM Modi to visit South Africa to attend G20 Leaders’ meet</a>&nbsp;“She believed that nations could prosper only if they lived in harmony with one another. This belief feels even more urgent in today’s fragmented world. One of the causes that deeply moved Indira Gandhi is also what inspired me to enter politics – to improve the welfare of the people. Early in my life, I realised that people’s wellbeing is closely linked to respect for human rights,” she said. &nbsp;

Previous awardees include Muhammad Yunus, former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, former US President Jimmy Carter, and the last President of the Soviet Union, Mikhail Gorbachev.


Chile's first female president, Michelle Bachelet, on Wednesday (Nov 19) awarded the Indra Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development 2024. Bachelet, the only woman to have served as President of Chile from 2006-2010 and 2014-2028, went on to serve in key positions at the UN, including Founding Director of UN Women and UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. The award, instituted in 1986, is presented by the Indra Gandhi Memorial Trust, chaired by Sonia Gandhi. The trustees include Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, Suman Dubey and Kanishka Singh. Also Read: ‘Failure, frustration, impotent rage’: Over 272 eminent citizens slam Rahul’s attack on EC Previous awardees include the last president of the Soviet Union, Mikhail Gorbachev, and former US President Jimmy Carter, Muhammad Yunus, the current chief advisor of Bangladesh, and Sheikh Hasina, who was ousted from the position of prime minister, leading to the formation of the Yunus-led interim government, featured among previous recipients of the award. While presenting the 37th Indra Gandhi Prize at Jawahar Bhawan in Delhi, Gandhi hailed Bechelet as an inspiring leader and drew parallels between her and India's first female prime minister, Indira Gandhi. “Michelle Bachelet has seen, at first hand, loss, oppression, torture and exile in her early years. It is a remarkable coincidence that both these women were born and raised in times of strife. Their country, their people, their family and they themselves were victims of subjugation,” Sonia Gandhi said. During her address after receiving the award, Bachelet said Indira Gandhi believed that the nations would prosper when they remained in harmony with one another. Also Read: PM Modi to visit South Africa to attend G20 Leaders’ meet “She believed that nations could prosper only if they lived in harmony with one another. This belief feels even more urgent in today’s fragmented world. One of the causes that deeply moved Indira Gandhi is also what inspired me to enter politics – to improve the welfare of the people. Early in my life, I realised that people’s wellbeing is closely linked to respect for human rights,” she said.

Previous awardees include Muhammad Yunus, former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, former US President Jimmy Carter, and the last President of the Soviet Union, Mikhail Gorbachev. &nbsp;

Michelle Bachelet awarded Indira Gandhi Peace Prize 2024 | Who gives the award? It is not the Government of India

At least 25 people, including three children, were killed in a Russian drone and missile attack on the western Ukrainian city of Ternopil that struck two blocks of residential flats, said rescue officials. Besides, 73 people, including 15 children, were wounded in one of the deadliest Russian strikes on western Ukraine since Moscow launched a full-scale war in 2022. In a separate strike, a drone attack targeted three districts of the northern city of Kharkiv, leaving more than 30 people injured.&nbsp;Two other western regions of Lviv and Ivano-Frankivsk were also hit, and photos posted online showed buildings and cars ablaze.Ukraine’s air force claimed to have shot down 442 of 476 drones launched by Russia and 41 of 48 missiles that were fired.Among the missiles hit, 10 were Russian cruise missiles downed by Ukrainian F-16 and Mirage 2000 jets, the air force said.&nbsp;Ternopil, a city closer to the Polish border than the capital Kyiv, did not face such attacks till now. Videos on social media show missiles shooting towards the city with very little sign of reaction from air defences on ground.President Volodymyr Zelensky shared a video that showed one of the two blocks of flats had completely caved in. The attack caused significant destruction, said Zelensky.&nbsp;“Every brazen attack against ordinary life shows that the pressure on Russia is insufficient. Effective sanctions and assistance to Ukraine can change this,” he said on X.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Energy facilities, transport, and civil infrastructure were also damaged in other locations across western Ukraine.Russia has recently upped its attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid as the fourth winter of the war approaches, hoping to damage morale as well as logistics and Ukraine’s own defence industry.&nbsp;Electrical supplies are already being rationed, and after the latest attacks, the energy ministry announced more power cuts.&nbsp;Russia’s defence ministry said it had carried out its massive strike using long-range precision weapons, claiming it had targeted Ukraine’s ‘military-industrial complex and energy sector’ in response to Ukrainian attacks on ‘civilian targets’.Ukraine’s military said on Tuesday it had fired US-supplied longer-range Atacms missiles at military targets inside Russia, the first time they had admitted using Atacms on Russian soil.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Zelensky travelled to the Turkish capital Ankara and was due to hold talks with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan amid reports that President Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff has been working on a plan with Russian counterpart Kirill Dmitriev.The Kremlin said no Russian representative would be joining the talks in Ankara. Spokesman Dmitry Peskov declined to comment on a media report that the US and Russia had been working on a peace plan for Ukraine.“In this case, there is nothing new that we can inform you about,” Peskov told journalists.&nbsp;His comments came amid reports that Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has said that Russia’s conditions for a peace deal had not changed since Putin laid them out in 2024.&nbsp;

Russia has upped its attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid as the fourth winter of the war approaches, hoping to damage morale, logistics, and Ukraine’s defence industry. Electrical supplies are already being rationed, and after the latest attacks, the energy ministry announced more power cuts.

At least 25 people, including three children, were killed in a Russian drone and missile attack on the western Ukrainian city of Ternopil that struck two blocks of residential flats, said rescue officials. Besides, 73 people, including 15 children, were wounded in one of the deadliest Russian strikes on western Ukraine since Moscow launched a full-scale war in 2022. In a separate strike, a drone attack targeted three districts of the northern city of Kharkiv, leaving more than 30 people injured. Two other western regions of Lviv and Ivano-Frankivsk were also hit, and photos posted online showed buildings and cars ablaze. Ukraine’s air force claimed to have shot down 442 of 476 drones launched by Russia and 41 of 48 missiles that were fired. Among the missiles hit, 10 were Russian cruise missiles downed by Ukrainian F-16 and Mirage 2000 jets, the air force said. Ternopil, a city closer to the Polish border than the capital Kyiv, did not face such attacks till now. Videos on social media show missiles shooting towards the city with very little sign of reaction from air defences on ground. President Volodymyr Zelensky shared a video that showed one of the two blocks of flats had completely caved in. The attack caused significant destruction, said Zelensky. “Every brazen attack against ordinary life shows that the pressure on Russia is insufficient. Effective sanctions and assistance to Ukraine can change this,” he said on X.

Russia has upped its attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid as the fourth winter of the war approaches, hoping to damage morale, logistics, and Ukraine’s defence industry. Electrical supplies are already being rationed, and after the latest attacks, the energy ministry announced more power cuts.

Children among 25 killed, 73 injured in Russian drone and missile strikes on Ukraine

Jakarta and New Delhi are quietly working on the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile deal, something that could get impetus during Indonesia’s Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin's visit to India from 26–28 November. During the visit, he will hold key talks with Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The three-day visit is expected to include talks on the possible export of the missile, one of the world's fastest supersonic cruise missiles, versatile for land, sea, and air launches, to the ASEAN country.BrahMos Aerospace, the Indo-Russian joint venture between DRDO and NPO Mashinostroyenia, has already delivered the first battery to the Philippines under a $375 million deal signed in 2022. Indonesia's interest is driven by geography and geopolitics. The country sits astride the Malacca Strait, one of the world’s busiest maritime chokepoints. A BrahMos coastal battery would give Jakarta a credible capability amid a rise in the number of maritime challenges.Equally important is Indonesia’s desire to diversify its arms sources. Main suppliers of the South East Asian country include Russia, US, China. India, with its rapidly maturing defence industry, offers a major option.The “Make in India” dimension adds another layer. The new BrahMos production line in Lucknow, inaugurated recently, sharply increases output and brings unit costs down. The deal, if concluded, is likely to be in the $600–800 million range. For India, Indonesia would mark the second Southeast Asian customer after the Philippines and a major validation of its ambition to become a top-tier arms exporter.India and Indonesia share robust defence ties, with key engagements including bilateral exercises like Garuda Shakti (Army) and Samudra Shakti (Navy), IND-INDO CORPAT, alongside regular staff talks and Subject Matter Expert Exchanges. High-level engagements, including Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi’s December 2024 trip and the Defence Ministers’ meeting under ADMM-Plus.

BrahMos Aerospace, the Indo-Russian joint venture between DRDO and NPO Mashinostroyenia, has already delivered the first battery to the Philippines under a $375 million deal signed in 2022. 

Jakarta and New Delhi are quietly working on the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile deal, something that could get impetus during Indonesia’s Defence Minister Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin's visit to India from 26–28 November. During the visit, he will hold key talks with Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. The three-day visit is expected to include talks on the possible export of the missile, one of the world's fastest supersonic cruise missiles, versatile for land, sea, and air launches, to the ASEAN country. BrahMos Aerospace, the Indo-Russian joint venture between DRDO and NPO Mashinostroyenia, has already delivered the first battery to the Philippines under a $375 million deal signed in 2022. Indonesia's interest is driven by geography and geopolitics. The country sits astride the Malacca Strait, one of the world’s busiest maritime chokepoints. A BrahMos coastal battery would give Jakarta a credible capability amid a rise in the number of maritime challenges. Equally important is Indonesia’s desire to diversify its arms sources. Main suppliers of the South East Asian country include Russia, US, China. India, with its rapidly maturing defence industry, offers a major option. The “Make in India” dimension adds another layer. The new BrahMos production line in Lucknow, inaugurated recently, sharply increases output and brings unit costs down. The deal, if concluded, is likely to be in the $600–800 million range. For India, Indonesia would mark the second Southeast Asian customer after the Philippines and a major validation of its ambition to become a top-tier arms exporter. India and Indonesia share robust defence ties, with key engagements including bilateral exercises like Garuda Shakti (Army) and Samudra Shakti (Navy), IND-INDO CORPAT, alongside regular staff talks and Subject Matter Expert Exchanges. High-level engagements, including Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi’s December 2024 trip and the Defence Ministers’ meeting under ADMM-Plus.

BrahMos Aerospace, the Indo-Russian joint venture between DRDO and NPO Mashinostroyenia, has already delivered the first battery to the Philippines under a $375 million deal signed in 2022.&nbsp;

Indonesia's Defence Minister to visit India next week to accelerate BrahMos missile export deal

Eight years ago, an Indian national allegedly stabbed a 38-year-old woman and her six-year-old son to death in New Jersey. The woman, Sasikala Narra, was a techie from India's Vijayawada. The accused, Nazeer Hameed, has been charged by the US authorities. The Burlington County Prosecutor in New Jersey, on Tuesday (Nov 18), urged the Trump administration and the Government of India to extradite Hameed, who reportedly fled to India after allegedly committing the double homicide.&nbsp;This was after DNA samples, discovered in Hameed's work laptop, were matched with the blood found at the crime scene. Prosecutors said Hameed, who was in the US on a work visa, was a colleague of Narra's husband at a New Jersey-based company and lived in the same apartment complex.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/epstein-files-ahead-of-trump-s-approval-to-release-it-here-are-all-the-people-named-in-the-sex-offence-document-1763573748515">Epstein Files: Here are all the people named in the sex offence document</a>&nbsp;"We worked with our federal partners and authorities in India to approach Nazeer about giving a DNA sample. Nazeer Hameed declines that request," CBS News quoted Lieutenant Brian Cunningham of the Burlington County Prosecutor's Office as saying."We call upon the United States government and the government of India to take swift and decisive action to ensure that this individual is extradited without delay," 6ABC News quoted Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia Bradshaw as saying.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-justice-department-will-release-epstein-files-within-30-days-says-ag-pam-bondi-1763580572919">US Justice Department will release Epstein files within 30 days, says Bondi</a>&nbsp;Sasikala Narra and her six-year-old son, Anish Narra, were found dead in the apartment complex they stayed in by Hanu Narra, Sasikala's husband. Hameed was declared the person of interest when it was found he was stalking Hanu Narra.

 The Burlington County Prosecutor in New Jersey, on Tuesday (Nov 18), urged the Trump administration and the Government of India to extradite Hameed, who reportedly fled to India after allegedly committing the double homicide.



Eight years ago, an Indian national allegedly stabbed a 38-year-old woman and her six-year-old son to death in New Jersey. The woman, Sasikala Narra, was a techie from India's Vijayawada. The accused, Nazeer Hameed, has been charged by the US authorities. The Burlington County Prosecutor in New Jersey, on Tuesday (Nov 18), urged the Trump administration and the Government of India to extradite Hameed, who reportedly fled to India after allegedly committing the double homicide. This was after DNA samples, discovered in Hameed's work laptop, were matched with the blood found at the crime scene. Prosecutors said Hameed, who was in the US on a work visa, was a colleague of Narra's husband at a New Jersey-based company and lived in the same apartment complex. Also read: Epstein Files: Here are all the people named in the sex offence document "We worked with our federal partners and authorities in India to approach Nazeer about giving a DNA sample. Nazeer Hameed declines that request," CBS News quoted Lieutenant Brian Cunningham of the Burlington County Prosecutor's Office as saying. "We call upon the United States government and the government of India to take swift and decisive action to ensure that this individual is extradited without delay," 6ABC News quoted Burlington County Prosecutor LaChia Bradshaw as saying. Also read: US Justice Department will release Epstein files within 30 days, says Bondi Sasikala Narra and her six-year-old son, Anish Narra, were found dead in the apartment complex they stayed in by Hanu Narra, Sasikala's husband. Hameed was declared the person of interest when it was found he was stalking Hanu Narra.

&nbsp;The Burlington County Prosecutor in New Jersey, on Tuesday (Nov 18), urged the Trump administration and the Government of India to extradite Hameed, who reportedly fled to India after allegedly committing the double homicide.&nbsp;

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Prime Minister Sushila Karki on Wednesday urged all political parties to register with the Election Commission and cooperate in ensuring that the March 5 elections are held peacefully, economically and credibly.&nbsp;Addressing an all-party meeting at Singha Durbar convened amid calls from traditional parties to reinstate Parliament and their reluctance to join the polls, Karki reiterated her government’s “firm and unwavering” commitment to holding elections on time.&nbsp;“Political hesitation, demands for Parliament’s reinstatement and questions over the government’s legitimacy even after elections have been announced, risk pushing the nation back into instability,” she said. “Pursuing reinstatement now would only repeat past political mistakes. We must shift the debate toward the constitutionally mandated exit elections.”&nbsp;Her remarks come as CPN- UML chair KP Sharma Oli continues to criticise the President’s decision to dissolve the House during the September Gen Z uprising. Oli has also decided to file a writ petition at the Supreme Court demanding reinstatement.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/two-foreigners-detained-as-india-nepal-boost-border-security-1763565040598">Two foreigners detained as India-Nepal boost border security</a>&nbsp;Karki said parties that believe in democracy cannot evade their constitutional duty by seeking reinstatement or resisting the public mandate. “Running away from elections is not an option,” she said, stressing that polls cannot be imagined without the participation and cooperation of political parties.&nbsp;“Any party refusing to register or boycotting elections will be seen as choosing disorder over democracy,” she warned.&nbsp;Karki also said her government would fully support the Election Commission in taking action against hate speech. “Some leaders have used hateful language that has polluted the political environment. Such expressions are serious violations of the code of conduct, and the government will take immediate and public action,” she said in reference to Oli’s criticism of the government.&nbsp;She further announced strict monitoring of spending, misuse of resources and mass hiring practices seen in past polls. Campaign periods, she said, would be capped at 21 days to keep elections economical and transparent. “This is taxpayers’ money, we will not allow it to be misused,” she added.Reflecting on the recent Gen Z uprising that toppled the Oli-led government, Karki said the demands of Nepal’s youth extended beyond law and order. “Their voices call for an end to the culture of protecting brokers, middlemen, corrupt networks and mafias. Their anger demands structural and political change.”&nbsp;The September 8 crackdown, during which security forces used live ammunition, killing 21 young protesters, remains under investigation. A commission has been formed to probe the incident, with widespread calls for the arrest of Oli and then home minister Ramesh Lekhak. “Impartial and swift investigations are underway, and those responsible will face legal action,” Karki said.&nbsp;The Prime Minister also outlined ongoing measures to strengthen accountability and transparency while assuring citizens of peaceful, fear-free elections. She said additional security forces would be deployed, especially in sensitive districts designated as “hotspots” with increased intelligence and plainclothes personnel on the ground.&nbsp;“We will prevent political unrest and ensure every citizen can vote without fear,” she said. “Strict security arrangements are in place to curb disruptions or unrest caused by any groups, including escaped inmates.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/afghan-minister-begins-india-visit-as-kabul-seeks-new-trade-lifelines-attends-delhi-trade-fair-1763562767914">Afghan Minister begins India visit as Kabul seeks new trade lifelines; attends Delhi trade fair</a>&nbsp;The Gen Z-led anti-corruption movement on September 8–9 ousted the Oli government. President Ramchandra Paudel appointed Karki as interim Prime Minister on September 12 at the recommendation of movement leaders and dissolved the House, a key demand of the agitators and giving her six months to conduct parliamentary elections.&nbsp;More than 10 petitions have since been filed at the Supreme Court challenging the dissolution. While the Nepali Congress is keeping both options, elections and reinstatement, open, the UML has been vocal in demanding immediate reinstatement of the House. &nbsp;

PM Sushila Karki's remarks come as CPN- UML chair KP Sharma Oli continues to criticise the President’s decision to dissolve the House during the September Gen Z uprising. Oli has also decided to file a writ petition at the Supreme Court demanding reinstatement.



Prime Minister Sushila Karki on Wednesday urged all political parties to register with the Election Commission and cooperate in ensuring that the March 5 elections are held peacefully, economically and credibly. Addressing an all-party meeting at Singha Durbar convened amid calls from traditional parties to reinstate Parliament and their reluctance to join the polls, Karki reiterated her government’s “firm and unwavering” commitment to holding elections on time. “Political hesitation, demands for Parliament’s reinstatement and questions over the government’s legitimacy even after elections have been announced, risk pushing the nation back into instability,” she said. “Pursuing reinstatement now would only repeat past political mistakes. We must shift the debate toward the constitutionally mandated exit elections.” Her remarks come as CPN- UML chair KP Sharma Oli continues to criticise the President’s decision to dissolve the House during the September Gen Z uprising. Oli has also decided to file a writ petition at the Supreme Court demanding reinstatement. Also Read: Two foreigners detained as India-Nepal boost border security Karki said parties that believe in democracy cannot evade their constitutional duty by seeking reinstatement or resisting the public mandate. “Running away from elections is not an option,” she said, stressing that polls cannot be imagined without the participation and cooperation of political parties. “Any party refusing to register or boycotting elections will be seen as choosing disorder over democracy,” she warned. Karki also said her government would fully support the Election Commission in taking action against hate speech. “Some leaders have used hateful language that has polluted the political environment. Such expressions are serious violations of the code of conduct, and the government will take immediate and public action,” she said in reference to Oli’s criticism of the government. She further announced strict monitoring of spending, misuse of resources and mass hiring practices seen in past polls. Campaign periods, she said, would be capped at 21 days to keep elections economical and transparent. “This is taxpayers’ money, we will not allow it to be misused,” she added. Reflecting on the recent Gen Z uprising that toppled the Oli-led government, Karki said the demands of Nepal’s youth extended beyond law and order. “Their voices call for an end to the culture of protecting brokers, middlemen, corrupt networks and mafias. Their anger demands structural and political change.” The September 8 crackdown, during which security forces used live ammunition, killing 21 young protesters, remains under investigation. A commission has been formed to probe the incident, with widespread calls for the arrest of Oli and then home minister Ramesh Lekhak. “Impartial and swift investigations are underway, and those responsible will face legal action,” Karki said. The Prime Minister also outlined ongoing measures to strengthen accountability and transparency while assuring citizens of peaceful, fear-free elections. She said additional security forces would be deployed, especially in sensitive districts designated as “hotspots” with increased intelligence and plainclothes personnel on the ground. “We will prevent political unrest and ensure every citizen can vote without fear,” she said. “Strict security arrangements are in place to curb disruptions or unrest caused by any groups, including escaped inmates.” Also Read: Afghan Minister begins India visit as Kabul seeks new trade lifelines; attends Delhi trade fair The Gen Z-led anti-corruption movement on September 8–9 ousted the Oli government. President Ramchandra Paudel appointed Karki as interim Prime Minister on September 12 at the recommendation of movement leaders and dissolved the House, a key demand of the agitators and giving her six months to conduct parliamentary elections. More than 10 petitions have since been filed at the Supreme Court challenging the dissolution. While the Nepali Congress is keeping both options, elections and reinstatement, open, the UML has been vocal in demanding immediate reinstatement of the House.

PM Sushila Karki's remarks come as CPN- UML chair KP Sharma Oli continues to criticise the President’s decision to dissolve the House during the September Gen Z uprising. Oli has also decided to file a writ petition at the Supreme Court demanding reinstatement.&nbsp;

Nepal PM warns parties resistant to joining March polls

Amid the ongoing diplomatic tensions, China claimed on Wednesday (Nov 19) that Japan was not "qualified" to become a permanent member of the UNSC. &nbsp;The Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said, Japan is “incapable of shouldering the responsibility of safeguarding international peace and security." This was amid the tensions over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s remarks on Taiwan. Mao said Japan “is not qualified to become a permanent member of the UN Security Council".&nbsp;At present, the UNSC has five permanent members: China, the US, the UK, France, and Russia. Countries like India have called for reforms to the UN Security Council so that it reflects the current multipolar order.&nbsp;“Japan has not fully reflected on its wartime responsibilities and Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has recently made erroneous remarks about Taiwan, challenging the post-war international order," Ning said.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/FMsays?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#FMsays</a> Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said Japan has not fully reflected on its wartime responsibilities and that Japan&#39;s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has recently made erroneous remarks about Taiwan, challenging the post-war international order. A country like this is… <a href="https://t.co/jGeYelSGEu">pic.twitter.com/jGeYelSGEu</a>&mdash; China Daily (@ChinaDaily) <a href="https://twitter.com/ChinaDaily/status/1991124045274755401?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 19, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

US sells $700 million air-defence system to Taiwan&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/epstein-files-ahead-of-trump-s-approval-to-release-it-here-are-all-the-people-named-in-the-sex-offence-document-1763573748515">Epstein Files: Here are all the people named in the sex offence document</a>&nbsp;The US has confirmed selling Taiwan an advanced missile system worth almost $700 million, which has been battle-tested in Ukraine. This was the island nation's second weapons package in a week, bringing the total to $1 billion. In the Indo-Pacific region, only Australia and Indonesia currently operate the system, three of which the United States said it would provide to Taiwan as part of a $ 2 billion weapons sale last year.&nbsp;The weapon system is known as the National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS), a medium-range air defence solution. "Fiscal 2026 foreign military sales (Taiwan) funds in the amount of $698,948,760 were obligated," the Pentagon said in a statement.&nbsp;This came amid Japan-China tensions over Taiwan. Following this, Taiwan is preparing its citizens for any emergencies, like a natural disaster or a Chinese invasion.

At present, the UNSC has five permanent members: China, the US, the UK, France, and Russia. Countries like India have called for reforms to the UN Security Council so that it reflects the current multipolar order.



Amid the ongoing diplomatic tensions, China claimed on Wednesday (Nov 19) that Japan was not "qualified" to become a permanent member of the UNSC. The Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said, Japan is “incapable of shouldering the responsibility of safeguarding international peace and security." This was amid the tensions over Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s remarks on Taiwan. Mao said Japan “is not qualified to become a permanent member of the UN Security Council". At present, the UNSC has five permanent members: China, the US, the UK, France, and Russia. Countries like India have called for reforms to the UN Security Council so that it reflects the current multipolar order. “Japan has not fully reflected on its wartime responsibilities and Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has recently made erroneous remarks about Taiwan, challenging the post-war international order," Ning said.

At present, the UNSC has five permanent members: China, the US, the UK, France, and Russia. Countries like India have called for reforms to the UN Security Council so that it reflects the current multipolar order.&nbsp;

Japan not qualified to become permanent UNSC member? China says Tokyo is ‘incapable of shouldering responsibility’ amid Taiwan row

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