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Donald Trump's ally, Laura Loomer, had a huge meltdown on social media after the US President hosted his Syrian counterpart, Ahmed al-Sharaa, on Monday (Nov 10). Loomer took to the X and shared a video of al-Sharaa greeting people outside the White House. The video had a caption: “Ahmed al-Sharaa greets Syrians who had gathered outside the White House.”&nbsp;Loomer wrote, "Wow. Did they really allow for a mob of jihadi loving Muslims to be present on White House grounds to fawn over this ISIS terrorist as they waved Syrian flags and chanted “TAKBIR! ALLAHU AKBAR”?”&nbsp;“You’ve got to be kidding me. AM I SEEING THIS CORRECTLY? I want to vomit. I thought we were deporting the jihadists? Not inviting them into the President’s home…” she added.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Wow. Did they really allow for a mob of jihadi loving Muslims to be present on White House grounds to fawn over this ISIS terrorist as they waved Syrian flags and chanted “TAKBIR! ALLAHU AKBAR”? You’ve got to be kidding me. AM I SEEING THIS CORRECTLY? I want to vomit. 🤮… <a href="https://t.co/XZ5dLiaaDk">https://t.co/XZ5dLiaaDk</a>&mdash; Laura Loomer (@LauraLoomer) <a href="https://twitter.com/LauraLoomer/status/1987965206148857928?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The historic meeting&nbsp;&nbsp;Trump hosted Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in a historic meeting on Monday (Nov 10) in the White House. The American president vowed to do everything he could to make Syria successful. He is the same person who was sanctioned by Washington as a foreign terrorist until recently. He was a former al-Qaeda commander. Al-Sharaa came to power after overthrowing the autocratic leader Bashar al-Assad this year. Since then, the Syrian president has been busy touring the world and presenting himself as a moderate politician. Among his top priorities to visit the US was pushing for the full removal of the toughest US sanctions. After a closed-door meeting with Trump, the US Treasury Department announced a 180-day extension of its suspension of enforcement of the so-called Caesar sanctions.&nbsp;5 key points of the meeting:&nbsp;1. Trump met the 43-year-old leader for the first time in Washington and six months after their first meeting in Saudi Arabia. In the latter, Trump had promised to lift sanctions on him. It was just days after the US said he was no longer a "Specially Designated Global Terrorist."&nbsp;2. Al-Sharaa once had a $10 million US bounty on his head. The Syrian leader entered the White House through a side door, where reporters only got a glimpse instead of through the West Wing main door, where cameras often capture Trump greeting VIPs.&nbsp;3. Trump, in a press briefing, called al-Sharaa a "strong leader" and added: We’ll do everything we can to make Syria successful."&nbsp;4. Syria recently signed a political cooperation declaration with the US-led "Global Coalition to Defeat Islamic State," the Syrian information minister said in a post on X after the meeting.&nbsp;5. Just hours before the meeting, two separate Islamic State plots were reported to assassinate al-Sharaa.

The American president vowed to do everything he could to make Syria successful. He is the same person who was sanctioned by Washington as a foreign terrorist until recently. He was a former al-Qaeda commander.

Donald Trump's ally, Laura Loomer, had a huge meltdown on social media after the US President hosted his Syrian counterpart, Ahmed al-Sharaa, on Monday (Nov 10). Loomer took to the X and shared a video of al-Sharaa greeting people outside the White House. The video had a caption: “Ahmed al-Sharaa greets Syrians who had gathered outside the White House.” Loomer wrote, "Wow. Did they really allow for a mob of jihadi loving Muslims to be present on White House grounds to fawn over this ISIS terrorist as they waved Syrian flags and chanted “TAKBIR! ALLAHU AKBAR”?” “You’ve got to be kidding me. AM I SEEING THIS CORRECTLY? I want to vomit. I thought we were deporting the jihadists? Not inviting them into the President’s home…” she added.

The American president vowed to do everything he could to make Syria successful. He is the same person who was sanctioned by Washington as a foreign terrorist until recently. He was a former al-Qaeda commander.

‘I want to vomit’: Laura Loomer’s huge meltdown after Trump hosts Syria’s al-Sharaa in WH

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (Nov 11) said that those responsible for the deadly blast near the iconic Red Fort in Delhi “will not be spared” and “will be brought to justice”. He made the remarks during his visit to Bhutan. On Monday (Nov 10) evening, at least eight people were killed and 20 others were injured after an explosion in a car. The authorities have not yet shared details on the cause of the blast and an investigation is underway.&nbsp;“Today, I come here with a very heavy heart. The horrific incident that took place in Delhi yesterday evening has deeply saddened everyone. I understand the grief of the affected families. The entire nation stands with them today,” PM Modi said.&nbsp;The prime minister further added, “I was in touch with all the agencies investigating this incident throughout last night. Our agencies will get to the bottom of this conspiracy. The conspirators behind this will not be spared.”&nbsp;He added, speaking in English, “All those responsible will be brought to justice.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The horrific blast in Delhi last evening has deeply pained everyone. India stands with those who have suffered. I assure everyone that the agencies will get to the bottom of the entire conspiracy. All those involved will be brought to justice. <a href="https://t.co/gwFzSVwD2Q">pic.twitter.com/gwFzSVwD2Q</a>&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1988154858378317848?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also said that those responsible for the tragedy will be brought to justice.&nbsp;"Those responsible for this tragedy will be brought to justice and will not be spared under any circumstances," he said.

‘Horrific incident’: PM Modi says those behind Delhi Red Fort blast ‘will not be spared’

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (Nov 11) said that those responsible for the deadly blast near the iconic Red Fort in Delhi “will not be spared” and “will be brought to justice”. He made the remarks during his visit to Bhutan. On Monday (Nov 10) evening, at least eight people were killed and 20 others were injured after an explosion in a car. The authorities have not yet shared details on the cause of the blast and an investigation is underway. “Today, I come here with a very heavy heart. The horrific incident that took place in Delhi yesterday evening has deeply saddened everyone. I understand the grief of the affected families. The entire nation stands with them today,” PM Modi said. The prime minister further added, “I was in touch with all the agencies investigating this incident throughout last night. Our agencies will get to the bottom of this conspiracy. The conspirators behind this will not be spared.” He added, speaking in English, “All those responsible will be brought to justice.”

‘Horrific incident’: PM Modi says those behind Delhi Red Fort blast ‘will not be spared’

Belém, Brazil, has welcomed climate change activists, journalists, and other high-profile guests for the COP30 climate summit, which began on Monday. Ironically, a multi-lane highway has been built to ferry all of them to Belem by cutting down 100,000 trees in the Amazon forest spread over a 12-kilometre area. US President Donald Trump also cited recently how a horrible thing has been done to the forest. "They ripped the hell out of the Rainforest of Brazil to build a four-lane highway for Environmentalists to travel. It's become a big scandal!" Trump posted on Truth Social on Sunday. Trump is not attending the conference as White House spokesperson Taylor Rogers says the president would "not jeopardise our country's economic and national security to pursue vague climate goals that are killing other countries." &nbsp;California Governor Gavin Newsom and New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, are in Brazil for COP30.Also Read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-people-against-tariffs-are-fools-trump-says-each-american-will-be-paid-2000-dividend-1762696056887"> ‘People against tariffs are fools’: Trump says each American will be paid $2000 dividend</a> &nbsp;<h2>People lashed out at the irony of cutting down trees for a climate conference</h2>It's strange how the authorities were perfectly fine with cutting down hundreds of thousands of trees for a climate conference where leaders are gathering to talk about deforestation. Activists and netizens are enraged by the act, slamming those responsible for clearing such a huge area of the Amazon rainforest. Canadian climate activist Mike Hudema wrote on X, "You can't be a climate leader if you're cutting down one of the world's greatest climate solutions to do it." Climate change has been a major talking point, and several studies note that the world has already crossed the 1.5°C global warming limit for the first time on an annual basis. The Amazon is seen as the answer to Earth's climate problems, but corruption and illegal activities have led to a large portion of it being cut down.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/desolation-by-smog-politics-polluted-indian-capital-delhi-and-we-re-grappling-with-our-own-mess-once-again-1761896635761">Desolation by Smog: Politics polluted Indian capital Delhi, and we're GRAPpling with our own mess, once again</a>&nbsp;<h2>Amazon is crucial for the environment and helps reduce global warming</h2>The latest move has angered everyone, as experts had flagged that Amazon could not afford to lose any more trees. If this happened, then billions of tons of stored carbon would be released into the air, making climate change much worse. Researchers Thomas Lovejoy and Carlos Nobre wrote in a study in Science Advances that if 20 to 25 per cent of the Amazon were cut down, it would turn dry and grassy due to a lack of enough rain.&nbsp;An X user pointed out the irony of the COP30 and the cutting down of trees. "If they truly saw climate change as an imminent catastrophe, would they destroy the lungs of the planet for their own convenience?" they wrote. &nbsp;The highway was suggested by the Brazilian state government of Para more than 10 years ago. Environmentalists came out against i,t and this led to it being cancelled back then. But the COP30 summit once again led politicians to back it, along with several hotels and airport expansion. They claim that the highway is sustainable because of the solar-powered LED lighting. 30 wildlife crossings, protective fencing for vegetation, and bicycle lanes.

The COP30 climate summit has started, and a scandal has erupted over the new multi-lane highway. Around 100,000 trees have been cut down in the Amazon to make way for all the delegates. People cannot believe that something like this would be done to talk about deforestation.

Belém, Brazil, has welcomed climate change activists, journalists, and other high-profile guests for the COP30 climate summit, which began on Monday. Ironically, a multi-lane highway has been built to ferry all of them to Belem by cutting down 100,000 trees in the Amazon forest spread over a 12-kilometre area. US President Donald Trump also cited recently how a horrible thing has been done to the forest. "They ripped the hell out of the Rainforest of Brazil to build a four-lane highway for Environmentalists to travel. It's become a big scandal!" Trump posted on Truth Social on Sunday. Trump is not attending the conference as White House spokesperson Taylor Rogers says the president would "not jeopardise our country's economic and national security to pursue vague climate goals that are killing other countries." California Governor Gavin Newsom and New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, are in Brazil for COP30. Also Read: ‘People against tariffs are fools’: Trump says each American will be paid $2000 dividend People lashed out at the irony of cutting down trees for a climate conference It's strange how the authorities were perfectly fine with cutting down hundreds of thousands of trees for a climate conference where leaders are gathering to talk about deforestation. Activists and netizens are enraged by the act, slamming those responsible for clearing such a huge area of the Amazon rainforest. Canadian climate activist Mike Hudema wrote on X, "You can't be a climate leader if you're cutting down one of the world's greatest climate solutions to do it." Climate change has been a major talking point, and several studies note that the world has already crossed the 1.5°C global warming limit for the first time on an annual basis. The Amazon is seen as the answer to Earth's climate problems, but corruption and illegal activities have led to a large portion of it being cut down. Also Read: Desolation by Smog: Politics polluted Indian capital Delhi, and we're GRAPpling with our own mess, once again Amazon is crucial for the environment and helps reduce global warming The latest move has angered everyone, as experts had flagged that Amazon could not afford to lose any more trees. If this happened, then billions of tons of stored carbon would be released into the air, making climate change much worse. Researchers Thomas Lovejoy and Carlos Nobre wrote in a study in Science Advances that if 20 to 25 per cent of the Amazon were cut down, it would turn dry and grassy due to a lack of enough rain. An X user pointed out the irony of the COP30 and the cutting down of trees. "If they truly saw climate change as an imminent catastrophe, would they destroy the lungs of the planet for their own convenience?" they wrote. The highway was suggested by the Brazilian state government of Para more than 10 years ago. Environmentalists came out against i,t and this led to it being cancelled back then. But the COP30 summit once again led politicians to back it, along with several hotels and airport expansion. They claim that the highway is sustainable because of the solar-powered LED lighting. 30 wildlife crossings, protective fencing for vegetation, and bicycle lanes.

The COP30 climate summit has started, and a scandal has erupted over the new multi-lane highway. Around 100,000 trees have been cut down in the Amazon to make way for all the delegates. People cannot believe that something like this would be done to talk about deforestation.

Brazil cut down 100,000 Amazon trees for a climate conference - 'It's become a big scandal'

Praising India as "one of the world's oldest civilisations" and "the largest country in the world", United States President Donald Trump presided over the swearing-in ceremony of Sergio Gor as the next US Ambassador to India, underscoring the vital importance of the US-India partnership Trump said he was entrusting Gor to further strengthen strategic, economic, and security ties with New Delhi, while deepening America's "fantastic relationship" with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Making remarks from the Oval Office, Trump said, “Today we are thrilled to be here for the swearing-in of our next Ambassador to India and special envoy to South and Central Asia, which is a big deal and Sergio will handle it better than anybody could handle it. I want to congratulate Sergio” Present at the swearing-in ceremony were US Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary Scott Bessent, Attorney General Pam Bondi and US Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro, Erika Kirk and several senators. In his remarks during the swearing-in ceremony of Sergio Gor, the US President said, "I'm trusting Sergio to help strengthen our country's one of the most important international relationships, and that is the strategic partnership with the Republic of India. It's a big deal. India is a home to one of the world's oldest civilisations, the largest country in the world and it has got over 1.5 billion people and we have a fantastic relationship with Prime Minister Modi and Sergio's enhanced that because he's become already friendly with Prime Minister. Knowing that Sergio is going to be the Ambassador, they would call constantly to say, 'let's get to know this man' and they like what they see." "I know you're gonna have a great success over there. It's a very important relationship. It's also the fastest-growing middle class and it's an important economic and strategic security partner in the Indo-Pacific region. It's an amazing country". "As the Ambassador, Sergio will work to fortify our country's bond, promote investments in key US industries and technologies, increase American energy exports, and expand our security cooperation", he further added. After taking the oath, Gor thanked Trump for entrusting him with the responsibility of the relationship with India and said, "I look forward to enhancing the relationship between our two nations. I look forward to doing a great job for you". In August, Trump nominated Sergio Gor as India's next ambassador and Special Envoy for South and Central Asian Affairs. During his testimony before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee in September, Gor had emphasised that India is “one of the most important relationships our nation (US) has in the world.” Ahead of his swearing-in, he had visited India in October and met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, EAM S Jaishankar and NSA Ajit Doval.&nbsp;

Making remarks from the Oval Office, Trump said, “Today we are thrilled to be here for the swearing-in of our next Ambassador to India and special envoy to South and Central Asia, which is a big deal and Sergio will handle it better than anybody could handle it. 

Praising India as "one of the world's oldest civilisations" and "the largest country in the world", United States President Donald Trump presided over the swearing-in ceremony of Sergio Gor as the next US Ambassador to India, underscoring the vital importance of the US-India partnership Trump said he was entrusting Gor to further strengthen strategic, economic, and security ties with New Delhi, while deepening America's "fantastic relationship" with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Making remarks from the Oval Office, Trump said, “Today we are thrilled to be here for the swearing-in of our next Ambassador to India and special envoy to South and Central Asia, which is a big deal and Sergio will handle it better than anybody could handle it. I want to congratulate Sergio” Present at the swearing-in ceremony were US Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary Scott Bessent, Attorney General Pam Bondi and US Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro, Erika Kirk and several senators. In his remarks during the swearing-in ceremony of Sergio Gor, the US President said, "I'm trusting Sergio to help strengthen our country's one of the most important international relationships, and that is the strategic partnership with the Republic of India. It's a big deal. India is a home to one of the world's oldest civilisations, the largest country in the world and it has got over 1.5 billion people and we have a fantastic relationship with Prime Minister Modi and Sergio's enhanced that because he's become already friendly with Prime Minister. Knowing that Sergio is going to be the Ambassador, they would call constantly to say, 'let's get to know this man' and they like what they see." "I know you're gonna have a great success over there. It's a very important relationship. It's also the fastest-growing middle class and it's an important economic and strategic security partner in the Indo-Pacific region. It's an amazing country". "As the Ambassador, Sergio will work to fortify our country's bond, promote investments in key US industries and technologies, increase American energy exports, and expand our security cooperation", he further added. After taking the oath, Gor thanked Trump for entrusting him with the responsibility of the relationship with India and said, "I look forward to enhancing the relationship between our two nations. I look forward to doing a great job for you". In August, Trump nominated Sergio Gor as India's next ambassador and Special Envoy for South and Central Asian Affairs. During his testimony before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee in September, Gor had emphasised that India is “one of the most important relationships our nation (US) has in the world.” Ahead of his swearing-in, he had visited India in October and met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, EAM S Jaishankar and NSA Ajit Doval.

Making remarks from the Oval Office, Trump said, “Today we are thrilled to be here for the swearing-in of our next Ambassador to India and special envoy to South and Central Asia, which is a big deal and Sergio will handle it better than anybody could handle it.&nbsp;

Sergio Gor sworn-in as US Ambassador to India; Trump says 'trusting him with I'm trusting with very important relationship'

US President Donald Trump hosted &nbsp;Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in a historic meeting on Monday (Nov 10) in the White House. The American president vowed to do everything he could to make Syria successful. He is the same person who was sanctioned by Washington as a foreign terrorist until recently. He was a former al-Qaeda commander.&nbsp;Al-Sharaa came to power after overthrowing the autocratic leader Bashar al-Assad this year. Since then, the Syrian president has been busy touring the world and presenting himself as a moderate politician. Among his top priorities to visit the US was pushing for the full removal of the toughest US sanctions. After a closed-door meeting with Trump, &nbsp;the US Treasury Department announced a 180-day extension of its suspension of enforcement of the so-called Caesar sanctions.&nbsp;Here are 5 key points of the meeting:&nbsp;1. Trump met the 43-year-old leader for the first time in Washington and six months after their first meeting in Saudi Arabia. In the latter, Trump had promised to lift sanctions on him. It was just days after the US said he was no longer a "Specially Designated Global Terrorist."&nbsp;2. Al-Sharaa once had a $10 million US bounty on his head. The Syrian leader entered the White House through a side door, where reporters only got a glimpse instead of through the West Wing main door, where cameras often capture Trump greeting VIPs.&nbsp;3. Trump, in a press briefing, called al-Sharaa a "strong leader" and added: We’ll do everything we can to make Syria successful."&nbsp;4. Syria recently signed a political cooperation declaration with the US-led "Global Coalition to Defeat Islamic State," the Syrian information minister said in a post on X after the meeting.&nbsp;5. Just hours before the meeting, two separate Islamic State plots were reported to assassinate al-Sharaa.&nbsp;Al-Sharaa and his dramatic political shifts&nbsp;Al-Sharaa joined al-Qaeda in Iraq around the time of the 2003 US-led invasion and spent years in a US prison there. Later, he returned to Syria and joined the insurgency against Assad.&nbsp;In 2013, the US designated Sharaa, then known as Abu Mohammad al-Golani, as a terrorist for his ties to al Qaeda. Al-Sharaa broke his ties with the terror group in 2016. In December this year, the US removed the bounty on him.

Al-Sharaa joined al-Qaeda in Iraq around the time of the 2003 US-led invasion and spent years in a US prison there. Later, he returned to Syria and joined the insurgency against Assad.



US President Donald Trump hosted Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in a historic meeting on Monday (Nov 10) in the White House. The American president vowed to do everything he could to make Syria successful. He is the same person who was sanctioned by Washington as a foreign terrorist until recently. He was a former al-Qaeda commander. Al-Sharaa came to power after overthrowing the autocratic leader Bashar al-Assad this year. Since then, the Syrian president has been busy touring the world and presenting himself as a moderate politician. Among his top priorities to visit the US was pushing for the full removal of the toughest US sanctions. After a closed-door meeting with Trump, the US Treasury Department announced a 180-day extension of its suspension of enforcement of the so-called Caesar sanctions. Here are 5 key points of the meeting: 1. Trump met the 43-year-old leader for the first time in Washington and six months after their first meeting in Saudi Arabia. In the latter, Trump had promised to lift sanctions on him. It was just days after the US said he was no longer a "Specially Designated Global Terrorist." 2. Al-Sharaa once had a $10 million US bounty on his head. The Syrian leader entered the White House through a side door, where reporters only got a glimpse instead of through the West Wing main door, where cameras often capture Trump greeting VIPs. 3. Trump, in a press briefing, called al-Sharaa a "strong leader" and added: We’ll do everything we can to make Syria successful." 4. Syria recently signed a political cooperation declaration with the US-led "Global Coalition to Defeat Islamic State," the Syrian information minister said in a post on X after the meeting. 5. Just hours before the meeting, two separate Islamic State plots were reported to assassinate al-Sharaa. Al-Sharaa and his dramatic political shifts Al-Sharaa joined al-Qaeda in Iraq around the time of the 2003 US-led invasion and spent years in a US prison there. Later, he returned to Syria and joined the insurgency against Assad. In 2013, the US designated Sharaa, then known as Abu Mohammad al-Golani, as a terrorist for his ties to al Qaeda. Al-Sharaa broke his ties with the terror group in 2016. In December this year, the US removed the bounty on him.

Al-Sharaa joined al-Qaeda in Iraq around the time of the 2003 US-led invasion and spent years in a US prison there. Later, he returned to Syria and joined the insurgency against Assad.&nbsp;

Trump hosts Syria’s al-Sharaa in White House: 5 takeaways from historic meeting

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Carroll is a longtime advice columnist and former TV talk show host. She testified at a 2023 trial against Trump, which alleged that the duo had a friendly encounter at the store across the street from Trump Tower.

US President Donald Trump asked the apex court of America on Monday (Nov 1) to throw out the jury's finding in a civil lawsuit filed against him for allegedly sexually abusing the writer E Jean Carroll. As per the lawsuit, he committed the crime at a Manhattan department store in the mid-1990s and later defamed her. Carroll is a longtime advice columnist and former TV talk show host. She testified at a 2023 trial against Trump, which alleged that the duo had a friendly encounter at the store across the street from Trump Tower. But the Republican turned into a crime scene by sexually abusing Carroll in a dressing room. The lawsuit also alleged that in October 2022, Trump defamed her. Also read: What's next for America? Here's what to expect as bill passes to end shutdown What do Trump's lawyers say? Meanwhile, Trump's legal team argued that the $5 million verdict was “propped up” by a “series of indefensible evidentiary rulings” that allowed Carroll’s lawyers to present “highly inflammatory propensity evidence” against him. Trump's legal team, led by Justin D Smith, a St Louis, Missouri-based attorney, called the lawsuit a “politically motivated hoax” against the US president. “President Trump has clearly and consistently denied that this supposed incident ever occurred. No physical or DNA evidence corroborates Carroll’s story. There were no eyewitnesses, no video evidence, and no police report or investigation," Smith and his team said. Also read: Russia calls Ukraine’s war hopes ‘delusional’, claims capture of three villages In September this year, Trump’s lawyers first indicated they would appeal to the Supreme Court against the lawsuit. At that time, Carroll's lawyer, Roberta Kaplan, said, "We do not believe that President Trump will be able to present any legal issues in the Carroll cases that merit review by the United States Supreme Court.”

Carroll is a longtime advice columnist and former TV talk show host. She testified at a 2023 trial against Trump, which alleged that the duo had a friendly encounter at the store across the street from Trump Tower.

Trump vs Carroll: US president asks apex court to throw jury’s finding in sexual assault case, calls lawsuit ‘politically motivated hoax’

United States President Donald Trump said on Monday (Nov 11) that the US is getting close to reaching a trade deal with India. The US president said that the deal would expand economic and security ties between the two countries, boost American energy exports and promote investments in key US sectors. Trump spoke to reporters during the swearing-in ceremony of Sergio Gor, the new US Ambassador to India, at the Oval Office.&nbsp;"We’re making a deal with India. Much different than we had. Right now they don’t love me but they will love us again. We’re getting a fair deal. They’re very good negotiators, so Sergio, you will have to take a look at that. I think we’re pretty close to doing a deal that is good for everybody," Trump said. Speaking to reporters later, Trump also repeated the claims of India stopping the purchase of Russian oil, "Well, right now, the tariffs are very high on India because of the Russian oil, and they’ve stopped doing the Russian oil. It’s been reduced very substantially. Yeah, we’re going to be bringing the tariffs down. At some point, we’re going to be bringing them down," he said.&nbsp;Praising India as "one of the world's oldest civilisations" and "the largest country in the world", United States President Donald Trump presided over the swearing-in ceremony of Sergio Gor as the next US Ambassador to India, underscoring the vital importance of the US-India partnership Trump said he was entrusting Gor to further strengthen strategic, economic, and security ties with New Delhi, while deepening America's "fantastic relationship" with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. &nbsp;Present at the swearing-in ceremony were US Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary Scott Bessent, Attorney General Pam Bondi and US Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro, Erika Kirk and several senators.&nbsp;In August, Trump nominated Sergio Gor as India's next ambassador and Special Envoy for South and Central Asian Affairs. During his testimony before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee in September, Gor had emphasised that India is “one of the most important relationships our nation (US) has in the world.” Ahead of his swearing-in, he had visited India in October and met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, EAM S Jaishankar and NSA Ajit Doval.&nbsp;&nbsp;

US President Donald Trump said the US is close to finalizing a trade deal with India that will boost energy exports, investments, and security ties. At Ambassador Sergio Gor’s swearing-in, Trump said tariffs on Indian imports may be reduced soon, noting India has cut Russian oil purchases.

United States President Donald Trump said on Monday (Nov 11) that the US is getting close to reaching a trade deal with India. The US president said that the deal would expand economic and security ties between the two countries, boost American energy exports and promote investments in key US sectors. Trump spoke to reporters during the swearing-in ceremony of Sergio Gor, the new US Ambassador to India, at the Oval Office. "We’re making a deal with India. Much different than we had. Right now they don’t love me but they will love us again. We’re getting a fair deal. They’re very good negotiators, so Sergio, you will have to take a look at that. I think we’re pretty close to doing a deal that is good for everybody," Trump said. Speaking to reporters later, Trump also repeated the claims of India stopping the purchase of Russian oil, "Well, right now, the tariffs are very high on India because of the Russian oil, and they’ve stopped doing the Russian oil. It’s been reduced very substantially. Yeah, we’re going to be bringing the tariffs down. At some point, we’re going to be bringing them down," he said. Praising India as "one of the world's oldest civilisations" and "the largest country in the world", United States President Donald Trump presided over the swearing-in ceremony of Sergio Gor as the next US Ambassador to India, underscoring the vital importance of the US-India partnership Trump said he was entrusting Gor to further strengthen strategic, economic, and security ties with New Delhi, while deepening America's "fantastic relationship" with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Present at the swearing-in ceremony were US Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary Scott Bessent, Attorney General Pam Bondi and US Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro, Erika Kirk and several senators. In August, Trump nominated Sergio Gor as India's next ambassador and Special Envoy for South and Central Asian Affairs. During his testimony before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee in September, Gor had emphasised that India is “one of the most important relationships our nation (US) has in the world.” Ahead of his swearing-in, he had visited India in October and met Prime Minister Narendra Modi, EAM S Jaishankar and NSA Ajit Doval.

US President Donald Trump said the US is close to finalizing a trade deal with India that will boost energy exports, investments, and security ties. At Ambassador Sergio Gor’s swearing-in, Trump said tariffs on Indian imports may be reduced soon, noting India has cut Russian oil purchases.

'Right now they don’t love me...': Trump says US-India getting close to 'fair deal' on trade, repeats Russian oil claims

After weeks of government shutdown, several Senate Democrats voted with Republicans on Monday (Nov 10) to reopen the federal government. The Democrats did so without getting what their party has demanded in return for votes - a guarantee of an extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies. The demand was expected to help millions of people in the US afford insurance.&nbsp;When will the House vote?&nbsp;The House is expected to vote on the passed bill in the Senate on Wednesday (Nov 12). This was as per the notice from Majority Whip Tom Emmer. “Members are advised that first votes may occur as early as 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, and multiple vote series are expected,” the notice said.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-calls-ukraine-s-war-hopes-delusional-1762781125249">Russia calls Ukraine’s war hopes ‘delusional’, claims capture of three villages</a>&nbsp;The passed deal, which US President Donald Trump is expected to sign first, would bring the critical services like federal food aid, as well as pay for hundreds of thousands of federal workers, back on track.&nbsp;What to expect next?&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-pardons-rudy-giuliani-sydney-powell-and-others-involved-in-altering-2020-us-election-result-1762751987125">Trump pardons Rudy Giuliani and others involved in altering 2020 election result</a>&nbsp;From here, all the attention will shift to House Speaker Mike Johnson and members of the House. Johnson would need Trump's help to pass the bill. Trump, in an interview with CNN’s Kaitlan Collins, was asked if he would approve the deal, and he said he "would do so".&nbsp;“I think, based on everything I’m hearing, they haven’t changed anything, and we have support from enough Democrats, and we’re going to be opening up our country,” Trump said. “It’s too bad it was closed, but we’ll be opening up our country very quickly," he added.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-why-should-i-be-afraid-of-donald-trump-asks-ukrainian-president-zelensky-warns-russia-could-open-another-front-1762753424918">'Why should I be afraid of Donald Trump?', asks Ukrainian President Zelensky</a>

The passed deal, which US President Donald Trump is expected to sign first, would bring the critical services like federal food aid, as well as pay for hundreds of thousands of federal workers, back on track.

After weeks of government shutdown, several Senate Democrats voted with Republicans on Monday (Nov 10) to reopen the federal government. The Democrats did so without getting what their party has demanded in return for votes - a guarantee of an extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies. The demand was expected to help millions of people in the US afford insurance. When will the House vote? The House is expected to vote on the passed bill in the Senate on Wednesday (Nov 12). This was as per the notice from Majority Whip Tom Emmer. “Members are advised that first votes may occur as early as 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, and multiple vote series are expected,” the notice said. Also read: Russia calls Ukraine’s war hopes ‘delusional’, claims capture of three villages The passed deal, which US President Donald Trump is expected to sign first, would bring the critical services like federal food aid, as well as pay for hundreds of thousands of federal workers, back on track. What to expect next? Also read: Trump pardons Rudy Giuliani and others involved in altering 2020 election result From here, all the attention will shift to House Speaker Mike Johnson and members of the House. Johnson would need Trump's help to pass the bill. Trump, in an interview with CNN’s Kaitlan Collins, was asked if he would approve the deal, and he said he "would do so". “I think, based on everything I’m hearing, they haven’t changed anything, and we have support from enough Democrats, and we’re going to be opening up our country,” Trump said. “It’s too bad it was closed, but we’ll be opening up our country very quickly," he added. Also read: 'Why should I be afraid of Donald Trump?', asks Ukrainian President Zelensky

The passed deal, which US President Donald Trump is expected to sign first, would bring the critical services like federal food aid, as well as pay for hundreds of thousands of federal workers, back on track.

What's next for America? As Dems join hands with Republicans to end govt shutdown, here's what to expect

A car blast near Delhi’s Red Fort on Monday evening (Nov 10) killed at least 8 people and set nearby vehicles ablaze. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the situation. The Home Minister also visited the spot and met the injured at the LNJP Hospital in Delhi. Delhi Police have filed a First Information Report (FIR) invoking &nbsp;terrorism and the Explosives Act. The FIR includes Sections 16 and 18 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), which deal with terrorist acts and the punishment for supporting terrorism, a Delhi Police spokesperson said. Delhi Police has also detained the owner of the car identified as Mohd Salman.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/delhi-blast-investigation-connects-car-owner-to-pulwama-doctor-1762846684346/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/delhi-blast-investigation-connects-car-owner-to-pulwama-doctor-1762846684346/embed</a>&nbsp; Mohd Salman reportedly sold the vehicle to a resident of Okhla who then sold it to a person in Ambala. The car was then sold to a person from Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir. The identities of the owners of the car is being investigated, in coordination with the Regional Transport Office (RTO) to trace the transfer trail. The registration details of the car is out and it is with Haryana RTO.&nbsp;&nbsp;A senior police officer told PTI that the blast occurred in a moving Hyundai i20 car. The car had a registration number HR26CE7674, manufactured by Hyundai Motor India Ltd. It is a private LMV car running on Petrol/CNG, registered on 18 March 2014 in Gurgaon. The vehicle is not used for commercial purposes. The registered owner is Mohd Salman, residing at H.No. 631/21, Third Floor, Shanti Nagar, Gurgaon – 122001, which also serves as his present address. The car was previously insured with Acko, and the policy is valid until 21 October 2025.

A car blast near Delhi’s Red Fort on Nov 10 killed 8 people. The explosion, in a Hyundai i20 (HR26CE7674) registered to Mohd Salman, is being probed under UAPA terror charges. The car changed hands multiple times from Gurgaon to Pulwama. PM Modi and Amit Shah reviewed the situation.

A car blast near Delhi’s Red Fort on Monday evening (Nov 10) killed at least 8 people and set nearby vehicles ablaze. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the situation. The Home Minister also visited the spot and met the injured at the LNJP Hospital in Delhi. Delhi Police have filed a First Information Report (FIR) invoking terrorism and the Explosives Act. The FIR includes Sections 16 and 18 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), which deal with terrorist acts and the punishment for supporting terrorism, a Delhi Police spokesperson said. Delhi Police has also detained the owner of the car identified as Mohd Salman. https://www.wionews.com/videos/delhi-blast-investigation-connects-car-owner-to-pulwama-doctor-1762846684346/embed Mohd Salman reportedly sold the vehicle to a resident of Okhla who then sold it to a person in Ambala. The car was then sold to a person from Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir. The identities of the owners of the car is being investigated, in coordination with the Regional Transport Office (RTO) to trace the transfer trail. The registration details of the car is out and it is with Haryana RTO. A senior police officer told PTI that the blast occurred in a moving Hyundai i20 car. The car had a registration number HR26CE7674, manufactured by Hyundai Motor India Ltd. It is a private LMV car running on Petrol/CNG, registered on 18 March 2014 in Gurgaon. The vehicle is not used for commercial purposes. The registered owner is Mohd Salman, residing at H.No. 631/21, Third Floor, Shanti Nagar, Gurgaon – 122001, which also serves as his present address. The car was previously insured with Acko, and the policy is valid until 21 October 2025.

A car blast near Delhi’s Red Fort on Nov 10 killed 8 people. The explosion, in a Hyundai i20 (HR26CE7674) registered to Mohd Salman, is being probed under UAPA terror charges. The car changed hands multiple times from Gurgaon to Pulwama. PM Modi and Amit Shah reviewed the situation.

Delhi Red Fort blast: Pulwama link surfaces after police detains Hyundai i20 owner from Gurugram  - What we know

The US Senate on Monday (Nov 10) approved a funding package that is expected to end the longest government shutdown in American history. The procedural vote passed in a 60-40 tally after several Democrats joined Republicans. The bill now needs to be approved in the House, a vote for which can happen as early as Wednesday, before it is signed by US President Donald Trump.&nbsp;The shutdown, which is on its 41st day, has resulted in about 1.4 million federal workers, including air traffic controllers, national park wardens, remaining on enforced leave or working without pay. Many sectors in the country were left paralysed, while government benefits and services have also been disrupted. More than 1,000 flights were being cancelled every day due to a shortage of aviation staff.&nbsp;&nbsp;“We’ll be opening up our country very quickly,” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office, adding: “The deal is very good.”&nbsp;Following the vote, Senate Republican Leader John Thune wrote on X that he was glad to support the “clear path to ending this unnecessary shutdown in a responsible way that quickly pays federal workers and reopens the federal government.”&nbsp;Millions of Americans who have purchased health insurance through the “Obamacare” program would face double costs if the subsidies are not extended. The bill would also restore funding for the SNAP food aid program, under which 42 million lower-income individuals get benefits for buying groceries.&nbsp;“After 40 days of uncertainty, I'm profoundly glad to be able to announce that nutrition programs, our veterans, and other critical priorities will have their full-year funding,” Senate Majority Leader John Thune said late Sunday. While the agreement would grant Democrats power to call a vote on health care legislation, &nbsp;the extension of the subsidies is not guaranteed.&nbsp;&nbsp;The minority Democrats who backed the bill have angered the party, which has majorly opposed it. Reacting to the announcement of the agreement, California Governor Gavin Newsom posted on X, “Pathetic.”&nbsp;

The US Senate on Monday (Nov 10) approved a funding package that is expected to end the longest government shutdown in American history. The procedural vote passed in a 60-40 tally.



The US Senate on Monday (Nov 10) approved a funding package that is expected to end the longest government shutdown in American history. The procedural vote passed in a 60-40 tally after several Democrats joined Republicans. The bill now needs to be approved in the House, a vote for which can happen as early as Wednesday, before it is signed by US President Donald Trump. The shutdown, which is on its 41st day, has resulted in about 1.4 million federal workers, including air traffic controllers, national park wardens, remaining on enforced leave or working without pay. Many sectors in the country were left paralysed, while government benefits and services have also been disrupted. More than 1,000 flights were being cancelled every day due to a shortage of aviation staff. “We’ll be opening up our country very quickly,” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office, adding: “The deal is very good.” Following the vote, Senate Republican Leader John Thune wrote on X that he was glad to support the “clear path to ending this unnecessary shutdown in a responsible way that quickly pays federal workers and reopens the federal government.” Millions of Americans who have purchased health insurance through the “Obamacare” program would face double costs if the subsidies are not extended. The bill would also restore funding for the SNAP food aid program, under which 42 million lower-income individuals get benefits for buying groceries. “After 40 days of uncertainty, I'm profoundly glad to be able to announce that nutrition programs, our veterans, and other critical priorities will have their full-year funding,” Senate Majority Leader John Thune said late Sunday. While the agreement would grant Democrats power to call a vote on health care legislation, the extension of the subsidies is not guaranteed. The minority Democrats who backed the bill have angered the party, which has majorly opposed it. Reacting to the announcement of the agreement, California Governor Gavin Newsom posted on X, “Pathetic.”

The US Senate on Monday (Nov 10) approved a funding package that is expected to end the longest government shutdown in American history. The procedural vote passed in a 60-40 tally.

US Senate approves funding package to end government shutdown

On Monday (Nov 10), the Nepal police confirmed the arrest of over 423 people accused of crimes such as murder and vandalism during the massive uprising against corruption and other issues on September 9 that rocked the Himalayan country. The protest by the country's youth not only toppled the government but also led to the reestablishment of new leadership. In the data released by the police, charges against the suspects included illegal possession and use of weapons. During the two-day violence that erupted, at least 76 people were killed as per the new police toll, including 63 protesters, 10 escaped prisoners and three police officers.&nbsp;Nepal police spokesman Abi Narayan Kafle was quoted by news agency AFP, saying, “A team is looking into the incidents and we are working to collect information.”&nbsp;&nbsp;In September, during Nepal's Gen Z protest, the youth took to the streets, enraged, and sloganeered against the current administration. Government property, as well as the offices and residences of ministers and former ministers, were vandalised. The agitated demonstrators set everything in their sight ablaze. From the parliament buildings to 5-star hotels, nothing was spared.<h2>Here’s what happened:</h2>On September 4, Nepal announced a ban on 26 social media platforms as they failed to register and officially comply with the norms laid by the government. This move came after repeated efforts urging the companies to register with the country. The administration said this was to ensure the platform was used responsibly and was looking for more accountability. In hindsight, it was viewed as censorship to block free speech in the Himalayan country.<h2>The government's claim</h2>The Nepalese government claimed that social media users were registering with fake identities to spread hate in the country, also mentioning cybercrime as a factor. It was further said that harmony was being disturbed by using social media as a tool.&nbsp;<h2>The youth’s take</h2>The youth of the country was not convinced by the government’s reason behind the social media ban. It began as a protest against the ban on these platforms, which the youth said was a way to censor voices in the country. Social media may have been a trigger, but the unrest currently ongoing in Nepal is about corruption and economic disparity. &nbsp;&nbsp;

Nepal Police arrests over 400 people in relation to crimes committed during Gen Z protest that toppled the government. The latest data suggests that at least 76 were killed in the 2-day uprising.

On Monday (Nov 10), the Nepal police confirmed the arrest of over 423 people accused of crimes such as murder and vandalism during the massive uprising against corruption and other issues on September 9 that rocked the Himalayan country. The protest by the country's youth not only toppled the government but also led to the reestablishment of new leadership. In the data released by the police, charges against the suspects included illegal possession and use of weapons. During the two-day violence that erupted, at least 76 people were killed as per the new police toll, including 63 protesters, 10 escaped prisoners and three police officers. Nepal police spokesman Abi Narayan Kafle was quoted by news agency AFP, saying, “A team is looking into the incidents and we are working to collect information.” In September, during Nepal's Gen Z protest, the youth took to the streets, enraged, and sloganeered against the current administration. Government property, as well as the offices and residences of ministers and former ministers, were vandalised. The agitated demonstrators set everything in their sight ablaze. From the parliament buildings to 5-star hotels, nothing was spared. Here’s what happened: On September 4, Nepal announced a ban on 26 social media platforms as they failed to register and officially comply with the norms laid by the government. This move came after repeated efforts urging the companies to register with the country. The administration said this was to ensure the platform was used responsibly and was looking for more accountability. In hindsight, it was viewed as censorship to block free speech in the Himalayan country. The government's claim The Nepalese government claimed that social media users were registering with fake identities to spread hate in the country, also mentioning cybercrime as a factor. It was further said that harmony was being disturbed by using social media as a tool. The youth’s take The youth of the country was not convinced by the government’s reason behind the social media ban. It began as a protest against the ban on these platforms, which the youth said was a way to censor voices in the country. Social media may have been a trigger, but the unrest currently ongoing in Nepal is about corruption and economic disparity.

Nepal Police arrests over 400 people in relation to crimes committed during Gen Z protest that toppled the government. The latest data suggests that at least 76 were killed in the 2-day uprising.

Nepal police arrests 423 linked to Gen Z protest; at least 76 killed as per latest record

Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa met US President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday (Nov 10) for unprecedented talks, just days after Washington removed him from a terrorism blacklist.&nbsp;Sharaa, whose rebel forces ousted longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad late last year, is the first Syrian leader to visit the White House since the country's 1946 independence.&nbsp;Formerly affiliated with Al-Qaeda, Sharaa's group, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), was itself only delisted as a terrorist group by Washington in July. Sharaa himself was taken off the list on Friday.&nbsp;"The president of Syria arrived at the White House... The meeting between President Trump and President al-Sharaa has also started," the White House said in a statement.&nbsp;Unusually for the normally camera-friendly Trump, both the arrival and the meeting of the Syrian president were taking place behind closed doors without the media present.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-people-against-tariffs-are-fools-trump-says-each-american-will-be-paid-2000-dividend-1762696056887">‘People against tariffs are fools’: Trump says each American will be paid $2000 dividend</a>&nbsp;Trump said last week that Sharaa was doing a "very good job. It's a tough neighbourhood. And he's a tough guy. But I got along with them very well and a lot of progress has been made with Syria."&nbsp;Since taking power, Syria's new leaders have sought to break from their violent past and present a more moderate image to ordinary Syrians and foreign powers.&nbsp;Sharaa's White House visit is "a hugely symbolic moment for the country's new leader, who thus marks another step in his astonishing transformation from militant leader to global statesman," said Michael Hanna, US program director at the International Crisis Group.&nbsp;The interim president met Trump for the first time in Saudi Arabia during the US leader's regional tour in May. At the time the 79-year-old Trump dubbed Sharaa, 43, a “a young, attractive guy.”<h2>Terror blacklist removal&nbsp;</h2>The US envoy to Syria, Tom Barrack, said earlier this month that Sharaa may on Monday sign an agreement to join the international US-led alliance against the Islamic State (IS) group.&nbsp;The United States plans to establish a military base near Damascus "to coordinate humanitarian aid and observe developments between Syria and Israel," a diplomatic source in Syria told AFP.&nbsp;Washington has also been pushing for some kind of pact to end decades of enmity between Syria and Israel, part of Trump's wider goal to shore up the fragile Gaza ceasefire with a broader Middle East peace settlement.&nbsp;For his part, Sharaa is expected to seek US funds for Syria, which faces significant challenges in rebuilding after 13 years of devastating civil war.After his arrival in Washington, Sharaa over the weekend met with IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva over possible aid.&nbsp;He also played basketball with US CENTCOM commander Brad Cooper and Kevin Lambert, the head of the international anti-IS operation in Iraq, according to a social media post by Syria's foreign minister.&nbsp;Sharaa's jihadist past has caused controversy in some quarters but the State Department's decision Friday to remove Sharaa from the blacklist was widely expected.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-shutdown-to-end-trump-says-getting-close-as-senate-leaders-reach-deal-for-funding-1762738611912">US shutdown to end? Trump says ‘getting close’ as Senate leaders reach deal for funding</a>&nbsp;State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott said Sharaa's government had been meeting US demands on working to find missing Americans and on eliminating any remaining chemical weapons.&nbsp;Sharaa's trip comes weeks after he became the first Syrian president in decades to address the UN General Assembly in New York. Last week Washington led a Security Council vote to remove UN sanctions against him.&nbsp;The Syrian president has also been making diplomatic outreach towards Washington's rivals. He met Russian President Vladimir Putin in October in their first meeting since the removal of Assad, a key Kremlin ally.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Formerly affiliated with Al-Qaeda, Sharaa's group, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), was itself only delisted as a terrorist group by Washington in July. Sharaa himself was taken off the list on Friday.



Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa met US President Donald Trump at the White House on Monday (Nov 10) for unprecedented talks, just days after Washington removed him from a terrorism blacklist. Sharaa, whose rebel forces ousted longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad late last year, is the first Syrian leader to visit the White House since the country's 1946 independence. Formerly affiliated with Al-Qaeda, Sharaa's group, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), was itself only delisted as a terrorist group by Washington in July. Sharaa himself was taken off the list on Friday. "The president of Syria arrived at the White House... The meeting between President Trump and President al-Sharaa has also started," the White House said in a statement. Unusually for the normally camera-friendly Trump, both the arrival and the meeting of the Syrian president were taking place behind closed doors without the media present. Also Read: ‘People against tariffs are fools’: Trump says each American will be paid $2000 dividend Trump said last week that Sharaa was doing a "very good job. It's a tough neighbourhood. And he's a tough guy. But I got along with them very well and a lot of progress has been made with Syria." Since taking power, Syria's new leaders have sought to break from their violent past and present a more moderate image to ordinary Syrians and foreign powers. Sharaa's White House visit is "a hugely symbolic moment for the country's new leader, who thus marks another step in his astonishing transformation from militant leader to global statesman," said Michael Hanna, US program director at the International Crisis Group. The interim president met Trump for the first time in Saudi Arabia during the US leader's regional tour in May. At the time the 79-year-old Trump dubbed Sharaa, 43, a “a young, attractive guy.” Terror blacklist removal The US envoy to Syria, Tom Barrack, said earlier this month that Sharaa may on Monday sign an agreement to join the international US-led alliance against the Islamic State (IS) group. The United States plans to establish a military base near Damascus "to coordinate humanitarian aid and observe developments between Syria and Israel," a diplomatic source in Syria told AFP. Washington has also been pushing for some kind of pact to end decades of enmity between Syria and Israel, part of Trump's wider goal to shore up the fragile Gaza ceasefire with a broader Middle East peace settlement. For his part, Sharaa is expected to seek US funds for Syria, which faces significant challenges in rebuilding after 13 years of devastating civil war. After his arrival in Washington, Sharaa over the weekend met with IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva over possible aid. He also played basketball with US CENTCOM commander Brad Cooper and Kevin Lambert, the head of the international anti-IS operation in Iraq, according to a social media post by Syria's foreign minister. Sharaa's jihadist past has caused controversy in some quarters but the State Department's decision Friday to remove Sharaa from the blacklist was widely expected. Also Read: US shutdown to end? Trump says ‘getting close’ as Senate leaders reach deal for funding State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott said Sharaa's government had been meeting US demands on working to find missing Americans and on eliminating any remaining chemical weapons. Sharaa's trip comes weeks after he became the first Syrian president in decades to address the UN General Assembly in New York. Last week Washington led a Security Council vote to remove UN sanctions against him. The Syrian president has also been making diplomatic outreach towards Washington's rivals. He met Russian President Vladimir Putin in October in their first meeting since the removal of Assad, a key Kremlin ally. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Formerly affiliated with Al-Qaeda, Sharaa's group, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), was itself only delisted as a terrorist group by Washington in July. Sharaa himself was taken off the list on Friday.&nbsp;

From blacklist to White House: Trump hosts Syria’s president Ahmed al-Sharaa for talks

Speaking first time in public since her resignation, Head of News Deborah Turness on Monday (10 Nov) said that the corporation "is not institutionally biased." "Mistakes are made", but the BBC's journalists are "hardworking people who strive for impartiality," she told reporters outside the broadcaster's London headquarters. She further said it had been "the privilege of my career to serve as the CEO of BBC News and to work with our brilliant team of journalists".&nbsp;"I stepped down over the weekend because the buck stops with me. But I'd like to make one thing very clear: BBC News is not institutionally biased.&nbsp;BBC Director-General Tim Davie and Head of News Deborah Turness resigned on Sunday (Nov 09), &nbsp;following a controversy over the editing of a speech by US President Donald Trump in a documentary.&nbsp;The BBC has come under criticism for editing a portion of Trump's January 6, 2021, speech delivered before protesters stormed the US Capitol in Washington. Critics argued that the edited version, featured in a BBC documentary, was misleading as it omitted a key section in which Trump urged his supporters to demonstrate "peacefully and patriotically." Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bbc-chief-tim-davie-resigns-after-row-over-trump-documentary-1762719760797">BBC chief Tim Davie resigns after row over Trump documentary</a>&nbsp;Reacting to the resignations, the US president Donald Trump attacked the BBC, calling it 'dishonest'. he also threatened legal action against the broadcaster and welcomed the resignation of its senior executive, "The TOP people in the BBC, including TIM DAVIE, the BOSS, are all quitting/FIRED, because they were caught 'doctoring' my very good (PERFECT!) speech of January 6th," he wrote on Truth Social.&nbsp;He continued: ‘These are very dishonest people who tried to step on the scales of a Presidential Election. On top of everything else, they are from a Foreign Country, one that many consider our Number One Ally. What a terrible thing for Democracy!&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-leftist-propaganda-white-house-slams-bbc-over-fake-news-against-trump-uk-govt-said-this-1762704156945">‘Leftist propaganda’: White House slams BBC over fake news against Trump, UK govt said THIS</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, BBC Chair Samir Shah on Monday apologised for an “error of judgment” in editing a speech in a Panorama documentary. Shah acknowledged that the edit gave a misleading impression and should have been handled more carefully. He underlined that the issue had been reviewed internally earlier this year, but said the BBC should have taken formal action at the time.

BBC Director-General Tim Davie and Head of News Deborah Turness resigned on Sunday,  following a controversy over the editing of a speech by US President Donald Trump in a documentary.



Speaking first time in public since her resignation, Head of News Deborah Turness on Monday (10 Nov) said that the corporation "is not institutionally biased." "Mistakes are made", but the BBC's journalists are "hardworking people who strive for impartiality," she told reporters outside the broadcaster's London headquarters. She further said it had been "the privilege of my career to serve as the CEO of BBC News and to work with our brilliant team of journalists". "I stepped down over the weekend because the buck stops with me. But I'd like to make one thing very clear: BBC News is not institutionally biased. BBC Director-General Tim Davie and Head of News Deborah Turness resigned on Sunday (Nov 09), following a controversy over the editing of a speech by US President Donald Trump in a documentary. The BBC has come under criticism for editing a portion of Trump's January 6, 2021, speech delivered before protesters stormed the US Capitol in Washington. Critics argued that the edited version, featured in a BBC documentary, was misleading as it omitted a key section in which Trump urged his supporters to demonstrate "peacefully and patriotically." Also Read: BBC chief Tim Davie resigns after row over Trump documentary Reacting to the resignations, the US president Donald Trump attacked the BBC, calling it 'dishonest'. he also threatened legal action against the broadcaster and welcomed the resignation of its senior executive, "The TOP people in the BBC, including TIM DAVIE, the BOSS, are all quitting/FIRED, because they were caught 'doctoring' my very good (PERFECT!) speech of January 6th," he wrote on Truth Social. He continued: ‘These are very dishonest people who tried to step on the scales of a Presidential Election. On top of everything else, they are from a Foreign Country, one that many consider our Number One Ally. What a terrible thing for Democracy! Also Read: ‘Leftist propaganda’: White House slams BBC over fake news against Trump, UK govt said THIS Meanwhile, BBC Chair Samir Shah on Monday apologised for an “error of judgment” in editing a speech in a Panorama documentary. Shah acknowledged that the edit gave a misleading impression and should have been handled more carefully. He underlined that the issue had been reviewed internally earlier this year, but said the BBC should have taken formal action at the time.

BBC Director-General Tim Davie and Head of News Deborah Turness resigned on Sunday, &nbsp;following a controversy over the editing of a speech by US President Donald Trump in a documentary.

Trump slams ‘dishonest’ BBC; outgoing news chief Turness defends it as ‘not institutionally biased’

Russia on Monday (Nov 10) declared that it was delusional to think that Ukraine could win this war, as its military claimed that it had captured three more villages on the front line. These small gains become significant as the frontlines have been effectively frozen for long periods in the almost four-year-long war. Despite Moscow's advantage in manpower and equipment, the territorial gains in Ukraine have been slow and costly.&nbsp;"The Europeans believe that Ukraine can win the war and secure its interests through military means." "This is the deepest delusion indulged in by the Kyiv," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said in a briefing call with reporters. &nbsp;He claimed that "The situation on the front indicates the opposite."The Russian defence ministry on Monday said that it had seized the villages of Slodkie and Nove in the Zaporizhzhia region of Ukraine and Gnativka in the Donetsk region.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-s-lavrov-hints-at-possible-nuclear-test-on-orders-from-president-putin-1762669917715">Russia's Lavrov says 'preparing' for nuclear test on orders from President Putin</a>&nbsp;Reiterating Moscow's conditions for ending the conflict, Peskov said, Russia has been fighting to protect Russian speakers in the east of Ukraine, to prevent the NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation) military to blox moving eastwards and to remove "neo-Nazis" from power in Ukraine.Rejecting Russia's claims, Kyiv and its Western partners claimed that the conflict, which claimed the lives of tens of thousands of people and is the longest in Europe since World War II, is an imperial-style land grab by Moscow.&nbsp;Meanwhile, speaking about the ongoing negotiation between Russia and the United States, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov claimed that Washington is struggling to convince Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and NATO allies not to obstruct President Donald Trump's efforts toward a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-legitimate-right-russia-defends-north-korea-s-ballistic-missile-test-amid-nuke-drama-over-trump-s-remark-details-inside-1762514372066">‘Legitimate right’: Russia defends North Korea's ‘ballistic missile test’ amid nuke drama over Trump's remark. Details inside</a>&nbsp;Lavrov’s remarks come after weeks of failed attempts to organise a summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump, intended as a follow-up to their August 15 meeting in Anchorage, Alaska.&nbsp;

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov claimed that Washington is struggling to convince Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and NATO allies not to obstruct President Donald Trump's efforts toward a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict.

Russia on Monday (Nov 10) declared that it was delusional to think that Ukraine could win this war, as its military claimed that it had captured three more villages on the front line. These small gains become significant as the frontlines have been effectively frozen for long periods in the almost four-year-long war. Despite Moscow's advantage in manpower and equipment, the territorial gains in Ukraine have been slow and costly. "The Europeans believe that Ukraine can win the war and secure its interests through military means." "This is the deepest delusion indulged in by the Kyiv," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said in a briefing call with reporters. He claimed that "The situation on the front indicates the opposite." The Russian defence ministry on Monday said that it had seized the villages of Slodkie and Nove in the Zaporizhzhia region of Ukraine and Gnativka in the Donetsk region. Also Read: Russia's Lavrov says 'preparing' for nuclear test on orders from President Putin Reiterating Moscow's conditions for ending the conflict, Peskov said, Russia has been fighting to protect Russian speakers in the east of Ukraine, to prevent the NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organisation) military to blox moving eastwards and to remove "neo-Nazis" from power in Ukraine. Rejecting Russia's claims, Kyiv and its Western partners claimed that the conflict, which claimed the lives of tens of thousands of people and is the longest in Europe since World War II, is an imperial-style land grab by Moscow. Meanwhile, speaking about the ongoing negotiation between Russia and the United States, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov claimed that Washington is struggling to convince Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and NATO allies not to obstruct President Donald Trump's efforts toward a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict. Also Read: ‘Legitimate right’: Russia defends North Korea's ‘ballistic missile test’ amid nuke drama over Trump's remark. Details inside Lavrov’s remarks come after weeks of failed attempts to organise a summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump, intended as a follow-up to their August 15 meeting in Anchorage, Alaska.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov claimed that Washington is struggling to convince Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and NATO allies not to obstruct President Donald Trump's efforts toward a peaceful resolution of the Ukraine conflict.

Russia calls Ukraine’s war hopes ‘delusional’, claims capture of three frontline villages

The recovery of hundreds of kilogrammes of explosive precursor material, Kalashnikov assault rifles and propaganda material from near the heart of the Indian capital New Delhi is evoking memories of earlier terror attacks. The bust, which followed weeks of investigation and the interrogation of a Kashmiri doctor working in Faridabad in the National Capital Region (NCR), took place just weeks ahead of the anniversary of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks and two decades after the 2005 Delhi serial blasts. The recoveries and arrests point to the existence of what police described as a ‘white-collar terror ecosystem’, with links to Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and the al-Qaeda-linked Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGuH). Clearly, a major terror attack—or a series of attacks—was being planned, aimed at creating mayhem in or near India’s capital, even as the wounds of the recent Pahalgam terror attack are yet to heal.<h2>A terror module spanning J&amp;K, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and beyond</h2>The joint operation, involving Jammu and Kashmir Police, the Intelligence Bureau, Haryana Police and Uttar Pradesh Police, dismantled a network that was allegedly building a sophisticated terror infrastructure in northern India. It marks a chilling evolution in terrorist strategy that combines radical ideology with professional cover to evade detection. The white-collar terror ecosystem involved working professionals and clerics operating far from traditional conflict zones, and dangerously close to India’s capital.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/j-k-police-bust-doctor-turned-jem-operative-s-tip-off-leads-to-300kg-rdx-two-ak-47s-seized-another-medic-detained-1762745949045">J&amp;K police foils major terror plot: 360kg of IED material seized after doctor-turned-JeM operative’s tip-off; another medic detained</a><h2>White collar terror ecosystem: How the probe began and evolved</h2>Jaish-e-Mohammed propaganda posters that appeared in Srinagar’s Nowgam area on 19 October were the trigger for the investigation. The posters threatened security forces and promoted extremist ideology. Police registered a case under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and other laws and began making arrests. Interrogations in Kashmir quickly revealed a much wider network with transnational links stretching across multiple states.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/jammu-kashmir-police-foil-terror-plot-seize-350-kg-explosives-and-ak-47-in-faridabad-1762765713896/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/jammu-kashmir-police-foil-terror-plot-seize-350-kg-explosives-and-ak-47-in-faridabad-1762765713896/embed</a><h2>North India terror module is unprecedented in scale and composition</h2>Two doctors from south Kashmir—Dr Adil Ahmad Rather and Dr Muzammil Ahmad Ganaie—were at the centre of the conspiracy, according to the police. Both were highly educated professionals who allegedly used their medical positions to disguise radical activities, including recruitment through encrypted channels. Dr Ganaie was employed at Al-Falah Medical College in Faridabad, while Dr Rather was a former Senior Resident at Government Medical College, Anantnag.Dr Ganaie had rented a house in Dhauj village in Faridabad roughly three months before the raids. The property was used as a safehouse to store arms, explosives and improvised explosive device (IED) components. It was the interrogation of Dr Rather, arrested from Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh on 6 November, that led investigators to the Faridabad cache.<h2>What the police found in Faridabad: A stunning cache</h2>The raid on the Dhauj property on Sunday (Nov 9), led to the recovery of about 360 kilogrammes of ammonium nitrate—an industrial chemical often used in bomb-making.&nbsp;Police also found an AK-47 rifle, pistols, ammunition, timers, batteries, electronic circuits and inflammable liquids. One rifle was reportedly recovered from the vehicle of a woman doctor associated with the suspects. Another raid in the same area the following day led to the seizure of additional materials. Communication devices and incriminating documents indicating contact with handlers based in Pakistan were also recovered.Seven people, all hailing from Jammu and Kashmir, have been arrested so far in connection with the case. A cleric from Shopian and several Srinagar-based operatives were detained for assisting with logistics, propaganda and recruitment.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ansar-ghazwat-ul-hind-terror-group-revived-a-relook-at-al-qaeda-linked-group-in-kashmir-in-wake-of-2-900-kg-explosive-material-haul-1762769909131">Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind terror group revived? A relook at al-Qaeda linked group in Kashmir in wake of 2,900 kg explosive material haul</a><h2>Hiding in plain sight: How the terror module was operating among us</h2>Investigators believe the terror group had ties to proscribed organisations Jaish-e-Mohammed and possibly other transnational jihadist networks. The suspects were hiding in plain sight behind their professional backgrounds, operating covertly, raising funds and procuring chemicals, weapons and equipment without drawing suspicion.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/cik-conducts-widespread-raids-across-kashmir-over-suspected-online-misuse-1762668551726">CIK conducts widespread raids across Kashmir over suspected online misuse</a><h2>What could have happened: Massive scale of a possible terror attack</h2>The recovery, described by security officials as one of the largest hauls in recent years, likely prevented a catastrophic attack in or near Delhi—potentially on the scale of the 2005 Delhi serial bombings or even the 26 November 2008 Mumbai attacks. But it is not just the quantity of explosive material recovered but its location that makes this case so serious. Faridabad, in northern Haryana, sits on the outskirts of Delhi and was possibly being used as a staging ground for terror mayhem. Delhi and nearby urban centres could have been potential targets.This is another sign of terrorist activity shifting from border regions and rural Kashmir to urban infiltration. Educated terror operatives are embedding themselves in civilian life, using their positions to build covert networks.

J&K Police’s Faridabad terror module bust exposes a terror network using doctors and clerics to plan major attacks near Delhi. The terror mayhem that could have involved IEDs has just been averted. Is Delhi safe from newly emerging white collar terror ecosystem?


The recovery of hundreds of kilogrammes of explosive precursor material, Kalashnikov assault rifles and propaganda material from near the heart of the Indian capital New Delhi is evoking memories of earlier terror attacks. The bust, which followed weeks of investigation and the interrogation of a Kashmiri doctor working in Faridabad in the National Capital Region (NCR), took place just weeks ahead of the anniversary of the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks and two decades after the 2005 Delhi serial blasts. The recoveries and arrests point to the existence of what police described as a ‘white-collar terror ecosystem’, with links to Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and the al-Qaeda-linked Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGuH). Clearly, a major terror attack—or a series of attacks—was being planned, aimed at creating mayhem in or near India’s capital, even as the wounds of the recent Pahalgam terror attack are yet to heal. A terror module spanning J&K, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and beyond The joint operation, involving Jammu and Kashmir Police, the Intelligence Bureau, Haryana Police and Uttar Pradesh Police, dismantled a network that was allegedly building a sophisticated terror infrastructure in northern India. It marks a chilling evolution in terrorist strategy that combines radical ideology with professional cover to evade detection. The white-collar terror ecosystem involved working professionals and clerics operating far from traditional conflict zones, and dangerously close to India’s capital. Also read: J&K police foils major terror plot: 360kg of IED material seized after doctor-turned-JeM operative’s tip-off; another medic detained White collar terror ecosystem: How the probe began and evolved Jaish-e-Mohammed propaganda posters that appeared in Srinagar’s Nowgam area on 19 October were the trigger for the investigation. The posters threatened security forces and promoted extremist ideology. Police registered a case under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and other laws and began making arrests. Interrogations in Kashmir quickly revealed a much wider network with transnational links stretching across multiple states. https://www.wionews.com/videos/jammu-kashmir-police-foil-terror-plot-seize-350-kg-explosives-and-ak-47-in-faridabad-1762765713896/embed North India terror module is unprecedented in scale and composition Two doctors from south Kashmir—Dr Adil Ahmad Rather and Dr Muzammil Ahmad Ganaie—were at the centre of the conspiracy, according to the police. Both were highly educated professionals who allegedly used their medical positions to disguise radical activities, including recruitment through encrypted channels. Dr Ganaie was employed at Al-Falah Medical College in Faridabad, while Dr Rather was a former Senior Resident at Government Medical College, Anantnag. Dr Ganaie had rented a house in Dhauj village in Faridabad roughly three months before the raids. The property was used as a safehouse to store arms, explosives and improvised explosive device (IED) components. It was the interrogation of Dr Rather, arrested from Saharanpur in Uttar Pradesh on 6 November, that led investigators to the Faridabad cache. What the police found in Faridabad: A stunning cache The raid on the Dhauj property on Sunday (Nov 9), led to the recovery of about 360 kilogrammes of ammonium nitrate—an industrial chemical often used in bomb-making. Police also found an AK-47 rifle, pistols, ammunition, timers, batteries, electronic circuits and inflammable liquids. One rifle was reportedly recovered from the vehicle of a woman doctor associated with the suspects. Another raid in the same area the following day led to the seizure of additional materials. Communication devices and incriminating documents indicating contact with handlers based in Pakistan were also recovered. Seven people, all hailing from Jammu and Kashmir, have been arrested so far in connection with the case. A cleric from Shopian and several Srinagar-based operatives were detained for assisting with logistics, propaganda and recruitment. Also read: Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind terror group revived? A relook at al-Qaeda linked group in Kashmir in wake of 2,900 kg explosive material haul Hiding in plain sight: How the terror module was operating among us Investigators believe the terror group had ties to proscribed organisations Jaish-e-Mohammed and possibly other transnational jihadist networks. The suspects were hiding in plain sight behind their professional backgrounds, operating covertly, raising funds and procuring chemicals, weapons and equipment without drawing suspicion. Also read: CIK conducts widespread raids across Kashmir over suspected online misuse What could have happened: Massive scale of a possible terror attack The recovery, described by security officials as one of the largest hauls in recent years, likely prevented a catastrophic attack in or near Delhi—potentially on the scale of the 2005 Delhi serial bombings or even the 26 November 2008 Mumbai attacks. But it is not just the quantity of explosive material recovered but its location that makes this case so serious. Faridabad, in northern Haryana, sits on the outskirts of Delhi and was possibly being used as a staging ground for terror mayhem. Delhi and nearby urban centres could have been potential targets. This is another sign of terrorist activity shifting from border regions and rural Kashmir to urban infiltration. Educated terror operatives are embedding themselves in civilian life, using their positions to build covert networks.

J&amp;K Police’s Faridabad terror module bust exposes a terror network using doctors and clerics to plan major attacks near Delhi. The terror mayhem that could have involved IEDs has just been averted. Is Delhi safe from newly emerging white collar terror ecosystem? &nbsp;

‘White-collar terror ecosystem’ near Indian capital: Faridabad terror module busted by Jammu and Kashmir Police. What could have happened?

Over 1.4 million people were displaced, and at least two were killed after the super typhoon lashed the country with strong winds and heavy rain.

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Pakistan’s 27th Constitutional Amendment has sparked outrage among politicians, civil society and provinces. If passed, the amendment would centralise power under the military, create lifetime Field Marshals, curb the judiciary and reshape nuclear command and provincial control. 

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Japan’s new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has declared that her country's self-defence forces could be activated if China invades Taiwan. She said recently that a Chinese military attack on Taiwan could be considered a “survival-threatening situation” for Japan. Under the country’s 2015 collective self-defence legislation, a survival-threatening situation is a legal classification allowing for the Japan Self-Defence Forces (JSDF) to deploy and operate.<h2>What did Japan’s PM say on China-Taiwan?</h2>In a November 7 speech, Takaichi said that if China were to use “warships or other armed force” against Taiwan, Japan could invoke its right to collective self-defence, mobilising the JSDF alongside allies such as the US. She repeated this stance days later, while dismissing Beijing's criticism that her remarks amounted to interference in China’s internal affairs.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sanae-takaichi-to-become-japan-s-first-female-pm-but-women-aren-t-happy-here-s-why-hint-she-is-not-a-feminist-1759572512228">Sanae Takaichi to become Japan's first female PM, but women aren't happy - Here's why. Hint: She is NOT a feminist</a><h2>The legal foundation for Japan’s self-defence</h2>Since 2015, Japan has permitted limited military action in defence of allies if an attack on a foreign nation poses an existential threat to Japan’s survival. The new Japanese PM has given more clarity by explicitly identifying a Taiwan contingency as one such scenario. This is in contrast to the ambiguity maintained by previous prime ministers. Former prime ministers Fumio Kishida and Shinzo Abe both linked Taiwan to Japan’s security, but stopped short of committing to any automatic military response.Abe, who described a Taiwan crisis as a “Japanese emergency” in 2021, stressed deterrence rather than direct engagement.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/u-s-speeds-f-16-deliveries-to-taiwan-amid-weapons-delay-complaints-1762188813773/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/u-s-speeds-f-16-deliveries-to-taiwan-amid-weapons-delay-complaints-1762188813773/embed</a><h2>Timing of Japan PM’s statement on Taiwan is significant</h2>Takaichi went a step further, indicating that Japan may no longer view a Taiwan war as a distant possibility but as a direct national threat.The timing is conspicuous. Takaichi had met both US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping recently at different forums.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-dumba-video-shows-japan-s-pm-guiding-donald-trump-arorund-room-wh-seems-not-happy-about-it-1761668774979">‘Dumba**’: Video shows Japan’s PM guiding Donald Trump around room, WH seems not happy about it</a><h2>Japan is slowly moving away from its pacifist approach, and Takaichi is a vocal supporter of that shift</h2>Japan has been deepening defence cooperation with the US under the 1960 Security Treaty. It has doubled defence spending to 2 per cent of GDP and acquired long-range strike missiles, slowly moving away from its pacifist stance since World War II.Seen as a hardliner on Japanese foreign policy issues, Takaichi’s remarks reinforce Washington’s expectation that Japan will play an active role in any Taiwan conflict.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-taiwan-has-reported-people-liberation-army-pla-aircraft-sorties-and-naval-vessels-has-crossed-the-taiwan-strait-median-line-1753548845210">Living on the edge: Taiwan’s new normal as Chinese warplanes shadow its skies</a>&nbsp;<h2>In future, Japan may not be just a US base</h2>Takaichi's remarks are an indicator that, in a future conflict with China, Japan may not simply serve as a base to host US forces but as a potential combat participant under the banner of collective defence.Strategically, this stance complicates Beijing’s calculations. Japan’s Okinawa Prefecture lies barely 100 kilometres from Taiwan, and Chinese missiles already overflew Japanese waters during drills in 2022.By declaring that armed aggression against Taiwan could trigger Japan’s military involvement, Tokyo has increased the perceived cost of Chinese escalation against Taiwan.At least for now, it is a move aimed at deterrence, but the PM's remarks could heighten regional tensions in the coming days.While not new in law, Takaichi's remarks add teeth to Japan’s readiness to defend the regional status quo — and to act if that balance is upended by China. &nbsp;

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi says a Chinese attack on Taiwan could trigger Japan’s self-defence response. This is a tougher stance than her predecessors. This could reshape East Asia’s security balance. Here is why her statements matter


Japan’s new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has declared that her country's self-defence forces could be activated if China invades Taiwan. She said recently that a Chinese military attack on Taiwan could be considered a “survival-threatening situation” for Japan. Under the country’s 2015 collective self-defence legislation, a survival-threatening situation is a legal classification allowing for the Japan Self-Defence Forces (JSDF) to deploy and operate. What did Japan’s PM say on China-Taiwan? In a November 7 speech, Takaichi said that if China were to use “warships or other armed force” against Taiwan, Japan could invoke its right to collective self-defence, mobilising the JSDF alongside allies such as the US. She repeated this stance days later, while dismissing Beijing's criticism that her remarks amounted to interference in China’s internal affairs. Also read: Sanae Takaichi to become Japan's first female PM, but women aren't happy - Here's why. Hint: She is NOT a feminist The legal foundation for Japan’s self-defence Since 2015, Japan has permitted limited military action in defence of allies if an attack on a foreign nation poses an existential threat to Japan’s survival. The new Japanese PM has given more clarity by explicitly identifying a Taiwan contingency as one such scenario. This is in contrast to the ambiguity maintained by previous prime ministers. Former prime ministers Fumio Kishida and Shinzo Abe both linked Taiwan to Japan’s security, but stopped short of committing to any automatic military response. Abe, who described a Taiwan crisis as a “Japanese emergency” in 2021, stressed deterrence rather than direct engagement. https://www.wionews.com/videos/u-s-speeds-f-16-deliveries-to-taiwan-amid-weapons-delay-complaints-1762188813773/embed Timing of Japan PM’s statement on Taiwan is significant Takaichi went a step further, indicating that Japan may no longer view a Taiwan war as a distant possibility but as a direct national threat. The timing is conspicuous. Takaichi had met both US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping recently at different forums. Also read: ‘Dumba**’: Video shows Japan’s PM guiding Donald Trump around room, WH seems not happy about it Japan is slowly moving away from its pacifist approach, and Takaichi is a vocal supporter of that shift Japan has been deepening defence cooperation with the US under the 1960 Security Treaty. It has doubled defence spending to 2 per cent of GDP and acquired long-range strike missiles, slowly moving away from its pacifist stance since World War II. Seen as a hardliner on Japanese foreign policy issues, Takaichi’s remarks reinforce Washington’s expectation that Japan will play an active role in any Taiwan conflict. Also read: Living on the edge: Taiwan’s new normal as Chinese warplanes shadow its skies In future, Japan may not be just a US base Takaichi's remarks are an indicator that, in a future conflict with China, Japan may not simply serve as a base to host US forces but as a potential combat participant under the banner of collective defence. Strategically, this stance complicates Beijing’s calculations. Japan’s Okinawa Prefecture lies barely 100 kilometres from Taiwan, and Chinese missiles already overflew Japanese waters during drills in 2022. By declaring that armed aggression against Taiwan could trigger Japan’s military involvement, Tokyo has increased the perceived cost of Chinese escalation against Taiwan. At least for now, it is a move aimed at deterrence, but the PM's remarks could heighten regional tensions in the coming days. While not new in law, Takaichi's remarks add teeth to Japan’s readiness to defend the regional status quo — and to act if that balance is upended by China.

Japan PM Sanae Takaichi says a Chinese attack on Taiwan could trigger Japan’s self-defence response. This is a tougher stance than her predecessors. This could reshape East Asia’s security balance. Here is why her statements matter &nbsp;

Will Japan directly get involved if China invades Taiwan? PM says its forces could be activated. Here's why this warning matters

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed claims that his relationship with the US president was volatile, insisting he is not “afraid” of him. In an interview with The Guardian, he also rejected reports that, during a White House meeting in October, Trump had “tossed maps aside”. “He didn’t throw anything. I am sure,” he said.He described their exchanges as “normal, businesslike and constructive”, rejecting any suggestion of hostility.&nbsp;<h2>Zelensky stresses mutual respect with US</h2>His remarks contrast sharply with what the world saw during a testy Oval Office exchange, when Trump and Vice President JD Vance lectured him on the need for Ukraine to be grateful for the aid received in its war against Russia.In the interview, Zelensky said that while “everyone in the world is afraid of Trump”, he is not.“We are not enemies with America. We are friends. So why should we be afraid?”Zelensky highlighted the need for mutual respect between the two countries. “Trump was elected by his people. We have to respect the choice made by the American people, just as I am elected by my people,” he told the British newspaper.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/zelensky-accepts-defeat-trump-putin-to-draw-new-map-of-ukraine-1761072780514/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/zelensky-accepts-defeat-trump-putin-to-draw-new-map-of-ukraine-1761072780514/embed</a><h2>‘King Charles quietly helping strengthen Ukraine–US relations’</h2>Zelensky revealed that King Charles III has been quietly helping to strengthen Kyiv’s relationship with Washington. After the turbulent Oval Office encounter, the British king reportedly sent “important signals” to Trump that encouraged stronger US support for Ukraine.Calling Charles “very supportive”, Zelensky said Trump “respected the king and considered him to be very important.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-zelensky-meeting-reportedly-erupts-into-shouting-match-as-potus-reconnects-with-putin-1760927147107">Trump-Zelensky meeting reportedly erupts into 'shouting match' as POTUS reconnects with Putin</a><h2>Power went off twice during the interview with Zelensky</h2>Interestingly, the interview took place amid ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine. During the conversation, held as electricity disruptions hit the country due to Russian strikes on the national grid, power went off twice.“These are our living conditions,” Zelensky told the interviewer, accusing Russian President Vladimir Putin of ordering “terrorist attacks” on civilian infrastructure aimed at “creating tension within our society.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-if-invited-i-ll-volodymyr-zelensky-on-joining-trump-putin-summit-in-hungary-1760949800548">‘If invited, I’ll...’: Volodymyr Zelensky on joining Trump-Putin summit in Hungary</a><h2>Ukraine seeks US Patriot air defence systems</h2>In the interview, Zelensky said Ukraine continues to seek Patriot air defence systems from the US, as well as wider Western assistance.“It’s never enough. It’s enough when the war ends,” he said when asked whether Europe and the UK were doing enough.Welcoming future troop pledges from Britain and France, he said pushing for immediate deployment could endanger vital support: “Leaders are afraid of their societies. They don’t want to be involved in the war.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukraine-to-get-25-patriot-systems-tomahawks-here-s-what-zelensky-says-1760966489612">Ukraine to get 25 Patriot systems, Tomahawks? Here’s what Zelensky says</a><h2>Russia has intensified attacks, could open second front in Europe, warns Zelensky</h2>Russian forces have intensified assaults in Donetsk province, Zelensky said, deploying 170,000 men around Pokrovsk. He added that Russia had suffered heavy losses—“25,000 soldiers killed and wounded in October”—showing the offensive had failed.Russia, he warned, is conducting a “hybrid war” against Europe and could open a “second front” elsewhere. “He can do both at the same time.”In what appeared to be a veiled caution to Trump, he said befriending Russia “is not a solution for America.”Reflecting on nearly four years of war, Zelensky said, “I just love Ukraine … It’s hard right now because of the war. But I want to be here"

Ukraine leader Volodymyr Zelensky said he isn’t afraid of Donald Trump, in spite of the bad optics of the infamous Oval Office meeting in which he got a lecture from the US president. Vowing resilience as Russia intensifies attacks, he also warned that Moscow could open yet another warfront

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed claims that his relationship with the US president was volatile, insisting he is not “afraid” of him. In an interview with The Guardian, he also rejected reports that, during a White House meeting in October, Trump had “tossed maps aside”. “He didn’t throw anything. I am sure,” he said. He described their exchanges as “normal, businesslike and constructive”, rejecting any suggestion of hostility. Zelensky stresses mutual respect with US His remarks contrast sharply with what the world saw during a testy Oval Office exchange, when Trump and Vice President JD Vance lectured him on the need for Ukraine to be grateful for the aid received in its war against Russia. In the interview, Zelensky said that while “everyone in the world is afraid of Trump”, he is not. “We are not enemies with America. We are friends. So why should we be afraid?” Zelensky highlighted the need for mutual respect between the two countries. “Trump was elected by his people. We have to respect the choice made by the American people, just as I am elected by my people,” he told the British newspaper. https://www.wionews.com/videos/zelensky-accepts-defeat-trump-putin-to-draw-new-map-of-ukraine-1761072780514/embed ‘King Charles quietly helping strengthen Ukraine–US relations’ Zelensky revealed that King Charles III has been quietly helping to strengthen Kyiv’s relationship with Washington. After the turbulent Oval Office encounter, the British king reportedly sent “important signals” to Trump that encouraged stronger US support for Ukraine. Calling Charles “very supportive”, Zelensky said Trump “respected the king and considered him to be very important.” Also read: Trump-Zelensky meeting reportedly erupts into 'shouting match' as POTUS reconnects with Putin Power went off twice during the interview with Zelensky Interestingly, the interview took place amid ongoing Russian attacks on Ukraine. During the conversation, held as electricity disruptions hit the country due to Russian strikes on the national grid, power went off twice. “These are our living conditions,” Zelensky told the interviewer, accusing Russian President Vladimir Putin of ordering “terrorist attacks” on civilian infrastructure aimed at “creating tension within our society.” Also read: ‘If invited, I’ll...’: Volodymyr Zelensky on joining Trump-Putin summit in Hungary Ukraine seeks US Patriot air defence systems In the interview, Zelensky said Ukraine continues to seek Patriot air defence systems from the US, as well as wider Western assistance. “It’s never enough. It’s enough when the war ends,” he said when asked whether Europe and the UK were doing enough. Welcoming future troop pledges from Britain and France, he said pushing for immediate deployment could endanger vital support: “Leaders are afraid of their societies. They don’t want to be involved in the war.” Also read: Ukraine to get 25 Patriot systems, Tomahawks? Here’s what Zelensky says Russia has intensified attacks, could open second front in Europe, warns Zelensky Russian forces have intensified assaults in Donetsk province, Zelensky said, deploying 170,000 men around Pokrovsk. He added that Russia had suffered heavy losses—“25,000 soldiers killed and wounded in October”—showing the offensive had failed. Russia, he warned, is conducting a “hybrid war” against Europe and could open a “second front” elsewhere. “He can do both at the same time.” In what appeared to be a veiled caution to Trump, he said befriending Russia “is not a solution for America.” Reflecting on nearly four years of war, Zelensky said, “I just love Ukraine … It’s hard right now because of the war. But I want to be here"

Ukraine leader Volodymyr Zelensky said he isn’t afraid of Donald Trump, in spite of the bad optics of the infamous Oval Office meeting in which he got a lecture from the US president. Vowing resilience as Russia intensifies attacks, he also warned that Moscow could open yet another warfront

'Why should I be afraid of Donald Trump?', asks Ukrainian President Zelensky, warns Russia could open another front

US President Donald Trump pardoned Rudy Giuliani, Sydney Powell, John Eastman, Mark Meadows and others who were charged with attempting to interfere with the 2020 US election results, the White House announced late Sunday (Nov 9). The list of 77 people was pardoned, who were allegedly involved in the plan to arrange an alternate slate of electors and “expose voting fraud” in the elections. The pardon was signed by Trump on Friday (Nov 7).&nbsp;The high-profile individuals were charged in Georgia over a scheme to overturn the 2020 election results. Four of them had pleaded guilty in the case.&nbsp;“This proclamation ends a grave national injustice perpetrated upon the American people following the 2020 Presidential Election and continues the process of national reconciliation,” the pardon states. “This pardon does not apply to the president of the United States,” it added.&nbsp;It includes a “full, complete, and unconditional pardon” for those named, including some of the president’s co-defendants who were charged for trying to overturn Trump’s 2020 election defeat. The pardon clearly states that it does not apply to Trump. Presidential pardons can only be granted for federal charges and do not apply to state or local charges.&nbsp;Last week, Trump granted clemency to a retired New York City police officer convicted in 2013 for spying on a New Jersey family on behalf of the Chinese government. Trump also pardoned former Major League Baseball star Darryl Strawberry for a 1995 tax evasion charge.

Trump pardons Rudy Giuliani, Sydney Powell and others involved in altering 2020 US election result

US President Donald Trump pardoned Rudy Giuliani, Sydney Powell, John Eastman, Mark Meadows and others who were charged with attempting to interfere with the 2020 US election results, the White House announced late Sunday (Nov 9). The list of 77 people was pardoned, who were allegedly involved in the plan to arrange an alternate slate of electors and “expose voting fraud” in the elections. The pardon was signed by Trump on Friday (Nov 7). The high-profile individuals were charged in Georgia over a scheme to overturn the 2020 election results. Four of them had pleaded guilty in the case. “This proclamation ends a grave national injustice perpetrated upon the American people following the 2020 Presidential Election and continues the process of national reconciliation,” the pardon states. “This pardon does not apply to the president of the United States,” it added. It includes a “full, complete, and unconditional pardon” for those named, including some of the president’s co-defendants who were charged for trying to overturn Trump’s 2020 election defeat. The pardon clearly states that it does not apply to Trump. Presidential pardons can only be granted for federal charges and do not apply to state or local charges. Last week, Trump granted clemency to a retired New York City police officer convicted in 2013 for spying on a New Jersey family on behalf of the Chinese government. Trump also pardoned former Major League Baseball star Darryl Strawberry for a 1995 tax evasion charge.

Trump pardons Rudy Giuliani, Sydney Powell and others involved in altering 2020 US election result

Trump pardons Rudy Giuliani, Sydney Powell and others allegedly involved in altering 2020 US election result

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Nov 9) said that the prolonged government shutdown was not getting close to the end very soon, signalling optimism as Senate leaders reach a deal for funding. This marks a major breakthrough after weeks of political stalemate, with mounting pressure amid economic disruptions that left many sectors paralysed.&nbsp;&nbsp;“It looks like we’re getting close to the shutdown ending. You’ll know very soon," Trump told reporters.&nbsp;&nbsp;CNN reported that Senate leaders have reached a deal for the funding of the federal government through January 30. The chamber is expected to hold a vote between 8:30 and 9 pm ET. The report added that at least eight Senate Democrats have agreed to support the temporary funding measure.&nbsp;As Congress works to finalise the deal, the consequences of the shutdown still disrupt the country. Thousands of flights were cancelled on Sunday due to a 4 per cent cut to flights mandated by the Federal Aviation Administration to tackle the air traffic control staffing problems. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned that air travel could be “reduced to a trickle” ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.&nbsp;The current shutdown has been the longest in American history, surpassing the previous record set during the &nbsp;Republican president’s first term in the White House that lasted 35 days.&nbsp;The shutdown has resulted in about 1.4 million federal workers, including air traffic controllers, national park wardens, remaining on enforced leave or working without pay. Meanwhile, some courts have been forced to use emergency funds to keep running, but warned that operations may be affected soon.&nbsp;Earlier on Saturday (Nov 8), US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that the economic damage due to the shutdown was worsening. He said the situation was deteriorating “day by day,” as the prolonged disruption has started to undermine key sectors, delay public spending, and weaken financial stability.

This marks a major breakthrough after weeks of political stalemate, with mounting pressure amid economic disruptions that left many sectors paralyzed. 

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Nov 9) said that the prolonged government shutdown was not getting close to the end very soon, signalling optimism as Senate leaders reach a deal for funding. This marks a major breakthrough after weeks of political stalemate, with mounting pressure amid economic disruptions that left many sectors paralysed. “It looks like we’re getting close to the shutdown ending. You’ll know very soon," Trump told reporters. CNN reported that Senate leaders have reached a deal for the funding of the federal government through January 30. The chamber is expected to hold a vote between 8:30 and 9 pm ET. The report added that at least eight Senate Democrats have agreed to support the temporary funding measure. As Congress works to finalise the deal, the consequences of the shutdown still disrupt the country. Thousands of flights were cancelled on Sunday due to a 4 per cent cut to flights mandated by the Federal Aviation Administration to tackle the air traffic control staffing problems. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy warned that air travel could be “reduced to a trickle” ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. The current shutdown has been the longest in American history, surpassing the previous record set during the Republican president’s first term in the White House that lasted 35 days. The shutdown has resulted in about 1.4 million federal workers, including air traffic controllers, national park wardens, remaining on enforced leave or working without pay. Meanwhile, some courts have been forced to use emergency funds to keep running, but warned that operations may be affected soon. Earlier on Saturday (Nov 8), US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that the economic damage due to the shutdown was worsening. He said the situation was deteriorating “day by day,” as the prolonged disruption has started to undermine key sectors, delay public spending, and weaken financial stability.

This marks a major breakthrough after weeks of political stalemate, with mounting pressure amid economic disruptions that left many sectors paralyzed.&nbsp;

US shutdown to end? Trump says ‘getting close’ as Senate leaders reach deal for funding

Tim Davie, the director general of the BBC, announced his resignation Sunday following a row over the editing of a documentary about US President Donald Trump. Davie and the broadcaster’s head of news, Deborah Turness, resigned after accusations that a documentary by its flagship Panorama programme had edited a speech by Trump in a misleading way. “Like all public organisations, the BBC is not perfect, and we must always be open, transparent and accountable,” Davie said in a statement posted on the BBC website. “While not being the only reason, the current debate around BBC News has understandably contributed to my decision... I have to take ultimate responsibility.”&nbsp;The latest controversy follows a Daily Telegraph report this week that said concerns were first raised in the summer in a memo on impartiality by Michael Prescott, a former external adviser to the BBC’s editorial standards committee.Earlier Sunday, the UK Culture, Media, and Sport Minister Lisa Nandy called the allegations “incredibly serious”.&nbsp;The BBC has promised “a full response” to parliament’s culture media and sport committee on Monday.&nbsp;<h2>Row over Trump’s edited speech&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;The criticism emerged over clips spliced together from sections of a Trump speech on January 6, 2021, when he was accused of fomenting the mob attack on the US Capitol seeking to keep him in power despite losing his re-election bid.The edit made it appear he had told supporters he was going to walk to the US Capitol with them and “fight like hell”.In the undoctored clip, however, the president urged the audience to walk with him “and we’re going to cheer on our brave senators and congressmen and women”.At the time, Trump was still disputing President Joe Biden’s election victory, in a vote that saw him ousted after his first term in office.The edit was included in a documentary entitled “Trump: A Second Chance?” that was broadcast by the BBC the week before last year’s US election.&nbsp;<h2>‘Systemic bias’ allegation</h2>&nbsp;Nandy said the Trump edit was one of several concerns about editorial standards at the BBC.“It isn’t just about the Panorama programme, although that is incredibly serious,” she told BBC television in an interview.“There are a series of very serious allegations made, the most serious of which is that there is systemic bias in the way that difficult issues are reported at the BBC,” she said.Nandy said she was concerned about a tendency for editorial standards and the language used in reports to be “entirely inconsistent” whether it be on “Israel, Gaza... trans people or on this issue about President Trump”.The licence fee-funded broadcaster earlier this year issued several apologies for “serious flaws” in the making of another documentary entitled “Gaza: How To Survive A Warzone”, broadcast in February.In October it accepted a sanction from the UK media watchdog for what was deemed a “materially misleading” programme, whose child narrator was later revealed to be the son of Hamas’s former deputy agriculture minister.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The latest controversy follows a Daily Telegraph report this week that said concerns were first raised in the summer in a memo on impartiality by Michael Prescott, a former external adviser to the BBC’s editorial standards committee.

Tim Davie, the director general of the BBC, announced his resignation Sunday following a row over the editing of a documentary about US President Donald Trump. Davie and the broadcaster’s head of news, Deborah Turness, resigned after accusations that a documentary by its flagship Panorama programme had edited a speech by Trump in a misleading way. “Like all public organisations, the BBC is not perfect, and we must always be open, transparent and accountable,” Davie said in a statement posted on the BBC website. “While not being the only reason, the current debate around BBC News has understandably contributed to my decision... I have to take ultimate responsibility.” The latest controversy follows a Daily Telegraph report this week that said concerns were first raised in the summer in a memo on impartiality by Michael Prescott, a former external adviser to the BBC’s editorial standards committee. Earlier Sunday, the UK Culture, Media, and Sport Minister Lisa Nandy called the allegations “incredibly serious”. The BBC has promised “a full response” to parliament’s culture media and sport committee on Monday. Row over Trump’s edited speech The criticism emerged over clips spliced together from sections of a Trump speech on January 6, 2021, when he was accused of fomenting the mob attack on the US Capitol seeking to keep him in power despite losing his re-election bid. The edit made it appear he had told supporters he was going to walk to the US Capitol with them and “fight like hell”. In the undoctored clip, however, the president urged the audience to walk with him “and we’re going to cheer on our brave senators and congressmen and women”. At the time, Trump was still disputing President Joe Biden’s election victory, in a vote that saw him ousted after his first term in office. The edit was included in a documentary entitled “Trump: A Second Chance?” that was broadcast by the BBC the week before last year’s US election. ‘Systemic bias’ allegation Nandy said the Trump edit was one of several concerns about editorial standards at the BBC. “It isn’t just about the Panorama programme, although that is incredibly serious,” she told BBC television in an interview. “There are a series of very serious allegations made, the most serious of which is that there is systemic bias in the way that difficult issues are reported at the BBC,” she said. Nandy said she was concerned about a tendency for editorial standards and the language used in reports to be “entirely inconsistent” whether it be on “Israel, Gaza... trans people or on this issue about President Trump”. The licence fee-funded broadcaster earlier this year issued several apologies for “serious flaws” in the making of another documentary entitled “Gaza: How To Survive A Warzone”, broadcast in February. In October it accepted a sanction from the UK media watchdog for what was deemed a “materially misleading” programme, whose child narrator was later revealed to be the son of Hamas’s former deputy agriculture minister. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The latest controversy follows a Daily Telegraph report this week that said concerns were first raised in the summer in a memo on impartiality by Michael Prescott, a former external adviser to the BBC’s editorial standards committee.

BBC chief Tim Davie resigns after row over Trump documentary

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Saturday that the economic damage due to the ongoing government shutdown is worsening, and the effects are gradually spreading across major industries and putting additional pressure on federal finances. Bessent said the situation was deteriorating “day by day,” as the prolonged disruption has started to undermine key sectors, delay public spending, and weaken financial stability.&nbsp;&nbsp;Economists warn that the shutdown, the longest ever now, risks eroding confidence among businesses and households unless a resolution is reached soon. The shutdown is hurting consumer confidence, delaying federal payments, and disrupting air travel, food aid, and essential government services.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-sends-experts-and-military-equipment-to-defend-belgium-from-rogue-drones-1762701042675">UK sends experts and military equipment to defend Belgium from ‘rogue’ drones</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">.<a href="https://twitter.com/SecScottBessent?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SecScottBessent</a> on the Democrat Shutdown: &quot;We&#39;ve seen an impact on the economy from day one — but it&#39;s getting worse and worse... There are estimates that economic growth for this quarter could be cut by as much as half if this shutdown continues.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/QWjiLSKleu">pic.twitter.com/QWjiLSKleu</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1987534041218691352?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 9, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;&nbsp;“We had a fantastic economy under President Trump the past two quarters, and now there are estimates that the economic growth for this quarter could be cut by as much as half if the shutdown continues,” Bessent said.“I can tell you what we’re not going to do is what happened under the Biden administration, where the administration and the media gaslit everyone and said, oh, you know, there’s a vibe session. You don’t understand how good you have it. And what happened then was we had the worst inflation in 40 or 50 years. You know, 22, 23 per cent, but the basket of goods and services for working Americans was up more than 30 percent. And what we’re seeing is we had to stop the increase first,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-people-against-tariffs-are-fools-trump-says-each-american-will-be-paid-2000-dividend-1762696056887">‘People against tariffs are fools’: Trump says each American will be paid $2000 dividend</a>&nbsp;“Now we are starting to see prices level off and come down. You know, gasoline is down, interest rates are down, some mortgages are down. And I think we are making substantial progress on that. And I think over the coming months and the next year, prices are going to come down.”&nbsp;Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy also warned on Sunday that air traffic across the US could “slow to a trickle” if the federal government shutdown continues into the busy Thanksgiving travel season, as flight cancellations and staff shortages deepen the crisis in the aviation sector.&nbsp;WATCH: Russia-Ukraine war: Thermal power plant in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Donetsk Oblast damaged<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-thermal-power-plant-in-kyiv-kharkiv-donetsk-oblast-damaged-1762697288624/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-thermal-power-plant-in-kyiv-kharkiv-donetsk-oblast-damaged-1762697288624/embed</a>&nbsp;

Economists warn that the shutdown, the longest ever now, risks eroding confidence among businesses and households unless a resolution is reached soon. The shutdown is hurting consumer confidence, delaying federal payments, and disrupting air travel, food aid, and essential services.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Saturday that the economic damage due to the ongoing government shutdown is worsening, and the effects are gradually spreading across major industries and putting additional pressure on federal finances. Bessent said the situation was deteriorating “day by day,” as the prolonged disruption has started to undermine key sectors, delay public spending, and weaken financial stability. Economists warn that the shutdown, the longest ever now, risks eroding confidence among businesses and households unless a resolution is reached soon. The shutdown is hurting consumer confidence, delaying federal payments, and disrupting air travel, food aid, and essential government services. Also Read: UK sends experts and military equipment to defend Belgium from ‘rogue’ drones

Economists warn that the shutdown, the longest ever now, risks eroding confidence among businesses and households unless a resolution is reached soon. The shutdown is hurting consumer confidence, delaying federal payments, and disrupting air travel, food aid, and essential services.

Shutdown’s economic impact getting ‘worse and worse,’ warns Bessent, says US economy faces deeper hit

Bhutan’s Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay has said that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is not just a “political leader, but a spiritual master” even as he emphasised on strong India-Bhutan ties. Speaking to WION’s Sidhant Sibal in Thimphu, the Bhutanese Prime Minister, termed the Indian Prime Minister as his “elder brother” and his presence for the Global Peace Prayer Festival is “important”. The Bhutan government is organising a major Prayer Festival, that started earlier this month and will conclude on 19th November, coinciding with the 70th birthday of the 4th Bhutan King, and the visit of the Indian PM Modi to attend the birthday celebration. During the Indian PM’s visit, the 1020 MW Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project will be inaugurated.&nbsp;Asked about the railway connectivity project that will connect the two countries, PM Tobgay said that this will “cement” the relationship and help the Gelephu Mindfulness City. Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) is a massive visionary urban development project in southern Bhutan, designed as the world’s first regenerative, values-based city. Envisioned by Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, it integrates Bhutan’s Gross National Happiness (GNH) principles—such as psychological well-being, health, education, community vitality, and cultural diversity—with modern innovation.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: What is the main aim of the Global Peace Prayer Festival?Tshering Tobgay: Well, in Bhutan, we have a very strong spiritual tradition of conducting prayers for peace. Peace of all beings and while we do this at the family level, we’ve done this under the patronage of His Holiness, the chief Abbot of Bhutan, at a national level, at various districts, and this year, at the command of His Majesty the King, we are conducting it at an international level, hence the Global Peace Prayer Festival. His Majesty has commanded that we do it at this time to coincide with His Majesty, the Fourth King's 70th birthday.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: Perhaps you can talk about, if you can talk about the gathering here, I believe monks from across the world have been invited to come here.Tshering Tobgay: We've reached out to many people, spiritual masters, monks, accomplished practitioners throughout the world in various denominations, particularly Vajrayana Buddhism, but also Mahayana Buddhism and Theravada. And then we have many practitioners and Hindu spiritual masters as well. And so we are all congregated with just one purpose, to offer prayers for global peace. Sidhant Sibal: So what's the message Bhutan can give to the world, which is riddled with conflicts?Tshering Tobgay: Well, we're not looking to pass on any particular message. However, as you correctly noted our development philosophy, one that is the Royal vision of our Monarch is gross national happiness. And the very purpose of gross national happiness is to enhance the happiness and well being of our people. So whatever we do, whether it is governance, democracy and governance, sustainability and conservation of the environment, culture and tradition, spirituality, economic growth, free education, free health care, ultimately, it is about enhancing the happiness and well being of our people. Now the global peace prayer festival is to remind us that peace is important. Without peace, you cannot enjoy happiness and well being and as such, everybody you see here and many are online also have joined us collectively with just one mission, which is to offer prayers for global peace and to commit to doing whatever one can to further global peace.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: Next week will be packed, with the festival, with the Monarch's birthday, and the visit of the prime minister as well. So my question to you is, how do you see India Bhutan relationship? How do you see the relationship going forward as well?&nbsp;Tshering Tobgay: It's not just next week. Even as we speak, our entire royal family, and in particular, His Majesty is a king. Her Majesty is a queen. His Majesty, the Fourth king. And Their Majesties, the Queen mothers, are fully involved in taking part in guiding us in leading the global peace prayer festival. They're not waiting for next week. This is His Majesty, The King's royal vision, and he has guided us and supported us to get to organizing this unprecedented gathering of people, worshippers at one go, offering prayers for global peace. Now, in terms of Indian Bhutan relations, also this global peace prayer festival, which many people don't seem to know, is a collaboration between the governments of India and Bhutan. So we've worked very closely with the Indian Embassy here and the government of India, and they have very generously supported us to conduct the global peace prayer festival. Going forward next week, Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji is going to honor us. He's visiting here as a guest of honor. He's going to visit here. He's going to be here on the 11th of November. And on the 11th of November, our beloved fourth king turns 70 years old, and so he's coming here to take part in the birthday celebrations, but also to take part. Remember my elder brother, Prime Minister, Modi ji, is my mentor. He is not just a political leader. He is also a spiritual master, and so to have him here during such a significant unprecedented gathering of spiritual souls and spiritual energy, to have him here bless the gathering is, I think, very important for us. But he's here, and we will have many events also to further the bilateral relations between our two countries, one of which is Prime Minister Modi, and His Majesty the King, are going to jointly inaugurate the Punatsangchhu-II hydropower project. This is a massive, 1000 megawatt project, and then they're going to relaunch the start of the Punatsangchhu-I, 1200 megawatts, and a lot more is going to be conducted.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: India sent the relics, how significant is it?Tshering Tobgay: It shows&nbsp;that we are on the same page when it comes to spiritual collaboration, not just political developmental collaboration, not just overall friendship, but also at the spiritual level. We are on the same page, and we are deeply, deeply grateful to Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji for allowing us to receive and to worship this very, very secret relic of Lord Buddha. I see it as a gift of Prime Minister Modi, my elder brother, to the people of Bhutan and to all worshippers from around the world who have congregated here and will have the opportunity to view, to pray and to receive blessings from these holy relics.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: You have emphasized on Prime Minister Modi being your elder brother, your mentor as well. Perhaps, if you can shed light on this relationship?Tshering Tobgay: When you talk of elder brother, elder brother takes care of the family, and he is very caring for me. He's loving to me. In his presence, I feel the warmth of brotherhood. And therefore, very early on, as early as 2014 when we first met, I saw him as an elder brother, mentor, simply because he is such an exemplary leader, a political leader and a spiritual master, that through his action, I get a lot of lessons. So he's a mentor.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: One significant announcement that happened&nbsp;just a few&nbsp;weeks ago was the railway project that will connect India to Bhutan. Now, if you can perhaps shed light as to how significant this railway project will be in terms of providing connectivity between India and BhutanTshering Tobgay: Well, this further cements our friendship. So Bhutan is landlocked, and we are connected to India and through India to the rest of the world. We have always enjoyed road connectivity, and then we've had air connectivity, and then digital connectivity, and this has furthered the movement of people and trade between our two countries, and now with real connectivity, it's just going to further strengthen this connection between our two great countries and our two great people.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: How do you see India's support for the Gelephu Mindfulness City project?Tshering Tobgay: Well the Gelephu Mindfulness City, is extremely significant for Bhutan and the future of Bhutan, make no doubt about it, but it is also important for the world to see how it is possible to organize urban living, while also balancing, enjoying social balance and cultural balance and environmental balance, along with a competitive economy. So the&nbsp;Gelephu Mindfulness City, in that sense, is important not just for Bhutan and Bhutan's future, but also for the future of the world. For India, it is also important because obviously it is not just in an Indian neighbourhood. It is bang on the border of India, and border with India. And as a result, Indian businesses can enjoy all the advantages of Gelephu in their neighbourhood. And Gelephu will be a gateway of investment, a safe haven for investment, but also a gateway of investment to India and beyond India to South Asia and all of Asia. So this is important for Bhutan, and this is why His Majesty the King, not just his royal vision, but he is spearheading. He is leading the construction of this, the realization of this very important project. This is also important for India, and this is why the Indian government, Prime Minister Modi is personally and unconditionally supporting us in this very important project.&nbsp;&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: You're looking at any timeline when it can be completed?Tshering Tobgay: There's no timeline. It has already started, and it will just keep growing now, in line with His Majesty's vision, in line with the support and the expectations of Prime Minister Modi also.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal: The railway connectivity project. Will it help Gelephu?Tshering Tobgay: Yes, it will, because it's going to be directly linked to Gelephu. So the transport of people and goods is going to be made much more convenient and a lot cheaper.

The Bhutan government is organising a major Prayer Festival that started earlier this month and will conclude on 19th November, coinciding with the 70th birthday of the 4th Bhutan King and the visit of the Indian PM Modi to attend the birthday celebration.

Bhutan’s Prime Minister Tshering Tobgay has said that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is not just a “political leader, but a spiritual master” even as he emphasised on strong India-Bhutan ties. Speaking to WION’s Sidhant Sibal in Thimphu, the Bhutanese Prime Minister, termed the Indian Prime Minister as his “elder brother” and his presence for the Global Peace Prayer Festival is “important”. The Bhutan government is organising a major Prayer Festival, that started earlier this month and will conclude on 19th November, coinciding with the 70th birthday of the 4th Bhutan King, and the visit of the Indian PM Modi to attend the birthday celebration. During the Indian PM’s visit, the 1020 MW Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project will be inaugurated. Asked about the railway connectivity project that will connect the two countries, PM Tobgay said that this will “cement” the relationship and help the Gelephu Mindfulness City. Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC) is a massive visionary urban development project in southern Bhutan, designed as the world’s first regenerative, values-based city. Envisioned by Bhutan’s King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, it integrates Bhutan’s Gross National Happiness (GNH) principles—such as psychological well-being, health, education, community vitality, and cultural diversity—with modern innovation. Sidhant Sibal: What is the main aim of the Global Peace Prayer Festival? Tshering Tobgay: Well, in Bhutan, we have a very strong spiritual tradition of conducting prayers for peace. Peace of all beings and while we do this at the family level, we’ve done this under the patronage of His Holiness, the chief Abbot of Bhutan, at a national level, at various districts, and this year, at the command of His Majesty the King, we are conducting it at an international level, hence the Global Peace Prayer Festival. His Majesty has commanded that we do it at this time to coincide with His Majesty, the Fourth King's 70th birthday. Sidhant Sibal: Perhaps you can talk about, if you can talk about the gathering here, I believe monks from across the world have been invited to come here. Tshering Tobgay: We've reached out to many people, spiritual masters, monks, accomplished practitioners throughout the world in various denominations, particularly Vajrayana Buddhism, but also Mahayana Buddhism and Theravada. And then we have many practitioners and Hindu spiritual masters as well. And so we are all congregated with just one purpose, to offer prayers for global peace. Sidhant Sibal: So what's the message Bhutan can give to the world, which is riddled with conflicts? Tshering Tobgay: Well, we're not looking to pass on any particular message. However, as you correctly noted our development philosophy, one that is the Royal vision of our Monarch is gross national happiness. And the very purpose of gross national happiness is to enhance the happiness and well being of our people. So whatever we do, whether it is governance, democracy and governance, sustainability and conservation of the environment, culture and tradition, spirituality, economic growth, free education, free health care, ultimately, it is about enhancing the happiness and well being of our people. Now the global peace prayer festival is to remind us that peace is important. Without peace, you cannot enjoy happiness and well being and as such, everybody you see here and many are online also have joined us collectively with just one mission, which is to offer prayers for global peace and to commit to doing whatever one can to further global peace. Sidhant Sibal: Next week will be packed, with the festival, with the Monarch's birthday, and the visit of the prime minister as well. So my question to you is, how do you see India Bhutan relationship? How do you see the relationship going forward as well? Tshering Tobgay: It's not just next week. Even as we speak, our entire royal family, and in particular, His Majesty is a king. Her Majesty is a queen. His Majesty, the Fourth king. And Their Majesties, the Queen mothers, are fully involved in taking part in guiding us in leading the global peace prayer festival. They're not waiting for next week. This is His Majesty, The King's royal vision, and he has guided us and supported us to get to organizing this unprecedented gathering of people, worshippers at one go, offering prayers for global peace. Now, in terms of Indian Bhutan relations, also this global peace prayer festival, which many people don't seem to know, is a collaboration between the governments of India and Bhutan. So we've worked very closely with the Indian Embassy here and the government of India, and they have very generously supported us to conduct the global peace prayer festival. Going forward next week, Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji is going to honor us. He's visiting here as a guest of honor. He's going to visit here. He's going to be here on the 11th of November. And on the 11th of November, our beloved fourth king turns 70 years old, and so he's coming here to take part in the birthday celebrations, but also to take part. Remember my elder brother, Prime Minister, Modi ji, is my mentor. He is not just a political leader. He is also a spiritual master, and so to have him here during such a significant unprecedented gathering of spiritual souls and spiritual energy, to have him here bless the gathering is, I think, very important for us. But he's here, and we will have many events also to further the bilateral relations between our two countries, one of which is Prime Minister Modi, and His Majesty the King, are going to jointly inaugurate the Punatsangchhu-II hydropower project. This is a massive, 1000 megawatt project, and then they're going to relaunch the start of the Punatsangchhu-I, 1200 megawatts, and a lot more is going to be conducted. Sidhant Sibal: India sent the relics, how significant is it? Tshering Tobgay: It shows that we are on the same page when it comes to spiritual collaboration, not just political developmental collaboration, not just overall friendship, but also at the spiritual level. We are on the same page, and we are deeply, deeply grateful to Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji for allowing us to receive and to worship this very, very secret relic of Lord Buddha. I see it as a gift of Prime Minister Modi, my elder brother, to the people of Bhutan and to all worshippers from around the world who have congregated here and will have the opportunity to view, to pray and to receive blessings from these holy relics. Sidhant Sibal: You have emphasized on Prime Minister Modi being your elder brother, your mentor as well. Perhaps, if you can shed light on this relationship? Tshering Tobgay: When you talk of elder brother, elder brother takes care of the family, and he is very caring for me. He's loving to me. In his presence, I feel the warmth of brotherhood. And therefore, very early on, as early as 2014 when we first met, I saw him as an elder brother, mentor, simply because he is such an exemplary leader, a political leader and a spiritual master, that through his action, I get a lot of lessons. So he's a mentor. Sidhant Sibal: One significant announcement that happened just a few weeks ago was the railway project that will connect India to Bhutan. Now, if you can perhaps shed light as to how significant this railway project will be in terms of providing connectivity between India and Bhutan Tshering Tobgay: Well, this further cements our friendship. So Bhutan is landlocked, and we are connected to India and through India to the rest of the world. We have always enjoyed road connectivity, and then we've had air connectivity, and then digital connectivity, and this has furthered the movement of people and trade between our two countries, and now with real connectivity, it's just going to further strengthen this connection between our two great countries and our two great people. Sidhant Sibal: How do you see India's support for the Gelephu Mindfulness City project? Tshering Tobgay: Well the Gelephu Mindfulness City, is extremely significant for Bhutan and the future of Bhutan, make no doubt about it, but it is also important for the world to see how it is possible to organize urban living, while also balancing, enjoying social balance and cultural balance and environmental balance, along with a competitive economy. So the Gelephu Mindfulness City, in that sense, is important not just for Bhutan and Bhutan's future, but also for the future of the world. For India, it is also important because obviously it is not just in an Indian neighbourhood. It is bang on the border of India, and border with India. And as a result, Indian businesses can enjoy all the advantages of Gelephu in their neighbourhood. And Gelephu will be a gateway of investment, a safe haven for investment, but also a gateway of investment to India and beyond India to South Asia and all of Asia. So this is important for Bhutan, and this is why His Majesty the King, not just his royal vision, but he is spearheading. He is leading the construction of this, the realization of this very important project. This is also important for India, and this is why the Indian government, Prime Minister Modi is personally and unconditionally supporting us in this very important project. Sidhant Sibal: You're looking at any timeline when it can be completed? Tshering Tobgay: There's no timeline. It has already started, and it will just keep growing now, in line with His Majesty's vision, in line with the support and the expectations of Prime Minister Modi also. Sidhant Sibal: The railway connectivity project. Will it help Gelephu? Tshering Tobgay: Yes, it will, because it's going to be directly linked to Gelephu. So the transport of people and goods is going to be made much more convenient and a lot cheaper.

The Bhutan government is organising a major Prayer Festival that started earlier this month and will conclude on 19th November, coinciding with the 70th birthday of the 4th Bhutan King and the visit of the Indian PM Modi to attend the birthday celebration.

PM Modi not just a political leader but spiritual master: Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay

The UK government on Sunday termed as "incredibly serious" the allegations concerning the BBC's edited clips featuring US President Donald Trump in one of its flagship documentary programmes. Culture, Media and Sport Minister Lisa Nandy said the issue warranted an explanation, as the broadcaster confirmed that its chair, Samir Shah, would appear before a parliamentary committee on Monday, according to a report by the AFP.&nbsp;Several Media outlets, including the BBC, reported on Sunday that Shah's response is expected to include an apology. The development unfolded after the white House press secretary Karoline Leavitt accused the BBC of spreading “fake news” and branded it a “leftist propaganda machine”.&nbsp;Speaking to The Telegraph, Leavitt criticised the broadcaster for being “ purposefully dishonest.” The BBC has come under fire for allegedly misleading viewers by selectively editing a speech delivered by Trump ahead of the 2021 Capitol riots. The version shown in the Panorama programme appeared to suggest Trump told his supporters he would walk with them to the US Capitol and “fight like hell.”&nbsp;However, in the unedited footage, Trump instead urged the crowd to accompany him to “cheer on our brave senators and congressmen and women.” At the time, he was contesting Joe Biden’s victory in the presidential election that ended his first term.&nbsp;"The BBC chairman will provide a full response to the Culture, Media and Sport Committee on Monday," a BBC spokesperson said. The edit was part of a documentary named "Trump: A Second Chance?", which was broadcast the week before last year's presidential election in the US.<h3>A series of allegations against the BBC</h3>Nandy added that the edited video of Trump was one of a number of concerns about editorial standards at the BBC. "It isn't just about the Panorama programme, although that is incredibly serious; there are a series of very serious allegations made, the most serious of which is that there is systemic bias in the way that difficult issues are reported at the BBC," she told BBC television in an interview.&nbsp;She also said that she was concerned about a tendency for editorial standards and the language used in reports found to be "entirely inconsistent" whether it be on "Israel, Gaza... trans people or on this issue about President Trump".&nbsp;Earlier this year, the BBC issued several apologies for "serious flaws" in the making of another documentary, "Gaza: How To Survive A Warzone", which was broadcast in February. In October, it was also sanctioned by the UK media watchdog for the "materially misleading" programme whose child narrator was later disclosed to be the son of the former deputy minister of agriculture of Hamas.

Culture, Media and Sport Minister Lisa Nandy said the issue warranted an explanation, as the broadcaster confirmed that its chair, Samir Shah, would appear before a parliamentary committee on Monday.

The UK government on Sunday termed as "incredibly serious" the allegations concerning the BBC's edited clips featuring US President Donald Trump in one of its flagship documentary programmes. Culture, Media and Sport Minister Lisa Nandy said the issue warranted an explanation, as the broadcaster confirmed that its chair, Samir Shah, would appear before a parliamentary committee on Monday, according to a report by the AFP. Several Media outlets, including the BBC, reported on Sunday that Shah's response is expected to include an apology. The development unfolded after the white House press secretary Karoline Leavitt accused the BBC of spreading “fake news” and branded it a “leftist propaganda machine”. Speaking to The Telegraph, Leavitt criticised the broadcaster for being “ purposefully dishonest.” The BBC has come under fire for allegedly misleading viewers by selectively editing a speech delivered by Trump ahead of the 2021 Capitol riots. The version shown in the Panorama programme appeared to suggest Trump told his supporters he would walk with them to the US Capitol and “fight like hell.” However, in the unedited footage, Trump instead urged the crowd to accompany him to “cheer on our brave senators and congressmen and women.” At the time, he was contesting Joe Biden’s victory in the presidential election that ended his first term. "The BBC chairman will provide a full response to the Culture, Media and Sport Committee on Monday," a BBC spokesperson said. The edit was part of a documentary named "Trump: A Second Chance?", which was broadcast the week before last year's presidential election in the US. A series of allegations against the BBC Nandy added that the edited video of Trump was one of a number of concerns about editorial standards at the BBC. "It isn't just about the Panorama programme, although that is incredibly serious; there are a series of very serious allegations made, the most serious of which is that there is systemic bias in the way that difficult issues are reported at the BBC," she told BBC television in an interview. She also said that she was concerned about a tendency for editorial standards and the language used in reports found to be "entirely inconsistent" whether it be on "Israel, Gaza... trans people or on this issue about President Trump". Earlier this year, the BBC issued several apologies for "serious flaws" in the making of another documentary, "Gaza: How To Survive A Warzone", which was broadcast in February. In October, it was also sanctioned by the UK media watchdog for the "materially misleading" programme whose child narrator was later disclosed to be the son of the former deputy minister of agriculture of Hamas.

Culture, Media and Sport Minister Lisa Nandy said the issue warranted an explanation, as the broadcaster confirmed that its chair, Samir Shah, would appear before a parliamentary committee on Monday.

‘Leftist propaganda’: White House slams BBC over fake news against Trump, UK govt said THIS

Hundreds remained missing on Sunday after a boat capsized near the Thailand-Malaysia border, with the Malaysian maritime authority reporting the recovery of 10 survivors and one death. In addition, First Admiral Romli Mustafa, head of the maritime authority for northern Malaysian states Kedah and Perlis, disclosed that additional victims could still be found at sea three days after the vessel, carrying around 300 people, which departed from Buthidaung, Myanmar, sank near the border.&nbsp;Among those rescued off Langkawi were three men from Myanmar, two men from the Rohingya and one Bangladeshi man. In addition, the body of a Rohingya woman was also recovered, citing Kedah police chief Adzli Abu Shah, state media Bernama said.&nbsp;The mainly Muslim Rohingya minority often attempt to flee Myanmar, where they are viewed as foreign interlopers from South Asia, denied citizenship, and subjected to widespread discrimination and abuse, according to a report in Reuters.&nbsp;Initially, people en route to Malaysia boarded a large vessel, but after they reached near the border, they were directed to transfer onto three smaller boats, each carrying about 100 people, to avoid detection by the officials, police chief Adzli Abu Shah was quoted as saying.&nbsp;He added that the status of the other two boats was unknown, and a search-and-rescue operation was still on way.

Among those rescued off Langkawi were three men from Myanmar, two men from the Rohingya and one Bangladeshi man. In addition, the body of a Rohingya woman was also recovered, citing Kedah police chief Adzli Abu Shah, state media Bernama said.

Hundreds remained missing on Sunday after a boat capsized near the Thailand-Malaysia border, with the Malaysian maritime authority reporting the recovery of 10 survivors and one death. In addition, First Admiral Romli Mustafa, head of the maritime authority for northern Malaysian states Kedah and Perlis, disclosed that additional victims could still be found at sea three days after the vessel, carrying around 300 people, which departed from Buthidaung, Myanmar, sank near the border. Among those rescued off Langkawi were three men from Myanmar, two men from the Rohingya and one Bangladeshi man. In addition, the body of a Rohingya woman was also recovered, citing Kedah police chief Adzli Abu Shah, state media Bernama said. The mainly Muslim Rohingya minority often attempt to flee Myanmar, where they are viewed as foreign interlopers from South Asia, denied citizenship, and subjected to widespread discrimination and abuse, according to a report in Reuters. Initially, people en route to Malaysia boarded a large vessel, but after they reached near the border, they were directed to transfer onto three smaller boats, each carrying about 100 people, to avoid detection by the officials, police chief Adzli Abu Shah was quoted as saying. He added that the status of the other two boats was unknown, and a search-and-rescue operation was still on way.

Among those rescued off Langkawi were three men from Myanmar, two men from the Rohingya and one Bangladeshi man. In addition, the body of a Rohingya woman was also recovered, citing Kedah police chief Adzli Abu Shah, state media Bernama said.

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