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Norway’s King Harald V has died at the age of 89, the royal palace in Oslo announced on Friday (Aug 28), paving the way for his son, Crown Prince Haakon, to succeed him as monarch.&nbsp;“It is with deep sadness that we announce that His Majesty King Harald passed away today,” the palace said in a statement. “King Harald passed away peacefully at Oslo University Hospital on Friday, August 28 at 6.35 am.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/technology/zuckerberg-had-secret-ai-plan-for-meta-60-cuts-virtual-workers-but-then-something-went-wrong-1787813113366">Zuckerberg had SECRET AI plan for Meta: 60% cuts, ‘virtual workers’. But then something went wrong</a>&nbsp;The palace said on Thursday (Aug 27) that Harald’s health had deteriorated and that he was in an “extremely serious” condition. His wife, Queen Sonja, and Crown Prince Haakon, who had already been serving as regent, cancelled their scheduled engagements.&nbsp;Harald, who became Norway’s ceremonial head of state in 1991, was Europe’s oldest reigning monarch. He had been receiving treatment at Oslo University Hospital since August 17 for haemolytic anaemia, a condition in which red blood cells are destroyed faster than they can be replaced.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/video-remember-the-coupe-who-climbed-empire-state-building-they-are-facing-burglary-criminal-mischief-charges-1787659415861">Video | Remember the couple who climbed Empire State Building? They are facing burglary, criminal mischief charges</a>&nbsp;The monarch had faced several health problems in recent years. He underwent surgery for bladder cancer in 2003 and had a pacemaker fitted in 2024. Despite his health struggles, Harald repeatedly ruled out abdication, saying he had taken a lifelong oath before Norway’s parliament.<h2>Succession comes amid royal controversy</h2>Harald’s death comes at a particularly turbulent time for Norway’s royal family, with Crown Princess Mette-Marit facing scrutiny over her past association with Jeffrey Epstein, the late US sex offender.&nbsp;Documents released in the US in January showed that Mette-Marit had corresponded with Epstein between 2011 and 2014, years after his conviction. The files reportedly contained almost 1,000 references to Mette-Marit, including exchanges described as intimate.&nbsp;The revelations triggered criticism in Norway, with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre accusing the crown princess of showing “poor judgment” in unprecedented comments.&nbsp;

Norway’s King Harald V has died at 89. His son, Crown Prince Haakon, is set to succeed him as monarch, while Crown Princess Mette-Marit faces scrutiny over past Epstein connections.

Norway’s King Harald V has died at the age of 89, the royal palace in Oslo announced on Friday (Aug 28), paving the way for his son, Crown Prince Haakon, to succeed him as monarch. “It is with deep sadness that we announce that His Majesty King Harald passed away today,” the palace said in a statement. “King Harald passed away peacefully at Oslo University Hospital on Friday, August 28 at 6.35 am.” Also read: Zuckerberg had SECRET AI plan for Meta: 60% cuts, ‘virtual workers’. But then something went wrong The palace said on Thursday (Aug 27) that Harald’s health had deteriorated and that he was in an “extremely serious” condition. His wife, Queen Sonja, and Crown Prince Haakon, who had already been serving as regent, cancelled their scheduled engagements. Harald, who became Norway’s ceremonial head of state in 1991, was Europe’s oldest reigning monarch. He had been receiving treatment at Oslo University Hospital since August 17 for haemolytic anaemia, a condition in which red blood cells are destroyed faster than they can be replaced. Also read: Video | Remember the couple who climbed Empire State Building? They are facing burglary, criminal mischief charges The monarch had faced several health problems in recent years. He underwent surgery for bladder cancer in 2003 and had a pacemaker fitted in 2024. Despite his health struggles, Harald repeatedly ruled out abdication, saying he had taken a lifelong oath before Norway’s parliament. Succession comes amid royal controversy Harald’s death comes at a particularly turbulent time for Norway’s royal family, with Crown Princess Mette-Marit facing scrutiny over her past association with Jeffrey Epstein, the late US sex offender. Documents released in the US in January showed that Mette-Marit had corresponded with Epstein between 2011 and 2014, years after his conviction. The files reportedly contained almost 1,000 references to Mette-Marit, including exchanges described as intimate. The revelations triggered criticism in Norway, with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre accusing the crown princess of showing “poor judgment” in unprecedented comments.

Norway’s King Harald V has died at 89. His son, Crown Prince Haakon, is set to succeed him as monarch, while Crown Princess Mette-Marit faces scrutiny over past Epstein connections.&nbsp;

Norway’s King Harald dies at 89, son Haakon set to take crown amid Mette-Marit’s Epstein controversy

Nepal issued a warning on Friday (August 28) to move to higher ground after a dam upstream in Tibet was reported to have burst. This comes after two days of glacial collapse, which caused deadly flooding in Nepal, claiming the lives of over 450 people.&nbsp; "Information has been received that a water dam has burst again on the Tibetan side," police said in a statement. “All security personnel, rescue workers, and the general public deployed in rescue and relief operations are requested to remain alert and immediately move to a safe location/report the incident.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/nepal-flood-waters-surge-in-up-3-bodies-recovered-as-gandak-river-gates-opened-1787830264949">Nepal flood waters surge in UP: 3 bodies recovered as Gandak river gates opened</a><h3>Chinese President Xi Jinping chairs meeting&nbsp;</h3>Meanwhile, Chinese President Xi Jinping chairs a meeting on Tibet rescue operations with his top leaders on Friday, according to state media. The meeting comes two days after a landslide hit the Nepal-China border.&nbsp;"All efforts must be made to search for and rescue missing people inside and outside of the country," officials of the Chinese Communist Party's Politburo said at the meeting, according to Xinhua News Agency.&nbsp;"There are still many hidden dangers of glaciers, ice lakes and geological disasters in the surrounding area, and rescue is facing great difficulties," Xinhua reported the leaders saying, adding that China was considering emergency aid to Nepal and "international relief cooperation".&nbsp;Earlier today, the UK pledged £5 million to support relief efforts in Nepal, while China has organised emergency supplies and financial aid, the Chinese ambassador to Nepal said. The European Union also signalled it stands ready to provide further assistance, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen indicating on X that additional European aid could be mobilised.&nbsp;India, meanwhile, has dispatched 10 metric tons of relief materials, including temporary shelters, blankets, hygiene kits, solar lamps and medicine. The US State Department has committed $500,000 in emergency relief funding and sent a disaster response adviser to the region to assist with recovery efforts.&nbsp;

Nepal warned people to move to higher ground Friday after a Tibet dam reportedly burst again, days after glacial flooding killed over 350. Police urged rescuers and locals to stay alert.


Nepal issued a warning on Friday (August 28) to move to higher ground after a dam upstream in Tibet was reported to have burst. This comes after two days of glacial collapse, which caused deadly flooding in Nepal, claiming the lives of over 450 people. "Information has been received that a water dam has burst again on the Tibetan side," police said in a statement. “All security personnel, rescue workers, and the general public deployed in rescue and relief operations are requested to remain alert and immediately move to a safe location/report the incident.” Also read: Nepal flood waters surge in UP: 3 bodies recovered as Gandak river gates opened Chinese President Xi Jinping chairs meeting Meanwhile, Chinese President Xi Jinping chairs a meeting on Tibet rescue operations with his top leaders on Friday, according to state media. The meeting comes two days after a landslide hit the Nepal-China border. "All efforts must be made to search for and rescue missing people inside and outside of the country," officials of the Chinese Communist Party's Politburo said at the meeting, according to Xinhua News Agency. "There are still many hidden dangers of glaciers, ice lakes and geological disasters in the surrounding area, and rescue is facing great difficulties," Xinhua reported the leaders saying, adding that China was considering emergency aid to Nepal and "international relief cooperation". Earlier today, the UK pledged £5 million to support relief efforts in Nepal, while China has organised emergency supplies and financial aid, the Chinese ambassador to Nepal said. The European Union also signalled it stands ready to provide further assistance, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen indicating on X that additional European aid could be mobilised. India, meanwhile, has dispatched 10 metric tons of relief materials, including temporary shelters, blankets, hygiene kits, solar lamps and medicine. The US State Department has committed $500,000 in emergency relief funding and sent a disaster response adviser to the region to assist with recovery efforts.

Nepal warned people to move to higher ground Friday after a Tibet dam reportedly burst again, days after glacial flooding killed over 450. Police urged rescuers and locals to stay alert. &nbsp;

Dam burst reported in Tibet, Nepal warns rescuers to head to safety

The Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested a young couple from the national capital for their alleged involvement in an espionage network linked to Pakistani intelligence operatives, officials said on Friday (Aug 28).The accused have been identified as Md Sahil and his wife, Sameera. Police said the couple had allegedly been in contact with Pakistan-based handlers through social media since 2024 and had provided logistical support to a Pakistan-based network.<h2>Couple allegedly sent Indian SIM cards to Pakistan</h2>According to the Special Cell, Sahil and Sameera allegedly procured Indian SIM cards and sent them to Pakistan through Dubai for use by Pakistani intelligence operatives.Police said the couple received around Rs 30,000 for sending eight Indian SIM cards to Pakistan during 2024 and 2025.Investigators alleged that the SIM cards were subsequently used to activate WhatsApp accounts. Pakistani operatives allegedly used those accounts to enter Indian WhatsApp groups and collect sensitive information.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The Northern Range of the Delhi Police Special Cell busts an alleged ISI-backed, Pakistan-based espionage network and arrests a Delhi-based couple accused of working for Pakistani Intelligence Operatives (PIOs) through social media since 2024. According to Delhi police, the… <a href="https://t.co/6qFbGdQ9j8">pic.twitter.com/6qFbGdQ9j8</a>&mdash; All India Radio News (@airnewsalerts) <a href="https://x.com/airnewsalerts/status/2093218148501651655?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 28, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

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A young Delhi couple has been arrested in an alleged espionage network linked to Pakistani intelligence operatives. Police say the duo supplied Indian SIM cards that were allegedly used by handlers to operate WhatsApp accounts inside India.

The Delhi Police Special Cell has arrested a young couple from the national capital for their alleged involvement in an espionage network linked to Pakistani intelligence operatives, officials said on Friday (Aug 28). The accused have been identified as Md Sahil and his wife, Sameera. Police said the couple had allegedly been in contact with Pakistan-based handlers through social media since 2024 and had provided logistical support to a Pakistan-based network. Couple allegedly sent Indian SIM cards to Pakistan According to the Special Cell, Sahil and Sameera allegedly procured Indian SIM cards and sent them to Pakistan through Dubai for use by Pakistani intelligence operatives. Police said the couple received around Rs 30,000 for sending eight Indian SIM cards to Pakistan during 2024 and 2025. Investigators alleged that the SIM cards were subsequently used to activate WhatsApp accounts. Pakistani operatives allegedly used those accounts to enter Indian WhatsApp groups and collect sensitive information.

A young Delhi couple has been arrested in an alleged espionage network linked to Pakistani intelligence operatives. Police say the duo supplied Indian SIM cards that were allegedly used by handlers to operate WhatsApp accounts inside India.

ISI spy module busted in Delhi? Police arrest couple over alleged Pakistan links

Iran’s security chief Mohsen Rezaei rejected a report suggesting a possible plot to assassinate Barron Trump, the youngest son of US President Donald Trump, calling it false. This comes as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to shadow efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.Speaking in an interview broadcast by Lebanon’s Al Manar TV on Thursday, Rezaei rejected the claim outright, calling the reported plot “a lie”.The remarks came days after the US Secret Service said it was aware of a video aired by Iranian state television that discussed a potential plot targeting Barron Trump.The controversy unfolded against the backdrop of delicate negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically important shipping routes.Rezaei, who serves as secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, said Tehran was preparing a list of conditions for reopening the waterway after mediators asked Iran to spell out its demands. Ending the regional war, he said, was among those conditions.According to Rezaei, Iran has reached an understanding with Oman on a shipping corridor through the strait. Parts of the proposed route would pass through Omani waters, while others would fall under Iranian jurisdiction. Ships would use a designated central channel if Washington agreed to Tehran’s conditions, he said through an interpreter.A senior source said on Wednesday that Iran and Oman were still working through details of the proposed arrangement, despite earlier claims by Iran’s Revolutionary Guards that the two sides had agreed on sharing control of the waterway and its revenues.Iran has insisted that the strait will not reopen unless Washington lifts what Tehran calls a blockade on Iranian ports, pays compensation and removes sanctions.Before the war erupted in February, the Strait of Hormuz carried roughly a fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas shipments. Traffic has largely stopped since then.Ceasefire agreements announced in April and June were meant to restore maritime movement, but both ultimately failed to hold, leaving one of the world’s key energy arteries in limbo.

Iran’s security chief Mohsen Rezaei has denied a report alleging a plot to assassinate Barron Trump, calling it “a lie”, as Tehran weighs conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran’s security chief Mohsen Rezaei rejected a report suggesting a possible plot to assassinate Barron Trump, the youngest son of US President Donald Trump, calling it false. This comes as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to shadow efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking in an interview broadcast by Lebanon’s Al Manar TV on Thursday, Rezaei rejected the claim outright, calling the reported plot “a lie”. The remarks came days after the US Secret Service said it was aware of a video aired by Iranian state television that discussed a potential plot targeting Barron Trump. The controversy unfolded against the backdrop of delicate negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically important shipping routes. Rezaei, who serves as secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, said Tehran was preparing a list of conditions for reopening the waterway after mediators asked Iran to spell out its demands. Ending the regional war, he said, was among those conditions. According to Rezaei, Iran has reached an understanding with Oman on a shipping corridor through the strait. Parts of the proposed route would pass through Omani waters, while others would fall under Iranian jurisdiction. Ships would use a designated central channel if Washington agreed to Tehran’s conditions, he said through an interpreter. A senior source said on Wednesday that Iran and Oman were still working through details of the proposed arrangement, despite earlier claims by Iran’s Revolutionary Guards that the two sides had agreed on sharing control of the waterway and its revenues. Iran has insisted that the strait will not reopen unless Washington lifts what Tehran calls a blockade on Iranian ports, pays compensation and removes sanctions. Before the war erupted in February, the Strait of Hormuz carried roughly a fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas shipments. Traffic has largely stopped since then. Ceasefire agreements announced in April and June were meant to restore maritime movement, but both ultimately failed to hold, leaving one of the world’s key energy arteries in limbo.

Iran’s security chief Mohsen Rezaei has denied a report alleging a plot to assassinate Barron Trump, calling it “a lie”, as Tehran weighs conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

‘A lie’: Iran rejects report alleging assassination plot against Trump’s son

Two people have been arrested for reportedly stealing gold earrings from the body of a deceased woman swept downstream during flooding in the Narayani River of Nepal. This comes amid the rescue operation following the catastrophic flash floods in a border area of China and Nepal. Both the accused were arrested after a video surfaced on social media showing the two individuals removing what are believed to be gold earrings from the dead body of a woman washed away during the flood. Resharing the 41-second clip, Nepal police confirmed that both the accused have been taken into custody for stealing the earrings. The footage captured both the men pulling the woman's body from the water using wooden boards and her hair to pull her out before taking her ears and setting them nearby. Later, Chitwan Police determined the body had been carried into the Narayani River by severe flooding.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">मृतकको कानको मुन्द्रा चोरी गर्ने व्यक्तिहरु नियन्त्रणमा लिएको सम्बन्धमा । <a href="https://t.co/pnPlnQPn9j">pic.twitter.com/pnPlnQPn9j</a>&mdash; Nepal Police (@NepalPoliceHQ) <a href="https://x.com/NepalPoliceHQ/status/2092950217138339990?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 27, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>Accused taken into custody</h3>Based on the video, authorities identified the two men as Madan Gurung, 25, and Umesh Chaudhary, 38. Both were taken into custody near Pokhara Bus Park in Bharatpur Metropolitan City-1 on Thursday, according to police cited by the Nepali outlet Khabarhub. Officials warned that theft or other inhumane conduct toward disaster victims would be met with zero tolerance. The case has surfaced during one of Nepal's worst flooding disasters in recent memory. Search-and-rescue crews continue combing through mud for over 1,400 people still unaccounted for after flash floods and landslides devastated the Nepal-Tibet border region; the confirmed death toll has climbed to at least 392, with some villages destroyed entirely. Across the border in Tibet, a massive mudslide on Wednesday buried a multi-level building at the Gyirong Port crossing and covered a bus lot, leaving mud deposits averaging more than 1.5 meters (about 5 feet) deep in nearby areas.

Officials warned that theft or other inhumane conduct toward disaster victims would be met with zero tolerance. The case has surfaced during one of Nepal's worst flooding disasters in recent memory.

Two people have been arrested for reportedly stealing gold earrings from the body of a deceased woman swept downstream during flooding in the Narayani River of Nepal. This comes amid the rescue operation following the catastrophic flash floods in a border area of China and Nepal. Both the accused were arrested after a video surfaced on social media showing the two individuals removing what are believed to be gold earrings from the dead body of a woman washed away during the flood. Resharing the 41-second clip, Nepal police confirmed that both the accused have been taken into custody for stealing the earrings. The footage captured both the men pulling the woman's body from the water using wooden boards and her hair to pull her out before taking her ears and setting them nearby. Later, Chitwan Police determined the body had been carried into the Narayani River by severe flooding.

Officials warned that theft or other inhumane conduct toward disaster victims would be met with zero tolerance. The case has surfaced during one of Nepal's worst flooding disasters in recent memory.

Caught on cam: Two arrested for stealing gold earrings from flood victim's body in Nepal

A 72-year-old South Korean man in Japan has been arrested for reportedly overstaying his visa by more than 26 years after police received a tip in June, Shizuoka Prefectural Police confirmed on Thursday (August 27). The man arrested on Wednesday came to Japan in September 1993 using his brother's passport on a 15-day tourist visa to get a higher-paying job in the country, police said. The suspect, a resident of Yaizu in Shizuoka Prefecture, is believed to have been living in Japan without proper status since 1993. At the time, overstaying a visa carried no criminal penalty; that only changed when an amended immigration law came into force in February 2000. As a result, police based his arrest on unlawful overstaying dating from that point forward rather than from when he first arrived.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-canada-trade-war-trump-orders-lake-ontario-renamed-lake-america-canada-hits-back-1787878478524">US-Canada trade war: Canada hits back as Trump orders Lake Ontario renamed ‘Lake America’</a> He reportedly told investigators he had been supporting himself through casual daily labour, and he has admitted to the offence. Justice Ministry figures put the current number of visa overstayers at 68,488 as of January 2026, a sharp drop from the all-time high of 298,646 recorded in 1993.

The suspect, a resident of Yaizu in Shizuoka Prefecture, is believed to have been living in Japan without proper status since 1993. At the time, overstaying a visa carried no criminal penalty; that only changed when an amended immigration law came into force in February 2000. 

A 72-year-old South Korean man in Japan has been arrested for reportedly overstaying his visa by more than 26 years after police received a tip in June, Shizuoka Prefectural Police confirmed on Thursday (August 27). The man arrested on Wednesday came to Japan in September 1993 using his brother's passport on a 15-day tourist visa to get a higher-paying job in the country, police said. The suspect, a resident of Yaizu in Shizuoka Prefecture, is believed to have been living in Japan without proper status since 1993. At the time, overstaying a visa carried no criminal penalty; that only changed when an amended immigration law came into force in February 2000. As a result, police based his arrest on unlawful overstaying dating from that point forward rather than from when he first arrived. Also read: US-Canada trade war: Canada hits back as Trump orders Lake Ontario renamed ‘Lake America’ He reportedly told investigators he had been supporting himself through casual daily labour, and he has admitted to the offence. Justice Ministry figures put the current number of visa overstayers at 68,488 as of January 2026, a sharp drop from the all-time high of 298,646 recorded in 1993.

The suspect, a resident of Yaizu in Shizuoka Prefecture, is believed to have been living in Japan without proper status since 1993. At the time, overstaying a visa carried no criminal penalty; that only changed when an amended immigration law came into force in February 2000.&nbsp;

72-year-old South Korean man held for overstaying visa in Japan for 26 Years

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Manchester, London Stansted and East Midlands airports have been hit by a cyber-attack in which hackers accessed the data of about 8.7 million customers.

Cyberattack hits 3 UK airports, data of 8.7m customers leaked

The demolition of a modernist arts ​complex in the Georgian capital Tbilisi has ignited outrage from some residents about ‌the future of the city's skyline and from the Italian architects who designed it. Known locally as the Rike Tubes, the Rike Park Music Theatre and Exhibition Hall was constructed between 2011 and 2012 under the previous government, ​led by pro-Western reformer Mikheil Saakashvili.

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Air India’s mounting losses may well reach Singapore’s parliament, with an opposition politician questioning the commercial logic of Singapore Airlines backing the Tata-owned airline, which has reportedly asked for a $1.5 billion bailout from its stakeholders to help effect a turnaround.

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Pakistan and Kuwait on Thursday signed an agreement to further strengthen bilateral defence cooperation, including in areas such as training, capacity building and border management. The pact was signed during a meeting between the Pak defence minister and a high-level Kuwaiti delegation.

Pakistan & Kuwait sign defence Co-op Pact

In a significant departure from tradition, Tamil Nadu chief minister Vijay ditched his usual seat at the state Assembly and sat next to his cabinet ministers on Thursday. A video of the TVK chief's rare gesture in going viral on social media. &nbsp;

Vijay leaves CM seat, sits with ministers in rare gesture in Tamil Nadu Assembly

The Opposition Congress party will stage ‘padayatras’ across all districts of the State on August 29 to register a protest against the proposed reduction of the Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ) around Kaziranga National Park.

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A large number of Meira Paibi activists held a massive torch rally in Imphal on the night of August 27, demanding that the National Register of Citizens (NRC) be updated before the commencement of the national Census exercise.

 Meira Paibi activists hold massive torch rally in Manipur

Russia has criticised the UN tribunal that convicted former Bosnian Serb military chief Ratko Mladic, who died in hospital in The Hague while serving a life sentence for genocide and war crimes.The Russian Foreign Ministry accused the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) of disregarding impartiality and fair treatment for political reasons, saying this would remain part of the tribunal's "legacy".“The deliberate disregard for basic rules of impartiality and fair treatment of convicted persons for political reasons will forever remain part of the unenviable ‘legacy’ of the ICTY,” it said.Mladic, 84, died Thursday while in UN custody. He was convicted in 2017 of genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes committed during the 1992-95 Bosnian war. His conviction included responsibility for the 1995 Srebrenica massacre, in which more than 8,000 Bosniak Muslim men and boys were killed. His life sentence was upheld in 2021.

Russia criticises tribunal after Bosnian Serb war criminal Ratko Mladic dies

Ethiopian asylum seekers in Israel are facing possible deportation after the government revoked group protection that had shielded them from removal. Israel granted the protection in 2021 amid the civil war in Ethiopia, but it was withdrawn in January 2024 after authorities said conditions had improved. The High Court upheld the decision in December 2025.The Population and Immigration Authority is now reviewing individual asylum cases, with 1,334 applications from Ethiopian citizens still pending. Rights groups have challenged the deportation process, citing the international principle of non-refoulement.The issue has also raised concerns for children born and raised in Israel to Ethiopian asylum-seeking parents, many of whom speak Hebrew and attend Israeli schools. A Tel Aviv court is due to hear a related case on September 22.

Israel moves to deport Ethiopian asylum seekers after years of uncertainty

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has urged Otzma Yehudit leader Itamar Ben-Gvir and Religious Zionist Party leader Bezalel Smotrich to overcome their differences and run together in the upcoming election.In a video posted on social media on Thursday, Netanyahu said the right-wing parties had won when they contested elections together but lost when they ran separately.&nbsp;Netanyahu pointed to the 1992 election, arguing that divisions among right-wing parties had contributed to their failure to cross the electoral threshold and the subsequent victory of the Left. He warned that a similar outcome could happen in the upcoming election if Ben-Gvir and Smotrich remain divided.Netanyahu said he understood there were "personal grievances" between the two leaders but urged them to set those differences aside. He added that he would invite both politicians for talks in the coming days and make a "supreme effort" to secure an agreement.&lt;blockquote class="twitter-tweet"&gt;&lt;p lang="iw" dir="rtl"&gt;בן גביר וסמוטריץ׳ חייבים להתאחד למען ניצחון הימין! &lt;a href="https://t.co/Ariq9URU1F"&gt;pic.twitter.com/Ariq9URU1F&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&amp;mdash; Benjamin Netanyahu - בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) &lt;a href="https://x.com/netanyahu/status/2093020826559750317?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw"&gt;August 27, 2026&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/blockquote&gt; &lt;script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"&gt;&lt;/script&gt;

Netanyahu urges Ben-Gvir, Smotrich to unite ahead of election

Former Mossad deputy chief and current Knesset member Ram Ben-Barak has warned of growing anti-Israel sentiment in Egypt, urging Israel to prepare for all possible scenarios despite the peace treaty between the two countries.Ben-Barak expressed concern over Egypt's military expansion and what he described as rising tensions along Israel's southern border. He also cited alleged developments in Sinai and growing anti-Israel currents in Egypt as issues requiring closer attention.According to Israeli radio station 103FM, Ben-Barak said the expansion of Egypt's military was particularly concerning because, in his assessment, it appeared to be directed towards Israel without clear justification. He called for a combination of diplomatic efforts and stronger military preparedness, saying Israel should remain ready for any potential development along its border with Egypt.

Former Mossad deputy chief warns of rising anti-Israel sentiment in Egypt

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will step up efforts to isolate Iran economically when he meets G20 finance ministers and central bank governors in Asheville, North Carolina, next week, a US official said Thursday.US officials are expected to urge G20 members to comply with Washington's sanctions on Iran as the Trump administration intensifies economic pressure on Tehran amid the ongoing Middle East war.Bessent is expected to make direct appeals to foreign counterparts during bilateral meetings on the sidelines of the gathering. The Treasury official did not disclose which ministers Bessent is scheduled to meet or whether his talks will include China.The G20 finance ministers and central bank governors are due to meet in Asheville on Monday and Tuesday, with the gathering also taking place against a backdrop of global trade tensions. &nbsp;

Bessent to press G20 allies on Iran sanctions

Venezuela is considering plans to withdraw from OPEC, according to people familiar with the matter, a move that could deliver another blow to the oil cartel it helped establish more than six decades ago.The proposal has reportedly been discussed with US officials, although no final decision has been made.&nbsp;A decision to leave the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries would mark a major shift for Venezuela, one of OPEC's founding members. The move comes amid sweeping political changes in Caracas following US President Donald Trump's removal of longtime Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and Washington's takeover of the country's oil sales.

Venezuela weighs exit from OPEC

A San Francisco federal judge has ruled that the Pentagon's decision to blacklist artificial intelligence company Anthropic was illegal.US District Judge Rita Lin found that the Department of Defense violated the First Amendment when it designated Anthropic as a supply chain risk.Lin said the designation appeared to have been driven by a desire to make a public example of the company. While acknowledging that the government is entitled to deference on national security matters, she found that the Pentagon's action lacked an "articulable basis."

Judge rules Pentagon blacklist of Anthropic was illegal

A federal judge in Boston has blocked a US Postal Service regulation that would have given the agency greater control over mail-in ballots ahead of the midterm elections.US District Judge Indira Talwani issued the order on Thursday, delivering another legal setback to President Donald Trump's efforts to change rules governing mail-in voting.The executive order had directed the US Postal Service to track mail-in ballots and potentially reject ballots submitted by people who were not on a federal list of eligible voters.

US judge blocks Trump-backed mail ballot regulation

US President Donald Trump has hinted that Fox News correspondent Alexis McAdams could be a contender to replace Karoline Leavitt as White House Press Secretary.During a recent interaction, McAdams asked Trump about Leavitt's departure. Trump praised his outgoing press secretary but then turned to McAdams and asked, "You?" He followed it with, "How about you?" while suggesting she could take over the White House briefing room.Trump earlier joked about Leavitt's decision to step down, saying, "I found out Karoline Leavitt likes her children more than she likes Trump," referring to her choice to prioritise her two young children.

Trump hints at Alexis McAdams as possible successor

Karoline Leavitt completed her final day as White House Press Secretary on Thursday (Aug 27), ending her tenure as the 36th person to hold the post. The White House described Leavitt, who was the youngest person to serve as press secretary, as a key defender of President Donald Trump's administration and its "America First" agenda.During her tenure, Leavitt became known for combative exchanges with reporters and outspoken defence of the administration's policies on immigration, national security and foreign affairs. The White House praised her for defending Trump's agenda and expanding access to the briefing room for new media outlets.

Karoline Leavitt completes tenure as White House Press Secretary

A strong 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck the Gulf of Aden early Friday (Aug 28) between Somalia and Yemen, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The shallow earthquake occurred at 12:07 am local time, or 9:07 pm GMT on Thursday, the USGS said. The epicentre was located about 145 kilometres off the coast of Somalia.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/strong-6-0-magnitude-earthquake-strikes-gulf-of-aden-between-somalia-and-yemen-1787877017188">Click to read</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260828/image-1787881185289.png?rect=(0,0,1448,1086)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Strong 6.0-magnitude earthquake strikes Gulf of Aden between Somalia and Yemen"></figure>

Strong 6.0-magnitude earthquake strikes Gulf of Aden between Somalia and Yemen

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday (Aug 27) rejected US President Donald Trump's move to rename Lake Ontario, saying the body of water will remain "Lake Ontario - then, now and always".<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-canada-trade-war-trump-orders-lake-ontario-renamed-lake-america-canada-hits-back-1787878478524">Here's what he said</a> <img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260828/image-1787878843951.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="US-Canada trade war: Canada hits back as Trump orders Lake Ontario renamed 'Lake America'">

US-Canada trade war: Canada hits back as Trump orders Lake Ontario renamed 'Lake America'

Chinese authorities have warned that an artificial lake formed by a massive mudslide on the China-Nepal border is at "high risk" of breaching, raising fears of another surge of floodwater downstream as rescue teams continue searching for more than 1,400 missing people.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nepal-floods-china-warns-artificial-lake-formed-after-mudslide-could-breach-send-more-floodwaters-downstream-death-toll-392-1787879651104">All you need to know HERE</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260828/image-1787879978872.jpg?rect=(0,5,1190,892)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Nepal floods: China warns artificial lake formed after mudslide could breach, send more floodwaters downstream"></figure>

Nepal floods: China warns artificial lake formed after mudslide could breach, send more floodwaters downstream

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Latest News Today Live Updates: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has rejected US President Donald Trump's move to rename Lake Ontario as "Lake America", insisting the body of water will remain Lake Ontario. Trump signed an executive order directing the US government to use the new name. Chinese authorities have warned that an artificial lake formed after a massive mudslide on the China-Nepal border is at high risk of breaching. Continued rainfall could push inflows to around 3 million cubic metres over the next three days, raising fears of another flood surge. The disaster has killed 392 people in Nepal, while hundreds remain missing across Nepal and Tibet as rescue operations continue. A 6.0-magnitude earthquake also struck the Gulf of Aden between Somalia and Yemen early Friday, according to the USGS. No casualties or damage have been reported so far. On a lighter note, India is celebrating Raksha Bandhan today, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi extending greetings to citizens and wishing that the festival of brother-sister bonds brings happiness, prosperity and success to everyone's lives. He also prayed for love, affection and mutual trust to remain strong.

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LIVE Updates | Latest India & World News Aug 28: Trump renames Lake Ontario, China warns of flood threat as Nepal-Tibet death toll rises

Chinese authorities have warned that an artificial lake formed by a massive mudslide on the China-Nepal border is at "high risk" of breaching, raising fears of another surge of floodwater downstream as rescue teams continue searching for more than 1,400 missing people.State-run Xinhua reported late Thursday (Aug 27) that continued rainfall could push inflows into the newly formed lake to around 3 million cubic metres over the next three days."According to forecasts, inflows into the lake could reach about 3 million cubic meters over the next three days amid continued rainfall, increasing the risk of a breach that could send floodwaters downstream and potentially cause further damage in areas including Gyirong Port and elsewhere downstream," Xinhua reported.The warning adds a new layer of danger to a disaster that has already killed hundreds across the Nepal-Tibet border region.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/absolute-pain-sadhguru-breaks-down-as-80-pilgrims-remain-missing-after-nepal-floods-1787830539827">‘Absolute pain’: Sadhguru breaks down over missing pilgrims in Nepal floods</a><h2>'It is a giant graveyard': Death toll rises as rescue teams search through mud</h2>Rescue workers in Nepal continued digging through thick mud and debris on Thursday as the death toll rose to 392.Nepali police said 389 bodies had been recovered, while 910 people in Nepal remained out of contact, including 517 foreign tourists.The disaster swept away entire settlements, bridges, vehicles and other infrastructure in a sudden wall of water, ice and mud.A Nepali customs agent who survived after reaching higher ground in Timure described the destruction in stark terms."It is a giant graveyard," 35-year-old Omkar Joshi told AFP. "All that is left are sand and pebbles, soaked red by human blood."<h2>More missing in Tibet</h2>The disaster has also hit communities and travellers on the Chinese side of the border. Chinese state media reported that the mudslide at Gyirong Port in Tibet killed three people, while 558 people, including 260 foreigners, remain missing.China said nearly 800 emergency workers had been deployed, along with sniffer dogs and speed boats. Premier Li Qiang also visited the affected area on Thursday to oversee the relief operation.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/blankets-sleeping-bags-solar-lamps-and-more-list-of-things-india-sent-to-nepal-in-47-5-tonnes-of-humanitarian-aid-1787827243774">Blankets, sleeping bags, solar lamps, more: List of things India sent to Nepal</a><h2>Fresh flood fears after debris blocks the river</h2>The newly formed lake is adding urgency to the rescue operation. Experts have warned that huge amounts of debris remain lodged upstream along the Nepal-China border river, creating the possibility of another flood.Qianggong Zhang, who heads climate and environmental risks at the Kathmandu-based International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development, said authorities were already worried that another surge could occur.Nepal's Flood Forecasting Division issued a special notice on Thursday warning of the growing lake behind the landslide debris and urging people to remain extremely cautious.<h2>'Inland tsunami' struck the region</h2>The initial disaster has been described as resembling an inland tsunami. The US Geological Survey said the disaster was initially reported as a magnitude 4.4 earthquake but later analysis of seismic recordings indicated that it was actually caused by a glacial collapse and debris flow.

The tragic disaster on the Nepal-Tibet border has a dangerous new twist. China says a massive lake formed by a mudslide is at high risk of breaching as more rain is forecast, raising fears of another flood surge downstream.

Chinese authorities have warned that an artificial lake formed by a massive mudslide on the China-Nepal border is at "high risk" of breaching, raising fears of another surge of floodwater downstream as rescue teams continue searching for more than 1,400 missing people. State-run Xinhua reported late Thursday (Aug 27) that continued rainfall could push inflows into the newly formed lake to around 3 million cubic metres over the next three days. "According to forecasts, inflows into the lake could reach about 3 million cubic meters over the next three days amid continued rainfall, increasing the risk of a breach that could send floodwaters downstream and potentially cause further damage in areas including Gyirong Port and elsewhere downstream," Xinhua reported. The warning adds a new layer of danger to a disaster that has already killed hundreds across the Nepal-Tibet border region. Also read | ‘Absolute pain’: Sadhguru breaks down over missing pilgrims in Nepal floods 'It is a giant graveyard': Death toll rises as rescue teams search through mud Rescue workers in Nepal continued digging through thick mud and debris on Thursday as the death toll rose to 392. Nepali police said 389 bodies had been recovered, while 910 people in Nepal remained out of contact, including 517 foreign tourists. The disaster swept away entire settlements, bridges, vehicles and other infrastructure in a sudden wall of water, ice and mud. A Nepali customs agent who survived after reaching higher ground in Timure described the destruction in stark terms. "It is a giant graveyard," 35-year-old Omkar Joshi told AFP. "All that is left are sand and pebbles, soaked red by human blood." More missing in Tibet The disaster has also hit communities and travellers on the Chinese side of the border. Chinese state media reported that the mudslide at Gyirong Port in Tibet killed three people, while 558 people, including 260 foreigners, remain missing. China said nearly 800 emergency workers had been deployed, along with sniffer dogs and speed boats. Premier Li Qiang also visited the affected area on Thursday to oversee the relief operation. Also read | Blankets, sleeping bags, solar lamps, more: List of things India sent to Nepal Fresh flood fears after debris blocks the river The newly formed lake is adding urgency to the rescue operation. Experts have warned that huge amounts of debris remain lodged upstream along the Nepal-China border river, creating the possibility of another flood. Qianggong Zhang, who heads climate and environmental risks at the Kathmandu-based International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development, said authorities were already worried that another surge could occur. Nepal's Flood Forecasting Division issued a special notice on Thursday warning of the growing lake behind the landslide debris and urging people to remain extremely cautious. 'Inland tsunami' struck the region The initial disaster has been described as resembling an inland tsunami. The US Geological Survey said the disaster was initially reported as a magnitude 4.4 earthquake but later analysis of seismic recordings indicated that it was actually caused by a glacial collapse and debris flow.

The tragic disaster on the Nepal-Tibet border has a dangerous new twist. China says a massive lake formed by a mudslide is at high risk of breaching as more rain is forecast, raising fears of another flood surge downstream.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday (Aug 27) rejected US President Donald Trump's move to rename Lake Ontario, saying the body of water will remain "Lake Ontario - then, now and always".Carney hit back after Trump signed an executive order on Thursday directing the US government to begin using "Lake America" for the lake shared by Canada and the United States. "We know that America is changing," Carney said in a post on X. “Canadians also know that naming reality means calling it Lake Ontario - then, now and always.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The name Lake Ontario comes from the Wendat word Ontari’io, which, appropriately, means “the lake is beautiful, the lake is big”. The name is more than 400 years old, predating both the Confederation of Canada and the Declaration of Independence of the United States of America.…&mdash; Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) <a href="https://x.com/MarkJCarney/status/2093066041286910329?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 27, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-mojtaba-khamenei-alive-dead-iran-war-putting-on-show-mystery-1787800507116">'If he is dead, they're putting on a pretty good show': Trump casts fresh doubt over Mojtaba Khamenei's fate</a><h2>Why Trump wants the name changed</h2>Trump's order directs the US Department of the Interior to update references to the lake in the country's official geographical naming system within 30 days and require federal agencies to use "Lake America".The order argues that the deepest part of the lake lies on the US side and that the United States therefore "claims most of the Lake's volume". Trump had floated the idea earlier this week before confirming the change in a video posted on TikTok.During Thursday's event, he also appeared to joke about going even further. "We have a gulf and we have a lake. Now all we need is an ocean," Trump said. "So, maybe we'll have to change the name of the Atlantic and/or the Pacific. Maybe we'll change them both." He also announced the name change on Truth Social.

<h2>Canada refuses to accept the change</h2>Lake Ontario is the smallest of the five Great Lakes by surface area and sits along the border between Canada's Ontario province and New York state in the US.Carney pointed to the lake's long history, saying its name dates back around 400 years and predates both the United States and Canada as modern states. He said the name comes from an Indigenous word referring to the lake as beautiful or large.Trump's latest move echoes his decision to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the "Gulf of America" in January 2025, a change that was also rejected by Mexico.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/oh-my-god-we-ve-found-other-agents-investigators-discover-not-one-or-two-almost-700-openai-ai-agents-went-rogue-hacked-hugging-face-1787793202974">'OH MY GOD! We've found other agents!': Investigators discover not one or two, almost 700 OpenAI AI agents went rogue, hacked Hugging Face</a><h2>Trade war adds to tensions</h2>The lake dispute comes as relations between Washington and Ottawa face another sharp downturn. Trade negotiations between the two countries broke down last week, leading to retaliatory tariffs and further tension between the longtime allies.Trump has repeatedly criticised Canada and has even pushed the idea of making it the 51st US state. His administration has also made territorial claims involving Greenland and has spoken about expanding US control elsewhere.&nbsp;

The Canada-US trade war has taken an unexpected turn. Donald Trump has ordered a new name for the lake shared by the two countries: Lake Ontario. But Canada is refusing to play along. All you need to know.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday (Aug 27) rejected US President Donald Trump's move to rename Lake Ontario, saying the body of water will remain "Lake Ontario - then, now and always". Carney hit back after Trump signed an executive order on Thursday directing the US government to begin using "Lake America" for the lake shared by Canada and the United States. "We know that America is changing," Carney said in a post on X. “Canadians also know that naming reality means calling it Lake Ontario - then, now and always.”

The Canada-US trade war has taken an unexpected turn. Donald Trump has ordered a new name for the lake shared by the two countries: Lake Ontario. But Canada is refusing to play along. All you need to know.

A strong 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck the Gulf of Aden early Friday (Aug 28) between Somalia and Yemen, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The shallow earthquake occurred at 12:07 am local time, or 9:07 pm GMT on Thursday, the USGS said. The epicentre was located about 145 kilometres off the coast of Somalia.<h2>Another agency records magnitude 6.2</h2>The reported strength of the earthquake varied slightly across monitoring agencies. The Egyptian Gazette reported a magnitude of 6.2, citing the GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences. According to the report, the quake struck the eastern Gulf of Aden at 2107 GMT on Thursday, corresponding to 1:07 am Gulf time and 6:07 am Beijing time on Friday.No information on casualties or damage is available yet.&nbsp;More to follow

A strong earthquake has struck the Gulf of Aden between Somalia and Yemen. The shallow 6.0-magnitude quake occurred early Friday, with the epicentre located about 145 kilometres off the Somali coast.

A strong 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck the Gulf of Aden early Friday (Aug 28) between Somalia and Yemen, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The shallow earthquake occurred at 12:07 am local time, or 9:07 pm GMT on Thursday, the USGS said. The epicentre was located about 145 kilometres off the coast of Somalia. Another agency records magnitude 6.2 The reported strength of the earthquake varied slightly across monitoring agencies. The Egyptian Gazette reported a magnitude of 6.2, citing the GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences. According to the report, the quake struck the eastern Gulf of Aden at 2107 GMT on Thursday, corresponding to 1:07 am Gulf time and 6:07 am Beijing time on Friday. No information on casualties or damage is available yet. More to follow

A strong earthquake has struck the Gulf of Aden between Somalia and Yemen. The shallow 6.0-magnitude quake occurred early Friday, with the epicentre located about 145 kilometres off the Somali coast.

The death toll from the devastating Nepal-Tibet flash floods climbed to 392 on Thursday, while 1,468 people are still reported missing on both sides of the border. Compounding the problem, a newly formed barrier lake threatens to unleash another surge downstream.&nbsp;&nbsp;The toll is expected to rise further as rescue operations are ongoing.&nbsp;India has been racing against time to trace 290 uncontactable nationals as rescue teams battled destroyed roads, washed-away bridges and mountains of mud and debris.&nbsp;The overwhelming destruction has left several villages cut off, and rescue teams are battling to reach people stranded in remote areas as both roads and bridges have been washed away.&nbsp;Homes, markets, and government buildings seem to have disappeared beneath mud and debris, with survivors recalling how entire neighbourhoods were wiped out within minutes.&nbsp;Of the 392 people killed in the disaster, 389 died in Nepal and three in neighbouring Tibet.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ex-union-minister-mukul-roy-s-daughter-in-law-missing-in-nepal-drdo-ex-chief-and-wife-stranded-1787847711884">Ex-Union Minister Mukul Roy’s daughter-in-law missing in Nepal; DRDO ex-chief and wife stranded</a><h2>796 people rescued from affected areas</h2>&nbsp;Nepal Police shared that 796 people, including 50 foreigners, had been rescued from the affected areas by helicopters, while another 796 had been evacuated by land. The police did not specify the nationalities of the foreigners.Nepal authorities reported 910 people missing, while officials in Tibet said another 558 people remained unaccounted for, taking the total number of missing people on the two sides of the border to 1,468.&nbsp;<h2>540 foreigners among 667 people missing: Tourism board</h2>&nbsp;The Nepalese Tourism Board said that 667 people are missing following the flash floods close to the Nepal-Tibet border. This includes 540 foreign nationals from 31 countries, as well as 127 Nepalese citizens, it added in a post on social media.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/top-law-institute-nlsiu-cancels-convocation-after-row-over-invite-to-cji-surya-kant-1787834694245">Top law institute NLSIU cancels convocation after row over invite to CJI Surya Kant</a>&nbsp;There are 178 Indian nationals missing, the highest of any country, along with 65 from the US, 53 from Ukraine, 51 from Malaysia, 35 from Australia and 33 from the UK.&nbsp;The tourism board also said that 31 foreign nationals from India, South Korea, the USA, Russia, Italy, Bulgaria and Switzerland have been rescued from the affected areas.&nbsp;In an earlier update, Nepal’s National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority said 910 people were missing and remained uncontactable after the floods.&nbsp;Both organisations have been providing differing figures through separate updates.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/un-nuclear-watchdog-chief-rafael-grossi-endorses-trump-s-plan-to-meet-kim-jong-un-1787859637436">UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi endorses Trump’s plan to meet Kim Jong Un</a>&nbsp;<h2>Around 90 US citizens unaccounted for after deadly floods</h2>&nbsp;About 90 US citizens remained unaccounted for in Nepal on Thursday, according to officials, with many believed to have been travelling to Mount Kailash in Tibet on pilgrimage.&nbsp;Rescuers struggled to move through thick mud and sludge while searching for survivors after floodwaters buried the lower floors of multi-storey buildings.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Nepal authorities have issued a fresh flood warning in Bhotekoshi River, citing satellite images that showed a lake had been formed at the site where the flood in Nepal occurred. The lake is rising and is at risk of bursting, the country’s disaster authority said on Thursday, as it appealed to residents and rescuers to stay away from the river banks.

The overwhelming destruction has left several villages cut off, and rescue teams are battling to reach people stranded in remote areas as both roads and bridges have been washed away. Homes, markets, and government buildings seem to have disappeared beneath mud and debris.

The death toll from the devastating Nepal-Tibet flash floods climbed to 392 on Thursday, while 1,468 people are still reported missing on both sides of the border. Compounding the problem, a newly formed barrier lake threatens to unleash another surge downstream. The toll is expected to rise further as rescue operations are ongoing. India has been racing against time to trace 290 uncontactable nationals as rescue teams battled destroyed roads, washed-away bridges and mountains of mud and debris. The overwhelming destruction has left several villages cut off, and rescue teams are battling to reach people stranded in remote areas as both roads and bridges have been washed away. Homes, markets, and government buildings seem to have disappeared beneath mud and debris, with survivors recalling how entire neighbourhoods were wiped out within minutes. Of the 392 people killed in the disaster, 389 died in Nepal and three in neighbouring Tibet. Also Read: Ex-Union Minister Mukul Roy’s daughter-in-law missing in Nepal; DRDO ex-chief and wife stranded 796 people rescued from affected areas Nepal Police shared that 796 people, including 50 foreigners, had been rescued from the affected areas by helicopters, while another 796 had been evacuated by land. The police did not specify the nationalities of the foreigners. Nepal authorities reported 910 people missing, while officials in Tibet said another 558 people remained unaccounted for, taking the total number of missing people on the two sides of the border to 1,468. 540 foreigners among 667 people missing: Tourism board The Nepalese Tourism Board said that 667 people are missing following the flash floods close to the Nepal-Tibet border. This includes 540 foreign nationals from 31 countries, as well as 127 Nepalese citizens, it added in a post on social media. Also Read: Top law institute NLSIU cancels convocation after row over invite to CJI Surya Kant There are 178 Indian nationals missing, the highest of any country, along with 65 from the US, 53 from Ukraine, 51 from Malaysia, 35 from Australia and 33 from the UK. The tourism board also said that 31 foreign nationals from India, South Korea, the USA, Russia, Italy, Bulgaria and Switzerland have been rescued from the affected areas. In an earlier update, Nepal’s National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority said 910 people were missing and remained uncontactable after the floods. Both organisations have been providing differing figures through separate updates. Also Read: UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi endorses Trump’s plan to meet Kim Jong Un Around 90 US citizens unaccounted for after deadly floods About 90 US citizens remained unaccounted for in Nepal on Thursday, according to officials, with many believed to have been travelling to Mount Kailash in Tibet on pilgrimage. Rescuers struggled to move through thick mud and sludge while searching for survivors after floodwaters buried the lower floors of multi-storey buildings. Meanwhile, Nepal authorities have issued a fresh flood warning in Bhotekoshi River, citing satellite images that showed a lake had been formed at the site where the flood in Nepal occurred. The lake is rising and is at risk of bursting, the country’s disaster authority said on Thursday, as it appealed to residents and rescuers to stay away from the river banks.

The overwhelming destruction has left several villages cut off, and rescue teams are battling to reach people stranded in remote areas as both roads and bridges have been washed away. Homes, markets, and government buildings seem to have disappeared beneath mud and debris.

Nepal flood death toll rises to 392; rescue teams battle mounds of mud and debris

The UN nuclear watchdog’s chief has thrown his weight behind a potential meeting between President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, saying, “It’s very important that they meet.”&nbsp;The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief Rafael Mariano Grossi, one of the world’s most respected arms control experts, endorsed the proposed meeting after Trump remarked last week that he plans to meet the North Korean leader later this year despite opposition and criticism from detractors who emphasise that Kim should not be granted the privilege of a leader-level meeting.&nbsp;<h2>‘Leaders need to see each other,’ says Grossi</h2>&nbsp;“Leaders need to see each other,” Rafael Mariano Grossi, director general of the IAEA, told The Washington Post in an interview.&nbsp;“The fact that I get along with him—that's a good thing, not a bad thing,” Trump told reporters last week. “He has 57 very powerful nuclear weapons.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ex-union-minister-mukul-roy-s-daughter-in-law-missing-in-nepal-drdo-ex-chief-and-wife-stranded-1787847711884">Ex-Union Minister Mukul Roy’s daughter-in-law missing in Nepal; DRDO ex-chief and wife stranded</a>&nbsp;Grossi, one of the world’s most respected arms control experts, backed the case for a dialogue, saying Kim’s reputation as a human rights abuser and autocrat shouldn’t preclude engagement.&nbsp;Grossi cited Trump’s effort to broker agreements between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as an example.&nbsp;<h2>‘Shaking hands is what diplomacy is for’</h2>&nbsp;“People say, ‘How can you be shaking hands with this?’ Shaking hands is what diplomacy is for,” Grossi said. “And then, after the handshake, there is hopefully a conversation, and in that conversation, which should be cordial and respectful, you are trying to get something done.”&nbsp;Grossi is also eyeing becoming the next secretary general of the United Nations in a highly competitive selection process that gives veto power to permanent members of the UN Security Council, including the United States.&nbsp;The second term of the ninth UN Secretary-General António Guterres is coming to an end on 31 December 2026.&nbsp;<h2>Grossi considered to be frontrunner for UN top post</h2>&nbsp;Grossi was nominated by Argentina on 26 November 2025. The 65-year-old career diplomat from Argentina has been a high-profile director general of the UN nuclear watchdog for the last six years.&nbsp;While the IAEA has long policed Iran’s nuclear programme, Grossi led negotiations aimed at salvaging parts of a 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and major powers after US President Donald Trump’s decision to pull the United States out of it in 2018.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/top-law-institute-nlsiu-cancels-convocation-after-row-over-invite-to-cji-surya-kant-1787834694245">Top law institute NLSIU cancels convocation after row over invite to CJI Surya Kant</a>&nbsp;Grossi’s one notable success was getting an IAEA team stationed at the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine.&nbsp;Many diplomats consider him to be the frontrunner after his years spent trying to keep onside the five permanent members of the UN Security Council, whose backing is crucial for the top job. However, Russia has expressed reservations about his campaign. Eight candidates have been nominated so far.&nbsp;&nbsp;Grossi made his pitch for the job, saying, “I’m the only one in the race that is dealing with real peace and security issues and has been working with all the major players and other countries on this.”

IAEA chief Rafael Mariano Grossi, one of the world’s most respected arms control experts, backed the case for a dialogue between President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, saying the latter’s reputation as a human rights abuser and autocrat shouldn’t preclude engagement.

The UN nuclear watchdog’s chief has thrown his weight behind a potential meeting between President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, saying, “It’s very important that they meet.” The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) chief Rafael Mariano Grossi, one of the world’s most respected arms control experts, endorsed the proposed meeting after Trump remarked last week that he plans to meet the North Korean leader later this year despite opposition and criticism from detractors who emphasise that Kim should not be granted the privilege of a leader-level meeting. ‘Leaders need to see each other,’ says Grossi “Leaders need to see each other,” Rafael Mariano Grossi, director general of the IAEA, told The Washington Post in an interview. “The fact that I get along with him—that's a good thing, not a bad thing,” Trump told reporters last week. “He has 57 very powerful nuclear weapons.” Also Read: Ex-Union Minister Mukul Roy’s daughter-in-law missing in Nepal; DRDO ex-chief and wife stranded Grossi, one of the world’s most respected arms control experts, backed the case for a dialogue, saying Kim’s reputation as a human rights abuser and autocrat shouldn’t preclude engagement. Grossi cited Trump’s effort to broker agreements between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as an example. ‘Shaking hands is what diplomacy is for’ “People say, ‘How can you be shaking hands with this?’ Shaking hands is what diplomacy is for,” Grossi said. “And then, after the handshake, there is hopefully a conversation, and in that conversation, which should be cordial and respectful, you are trying to get something done.” Grossi is also eyeing becoming the next secretary general of the United Nations in a highly competitive selection process that gives veto power to permanent members of the UN Security Council, including the United States. The second term of the ninth UN Secretary-General António Guterres is coming to an end on 31 December 2026. Grossi considered to be frontrunner for UN top post Grossi was nominated by Argentina on 26 November 2025. The 65-year-old career diplomat from Argentina has been a high-profile director general of the UN nuclear watchdog for the last six years. While the IAEA has long policed Iran’s nuclear programme, Grossi led negotiations aimed at salvaging parts of a 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and major powers after US President Donald Trump’s decision to pull the United States out of it in 2018. Also Read: Top law institute NLSIU cancels convocation after row over invite to CJI Surya Kant Grossi’s one notable success was getting an IAEA team stationed at the Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine. Many diplomats consider him to be the frontrunner after his years spent trying to keep onside the five permanent members of the UN Security Council, whose backing is crucial for the top job. However, Russia has expressed reservations about his campaign. Eight candidates have been nominated so far. Grossi made his pitch for the job, saying, “I’m the only one in the race that is dealing with real peace and security issues and has been working with all the major players and other countries on this.”

IAEA chief Rafael Mariano Grossi, one of the world’s most respected arms control experts, backed the case for a dialogue between President Donald Trump and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, saying the latter’s reputation as a human rights abuser and autocrat shouldn’t preclude engagement.

UN nuclear watchdog chief Rafael Grossi endorses Trump’s plan to meet Kim Jong Un

Ties between the decades-old partners, the United States and Canada, have hit a new low under President Donald Trump after he announced that Lake Ontario, a large waterbody shared by the neighbouring countries, would be renamed Lake America.&nbsp;Trump signed an order at the White House to change the name, in a move that comes amid a spiralling trade war between the world's largest economy and its northern neighbour.&nbsp;"We're going to be changing the name of Lake Ontario effective immediately to Lake America," the 80-year-old Republican told reporters in the Oval Office.&nbsp;The US President also described Canadians as "nasty people" who treated America "very badly".Later, the White House announced on X, "EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: Lake Ontario is renamed to LAKE AMERICA!."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-spies-sleeper-cells-india-s400-operation-sindoor-1787852660782">Pakistan activated spies, sleeper cells to hunt for India’s S-400 in Operation Sindoor: Former Air Marshal Jitendra Mishra</a><h3>Trump draws comparison with Gulf of America</h3>The name change, which Canada is unlikely to accept, mirrors Trump's decision to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America in January 2025.&nbsp;"The lake change, Lake of America, was something I've been thinking about for a long time, actually. As you know, we took something called the Gulf of Mexico, we changed it, and now it's very routinely the Gulf of America," Trump said.&nbsp;"So, if you think about it, we have a Gulf, and we have a lake. Now all we need is an ocean. So, maybe we'll have to change the name of the Atlantic and/or the Pacific. Maybe we'll change them both."<h3>US-Canada trade war deepens</h3>The announcement came against the backdrop of growing tensions between Washington and Ottawa over trade talks. The negotiations collapsed last week, prompting Trump to impose 50 per cent duties on Canadian goods.&nbsp;Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney retaliated with counter tariffs on US goods ranging between 15 and 50 per cent after saying he would match the measures "dollar for dollar".&nbsp;Canada's Finance Minister Francois Philippe Champagne described the US tariffs as "an unprecedented challenge imposed on Canada. But Canada will meet the moment".&nbsp;"I think what Canadians can see this morning is that we stand united," he added.

US President Donald Trump ordered Lake Ontario to be renamed “Lake America” as tensions between Washington and Ottawa deepen amid an escalating trade war.

Ties between the decades-old partners, the United States and Canada, have hit a new low under President Donald Trump after he announced that Lake Ontario, a large waterbody shared by the neighbouring countries, would be renamed Lake America. Trump signed an order at the White House to change the name, in a move that comes amid a spiralling trade war between the world's largest economy and its northern neighbour. "We're going to be changing the name of Lake Ontario effective immediately to Lake America," the 80-year-old Republican told reporters in the Oval Office. The US President also described Canadians as "nasty people" who treated America "very badly". Later, the White House announced on X, "EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: Lake Ontario is renamed to LAKE AMERICA!." Also Read: Pakistan activated spies, sleeper cells to hunt for India’s S-400 in Operation Sindoor: Former Air Marshal Jitendra Mishra Trump draws comparison with Gulf of America The name change, which Canada is unlikely to accept, mirrors Trump's decision to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the Gulf of America in January 2025. "The lake change, Lake of America, was something I've been thinking about for a long time, actually. As you know, we took something called the Gulf of Mexico, we changed it, and now it's very routinely the Gulf of America," Trump said. "So, if you think about it, we have a Gulf, and we have a lake. Now all we need is an ocean. So, maybe we'll have to change the name of the Atlantic and/or the Pacific. Maybe we'll change them both." US-Canada trade war deepens The announcement came against the backdrop of growing tensions between Washington and Ottawa over trade talks. The negotiations collapsed last week, prompting Trump to impose 50 per cent duties on Canadian goods. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney retaliated with counter tariffs on US goods ranging between 15 and 50 per cent after saying he would match the measures "dollar for dollar". Canada's Finance Minister Francois Philippe Champagne described the US tariffs as "an unprecedented challenge imposed on Canada. But Canada will meet the moment". "I think what Canadians can see this morning is that we stand united," he added.

US President Donald Trump ordered Lake Ontario to be renamed “Lake America” as tensions between Washington and Ottawa deepen amid an escalating trade war.

US-Canada ties hit new low: Trump renames Lake Ontario ‘Lake America’

One of the most heartbreaking and high-profile criminal cases in recent history reached its climax inside Plymouth Superior Court as jury deliberations began in the Lindsay Clancy triple-murder trial. Clancy, 36, a former labor and delivery nurse from Duxbury, Massachusetts, faces charges of first-degree murder for the January 24, 2023, strangulation deaths of her three young children: Cora, 5; Dawson, 3; and 8-month-old Callan. Following the attack, Clancy attempted suicide by jumping from a second-story window, a fall that left her permanently paralysed from the waist down.&nbsp;Because the defence has never disputed that Clancy physically committed the acts, the trial centers entirely on whether she was criminally responsible namely, whether she was legally sane at the time of the killings.&nbsp;<h2>Who is Lindsay Clancy?</h2>&nbsp;Lindsay Clancy is a 36-year-old resident of Duxbury, Massachusetts, who previously worked as a labor and delivery nurse at a Boston hospital. She was married to Patrick Clancy, with whom she had three children: Cora, Dawson, and Callan. Up until the tragedy on January 24, 2023, she had no criminal record. Prior to the events, Clancy had been seeking intensive treatment for severe postpartum depression, anxiety, insomnia, and dark thoughts, visiting multiple clinics and being prescribed numerous psychiatric medications in the months leading up to January 2023.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jury-to-deliberate-in-tragic-lindsay-clancy-postpartum-psychosis-murder-trial-1787853888572">Jury to deliberate in tragic Lindsay Clancy postpartum psychosis murder trial</a>&nbsp;<h2>What is Postpartum Psychosis?</h2>&nbsp;Postpartum psychosis is a rare, severe, and emergency mental health condition that affects new mothers, occurring in roughly 1 to 2 out of every 1,000 births. Unlike postpartum depression or baby blues, postpartum psychosis involves a sudden loss of touch with reality. Onset symptoms typically begin rapidly, often within the first few days or weeks after childbirth, though experts note it can sometimes manifest later. The condition is marked by extreme confusion, severe mood swings, paranoia, delusions, and hallucinations.&nbsp;The illness severely alters a mother's perception and behavior, putting both the mother and the infant at grave risk of self-harm or violence without emergency psychiatric intervention.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Defence Argues: Postpartum Psychosis and Overmedication</h2>&nbsp;Throughout the trial, defense attorney Kevin Reddington argued that Clancy was suffering from severe postpartum psychosis, deep depression, and extreme overmedication. The defense presented medical experts, including Dr. Phillip Resnick, who testified that Clancy was acting under "command hallucinations"—a psychotic voice instructing her to kill her children and then herself. Defense witnesses detailed her chaotic psychiatric history in the weeks leading up to the deaths, including frantic journal entries describing severe "brain fog," sleep deprivation, and a changing regimen of over a dozen prescribed medications.&nbsp;<h2>Prosecution Argues: Intent, Planning, and Control</h2>&nbsp;Conversely, prosecution attorneys depicted Clancy as a methodical, intentional killer who planned the attack. Prosecutors pointed to evidence showing Clancy calculatedly sent her husband on an errand to pick up takeout dinner and a pharmacy prescription to create a brief window where she would be left alone with the children. Prosecution expert Dr Gregory Saathoff testified that he did not find credible evidence of command hallucinations, arguing that Clancy’s organised steps indicated she retained full control of her actions and knew what she was doing was wrong.National Impact and Potential Verdicts&nbsp;The tragedy has sparked national debate regarding maternal mental health care and how the medical system evaluates postpartum conditions. Crowds of supporters routinely gathered outside the courthouse, wearing pink to draw attention to postpartum psychosis awareness.If convicted of first-degree murder, Clancy faces a mandatory sentence of life in prison without parole. If found not guilty by reason of insanity (NGRI), she will be committed indefinitely to a state psychiatric hospital.

Who is Lindsay Clancy? As a jury deliberates in the high-profile Massachusetts murder trial, learn the key facts behind the case and the postpartum psychosis defense.

One of the most heartbreaking and high-profile criminal cases in recent history reached its climax inside Plymouth Superior Court as jury deliberations began in the Lindsay Clancy triple-murder trial. Clancy, 36, a former labor and delivery nurse from Duxbury, Massachusetts, faces charges of first-degree murder for the January 24, 2023, strangulation deaths of her three young children: Cora, 5; Dawson, 3; and 8-month-old Callan. Following the attack, Clancy attempted suicide by jumping from a second-story window, a fall that left her permanently paralysed from the waist down. Because the defence has never disputed that Clancy physically committed the acts, the trial centers entirely on whether she was criminally responsible namely, whether she was legally sane at the time of the killings. Who is Lindsay Clancy? Lindsay Clancy is a 36-year-old resident of Duxbury, Massachusetts, who previously worked as a labor and delivery nurse at a Boston hospital. She was married to Patrick Clancy, with whom she had three children: Cora, Dawson, and Callan. Up until the tragedy on January 24, 2023, she had no criminal record. Prior to the events, Clancy had been seeking intensive treatment for severe postpartum depression, anxiety, insomnia, and dark thoughts, visiting multiple clinics and being prescribed numerous psychiatric medications in the months leading up to January 2023. Also read: Jury to deliberate in tragic Lindsay Clancy postpartum psychosis murder trial What is Postpartum Psychosis? Postpartum psychosis is a rare, severe, and emergency mental health condition that affects new mothers, occurring in roughly 1 to 2 out of every 1,000 births. Unlike postpartum depression or baby blues, postpartum psychosis involves a sudden loss of touch with reality. Onset symptoms typically begin rapidly, often within the first few days or weeks after childbirth, though experts note it can sometimes manifest later. The condition is marked by extreme confusion, severe mood swings, paranoia, delusions, and hallucinations. The illness severely alters a mother's perception and behavior, putting both the mother and the infant at grave risk of self-harm or violence without emergency psychiatric intervention. Defence Argues: Postpartum Psychosis and Overmedication Throughout the trial, defense attorney Kevin Reddington argued that Clancy was suffering from severe postpartum psychosis, deep depression, and extreme overmedication. The defense presented medical experts, including Dr. Phillip Resnick, who testified that Clancy was acting under "command hallucinations"—a psychotic voice instructing her to kill her children and then herself. Defense witnesses detailed her chaotic psychiatric history in the weeks leading up to the deaths, including frantic journal entries describing severe "brain fog," sleep deprivation, and a changing regimen of over a dozen prescribed medications. Prosecution Argues: Intent, Planning, and Control Conversely, prosecution attorneys depicted Clancy as a methodical, intentional killer who planned the attack. Prosecutors pointed to evidence showing Clancy calculatedly sent her husband on an errand to pick up takeout dinner and a pharmacy prescription to create a brief window where she would be left alone with the children. Prosecution expert Dr Gregory Saathoff testified that he did not find credible evidence of command hallucinations, arguing that Clancy’s organised steps indicated she retained full control of her actions and knew what she was doing was wrong. National Impact and Potential Verdicts The tragedy has sparked national debate regarding maternal mental health care and how the medical system evaluates postpartum conditions. Crowds of supporters routinely gathered outside the courthouse, wearing pink to draw attention to postpartum psychosis awareness. If convicted of first-degree murder, Clancy faces a mandatory sentence of life in prison without parole. If found not guilty by reason of insanity (NGRI), she will be committed indefinitely to a state psychiatric hospital.

Who is Lindsay Clancy? As a jury deliberates in the high-profile Massachusetts murder trial, learn the key facts behind the case and the postpartum psychosis defense.

Who is Lindsay Clancy? All we know about postpartum psychosis murder trial

Amid war with Iran, the Israeli army is facing budget crunch that is affecting military readiness, said Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir on Thursday (Aug 27). During a multi-front situational assessment, Zamir said, "Unfortunately, these days we are also facing a challenge regarding the IDF’s budget."“At a time when the IDF and its personnel are operating on all fronts, we must deal with a lack of funds. Such a situation harms the IDF’s readiness,” he further said, according to an army statement.&nbsp;The statement by the Chief of Staff comes at a time when Israel’s Defense and Finance ministries are locked in a dispute over additional military funding.&nbsp;According to reports in Israeli media, the army is facing a budget shortfall of around 40 billion shekels ($12.3 billion), largely due to continued operational expenses and reserve-duty costs.&nbsp;Military procurement programs, including planned acquisitions of fighter jets and munitions has also been impacted by the "budget shortfall".&nbsp;ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ratko-mladi-bosnian-serb-general-behind-srebrenica-massacre-dies-aged-84-1787851265560">Ratko Mladić, Bosnian-Serb general behind Srebrenica massacre dies aged 84</a>&nbsp;Israel’s 2026 defense budget was set at around 143 billion shekels, including funding for military operations.&nbsp;That's not all, Israel is facing shortage in troop numbers too as reservists, exhausted from war, are failing to turn up for duty, reported Times of Israel in May.&nbsp;War on multiple fronts are putting a huge mental, political, and financial strain on Israel's reservists soldiers, according to experts. Hundreds of reservists have reportedly ignored summons for duty.&nbsp;The military has repeatedly warned that it is currently short about 12,000 standing army soldiers, a shortfall it expects to widen further when mandatory service is shortened at the beginning of 2027, reported Times of Israel.&nbsp;IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir has on several occasions requested the government to again extend mandatory military service for men to 36 months, after it was shortened to 30 months in August 2024.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The statement by the Chief of Staff comes at a time when Israel’s Defense and Finance ministries are locked in a dispute over additional military funding.

Amid war with Iran, the Israeli army is facing budget crunch that is affecting military readiness, said Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir on Thursday (Aug 27). During a multi-front situational assessment, Zamir said, "Unfortunately, these days we are also facing a challenge regarding the IDF’s budget." “At a time when the IDF and its personnel are operating on all fronts, we must deal with a lack of funds. Such a situation harms the IDF’s readiness,” he further said, according to an army statement. The statement by the Chief of Staff comes at a time when Israel’s Defense and Finance ministries are locked in a dispute over additional military funding. According to reports in Israeli media, the army is facing a budget shortfall of around 40 billion shekels ($12.3 billion), largely due to continued operational expenses and reserve-duty costs. Military procurement programs, including planned acquisitions of fighter jets and munitions has also been impacted by the "budget shortfall". ALSO READ: Ratko Mladić, Bosnian-Serb general behind Srebrenica massacre dies aged 84 Israel’s 2026 defense budget was set at around 143 billion shekels, including funding for military operations. That's not all, Israel is facing shortage in troop numbers too as reservists, exhausted from war, are failing to turn up for duty, reported Times of Israel in May. War on multiple fronts are putting a huge mental, political, and financial strain on Israel's reservists soldiers, according to experts. Hundreds of reservists have reportedly ignored summons for duty. The military has repeatedly warned that it is currently short about 12,000 standing army soldiers, a shortfall it expects to widen further when mandatory service is shortened at the beginning of 2027, reported Times of Israel. IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir has on several occasions requested the government to again extend mandatory military service for men to 36 months, after it was shortened to 30 months in August 2024.

The statement by the Chief of Staff comes at a time when Israel’s Defense and Finance ministries are locked in a dispute over additional military funding.

IDF under pressure: Israel grapples with growing troop shortage, budget shortfall

The high-profile murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother accused of killing her three young children in January 2023, has reached its critical final phase as jury deliberations draw near. Clancy, 36, a former labour and delivery nurse, has admitted to strangling her daughter Cora, 5, and sons Dawson, 3, and Callan, 8 months, inside their Duxbury home. Following the attack, she attempted suicide by jumping from a second-story window, a fall that left her paralysed from the waist down. However, the central issue before the Plymouth Superior Court is not whether Clancy committed the acts, but whether she can be held criminally responsible for them under state law.&nbsp;Throughout the trial, defence attorney Kevin Reddington argued that a combination of undiagnosed bipolar disorder and postpartum psychosis severely incapacitated Clancy. Defence medical experts presented evidence showing that in the months leading up to the tragedy, Clancy had sought intensive psychiatric help, keeping frantic journal entries describing "brain fog," severe insomnia, and overwhelming anxiety. During that time, clinicians had prescribed her a shifting regimen of 13 different psychiatric medications. Expert witness Dr Phillip Resnick testified that Clancy acted under a “command hallucination” a voice compelling her to kill her children and then herself, leaving her in a dreamlike state without self-control.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/iit-delhi-student-death-31-year-old-allegedly-dies-by-suicide-on-campus-1787398358798">IIT Delhi student death: 31-year-old allegedly dies by suicide on campus</a>&nbsp;Conversely, state prosecutors argued that Clancy acted intentionally and methodically. Prosecutors pointed to the timeline of the evening, noting she specifically requested her husband run an errand to pick up dinner, creating a brief window of opportunity alone with the children. Prosecution psychiatric expert Dr Gregory Saathoff testified that while Clancy suffered from depression and insomnia, her calculated actions indicated she retained control and was capable of distinguishing right from wrong.&nbsp;The proceedings faced drama in their final days when the defence moved for a mistrial after a prosecution psychologist mentioned Clancy’s Roman Catholic faith. Judge Sullivan denied the motion but instructed jurors to completely disregard any testimony regarding religion. With the prosecution resting its rebuttal case, closing arguments are set to conclude the trial. Jurors will soon deliberate whether to find Clancy guilty of first-degree murder, carrying a potential sentence of life without parole or not guilty by reason of insanity, an outcome that would place her in a secure mental health facility indefinitely.

Jurors begin deliberations in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, accused of killing her three children as the court weighs evidence of postpartum psychosis versus premeditation.

The high-profile murder trial of Lindsay Clancy, the Massachusetts mother accused of killing her three young children in January 2023, has reached its critical final phase as jury deliberations draw near. Clancy, 36, a former labour and delivery nurse, has admitted to strangling her daughter Cora, 5, and sons Dawson, 3, and Callan, 8 months, inside their Duxbury home. Following the attack, she attempted suicide by jumping from a second-story window, a fall that left her paralysed from the waist down. However, the central issue before the Plymouth Superior Court is not whether Clancy committed the acts, but whether she can be held criminally responsible for them under state law. Throughout the trial, defence attorney Kevin Reddington argued that a combination of undiagnosed bipolar disorder and postpartum psychosis severely incapacitated Clancy. Defence medical experts presented evidence showing that in the months leading up to the tragedy, Clancy had sought intensive psychiatric help, keeping frantic journal entries describing "brain fog," severe insomnia, and overwhelming anxiety. During that time, clinicians had prescribed her a shifting regimen of 13 different psychiatric medications. Expert witness Dr Phillip Resnick testified that Clancy acted under a “command hallucination” a voice compelling her to kill her children and then herself, leaving her in a dreamlike state without self-control. Also read: IIT Delhi student death: 31-year-old allegedly dies by suicide on campus Conversely, state prosecutors argued that Clancy acted intentionally and methodically. Prosecutors pointed to the timeline of the evening, noting she specifically requested her husband run an errand to pick up dinner, creating a brief window of opportunity alone with the children. Prosecution psychiatric expert Dr Gregory Saathoff testified that while Clancy suffered from depression and insomnia, her calculated actions indicated she retained control and was capable of distinguishing right from wrong. The proceedings faced drama in their final days when the defence moved for a mistrial after a prosecution psychologist mentioned Clancy’s Roman Catholic faith. Judge Sullivan denied the motion but instructed jurors to completely disregard any testimony regarding religion. With the prosecution resting its rebuttal case, closing arguments are set to conclude the trial. Jurors will soon deliberate whether to find Clancy guilty of first-degree murder, carrying a potential sentence of life without parole or not guilty by reason of insanity, an outcome that would place her in a secure mental health facility indefinitely.

Jurors begin deliberations in the trial of Lindsay Clancy, accused of killing her three children as the court weighs evidence of postpartum psychosis versus premeditation.

Jury to deliberate in tragic Lindsay Clancy postpartum psychosis murder trial

Weapons stockpiles depleted…US Intelligence sites hit...no regime change or commitment on enriched uranium...and yet, Trump believes US is winning big against Iran. He attributed this to its economy falling apart due to massive inflation.&nbsp;While Iran is refusing to buckle under pressure, the US President is in a different zone altogether...&nbsp;Take a look at this...&nbsp;Trump posted an AI-generated image of himself with the caption 'Mission Accomplished', alongside Iran's assassinated ex-supreme leader Ali Khamenei's photo.&nbsp;The post also contains a photo of George Bush, taking a dig at America's unaccomplished mission in Afghanistan.&nbsp;However, this completely sidesteps the fact that the Iran War has failed to achieve its objectives.&nbsp;Now, a new report has revealed how Trump ignored intel warnings that starting a war against Iran could backfire.&nbsp;According to the Wall Street Journal, Tulsi Gabbard, who served as the Director of National Intelligence until May, warned Trump about commencing strikes on Iran.&nbsp;She reportedly told him that killing Ali Khamenei would only usher in a more authoritarian government in Iran, which is more likely to seek weapons of mass destruction.&nbsp;This is not all.&nbsp;Gabbard also cautioned the US President that Iran might respond by shutting off the Strait of Hormuz and retaliating against America's allies in West Asia.&nbsp;This is exactly what panned out during the war.&nbsp;According to this report, Trump was also informed by the US military top brass that the proposed operation would imply casualties, dwindling munition supplies and overstretched resources.&nbsp;&nbsp;

While US Vice President JD Vance also reportedly advised Trump against embarking on the war, the US President was ultimately persuaded by the arguments put forth by his secretary of war, Pete Hegseth, and other officials. At a congressional hearing in March, Gabbard herself testified that the regime in Iran appears to be intact. While it is a known fact how Iran targeted multiple US air bases in West Asia, a recent NBC report also threw light on the unprecedented damage caused to US intelligence facilities and surveillance equipment. According to the report, the sites hit by Iranian missile and drone attacks included a Riyadh CIA station and a site in eastern Iraq. Additionally, billions of dollars will be required to repair this damage. Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts continue in full force. After the Pakistani army chief and Omani foreign minister, Qatar's prime minister Al Thani also visited Tehran, where he held talks with Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi. Qatar stated that this visit is aimed at addressing ways to de-escalate tensions in West Asia and ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. However, with US President Donald Trump making it clear that he is in no hurry to resume talks with Iran, uncertainty in the region is set to persist.

Tulsi Gabbard, who served as the Director of National Intelligence until May, warned Trump about commencing strikes on Iran. She reportedly told him that killing Ali Khamenei would only usher in a more authoritarian government in Iran, which is more likely to seek weapons of mass destruction.

Weapons stockpiles depleted…US Intelligence sites hit...no regime change or commitment on enriched uranium...and yet, Trump believes US is winning big against Iran. He attributed this to its economy falling apart due to massive inflation. While Iran is refusing to buckle under pressure, the US President is in a different zone altogether... Take a look at this... Trump posted an AI-generated image of himself with the caption 'Mission Accomplished', alongside Iran's assassinated ex-supreme leader Ali Khamenei's photo. The post also contains a photo of George Bush, taking a dig at America's unaccomplished mission in Afghanistan. However, this completely sidesteps the fact that the Iran War has failed to achieve its objectives. Now, a new report has revealed how Trump ignored intel warnings that starting a war against Iran could backfire. According to the Wall Street Journal, Tulsi Gabbard, who served as the Director of National Intelligence until May, warned Trump about commencing strikes on Iran. She reportedly told him that killing Ali Khamenei would only usher in a more authoritarian government in Iran, which is more likely to seek weapons of mass destruction. This is not all. Gabbard also cautioned the US President that Iran might respond by shutting off the Strait of Hormuz and retaliating against America's allies in West Asia. This is exactly what panned out during the war. According to this report, Trump was also informed by the US military top brass that the proposed operation would imply casualties, dwindling munition supplies and overstretched resources.

Tulsi Gabbard, who served as the Director of National Intelligence until May, warned Trump about commencing strikes on Iran. She reportedly told him that killing Ali Khamenei would only usher in a more authoritarian government in Iran, which is more likely to seek weapons of mass destruction.

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Former Sri Lankan Finance Minister Ali Sabry has credited Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman with turning the tide in Colombo’s favour during a crucial meeting with International Monetary Fund (IMF) representatives over Sri Lanka’s economic crisis.&nbsp;Speaking about the negotiations that led to Sri Lanka’s IMF programme, Sabry said India’s support went beyond diplomatic goodwill. Sri Lanka was facing severe economic problems at the time, including foreign exchange shortages, high inflation and shortages of fuel and medicines.&nbsp;India was among the first countries to provide emergency financial support to Sri Lanka during the 2022 crisis. It extended billions of dollars in credit lines to help the country meet essential import needs. Sabry said India’s early support sent a strong message to the international community about Colombo’s ability to pursue an economic recovery.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Sri Lanka’s former Finance Minister Ali Sabry reveals how the IMF was initially reluctant to provide assistance to Sri Lanka during its 2022 economic crisis. He says India and FM <a href="https://x.com/nsitharaman?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nsitharaman</a> stepped in, with Nirmala Sitharaman meeting IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva and pushing… <a href="https://t.co/ImhXN6bNpv">pic.twitter.com/ImhXN6bNpv</a>&mdash; Facts (@BefittingFacts) <a href="https://x.com/BefittingFacts/status/2092634468200902744?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 26, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/delimitation-row-congress-calls-for-lok-sabha-strength-to-be-frozen-at-543-for-25-years-1787842624022">Delimitation row: Congress calls for Lok Sabha strength to be frozen at 543 for 25 years</a><h3>Sabry recalls tense IMF talks</h3>Sabry said he faced a difficult response when he travelled to Washington for discussions with IMF officials. He said the organisation’s regional directors remained doubtful about Sri Lanka’s ability to secure support.&nbsp;“When I went to Washington, I had a meeting with the regional directors, and they were very negative about Sri Lanka. They said 16 times this has happened. I was disappointed. You know, for the first time, we are trying to tell different things. They were not willing to listen. I thought they lacked empathy,” he said.&nbsp;Sabry was scheduled to meet IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva and IMF Deputy Managing Director Gita Gopinath at 03.00 pm. Before that meeting, he met Sitharaman for lunch.<h3>Sitharaman steps in before crucial meeting</h3>Sabry said he told Sitharaman that his discussions with IMF officials had not gone well. He said she then assured him that she would speak to Georgieva before his meeting.&nbsp;“In between this meeting, something happened. I had lunch with Nirmala Sitharaman. She asked me, Minister, how did the meeting go? I said, not that great. I said they were kind of reluctant and had a lot of issues. She said Don’t worry, I will meet Kristalina Georgieva before you. I will put a word,” he said.Sabry said the atmosphere changed significantly when he later met the IMF leadership.&nbsp;“When I went for the meeting with the IMF Managing Director, which is one of the most crucial meetings for me, the tone, the approach, the environment, everything had changed. Kristalina Georgieva told me that she had just finished a meeting with Nirmala Sitharaman, and 70-80% of the meeting was not about India, but Sri Lanka, he said.&nbsp;Sabry said the episode became an important foundation for Sri Lanka’s economic recovery.

Former Sri Lankan Finance Minister Ali Sabry revealed how Nirmala Sitharaman's intervention during crucial IMF talks helped turn the tide in Sri Lanka's favour and laid the foundation for its economic recovery.

Former Sri Lankan Finance Minister Ali Sabry has credited Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman with turning the tide in Colombo’s favour during a crucial meeting with International Monetary Fund (IMF) representatives over Sri Lanka’s economic crisis. Speaking about the negotiations that led to Sri Lanka’s IMF programme, Sabry said India’s support went beyond diplomatic goodwill. Sri Lanka was facing severe economic problems at the time, including foreign exchange shortages, high inflation and shortages of fuel and medicines. India was among the first countries to provide emergency financial support to Sri Lanka during the 2022 crisis. It extended billions of dollars in credit lines to help the country meet essential import needs. Sabry said India’s early support sent a strong message to the international community about Colombo’s ability to pursue an economic recovery.

Former Sri Lankan Finance Minister Ali Sabry revealed how Nirmala Sitharaman's intervention during crucial IMF talks helped turn the tide in Sri Lanka's favour and laid the foundation for its economic recovery.

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A Nepali journalists' collective has alleged that the August 26, 2026 flash flood in the country's Rasuwa district was a ‘purposeful ecological disaster’ triggered by the construction activities carried out by the Chinese in the adjoining border region. It alleges that Chinese Xiaokang settlements trigger avalanches annually on the China-Nepal border, resulting in flash floods.The post was made by Nepal Correspondence, which calls itself a “platform for investigative journalism”.“Ecological disaster caused by Chinese Xiaokang settlements in Glacial altitudes now triggers avalanches annually on China- #Nepal border resulting in flash floods,” wrote the collective in a social media thread.“Today’s flood was triggered near Gyrong town in occupied #Tibet which has been constructed by cutting hills. The town itself has been constructed on the natural course of Trishuli river. The damage to sensitive ecosystem on glacial peaks now result in avalanches on annual basis causing flash floods in Nepal causing extensive loss to life and property."Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mohan-bhagwat-new-york-event-x-suspends-ahead-forum-account-1787840865596">X restores account of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s event organiser after brief suspension</a>"The Gyrong port constructed on <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Rasuwa?src=hashtag_click">#Rasuwa</a> border has also been constructed by China purposefully on the river confluence which increases the velocity of the river. towards Nepali territory. This is not only a purposeful ecological disaster but is cruel too.<a href="https://x.com/PM_nepal_">@PM_nepal_</a> must take up this matter with <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/China?src=hashtag_click">#China</a> which is destroying ecosystem across the entire border causing irreparable damage to Himalayas.”&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">𝗔𝗩𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗛𝗘 𝗖𝗔𝗨𝗦𝗘𝗗 𝗗𝗨𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗡𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗜𝗡 𝗛𝗜𝗠𝗔𝗟𝗔𝗬𝗔𝗦 𝗖𝗔𝗨𝗦𝗘𝗗 𝗧𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗬’𝗦 𝗙𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗗 Ecological disaster caused by Chinese Xiaokang settlements in Glacial altitudes now trigger avalanches annually on China- <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/Nepal?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Nepal</a> 1/4 <a href="https://t.co/yZvoqjP8uQ">pic.twitter.com/yZvoqjP8uQ</a>&mdash; Nepal Correspondence (@NepCorres) <a href="https://x.com/NepCorres/status/2092566792086437943?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 26, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

China has denied these accusations, saying that the glacier collapsed on the Nepali side and it caused significant casualties on both Nepali and Chinese sides of the Gyirong-Rasuwagadhi border region.In a statement on Facebook, the Chinese embassy in Nepal said, "An earthquake or earthquake-like glacier collapse occurred on the Nepali side on the morning of August 26, triggering huge mudslides, which caused significant casualties and left people missing on both the Nepali and Chinese sides of the Gyirong-Rasuwagadhi border region.”These allegations could not be verified, and there is no scientific peer-reviewed study on the impact of the Chinese Xiaokang settlements. Notably, a similar flash flood struck the same Bhotekoshi and Trishuli river corridor in Rasuwa on July 8, 2025. However, this year it was larger in scale and more devastating.&nbsp;

A Nepali journalists’ collective has alleged that Chinese construction triggered the deadly Rasuwa flash floods, while Beijing blamed a glacier collapse in Nepal.t

A Nepali journalists' collective has alleged that the August 26, 2026 flash flood in the country's Rasuwa district was a ‘purposeful ecological disaster’ triggered by the construction activities carried out by the Chinese in the adjoining border region. It alleges that Chinese Xiaokang settlements trigger avalanches annually on the China-Nepal border, resulting in flash floods. The post was made by Nepal Correspondence, which calls itself a “platform for investigative journalism”. “Ecological disaster caused by Chinese Xiaokang settlements in Glacial altitudes now triggers avalanches annually on China- #Nepal border resulting in flash floods,” wrote the collective in a social media thread. “Today’s flood was triggered near Gyrong town in occupied #Tibet which has been constructed by cutting hills. The town itself has been constructed on the natural course of Trishuli river. The damage to sensitive ecosystem on glacial peaks now result in avalanches on annual basis causing flash floods in Nepal causing extensive loss to life and property." Also Read: X restores account of RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s event organiser after brief suspension "The Gyrong port constructed on #Rasuwa border has also been constructed by China purposefully on the river confluence which increases the velocity of the river. towards Nepali territory. This is not only a purposeful ecological disaster but is cruel too.@PM_nepal_ must take up this matter with #China which is destroying ecosystem across the entire border causing irreparable damage to Himalayas.”

A Nepali journalists’ collective has alleged that Chinese construction triggered the deadly Rasuwa flash floods, while Beijing blamed a glacier collapse in Nepal.

Nepali journalists allege Chinese Xiaokang settlements triggered Nepal flash floods in Rasuwa

Ratko Mladić, the Bosnian-Serb general, who was serving a life sentence for the Srebrenica massacre and the siege of Sarajevo during the Balkan wars, died in prison aged 84. Known as the “Butcher of Bosnia,” Mladić &nbsp;was convicted of genocide for orchestrating the 1995 killing of at least 8,000 Muslims in the UN-designated “safe area” Srebrenica. It is described as the worst massacre in Europe since the second world war.&nbsp;He was convicted by the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) in 2017. He was found guilty of genocide, crimes against humanity, persecution, extermination, murder, terror, unlawful attacks on civilians and hostage-taking.&nbsp;“Unimaginable savagery", is how the ICTY Judge Fouad Riad had described the actions of the former general &nbsp;after his conviction.&nbsp;Mladić died while serving a life sentence at the UN Detention Unit in The Hague, said his lawyer Dragan Ivetić. He spent over 15 years in prison and had been in ill health after having a series of strokes.&nbsp;The Bosnian-Serb general made multiple appeals and requests for release on medical grounds but failed. His latest appeal was just last week in which his lawyer sought early release on humanitarian grounds, saying that his “overall condition has rapidly declined”, however, the court declined the request.&nbsp;<h2>What was the Srebrenica massacre and the siege of Sarajevo</h2>&nbsp;After the breakup of Yugoslavia, Mladić became the Commander of the General Staff of the Army of the breakaway Serb Republic in Bosnia. &nbsp;Under his command, Bosnian Serb forces besieged Sarajevo in 1992, positioning themselves on the surrounding hills overlooking the city. For two years, they trapped residents in the valley below, subjecting civilians to frequent shelling and sniper attacks. More than 10,000 people, including many children, were killed during the siege.&nbsp;In July 1995, Mladić led an assault on Srebrenica, a Muslim-majority enclave designated a “safe area” by the United Nations. The ensuing massacre is regarded as Europe’s worst atrocity since World War II, with more than 7,000 Bosniak Muslim men and boys killed within just a few days.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mladić died while serving a life sentence at the UN Detention Unit in The Hague. He spent over 15 years in prison and had been in ill health after having a series of strokes.

Ratko Mladić, the Bosnian-Serb general, who was serving a life sentence for the Srebrenica massacre and the siege of Sarajevo during the Balkan wars, died in prison aged 84. Known as the “Butcher of Bosnia,” Mladić was convicted of genocide for orchestrating the 1995 killing of at least 8,000 Muslims in the UN-designated “safe area” Srebrenica. It is described as the worst massacre in Europe since the second world war. He was convicted by the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY) in 2017. He was found guilty of genocide, crimes against humanity, persecution, extermination, murder, terror, unlawful attacks on civilians and hostage-taking. “Unimaginable savagery", is how the ICTY Judge Fouad Riad had described the actions of the former general after his conviction. Mladić died while serving a life sentence at the UN Detention Unit in The Hague, said his lawyer Dragan Ivetić. He spent over 15 years in prison and had been in ill health after having a series of strokes. The Bosnian-Serb general made multiple appeals and requests for release on medical grounds but failed. His latest appeal was just last week in which his lawyer sought early release on humanitarian grounds, saying that his “overall condition has rapidly declined”, however, the court declined the request. What was the Srebrenica massacre and the siege of Sarajevo After the breakup of Yugoslavia, Mladić became the Commander of the General Staff of the Army of the breakaway Serb Republic in Bosnia. Under his command, Bosnian Serb forces besieged Sarajevo in 1992, positioning themselves on the surrounding hills overlooking the city. For two years, they trapped residents in the valley below, subjecting civilians to frequent shelling and sniper attacks. More than 10,000 people, including many children, were killed during the siege. In July 1995, Mladić led an assault on Srebrenica, a Muslim-majority enclave designated a “safe area” by the United Nations. The ensuing massacre is regarded as Europe’s worst atrocity since World War II, with more than 7,000 Bosniak Muslim men and boys killed within just a few days.

Mladić died while serving a life sentence at the UN Detention Unit in The Hague. He spent over 15 years in prison and had been in ill health after having a series of strokes.

Ratko Mladić, Bosnian-Serb general behind Srebrenica massacre dies aged 84

The rivalry between Russia and NATO has entered a new phase, and this time, it goes beyond the realm of conventional warfare. European countries are accusing Moscow of unleashing hybrid warfare — a tactic that combines limited kinetic action with non-kinetic operations such as cyberattacks, disinformation and economic coercion to destabilise an adversary without triggering a full-scale open war.The United States has reportedly also focused on the issue. According to reports published in the US media, the chief of America's external intelligence agency warned Moscow against attacking NATO countries. The warning raised concerns about the possibility of a limited Russian military venture aimed at testing NATO's resolve. However, Moscow has rejected these claims. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov dismissed them as "scare stories" that have nothing to do with reality and instead accused European countries of pursuing an aggressive policy towards Russia.Concerns over Russia's alleged hybrid warfare tactics have intensified in recent months. Since March, several drones have entered NATO airspace across the Baltic region. Russia has reportedly been accused of steering Ukrainian drones towards NATO territory by manipulating satellite navigation signals and feeding them false target coordinates. According to Lithuania's defence minister, Moscow is also weighing a potential false-flag operation using captured Ukrainian drones to strike critical infrastructure in the Baltic region.Incidents that European countries describe as hybrid attacks have also increased across the continent. Poland said it thwarted an attempted assassination of a US citizen, while Estonia accused Moscow of being behind a fire at a drone manufacturing facility. In May, a drone struck an apartment building in Romania. Most recently, Germany discovered an explosive-laden drone at Leipzig Airport. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said those responsible for hybrid attacks would "pay the price."In the latest diplomatic pushback, Hungary has classified Russia as a threat. New Prime Minister Peter Magyar is seeking to rewrite Hungary's ties with Moscow, with new policy documents stating that Russia's behaviour poses a threat to Hungary, Europe and the global order.European countries have also accused Russia of election interference. The allegations, involving major NATO members such as France, Germany and Poland, include attempts to influence public opinion, electronic warfare, covert operations and cyberattacks.Europe appears to have adopted a cautious and defensive stance, as Russia's alleged hybrid warfare activities have so far fallen short of the threshold for triggering NATO's mutual defence clause. Under US President Donald Trump's presidency, this has left European nations scrambling to strengthen their own defences while taking a primary role in supporting Ukraine's war effort against Russia.Russia maintains that Europe is pushing for war rather than peace. European countries, on the other hand, argue that supporting Ukraine's defence is ultimately part of defending Europe itself.&nbsp;

Russia-NATO tensions are entering a new phase as European nations accuse Moscow of using cyberattacks, disinformation, drones and covert operations.

The rivalry between Russia and NATO has entered a new phase, and this time, it goes beyond the realm of conventional warfare. European countries are accusing Moscow of unleashing hybrid warfare — a tactic that combines limited kinetic action with non-kinetic operations such as cyberattacks, disinformation and economic coercion to destabilise an adversary without triggering a full-scale open war. The United States has reportedly also focused on the issue. According to reports published in the US media, the chief of America's external intelligence agency warned Moscow against attacking NATO countries. The warning raised concerns about the possibility of a limited Russian military venture aimed at testing NATO's resolve. However, Moscow has rejected these claims. Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov dismissed them as "scare stories" that have nothing to do with reality and instead accused European countries of pursuing an aggressive policy towards Russia. Concerns over Russia's alleged hybrid warfare tactics have intensified in recent months. Since March, several drones have entered NATO airspace across the Baltic region. Russia has reportedly been accused of steering Ukrainian drones towards NATO territory by manipulating satellite navigation signals and feeding them false target coordinates. According to Lithuania's defence minister, Moscow is also weighing a potential false-flag operation using captured Ukrainian drones to strike critical infrastructure in the Baltic region. Incidents that European countries describe as hybrid attacks have also increased across the continent. Poland said it thwarted an attempted assassination of a US citizen, while Estonia accused Moscow of being behind a fire at a drone manufacturing facility. In May, a drone struck an apartment building in Romania. Most recently, Germany discovered an explosive-laden drone at Leipzig Airport. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said those responsible for hybrid attacks would "pay the price." In the latest diplomatic pushback, Hungary has classified Russia as a threat. New Prime Minister Peter Magyar is seeking to rewrite Hungary's ties with Moscow, with new policy documents stating that Russia's behaviour poses a threat to Hungary, Europe and the global order. European countries have also accused Russia of election interference. The allegations, involving major NATO members such as France, Germany and Poland, include attempts to influence public opinion, electronic warfare, covert operations and cyberattacks. Europe appears to have adopted a cautious and defensive stance, as Russia's alleged hybrid warfare activities have so far fallen short of the threshold for triggering NATO's mutual defence clause. Under US President Donald Trump's presidency, this has left European nations scrambling to strengthen their own defences while taking a primary role in supporting Ukraine's war effort against Russia. Russia maintains that Europe is pushing for war rather than peace. European countries, on the other hand, argue that supporting Ukraine's defence is ultimately part of defending Europe itself.

Russia-NATO tensions are entering a new phase as European nations accuse Moscow of using cyberattacks, disinformation, drones and covert operations.

The Verdict | How Moscow’s alleged hybrid warfare is challenging Europe

Just days ahead of the RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's scheduled address to the Indian diaspora in New York, X had briefly suspended the account of American Hindus for Engagement and Dialogue (AHEAD Forum) before restoring it. The organisers put up a post saying that they were "“botted' by misguided opponents who tried to game the X algorithm and get our handle blocked."The event is scheduled for August 29, in the Infosys Theatre located inside Madison Square Garden in New York City. This comes just after New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani publicly denounced the RSS and said that he does not support the planned event. However, he said that the city administration had no jurisdiction to cancel the event.&nbsp;X had not publicly disclosed the reason for the suspension of the account. AHEAD believes the suspension may have occurred in error, maintaining that its communications have consistently promoted universal peace, oneness, harmony, and constructive interfaith and intercultural dialogue in accordance with X's policies. The organisation has appealed to X for the reinstatement of its suspended account.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nepal-flood-survivors-i-would-have-been-washed-away-to-death-1787833346738">‘Luckily, I was stuck in a mango tree’: Nepal flood survivor recalls brush with death</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We are back up! 🚀 We got “botted” by misguided opponents who tried to game the X algorithm and get our handle blocked. A big thank you to <a href="https://x.com/X?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@X</a> <a href="https://x.com/Support?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Support</a> for the prompt response, restoring our account and clearing out the bots. Now, back to what really matters: celebrating…&mdash; AHEAD Forum (@Aheadforum1) <a href="https://x.com/Aheadforum1/status/2092978183750455599?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 27, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>US religious panel demands to revoke RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat's visa</h2>A US Congress-constituted advisory body on religious freedom has urged the Trump administration to revoke the visa issued to the RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat, who is in New York now. The USCIRF has expressed concern over Bhagwat's visit and alleged that RSS subgroups have carried out "violent attacks against religious minorities.”In a statement, USCIRF said, “The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) is deeply concerned about the visit of Mohan Bhagwat, chief of India's Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), to the United States.” USCIRF Chair Asif Mahmood said the organisation has urged the US government to consider "targeted sanctions" against those complicit in religious freedom violations, including revoking the visa issued to Bhagwat. The group also accused the government of engaging in acts of transnational repression to "target religious minorities beyond its borders". India has rejected the body's claim, with the Ministry of External Affairs claiming that USCIRF was biased and lacked credibility.&nbsp;

X has restored the account of AHEAD Forum after a brief suspension. This comes just days before RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s scheduled August 29 address in New York, with the group seeking reinstatement.

Just days ahead of the RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat's scheduled address to the Indian diaspora in New York, X had briefly suspended the account of American Hindus for Engagement and Dialogue (AHEAD Forum) before restoring it. The organisers put up a post saying that they were "“botted' by misguided opponents who tried to game the X algorithm and get our handle blocked." The event is scheduled for August 29, in the Infosys Theatre located inside Madison Square Garden in New York City. This comes just after New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani publicly denounced the RSS and said that he does not support the planned event. However, he said that the city administration had no jurisdiction to cancel the event. X had not publicly disclosed the reason for the suspension of the account. AHEAD believes the suspension may have occurred in error, maintaining that its communications have consistently promoted universal peace, oneness, harmony, and constructive interfaith and intercultural dialogue in accordance with X's policies. The organisation has appealed to X for the reinstatement of its suspended account. Also Read: ‘Luckily, I was stuck in a mango tree’: Nepal flood survivor recalls brush with death

X has restored the account of AHEAD Forum after a brief suspension. This comes just days before RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s scheduled August 29 address in New York, with the group seeking reinstatement.

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