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During a bilateral meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the Oval Office on Tuesday (Oct 7), United States President Donald Trump jokingly referred to Canada as the 51st state of America. He also joked about the possibility of a merger between the two countries, a remark that Carney received with laughter. Trump acknowledged that while the United States and Canada had experienced some natural conflicts, he believed they would likely resolve them. He praised Carney’s efforts in hosting international delegations and expressed appreciation for the job done. Both the leaders discussed various topics including the US-Canada relationship, including trade, Gaza, and Canada’s recent recognition of Palestinian statehood.&nbsp;Also read |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-mark-carney-us-president-donald-trump-first-call-today-8901313"> Canada’s Mark Carney to hold first call with Trump today as Canada warns ‘US is no longer a reliable partner’</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">PM <a href="https://twitter.com/MarkJCarney?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MarkJCarney</a>: &quot;This is, in many respects, the most important...&quot;<a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@POTUS</a>: &quot;The merger of Canada and the United States!&quot; 🤣🤣🤣 <a href="https://t.co/Zt80JxJ5MD">pic.twitter.com/Zt80JxJ5MD</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1975595211490541665?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 7, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Mark Carney meets Donald Trump</h2>Carney during his second visit to the White House this year praised the US President calling him a “transformative president" for bringing “peace” between India and Pakistan, and other conflicting nations. “You are a transformative president… the transformation in the economy, unprecedented commitments of NATO partners to defence spending, peace from India, Pakistan through to Azerbaijan, Armenia, disabling Iran as the force of terror,” Carney said during bilateral talks with Trump in the Oval Office, as Trump nodded. This comes a day after Trump claimed that he played a key role in ending the military conflict between India and Pakistan by using trade threats. Claiming that it was his aggressive tariff strategy pushed two nuclear-armed nations toward a ceasefire during a period of heightened conflict earlier this year, Trump said that he is the global peacemaker. The visit by the Canadian leader, who was repeatedly touted as a “great leader” by Trump, marked his second visit to the White House since taking office in April. Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-dont-need-anything-from-canada-trump-blasts-canada-ahead-of-first-meeting-with-pm-carney-at-white-house-9041768">‘We don’t need ANYTHING from Canada’: Trump blasts Canada ahead of first meeting with PM Carney at White House</a>&nbsp;

US President Donald Trump joked about Canada being the 51st US state during a meeting with Canadian PM Mark Carney. The leaders discussed trade, Gaza, and Canada’s recognition of Palestine. Trump acknowledged past conflicts 

During a bilateral meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the Oval Office on Tuesday (Oct 7), United States President Donald Trump jokingly referred to Canada as the 51st state of America. He also joked about the possibility of a merger between the two countries, a remark that Carney received with laughter. Trump acknowledged that while the United States and Canada had experienced some natural conflicts, he believed they would likely resolve them. He praised Carney’s efforts in hosting international delegations and expressed appreciation for the job done. Both the leaders discussed various topics including the US-Canada relationship, including trade, Gaza, and Canada’s recent recognition of Palestinian statehood. Also read | Canada’s Mark Carney to hold first call with Trump today as Canada warns ‘US is no longer a reliable partner’

US President Donald Trump joked about Canada being the 51st US state during a meeting with Canadian PM Mark Carney. The leaders discussed trade, Gaza, and Canada’s recognition of Palestine. Trump acknowledged past conflicts&nbsp;

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A paramotor attack during a festival and protest in central Myanmar has left at least 40 people dead and 47 others injured, according to a spokesperson from the exiled National Unity Government speaking to BBC Burmese. The incident happened on Monday evening in Chaung U township, where roughly 100 people had gathered to celebrate the Thadingyut festival, a national holiday with Buddhist traditions. During the event, which also served as a candlelight vigil against military junta policies, a motorised paraglider dropped two bombs onto the crowd, a local official from the anti-junta People's Defence Force reported.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/afghan-fm-amir-khan-muttaqi-warns-of-growing-regional-threat-as-isis-sets-up-operational-bases-in-neighbouring-countries-1759896189302">Afghan FM Amir Khan Muttaqi warns of growing regional threat as ISIS sets up operational bases in 'neighbouring&nbsp;countries'</a>&nbsp;Myanmar has been embroiled in civil conflict since the military took control through a coup in 2021. According to United Nations estimates, the violence has claimed the lives of over 5,000 civilians. On Monday (October 6), a representative from the People's Defence Force told BBC Burmese that they were gathering when they received warnings of a potential airstrike. In an attempt to quickly disperse the protest, they tried to wrap things up. However, the paramotors arrived earlier than anticipated, and within just seven minutes, bombs were dropped.&nbsp;"I was on the ground when the first bomb hit. It struck my knee, but I could hear people dying around me," the official was quoted as saying. Locals said that the aftermath of the bombings made it difficult to identify the victims. "Children were completely torn apart," said a woman involved in organising the protest, while speaking to news agency AFP. Although she wasn’t present during the attack, she attended the funerals the following day and mentioned that they were still gathering body parts from the scene.&nbsp;Amnesty International condemned the use of paramotors in attacks, calling it part of a "disturbing pattern" by the military in recent times. BBC Burmese reported that the junta has been increasingly turning to paramotor-based assaults due to limited access to aircraft and helicopters, exacerbated by international sanctions that have hindered the acquisition of military resources.&nbsp;At the candlelight vigil, participants protested against the military's conscription practices and the upcoming elections, while also demanding the release of Aung San Suu Kyi and other political detainees. Myanmar is set to hold general elections in December—the first since the military coup. However, critics argue that the elections will not be free or fair, but rather a means for the junta to maintain its unchallenged hold on power.

Tragedy strikes at Myanmar Buddhist festival after paraglider drops bombs, 40 killed

A paramotor attack during a festival and protest in central Myanmar has left at least 40 people dead and 47 others injured, according to a spokesperson from the exiled National Unity Government speaking to BBC Burmese. The incident happened on Monday evening in Chaung U township, where roughly 100 people had gathered to celebrate the Thadingyut festival, a national holiday with Buddhist traditions. During the event, which also served as a candlelight vigil against military junta policies, a motorised paraglider dropped two bombs onto the crowd, a local official from the anti-junta People's Defence Force reported. Also Read: Afghan FM Amir Khan Muttaqi warns of growing regional threat as ISIS sets up operational bases in 'neighbouring countries' Myanmar has been embroiled in civil conflict since the military took control through a coup in 2021. According to United Nations estimates, the violence has claimed the lives of over 5,000 civilians. On Monday (October 6), a representative from the People's Defence Force told BBC Burmese that they were gathering when they received warnings of a potential airstrike. In an attempt to quickly disperse the protest, they tried to wrap things up. However, the paramotors arrived earlier than anticipated, and within just seven minutes, bombs were dropped. "I was on the ground when the first bomb hit. It struck my knee, but I could hear people dying around me," the official was quoted as saying. Locals said that the aftermath of the bombings made it difficult to identify the victims. "Children were completely torn apart," said a woman involved in organising the protest, while speaking to news agency AFP. Although she wasn’t present during the attack, she attended the funerals the following day and mentioned that they were still gathering body parts from the scene. Amnesty International condemned the use of paramotors in attacks, calling it part of a "disturbing pattern" by the military in recent times. BBC Burmese reported that the junta has been increasingly turning to paramotor-based assaults due to limited access to aircraft and helicopters, exacerbated by international sanctions that have hindered the acquisition of military resources. At the candlelight vigil, participants protested against the military's conscription practices and the upcoming elections, while also demanding the release of Aung San Suu Kyi and other political detainees. Myanmar is set to hold general elections in December—the first since the military coup. However, critics argue that the elections will not be free or fair, but rather a means for the junta to maintain its unchallenged hold on power.

The incident happened on Monday evening in Chaung U township, where roughly 100 people had gathered to celebrate the Thadingyut festival, a national holiday with Buddhist traditions

Tragedy strikes at Myanmar Buddhist festival after paraglider drops bombs, at least 40 killed

Bad Bunny is set to perform at the halftime show of the 2026 Super Bowl. While fans around the world have enjoyed and danced to his music, US President Donald Trump seems unfamiliar with the artist. In response to the announcement of Bunny as the halftime show headliner, Trump referred to the Latin singer as a "rabbit" while mocking him.<h2>Donald Trump on Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Show: “Never Heard of Him”</h2>During an interview on Newsmax's Greg Kelly Reports, Trump, on Bunny's performance, said that it's ''absolutely ridiculous.''&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ice-turns-arrest-into-meme-mocks-detainee-in-bizarre-ride-of-shame-video-outrage-erupts-as-white-house-reposts-video-watch-1759732361629">ICE turns arrest into meme; mocks detainee in bizarre ‘ride of shame’ video — outrage erupts as White House reposts video. Watch!&nbsp;</a>&nbsp;Speaking about the Grammy-winning singer, Kelly said, “The NFL just chose the Bad Bunny rabbit or whatever his name is. This guy, who hates ICE, he doesn’t like you, he accuses everything he doesn’t like of racism.”&nbsp;Responding to this, Trump said, “I’ve never heard of him. I don’t know who he is… I don’t know why they’re doing it. It’s crazy. And then they blame it on some promoter they hired to pick up entertainment — I think it’s absolutely ridiculous.”<h2>ICE fears at the Super Bowl</h2>&nbsp;Bunny, a record-breaking Latin music star, has won multiple Grammys, Latin Grammys, and several prestigious awards. &nbsp;Soon after Bunny's performance was announced, Trump adviser Corey Lewandowski said the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) would be active during the show.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-served-beef-didn-t-provide-medicine-indian-origin-woman-73-recounts-treatment-during-ice-detention-deportation-flight-to-india-1758983340851">‘Served beef, no medicine’: Indian-origin woman, 73, recounts ICE detention</a>&nbsp;''There is nowhere you can provide a haven to people who are in this country illegally. Not the Super Bowl and nowhere else.''Lewandowski said.&nbsp;Notably, the Super Bowl will be Bunny's only US performance in 2026 as he will be performing his highly anticipated Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour, which has no dates in the US.&nbsp;Speaking to I-D magazine, Bunny said that due to the fear of an ICE raid, he has chosen not to perform in the US. He has previously slammed ICE over arrests in Puerto Rico.&nbsp;

Donald Trump on Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Show Pick: “Never Heard of Him.'' During an interview on Newsmax's Greg Kelly Reports, Trump, on Bunny's performance, said that it's ''absolutely ridiculous.''

Bad Bunny is set to perform at the halftime show of the 2026 Super Bowl. While fans around the world have enjoyed and danced to his music, US President Donald Trump seems unfamiliar with the artist. In response to the announcement of Bunny as the halftime show headliner, Trump referred to the Latin singer as a "rabbit" while mocking him. Donald Trump on Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Show: “Never Heard of Him” During an interview on Newsmax's Greg Kelly Reports, Trump, on Bunny's performance, said that it's ''absolutely ridiculous.'' Also read: ICE turns arrest into meme; mocks detainee in bizarre ‘ride of shame’ video — outrage erupts as White House reposts video. Watch! Speaking about the Grammy-winning singer, Kelly said, “The NFL just chose the Bad Bunny rabbit or whatever his name is. This guy, who hates ICE, he doesn’t like you, he accuses everything he doesn’t like of racism.” Responding to this, Trump said, “I’ve never heard of him. I don’t know who he is… I don’t know why they’re doing it. It’s crazy. And then they blame it on some promoter they hired to pick up entertainment — I think it’s absolutely ridiculous.” ICE fears at the Super Bowl Bunny, a record-breaking Latin music star, has won multiple Grammys, Latin Grammys, and several prestigious awards. Soon after Bunny's performance was announced, Trump adviser Corey Lewandowski said the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) would be active during the show. Also read: ‘Served beef, no medicine’: Indian-origin woman, 73, recounts ICE detention ''There is nowhere you can provide a haven to people who are in this country illegally. Not the Super Bowl and nowhere else.''Lewandowski said. Notably, the Super Bowl will be Bunny's only US performance in 2026 as he will be performing his highly anticipated Debí Tirar Más Fotos World Tour, which has no dates in the US. Speaking to I-D magazine, Bunny said that due to the fear of an ICE raid, he has chosen not to perform in the US. He has previously slammed ICE over arrests in Puerto Rico.

US President Donald Trump is not aware of who Bad Bunny is. Days after the NFL announced Bunny as the Super Bowl Halftime Show 2026 headliner, Trump has shared a controversial comment.&nbsp;

Donald Trump on Bad Bunny performing at the Super Bowl: 'I don’t know who he is’

In a key address at the 7th Moscow Format meeting, Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi presented a comprehensive view of Afghanistan’s progress and challenges, highlighting the country's strides in security, economic growth, and the need for international support. Muttaqi opened his speech by acknowledging the significant security challenges Afghanistan inherited after the establishment of the Islamic Emirate. He emphasised that, while the country faced threats from groups like Daesh, the Afghan government had successfully managed these issues.&nbsp;&nbsp;“Afghanistan has transitioned from a source of insecurity to a partner in regional stability,” Muttaqi said. He further emphasised that Afghanistan’s soil was not being used to orchestrate attacks on other countries, despite accusations to the contrary. In particular, he warned that terrorist organisations, including Daesh, had recently set up training and operational bases in neighbouring countries, which posed a growing regional threat.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-i-d-rather-go-to-prison-than-indian-surrenders-to-ukraine-following-argument-with-russian-commander-1759896362043">'I'd rather go to prison than...' - Indian surrenders to Ukraine following argument with Russian commander</a>&nbsp;The Afghan FM's address also spotlighted the country's economic achievements despite facing severe international sanctions and frozen assets. Afghanistan’s GDP has risen from $14.4 billion to $17.4 billion over the past four years, and exports have soared from $700 million annually to $2 billion. The country has also seen growth in industrial production, with over 6,000 factories now operational. These positive developments, Muttaqi argued, reflected Afghanistan's push for financial independence, with the government now funding its budget entirely from domestic revenues. However, the FM was candid about the hurdles still facing Afghanistan. He urged the international community to lift sanctions and release approximately $9 billion in frozen Afghan assets. These sanctions, he explained, have significantly hampered the country’s economic potential, restricting its ability to engage freely in global markets.&nbsp;The minister also called for regional cooperation in tackling issues such as narcotics trafficking, a problem that has intensified since Afghanistan’s ban on poppy cultivation. While domestic production of narcotics has declined, its trafficking has shifted to neighboring countries, underscoring the need for coordinated regional efforts to combat the drug trade. A key focus of Muttaqi's speech was Afghanistan’s diplomatic relations. He praised Russia’s recognition of the Islamic Emirate, calling it a “courageous step” that paved the way for practical cooperation between the two countries. He urged other nations to adopt similar approaches, moving beyond past political differences to focus on mutually beneficial partnerships, particularly in areas of economic growth and regional connectivity.&nbsp;In his concluding remarks, the Afghan FM extended his solidarity with the Palestinian people, condemning the ongoing violence in Gaza and calling on global powers to take decisive action to end the atrocities and support Palestine’s right to self-determination. Muttaqi’s speech at the Moscow Format reflects Afghanistan’s broader goals of enhancing regional collaboration, securing economic development, and engaging with the international community. His call for an objective, independent view of Afghanistan’s security and economic progress signals a clear push for greater regional and international support in the country’s ongoing recovery and development.

Afghan FM Amir Khan Muttaqi addressed the Moscow Forum, highlighting regional security challenges, economic growth, and called for international support amid sanctions

In a key address at the 7th Moscow Format meeting, Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi presented a comprehensive view of Afghanistan’s progress and challenges, highlighting the country's strides in security, economic growth, and the need for international support. Muttaqi opened his speech by acknowledging the significant security challenges Afghanistan inherited after the establishment of the Islamic Emirate. He emphasised that, while the country faced threats from groups like Daesh, the Afghan government had successfully managed these issues. “Afghanistan has transitioned from a source of insecurity to a partner in regional stability,” Muttaqi said. He further emphasised that Afghanistan’s soil was not being used to orchestrate attacks on other countries, despite accusations to the contrary. In particular, he warned that terrorist organisations, including Daesh, had recently set up training and operational bases in neighbouring countries, which posed a growing regional threat. Also Read: 'I'd rather go to prison than...' - Indian surrenders to Ukraine following argument with Russian commander The Afghan FM's address also spotlighted the country's economic achievements despite facing severe international sanctions and frozen assets. Afghanistan’s GDP has risen from $14.4 billion to $17.4 billion over the past four years, and exports have soared from $700 million annually to $2 billion. The country has also seen growth in industrial production, with over 6,000 factories now operational. These positive developments, Muttaqi argued, reflected Afghanistan's push for financial independence, with the government now funding its budget entirely from domestic revenues. However, the FM was candid about the hurdles still facing Afghanistan. He urged the international community to lift sanctions and release approximately $9 billion in frozen Afghan assets. These sanctions, he explained, have significantly hampered the country’s economic potential, restricting its ability to engage freely in global markets. The minister also called for regional cooperation in tackling issues such as narcotics trafficking, a problem that has intensified since Afghanistan’s ban on poppy cultivation. While domestic production of narcotics has declined, its trafficking has shifted to neighboring countries, underscoring the need for coordinated regional efforts to combat the drug trade. A key focus of Muttaqi's speech was Afghanistan’s diplomatic relations. He praised Russia’s recognition of the Islamic Emirate, calling it a “courageous step” that paved the way for practical cooperation between the two countries. He urged other nations to adopt similar approaches, moving beyond past political differences to focus on mutually beneficial partnerships, particularly in areas of economic growth and regional connectivity. In his concluding remarks, the Afghan FM extended his solidarity with the Palestinian people, condemning the ongoing violence in Gaza and calling on global powers to take decisive action to end the atrocities and support Palestine’s right to self-determination. Muttaqi’s speech at the Moscow Format reflects Afghanistan’s broader goals of enhancing regional collaboration, securing economic development, and engaging with the international community. His call for an objective, independent view of Afghanistan’s security and economic progress signals a clear push for greater regional and international support in the country’s ongoing recovery and development.

Afghan FM Amir Khan Muttaqi addressed the Moscow Forum, highlighting regional security challenges, economic growth, and called for international support amid sanctions

Afghan FM Amir Khan Muttaqi warns of growing regional threat as ISIS sets up operational bases in 'neighbouring countries'

An Indian national fighting alongside Russian forces was captured by Ukraine earlier this month, according to Kyiv Independent. The 63rd Mechanized Brigade said in a statement on October 7 that a man named Majoti Sahil Mohamed Hussein from the Indian city of Morbi in Gujarat was in their custody. After he came across the Ukrainian forces, he surrendered and told them that he "didn't want to fight." The 22-year-old had come to Russia as a student, he said in a video recorded by the brigade. However, he was sentenced to seven years in a Russian prison on drug-related charges. To escape the punishment, Russian officials offered him a contract with the Russian military, he said. "I didn't want to stay in prison, so I signed a contract for the 'special military operation' (Russia's term for its full-scale invasion of Ukraine). But I wanted to get out of there," Majoti said.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-looking-forward-to-your-india-visit-pm-modi-wishes-russian-president-putin-on-his-73rd-birthday-1759844338005">'Looking forward to your India visit': PM Modi wishes Russian President Putin on his 73rd birthday</a> &nbsp;This comes after earlier reports of several Indians ending up in the Russian forces through deceitful schemes. In September, two such Indians told The Hindu that they had gone to Moscow on a student or visitor visa in the past six months. They were hired by an agent to work as construction workers, but ended up in the war zone. Thirteen others with them were also caught in a similar situation, they said in a video appealing for help. The Indian Government released a statement on the matter following reports that Indians were being enlisted in Russian forces after being allowed into the country for construction jobs. The MEA stated that it was in touch with Russian officials to facilitate the return of Indians caught in these circumstances. According to a report by Deutsche Welle on February 11, at least 12 Indians have been killed fighting for Russia against Ukraine, while 16 are missing.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BREAKING?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BREAKING</a>: Ukraine claim they have captured an Indian National along with Russian Forces. Indian national Majoti Sahil Mohamed Hussein is a 22-year-old student from Morbi, Gujarat, India who had gone to Russia to study at a university. Indian Govt is ascertaining details. <a href="https://t.co/FtmsryGN1S">pic.twitter.com/FtmsryGN1S</a>&mdash; Aditya Raj Kaul (@AdityaRajKaul) <a href="https://twitter.com/AdityaRajKaul/status/1975599878551089175?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 7, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>“There is no truth there,” Indian says of Russia</h2>Majoti said that he was trained for 16 days, and on October 1, he was sent on his first combat mission, where he spent three days. He then had an argument with his commander and decided to surrender to the Ukrainian troops. "I came across a Ukrainian trench position about 2-3 kilometres away. I immediately put down my rifle and said that I didn't want to fight. I needed help," he said. "I don't want to go back to Russia. There is no truth there, nothing. I'd rather go to prison here (in Ukraine)," he added.The Indian government has refused to side with any country in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.&nbsp;

An Indian man who had gone to Russia on a student visa to study at a university has been captured by Ukraine. He surrendered to the forces following an argument with his commander. Majoti says he'd rather stay in a jail in Kyiv than fight for Russia.

An Indian national fighting alongside Russian forces was captured by Ukraine earlier this month, according to Kyiv Independent. The 63rd Mechanized Brigade said in a statement on October 7 that a man named Majoti Sahil Mohamed Hussein from the Indian city of Morbi in Gujarat was in their custody. After he came across the Ukrainian forces, he surrendered and told them that he "didn't want to fight." The 22-year-old had come to Russia as a student, he said in a video recorded by the brigade. However, he was sentenced to seven years in a Russian prison on drug-related charges. To escape the punishment, Russian officials offered him a contract with the Russian military, he said. "I didn't want to stay in prison, so I signed a contract for the 'special military operation' (Russia's term for its full-scale invasion of Ukraine). But I wanted to get out of there," Majoti said. Also Read: 'Looking forward to your India visit': PM Modi wishes Russian President Putin on his 73rd birthday This comes after earlier reports of several Indians ending up in the Russian forces through deceitful schemes. In September, two such Indians told The Hindu that they had gone to Moscow on a student or visitor visa in the past six months. They were hired by an agent to work as construction workers, but ended up in the war zone. Thirteen others with them were also caught in a similar situation, they said in a video appealing for help. The Indian Government released a statement on the matter following reports that Indians were being enlisted in Russian forces after being allowed into the country for construction jobs. The MEA stated that it was in touch with Russian officials to facilitate the return of Indians caught in these circumstances. According to a report by Deutsche Welle on February 11, at least 12 Indians have been killed fighting for Russia against Ukraine, while 16 are missing.

An Indian man who had gone to Russia on a student visa to study at a university has been captured by Ukraine. He surrendered to the forces following an argument with his commander. Majoti says he'd rather stay in a jail in Kyiv than fight for Russia.

'I'd rather go to prison than...' - Indian surrenders to Ukraine following argument with Russian commander

Gaza Freedom Flotilla, which has been attempting to deliver much-needed aid to war-ravaged Gaza, on Wednesday (Oct 8) revealed that its vessels were under attack at the hands of the Israeli military. The organisation said that several of its boats were intercepted by Israel while sailing towards the Gaza Strip. It also alleged that Tel Aviv's military was jamming signals and had even boarded two of its boats in the latest attempt to intercept aid. Meanwhile, Israel labelled the aid vessel as "another futile attempt to breach its naval blockade" and said that all the passengers were "safe and in good health". This comes just days after famed Swedish activist Greta Thunberg and other activists who were detained in a similar interception revealed that they were mistreated while in Israeli detention.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-blatant-act-of-desperation-greta-thunberg-activists-detained-as-israeli-navy-stops-gaza-aid-flotilla-1759372426305">‘Blatant act of desperation’: Greta Thunberg, activists detained as Israeli navy stops Gaza aid flotilla. Watch video</a><h2>Israel says aid-carrying activists will be deported soon</h2>In a post on X, the Israeli Foreign Ministry insisted that the detained activists were "safe and in good health" and said that “another futile attempt” to breach its “legal naval blockade” and enter the combat zone has “ended in nothing”. It added that “the passengers are expected to be deported promptly”.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Another futile attempt to breach the legal naval blockade and enter a combat zone ended in nothing. The vessels and the passengers are transferred to an Israeli port. All the passengers are safe and in good health. The passengers are expected to be deported promptly.&mdash; Israel Foreign Ministry (@IsraelMFA) <a href="https://twitter.com/IsraelMFA/status/1975765919189160114?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 8, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Meanwhile, on X, Global Sumud Flotilla said that three of its vessels—Gaza Sunbirds, Alaa Al-Najjar, and Anas Al-Sharif were “attacked and illegally intercepted by the Israeli military at 04:34 am, 220 kilometres (around 140 miles) off the coast of Gaza”. The aid organisers added that another vessel, ‘Conscience’, with over 90 people onboard, was “under attack”.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Three vessels — Gaza Sunbirds, Alaa Al-Najjar, and Anas Al-Sharif — have been attacked and illegally intercepted by the Israeli military at 04:34 a.m., 220 km off the coast of Gaza. <a href="https://t.co/Zlpnjya8eC">pic.twitter.com/Zlpnjya8eC</a>&mdash; Global Sumud Flotilla (@GlobalSumud) <a href="https://twitter.com/GlobalSumud/status/1975771197330903235?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 8, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/photos-of-trump-s-swollen-ankles-during-carney-meet-reignite-health-rumors-and-his-talk-about-heaven-isn-t-helping-1759890398722">Photos of Trump’s swollen ankles during Carney meet reignite health rumours — and his talk about heaven isn’t helping</a><h2>Activists ‘safe’ or treated ‘like animals’?</h2>Previously, Thunberg, who, along with over 100 other volunteers, was detained, had alleged harsh treatment at the hands of the IDF. Talking to a Swedish official who visited the activist in prison, Greta Thunberg said she was beaten, denied basic needs, and kept in a bedbug-infested cell. Talking to Reuters, Malaysian national Hazwani Helmi and American citizen Windfield Beaver said that the detained activists were treated "like animals". They also said that Thunberg was "shoved and forced to wear an Israeli flag". Another volunteer, Paolo Romano, an Italian regional councillor, told AFP that detainees were “forced to kneel, face down” and beaten if they moved. “They laughed, insulted, and beat us using both psychological and physical violence,” he said.

The Gaza Freedom Flotilla, a coalition of humanitarian groups attempting to deliver aid to war-torn Gaza, said Wednesday (Oct 8) that its vessels came under attack from the Israeli military while en route to the besieged enclave.

Gaza Freedom Flotilla, which has been attempting to deliver much-needed aid to war-ravaged Gaza, on Wednesday (Oct 8) revealed that its vessels were under attack at the hands of the Israeli military. The organisation said that several of its boats were intercepted by Israel while sailing towards the Gaza Strip. It also alleged that Tel Aviv's military was jamming signals and had even boarded two of its boats in the latest attempt to intercept aid. Meanwhile, Israel labelled the aid vessel as "another futile attempt to breach its naval blockade" and said that all the passengers were "safe and in good health". This comes just days after famed Swedish activist Greta Thunberg and other activists who were detained in a similar interception revealed that they were mistreated while in Israeli detention. Also read | ‘Blatant act of desperation’: Greta Thunberg, activists detained as Israeli navy stops Gaza aid flotilla. Watch video Israel says aid-carrying activists will be deported soon In a post on X, the Israeli Foreign Ministry insisted that the detained activists were "safe and in good health" and said that “another futile attempt” to breach its “legal naval blockade” and enter the combat zone has “ended in nothing”. It added that “the passengers are expected to be deported promptly”.

The Gaza Freedom Flotilla, a coalition of humanitarian groups attempting to deliver aid to war-torn Gaza, said Wednesday (Oct 8) that its vessels came under attack from the Israeli military while en route to the besieged enclave.

Israel once again intercepts Gaza aid flotilla — organisers reveal IDF 'illegally' boarded boats, jammed signals

Questions over US President Donald Trump’s health resurfaced Tuesday (Oct 7) after new photos showed his visibly swollen ankles during a meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the White House. The 79-year-old's glum ramblings about "being good" so he could get into heaven didn't help the matter.<h2>Swollen ankles take up space in the spotlight AGAIN!</h2>Images from the Oval Office appeared to show the 79-year-old president’s ankles bulging over the tops of his black dress shoes as he sat alongside Carney and Vice President JD Vance. The two leaders met to discuss trade relations, though the talks ended without a breakthrough.The swelling, which medical experts say is common among older adults, has been visible for several months. In July, the White House confirmed that Trump had been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a condition in which weakened veins slow the return of blood to the heart, leading to fluid buildup in the legs.Also read |&nbsp;<h2>'Healthier and stronger', but wrestling with the question of what happens once you die?</h2>On Monday (Oct 6), during a press conference, he once again rambled on about the theological pondering thinkers have battled for ages: How to get into heaven?. In an ominous statement, the POTUS said, "You know, there’s no reason to be good," before adding, "I wanna be good because you wanna prove to God you’re good so you go to that next step, right?". His statement has once again raised questions about the real condition of his health.Trump, the oldest president ever inaugurated, has continued to brush off speculation about his fitness. Speaking to Navy personnel over the weekend, he said doctors had described him as a "healthier and stronger physical specimen" than former presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush.Still, observers have noted several public appearances where Trump appeared unsteady or unable to walk in a straight line. Photos have also shown what appeared to be bruising on his right hand, which he unsuccessfully tried to cover up by plastering on mismatched makeup. The White House has attempted to explain this as something caused by "vigorous handshaking" and the regular use of aspirin for cardiovascular prevention. Speculators, however, have questions about Trump's fitness.<h2>White House dismisses reports</h2>According to the Daily Beast, when contacted about the latest photos, White House spokesperson Kush Desai said Trump enjoys "tremendous health," adding that he maintains "the vitality, mental acuity, and energy levels that most young people could not fathom having."Yet, official White House social media posts from Tuesday's meeting appear to avoid showing the president's lower limbs, instead focusing on close-ups and cropped images of the leaders' discussions.&nbsp;

Questions over US President Donald Trump’s health have flared up again after new photos from his Oval Office meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney showed his ankles visibly swollen. And his talk about being “good” to appease God isn't helping. All you need to know.

Questions over US President Donald Trump’s health resurfaced Tuesday (Oct 7) after new photos showed his visibly swollen ankles during a meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the White House. The 79-year-old's glum ramblings about "being good" so he could get into heaven didn't help the matter. Swollen ankles take up space in the spotlight AGAIN! Images from the Oval Office appeared to show the 79-year-old president’s ankles bulging over the tops of his black dress shoes as he sat alongside Carney and Vice President JD Vance. The two leaders met to discuss trade relations, though the talks ended without a breakthrough. The swelling, which medical experts say is common among older adults, has been visible for several months. In July, the White House confirmed that Trump had been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency, a condition in which weakened veins slow the return of blood to the heart, leading to fluid buildup in the legs. Also read | 'Healthier and stronger', but wrestling with the question of what happens once you die? On Monday (Oct 6), during a press conference, he once again rambled on about the theological pondering thinkers have battled for ages: How to get into heaven?. In an ominous statement, the POTUS said, "You know, there’s no reason to be good," before adding, "I wanna be good because you wanna prove to God you’re good so you go to that next step, right?". His statement has once again raised questions about the real condition of his health. Trump, the oldest president ever inaugurated, has continued to brush off speculation about his fitness. Speaking to Navy personnel over the weekend, he said doctors had described him as a "healthier and stronger physical specimen" than former presidents Barack Obama and George W. Bush. Still, observers have noted several public appearances where Trump appeared unsteady or unable to walk in a straight line. Photos have also shown what appeared to be bruising on his right hand, which he unsuccessfully tried to cover up by plastering on mismatched makeup. The White House has attempted to explain this as something caused by "vigorous handshaking" and the regular use of aspirin for cardiovascular prevention. Speculators, however, have questions about Trump's fitness. White House dismisses reports According to the Daily Beast, when contacted about the latest photos, White House spokesperson Kush Desai said Trump enjoys "tremendous health," adding that he maintains "the vitality, mental acuity, and energy levels that most young people could not fathom having." Yet, official White House social media posts from Tuesday's meeting appear to avoid showing the president's lower limbs, instead focusing on close-ups and cropped images of the leaders' discussions.

Questions over US President Donald Trump’s health have flared up again after new photos from his Oval Office meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney showed his ankles visibly swollen. And his talk about being “good” to appease God isn't helping. All you need to know.

Photos of Trump’s swollen ankles during Carney meet reignite health rumours — and his talk about heaven isn’t helping

UK's Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, has made it clear that the government will not ease visa restrictions for India as he arrives in the country to strengthen ties and promote the trade deal. As part of a delegation that includes over 100 business and cultural leaders, Starmer is aiming to boost UK investment and counter slow economic growth. While he acknowledged the significant potential for trade and cultural collaboration with India, Starmer emphasised that the focus would remain on enhancing business connections and creating opportunities for job growth, rather than on revising visa policies. He clarified that visas were not a factor in the trade agreement, which aims to make UK goods like cars and whisky more affordable in India, while reducing the cost of importing Indian textiles and jewellery.&nbsp;The trade agreement, signed in July, also includes a provision that exempts Indian workers on short-term visas from paying social security for three years, but the government has confirmed there will be no broader changes to immigration policy. The Labour government has shown its intent to reduce immigration levels and recently announced strict rules regarding settlement status. Starmer reiterated that visas were not linked to the trade deal and stressed there were no plans to introduce additional visa pathways for Indian workers or students. When asked about attracting tech talent in light of changes to the US's H-1B visa policy, Starmer expressed a desire to attract global talent but again dismissed any notion of introducing new visa routes specifically for India.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-this-is-the-pm-in-the-cockpit-keir-starmer-begins-two-day-india-visit-his-video-from-plane-goes-viral-watch-1759886129089">'This is the PM in the cockpit': Keir Starmer addresses co-passengers in plane to India as he begins two-day state visit</a>&nbsp;British Airways is among the UK businesses traveling with the Prime Minister, announcing plans to add a third daily flight between Delhi and Heathrow. Manchester Airport is also set to introduce a new direct route to Delhi as part of the strengthened bilateral ties. While in India, the Prime Minister is expected to meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who had earlier sent birthday greetings to Russian President Vladimir Putin. Starmer, however, made it clear he would not be following suit, saying that he had not and would not send such congratulations to Putin. On the subject of India's purchase of Russian oil, Starmer said that the UK's focus was on tracking the so-called "shadow fleet" of tankers transporting Russian oil, a key area where the UK has played a leading role in international efforts.

UK visa rules to ease for Indians? What UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Day 1 of India visit

UK's Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, has made it clear that the government will not ease visa restrictions for India as he arrives in the country to strengthen ties and promote the trade deal. As part of a delegation that includes over 100 business and cultural leaders, Starmer is aiming to boost UK investment and counter slow economic growth. While he acknowledged the significant potential for trade and cultural collaboration with India, Starmer emphasised that the focus would remain on enhancing business connections and creating opportunities for job growth, rather than on revising visa policies. He clarified that visas were not a factor in the trade agreement, which aims to make UK goods like cars and whisky more affordable in India, while reducing the cost of importing Indian textiles and jewellery. The trade agreement, signed in July, also includes a provision that exempts Indian workers on short-term visas from paying social security for three years, but the government has confirmed there will be no broader changes to immigration policy. The Labour government has shown its intent to reduce immigration levels and recently announced strict rules regarding settlement status. Starmer reiterated that visas were not linked to the trade deal and stressed there were no plans to introduce additional visa pathways for Indian workers or students. When asked about attracting tech talent in light of changes to the US's H-1B visa policy, Starmer expressed a desire to attract global talent but again dismissed any notion of introducing new visa routes specifically for India. Also Read: 'This is the PM in the cockpit': Keir Starmer addresses co-passengers in plane to India as he begins two-day state visit British Airways is among the UK businesses traveling with the Prime Minister, announcing plans to add a third daily flight between Delhi and Heathrow. Manchester Airport is also set to introduce a new direct route to Delhi as part of the strengthened bilateral ties. While in India, the Prime Minister is expected to meet with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who had earlier sent birthday greetings to Russian President Vladimir Putin. Starmer, however, made it clear he would not be following suit, saying that he had not and would not send such congratulations to Putin. On the subject of India's purchase of Russian oil, Starmer said that the UK's focus was on tracking the so-called "shadow fleet" of tankers transporting Russian oil, a key area where the UK has played a leading role in international efforts.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer denies plans to ease UK visa rules for India, focusing instead on trade, investment, and job creation as part of the new UK-India agreement

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will begin his two-day trip to India on Wednesday (Oct 8). As he boarded the flight from London Heathrow Airport, he posed with his business delegation, who will meet with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and promote the recently signed trade deal. While on board, Starmer in a surpise move, addressed to the co-passengers from the cockpit. Starmer will be in India’s financial capital Mumbai, between October 8th and 10th, and will be holding talks with PM Modi. During the visit, both leaders will attend the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2025. The visit of the UK PM comes just months after PM Modi visited the UK and signed the Free Trade Agreement with Britain - that aims to deepen economic ties between two of the largest economies on the planet.<h2>‘This is the Prime Minister in the cockpit’: UK PM&nbsp;</h2>In a video shared on his Instagram handle, Starmer said that he was in the cockpit and warmly welcomed everyone aboard BA flight 9100 to Mumbai. He mentioned that it was the largest trade mission to India that the UK had ever undertaken and expressed his enthusiasm about working together to explore and take full advantage of the opportunities in the new free trade agreement. “This is the Prime Minister in the cockpit. A very warm welcome to BA flight 9100 to Mumbai. It’s really fantastic to have you all onboard. This is the biggest trade mission to India that the UK has ever sent, so I am much looking forward to working with you as we explore all of the opportunities and take full advantage of the opportunities in our new free trade agreement. So, safe flight everybody. Enjoy the flight and I’ll give you further information once I’ve taken off," Starmer said.

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Meanwhile, the iconic Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) headquarters, Worli Sea Link and other major monuments in Mumbai was illuminated with the Indian and UK national flags to welcome the visiting UK Prime Minister Starmer to Mumbai. The dazzling display symbolised the enduring friendship and partnership between the two nations.

UK PM Keir Starmer began a two-day India visit on Oct 8, leading the UK’s biggest trade mission. Before departing, he addressed passengers from the cockpit. In Mumbai, he’ll meet PM Modi and attend the Global Fintech Fest, aiming to strengthen UK-India economic ties post-FTA signing.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will begin his two-day trip to India on Wednesday (Oct 8). As he boarded the flight from London Heathrow Airport, he posed with his business delegation, who will meet with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and promote the recently signed trade deal. While on board, Starmer in a surpise move, addressed to the co-passengers from the cockpit. Starmer will be in India’s financial capital Mumbai, between October 8th and 10th, and will be holding talks with PM Modi. During the visit, both leaders will attend the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2025. The visit of the UK PM comes just months after PM Modi visited the UK and signed the Free Trade Agreement with Britain - that aims to deepen economic ties between two of the largest economies on the planet. ‘This is the Prime Minister in the cockpit’: UK PM In a video shared on his Instagram handle, Starmer said that he was in the cockpit and warmly welcomed everyone aboard BA flight 9100 to Mumbai. He mentioned that it was the largest trade mission to India that the UK had ever undertaken and expressed his enthusiasm about working together to explore and take full advantage of the opportunities in the new free trade agreement. “This is the Prime Minister in the cockpit. A very warm welcome to BA flight 9100 to Mumbai. It’s really fantastic to have you all onboard. This is the biggest trade mission to India that the UK has ever sent, so I am much looking forward to working with you as we explore all of the opportunities and take full advantage of the opportunities in our new free trade agreement. So, safe flight everybody. Enjoy the flight and I’ll give you further information once I’ve taken off," Starmer said.

UK PM Keir Starmer began a two-day India visit on Oct 8, leading the UK’s biggest trade mission. Before departing, he addressed passengers from the cockpit. In Mumbai, he’ll meet PM Modi and attend the Global Fintech Fest, aiming to strengthen UK-India economic ties post-FTA signing.

'This is the PM in the cockpit': Keir Starmer addresses co-passengers in plane to India as he begins two-day state visit

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney during his second visit to the White House this year praised US President Donald Trump calling him a “transformative president" for bringing “peace” between India and Pakistan, and other conflicting nations.&nbsp;&nbsp;“You are a transformative president… the transformation in the economy, unprecedented commitments of NATO partners to defence spending, peace from India, Pakistan through to Azerbaijan, Armenia, disabling Iran as the force of terror,” Carney said during bilateral talks with Trump in the Oval Office, as Trump nodded.&nbsp;Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-mark-carney-us-president-donald-trump-first-call-today-8901313">Canada’s Mark Carney to hold first call with Trump today as Canada warns 'US is no longer a reliable partner'</a>&nbsp;This comes a day after Trump claimed that he played a key role in ending the military conflict between India and Pakistan by using trade threats. Claiming that it was his aggressive tariff strategy pushed two nuclear-armed nations toward a ceasefire during a period of heightened conflict earlier this year, Trump said that he is the global peacemaker.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-dont-need-anything-from-canada-trump-blasts-canada-ahead-of-first-meeting-with-pm-carney-at-white-house-9041768">‘We don’t need ANYTHING from Canada’: Trump blasts Canada ahead of first meeting with PM Carney at White House</a><h2>Trump- Carney Meeting&nbsp;</h2>On Tuesday (Oct 7), the two leaders held discussions on various topics, including trade, the Gaza war, and the Russia-Ukraine war. During their meeting, Trump stated that the US has a “natural business conflict” with its neighbour, adding that Canada would “get the right deal” from his administration.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-carney-meet-us-canada-have-natural-business-conflict-trump-says-carney-would-get-the-right-deal-from-him-1759860785125">Trump-Carney meet: Canadian president says he would ‘get the right deal’ as Trump mentions ‘natural business conflict’</a>&nbsp;The visit by the Canadian leader, who was repeatedly touted as a “great leader” by Trump, marked his second visit to the White House since taking office in April. Unlike last time, Trump said that Canadian leader and his delegation will walk away “happy” because their relationship has come a long way in last few months. &nbsp;The US president added that his country had a “natural conflict” over business with its neighbour as manufacturers were competing for the same market. Although he added that there was “nothing wrong with it.” Time and again in his second term, Trump has claimed Canada to be the 51st state of the United States, much to the disapproval of the Canadian leaders.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/very-talented-very-good-trump-calls-canada-pm-carneys-win-greater-than-his-in-surprisingly-warm-white-house-welcome-9041911">'Very talented, very good': Trump calls Canada PM Carney’s win ‘greater than his’ in surprisingly warm White House welcome</a>

Canadian PM Mark Carney, on his second White House visit this year, praised Donald Trump as a for bringing peace between India and Pakistan. Their talks covered trade, Gaza, and Ukraine, and other issues.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney during his second visit to the White House this year praised US President Donald Trump calling him a “transformative president" for bringing “peace” between India and Pakistan, and other conflicting nations. “You are a transformative president… the transformation in the economy, unprecedented commitments of NATO partners to defence spending, peace from India, Pakistan through to Azerbaijan, Armenia, disabling Iran as the force of terror,” Carney said during bilateral talks with Trump in the Oval Office, as Trump nodded. Also read | Canada’s Mark Carney to hold first call with Trump today as Canada warns 'US is no longer a reliable partner' This comes a day after Trump claimed that he played a key role in ending the military conflict between India and Pakistan by using trade threats. Claiming that it was his aggressive tariff strategy pushed two nuclear-armed nations toward a ceasefire during a period of heightened conflict earlier this year, Trump said that he is the global peacemaker. Also read | ‘We don’t need ANYTHING from Canada’: Trump blasts Canada ahead of first meeting with PM Carney at White House Trump- Carney Meeting On Tuesday (Oct 7), the two leaders held discussions on various topics, including trade, the Gaza war, and the Russia-Ukraine war. During their meeting, Trump stated that the US has a “natural business conflict” with its neighbour, adding that Canada would “get the right deal” from his administration. Also read | Trump-Carney meet: Canadian president says he would ‘get the right deal’ as Trump mentions ‘natural business conflict’ The visit by the Canadian leader, who was repeatedly touted as a “great leader” by Trump, marked his second visit to the White House since taking office in April. Unlike last time, Trump said that Canadian leader and his delegation will walk away “happy” because their relationship has come a long way in last few months. The US president added that his country had a “natural conflict” over business with its neighbour as manufacturers were competing for the same market. Although he added that there was “nothing wrong with it.” Time and again in his second term, Trump has claimed Canada to be the 51st state of the United States, much to the disapproval of the Canadian leaders. 'Very talented, very good': Trump calls Canada PM Carney’s win ‘greater than his’ in surprisingly warm White House welcome

Canadian PM Mark Carney, on his second White House visit this year, praised Donald Trump as a for bringing peace between India and Pakistan. Their talks covered trade, Gaza, and Ukraine, and other issues.

'You are a transformative president': Canada PM Carney praises Trump for 'bringing peace' between India-Pakistan

Amid the discussion on the US Tomahawk cruise missiles promised to Ukraine, it has been reported that around 2,000 Russian military sites would fall within range of Ukraine’s forces if Washington approves the delivery of the weapons. The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) said that the extended-range Tomahawk variant could be employed to about 2,500 kilometres (1,553 miles), which would put at least 1,945 Russian military targets in range.&nbsp;The reports listed various sites, including a large Shahed drone factory in the Alabuga industrial zone in Tatarstan and numerous military airfields. The report further claimed that 76 air bases would be reachable by the extended-range Tomahawks and 67 by the standard version.&nbsp;Meanwhile, George Barros, a Russia analyst with the ISW, told Kyiv Post that Ukraine has an “operational requirement of striking Russia’s intermediate and deep rear.”&nbsp;“If Ukraine had Tomahawk missiles, Ukraine could destroy the factory in Tatarstan that has the capacity to produce 2,700 of them monthly,” he noted.&nbsp;What's Russia's take on the missile?&nbsp;Russia said it was closely observing the possible deliveries of US Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine for use against Moscow in the ongoing war. However, the Kremlin further stated on Monday (September 29) that the long-range missile would not bring significant change to the battlefield. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov also said it was essential to find out if America or Ukraine supplied the targeting data for missiles.&nbsp;This came after the US Vice President JD Vance revealed on Sunday (September 28) that the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky asked for the long-range missiles for help in the war with Russia. Vance told Fox News that Trump would take the final call in the matter.&nbsp;‘We need it but won’t use it’&nbsp;Zelensky, during an interview with Axios, hinted that the US is planning to give a weapon system to his army that will help his country during the war with Russia. Axios' Barak Ravid asked the Ukrainian president, "What is the one tangible thing that you need Trump to give you in order for you to win on the battlefield?"&nbsp;Zelensky replied, "I told him about one thing we need. He said he will work on it.""Was it a weapon system?" Ravid asked. "Yes. We need it but it does not mean we will use it. That weapon is additional pressure on Putin for him to sit," Zelensky told the Axios host.

The report further claimed that 76 air bases would be reachable by the extended-range Tomahawks and 67 by the standard version.

Amid the discussion on the US Tomahawk cruise missiles promised to Ukraine, it has been reported that around 2,000 Russian military sites would fall within range of Ukraine’s forces if Washington approves the delivery of the weapons. The Institute for the Study of War (ISW) said that the extended-range Tomahawk variant could be employed to about 2,500 kilometres (1,553 miles), which would put at least 1,945 Russian military targets in range. The reports listed various sites, including a large Shahed drone factory in the Alabuga industrial zone in Tatarstan and numerous military airfields. The report further claimed that 76 air bases would be reachable by the extended-range Tomahawks and 67 by the standard version. Meanwhile, George Barros, a Russia analyst with the ISW, told Kyiv Post that Ukraine has an “operational requirement of striking Russia’s intermediate and deep rear.” “If Ukraine had Tomahawk missiles, Ukraine could destroy the factory in Tatarstan that has the capacity to produce 2,700 of them monthly,” he noted. What's Russia's take on the missile? Russia said it was closely observing the possible deliveries of US Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine for use against Moscow in the ongoing war. However, the Kremlin further stated on Monday (September 29) that the long-range missile would not bring significant change to the battlefield. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov also said it was essential to find out if America or Ukraine supplied the targeting data for missiles. This came after the US Vice President JD Vance revealed on Sunday (September 28) that the Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky asked for the long-range missiles for help in the war with Russia. Vance told Fox News that Trump would take the final call in the matter. ‘We need it but won’t use it’ Zelensky, during an interview with Axios, hinted that the US is planning to give a weapon system to his army that will help his country during the war with Russia. Axios' Barak Ravid asked the Ukrainian president, "What is the one tangible thing that you need Trump to give you in order for you to win on the battlefield?" Zelensky replied, "I told him about one thing we need. He said he will work on it." "Was it a weapon system?" Ravid asked. "Yes. We need it but it does not mean we will use it. That weapon is additional pressure on Putin for him to sit," Zelensky told the Axios host.

The report further claimed that 76 air bases would be reachable by the extended-range Tomahawks and 67 by the standard version.

US Tomahawk missiles: 2,000 Russian military sites, 76 air bases - Here’s what will be in danger if Trump gives the weapon to Zelensky

US President Donald Trump met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the White House on Tuesday (Oct 7). The two leaders held discussions on various topics, including trade, the Gaza war, and the Russia-Ukraine war. During their meeting, Trump stated that the US has a “natural business conflict” with its neighbour, adding that Canada would “get the right deal” from his administration.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/man-found-decapitated-in-his-new-york-home-police-detain-teen-stepson-1759843061054">Man found decapitated in his New York home; police detain teen stepson</a>The visit by the Canadian leader, who was repeatedly touted as a “great leader” by Trump, marked his second visit to the White House since taking office in April.“I think they’re going to walk away very happy,” Trump told reporters as he sat alongside Carney in the Oval Office. “And I think we've come a long way over the last few months, actually, in terms of that relationship.”The US president added that his country had a “natural conflict” over business with its neighbour as manufacturers were competing for the same market. Although he added that there was “nothing wrong with it.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nobel-prize-2025-in-physics-winners-who-are-john-clarke-michel-devoret-and-john-martinis-1759835061762">Nobel Prize 2025 in Physics winners: Who are John Clarke, Michel Devoret and John Martinis?</a>Carney said that he was confident that Canada would “get the right deal” from the Trump administration. During the meeting, the two leaders also shared laughter as Trump joked about the Canadian “merger”, referring to his prior calls for Canada to become the 51st US state.“He is a world-class leader," Trump said of Carney. “He’s a nice man, but he can be very nasty.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bear-scare-nobel-prize-winner-s-wife-startles-him-by-screaming-on-receiving-big-news-1759852658875">Bear scare! Nobel Prize winner’s wife startles him by screaming on receiving big news</a>The meetings came a day after Trump announced 25 per cent tariffs on all imported heavy trucks starting November 1.

During their meeting, Trump stated that the US has a “natural business conflict” with its neighbour, adding that Canada would “get the right deal” from his administration.

US President Donald Trump met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at the White House on Tuesday (Oct 7). The two leaders held discussions on various topics, including trade, the Gaza war, and the Russia-Ukraine war. During their meeting, Trump stated that the US has a “natural business conflict” with its neighbour, adding that Canada would “get the right deal” from his administration. Also read | Man found decapitated in his New York home; police detain teen stepson The visit by the Canadian leader, who was repeatedly touted as a “great leader” by Trump, marked his second visit to the White House since taking office in April. “I think they’re going to walk away very happy,” Trump told reporters as he sat alongside Carney in the Oval Office. “And I think we've come a long way over the last few months, actually, in terms of that relationship.” The US president added that his country had a “natural conflict” over business with its neighbour as manufacturers were competing for the same market. Although he added that there was “nothing wrong with it.” Also read | Nobel Prize 2025 in Physics winners: Who are John Clarke, Michel Devoret and John Martinis? Carney said that he was confident that Canada would “get the right deal” from the Trump administration. During the meeting, the two leaders also shared laughter as Trump joked about the Canadian “merger”, referring to his prior calls for Canada to become the 51st US state. “He is a world-class leader," Trump said of Carney. “He’s a nice man, but he can be very nasty.” Also read | Bear scare! Nobel Prize winner’s wife startles him by screaming on receiving big news The meetings came a day after Trump announced 25 per cent tariffs on all imported heavy trucks starting November 1.

During their meeting, Trump stated that the US has a “natural business conflict” with its neighbour, adding that Canada would “get the right deal” from his administration.

Trump-Carney meet: Canadian president says he would ‘get the right deal’ as Trump mentions ‘natural business conflict’

The US Supreme Court appeared poised on Tuesday to back a challenge by a Christian therapist to a Colorado law that bans "conversion therapy" for minors who are questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation. The case was brought by Kaley Chiles, a licensed mental health counselor who argues that the prohibition from holding such conversations with minors is a violation of her First Amendment free speech rights.Colorado's Minor Conversion Therapy Law, passed in 2019, prohibits licensed mental health professionals from trying to change the sexual orientation or gender identity of their patients under 18 years old.&nbsp;Conversion therapy is banned in more than 20 US states and much of Europe, with both the American Psychiatric Association and the American Psychological Association opposed to its use.&nbsp;"Miss Chiles is being silenced and the kids and families who want her help are unable to access it," James Campbell, her lawyer, told the conservative majority court during 90 minutes of oral arguments.&nbsp;"She's discussing concepts of identity and behavior and attractions and how they fit together," Campbell said. "That absolutely has to be protected by the First Amendment."Campbell, a lawyer with the Alliance Defending Freedom, a Christian legal advocacy group, dismissed studies showing conversion therapy can be harmful, saying they "treat voluntary conversations the same as shock therapy."&nbsp;Chiles brought her case before the nation's top court, where conservatives hold a 6-3 majority, after two lower courts ruled in favour of Colorado.<h2>‘Debunked’</h2>&nbsp;Justice Amy Coney Barrett, a conservative, asked Colorado Solicitor General Shannon Stevenson, who was defending the law, to point to the "best evidence" that talk therapy causes harm to minors.&nbsp;"All of the theories underlying conversion therapy have been debunked," Stevenson said, adding that there is "not a single expert, not a single study, not a single mental health professional willing to endorse conversion therapy."&nbsp;"People have been trying to do conversion therapy for 100 years with no record of success," she said.&nbsp;"The harms from conversion therapy come from when you tell a young person you can change this innate thing about yourself and they try and they try and they fail," she said."And then they have shame and they're miserable and then it ruins their relationships with their family."&nbsp;Justice Samuel Alito, an archconservative, pushed back, saying medical consensus is "usually very reasonable" but there have been occasions when it "has been politicised, has been taken over by ideology."&nbsp;Alito cited "a time when many medical professionals thought that certain people should not be permitted to procreate because they had low IQs" or recommended that children with Down Syndrome be institutionalised.&nbsp;After taking office for his second term in January, President Donald Trump said the US government would henceforth only recognise two genders -- male and female -- and signed an executive order restricting gender transition medical procedures for people under the age of 19.&nbsp;In June, the Supreme Court voted 6-3 to uphold a Tennessee state law banning hormone therapy, puberty blockers and gender transition surgery for minors. The court is expected to rule on the conversion therapy case in June and its decision could impact more than 20 other states with similar bans.&nbsp;The Supreme Court will also hear a challenge this term to state laws in Idaho and West Virginia that ban transgender girls from taking part in girls' sports -- another issue at the heart of the American culture wars.&nbsp;&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience. &nbsp;

Conversion therapy is banned in more than 20 US states and much of Europe, with both the American Psychiatric Association and the American Psychological Association opposed to its use.

The US Supreme Court appeared poised on Tuesday to back a challenge by a Christian therapist to a Colorado law that bans "conversion therapy" for minors who are questioning their gender identity or sexual orientation. The case was brought by Kaley Chiles, a licensed mental health counselor who argues that the prohibition from holding such conversations with minors is a violation of her First Amendment free speech rights. Colorado's Minor Conversion Therapy Law, passed in 2019, prohibits licensed mental health professionals from trying to change the sexual orientation or gender identity of their patients under 18 years old. Conversion therapy is banned in more than 20 US states and much of Europe, with both the American Psychiatric Association and the American Psychological Association opposed to its use. "Miss Chiles is being silenced and the kids and families who want her help are unable to access it," James Campbell, her lawyer, told the conservative majority court during 90 minutes of oral arguments. "She's discussing concepts of identity and behavior and attractions and how they fit together," Campbell said. "That absolutely has to be protected by the First Amendment." Campbell, a lawyer with the Alliance Defending Freedom, a Christian legal advocacy group, dismissed studies showing conversion therapy can be harmful, saying they "treat voluntary conversations the same as shock therapy." Chiles brought her case before the nation's top court, where conservatives hold a 6-3 majority, after two lower courts ruled in favour of Colorado. ‘Debunked’ Justice Amy Coney Barrett, a conservative, asked Colorado Solicitor General Shannon Stevenson, who was defending the law, to point to the "best evidence" that talk therapy causes harm to minors. "All of the theories underlying conversion therapy have been debunked," Stevenson said, adding that there is "not a single expert, not a single study, not a single mental health professional willing to endorse conversion therapy." "People have been trying to do conversion therapy for 100 years with no record of success," she said. "The harms from conversion therapy come from when you tell a young person you can change this innate thing about yourself and they try and they try and they fail," she said. "And then they have shame and they're miserable and then it ruins their relationships with their family." Justice Samuel Alito, an archconservative, pushed back, saying medical consensus is "usually very reasonable" but there have been occasions when it "has been politicised, has been taken over by ideology." Alito cited "a time when many medical professionals thought that certain people should not be permitted to procreate because they had low IQs" or recommended that children with Down Syndrome be institutionalised. After taking office for his second term in January, President Donald Trump said the US government would henceforth only recognise two genders -- male and female -- and signed an executive order restricting gender transition medical procedures for people under the age of 19. In June, the Supreme Court voted 6-3 to uphold a Tennessee state law banning hormone therapy, puberty blockers and gender transition surgery for minors. The court is expected to rule on the conversion therapy case in June and its decision could impact more than 20 other states with similar bans. The Supreme Court will also hear a challenge this term to state laws in Idaho and West Virginia that ban transgender girls from taking part in girls' sports -- another issue at the heart of the American culture wars. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Conversion therapy is banned in more than 20 US states and much of Europe, with both the American Psychiatric Association and the American Psychological Association opposed to its use.

US Supreme Court hears challenge to 'conversion therapy' ban for minors

The youth group spearheading the anti-government demonstration in Nepal, on Tuesday (Oct 7), filed an FIR against the ousted Prime Minister KP Oli and Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak. The FIR sought accountability in the deaths that occurred during the September uprising in the country. Kathmandu District Police confirmed that the FIR was registered against the two leaders. As reported by news agency PTI, Superintendent of Police Pawan Bhattarai mentioned that the police has forwarded the copy to high-level Judicial Investigation Commission headed by Justice Gauri Bahadur Karki.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/nepal-elections-groups-involved-in-gen-z-protests-discuss-forming-new-parties-1759843240268/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/nepal-elections-groups-involved-in-gen-z-protests-discuss-forming-new-parties-1759843240268/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Nepal Gen Z protests</h2>On September 4, Nepal announced a ban on 26 social media platforms as they failed to register and officially comply with the norms laid by the government. This move came after repeated efforts urging the companies to register with the country. The administration said this was to ensure the platform was used responsibly and was looking for more accountability. In hindsight, it was viewed as censorship to block free speech in the Himalayan country.&nbsp;On September 9, the youth of Nepal was enraged as they took to the streets, sloganeering against the current administration. Government property, offices and residences of ministers and former ministers were vandalised. The agitated demonstrators set everything in their sight ablaze. From the parliament buildings to 5-star hotels, nothing was spared.&nbsp;The protests have been dubbed as ‘Gen Z’ protests in Nepal after the youth's participation.<h2>The government's claim</h2>The Nepalese government claimed that social media users were registering with fake identities to spread hate in the country, also mentioning cybercrime as a factor. It was further said that harmony was being disturbed by using social media as a tool.&nbsp;<h2>The youth’s take</h2>The youth of the country was not convinced by the government’s reason behind the social media ban. It began as a protest against the ban on these platforms, which the youth said was a way to censor voices in the country. Social media may have been a trigger, but the unrest currently ongoing in Nepal is about corruption and economic disparity. &nbsp;&nbsp;

An FIR has been registered against Nepal's ouster PM KP Oli a month after Gen Z protests in the country.

The youth group spearheading the anti-government demonstration in Nepal, on Tuesday (Oct 7), filed an FIR against the ousted Prime Minister KP Oli and Home Minister Ramesh Lekhak. The FIR sought accountability in the deaths that occurred during the September uprising in the country. Kathmandu District Police confirmed that the FIR was registered against the two leaders. As reported by news agency PTI, Superintendent of Police Pawan Bhattarai mentioned that the police has forwarded the copy to high-level Judicial Investigation Commission headed by Justice Gauri Bahadur Karki. https://www.wionews.com/videos/nepal-elections-groups-involved-in-gen-z-protests-discuss-forming-new-parties-1759843240268/embed Nepal Gen Z protests On September 4, Nepal announced a ban on 26 social media platforms as they failed to register and officially comply with the norms laid by the government. This move came after repeated efforts urging the companies to register with the country. The administration said this was to ensure the platform was used responsibly and was looking for more accountability. In hindsight, it was viewed as censorship to block free speech in the Himalayan country. On September 9, the youth of Nepal was enraged as they took to the streets, sloganeering against the current administration. Government property, offices and residences of ministers and former ministers were vandalised. The agitated demonstrators set everything in their sight ablaze. From the parliament buildings to 5-star hotels, nothing was spared. The protests have been dubbed as ‘Gen Z’ protests in Nepal after the youth's participation. The government's claim The Nepalese government claimed that social media users were registering with fake identities to spread hate in the country, also mentioning cybercrime as a factor. It was further said that harmony was being disturbed by using social media as a tool. The youth’s take The youth of the country was not convinced by the government’s reason behind the social media ban. It began as a protest against the ban on these platforms, which the youth said was a way to censor voices in the country. Social media may have been a trigger, but the unrest currently ongoing in Nepal is about corruption and economic disparity.

An FIR has been registered against Nepal's ouster PM KP Oli a month after Gen Z protests in the country.

Nepal Gen-Z protests: FIR filed against ousted PM KP Oli & Home Minister

US President Donald Trump, while speaking from the White House on Tuesday (October 7), said that his team is in "serious negotiations on Gaza". Marking the two years of Israel-Hamas war in the Strip, the American president said, "Our team is in Egypt now, another team just left too. In serious negotiations on Gaza, there's a possibility we can have peace in the Middle East."&nbsp;"We have some natural conflict. natural business conflict there is nothing wrong. There will be something we will work together," the American president added. This came after Trump expressed his frustration at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for being "so f***ing negative" about the same.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-war-how-did-2-years-of-conflict-affect-gaza-in-numbers-1759849558528">Israel-Hamas war: How did 2 years of conflict affect Gaza - In numbers</a>&nbsp;“I think there's a possibility that we could have peace in the Middle East. It's something even beyond the Gaza situation. We want a release of the hostages immediately,” Trump said. Meanwhile, on the other hand, the Israeli PM said that the war in Gaza will only end when all hostages are returned and Hamas has been disarmed.&nbsp;Also, Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer is likely to join the ceasefire talks at Sharm el-Sheikh on Wednesday (October 8).&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/was-it-trump-us-president-answers-interview-questions-via-text-internet-wonders-what-s-wrong-with-his-health-1759853884623">Was it Trump? US President answers interview questions...via text. Internet wonders what's wrong with his health</a>&nbsp;Dermer is the head of the Israeli negotiation team, but he hasn’t been part of the Israel-Hamas indirect negotiations on Monday or Tuesday, which were handled by a lower-level delegation.&nbsp;Moreover, the American president also talked about the US government shutdown. “There are some people that don’t deserve to be taken care of, and we’ll take care of them in a different way,” Trump said during an event at the White House.

This came after Trump expressed his frustration at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for being so f***ing negative about the same.

US President Donald Trump, while speaking from the White House on Tuesday (October 7), said that his team is in "serious negotiations on Gaza". Marking the two years of Israel-Hamas war in the Strip, the American president said, "Our team is in Egypt now, another team just left too. In serious negotiations on Gaza, there's a possibility we can have peace in the Middle East." "We have some natural conflict. natural business conflict there is nothing wrong. There will be something we will work together," the American president added. This came after Trump expressed his frustration at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for being "so f***ing negative" about the same. Also read: Israel-Hamas war: How did 2 years of conflict affect Gaza - In numbers “I think there's a possibility that we could have peace in the Middle East. It's something even beyond the Gaza situation. We want a release of the hostages immediately,” Trump said. Meanwhile, on the other hand, the Israeli PM said that the war in Gaza will only end when all hostages are returned and Hamas has been disarmed. Also, Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs Ron Dermer is likely to join the ceasefire talks at Sharm el-Sheikh on Wednesday (October 8). Also read: Was it Trump? US President answers interview questions...via text. Internet wonders what's wrong with his health Dermer is the head of the Israeli negotiation team, but he hasn’t been part of the Israel-Hamas indirect negotiations on Monday or Tuesday, which were handled by a lower-level delegation. Moreover, the American president also talked about the US government shutdown. “There are some people that don’t deserve to be taken care of, and we’ll take care of them in a different way,” Trump said during an event at the White House.

This came after Trump expressed his frustration at Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for being "so f***ing negative" about the same.

'In serious negotiations on Gaza, possibility of peace in Middle East': Trump

The Israel-Hamas war completed two years on Tuesday (Oct 7) as the two parties are involved in the peace talks mediated by the US President Donald Trump. Both sides have suffered immeasurable loss of lives in these two years, with nations across the world continuing to call for peace. On the two-year milestone of the bloody conflict, Hamas issued a statement in which they accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of sabotaging previous ceasefire attempts and laid down their conditions of the ongoing peace talks.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-hamas-war-2-years-on-israel-hamas-war-divides-the-israelis-1759853269809/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-hamas-war-2-years-on-israel-hamas-war-divides-the-israelis-1759853269809/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Hamas warns Israel against sabotaging peace talks</h2>&nbsp;In the statement issued on the war's two-year completion, Hamas said that its "priority is the immediate halt of the aggression" in Gaza strip which has become the focal point of Israel's offensive. The two sides are currently engaging in the ceasefire talks in Egypt after US President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum to Hamas following the failure of previous rounds of peace talks.&nbsp;Hamas also warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against the attempts to "obstruct and sabotage the current round of negotiations."&nbsp;<h2>Hamas lays down conditions for ceasefire</h2>&nbsp;In the statement, Hamas has also laid down some conditions for the ongoing ceasefire talks in Egypt. It, however, assured that the “delegation participating in the current negotiations in Egypt is striving to overcome all obstacles to achieve an agreement.”&nbsp;<h2>Below are the conditions shared by Hamas for the ceasefire:</h2>&nbsp;<ul><li>A permanent and comprehensive ceasefire.</li><li>The full withdrawal of the occupation army from all areas of the Gaza Strip.</li><li>The unrestricted entry of humanitarian and relief aid.</li><li>Ensuring the return of the displaced to their residential areas.</li><li>The immediate start of a comprehensive reconstruction process under the supervision of a Palestinian national body of technocrats.</li><li>Concluding a fair prisoner exchange deal.</li></ul>

Hamas warns Israel against sabotaging peace talks. Hamas also warned Israeli PM Netanyahu against the attempts to "obstruct and sabotage the current round of negotiations."

The Israel-Hamas war completed two years on Tuesday (Oct 7) as the two parties are involved in the peace talks mediated by the US President Donald Trump. Both sides have suffered immeasurable loss of lives in these two years, with nations across the world continuing to call for peace. On the two-year milestone of the bloody conflict, Hamas issued a statement in which they accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of sabotaging previous ceasefire attempts and laid down their conditions of the ongoing peace talks. https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-hamas-war-2-years-on-israel-hamas-war-divides-the-israelis-1759853269809/embed Hamas warns Israel against sabotaging peace talks In the statement issued on the war's two-year completion, Hamas said that its "priority is the immediate halt of the aggression" in Gaza strip which has become the focal point of Israel's offensive. The two sides are currently engaging in the ceasefire talks in Egypt after US President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum to Hamas following the failure of previous rounds of peace talks. Hamas also warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against the attempts to "obstruct and sabotage the current round of negotiations." Hamas lays down conditions for ceasefire In the statement, Hamas has also laid down some conditions for the ongoing ceasefire talks in Egypt. It, however, assured that the “delegation participating in the current negotiations in Egypt is striving to overcome all obstacles to achieve an agreement.” Below are the conditions shared by Hamas for the ceasefire: A permanent and comprehensive ceasefire. The full withdrawal of the occupation army from all areas of the Gaza Strip. The unrestricted entry of humanitarian and relief aid. Ensuring the return of the displaced to their residential areas. The immediate start of a comprehensive reconstruction process under the supervision of a Palestinian national body of technocrats. Concluding a fair prisoner exchange deal.

Hamas warns Israel against sabotaging peace talks. Hamas also warned Israeli PM Netanyahu against the attempts to "obstruct and sabotage the current round of negotiations."

'Priority is immediate halt of aggression': Hamas says on two-year completion of war, shares ceasefire conditions

There's a new ocean in making in the world as Africa - one of the largest continents in the world is splitting apart at its East coast. The process, despite being slower in general sense, could change the Earth's geography drastically in comparison to what is visible today. The process would also make Red Sea and Gulf of Aden meet with the new ocean in a rare tri-junction of large water bodies. The event, when occurs, would be similar to how the early Atlantic ocean was created when South America drifted from Africa millions of years ago.&nbsp;<h2>Where is the new ocean being made up?</h2>&nbsp;The new ocean is in the process of making on the East coat of Africa where countries namely Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia are situated. The process is being carried out underneath the Earth surface on the above mentioned area where East African Rift lies. It starts from Ethiopia's Afar region and stretches to Tanzania and Mozambique in South East of the continent while passing through Kenya.&nbsp;The African plate in the region divides into the Nubian block on the west side and Somali block on the east. The crack in the rift are widening each year and eventually would pave the way for a new ocean which would also meet Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.&nbsp;<h2>How a ocean is created?</h2>&nbsp;The process of making of a new ocean starts lava underneath the rift comes up due to various reasons including earthquake. The Afar region lies on a fault line which means frequent earthquakes. Once the lava flows, magma opens up the intrusions called dikes. These dikes push the rocks made by cooled down lava to the side and the fault line deepens. The Earth crust above becomes thin and eventually seawater flows in to make the narrow basin a spreading ridge.&nbsp;<h2>What is the timeline of making a new ocean in Africa?</h2>&nbsp;The rate of cracks widening is a few millimeters per year. While this number may seem too small in general, it is shape-changing in terms of Earth's geography. The current East African Rift may take about 5 to 10 million years to tear apart and an ocean to run through it at the current rate as per the scientists.

The new ocean is in the process of making on the East coat of Africa where countries namely Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia are situated.

There's a new ocean in making in the world as Africa - one of the largest continents in the world is splitting apart at its East coast. The process, despite being slower in general sense, could change the Earth's geography drastically in comparison to what is visible today. The process would also make Red Sea and Gulf of Aden meet with the new ocean in a rare tri-junction of large water bodies. The event, when occurs, would be similar to how the early Atlantic ocean was created when South America drifted from Africa millions of years ago. Where is the new ocean being made up? The new ocean is in the process of making on the East coat of Africa where countries namely Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia are situated. The process is being carried out underneath the Earth surface on the above mentioned area where East African Rift lies. It starts from Ethiopia's Afar region and stretches to Tanzania and Mozambique in South East of the continent while passing through Kenya. The African plate in the region divides into the Nubian block on the west side and Somali block on the east. The crack in the rift are widening each year and eventually would pave the way for a new ocean which would also meet Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden. How a ocean is created? The process of making of a new ocean starts lava underneath the rift comes up due to various reasons including earthquake. The Afar region lies on a fault line which means frequent earthquakes. Once the lava flows, magma opens up the intrusions called dikes. These dikes push the rocks made by cooled down lava to the side and the fault line deepens. The Earth crust above becomes thin and eventually seawater flows in to make the narrow basin a spreading ridge. What is the timeline of making a new ocean in Africa? The rate of cracks widening is a few millimeters per year. While this number may seem too small in general, it is shape-changing in terms of Earth's geography. The current East African Rift may take about 5 to 10 million years to tear apart and an ocean to run through it at the current rate as per the scientists.

The new ocean is in the process of making on the East coat of Africa where countries namely Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia are situated.

A new ocean in the making: This as Africa continues to split into two on east coast

US President Donald Trump is once again in discussion about his health as he was seen answering in a recent interview via text. The 79-year-old delivered State of the Union host Jake Tapper an exclusive interview on CNN, but, strangely, he texted his answers at an unspecified period before the show rather than calling or speaking in person. Moreover, the president's texts were displayed graphically on the screen during the interview.&nbsp;The Republican's health has been at the centre of discussion since he became the oldest president in American history.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-zohran-mamdani-visits-temples-in-nyc-says-proud-of-my-hindu-heritage-1759838827884">WATCH: Zohran Mamdani visits temples in NYC, says ‘proud of my Hindu heritage’</a>&nbsp;In his message, Trump said that he hoped the current Israel conflict would end peacefully and that Hamas would be “completely obliterated” if they did not return the captives.&nbsp;How did the internet react?&nbsp;After the CNN interview went live, netizens blasted the internet with their conspiracy theories regarding the president.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/syria-kurdish-forces-announce-comprehensive-ceasefire-here-s-what-it-means-1759837864188">Syria-Kurdish force announce ‘comprehensive’ ceasefire. Here’s what it means</a>&nbsp;“'Texted'... 'Proof of life'?” one person said.&nbsp;“CNN announces that Jake Tapper has interviewed Trump about the Gaza deal... The show opens and Tapper says the interview was via text message!” another tweeted.&nbsp;“What is wrong with Donald Trump so that he is not able to even do a telephone interview?” a third user commented.&nbsp;Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-must-move-quickly-or-trump-warns-hamas-says-will-not-tolerate-any-delay-in-gaza-peace-plan-1759592960348">‘Must move quickly, or....’: Trump warns Hamas, says will ‘not tolerate’ any delay in Gaza peace plan</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, a fourth user said, “Anyone could have answered those questions for him. How does Tapper even ensure that was Trump? That was pathetic."

In his message, Trump said that he hoped the current Israel conflict would end peacefully and that Hamas would be completely obliterated if they did not return the captives.



US President Donald Trump is once again in discussion about his health as he was seen answering in a recent interview via text. The 79-year-old delivered State of the Union host Jake Tapper an exclusive interview on CNN, but, strangely, he texted his answers at an unspecified period before the show rather than calling or speaking in person. Moreover, the president's texts were displayed graphically on the screen during the interview. The Republican's health has been at the centre of discussion since he became the oldest president in American history. Also read: WATCH: Zohran Mamdani visits temples in NYC, says ‘proud of my Hindu heritage’ In his message, Trump said that he hoped the current Israel conflict would end peacefully and that Hamas would be “completely obliterated” if they did not return the captives. How did the internet react? After the CNN interview went live, netizens blasted the internet with their conspiracy theories regarding the president. Also read: Syria-Kurdish force announce ‘comprehensive’ ceasefire. Here’s what it means “'Texted'... 'Proof of life'?” one person said. “CNN announces that Jake Tapper has interviewed Trump about the Gaza deal... The show opens and Tapper says the interview was via text message!” another tweeted. “What is wrong with Donald Trump so that he is not able to even do a telephone interview?” a third user commented. Also read:‘Must move quickly, or....’: Trump warns Hamas, says will ‘not tolerate’ any delay in Gaza peace plan Meanwhile, a fourth user said, “Anyone could have answered those questions for him. How does Tapper even ensure that was Trump? That was pathetic."

In his message, Trump said that he hoped the current Israel conflict would end peacefully and that Hamas would be “completely obliterated” if they did not return the captives.&nbsp;

Was it Trump? US President answers interview questions...via text. Internet wonders what's wrong with his health

Fred Ramsdell, one of the three scientists who won the 2025 Nobel Medicine Prize, thought her wife spotted a grizzly bear in the wild while on his “off the grid” vacation, only to discover that he had won the most coveted award in science. Ramsdell, along with Mary Brunkow and Shimon Sakaguchi, won the award for their work that demonstrated how the immune system spares healthy cells. Ramsdell could not be reached by the Nobel Assembly after the award was announced on Monday (Oct 6), as he was on a camping and hiking trip with his wife.Thomas Perlmann, Secretary-General of the Nobel Assembly at the Karolinska Institute, said it took until Tuesday morning before he could reach the laureate, who was completely off-grid when the award was announced the previous day.Perlmann said Ramsdell and his wife were on their way back to their hotel when they stopped to fix something in their car. She then switched on her cell phone and saw the messages regarding her husband’s win.“They were still in the wild and there are plenty of grizzly bears there, so he was quite worried when she let out a yell,” Perlmann told Reuters. “Fortunately, it was the Nobel Prize. He was very happy and elated and had not expected the prize at all.”It is not the first time Nobel announcements have had hiccups. In 2016, poet and musician Bob Dylan ignored his Nobel literature prize for weeks. In 2011, it was found that a medicine prize winner had died days before the announcement.The 2025 Nobel Prize in Medicine was awarded to the three researchers for their collective work in understanding immune system regulation, specifically the role of “regulatory T-cells” in maintaining immune tolerance. This discovery has opened up new possibilities in medicine, leading to clinical trials exploring potential treatments. In 1995, Sakaguchi made the first breakthrough by identifying a new class of immune cells that protect the body from autoimmune diseases. Ramsdell and Brunkow furthered this research in 2001, contributing to the development of what has become a promising area of medical study.

Thomas Perlmann, Secretary-General of the Nobel Assembly at the Karolinska Institute, said it took until Tuesday morning before he could reach the laureate, who was completely off-grid when the award was announced the previous day.

Fred Ramsdell, one of the three scientists who won the 2025 Nobel Medicine Prize, thought her wife spotted a grizzly bear in the wild while on his “off the grid” vacation, only to discover that he had won the most coveted award in science. Ramsdell, along with Mary Brunkow and Shimon Sakaguchi, won the award for their work that demonstrated how the immune system spares healthy cells. Ramsdell could not be reached by the Nobel Assembly after the award was announced on Monday (Oct 6), as he was on a camping and hiking trip with his wife. Thomas Perlmann, Secretary-General of the Nobel Assembly at the Karolinska Institute, said it took until Tuesday morning before he could reach the laureate, who was completely off-grid when the award was announced the previous day. Perlmann said Ramsdell and his wife were on their way back to their hotel when they stopped to fix something in their car. She then switched on her cell phone and saw the messages regarding her husband’s win. “They were still in the wild and there are plenty of grizzly bears there, so he was quite worried when she let out a yell,” Perlmann told Reuters. “Fortunately, it was the Nobel Prize. He was very happy and elated and had not expected the prize at all.” It is not the first time Nobel announcements have had hiccups. In 2016, poet and musician Bob Dylan ignored his Nobel literature prize for weeks. In 2011, it was found that a medicine prize winner had died days before the announcement. The 2025 Nobel Prize in Medicine was awarded to the three researchers for their collective work in understanding immune system regulation, specifically the role of “regulatory T-cells” in maintaining immune tolerance. This discovery has opened up new possibilities in medicine, leading to clinical trials exploring potential treatments. In 1995, Sakaguchi made the first breakthrough by identifying a new class of immune cells that protect the body from autoimmune diseases. Ramsdell and Brunkow furthered this research in 2001, contributing to the development of what has become a promising area of medical study.

Thomas Perlmann, Secretary-General of the Nobel Assembly at the Karolinska Institute, said it took until Tuesday morning before he could reach the laureate, who was completely off-grid when the award was announced the previous day.

Bear scare! Nobel Prize winner’s wife startles him by screaming on receiving big news

On October 7, 2025, it has been two years since the Israel-Hamas war began. It all started on October 7, 2023, when Israel launched an occupation in Gaza in response to attacks on southern Israel by fighters from the Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas. During the Hamas attack, at least 1,139 people died, and about 240 were taken into Gaza as captives.&nbsp;In response to this, Benjamin Netanyahu-led Israel started bombing the Gaza Strip and tightened its longstanding blockade.&nbsp;&nbsp;Over 67,000 killed in Gaza, and the number is going up&nbsp;In these two years of war, at least 67,000 Palestinians have been killed, and more than thousands are still under the rubble in the Gaza Strip. Moreover, at least 20,000 children are among the Palestinians killed in the Israeli attacks so far. This means that at least one child has been killed every hour in Gaza. This also means, one out of 33 people was killed in the Strip.&nbsp;The Palestinian Ministry of Health says that it counts the deaths based on the people brought to the hospitals. Hence, the true number is unknown and is likely much higher because the official death toll does not include those who perished under rubble or are missing.&nbsp;Infrastructure damage&nbsp;At least 4,36,000 houses were damaged or destroyed in Gaza by the Israeli strikes. The number is 92 per cent of the total houses in the Strip. Moreover, 2.1 million Palestinians were displaced in Gaza, which is 95 per cent of the total population of the Strip.&nbsp;Over 80 per cent of Gaza's territory is estimated to be currently under an Israeli military evacuation order or combat zone, or otherwise barred to Palestinians.&nbsp;Moreover, 518 schools and other educational institutions were destroyed in the Strip - which is 90 per cent of schools in Gaza. Around 7,45,000 children and university-age students have been thrown out of formal education in Gaza since the war began.&nbsp;The situation of healthcare&nbsp;At least 654 healthcare facilities were destroyed in Israeli attacks during the two-year-long war, and still going on. In addition, at least 1,700 health workers have been killed.

In these two years of war, at least 67,000 Palestinians have been killed, and more than thousands are still under the rubble in the Gaza Strip. Moreover, at least 20,000 children are among the Palestinians killed in the Israeli attacks so far.

On October 7, 2025, it has been two years since the Israel-Hamas war began. It all started on October 7, 2023, when Israel launched an occupation in Gaza in response to attacks on southern Israel by fighters from the Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas. During the Hamas attack, at least 1,139 people died, and about 240 were taken into Gaza as captives. In response to this, Benjamin Netanyahu-led Israel started bombing the Gaza Strip and tightened its longstanding blockade. Over 67,000 killed in Gaza, and the number is going up In these two years of war, at least 67,000 Palestinians have been killed, and more than thousands are still under the rubble in the Gaza Strip. Moreover, at least 20,000 children are among the Palestinians killed in the Israeli attacks so far. This means that at least one child has been killed every hour in Gaza. This also means, one out of 33 people was killed in the Strip. The Palestinian Ministry of Health says that it counts the deaths based on the people brought to the hospitals. Hence, the true number is unknown and is likely much higher because the official death toll does not include those who perished under rubble or are missing. Infrastructure damage At least 4,36,000 houses were damaged or destroyed in Gaza by the Israeli strikes. The number is 92 per cent of the total houses in the Strip. Moreover, 2.1 million Palestinians were displaced in Gaza, which is 95 per cent of the total population of the Strip. Over 80 per cent of Gaza's territory is estimated to be currently under an Israeli military evacuation order or combat zone, or otherwise barred to Palestinians. Moreover, 518 schools and other educational institutions were destroyed in the Strip - which is 90 per cent of schools in Gaza. Around 7,45,000 children and university-age students have been thrown out of formal education in Gaza since the war began. The situation of healthcare At least 654 healthcare facilities were destroyed in Israeli attacks during the two-year-long war, and still going on. In addition, at least 1,700 health workers have been killed.

In these two years of war, at least 67,000 Palestinians have been killed, and more than thousands are still under the rubble in the Gaza Strip. Moreover, at least 20,000 children are among the Palestinians killed in the Israeli attacks so far.

Israel-Hamas war: How did 2 years of conflict affect Gaza - In numbers

France's political crisis is getting muddier with each passing day and especially after the resignation of the country's latest Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu. Amid the ongoing crisis, former French PM Édouard Philippe has asked President Emmanuel Macron to announce early election in the nation. So far, Macron was getting these calls from opposition parties only but now his own ally has made a comment which reflects the deepening political crisis in the European nation. Apart from Philippe, another former PM Gabriel Attal also distanced himself from the French president.&nbsp;<h2>What did Eduardo Philippe say about ally Macron?</h2>&nbsp;Philippe, who was the French prime minister between 2017 to 2020, wants Macron to take 'initiative' to announce the early election in the country but not before the next year's budget. It is France's 2026 budget which has brought political instability in the country with Macron's policy about pension and retirement not going down well with the public.In an interview to French radio station RTL, Philippe said that "he's not in favour of his immediate and abrupt resignation" but Macron staying till 2027 elections "would be far too long and would harm France."&nbsp;Attal, who was the country's prime minister in 2024 for six months, meanwhile, said "like many French people, I no longer understand the president’s decisions," while talking to broadcaster TF1 on Monday (Oct 6).&nbsp;<h2>What next in France political scene?</h2>&nbsp;After Lecornu's resignation, Macron has given him 48 hours to make a last attempt at stability in the current French political situation. Lecornu was appointed the prime minister less than a month ago and became the third French PM to quit the office since December last year. He resigned shortly after announcing his cabinet which was criticised vehemently across the board. Lecornu had replaced François Bayrou, whose government collapsed after MPs refused to back his budget. Bayrou had become the PM after Michel Barnier's ouster last December.

France political crisis: Apart from Philippe, another former PM Gabriel Attal also distanced himself from the French president Macron

France's political crisis is getting muddier with each passing day and especially after the resignation of the country's latest Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu. Amid the ongoing crisis, former French PM Édouard Philippe has asked President Emmanuel Macron to announce early election in the nation. So far, Macron was getting these calls from opposition parties only but now his own ally has made a comment which reflects the deepening political crisis in the European nation. Apart from Philippe, another former PM Gabriel Attal also distanced himself from the French president. What did Eduardo Philippe say about ally Macron? Philippe, who was the French prime minister between 2017 to 2020, wants Macron to take 'initiative' to announce the early election in the country but not before the next year's budget. It is France's 2026 budget which has brought political instability in the country with Macron's policy about pension and retirement not going down well with the public. In an interview to French radio station RTL, Philippe said that "he's not in favour of his immediate and abrupt resignation" but Macron staying till 2027 elections "would be far too long and would harm France." Attal, who was the country's prime minister in 2024 for six months, meanwhile, said "like many French people, I no longer understand the president’s decisions," while talking to broadcaster TF1 on Monday (Oct 6). What next in France political scene? After Lecornu's resignation, Macron has given him 48 hours to make a last attempt at stability in the current French political situation. Lecornu was appointed the prime minister less than a month ago and became the third French PM to quit the office since December last year. He resigned shortly after announcing his cabinet which was criticised vehemently across the board. Lecornu had replaced François Bayrou, whose government collapsed after MPs refused to back his budget. Bayrou had become the PM after Michel Barnier's ouster last December.

France political crisis: Apart from Philippe, another former PM Gabriel Attal also distanced himself from the French president Macron

Former PM and French president's ally Eduardo Philippe wants Macron to call for early election

On Tuesday (Oct 7), as Russian President Vladimir Putin celebrates his 73rd birthday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated him and conveyed his best wishes for good health and success in all his endeavours. The two leaders exchanged pleasantries on the call and also reaffirmed their commitment to further deepen the India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. PM Modi also expressed that he looks forward to welcoming President Putin to India.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/short-videos/trump-weighs-tomahawk-missiles-ukraine-to-ramp-up-flamingo-missile-production-1759833335928/embed">https://www.wionews.com/short-videos/trump-weighs-tomahawk-missiles-ukraine-to-ramp-up-flamingo-missile-production-1759833335928/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;PM Modi and President Putin reviewed the progress in bilateral agenda, and reaffirmed their commitment to further deepen the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between India and Russia. PM Modi conveyed that he looks forward to welcoming President Putin to India for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit.&nbsp;<h2>About the India-Russia Annual Summit</h2>&nbsp;India, Russia annual summit is due to take place in the month of December, for which Russian President Vladimir Putin will be travelling to India. Last week, speaking at Valdai Forum, the Russian President said that he is “looking forward to my trip in early December and I highly await my meeting with my dear friend, our trustworthy partner, PM Modi.” The summit alternates between the two countries, and last year PM Modi had travelled to Russia for the summit.&nbsp;As part of the ongoing engagement, Indian NSA Ajit Doval and External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar have been to Russia this year and both of them called on Russian President, which is significant. Besides a number of telephonic conversations between them, PM Modi and Russian President Putin met on the sidelines of the SCO Summit in Tianjin. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov could travel to Delhi ahead of the annual summit, as part of the preparations for the December meeting between the top leaders.&nbsp;Defence, energy, and trade form the key pillars of Indo-Russian ties. Russia remains India’s largest defence supplier and has been a key partner in terms of technology transfer and co-development. S400s, which India bought from Russia, played a key role during India’s Operation Sindoor, a counter terror operation in Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack. The BrahMos supersonic cruise missile is a key example of India-Russia joint venture, and it proved its reliability during Operation Sindoor and is being exported to countries like Philippines. India-Russia trade stands over $60 billion, driven by import of Russian energy by Indian companies.&nbsp;

Indian PM Modi wishes Russian President on his 73rd birthday. He also expressed that he looks forward to welcoming Putin to India.

On Tuesday (Oct 7), as Russian President Vladimir Putin celebrates his 73rd birthday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated him and conveyed his best wishes for good health and success in all his endeavours. The two leaders exchanged pleasantries on the call and also reaffirmed their commitment to further deepen the India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. PM Modi also expressed that he looks forward to welcoming President Putin to India. https://www.wionews.com/short-videos/trump-weighs-tomahawk-missiles-ukraine-to-ramp-up-flamingo-missile-production-1759833335928/embed PM Modi and President Putin reviewed the progress in bilateral agenda, and reaffirmed their commitment to further deepen the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between India and Russia. PM Modi conveyed that he looks forward to welcoming President Putin to India for the 23rd India-Russia Annual Summit. About the India-Russia Annual Summit India, Russia annual summit is due to take place in the month of December, for which Russian President Vladimir Putin will be travelling to India. Last week, speaking at Valdai Forum, the Russian President said that he is “looking forward to my trip in early December and I highly await my meeting with my dear friend, our trustworthy partner, PM Modi.” The summit alternates between the two countries, and last year PM Modi had travelled to Russia for the summit. As part of the ongoing engagement, Indian NSA Ajit Doval and External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar have been to Russia this year and both of them called on Russian President, which is significant. Besides a number of telephonic conversations between them, PM Modi and Russian President Putin met on the sidelines of the SCO Summit in Tianjin. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov could travel to Delhi ahead of the annual summit, as part of the preparations for the December meeting between the top leaders. Defence, energy, and trade form the key pillars of Indo-Russian ties. Russia remains India’s largest defence supplier and has been a key partner in terms of technology transfer and co-development. S400s, which India bought from Russia, played a key role during India’s Operation Sindoor, a counter terror operation in Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack. The BrahMos supersonic cruise missile is a key example of India-Russia joint venture, and it proved its reliability during Operation Sindoor and is being exported to countries like Philippines. India-Russia trade stands over $60 billion, driven by import of Russian energy by Indian companies.

Indian PM Modi wishes Russian President on his 73rd birthday. He also expressed that he looks forward to welcoming Putin to India.

'Looking forward to your India visit': PM Modi wishes Russian President Putin on his 73rd birthday

Trump, 79, seems to be battling with mortality like everyone else of his age does. On Monday, while talking to reporters, he once again highlighted his desire to get into heaven. He said that he wanted to prove to God that he is good enough for the next step. For that purpose, he is considering a pardon for the convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell. Earlier on Sunday, Trump agreed to an interview with CNN anchor Jake Tapper, but instead of talking directly or over the phone. He answered the questions over texts at an unspecified time, sparking fresh interest in his health.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-racist-ai-video-jeffries-schumer-shutdown-1759207463978">Jeffries in sombrero and Schumer in fake voice, Trump posts racist AI deepfake video amid government shutdown standoff</a>&nbsp;During the interview at Oval Office event, when Trump was asked about organising a prayer meet prior to the country's 250th anniversary next year, he replied, “We’re dealing with lots of different faiths, religions. And I felt for a long time that if a country doesn’t have religion, doesn’t have faith, doesn’t have God, it’s gonna be very hard to be a good country.”&nbsp;He insisted that there is no reason to be good if he didn't have to prove to God. "You know, there's no reason to be good. I want to be good because you want to prove to God, so you go to that next step, right? So that's very important to me."&nbsp;This statement has triggered people online, as they discuss the possibility of him ‘standing at the door’ of death. However, even if he is in an emotional phase, his questionable explanation of mortality focuses on God's approval narratives, instead of human ethics. Religious people sometimes place their mortality as a subject to the approval of divine contingency. In psychology, it is known as 'transcendent moral locus of control'. In simple words, you're good not because you believe in being good but because you are afraid of external or divine obligations, or you want divine approval for your goodness. This kind of reasoning is very usual with Evangelical Christianity and all other religious moralities.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/medvedev-mocks-trump-submarines-russia-us-relations-2025-1759313114058">‘Hard to find a black cat in a dark room’: Medvedev mocks Trump’s ‘elusive’ submarines near Russia</a>&nbsp;Trump, back in August, said that he hoped to bring peace between Ukraine and Russia, so that he is accepted in heaven. He said that he is listening he is not doing so well, while talking to Fox and Friends after hosting European leaders like Zelensky.&nbsp;

Donald Trump, 79, discusses his desire to prove to God he is ‘good enough,’ hints at considering a pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell, and shares his views on religion, morality, and mortality.

Trump, 79, seems to be battling with mortality like everyone else of his age does. On Monday, while talking to reporters, he once again highlighted his desire to get into heaven. He said that he wanted to prove to God that he is good enough for the next step. For that purpose, he is considering a pardon for the convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell. Earlier on Sunday, Trump agreed to an interview with CNN anchor Jake Tapper, but instead of talking directly or over the phone. He answered the questions over texts at an unspecified time, sparking fresh interest in his health. Also Read: Jeffries in sombrero and Schumer in fake voice, Trump posts racist AI deepfake video amid government shutdown standoff During the interview at Oval Office event, when Trump was asked about organising a prayer meet prior to the country's 250th anniversary next year, he replied, “We’re dealing with lots of different faiths, religions. And I felt for a long time that if a country doesn’t have religion, doesn’t have faith, doesn’t have God, it’s gonna be very hard to be a good country.” He insisted that there is no reason to be good if he didn't have to prove to God. "You know, there's no reason to be good. I want to be good because you want to prove to God, so you go to that next step, right? So that's very important to me." This statement has triggered people online, as they discuss the possibility of him ‘standing at the door’ of death. However, even if he is in an emotional phase, his questionable explanation of mortality focuses on God's approval narratives, instead of human ethics. Religious people sometimes place their mortality as a subject to the approval of divine contingency. In psychology, it is known as 'transcendent moral locus of control'. In simple words, you're good not because you believe in being good but because you are afraid of external or divine obligations, or you want divine approval for your goodness. This kind of reasoning is very usual with Evangelical Christianity and all other religious moralities. Also Read: ‘Hard to find a black cat in a dark room’: Medvedev mocks Trump’s ‘elusive’ submarines near Russia Trump, back in August, said that he hoped to bring peace between Ukraine and Russia, so that he is accepted in heaven. He said that he is listening he is not doing so well, while talking to Fox and Friends after hosting European leaders like Zelensky.

Donald Trump, 79, discusses his desire to prove to God he is ‘good enough,’ hints at considering a pardon for Ghislaine Maxwell, and shares his views on religion, morality, and mortality.

Trump considering pardon for convicted sex trafficker Ghislane Maxwell, wants to prove to God he is 'good enough'

A 45-year-old man was found dead after allegedly being decapitated by his girlfriend’s son in his Staten Island home in New York on Monday (Oct 6), the police said. The 19-year-old has been taken into custody after the victim’s body was discovered in the bathtub with multiple stab wounds to his head and neck.The police responded to a call for a person stabbed at 380 Cary Ave in the West Brighton section just before 4:30 pm. The man was pronounced dead at the scene.The New York Post reported, citing a close friend, that the murdered man was a DSNY worker and was forced to go on disability after severe vision loss. The teen, who had a long history of mental health issues, reportedly told his younger sister that he “did something bad” after she came home from school, the report added, citing sources.The man’s decapitated body was discovered by the sister after she walked through multiple blood trails. The victim still had a knife stuck in his neck when the police arrived at the scene. The NY Post reported that the family had a history of domestic incident reports.The 19-year-old stepson has been taken into custody but has not been charged yet. It is unclear what led to the violent stabbing. The police said that the stepson has no prior arrests. An investigation is underway into the incident.Longtime close friends of the victim, Louis Ortiz, 47, and Donna Ortiz, 46, who rushed to the spot after seeing the news on TV.Louis told The Post, “It’s a crime scene. It’s crazy. I can’t even believe I was looking at my friend’s house on the TV screen. And I had to get up and run over here because I didn’t want to believe that it was true until I saw it with my eyes.”“This didn’t deserve to happen to him. He was just about to retire and live his life as best as he could,” Donna said.

The 19-year-old stepson has been taken into custody but has not been charged yet. It is unclear what led to the violent stabbing. The police said that the stepson has no prior arrests. An investigation is underway into the incident.

A 45-year-old man was found dead after allegedly being decapitated by his girlfriend’s son in his Staten Island home in New York on Monday (Oct 6), the police said. The 19-year-old has been taken into custody after the victim’s body was discovered in the bathtub with multiple stab wounds to his head and neck. The police responded to a call for a person stabbed at 380 Cary Ave in the West Brighton section just before 4:30 pm. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. The New York Post reported, citing a close friend, that the murdered man was a DSNY worker and was forced to go on disability after severe vision loss. The teen, who had a long history of mental health issues, reportedly told his younger sister that he “did something bad” after she came home from school, the report added, citing sources. The man’s decapitated body was discovered by the sister after she walked through multiple blood trails. The victim still had a knife stuck in his neck when the police arrived at the scene. The NY Post reported that the family had a history of domestic incident reports. The 19-year-old stepson has been taken into custody but has not been charged yet. It is unclear what led to the violent stabbing. The police said that the stepson has no prior arrests. An investigation is underway into the incident. Longtime close friends of the victim, Louis Ortiz, 47, and Donna Ortiz, 46, who rushed to the spot after seeing the news on TV. Louis told The Post, “It’s a crime scene. It’s crazy. I can’t even believe I was looking at my friend’s house on the TV screen. And I had to get up and run over here because I didn’t want to believe that it was true until I saw it with my eyes.” “This didn’t deserve to happen to him. He was just about to retire and live his life as best as he could,” Donna said.

The 19-year-old stepson has been taken into custody but has not been charged yet. It is unclear what led to the violent stabbing. The police said that the stepson has no prior arrests. An investigation is underway into the incident.

Man found decapitated in his New York home; police detain teen stepson

Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic candidate for the New York City mayoral election, visited Hindu temples in the American city and said he was "proud" of his Hindu heritage. Mamdani, who is the son of the Indian-American filmmaker Mira Nair, visited Flushing, Queens, to offer prayers at the city’s two temples. During his visit, Mamdani said he was proud of being the first Indian-American mayor of NYC (Elections are scheduled for November 4 this year) and vowed that he would oppose federal immigration enforcement and improve multilingual communication throughout the city.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">.<a href="https://twitter.com/ZohranKMamdani?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@zohrankmamdani</a> visits Ganesh Temple in Flushing <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Queens?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Queens</a> today with a warm reception from Hindu leaders and supporters. This campaign is for all New Yorkers 🙏🏽 <a href="https://t.co/nCD2YCV8Cj">pic.twitter.com/nCD2YCV8Cj</a>&mdash; Ali Najmi (@Ali_Najmi) <a href="https://twitter.com/Ali_Najmi/status/1974986883722797399?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 5, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Mamdani won the Democratic mayoral primary in June. During his temple visit, he talked about his ties with the Hindu community, saying that his mother is a Hindu and he was raised with a deep appreciation for the faith. Mamdani's father is Ugandan academic Mahmood Mamdani, who is a Muslim. Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-peacekeeper-because-of-tariffs-trump-repeats-india-pakistan-ceasefire-claims-again-1759811306434">'Peacekeeper because of tariffs': Trump repeats India-Pakistan ceasefire claims</a>&nbsp;"I'm proud of my Hindu heritage, I'm proud to be someone who would be the first Muslim mayor of this city, and I'm proud to hold all of those things together," Mamdani was quoted as saying by NepYork, a New York-based news portal.&nbsp;"I am proud that I would be the first Indian-American mayor of this city. I am proud of the fact that my mother's family is Hindu. And I grew up with a keen understanding, whilst myself being a Muslim, what Hinduism means. The stories that I learned, the tradition, the faith, the practices," Mamdani further told the reporters present there. Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/syria-kurdish-forces-announce-comprehensive-ceasefire-here-s-what-it-means-1759837864188">Syria-Kurdish force announce ‘comprehensive’ ceasefire. Here’s what it means</a>&nbsp;Moreover, Mamdani also promised a strong stance against ICE enforcement in the city. He said, "New Yorkers are living in fear, oftentimes, of even leaving their homes because they've seen how ICE is treating people across this country."

Mamdani won the Democratic mayoral primary in June. During his temple visit, he talked about his ties with the Hindu community, saying that his mother is a Hindu and he was raised with a deep appreciation for the faith. Mamdani father is Ugandan academic Mahmood Mamdani, who is a Muslim.

Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic candidate for the New York City mayoral election, visited Hindu temples in the American city and said he was "proud" of his Hindu heritage. Mamdani, who is the son of the Indian-American filmmaker Mira Nair, visited Flushing, Queens, to offer prayers at the city’s two temples. During his visit, Mamdani said he was proud of being the first Indian-American mayor of NYC (Elections are scheduled for November 4 this year) and vowed that he would oppose federal immigration enforcement and improve multilingual communication throughout the city.

Mamdani won the Democratic mayoral primary in June. During his temple visit, he talked about his ties with the Hindu community, saying that his mother is a Hindu and he was raised with a deep appreciation for the faith. Mamdani's father is Ugandan academic Mahmood Mamdani, who is a Muslim.

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WATCH: Zohran Mamdani visits temples in NYC, says ‘proud of my Hindu heritage’