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Republican Senator Ted Cruz lashed out at his fellow colleague, Marjorie Taylor Greene, over her vague posts, which claimed that she is facing a threat to her life from ‘powerful people’. Cruz called her ‘crazy’ and jumped into interpretations that she was hinting that ‘Jews’ wanted to kill her. In response, MTG said to Newsweek that Cruz “had the gall to falsely accuse me of attacking Jewish people. That charge is disgusting and utterly false.”&nbsp;Last weekend, MTG made a cryptic post on social media, “I am not suicidal and one of the happiest, healthiest people you will meet…With that said, if something happens to me, I ask you all to find out which foreign government or powerful people would take heinous actions to stop the information from coming out.” She added to the speculations by saying, “The People understand what I’m saying.”&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">I am not suicidal and one of the happiest healthiest people you will meet. I have full faith in God and Jesus Christ is my Lord and Savior. As a sinner, I am only saved through His grace and mercy. With that said, if something happens to me, I ask you all to find out which… <a href="https://t.co/1HCbvUkTlX">https://t.co/1HCbvUkTlX</a>&mdash; Marjorie Taylor Greene 🇺🇸 (@mtgreenee) <a href="https://twitter.com/mtgreenee/status/1971956840360550881?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In response to her post, Ted Cruz replied, “Why do crazy people keep thinking ‘the Jews’ are trying to kill them?” People were quick to point out that it was a huge leap from 'foreign government' to Jews.&nbsp;“To all the bots saying she never mentioned the Jews, it says ‘find out which foreign government or powerful people would take heinous actions'…She’s talking about Belgians? Argentinians? As she said, ‘The people understand.’ Yes, we do". He further added, “And no, Israel didn’t murder Charlie," responding to the conspiracy theories reverberating online.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Why do crazy people keep thinking “the Jews” are trying to kill them? <a href="https://t.co/htWc0TzyZ0">https://t.co/htWc0TzyZ0</a>&mdash; Ted Cruz (@tedcruz) <a href="https://twitter.com/tedcruz/status/1972494103310160131?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;The rift within the GOP becomes evident as Marjorie Taylor Greene joined Democrats in signing a discharge petition, which forces a vote on the full release of the Epstein case files.&nbsp;Responding to Cruz's charges, MTG said, "I’ve never felt so much pressure in Washington demanding my name be taken off a discharge petition."While talking to Newsweek, MTG said, "I’ve faced death threats, and yes, I am fearful for my life. Trying to expose the trafficking, abuse, and the filthy networks that protect the wealthy and powerful puts you in danger. That’s the reality. And even recent history has shown that people are killed for telling the truth."She also added that she never referred to any group of people. "But I will, and must, call out foreign governments, foreign influence, and the special interests that bankroll politicians. If that upsets Ted Cruz or his AIPAC donors, so be it," said Marjorie Taylor Greene.

Republican Ted Cruz slammed Marjorie Taylor Greene over her threat post, claiming she hinted ‘Jews’ were after her. MTG denies antisemitism, says Cruz’s leap is false. But netizens question the interpretation.

Republican Senator Ted Cruz lashed out at his fellow colleague, Marjorie Taylor Greene, over her vague posts, which claimed that she is facing a threat to her life from ‘powerful people’. Cruz called her ‘crazy’ and jumped into interpretations that she was hinting that ‘Jews’ wanted to kill her. In response, MTG said to Newsweek that Cruz “had the gall to falsely accuse me of attacking Jewish people. That charge is disgusting and utterly false.” Last weekend, MTG made a cryptic post on social media, “I am not suicidal and one of the happiest, healthiest people you will meet…With that said, if something happens to me, I ask you all to find out which foreign government or powerful people would take heinous actions to stop the information from coming out.” She added to the speculations by saying, “The People understand what I’m saying.”

Republican Ted Cruz slammed Marjorie Taylor Greene over her threat post, claiming she hinted ‘Jews’ were after her. MTG denies antisemitism, says Cruz’s leap is false. But netizens question the interpretation.

Ted Cruz labels MTG 'crazy' for suggesting 'powerful people' are trying to kill her, jumps to 'Jews' interpretation

US President Donald Trump has said Hamas has only a few days to decide whether it will accept the Gaza peace deal he announced alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.<h2>Trump sets short deadline</h2>Speaking to reporters outside the White House on Tuesday, Trump said, “We’re going to do about three or four days. We’ll see how it is. All of the Arab countries are signed up. The Muslim countries are all signed up. Israel is all signed up.” When pressed on the timeline, Trump added, “We’re just waiting for Hamas, and Hamas is either going to be doing it or not, and if it’s not, it’s going to be a very sad end.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-hook-line-and-lifeline-trump-s-20-point-gaza-plan-plan-could-rescue-netanyahu-s-political-career-here-s-how-1759237009809">‘Hook, line, and lifeline’: Trump's 20-point Gaza plan could rescue Netanyahu’s political career - Here’s how</a><h2>Deal closer than ever, says Trump</h2>On Monday, Trump said an end to the Gaza war was closer than ever after Netanyahu agreed to his 20-point plan. The proposal requires Hamas to release all hostages, surrender weapons and play no role in governing Gaza. In exchange, Arab states and international partners would help stabilise the territory.<h2>Hamas still has to agree</h2>Despite Trump’s confidence, the deal cannot go forward without Hamas’s approval. Several provisions, including disarming fighters and accepting Palestinian Authority oversight, have previously been rejected by the group.

Speaking to reporters outside the White House on Tuesday, Trump said, “We’re going to do about three or four days. We’ll see how it is. All of the Arab countries are signed up. The Muslim countries are all signed up. Israel is all signed up.” 

US President Donald Trump has said Hamas has only a few days to decide whether it will accept the Gaza peace deal he announced alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Trump sets short deadline Speaking to reporters outside the White House on Tuesday, Trump said, “We’re going to do about three or four days. We’ll see how it is. All of the Arab countries are signed up. The Muslim countries are all signed up. Israel is all signed up.” When pressed on the timeline, Trump added, “We’re just waiting for Hamas, and Hamas is either going to be doing it or not, and if it’s not, it’s going to be a very sad end.” Also read: ‘Hook, line, and lifeline’: Trump's 20-point Gaza plan could rescue Netanyahu’s political career - Here’s how Deal closer than ever, says Trump On Monday, Trump said an end to the Gaza war was closer than ever after Netanyahu agreed to his 20-point plan. The proposal requires Hamas to release all hostages, surrender weapons and play no role in governing Gaza. In exchange, Arab states and international partners would help stabilise the territory. Hamas still has to agree Despite Trump’s confidence, the deal cannot go forward without Hamas’s approval. Several provisions, including disarming fighters and accepting Palestinian Authority oversight, have previously been rejected by the group.

Speaking to reporters outside the White House on Tuesday, Trump said, “We’re going to do about three or four days. We’ll see how it is. All of the Arab countries are signed up. The Muslim countries are all signed up. Israel is all signed up.”&nbsp;

'It’s going to be a very sad end': Trump threatens Hamas, says they only have 'three or four days' to respond

Brazil’s Ambassador to India Kenneth da Nóbrega has said that his country is looking to expanding trade ties with India, especially with the review of India-MERCOSUR PTA or Preferential Trade Agreement and further firming up defence industry ties. Speaking to WION’s Sidhant Sibal, Ambassador Nóbrega said, “Stock taking on how we could push forward to expand our trade preferences, agreement. I think there is political will on both sides to do that”, with inclusion of areas like agriculture, pharma. In 2024-25, bilateral trade reached USD 12.20 billion, with Indian exports to Brazil amounting to USD 6.77 billion and imports from Brazil totalling USD 5.43 billion.&nbsp;The ambassador backed UNSC reforms, and his country’s commitment to the BRICS group. Brazil is the chair of the BRICS grouping and earlier this year hosted the summit. India and Brazil, both are members of the G4, a grouping that pushes for UNSC reforms and BRICS as well. Asked about US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick’s comments that India and Brazil need to be “fixed”, ambassador Nóbrega said, “It’s kind of interesting to see somebody who has a limited knowledge of our countries make such statements.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal:&nbsp;How do you see India, Brazil relations?Kenneth da Nóbrega:&nbsp;Well, Brazil-Indian relations will soon turn eighty years old, and I venture to say that we are living at their best historical moment. A good word to describe our relations is trust, mutual trust developed and built through decades of political coordination, and this mutual trust has been now more as a fleet, providing a very solid base for the development of our economic and technological relations that are thriving as never before. before.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal:&nbsp;Earlier this year, we saw the Indian Prime Minister traveling to Brazil. This is a visit that saw several announcements as well. How do you plan to build on that visit?Kenneth da Nóbrega:&nbsp;I think it was a quite successful visit. And if you see the joint statement that was issued. I think it testifies to what I have said. You know, taking into account that in the last two years or so, we have had an exchange of more than 120 or 130 missions, business missions between Brazil and India. Our two leaders charted the course for the next decade based on what they have seen, based on what the business interest has shown. So they have selected five areas to concentrate our efforts , to boost our relations. One is defense, agriculture, energy, DPIs and health. They are now our roadmap.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal:&nbsp;But are we expecting visits from Brazil to India? Kenneth da Nóbrega:&nbsp;Well, if everything goes according to plan, President Lula will come to India for a state visit early next year and and now we are in the process of preparing that visit. So the day after tomorrow, the Brazilian NSA is coming to India, followed by a meeting at the Secretary of State level of our trade monitoring mechanism, and then probably other federal ministers from Brazil coming, still not confirmed. So I don't want to mention what ministers are coming, but I think they are coming. Sidhant Sibal:&nbsp;India and Brazil are two large global south countries representing a large portion of the global population. How can both of them work together to deal with major challenges? One, of course, is the issue of trade as well, in terms of increasing their trade. You talked about the trade monitoring mechanism.Kenneth da Nóbrega:&nbsp;Yes, not only trade. The mechanism is called trade monitoring mechanism, but it goes beyond that. It's a mechanism that goes through the stock of the whole bilateral economic relations, so includes trade, investment and technological cooperation.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal:&nbsp;In terms of trade, any plans for the review of the preferential trade agreement between India and the Mercosur trading region.Kenneth da Nóbrega:&nbsp;Yes, yes, we are working on that. We are ready to announce that, but we are working on, devising a plan, stock taking on how we could push forward to expand our trade preferences, agreement. I think there is political will on both sides to do that. So I’m confident that this will. Expanding the tariff lines, in terms of goods and services, areas like agriculture, pharma. Sidhant Sibal: Both the countries essentially are part of major groupings like the BRICS. You are the current chair of the BRICS. India will be the next chair of the BRICS. So what kind of coordination has been happening? Kenneth da Nóbrega:&nbsp;Well, this coordination between Brazil and India in the international forum has been going on for more than almost eight years, and it has to do with the idea of pushing forward the interests of the global south and pushing for the reform of global governance institutions, basically the UN.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal:&nbsp;But are you hopeful of UN reforms?Kenneth da Nóbrega:&nbsp;Well, this is a long term gain. Yeah, we are not expecting short term gains, but this is a matter of setting a long term course. Because it's about making the United Nations more functional and more inclusive, more legitimate. So it’s a permanent goal.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal:&nbsp;In terms of the BRICS expansion as well. But will BRICS be able to continue with its commitments, or its commitments will get diluted as the group becomes biggerKenneth da Nóbrega:&nbsp;First of all, I think the mere fact that a number of countries wants to to be members of BRICS says a lot about how the United Nations bodies are blocked in terms of negotiations and political will to make progress based on consensus. Expanded BRICS is a challenge in the sense that we have to work more to build consensus, from 5 to 10. But I think that BRICS, I worked as a BRICS Sherpa for some years, and I think the BRICS DNA has been from the start, the idea that acknowledgement of diversity and focusing on what the countries have in common, not on their differences. And this explains why BRICS has achieved some very tangible results, BRICS bank.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal:&nbsp;Plan for an Agriculture bank?Kenneth da Nóbrega:&nbsp;I wouldn’t say a bank of agriculture, but the idea is that BRICS members, among the BRICS members, have big among the largest agricultural producers in the world, India, Brazil, China. So the idea is how these countries can coordinate in terms of creating resilience to climate change, resilience to extreme weather events, and also a measure of predictability to agriculture trade, because business needs predictability to thrive.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal:&nbsp;World is facing a lot of policy changes, to put it mildly. In many ways, tariffs are one thing that has been a concern for India and Brazil. How is it a challenge, or perhaps an opportunity as well?Kenneth da Nóbrega:&nbsp;Well, we live in times when, when our solid, multilateral rules are no longer efficient. Need to find rules of engagement, as you have mentioned, and this can be built among trusted friends, trusted partners. And so India and Brazil, they are, have been coordinating, also on the economic front, to sail through these uncharted waters. So we have already been seeing, as I have mentioned at the outset, the intensification of business interests from both sides.I would say that this new geopolitical environment has made us more proactive in looking for complementarities. Sidhant Sibal:&nbsp;We saw the comments by the US Commerce Secretary, Mr. Lucknick, who said that India and Brazil need to be fixed. What’s the view like in Brazil?Kenneth da Nóbrega:&nbsp;Well, we wonder what he meant by this observation. I don't know if it's just a slogan, a sentence to be published on X but anyway, I think that we know better. I think because we live in our countries and we have solid think tanks and state institutions to figure out what needs to be improved in our economic system,&nbsp;it's kind of interesting to see somebody who has a limited knowledge of our countries make such statements. Sidhant Sibal:&nbsp;President of Brazil's upcoming India visit, I know it's too early to talk about what is being talked about, or it's still, I think, four or five months, but what kind of conversations can one expect?Kenneth da Nóbrega:&nbsp;I think that our leaders as they did back in July, I think they will compare normal notes and their perceptions regarding the evolving geopolitical and geoeconomic landscape, and they will take one more stock of how our technological and economic relations are faring. I've been in India as ambassador of Brazil to India for the last two years, a little more than two years now, and I have already seen tangible results in terms of investment and technological agreements being hammered out.&nbsp;Sidhant Sibal:&nbsp;Are you looking to buy defense equipment from India? Any plans like that? Or has India offered you?Kenneth da Nóbrega:&nbsp;Yes, of course, when you talk about trading defence, we need to be careful when mentioning details, as you know. But just to tell you, among the 130 plus missions we actually exchanged in the last two years, we had a sizable portion of these missions were defense missions and we see the possibility, really, of our interest in industrial bases in connection, in terms of joint ventures. And, yes, there are some defense products from India that are being carefully examined by the Brazilian government to be acquired, and also India is looking at some interesting Brazilian defense products. So I don't want to go into details when it comes to defense, but yes, we have a good outlook in that area. Sidhant Sibal:&nbsp;Counter Terrorism. India has been a victim of cross border terrorism. We saw the terror attack by Pakistan train terrorists. We also saw President Lula condemning that as well during the Prime Minister's visit earlier this year. So essentially, what's your view about the scourge of terrorism?Kenneth da Nóbrega:&nbsp;President Lula called honorable Prime Minister Modi after the Pahalgam attacks, to convey an unmistakable support for India, and of course, saying that there is not any justification whatsoever of these horrendous attacks. And it's true that we are blessed in our region in terms that we don't have the threat of terrorism and terrorist attacks in our region, but we have always supported India in multilateral forum when it comes to condemning terrorism myself when I was a negotiated within BRICS statements on terrorism in various occasions, and Brazil always stood by the side of India.

Asked about US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick’s comments that India and Brazil need to be “fixed”, ambassador Nóbrega said, “It’s kind of interesting to see somebody who has a limited knowledge of our countries make such statements.”

Brazil’s Ambassador to India Kenneth da Nóbrega has said that his country is looking to expanding trade ties with India, especially with the review of India-MERCOSUR PTA or Preferential Trade Agreement and further firming up defence industry ties. Speaking to WION’s Sidhant Sibal, Ambassador Nóbrega said, “Stock taking on how we could push forward to expand our trade preferences, agreement. I think there is political will on both sides to do that”, with inclusion of areas like agriculture, pharma. In 2024-25, bilateral trade reached USD 12.20 billion, with Indian exports to Brazil amounting to USD 6.77 billion and imports from Brazil totalling USD 5.43 billion. The ambassador backed UNSC reforms, and his country’s commitment to the BRICS group. Brazil is the chair of the BRICS grouping and earlier this year hosted the summit. India and Brazil, both are members of the G4, a grouping that pushes for UNSC reforms and BRICS as well. Asked about US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick’s comments that India and Brazil need to be “fixed”, ambassador Nóbrega said, “It’s kind of interesting to see somebody who has a limited knowledge of our countries make such statements.” Sidhant Sibal: How do you see India, Brazil relations? Kenneth da Nóbrega: Well, Brazil-Indian relations will soon turn eighty years old, and I venture to say that we are living at their best historical moment. A good word to describe our relations is trust, mutual trust developed and built through decades of political coordination, and this mutual trust has been now more as a fleet, providing a very solid base for the development of our economic and technological relations that are thriving as never before. before. Sidhant Sibal: Earlier this year, we saw the Indian Prime Minister traveling to Brazil. This is a visit that saw several announcements as well. How do you plan to build on that visit? Kenneth da Nóbrega: I think it was a quite successful visit. And if you see the joint statement that was issued. I think it testifies to what I have said. You know, taking into account that in the last two years or so, we have had an exchange of more than 120 or 130 missions, business missions between Brazil and India. Our two leaders charted the course for the next decade based on what they have seen, based on what the business interest has shown. So they have selected five areas to concentrate our efforts , to boost our relations. One is defense, agriculture, energy, DPIs and health. They are now our roadmap. Sidhant Sibal: But are we expecting visits from Brazil to India? Kenneth da Nóbrega: Well, if everything goes according to plan, President Lula will come to India for a state visit early next year and and now we are in the process of preparing that visit. So the day after tomorrow, the Brazilian NSA is coming to India, followed by a meeting at the Secretary of State level of our trade monitoring mechanism, and then probably other federal ministers from Brazil coming, still not confirmed. So I don't want to mention what ministers are coming, but I think they are coming. Sidhant Sibal: India and Brazil are two large global south countries representing a large portion of the global population. How can both of them work together to deal with major challenges? One, of course, is the issue of trade as well, in terms of increasing their trade. You talked about the trade monitoring mechanism. Kenneth da Nóbrega: Yes, not only trade. The mechanism is called trade monitoring mechanism, but it goes beyond that. It's a mechanism that goes through the stock of the whole bilateral economic relations, so includes trade, investment and technological cooperation. Sidhant Sibal: In terms of trade, any plans for the review of the preferential trade agreement between India and the Mercosur trading region. Kenneth da Nóbrega: Yes, yes, we are working on that. We are ready to announce that, but we are working on, devising a plan, stock taking on how we could push forward to expand our trade preferences, agreement. I think there is political will on both sides to do that. So I’m confident that this will. Expanding the tariff lines, in terms of goods and services, areas like agriculture, pharma. Sidhant Sibal: Both the countries essentially are part of major groupings like the BRICS. You are the current chair of the BRICS. India will be the next chair of the BRICS. So what kind of coordination has been happening? Kenneth da Nóbrega: Well, this coordination between Brazil and India in the international forum has been going on for more than almost eight years, and it has to do with the idea of pushing forward the interests of the global south and pushing for the reform of global governance institutions, basically the UN. Sidhant Sibal: But are you hopeful of UN reforms? Kenneth da Nóbrega: Well, this is a long term gain. Yeah, we are not expecting short term gains, but this is a matter of setting a long term course. Because it's about making the United Nations more functional and more inclusive, more legitimate. So it’s a permanent goal. Sidhant Sibal: In terms of the BRICS expansion as well. But will BRICS be able to continue with its commitments, or its commitments will get diluted as the group becomes bigger Kenneth da Nóbrega: First of all, I think the mere fact that a number of countries wants to to be members of BRICS says a lot about how the United Nations bodies are blocked in terms of negotiations and political will to make progress based on consensus. Expanded BRICS is a challenge in the sense that we have to work more to build consensus, from 5 to 10. But I think that BRICS, I worked as a BRICS Sherpa for some years, and I think the BRICS DNA has been from the start, the idea that acknowledgement of diversity and focusing on what the countries have in common, not on their differences. And this explains why BRICS has achieved some very tangible results, BRICS bank. Sidhant Sibal: Plan for an Agriculture bank? Kenneth da Nóbrega: I wouldn’t say a bank of agriculture, but the idea is that BRICS members, among the BRICS members, have big among the largest agricultural producers in the world, India, Brazil, China. So the idea is how these countries can coordinate in terms of creating resilience to climate change, resilience to extreme weather events, and also a measure of predictability to agriculture trade, because business needs predictability to thrive. Sidhant Sibal: World is facing a lot of policy changes, to put it mildly. In many ways, tariffs are one thing that has been a concern for India and Brazil. How is it a challenge, or perhaps an opportunity as well? Kenneth da Nóbrega: Well, we live in times when, when our solid, multilateral rules are no longer efficient. Need to find rules of engagement, as you have mentioned, and this can be built among trusted friends, trusted partners. And so India and Brazil, they are, have been coordinating, also on the economic front, to sail through these uncharted waters. So we have already been seeing, as I have mentioned at the outset, the intensification of business interests from both sides.I would say that this new geopolitical environment has made us more proactive in looking for complementarities. Sidhant Sibal: We saw the comments by the US Commerce Secretary, Mr. Lucknick, who said that India and Brazil need to be fixed. What’s the view like in Brazil? Kenneth da Nóbrega: Well, we wonder what he meant by this observation. I don't know if it's just a slogan, a sentence to be published on X but anyway, I think that we know better. I think because we live in our countries and we have solid think tanks and state institutions to figure out what needs to be improved in our economic system, it's kind of interesting to see somebody who has a limited knowledge of our countries make such statements. Sidhant Sibal: President of Brazil's upcoming India visit, I know it's too early to talk about what is being talked about, or it's still, I think, four or five months, but what kind of conversations can one expect? Kenneth da Nóbrega: I think that our leaders as they did back in July, I think they will compare normal notes and their perceptions regarding the evolving geopolitical and geoeconomic landscape, and they will take one more stock of how our technological and economic relations are faring. I've been in India as ambassador of Brazil to India for the last two years, a little more than two years now, and I have already seen tangible results in terms of investment and technological agreements being hammered out. Sidhant Sibal: Are you looking to buy defense equipment from India? Any plans like that? Or has India offered you? Kenneth da Nóbrega: Yes, of course, when you talk about trading defence, we need to be careful when mentioning details, as you know. But just to tell you, among the 130 plus missions we actually exchanged in the last two years, we had a sizable portion of these missions were defense missions and we see the possibility, really, of our interest in industrial bases in connection, in terms of joint ventures. And, yes, there are some defense products from India that are being carefully examined by the Brazilian government to be acquired, and also India is looking at some interesting Brazilian defense products. So I don't want to go into details when it comes to defense, but yes, we have a good outlook in that area. Sidhant Sibal: Counter Terrorism. India has been a victim of cross border terrorism. We saw the terror attack by Pakistan train terrorists. We also saw President Lula condemning that as well during the Prime Minister's visit earlier this year. So essentially, what's your view about the scourge of terrorism? Kenneth da Nóbrega: President Lula called honorable Prime Minister Modi after the Pahalgam attacks, to convey an unmistakable support for India, and of course, saying that there is not any justification whatsoever of these horrendous attacks. And it's true that we are blessed in our region in terms that we don't have the threat of terrorism and terrorist attacks in our region, but we have always supported India in multilateral forum when it comes to condemning terrorism myself when I was a negotiated within BRICS statements on terrorism in various occasions, and Brazil always stood by the side of India.

Asked about US commerce secretary Howard Lutnick’s comments that India and Brazil need to be “fixed”, ambassador Nóbrega said, “It’s kind of interesting to see somebody who has a limited knowledge of our countries make such statements.”

Brazil, India looking at expanding trade, firming up defence industry ties, says Ambassador Kenneth da Nóbrega

Qatar on Tuesday (Sep 30) said that it was set to hold talks with Hamas officials, Turkey and Egypt later today to discuss a Gaza peace plan proposed by US President Donald Trump. This comes a day after Israeli Prime Minister agreed to the US proposal to end the war in Gaza during his White House visit. Following their meeting, Trump and Netanyahu said that if Hamas does not accept the 20-point plan, Israel will move to “finish the job” in the war-torn territory against the Palestinian militant group.The proposal was handed to Hamas by Qatar and Egypt, which have led the efforts to broker a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. “The (Hamas) negotiating delegation promised to study it responsibly,” Qatar’s foreign ministry spokesman Majed al-Ansari told a press conference. “There will also be another meeting today, also attended by the Turkish side, with the negotiating delegation.”In his plan, Trump has demanded a ceasefire, release of hostages within 72 hours, disarmament of Hamas and a gradual Israeli withdrawal from Gaza. He also said that he will head a post-war transitional authority in the territory.Ansari added that the Egyptian intelligence head and his Turkish counterpart were in Doha for the negotiations. “It is still too early to speak about responses, but we are truly optimistic that this plan, as we said, is a comprehensive one,” he said.During his meeting with Trump, Netanyahu dialled Qatar to apologise for the recent strikes in Doha that targeted Hamas leadership earlier this month. In response, Qatar officials said that they were ready to push for a truce in Gaza after the US gave them security assurances and Israel promised not to attack it again.“The security assurances and the commitments that were offered in the call yesterday (Monday) by President Trump and the Israeli prime minister (Benjamin Netanyahu) were very clear and were under the guarantee of the US president that Qatar will never be attacked,” he said.“We are content with the security assurances that we have received,” Ansari said, adding that there had also been “a commitment by Israel not to attack Qatar again in its capacity or otherwise.”<h2>Global powers welcome Trump’s proposal</h2>Eight Arab or Muslim-majority nations have backed Trump’s proposal for peace in Gaza, saying they “welcome the role of the American president and his sincere efforts aimed at ending the war in Gaza.”In a joint statement, they said that they “affirm their readiness to engage positively and constructively with the United States and the parties toward finalising the agreement and ensuring its implementation.”The nations include Egypt, Turkey, Jordan, and the United Arab Emirates. Apart from them, Indonesia and Pakistan have also welcomed the US proposal. The Palestinian Authority has praised Trump’s efforts as “sincere and determined”.European powers, including Germany and the UK, and the European Council, have also backed Trump’s Gaza plan. Russia, China, and India have also expressed support for the proposal to end the war in Gaza.

In his plan, Trump has demanded a ceasefire, release of hostages within 72 hours, disarmament of Hamas and a gradual Israeli withdrawal from Gaza. He also said that he will head a post-war transitional authority in the territory.

Qatar on Tuesday (Sep 30) said that it was set to hold talks with Hamas officials, Turkey and Egypt later today to discuss a Gaza peace plan proposed by US President Donald Trump. This comes a day after Israeli Prime Minister agreed to the US proposal to end the war in Gaza during his White House visit. Following their meeting, Trump and Netanyahu said that if Hamas does not accept the 20-point plan, Israel will move to “finish the job” in the war-torn territory against the Palestinian militant group. The proposal was handed to Hamas by Qatar and Egypt, which have led the efforts to broker a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. “The (Hamas) negotiating delegation promised to study it responsibly,” Qatar’s foreign ministry spokesman Majed al-Ansari told a press conference. “There will also be another meeting today, also attended by the Turkish side, with the negotiating delegation.” In his plan, Trump has demanded a ceasefire, release of hostages within 72 hours, disarmament of Hamas and a gradual Israeli withdrawal from Gaza. He also said that he will head a post-war transitional authority in the territory. Ansari added that the Egyptian intelligence head and his Turkish counterpart were in Doha for the negotiations. “It is still too early to speak about responses, but we are truly optimistic that this plan, as we said, is a comprehensive one,” he said. During his meeting with Trump, Netanyahu dialled Qatar to apologise for the recent strikes in Doha that targeted Hamas leadership earlier this month. In response, Qatar officials said that they were ready to push for a truce in Gaza after the US gave them security assurances and Israel promised not to attack it again. “The security assurances and the commitments that were offered in the call yesterday (Monday) by President Trump and the Israeli prime minister (Benjamin Netanyahu) were very clear and were under the guarantee of the US president that Qatar will never be attacked,” he said. “We are content with the security assurances that we have received,” Ansari said, adding that there had also been “a commitment by Israel not to attack Qatar again in its capacity or otherwise.” Global powers welcome Trump’s proposal Eight Arab or Muslim-majority nations have backed Trump’s proposal for peace in Gaza, saying they “welcome the role of the American president and his sincere efforts aimed at ending the war in Gaza.” In a joint statement, they said that they “affirm their readiness to engage positively and constructively with the United States and the parties toward finalising the agreement and ensuring its implementation.” The nations include Egypt, Turkey, Jordan, and the United Arab Emirates. Apart from them, Indonesia and Pakistan have also welcomed the US proposal. The Palestinian Authority has praised Trump’s efforts as “sincere and determined”. European powers, including Germany and the UK, and the European Council, have also backed Trump’s Gaza plan. Russia, China, and India have also expressed support for the proposal to end the war in Gaza.

In his plan, Trump has demanded a ceasefire, release of hostages within 72 hours, disarmament of Hamas and a gradual Israeli withdrawal from Gaza. He also said that he will head a post-war transitional authority in the territory.

‘Truly optimistic’: Qatar to discuss Trump’s Gaza plan with Hamas, Turkey; global powers back peace proposal

Afghanistan is witnessing a massive internet outage as the network has been cut off, citing immoral activity, but the ruling Taliban has not given any clear explanation. Afghans settled and working across the world have been unable to reach their families. In the past, the Taliban has expressed concern over the consumption of online pornographic content. This time around, no clarity, but just snapping of the line took place.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>People affected &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;In the time and age where everybody uses the internet for quotidian tasks, this decision has affected roughly&nbsp;43.8 million people, i.e. the population of the country. Afghanistan has already been reeling under restrictions after the Taliban takeover in 2021. From education to freedom of speech, a lot has been curbed.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>3G and 4G shutdown</h2>&nbsp;According to news agency Reuters, private news channel Tolo News had warned its viewers of the disruption to its services. It said officials had set a deadline of a week for the shutdown of 3G and 4G internet services for cell phones. The call would leave only the older and almost redundant standard 2G connection active.&nbsp;<h2>Education for girls in Afghanistan — hope in despair</h2>Former UN High Commissioner Michelle Bachelet had issued a statement; she said, “The denial of education violates the human rights of women and girls – beyond their equal right to education, it leaves them more exposed to violence, poverty and exploitation.”Since 2021, Afghanistan has been no stranger to such bans, all of which are cited as not acceptable under Islamic law. From women's education to their free movement, a lot is at stake. Women's voices and their rights have been silenced like never before.

In the past, the Taliban has expressed concern over the consumption of online pornographic content. This time around, no clarity, but just snapping of the line took place. 

Afghanistan is witnessing a massive internet outage as the network has been cut off, citing immoral activity, but the ruling Taliban has not given any clear explanation. Afghans settled and working across the world have been unable to reach their families. In the past, the Taliban has expressed concern over the consumption of online pornographic content. This time around, no clarity, but just snapping of the line took place. People affected In the time and age where everybody uses the internet for quotidian tasks, this decision has affected roughly 43.8 million people, i.e. the population of the country. Afghanistan has already been reeling under restrictions after the Taliban takeover in 2021. From education to freedom of speech, a lot has been curbed. 3G and 4G shutdown According to news agency Reuters, private news channel Tolo News had warned its viewers of the disruption to its services. It said officials had set a deadline of a week for the shutdown of 3G and 4G internet services for cell phones. The call would leave only the older and almost redundant standard 2G connection active. Education for girls in Afghanistan — hope in despair Former UN High Commissioner Michelle Bachelet had issued a statement; she said, “The denial of education violates the human rights of women and girls – beyond their equal right to education, it leaves them more exposed to violence, poverty and exploitation.” Since 2021, Afghanistan has been no stranger to such bans, all of which are cited as not acceptable under Islamic law. From women's education to their free movement, a lot is at stake. Women's voices and their rights have been silenced like never before.

In the past, the Taliban has expressed concern over the consumption of online pornographic content. This time around, no clarity, but just snapping of the line took place.&nbsp;

Internet blackout in Afghanistan as Taliban raises concern over immoral activities

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted terms to end the war in Gaza under a plan drawn up by Donald Trump, but much of the responsibility now falls on Arab governments to make it work.<h2>Trump offers full support if plan fails</h2>Standing beside Netanyahu at the White House, Trump unveiled his 20-point proposal, warning Hamas that rejection would bring consequences. “Israel would have my full backing to finish the job of destroying the threat of Hamas,” he said. The deal allows Netanyahu to claim progress while leaving Arab states with the task of persuading Hamas to comply. For now, little may change on the ground.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-resounding-diplomatic-failure-israeli-far-right-minister-says-trump-s-gaza-plan-will-end-in-tears-1759233266550">‘Resounding diplomatic failure’: Israeli minister slams Trump’s Gaza plan</a><h2>Arab neighbours try to pressure Hamas</h2>Qatar and Turkey have warned Hamas leaders that this is their last chance to end the conflict, according to Arab officials. They have told the group that if it refuses, political and diplomatic support will be withdrawn. Hamas has denounced the plan as a surrender that offers no clear path to Palestinian statehood. Still, officials say the group has agreed to consult other factions before giving a formal response.<h2>Risks for Arab states in Gaza role</h2>The plan calls for Arab states, backed by the US and international partners, to send a “stabilisation force” into Gaza. It also suggests Jordan and Egypt should train a new Palestinian police force. But both countries are wary of being seen as acting on Israel’s behalf. Egypt has already ruled out sending troops before a full Israeli withdrawal.<h2>Netanyahu secures key concessions</h2>Israel has gained significant concessions under the Trump plan, including the release of all 48 hostages and the right to maintain a buffer zone along the border with Egypt. Hamas fighters would be given amnesty if they hand over their weapons, but neither Hamas nor other militant groups would have a role in governing Gaza. The plan also reassures Egypt by stating that no Palestinians will be forced to leave Gaza, though those who wish to depart may do so freely.<h2>Political risks for Netanyahu at home</h2>To accept the plan, Netanyahu had to allow for a future role for the Palestinian Authority and drop any push to settle Gaza with Jewish communities. He also acknowledged Palestinian sovereignty, moves that could anger far-right members of his coalition. Finance minister Bezalel Smotrich called the plan a “resounding diplomatic failure” and argued that “the enemy’s obstinacy will once again save us from ourselves.”<h2>Could Netanyahu turn it into political survival?</h2>Despite criticism, analysts believe Netanyahu may use the deal to boost his standing before elections. His coalition is already under strain from internal disputes, particularly over military service for ultra-Orthodox Jews and the upcoming budget. If the hostages are released and the war ends as Israelis prepare to vote, Netanyahu could benefit from a surge in public support. But with Arab states struggling to secure Hamas’s agreement, any breakthrough could take weeks or months.

Donald Trump’s 20-point Gaza plan gives Benjamin Netanyahu key wins but leaves Arab countries to deal with Hamas. Here's how the deal could help Netanyahu politically.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted terms to end the war in Gaza under a plan drawn up by Donald Trump, but much of the responsibility now falls on Arab governments to make it work. Trump offers full support if plan fails Standing beside Netanyahu at the White House, Trump unveiled his 20-point proposal, warning Hamas that rejection would bring consequences. “Israel would have my full backing to finish the job of destroying the threat of Hamas,” he said. The deal allows Netanyahu to claim progress while leaving Arab states with the task of persuading Hamas to comply. For now, little may change on the ground. Also read: ‘Resounding diplomatic failure’: Israeli minister slams Trump’s Gaza plan Arab neighbours try to pressure Hamas Qatar and Turkey have warned Hamas leaders that this is their last chance to end the conflict, according to Arab officials. They have told the group that if it refuses, political and diplomatic support will be withdrawn. Hamas has denounced the plan as a surrender that offers no clear path to Palestinian statehood. Still, officials say the group has agreed to consult other factions before giving a formal response. Risks for Arab states in Gaza role The plan calls for Arab states, backed by the US and international partners, to send a “stabilisation force” into Gaza. It also suggests Jordan and Egypt should train a new Palestinian police force. But both countries are wary of being seen as acting on Israel’s behalf. Egypt has already ruled out sending troops before a full Israeli withdrawal. Netanyahu secures key concessions Israel has gained significant concessions under the Trump plan, including the release of all 48 hostages and the right to maintain a buffer zone along the border with Egypt. Hamas fighters would be given amnesty if they hand over their weapons, but neither Hamas nor other militant groups would have a role in governing Gaza. The plan also reassures Egypt by stating that no Palestinians will be forced to leave Gaza, though those who wish to depart may do so freely. Political risks for Netanyahu at home To accept the plan, Netanyahu had to allow for a future role for the Palestinian Authority and drop any push to settle Gaza with Jewish communities. He also acknowledged Palestinian sovereignty, moves that could anger far-right members of his coalition. Finance minister Bezalel Smotrich called the plan a “resounding diplomatic failure” and argued that “the enemy’s obstinacy will once again save us from ourselves.” Could Netanyahu turn it into political survival? Despite criticism, analysts believe Netanyahu may use the deal to boost his standing before elections. His coalition is already under strain from internal disputes, particularly over military service for ultra-Orthodox Jews and the upcoming budget. If the hostages are released and the war ends as Israelis prepare to vote, Netanyahu could benefit from a surge in public support. But with Arab states struggling to secure Hamas’s agreement, any breakthrough could take weeks or months.

Donald Trump’s 20-point Gaza plan gives Benjamin Netanyahu key wins but leaves Arab countries to deal with Hamas. Here's how the deal could help Netanyahu politically.

‘Hook, line, and lifeline’: Trump's 20-point Gaza plan could rescue Netanyahu’s political career - Here’s how

Elon Musk’s companies are facing a wave of senior departures, as the billionaire’s high-pressure style, shifting strategies and political battles fuel unrest at the top of his empire. Over the past year, Tesla has lost senior figures from its US sales unit, energy and power-train divisions, and even its chief information officer. High-level engineers, robotics leaders and public affairs heads have also walked away. At xAI, Musk’s two-year-old artificial intelligence start-up merged with X earlier this year, and turnover has been even faster. Its chief financial officer and general counsel left within days of each other.Some executives left after long stints to start their own ventures or take breaks. But insiders say many departures stem from burnout, mass lay-offs and frustration with Musk’s shifting priorities.Also read" <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/is-trump-using-bagram-air-base-as-an-excuse-for-us-to-re-invade-afghanistan-real-story-may-be-in-trillions-of-dollars-worth-of-minerals-not-china-1759217181052">Why is Trump using Bagram air base as an excuse to re-enter Afghanistan?</a>Robert Keele, xAI’s general counsel, ended his tenure in August with an AI-generated video of a lawyer shovelling molten coal. Mike Liberatore, who lasted just three months as xAI’s finance chief, wrote: “102 days — 7 days per week in the office; 120+ hours per week; I love working hard.”<h2>Rivalry with Sam Altman</h2>Staff say Musk’s rivalry with Sam Altman, his former OpenAI co-founder, has fuelled the pressure. “Elon’s got a chip on his shoulder from ChatGPT and is spending every waking moment trying to put Sam out of business,” one former executive told the Financial Times. Last week, xAI accused OpenAI of poaching staff and stealing trade secrets. OpenAI dismissed the case as “the latest chapter in Musk’s ongoing harassment.”Tesla, once the most stable part of Musk’s group, saw an exodus after laying off 14,000 workers in April 2024. Insiders say discontent grew when Musk cancelled a planned low-cost $25,000 EV, shifting focus instead to robotics, AI and self-driving taxis.Daniel Ho, who led the abandoned project, left for Google’s Waymo. Other high-level figures, including Drew Baglino, Rebecca Tinucci and David Zhang, also quit.<h2>X loses key executives</h2>X, Musk’s social media platform, was also hit hard. Linda Yaccarino resigned as chief executive in July, frustrated with Musk’s unilateral decision-making. Soon after, xAI co-founder Igor Babuschkin left to launch his own AI safety venture. Public relations chiefs Dave Heinzinger and John Stoll lasted only months before returning to their former employers, while several engineers close to Musk also left.<h2>‘The boss, the alpha’</h2>Former colleagues say Musk’s management style is a key factor behind the churn. “He’s the boss, the alpha and anyone who doesn’t treat him that way, he finds a way to delete,” a former Tesla executive told the Financial&nbsp;Times.a

Elon Musk’s empire faces turmoil as senior executives quit Tesla, xAI and X, citing burnout, layoffs and frustration with shifting strategies. Rivalry with Sam Altman and Musk’s demanding style deepen instability.

Elon Musk’s companies are facing a wave of senior departures, as the billionaire’s high-pressure style, shifting strategies and political battles fuel unrest at the top of his empire. Over the past year, Tesla has lost senior figures from its US sales unit, energy and power-train divisions, and even its chief information officer. High-level engineers, robotics leaders and public affairs heads have also walked away. At xAI, Musk’s two-year-old artificial intelligence start-up merged with X earlier this year, and turnover has been even faster. Its chief financial officer and general counsel left within days of each other. Some executives left after long stints to start their own ventures or take breaks. But insiders say many departures stem from burnout, mass lay-offs and frustration with Musk’s shifting priorities. Also read" Why is Trump using Bagram air base as an excuse to re-enter Afghanistan? Robert Keele, xAI’s general counsel, ended his tenure in August with an AI-generated video of a lawyer shovelling molten coal. Mike Liberatore, who lasted just three months as xAI’s finance chief, wrote: “102 days — 7 days per week in the office; 120+ hours per week; I love working hard.” Rivalry with Sam Altman Staff say Musk’s rivalry with Sam Altman, his former OpenAI co-founder, has fuelled the pressure. “Elon’s got a chip on his shoulder from ChatGPT and is spending every waking moment trying to put Sam out of business,” one former executive told the Financial Times. Last week, xAI accused OpenAI of poaching staff and stealing trade secrets. OpenAI dismissed the case as “the latest chapter in Musk’s ongoing harassment.” Tesla, once the most stable part of Musk’s group, saw an exodus after laying off 14,000 workers in April 2024. Insiders say discontent grew when Musk cancelled a planned low-cost $25,000 EV, shifting focus instead to robotics, AI and self-driving taxis. Daniel Ho, who led the abandoned project, left for Google’s Waymo. Other high-level figures, including Drew Baglino, Rebecca Tinucci and David Zhang, also quit. X loses key executives X, Musk’s social media platform, was also hit hard. Linda Yaccarino resigned as chief executive in July, frustrated with Musk’s unilateral decision-making. Soon after, xAI co-founder Igor Babuschkin left to launch his own AI safety venture. Public relations chiefs Dave Heinzinger and John Stoll lasted only months before returning to their former employers, while several engineers close to Musk also left. ‘The boss, the alpha’ Former colleagues say Musk’s management style is a key factor behind the churn. “He’s the boss, the alpha and anyone who doesn’t treat him that way, he finds a way to delete,” a former Tesla executive told the Financial Times.a

Elon Musk’s empire faces turmoil as senior executives quit Tesla, xAI and X, citing burnout, layoffs and frustration with shifting strategies. Rivalry with Sam Altman and Musk’s demanding style deepen instability.

'He deletes anyone who doesn't treat him as Alpha': Why is Elon Musk’s empire facing a mass exodus?

Israel’s far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said on Tuesday (Sep 30) that US President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan to end the conflict “will end in tears”. Launching a criticism of the US proposal, which Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted during his White House visit on Monday (Sep 29), the minister called it a “resounding diplomatic failure.” This comes a day after Trump and Netanyahu met in Washington to discuss the 20-point peace proposal.In a lengthy post on X, Smotrich said the celebrations over the plan were premature. He described the plan as giving up “real achievements on the ground for political illusions… a diplomatic bear hug and glittering ceremonies.”He further added that allowing a Palestinian security force into Gaza and Qatar becoming a “central player” marked a “historic missed opportunity to finally break free from the shackles of Oslo, a resounding diplomatic failure, a closing of eyes and turning our backs on all the lessons of October 7th, and in my estimation, it will also end in tears. Our children will be forced to fight in Gaza again.”“A tragedy of leadership fleeing from the truth. Is there still a chance that something sweet will come from this bitterness? That the enemy’s obstinacy will once again save us from ourselves, as it has many times in the past, and reality will force us to return to the path of heroism and victory and taking responsibility for our fate and security, this time with broader international support?” he wrote.He added, “Given the reality that has emerged in the face of international pressure, the destructive hostage campaign, Prime Minister Netanyahu’s initial unwillingness to conquer Gaza and adopt Trump’s original plan, the military foot-dragging and lack of success in bringing the military leadership to where we want, the faltering coalition, and the natural exhaustion after two years of war—given all this, is there no choice, and is this the maximum that can be achieved right now?”“The celebrations since yesterday are simply absurd,” he concluded.

In a lengthy post on X, Smotrich said the celebrations over the plan were premature. He described the plan as giving up “real achievements on the ground for political illusions… a diplomatic bear hug and glittering ceremonies.”

Israel’s far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said on Tuesday (Sep 30) that US President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan to end the conflict “will end in tears”. Launching a criticism of the US proposal, which Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has accepted during his White House visit on Monday (Sep 29), the minister called it a “resounding diplomatic failure.” This comes a day after Trump and Netanyahu met in Washington to discuss the 20-point peace proposal. In a lengthy post on X, Smotrich said the celebrations over the plan were premature. He described the plan as giving up “real achievements on the ground for political illusions… a diplomatic bear hug and glittering ceremonies.” He further added that allowing a Palestinian security force into Gaza and Qatar becoming a “central player” marked a “historic missed opportunity to finally break free from the shackles of Oslo, a resounding diplomatic failure, a closing of eyes and turning our backs on all the lessons of October 7th, and in my estimation, it will also end in tears. Our children will be forced to fight in Gaza again.” “A tragedy of leadership fleeing from the truth. Is there still a chance that something sweet will come from this bitterness? That the enemy’s obstinacy will once again save us from ourselves, as it has many times in the past, and reality will force us to return to the path of heroism and victory and taking responsibility for our fate and security, this time with broader international support?” he wrote. He added, “Given the reality that has emerged in the face of international pressure, the destructive hostage campaign, Prime Minister Netanyahu’s initial unwillingness to conquer Gaza and adopt Trump’s original plan, the military foot-dragging and lack of success in bringing the military leadership to where we want, the faltering coalition, and the natural exhaustion after two years of war—given all this, is there no choice, and is this the maximum that can be achieved right now?” “The celebrations since yesterday are simply absurd,” he concluded.

In a lengthy post on X, Smotrich said the celebrations over the plan were premature. He described the plan as giving up “real achievements on the ground for political illusions… a diplomatic bear hug and glittering ceremonies.”

‘Resounding diplomatic failure’: Israeli far-right minister says Trump’s Gaza plan ‘will end in tears’

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the 20-point peace plan put forward by US President Donald Trump to end the Gaza conflict. In a social media post, PM Modi described the plan as a significant step for “long-term and sustainable peace, security and development for the Palestinian and Israeli people, achieving”. He also called for concerned parties to come together to support the process to end the conflict.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We welcome President Donald J. Trump’s announcement of a comprehensive plan to end the Gaza conflict. It provides a viable pathway to long term and sustainable peace, security and development for the Palestinian and Israeli people, as also for the larger West Asian region. We…&mdash; Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi/status/1972862306993242208?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;The peace plan proposed by Trump unveils comprehensive and detailed steps towards the resolution of the Israel-Hamas conflict. These plans include an immediate ceasefire and release of all remaining Israeli hostages within 72 hours. Israel would release 250 Palestinian prisoners serving life sentences in Israel and 1700 Gazans arrested since October 7, 2023. Israel will also return the remains of 15 Palestinians deceased for each Israeli victim repatriated. There will be a phased withdrawal of Israeli forces in Gaza, and it will demilitarised, de-radicalised, terror-free zone. A rebuilding will take place under the "Board of Peace", an international supervisory body led by US President Donald Trump and Tony Blair. "No one will be forced to leave Gaza," and those who wish to leave will be free to do so. With extensive international oversight and humanitarian aid, a Special Economic Zone will be created. The plan also lays a credible pathway to Palestinian self-determination and statehood, one without Hamas in any political role.&nbsp;<h2>How did the world leaders react?</h2>Palestinian Authority, along with the regional leaders, welcomed the plan. Hamas says it is studying US peace plan in ‘good faith’, while the Palestinian Islamic Jihad group (PIJ) said it's a “recipe to blow up the region”. While the Palestinian Authority said, “It reiterates its shared commitment to working with the United States," in a statement published by the Palestinian News Agency, Wafa. The Foreign Ministers of Egypt, Indonesia, Jordan, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, UAE, released a joint statement welcoming the “proposal to end the war, rebuild Gaza, prevent the displacement of the Palestinian people and advance a comprehensive peace”. Turkey President Recep Tayyip Erdogan also hailed Trump's efforts to broker a ceasefire. Ursula von der Leyen, EU Commission President, also welcomed the effort. European countries like France, Germany, Italy, Spain, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Australia expressed optimism and professed that they “stand ready to contribute”. EU President Antonio Costa urged to “seize this moment to give peace a genuine chance”<h2>How did Israel react?</h2>Israeli opposition politician Benny Gantz said in a post on X, “I laud President Trump’s extraordinary efforts to secure a hostage deal and safeguard Israeli security. Now is the time for initiative".&nbsp;Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also publicly expressed support for the proposal, but remains opposed to Palestinian statehood. He remained steadfast on Israeli security objectives and the disarmament of Hamas. He wants Israel to retain security control, ie, maintain occupation of Palestine. He also asserted that the IDF will remain in the majority of Palestinian territory.&nbsp;“Absolutely not, and it is not written in the agreement either. But one thing we did say: we are firmly opposed to a Palestinian state. President Trump also said this; he said he understands our position. He also declared at the UN that such a move would be a huge reward for terror and a danger to the state of Israel. And of course, we will not agree to it,” said Netanyahu.He wants the part that is suitable to Israel, but not the necessary two-state solution for everlasting peace. He sets conditions before implementation, and he is under immense diplomatic pressure for openness to peace and conflict resolution. But internally, he will be facing political pressure from far-right groups to oppose Palestinian statehood. Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich called it a “resounding diplomatic failure, a closing of eyes and turning our backs on all the lessons of October 7”.&nbsp;Many analysts believe that this will just remain on paper, and there will be no genuine path to statehood.&nbsp;

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and world leaders have welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan. Netanyahu remains opposed to Palestinian statehood, while global leaders urge all parties to seize the opportunity for lasting peace in the Middle East.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed the 20-point peace plan put forward by US President Donald Trump to end the Gaza conflict. In a social media post, PM Modi described the plan as a significant step for “long-term and sustainable peace, security and development for the Palestinian and Israeli people, achieving”. He also called for concerned parties to come together to support the process to end the conflict.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and world leaders have welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan. Netanyahu remains opposed to Palestinian statehood, while global leaders urge all parties to seize the opportunity for lasting peace in the Middle East.

PM Modi, world leaders welcome Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan, Israel remains opposed to Palestinian statehood

Nepal is set to launch a five-year Everest clean-up plan in line with a Supreme Court directive, as the world’s highest peak—often dubbed the Earth’s tallest garbage dump—grapples with decades of accumulated waste. Experts warn that the growing piles of trash collected each season highlight the urgent need for sustainable mountaineering practices.&nbsp;Melting ice is exposing long-buried waste and even human remains, further exacerbating the problem of climate change. It also contaminates watersheds and poses a risk to downstream communities, according to a report in the Kathmandu Post.&nbsp;Meanwhile, a draft of the Clean Mountain Strategy (2025–2029), reviewed by the post, allocates Rs 308 million for Everest clean-up efforts, though insiders estimate that the real cost will exceed Rs 1 billion. The plan proposes creating a specialised team of “Mountain Rangers,” composed of climbers, to monitor and manage waste at Everest Base Camp and higher camps. It also suggests exploring the use of drone technology to collect waste above the base camp.<h3>What polluted the Everest region over a decade?</h3>The burden of litter has scarred the Everest region for decades. Several climbers, Sherpas, guides, and porters left tonnes of waste materials that include oxygen canisters, ropes, plastic bottles, kitchen scraps, and human waste, polluting both the slopes and settlements downstream.&nbsp;Plastic poses one of the gravest threats to Everest, as a single plastic bag can take up to 500 years to decompose. If burned, it releases toxins into the air; if buried, it contaminates the soil. With climbing traffic on the rise, plastic waste has steadily climbed to higher altitudes, making Everest a stark emblem of environmental neglect.&nbsp;According to the Nepal Mountain Academy, rope-fixing teams leave behind nearly 400 kg of ladders and nylon ropes each year above the base camp. Buried under snow, these ropes can also remain on the mountain for decades.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee collected 85 tonnes of garbage in the 2024 spring season, including almost 28 tonnes of human waste, and the Nepali Army removed another 11 tonnes.&nbsp;In order to reduce mounting pressure, Nepal has exponentially increased climbing fees. The royalty fee per foreign climber via the south route in spring has increased from $11,000 to $15,000 under revised regulations. In addition, climbers will also be required to pay a refundable garbage deposit as well as a non-refundable environmental fee.&nbsp;Part of the climbing revenue will be set aside for clean-up drives, with local communities engaged in the process. The strategy also proposes charging expedition operators a waste management fee, following the “polluter pays” principle. A dedicated Mountain Clean-up Fund will be established, and climbers will be mandated to carry bottles for human waste. Industry experts, however, warn that Nepal is already behind schedule in implementing such measures.&nbsp;“We proposed a $100 non-refundable per climber fee in 2010,” said Dambar Parajuli, president of the Expedition Operators Association Nepal. “Had it been implemented, the fund would have exceeded Rs1 billion by now,” he also said. Similarly, China also introduced this measure in 2014.&nbsp;Parajuli, Everest’s Camp IV, is the most polluted location, which requires enormous resources. “We estimate a minimum of Rs1 billion for five years. But frequent policy changes due to unstable governments have prevented consistent action," he said.&nbsp;The draft strategy proposes stringent measures on equipment and materials, while also pushing to integrate environmental awareness into local curricula and expand such materials nationwide. However, some initiatives are already underway.&nbsp;Climbers above base camp have been required to use poop bags since 2024 under the initiative of the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality. Officials say the new plan aims to safeguard Everest’s global standing by aligning mountaineering goals with environmental responsibility. Experts, however, warn that without adequate funding, the mountain may continue to carry the stigma of being the world’s most visible garbage dump.

A draft of the Clean Mountain Strategy (2025–2029), reviewed by the post, allocates Rs 308 million for Everest clean-up efforts, though insiders estimate that the real cost will exceed Rs 1 billion.

Nepal is set to launch a five-year Everest clean-up plan in line with a Supreme Court directive, as the world’s highest peak—often dubbed the Earth’s tallest garbage dump—grapples with decades of accumulated waste. Experts warn that the growing piles of trash collected each season highlight the urgent need for sustainable mountaineering practices. Melting ice is exposing long-buried waste and even human remains, further exacerbating the problem of climate change. It also contaminates watersheds and poses a risk to downstream communities, according to a report in the Kathmandu Post. Meanwhile, a draft of the Clean Mountain Strategy (2025–2029), reviewed by the post, allocates Rs 308 million for Everest clean-up efforts, though insiders estimate that the real cost will exceed Rs 1 billion. The plan proposes creating a specialised team of “Mountain Rangers,” composed of climbers, to monitor and manage waste at Everest Base Camp and higher camps. It also suggests exploring the use of drone technology to collect waste above the base camp. What polluted the Everest region over a decade? The burden of litter has scarred the Everest region for decades. Several climbers, Sherpas, guides, and porters left tonnes of waste materials that include oxygen canisters, ropes, plastic bottles, kitchen scraps, and human waste, polluting both the slopes and settlements downstream. Plastic poses one of the gravest threats to Everest, as a single plastic bag can take up to 500 years to decompose. If burned, it releases toxins into the air; if buried, it contaminates the soil. With climbing traffic on the rise, plastic waste has steadily climbed to higher altitudes, making Everest a stark emblem of environmental neglect. According to the Nepal Mountain Academy, rope-fixing teams leave behind nearly 400 kg of ladders and nylon ropes each year above the base camp. Buried under snow, these ropes can also remain on the mountain for decades. Meanwhile, the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee collected 85 tonnes of garbage in the 2024 spring season, including almost 28 tonnes of human waste, and the Nepali Army removed another 11 tonnes. In order to reduce mounting pressure, Nepal has exponentially increased climbing fees. The royalty fee per foreign climber via the south route in spring has increased from $11,000 to $15,000 under revised regulations. In addition, climbers will also be required to pay a refundable garbage deposit as well as a non-refundable environmental fee. Part of the climbing revenue will be set aside for clean-up drives, with local communities engaged in the process. The strategy also proposes charging expedition operators a waste management fee, following the “polluter pays” principle. A dedicated Mountain Clean-up Fund will be established, and climbers will be mandated to carry bottles for human waste. Industry experts, however, warn that Nepal is already behind schedule in implementing such measures. “We proposed a $100 non-refundable per climber fee in 2010,” said Dambar Parajuli, president of the Expedition Operators Association Nepal. “Had it been implemented, the fund would have exceeded Rs1 billion by now,” he also said. Similarly, China also introduced this measure in 2014. Parajuli, Everest’s Camp IV, is the most polluted location, which requires enormous resources. “We estimate a minimum of Rs1 billion for five years. But frequent policy changes due to unstable governments have prevented consistent action," he said. The draft strategy proposes stringent measures on equipment and materials, while also pushing to integrate environmental awareness into local curricula and expand such materials nationwide. However, some initiatives are already underway. Climbers above base camp have been required to use poop bags since 2024 under the initiative of the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee and Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality. Officials say the new plan aims to safeguard Everest’s global standing by aligning mountaineering goals with environmental responsibility. Experts, however, warn that without adequate funding, the mountain may continue to carry the stigma of being the world’s most visible garbage dump.

A draft of the Clean Mountain Strategy (2025–2029), reviewed by the post, allocates Rs 308 million for Everest clean-up efforts, though insiders estimate that the real cost will exceed Rs 1 billion.

Nepal plans 5-year clean-up drive to tackle decades of accumulated waste from Mount Everest

From Tuesday (Sep 30), accessing porn sites in yet another US state will become harder, hitting the multi-billion-dollar American adult entertainment industry. Ohio’s age verification law takes effect on Tuesday, even as at least 21 of the 50 US states have enforced laws requiring adult websites to verify that users are 18 or older in order to access the sites. These porn blockades have led to significant changes in how adult sites operate. Millions of Americans will essentially stop accessing these sites as they will have to provide identifiable personal information to prove their age.<h2>America's porn crackdown</h2>For decades, pornography in America hid behind the freedom of expression enshrined in the Constitution. But the crackdown intensified starting in 2022, when Louisiana became the first state to require age verification for sexually explicit websites like Pornhub. The Supreme Court upheld Texas’s HB 1181 in a landmark 6–3 ruling on June 27 this year, ruling that such laws do not violate the First Amendment as long as they merely require adults to verify their age before accessing content deemed “harmful to minors.”Emboldened by the Supreme Court’s stamp of approval, lawmakers across the country swung to action. Now, at least 25 states have passed some form of age verification legislation, and 12 more are mulling similar bills. Platforms have been forced to use government-issued ID checks such as driver’s licences and Social Security cards, facial recognition, or bank transaction data to ensure that only adults access porn sites.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/choking-in-porn-to-be-banned-in-the-uk-heres-why-9031957">Choking in porn could be banned in the UK. Here's why</a><h2>How are the US porn platforms reacting to the blockades?</h2>Aylo, the parent company of Pornhub, has entirely blocked access to the world’s largest porn site in 21 states, citing privacy concerns for users and what it called “unworkable enforcement schemes.” Users in these states now see error pages instead of content, though verified creators in those states can still upload content.OnlyFans, the user-generated content platform, and some smaller platforms have opted to comply by using third-party age verification services such as Yoti, which uses facial estimation technology.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/doctored-image-of-giorgia-meloni-on-porn-site-sparks-outrage-in-italy-sickening-details-emerge-1756396723406">Doctored image of Giorgia Meloni on porn site sparks outrage in Italy. Sickening details emerge</a><h2>How are the users trying to dodge the porn blockade?</h2>VPN usage has reportedly exploded in states with active bans, with Florida alone seeing a 1,150 per cent surge in VPN traffic after its law took effect in January. A study from NYU found that searches for VPNs rose 23 per cent in restricted states, with users often rerouting their connections through less restrictive areas like New York to bypass the blocks.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/why-did-the-government-ban-soft-porn-ott-apps-websites-list-1753435037461">Why did the government ban 'soft-porn' OTT apps, websites? List</a><h2>Protecting minors vs curbing civil liberties: The legal arguments on porn blockades</h2>The ostensible reason for the blockade is protecting children, but critics, including civil liberty and sex worker advocacy groups, warn that these laws could drive users toward more dangerous, unregulated platforms. The block has started a debate on surveillance, privacy, and potential data breaches stemming from ID verification systems.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/porn-age-verification-is-coming-but-can-it-protect-your-privacy-1752774112491">Porn age verification is coming. But can it protect your privacy?</a><h2>How the porn industry is hit by the blockade</h2>Pornhub reportedly saw an 80 per cent drop in traffic in Louisiana after the state enacted its law, translating into millions in lost advertising revenue. Industry experts estimate that age-verification laws could cost adult platforms over $500 million annually if current enforcement continues. The US online adult entertainment revenue could drop by 10–15 per cent in 2025 alone, a loss of up to $450 million, according to estimates.Several independent adult content creators have seen subscriber losses and declining visibility. Their income in blocked states has dropped 20 per cent or more. With roughly 100,000 adult content creators estimated to operate in affected states, the economic ripple effects could be wide-ranging.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/sexual-pleasure-a-gift-from-god-but-avoid-porn-says-pope-francis-681192/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/sexual-pleasure-a-gift-from-god-but-avoid-porn-says-pope-francis-681192/embed</a><h2>A boon for the age verification tech industry</h2>The global market for age verification tools reached $2.22 billion in 2025 and is expected to more than double by 2033. But for adult entertainment platforms, the cost of compliance is high, with each verification possibly costing up to 50 cents, adding up to tens of millions in new operational costs for high-traffic sites.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/uk-to-enforce-age-verification-checks-for-porn-access-from-next-week-but-there-is-a-problem-adult-content-rules-online-safety-act-1752755234257">Age verification for porn site access is coming to 14 million UK users next week. But there is a problem...</a><h2>What happens next in the porn sites vs age verification battle?</h2>One aspect everyone is watching closely is federal legislation that would ensure unified standards. There are already lawsuits challenging age verification laws in states like Florida and Kansas, and ongoing legal battles could clarify enforcement by the end of the year. Meanwhile, the industry continues to face disruption and uncertainty as access becomes increasingly restricted across the country. &nbsp;

From September 30, accessing porn sites becomes harder in over 20 US states due to new age verification laws. It's hitting website traffic, creators' income, and the adult industry's revenues.


From Tuesday (Sep 30), accessing porn sites in yet another US state will become harder, hitting the multi-billion-dollar American adult entertainment industry. Ohio’s age verification law takes effect on Tuesday, even as at least 21 of the 50 US states have enforced laws requiring adult websites to verify that users are 18 or older in order to access the sites. These porn blockades have led to significant changes in how adult sites operate. Millions of Americans will essentially stop accessing these sites as they will have to provide identifiable personal information to prove their age. America's porn crackdown For decades, pornography in America hid behind the freedom of expression enshrined in the Constitution. But the crackdown intensified starting in 2022, when Louisiana became the first state to require age verification for sexually explicit websites like Pornhub. The Supreme Court upheld Texas’s HB 1181 in a landmark 6–3 ruling on June 27 this year, ruling that such laws do not violate the First Amendment as long as they merely require adults to verify their age before accessing content deemed “harmful to minors.” Emboldened by the Supreme Court’s stamp of approval, lawmakers across the country swung to action. Now, at least 25 states have passed some form of age verification legislation, and 12 more are mulling similar bills. Platforms have been forced to use government-issued ID checks such as driver’s licences and Social Security cards, facial recognition, or bank transaction data to ensure that only adults access porn sites. Also read: Choking in porn could be banned in the UK. Here's why How are the US porn platforms reacting to the blockades? Aylo, the parent company of Pornhub, has entirely blocked access to the world’s largest porn site in 21 states, citing privacy concerns for users and what it called “unworkable enforcement schemes.” Users in these states now see error pages instead of content, though verified creators in those states can still upload content. OnlyFans, the user-generated content platform, and some smaller platforms have opted to comply by using third-party age verification services such as Yoti, which uses facial estimation technology. Also read: Doctored image of Giorgia Meloni on porn site sparks outrage in Italy. Sickening details emerge How are the users trying to dodge the porn blockade? VPN usage has reportedly exploded in states with active bans, with Florida alone seeing a 1,150 per cent surge in VPN traffic after its law took effect in January. A study from NYU found that searches for VPNs rose 23 per cent in restricted states, with users often rerouting their connections through less restrictive areas like New York to bypass the blocks. Also read: Why did the government ban 'soft-porn' OTT apps, websites? List Protecting minors vs curbing civil liberties: The legal arguments on porn blockades The ostensible reason for the blockade is protecting children, but critics, including civil liberty and sex worker advocacy groups, warn that these laws could drive users toward more dangerous, unregulated platforms. The block has started a debate on surveillance, privacy, and potential data breaches stemming from ID verification systems. Also read: Porn age verification is coming. But can it protect your privacy? How the porn industry is hit by the blockade Pornhub reportedly saw an 80 per cent drop in traffic in Louisiana after the state enacted its law, translating into millions in lost advertising revenue. Industry experts estimate that age-verification laws could cost adult platforms over $500 million annually if current enforcement continues. The US online adult entertainment revenue could drop by 10–15 per cent in 2025 alone, a loss of up to $450 million, according to estimates. Several independent adult content creators have seen subscriber losses and declining visibility. Their income in blocked states has dropped 20 per cent or more. With roughly 100,000 adult content creators estimated to operate in affected states, the economic ripple effects could be wide-ranging. https://www.wionews.com/videos/sexual-pleasure-a-gift-from-god-but-avoid-porn-says-pope-francis-681192/embed A boon for the age verification tech industry The global market for age verification tools reached $2.22 billion in 2025 and is expected to more than double by 2033. But for adult entertainment platforms, the cost of compliance is high, with each verification possibly costing up to 50 cents, adding up to tens of millions in new operational costs for high-traffic sites. Also read: Age verification for porn site access is coming to 14 million UK users next week. But there is a problem... What happens next in the porn sites vs age verification battle? One aspect everyone is watching closely is federal legislation that would ensure unified standards. There are already lawsuits challenging age verification laws in states like Florida and Kansas, and ongoing legal battles could clarify enforcement by the end of the year. Meanwhile, the industry continues to face disruption and uncertainty as access becomes increasingly restricted across the country.

From September 30, accessing porn sites becomes harder in over 20 US states due to new age verification laws. It's hitting website traffic, creators' income, and the adult industry's revenues. &nbsp;

Porn blocked: Multi-billion dollar US adult entertainment industry faces moment of reckoning as more states introduce age verification

Indian singer Zubeen Garg’s death on September 19 numbed the nation. The 52-year-old was in Singapore where he was scheduled to perform at a live concert, a part of the North East India Festival. Now, the Ministry of Home Affairs has formally invoked the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) to seek cooperation from Singaporean authorities in investigating the tragic death of renowned singer. This move aims to facilitate a comprehensive probe into the circumstances surrounding Garg's drowning during his visit to Singapore for the festival.&nbsp;&nbsp;His untimely death in Singapore, brought his fans together in way never seen before. For days, Assam was trying to crawl back to normalcy as his fans were shattered by the sudden demise of their idol.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/singer-papon-cancels-upcoming-mumbai-show-post-zubeen-garg-s-untimely-demise-1759213046876">Singer Papon cancels upcoming Mumbai show post Zubeen Garg's untimely demise</a> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier this month, PM Modi condoled the shocking demise of Zubeen Garg and wrote, “Shocked by the sudden demise of popular singer Zubeen Garg. He will be remembered for his rich contribution to music. His renditions were very popular among people across all walks of life. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.” &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; Zubeen Garg passed away in Singapore on September 19 after an alleged drowning incident. His body was flown to the national capital, Delhi, and later transported to Assam on a commercial flight that landed in Guwahati on Sunday morning. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;His final rites were carried out in the Kamarkuchi village of Assam on September 23, in the presence of hundreds of fans, his family members, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and other political leaders. A gun salute was given to Zubeen at the crematorium.&nbsp;(With agency inputs)

Singer Zubeen Garg was in Singapore for a live concert, a part of the North East India Festival. Indian officials aim to facilitate a comprehensive probe into the circumstances surrounding Garg's drowning during his visit 

Indian singer Zubeen Garg’s death on September 19 numbed the nation. The 52-year-old was in Singapore where he was scheduled to perform at a live concert, a part of the North East India Festival. Now, the Ministry of Home Affairs has formally invoked the Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) to seek cooperation from Singaporean authorities in investigating the tragic death of renowned singer. This move aims to facilitate a comprehensive probe into the circumstances surrounding Garg's drowning during his visit to Singapore for the festival. His untimely death in Singapore, brought his fans together in way never seen before. For days, Assam was trying to crawl back to normalcy as his fans were shattered by the sudden demise of their idol. Also read: Singer Papon cancels upcoming Mumbai show post Zubeen Garg's untimely demise Earlier this month, PM Modi condoled the shocking demise of Zubeen Garg and wrote, “Shocked by the sudden demise of popular singer Zubeen Garg. He will be remembered for his rich contribution to music. His renditions were very popular among people across all walks of life. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.” Zubeen Garg passed away in Singapore on September 19 after an alleged drowning incident. His body was flown to the national capital, Delhi, and later transported to Assam on a commercial flight that landed in Guwahati on Sunday morning. His final rites were carried out in the Kamarkuchi village of Assam on September 23, in the presence of hundreds of fans, his family members, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju and other political leaders. A gun salute was given to Zubeen at the crematorium. (With agency inputs)

Singer Zubeen Garg was in Singapore for a live concert, a part of the North East India Festival. Indian officials aim to facilitate a comprehensive probe into the circumstances surrounding Garg's drowning during his visit&nbsp;

Zubeen Garg's death probe: India seeks cooperation from Singaporean authorities

At least ten people were killed and 32 others injured on Tuesday (Sep 30) in a bomb blast on Zarghoon Road in Quetta, Pakistan. The powerful explosion, followed by heavy gunfire, shattered windows and doors of nearby buildings and forced authorities to declare a citywide emergency in hospitals. Police and rescue teams rushed to the scene while security forces, including the Frontier Corps, cordoned off the area. Footage showed plumes of smoke rising high above the city.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/uae-unveils-new-visa-categories-expands-residency-rules-for-global-talent-good-news-for-indians-amid-h-1b-row-1759216784566">UAE unveils new visa categories, expands residency rules for global talent. Good news fro Indians amid H-1B row?</a><h2>Blasts rattled the area</h2>As per reports, the blasts were so strong that the windows and doors of nearby buildings were shattered by the force. Balochistan Health Minister Bakht Muhammad Kakar has directed all doctors, nurses, and paramedical staff to report for duty as hospitals brace for more casualties.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Video footage of today’s blast in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Quetta?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Quetta</a> Pakistani officials have confirmed that a vehicle bomb was carried out in the attack, followed by an armed attack on the headquarters of the FC in the city of Quetta, at least 10 people died and 30 others were injured. <a href="https://t.co/eA6Qit8TUF">pic.twitter.com/eA6Qit8TUF</a>&mdash; ConflictX (@ConflictXtweets) <a href="https://twitter.com/ConflictXtweets/status/1972939328570683475?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In a statement to Dawn, Kakar said that at least 10 people were killed and 32 were injured as the bomb blast ripped through a busy street. “Thirty-two injured have been taken to the Civil Hospital and Trauma Centre,” Kakar said.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-school-collapse-at-least-one-dead-dozens-injured-65-students-feared-trapped-under-rubble-1759202686916">Indonesia school collapse: At least one dead, dozens injured; 65 students feared trapped under rubble</a><h2>Suicide bomb likely</h2>Pakistani media reported the blast was likely a suicide bombing, though officials have yet to confirm. The attack comes weeks after a September 4 blast at a political rally in Quetta killed 15 people and wounded more than 30. An investigation is underway into Tuesday's explosion.

In a statement Balochistan Health Minister Bakht Muhammad Kakar said that at least 10 people were killed and 32 were injured as the bomb blast ripped through a busy street. “Thirty-two injured have been taken to the Civil Hospital and Trauma Centre,” Kakar said.

At least ten people were killed and 32 others injured on Tuesday (Sep 30) in a bomb blast on Zarghoon Road in Quetta, Pakistan. The powerful explosion, followed by heavy gunfire, shattered windows and doors of nearby buildings and forced authorities to declare a citywide emergency in hospitals. Police and rescue teams rushed to the scene while security forces, including the Frontier Corps, cordoned off the area. Footage showed plumes of smoke rising high above the city. Also read | UAE unveils new visa categories, expands residency rules for global talent. Good news fro Indians amid H-1B row? Blasts rattled the area As per reports, the blasts were so strong that the windows and doors of nearby buildings were shattered by the force. Balochistan Health Minister Bakht Muhammad Kakar has directed all doctors, nurses, and paramedical staff to report for duty as hospitals brace for more casualties.

In a statement Balochistan Health Minister Bakht Muhammad Kakar said that at least 10 people were killed and 32 were injured as the bomb blast ripped through a busy street. “Thirty-two injured have been taken to the Civil Hospital and Trauma Centre,” Kakar said.

Deadly bomb blast in Pakistan's Quetta kills at least 10, injures 32

Around 100 Iranians have been deported to their homeland from the US. The Turmp administration is sending back a plane-load of people. News outlet The New York Times quoted senior officials in talks with a US official in charge of the plan. Ever since Trump assumed office for the second time in January this year, he has been stringent about deporting immigrants whom he calls ‘aliens’. According to Iranian officials, the plane carrying deportees took off from Louisiana on September 29 and was scheduled to land in Iran via Qatar. Deportation has been something the president has been keenly watching, and also been passing orders that will curb migration. From blocking borders to making visa applications a difficult process, the administration has incorporated additional checks.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/president-trump-renews-threat-of-100-tariffs-on-films-made-outside-the-us-1759162864629/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/president-trump-renews-threat-of-100-tariffs-on-films-made-outside-the-us-1759162864629/embed</a> &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;In July, the US State Department has issued an advisory against travelling to Iran. Americans and Iranian-Americans in particular have been advised not to travel to the country as it doesn’t recognise dual citizenship. The notice informed, ‘Americans, including Iranian-Americans and other dual-nationals, have been wrongfully detained—taken hostage—by the Iranian government for months, and years.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-the-peacemaker-10-takeaways-from-his-gaza-peace-plan-that-has-netanyahu-s-backing-1759195574203">Trump the ‘peacemaker’? 10 takeaways from his Gaza peace plan that has Netanyahu's backing</a>&nbsp;The threat of detention is even greater today. Do not travel to Iran under any circumstances.’ The notice came at a time when Iran and Israel were embroiled in cross-border fighting. And after striking Iran's nuclear base, Trump announced a ceasefire. He also claimed that he ‘bliterated’ the country's nuclear programme.&nbsp;&nbsp;

100 Iranian immigrants deported to their homeland by the Trump administration. Ever since he assumed office for his second, the US president has been keen on sending ‘aliens’ back home.

Around 100 Iranians have been deported to their homeland from the US. The Turmp administration is sending back a plane-load of people. News outlet The New York Times quoted senior officials in talks with a US official in charge of the plan. Ever since Trump assumed office for the second time in January this year, he has been stringent about deporting immigrants whom he calls ‘aliens’. According to Iranian officials, the plane carrying deportees took off from Louisiana on September 29 and was scheduled to land in Iran via Qatar. Deportation has been something the president has been keenly watching, and also been passing orders that will curb migration. From blocking borders to making visa applications a difficult process, the administration has incorporated additional checks. https://www.wionews.com/videos/president-trump-renews-threat-of-100-tariffs-on-films-made-outside-the-us-1759162864629/embed In July, the US State Department has issued an advisory against travelling to Iran. Americans and Iranian-Americans in particular have been advised not to travel to the country as it doesn’t recognise dual citizenship. The notice informed, ‘Americans, including Iranian-Americans and other dual-nationals, have been wrongfully detained—taken hostage—by the Iranian government for months, and years. Also read: Trump the ‘peacemaker’? 10 takeaways from his Gaza peace plan that has Netanyahu's backing The threat of detention is even greater today. Do not travel to Iran under any circumstances.’ The notice came at a time when Iran and Israel were embroiled in cross-border fighting. And after striking Iran's nuclear base, Trump announced a ceasefire. He also claimed that he ‘bliterated’ the country's nuclear programme.

100 Iranian immigrants deported to their homeland by the Trump administration. Ever since he assumed office for his second, the US president has been keen on sending ‘aliens’ back home.

Trump administration deports planeload of Iranian immigrants

On September 18, US President Donald Trump declared he wanted to “get back” Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan, citing its proximity to China’s nuclear facilities in Xinjiang. Speaking at a joint press appearance with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London, Trump said, “It’s an hour away from where China makes its nuclear weapons,” and wrote on social media that not reclaiming the base would lead to “BAD THINGS.” He also accused his predecessor, Joe Biden of having surrendered the base “for nothing” during the 2021 withdrawal. However, many analysts and observers argue that the nuclear argument may be a smokescreen. Trump’s comments have revived suspicions that his real interest lies in Afghanistan’s vast, untapped mineral wealth. Social media platforms and geopolitical commentators have pointed out that the “one hour away” claim is exaggerated—the actual flight time from Bagram to Xinjiang is closer to two hours. They note that China is already making significant inroads into Afghanistan’s mining sector through Belt and Road initiatives and direct deals with the Taliban. So what could really be on Trump's mind?<h2>Afghanistan’s enormous mineral wealth</h2>Afghanistan is home to vast deposits of critical minerals, including lithium, rare earth elements, copper, and iron. These are essential to powering modern electronic devices, electric vehicles, and military technologies. A 2007 US Geological Survey (USGS) report estimated that Afghanistan's nonfuel mineral resources could be worth at least $1 trillion. The Afghan government has previously claimed that the figure could be as high as $3 trillion.Among the most prominent sites are the Hajigak iron ore deposit and the Mes Aynak copper deposit in Logar province, which holds millions of tonnes of copper. Lithium and rare earths are also present in significant quantities, to the extent that an internal US Department of Defense memo once described Afghanistan as potentially becoming the “Saudi Arabia of lithium.”<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/bagram-base-issue-to-cast-a-shadow-on-trump-talks-1758555329037/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/bagram-base-issue-to-cast-a-shadow-on-trump-talks-1758555329037/embed</a><h2>What has the US done to access Afghan minerals?</h2>Over the years, US agencies including the USGS, USAID, and the Department of Defense invested in geological surveys, mapping, data collection, and legal frameworks to enable mining operations. These efforts spanned both pre-Taliban and Taliban governments. In recent years, even under Taliban rule, contracts worth billions of dollars have reportedly been signed for resources such as iron, gold, lead, and zinc.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taliban-release-us-citizen-after-visit-by-hostage-envoy-qatari-mediation-1759083956142">Taliban release US citizen after visit by hostage envoy, Qatari mediation</a><h2>The strategic value of Bagram Air Base</h2>Bagram Air Base was a central hub for US operations from its 2001 invasion until the August 2021 withdrawal. It featured long runways, hardened infrastructure, and logistical capability that made it one of the most significant military installations in the region. Its location offers a vantage point not only into Afghanistan but also neighbouring countries like China, Pakistan, and the broader Central Asian region.While Trump’s public focus has been on countering China’s nuclear threat, there is growing speculation that regaining Bagram could serve as a launchpad to secure access to Afghanistan’s mineral wealth. This aligns with Trump’s past rhetoric—he has previously suggested that Afghanistan’s natural resources could help offset the costs of America’s military involvement there. Some compare this thinking to his controversial remarks about “buying” Greenland or exploiting Ukraine’s assets.<h2>Is a US return to Afghanistan even feasible?</h2>Despite the Trump rhetoric, a full-scale American return to Bagram—or any military re-entry into Afghanistan—faces serious challenges. The Taliban firmly rejected any possibility of foreign military bases under current arrangements, citing sovereignty and territorial integrity. China, Russia, Iran, and Pakistan issued a joint statement opposing any foreign military presence in Afghanistan, raising the risk of significant regional backlash.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-warns-afghanistan-rulers-taliban-hand-back-bagram-airbase-or-bad-things-are-going-to-happen-1758418119901">Trump warns Taliban: Hand back Bagram airbase or 'BAD THINGS ARE GOING TO HAPPEN'</a>Experts argue that retaking and reactivating Bagram would require tens of thousands of troops and billions of dollars in reconstruction. Many consider such a move politically untenable and militarily unsustainable. Even under more favourable conditions, Afghanistan’s terrain, persistent insecurity, and infrastructure deficits have repeatedly stalled mining projects. For example, the Mes Aynak copper project has seen years of delay, reportedly due to security issues, archaeological concerns, and logistical barriers.Also, much of the estimated $1–3 trillion in mineral wealth remains unproven or economically unexploitable. Estimates are based on geological potential, not on confirmed reserves or commercially viable extraction plans.Also read: <a href="">Taliban issues first response on Trump's Bagram base takeover claims: 'Afghanistan won't give up an inch...'</a><h2>What’s next for Trump and the US in Afghanistan?</h2>In the short term, we can expect Trump to continue ramping up rhetoric about Bagram and Afghanistan, potentially criticising both the Taliban and the Biden administration. This could lay the groundwork for a more aggressive policy stance. Whether this will translate into actual military re-engagement remains unclear, but many analysts see the framing of Bagram as a convenient pretext—strategically couched in national security language, but economically motivated by the lure of critical minerals.In the current context of US-China rivalry, control over rare earths and lithium is becoming a geopolitical priority. Whether through diplomacy, covert deals, or military pressure, Afghanistan’s natural resources are likely to remain central to any renewed American interest in the region. But re-entering Afghanistan militarily, especially through Bagram, would be an enormous and risky undertaking—with no guarantee of success.

Trump’s push to reclaim Bagram Air Base is stirring speculation that his real aim is to access  Afghanistan’s vast mineral wealth, not China’s nukes. With $1–3 trillion in untapped critical minerals at stake, Bagram may be a strategic excuse for the US re-entry. 



On September 18, US President Donald Trump declared he wanted to “get back” Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan, citing its proximity to China’s nuclear facilities in Xinjiang. Speaking at a joint press appearance with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in London, Trump said, “It’s an hour away from where China makes its nuclear weapons,” and wrote on social media that not reclaiming the base would lead to “BAD THINGS.” He also accused his predecessor, Joe Biden of having surrendered the base “for nothing” during the 2021 withdrawal. However, many analysts and observers argue that the nuclear argument may be a smokescreen. Trump’s comments have revived suspicions that his real interest lies in Afghanistan’s vast, untapped mineral wealth. Social media platforms and geopolitical commentators have pointed out that the “one hour away” claim is exaggerated—the actual flight time from Bagram to Xinjiang is closer to two hours. They note that China is already making significant inroads into Afghanistan’s mining sector through Belt and Road initiatives and direct deals with the Taliban. So what could really be on Trump's mind? Afghanistan’s enormous mineral wealth Afghanistan is home to vast deposits of critical minerals, including lithium, rare earth elements, copper, and iron. These are essential to powering modern electronic devices, electric vehicles, and military technologies. A 2007 US Geological Survey (USGS) report estimated that Afghanistan's nonfuel mineral resources could be worth at least $1 trillion. The Afghan government has previously claimed that the figure could be as high as $3 trillion. Among the most prominent sites are the Hajigak iron ore deposit and the Mes Aynak copper deposit in Logar province, which holds millions of tonnes of copper. Lithium and rare earths are also present in significant quantities, to the extent that an internal US Department of Defense memo once described Afghanistan as potentially becoming the “Saudi Arabia of lithium.” https://www.wionews.com/videos/bagram-base-issue-to-cast-a-shadow-on-trump-talks-1758555329037/embed What has the US done to access Afghan minerals? Over the years, US agencies including the USGS, USAID, and the Department of Defense invested in geological surveys, mapping, data collection, and legal frameworks to enable mining operations. These efforts spanned both pre-Taliban and Taliban governments. In recent years, even under Taliban rule, contracts worth billions of dollars have reportedly been signed for resources such as iron, gold, lead, and zinc. Also read: Taliban release US citizen after visit by hostage envoy, Qatari mediation The strategic value of Bagram Air Base Bagram Air Base was a central hub for US operations from its 2001 invasion until the August 2021 withdrawal. It featured long runways, hardened infrastructure, and logistical capability that made it one of the most significant military installations in the region. Its location offers a vantage point not only into Afghanistan but also neighbouring countries like China, Pakistan, and the broader Central Asian region. While Trump’s public focus has been on countering China’s nuclear threat, there is growing speculation that regaining Bagram could serve as a launchpad to secure access to Afghanistan’s mineral wealth. This aligns with Trump’s past rhetoric—he has previously suggested that Afghanistan’s natural resources could help offset the costs of America’s military involvement there. Some compare this thinking to his controversial remarks about “buying” Greenland or exploiting Ukraine’s assets. Is a US return to Afghanistan even feasible? Despite the Trump rhetoric, a full-scale American return to Bagram—or any military re-entry into Afghanistan—faces serious challenges. The Taliban firmly rejected any possibility of foreign military bases under current arrangements, citing sovereignty and territorial integrity. China, Russia, Iran, and Pakistan issued a joint statement opposing any foreign military presence in Afghanistan, raising the risk of significant regional backlash. Also read: Trump warns Taliban: Hand back Bagram airbase or 'BAD THINGS ARE GOING TO HAPPEN' Experts argue that retaking and reactivating Bagram would require tens of thousands of troops and billions of dollars in reconstruction. Many consider such a move politically untenable and militarily unsustainable. Even under more favourable conditions, Afghanistan’s terrain, persistent insecurity, and infrastructure deficits have repeatedly stalled mining projects. For example, the Mes Aynak copper project has seen years of delay, reportedly due to security issues, archaeological concerns, and logistical barriers. Also, much of the estimated $1–3 trillion in mineral wealth remains unproven or economically unexploitable. Estimates are based on geological potential, not on confirmed reserves or commercially viable extraction plans. Also read: Taliban issues first response on Trump's Bagram base takeover claims: 'Afghanistan won't give up an inch...' What’s next for Trump and the US in Afghanistan? In the short term, we can expect Trump to continue ramping up rhetoric about Bagram and Afghanistan, potentially criticising both the Taliban and the Biden administration. This could lay the groundwork for a more aggressive policy stance. Whether this will translate into actual military re-engagement remains unclear, but many analysts see the framing of Bagram as a convenient pretext—strategically couched in national security language, but economically motivated by the lure of critical minerals. In the current context of US-China rivalry, control over rare earths and lithium is becoming a geopolitical priority. Whether through diplomacy, covert deals, or military pressure, Afghanistan’s natural resources are likely to remain central to any renewed American interest in the region. But re-entering Afghanistan militarily, especially through Bagram, would be an enormous and risky undertaking—with no guarantee of success.

Trump’s push to reclaim Bagram Air Base is stirring speculation that his real aim is to access &nbsp;Afghanistan’s vast mineral wealth, not China’s nukes. With $1–3 trillion in untapped critical minerals at stake, Bagram may be a strategic excuse for the US re-entry.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Is Trump using Bagram air base as an excuse for US to re-invade Afghanistan? Real story may be in trillions of dollars' worth of minerals, not China

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, discovered on July 1, 2025, is approaching its closest distance from the Sun now. It is expected to be invisible from Earth soon. It will be on the opposite side of the Sun for some time. The interloper will reappear in the sky in late November, before approaching its closest passage to Earth, approximately 268 million kilometres or 1.8 Astronomical Units away in mid-December, which is approximately 1.8 times the distance between the Earth and the Sun.<h2>The best view of comet 3I/ATLAS</h2>The interstellar comet is now just a few degrees away from the Sun, making it optimal for visibility just an hour after the Sun sets. Its perihelion is expected on October 29, 2025, ie, closest to the Sun, at approximately 202 million kilometres distance. It will be closer than the other comets; however, Earth’s going to miss the moment. The best view of the comet will be in early December, just before its closest approach to Earth in mid-December.&nbsp;Due to its faintness, a telescope with a minimum 70 mm aperture will be needed for a clear look. A secluded area far from the light pollution of cities will be an optimal space to observe the comet.&nbsp;The fascinating interstellar visitor has a nucleus diameter of roughly 5.6 kilometres and is approaching at speeds over 210,000 km/h. Astronomers have carefully studied the light coming from the comet and found that it has cyanide and nickel in its coma. Additionally, NASA's SPHEREx spacecraft has detected carbon dioxide gas and water ice in the comet, confirming its composition. The Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is the third visitor after &nbsp;1I/’Oumuamua, discovered in 2017, and Comet 2I/Borisov, discovered in 2019. It is twice as fast and larger than the other two.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, discovered in July 2025, is approaching perihelion and will soon be temporarily invisible from Earth. The comet, larger and faster than its predecessors, will be best visible in early December. Learn how to view it and its unique composition.

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, discovered on July 1, 2025, is approaching its closest distance from the Sun now. It is expected to be invisible from Earth soon. It will be on the opposite side of the Sun for some time. The interloper will reappear in the sky in late November, before approaching its closest passage to Earth, approximately 268 million kilometres or 1.8 Astronomical Units away in mid-December, which is approximately 1.8 times the distance between the Earth and the Sun. The best view of comet 3I/ATLAS The interstellar comet is now just a few degrees away from the Sun, making it optimal for visibility just an hour after the Sun sets. Its perihelion is expected on October 29, 2025, ie, closest to the Sun, at approximately 202 million kilometres distance. It will be closer than the other comets; however, Earth’s going to miss the moment. The best view of the comet will be in early December, just before its closest approach to Earth in mid-December. Due to its faintness, a telescope with a minimum 70 mm aperture will be needed for a clear look. A secluded area far from the light pollution of cities will be an optimal space to observe the comet. The fascinating interstellar visitor has a nucleus diameter of roughly 5.6 kilometres and is approaching at speeds over 210,000 km/h. Astronomers have carefully studied the light coming from the comet and found that it has cyanide and nickel in its coma. Additionally, NASA's SPHEREx spacecraft has detected carbon dioxide gas and water ice in the comet, confirming its composition. The Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is the third visitor after 1I/’Oumuamua, discovered in 2017, and Comet 2I/Borisov, discovered in 2019. It is twice as fast and larger than the other two.

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, discovered in July 2025, is approaching perihelion and will soon be temporarily invisible from Earth. The comet, larger and faster than its predecessors, will be best visible in early December. Learn how to view it and its unique composition.

Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS larger than expected, set to vanish from view before reappearing in November 2025

The United Arab Emirates has rolled out a major overhaul of its visa and residency system, adding four new visit visa categories and expanding options for vulnerable groups and professionals. Officials say the reforms aim to attract global talent, boost tourism, and improve inclusivity. This is good news for Indian professionals, who recently were left shocked by a steep increase in the US H-1B visa fee as the Trump administration raised it to $10,000.The &nbsp;UAE also happens to be one of the locations favoured by Indians. In 2024, about 7.8 million Indians travelled to the UAE. Here's all you need to know about the UAE's new visas.<h2>UAE's new visit visas</h2><h3>AI specialist visa</h3>For global tech talent, issued on a single or multiple entry with a sponsor’s letter from a recognised host or sponsoring technology company.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-the-peacemaker-10-takeaways-from-his-gaza-peace-plan-that-has-netanyahu-s-backing-1759195574203">Trump the ‘peacemaker’? 10 takeaways from his Gaza peace plan that has Netanyahu's backing</a><h3>Entertainment visa</h3>For short-term recreational visits.<h3>Event visa</h3>Covers festivals, exhibitions, conferences, cultural or sporting events, with host sponsorship required.<h3>Cruise tourism visa</h3>Multiple-entry permit for tourists arriving via cruise ships or leisure boats, tied to an approved itinerary and licensed operator.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/muslim-nations-back-trump-s-gaza-peace-plan-but-will-hamas-accept-the-deal-1759193878046">Key Muslim nations back Trump’s Gaza peace plan — but will Hamas accept the deal?</a>UAE has also announced updates in its residency visas.<h3>Humanitarian permit</h3>One-year residency (renewable) for those displaced by wars, disasters, or unrest.Residency for widows and divorcees: Six-month window to apply after loss of spouse.Family and friends visa: Residents can now sponsor relatives and friends up to the third degree, depending on income.<h2>Work and business reforms</h2><h3>Business exploration visa</h3>For entrepreneurs and professionals with proof of solvency or ownership.<h3>Truck drivers’ visa</h3>Single or multiple entry with licensed freight company sponsorship, financial guarantees, and health insurance.Authorities said the changes strengthen the UAE’s position as a global hub for talent, tourism, and trade, while balancing economic growth with social inclusivity. &nbsp;

The UAE has launched a major visa and residency overhaul to attract global talent and boost tourism. Here's all you need to know.The UAE has launched a major visa and residency overhaul to attract global talent and boost tourism. Here's all you need to know.

The United Arab Emirates has rolled out a major overhaul of its visa and residency system, adding four new visit visa categories and expanding options for vulnerable groups and professionals. Officials say the reforms aim to attract global talent, boost tourism, and improve inclusivity. This is good news for Indian professionals, who recently were left shocked by a steep increase in the US H-1B visa fee as the Trump administration raised it to $10,000.The UAE also happens to be one of the locations favoured by Indians. In 2024, about 7.8 million Indians travelled to the UAE. Here's all you need to know about the UAE's new visas. UAE's new visit visas AI specialist visa For global tech talent, issued on a single or multiple entry with a sponsor’s letter from a recognised host or sponsoring technology company. Also read | Trump the ‘peacemaker’? 10 takeaways from his Gaza peace plan that has Netanyahu's backing Entertainment visa For short-term recreational visits. Event visa Covers festivals, exhibitions, conferences, cultural or sporting events, with host sponsorship required. Cruise tourism visa Multiple-entry permit for tourists arriving via cruise ships or leisure boats, tied to an approved itinerary and licensed operator. Also read | Key Muslim nations back Trump’s Gaza peace plan — but will Hamas accept the deal? UAE has also announced updates in its residency visas. Humanitarian permit One-year residency (renewable) for those displaced by wars, disasters, or unrest. Residency for widows and divorcees: Six-month window to apply after loss of spouse. Family and friends visa: Residents can now sponsor relatives and friends up to the third degree, depending on income. Work and business reforms Business exploration visa For entrepreneurs and professionals with proof of solvency or ownership. Truck drivers’ visa Single or multiple entry with licensed freight company sponsorship, financial guarantees, and health insurance. Authorities said the changes strengthen the UAE’s position as a global hub for talent, tourism, and trade, while balancing economic growth with social inclusivity.

The UAE has launched a major visa and residency overhaul to attract global talent and boost tourism. Here's all you need to know.

UAE unveils new visa categories, expands residency rules for global talent. Good news for Indians amid H-1B row?

As the US government is teetering towards a shutdown, Trump, 79, posted an AI-generated deepfake video on Truth Social. The video depicts House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries in a sombrero and a moustache as the ‘Mexican Hat Dance’ plays in the background. At the same time, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer was speaking in a doctored voice. The voice can be heard saying that ‘no one loves Democrats anymore’ because of their ‘woke, trans bulls**t’. If Democrats give ‘free healthcare’ to all these 'illegal aliens', then they might vote for Democrats.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://t.co/JzQYLShOCt">pic.twitter.com/JzQYLShOCt</a>&mdash; Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) <a href="https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1972822596397003159?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>A looming government shutdown</h2>The video comes just after Chuck Schumer and &nbsp;Hakeem Jeffries had a meeting with Trump and Speaker Mike Johnson over a potential deal before a government shutdown. However, they failed to reach an agreement. Democrat leaders want healthcare funding as a requirement to keep the government open.&nbsp;“If he accepts some of our demands, which we believe are supported by the American people regarding health care and the elimination of wasteful spending, he could avoid a government shutdown," said Schumer to reporters in the White House.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-ai-medbed-conspiracy-qanon-newsom-1759141548011">Trump posts and deletes AI video of Medbed conspiracy, brutally mocked by Newsom</a>&nbsp;Since the assassination of MAGA influencer Charlie Kirk, Trump had accused the left of rhetoric of the rise in political violence. However, this recent video by Trump shows how far-right is trying to stir up a cultural war, championed by the likes of Charlie Kirk, Steve Bannon and Ben Shapiro, to subvert the narrative from class issues as the government looms towards a shutdown.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Donald Trump just posted this on Truth Social. He’s a national embarrassment. <a href="https://t.co/ofSbXDC2p5">pic.twitter.com/ofSbXDC2p5</a>&mdash; Republicans against Trump (@RpsAgainstTrump) <a href="https://twitter.com/RpsAgainstTrump/status/1972825836085825770?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In an interview with MSNBC, &nbsp;Hakeem Jeffries called it ‘disgusting’: “Bigotry will get you nowhere. We are fighting to protect the healthcare of the American people in the face of an unprecedented Republican assault.”&nbsp;Speaker Mike Jhonson warned in case of a shutdown, "The WIC program, the nutrition program -- women, infants, and children -- that program won't be funded. FEMA won't be funded." While Democrats argued that ‘GOP budgets already cut WIC, FEMA, mental health &amp; Medicaid.’

Trump posts a racist AI-generated deepfake mocking Democratic leaders Jeffries and Schumer, drawing outrage as the US government nears a shutdown. Critics say far-right figures like Charlie Kirk, Steve Bannon, and Ben Shapiro are fueling culture wars to distract from class issues.

As the US government is teetering towards a shutdown, Trump, 79, posted an AI-generated deepfake video on Truth Social. The video depicts House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries in a sombrero and a moustache as the ‘Mexican Hat Dance’ plays in the background. At the same time, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer was speaking in a doctored voice. The voice can be heard saying that ‘no one loves Democrats anymore’ because of their ‘woke, trans bulls**t’. If Democrats give ‘free healthcare’ to all these 'illegal aliens', then they might vote for Democrats.

Trump posts a racist AI-generated deepfake mocking Democratic leaders Jeffries and Schumer, drawing outrage as the US government nears a shutdown. Critics say far-right figures like Charlie Kirk, Steve Bannon, and Ben Shapiro are fueling culture wars to distract from class issues.

Jeffries in sombrero and Schumer in fake voice, Trump posts racist AI deepfake video amid government shutdown standoff

On Monday (Sep 29), a statue of Mahatma Gandhi was vandalised in central London. This incident that took place in Tavistock Square came just days before Gandhi Jayanti. The statue was on the India’s Father of the Nation in a seated and meditating was defaced and there were disturbing graffiti made on it. Officials reached the site and informed the ground reality to local authorities. The Indian High Commission (IHC) in London also took note of the incident and condemned it saying it ‘is deeply saddened and strongly condemns the shameful act of vandalism of the statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Tavistock Square in London.’&nbsp;On X, the IHC expressed, “This is not just vandalism, but a violent attack on the idea of nonviolence, three days before the international day of nonviolence, and on the legacy of the Mahatma. The Indian High Commission has taken this up strongly with local authorities for immediate action, and our team is already on site, coordinating with authorities to restore the statue to its original dignity.”&nbsp;

The Indian High Commission condemns the vandalism of Mahatama Gandhi's statue in central London.

On Monday (Sep 29), a statue of Mahatma Gandhi was vandalised in central London. This incident that took place in Tavistock Square came just days before Gandhi Jayanti. The statue was on the India’s Father of the Nation in a seated and meditating was defaced and there were disturbing graffiti made on it. Officials reached the site and informed the ground reality to local authorities. The Indian High Commission (IHC) in London also took note of the incident and condemned it saying it ‘is deeply saddened and strongly condemns the shameful act of vandalism of the statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Tavistock Square in London.’ On X, the IHC expressed, “This is not just vandalism, but a violent attack on the idea of nonviolence, three days before the international day of nonviolence, and on the legacy of the Mahatma. The Indian High Commission has taken this up strongly with local authorities for immediate action, and our team is already on site, coordinating with authorities to restore the statue to its original dignity.”

The Indian High Commission condemns the vandalism of Mahatama Gandhi's statue in central London.

Mahatma Gandhi's statue vandalised in London, Indian High Commission condemns it

YouTube has agreed to pay $22 million to settle a lawsuit filed by President Donald Trump after the company suspended his account over the January 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol, according to a court filing Monday.The online video platform, a subsidiary of Google parent Alphabet, is the latest Big Tech firm to settle with Trump after he lodged legal cases challenging his broad deplatforming by Big Tech after January 6.The $22 million will go toward Trump's latest construction project at the White House, through a nonprofit called Trust for the National Mall, which is "dedicated to restoring, preserving, and elevating the National Mall, to support the construction of the White House State Ballroom," per a notice of settlement filing in a California federal court.Besides the $22 million to Trump's ballroom venture, YouTube agreed to payments of $2.5 million to a host of other Trump allies, including the American Conservative Union.Major platforms removed Trump after January 6 amid worries he would promote further violence with bogus claims that voter fraud caused his loss to Joe Biden in 2020.The platform blocked Trump from uploading new content on January 12, 2021, pointing to "concerns about the ongoing potential for violence." The move came in parallel to actions by Facebook and Twitter that also suspended Trump's ability to post after the January 6 upheaval.The 79-year-old Republican took social media companies and YouTube to court, claiming he was wrongfully censored.Trump's lawyers maintained he was kicked off under "non-existent or broad, vague and ever-shifting standards," according to the original July 2021 complaint against YouTube and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai.Trump's posting privileges were curbed after more than 140 police officers were injured in hours of clashes with pro-Trump rioters wielding flagpoles, baseball bats, hockey sticks and other makeshift weapons, along with Tasers and canisters of bear spray. They wanted to block Congress from certifying Biden's win.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The online video platform, a subsidiary of Google parent Alphabet, is the latest Big Tech firm to settle with Trump after he lodged legal cases challenging his broad deplatforming by Big Tech after January 6.

YouTube has agreed to pay $22 million to settle a lawsuit filed by President Donald Trump after the company suspended his account over the January 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol, according to a court filing Monday. The online video platform, a subsidiary of Google parent Alphabet, is the latest Big Tech firm to settle with Trump after he lodged legal cases challenging his broad deplatforming by Big Tech after January 6. The $22 million will go toward Trump's latest construction project at the White House, through a nonprofit called Trust for the National Mall, which is "dedicated to restoring, preserving, and elevating the National Mall, to support the construction of the White House State Ballroom," per a notice of settlement filing in a California federal court. Besides the $22 million to Trump's ballroom venture, YouTube agreed to payments of $2.5 million to a host of other Trump allies, including the American Conservative Union. Major platforms removed Trump after January 6 amid worries he would promote further violence with bogus claims that voter fraud caused his loss to Joe Biden in 2020. The platform blocked Trump from uploading new content on January 12, 2021, pointing to "concerns about the ongoing potential for violence." The move came in parallel to actions by Facebook and Twitter that also suspended Trump's ability to post after the January 6 upheaval. The 79-year-old Republican took social media companies and YouTube to court, claiming he was wrongfully censored. Trump's lawyers maintained he was kicked off under "non-existent or broad, vague and ever-shifting standards," according to the original July 2021 complaint against YouTube and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai. Trump's posting privileges were curbed after more than 140 police officers were injured in hours of clashes with pro-Trump rioters wielding flagpoles, baseball bats, hockey sticks and other makeshift weapons, along with Tasers and canisters of bear spray. They wanted to block Congress from certifying Biden's win. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The online video platform, a subsidiary of Google parent Alphabet, is the latest Big Tech firm to settle with Trump after he lodged legal cases challenging his broad deplatforming by Big Tech after January 6.

YouTube to pay $22 million to Trump for suspending his account over Jan 6 Capitol riots

Canada has formally designated the Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a terrorist entity, citing its record of using murder, shootings, and arson to extort and intimidate diaspora communities. The move follows allegations of the gang's role in the murder of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen near Vancouver. Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree said the designation allows authorities to seize the gang’s Canadian assets and prosecute anyone found to be financing or aiding the group. This “gives us more powerful and effective tools to confront and put a stop to their crimes” he said.<h2>Who is Lawrence Bishnoi?</h2>Lawrence Bishnoi, 32, is seen as India’s most notorious gangster. Born in 1993 in Punjab, Lawrence Bishnoi is a notorious gangster, linked with several high-profile killings in India. He grew up in Abohar and later moved to Chandigarh in 2010 to attend DAV College, where he met gangster Goldy Brar. They both were involved in politics and criminal activities. Between 2010 and 2012, Bishnoi faced seven FIRs in Chandigarh, four of which he was acquitted of.Though behind bars for nearly a decade, his network has been tied to high-profile killings, including Punjabi rapper Sidhu Moose Wala in 2022. Investigators say the group has expanded from campus-level racketeering to a global syndicate with links across India, Canada, and beyond.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indonesia-school-collapse-at-least-one-dead-dozens-injured-65-students-feared-trapped-under-rubble-1759202686916">Indonesia school collapse: At least one dead, dozens injured; 65 students feared trapped under rubble</a><h2>Why did Canada designate the Bishnoi Gang a terrorist designation?</h2>Officials say the Bishnoi gang has targeted Sikh diaspora leaders, businesses, and cultural figures in Canada, creating “a climate of insecurity.” A 2023 shooting attack on the Vancouver Island home of Punjabi-Canadian artist AP Dhillon, and repeated extortion threats to community members, were cited as examples of the gang’s reach.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-the-peacemaker-10-takeaways-from-his-gaza-peace-plan-that-has-netanyahu-s-backing-1759195574203">Trump the ‘peacemaker’? 10 takeaways from his Gaza peace plan that has Netanyahu's backing</a>RCMP commissioner Mike Duheme said police had uncovered “well over a dozen credible and imminent threats to life” tied to the gang, prompting warnings to figures including relatives of Canadian opposition leader Jagmeet Singh. Police have arrested at least eight suspects linked to Nijjar’s murder and nearly two dozen others in extortion cases.The World Sikh Organization welcomed the terror listing, calling it a vital first step but warning that accountability must go further. “The true architects of this violence must also be held to account,” the group said.&nbsp;<h2>Diplomatic backdrop</h2>The decision comes after a sharp diplomatic standoff last year, when Canadian investigators accused India of collaborating with the Bishnoi gang to assassinate Nijjar. Delhi dismissed the charges as "strange" and “ludicrous,” and under Prime Minister Mark Carney Canada has since tried to reset ties, with both sides agreeing to share intelligence on cross-border crime and extremism.

Canada has officially labelled the Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a terrorist group, citing murders, shootings, and extortion targeting Sikh diaspora communities. The move allows seizure of assets and prosecution of supporters. Read on for the full story.

Canada has formally designated the Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a terrorist entity, citing its record of using murder, shootings, and arson to extort and intimidate diaspora communities. The move follows allegations of the gang's role in the murder of Khalistani leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, a Canadian citizen near Vancouver. Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree said the designation allows authorities to seize the gang’s Canadian assets and prosecute anyone found to be financing or aiding the group. This “gives us more powerful and effective tools to confront and put a stop to their crimes” he said. Who is Lawrence Bishnoi? Lawrence Bishnoi, 32, is seen as India’s most notorious gangster. Born in 1993 in Punjab, Lawrence Bishnoi is a notorious gangster, linked with several high-profile killings in India. He grew up in Abohar and later moved to Chandigarh in 2010 to attend DAV College, where he met gangster Goldy Brar. They both were involved in politics and criminal activities. Between 2010 and 2012, Bishnoi faced seven FIRs in Chandigarh, four of which he was acquitted of. Though behind bars for nearly a decade, his network has been tied to high-profile killings, including Punjabi rapper Sidhu Moose Wala in 2022. Investigators say the group has expanded from campus-level racketeering to a global syndicate with links across India, Canada, and beyond. Also read | Indonesia school collapse: At least one dead, dozens injured; 65 students feared trapped under rubble Why did Canada designate the Bishnoi Gang a terrorist designation? Officials say the Bishnoi gang has targeted Sikh diaspora leaders, businesses, and cultural figures in Canada, creating “a climate of insecurity.” A 2023 shooting attack on the Vancouver Island home of Punjabi-Canadian artist AP Dhillon, and repeated extortion threats to community members, were cited as examples of the gang’s reach. Also read | Trump the ‘peacemaker’? 10 takeaways from his Gaza peace plan that has Netanyahu's backing RCMP commissioner Mike Duheme said police had uncovered “well over a dozen credible and imminent threats to life” tied to the gang, prompting warnings to figures including relatives of Canadian opposition leader Jagmeet Singh. Police have arrested at least eight suspects linked to Nijjar’s murder and nearly two dozen others in extortion cases. The World Sikh Organization welcomed the terror listing, calling it a vital first step but warning that accountability must go further. “The true architects of this violence must also be held to account,” the group said. Diplomatic backdrop The decision comes after a sharp diplomatic standoff last year, when Canadian investigators accused India of collaborating with the Bishnoi gang to assassinate Nijjar. Delhi dismissed the charges as "strange" and “ludicrous,” and under Prime Minister Mark Carney Canada has since tried to reset ties, with both sides agreeing to share intelligence on cross-border crime and extremism.

Canada has officially labelled the Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a terrorist group, citing murders, shootings, and extortion targeting Sikh diaspora communities. The move allows seizure of assets and prosecution of supporters. Read on for the full story.

Who is Lawrence Bishnoi? Canada designates Bishnoi gang as terrorist entity

At least one student died, and dozens were injured as a school building collapsed in Sidoarjo, East Java, Indonesia. At least 65 students are feared trapped under the rubble. Rescue teams rushed to the spot upon receiving information of the building collapse and provided oxygen and water to students trapped in the unstable concrete rubble, according to reports.<h2>Rescue efforts underway; death toll could rise</h2>Rescue workers, police, and soldiers worked through the night at Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School, pulling out eight injured students more than eight hours after the collapse. Officials warned that additional bodies were visible under the rubble, indicating the death toll could rise.Families gathered near hospitals and the collapsed building, anxiously awaiting news of their children. Relatives were seen wailing as rescuers pulled a dusty, injured student from the buried prayer hall.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/muslim-nations-back-trump-s-gaza-peace-plan-but-will-hamas-accept-the-deal-1759193878046">Key Muslim nations back Trump’s Gaza peace plan — but will Hamas accept the deal?</a><h2>Students trapped under rubble</h2>A command post at the school reported 65 students as missing as of Tuesday morning. Most were boys aged 12 to 17, studying in grades seven to eleven. Heavy concrete slabs and unstable parts of the building have hindered the search, with rescuers avoiding heavy machinery due to fears it could trigger further collapses. Several hundred personnel, equipped with breathing apparatus, extrication tools, and medical support, are involved in the ongoing rescue operation, according to an AP report.<h2>How the collapse happened</h2>Police say the students were performing afternoon prayers in a building undergoing unauthorised expansion when it suddenly collapsed. Female students praying in another section of the building reportedly escaped unharmed.Residents, teachers, and administrators helped evacuate injured students, many of whom suffered head injuries and broken bones. Officials confirmed that one 13-year-old boy died, while 99 others were injured, some critically, and transported to nearby hospitals.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-the-peacemaker-10-takeaways-from-his-gaza-peace-plan-that-has-netanyahu-s-backing-1759195574203">Trump the ‘peacemaker’? 10 takeaways from his Gaza peace plan that has Netanyahu's backing</a><h2>Investigation launched</h2>Authorities are investigating the cause of the collapse. Provincial police spokesperson Jules Abraham Abast said the old prayer hall was originally two stories, but two additional floors were being added without a permit, likely contributing to the disaster.

At least 65 students are feared trapped under the rubble of a school building that collapsed in Indonesia. Rescue teams are on site, providing oxygen and water to those stuck beneath unstable concrete. Developing story.
 

At least one student died, and dozens were injured as a school building collapsed in Sidoarjo, East Java, Indonesia. At least 65 students are feared trapped under the rubble. Rescue teams rushed to the spot upon receiving information of the building collapse and provided oxygen and water to students trapped in the unstable concrete rubble, according to reports. Rescue efforts underway; death toll could rise Rescue workers, police, and soldiers worked through the night at Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School, pulling out eight injured students more than eight hours after the collapse. Officials warned that additional bodies were visible under the rubble, indicating the death toll could rise. Families gathered near hospitals and the collapsed building, anxiously awaiting news of their children. Relatives were seen wailing as rescuers pulled a dusty, injured student from the buried prayer hall. Also read | Key Muslim nations back Trump’s Gaza peace plan — but will Hamas accept the deal? Students trapped under rubble A command post at the school reported 65 students as missing as of Tuesday morning. Most were boys aged 12 to 17, studying in grades seven to eleven. Heavy concrete slabs and unstable parts of the building have hindered the search, with rescuers avoiding heavy machinery due to fears it could trigger further collapses. Several hundred personnel, equipped with breathing apparatus, extrication tools, and medical support, are involved in the ongoing rescue operation, according to an AP report. How the collapse happened Police say the students were performing afternoon prayers in a building undergoing unauthorised expansion when it suddenly collapsed. Female students praying in another section of the building reportedly escaped unharmed. Residents, teachers, and administrators helped evacuate injured students, many of whom suffered head injuries and broken bones. Officials confirmed that one 13-year-old boy died, while 99 others were injured, some critically, and transported to nearby hospitals. Also read | Trump the ‘peacemaker’? 10 takeaways from his Gaza peace plan that has Netanyahu's backing Investigation launched Authorities are investigating the cause of the collapse. Provincial police spokesperson Jules Abraham Abast said the old prayer hall was originally two stories, but two additional floors were being added without a permit, likely contributing to the disaster.

At least 65 students are feared trapped under the rubble of a school building that collapsed in Indonesia. Rescue teams are on site, providing oxygen and water to those stuck beneath unstable concrete. Developing story.

Indonesia school collapse: At least one dead, dozens injured; 65 students feared trapped under rubble

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Sep 29) presented a detailed plan to end the Gaza war, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backing it and warning Hamas to accept or face further military action. The proposal mixes security guarantees for Israel with promises of aid, governance reforms, and economic revival for Gaza. Here are the 10 key takeaways:<h2>1. Immediate ceasefire and hostage release</h2>If both sides accept, Israel will halt all military operations. Hamas will have 72 hours to return hostages from October 7, alive or dead. Israel will free 250 Palestinian prisoners serving life terms, 1,700 Gazans detained during the war, and exchange the remains of Palestinians for those of Israeli hostages.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/muslim-nations-back-trump-s-gaza-peace-plan-but-will-hamas-accept-the-deal-1759193878046">Key Muslim nations back Trump’s Gaza peace plan — but will Hamas accept the deal?</a><h2>2. Phased Israeli withdrawal</h2>Secondly, the Israel Defence Forces will pull back in stages as conditions are met. A full exit will follow once demilitarisation benchmarks are verified and a security mechanism is in place.<h2>3. Trump the 'peacemaker'</h2>A new “Board of Peace” will act as the transactional authority, and it will be headed by none other than Trump. It will also include other world leaders, including former UK prime minister Tony Blair. This body will oversee governance and direct aid flows until local Palestinian institutions are ready to take over.<h2>4. No forced displacement or annexation</h2>The plan rules out expelling Palestinians or annexing Gaza. Instead, residents will be encouraged to rebuild their lives inside the strip with international support.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-s-gaza-peace-proposal-leans-toward-israeli-side-says-senior-hamas-official-1759177686661">Trump’s Gaza peace plan leans toward Israeli side, says senior Hamas official</a><h2>5. Role of Hamas</h2>Hamas will not govern Gaza. However, members who surrender arms and accept peaceful coexistence will be granted amnesty or safe passage out of the territory.<h2>6. International Stabilisation Force</h2>An international force, backed by Arab partners, will deploy to Gaza to train Palestinian police, secure borders, and prevent arms smuggling. Indonesia has already shown willingness to contribute troops.<h2>7. Humanitarian surge</h2>Aid will be scaled up immediately, with UN and Red Crescent agencies overseeing delivery. Priorities include restoring power, water, hospitals, bakeries, and clearing rubble.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-trump-says-israel-will-not-annex-gaza-reveals-plan-to-end-war-1759173663956/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-trump-says-israel-will-not-annex-gaza-reveals-plan-to-end-war-1759173663956/embed</a><h2>8. Gaza’s economic reboot</h2>The plan envisions Gaza as a “special economic zone” with preferential trade terms. Development projects would focus on jobs, infrastructure, and housing, aiming to turn the enclave into a hub of opportunity.It must be noted that Trump previously expressed an interest in developing property in the territory. He even posted an AI-generated video imagining scenes of him and Netanyahu sunbathing in Gaza, and portraying a resort called "TRUMP GAZA" where Gaza's ruins once stood.<h2>9. Palestinian Authority’s future unsure</h2>While Netanyahu rejects current Palestinian Authority involvement, the plan leaves room for the Authority once it completes reforms backed by international partners like France and Saudi Arabia.It suggests allowing the Palestinian Authority a role, once it completes its "reform program". However, speaking alongside Trump, Netanyahu said he saw "no role whatsoever" for the Palestinian Authority without it "undergoing a radical and genuine transformation."<h2>10. A pathway to Palestinian statehood</h2>For the first time in years, the door to statehood is explicitly mentioned. The plan acknowledges Palestinian aspirations and says conditions may soon allow credible steps toward self-determination."The conditions may finally be in place for a credible pathway to Palestinian self-determination and statehood, which we recognise as the aspiration of the Palestinian people," the plan says. &nbsp;

Donald Trump has unveiled a plan to end the Gaza war, which has already received Netanyahu’s backing. From ceasefire and aid to Gaza’s economic reboot and a path to statehood, the deal is bold and controversial. Read the full breakdown of what’s at stake.

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Sep 29) presented a detailed plan to end the Gaza war, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backing it and warning Hamas to accept or face further military action. The proposal mixes security guarantees for Israel with promises of aid, governance reforms, and economic revival for Gaza. Here are the 10 key takeaways: 1. Immediate ceasefire and hostage release If both sides accept, Israel will halt all military operations. Hamas will have 72 hours to return hostages from October 7, alive or dead. Israel will free 250 Palestinian prisoners serving life terms, 1,700 Gazans detained during the war, and exchange the remains of Palestinians for those of Israeli hostages. Also read | Key Muslim nations back Trump’s Gaza peace plan — but will Hamas accept the deal? 2. Phased Israeli withdrawal Secondly, the Israel Defence Forces will pull back in stages as conditions are met. A full exit will follow once demilitarisation benchmarks are verified and a security mechanism is in place. 3. Trump the 'peacemaker' A new “Board of Peace” will act as the transactional authority, and it will be headed by none other than Trump. It will also include other world leaders, including former UK prime minister Tony Blair. This body will oversee governance and direct aid flows until local Palestinian institutions are ready to take over. 4. No forced displacement or annexation The plan rules out expelling Palestinians or annexing Gaza. Instead, residents will be encouraged to rebuild their lives inside the strip with international support. Also read | Trump’s Gaza peace plan leans toward Israeli side, says senior Hamas official 5. Role of Hamas Hamas will not govern Gaza. However, members who surrender arms and accept peaceful coexistence will be granted amnesty or safe passage out of the territory. 6. International Stabilisation Force An international force, backed by Arab partners, will deploy to Gaza to train Palestinian police, secure borders, and prevent arms smuggling. Indonesia has already shown willingness to contribute troops. 7. Humanitarian surge Aid will be scaled up immediately, with UN and Red Crescent agencies overseeing delivery. Priorities include restoring power, water, hospitals, bakeries, and clearing rubble. https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-trump-says-israel-will-not-annex-gaza-reveals-plan-to-end-war-1759173663956/embed 8. Gaza’s economic reboot The plan envisions Gaza as a “special economic zone” with preferential trade terms. Development projects would focus on jobs, infrastructure, and housing, aiming to turn the enclave into a hub of opportunity. It must be noted that Trump previously expressed an interest in developing property in the territory. He even posted an AI-generated video imagining scenes of him and Netanyahu sunbathing in Gaza, and portraying a resort called "TRUMP GAZA" where Gaza's ruins once stood. 9. Palestinian Authority’s future unsure While Netanyahu rejects current Palestinian Authority involvement, the plan leaves room for the Authority once it completes reforms backed by international partners like France and Saudi Arabia. It suggests allowing the Palestinian Authority a role, once it completes its "reform program". However, speaking alongside Trump, Netanyahu said he saw "no role whatsoever" for the Palestinian Authority without it "undergoing a radical and genuine transformation." 10. A pathway to Palestinian statehood For the first time in years, the door to statehood is explicitly mentioned. The plan acknowledges Palestinian aspirations and says conditions may soon allow credible steps toward self-determination. "The conditions may finally be in place for a credible pathway to Palestinian self-determination and statehood, which we recognise as the aspiration of the Palestinian people," the plan says.

Donald Trump has unveiled a plan to end the Gaza war, which has already received Netanyahu’s backing. From ceasefire and aid to Gaza’s economic reboot and a path to statehood, the deal is bold and controversial. Read the full breakdown of what’s at stake.

Trump the ‘peacemaker’? 10 takeaways from his Gaza peace plan that has Netanyahu's backing

Key Muslim nations on Monday (Sep 30) threw their support behind US President Donald Trump’s push to end the Gaza war, even as Palestinian groups and residents voiced sharp scepticism over the proposal, declaring it a "farce". In a joint statement, eight Arab and Muslim-majority countries said they “welcome the role of the American president and his sincere efforts aimed at ending the war in Gaza” and pledged to engage constructively toward finalising and implementing the plan. This follows Trump's meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House earlier in the day, where the two leaders discussed how to end the war in Gaza.<h2>Joint statement by key Muslim nations</h2>Even as residents of war-torn Gaza labelled the proposal put forward by Trump, a "farce" with Hamas officials alleging that it “leans toward the Israeli perspective,” eight Muslim majority nations backed it. In a joint statement, they said they "affirm their readiness to engage positively and constructively with the United States and the parties toward finalising the agreement and ensuring its implementation". The signatories included Egypt, Jordan, the UAE, Turkey, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, and Pakistan.The statement carries weight: Qatar has mediated past ceasefires, Saudi Arabia’s normalisation with Israel remains a US goal, and Indonesia has floated sending troops for a future Gaza force. Pakistan, meanwhile, drew attention when Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hailed Trump’s “firm belief” in ending the war.The Palestinian Authority, sidelined by Israel for years, also welcomed Trump’s “sincere and determined efforts.” But others pushed back.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-s-gaza-peace-proposal-leans-toward-israeli-side-says-senior-hamas-official-1759177686661">Trump’s Gaza peace plan leans toward Israeli side, says senior Hamas official</a><h2>A recipe for 'continued aggression'? What did Hamas say?</h2>Islamic Jihad, a Palestinian armed group, denounced the plan as “a recipe for continued aggression,” accusing Israel of trying to politically achieve, via the US, "to impose what it could not achieve through war". In Gaza, residents dismissed the proposal outright, calling it “a farce” designed to secure hostage releases without real peace.Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu endorsed Trump’s plan but warned Hamas of further devastation if it resisted. Hamas itself has yet to issue a detailed response.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-announces-gaza-deal-says-israel-won-t-occupy-gaza-no-one-will-be-forced-to-flee-1759170510614">Trump announces Gaza deal, says Israel won't occupy Gaza after ceasefire</a>Europe also lined up behind Washington. French President Emmanuel Macron said the US plan borrows from French ideas and urged Hamas to comply. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer voiced “strong” support, while former UK leader Tony Blair praised the framework as “bold and intelligent” and confirmed his proposed role in leading a transitional Gaza authority. Italy and Germany echoed the call, with Berlin’s foreign minister calling the moment “a unique opportunity to end the terrible war.”The proposal, which envisions hostages freed, Hamas disarmed, and a transitional governing body in Gaza backed by the UN and Gulf states, comes as the war nears its two-year mark.

Eight key Muslim nations and Europe have voiced their backing for Trump's Gaza peace plan, following Netanyahu's endorsement. However, Palestinian groups and residents call it a "farce" and a "recipe for continued aggression." What about Hamas?

Key Muslim nations on Monday (Sep 30) threw their support behind US President Donald Trump’s push to end the Gaza war, even as Palestinian groups and residents voiced sharp scepticism over the proposal, declaring it a "farce". In a joint statement, eight Arab and Muslim-majority countries said they “welcome the role of the American president and his sincere efforts aimed at ending the war in Gaza” and pledged to engage constructively toward finalising and implementing the plan. This follows Trump's meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House earlier in the day, where the two leaders discussed how to end the war in Gaza. Joint statement by key Muslim nations Even as residents of war-torn Gaza labelled the proposal put forward by Trump, a "farce" with Hamas officials alleging that it “leans toward the Israeli perspective,” eight Muslim majority nations backed it. In a joint statement, they said they "affirm their readiness to engage positively and constructively with the United States and the parties toward finalising the agreement and ensuring its implementation". The signatories included Egypt, Jordan, the UAE, Turkey, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, and Pakistan. The statement carries weight: Qatar has mediated past ceasefires, Saudi Arabia’s normalisation with Israel remains a US goal, and Indonesia has floated sending troops for a future Gaza force. Pakistan, meanwhile, drew attention when Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hailed Trump’s “firm belief” in ending the war. The Palestinian Authority, sidelined by Israel for years, also welcomed Trump’s “sincere and determined efforts.” But others pushed back. Also read | Trump’s Gaza peace plan leans toward Israeli side, says senior Hamas official A recipe for 'continued aggression'? What did Hamas say? Islamic Jihad, a Palestinian armed group, denounced the plan as “a recipe for continued aggression,” accusing Israel of trying to politically achieve, via the US, "to impose what it could not achieve through war". In Gaza, residents dismissed the proposal outright, calling it “a farce” designed to secure hostage releases without real peace. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu endorsed Trump’s plan but warned Hamas of further devastation if it resisted. Hamas itself has yet to issue a detailed response. Also read | Trump announces Gaza deal, says Israel won't occupy Gaza after ceasefire Europe also lined up behind Washington. French President Emmanuel Macron said the US plan borrows from French ideas and urged Hamas to comply. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer voiced “strong” support, while former UK leader Tony Blair praised the framework as “bold and intelligent” and confirmed his proposed role in leading a transitional Gaza authority. Italy and Germany echoed the call, with Berlin’s foreign minister calling the moment “a unique opportunity to end the terrible war.” The proposal, which envisions hostages freed, Hamas disarmed, and a transitional governing body in Gaza backed by the UN and Gulf states, comes as the war nears its two-year mark.

Eight key Muslim nations and Europe have voiced their backing for Trump's Gaza peace plan, following Netanyahu's endorsement. However, Palestinian groups and residents call it a "farce" and a "recipe for continued aggression." What about Hamas?

Key Muslim nations back Trump’s Gaza peace plan — but will Hamas accept the deal?

Senior Hamas official Muhammad Mardawi said in an interview with the Qatari channel Al Jazeera that the Gaza peace plan presented by US President Donald Trump at a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjmain Netanyahu “leans toward the Israeli perspective.”“What was said at the press conference [regarding the plan to end the war] leans toward the Israeli perspective; it is close to what Netanyahu insists on in order to continue the war,” he said.Mardawi then said that Hamas needs to see the plan on paper. “We need to receive this plan in written and clear form before we respond to it. The plan must be in the hands of Hamas and the Palestinian organisations.”He stressed that neither Hamas nor any Palestinian has seen the plan yet.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-announces-gaza-deal-says-israel-won-t-occupy-gaza-no-one-will-be-forced-to-flee-1759170510614">Trump announces Gaza deal, says Israel won't occupy Gaza, no one will be forced to flee</a><h2>Trump’s plan handed to Hamas negotiating team</h2>&nbsp;Later on, a diplomatic source told Al Jazeera that Qatar and Egypt delivered Trump’s plan to the negotiating team of Hamas which has promised the mediators that they will study the proposal presented by President Trump.Netanyahu will also go back to his cabinet to present the plan even though there’s not much room for amendments or change, given how many parties have been involved in drafting it.Netanyahu has said he agreed to this plan but that his government would have to pass it.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-announces-gaza-deal-says-israel-won-t-occupy-gaza-no-one-will-be-forced-to-flee-1759170510614">‘Swadeshi product’: Union Minister Piyush Goyal logs into Arattai messaging platform</a><h2>Israeli opposition leader Benny Gantz hails proposal</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, the Israeli opposition leaders welcomed Trump’s plan. National Unity chair Benny Gantz hailed Trump’s proposal and said, “It must be implemented”.“We must not miss out on the opportunity to bring back the hostages, safeguard our security and catalyse a ‘Strategic Flip’ expanding the circles of regional normalisation,” he said.&nbsp;“President Trump’s plan must be implemented, our hostages brought home, Israel’s operational freedom maintained, Hamas’ terror regime in Gaza replaced and moderate Arab States instated instead as I proposed a year and a half ago,” he added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadian-government-lists-lawrence-bishnoi-gang-as-a-terrorist-entity-1759151566717">Canadian government lists Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a ‘terrorist entity’</a>&nbsp;Yesh Atid chair Yair Lapid described the plan as “the right basis for a hostage deal and an end to the war”.&nbsp;

A diplomatic source told Al Jazeera that Qatar and Egypt delivered Trump’s plan to the negotiating team of Hamas which has promised the mediators that they will study the proposal. Netanyahu has said he agreed to this plan but that his government would have to pass it.

Senior Hamas official Muhammad Mardawi said in an interview with the Qatari channel Al Jazeera that the Gaza peace plan presented by US President Donald Trump at a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjmain Netanyahu “leans toward the Israeli perspective.” “What was said at the press conference [regarding the plan to end the war] leans toward the Israeli perspective; it is close to what Netanyahu insists on in order to continue the war,” he said. Mardawi then said that Hamas needs to see the plan on paper. “We need to receive this plan in written and clear form before we respond to it. The plan must be in the hands of Hamas and the Palestinian organisations.” He stressed that neither Hamas nor any Palestinian has seen the plan yet. Also Read: Trump announces Gaza deal, says Israel won't occupy Gaza, no one will be forced to flee Trump’s plan handed to Hamas negotiating team Later on, a diplomatic source told Al Jazeera that Qatar and Egypt delivered Trump’s plan to the negotiating team of Hamas which has promised the mediators that they will study the proposal presented by President Trump. Netanyahu will also go back to his cabinet to present the plan even though there’s not much room for amendments or change, given how many parties have been involved in drafting it. Netanyahu has said he agreed to this plan but that his government would have to pass it. Also Read: ‘Swadeshi product’: Union Minister Piyush Goyal logs into Arattai messaging platform Israeli opposition leader Benny Gantz hails proposal Meanwhile, the Israeli opposition leaders welcomed Trump’s plan. National Unity chair Benny Gantz hailed Trump’s proposal and said, “It must be implemented”. “We must not miss out on the opportunity to bring back the hostages, safeguard our security and catalyse a ‘Strategic Flip’ expanding the circles of regional normalisation,” he said. “President Trump’s plan must be implemented, our hostages brought home, Israel’s operational freedom maintained, Hamas’ terror regime in Gaza replaced and moderate Arab States instated instead as I proposed a year and a half ago,” he added. Also Read: Canadian government lists Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a ‘terrorist entity’ Yesh Atid chair Yair Lapid described the plan as “the right basis for a hostage deal and an end to the war”.

A diplomatic source told Al Jazeera that Qatar and Egypt delivered Trump’s plan to the negotiating team of Hamas which has promised the mediators that they will study the proposal. Netanyahu has said he agreed to this plan but that his government would have to pass it.

Trump’s Gaza peace proposal leans toward Israeli side, says senior Hamas official

The Iranian state television drew criticism for it censorship as it blurred the legs of Finland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Elina Valtonen, in a news segment covering the recent diplomatic meetings at the UN General Assembly in New York. The broadcast showed Valtonen alongside Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi during official talks. The same footage also included Sweden’s Minister for Migration Maria Malmer Stenergard whose legs were also obscured digitally. Valtonen called Iranian state television’s decision to blur her legs a “sad” reflection of women’s treatment in the country. “My Swedish colleague sent me the video on Friday. My first reaction was that it was amusing. But I immediately added, ‘sad too’,” Valtonen told Helsingin Sanomat, Finland’s largest daily newspaper.&nbsp;The Finnish minister added that she does not change her clothing based on who she is meeting and avoids events that require covering the face or hair.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-announces-gaza-deal-says-israel-won-t-occupy-gaza-no-one-will-be-forced-to-flee-1759170510614">‘Swadeshi product’: Union Minister Piyush Goyal logs into Arattai messaging platform</a>&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Surreal: Iran’s regime covered the legs of Finland &amp; Sweden’s foreign ministers on State TV, afraid their men would be “tempted.” Can we all agree: when a regime needs to hide women’s ankles to keep men from ‘sinning,’ they’re not a government, they’re a frat house of horny… <a href="https://t.co/bzP4boqmIH">pic.twitter.com/bzP4boqmIH</a>&mdash; Masih Alinejad 🏳️ (@AlinejadMasih) <a href="https://twitter.com/AlinejadMasih/status/1971619975107637316?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;&nbsp;Valtonen said she raises women’s rights in every meeting with Iranian officials, and did so in this week’s talks also.The footage was widely shared on social media. Iranian women’s rights activist and journalist Masih Alinejad also shared the footage on social media platform X, describing the censorship as a symptom of broader restrictions on women’s freedoms in Iran.&nbsp;WATCH: BREAKING | Trump Says Israel Will Not Annex Gaza, Reveals Plan To End War<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-trump-says-israel-will-not-annex-gaza-reveals-plan-to-end-war-1759173663956/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-trump-says-israel-will-not-annex-gaza-reveals-plan-to-end-war-1759173663956/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Finland’s National Coalition Party, which Valtonen represents, also reacted on Instagram, calling the incident “a sad example of the trampling of women’s rights.”“This is a reminder of how women around the world are still controlled and erased from visibility. Every woman has the absolute right to be seen, heard, and live freely,” the party wrote in an Instagram post.“The National Coalition Party stands firmly for women’s rights—both in Finland and globally,” it added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canadian-government-lists-lawrence-bishnoi-gang-as-a-terrorist-entity-1759151566717">Canadian government lists Lawrence Bishnoi gang as a ‘terrorist entity’</a>&nbsp;Iranian state media often modifies international footage involving women, in line with state-imposed dress codes. The blurring is part of standard broadcasting practice in the country, especially when showing women who do not adhere to local Islamic dress regulations.

The Finnish minister added that she does not change her clothing based on who she is meeting and avoids events that require covering the face or hair. Valtonen said she raises women’s rights in every meeting with Iranian officials, and did so in this week’s talks also.

The Iranian state television drew criticism for it censorship as it blurred the legs of Finland’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Elina Valtonen, in a news segment covering the recent diplomatic meetings at the UN General Assembly in New York. The broadcast showed Valtonen alongside Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi during official talks. The same footage also included Sweden’s Minister for Migration Maria Malmer Stenergard whose legs were also obscured digitally. Valtonen called Iranian state television’s decision to blur her legs a “sad” reflection of women’s treatment in the country. “My Swedish colleague sent me the video on Friday. My first reaction was that it was amusing. But I immediately added, ‘sad too’,” Valtonen told Helsingin Sanomat, Finland’s largest daily newspaper. The Finnish minister added that she does not change her clothing based on who she is meeting and avoids events that require covering the face or hair. Also Read: ‘Swadeshi product’: Union Minister Piyush Goyal logs into Arattai messaging platform

The Finnish minister added that she does not change her clothing based on who she is meeting and avoids events that require covering the face or hair. Valtonen said she raises women’s rights in every meeting with Iranian officials, and did so in this week’s talks also.

Iran state TV slammed for blurring Finnish FM’s legs in UN broadcast

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Iran state TV slammed for blurring Finnish FM’s legs in UN broadcast