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US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (September 23) addressed the United Nations General Assembly. The US president said, “My people have done a fantastic job,” he said. “Washington DC is now a totally safe city again, and I welcome you to come. In fact, we’ll have dinner together at a local restaurant, and we’ll be able to walk. We don’t have to go by an armor plated vehicle."&nbsp;Donald Trump on Saturday (September 20) said that crime in Washington, DC has significantly decreased, calling the city ‘completely transformed’ as compared to the previous year. He attributed this change to the crime reduction efforts initiated during his administration, particularly the federal policing measures. In a post on Truth Social, Trump described the city as ‘beautiful and safe’, emphasising the impact of ‘good governance’ in making these improvements. He noted the absence of tents, manicured parks, clean streets, and criminal activity, praising the visible changes in DC.<h2>See the video clip here</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">US President <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DonaldTrump?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DonaldTrump</a> on bringing the National Guard into the Washington DC and the end of crime in the city. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/UNGA?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#UNGA</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/NewYork?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#NewYork</a> <a href="https://t.co/4yRnFOepnK">pic.twitter.com/4yRnFOepnK</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1970500601688604922?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 23, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

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'I invite every one of you for dinner...': Trump at UN boasts deploying National Guards in Washington, says 'it is TOTALLY safe now'

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (September 23) addressed the United Nations General Assembly. The US president said, “My people have done a fantastic job,” he said. “Washington DC is now a totally safe city again, and I welcome you to come. In fact, we’ll have dinner together at a local restaurant, and we’ll be able to walk. We don’t have to go by an armor plated vehicle." Donald Trump on Saturday (September 20) said that crime in Washington, DC has significantly decreased, calling the city ‘completely transformed’ as compared to the previous year. He attributed this change to the crime reduction efforts initiated during his administration, particularly the federal policing measures. In a post on Truth Social, Trump described the city as ‘beautiful and safe’, emphasising the impact of ‘good governance’ in making these improvements. He noted the absence of tents, manicured parks, clean streets, and criminal activity, praising the visible changes in DC. See the video clip here

US President Donald Trump was addressing the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday (September 23). The president also discussed issues like Russia-Ukraine war, Israel-Gaza war among other issues

Addressing the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Tuesday (Sep 23), United States President Donald Trump said that China and India are the "primary funders" of the ongoing Russian war in Ukraine. The big claim by Trump came amid his administration's attack on India over the Russian oil purchase. Trump said that New Delhi and Beijing's continuous purchase of Russian oil is a major factor in the war. The Trump administration has imposed an additional 25 per cent tariff on New Delhi as a penalty for its purchases of Russian oil, taking the total levies imposed on India by the US to 50 per cent, among the highest in the world. Trump also demanded that European allies, including NATO countries, immediately stop buying oil from Russia.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-blasts-united-nations-for-being-ineffective-says-empty-words-don-t-help-end-wars-1758639253574">Trump blasts United Nations for being ineffective, says ‘empty words don’t help end wars’</a>&nbsp;“China and India are the primary funders of the ongoing war by continuing to purchase Russian oil,” Trump said in his address at the General Debate of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly. ”I found out a week ago that even NATO nations are funding a war. Even NATO countries have not cut off Russian energy," he said while addressing the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City. It's embarrassing to them, and it was very embarrassing to them when I found out about it. ... They (European countries) have to immediately cease all energy purchases from Russia. Otherwise we're all wasting a lot of time," Trump added.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">US President Donald Trump says China and India are &#39;primary funders of Russia&#39;s war by buying Russian oil&#39; Watch LIVE: <a href="https://t.co/iSR65rNilR">https://t.co/iSR65rNilR</a> <a href="https://t.co/ZbCcZEDugN">pic.twitter.com/ZbCcZEDugN</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1970496641477312747?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 23, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-so-called-supreme-leader-trump-in-un-calls-iran-leading-sponsor-of-terror-reiterates-us-demolished-its-nuclear-program-1758637837841">'So-called Supreme Leader...': Trump in UN calls Iran 'leading sponsor of terror', reiterates US demolished its nuclear program</a><h2>Trump AGAIN claims ending the India-Pak war</h2>Reiterating his claims about ending wars, Trump said he ended ‘unendable’ wars, including those between India and Pakistan. His claims come even as India has categorically denied these claims. Trump mocked the UN, saying that these wars should have been ended by the organisation. “The UN has such tremendous potential, but it is not even coming close to living up to that potential... It's empty words, and empty words don't solve war. The only thing that solves war is action,” he added. Mentioning that “everyone says I should get the Nobel Peace Prize,” Trump seemed to be downplaying his obsession with the prize, saying he just cares about saving lives.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-at-un-claims-he-ended-india-pakistan-war-downplays-his-obsession-on-nobel-peace-prize-i-care-about-saving-lives-1758635666853">Trump at UN claims he ended India-Pakistan war, downplays his obsession on Nobel Peace Prize: ‘I care about saving lives...’</a>

At UNGA 2025, President Trump claimed India and China are "primary funders" of Russia’s war on Ukraine due to ongoing oil purchases. He announced a 25 per cent tariff hike on India and criticised NATO nations for still buying Russian energy, urging them to cut ties

Addressing the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Tuesday (Sep 23), United States President Donald Trump said that China and India are the "primary funders" of the ongoing Russian war in Ukraine. The big claim by Trump came amid his administration's attack on India over the Russian oil purchase. Trump said that New Delhi and Beijing's continuous purchase of Russian oil is a major factor in the war. The Trump administration has imposed an additional 25 per cent tariff on New Delhi as a penalty for its purchases of Russian oil, taking the total levies imposed on India by the US to 50 per cent, among the highest in the world. Trump also demanded that European allies, including NATO countries, immediately stop buying oil from Russia. Read More | Trump blasts United Nations for being ineffective, says ‘empty words don’t help end wars’ “China and India are the primary funders of the ongoing war by continuing to purchase Russian oil,” Trump said in his address at the General Debate of the 80th session of the UN General Assembly. ”I found out a week ago that even NATO nations are funding a war. Even NATO countries have not cut off Russian energy," he said while addressing the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York City. It's embarrassing to them, and it was very embarrassing to them when I found out about it. ... They (European countries) have to immediately cease all energy purchases from Russia. Otherwise we're all wasting a lot of time," Trump added.

At UNGA 2025, President Trump claimed India and China are "primary funders" of Russia’s war on Ukraine due to ongoing oil purchases. He announced a 25 per cent tariff hike on India and criticised NATO nations for still buying Russian energy, urging them to cut ties&nbsp;

'India, China are PRIMARY funders of Russia's war against Ukraine': Trump's sensational claim at UNGA

US President Donald Trump started his speech at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday by slamming the organisation. Trump claimed that he had ended “seven unendable wars” in the last seven months without any help from the UN.“I had to end wars instead of the United Nations. I’ve always said the UN has such tremendous, tremendous potential. But it’s not even coming close to living up to that potential,” Trump said.&nbsp;“For the most part, at least for now, all they seem to do is write a really strongly worded letter and then never follow that letter. It’s empty words and empty words don’t solve war.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">.<a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@POTUS</a>: &quot;The U.N. has such tremendous potential... for the most part, at least for now, all they seem to do is write a strongly worded letter, and then never follow that letter up. It&#39;s EMPTY WORDS—and empty words do not solve war. The only thing that solves war... is ACTION.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/QfkPT7kJsU">pic.twitter.com/QfkPT7kJsU</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1970495659938652526?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 23, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;<h2>What is the purpose of the UN, Trump asks</h2>&nbsp;Trump took credit for ending seven wars, listing conflicts ranging from Pakistan and India to Israel and Iran’s 12-day war."It’s too bad that I had to do these things instead of the United Nations doing them,” he said as he questioned the very purpose of the UN. "Not only is the U.N. not solving the problems it should—too often, it is actually creating new problems.... The United Nations is finding an assault on Western countries and their borders... The U.N. is supposed to stop invasions—not create them and not finance them."&nbsp;&nbsp;

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He then suggested other nations follow the United States approach instead. “A dramatically better future is within our reach. But to get there, we must reject the failed approaches of the past and work together to confront some of the greatest threats in history.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-likely-to-hit-entire-international-criminal-court-with-sanctions-this-week-report-1758569925784">US likely to hit entire International Criminal Court with sanctions this week: Report</a><h2>Trump cites broken equipment to underscore UN’s inefficacy</h2>&nbsp;US President Trump referred to a broken escalator and a teleprompter glitch to underscore his complaints about the United Nations.“These are the two things I got from the United Nations, a bad escalator and a bad teleprompter,” he said.While coming to the UN building on New York’s East River earlier, the escalator stopped as Trump and Melania were riding up.“If the first lady wasn’t in great shape, she would have fallen, but she’s in great shape,” he said.Later, Trump recalled his failed bid to renovate the UN headquarters in the 2010s, bemoaning they went with terrazzo floors rather than the marble he proposed.“They still haven’t finished the job,” he said, returning to the broken escalator.&nbsp;WATCH: BREAKING: Trump Addresses UN For General Assembly, Hails 'Golden Age of America'<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-trump-addresses-un-for-general-assembly-hails-golden-age-of-america-1758639956574/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-trump-addresses-un-for-general-assembly-hails-golden-age-of-america-1758639956574/embed</a>&nbsp;<h2>‘United Nations funding the migration crisis’</h2>&nbsp;Trump also accused the United Nations of funding the migration crisis, and said, “Not only is the UN not solving the problems it should, too often it’s actually creating new problems for us to solve. The best example is the number-one political issue of our time: the crisis of uncontrolled migration.”“The United Nations is funding an assault on Western countries and their borders,” he added.&nbsp;Trump further said that UN assistance for migrants helped people illegally enter the US, “and then we have to get them out. The UN also provided food, shelter, transportation, and debit cards to illegal aliens.”&nbsp;The UN is supposed to protect countries from “invasions” and “not create them and not finance them,” Trump added.&nbsp;&nbsp;“In the United States, we reject the idea that mass numbers of people from foreign lands can be permitted to travel halfway around the world, trample our borders, violate our sovereignty, cause unmitigated crime, and deplete our social safety net,” he said.&nbsp;Trump further said that there was a lack of effort to curb migration in Europe. “Europe is in serious trouble. They’ve been invaded by a force of illegal aliens like nobody’s ever seen before. Illegal aliens are pouring into Europe. ... Nobody’s doing anything to change it, to get them out.&nbsp;It’s not sustainable, and because they choose to be politically correct, they’re doing just absolutely nothing about it.”&nbsp;The United Nations has a refugee agency that helps provide assistance to displaced people.&nbsp; &nbsp;

President Donald Trump took credit for ending seven wars, listing conflicts ranging from Pakistan and India to Israel and Iran’s 12-day war and said, “It’s too bad that I had to do these things instead of the United Nations doing them,” as he questioned the very purpose of the UN.

US President Donald Trump started his speech at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday by slamming the organisation. Trump claimed that he had ended “seven unendable wars” in the last seven months without any help from the UN. “I had to end wars instead of the United Nations. I’ve always said the UN has such tremendous, tremendous potential. But it’s not even coming close to living up to that potential,” Trump said. “For the most part, at least for now, all they seem to do is write a really strongly worded letter and then never follow that letter. It’s empty words and empty words don’t solve war.”

President Donald Trump took credit for ending seven wars, listing conflicts ranging from Pakistan and India to Israel and Iran’s 12-day war and said, “It’s too bad that I had to do these things instead of the United Nations doing them,” as he questioned the very purpose of the UN.

Trump blasts United Nations for being ineffective, says ‘empty words don’t help end wars’

During his address at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York City on Tuesday (Sep 23), US President Donald Trump said that Hamas has repeatedly rejected reasonable offers to make peace since the October 7 attack in Israel. Trump also said that recognising a Palestinian state would be too great for Hamas.“Unfortunately, Hamas has repeatedly rejected reasonable offers to make peace,” Trump said.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-so-called-supreme-leader-trump-in-un-calls-iran-leading-sponsor-of-terror-reiterates-us-demolished-its-nuclear-program-1758637837841">'So-called Supreme Leader...': Trump in UN calls Iran 'leading sponsor of terror', reiterates US demolished its nuclear program</a>“Now, as if to encourage continued conflict, some of this body is seeking to unilaterally recognise a Palestinian state. The rewards would be too great for Hamas terrorists for their atrocities. This would be a reward for these horrible atrocities, including October 7, even while they refuse to release the hostages or accept a ceasefire,” he said.He insisted that rather than “giving in to Hamas,” those who want peace should be “united with one message.”This comes after several Western nations recognised the State of Palestine ahead of the UNGA session.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-at-un-claims-he-ended-india-pakistan-war-downplays-his-obsession-on-nobel-peace-prize-i-care-about-saving-lives-1758635666853">Trump at UN claims he ended India-Pakistan war, downplays his obsession on Nobel Peace Prize: 'I care about saving lives...'</a>&nbsp;<h2>‘Stop the war in Gaza immediately’</h2>Trump told the Palestinian militant group to release the hostages, adding that the war in Gaza needs to be stopped immediately. He urged leaders to negotiate peace.“Release the hostages now, just release the hostages. Now,” he said. “We have to stop the war in Gaza immediately. We have to stop it. We have to get it done. We have to negotiate immediately. Have to negotiate peace.”The US president reiterated that all Israeli hostages held in Gaza must be returned freed, not in turns, but all in one go.“We want them all back,” he said.

Trump told the Palestinian militant group to release the hostages, adding that the war in Gaza needs to be stopped immediately. He urged world leaders to negotiate peace.

During his address at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York City on Tuesday (Sep 23), US President Donald Trump said that Hamas has repeatedly rejected reasonable offers to make peace since the October 7 attack in Israel. Trump also said that recognising a Palestinian state would be too great for Hamas. “Unfortunately, Hamas has repeatedly rejected reasonable offers to make peace,” Trump said. Also read | 'So-called Supreme Leader...': Trump in UN calls Iran 'leading sponsor of terror', reiterates US demolished its nuclear program “Now, as if to encourage continued conflict, some of this body is seeking to unilaterally recognise a Palestinian state. The rewards would be too great for Hamas terrorists for their atrocities. This would be a reward for these horrible atrocities, including October 7, even while they refuse to release the hostages or accept a ceasefire,” he said. He insisted that rather than “giving in to Hamas,” those who want peace should be “united with one message.” This comes after several Western nations recognised the State of Palestine ahead of the UNGA session. Also read | Trump at UN claims he ended India-Pakistan war, downplays his obsession on Nobel Peace Prize: 'I care about saving lives...' ‘Stop the war in Gaza immediately’ Trump told the Palestinian militant group to release the hostages, adding that the war in Gaza needs to be stopped immediately. He urged leaders to negotiate peace. “Release the hostages now, just release the hostages. Now,” he said. “We have to stop the war in Gaza immediately. We have to stop it. We have to get it done. We have to negotiate immediately. Have to negotiate peace.” The US president reiterated that all Israeli hostages held in Gaza must be returned freed, not in turns, but all in one go. “We want them all back,” he said.

Trump told the Palestinian militant group to release the hostages, adding that the war in Gaza needs to be stopped immediately. He urged world leaders to negotiate peace.

‘Release the hostages now’: Trump warns against recognising Palestinian state, says don’t ‘give in to Hamas’

United States President Donald Trump began his address at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Tuesday (Sep 23) by boasting about the accomplishments of his first term in office and slamming the Biden administration for what he called a ‘disaster' in the world. In a big statement against Iran, Trump called Iran "the world's leading sponsor of terror." Using the platform to blow his trumpet over his administration's action on Iranian nuclear facilities in June, Trump said that Iran cannot be allowed to “possess the most dangerous weapon.” He reiterated that America's B2 bombers, under Operation Midnight Hammer, dropped 30,000-pound bombs on Iran’s key nuclear facility, “totally obliterating everything.”&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-so-called-supreme-leader-trump-in-un-calls-iran-leading-sponsor-of-terror-reiterates-us-demolished-its-nuclear-program-1758637837841">'So-called Supreme Leader...': Trump in UN calls Iran 'leading sponsor of terror', reiterates US demolished its nuclear program</a>&nbsp;<blockquote>The world’s number one sponsor of terror can never be allowed to possess the most dangerous weapon. That’s why, shortly after taking office, I sent the so-called Supreme Leader a letter making a generous offer. I extended a pledge of full cooperation in exchange for a suspension of Iran’s nuclear program. The regime’s answer was to continue their constant threats to their neighbours and US interests throughout the region and some great countries that are right nearby," Trump said.</blockquote><h2>Trump AGAIN claims ending the India-Pak war</h2>&nbsp;Trump is speaking for the first time at the UN since 2020. Reiterating his claims about ending wars, Trump said he ended ‘unendable’ wars, including those between India and Pakistan. His claims come even as India has categorically denied these claims. Trump mocked the UN, saying that these wars should have been ended by the organisation. “The UN has such tremendous potential, but it is not even coming close to living up to that potential... It's empty words, and empty words don't solve war. The only thing that solves war is action,” he added. Mentioning that “everyone says I should get the Nobel Peace Prize,” Trump seemed to be downplaying his obsession with the prize, saying he just cares about saving lives. Comparing the current situation of America to that of the previous administration, he declared on the world stage: “America is RESPECTED again.” The US President also slammed the UN, claiming that he solved several wars only in the eights months of coming to power, while the UN has not done its work at all.&nbsp;&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-at-un-claims-he-ended-india-pakistan-war-downplays-his-obsession-on-nobel-peace-prize-i-care-about-saving-lives-1758635666853">Trump at UN claims he ended India-Pakistan war, downplays his obsession on Nobel Peace Prize: ‘I care about saving lives...’</a>&nbsp;The US president began his speech stating that he would speak without a teleprompter because it wasn't working. “The teleprompter guy is in trouble…” he joked as he greeted his wife and First Lady Melania Trump and UN President Annalena Baerbock.

In his first UNGA speech since 2020, President Trump slammed the Biden administration, called Iran the "world's leading sponsor of terror," and highlighted a B2 bomber strike on Iran’s nuclear site under Operation Midnight Hammer. He claimed credit for ending wars and mocked the UN

United States President Donald Trump began his address at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Tuesday (Sep 23) by boasting about the accomplishments of his first term in office and slamming the Biden administration for what he called a ‘disaster' in the world. In a big statement against Iran, Trump called Iran "the world's leading sponsor of terror." Using the platform to blow his trumpet over his administration's action on Iranian nuclear facilities in June, Trump said that Iran cannot be allowed to “possess the most dangerous weapon.” He reiterated that America's B2 bombers, under Operation Midnight Hammer, dropped 30,000-pound bombs on Iran’s key nuclear facility, “totally obliterating everything.” Read More | 'So-called Supreme Leader...': Trump in UN calls Iran 'leading sponsor of terror', reiterates US demolished its nuclear program The world’s number one sponsor of terror can never be allowed to possess the most dangerous weapon. That’s why, shortly after taking office, I sent the so-called Supreme Leader a letter making a generous offer. I extended a pledge of full cooperation in exchange for a suspension of Iran’s nuclear program. The regime’s answer was to continue their constant threats to their neighbours and US interests throughout the region and some great countries that are right nearby," Trump said. Trump AGAIN claims ending the India-Pak war Trump is speaking for the first time at the UN since 2020. Reiterating his claims about ending wars, Trump said he ended ‘unendable’ wars, including those between India and Pakistan. His claims come even as India has categorically denied these claims. Trump mocked the UN, saying that these wars should have been ended by the organisation. “The UN has such tremendous potential, but it is not even coming close to living up to that potential... It's empty words, and empty words don't solve war. The only thing that solves war is action,” he added. Mentioning that “everyone says I should get the Nobel Peace Prize,” Trump seemed to be downplaying his obsession with the prize, saying he just cares about saving lives. Comparing the current situation of America to that of the previous administration, he declared on the world stage: “America is RESPECTED again.” The US President also slammed the UN, claiming that he solved several wars only in the eights months of coming to power, while the UN has not done its work at all. Read More | Trump at UN claims he ended India-Pakistan war, downplays his obsession on Nobel Peace Prize: ‘I care about saving lives...’ The US president began his speech stating that he would speak without a teleprompter because it wasn't working. “The teleprompter guy is in trouble…” he joked as he greeted his wife and First Lady Melania Trump and UN President Annalena Baerbock.

In his first UNGA speech since 2020, President Trump slammed the Biden administration, called Iran the "world's leading sponsor of terror," and highlighted a B2 bomber strike on Iran’s nuclear site under Operation Midnight Hammer. He claimed credit for ending wars and mocked the UN

'So-called Supreme Leader...': Trump in UN calls Iran 'leading sponsor of terror', reiterates 'US demolished its nuclear program'

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said he does not consider Hamas a terrorist organisation, during an interview with the American news channel Fox News, on the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly. He called Hamas a ‘resistance organisation’.When asked if he considers the massacre in the Gaza Strip a genocide, Erdogan replied, "There is no other way to explain this. This is a complete genocide. The perpetrator of this genocide is Netanyahu.""Netanyahu has brutally massacred tens of thousands in this genocide. As Türkiye, we are completely against this genocide," said Erdogan.When Bret Baier asked if he thinks Hamas should release the hostages, he said it would be unjust to completely blame Hamas, after what Israel and Netanyahu have historically done to Palestine. He said that nearly 125,000 are wounded in Gaza, a significant number of whom were brought to Turkey.&nbsp;He said, "Can we say this: ‘Is Hamas stronger than Israel in terms of weapons?’ It is not possible. Israel is mercilessly using these weapons against everyone, from young to old, including women, children, and the elderly."Erdogan had reportedly shown several pictures of the Gaza massacre in his speech to the UN General Assembly. Reacting to the Humanitarian crisis in Gaza, President Erdogan said, "If you recall, Mr Trump made a statement. He said, 'I will end the Russia-Ukraine war.' Did it end? It's still going on. In the same way, he said, 'I will end the Gaza war.' Has it ended? No." When asked about Hamas, Erdogan added, "I see them as a resistance organisation."Erdogan has long supported Hamas. Following the October 7 attack, he said, Hamas is a "liberation group, 'mujahideen' waging a battle to protect its lands and people". Earlier in May 2024, during a joint press conference with the Greek Prime Minister, Erdogan defended Hamas, saying that branding Hamas as a terrorist organisation would be a mistake. Turkey have never officially designated &nbsp;Hamas as a terrorist organisation, unlike many European nations.Many Human Rights groups have reiterated that it would be problematic to call Hamas a Resistance group. Israel is historically a colonial power armed by the neo-colonial United States, has taken up indigenous Arab lands. While International law recognises the occupied people's right to resist, Hamas's existence has weakened the Political power of the Palestinian Authority. Thus, a reduced political representation has also eroded international legitimacy for the Palestinian cause. There had been numerous pieces of evidence which show Israel has allowed and aided Hamas to grow to delegitimise the PLO, led by Yasser Arafat, which was its main enemy. Netanyahu never wanted a two-state solution; he wanted to keep Hamas in power to say that there was no leadership for a Palestinian state.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the UN General Assembly said he views Hamas as a resistance organisation, accused Netanyahu of committing genocide in Gaza, and condemned Israel’s actions as brutal and merciless.
 

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said he does not consider Hamas a terrorist organisation, during an interview with the American news channel Fox News, on the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly. He called Hamas a ‘resistance organisation’. When asked if he considers the massacre in the Gaza Strip a genocide, Erdogan replied, "There is no other way to explain this. This is a complete genocide. The perpetrator of this genocide is Netanyahu." "Netanyahu has brutally massacred tens of thousands in this genocide. As Türkiye, we are completely against this genocide," said Erdogan. When Bret Baier asked if he thinks Hamas should release the hostages, he said it would be unjust to completely blame Hamas, after what Israel and Netanyahu have historically done to Palestine. He said that nearly 125,000 are wounded in Gaza, a significant number of whom were brought to Turkey. He said, "Can we say this: ‘Is Hamas stronger than Israel in terms of weapons?’ It is not possible. Israel is mercilessly using these weapons against everyone, from young to old, including women, children, and the elderly." Erdogan had reportedly shown several pictures of the Gaza massacre in his speech to the UN General Assembly. Reacting to the Humanitarian crisis in Gaza, President Erdogan said, "If you recall, Mr Trump made a statement. He said, 'I will end the Russia-Ukraine war.' Did it end? It's still going on. In the same way, he said, 'I will end the Gaza war.' Has it ended? No." When asked about Hamas, Erdogan added, "I see them as a resistance organisation." Erdogan has long supported Hamas. Following the October 7 attack, he said, Hamas is a "liberation group, 'mujahideen' waging a battle to protect its lands and people". Earlier in May 2024, during a joint press conference with the Greek Prime Minister, Erdogan defended Hamas, saying that branding Hamas as a terrorist organisation would be a mistake. Turkey have never officially designated Hamas as a terrorist organisation, unlike many European nations. Many Human Rights groups have reiterated that it would be problematic to call Hamas a Resistance group. Israel is historically a colonial power armed by the neo-colonial United States, has taken up indigenous Arab lands. While International law recognises the occupied people's right to resist, Hamas's existence has weakened the Political power of the Palestinian Authority. Thus, a reduced political representation has also eroded international legitimacy for the Palestinian cause. There had been numerous pieces of evidence which show Israel has allowed and aided Hamas to grow to delegitimise the PLO, led by Yasser Arafat, which was its main enemy. Netanyahu never wanted a two-state solution; he wanted to keep Hamas in power to say that there was no leadership for a Palestinian state.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the UN General Assembly said he views Hamas as a resistance organisation, accused Netanyahu of committing genocide in Gaza, and condemned Israel’s actions as brutal and merciless. &nbsp;

'Hamas is a resistance organisation'- Erdogan's remark on the sidelines of UNGA

United States President Donald Trump began his address at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Tuesday (Sep 23), his first time since 2020. He began his speech slamming the previous US administration for pushing the world into disaster with several wars. He said that when he was in power six years back, the world was a place of peace. He went on to list several things that he has achieved in his eight months of being in power in his second term. “On the world stage, America is RESPECTED again, like it has never been respected before,” he claimed. Repeating his claims of stopping the India-Pakistan war, Trump added that he stopped seven wars.&nbsp;

<h2>Trump AGAIN claims ending the India-Pak war</h2>&nbsp;Reiterating his claims about ending wars, Trump said he ended ‘unendable’ wars, including those between India and Pakistan. His claims come even as India has categorically denied these claims. Trump mocked the UN, saying that these wars should have been ended by the organisation. “The UN has such tremendous potential, but it is not even coming close to living up to that potential... It's empty words, and empty words don't solve war. The only thing that solves war is action,” he added. Mentioning that “everyone says I should get the Nobel Peace Prize,” Trump seemed to be downplaying his obsession with the prize, saying he just cares about saving lives.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">In the last 7 months, I have ended 7 unendable wars, says US President Donald Trump at UNGA <a href="https://t.co/KS9SWlfZph">pic.twitter.com/KS9SWlfZph</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1970493843440312489?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 23, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-so-called-supreme-leader-trump-in-un-calls-iran-leading-sponsor-of-terror-reiterates-us-demolished-its-nuclear-program-1758637837841">'So-called Supreme Leader...': Trump in UN calls Iran 'leading sponsor of terror', reiterates US demolished its nuclear program</a>&nbsp;The US president began his speech stating that he would speak without a teleprompter because it wasn't working. “The teleprompter guy is in trouble…” he joked as he greeted his wife and First Lady Melania Trump and UN President Annalena Baerbock. The US president also praised his administration's strict action against “illegal aliens” saying that his message is clear: If you enter America illegally, you will be sent back from where you came or even further." He also recalled his Middle Eastern trip in May and added that he was proud of the trade deal that he had been able to strike.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">President Trump Delivers Remarks to the United Nations General Assembly <a href="https://t.co/9OW7c5Wtj4">https://t.co/9OW7c5Wtj4</a>&mdash; The White House (@WhiteHouse) <a href="https://twitter.com/WhiteHouse/status/1970490427900846580?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 23, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;Read More |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-india-china-are-primary-funders-of-russia-s-war-against-ukraine-trump-s-sensational-claim-at-unga-1758639576307"> 'India, China are PRIMARY funders of Russia's war against Ukraine': Trump's sensational claim at UNGA</a>&nbsp;Ahead of Trump's speech, his Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said that his address “will be one of his biggest foreign policy speeches yet.” “The world is going to see what American Strength looks like. The globalists will be on notice,” she wrote in a post on X. Earlier on Sep 22, the White House said that Trump will hit out at the “globalist institutions” in his speech and will “touch upon how globalist institutions have significantly decayed the world order, and he will articulate his straightforward and constructive vision for the world.” Trump will also meet leaders of key Muslim countries, namely Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Turkey, Pakistan, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates and Jordan.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">President Trump will be taking the stage shortly at the United Nations General Assembly. This will be one of his biggest foreign policy speeches yet. The world is going to see what American Strength looks like. The globalists will be on notice. TUNE IN! 🇺🇸&mdash; Karoline Leavitt (@PressSec) <a href="https://twitter.com/PressSec/status/1970484836617048246?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 23, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

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US President Donald Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly, discussing key global issues including the Israel-Gaza war, the Russia-Ukraine war and more. His speech highlighted trade war, action against migrants, ending global wars and Nobel Peace Prize 

United States President Donald Trump began his address at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) on Tuesday (Sep 23), his first time since 2020. He began his speech slamming the previous US administration for pushing the world into disaster with several wars. He said that when he was in power six years back, the world was a place of peace. He went on to list several things that he has achieved in his eight months of being in power in his second term. “On the world stage, America is RESPECTED again, like it has never been respected before,” he claimed. Repeating his claims of stopping the India-Pakistan war, Trump added that he stopped seven wars.

US President Donald Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly, discussing key global issues including the Israel-Gaza war, the Russia-Ukraine war and more. His speech highlighted trade war, action against migrants, ending global wars and Nobel Peace Prize&nbsp;

Trump at UN claims he ended India-Pakistan war, downplays his obsession on Nobel Peace Prize: 'I care about saving lives...'

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday (Sep 23) said that aid cuts were “wreaking havoc”. He made the remarks in his opening address during the organisation’s annual meeting of world leaders. He also urged world leaders to choose peace and cooperation over chaos amid the conflicts in Europe and the Middle East, warning them of “an age of reckless disruption and relentless human suffering.”“We have entered in an age of reckless disruption and relentless human suffering,” he said in his speech. “The pillars of peace and progress are buckling under the weight of impunity, inequality and indifference.”“Nothing can justify the collective punishment of the Palestinian people,” the UN chief said.Without naming the United States, Guterres also warned, “development aid cuts are wreaking havoc. They are a death sentence for many. A stolen future for many more.”“This is the paradox of our time: we know what we need – yet we are pulling away the very lifeline that makes it possible.”Guterres painted a dark picture of the world order, highlighting worsening crises in several countries. He also warned of the risk of nuclear proliferation.“Far too many crises continue unchecked. Impunity prevails. Lawlessness is a contagion. It invites mayhem, accelerates terror, and risks a nuclear free-for-all,” he said.Although he also highlighted the ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand, and the agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia, “brokered by the United States.”But the UN chief cautions that the “pillars of peace” were “buckling under the weight of impunity, inequality, and indifference.”“Sovereign nations, invaded. Hunger, weaponised. Truth, silenced. Rising smoke from bombed-out cities. Rising anger in fractured societies. Rising seas swallowing coastlines,” he said. Guterres said that “around the world, we see countries acting as if the rules don't apply to them. We see humans treated as less than human.”He also said “civilians are being slaughtered, starved, and silenced” in Sudan, while “horrors are approaching a third monstrous year” in Gaza.

Guterres also urged world leaders to choose peace and cooperation over chaos amid the conflicts in Europe and the Middle East, warning them of “an age of reckless disruption and relentless human suffering.”

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday (Sep 23) said that aid cuts were “wreaking havoc”. He made the remarks in his opening address during the organisation’s annual meeting of world leaders. He also urged world leaders to choose peace and cooperation over chaos amid the conflicts in Europe and the Middle East, warning them of “an age of reckless disruption and relentless human suffering.” “We have entered in an age of reckless disruption and relentless human suffering,” he said in his speech. “The pillars of peace and progress are buckling under the weight of impunity, inequality and indifference.” “Nothing can justify the collective punishment of the Palestinian people,” the UN chief said. Without naming the United States, Guterres also warned, “development aid cuts are wreaking havoc. They are a death sentence for many. A stolen future for many more.” “This is the paradox of our time: we know what we need – yet we are pulling away the very lifeline that makes it possible.” Guterres painted a dark picture of the world order, highlighting worsening crises in several countries. He also warned of the risk of nuclear proliferation. “Far too many crises continue unchecked. Impunity prevails. Lawlessness is a contagion. It invites mayhem, accelerates terror, and risks a nuclear free-for-all,” he said. Although he also highlighted the ceasefire between Cambodia and Thailand, and the agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia, “brokered by the United States.” But the UN chief cautions that the “pillars of peace” were “buckling under the weight of impunity, inequality, and indifference.” “Sovereign nations, invaded. Hunger, weaponised. Truth, silenced. Rising smoke from bombed-out cities. Rising anger in fractured societies. Rising seas swallowing coastlines,” he said. Guterres said that “around the world, we see countries acting as if the rules don't apply to them. We see humans treated as less than human.” He also said “civilians are being slaughtered, starved, and silenced” in Sudan, while “horrors are approaching a third monstrous year” in Gaza.

Guterres also urged world leaders to choose peace and cooperation over chaos amid the conflicts in Europe and the Middle East, warning them of “an age of reckless disruption and relentless human suffering.”

‘Nothing can justify collective punishment of Palestinians’: UN chief urges peace over chaos, warns ‘aid cuts wreaking havoc’

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has charged former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte with crimes against humanity. The 80-year-old Duterte is accused of being criminally responsible for the murders that took place as part of his alleged war on drugs, during which thousands of small-time drug dealers, users, and others were killed without trial. The ICC charge sheet includes several redactions and dates from July but was made public only on Monday. The crimes against humanity charges against Duterte allege his involvement in the killings of at least 76 people while he was president and, earlier, a southern mayor, the ICC has revealed.&nbsp;The prosecutors also allege in the 15-page charge sheet that Duterte instructed and authorised “violent acts, including murder, to be committed against alleged criminals, including alleged drug dealers and users.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-to-slam-globalist-institutions-decaying-world-order-in-un-speech-white-house-1758563791794">Trump to slam ‘globalist institutions, decaying world order’ in UN speech: White House</a>&nbsp;The first charge cites the killings of 19 victims while Duterte was mayor of Davao City between 2013 and around 2016. The second involves 14 who died in targeted killings between 2016 and 2017 when Duterte was president. The third charge cited the killings of 43 people during so-called “clearance operations” between 2016 and 2018.&nbsp;<h2>Duterte was an ‘indirect co-perpetrator’ in the killings: ICC prosecutor</h2>&nbsp;ICC deputy prosecutor Mame Mandiaye Niang said Duterte was an “indirect co-perpetrator” in the killings, which were carried out by others, including police.Prosecutors said Duterte and his alleged co-perpetrators “shared a common plan or agreement to ‘neutralise’ alleged criminals in the Philippines through violent crimes, including murder”.Duterte never offered any apologies for his brutal anti-drugs crackdown, which saw more than 6,000 people killed, although some activists believe the real figure could run into the tens of thousands.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-likely-to-hit-entire-international-criminal-court-with-sanctions-this-week-report-1758569925784">US likely to hit entire International Criminal Court with sanctions this week: Report</a>&nbsp;Duterte, his lawyer, and his family did not immediately react to the detailed charges. Even when he was president, he denied authorising extrajudicial killings, although he openly threatened drug suspects with death and encouraged police to open fire if suspects violently resisted arrest and threatened law enforcers.The Philippine authorities had arrested Duterte in March on a warrant issued by the ICC. He is now being held at an ICC facility in the Netherlands.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/murdochs-dell-ellison-to-have-a-role-in-tiktok-after-deal-says-trump-1758476539209">Murdochs, Dell, Ellison to have a role in TikTok after deal, says Trump</a><h2>Duterte first Asian former head of state to be indicted by ICC</h2>&nbsp;Duterte is the first Asian former head of state to be indicted by the ICC and the first suspect to be flown to The Hague in the Netherlands in over three years.&nbsp;&nbsp;However, Duterte’s supporters criticised the administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Duterte’s political rival, for arresting and surrendering the former leader to a court whose jurisdiction his supporters dispute.The ICC effectively has no power to arrest people without the cooperation of the countries they are in, which is most often refused, and Marcos had previously dismissed the idea of cooperating with the ICC.A court hearing had been scheduled to begin Tuesday but was postponed to give judges time to evaluate the arguments from Duterte’s attorneys that he is not fit to stand trial.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said he cracked down on drug dealers to rid the country of street crimes. In May, he was again elected mayor of Davao, despite being in prison. His son Sebastian has continued as acting mayor in his father’s stead.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has charged former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte with crimes against humanity. The 80-year-old Duterte is accused of being criminally responsible for the murders that took place as part of his alleged war on drugs, during which thousands of small-time drug dealers, users, and others were killed without trial. The ICC charge sheet includes several redactions and dates from July but was made public only on Monday. The crimes against humanity charges against Duterte allege his involvement in the killings of at least 76 people while he was president and, earlier, a southern mayor, the ICC has revealed. The prosecutors also allege in the 15-page charge sheet that Duterte instructed and authorised “violent acts, including murder, to be committed against alleged criminals, including alleged drug dealers and users.” Also Read: Trump to slam ‘globalist institutions, decaying world order’ in UN speech: White House The first charge cites the killings of 19 victims while Duterte was mayor of Davao City between 2013 and around 2016. The second involves 14 who died in targeted killings between 2016 and 2017 when Duterte was president. The third charge cited the killings of 43 people during so-called “clearance operations” between 2016 and 2018. Duterte was an ‘indirect co-perpetrator’ in the killings: ICC prosecutor ICC deputy prosecutor Mame Mandiaye Niang said Duterte was an “indirect co-perpetrator” in the killings, which were carried out by others, including police. Prosecutors said Duterte and his alleged co-perpetrators “shared a common plan or agreement to ‘neutralise’ alleged criminals in the Philippines through violent crimes, including murder”. Duterte never offered any apologies for his brutal anti-drugs crackdown, which saw more than 6,000 people killed, although some activists believe the real figure could run into the tens of thousands. Also Read: US likely to hit entire International Criminal Court with sanctions this week: Report Duterte, his lawyer, and his family did not immediately react to the detailed charges. Even when he was president, he denied authorising extrajudicial killings, although he openly threatened drug suspects with death and encouraged police to open fire if suspects violently resisted arrest and threatened law enforcers. The Philippine authorities had arrested Duterte in March on a warrant issued by the ICC. He is now being held at an ICC facility in the Netherlands. Also Read: Murdochs, Dell, Ellison to have a role in TikTok after deal, says Trump Duterte first Asian former head of state to be indicted by ICC Duterte is the first Asian former head of state to be indicted by the ICC and the first suspect to be flown to The Hague in the Netherlands in over three years. However, Duterte’s supporters criticised the administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., Duterte’s political rival, for arresting and surrendering the former leader to a court whose jurisdiction his supporters dispute. The ICC effectively has no power to arrest people without the cooperation of the countries they are in, which is most often refused, and Marcos had previously dismissed the idea of cooperating with the ICC. A court hearing had been scheduled to begin Tuesday but was postponed to give judges time to evaluate the arguments from Duterte’s attorneys that he is not fit to stand trial.

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte said he cracked down on drug dealers to rid the country of street crimes. In May, he was again elected mayor of Davao, despite being in prison. His son Sebastian has continued as acting mayor in his father’s stead.

ICC charges former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte with crimes against humanity

Authorities in Denmark and Norway on the intervening night of Tuesday (Sep 23) spotted drone activities near the main airports of Copenhagen and Oslo, prompting the closure of airports. Issuing a statement, Denmark termed the incident as the most serious attack yet on its critical infrastructure and linked it to a series of suspected Russian drone incursions and other disruptions across Europe. However, Russia denied any involvement in the said incident.&nbsp;&nbsp;Read more |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-denies-airspace-incursion-in-estonia-says-spreading-unfounded-claims-to-stoke-tensions-1758541289959"> Russia denies airspace incursion in Estonia, says ‘spreading unfounded claims to stoke tensions’</a>&nbsp;Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, while addressing the daily briefing call, said, “We hear unfounded accusations from there every time. Perhaps a party that takes a serious, responsible position shouldn’t make such unfounded accusations time and again.” Peskov's statement came after Danish PM Mette Frederiksen said, “We are obviously not ruling out any options in relation to who is behind it. And it is clear that this fits in with the developments we have observed recently with other drone attacks, violations of airspace, and hacker attacks on European airports. I certainly cannot deny in any way that it is Russia.” Peskov had stressed a day earlier that Russian aircraft "do not violate" international law. Peskov said that the claims by Poland, Estonia and Romania are ‘baseless and unfounded’, adding: “Our military has declared that our aircraft observe international rules during all their flights and do not violate them in any way.”&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-demands-seven-nobels-for-solving-7-wars-takes-credit-for-india-pak-ceasefire-1758451846484">Trump Demands Seven Nobels for 'Solving' 7 Wars, Takes Credit for India-Pak Ceasefire</a>&nbsp;Poland, on September 9, confirmed that it shot down Russian drones that entered its airspace in a strike towards Ukraine. This was the first time since the start of the war in 2022 that a Russian incursion was reported in NATO nations bordering Russia-Ukraine. Romania was the second NATO country to report a Russian drone had breached its airspace on September 14. Then on Friday, Estonia requested an urgent consultation with other Nato members after three Russian warplanes entered its airspace “without permission and remained there for a total of 12 minutes.”&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-mistakes-armenia-for-albania-and-stumbles-on-azerbaijan-1758467154479">Trump Mistakes Armenia for Albania and Stumbles on Azerbaijan</a>&nbsp;On Sep 20, Britain said its fighter jets conducted a NATO air defence mission over Poland as part of an allied response to Russian drone incursions. Moscow has downplayed these incidents and has said that it has "no plans to target" facilities in Poland. These incidents have exposed the difference between European leaders' urgent calls for action against Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump's muted response to these calls.

Drone activity near Copenhagen and Oslo airports forced closures, with Denmark calling it a major attack on critical infrastructure. PM Frederiksen hinted at Russian involvement amid similar incidents across Europe. The Kremlin strongly denied the accusations, calling them baseless and unfounded.

Authorities in Denmark and Norway on the intervening night of Tuesday (Sep 23) spotted drone activities near the main airports of Copenhagen and Oslo, prompting the closure of airports. Issuing a statement, Denmark termed the incident as the most serious attack yet on its critical infrastructure and linked it to a series of suspected Russian drone incursions and other disruptions across Europe. However, Russia denied any involvement in the said incident. Read more | Russia denies airspace incursion in Estonia, says ‘spreading unfounded claims to stoke tensions’ Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov, while addressing the daily briefing call, said, “We hear unfounded accusations from there every time. Perhaps a party that takes a serious, responsible position shouldn’t make such unfounded accusations time and again.” Peskov's statement came after Danish PM Mette Frederiksen said, “We are obviously not ruling out any options in relation to who is behind it. And it is clear that this fits in with the developments we have observed recently with other drone attacks, violations of airspace, and hacker attacks on European airports. I certainly cannot deny in any way that it is Russia.” Peskov had stressed a day earlier that Russian aircraft "do not violate" international law. Peskov said that the claims by Poland, Estonia and Romania are ‘baseless and unfounded’, adding: “Our military has declared that our aircraft observe international rules during all their flights and do not violate them in any way.” Read More | Trump Demands Seven Nobels for 'Solving' 7 Wars, Takes Credit for India-Pak Ceasefire Poland, on September 9, confirmed that it shot down Russian drones that entered its airspace in a strike towards Ukraine. This was the first time since the start of the war in 2022 that a Russian incursion was reported in NATO nations bordering Russia-Ukraine. Romania was the second NATO country to report a Russian drone had breached its airspace on September 14. Then on Friday, Estonia requested an urgent consultation with other Nato members after three Russian warplanes entered its airspace “without permission and remained there for a total of 12 minutes.” Read More | Trump Mistakes Armenia for Albania and Stumbles on Azerbaijan On Sep 20, Britain said its fighter jets conducted a NATO air defence mission over Poland as part of an allied response to Russian drone incursions. Moscow has downplayed these incidents and has said that it has "no plans to target" facilities in Poland. These incidents have exposed the difference between European leaders' urgent calls for action against Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump's muted response to these calls.

Drone activity near Copenhagen and Oslo airports forced closures, with Denmark calling it a major attack on critical infrastructure. PM Frederiksen hinted at Russian involvement amid similar incidents across Europe. The Kremlin strongly denied the accusations, calling them baseless&nbsp;

'Unfounded accusations everytime': Russia denies involvement in drone flights over airports in Denmark, Norway

During the Rose Garden briefing on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) on Monday (Sep 22), US President Donald Trump made a claim that Tylenol is linked to a higher risk of autism. But while doing so, the US president stumbled over the word ‘acetaminophen’ – a word he did not know how to pronounce. As Trump struggled to pronounce the name of the active ingredient in Tylenol, the awkward moment became the highlight of the event and went viral on the internet.While addressing reporters and health officials, Trump attempted to read the word from his notes. “Ah-ced-uv… well, let’s see how we say that. Ascenem – enophin. Acetaminophen. Is that ok?” he said, drawing laughter from the crowd. The clips of the brief moment quickly circulated on social media, including X, TikTok, and Instagram, as netizens compared it to his past gaffes like “yo-Semites” for Yosemite in 2018.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">I&#39;m not a doctor or a scientist, but I&#39;m pretty sure it&#39;s a bad idea to take medical advice from a buffoon who can&#39;t even pronounce &quot;acetaminophen.&quot; Something is fishy with this anti-Tylenol nonsense.<a href="https://t.co/Wu6Pb9yW9D">pic.twitter.com/Wu6Pb9yW9D</a>&mdash; BrooklynDad_Defiant!☮️ (@mmpadellan) <a href="https://twitter.com/mmpadellan/status/1970247424154202510?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

During the briefing, Trump told pregnant women in the United States to avoid Tylenol and “tough it out”. “Taking Tylenol is not good. I’ll say it. Don’t take Tylenol,” Trump said. Kennedy added, “This isn’t a ban—it’s science.”<h2>What did Trump say?</h2>Trump linked the common painkiller, known as paracetamol outside the US, to autism. He advised pregnant women should use acetaminophen only when necessary for high fevers, in the smallest dose and shortest time possible. His claims are not backed by medical consensus.Trump further claimed that Cuba has virtually no autism, as it lacks Tylenol and pointed to the Amish as another group with essentially no autism. “There’s a rumour—and I don’t know if it’s so or not—that Cuba, they don’t have Tylenol because they don’t have the money for Tylenol. And they have virtually no autism,” he said.Meanwhile, health professionals in the US have warned that Trump’s claims were “dangerous” and “full of misinformation”. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists warned that avoiding Tylenol entirely without alternatives may put the mothers and unborn children at risk.The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said, “a causal relationship (between acetaminophen and autism) has not been established,” and debate in the scientific community is ongoing.<h2>WHO quashes Trump’s claims</h2>The World Health Organization on Tuesday (Sep 22) slammed Trump’s recent claims on Tylenol as “inconsistent”, saying that neither the painkiller nor vaccines have been shown to cause autism.WHO spokesman Tarik Jasarevic told reporters that while some observational studies had suggested that autism may be possibly linked with acetaminophen or paracetamol, the primary ingredient in Tylenol, others had “found no such relationship.” He further stated that “the evidence remains inconsistent”.Jasarevic added that there was no doubt that “vaccines do not cause autism.”

Trump linked Tylenol to autism. He advised pregnant women should use acetaminophen only when necessary for high fevers, in the smallest dose and shortest time possible.

During the Rose Garden briefing on autism spectrum disorder (ASD) on Monday (Sep 22), US President Donald Trump made a claim that Tylenol is linked to a higher risk of autism. But while doing so, the US president stumbled over the word ‘acetaminophen’ – a word he did not know how to pronounce. As Trump struggled to pronounce the name of the active ingredient in Tylenol, the awkward moment became the highlight of the event and went viral on the internet. While addressing reporters and health officials, Trump attempted to read the word from his notes. “Ah-ced-uv… well, let’s see how we say that. Ascenem – enophin. Acetaminophen. Is that ok?” he said, drawing laughter from the crowd. The clips of the brief moment quickly circulated on social media, including X, TikTok, and Instagram, as netizens compared it to his past gaffes like “yo-Semites” for Yosemite in 2018.

Trump linked Tylenol to autism. He advised pregnant women should use acetaminophen only when necessary for high fevers, in the smallest dose and shortest time possible.

‘Ah-ced-uv... let’s see how we say that’: Trump struggles to pronounce ‘acetaminophen’ as he links Tylenol to autism | WATCH

West African Nations, Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have decided to exit the International Criminal Court. In a joint statement on Monday. These three neighbouring countries have announced that they are pursuing "indigenous mechanisms for the consolidation of peace and justice". However, according the the Rome Statute, it will take effect only after a year.<h2>ICC is a tool of imperialists for neo-colonial repression</h2>They asserted that ICC is an ‘instrument of neo-colonial repression’ and is used to perpetuate selective justice. According to the Military Junta's ruling in these three West African nations, ICC is incapable of prosecuting war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide.&nbsp;The decision is a direct response to the growing distance between the Western countries, and especially colonial rulers like the United Kingdom, the United States, France, New Zealand and Spain. These countries still have a colonial presence.Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have risen to power through a series of coups between 2020 and 2023. They have a military-led government. These governments have been accused of atrocities and violence. Moreover, they have grown closer to the Russian regime of Putin, who has an arrest warrant against him from the ICC. These three nations have previously withdrawn from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), citing similar reasons and formed a coalition called the Confederation called the Alliance of Sahel States (AES)&nbsp;ICC is an international judicial body that arose from the Rome Statute, and superpowers like the United States, China, and Russia are not its members. The ICC can prosecute its member countries for war crimes, genocide and crimes against humanity. Israel also doesn't recognise ICC jurisdiction in its territory.&nbsp;ICC have long been criticised for its Africa Bias, its limited jurisdiction, double standards, particularly its focus on the weaker nation and its ignoring of the powerful countries. It has long been used by Western powers to target the global south.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have announced their withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC), calling it a tool of neo-colonial repression. The three West African nations plan to establish indigenous justice mechanisms despite international criticism.

West African Nations, Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have decided to exit the International Criminal Court. In a joint statement on Monday. These three neighbouring countries have announced that they are pursuing "indigenous mechanisms for the consolidation of peace and justice". However, according the the Rome Statute, it will take effect only after a year. ICC is a tool of imperialists for neo-colonial repression They asserted that ICC is an ‘instrument of neo-colonial repression’ and is used to perpetuate selective justice. According to the Military Junta's ruling in these three West African nations, ICC is incapable of prosecuting war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide. The decision is a direct response to the growing distance between the Western countries, and especially colonial rulers like the United Kingdom, the United States, France, New Zealand and Spain. These countries still have a colonial presence. Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have risen to power through a series of coups between 2020 and 2023. They have a military-led government. These governments have been accused of atrocities and violence. Moreover, they have grown closer to the Russian regime of Putin, who has an arrest warrant against him from the ICC. These three nations have previously withdrawn from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), citing similar reasons and formed a coalition called the Confederation called the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) ICC is an international judicial body that arose from the Rome Statute, and superpowers like the United States, China, and Russia are not its members. The ICC can prosecute its member countries for war crimes, genocide and crimes against humanity. Israel also doesn't recognise ICC jurisdiction in its territory. ICC have long been criticised for its Africa Bias, its limited jurisdiction, double standards, particularly its focus on the weaker nation and its ignoring of the powerful countries. It has long been used by Western powers to target the global south.

Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have announced their withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC), calling it a tool of neo-colonial repression. The three West African nations plan to establish indigenous justice mechanisms despite international criticism.

'Instrument of neo-colonial repression'-Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger withdraw from International Criminal Court

The World Health Organization on Tuesday (Sep 22) slammed US President Donald Trump’s recent claims on Tylenol as “inconsistent”, saying that neither the painkiller nor vaccines have been shown to cause autism. This comes after Trump claimed that Tylenol can be linked with autism and advised pregnant women to avoid the common painkiller.WHO spokesman Tarik Jasarevic told reporters that while some observational studies had suggested that autism may be possibly linked with acetaminophen or paracetamol, the primary ingredient in Tylenol, others had “found no such relationship.” He further stated that “the evidence remains inconsistent”.“If the link between acetaminophen and autism were strong, it would likely have been consistently observed across multiple studies,” he said, warning against “drawing casual conclusions about the role of acetaminophen in autism.”Jasarevic also said that there was no doubt that “vaccines do not cause autism.”“The childhood immunisation schedule, carefully guided by WHO, has been adopted by all countries and has saved at least 154 million lives over the past 50 years,” he said. “These schedules have continually evolved with science and now safeguard children, adolescents and adults against 30 infectious diseases.”He further warned that “when immunisation schedules are delayed or disrupted, or altered without evidence review, there is a sharp increase in the risk of infection not only for the child but also for the wider community.” He added, “Each missed dose increases the chances of contracting a life-threatening infectious disease.”<h2>What did Trump claim?</h2>During a press briefing on Monday (Sep 21), Trump insisted that pregnant women should avoid Tylenol and “tough it out”, linking it to autism. He also urged major changes to the standard vaccines administered to babies.The US President said that women should only use acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, when necessary for high fevers, in the smallest dose and shortest time possible. His claims are not backed by medical consensus.Meanwhile, health professionals in the US have cautioned that avoiding Tylenol entirely without any alternatives may put the mothers and unborn children at risk, calling Trump’s claims “dangerous” and “full of misinformation”. Moreover, acetaminophen, or paracetamol, has often been regarded among the safest painkillers to take during pregnancy among medical groups.The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said, “a causal relationship (between acetaminophen and autism) has not been established,” and debate in the scientific community is ongoing.

During a press briefing on Monday (Sep 21), Trump insisted that pregnant women should avoid Tylenol and “tough it out”, linking it to autism. He also urged major changes to the standard vaccines administered to babies.

The World Health Organization on Tuesday (Sep 22) slammed US President Donald Trump’s recent claims on Tylenol as “inconsistent”, saying that neither the painkiller nor vaccines have been shown to cause autism. This comes after Trump claimed that Tylenol can be linked with autism and advised pregnant women to avoid the common painkiller. WHO spokesman Tarik Jasarevic told reporters that while some observational studies had suggested that autism may be possibly linked with acetaminophen or paracetamol, the primary ingredient in Tylenol, others had “found no such relationship.” He further stated that “the evidence remains inconsistent”. “If the link between acetaminophen and autism were strong, it would likely have been consistently observed across multiple studies,” he said, warning against “drawing casual conclusions about the role of acetaminophen in autism.” Jasarevic also said that there was no doubt that “vaccines do not cause autism.” “The childhood immunisation schedule, carefully guided by WHO, has been adopted by all countries and has saved at least 154 million lives over the past 50 years,” he said. “These schedules have continually evolved with science and now safeguard children, adolescents and adults against 30 infectious diseases.” He further warned that “when immunisation schedules are delayed or disrupted, or altered without evidence review, there is a sharp increase in the risk of infection not only for the child but also for the wider community.” He added, “Each missed dose increases the chances of contracting a life-threatening infectious disease.” What did Trump claim? During a press briefing on Monday (Sep 21), Trump insisted that pregnant women should avoid Tylenol and “tough it out”, linking it to autism. He also urged major changes to the standard vaccines administered to babies. The US President said that women should only use acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, when necessary for high fevers, in the smallest dose and shortest time possible. His claims are not backed by medical consensus. Meanwhile, health professionals in the US have cautioned that avoiding Tylenol entirely without any alternatives may put the mothers and unborn children at risk, calling Trump’s claims “dangerous” and “full of misinformation”. Moreover, acetaminophen, or paracetamol, has often been regarded among the safest painkillers to take during pregnancy among medical groups. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said, “a causal relationship (between acetaminophen and autism) has not been established,” and debate in the scientific community is ongoing.

During a press briefing on Monday (Sep 21), Trump insisted that pregnant women should avoid Tylenol and “tough it out”, linking it to autism. He also urged major changes to the standard vaccines administered to babies.

‘Evidence remains inconsistent’: WHO quashes Trump’s claims of Tylenol linked with autism during pregnancy

In a major development, the US Secret Service on Tuesday (Sep 23) said it had dismantled a network of more than 100,000 SIM cards that could have crashed New York's telecommunications network ahead of the UN General Assembly. The Advanced Threat Interdiction Unit, along with the Department of Homeland Security, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, the New York Police Department, and other state and local law enforcement agencies, were involved in the operation. The team traced the swatting signals to an apartment just outside New York City, but no one was found in that apartment. The secret service said that these devices were capable of disabling cell towers, launching denial-of-service attacks, and enabling encrypted communication between threat actors — including possible nation-state links. Concentrated within 35 miles of the ongoing UN General Assembly, the threat prompted rapid intervention by the Secret Service’s Advanced Threat Interdiction Unit. World leaders have gathered in New York City for the UNGA session that is dominated by calls for Palestinian recognition and urgent action on Gaza. US President Donald Trump will address the session today (Sep 23).&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/white-house-confirms-trump-zelensky-bilateral-meet-on-the-sidelines-of-unga-session-1758620141392">White House Confirms Trump-Zelensky Bilateral Meet on the Sidelines of UNGA Session</a>&nbsp;The US Secret Service, in a statement, said, “In addition to carrying out anonymous telephonic threats, these devices could be used to conduct a wide range of telecommunications attacks. This includes disabling cell phone towers, enabling denial of services attacks and facilitating anonymous, encrypted communication between potential threat actors and criminal enterprises.” &nbsp;The operation involved multiple federal and local agencies and remains under active investigation.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The Secret Service dismantled a network of more than 300 SIM servers and 100,000 SIM cards in the New York-area that were capable of crippling telecom systems and carrying out anonymous telephonic attacks, disrupting the threat before world leaders arrived for the UN General… <a href="https://t.co/sZKUeGqvGY">pic.twitter.com/sZKUeGqvGY</a>&mdash; U.S. Secret Service (@SecretService) <a href="https://twitter.com/SecretService/status/1970445933667082482?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 23, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

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The US Secret Service dismantled a network of over 100,000 SIM cards capable of disrupting New York's telecom network ahead of the UNGA. The operation involved multiple agencies and seized 300 SIM servers near NYC. The crackdown ensured security as world leaders, including Trump

In a major development, the US Secret Service on Tuesday (Sep 23) said it had dismantled a network of more than 100,000 SIM cards that could have crashed New York's telecommunications network ahead of the UN General Assembly. The Advanced Threat Interdiction Unit, along with the Department of Homeland Security, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, the New York Police Department, and other state and local law enforcement agencies, were involved in the operation. The team traced the swatting signals to an apartment just outside New York City, but no one was found in that apartment. The secret service said that these devices were capable of disabling cell towers, launching denial-of-service attacks, and enabling encrypted communication between threat actors — including possible nation-state links. Concentrated within 35 miles of the ongoing UN General Assembly, the threat prompted rapid intervention by the Secret Service’s Advanced Threat Interdiction Unit. World leaders have gathered in New York City for the UNGA session that is dominated by calls for Palestinian recognition and urgent action on Gaza. US President Donald Trump will address the session today (Sep 23). Read More | White House Confirms Trump-Zelensky Bilateral Meet on the Sidelines of UNGA Session The US Secret Service, in a statement, said, “In addition to carrying out anonymous telephonic threats, these devices could be used to conduct a wide range of telecommunications attacks. This includes disabling cell phone towers, enabling denial of services attacks and facilitating anonymous, encrypted communication between potential threat actors and criminal enterprises.” The operation involved multiple federal and local agencies and remains under active investigation.

The US Secret Service dismantled a network of over 100,000 SIM cards capable of disrupting New York's telecom network ahead of the UNGA. The operation involved multiple agencies and seized 300 SIM servers near NYC. The crackdown ensured security as world leaders, including Trump

100,000 SIM cards dismantled, 300 servers found: US Secret Service foils plot to disrupt NYC cell network during UNGA

Sydney police made a breakthrough in a case that had remained unsolved in the 90s. A man accused of multiple cases of sexual assault has pleaded guilty. 61-year-old man, Glenn Gary Cameron, was arrested by detectives at the Sydney International Airport. In his admission, Cameron mentioned he was guilty of a dozen charges; these included eleven aggravated sexual assaults. He admitted to using weapons to threaten the victims; he used the method to attack eight women between 1991 and 1993.&nbsp;Investigators used modern DNA and fingerprint technology, which led them to Cameron, who later pleaded guilty to the crime. He was called Sydney's ‘Night Stalker’ and the ‘Moore Park Rapist’ when the case was referred to in news reports. Thirty-four years later, he will now be serving his sentence in the coming month.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-origin-doctor-in-canada-loses-medical-licence-after-being-found-guilty-of-sexually-abusing-patients-1757600404177">Indian-origin doctor in Canada loses medical licence after being found guilty of sexually abusing patients</a>&nbsp;Though he was arrested in February 2024, his identity was concealed due to a reporting ban, which was later eased. He pleaded guilty to 13 charges of the 36 offences on Tuesday (September 23). As of now, nine charges have been withdrawn, and the remaining 14 will be considered when he is sentenced, as reported by the news outlet&nbsp;Australian Broadcasting Corporation.&nbsp;<h2>Attacker's modus operandi</h2>&nbsp;In 1993, the case was extensively covered by the newspaper the Sydney Morning Herald (SMH). The reports published in it revealed that Cameron attacked Asian women. The victims were aged between 17 and 45. In the articles, it is also mentioned that the 61-year-old, who knew a few phrases in Cantonese, attacked these women near train stations.&nbsp;He used the job opportunities as a ploy to engage with the women and would reportedly attack them using a knife, and all his attacks would usually be orchestrated at night. According to SMH, Cameron’s first attack was in 1991.

61-year-old man, Glenn Gary Cameron, was arrested by detectives at the Sydney International Airport. In his admission, Cameron mentioned he was guilty of a dozen charges; these included eleven aggravated sexual assaults. 

Sydney police made a breakthrough in a case that had remained unsolved in the 90s. A man accused of multiple cases of sexual assault has pleaded guilty. 61-year-old man, Glenn Gary Cameron, was arrested by detectives at the Sydney International Airport. In his admission, Cameron mentioned he was guilty of a dozen charges; these included eleven aggravated sexual assaults. He admitted to using weapons to threaten the victims; he used the method to attack eight women between 1991 and 1993. Investigators used modern DNA and fingerprint technology, which led them to Cameron, who later pleaded guilty to the crime. He was called Sydney's ‘Night Stalker’ and the ‘Moore Park Rapist’ when the case was referred to in news reports. Thirty-four years later, he will now be serving his sentence in the coming month. Also read: Indian-origin doctor in Canada loses medical licence after being found guilty of sexually abusing patients Though he was arrested in February 2024, his identity was concealed due to a reporting ban, which was later eased. He pleaded guilty to 13 charges of the 36 offences on Tuesday (September 23). As of now, nine charges have been withdrawn, and the remaining 14 will be considered when he is sentenced, as reported by the news outlet Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Attacker's modus operandi In 1993, the case was extensively covered by the newspaper the Sydney Morning Herald (SMH). The reports published in it revealed that Cameron attacked Asian women. The victims were aged between 17 and 45. In the articles, it is also mentioned that the 61-year-old, who knew a few phrases in Cantonese, attacked these women near train stations. He used the job opportunities as a ploy to engage with the women and would reportedly attack them using a knife, and all his attacks would usually be orchestrated at night. According to SMH, Cameron’s first attack was in 1991.

61-year-old man, Glenn Gary Cameron, was arrested by detectives at the Sydney International Airport. In his admission, Cameron mentioned he was guilty of a dozen charges; these included eleven aggravated sexual assaults.&nbsp;

61-year-old man pleads guilty to 13 sexual assault charges after 34 years

Ragasa, known locally as Nando, a super typhoon that caused the evacuation of thousands of people from northern Philippine villages on Monday, is now travelling towards Hong Kong, the southern parts of mainland China, and Taiwan. After the arrival of the storm, flood, and landslides led to the death of at least three people and the disappearance of five others.&nbsp;In response to the situation, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr suspended all classes and government work in the capital, Manila, and 29 provinces of the main northern Luzon region on Monday. Following the typhoon, over 8,200 people were evacuated to safety in Cagayan province, including Calayan, and 1,220 people fled to emergency shelters in Apayao. In addition, domestic flights were suspended, and fishing boats as well as inter-island ferries were prohibited from leaving ports.<h3>Super typhoon 'Ragasa' heads toward Hong Kong, China, Taiwan</h3>After the super typhoon 'Ragasa' began heading to Hong Kong, its officials warned of a “serious threat”, labelling it the most destructive storm in the city’s recent history. “Ragasa will pose a serious threat to Hong Kong, which could reach the levels of Hato in 2017 and Mangkhut in 2018,” Hong Kong’s number-two official Eric Chan said on Monday, Al Jazeera reported.&nbsp;Hong Kong’s weather service confirmed that Ragasa is coming up with a maximum speed of 220 kilometres per hour (137 miles per hour) at its centre as it churned across the South China Sea early on Tuesday.&nbsp;Hong Kong International Airport will stay operational, but passengers have been warned of major disruptions in flight schedules from 6 p.m. local time (10:00 GMT) Tuesday until the following day, according to the airport authority. The announcement comes as Cathay Pacific is expected to cancel over 500 flights.&nbsp;The city’s weather bureau said conditions are likely to worsen rapidly later Tuesday. Meteorologist Westbrook noted that forecasters are preparing to raise the typhoon warning signal to level eight, the third-highest alert. If implemented, the measure would trigger the closure of many businesses and bring much of the city’s transportation to a halt.&nbsp;“People have been preparing for this typhoon. I was talking to some residents earlier, they’ve been stockpiling food, trying to make sure they have enough supplies for the next two days as this city shuts down,” Westbrook added.&nbsp;In Taiwan, the weather forecast service predicted “extremely torrential rain” in the eastern region of the country. “Its storm radius is quite large, about 320 [kilometres, or 200 miles]. Although the typhoon’s centre is still some distance away, its wide, strong wind field and outer circulation are already affecting parts of Taiwan,” it said.&nbsp;Meanwhile, officials in Shenzhen, the southern Chinese tech hub, decided to evacuate around 400,000 people, along with all those people living in low-lying and flood-prone areas. In addition, Shenzhen’s airport announced that it would halt flights starting Tuesday night.&nbsp;The National Meteorological Centre of China predicted that the typhoon would hit the coastal area between Shenzhen city and Xuwen county in Guangdong province on Wednesday.

After the Super Typhoon 'Ragasa' began heading to Hong Kong, its officials warned of a “serious threat”, labelling it the most destructive storm in the city’s recent history. After the arrival in the Philippines, floods and landslides led to the death of at least 3 people.

Ragasa, known locally as Nando, a super typhoon that caused the evacuation of thousands of people from northern Philippine villages on Monday, is now travelling towards Hong Kong, the southern parts of mainland China, and Taiwan. After the arrival of the storm, flood, and landslides led to the death of at least three people and the disappearance of five others. In response to the situation, Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr suspended all classes and government work in the capital, Manila, and 29 provinces of the main northern Luzon region on Monday. Following the typhoon, over 8,200 people were evacuated to safety in Cagayan province, including Calayan, and 1,220 people fled to emergency shelters in Apayao. In addition, domestic flights were suspended, and fishing boats as well as inter-island ferries were prohibited from leaving ports. Super typhoon 'Ragasa' heads toward Hong Kong, China, Taiwan After the super typhoon 'Ragasa' began heading to Hong Kong, its officials warned of a “serious threat”, labelling it the most destructive storm in the city’s recent history. “Ragasa will pose a serious threat to Hong Kong, which could reach the levels of Hato in 2017 and Mangkhut in 2018,” Hong Kong’s number-two official Eric Chan said on Monday, Al Jazeera reported. Hong Kong’s weather service confirmed that Ragasa is coming up with a maximum speed of 220 kilometres per hour (137 miles per hour) at its centre as it churned across the South China Sea early on Tuesday. Hong Kong International Airport will stay operational, but passengers have been warned of major disruptions in flight schedules from 6 p.m. local time (10:00 GMT) Tuesday until the following day, according to the airport authority. The announcement comes as Cathay Pacific is expected to cancel over 500 flights. The city’s weather bureau said conditions are likely to worsen rapidly later Tuesday. Meteorologist Westbrook noted that forecasters are preparing to raise the typhoon warning signal to level eight, the third-highest alert. If implemented, the measure would trigger the closure of many businesses and bring much of the city’s transportation to a halt. “People have been preparing for this typhoon. I was talking to some residents earlier, they’ve been stockpiling food, trying to make sure they have enough supplies for the next two days as this city shuts down,” Westbrook added. In Taiwan, the weather forecast service predicted “extremely torrential rain” in the eastern region of the country. “Its storm radius is quite large, about 320 [kilometres, or 200 miles]. Although the typhoon’s centre is still some distance away, its wide, strong wind field and outer circulation are already affecting parts of Taiwan,” it said. Meanwhile, officials in Shenzhen, the southern Chinese tech hub, decided to evacuate around 400,000 people, along with all those people living in low-lying and flood-prone areas. In addition, Shenzhen’s airport announced that it would halt flights starting Tuesday night. The National Meteorological Centre of China predicted that the typhoon would hit the coastal area between Shenzhen city and Xuwen county in Guangdong province on Wednesday.

After the Super Typhoon 'Ragasa' began heading to Hong Kong, its officials warned of a “serious threat”, labelling it the most destructive storm in the city’s recent history. After the arrival in the Philippines, floods and landslides led to the death of at least 3 people.

Super typhoon 'Ragasa' wreaks havoc in Philippines; heads toward Hong Kong, China, and Taiwan

Alexander Duncan, a Republican candidate for the US Senate from Texas, sparked a wave of criticism after calling Lord Hanuman a ‘false god’ in a post on X. He wrote, "Why are we allowing a false statue of a false Hindu God to be here in Texas? We are a CHRISTIAN nation!" His comments quickly drew backlash from netizens and organisations like the Hindu American Foundation (HAF), which called out Duncan for violating anti-discrimination guidelines and disrespecting the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment.&nbsp;In reply, the Hindu American Foundation took it to X and wrote, “Hello @TexasGOP, will you be disciplining your senate candidate from your party who openly contravenes your own guidelines against discrimination - displaying some pretty sordid anti-Hindu hate - not to mention disrespect for the 1st Amendment’s Establishment Clause?” Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uae-visa-update-work-and-tourist-visas-suspended-for-these-9-countries-from-2026-what-you-should-know-1758622203017">UAE visa update: Work and tourist visas suspended for THESE 9 countries under 2026 ban. What you should know</a><h2>Who is Alexander Duncan?</h2>Duncan, a former police officer with 13 years of experience, including in California, has been outspoken about what he sees as the dangers of politically driven policies that compromise citizens' safety. He has often shared his Christian faith publicly and describes how it helped him rebuild his life. Originally from California, Duncan moved his family to Texas, citing what he viewed as California's "radical left policies" as unfit for raising children. He has positioned Texas as a refuge for “liberty, faith, and constitutional values." His campaign platform emphasizes securing the US-Mexico border, defending gun rights, ending foreign wars, and restoring energy independence.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-false-statue-of-a-false-hindu-god-alexander-duncan-s-remark-on-hanuman-idol-in-texas-triggers-backlash-1758620227421">'False statue of a false Hindu God': Alexander Duncan's remark on Hanuman idol in Texas triggers backlash</a>&nbsp;He is a devoted follower of Christianity, though his journey to faith wasn’t always certain. At one point, he didn’t believe, but his life transformed when he fully embraced Christianity and developed a deep, personal relationship with God. On his X account, he frequently shares Bible proverbs, encouraging others to strengthen their belief in Jesus Christ. His website highlights the turning point in his life, saying, "Everything shifted when he gave his life to God and built a genuine connection with him."

Who is Alexander Duncan? GOP leader facing backlash for comments on Lord Hanuman

Alexander Duncan, a Republican candidate for the US Senate from Texas, sparked a wave of criticism after calling Lord Hanuman a ‘false god’ in a post on X. He wrote, "Why are we allowing a false statue of a false Hindu God to be here in Texas? We are a CHRISTIAN nation!" His comments quickly drew backlash from netizens and organisations like the Hindu American Foundation (HAF), which called out Duncan for violating anti-discrimination guidelines and disrespecting the Establishment Clause of the First Amendment. In reply, the Hindu American Foundation took it to X and wrote, “Hello @TexasGOP, will you be disciplining your senate candidate from your party who openly contravenes your own guidelines against discrimination - displaying some pretty sordid anti-Hindu hate - not to mention disrespect for the 1st Amendment’s Establishment Clause?” Also Read: UAE visa update: Work and tourist visas suspended for THESE 9 countries under 2026 ban. What you should know Who is Alexander Duncan? Duncan, a former police officer with 13 years of experience, including in California, has been outspoken about what he sees as the dangers of politically driven policies that compromise citizens' safety. He has often shared his Christian faith publicly and describes how it helped him rebuild his life. Originally from California, Duncan moved his family to Texas, citing what he viewed as California's "radical left policies" as unfit for raising children. He has positioned Texas as a refuge for “liberty, faith, and constitutional values." His campaign platform emphasizes securing the US-Mexico border, defending gun rights, ending foreign wars, and restoring energy independence. Also Read: 'False statue of a false Hindu God': Alexander Duncan's remark on Hanuman idol in Texas triggers backlash He is a devoted follower of Christianity, though his journey to faith wasn’t always certain. At one point, he didn’t believe, but his life transformed when he fully embraced Christianity and developed a deep, personal relationship with God. On his X account, he frequently shares Bible proverbs, encouraging others to strengthen their belief in Jesus Christ. His website highlights the turning point in his life, saying, "Everything shifted when he gave his life to God and built a genuine connection with him."

Republican Senate candidate Alexander Duncan from Texas is facing backlash from Hindu American Foundation after calling Lord Hanuman a ‘false god’

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday (Sep 23) was stopped by US Police in New York City after he addressed the United Nations General Assembly. Macron at UNGA announced that France was recognising the State of Palestine. Soon after, as he stepped out, his cavalcade, en route to the French Embassy at 934 Fifth Avenue, was halted due to the roadblocks in the area caused by the arrival of US President Donald Trump. The distance between the UN headquarters and the French Embassy is about 1 mile (1.6 km). Macron had a brief conversation with the police officials and then dialled Trump, but nothing was of much help to him.&nbsp;&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/nationwide-strike-in-france-anti-macron-anger-spreads-across-nation-1758264649675">Nationwide Strike In France: Anti-Macron Anger Spreads Across Nation</a><h2>Here's what happened next?</h2>Trump's presidential motorcade was passing through the area, due to which the NYPD stopped the French President's cavalcade. The video of the incident shows &nbsp; Macron's car being stopped by the police. An NYPD officer is seen walking up to the French President, who had alighted from the vehicle. "I'm sorry, Mr President, I am sorry. Everything is blocked at the moment," the officer told Macron. Macron is then seen taking out his phone and dialling Trump, explaining to him the unusual stoppage of his motorcade. "How are you? Guess what, I'm waiting in the street right now because everything is blocked for you," he spoke to Trump while smiling. He also joked with Trump to "clear the way". However, Trump's response to Macron is not known. The blockade continued for several minutes before it was lifted, and Macron's entourage was seen moving. The French President also posed for photos with people strolling in the area.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/un-time-has-come-france-formally-recognises-palestinian-state-1758597617649">UN: "Time Has Come': France Formally Recognises Palestinian State</a>

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After addressing the UN General Assembly and announcing France’s recognition of the State of Palestine, President Emmanuel Macron's motorcade was stopped in NYC due to a roadblock caused by President Trump’s motorcade. Macron briefly spoke with police and called Trump

French President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday (Sep 23) was stopped by US Police in New York City after he addressed the United Nations General Assembly. Macron at UNGA announced that France was recognising the State of Palestine. Soon after, as he stepped out, his cavalcade, en route to the French Embassy at 934 Fifth Avenue, was halted due to the roadblocks in the area caused by the arrival of US President Donald Trump. The distance between the UN headquarters and the French Embassy is about 1 mile (1.6 km). Macron had a brief conversation with the police officials and then dialled Trump, but nothing was of much help to him. Read More | Nationwide Strike In France: Anti-Macron Anger Spreads Across Nation Here's what happened next? Trump's presidential motorcade was passing through the area, due to which the NYPD stopped the French President's cavalcade. The video of the incident shows Macron's car being stopped by the police. An NYPD officer is seen walking up to the French President, who had alighted from the vehicle. "I'm sorry, Mr President, I am sorry. Everything is blocked at the moment," the officer told Macron. Macron is then seen taking out his phone and dialling Trump, explaining to him the unusual stoppage of his motorcade. "How are you? Guess what, I'm waiting in the street right now because everything is blocked for you," he spoke to Trump while smiling. He also joked with Trump to "clear the way". However, Trump's response to Macron is not known. The blockade continued for several minutes before it was lifted, and Macron's entourage was seen moving. The French President also posed for photos with people strolling in the area. Read More | UN: "Time Has Come': France Formally Recognises Palestinian State

After addressing the UN General Assembly and announcing France’s recognition of the State of Palestine, President Emmanuel Macron's motorcade was stopped in NYC due to a roadblock caused by President Trump’s motorcade. Macron briefly spoke with police and called Trump

French President Macron stopped by New York Police because of Trump? Here's what happened

The Indian Government shipbuilding firm Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) had inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HD Korea Shipbuilding and Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) for a long-term strategic collaboration in shipbuilding. According to CSL, this partnership seeks to combine their legacy, infrastructure, and domestic expertise with HD KSOE’s advanced technology and global experience, marking a significant step in strengthening India’s shipbuilding capabilities.&nbsp;&nbsp;Under this MoU, CSL’s&nbsp; 310-meter new dry dock, which was inaugurated in January 2024, will be utilised to construct large vessels such as Suezmax tankers, container ships, and Capesize bulk carriers, with a capacity of up to six vessels annually. Suezmax tankers are those designed to be the largest vessel size that can transit the Suez Canal when fully loaded. Capesize bulk carriers are one of the largest types of dry bulk ships, primarily used to transport massive quantities of raw materials like iron ore and coal.&nbsp; To support this effort, a dedicated Block Fabrication Facility (BFF) spread across 80acres is planned at Kochi, Kerala, with an annual capacity of 120,000 metric tonnes, involving an investment of about ₹3,700 crore ($417mn). Block Fabrication Facilities are specialised sites where large individual sections or blocks of a ship are constructed before being assembled into the full vessel. This approach is commonly used in modern shipbuilding to increase efficiency, quality control, and safety. This approach enables the parallel construction of different parts of the ship. Government estimates say, this initiative would generate around 2,000 direct jobs and substantial indirect employment in sectors such as logistics, MSMEs, supply chains, and ancillary industries.&nbsp;The Indo-Korea collaboration will also focus on joint execution of shipbuilding projects at CSL’s existing facilities during the transition phase, while simultaneously exploring opportunities in new business areas, greenfield shipyards, and skill development.&nbsp;Recently, CSL had signed an MoU to setup a shipbuilding hub in Thoothukudi district in the Southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. CSL elaborated that its investment of about ₹15,000 crore($1.69bn) to establish a state-of-the-art shipyard in Tamil Nadu would be in collaboration with a Korean partner. In its first phase, the project is projected to create nearly 10,000 jobs, comprising 4,000 direct and 6,000 indirect opportunities. Further, they may also include a modern ship repair facility. &nbsp;

The Indo-Korea collaboration will also focus on joint execution of shipbuilding projects at CSL’s existing facilities during the transition phase, while simultaneously exploring opportunities in new business areas.

The Indian Government shipbuilding firm Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) had inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HD Korea Shipbuilding and Offshore Engineering (HD KSOE) for a long-term strategic collaboration in shipbuilding. According to CSL, this partnership seeks to combine their legacy, infrastructure, and domestic expertise with HD KSOE’s advanced technology and global experience, marking a significant step in strengthening India’s shipbuilding capabilities. Under this MoU, CSL’s 310-meter new dry dock, which was inaugurated in January 2024, will be utilised to construct large vessels such as Suezmax tankers, container ships, and Capesize bulk carriers, with a capacity of up to six vessels annually. Suezmax tankers are those designed to be the largest vessel size that can transit the Suez Canal when fully loaded. Capesize bulk carriers are one of the largest types of dry bulk ships, primarily used to transport massive quantities of raw materials like iron ore and coal. To support this effort, a dedicated Block Fabrication Facility (BFF) spread across 80acres is planned at Kochi, Kerala, with an annual capacity of 120,000 metric tonnes, involving an investment of about ₹3,700 crore ($417mn). Block Fabrication Facilities are specialised sites where large individual sections or blocks of a ship are constructed before being assembled into the full vessel. This approach is commonly used in modern shipbuilding to increase efficiency, quality control, and safety. This approach enables the parallel construction of different parts of the ship. Government estimates say, this initiative would generate around 2,000 direct jobs and substantial indirect employment in sectors such as logistics, MSMEs, supply chains, and ancillary industries. The Indo-Korea collaboration will also focus on joint execution of shipbuilding projects at CSL’s existing facilities during the transition phase, while simultaneously exploring opportunities in new business areas, greenfield shipyards, and skill development. Recently, CSL had signed an MoU to setup a shipbuilding hub in Thoothukudi district in the Southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. CSL elaborated that its investment of about ₹15,000 crore($1.69bn) to establish a state-of-the-art shipyard in Tamil Nadu would be in collaboration with a Korean partner. In its first phase, the project is projected to create nearly 10,000 jobs, comprising 4,000 direct and 6,000 indirect opportunities. Further, they may also include a modern ship repair facility.

The Indo-Korea collaboration will also focus on joint execution of shipbuilding projects at CSL’s existing facilities during the transition phase, while simultaneously exploring opportunities in new business areas.

India-Korea shipbuilding projects to come up in Kerala, Tamil Nadu

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of the USA has announced approval of leucovorin calcium tablets as a treatment for the symptoms of autism. The announcement comes a day after President Donald Trump advised against using Tylenol and claimed its usage during pregnancy caused autism in newborn babies. The FDA has already issued a letter to physicians to alert them and minimise recommending Tylenol. The new drug, leucovorin, is currently used in the treatment of side effects caused by chemotherapy drugs as per FDA approval. It is also used in treating megaloblastic anaemia and can be taken in tablet form, by injection or intravenously.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/donald-trump-links-tylenol-to-autism-asks-pregnant-woman-not-to-take-tylenol-1758619314053/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/donald-trump-links-tylenol-to-autism-asks-pregnant-woman-not-to-take-tylenol-1758619314053/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>What is Leucovorin - new drug approved by FDA for autism</h2>&nbsp;Leucovorin or folinic acid is a form of Vitamin B9 which is also known as folate. It has been approved by FDA - based on studies from 2009 to 2024 - to be given to patients with cerebral folate deficiency (CFD) - a neurological condition that affects folate transport to brain.&nbsp;"Individuals with cerebral folate deficiency have been observed to have developmental delays with autistic features (e.g., challenges with social communication, sensory processing, and repetitive behaviors), seizures, and problems with movement and coordination," said FDA in its release.&nbsp;Folate helps make body red blood cells and is crucial for cell growth. It is also crucial during early pregnancy in order to lower the risk of birth defects in a newborn baby's brain or spine.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-tells-pregnant-women-to-tough-it-out-without-paracetamol-claims-amish-have-no-autism-because-they-lack-tylenol-1758589438052">Trump tells pregnant women to ‘tough it out’ without paracetamol, claims Amish have ‘no autism’ because they lack Tylenol</a>&nbsp;<h2>How lack of folate causes autism and how leucovorin treat it?</h2>&nbsp;In some cases, people have antibodies that restrict the transportation of folate to the brain which can affect health in various ways. Regarding the people with autism, these antibodies have been found in up to 75 percent of people, as per a report by The New York Times.&nbsp;According to FDA release, leucovorin - based on a study of 80 people where 40 were given a placebo - there was substantial improvement in deficiency syndrome. Symptoms of cerebral folate deficiency include speech difficulties, intellectual disabilities and, in some cases, seizures, and start getting visible in children around age of 2.&nbsp;Leucovorin helps bypass some of the issues that may block the transportation of folate to the brain and hence help in improving the symptoms caused by the lack of it.

The FDA has already issued a letter to physicians to alert them and minimise recommending tylenol. The new drug, leucovorin, is currently used in the treatment of side effects caused by chemotherapy drugs as per FDA approval.

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) of the USA has announced approval of leucovorin calcium tablets as a treatment for the symptoms of autism. The announcement comes a day after President Donald Trump advised against using Tylenol and claimed its usage during pregnancy caused autism in newborn babies. The FDA has already issued a letter to physicians to alert them and minimise recommending Tylenol. The new drug, leucovorin, is currently used in the treatment of side effects caused by chemotherapy drugs as per FDA approval. It is also used in treating megaloblastic anaemia and can be taken in tablet form, by injection or intravenously. https://www.wionews.com/videos/donald-trump-links-tylenol-to-autism-asks-pregnant-woman-not-to-take-tylenol-1758619314053/embed What is Leucovorin - new drug approved by FDA for autism Leucovorin or folinic acid is a form of Vitamin B9 which is also known as folate. It has been approved by FDA - based on studies from 2009 to 2024 - to be given to patients with cerebral folate deficiency (CFD) - a neurological condition that affects folate transport to brain. "Individuals with cerebral folate deficiency have been observed to have developmental delays with autistic features (e.g., challenges with social communication, sensory processing, and repetitive behaviors), seizures, and problems with movement and coordination," said FDA in its release. Folate helps make body red blood cells and is crucial for cell growth. It is also crucial during early pregnancy in order to lower the risk of birth defects in a newborn baby's brain or spine. Also read: Trump tells pregnant women to ‘tough it out’ without paracetamol, claims Amish have ‘no autism’ because they lack Tylenol How lack of folate causes autism and how leucovorin treat it? In some cases, people have antibodies that restrict the transportation of folate to the brain which can affect health in various ways. Regarding the people with autism, these antibodies have been found in up to 75 percent of people, as per a report by The New York Times. According to FDA release, leucovorin - based on a study of 80 people where 40 were given a placebo - there was substantial improvement in deficiency syndrome. Symptoms of cerebral folate deficiency include speech difficulties, intellectual disabilities and, in some cases, seizures, and start getting visible in children around age of 2. Leucovorin helps bypass some of the issues that may block the transportation of folate to the brain and hence help in improving the symptoms caused by the lack of it.

The FDA has already issued a letter to physicians to alert them and minimise recommending tylenol. The new drug, leucovorin, is currently used in the treatment of side effects caused by chemotherapy drugs as per FDA approval.

What is leucovorin? New drug approved by FDA to treat symptoms of autism after Trump's warning against tylenol

In a bold move aimed at tightening its immigration framework, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has officially suspended tourist and work visa applications from nine countries. This temporary freeze is part of the country’s broader strategy to overhaul its visa policies by 2026, focusing primarily on security concerns and addressing the growing challenges of migration. This step is set to shake up travel and employment plans for many, especially those looking to move to the UAE for work or leisure.&nbsp;<h2>Full list of countries affected by UAE visa suspension</h2>The UAE’s decision to suspend visa applications has impacted nationals from the following nine countries:<ul><li>Afghanistan</li><li>Algeria</li><li>Bangladesh</li><li>Kenya</li><li>Pakistan</li><li>Sierra Leone</li><li>Sri Lanka</li><li>Turkey</li><li>Yemen</li></ul>These countries are known for their large expatriate communities in the UAE, with many citizens moving for work-related opportunities, especially in sectors like construction, hospitality, and retail.<h2>Why did the UAE suspend tourist and work visas?</h2>The UAE government has cited security and migration issues as the primary reasons for the suspension. With the country’s rapid growth over the past few decades, the UAE has become a hub for foreign workers, attracting millions from across the globe. However, this large influx of migrants has led to several challenges.<h2>What travelers and workers should do next?</h2>For those affected by the suspension, it’s essential to stay informed and explore alternative options. Here’s what you need to know:<ul><li>Explore alternative visa options: While tourist and work visas have been temporarily suspended, some individuals may still be able to apply for different types of visas. For example, business or investment visas may be an option for certain applicants. Those traveling for transit may also find other routes through third-party countries.</li><li>Consider other countries in the region: If the UAE is no longer a viable destination for work or tourism, travelers might want to consider neighboring countries such as Qatar, Saudi Arabia, or Oman, which are also popular for expatriates in the Middle East. These countries may offer different visa regulations and opportunities for workers.</li><li>Keep yourself updated: As this visa suspension is a temporary measure, it’s important for applicants to keep an eye on official UAE government announcements. The suspension may be lifted in the coming months or extended further, depending on the evolving political and security landscape in the affected countries.</li></ul><h2>What's next for UAE immigration policy?</h2>This visa suspension is just one part of the UAE’s long-term strategy to improve national security and manage its migrant population more effectively. The UAE has been working on making its immigration systems more efficient and transparent, particularly in light of the demographic shifts and increasing demand for workers. By 2026, the UAE plans to have implemented a fully reformed visa system that includes advanced technologies for monitoring visa applicants, enhanced border controls, and more focused management of expatriate labor. This move is expected to reduce illegal immigration and improve the country’s overall security situation while still maintaining its status as a key global destination for business and tourism.

UAE visa update: Work and tourist visas suspended for THESE 9 countries from 2026. What you should know

In a bold move aimed at tightening its immigration framework, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has officially suspended tourist and work visa applications from nine countries. This temporary freeze is part of the country’s broader strategy to overhaul its visa policies by 2026, focusing primarily on security concerns and addressing the growing challenges of migration. This step is set to shake up travel and employment plans for many, especially those looking to move to the UAE for work or leisure. Full list of countries affected by UAE visa suspension The UAE’s decision to suspend visa applications has impacted nationals from the following nine countries: Afghanistan Algeria Bangladesh Kenya Pakistan Sierra Leone Sri Lanka Turkey Yemen These countries are known for their large expatriate communities in the UAE, with many citizens moving for work-related opportunities, especially in sectors like construction, hospitality, and retail. Why did the UAE suspend tourist and work visas? The UAE government has cited security and migration issues as the primary reasons for the suspension. With the country’s rapid growth over the past few decades, the UAE has become a hub for foreign workers, attracting millions from across the globe. However, this large influx of migrants has led to several challenges. What travelers and workers should do next? For those affected by the suspension, it’s essential to stay informed and explore alternative options. Here’s what you need to know: Explore alternative visa options: While tourist and work visas have been temporarily suspended, some individuals may still be able to apply for different types of visas. For example, business or investment visas may be an option for certain applicants. Those traveling for transit may also find other routes through third-party countries. Consider other countries in the region: If the UAE is no longer a viable destination for work or tourism, travelers might want to consider neighboring countries such as Qatar, Saudi Arabia, or Oman, which are also popular for expatriates in the Middle East. These countries may offer different visa regulations and opportunities for workers. Keep yourself updated: As this visa suspension is a temporary measure, it’s important for applicants to keep an eye on official UAE government announcements. The suspension may be lifted in the coming months or extended further, depending on the evolving political and security landscape in the affected countries. What's next for UAE immigration policy? This visa suspension is just one part of the UAE’s long-term strategy to improve national security and manage its migrant population more effectively. The UAE has been working on making its immigration systems more efficient and transparent, particularly in light of the demographic shifts and increasing demand for workers. By 2026, the UAE plans to have implemented a fully reformed visa system that includes advanced technologies for monitoring visa applicants, enhanced border controls, and more focused management of expatriate labor. This move is expected to reduce illegal immigration and improve the country’s overall security situation while still maintaining its status as a key global destination for business and tourism.

UAE has suspended tourist and work visas for 9 countries due to security and migration concerns, part of broader policy changes ahead of 2026 visa strategy

UAE visa update: Work and tourist visas suspended for THESE 9 countries under 2026 ban. What you should know

When Donald Trump first took the stage at the United Nations General Assembly during his first term, he ridiculed globalism and sparked mockery from world leaders in the room. This time, as he returns to the UN podium in his second presidency, the tone could not be more different. Instead of smirks and eye-rolls, foreign leaders are offering Trump flattery, gifts, and even Nobel Peace Prize nominations.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-300m-a-plane-what-makes-the-f-47-the-costliest-fighter-jet-yet-how-fast-will-it-be-and-when-will-it-fly-1758611888758">$300m a plane: What makes the F-47 the costliest fighter jet yet? How fast will it be, and when will it fly?</a><h2>What has changed since Trump’s first UN speech?</h2>During his earlier years in office, Trump was often treated as unpredictable but manageable. Leaders believed they could steer him with careful words or humour. Now, officials admit that this approach no longer works. “None of this is amusing any more. Nor do the other leaders still believe they can manage Trump. They’re still trying, but he’s showing an unpredictability this time that no amount of compliments and gifts is going to change,” one senior European official told Politico.<h2>Why are world leaders treating Trump differently now?</h2>At least seven leaders have formally nominated or endorsed Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. Despite his “America First” rhetoric, US influence is more vital to allies than at any time in recent years. And yet, Trump’s foreign policy looks very different.<h2>How is Trump positioning himself at the UN?</h2>Trump’s team says his speech this year will focus on “American strength.” Those familiar with the plans say it is designed as a serious expression of his worldview, questioning multilateral institutions, wary of traditional alliances, but more self-assured than before. He has used global forums not only to project power but also to attack his predecessor, Joe Biden.<h2>Where has Trump’s diplomacy worked, and where has it failed?</h2>Trump’s style of announcing big deals first and working out the details later has had mixed results. His team has found success in reviving stalled talks, such as between Armenia and Azerbaijan, or Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. But on the major wars he pledged to end quickly, Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas, there has been little progress.The fact that no one is laughing at Trump this time is not a sign of respect alone. It also reflects anxiety. Leaders may flatter him to avoid being hit by tariffs or political threats, but behind closed doors, they are concerned.

Donald Trump is returning to the UN with greater command, unlike his first mocked speech. Leaders now treat him seriously, seeing him as unpredictable but holding major global influence.

When Donald Trump first took the stage at the United Nations General Assembly during his first term, he ridiculed globalism and sparked mockery from world leaders in the room. This time, as he returns to the UN podium in his second presidency, the tone could not be more different. Instead of smirks and eye-rolls, foreign leaders are offering Trump flattery, gifts, and even Nobel Peace Prize nominations. Also read | $300m a plane: What makes the F-47 the costliest fighter jet yet? How fast will it be, and when will it fly? What has changed since Trump’s first UN speech? During his earlier years in office, Trump was often treated as unpredictable but manageable. Leaders believed they could steer him with careful words or humour. Now, officials admit that this approach no longer works. “None of this is amusing any more. Nor do the other leaders still believe they can manage Trump. They’re still trying, but he’s showing an unpredictability this time that no amount of compliments and gifts is going to change,” one senior European official told Politico. Why are world leaders treating Trump differently now? At least seven leaders have formally nominated or endorsed Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. Despite his “America First” rhetoric, US influence is more vital to allies than at any time in recent years. And yet, Trump’s foreign policy looks very different. How is Trump positioning himself at the UN? Trump’s team says his speech this year will focus on “American strength.” Those familiar with the plans say it is designed as a serious expression of his worldview, questioning multilateral institutions, wary of traditional alliances, but more self-assured than before. He has used global forums not only to project power but also to attack his predecessor, Joe Biden. Where has Trump’s diplomacy worked, and where has it failed? Trump’s style of announcing big deals first and working out the details later has had mixed results. His team has found success in reviving stalled talks, such as between Armenia and Azerbaijan, or Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. But on the major wars he pledged to end quickly, Russia-Ukraine and Israel-Hamas, there has been little progress. The fact that no one is laughing at Trump this time is not a sign of respect alone. It also reflects anxiety. Leaders may flatter him to avoid being hit by tariffs or political threats, but behind closed doors, they are concerned.

Donald Trump is returning to the UN with greater command, unlike his first mocked speech. Leaders now treat him seriously, seeing him as unpredictable but holding major global influence.

No one is laughing at Trump at the UN this year - Is the world finally taking him more seriously?

Copenhagen Airport, the busiest in the Nordic region, was forced to shut down for nearly four hours on Monday evening after drones were spotted flying nearby. At the same time, Norway’s Oslo Airport closed its airspace following a similar sighting. The shutdowns led to chaos for passengers, with dozens of flights diverted to other airports.Danish police said on Tuesday they still do not know who flew drones over Copenhagen Airport on Monday night, but believe the operator was skilled. “The number, size, and flight patterns of the drones show this was done by someone capable. But we don’t know who,” said police inspector Jens Jespersen. The airport was shut for several hours before reopening early Tuesday, causing long delays and disrupting travel for about 20,000 passengers, officials said.<h2>What have police said about the drones?</h2>Copenhagen Police Deputy Assistant Commissioner Jakob Hansen confirmed that investigators were still trying to identify the drones. “The police have launched an intensive investigation to determine what kind of drones these are. The drones have disappeared and we have not taken any of them,” Hansen told reporters. Authorities in Denmark and Norway are now collaborating to determine if the two incidents are connected.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-militarist-anarchist-enterprise-trump-signs-order-branding-antifa-a-terrorist-organisation-1758594113007">‘Militarist, anarchist enterprise’: Trump signs order branding Antifa a terrorist organisation</a><h2>Were the drones Russian?</h2>When asked if the drones could be linked to Russia, Hansen said he could not confirm or deny the possibility. Officials have promised further updates at a press conference scheduled for Tuesday morning.<h2>How many flights were affected?</h2>Flight-tracking website Flightradar24 reported that at least 35 flights heading to Copenhagen had to be diverted. A further 50 flights bound for Oslo were also rerouted after the airspace there was closed at midnight local time. Copenhagen Airport announced on social media that delays and cancellations would persist even after reopening, and passengers were advised to check with their respective airlines.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/france-recognises-palestinian-state-ahead-of-unga-meeting-macron-says-it-s-not-a-reward-to-hamas-1758571308468">France recognises Palestinian state ahead of the UN General Assembly meeting</a><h2>How does this fit into wider European airport disruptions?</h2>The drone incidents come just days after European airports were hit by a cyberattack that took down check-in and boarding systems at Heathrow, Berlin and Brussels. Travel across the region has already been strained, and the drone sightings have added to the pressure on passengers&nbsp;and&nbsp;airlines.

Copenhagen and Oslo airports were shut after drones were sighted nearby, disrupting over 80 flights. Police are investigating possible links, including Russia, as Europe faces mounting airport disruptions and passenger chaos.

Copenhagen Airport, the busiest in the Nordic region, was forced to shut down for nearly four hours on Monday evening after drones were spotted flying nearby. At the same time, Norway’s Oslo Airport closed its airspace following a similar sighting. The shutdowns led to chaos for passengers, with dozens of flights diverted to other airports. Danish police said on Tuesday they still do not know who flew drones over Copenhagen Airport on Monday night, but believe the operator was skilled. “The number, size, and flight patterns of the drones show this was done by someone capable. But we don’t know who,” said police inspector Jens Jespersen. The airport was shut for several hours before reopening early Tuesday, causing long delays and disrupting travel for about 20,000 passengers, officials said. What have police said about the drones? Copenhagen Police Deputy Assistant Commissioner Jakob Hansen confirmed that investigators were still trying to identify the drones. “The police have launched an intensive investigation to determine what kind of drones these are. The drones have disappeared and we have not taken any of them,” Hansen told reporters. Authorities in Denmark and Norway are now collaborating to determine if the two incidents are connected. Also read: ‘Militarist, anarchist enterprise’: Trump signs order branding Antifa a terrorist organisation Were the drones Russian? When asked if the drones could be linked to Russia, Hansen said he could not confirm or deny the possibility. Officials have promised further updates at a press conference scheduled for Tuesday morning. How many flights were affected? Flight-tracking website Flightradar24 reported that at least 35 flights heading to Copenhagen had to be diverted. A further 50 flights bound for Oslo were also rerouted after the airspace there was closed at midnight local time. Copenhagen Airport announced on social media that delays and cancellations would persist even after reopening, and passengers were advised to check with their respective airlines. Also read: France recognises Palestinian state ahead of the UN General Assembly meeting How does this fit into wider European airport disruptions? The drone incidents come just days after European airports were hit by a cyberattack that took down check-in and boarding systems at Heathrow, Berlin and Brussels. Travel across the region has already been strained, and the drone sightings have added to the pressure on passengers and airlines.

Copenhagen and Oslo airports were shut after drones were sighted nearby, disrupting over 80 flights. Police are investigating possible links, including Russia, as Europe faces mounting airport disruptions and passenger chaos.

'Could neither confirm nor deny': Drone scare shuts Copenhagen and Oslo airports - Was Russia behind it?

A Texas Republican leader has sparked a controversy over his remarks on a 90-foot statue of lord Hanuman, known as the 'Statue of Union', in the US city. Alexander Duncan, a Republican from Texas, criticised that America is a Christian nation and should not permit 'a false statue of a false Hindu God.'&nbsp;"Why are we allowing a false statue of a false Hindu God to be here in Texas? We are a CHRISTIAN nation," Alexander Duncan wrote on X. The post was written while posting the video of the statue located at Shri Ashtalakshmi Temple in the town of Sugar Land, Texas.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Why are we allowing a false statue of a false Hindu God to be here in Texas? We are a CHRISTIAN nation!<a href="https://t.co/uAPJegLie0">pic.twitter.com/uAPJegLie0</a>&mdash; Alexander Duncan (@AlexDuncanTX) <a href="https://twitter.com/AlexDuncanTX/status/1969442156264689949?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 20, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>Netizens hit out at the post</h3>Soon after Duncan's post came on X, several social media users lashed out at him along with the Hindu American Foundation (HAF), calling the statement "anti-Hindu and inflammatory." Reacting to it, the Hindu group formally reported the incident to the Republican Party in Texas and urged it to address the matter.&nbsp;"Hello @TexasGOP, will you be disciplining your senate candidate from your party who openly contravenes your own guidelines against discrimination-displaying some pretty sordid anti-Hindu hate-not to mention disrespect for the 1st Amendment's Establishment Clause?" the Hindu American Foundation posted.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Hello <a href="https://twitter.com/TexasGOP?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TexasGOP</a>, will you be disciplining your senate candidate from your party who openly contravenes your own guidelines against discrimination—displaying some pretty sordid anti-Hindu hate—not to mention disrespect for the 1st Amendment’s Establishment Clause? <a href="https://t.co/5LItlu7Zu2">https://t.co/5LItlu7Zu2</a> <a href="https://t.co/oqZkZozUBR">pic.twitter.com/oqZkZozUBR</a>&mdash; Hindu American Foundation (@HinduAmerican) <a href="https://twitter.com/HinduAmerican/status/1970133747543740422?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In response to his remarks, several netizens criticised on social media. An X user wrote, " Hindus aren't promoting j*had. Focus on the actual problem of violent foreign nationals who h8 us. Hindu gods depict facets of the ultimate god consciousness. They are all connected and promote the development of virtue. Read up a bit. This is not the problem."&nbsp;Another X user said, "Just because you’re not Hindu, doesn’t make it false. The Vedas were written almost 2000 years before Jesus walked the earth and are extraordinary texts. And there’s obvious influences on Christianity…so it would be wise to honor and research the ‘religion’ that predates and influences yours."&nbsp;"India has always been a Hindu civilisation. Yet today it houses over 500,000 mosques &amp; nearly 100,000 churches/ chapels, with the Catholic Church standing as the second-largest landowner after the Indian government (not some Indic faith). Despite deep theological differences, no Indian politician would dare call these churches an “abomination” or dismiss them as shrines to “fake gods.” Yet you bigots spit such venom freely and walk away unscathed. Perhaps you do deserve the fate hurtling your way where you will be swallowed by the toxic cocktail of Wokeism and Pan-Islamism," another user said.

Alexander Duncan, a Republican from Texas, criticised that America is a Christian nation and should not permit 'a false statue of a false Hindu God.' Reacting to it, the Hindu group formally reported the incident to the Republican Party in Texas and urged it to address the matter.

A Texas Republican leader has sparked a controversy over his remarks on a 90-foot statue of lord Hanuman, known as the 'Statue of Union', in the US city. Alexander Duncan, a Republican from Texas, criticised that America is a Christian nation and should not permit 'a false statue of a false Hindu God.' "Why are we allowing a false statue of a false Hindu God to be here in Texas? We are a CHRISTIAN nation," Alexander Duncan wrote on X. The post was written while posting the video of the statue located at Shri Ashtalakshmi Temple in the town of Sugar Land, Texas.

Alexander Duncan, a Republican from Texas, criticised that America is a Christian nation and should not permit 'a false statue of a false Hindu God.' Reacting to it, the Hindu group formally reported the incident to the Republican Party in Texas and urged it to address the matter.

'False statue of a false Hindu God': Alexander Duncan's remark on Hanuman idol in Texas triggers backlash

Indian high-skilled professionals are facing a moment of reckoning as the US hiked the much-used H-1B visa fees to $100,000. The anger and frustration have evolved into a call for Indians to return, to build back at home. One country that has succeeded in repatriating its high-tech professionals is China. Over the past decades, it has used incentives as well as punishments to bring back the Chinese from foreign lands to start innovations and businesses in China. Many of the top tech startup CEOs had been abroad at some point in their lives. But now they are building back at home, helping China emerge as a global innovation hub that currently challenges the US and the West.<h2>How China reversed brain drain</h2>China is home to tech giants like Huawei, ByteDance (owner of TikTok), BYD and DJI. In past decades, a meticulous strategy combining generous incentives with subtle, and sometimes coercive, punishments, was used by the Chinese government to bring back its high-skilled tech talent.China wants its brightest minds, especially those educated or working in the West, to return and contribute to building China’s domestic innovation ecosystem.&nbsp;The approach combined financial carrots with legal, social, and political sticks.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/colossal-trump-visa-blunder-likely-to-boomerang-boost-tech-in-india-1758565334027/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/colossal-trump-visa-blunder-likely-to-boomerang-boost-tech-in-india-1758565334027/embed</a><h2>Thousand Talents: How China’s talent repatriation campaign offered world-class incentives</h2>Scientists and entrepreneurs were promised grants of up to ¥200 million, preferential access to housing, healthcare, subsidies, and priority in securing venture capital. Programmes like the Thousand Talents Plan (TTP), the Young Thousand Talents (YTT), and the Qiming Plan aggressively recruited top-tier Chinese professionals abroad, especially in strategic fields like artificial intelligence, semiconductors, biotech, and electric vehicles.With the state offering rent subsidies, tax breaks, and startup support, cities like Shenzhen and Shanghai became magnets for Chinese returnees. Startup incubators like Zhongguancun in Beijing provided infrastructure and mentorship, while institutions like Tsinghua Holdings fostered deep integration between academia and enterprise.The result? Chinese returnees now make up a reported 70 per cent of Shenzhen’s tech workforce and have founded 80 per cent of the country’s AI startups.China also streamlined its immigration and residency systems to support this return flow of emigrants.High-end talent visas, fast-tracked household registration known as 'hukou', and priority schooling and housing for families made it easier for skilled professionals to resettle in major innovation hubs.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indians-on-h-1b-visas-come-back-home-as-a-mark-of-protest-and-a-matter-of-pride-time-to-make-india-greater-1758519570677">Indians on H-1B visas, COME BACK HOME, as a mark of protest, and a matter of pride. Time to Make India Greater</a><h2>Disincentives designed to make staying abroad increasingly unattractive</h2>State-sponsored students, particularly those funded by the China Scholarship Council (CSC), were bound by contracts requiring them to return to China. Failing this would lead to penalties that include repayment of full tuition and living costs that run up to $100,000, or even legal action. This made the price of staying abroad prohibitively high for many Chinese expats.The Chinese Social Credit System also played a role. Those who failed to return or started 'unauthorised ventures' abroad could be blacklisted. This then led to restrictions in their access to credit, travel, or even schooling for their children back in China. Families of non-returnees also faced social stigma, amplified by state media campaigns promoting national service and loyalty.Moreover, returnees who attempted to collaborate with or join foreign tech firms often risked violating Chinese National Security and Cybersecurity laws. Sharing sensitive technology with foreign entities was criminalised, and data localisation was required for Chinese firms.&nbsp;In effect, these curbs created high barriers for overseas engagement for Chinese tech professionals.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-doctors-not-pay-100-000-fee-on-h-1b-visas-report-claims-case-by-case-exemptions-1758561658463">Will doctors not pay $100,000 fee on H-1B visas? Report claims ‘case-by-case exemptions’</a><h2>Losing citizenship and access to startup ecosystem: Hidden cost of not returning for Chinese</h2>Chinese citizens holding foreign passports were further disincentivised by the country's ban on dual citizenship.&nbsp;Choosing to remain abroad meant losing access to China’s domestic startup ecosystem, government funding, and even property rights.&nbsp;This led many to forgo foreign nationality in order to keep their foothold in the Chinese market.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/h1-b-visa-fee-hike-is-a-trade-barrier-legal-argument-for-india-to-sue-the-us-at-the-wto-in-a-world-first-under-mode-4-of-gats-1758608807223">H1-B visa fee hike is a trade barrier: Legal argument for India to sue the US at the WTO in a world-first under Mode 4 of GATS</a><h2>China's strong state control over its startup ecosystem</h2>Companies that did not align with state-defined strategic goals, especially post-2018 tech tensions with the US, faced the withdrawal of subsidies, funding, or market access.&nbsp;Hundreds of ventures that failed to deliver results were excluded from major incubators and denied participation in government contracts.China also ramped up investment in strategic areas, such as the $48 billion Big Fund III.&nbsp;Launched in 2024, this financial initiative funnelled capital into chip manufacturing.&nbsp;Programmes like the Qiming Plan gave semiconductor firms generous funding.<h2>Staggering results: Millions of Chinese return</h2>As per data from 2023, more than one million Chinese students have returned annually. Some global brands emerged from this reverse migration.&nbsp;For instance, DJI now dominates the global drone market with a 70 per cent share.&nbsp;BYD accounts for 20 per cent of global electric vehicle sales.&nbsp;SenseTime, a major AI player, has reached a valuation of $3 billion. China now ranks first globally in patent filings and accounts for 30 per cent of global unicorn value.<h2>Reverse brain drain helped China become innovation hub</h2>China has not only reversed its brain drain. It used its talent as a lever to assert technological sovereignty and economic resilience amid global decoupling trends and protectionism from America.&nbsp;China blended opportunity and obligation, incentives and punishments, in its long march towards self-reliance in the technology sector. It is a controversial, yet powerful model for national innovation.The global tech race is intensifying. For Indian policymakers, China's example underscores a broader truth: attracting talent is no longer just about offering a better salary or lab.&nbsp;It is about building an entire ecosystem that makes leaving the homeland the harder—not the easier—choice, and returning an attractive option.&nbsp;India can avoid the punishment-disincentive part of this system, and concentrate on the incentives and ecosystem-building aspects of the Chinese model.Because it is high time.

As India faces a moment of reckoning amid H-1B fee visa fee hike, it is time to look at how China reversed its brain drain. It combined incentives and disincentives to repatriate high-skilled tech talent. Two decades later, China is an innovation hub full of booming startups



Indian high-skilled professionals are facing a moment of reckoning as the US hiked the much-used H-1B visa fees to $100,000. The anger and frustration have evolved into a call for Indians to return, to build back at home. One country that has succeeded in repatriating its high-tech professionals is China. Over the past decades, it has used incentives as well as punishments to bring back the Chinese from foreign lands to start innovations and businesses in China. Many of the top tech startup CEOs had been abroad at some point in their lives. But now they are building back at home, helping China emerge as a global innovation hub that currently challenges the US and the West. How China reversed brain drain China is home to tech giants like Huawei, ByteDance (owner of TikTok), BYD and DJI. In past decades, a meticulous strategy combining generous incentives with subtle, and sometimes coercive, punishments, was used by the Chinese government to bring back its high-skilled tech talent. China wants its brightest minds, especially those educated or working in the West, to return and contribute to building China’s domestic innovation ecosystem. The approach combined financial carrots with legal, social, and political sticks. https://www.wionews.com/videos/colossal-trump-visa-blunder-likely-to-boomerang-boost-tech-in-india-1758565334027/embed Thousand Talents: How China’s talent repatriation campaign offered world-class incentives Scientists and entrepreneurs were promised grants of up to ¥200 million, preferential access to housing, healthcare, subsidies, and priority in securing venture capital. Programmes like the Thousand Talents Plan (TTP), the Young Thousand Talents (YTT), and the Qiming Plan aggressively recruited top-tier Chinese professionals abroad, especially in strategic fields like artificial intelligence, semiconductors, biotech, and electric vehicles. With the state offering rent subsidies, tax breaks, and startup support, cities like Shenzhen and Shanghai became magnets for Chinese returnees. Startup incubators like Zhongguancun in Beijing provided infrastructure and mentorship, while institutions like Tsinghua Holdings fostered deep integration between academia and enterprise. The result? Chinese returnees now make up a reported 70 per cent of Shenzhen’s tech workforce and have founded 80 per cent of the country’s AI startups. China also streamlined its immigration and residency systems to support this return flow of emigrants. High-end talent visas, fast-tracked household registration known as 'hukou', and priority schooling and housing for families made it easier for skilled professionals to resettle in major innovation hubs. Also read: Indians on H-1B visas, COME BACK HOME, as a mark of protest, and a matter of pride. Time to Make India Greater Disincentives designed to make staying abroad increasingly unattractive State-sponsored students, particularly those funded by the China Scholarship Council (CSC), were bound by contracts requiring them to return to China. Failing this would lead to penalties that include repayment of full tuition and living costs that run up to $100,000, or even legal action. This made the price of staying abroad prohibitively high for many Chinese expats. The Chinese Social Credit System also played a role. Those who failed to return or started 'unauthorised ventures' abroad could be blacklisted. This then led to restrictions in their access to credit, travel, or even schooling for their children back in China. Families of non-returnees also faced social stigma, amplified by state media campaigns promoting national service and loyalty. Moreover, returnees who attempted to collaborate with or join foreign tech firms often risked violating Chinese National Security and Cybersecurity laws. Sharing sensitive technology with foreign entities was criminalised, and data localisation was required for Chinese firms. In effect, these curbs created high barriers for overseas engagement for Chinese tech professionals. Also read: Will doctors not pay $100,000 fee on H-1B visas? Report claims ‘case-by-case exemptions’ Losing citizenship and access to startup ecosystem: Hidden cost of not returning for Chinese Chinese citizens holding foreign passports were further disincentivised by the country's ban on dual citizenship. Choosing to remain abroad meant losing access to China’s domestic startup ecosystem, government funding, and even property rights. This led many to forgo foreign nationality in order to keep their foothold in the Chinese market. Also read: H1-B visa fee hike is a trade barrier: Legal argument for India to sue the US at the WTO in a world-first under Mode 4 of GATS China's strong state control over its startup ecosystem Companies that did not align with state-defined strategic goals, especially post-2018 tech tensions with the US, faced the withdrawal of subsidies, funding, or market access. Hundreds of ventures that failed to deliver results were excluded from major incubators and denied participation in government contracts. China also ramped up investment in strategic areas, such as the $48 billion Big Fund III. Launched in 2024, this financial initiative funnelled capital into chip manufacturing. Programmes like the Qiming Plan gave semiconductor firms generous funding. Staggering results: Millions of Chinese return As per data from 2023, more than one million Chinese students have returned annually. Some global brands emerged from this reverse migration. For instance, DJI now dominates the global drone market with a 70 per cent share. BYD accounts for 20 per cent of global electric vehicle sales. SenseTime, a major AI player, has reached a valuation of $3 billion. China now ranks first globally in patent filings and accounts for 30 per cent of global unicorn value. Reverse brain drain helped China become innovation hub China has not only reversed its brain drain. It used its talent as a lever to assert technological sovereignty and economic resilience amid global decoupling trends and protectionism from America. China blended opportunity and obligation, incentives and punishments, in its long march towards self-reliance in the technology sector. It is a controversial, yet powerful model for national innovation. The global tech race is intensifying. For Indian policymakers, China's example underscores a broader truth: attracting talent is no longer just about offering a better salary or lab. It is about building an entire ecosystem that makes leaving the homeland the harder—not the easier—choice, and returning an attractive option. India can avoid the punishment-disincentive part of this system, and concentrate on the incentives and ecosystem-building aspects of the Chinese model. Because it is high time.

As India faces a moment of reckoning amid H-1B fee visa fee hike, it is time to look at how China reversed its brain drain. It combined incentives and disincentives to repatriate high-skilled tech talent. Two decades later, China is an innovation hub full of booming startups&nbsp;

H-1B visa fee hike and call for Indians to return: What India can learn from China's efforts to repatriate its high-skilled talent

A woman in Virginia, US, won $150,000 in the Powerball lottery. She used ChatGPT to pick the number for the lottery. The woman identified as Carrie Edwards matched the first four out of the first five numbers and the Powerball number on her ticket.When asked about the ordeal, she said, "I’m like, ChatGPT, talk to me… Do you have numbers for me?" Two days later, she discovered she had won. Normally, she would have won $50,000, but she used $1 for powerplay so she won $150,000.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/brazil-plane-crash-spacex-cocaine-1758172641153">Australian pilot carrying 400 lbs SPACE X branded cocaine crashes and dies in Brazil</a>&nbsp;“I’m sitting in a meeting, and I look at my phone and it says, ‘Please collect your lottery winnings.’ And I thought, ‘I think it’s a scam. I know I didn’t win.’” said Carrie during an interview with NYPost.She distributed the money to three different charities, $50,000 each. When the windfall was received, she said she knew what she wanted to do with it. “And I knew I needed to give it all away, because I’ve been so blessed, and I want this to be an example of how other people, when they’re blessed, can bless other people.”The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD), which supports urgent research on the early onset of Dementia, was the first charity. It had a personal reason. Her husband had passed away from Dementia last year. The other two non-profit organisations were the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, which provides ‘financial, educational and emergency assistance for active-duty service members’, and Shalom Farms, which works towards ‘an equitable food system in Richmond.’&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/world-s-first-ai-minister-diella-albania-1757659545908">Albania appoints World's first AI 'minister' Diella to make public tender '100-percent corruption-free'</a><h2>Can AI predict lottery numbers?</h2>In 2025, most of the AI tools available are Natural Language Processing, used by chatbots for writing, translation; Computer Vision, used for image generation, facial recognition, or object detection, and machine learning for predictive analysis and recommendation systems. Very few automated algorithms exist for predicting and generating numbers and drawing patterns, for games like blackjack or lottery. However, a group of mathematicians from Italy claimed to have come up with an algorithm with which they won $50,000 using drawings worth $350. However, it is unclear whether they exactly beat the system; they claimed that their algorithm selected numbers that were overrepresented among winners. ChatGPT, as a tool, can not predict lottery numbers. Carrie basically used it as a random number generator. There had been other instances, like in 2023, when a Thai man used ChatGPT to successfully guess numbers for a local sweepstakes, though trifling only $59.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/why-bitcoin-mining-costlier-in-europe-us-1756812794529">Why 1 Bitcoin costs $1,300 to mine in Iran and $102,260 in United States</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Carrie Edwards from Virginia won $150,000 in the Powerball lottery after asking ChatGPT to generate her numbers. She donated all her winnings to three charities, honouring her late husband and supporting local communities

A woman in Virginia, US, won $150,000 in the Powerball lottery. She used ChatGPT to pick the number for the lottery. The woman identified as Carrie Edwards matched the first four out of the first five numbers and the Powerball number on her ticket. When asked about the ordeal, she said, "I’m like, ChatGPT, talk to me… Do you have numbers for me?" Two days later, she discovered she had won. Normally, she would have won $50,000, but she used $1 for powerplay so she won $150,000. Also Read: Australian pilot carrying 400 lbs SPACE X branded cocaine crashes and dies in Brazil “I’m sitting in a meeting, and I look at my phone and it says, ‘Please collect your lottery winnings.’ And I thought, ‘I think it’s a scam. I know I didn’t win.’” said Carrie during an interview with NYPost. She distributed the money to three different charities, $50,000 each. When the windfall was received, she said she knew what she wanted to do with it. “And I knew I needed to give it all away, because I’ve been so blessed, and I want this to be an example of how other people, when they’re blessed, can bless other people.” The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD), which supports urgent research on the early onset of Dementia, was the first charity. It had a personal reason. Her husband had passed away from Dementia last year. The other two non-profit organisations were the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, which provides ‘financial, educational and emergency assistance for active-duty service members’, and Shalom Farms, which works towards ‘an equitable food system in Richmond.’ Also Read: Albania appoints World's first AI 'minister' Diella to make public tender '100-percent corruption-free' Can AI predict lottery numbers? In 2025, most of the AI tools available are Natural Language Processing, used by chatbots for writing, translation; Computer Vision, used for image generation, facial recognition, or object detection, and machine learning for predictive analysis and recommendation systems. Very few automated algorithms exist for predicting and generating numbers and drawing patterns, for games like blackjack or lottery. However, a group of mathematicians from Italy claimed to have come up with an algorithm with which they won $50,000 using drawings worth $350. However, it is unclear whether they exactly beat the system; they claimed that their algorithm selected numbers that were overrepresented among winners. ChatGPT, as a tool, can not predict lottery numbers. Carrie basically used it as a random number generator. There had been other instances, like in 2023, when a Thai man used ChatGPT to successfully guess numbers for a local sweepstakes, though trifling only $59. Also Read: Why 1 Bitcoin costs $1,300 to mine in Iran and $102,260 in United States

Carrie Edwards from Virginia won $150,000 in the Powerball lottery after asking ChatGPT to generate her numbers. She donated all her winnings to three charities, honouring her late husband and supporting local communities

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