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Indian External Affairs S.Jaishankar will meet with United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New York on Monday (Sep 22). The meeting, which would happen on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session, is the first time top Indian and US officials would meet each other since President Donald Trump imposed a 50 per cent tariff on India. It is also the first top-level meet since America hiked the fee for H1-B visas to $100,000. It must be noted that in recent years, 70 per cent of H1-B beneficiaries were Indians.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-i-should-get-a-nobel-prize-for-each-one-trump-demands-seven-nobels-for-solving-7-wars-once-again-takes-credit-for-india-pak-war-1758442668041">'I should get a Nobel Prize for each one': Trump demands seven Nobels for 'solving' 7 wars, once again takes credit for India-Pak ceasefire</a><h2>When will Jaishankar and Rubio meet?</h2>The top Indian and US officials will meet at 11 am EST (8:30 PM IST) on Monday as per Marco Rubio’s schedule released by the US State Department. The vital meeting is part of a continuing effort to strengthen India-US ties, which in recent days have come under strain after Trump imposed the 25 per cent tariff, plus a 25 per cent penalty for India’s purchase of discounted Russian oil. Rubio and Jaishankar last met in July of this year on the sidelines of the 10th Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting.In line with the diplomatic efforts, on Monday, India and the US are also scheduled to hold trade talks on Monday (Sep 22). Trump recently expressed confidence that the two nations would face “no difficulty” in arriving at a deal.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/trump-just-made-it-nearly-impossible-for-indians-to-work-in-the-us-here-s-how-us-hikes-h-1b-fee-to-100-000-or-90-lakh-1758336080621">Trump just made it nearly impossible for Indians to work in the US — Here's how</a>

Indian EAM S. Jaishankar is scheduled to meet with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New York on Monday. This will be the first face-to-face meeting between the two officials since President Donald Trump imposed a 50% tariff on India and raised the annual fee for H-1B visas to $100,000.

Indian External Affairs S.Jaishankar will meet with United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New York on Monday (Sep 22). The meeting, which would happen on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session, is the first time top Indian and US officials would meet each other since President Donald Trump imposed a 50 per cent tariff on India. It is also the first top-level meet since America hiked the fee for H1-B visas to $100,000. It must be noted that in recent years, 70 per cent of H1-B beneficiaries were Indians. Also read | 'I should get a Nobel Prize for each one': Trump demands seven Nobels for 'solving' 7 wars, once again takes credit for India-Pak ceasefire When will Jaishankar and Rubio meet? The top Indian and US officials will meet at 11 am EST (8:30 PM IST) on Monday as per Marco Rubio’s schedule released by the US State Department. The vital meeting is part of a continuing effort to strengthen India-US ties, which in recent days have come under strain after Trump imposed the 25 per cent tariff, plus a 25 per cent penalty for India’s purchase of discounted Russian oil. Rubio and Jaishankar last met in July of this year on the sidelines of the 10th Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting. In line with the diplomatic efforts, on Monday, India and the US are also scheduled to hold trade talks on Monday (Sep 22). Trump recently expressed confidence that the two nations would face “no difficulty” in arriving at a deal. Also read | Trump just made it nearly impossible for Indians to work in the US — Here's how

Indian EAM S. Jaishankar is scheduled to meet with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New York on Monday. This will be the first face-to-face meeting between the two officials since President Donald Trump imposed a 50% tariff on India and raised the annual fee for H-1B visas to $100,000.

Jaishankar to meet Rubio in New York — first top-level talks after Trump’s 50% India tariff, $100,000 H1-B visa fee blow

At least 30 people, including women and children have reportedly been killed in an air strike by Pakistan Air Force in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region. Around 2 am, JF-17 fighter jets &nbsp;dropped &nbsp;at least 8 LS-6 bombs on one of the villages located in the Tirah Valley.&nbsp;In a video statement, Iqbal Afridi, Member of the National Assembly (MNA) from the district, claims the Pakistani Air Force carried out strikes on the Matre Dara village, resulting in civilian deaths. However, there has been no official statement by the provincial or the federal government on the air strike so far.&nbsp;Why did the Pakistan Air Force conduct an airstrike in Khyber Valley?&nbsp;There have also been reports of injuries to several people, as claimed by the local media.&nbsp;Disturbing pictures and videos of the incident have emerged on social media in which one can see bodies, including those of children, lying around.&nbsp;The strike was reportedly carried out by Pakistan after it got intelligence on the presence of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants in the area.&nbsp;"Demand immediate inquiry"&nbsp;&nbsp;The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan, which is an independent body has demanded an "immediate and impartial inquiry into the incident".&nbsp;&nbsp;"HRCP is deeply shocked to learn that a number of civilians, including children, have been killed, allegedly as a result of aerial bombing in Tirah, Khyber district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. We demand that the authorities carry out an immediate and impartial inquiry into the incident and hold to account those responsible. The state is constitutionally bound to protect all civilians' right to life, which it has repeatedly failed to secure," said the human rights body.&nbsp;Earlier attack on militants by Pak military&nbsp;In July, the Pakistani army had said it killed 30 militants attempting to cross the border from Afghanistan. The militants belonged to the Pakistan Taliban or its affiliated groups, the military said in a statement.&nbsp;The measure was taken in the border district of North Waziristan, where 16 Pakistani soldiers were killed in a suicide attack claimed by a faction of the Pakistan Taliban.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Around 2 am, JF-17 fighter jets dropped at least 8 LS-6 bombs on one of the villages located in the Tirah Valley.

At least 30 people, including women and children have reportedly been killed in an air strike by Pakistan Air Force in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region. Around 2 am, JF-17 fighter jets dropped at least 8 LS-6 bombs on one of the villages located in the Tirah Valley. In a video statement, Iqbal Afridi, Member of the National Assembly (MNA) from the district, claims the Pakistani Air Force carried out strikes on the Matre Dara village, resulting in civilian deaths. However, there has been no official statement by the provincial or the federal government on the air strike so far. Why did the Pakistan Air Force conduct an airstrike in Khyber Valley? There have also been reports of injuries to several people, as claimed by the local media. Disturbing pictures and videos of the incident have emerged on social media in which one can see bodies, including those of children, lying around. The strike was reportedly carried out by Pakistan after it got intelligence on the presence of Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) militants in the area. "Demand immediate inquiry" The Human Rights Commission of Pakistan, which is an independent body has demanded an "immediate and impartial inquiry into the incident". "HRCP is deeply shocked to learn that a number of civilians, including children, have been killed, allegedly as a result of aerial bombing in Tirah, Khyber district, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. We demand that the authorities carry out an immediate and impartial inquiry into the incident and hold to account those responsible. The state is constitutionally bound to protect all civilians' right to life, which it has repeatedly failed to secure," said the human rights body. Earlier attack on militants by Pak military In July, the Pakistani army had said it killed 30 militants attempting to cross the border from Afghanistan. The militants belonged to the Pakistan Taliban or its affiliated groups, the military said in a statement. The measure was taken in the border district of North Waziristan, where 16 Pakistani soldiers were killed in a suicide attack claimed by a faction of the Pakistan Taliban.

Around 2 am, JF-17 fighter jets dropped at least 8 LS-6 bombs on one of the villages located in the Tirah Valley.

Pakistan bombards its own village, killing at least 30 including women and children in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region

The Trump administration has acted on its threat to target high-skill visas as part of recent punishments of India in the ongoing trade war, with a decision to impose a staggering $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications. While it disproportionately hits Indian professionals, who constitute over 70 per cent of H-1B visa holders, this unjustifiable hike would be a financial burden on both the Indian tech firms that pay for these visas, and roil the lives of thousands who went chasing the “American Dream”. But it's time to stop this exploitation, to turn this setback into a &nbsp;historic opportunity for Indian talent abroad to reclaim dignity, pride, and purpose by returning home. If Indians return in large numbers, it could usher in the dawn of a reverse brain drain era. Indian leaders have already made a clarion call, inviting Indians on H-1B visas to return and lead the next wave of innovation from India.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/from-america-strong-because-of-h1b-to-broken-program-musk-s-flip-flop-on-us-visa-program-resurfaces-on-x-1758452671777">From ‘America strong because of H1B’ to ‘broken program’: Musk’s flip-flop on US visas resurfaces</a><h2>H-1B visa fee hike: Turn this challenge into opportunity, say industry leaders and experts</h2>For decades, Indian IT professionals have powered the American tech ecosystem, often navigating uncertainty, cultural alienation, racism and an exploitative visa system. It is time to stop living in fear, &nbsp;but to embrace the chance to build world-class companies in India.Sridhar Vembu, founder of Zoho Corporation, is among tech leaders calling this a time to “not live in fear”. He encouraged Indian skilled professionals in the US to view the fee hike move as a chance to contribute to India’s growth without compromising dignity. Radhika Gupta, CEO of Edelweiss Asset Management, said that when one door closes abroad, it opens new pathways to meaningful work and pride in India’s booming economy.Dilip Kumar from Rainmatter said: “America just put a $100,000 price tag on the Indian dream. Never been a better time than now for Indian engineers to build at home… Come back home. Time to build for India and from India.”&nbsp;Returning home might be a reboot to a new life, one without uncertainty clouding one’s best work, and filled with dignity rather than outsider status.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-administration-s-100-000-h-1-b-visa-fee-what-it-means-and-what-it-doesn-t-explained-1758415588544">Trump administration’s $100,000 H-1 B visa fee: What it means and what it doesn’t</a><h2>H-1B visa fee hike: Assessing the economic impact amid industry shifts</h2>The fee hike is more than an individual hurdle, but it would impact entire industries. India’s IT sector, which clocked in some $250 billion in exports, is facing an added immigration cost estimated between $150 million and $550 million due to the fee increase. This financial strain is pushing companies to explore alternative visa strategies, like the L-1 visa (that applies to transfers), or to entirely rethink offshore talent deployment.Recent surveys revealed that nearly half of Indian H-1B holders are considering returning to India amid growing job market uncertainties and deportation fears in the US. The Indian government recognises the humanitarian consequences of the policy, including family disruptions, and is actively encouraging professionals to return and contribute to nation-building.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-afraid-of-our-talent-says-piyush-goyal-after-us-h-1b-visa-fee-hike-urges-indians-to-return-innovate-in-india-1758458036830">‘Afraid of our talent,’ says Piyush Goyal after US H-1B visa fee hike, urges Indians to return, innovate in India</a><h2>Indians on H1-B can help India's emergence as a global innovation hub</h2>Outsourcing of IT work was what once built India's robust tech industry. But today, India is far from the outsourcing hub it was decades ago. Amid Indian government initiatives like ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ (self-reliant India), robust digital infrastructure, and a youthful entrepreneurial spirit, cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Pune have become global tech hubs.Narayan Kulkarni, a digital transformation leader, called this moment a “Reverse Brain Drain”. He asked: “Is this the end of the Indian dream abroad—or the start of India’s greatest tech era at home?”&nbsp;The X handle, Crypto Fundamentalist, echoed this sentiment: “This isn’t 'brain drain'… it’s reverse… Time to build at home.”There is already hope that the influx of returning talent is projected to boost India’s startups, Artificial Intelligence labs, and technology ecosystems. Together, these could potentially generate $50 billion in economic gains by fueling local innovation, job creation, and wealth generation.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/nasscom-on-h1b-visa-fee-hike-us-will-feel-a-ripple-effect-1758368126063/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/nasscom-on-h1b-visa-fee-hike-us-will-feel-a-ripple-effect-1758368126063/embed</a><h2>Indians on H1-B visas should return: A call for dignity, pride and progress</h2>This moment is a collective call to action — not in anger but through purposeful choice. By returning, Indian professionals can turn a policy designed to exclude them into a catalyst for national empowerment.&nbsp;CA Hrishikesh Naik said that building in India is “the smarter move,” leveraging a maturing ecosystem over costly and uncertain US pathways.Echoing this sentiment, marketing professional Tee said: “The US just made the Indian dream $100k more expensive… India is the smarter launchpad—cheaper, faster, and full of opportunity.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-do-not-live-in-fear-make-the-bold-move-zoho-founder-urges-indians-on-h1b-visas-to-return-home-1758464534936">‘Do not live in fear. Make the bold move’: Zoho founder urges Indians on H1B visas to return home</a><h2>Indians on H1-B visas, the time to return is NOW</h2>This is not to dismiss the disruptions in personal, professional and family lives of Indians who would be weighing their options. Many of them started families in the US, hoping to stay there and transition into permanent residents and citizens there. But the tide is shifting.&nbsp;Indians on H-1B visas, this is your moment to turn uncertainty into opportunity. The visa fee hike starkly revealed the limits of dependence on foreign systems and underscores the value of self-reliance. As Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi put it, the greatest enemy is our dependence on foreign countries.Returning to India is more than a relocation; it is a profound assertion of dignity, pride, and national commitment. It’s a chance to build companies that reflect Indian values, solve local and global problems, and lead the world’s next wave of innovation, from India, for the world.Come back home.&nbsp;Not as a retreat, but as a march forward toward making India greater than ever before. &nbsp;

The $100,000 H-1B visa fee hike by the US is a pivotal moment for Indian skilled professionals. The choice is between staying in US under humiliation, or return home with pride, fueling India’s innovation, startups, and economy through a historic reverse brain drain.



The Trump administration has acted on its threat to target high-skill visas as part of recent punishments of India in the ongoing trade war, with a decision to impose a staggering $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications. While it disproportionately hits Indian professionals, who constitute over 70 per cent of H-1B visa holders, this unjustifiable hike would be a financial burden on both the Indian tech firms that pay for these visas, and roil the lives of thousands who went chasing the “American Dream”. But it's time to stop this exploitation, to turn this setback into a historic opportunity for Indian talent abroad to reclaim dignity, pride, and purpose by returning home. If Indians return in large numbers, it could usher in the dawn of a reverse brain drain era. Indian leaders have already made a clarion call, inviting Indians on H-1B visas to return and lead the next wave of innovation from India. Also read: From ‘America strong because of H1B’ to ‘broken program’: Musk’s flip-flop on US visas resurfaces H-1B visa fee hike: Turn this challenge into opportunity, say industry leaders and experts For decades, Indian IT professionals have powered the American tech ecosystem, often navigating uncertainty, cultural alienation, racism and an exploitative visa system. It is time to stop living in fear, but to embrace the chance to build world-class companies in India. Sridhar Vembu, founder of Zoho Corporation, is among tech leaders calling this a time to “not live in fear”. He encouraged Indian skilled professionals in the US to view the fee hike move as a chance to contribute to India’s growth without compromising dignity. Radhika Gupta, CEO of Edelweiss Asset Management, said that when one door closes abroad, it opens new pathways to meaningful work and pride in India’s booming economy. Dilip Kumar from Rainmatter said: “America just put a $100,000 price tag on the Indian dream. Never been a better time than now for Indian engineers to build at home… Come back home. Time to build for India and from India.” Returning home might be a reboot to a new life, one without uncertainty clouding one’s best work, and filled with dignity rather than outsider status. Also read: Trump administration’s $100,000 H-1 B visa fee: What it means and what it doesn’t H-1B visa fee hike: Assessing the economic impact amid industry shifts The fee hike is more than an individual hurdle, but it would impact entire industries. India’s IT sector, which clocked in some $250 billion in exports, is facing an added immigration cost estimated between $150 million and $550 million due to the fee increase. This financial strain is pushing companies to explore alternative visa strategies, like the L-1 visa (that applies to transfers), or to entirely rethink offshore talent deployment. Recent surveys revealed that nearly half of Indian H-1B holders are considering returning to India amid growing job market uncertainties and deportation fears in the US. The Indian government recognises the humanitarian consequences of the policy, including family disruptions, and is actively encouraging professionals to return and contribute to nation-building. Also read: ‘Afraid of our talent,’ says Piyush Goyal after US H-1B visa fee hike, urges Indians to return, innovate in India Indians on H1-B can help India's emergence as a global innovation hub Outsourcing of IT work was what once built India's robust tech industry. But today, India is far from the outsourcing hub it was decades ago. Amid Indian government initiatives like ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ (self-reliant India), robust digital infrastructure, and a youthful entrepreneurial spirit, cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Pune have become global tech hubs. Narayan Kulkarni, a digital transformation leader, called this moment a “Reverse Brain Drain”. He asked: “Is this the end of the Indian dream abroad—or the start of India’s greatest tech era at home?” The X handle, Crypto Fundamentalist, echoed this sentiment: “This isn’t 'brain drain'… it’s reverse… Time to build at home.” There is already hope that the influx of returning talent is projected to boost India’s startups, Artificial Intelligence labs, and technology ecosystems. Together, these could potentially generate $50 billion in economic gains by fueling local innovation, job creation, and wealth generation. https://www.wionews.com/videos/nasscom-on-h1b-visa-fee-hike-us-will-feel-a-ripple-effect-1758368126063/embed Indians on H1-B visas should return: A call for dignity, pride and progress This moment is a collective call to action — not in anger but through purposeful choice. By returning, Indian professionals can turn a policy designed to exclude them into a catalyst for national empowerment. CA Hrishikesh Naik said that building in India is “the smarter move,” leveraging a maturing ecosystem over costly and uncertain US pathways. Echoing this sentiment, marketing professional Tee said: “The US just made the Indian dream $100k more expensive… India is the smarter launchpad—cheaper, faster, and full of opportunity.” Also read: ‘Do not live in fear. Make the bold move’: Zoho founder urges Indians on H1B visas to return home Indians on H1-B visas, the time to return is NOW This is not to dismiss the disruptions in personal, professional and family lives of Indians who would be weighing their options. Many of them started families in the US, hoping to stay there and transition into permanent residents and citizens there. But the tide is shifting. Indians on H-1B visas, this is your moment to turn uncertainty into opportunity. The visa fee hike starkly revealed the limits of dependence on foreign systems and underscores the value of self-reliance. As Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi put it, the greatest enemy is our dependence on foreign countries. Returning to India is more than a relocation; it is a profound assertion of dignity, pride, and national commitment. It’s a chance to build companies that reflect Indian values, solve local and global problems, and lead the world’s next wave of innovation, from India, for the world. Come back home. Not as a retreat, but as a march forward toward making India greater than ever before.

The $100,000 H-1B visa fee hike by the US is a pivotal moment for Indian skilled professionals. The choice is between staying in US under humiliation, or return home with pride, fueling India’s innovation, startups, and economy through a historic reverse brain drain.&nbsp;

Indians on H-1B visas, COME BACK HOME, as a mark of protest, and a matter of pride. Time to Make India Greater

At what was meant to be a solemn memorial for conservative activist Charlie Kirk, President Donald Trump turned heads with a controversial and blunt confession that he hates his opponents. The remark is not striking or anything out of the ordinary for Trump, who has long thrived on turning opponents into enemies and fuelling his base through division. At the memorial, as per videos that are now going viral, the comment brought the Arizona crowd to its feet in laughter and applause. However, it was in stark contrast to the softer message delivered by Kirk’s widow, Erika, who last week was elevated to lead Turning Point USA.&nbsp;Unlike Trump, Erika Kirk struck a tone of forgiveness. Speaking through tears, she told the crowd she forgave the young man accused of killing her husband. “That young man. I forgive him...The answer to hate is not hate. The answer we know from the gospel is love and always love. Love for our enemies and love for those who persecute us,” she said.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/charlie-kirk-s-widow-forgives-killer-as-trump-hails-him-as-giant-of-his-generation-at-massive-memorial-live-erika-kirk-1758502923210">Charlie Kirk's widow 'forgives' killer as Trump hails him as ‘giant of his generation’ at massive memorial</a><h2>Trump ‘hates’ his enemies</h2>Speaking at the memorial, the US president noted that Charlie Kirk “was a missionary with a noble spirit and a great, great purpose. He did not hate his opponents. He wanted the best for them,” Trump said. Then came the sharp pivot. “That’s where I disagreed with Charlie. I hate my opponent, and I don’t want the best for them. I’m sorry.”Watch what he said here:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Trump: He did not hate his opponents. He wanted the best for them. That&#39;s where I disagreed with Charlie. I hate my opponent and I don&#39;t want the best for them. I&#39;m sorry <a href="https://t.co/GUiW7NBb0y">pic.twitter.com/GUiW7NBb0y</a>&mdash; Acyn (@Acyn) <a href="https://twitter.com/Acyn/status/1969897421523357977?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Trump’s homage to Kirk: A pat on his own back or praise for the slain influencer?</h2>During his lengthy speech at the memorial service, Trump called Kirk the “greatest evangelist for American liberty,” but soon veered off course, slamming the left and praising himself.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/-elect-a-rapist-expect-to-get-fu-ed-britons-troll-trump-as-windsor-castle-lights-up-with-epstein-images-1758075915188">'Elect a rapist, expect to get fu**ed': Britons troll 'dick-tator' Trump, light up Windsor Castle with Epstein images</a>Patting himself on the back for his tariffs, Trump claimed that they were “making us rich again, richer than anybody ever thought was possible”. He also launched into a self-praise monologue over the decision to send the National Guard to the US capital, Washington, DC. “What a difference good management makes. I’m so proud of that,” he said while mentioning that Chicago was next on the list to get “straightened out”.<h2>Trump goes off-course: Biden gets a mention</h2>During his rambling speech in an ironic moment, Trump commented on Biden’s speeches and said, “When Joe Biden used to get up, remember the speeches? ‘We will stop MAGA.’ You know, he could barely get the words out”.Slamming the left, which he earlier blamed for Kirk’s death Trump added, “No side in American politics has a monopoly on disturbed or misguided people, but there’s one part of our political community which believes they have a monopoly on truth, goodness and virtue,” adding that the Kirk assassination was “the eventual consequence of that kind of thinking.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

At the memorial service for conservative activist Charlie Kirk, President Donald Trump delivered a controversial and divisive speech that contrasted sharply with the message of forgiveness given by Kirk's widow, Erika. Here's what he said.

At what was meant to be a solemn memorial for conservative activist Charlie Kirk, President Donald Trump turned heads with a controversial and blunt confession that he hates his opponents. The remark is not striking or anything out of the ordinary for Trump, who has long thrived on turning opponents into enemies and fuelling his base through division. At the memorial, as per videos that are now going viral, the comment brought the Arizona crowd to its feet in laughter and applause. However, it was in stark contrast to the softer message delivered by Kirk’s widow, Erika, who last week was elevated to lead Turning Point USA. Unlike Trump, Erika Kirk struck a tone of forgiveness. Speaking through tears, she told the crowd she forgave the young man accused of killing her husband. “That young man. I forgive him...The answer to hate is not hate. The answer we know from the gospel is love and always love. Love for our enemies and love for those who persecute us,” she said. Also read | Charlie Kirk's widow 'forgives' killer as Trump hails him as ‘giant of his generation’ at massive memorial Trump ‘hates’ his enemies Speaking at the memorial, the US president noted that Charlie Kirk “was a missionary with a noble spirit and a great, great purpose. He did not hate his opponents. He wanted the best for them,” Trump said. Then came the sharp pivot. “That’s where I disagreed with Charlie. I hate my opponent, and I don’t want the best for them. I’m sorry.” Watch what he said here:

At the memorial service for conservative activist Charlie Kirk, President Donald Trump delivered a controversial and divisive speech that contrasted sharply with the message of forgiveness given by Kirk's widow, Erika. Here's what he said.

Trump shocks crowd at Charlie Kirk’s memorial, says ‘I hate my opponents’ even as slain influencer’s widow preaches love. Watch!

There is widespread outrage in Egypt after it was revealed that a rare, 3,000-year-old golden bracelet of an ancient Pharo was stolen from Cairo’s famed Egyptian Museum and then melted down for gold. The announcement was made by Tourism and Antiquities Minister Sherif Fathy on Saturday (Sep 22).&nbsp;In the televised comment, Fathy said the bracelet was stolen on Sep 9 from a safe at the Cairo museum, while officials were preparing artifacts for an exhibit in Italy.&nbsp;The bracelet, after being stolen by a restoration specialist was sold to a gold jeweller for $3,735 (£2,750), who then sold it for $4,025 to a gold foundry worker, who later melted it down, said the ministry in its statement.&nbsp;A CCTV camera video showing a shop owner receiving the bracelet, weighing it, and then giving money to on of the suspects, was also released by the ministry.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/lorry-driver-distracted-by-porn-crashes-into-car-kills-father-of-two-1758452112196">Lorry driver 'distracted by porn' crashes into car, kills father of two</a>&nbsp;Four people have been arrested in the matter and confessed to their crimes. The money that was earned out of stealing the bracelet has also been seized. Legal action will be initiated against the accused, said officials.&nbsp;The bracelet dates back to the reign of King Amenemope, a pharaoh who ruled Egypt around 1,000BC.&nbsp;Immediately after the artefact went missing from the museum, an image of the bracelet adorned with spherical lapis lazuli beads was circulated to all Egyptian airports, seaports and land border crossings to stop it from being smuggled out of the country.&nbsp;The Museum in Cairo is the oldest archaeological museum in the Middle East. Over 170,000 artefacts, including Amenemope's gilded wooden funerary mask are kept in the museum.&nbsp;

The Museum in Cairo is the oldest archaeological museum in the Middle East. Over 170,000 artefacts, including Amenemopes gilded wooden funerary mask are kept in the museum.

There is widespread outrage in Egypt after it was revealed that a rare, 3,000-year-old golden bracelet of an ancient Pharo was stolen from Cairo’s famed Egyptian Museum and then melted down for gold. The announcement was made by Tourism and Antiquities Minister Sherif Fathy on Saturday (Sep 22). In the televised comment, Fathy said the bracelet was stolen on Sep 9 from a safe at the Cairo museum, while officials were preparing artifacts for an exhibit in Italy. The bracelet, after being stolen by a restoration specialist was sold to a gold jeweller for $3,735 (£2,750), who then sold it for $4,025 to a gold foundry worker, who later melted it down, said the ministry in its statement. A CCTV camera video showing a shop owner receiving the bracelet, weighing it, and then giving money to on of the suspects, was also released by the ministry. Also Read: Lorry driver 'distracted by porn' crashes into car, kills father of two Four people have been arrested in the matter and confessed to their crimes. The money that was earned out of stealing the bracelet has also been seized. Legal action will be initiated against the accused, said officials. The bracelet dates back to the reign of King Amenemope, a pharaoh who ruled Egypt around 1,000BC. Immediately after the artefact went missing from the museum, an image of the bracelet adorned with spherical lapis lazuli beads was circulated to all Egyptian airports, seaports and land border crossings to stop it from being smuggled out of the country. The Museum in Cairo is the oldest archaeological museum in the Middle East. Over 170,000 artefacts, including Amenemope's gilded wooden funerary mask are kept in the museum.

The Museum in Cairo is the oldest archaeological museum in the Middle East. Over 170,000 artefacts, including Amenemope's gilded wooden funerary mask are kept in the museum.

3,000-year-old bracelet of Egyptian Pharo stolen and melted down for gold leads to widespread anger

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said if the US accepts reality, then there will be no reason to avoid dialogue. As Washington has been insisting that the former give up on nuclear weapons. North Korean state news agency KCNA reported on Monday (September 22). In his speech at the Supreme People's Assembly, Kim reminisced on his fond memories of US President Donald Trump. During Trump’s first presidency, the two leaders had had three engagements.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/north-korea-s-kim-jong-un-oversees-icbm-engine-test-1757418634819/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/north-korea-s-kim-jong-un-oversees-icbm-engine-test-1757418634819/embed</a>&nbsp; "If the United States drops the absurd obsession with denuclearising us and accepts reality, and wants genuine peaceful coexistence, there is no reason for us not to sit down with the United States," KCNA quoted Kim. &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/north-korea-kim-jong-un-s-new-and-bizarre-ruling-is-here-don-t-use-words-like-hamburgers-ice-cream-details-inside-1758020032934">North Korea: Kim Jong Un’s new and bizarre ruling is here. DON’T use words like 'Hamburgers', 'Ice-Cream'. Details inside</a>&nbsp;He was clear that nuclear weapons in his country were a matter of survival. He elaborated that it was to safeguard the country and secure it at a time when the US and South Korea could pose threats. Kim also showed scepticism towards the friendly advances by the two countries; he called it insincere, as he said their intent is to weaken his country and destroy his regime. He stated these reasons for rejecting dialogues. South Korea's proposal on ending the North's nuclear programme is what Kim mentioned as proof of the fact. &nbsp;

Speaking at the Supreme People's Assembly, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said he has fond memories of US President Donald Turmp.

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said if the US accepts reality, then there will be no reason to avoid dialogue. As Washington has been insisting that the former give up on nuclear weapons. North Korean state news agency KCNA reported on Monday (September 22). In his speech at the Supreme People's Assembly, Kim reminisced on his fond memories of US President Donald Trump. During Trump’s first presidency, the two leaders had had three engagements. https://www.wionews.com/videos/north-korea-s-kim-jong-un-oversees-icbm-engine-test-1757418634819/embed "If the United States drops the absurd obsession with denuclearising us and accepts reality, and wants genuine peaceful coexistence, there is no reason for us not to sit down with the United States," KCNA quoted Kim. Also read: North Korea: Kim Jong Un’s new and bizarre ruling is here. DON’T use words like 'Hamburgers', 'Ice-Cream'. Details inside He was clear that nuclear weapons in his country were a matter of survival. He elaborated that it was to safeguard the country and secure it at a time when the US and South Korea could pose threats. Kim also showed scepticism towards the friendly advances by the two countries; he called it insincere, as he said their intent is to weaken his country and destroy his regime. He stated these reasons for rejecting dialogues. South Korea's proposal on ending the North's nuclear programme is what Kim mentioned as proof of the fact.

Speaking at the Supreme People's Assembly, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said he has fond memories of US President Donald Turmp.

Kim Jong Un has fond memories of Trump but insists US stops 'obsessing over denuclearising' North Korea

The United States on Sunday (Sep 21) called the recognition of a Palestinian state by several of its key allies — including Britain, Australia, and Canada — "performative." This comes as, days earlier, US President Donald Trump, after talks with UK PM Keir Starmer, had called Palestinian recognition “one of our few disagreements.”<h2>What did the US say?</h2>Speaking to news agency AFP, a US State Department spokesperson, while addressing the recent recognition of a Palestinian state by Britain, Australia, Canada, and Portugal, said that America's "focus remains on serious diplomacy, not performative gestures."&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-to-recognise-palestine-today-despite-israel-slamming-move-as-rewarding-terrorism-was-the-move-delayed-by-trump-visit-1758428851590">UK to recognise Palestine today despite Israel slamming move as 'rewarding terrorism'. Was it delayed by Trump's visit?</a>"Our priorities are clear: the release of the hostages, the security of Israel, and peace and prosperity for the entire region that is only possible free from Hamas," said the State Department personnel while speaking on condition of anonymity.<h2>Palestinians hail move, Netanyahu says Palestinian state would never exist</h2>Meanwhile, Palestinians in war-ravaged Gaza hailed the move as a long overdue affirmation of their existence, even as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that a Palestinian state would never be allowed to emerge.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-forgotten-oct-7-uk-reform-leader-nigel-farage-slams-pm-keir-starmer-over-recognition-of-palestinian-state-1758478320253">Nigel Farage slams PM Keir Starmer over recognition of Palestinian state</a>“It will not happen. No Palestinian state will be established west of the Jordan River,” Netanyahu said in a televised address, denouncing the recognition push as “absurd” and a danger to Israel’s survival. He vowed instead to expand Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank, which Israel has controlled since 1967 in defiance of international law.While the UK and Canada are the first members of the G7 to take the step, three-quarters of UN member states already recognise Palestine. At least 145 of the 193 member countries have done so, according to an AFP tally. &nbsp;

The United States has dismissed the recognition of a Palestinian state by its allies, including Britain, Australia, and Canada, as "performative gestures." 

The United States on Sunday (Sep 21) called the recognition of a Palestinian state by several of its key allies — including Britain, Australia, and Canada — "performative." This comes as, days earlier, US President Donald Trump, after talks with UK PM Keir Starmer, had called Palestinian recognition “one of our few disagreements.” What did the US say? Speaking to news agency AFP, a US State Department spokesperson, while addressing the recent recognition of a Palestinian state by Britain, Australia, Canada, and Portugal, said that America's "focus remains on serious diplomacy, not performative gestures." Also read | UK to recognise Palestine today despite Israel slamming move as 'rewarding terrorism'. Was it delayed by Trump's visit? "Our priorities are clear: the release of the hostages, the security of Israel, and peace and prosperity for the entire region that is only possible free from Hamas," said the State Department personnel while speaking on condition of anonymity. Palestinians hail move, Netanyahu says Palestinian state would never exist Meanwhile, Palestinians in war-ravaged Gaza hailed the move as a long overdue affirmation of their existence, even as Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared that a Palestinian state would never be allowed to emerge. Also read | Nigel Farage slams PM Keir Starmer over recognition of Palestinian state “It will not happen. No Palestinian state will be established west of the Jordan River,” Netanyahu said in a televised address, denouncing the recognition push as “absurd” and a danger to Israel’s survival. He vowed instead to expand Jewish settlements in the occupied West Bank, which Israel has controlled since 1967 in defiance of international law. While the UK and Canada are the first members of the G7 to take the step, three-quarters of UN member states already recognise Palestine. At least 145 of the 193 member countries have done so, according to an AFP tally.

The United States has dismissed the recognition of a Palestinian state by its allies, including Britain, Australia, and Canada, as "performative gestures."

US State Department labels recognition of Palestinian state by UK and other allies 'performative': Report

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Sep 21) called slain right-wing activist Charlie Kirk "a giant of his generation," at a stadium-sized memorial service that mixed Christian rhetoric, fiery politics, and tributes to a man many speakers described as a "martyr". Kirk, 31, was shot dead on September 10 while speaking at a Utah university event. Authorities arrested 22-year-old Tyler Robinson after a 33-hour manhunt and have charged him with murder, seeking the death penalty. Investigators say Robinson cited the "hatred" he believed Kirk stoked against transgender people, Muslims, and others.<h2>What did Trump say about Charlie Kirk?</h2>At the service, held in a 63,000-seat American football stadium, Trump praised Kirk as "above all a devoted husband, father, son, Christian and patriot," declaring he was "violently killed because he spoke for freedom and justice. For God and country. For reason and for common sense."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/charlie-kirk-s-memorial-speakers-pay-homage-hail-activist-as-a-martyr-in-the-true-christian-tradition-1758477826568">Charlie Kirk’s memorial: Speakers pay homage, hail activist as a ‘martyr in the true Christian tradition’</a>The crowd, numbering in the tens of thousands, had lined up hours before the gates opened. Security was tight, and the event drew comparisons in the US media to a state funeral. At the event, top members of Trump's administration, including Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, also joined him on stage.<h2>"Immortal" Charlie Kirk's widow "forgives" killer Tyler Robinson</h2>In one of the most emotional moments of the night, Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk, told the crowd: “That young man, I forgive him,” referring to her husband’s accused killer, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson. Her words drew thunderous applause.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/after-trump-blames-left-for-radicalising-charlie-kirk-killer-damning-study-on-how-domestic-terrorists-are-mostly-right-wing-vanishes-from-doj-website-1758086933683">DOJ quietly deletes study on how most domestic terrorists are right-wing after Trump blames left for Kirk's death</a>Meanwhile, senior Trump aide Stephen Miller stated, "You thought you could kill Charlie Kirk? You have made him immortal," while vowing to save this civilisation, to save the West."&nbsp;The memorial was hosted by Turning Point USA, the conservative youth organisation Kirk founded, now led by his widow.&nbsp;

At the massive memorial service held in a stadium, President Donald Trump eulogised slain right-wing activist Charlie Kirk as a "martyr" and a "giant of his generation."

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Sep 21) called slain right-wing activist Charlie Kirk "a giant of his generation," at a stadium-sized memorial service that mixed Christian rhetoric, fiery politics, and tributes to a man many speakers described as a "martyr". Kirk, 31, was shot dead on September 10 while speaking at a Utah university event. Authorities arrested 22-year-old Tyler Robinson after a 33-hour manhunt and have charged him with murder, seeking the death penalty. Investigators say Robinson cited the "hatred" he believed Kirk stoked against transgender people, Muslims, and others. What did Trump say about Charlie Kirk? At the service, held in a 63,000-seat American football stadium, Trump praised Kirk as "above all a devoted husband, father, son, Christian and patriot," declaring he was "violently killed because he spoke for freedom and justice. For God and country. For reason and for common sense." Also read | Charlie Kirk’s memorial: Speakers pay homage, hail activist as a ‘martyr in the true Christian tradition’ The crowd, numbering in the tens of thousands, had lined up hours before the gates opened. Security was tight, and the event drew comparisons in the US media to a state funeral. At the event, top members of Trump's administration, including Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth, also joined him on stage. "Immortal" Charlie Kirk's widow "forgives" killer Tyler Robinson In one of the most emotional moments of the night, Erika Kirk, the widow of Charlie Kirk, told the crowd: “That young man, I forgive him,” referring to her husband’s accused killer, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson. Her words drew thunderous applause. Also read | DOJ quietly deletes study on how most domestic terrorists are right-wing after Trump blames left for Kirk's death Meanwhile, senior Trump aide Stephen Miller stated, "You thought you could kill Charlie Kirk? You have made him immortal," while vowing to save this civilisation, to save the West." The memorial was hosted by Turning Point USA, the conservative youth organisation Kirk founded, now led by his widow.

At the massive memorial service held for slain right-wing activist Charlie Kirk, President Donald Trump eulogised him as a "martyr" and a "giant of his generation."

Charlie Kirk's widow 'forgives' killer as Trump hails him as ‘giant of his generation’ at massive memorial

The memorial service for slain Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was high on emotions from the start, as every mention of his widow, Erika Kirk, who has been named CEO of Turning Point USA, drew a big response from the crowd at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, a suburb of Phoenix. Speakers hailed Charlie and recalled their experiences and the ways in which he transformed their lives. The crowd erupted in chants of "USA! USA!" when President Donald Trump arrived at the State Farm Stadium.&nbsp;Conservative political commentator Benny Johnson, paying his homage, said Charlie Kirk was a martyr whose influence will live on. “You cut down a martyr, his power grows,” Johnson said.Johnson said he was “a degenerate loser” who was addicted to alcohol when he met Kirk. “I had nothing going for me,” he said, adding, “After 10 years working with Charlie Kirk… I have become a Christ-centered man.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">The crowd erupts in chants of &quot;USA! USA!&quot; as President Donald J. Trump arrives to celebrate the life and legacy of Charlie Kirk 🇺🇸 <a href="https://t.co/cRktgTGhrf">pic.twitter.com/cRktgTGhrf</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1969854480502956491?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;<h2>‘Charlie was never afraid, he knew his life was secure in the hand of God’</h2>&nbsp;Rob McCoy, the pastor emeritus of Godspeak Calvary Chapel in California, who said Charlie Kirk considered him his pastor, remembered the conservative activist as a devoted Christian.“Charlie was never afraid, because he knew his life was secure in the hand of God,” McCoy, an evangelical pastor and vocal supporter of President Donald Trump, said.&nbsp;Pastor Rob McCoy was the first speaker to take the stage and opened Kirk’s memorial service with an altar call, asking people to stand if they want to receive Jesus as their Lord and Saviour.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">State Farm Arena erupts when they show President Trump on the Jumbotron. Chants of “USA” break out. <a href="https://t.co/di95atxrL2">pic.twitter.com/di95atxrL2</a>&mdash; Daniel Baldwin (@baldwin_daniel_) <a href="https://twitter.com/baldwin_daniel_/status/1969854242723873088?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;&nbsp;Mikey McCoy, Kirk’s former chief of staff, drew one of the largest cheers from the crowd with a quote from the Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard.“The tyrant dies and his rule is over; the martyr dies and his rule begins,” he said, to loud cheers from the stadium.&nbsp;Dr. Larry Arnn, president of Hillsdale College, a conservative Christian school in Michigan, announced that they will award an honorary degree to Charlie and Erika Kirk.“Charlie lives on. The assassin will die,” Arnn said, adding that Kirk can’t be replaced.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Tens of thousands of Patriots break out in applause as the camera pans to a banner remembering Charlie Kirk — then rise to their feet, holding their signs high, in a remarkably moving tribute in his honor. What a legacy. ❤️ <a href="https://t.co/h5T609G6af">pic.twitter.com/h5T609G6af</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1969821762709012960?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;<h2>‘Charlie galvanized young voters, made the winning difference’</h2>White House chief of staff Susie Wiles said that she was “blessed” to work with Charlie Kirk over the last few years and praised him for building “the most powerful youth movement in our time.”Wiles, who served as a campaign manager for Donald Trump’s successful presidential 2024 bid, also praised Kirk for galvanizing young voters in the last election, calling them “Charlie’s army.”“They out-hustled and outperformed everyone else. Charlie just didn’t help; he made the winning difference,” said Wiles.Billionaire Elon Musk, the former top adviser to Trump, was also among those in attendance for Kirk’s memorial service.<h2>Podcast producer says continuing the show ‘excruciating’</h2>&nbsp;Andrew Kolvet, the executive producer of Kirk’s podcast, ‘The Charlie Kirk Show’, said it was “excruciating” to continue recording the show in the week after Kirk’s death and said his staff “heroically” carried on.Kolvet remembered Kirk as a hard worker, telling the audience that the conservative activist read every single email he received from fans and often debated his audience.&nbsp;Earlier, tens of thousands of people began to arrive at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, for the memorial service for Charlie Kirk, even before sunrise. They came wearing red ties, flag prints, and MAGA merchandise, from as far away as Idaho, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Mississippi.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Tens of thousands of people began to arrive at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, for the memorial service for Charlie Kirk, even before sunrise. They came wearing red ties, flag prints, and MAGA merchandise, from as far away as Idaho, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Mississippi.

The memorial service for slain Conservative activist Charlie Kirk was high on emotions from the start, as every mention of his widow, Erika Kirk, who has been named CEO of Turning Point USA, drew a big response from the crowd at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, a suburb of Phoenix. Speakers hailed Charlie and recalled their experiences and the ways in which he transformed their lives. The crowd erupted in chants of "USA! USA!" when President Donald Trump arrived at the State Farm Stadium. Conservative political commentator Benny Johnson, paying his homage, said Charlie Kirk was a martyr whose influence will live on. “You cut down a martyr, his power grows,” Johnson said. Johnson said he was “a degenerate loser” who was addicted to alcohol when he met Kirk. “I had nothing going for me,” he said, adding, “After 10 years working with Charlie Kirk… I have become a Christ-centered man.”

Tens of thousands of people began to arrive at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, for the memorial service for Charlie Kirk, even before sunrise. They came wearing red ties, flag prints, and MAGA merchandise, from as far away as Idaho, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Mississippi.

Charlie Kirk’s memorial: Speakers pay homage, hail activist as a ‘martyr in the true Christian tradition’

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage responded on UK PM Keir Starmer's decision to recognise Palestinian state. He said that he does not support the UK recognising a Palestinian state at present. He argued that as long as Hamas exists, such a move would be wrong and would amount to rewarding terrorism. Farage said people should not forget the events of October 7. While he acknowledged that in the long term a two-state solution with mutual recognition could be acceptable, he maintained that now is not the right time.&nbsp;British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Sunday (Sep 21) that United Kingdom has formally recognised the State of Palestine. Additionally, Canada became the first G7 nation to officially recognise the State of Palestine, citing decades of support for a two-state solution. Soon after, Australia also announced that it is recognising the State of Palestine.&nbsp;UK is also reportedly planning to announce new sanctions on Hamas. In July, Starmer said that the UK would recognise Palestinian statehood if Israel failed to take "substantive steps" towards a ceasefire with Hamas before the UN General Assembly convened in September.&nbsp;Israel's reaction&nbsp;&nbsp;Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on said that there would be no Palestinian state in a statement addressed to Western leaders, rejecting the “one-sided” recognition. He further vowed to expand Jewish settlements in the West Bank.&nbsp;Netanyahu also said that leaders recognising a Palestinian state after the October 7 attacks were effectively granting a reward to terrorism. He insisted that no Palestinian state would be established west of the Jordan River. Netanyahu added that he had blocked the creation of such a state for years, despite facing heavy pressure both within Israel and from the international community.&nbsp;Israeli President Isaac Herzog said that the recognition of Palestine state by Western countries was detrimental to those seeking peace between Israelis and Palestinians.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Nigel Farage criticised UK PM Keir Starmer’s decision to recognise Palestine, saying it is wrong while Hamas exists and would reward terrorism. He urged people not to forget October 7 but admitted a two-state solution could work long term, though now is not the right time.

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage responded on UK PM Keir Starmer's decision to recognise Palestinian state. He said that he does not support the UK recognising a Palestinian state at present. He argued that as long as Hamas exists, such a move would be wrong and would amount to rewarding terrorism. Farage said people should not forget the events of October 7. While he acknowledged that in the long term a two-state solution with mutual recognition could be acceptable, he maintained that now is not the right time. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Sunday (Sep 21) that United Kingdom has formally recognised the State of Palestine. Additionally, Canada became the first G7 nation to officially recognise the State of Palestine, citing decades of support for a two-state solution. Soon after, Australia also announced that it is recognising the State of Palestine. UK is also reportedly planning to announce new sanctions on Hamas. In July, Starmer said that the UK would recognise Palestinian statehood if Israel failed to take "substantive steps" towards a ceasefire with Hamas before the UN General Assembly convened in September. Israel's reaction Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on said that there would be no Palestinian state in a statement addressed to Western leaders, rejecting the “one-sided” recognition. He further vowed to expand Jewish settlements in the West Bank. Netanyahu also said that leaders recognising a Palestinian state after the October 7 attacks were effectively granting a reward to terrorism. He insisted that no Palestinian state would be established west of the Jordan River. Netanyahu added that he had blocked the creation of such a state for years, despite facing heavy pressure both within Israel and from the international community. Israeli President Isaac Herzog said that the recognition of Palestine state by Western countries was detrimental to those seeking peace between Israelis and Palestinians.

Nigel Farage criticised UK PM Keir Starmer’s decision to recognise Palestine, saying it is wrong while Hamas exists and would reward terrorism. He urged people not to forget October 7 but admitted a two-state solution could work long term, though now is not the right time.

'Forgotten Oct 7...': UK Reform leader Nigel Farage slams PM Keir Starmer over recognition of Palestinian state

Nepal’s interim government, led by Sushila Karki, on Sunday set up a three-member probe committee headed by a former Supreme Court judge to investigate the ‘Gen Z’ protests in which 72 people were killed and led to the toppling of the K P Sharma Oli government. Former justice Gauri Bahadur Karki, former additional inspector general of police Bigyan Ran Sharma and legal expert Bishweshwor Prasad Bhandari are members of the committee, Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal told reporters at Singhdurbar Secretariat. The probe committee will have to submit its report to the government within three months, he added.&nbsp;The formation of a high-level probe commission to investigate the killing of protesters on September 8 and 9 was a key demand of Gen Z.The Gen Z group on Saturday demanded the arrest of former PM Oli and ex-home minister Ramesh Lekhak over their alleged role in a shootout that killed 19 people during the anti-government protests on September 8.At least 72 people, including three policemen, were among the dead during the violent protests against alleged corruption and a ban on social media.&nbsp;<h2>Five new ministers appointed in interim govt</h2>&nbsp;Nepal’s interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki on Sunday extended her cabinet strength to nine after President Ramchandra Paudel, acting on her recommendation, appointed Anil Kumar Sinha, Mahavir Pun, Sangita Kaushal Mishra, Jagadish Kharel and Madan Pariyar as the new ministers. These ministers will take oath at the Rashtrapati Bhawan on Monday.Sinha will be given the portfolio of Industry and Commerce; Pun will be given Education, Science and Technology; Mishra will be getting Health &amp; Population; Kharel will be the minister for Information and Communication, while Pariyar the minister for Agriculture, sources said.Karki, 73, became prime minister on September 12, ending days of political uncertainty after the ouster of PM K P Sharma Oli.Karki will run the interim government till the next general election scheduled to be held on March 5.&nbsp;WATCH: Russia Vs NATO: Trump Vows To Defend Poland, Baltic States If Russia Escalates<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-vs-nato-trump-vows-to-defend-poland-baltic-states-if-russia-escalates-1758474466488/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-vs-nato-trump-vows-to-defend-poland-baltic-states-if-russia-escalates-1758474466488/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

The Gen Z group demanded the arrest of former PM Oli and ex-home minister Ramesh Lekhak over their alleged role in a shootout that killed 19 people during the anti-government protests on September 8. At least 72 people, including three policemen, died during the violent protests.

Nepal’s interim government, led by Sushila Karki, on Sunday set up a three-member probe committee headed by a former Supreme Court judge to investigate the ‘Gen Z’ protests in which 72 people were killed and led to the toppling of the K P Sharma Oli government. Former justice Gauri Bahadur Karki, former additional inspector general of police Bigyan Ran Sharma and legal expert Bishweshwor Prasad Bhandari are members of the committee, Home Minister Om Prakash Aryal told reporters at Singhdurbar Secretariat. The probe committee will have to submit its report to the government within three months, he added. The formation of a high-level probe commission to investigate the killing of protesters on September 8 and 9 was a key demand of Gen Z. The Gen Z group on Saturday demanded the arrest of former PM Oli and ex-home minister Ramesh Lekhak over their alleged role in a shootout that killed 19 people during the anti-government protests on September 8. At least 72 people, including three policemen, were among the dead during the violent protests against alleged corruption and a ban on social media. Five new ministers appointed in interim govt Nepal’s interim Prime Minister Sushila Karki on Sunday extended her cabinet strength to nine after President Ramchandra Paudel, acting on her recommendation, appointed Anil Kumar Sinha, Mahavir Pun, Sangita Kaushal Mishra, Jagadish Kharel and Madan Pariyar as the new ministers. These ministers will take oath at the Rashtrapati Bhawan on Monday. Sinha will be given the portfolio of Industry and Commerce; Pun will be given Education, Science and Technology; Mishra will be getting Health & Population; Kharel will be the minister for Information and Communication, while Pariyar the minister for Agriculture, sources said. Karki, 73, became prime minister on September 12, ending days of political uncertainty after the ouster of PM K P Sharma Oli. Karki will run the interim government till the next general election scheduled to be held on March 5. WATCH: Russia Vs NATO: Trump Vows To Defend Poland, Baltic States If Russia Escalates https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-vs-nato-trump-vows-to-defend-poland-baltic-states-if-russia-escalates-1758474466488/embed

The Gen Z group demanded the arrest of former PM Oli and ex-home minister Ramesh Lekhak over their alleged role in a shootout that killed 19 people during the anti-government protests on September 8. At least 72 people, including three policemen, died during the violent protests.

Nepal’s interim govt sets up panel to probe 72 deaths during ‘Gen Z’ protests

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (Sep 21) said that there would be no Palestinian state in a statement addressed to Western leaders, rejecting the “one-sided” recognition. He further vowed to expand Jewish settlements in the West Bank. This comes hours after the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia formally recognised the State of Palestine, citing long support for a two-state solution.“I have a clear message for those leaders who recognise a Palestinian state after the horrific massacre on October 7: you are granting a huge reward to terror,” he said. “And I have another message for you: it will not happen. No Palestinian state will be established west of the Jordan River.”He further added, “For years, I have prevented the creation of this terror state despite enormous pressure both domestically and internationally.”“We have done so with determination and political wisdom. Moreover, we have doubled Jewish settlements in Judea and Samaria and we will continue on this path,” Netanyahu said, using the Biblical name for the West Bank.<h2>‘Sad day for those who seek true peace’</h2>Israeli President Isaac Herzog said that the recognition of Palestine state by Western countries was detrimental to those seeking peace between Israelis and Palestinians.In a post on X, he said, “After the atrocities of October 7, while Hamas continues its campaign of terror, and while it continues to cruelly hold 48 hostages in the tunnels and dungeons of Gaza, the recognition of a Palestinian state by some nations today is, not surprisingly, cheered by Hamas.”He added, “It will not help one Palestinian, it won’t help free one hostage, and it will not help us reach any settlement between Israelis and Palestinians. It will only embolden the forces of darkness. This is a sad day for those who seek true peace.”<h2>‘Declaration does not promote peace’</h2>Calling it a “one-sided” recognition of a Palestinian state by the Western nations, Israel’s foreign ministry warned that the move could further destabilise the region.“Israel categorically rejects the one-sided declaration of the recognition of a Palestinian state made by the United Kingdom and some other countries,” the ministry said in a statement. “This declaration does not promote peace, but on the contrary further destabilises the region and undermines the chances of achieving a peaceful solution in the future.”It further added, “Instead, if the countries that signed this declaration truly wish to stabilise the region, they should focus on pressuring Hamas to release the hostages and to disarm immediately. The declaration not only rewards the biggest massacre of Jews since the Holocaust by a terror organisation that is calling and acting for the annihilation of Israel, but also solidifies the support Hamas enjoys.”“This move goes against all logic of negotiation and reaching a compromise between two sides, and it will push the desired peace further away,” the ministry said. “In any case, Israel will not accept any detached and imaginary text that attempts to force it to accept indefensible borders.”<h2>Hamas hails ‘victory’</h2>After the recognition of a Palestinian state by Britain, Canada, and Australia, a senior Hamas official hailed the move, describing it as a victory for the rights of Palestinians.“These developments represent a victory for Palestinian rights and the justice of our cause, and send a clear message: no matter how far the occupation goes in its crimes, it will never be able to erase our national rights,” Mahmud Mardawi told AFP. &nbsp;

Netanyahu’s remarks come hours after the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia formally recognised the State of Palestine, citing long support for a two-state solution.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (Sep 21) said that there would be no Palestinian state in a statement addressed to Western leaders, rejecting the “one-sided” recognition. He further vowed to expand Jewish settlements in the West Bank. This comes hours after the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia formally recognised the State of Palestine, citing long support for a two-state solution. “I have a clear message for those leaders who recognise a Palestinian state after the horrific massacre on October 7: you are granting a huge reward to terror,” he said. “And I have another message for you: it will not happen. No Palestinian state will be established west of the Jordan River.” He further added, “For years, I have prevented the creation of this terror state despite enormous pressure both domestically and internationally.” “We have done so with determination and political wisdom. Moreover, we have doubled Jewish settlements in Judea and Samaria and we will continue on this path,” Netanyahu said, using the Biblical name for the West Bank. ‘Sad day for those who seek true peace’ Israeli President Isaac Herzog said that the recognition of Palestine state by Western countries was detrimental to those seeking peace between Israelis and Palestinians. In a post on X, he said, “After the atrocities of October 7, while Hamas continues its campaign of terror, and while it continues to cruelly hold 48 hostages in the tunnels and dungeons of Gaza, the recognition of a Palestinian state by some nations today is, not surprisingly, cheered by Hamas.” He added, “It will not help one Palestinian, it won’t help free one hostage, and it will not help us reach any settlement between Israelis and Palestinians. It will only embolden the forces of darkness. This is a sad day for those who seek true peace.” ‘Declaration does not promote peace’ Calling it a “one-sided” recognition of a Palestinian state by the Western nations, Israel’s foreign ministry warned that the move could further destabilise the region. “Israel categorically rejects the one-sided declaration of the recognition of a Palestinian state made by the United Kingdom and some other countries,” the ministry said in a statement. “This declaration does not promote peace, but on the contrary further destabilises the region and undermines the chances of achieving a peaceful solution in the future.” It further added, “Instead, if the countries that signed this declaration truly wish to stabilise the region, they should focus on pressuring Hamas to release the hostages and to disarm immediately. The declaration not only rewards the biggest massacre of Jews since the Holocaust by a terror organisation that is calling and acting for the annihilation of Israel, but also solidifies the support Hamas enjoys.” “This move goes against all logic of negotiation and reaching a compromise between two sides, and it will push the desired peace further away,” the ministry said. “In any case, Israel will not accept any detached and imaginary text that attempts to force it to accept indefensible borders.” Hamas hails ‘victory’ After the recognition of a Palestinian state by Britain, Canada, and Australia, a senior Hamas official hailed the move, describing it as a victory for the rights of Palestinians. “These developments represent a victory for Palestinian rights and the justice of our cause, and send a clear message: no matter how far the occupation goes in its crimes, it will never be able to erase our national rights,” Mahmud Mardawi told AFP.

Netanyahu’s remarks come hours after the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia formally recognised the State of Palestine, citing long support for a two-state solution.

‘No Palestinian state will be established’: Netanyahu vows to expand Jewish settlements in West Bank as Hamas hails ‘victory’

French President Emmanuel Macron said that his country’s plan to recognise a Palestinian state will not include opening an embassy unless the militant group Hamas frees Israeli hostages, who are held captive in Gaza. Macron made the remarks in an interview aired on Sunday (Sep 21). This comes as the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia formally recognised the State of Palestine, citing long support for a two-state solution.“It will be, for us, a requirement very clearly before opening, for instance, an embassy in Palestine,” Macron told CBS News.Macron, however, also strongly opposed any plans to displace Palestinians from Gaza as Israeli forces continue their ground offensive in the territory.“But if the precondition of such a plan is to push them out, this is just a craziness,” Macron said. “We should not be – for the credibility of the United States, for the credibility of France – we cannot be implicitly or explicitly complacent with such a project.”Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected the Western recognition of the Palestinian state, vowing to expand Jewish settlements in the West Bank.In a statement addressed to the Western leaders, Netanyahu said, “I have a clear message for those leaders who recognise a Palestinian state after the horrific massacre on October 7: you are granting a huge reward to terror.”He added, “And I have another message for you: it will not happen. No Palestinian state will be established west of the Jordan River.”He further stated, “For years, I have prevented the creation of this terror state despite enormous pressure both domestically and internationally.”“We have done so with determination and political wisdom. Moreover, we have doubled Jewish settlements in Judea and Samaria and we will continue on this path,” Netanyahu said, using the Biblical name for the West Bank.Portugal is also set to recognise Palestinian statehood later on Sunday. France has stated that it will do so with other countries on Monday at the United Nations.

Macron also strongly opposed any plans to displace Palestinians from Gaza as Israeli forces continue their ground offensive in the territory.

French President Emmanuel Macron said that his country’s plan to recognise a Palestinian state will not include opening an embassy unless the militant group Hamas frees Israeli hostages, who are held captive in Gaza. Macron made the remarks in an interview aired on Sunday (Sep 21). This comes as the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia formally recognised the State of Palestine, citing long support for a two-state solution. “It will be, for us, a requirement very clearly before opening, for instance, an embassy in Palestine,” Macron told CBS News. Macron, however, also strongly opposed any plans to displace Palestinians from Gaza as Israeli forces continue their ground offensive in the territory. “But if the precondition of such a plan is to push them out, this is just a craziness,” Macron said. “We should not be – for the credibility of the United States, for the credibility of France – we cannot be implicitly or explicitly complacent with such a project.” Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected the Western recognition of the Palestinian state, vowing to expand Jewish settlements in the West Bank. In a statement addressed to the Western leaders, Netanyahu said, “I have a clear message for those leaders who recognise a Palestinian state after the horrific massacre on October 7: you are granting a huge reward to terror.” He added, “And I have another message for you: it will not happen. No Palestinian state will be established west of the Jordan River.” He further stated, “For years, I have prevented the creation of this terror state despite enormous pressure both domestically and internationally.” “We have done so with determination and political wisdom. Moreover, we have doubled Jewish settlements in Judea and Samaria and we will continue on this path,” Netanyahu said, using the Biblical name for the West Bank. Portugal is also set to recognise Palestinian statehood later on Sunday. France has stated that it will do so with other countries on Monday at the United Nations.

Macron also strongly opposed any plans to displace Palestinians from Gaza as Israeli forces continue their ground offensive in the territory.

‘A requirement very clear’: Macron says France won’t open embassy in Gaza until Israeli hostages freed

US warplanes attacked a drug-running boat off the coast of the Dominican Republic, its drug enforcement agency and a US official announced Sunday in an expansion of American military activity in the Caribbean.The head of the DNCD anti-narcotics agency announced the strike at a joint press conference with a spokesperson for the US embassy.The latter official said this attack is the one President Donald Trump first announced Friday without saying where it had taken place, following several US attacks on alleged drug boats off Venezuela.In this newly reported strike, American military jets attacked a speed boat carrying 1,000 kilos of cocaine 80 nautical miles from the Dominican island of Beata, DNCD spokesman Carlos Devers told the news conference.A source close to the investigation of this case said the boat probably left originally from Venezuela.The United States has now acknowledged three recent attacks in the Caribbean that have killed more than a dozen people.It is attacking and destroying such vessels rather than seizing them and arresting their crew, which is the normal procedure in such anti-drug operations.Trump said Friday the US military had struck a drug trafficking boat in international waters, killing three people.Unlike after previous attacks, Trump made no mention of Venezuela, where the US Navy has deployed a small armada in a mission it says is designed to combat drug trafficking.Trump's announcement on his Truth Social platform included video of a speed boat in the cross hairs of some kind of weapon, then exploding in flames as it is hit by ordnance.The US military deployment -- eight warships and a nuclear-powered submarine to the southern Caribbean off the coast of Venezuela and 10 fighter jets sent to nearby Puerto Rico -- has been widely denounced in Latin America, stoking fears that the United States is planning to attack Venezuela.It has also prompted debate over the legality of the killings, with drug trafficking itself not a capital offense under US law.Washington has also not provided details to back up its claims that the boats targeted have actually been trafficking drugs.Leftist President Nicolas Maduro has accused the United States of pursuing regime change in his country under the guise of an operation to combat drug trafficking.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

In this newly reported strike, American military jets attacked a speed boat carrying 1,000 kilos of cocaine 80 nautical miles from the Dominican island of Beata, DNCD spokesman Carlos Devers told the news conference.

US warplanes attacked a drug-running boat off the coast of the Dominican Republic, its drug enforcement agency and a US official announced Sunday in an expansion of American military activity in the Caribbean. The head of the DNCD anti-narcotics agency announced the strike at a joint press conference with a spokesperson for the US embassy. The latter official said this attack is the one President Donald Trump first announced Friday without saying where it had taken place, following several US attacks on alleged drug boats off Venezuela. In this newly reported strike, American military jets attacked a speed boat carrying 1,000 kilos of cocaine 80 nautical miles from the Dominican island of Beata, DNCD spokesman Carlos Devers told the news conference. A source close to the investigation of this case said the boat probably left originally from Venezuela. The United States has now acknowledged three recent attacks in the Caribbean that have killed more than a dozen people. It is attacking and destroying such vessels rather than seizing them and arresting their crew, which is the normal procedure in such anti-drug operations. Trump said Friday the US military had struck a drug trafficking boat in international waters, killing three people. Unlike after previous attacks, Trump made no mention of Venezuela, where the US Navy has deployed a small armada in a mission it says is designed to combat drug trafficking. Trump's announcement on his Truth Social platform included video of a speed boat in the cross hairs of some kind of weapon, then exploding in flames as it is hit by ordnance. The US military deployment -- eight warships and a nuclear-powered submarine to the southern Caribbean off the coast of Venezuela and 10 fighter jets sent to nearby Puerto Rico -- has been widely denounced in Latin America, stoking fears that the United States is planning to attack Venezuela. It has also prompted debate over the legality of the killings, with drug trafficking itself not a capital offense under US law. Washington has also not provided details to back up its claims that the boats targeted have actually been trafficking drugs. Leftist President Nicolas Maduro has accused the United States of pursuing regime change in his country under the guise of an operation to combat drug trafficking. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

In this newly reported strike, American military jets attacked a speed boat carrying 1,000 kilos of cocaine 80 nautical miles from the Dominican island of Beata, DNCD spokesman Carlos Devers told the news conference.

US military jets target drug-running boat off coast of Dominican Republic

President Donald Trump said on Sunday that business leaders Rupert Murdoch, Lachlan Murdoch, Larry Ellison and Michael Dell would be involved as US investors in a proposed deal to keep TikTok operating in the United States. Trump has said the US and China have made progress on a deal requiring TikTok’s American assets to be transferred to US owners from China’s ByteDance.&nbsp;Murdoch, the CEO of Fox Corp, recently cemented long-term control of his family’s media empire that includes Fox News and the Wall Street Journal after settling a years-long legal battle with his siblings. The family patriarch, 94-year-old Rupert Murdoch, may also be involved in the deal, Trump said in an interview aired on Sunday.Trump also said that Michael Dell, the CEO of Dell Technologies, would be a part of the deal for the social media platform.&nbsp;Trump suggested that media mogul Rupert Murdoch and his son Lachlan, who lead News Corp and the Fox Corp., are involved in the deal for U.S. control of TikTok.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">.<a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@POTUS</a> says the investors in TikTok will be &quot;American patriots. They love this country. So, I think they&#39;re going to do a really good job.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/ekz38NbOe8">pic.twitter.com/ekz38NbOe8</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1969783330523464145?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>‘They’re very well-known people,’ says Trump </h2> “They’re very well-known people,” Trump told Fox News’ ‘The Sunday Briefing’ on being asked about who was involved in the TikTok deal.“Larry Ellison is one of them. He’s involved. This great guy, Michael Dell is involved. I hate to tell you this, but a man named Lachlan is involved. Do you know who Lachlan is? That’s a very unusual name, Lachlan Murdoch,” Trump added.However, NBC News reported that Lachlan Murdoch would not be involved in the TikTok deal individually, but that Fox Corp. would have a role.Trump’s remarks come a day after White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt shared details about the deal, after which the US would control TikTok’s algorithm.“This deal means that TikTok will be majority-owned by Americans in the United States. There will be seven seats on the board that controls the app in the United States, and six of those seats will be Americans,” Leavitt told Fox News. <h2>Trump sued Fox Corp and Rupert Murdoch in July</h2> Lachlan Murdoch officially took over Fox Corp. and News Corp this month, ending a long succession battle with his siblings.The Murdoch family media empire includes conservative-leaning news organisations like Fox News and The Wall Street Journal.While Trump and White House administration officials frequently appear on Fox News, the president is at odds with The Wall Street Journal. He sued Fox Corp and the elder Murdoch in July for $10 billion in damages after the Journal published an article saying that Trump had sent a letter to the late disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein in 2003 that included a drawing of a naked woman.Ellison’s involvement was previously known, as the software and cloud computing company that he co-founded, Oracle, will manage the data and privacy aspects of TikTok, Leavitt said Saturday. Trump’s revelation that Dell will also be involved with TikTok was a new revelation. Trump said that there would be a “couple of others, really great people, very prominent people,” involved.“And they’re also American patriots, you know, they love this country, so I think they’re going to do a really good job,” he added. WATCH: BREAKING | Netanyahu On Palestinian Recognition, 'Huge Reward To Terrorism'<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-netanyahu-on-palestinian-recognition-huge-reward-to-terrorism-1758476139316/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-netanyahu-on-palestinian-recognition-huge-reward-to-terrorism-1758476139316/embed</a>

TikTok will be majority-owned by Americans in the United States. There will be seven seats on the board that controls the app in the United States, and six of those seats will be Americans, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt shared with reporters on Saturday.

President Donald Trump said on Sunday that business leaders Rupert Murdoch, Lachlan Murdoch, Larry Ellison and Michael Dell would be involved as US investors in a proposed deal to keep TikTok operating in the United States. Trump has said the US and China have made progress on a deal requiring TikTok’s American assets to be transferred to US owners from China’s ByteDance. Murdoch, the CEO of Fox Corp, recently cemented long-term control of his family’s media empire that includes Fox News and the Wall Street Journal after settling a years-long legal battle with his siblings. The family patriarch, 94-year-old Rupert Murdoch, may also be involved in the deal, Trump said in an interview aired on Sunday. Trump also said that Michael Dell, the CEO of Dell Technologies, would be a part of the deal for the social media platform. Trump suggested that media mogul Rupert Murdoch and his son Lachlan, who lead News Corp and the Fox Corp., are involved in the deal for U.S. control of TikTok.

TikTok will be majority-owned by Americans in the United States. There will be seven seats on the board that controls the app in the United States, and six of those seats will be Americans, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt shared with reporters on Saturday.

Murdochs, Dell, Ellison to have a role in TikTok after deal, says Trump

In yet another violation, Germany on Sunday (Sep 21) said that it sent two Eurofighters to track a Russian IL-20m military aircraft that had entered neutral airspace over the Baltic Sea. The German Air Force then handed the escort over to NATO partners in Sweden. The reported incident comes two days before NATO's North Atlantic Council meeting on Tuesday to discuss Russia's violation of Estonian airspace, reported news agency Reuters. Three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets had reportedly entered Estonian airspace without permission on Friday and stayed for a total of 12 minutes before they were forced to withdraw.&nbsp;"Once again, our quick reaction alert force, consisting of two Eurofighters, was tasked by NATO with investigating an unidentified aircraft without a flight plan or radio contact in international airspace. It was a Russian IL-20M reconnaissance aircraft. After visual identification, we handed over escort duties for the aircraft to our Swedish NATO partners and returned to Rostock-Laage," Germany's air force said in a statement.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-i-should-get-a-nobel-prize-for-each-one-trump-demands-seven-nobels-for-solving-7-wars-once-again-takes-credit-for-india-pak-war-1758442668041">'I should get a Nobel Prize for each one': Trump demands seven Nobels for 'solving' 7 wars, once again takes credit for India-Pak war</a>&nbsp;In September, Poland on Sep 9, confirmed that it shot down Russian drones that entered its airspace in strike towards Ukraine. This was first time since the start of the war since 2022 that 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>In response, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of “deliberately targeting” NATO countries. On Sep 20, Britain said it's 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.&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;&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>&nbsp;</h2>

Germany scrambled two Eurofighters to intercept a Russian IL-20M over the Baltic Sea, later handing escort to Sweden. The incident follows Russian MiG-31 jets violating Estonian airspace, ahead of NATO talks on Tuesday.

In yet another violation, Germany on Sunday (Sep 21) said that it sent two Eurofighters to track a Russian IL-20m military aircraft that had entered neutral airspace over the Baltic Sea. The German Air Force then handed the escort over to NATO partners in Sweden. The reported incident comes two days before NATO's North Atlantic Council meeting on Tuesday to discuss Russia's violation of Estonian airspace, reported news agency Reuters. Three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets had reportedly entered Estonian airspace without permission on Friday and stayed for a total of 12 minutes before they were forced to withdraw. "Once again, our quick reaction alert force, consisting of two Eurofighters, was tasked by NATO with investigating an unidentified aircraft without a flight plan or radio contact in international airspace. It was a Russian IL-20M reconnaissance aircraft. After visual identification, we handed over escort duties for the aircraft to our Swedish NATO partners and returned to Rostock-Laage," Germany's air force said in a statement. Read More | 'I should get a Nobel Prize for each one': Trump demands seven Nobels for 'solving' 7 wars, once again takes credit for India-Pak war In September, Poland on Sep 9, confirmed that it shot down Russian drones that entered its airspace in strike towards Ukraine. This was first time since the start of the war since 2022 that 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 In response, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of “deliberately targeting” NATO countries. On Sep 20, Britain said it's 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. Read More | Trump Demands Seven Nobels for 'Solving' 7 Wars, Takes Credit for India-Pak Ceasefire

Germany scrambled two Eurofighters to intercept a Russian IL-20M over the Baltic Sea, later handing escort to Sweden. The incident follows Russian MiG-31 jets violating Estonian airspace, ahead of NATO talks on Tuesday.

Russian military plane spotted over Baltic Sea; Germany sends jets to track it - What's happening

Thousands of people arrived ahead of time at the Arizona stadium for conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s public memorial service and funeral on Sunday, with many mourners coming even before sunrise. The security arrangement at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, a suburb of Phoenix, has been designated the level reserved for Super Bowls, with President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and five Cabinet members scheduled to speak in Kirk’s honor, besides his widow, Erika, who has been named CEO of Turning Point USA, the conservative youth group co-founded and led by Kirk.The Department of Homeland Security has designated the service a SEAR Level 1 event—a status reserved for gatherings of the highest national significance. This designation allows the full range of federal law enforcement and security resources to support local authorities.&nbsp;“We’re going to celebrate the life of a great man today,” Trump told reporters as he departed the White House for Arizona on Sunday morning.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">&quot;We&#39;re going to celebrate the life of a great man today... We want to look at it as a time of healing,&quot; says <a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@POTUS</a> as he departs for Charlie Kirk&#39;s memorial service in Arizona. &quot;That something like this could&#39;ve happened is not even believable... A very tough day.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/BD55vGbkzS">pic.twitter.com/BD55vGbkzS</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1969771790785261970?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;<h2>Over 200,000 people registered on Turning Point USA’s website</h2>&nbsp;A Glendale Police Department spokesperson said that more than 200,000 people may turn up to attend the memorial service for Kirk. “It’s all hands-on deck,” said Glendale police spokesperson Jose Santiago. “We get two years to plan for a Super Bowl, but here we have one week.” The US Secret Service, FBI, FEMA, CISA, HSI and other agencies are working alongside state and local authorities.&nbsp;More than 200,000 people responded online to say they wanted to attend the memorial in person but the stadium has a capacity of 63,000 people, which can be expanded to over 73,000 for larger events. However, the Desert Diamond Arena nearby can accommodate 19,000 people and will serve as overflow site.Over 200,000 people have registered for the event on Turning Point USA’s website.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Last week, we brought my dear friend Charlie Kirk home one last time. Today, we return to Arizona to remember Charlie and honor his sacrifice. May he eternally rest in peace, and may God watch over Erika and their beautiful children. <a href="https://t.co/uY4BGx3Bin">pic.twitter.com/uY4BGx3Bin</a>&mdash; JD Vance (@JDVance) <a href="https://twitter.com/JDVance/status/1969775771347566927?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;<h2>Trump, Vance, Rubio and Erika to speak, pay tributes</h2>&nbsp;Besides President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles, and Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller are also likely to speak and pay tributes to Kirk. Kirk’s widow, Erika Kirk, is also set to address attendees.&nbsp;Charlie Kirk, 31, died on Sept. 10 after he was fatally shot while speaking at a campus event at Utah Valley University. The arrested suspect, Tyler Robinson, has been charged with aggravated murder and obstruction of justice in connection with Kirk’s death, among other charges.&nbsp;WATCH: Trump Declares Washington ‘Beautiful And Safe,’ Warns Of New Emergency<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-declares-washington-beautiful-and-safe-warns-of-new-emergency-1758470758313/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-declares-washington-beautiful-and-safe-warns-of-new-emergency-1758470758313/embed</a>&nbsp;

Over 200,000 people have registered for the event on Turning Point USA’s website  but the stadium has a capacity of 63,000 people, which can be expanded to 73,000 for larger events. However, the Desert Diamond Arena nearby can accommodate 19,000 people and will serve as an overflow site.

Thousands of people arrived ahead of time at the Arizona stadium for conservative activist Charlie Kirk’s public memorial service and funeral on Sunday, with many mourners coming even before sunrise. The security arrangement at the State Farm Stadium in Glendale, a suburb of Phoenix, has been designated the level reserved for Super Bowls, with President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and five Cabinet members scheduled to speak in Kirk’s honor, besides his widow, Erika, who has been named CEO of Turning Point USA, the conservative youth group co-founded and led by Kirk. The Department of Homeland Security has designated the service a SEAR Level 1 event—a status reserved for gatherings of the highest national significance. This designation allows the full range of federal law enforcement and security resources to support local authorities. “We’re going to celebrate the life of a great man today,” Trump told reporters as he departed the White House for Arizona on Sunday morning.

Over 200,000 people have registered for the event on Turning Point USA’s website &nbsp;but the stadium has a capacity of 63,000 people, which can be expanded to 73,000 for larger events. However, the Desert Diamond Arena nearby can accommodate 19,000 people and will serve as an overflow site.

Charlie Kirk’s funeral and memorial service likely to be attended by 200,000 as crowds surge

United States President Donald Trump on Sunday (Sep 21) vowed to defend Poland and the Baltic states in case of an escalation from Russia, days after Moscow's incursion into Estonia and Romania's airspace. Trump was boarding the Air Force One to attend Charlie Kirk's funeral in Arizona. He was asked by reporters if he would get involved and help the Europeon Union (EU) countries. The US President answered affirmatively. Trump told reporters: "Yeah, I would. I would."&nbsp;&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-i-should-get-a-nobel-prize-for-each-one-trump-demands-seven-nobels-for-solving-7-wars-once-again-takes-credit-for-india-pak-war-1758442668041">'I should get a Nobel Prize for each one': Trump demands seven Nobels for 'solving' 7 wars, once again takes credit for India-Pak war</a>&nbsp;In September, Poland on Sep 9, confirmed that it shot down Russian drones that entered its airspace in strike towards Ukraine. This was first time since the start of the war since 2022 that 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;In response, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of “deliberately targeting” NATO countries. On Sep 20, Britain said it's fighter jets &nbsp;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.&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;NATO nations including Poland and Romania invoked Article 4 following airspace violations linked to Russia — a mechanism that prompts urgent talks among allies and that had only been triggered seven times in its 76-year history before this month.

US President Donald Trump vowed to defend Poland and the Baltic states amid rising tensions with Russia following Moscow's airspace violations in Estonia and Romania. Speaking before boarding Air Force One to attend Charlie Kirk’s funeral, Trump confirmed he would.

United States President Donald Trump on Sunday (Sep 21) vowed to defend Poland and the Baltic states in case of an escalation from Russia, days after Moscow's incursion into Estonia and Romania's airspace. Trump was boarding the Air Force One to attend Charlie Kirk's funeral in Arizona. He was asked by reporters if he would get involved and help the Europeon Union (EU) countries. The US President answered affirmatively. Trump told reporters: "Yeah, I would. I would." Read More | 'I should get a Nobel Prize for each one': Trump demands seven Nobels for 'solving' 7 wars, once again takes credit for India-Pak war In September, Poland on Sep 9, confirmed that it shot down Russian drones that entered its airspace in strike towards Ukraine. This was first time since the start of the war since 2022 that 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 In response, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of “deliberately targeting” NATO countries. On Sep 20, Britain said it's 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. Read More | Trump Demands Seven Nobels for 'Solving' 7 Wars, Takes Credit for India-Pak Ceasefire NATO nations including Poland and Romania invoked Article 4 following airspace violations linked to Russia — a mechanism that prompts urgent talks among allies and that had only been triggered seven times in its 76-year history before this month.

US President Donald Trump vowed to defend Poland and the Baltic states amid rising tensions with Russia following Moscow's airspace violations in Estonia and Romania. Speaking before boarding Air Force One to attend Charlie Kirk’s funeral, Trump confirmed he would.

Will US defend Poland, NATO nations if tensions escalate with Russia? Trump responds

Israeli far-right ministers are calling for the annexation of the West Bank after the UK, Canada, and Australia formally recognised a Palestinian state on Sunday (Sep 21). This comes as the three nations announced the recognition, citing long support for a two-state solution. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has said that the recognition of a Palestinian state is a threat to Israel’s existence, as he vowed to oppose it at the United Nations next week.“The recognition by Britain, Canada, and Australia of a Palestinian state... requires immediate countermeasures: the swift application of sovereignty in Judea and Samaria and the complete dismantling of the Palestinian Authority,” National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir said in a statement, using the Israeli name for the Palestinian territory. “I intend to submit a proposal for applying sovereignty at the upcoming cabinet meeting.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Recognising a Palestinian State after Oct. 7 ultimately only emboldens Hamas, extends the war, distances the prospects of a hostage deal and sends a clear message of support to Iran and its proxies. If advancing peace &amp; stability in the Middle East is what you seek, dear…&mdash; בני גנץ - Benny Gantz (@gantzbe) <a href="https://twitter.com/gantzbe/status/1969752485800649049?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, who has repeatedly called for West Bank annexation, said that the days when the UK and other nations determine the future of Israel are over.“The days when Britain and other countries would determine our future are over. The mandate is over, and the only response to this anti-Israeli move is sovereignty over the historic homeland of the Jewish people in Judea and Samaria, and permanently removing the folly of a Palestinian state from the agenda,” Smotrich wrote on X. “Mr prime minister, the time is now and it is in your hands.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">נגמרו הימים שבריטניה ומדינות אחרות יקבעו את עתידנו, המנדט נגמר והתשובה היחידה לצעד האנטי ישראלי היא ריבונות על חבלי המולדת של העם היהודי ביהודה ושומרון והורדת רעיון האיוולת של המדינה הפלשתינית מסדר היום לתמיד. אדוני ראש הממשלה, זו העת וזה בידיים שלך.&mdash; בצלאל סמוטריץ&#39; (@bezalelsm) <a href="https://twitter.com/bezalelsm/status/1969760196324143245?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Former army chief Benny Gantz said, “Recognising a Palestinian State after Oct. 7 ultimately only emboldens Hamas, extends the war, distances the prospects of a hostage deal and sends a clear message of support to Iran and its proxies.”He added, “If advancing peace &amp; stability in the Middle East is what you seek, dear Western Leaders - and not buckling to domestic political pressure, then maximum pressure must be applied to Hamas to relinquish power and return the hostages before anything else.”

<h2>Netanyahu says Palestinian recognition threatens existence of Israel</h2>Meanwhile, Netanyahu told his cabinet on Sunday that the creation of a Palestinian state would endanger the survival of Israel. He also vowed to oppose the calls for Palestinian recognition at the UN next week.“We will also need to fight, both at the UN and in all other arenas, against the false propaganda directed at us and against calls for a Palestinian state, which would endanger our existence and serve as absurd reward for terrorism,” Netanyahu said. “The international community will hear from us on this matter in the coming days.”&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Netanyahu told his cabinet on Sunday that the creation of a Palestinian state would endanger the survival of Israel. He also vowed to oppose the calls for Palestinian recognition at the UN next week.

Israeli far-right ministers are calling for the annexation of the West Bank after the UK, Canada, and Australia formally recognised a Palestinian state on Sunday (Sep 21). This comes as the three nations announced the recognition, citing long support for a two-state solution. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has said that the recognition of a Palestinian state is a threat to Israel’s existence, as he vowed to oppose it at the United Nations next week. “The recognition by Britain, Canada, and Australia of a Palestinian state... requires immediate countermeasures: the swift application of sovereignty in Judea and Samaria and the complete dismantling of the Palestinian Authority,” National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir said in a statement, using the Israeli name for the Palestinian territory. “I intend to submit a proposal for applying sovereignty at the upcoming cabinet meeting.”

Meanwhile, Netanyahu told his cabinet on Sunday that the creation of a Palestinian state would endanger the survival of Israel. He also vowed to oppose the calls for Palestinian recognition at the UN next week.

‘Permanently remove folly’: Israeli leaders call for West Bank annexation after Western countries recognise Palestinian state

The announcement of a massive H-1B visa fee hike by US President Donald Trump sent shivers through the technology and IT industry and left professionals in panic. As per the new rules, companies recruiting foreign professionals will have to pay a fee of $1,00,000 for each H-1B application. The decision impacted Indians the most, as they account for over 70% of H1B visa holders. However, some political and industry leaders see the change as an opportunity for change and self-reliance.&nbsp;Now, Dr. Sridhar Vembu, Founder and Chief Scientist of Zoho Corporation, has advised Indian techies to “come back to India to rebuild”. In a post on X, Vemu compared the current H-1B situation with the Partition of India. He shared the stories of his Sindhi friends whose families had to leave behind everything, but they eventually thrived after starting over again. “I am sad to say this, but for Indians on an H1-B visa in America, this may be that time. Come back home. It may take 5 years to rebuild your lives but it will make you stronger. Do not live in fear. Make the bold move. You will do well,” wrote Vembu.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">I have heard so many accounts from Sindhi friends about how their families had to leave everything and come to India during partition. They rebuilt their lives and Sindhis have done well in India. I am sad to say this, but for Indians on an H1-B visa in America, this may be that…&mdash; Sridhar Vembu (@svembu) <a href="https://twitter.com/svembu/status/1969554838632767971?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Who is Sridhar Vembu?</h2> Vembu, a B.Tech. from IIT Madras and a Ph.D. from Princeton University, had also worked in the US but returned to India and set up Zoho Corp. He is known as the tech magnate who brought technology functions such as software and product development to villages. As per Forbes, he is the 39th richest person in India with a net worth of $5.85 billion, as of 2024. He was awarded India's fourth-highest civilian award, the Padma Shri, in 2021. Vembu hinted that the present visa turmoil can be a turning point for Indian talent since India today offers multiple opportunities. He added that those willing to take this leap will ultimately benefit. “I have heard so many accounts from Sindhi friends about how their families had to leave everything and come to India during partition. They rebuilt their lives, and Sindhis have done well in India. I am sad to say this, but for Indians on an H1-B visa in America, this may be that time. Come back home. It may take 5 years to rebuild your lives but it will make you stronger. Do not live in fear. Make the bold move. You will do well,” Vemu said. <h2>Is it possible or feasible for Indians in the US to return? </h2> The hike in the US visa fees could lead to reverse migration of skilled professionals, thereby strengthening the domestic tech and startup ecosystem in India. With a booming digital economy, expanding capital markets, and global companies setting up R&amp;D hubs, India offers a good ground for ambitious graduates who might once have seen the US as their only path to success. Vembu’s post drew several reactions on X, as one user wrote, “You may hear the same stories from Bengalis and Punjabis. But it took almost 3 generations to reach where they are now. It’s not easy. And it’s not as bad either.”Another user said, “Absolutely! Challenges like this are never easy, but they can be the start of something bigger. Coming back home may take effort to rebuild, but India is full of opportunities for talent and hard work. The world is led by optimistic people. With courage and perseverance, they will thrive and create an even stronger future.” WATCH: Taliban Reject Trump’s Bid To Retake Bagram Air Base In Afghanistan<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/taliban-reject-trump-s-bid-to-retake-bagram-air-base-in-afghanistan-1758462658610/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/taliban-reject-trump-s-bid-to-retake-bagram-air-base-in-afghanistan-1758462658610/embed</a>

The visa fee hike could lead to reverse migration of skilled professionals, and thereby strengthen the domestic tech and startup ecosystem in India. India offers a good ground for ambitious graduates who might once have seen the US as their only path to success.

The announcement of a massive H-1B visa fee hike by US President Donald Trump sent shivers through the technology and IT industry and left professionals in panic. As per the new rules, companies recruiting foreign professionals will have to pay a fee of $1,00,000 for each H-1B application. The decision impacted Indians the most, as they account for over 70% of H1B visa holders. However, some political and industry leaders see the change as an opportunity for change and self-reliance. Now, Dr. Sridhar Vembu, Founder and Chief Scientist of Zoho Corporation, has advised Indian techies to “come back to India to rebuild”. In a post on X, Vemu compared the current H-1B situation with the Partition of India. He shared the stories of his Sindhi friends whose families had to leave behind everything, but they eventually thrived after starting over again. “I am sad to say this, but for Indians on an H1-B visa in America, this may be that time. Come back home. It may take 5 years to rebuild your lives but it will make you stronger. Do not live in fear. Make the bold move. You will do well,” wrote Vembu.

The visa fee hike could lead to reverse migration of skilled professionals, and thereby strengthen the domestic tech and startup ecosystem in India. India offers a good ground for ambitious graduates who might once have seen the US as their only path to success.

‘Do not live in fear. Make the bold move’: Zoho founder urges Indians on H1B visas to return home

Palestine on Sunday (Sep 21) welcomed the ‘courageous decisions’ of the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia to recognise its statehood. It also called on other countries and the United States, which have not yet recognised the State of Palestine, “to take the initiative to do so and to align with international law.” This comes after the UK, Canada and Australia announced that they formally recognise the State of Palestine.Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas said that Britain’s recognition of a Palestinian state was a necessary step toward lasting peace in the region.“His excellency praised the United Kingdom's recognition of the independent State of Palestine, affirming that it constitutes an important and necessary step toward achieving a just and lasting peace in accordance with international legitimacy,” Abbas said in a statement.“The Foreign Ministry welcomes the recognition of the State of Palestine by various countries and considers it a protection of the two-state solution aimed at achieving peace,” the Palestinian ministry said in a statement shortly after the three nations announced its recognition.“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates welcomes and expresses gratitude to the countries that have recognized the State of Palestine, namely the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, and considers these courageous decisions to be in line with international law and international legitimacy resolutions,” it said. “These decisions stem from the commitment of those countries to ending the occupation and achieving peace, ensuring security, stability, and prosperity for the region and the world.”&nbsp;The ministry expressed the readiness and willingness of the State of Palestine and its government “to embark on building the strongest and most genuine relationships with these countries at all levels,” adding that it views the recent move by the UK, Canada, and Australia as an acknowledgement of the rights of the Palestinians.It added that the recognition ensures “the protection of the two-state solution from the dangers threatening it due to the ongoing crimes of genocide, starvation, displacement, and annexation committed by the occupation authorities against our people.”The ministry further said that the recent developments provide momentum to the efforts led by Saudi Arabia and France to implement the New York Declaration, which aims to achieve an “immediate cessation of the war and resolve the conflict through political and negotiated means, restoring respect for international law and international legitimacy in achieving peace instead of the arrogance of force.”<h2>Palestine calls on US to align with international law</h2>The statement also urged other countries, including the United States, which have not yet recognised the Palestinian State, to take the initiative to do so and “align with international law”.“This would contribute to lifting the injustice inflicted upon our people and enable them to exercise their right to self-determination, like the peoples and nations of the world. The Ministry also emphasizes that an immediate cessation of the occupation’s war on our people in all its forms and manifestations represents the correct entry point to achieving calm, building trust, and restoring the political horizon for resolving the conflict,” it said.

Palestine on Sunday (Sep 21) welcomed the ‘courageous decisions’ of the UK, Canada, and Australia to recognise its statehood. It also called on the United States “to take the initiative to do so and to align with international law.”

Palestine on Sunday (Sep 21) welcomed the ‘courageous decisions’ of the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia to recognise its statehood. It also called on other countries and the United States, which have not yet recognised the State of Palestine, “to take the initiative to do so and to align with international law.” This comes after the UK, Canada and Australia announced that they formally recognise the State of Palestine. Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas said that Britain’s recognition of a Palestinian state was a necessary step toward lasting peace in the region. “His excellency praised the United Kingdom's recognition of the independent State of Palestine, affirming that it constitutes an important and necessary step toward achieving a just and lasting peace in accordance with international legitimacy,” Abbas said in a statement. “The Foreign Ministry welcomes the recognition of the State of Palestine by various countries and considers it a protection of the two-state solution aimed at achieving peace,” the Palestinian ministry said in a statement shortly after the three nations announced its recognition. “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates welcomes and expresses gratitude to the countries that have recognized the State of Palestine, namely the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, and considers these courageous decisions to be in line with international law and international legitimacy resolutions,” it said. “These decisions stem from the commitment of those countries to ending the occupation and achieving peace, ensuring security, stability, and prosperity for the region and the world.” The ministry expressed the readiness and willingness of the State of Palestine and its government “to embark on building the strongest and most genuine relationships with these countries at all levels,” adding that it views the recent move by the UK, Canada, and Australia as an acknowledgement of the rights of the Palestinians. It added that the recognition ensures “the protection of the two-state solution from the dangers threatening it due to the ongoing crimes of genocide, starvation, displacement, and annexation committed by the occupation authorities against our people.” The ministry further said that the recent developments provide momentum to the efforts led by Saudi Arabia and France to implement the New York Declaration, which aims to achieve an “immediate cessation of the war and resolve the conflict through political and negotiated means, restoring respect for international law and international legitimacy in achieving peace instead of the arrogance of force.” Palestine calls on US to align with international law The statement also urged other countries, including the United States, which have not yet recognised the Palestinian State, to take the initiative to do so and “align with international law”. “This would contribute to lifting the injustice inflicted upon our people and enable them to exercise their right to self-determination, like the peoples and nations of the world. The Ministry also emphasizes that an immediate cessation of the occupation’s war on our people in all its forms and manifestations represents the correct entry point to achieving calm, building trust, and restoring the political horizon for resolving the conflict,” it said.

Palestine on Sunday (Sep 21) welcomed the ‘courageous decisions’ of the UK, Canada, and Australia to recognise its statehood. It also called on the United States “to take the initiative to do so and to align with international law.”

Palestine welcomes ‘courageous decisions’ of UK, Canada, and Australia to recognise its statehood

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Sunday (Sep 21) that United Kingdom has formally recognised the State of Palestine. Additionally, Canada became the first G7 nation to officially recognise the State of Palestine, citing decades of support for a two-state solution. Soon after, Australia also announced that it is recognising the State of Palestine.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">&quot;Today, to revive the hope of peace for the Palestinians and Israelis, and a two state solution, the United Kingdom formally recognises the State of Palestine,&quot; says UK PM <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/KeirStarmer?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#KeirStarmer</a>.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IsraelHamasWar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IsraelHamasWar</a> Source: Keir Starmer&#39;s X <a href="https://t.co/WqTUsaxyT4">pic.twitter.com/WqTUsaxyT4</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1969752815355691402?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BREAKING?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BREAKING</a> | Australia recognises the state of Palestine. <a href="https://t.co/t3grgiqZ7i">pic.twitter.com/t3grgiqZ7i</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1969750573546442870?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BREAKING?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BREAKING</a> | Canada recognises the state of Palestine.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/IsraelHamasWar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#IsraelHamasWar</a> Source: Mark Carney&#39;s X <a href="https://t.co/QpJoVXeiCV">pic.twitter.com/QpJoVXeiCV</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1969748682296971277?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Issuing a statement, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stressed that Hamas must release hostages, disarm, and be excluded from future Palestinian governance. The recognition is intended to empower the Palestinian Authority, which has pledged reforms, democratic elections in 2026 without Hamas, and eventual demilitarisation. Canada affirmed its continued commitment to Israel’s security and clarified that this move is not a reward for terrorism but a step to keep the two-state solution viable. Canada will work with international partners to support Palestinian reforms, democratic governance, security arrangements, and large-scale humanitarian aid for Gaza.&nbsp;UK is also reportedly planning to announce new sanctions on Hamas. In July, Starmer said that the UK would recognise Palestinian statehood if Israel failed to take "substantive steps" towards a ceasefire with Hamas before the UN General Assembly convened in September.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/western-recognition-for-palestinian-state-late-but-important-step-says-palestine-ambassador-shawesh-1758302327916">Western recognition for Palestinian State late but important step, says Palestine Ambassador Shawesh</a><h2>Israel's and US response</h2>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned the move, accusing Starmer of rewarding "monstrous terrorism" and appeasing "jihadist" ideology. Ealier, Israel’s foreign minister Gideon Saar called the step to recognise Palestinian statehood a “mistake” and warned it could trigger an unspecified unilateral response. Earlier this week, when asked about Britains decision to recognise Palestine US President Donald Trump said he disagrees with Starmer on that front, highlighting that "one should not forget what happened on Oct 7." Starmer responded saying, "It's part of that overall package that hopefully takes us from the appalling situation right now to the outcome of a safe and secure Israel, which we do not have, and a viable Palestinian state." He also added that Hamas can have no part in the governance of Palestine.&nbsp;Read More |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-palestinian-state-what-is-the-only-disagreement-trump-had-with-uk-pm-1758216100921"> 'Palestinian state...': What is the only 'disagreement' Trump had with UK PM</a><h2>Western nations recognise the State of Palestine</h2>In the upcoming United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session, several countries, including France and Canada, will recognise the State of Palestine. French President Emmanuel Macron announced last month that France will recognise the state of Palestine and expressed the urgency of ending the war in Gaza and protecting civilians. He also reaffirmed France’s support for an immediate ceasefire, the release of Israeli hostages, the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza, the disarmament of Hamas, and long-term development efforts for a future Palestinian state. Following the domino effect started by France, Australia, Canada, Portugal and Malta announced that they will recognise a Palestinian state. New Zealand also expressed its desire to recognise Palestine amid Benjamin Netanyahu's Gaza takeover plan.&nbsp;Read More |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-palestinian-state-what-is-the-only-disagreement-trump-had-with-uk-pm-1758216100921"> </a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-there-will-be-no-palestinian-state-israel-pm-netanyahu-s-shocking-threat-ahead-of-gaza-takeover-plan-1757614752835">'There will be no Palestinian state': Israel PM Netanyahu's shocking threat ahead of Gaza takeover plan</a>&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

UK PM Keir Starmer, Canada PM Mark Carney and Australia PM Anthony albanese announced formal recognition of the State of Palestine, drawing criticism from Israel and US. Starmer emphasised a two-state solution, excluding Hamas from governance.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced on Sunday (Sep 21) that United Kingdom has formally recognised the State of Palestine. Additionally, Canada became the first G7 nation to officially recognise the State of Palestine, citing decades of support for a two-state solution. Soon after, Australia also announced that it is recognising the State of Palestine.

UK PM Keir Starmer, Canada PM Mark Carney and Australia PM Anthony albanese announced formal recognition of the State of Palestine, drawing criticism from Israel and US. Starmer emphasised a two-state solution, excluding Hamas from governance.

'To revive hope for peace': UK, Canada, Australia formally recognise State of Palestine amid Israel's Gaza takeover plan

Issuing its first response on US President Donald Trump's announcement about “taking back” Afghanistan's Bagram air base, Taliban said on Sunday (Sep 21) that such a deal was "not possible". Taliban also warned that any hostility will trigger the “strongest” response. Taliban Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces Fasihuddin Fitrat in a strong respnse said that they do not need any deal over any “inch of Afghanistan soil.” Amir Khan Muttaqi, Taliban Foreign Minister reiterated the same stance and said “not even one metre of Afghan land will be given to Americans.”'&nbsp;&nbsp;At an event in Kabul, Fitrat said, “Afghanistan is fully independent, governed by its own people, and not dependent on any foreign power. We do not fear any bully or aggressor. Recently, some people have said that they have entered negotiations with Afghanistan for taking back Bagram Air base. A deal over even an inch of Afghanistan's soil is not possible. We don't need it."&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>Trump announces US might takeover Bagram</h2>Addessing a press conference in UK, Trump said that efforts were underway to regain control of Afghanistan's Bagram Airbase, which the US had given up control on following the 2021 Taliban takeover of Afghanistan. He suggested it could be considered "breaking news" and explained that the US was seeking the return of the base because “it is an hour from where China makes its nuclear weapons.” Later, he also warned that if afghanistan doesn't give Bagram Airbase back “BAD THINGS ARE GOING TO HAPPEN.”

In May this year, addressing the US troops at the Al-Udeid Air Base in Qatar, Trump had said that the United States will keep Bagram Airbase in Afghanistan, stressing, "We will not give it up." He stressed that it is just an hour away from China, claiming that China occupies it. “We are going to keep Bagram Airbase, we are not going to give that up because its one hour away from China. You know who occupies it now, China. Sadly, over the last four years, we saw a collapse in Afghanistan,” he added. Soon after Trump's claims, the Taliban had categorically denied reports of a Chinese presence at Afghanistan’s Bagram Airbase.&nbsp;Read more | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/us-woman-faye-hall-thanks-trump-after-release-by-taliban-in-afghanistan-8905840">US woman Faye Hall thanks Trump after release by Taliban in Afghanistan</a><h2>Story of Bagram Airbase</h2>Bagram Airbase is a major military airfield, located in the Parwan province of Afghanistan. The largest air base in Afghanistan lies about 60 km north of Kabul in the Parwan province. The airbase was built by the Soviet Union in 1950 and the USSR had control over it during the early days of the Cold War. During the Soviet-Afghan war, the airbase was fortified and started lodging military personnel from the USSR. The US came in the picturee in 1959, when then US President Dwight Eisenhower paid a visit to Afghanistan and landed in Bagram.&nbsp;Read more | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/taliban-urges-afghans-to-return-home-amid-us-travel-ban-1749364537130">Taliban urges Afghans to return home amid US travel ban</a>&nbsp;In 1990, the Soviets withdrew from Afghanistan, and the airbase was left abandoned. It then became the frontline between the Taliban and the Northern Alliance military. However, during the conflict, the airbase was severely damaged. Later in 2001 after the 9/11 terror attack, the US and its Western allies took over the Afghan airfield. For the next 20 years, they controlled the Bagram airbase, claiming that they were using it for America's "War on terrorism". In 2020, the US and the Taliban signed a deal to withdraw international forces from Afghanistan by May 2021.

Taliban rejected US President Trump's claim about retaking Afghanistan's Bagram Airbase, calling any such deal “not possible.” Taliban leaders warned of the “strongest” response to any foreign aggression, asserting full sovereignty over Afghan land and rejecting negotiations over Bagram.

Issuing its first response on US President Donald Trump's announcement about “taking back” Afghanistan's Bagram air base, Taliban said on Sunday (Sep 21) that such a deal was "not possible". Taliban also warned that any hostility will trigger the “strongest” response. Taliban Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces Fasihuddin Fitrat in a strong respnse said that they do not need any deal over any “inch of Afghanistan soil.” Amir Khan Muttaqi, Taliban Foreign Minister reiterated the same stance and said “not even one metre of Afghan land will be given to Americans.”' At an event in Kabul, Fitrat said, “Afghanistan is fully independent, governed by its own people, and not dependent on any foreign power. We do not fear any bully or aggressor. Recently, some people have said that they have entered negotiations with Afghanistan for taking back Bagram Air base. A deal over even an inch of Afghanistan's soil is not possible. We don't need it." Trump announces US might takeover Bagram Addessing a press conference in UK, Trump said that efforts were underway to regain control of Afghanistan's Bagram Airbase, which the US had given up control on following the 2021 Taliban takeover of Afghanistan. He suggested it could be considered "breaking news" and explained that the US was seeking the return of the base because “it is an hour from where China makes its nuclear weapons.” Later, he also warned that if afghanistan doesn't give Bagram Airbase back “BAD THINGS ARE GOING TO HAPPEN.”

Taliban rejected US President Trump's claim about retaking Afghanistan's Bagram Airbase, calling any such deal “not possible.” Taliban leaders warned of the “strongest” response to any foreign aggression, asserting full sovereignty over Afghan land and rejecting negotiations over Bagram.

Taliban issues first response on Trump's Bagram base takeover claims: 'Afghanistan won't give up an inch...'

India’s Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal reacted to the H-1B visa fee being hiked to $100,000 by US President Donald Trump, saying that the world is “a little afraid of Indian talent” and exhorted Indians working abroad to “come to India, innovate here, design here”. Goyal, who will be leading the Indian delegation in the US for the next round of talks for a trade deal amid tensions over tariffs, made remarks apparently reacting to the $100,000 fee on H-1B visas used mostly by high-skilled Indian workers in the US.The minister also said that “different countries across the world also want to do Free Trade Agreements with India”.“They want to increase trade with India. They want to improve relations,” he said, in a video clip from a speech that he shared on his X handle.After a pause and smile, Goyal added, “They are also a little afraid of our talent. We have no objection to that either.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Bharat is a winner, come what may! <a href="https://t.co/5MXtih8Cnr">pic.twitter.com/5MXtih8Cnr</a>&mdash; Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) <a href="https://twitter.com/PiyushGoyal/status/1969333077680812332?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 20, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2>‘So we are winners, come what may’</h2>&nbsp;The commerce minister then urged the Indian talent to “come to India, innovate here, design here”. He said that will make the economy grow even more rapidly and added, “So we are winners, come what may.”He also spoke about being “on a mission mode” to make it easier for businesses in India, promoting manufacturing, and supporting international trade.“The growth achieved was 7.8% in the first quarter. It beat all economists’ expectations, and we will continue to beat them right up to 2047,” he added. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set 2047 as the target year for India to become ‘Viksit Bharat’ (developed nation).Though PM Modi did not speak about the H-1B visa issue directly, he stressed that India must become more self-reliant.President Donald Trump’s administration hiked the H1B visa fee after imposing high trade tariffs that hurt India’s prospects.&nbsp;WATCH: BREAKING: PM Modi's Appeal To Citizens, Say With Pride, I Use Swadeshi<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-pm-modi-s-appeal-to-citizens-say-with-pride-i-use-swadeshi-1758458134186/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-pm-modi-s-appeal-to-citizens-say-with-pride-i-use-swadeshi-1758458134186/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A US delegation led by Brendan Lynch, Assistant US Trade Representative for South and Central Asia, met Indian officials headed by chief negotiator Rajesh Agrawal in New Delhi on September 16 for trade talks after Trump struck a more conciliatory tone and shared some mutual praise with PM Modi.Piyush Goyal will lead negotiations in Washington on September 22 to accelerate the process to seal the trade deal.India’s exports to the US fell to $6.86 billion in August from $8.01 billion in July, ministry data showed. Exporters have warned the full impact of higher tariffs, at 50% now, would be felt from September, as the duties came into force at the end of August.Trump’s presidential proclamation for overhaul of the H-1B visa programme raised questions about whether it would also cripple America’s tech talent.

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said that different countries across the world also want to do free trade agreements with India. They want to increase trade with India. They want to improve relations, Goyal added.

India’s Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal reacted to the H-1B visa fee being hiked to $100,000 by US President Donald Trump, saying that the world is “a little afraid of Indian talent” and exhorted Indians working abroad to “come to India, innovate here, design here”. Goyal, who will be leading the Indian delegation in the US for the next round of talks for a trade deal amid tensions over tariffs, made remarks apparently reacting to the $100,000 fee on H-1B visas used mostly by high-skilled Indian workers in the US. The minister also said that “different countries across the world also want to do Free Trade Agreements with India”. “They want to increase trade with India. They want to improve relations,” he said, in a video clip from a speech that he shared on his X handle. After a pause and smile, Goyal added, “They are also a little afraid of our talent. We have no objection to that either.”

Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said that different countries across the world also want to do free trade agreements with India. They want to increase trade with India. They want to improve relations, Goyal added.

‘Afraid of our talent,’ says Piyush Goyal after US H-1B visa fee hike, urges Indians to return, innovate in India

With Super Typhoon Ragasa intensifying ahead of its expected landfall in the northern Philippines on September 23, the country's President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Sunday directed national agencies to assist local governments preparing for torrential rains, landslides, and life-threatening storm surges, local media reported. Ragasa, which is being called Super Typhoon Nando in the Philippines, is expected to make landfall in the Batanes or Babuyan Islands by the afternoon of September 23, the Philippine weather agency said. Marcos instructed the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) and its 44 member agencies to remain on full alert until Nando exits the Philippine Area of Responsibility, the Philippine news agency said. The state media also reported that 70 tourists remain stranded after Philippine Airlines suspended all flights to and from the island until September 23. Local officials are coordinating with the Philippine Air Force for possible C-130 flights if commercial operations remain grounded, it said. At least eight evacuation centres have been opened, currently hosting 165 families or 497 persons Taiwan's Central Weather Administration (CWA) also issued a sea warning for the storm at 11 am (local time), with a specialist of the agency stating that Ragasa's winds could intensify to 208.8 kph and its storm radius may expand, as per a report in Focus Taiwan. The Taiwanese news outlet said that at present, the storm is projected to travel west through the Bashi Channel and hit the southern Chinese coast southwest of Macau. It will likely have the greatest impact on Taiwan on Monday and Tuesday, with the storm circle forecast to reach the Hengchun Peninsula on Monday afternoon, Focus Taiwan reported. Meanwhile, strong typhoon Neoguri in the northwest Pacific reached the waters near Tokyo's Minamitorishima Island, Japan's easternmost island, at noon on Sunday, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. Also known as Typhoon No 19, 'Neoguri' was moving west-northwest at 20 kph at noon. Neoguri is expected to remain largely stationary over the waters east of Japan after Tuesday.&nbsp;

Taiwans Central Weather Administration (CWA) also issued a sea warning for the storm at 11 am (local time), with a specialist of the agency stating that Ragasa's winds could intensify to 208.8 kph and its storm radius may expand, as per a report in Focus Taiwan.

With Super Typhoon Ragasa intensifying ahead of its expected landfall in the northern Philippines on September 23, the country's President Ferdinand Marcos Jr on Sunday directed national agencies to assist local governments preparing for torrential rains, landslides, and life-threatening storm surges, local media reported. Ragasa, which is being called Super Typhoon Nando in the Philippines, is expected to make landfall in the Batanes or Babuyan Islands by the afternoon of September 23, the Philippine weather agency said. Marcos instructed the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) and its 44 member agencies to remain on full alert until Nando exits the Philippine Area of Responsibility, the Philippine news agency said. The state media also reported that 70 tourists remain stranded after Philippine Airlines suspended all flights to and from the island until September 23. Local officials are coordinating with the Philippine Air Force for possible C-130 flights if commercial operations remain grounded, it said. At least eight evacuation centres have been opened, currently hosting 165 families or 497 persons Taiwan's Central Weather Administration (CWA) also issued a sea warning for the storm at 11 am (local time), with a specialist of the agency stating that Ragasa's winds could intensify to 208.8 kph and its storm radius may expand, as per a report in Focus Taiwan. The Taiwanese news outlet said that at present, the storm is projected to travel west through the Bashi Channel and hit the southern Chinese coast southwest of Macau. It will likely have the greatest impact on Taiwan on Monday and Tuesday, with the storm circle forecast to reach the Hengchun Peninsula on Monday afternoon, Focus Taiwan reported. Meanwhile, strong typhoon Neoguri in the northwest Pacific reached the waters near Tokyo's Minamitorishima Island, Japan's easternmost island, at noon on Sunday, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. Also known as Typhoon No 19, 'Neoguri' was moving west-northwest at 20 kph at noon. Neoguri is expected to remain largely stationary over the waters east of Japan after Tuesday.

Taiwan's Central Weather Administration (CWA) also issued a sea warning for the storm at 11 am (local time), with a specialist of the agency stating that Ragasa's winds could intensify to 208.8 kph and its storm radius may expand, as per a report in Focus Taiwan.

Evacuation ordered in Philippines ahead of Super Typhoon Ragasa landfall

After US President Donald Trump announced a major overhaul in the country’s immigration policy, imposing a fee of $100,000 on H-1B visas, a series of contradictory statements made by his former ally, Elon Musk, has resurfaced on social media. The Tesla CEO’s flip-flop on the issue from defending the H-1B visa system to calling it a “broken” programme that needs “major reform” has drawn attention on the internet.Last year in December, before Trump was elected as the president, the billionaire said that the H-1B system needs to be overhauled. “No question that the H1B system needs to be overhauled,” Musk said in a post on X on December 28.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">No question that the H1B system needs to be overhauled&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1872838997472661861?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 28, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

However, hours later, he said that H-1B system a role in the success of his companies, Tesla and SpaceX. Musk, who immigrated from South Africa, added that he is able to reside in the US because of the H-1B visa programme.“The reason I’m in America along with so many critical people who built SpaceX, Tesla and hundreds of other companies that made America strong is because of H1B,” he said. “Take a big step back and F**K YOURSELF in the face. I will go to war on this issue the likes of which you cannot possibly comprehend.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The reason I’m in America along with so many critical people who built SpaceX, Tesla and hundreds of other companies that made America strong is because of H1B. Take a big step back and FUCK YOURSELF in the face. I will go to war on this issue the likes of which you cannot…&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1872860577057448306?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 28, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

A day later, he again changed his opinion on the matter and called the programme “broken” while seeking “major reform”. He suggested increasing the minimum salary and imposing an annual fee for maintenance.“Easily fixed by raising the minimum salary significantly and adding a yearly cost for maintaining the H1B, making it materially more expensive to hire from overseas than domestically. I’ve been very clear that the program is broken and needs major reform,” he wrote on X.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Easily fixed by raising the minimum salary significantly and adding a yearly cost for maintaining the H1B, making it materially more expensive to hire from overseas than domestically. I’ve been very clear that the program is broken and needs major reform.&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1873191959441084531?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 29, 2024</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

On Friday (Sep 21), Trump announced raising the annual fee for H-1B visas to $100,000 for high-skilled foreign workers. The move is likely to impact Indian professionals who account for about three-quarters of the total visa holders and work in the US tech sector.The H-1B visas allow companies to sponsor workers from abroad with specialised skills, including scientists, engineers, and computer programmers, to work in the United States. The visa permits workers to be in the US for three years initially, although it can be extended to six.

Last year in December, before Trump was elected as the president, the billionaire said that the H-1B system needs to be overhauled. However, hours later, he said that H-1B system a role in the success of his companies, Tesla and SpaceX.

After US President Donald Trump announced a major overhaul in the country’s immigration policy, imposing a fee of $100,000 on H-1B visas, a series of contradictory statements made by his former ally, Elon Musk, has resurfaced on social media. The Tesla CEO’s flip-flop on the issue from defending the H-1B visa system to calling it a “broken” programme that needs “major reform” has drawn attention on the internet. Last year in December, before Trump was elected as the president, the billionaire said that the H-1B system needs to be overhauled. “No question that the H1B system needs to be overhauled,” Musk said in a post on X on December 28.

Last year in December, before Trump was elected as the president, the billionaire said that the H-1B system needs to be overhauled. However, hours later, he said that H-1B system a role in the success of his companies, Tesla and SpaceX.

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