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Russia's Krasheninnikov volcano, which has remained dormant for over 450 years, has now erupted, said the nation's emergency authority on Sunday (Aug 3). This surprise volcanic eruption comes days after an 8.8 magnitude earthquake – the strongest quake on record – hit the region. The volcano in Russia's eastern Kamchatka region spewed a towering plume of ash, as shown in pictures released by Russian state media. As per the Smithsonian Institution's Global Volcanism Program, the volcano last erupted in 1550.<h2>Ash plume spreading</h2>As per a Telegram post by the Kamchatka Ministry of Emergency Situations, the plume of ash spewing from the volcano is estimated to have reached the whopping altitude of 6,000 metres (19,700 feet). "The plume is spreading eastward from the volcano toward the Pacific Ocean. There are no populated areas along its path, and no ashfall has been recorded in inhabited localities," said the ministry in its post.For now, the volcano has been assigned an "orange" aviation hazard code, said the ministry. This means that the flights in the area may be disrupted because of Krasheninnikov volcano.The Krasheninnikov volcano eruption follows another volcanic eruption on Wednesday. The Klyuchevskoy volcano, which happens to be the most active volcano in Europe and Asia. As per the AFP, eruptions of Klyuchevskoy re very common. According to the&nbsp;Global Volcanism Program, in the last 25 years – since 2000 – at least 18 eruptions have been recorded.<h2>Russia's mega earthquake</h2>The two eruptions come after Russia on Wednesday (Jul 30) was rocked by a mega quake measuring 8.8 magnitude on the Richter scale. The earthquake, which left people shaken and triggered tsunami warnings in the nation, along with Japan and the United States. The epicentre of this strong quake, as per the United States Geological Survey (USGS) was located 133 km southeast of Petropavlovsk‑Kamchatsky in Russia, at a depth of 74 km. The mega-quake, as per the regional seismic monitoring service, was the region's strongest since 1952. It warned that aftershocks of up to 7.5 magnitude were possible. "The strongest earthquake since 1952 has just occurred in the Kamchatka seismic zone ...&nbsp;Given the scale of the event, strong aftershocks with a magnitude of up to 7.5 should be expected," Kamchatka's geophysical service said on Telegram. &nbsp;

The volcano in Russia's eastern Kamchatka region spewed a towering plume of ash, as shown in pictures released by Russian state media. As per the Smithsonian Institution's Global Volcanism Program, the volcano last erupted in 1550.

Russia's Krasheninnikov volcano, which has remained dormant for over 450 years, has now erupted, said the nation's emergency authority on Sunday (Aug 3). This surprise volcanic eruption comes days after an 8.8 magnitude earthquake – the strongest quake on record – hit the region. The volcano in Russia's eastern Kamchatka region spewed a towering plume of ash, as shown in pictures released by Russian state media. As per the Smithsonian Institution's Global Volcanism Program, the volcano last erupted in 1550. Ash plume spreading As per a Telegram post by the Kamchatka Ministry of Emergency Situations, the plume of ash spewing from the volcano is estimated to have reached the whopping altitude of 6,000 metres (19,700 feet). "The plume is spreading eastward from the volcano toward the Pacific Ocean. There are no populated areas along its path, and no ashfall has been recorded in inhabited localities," said the ministry in its post. For now, the volcano has been assigned an "orange" aviation hazard code, said the ministry. This means that the flights in the area may be disrupted because of Krasheninnikov volcano. The Krasheninnikov volcano eruption follows another volcanic eruption on Wednesday. The Klyuchevskoy volcano, which happens to be the most active volcano in Europe and Asia. As per the AFP, eruptions of Klyuchevskoy re very common. According to the Global Volcanism Program, in the last 25 years – since 2000 – at least 18 eruptions have been recorded. Russia's mega earthquake The two eruptions come after Russia on Wednesday (Jul 30) was rocked by a mega quake measuring 8.8 magnitude on the Richter scale. The earthquake, which left people shaken and triggered tsunami warnings in the nation, along with Japan and the United States. The epicentre of this strong quake, as per the United States Geological Survey (USGS) was located 133 km southeast of Petropavlovsk‑Kamchatsky in Russia, at a depth of 74 km. The mega-quake, as per the regional seismic monitoring service, was the region's strongest since 1952. It warned that aftershocks of up to 7.5 magnitude were possible. "The strongest earthquake since 1952 has just occurred in the Kamchatka seismic zone ... Given the scale of the event, strong aftershocks with a magnitude of up to 7.5 should be expected," Kamchatka's geophysical service said on Telegram.

The volcano in Russia's eastern Kamchatka region spewed a towering plume of ash, as shown in pictures released by Russian state media. As per the Smithsonian Institution's Global Volcanism Program, the volcano last erupted in 1550.

Apocalypse from below? Russia’s 8.8 mega-quake followed by Krasheninnikov volcano's first eruption in over 450 years

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Saturday (August 2) said that its team at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) heard explosions and saw smoke coming from a nearby location. The nuclear plant said one of its auxiliary facilities was attacked today, the IAEA said in a statement. IAEA &nbsp;said that there has been no direct damage to reactors, but it raises global safety risks. "The auxiliary facility is located 1,200 metres from the ZNPP's site perimeter, and the IAEA team could still see smoke from that direction in the afternoon," the nuclear watchdog said. &nbsp;Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant is the largest nuclear power plant in Europe and among the 10 largest in the world.&nbsp;Several reports also indicated that a civilian was killed near the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant amid Ukrainian shelling of a nearby industrial zone, the plant's operator said. "As a result of artillery shelling by the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the area of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, a fire broke out in the industrial zone. During a site inspection, a damaged civilian passenger vehicle, unrelated to the plant's operations, was discovered. To our deep regret, a deceased civilian was found inside the vehicle," the operator said in a post on social media Telegram. While firefighters worked to extinguish the fire, a fire truck was targeted by a Ukrainian drone, according to the post.&nbsp;"Once again, I call for maximum military restraint near nuclear facilities to prevent the continued risk of a nuclear accident," said IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The IAEA team at Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant heard explosions and saw smoke coming from a nearby location where the plant said one of its auxiliary facilities was attacked today, Director General <a href="https://twitter.com/rafaelmgrossi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@rafaelmgrossi</a> said: <a href="https://t.co/707WUDk9sg">https://t.co/707WUDk9sg</a> <a href="https://t.co/Arhh9YbWff">pic.twitter.com/Arhh9YbWff</a>&mdash; IAEA - International Atomic Energy Agency ⚛️ (@iaeaorg) <a href="https://twitter.com/iaeaorg/status/1951729506257105212?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Meanwhile, Russian forces launched a missile attack on the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, early on Sunday. The city’s military administration confirmed the strike, and residents reported hearing a loud explosion shortly after midnight, which shook buildings across the area. Meanwhile, a Ukrainian drone strike reportedly caused a fire at an oil depot in the Russian city of Sochi, according to regional Governor Veniamin Kondratyev.

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Saturday (August 2) said that its team at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) heard explosions and saw smoke coming from a nearby location. 

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Saturday (August 2) said that its team at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) heard explosions and saw smoke coming from a nearby location. The nuclear plant said one of its auxiliary facilities was attacked today, the IAEA said in a statement. IAEA said that there has been no direct damage to reactors, but it raises global safety risks. "The auxiliary facility is located 1,200 metres from the ZNPP's site perimeter, and the IAEA team could still see smoke from that direction in the afternoon," the nuclear watchdog said. Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant is the largest nuclear power plant in Europe and among the 10 largest in the world. Several reports also indicated that a civilian was killed near the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant amid Ukrainian shelling of a nearby industrial zone, the plant's operator said. "As a result of artillery shelling by the Ukrainian Armed Forces in the area of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, a fire broke out in the industrial zone. During a site inspection, a damaged civilian passenger vehicle, unrelated to the plant's operations, was discovered. To our deep regret, a deceased civilian was found inside the vehicle," the operator said in a post on social media Telegram. While firefighters worked to extinguish the fire, a fire truck was targeted by a Ukrainian drone, according to the post. "Once again, I call for maximum military restraint near nuclear facilities to prevent the continued risk of a nuclear accident," said IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi.

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on Saturday (August 2) said that its team at Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) heard explosions and saw smoke coming from a nearby location.&nbsp;

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Nearly 9 out of 10 Israeli military probes into alleged war crimes or misconduct by its troops in Gaza since the war began have either been closed without fault or left unresolved, a new report claims. UK-based group Action on Armed Violence (AOAV) has reached this conclusion after tracking 52 publicly reported investigations between October 2023 and June 2025. These incidents collectively involved the deaths of over 1,300 Palestinians and injuries to nearly 1,900 more. But according to AOAV, only six cases so far have resulted in any disciplinary action—and just one led to a soldier serving a few months behind bars.<h2>Israel's unpunished war crimes</h2>These war crimes, as reported by the Guardian, include incidents where Palestinians queueing for food were gunned down and an instance where a soldier attacked bound and blindfolded prisoners with fists and a baton. Among the still-unresolved cases are some of the most shocking civilian death tolls in the conflict: – The February 2024 flour queue airstrike in Gaza City that killed at least 112 – The May firebombing of a tent camp in Rafah that killed 45 – The June 1 shooting of 31 civilians trying to collect food at a Rafah distribution point. Even as witnesses said Israeli forces opened fire on unarmed civilians, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) initially dismissed the reports as "false," before later claiming that the incident was still "under review."<h2>Israel's pattern of impunity</h2>AOAV's researchers, Iain Overton and Lucas Tsantzouris, suggest that the data suggests that Israel was seeking to create a "pattern of impunity" by delaying, burying, or clearing allegations of wrongdoing even in cases involving "the most severe or public accusations of wrongdoing by their forces".The IDF, however, insists it was meeting both Israeli and international legal standards. It claims it "conducts examination and investigation processes regarding exceptional incidents that occurred during operational activity, in which there is a suspicion of a violation of the law". It said it uses a dual system — a military police division under the advocate general for criminal enquiries and a fact-finding assessment (FFA) team that gathers preliminary information.But critics, including the Israeli rights group Yesh Din, argue the process is opaque, slow, and rarely leads to meaningful accountability. Of 664 FFA investigations opened after previous Gaza operations, only one led to a prosecution, said the group.In its most recent update, in August 2024, the IDF said it had launched 74 criminal probes since the war began, including 52 related to detainee deaths or mistreatment. Only a handful involve suspected war crimes during combat. Most others involve theft, property damage, or alleged abuse.The one case that led to jail time involved a reservist who beat blindfolded prisoners at the Sde Teiman detention facility. He was sentenced to seven months. Another rare example of disciplinary action came after seven World Central Kitchen aid workers were killed in an April airstrike. A colonel and a major were dismissed, and three officers were reprimanded. The IDF called it a "grave mistake" caused by a misidentification, but the charity later dismissed the probe as lacking credibility.

Out of incidents collectively involved the deaths of over 1,300 Palestinians and injuries to nearly 1,900 more, only six cases so far have resulted in any disciplinary action—and just one led to a soldier serving a few months behind bars, reports AOAV.

Nearly 9 out of 10 Israeli military probes into alleged war crimes or misconduct by its troops in Gaza since the war began have either been closed without fault or left unresolved, a new report claims. UK-based group Action on Armed Violence (AOAV) has reached this conclusion after tracking 52 publicly reported investigations between October 2023 and June 2025. These incidents collectively involved the deaths of over 1,300 Palestinians and injuries to nearly 1,900 more. But according to AOAV, only six cases so far have resulted in any disciplinary action—and just one led to a soldier serving a few months behind bars. Israel's unpunished war crimes These war crimes, as reported by the Guardian, include incidents where Palestinians queueing for food were gunned down and an instance where a soldier attacked bound and blindfolded prisoners with fists and a baton. Among the still-unresolved cases are some of the most shocking civilian death tolls in the conflict: – The February 2024 flour queue airstrike in Gaza City that killed at least 112 – The May firebombing of a tent camp in Rafah that killed 45 – The June 1 shooting of 31 civilians trying to collect food at a Rafah distribution point. Even as witnesses said Israeli forces opened fire on unarmed civilians, the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) initially dismissed the reports as "false," before later claiming that the incident was still "under review." Israel's pattern of impunity AOAV's researchers, Iain Overton and Lucas Tsantzouris, suggest that the data suggests that Israel was seeking to create a "pattern of impunity" by delaying, burying, or clearing allegations of wrongdoing even in cases involving "the most severe or public accusations of wrongdoing by their forces". The IDF, however, insists it was meeting both Israeli and international legal standards. It claims it "conducts examination and investigation processes regarding exceptional incidents that occurred during operational activity, in which there is a suspicion of a violation of the law". It said it uses a dual system — a military police division under the advocate general for criminal enquiries and a fact-finding assessment (FFA) team that gathers preliminary information. But critics, including the Israeli rights group Yesh Din, argue the process is opaque, slow, and rarely leads to meaningful accountability. Of 664 FFA investigations opened after previous Gaza operations, only one led to a prosecution, said the group. In its most recent update, in August 2024, the IDF said it had launched 74 criminal probes since the war began, including 52 related to detainee deaths or mistreatment. Only a handful involve suspected war crimes during combat. Most others involve theft, property damage, or alleged abuse. The one case that led to jail time involved a reservist who beat blindfolded prisoners at the Sde Teiman detention facility. He was sentenced to seven months. Another rare example of disciplinary action came after seven World Central Kitchen aid workers were killed in an April airstrike. A colonel and a major were dismissed, and three officers were reprimanded. The IDF called it a "grave mistake" caused by a misidentification, but the charity later dismissed the probe as lacking credibility.

Out of incidents collectively involved the deaths of over 1,300 Palestinians and injuries to nearly 1,900 more, only six cases so far have resulted in any disciplinary action—and just one led to a soldier serving a few months behind bars, reports AOAV.

Impunity in Gaza? 9 in 10 Israeli probes into soldiers killing civilians end without punishment, reports monitoring group

United States-based businessman and social activist Sukhi Chahal has died under unknown circumstances in California, as per reports. Jaspal Singh, a close friend of Chahal said on Saturday (August 2) that he was invited to dinner by an acquaintance at their residence on Thursday. He said that Chahal felt unwell after the dinner and passed away. Sukhi Chahal, who was the founder and CEO of The Khalsa Today, was known for his anti-Khalistani views and his widespread criticism of Khalistani elements in foreign soil. He had received several death threats from Khalistani groups.&nbsp;&nbsp;"Shortly after dinner, his health suddenly deteriorated, and he died on the spot," Singh said, adding that Sukhi was in good health, and his sudden and unexplained death has raised several questions. Sukhi was widely known for his outspoken criticism of Khalistani elements abroad, he said. Reporting about his death, Times of India quoted Singh and said that what raises suspicion is that Sukhi died before the planned Khalistan Referendum event in Washington DC on August 17 this year. Chahal was fiercely opposing the event. The report also quoted another acquaintance of the deceased from California, Boota Singh Kaler, and said that his death has triggered a wave of grief among pro-India communities. "Police are investigating the incident," Kaler said, adding that the autopsy report will reveal the truth.&nbsp;Meanwhile, a fake claim of Sukhi Chahal being a RAW officer was floated on social media by an account named ‘TacticalTribun’. However, the claims were found to be false by fact-checkers who said that Chahal was the founder and chairman of Punjab Foundation, USA, and a staunch anti-Khalistan voice. In a recent post on his X account, he wrote, “The United States is a society of law and order. Crimes like assault by foreign visitors will not be tolerated. If you break the law in the US, your US visa can be revoked, and you may be ineligible to return to the US.”

US based businessman and social activist Sukhi Chahal has died under unclear circumstances in California. A close friend said he felt unwell after a dinner and passed away. Founder of The Khalsa Today, Chahal was known for his anti-Khalistani stance and had received death threats.

United States-based businessman and social activist Sukhi Chahal has died under unknown circumstances in California, as per reports. Jaspal Singh, a close friend of Chahal said on Saturday (August 2) that he was invited to dinner by an acquaintance at their residence on Thursday. He said that Chahal felt unwell after the dinner and passed away. Sukhi Chahal, who was the founder and CEO of The Khalsa Today, was known for his anti-Khalistani views and his widespread criticism of Khalistani elements in foreign soil. He had received several death threats from Khalistani groups. "Shortly after dinner, his health suddenly deteriorated, and he died on the spot," Singh said, adding that Sukhi was in good health, and his sudden and unexplained death has raised several questions. Sukhi was widely known for his outspoken criticism of Khalistani elements abroad, he said. Reporting about his death, Times of India quoted Singh and said that what raises suspicion is that Sukhi died before the planned Khalistan Referendum event in Washington DC on August 17 this year. Chahal was fiercely opposing the event. The report also quoted another acquaintance of the deceased from California, Boota Singh Kaler, and said that his death has triggered a wave of grief among pro-India communities. "Police are investigating the incident," Kaler said, adding that the autopsy report will reveal the truth. Meanwhile, a fake claim of Sukhi Chahal being a RAW officer was floated on social media by an account named ‘TacticalTribun’. However, the claims were found to be false by fact-checkers who said that Chahal was the founder and chairman of Punjab Foundation, USA, and a staunch anti-Khalistan voice. In a recent post on his X account, he wrote, “The United States is a society of law and order. Crimes like assault by foreign visitors will not be tolerated. If you break the law in the US, your US visa can be revoked, and you may be ineligible to return to the US.”

US based businessman and social activist Sukhi Chahal has died under unclear circumstances in California. A close friend said he felt unwell after a dinner and passed away. Founder of The Khalsa Today, Chahal was known for his anti-Khalistani stance and had received death threats.

Anti-Khalistan activist mysteriously dies in US days before Khalistani referendum: Reports

The US Senate on Saturday confirmed former television personality and judge Jeanine Pirro to a key US judiciary post, making her the latest Donald Trump-nominated Fox News host to join the government.Pirro was confirmed to become the US Attorney for the District of Columbia in a 50-45 vote, as Trump urged the Republican-led Senate to work through the weekend to approve his nominations over six months after he returned to the White House.Pirro was named to the position in an interim capacity by Trump -- who has made a habit of filling powerful government posts with right-wing television network hosts and hardline loyalists -- in May.The brash 74-year-old former district attorney of New York's Westchester County was previously described by Trump as being "in a class by herself."She made a name for herself hosting weekend television show "Judge Jeanine Pirro" (2008-2011) and then Fox News Channel's "Justice with Judge Jeanine," which ran for 11 years.She was a co-host of Fox News's show "The Five" until she assumed her interim post, considered one of the most powerful US attorney roles.Pirro will join the ranks of other cable news hires like Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who co-hosted "Fox &amp; Friends Weekend," and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, a former reality TV show competitor and Fox Business co-host.Dick Durbin, the top Democrat on the Senate's Judiciary Committee, said Pirro "should never be a permanent US Attorney," calling her pick a "rubber stamp for Donald Trump."Durbin cited Pirro's promotion of conspiracy theories in relation to the 2020 election, which Trump lost to Joe Biden.After touting unfounded allegations of election fraud in 2020, Pirro was named a defendant in a defamation lawsuit filed by Dominion Voting Systems, which said Fox broadcast false statements about the company.Fox News settled the case for nearly $800 million.She has also authored several books, including "Liars, Leakers, and Liberals: The Case Against the Anti-Trump Conspiracy," from 2018. The Washington Post described the book as "sycophantic" in its support for Trump.Her ex-husband Albert Pirro was convicted of tax evasion when she was a district attorney in New York. He was pardoned by Trump during his first presidential term.As part of the spate of expedited confirmation votes, Trump's former lawyer Emil Bove became a federal appellate judge last week.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.&nbsp;

Pirro was named to the position in an interim capacity by Trump -- who has made a habit of filling powerful government posts with right-wing television network hosts and hardline loyalists -- in May.

The US Senate on Saturday confirmed former television personality and judge Jeanine Pirro to a key US judiciary post, making her the latest Donald Trump-nominated Fox News host to join the government. Pirro was confirmed to become the US Attorney for the District of Columbia in a 50-45 vote, as Trump urged the Republican-led Senate to work through the weekend to approve his nominations over six months after he returned to the White House. Pirro was named to the position in an interim capacity by Trump -- who has made a habit of filling powerful government posts with right-wing television network hosts and hardline loyalists -- in May. The brash 74-year-old former district attorney of New York's Westchester County was previously described by Trump as being "in a class by herself." She made a name for herself hosting weekend television show "Judge Jeanine Pirro" (2008-2011) and then Fox News Channel's "Justice with Judge Jeanine," which ran for 11 years. She was a co-host of Fox News's show "The Five" until she assumed her interim post, considered one of the most powerful US attorney roles. Pirro will join the ranks of other cable news hires like Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, who co-hosted "Fox & Friends Weekend," and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, a former reality TV show competitor and Fox Business co-host. Dick Durbin, the top Democrat on the Senate's Judiciary Committee, said Pirro "should never be a permanent US Attorney," calling her pick a "rubber stamp for Donald Trump." Durbin cited Pirro's promotion of conspiracy theories in relation to the 2020 election, which Trump lost to Joe Biden. After touting unfounded allegations of election fraud in 2020, Pirro was named a defendant in a defamation lawsuit filed by Dominion Voting Systems, which said Fox broadcast false statements about the company. Fox News settled the case for nearly $800 million. She has also authored several books, including "Liars, Leakers, and Liberals: The Case Against the Anti-Trump Conspiracy," from 2018. The Washington Post described the book as "sycophantic" in its support for Trump. Her ex-husband Albert Pirro was convicted of tax evasion when she was a district attorney in New York. He was pardoned by Trump during his first presidential term. As part of the spate of expedited confirmation votes, Trump's former lawyer Emil Bove became a federal appellate judge last week. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Pirro was named to the position in an interim capacity by Trump -- who has made a habit of filling powerful government posts with right-wing television network hosts and hardline loyalists -- in May.

Trump loyalist, former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro confirmed to powerful US attorney post

The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported a magnitude of 3.0 earthquake in New Jersey late on Saturday (August 2). Multiple reports suggested that tremors were felt in New York, Westchester and Rockland. The USGS recorded in the suburb of Hasbrouck Heights, less than 8 miles (13 kilometers) west of Central Park, at a depth of about 6.2 miles (10 kilometers).Videos on social media showed violent shaking. While the quake caused no reported damage or injuries, it briefly unsettled residents in both New Jersey and New York City, with residents sharing their experience online. Earlier, a moderately strong, 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck in Mexico on Saturday, according to the USGS. However, the 3.3 magnitude quake was much milder than a 4.8-magnitude quake in 2024 that struck in Tewksbury, New Jersey, a little farther west of the city.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Anyone in New York City just felt an earthquake…? <a href="https://t.co/PFpUJH6T43">pic.twitter.com/PFpUJH6T43</a>— Jasbir Karhana (@iJasbirKarhana) <a href="https://twitter.com/iJasbirKarhana/status/1951833715656818728?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The earthquake comes three days after a very powerful magnitude 8.8 earthquake hit Russia's Far Eastern Kamchatka coast, triggering tsunami warnings as far away as French Polynesia and Chile, and was followed by an eruption of the most active volcano on the peninsula.The shallow quake damaged buildings and injured several people in the remote Russian region, while much of Japan's eastern seaboard - devastated by a 9.0 magnitude earthquake and tsunami in 2011 - was ordered to evacuate, as were parts of Hawaii. Tsunami and earthquake warnings were issued in multiple cities in United States including Alaska.&nbsp;&nbsp;Tsunami waves also hit the Marquesas on Wednesday. Some initial wave surges were reported on Nuku Hiva, the largest of the Marquesas, about 1,400 km northeast of Tahiti, and between five to 10 additional waves were expected in the coming hours, news agency Reuters reported. Russian scientists said the quake in Kamchatka was the most powerful to hit the region since 1952. The US Geological Survey said it was shallow, at a depth of 19.3 km (12 miles), and centred 119 km (74 miles) east-southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, a city of 165,000.

The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported a magnitude of 3.0 earthquake in New Jersey late on Saturday (August 2). Multiple reports suggested that tremors were felt in New York, Westchester and Rockland. 

The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported a magnitude of 3.0 earthquake in New Jersey late on Saturday (August 2). Multiple reports suggested that tremors were felt in New York, Westchester and Rockland. The USGS recorded in the suburb of Hasbrouck Heights, less than 8 miles (13 kilometers) west of Central Park, at a depth of about 6.2 miles (10 kilometers).Videos on social media showed violent shaking. While the quake caused no reported damage or injuries, it briefly unsettled residents in both New Jersey and New York City, with residents sharing their experience online. Earlier, a moderately strong, 5.8-magnitude earthquake struck in Mexico on Saturday, according to the USGS. However, the 3.3 magnitude quake was much milder than a 4.8-magnitude quake in 2024 that struck in Tewksbury, New Jersey, a little farther west of the city.

The US Geological Survey (USGS) reported a magnitude of 3.0 earthquake in New Jersey late on Saturday (August 2). Multiple reports suggested that tremors were felt in New York, Westchester and Rockland.&nbsp;

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Days after the former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev said that the US ultimatum to Russia is a 'call for war', President Donald Trump ordered two nuclear submarines to be positioned in the "appropriate regions" near Russia. Trump said that it was in response of 'inflammatory statements' by Medvedev. He also warned that such rhetoric can lead to unintended consequences. "I have ordered two Nuclear Submarines to be positioned in the appropriate regions, just in case these foolish and inflammatory statements are more than just that," Trump said in a social media post. He added that he ordered the submarines as, "Words are very important, and can often lead to unintended consequences, I hope this will not be one of those instances."

<h2>Who is Dmitry Medvedev?</h2>The former president of Russia, Dmitry Anatolyevich Medvedev, who has triggered Trump, now serves as Deputy Chairman of the Security Council of the Russian Federation. Medvedev, who was born on September 14, 1965, held the position of President and Prime Minister, is now a trusted ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Once seen as a moderate reformer with pro-Western leanings, Medvedev has in recent years adopted a far more nationalistic stance, particularly since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. He studied law at Leningrad State University. In the 1990s, he worked as a legal advisor to then-Mayor Anatoly Sobchak, where he met and began working closely with Vladimir Putin, a relationship that would define his political career.&nbsp;Medvedev served as the President of Russia from 2008 to 2012, succeeding Vladimir Putin, who became Prime Minister due to term limits. During his presidency, Medvedev portrayed himself as a moderniser. He supported technological innovation, a more open society, and improved relations with the West. He also signed the New START Treaty with the United States and called for reducing Russia’s dependence on oil and gas. Despite this reformist image, most analysts agree that Putin remained the dominant figure in Russian politics, with Medvedev acting as a placeholder president until Putin could return to power. Following Putin’s return to the presidency in 2012, Medvedev became Prime Minister, a position he held until 2020. His tenure was marked by economic challenges, Western sanctions after the annexation of Crimea, and a gradual decline in his influence. In January 2020, Medvedev resigned along with the rest of the cabinet during a government reshuffle. Shortly afterwards, he was appointed Deputy Chairman of the Security Council, a powerful position reporting directly to Putin.<h3>Transformation into what critics say ‘hardliner’</h3>Since the beginning of the Ukraine war in 2022, Medvedev’s public rhetoric has taken a dramatic turn. He has become one of the most aggressive and vocal supporters of the war, frequently issuing nuclear threats and sharply criticising the West, NATO, and Ukraine. Formerly known for his interest in social media, blogging, and modernisation, Medvedev now uses platforms like Telegram and X to deliver harsh, often inflammatory messages. Medvedev, however, remains a key figure in the Kremlin’s inner circle. As Deputy Chair of the Security Council, he holds significant influence in Russia’s national security and foreign policy apparatus.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">6. Iran’s political regime has survived — and in all likelihood, has come out even stronger. 7. The people are rallying around the country’s spiritual leadership, including those who were previously indifferent or opposed to it.&mdash; Dmitry Medvedev (@MedvedevRussiaE) <a href="https://twitter.com/MedvedevRussiaE/status/1936725961568837823?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>What did he say that triggered Trump?</h2>In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote, “Tell Medvedev, the failed former President of Russia, who thinks he’s still President, to watch his words. He’s entering very dangerous territory!” This comes after Medvedev said that Russia is not Iran or Israel, and mocked Trump's ‘10-day ultimatum’ to Russia for ending the Ukraine war. He added that Trump's ultimatum might actually be “a step towards war.” “Each new ultimatum is a threat and a step towards war. Not between Russia and Ukraine, but with his own country,” he wrote on X. In another post on X, Medvedev criticised Trump's action on BRICS, stating that the group is gaining prominence an doing everything right. Earlier this month, after US strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, the former Russian president had said that Trump's action only emboldened the Iranian leadership and exposed Israel and America's weaknesses in front of the world.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">BRICS is gaining authority. Trump announced that an additional 10% tariff would be imposed on any country that supports BRICS policy. So, we&#39;re doing everything right!&mdash; Dmitry Medvedev (@MedvedevRussiaE) <a href="https://twitter.com/MedvedevRussiaE/status/1942313082560172138?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 7, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Trump&#39;s playing the ultimatum game with Russia: 50 days or 10… He should remember 2 things: 1. Russia isn&#39;t Israel or even Iran. 2. Each new ultimatum is a threat and a step towards war. Not between Russia and Ukraine, but with his own country. Don&#39;t go down the Sleepy Joe road!&mdash; Dmitry Medvedev (@MedvedevRussiaE) <a href="https://twitter.com/MedvedevRussiaE/status/1949870764938711343?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

What seems to have angered Trump the most was Medvedev's stark reminder to US about Russia's devastating nuclear strike capabilities, including its so-called ‘Doomsday’ systems. Medvedev reminded Trump about his favourite film, ‘Walking Dead’, recalling the Soviet era, how dangerous the fabled 'Dead Hand' can be. Dead Hand, also known as the Perimeter, is a Cold War-era semi-automated nuclear retaliation system. It is termed as Russia's ‘Doomsday Device’, it is for a post-apocalyptic scenario. The terrifying purpose of this device is to launch a retaliatory nuclear strike even if the Russian leadership is completely wiped out. The dead hand is designed to detect nuclear strikes through seismic, radiation, and pressure sensors. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-s-dead-hand-medvedev-warning-trump-1754033109520">READ MORE about it</a>

After Dmitry Medvedev called a US ultimatum a "call for war," Donald Trump ordered two nuclear submarines near Russia, warning of "unintended consequences." Medvedev, once a reformist president, now a Putin ally, serves as Deputy Chair of Russia's Security Council. Here's more about him

Days after the former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev said that the US ultimatum to Russia is a 'call for war', President Donald Trump ordered two nuclear submarines to be positioned in the "appropriate regions" near Russia. Trump said that it was in response of 'inflammatory statements' by Medvedev. He also warned that such rhetoric can lead to unintended consequences. "I have ordered two Nuclear Submarines to be positioned in the appropriate regions, just in case these foolish and inflammatory statements are more than just that," Trump said in a social media post. He added that he ordered the submarines as, "Words are very important, and can often lead to unintended consequences, I hope this will not be one of those instances."

After Dmitry Medvedev called a US ultimatum a "call for war," Donald Trump ordered two nuclear submarines near Russia, warning of "unintended consequences." Medvedev, once a reformist president, now a Putin ally, serves as Deputy Chair of Russia's Security Council. Here's more about him

Who is Dmitry Medvedev? Putin ally whose 'words' triggered Trump into moving nuclear submarines

United States President Donald Trump has praised his Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, saying that she has become a star in her current role and that no one else has been a better press secretary than her. He also said that he likes her face, brain and 'the way her lips move.' Netizens on social media have slammed the US president for his remark, calling it problematic. Leavitt was appointed as Trump's press secretary in January 2024. She is the youngest press secretary in White House history.&nbsp;Trump was asked about Leavitt in his interview with Newsmax host Rob Finnerty on Friday night. He described exactly what he likes about her: “It’s that face. It’s that brain. It’s those lips, the way they move. They move like she’s a machine gun,” the president said. “She’s great. She’s a great person, actually, don’t think anybody has ever had a better press secretary than Karoline. She’s been amazing,” Trump continued.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Trump: Karoline Leavitt has become a star. It&#39;s that face, it&#39;s that brain, it&#39;s those lips, the way they move. WTF<a href="https://t.co/SwpVCBztO7">pic.twitter.com/SwpVCBztO7</a>&mdash; Republicans against Trump (@RpsAgainstTrump) <a href="https://twitter.com/RpsAgainstTrump/status/1951443504191905802?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Karoline Leavitt says Trump deserves Nobel Peace Prize</h2>&nbsp;Karoline Leavitt on Thursday (July 31) backed Trump's Nobel Peace Prize demand, reiterating that he has been instrumental in solving several crisis around the world. Estimating that Trump has delivered at least one peace deal per month in his six month tenure as US president, Leavitt reiterated the call for the Nobel Peace Prize. Earlier, Trump had said that he does not get credit for his work and the Nobel Committee won't award him the peace prize because they give it to the ‘left’ and ‘radical.’&nbsp;Detailing about the recent Thailand-Cambodia conflict, Leavitt said, "On the peace front, President Trump helped deliver an immediate and unconditional ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia. The two countries were engaged in a deadly conflict that had displaced more than 300,000 people until President Trump stepped in to put an end to it." The ceasefire agreement was announced by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, current chair of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), who mediated talks between Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and acting Thai Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai at his official residence near the capital, Kuala Lumpur. She further added that the US President "spoke directly on the phone with the acting Prime Minister of Thailand and the Prime Minister of Cambodia, to inform both the leaders that unless they brought the conflict to an end, there would be no trade discussions or agreements with the United States. Almost immediately afterwards, a peace was brokered that will save thousands of lives and allowed for trade negotiations with these countries to resume, and they have."&nbsp;

United States President Donald Trump has praised his Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, saying that she has become a star in her current role and that no one else has been a better press secretary than her.

United States President Donald Trump has praised his Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, saying that she has become a star in her current role and that no one else has been a better press secretary than her. He also said that he likes her face, brain and 'the way her lips move.' Netizens on social media have slammed the US president for his remark, calling it problematic. Leavitt was appointed as Trump's press secretary in January 2024. She is the youngest press secretary in White House history. Trump was asked about Leavitt in his interview with Newsmax host Rob Finnerty on Friday night. He described exactly what he likes about her: “It’s that face. It’s that brain. It’s those lips, the way they move. They move like she’s a machine gun,” the president said. “She’s great. She’s a great person, actually, don’t think anybody has ever had a better press secretary than Karoline. She’s been amazing,” Trump continued.

United States President Donald Trump has praised his Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, saying that she has become a star in her current role and that no one else has been a better press secretary than her.

'It’s those lips...the way they move': Trump praises 'best press secretary' Karoline Leavitt after she backs him for Nobel Peace Prize

Recently, it was revealed that the National Museum of American History has removed a placard detailing US President Donald Trump's two impeachments. The display, the "impeachment" exhibit, part of the wider exhibit called "The American Presidency", until July 2025 included references to both of Trump's impeachments and now states, “Only three presidents have seriously faced removal.” Reports suggested that the exhibit was taken down, supposedly as part of a content review that the Smithsonian has "agreed to undertake following pressure from the White House to remove an art museum director". However, on Saturday, the Smithsonian, in a post on X, insisted that the move had nothing to do with pressure from the White House.<h2>Cover up or something else? What did the Smithsonian say?</h2>In a statement posted Saturday on X, the Smithsonian said the placard — which had been added to an existing presidential impeachment exhibit — was a temporary addition that "did not meet the museum's standards in appearance, location, timeline, and overall presentation." The museum added that "It was not consistent with other sections in the exhibit and moreover blocked the view of the objects inside its case. For these reasons, we removed the placard.""We were not asked by any Administration or other government official to remove content from the exhibit," it insisted.Despite the current controversy, the Smithsonian says the impeachment exhibit is being revised. The exhibit "will be updated in the coming weeks to reflect all impeachment proceedings in our nation's history," it said.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">As the keeper of memory for the nation, it is our privilege and responsibility to tell accurate and complete histories. As has been recently reported, in July, a placard was removed from <a href="https://twitter.com/amhistorymuseum?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@amhistorymuseum</a>’s exhibit “The American Presidency: A Glorious Burden.”  The intent of the…&mdash; Smithsonian (@smithsonian) <a href="https://twitter.com/smithsonian/status/1951731040340287902?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The response comes two days after The Washington Post reported that the Trump-era placard had quietly disappeared last month, replaced with older signage that referred only to Andrew Johnson, Richard Nixon, and Bill Clinton — omitting Trump, who is the only US president to have been impeached twice. It also reported that the museum's parent organisation began reviewing content following tensions with the Trump administration, which recently moved to oust a director of one of the Smithsonian's art museums.<h2>United States' impeached presidents</h2>In the US, four presidents have been impeached:<ul><li>Andrew Johnson in 1868 for violating the Tenure of Office Act—was acquitted by the Senate later.</li><li>Richard Nixon, in 1974, faced impeachment proceedings for his role in the Watergate scandal. However, he resigned before the House could vote on the impeachment motion.</li><li>Bill Clinton in 1998 for the perjury and obstruction of justice related to his affair with Monica Lewinsky — was acquitted by the Senate later.</li><li>Donald Trump, as mentioned, has been impeached twice. In 2019, he was impeached for abuse of power and for alleged unlawful solicitation from Ukraine. In 2021, he was impeached over the Jan 6 US Capitol insurrection. Both times, he was acquitted by the Senate.</li></ul><h2>Trump rewriting history?</h2>Since his return to the White House, Donald Trump has made multiple attempts to exert influence over American cultural institutions. Since January of this year, he has taken over the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, has made drastic changes at the National Endowment for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Humanities and has imposed budget cuts on the National Park Service.In March, in an apparent bid to exert influence on the Smithsonian, he signed an executive order to eliminate what he called "anti-American ideology" across the Smithsonian museums and "restore the Smithsonian Institution to its rightful place as a symbol of inspiration and American greatness." He later, without any authority, tried to fire Kim Sajet, the director of the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, accusing her of being "a highly partisan" person. To back his attempts, his White House later published a list of 17 instances, including the caption for the museum's presidential portrait for Trump, which mentioned the two impeachments and "incitement of insurrection" for Jan 6.

 Reports suggested that the exhibit was taken down as the Smithsonian "agreed to undertake following pressure from the White House to remove an art museum director". However, on Saturday, the museum insisted that the move had nothing to do with pressure from the White House.

Recently, it was revealed that the National Museum of American History has removed a placard detailing US President Donald Trump's two impeachments. The display, the "impeachment" exhibit, part of the wider exhibit called "The American Presidency", until July 2025 included references to both of Trump's impeachments and now states, “Only three presidents have seriously faced removal.” Reports suggested that the exhibit was taken down, supposedly as part of a content review that the Smithsonian has "agreed to undertake following pressure from the White House to remove an art museum director". However, on Saturday, the Smithsonian, in a post on X, insisted that the move had nothing to do with pressure from the White House. Cover up or something else? What did the Smithsonian say? In a statement posted Saturday on X, the Smithsonian said the placard — which had been added to an existing presidential impeachment exhibit — was a temporary addition that "did not meet the museum's standards in appearance, location, timeline, and overall presentation." The museum added that "It was not consistent with other sections in the exhibit and moreover blocked the view of the objects inside its case. For these reasons, we removed the placard." "We were not asked by any Administration or other government official to remove content from the exhibit," it insisted. Despite the current controversy, the Smithsonian says the impeachment exhibit is being revised. The exhibit "will be updated in the coming weeks to reflect all impeachment proceedings in our nation's history," it said.

&nbsp;Reports suggested that the exhibit was taken down as the Smithsonian "agreed to undertake following pressure from the White House to remove an art museum director". However, on Saturday, the museum insisted that the move had nothing to do with pressure from the White House.

Cover up? Smithsonian says Trump impeachment exhibit removal wasn't due to White House pressure

The US Office of Special Counsel has launched an investigation into Jack Smith, the former special counsel who brought two federal criminal cases against President Donald Trump, according to reports published in US media on Saturday (Aug 2). The inquiry, first reported by The New York Times, will examine whether Smith violated the Hatch Act—a law that bars federal employees from engaging in partisan political activity while on the job. Republican Senator Tom Cotton reportedly requested the probe, alleging that Smith's prosecution decisions may have been politically motivated and timed to influence the 2024 election.<h2>Who is Jack Smith?</h2>Jack Smith, appointed special counsel in 2022, led two high-profile federal investigations against Trump: one for attempting to overturn the 2020 election and another for mishandling classified documents after leaving office. Trump denied all charges and repeatedly claimed the cases were politically motivated, while alleging that the Justice Department was being weaponised against him.It must be noted that neither case reached trial. After Trump won the 2024 election, the Justice Department, citing its long-standing policy of not prosecuting sitting presidents, dropped both cases. Smith resigned shortly afterwards, before Trump could act on his campaign vow to fire him.Importantly, the Office of Special Counsel investigating Smith is not part of the Department of Justice, despite sharing a similar name. Its role is to monitor the conduct of federal employees and enforce federal employment rules—not oversee criminal prosecutions. It cannot charge Smith with any crime but could refer its findings to the DOJ, which has the power to prosecute.<h2>What is the Hatch Act?</h2>The Hatch Act, enacted in 1939, regulates the political activities of federal employees and certain state and local government workers. If found guilty under the Hatch act Smith may face the harshest penalty under the law. The most severe penalty under the Hatch Act is removal from federal service, which does not apply to Smith as he no longer holds a government position.<h2>Trump's political retribution continues?</h2>Since returning to office in January, Trump has acted swiftly to target former officials and critics. His administration has revoked security clearances, cut protective details, and defunded institutions he claims worked against him. In recent weeks, the FBI opened criminal investigations into former FBI director James Comey and ex-CIA chief John Brennan—both prominent Trump critics. Comey's daughter Maurene, a federal prosecutor involved in the Jeffrey Epstein case, was also abruptly dismissed—raising further questions about political retribution inside the Trump administration.

The inquiry will examine whether by prosecuting Donald Trump, former special counsel Jack Smith violated the Hatch Act—a law that bars federal employees from engaging in partisan political activity while on the job. 

The US Office of Special Counsel has launched an investigation into Jack Smith, the former special counsel who brought two federal criminal cases against President Donald Trump, according to reports published in US media on Saturday (Aug 2). The inquiry, first reported by The New York Times, will examine whether Smith violated the Hatch Act—a law that bars federal employees from engaging in partisan political activity while on the job. Republican Senator Tom Cotton reportedly requested the probe, alleging that Smith's prosecution decisions may have been politically motivated and timed to influence the 2024 election. Who is Jack Smith? Jack Smith, appointed special counsel in 2022, led two high-profile federal investigations against Trump: one for attempting to overturn the 2020 election and another for mishandling classified documents after leaving office. Trump denied all charges and repeatedly claimed the cases were politically motivated, while alleging that the Justice Department was being weaponised against him. It must be noted that neither case reached trial. After Trump won the 2024 election, the Justice Department, citing its long-standing policy of not prosecuting sitting presidents, dropped both cases. Smith resigned shortly afterwards, before Trump could act on his campaign vow to fire him. Importantly, the Office of Special Counsel investigating Smith is not part of the Department of Justice, despite sharing a similar name. Its role is to monitor the conduct of federal employees and enforce federal employment rules—not oversee criminal prosecutions. It cannot charge Smith with any crime but could refer its findings to the DOJ, which has the power to prosecute. What is the Hatch Act? The Hatch Act, enacted in 1939, regulates the political activities of federal employees and certain state and local government workers. If found guilty under the Hatch act Smith may face the harshest penalty under the law. The most severe penalty under the Hatch Act is removal from federal service, which does not apply to Smith as he no longer holds a government position. Trump's political retribution continues? Since returning to office in January, Trump has acted swiftly to target former officials and critics. His administration has revoked security clearances, cut protective details, and defunded institutions he claims worked against him. In recent weeks, the FBI opened criminal investigations into former FBI director James Comey and ex-CIA chief John Brennan—both prominent Trump critics. Comey's daughter Maurene, a federal prosecutor involved in the Jeffrey Epstein case, was also abruptly dismissed—raising further questions about political retribution inside the Trump administration.

The inquiry will examine whether by prosecuting Donald Trump, former special counsel Jack Smith violated the Hatch Act—a law that bars federal employees from engaging in partisan political activity while on the job.&nbsp;

Who is Jack Smith? US opens investigation into special counsel who prosecuted Trump

As US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff visited war-torn Gaza, Hamas condemned Trump envoy's visit to the site operated by the Gaza Humanitarian Fund, calling it a "pre-arranged theatrical performance". However, the terror group also vowed not to disarm as long as the occupation exists and until there is a fully sovereign Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital.&nbsp;This comes hours after Witkoff told the families of hostages that Hamas has said it is ready to demilitarise. The Palestinian militant group said that Witkoff's visit is providing a political cover for managing starvation.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-trump-is-humanitarian-with-big-heart-us-president-to-approve-new-gaza-aid-plan-after-witkoff-and-huckabee-visit-strip-1753997177197">Also read: 'Trump is humanitarian with big heart': US President to approve new Gaza aid plan after Witkoff and Huckabee visit Strip</a>&nbsp;"Witkoff’s visit was nothing more than a pre-arranged theatrical performance aimed at misleading public opinion, polishing the image of the occupation, and providing it with political cover for managing starvation and continuing the systematic killing of children and unarmed civilians from our people in the Gaza Strip," Hamas stated.<h2>'American administration partner in crime'</h2>The Palestinian militant group Hamas slammed further, saying that the Trump administration is a full partner in the crime of genocide in Gaza.&nbsp;“The American administration is a full partner in the crime of starvation and genocide taking place in plain sight of the entire world,” it said.&nbsp;It further said that Witkoff’s misleading statements, along with the broadcast of propaganda images "attempting to portray the aid distribution as peaceful", are contradicted by the facts on the ground where he stood.&nbsp;“We call on the American administration to bear its historical responsibility by lifting the cover from the crime of the century in Gaza and moving towards a ceasefire agreement that leads to ending the aggression and the withdrawal of the occupation army," Hamas stated.&nbsp;Hamas further stressed that it won't disarm, vowing to continue its violent struggle "as long as the occupation exists".

Palestinian militant group Hamas said that Witkoff's visit is providing a political cover for managing starvation, adding that the Trump administration is a full partner in the crime of genocide in Gaza.

As US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff visited war-torn Gaza, Hamas condemned Trump envoy's visit to the site operated by the Gaza Humanitarian Fund, calling it a "pre-arranged theatrical performance". However, the terror group also vowed not to disarm as long as the occupation exists and until there is a fully sovereign Palestinian state with Jerusalem as its capital. This comes hours after Witkoff told the families of hostages that Hamas has said it is ready to demilitarise. The Palestinian militant group said that Witkoff's visit is providing a political cover for managing starvation. Also read: 'Trump is humanitarian with big heart': US President to approve new Gaza aid plan after Witkoff and Huckabee visit Strip "Witkoff’s visit was nothing more than a pre-arranged theatrical performance aimed at misleading public opinion, polishing the image of the occupation, and providing it with political cover for managing starvation and continuing the systematic killing of children and unarmed civilians from our people in the Gaza Strip," Hamas stated. 'American administration partner in crime' The Palestinian militant group Hamas slammed further, saying that the Trump administration is a full partner in the crime of genocide in Gaza. “The American administration is a full partner in the crime of starvation and genocide taking place in plain sight of the entire world,” it said. It further said that Witkoff’s misleading statements, along with the broadcast of propaganda images "attempting to portray the aid distribution as peaceful", are contradicted by the facts on the ground where he stood. “We call on the American administration to bear its historical responsibility by lifting the cover from the crime of the century in Gaza and moving towards a ceasefire agreement that leads to ending the aggression and the withdrawal of the occupation army," Hamas stated. Hamas further stressed that it won't disarm, vowing to continue its violent struggle "as long as the occupation exists".

Palestinian militant group Hamas said that Witkoff's visit is providing a political cover for managing starvation, adding that the Trump administration is a full partner in the crime of genocide in Gaza.

'Trump admin full partner in crime of genocide': Hamas slams envoy Witkoff's visit to Gaza amid starvation crisis

Ukraine once held the third-largest nuclear arsenal on earth. It once had nearly 5,900 nuclear warheads, it was more than Britain, France, and China combined, only fewer than the US and Russia. There were 176 intercontinental missiles in underground silos that could have struck anywhere on the globe. It also had 44 strategic bombers, each was capable of launching nuclear missions. There were 1900 strategic warheads for long-range strike and 4000 tactical ones for battlefield strikes.&nbsp;<h2>How did Ukraine have such a huge nuclear arsenal?</h2>On December 26, 1991, the Cold War ended with the fall of the USSR. Along with it ended the decade-long ideological war between the East and the West. The fall of the USSR can be attributed to many reasons, from the failed attempt by Mikhail Gorbachev to rejuvenate the Russian stagnating economy, the movement for independence in Soviet Republics, to the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster. All led to a chaotic dissolution of the Soviet Republic and the birth of 18 different states. Ukraine was one of those 18 states. It did not build any nuclear weapons. Soviets had stationed them on the Ukrainian soil to target the West, and Ukraine inherited them.<h2>Why did Ukraine give up its nuclear arsenal?</h2>Even though the missiles were stationed on Ukrainian soil, it did not have operational control over them. Most of the missiles were ageing and unstable. Ukraine lacked the money and expertise to maintain them, and the memories from the recent Chernobyl disaster were fresh. Moreover, Russia retained the launch codes and control systems for the long-range missiles; Ukraine could only use the tactical ones. The international community had started pressuring Ukraine to give up that arsenal. Bill Clinton, who was then the President of the United States, offered Ukraine $175 million to disarm. The deal was lucrative for a newly formed Ukraine.&nbsp;In 1994, Ukraine made the unprecedented decision to relinquish its nuclear weapons under the Budapest memorandum, based on security assurances from Russia, the United States and the United Kingdom. Ukraine agreed to transfer all of its nuclear warheads to Russia in exchange for sovereignty and territorial integrity. It acceded to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons. &nbsp;Between 1994 and 1996, Ukraine completed its disarmament.<h2>How did the gamble turn out?</h2>Not even 20 years had passed, Russia invaded Ukraine and annexed Crimea in 2014, which was a violation of the Budapest memorandum. In 2022, it launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, which is growing intensely as of now. However, during the signing of the Budapest memorandum, Russia was concerned about the possible expansion of NATO to its border. In 2008, at the Bucharest Summit, NATO member states agreed that Ukraine would become a member and following the annexation of Crimea, it became almost certain. NATO has been actively supporting Ukraine in defending against the current invasion by Russia. Since the beginning of 2025, the Russian intensity of attack has increased with a persistent barrage of missiles and drones. The scenario now carries a situation of war fatigue and a potential division within its leadership and with its allies&nbsp;

Ukraine once possessed the third-largest nuclear arsenal on earth, but it decided to disarm and sign the nuclear non-proliferation treaty. But with the recent invasion of Russia, it seemed Ukraine's gamble had somewhat backfired.

Ukraine once held the third-largest nuclear arsenal on earth. It once had nearly 5,900 nuclear warheads, it was more than Britain, France, and China combined, only fewer than the US and Russia. There were 176 intercontinental missiles in underground silos that could have struck anywhere on the globe. It also had 44 strategic bombers, each was capable of launching nuclear missions. There were 1900 strategic warheads for long-range strike and 4000 tactical ones for battlefield strikes. How did Ukraine have such a huge nuclear arsenal? On December 26, 1991, the Cold War ended with the fall of the USSR. Along with it ended the decade-long ideological war between the East and the West. The fall of the USSR can be attributed to many reasons, from the failed attempt by Mikhail Gorbachev to rejuvenate the Russian stagnating economy, the movement for independence in Soviet Republics, to the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear disaster. All led to a chaotic dissolution of the Soviet Republic and the birth of 18 different states. Ukraine was one of those 18 states. It did not build any nuclear weapons. Soviets had stationed them on the Ukrainian soil to target the West, and Ukraine inherited them. Why did Ukraine give up its nuclear arsenal? Even though the missiles were stationed on Ukrainian soil, it did not have operational control over them. Most of the missiles were ageing and unstable. Ukraine lacked the money and expertise to maintain them, and the memories from the recent Chernobyl disaster were fresh. Moreover, Russia retained the launch codes and control systems for the long-range missiles; Ukraine could only use the tactical ones. The international community had started pressuring Ukraine to give up that arsenal. Bill Clinton, who was then the President of the United States, offered Ukraine $175 million to disarm. The deal was lucrative for a newly formed Ukraine. In 1994, Ukraine made the unprecedented decision to relinquish its nuclear weapons under the Budapest memorandum, based on security assurances from Russia, the United States and the United Kingdom. Ukraine agreed to transfer all of its nuclear warheads to Russia in exchange for sovereignty and territorial integrity. It acceded to the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons. Between 1994 and 1996, Ukraine completed its disarmament. How did the gamble turn out? Not even 20 years had passed, Russia invaded Ukraine and annexed Crimea in 2014, which was a violation of the Budapest memorandum. In 2022, it launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine, which is growing intensely as of now. However, during the signing of the Budapest memorandum, Russia was concerned about the possible expansion of NATO to its border. In 2008, at the Bucharest Summit, NATO member states agreed that Ukraine would become a member and following the annexation of Crimea, it became almost certain. NATO has been actively supporting Ukraine in defending against the current invasion by Russia. Since the beginning of 2025, the Russian intensity of attack has increased with a persistent barrage of missiles and drones. The scenario now carries a situation of war fatigue and a potential division within its leadership and with its allies

Ukraine once possessed the third-largest nuclear arsenal on earth, it decided to disarm and sign the nuclear non-proliferation treaty. But with the recent invasion of Russia, it seemed Ukraine's gamble had somewhat backfired.

Ukraine's nuclear gamble- Why did Ukraine give up the third largest nuclear arsenal?

Baloch leader Mir Yar Baloch has issued a warning to the United States President Donald Trump in an open letter, telling him that he had been “gravely misled” about the “massive oil reserves” in Pakistan by General Asim Munir and Islamabad’s diplomatic channels. The reserves of oil, natural gas, copper, lithium, uranium, and rare earth minerals are not located in Pakistan and belong to the “Republic of Balochistan”, he wrote. “Your recognition of the vast oil and mineral reserves in the region is indeed accurate. However, with due respect, it is imperative to inform your administration that you have been gravely misled by the Pakistani military leadership, particularly General Asim Munir, and by their diplomatic channels regarding the true geography and ownership of these critical resources,” he said.&nbsp;“These untapped reserves of oil, natural gas, copper, lithium, uranium, and rare earth minerals are not located within the territories of Punjab, which is the actual Pakistan. They belong to the Republic of Balochistan, a historically sovereign nation currently under illegal occupation by Pakistan. The claim that these resources belong to Pakistan is not only false, it is a deliberate attempt to misappropriate Balochistan’s wealth for political and financial gain,” Baloch added.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>‘Don't let Pak’s military, rogue ISI exploit reserves’</h2>&nbsp;He further added that allowing Pakistan’s radicalised military and rogue ISI, known for sponsoring Al-Qaeda and various proxy groups responsible for the deaths of thousands of US soldiers in Afghanistan, to exploit Balochistan’s trillion-dollar reserves of rare earth minerals would be a grave strategic mistake.&nbsp;“Such access would significantly enhance the operational and financial capabilities of the ISI, enabling it to expand its global terror networks, recruit more militants, and potentially facilitate large-scale attacks reminiscent of 9/11,” he added.&nbsp;<h2>‘Balochistan is not for sale’</h2>&nbsp;The Baloch leader said Balochistan is not for sale. “We will not permit Pakistan, China, or any other foreign power to exploit our land or its resources without the explicit consent of the Baloch people. Our sovereignty is non-negotiable, and our struggle for rightful ownership and independence continues with dignity and resilience,” he wrote in his open letter to Trump.&nbsp;Trump had announced a major deal with Pakistan in which Pakistan and the US will work together on developing “their massive oil reserves”.&nbsp;“We are in the process of choosing the Oil Company that will lead this Partnership,” Trump wrote in a Truth Social post. Cnergyico, Pakistan’s biggest refinery, claimed to have finalised a deal with Vitol to import 1 million barrels of American oil, the company’s vice chairman, Usama Qureshi, told Reuters.&nbsp;

The Baloch leader said in the letter that Balochistan is not for sale and that the Baloch people will not permit Pakistan, China, or any other foreign power to exploit their land or its resources without explicit consent. 

Baloch leader Mir Yar Baloch has issued a warning to the United States President Donald Trump in an open letter, telling him that he had been “gravely misled” about the “massive oil reserves” in Pakistan by General Asim Munir and Islamabad’s diplomatic channels. The reserves of oil, natural gas, copper, lithium, uranium, and rare earth minerals are not located in Pakistan and belong to the “Republic of Balochistan”, he wrote. “Your recognition of the vast oil and mineral reserves in the region is indeed accurate. However, with due respect, it is imperative to inform your administration that you have been gravely misled by the Pakistani military leadership, particularly General Asim Munir, and by their diplomatic channels regarding the true geography and ownership of these critical resources,” he said. “These untapped reserves of oil, natural gas, copper, lithium, uranium, and rare earth minerals are not located within the territories of Punjab, which is the actual Pakistan. They belong to the Republic of Balochistan, a historically sovereign nation currently under illegal occupation by Pakistan. The claim that these resources belong to Pakistan is not only false, it is a deliberate attempt to misappropriate Balochistan’s wealth for political and financial gain,” Baloch added. ‘Don't let Pak’s military, rogue ISI exploit reserves’ He further added that allowing Pakistan’s radicalised military and rogue ISI, known for sponsoring Al-Qaeda and various proxy groups responsible for the deaths of thousands of US soldiers in Afghanistan, to exploit Balochistan’s trillion-dollar reserves of rare earth minerals would be a grave strategic mistake. “Such access would significantly enhance the operational and financial capabilities of the ISI, enabling it to expand its global terror networks, recruit more militants, and potentially facilitate large-scale attacks reminiscent of 9/11,” he added. ‘Balochistan is not for sale’ The Baloch leader said Balochistan is not for sale. “We will not permit Pakistan, China, or any other foreign power to exploit our land or its resources without the explicit consent of the Baloch people. Our sovereignty is non-negotiable, and our struggle for rightful ownership and independence continues with dignity and resilience,” he wrote in his open letter to Trump. Trump had announced a major deal with Pakistan in which Pakistan and the US will work together on developing “their massive oil reserves”. “We are in the process of choosing the Oil Company that will lead this Partnership,” Trump wrote in a Truth Social post. Cnergyico, Pakistan’s biggest refinery, claimed to have finalised a deal with Vitol to import 1 million barrels of American oil, the company’s vice chairman, Usama Qureshi, told Reuters.

The Baloch leader said in the letter that Balochistan is not for sale and that the Baloch people will not permit Pakistan, China, or any other foreign power to exploit their land or its resources without explicit consent.&nbsp;

‘No oil reserves in Pakistan, you have been gravely misled by Munir’: Baloch leader writes to Trump

The Palestinian militant group Hamas on Saturday (August 2) published a video of an Israeli hostage, Evyatar David, a day after releasing a short clip of the captive. Following the release, David's family approved the media outlets to publish the 40-second clip. In the heartbreaking video, the hostage is seen crossing off dates on a calendar on the tunnel's wall.The family of Evyatar David stressed that they are forced to witness their beloved son in this condition.“We are forced to witness our beloved son and brother, Evyatar, deliberately and cynically starved in the Hamas tunnels in Gaza — a living skeleton buried alive," David's family said.They further said that their son only has a few days to live in this condition, adding, "Hamas is using our son, Evyatar, as a living experiment in a disgusting hunger campaign.""The deliberate starvation of our son as part of a propaganda campaign is one of the most horrifying acts the world has seen. He is being starved purely to serve Hamas’s propaganda," they added.In the end of the video, David is seen digging his own grave, as he urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to worry about him and other hostages. &nbsp;While digging, he said that he is feeling “weaker and weaker” by the day, and heading toward death.The family further urged Israel and the international community to ensure that David receives food and is released from Hamas' captivity. "Israel and the international community must oppose Hamas’s cruelty and ensure that our Evyatar immediately receives proper nutrition."They said that the "intentional starvation, torture and abuse" of their son for propaganda purposes violates even the lowest standards of humanitarian law.They urged Israel not to remain silent or turn a blind eye to those deliberately starved as part of Hamas’s hunger campaign."We are in pain and we weep. There is no limit to the grief and cruelty we endure. There is no limit to the suffering that the Hamas terror organization inflicts on the hostages and on the residents of Gaza," the family stressed.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

The family of Evyatar David said that their son only has a few days to live in this condition, adding, "Hamas is using our son, Evyatar, as a living experiment in a disgusting hunger campaign."

The Palestinian militant group Hamas on Saturday (August 2) published a video of an Israeli hostage, Evyatar David, a day after releasing a short clip of the captive. Following the release, David's family approved the media outlets to publish the 40-second clip. In the heartbreaking video, the hostage is seen crossing off dates on a calendar on the tunnel's wall. The family of Evyatar David stressed that they are forced to witness their beloved son in this condition. “We are forced to witness our beloved son and brother, Evyatar, deliberately and cynically starved in the Hamas tunnels in Gaza — a living skeleton buried alive," David's family said. They further said that their son only has a few days to live in this condition, adding, "Hamas is using our son, Evyatar, as a living experiment in a disgusting hunger campaign." "The deliberate starvation of our son as part of a propaganda campaign is one of the most horrifying acts the world has seen. He is being starved purely to serve Hamas’s propaganda," they added. In the end of the video, David is seen digging his own grave, as he urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to worry about him and other hostages. While digging, he said that he is feeling “weaker and weaker” by the day, and heading toward death. The family further urged Israel and the international community to ensure that David receives food and is released from Hamas' captivity. "Israel and the international community must oppose Hamas’s cruelty and ensure that our Evyatar immediately receives proper nutrition." They said that the "intentional starvation, torture and abuse" of their son for propaganda purposes violates even the lowest standards of humanitarian law. They urged Israel not to remain silent or turn a blind eye to those deliberately starved as part of Hamas’s hunger campaign. "We are in pain and we weep. There is no limit to the grief and cruelty we endure. There is no limit to the suffering that the Hamas terror organization inflicts on the hostages and on the residents of Gaza," the family stressed.

The family of Evyatar David said that their son only has a few days to live in this condition, adding, "Hamas is using our son, Evyatar, as a living experiment in a disgusting hunger campaign."

'Living skeleton digging own grave': Hamas releases clip of Israeli hostage, family urges Israel 'not to turn blind eye'

Tomorrow Bio, a startup based in Berlin, is offering a unique service and offers to freeze the human body after legal death in hopes of giving people a second chance at life. For $200,000 (about Rs 1.74 crore), the company provides full-body cryopreservation (process of preserving biological material) by cooling the entire body at extremely low temperatures soon after death, thereby helping to stop damage and decay. The timing for these procedures is extremely important, and hence the startup has a team available 24/7 to begin the freezing process right after someone is declared legally dead.&nbsp;&nbsp;The idea behind this startup is that in the future, new medical technology might be able to bring these frozen people back to life. According to the reports, so far, around 650 people have already signed up for this procedure, putting their faith in science and technology in the hope that death might be reversible some time in the future.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="What is 'CRIB'? India recently discovers world's rarest blood group in Bengaluru woman - Here's why it's unique">What is 'CRIB'? India recently discovers world's rarest blood group in Bengaluru woman - Here's why it's unique</a>&nbsp;According to the BBC, Tomorrow Bio is Europe’s first cryonics lab, which aims to freeze people after death and hopes to revive them later, all for $200,000.&nbsp;The company has already frozen three or four people and five pets. In 2025, the startup plans to expand its operations in the United States and other countries. The BBC also reports that no one has ever been brought back to life after being cryopreserved by the startup.&nbsp;&nbsp;"Once you go under zero degrees, you don't want to freeze the body; you want to cryopreserve it. Otherwise, you would have ice crystals everywhere, and the tissue would get destroyed," says Emil Kendziorra, Tomorrow Bio's co-founder and a former cancer researcher, according to NDTV.

According to reports, so far, around 650 people have already signed up for this procedure, putting their faith in science and technology and have hopes that might be one day death will be reversible.

Tomorrow Bio, a startup based in Berlin, is offering a unique service and offers to freeze the human body after legal death in hopes of giving people a second chance at life. For $200,000 (about Rs 1.74 crore), the company provides full-body cryopreservation (process of preserving biological material) by cooling the entire body at extremely low temperatures soon after death, thereby helping to stop damage and decay. The timing for these procedures is extremely important, and hence the startup has a team available 24/7 to begin the freezing process right after someone is declared legally dead. The idea behind this startup is that in the future, new medical technology might be able to bring these frozen people back to life. According to the reports, so far, around 650 people have already signed up for this procedure, putting their faith in science and technology in the hope that death might be reversible some time in the future. Also Read - What is 'CRIB'? India recently discovers world's rarest blood group in Bengaluru woman - Here's why it's unique According to the BBC, Tomorrow Bio is Europe’s first cryonics lab, which aims to freeze people after death and hopes to revive them later, all for $200,000. The company has already frozen three or four people and five pets. In 2025, the startup plans to expand its operations in the United States and other countries. The BBC also reports that no one has ever been brought back to life after being cryopreserved by the startup. "Once you go under zero degrees, you don't want to freeze the body; you want to cryopreserve it. Otherwise, you would have ice crystals everywhere, and the tissue would get destroyed," says Emil Kendziorra, Tomorrow Bio's co-founder and a former cancer researcher, according to NDTV.

According to reports, so far, around 650 people have already signed up for this procedure, putting their faith in science and technology and hoping that death might be reversible one day.

Rise of the dead: Berlin startup offers to cryopreserve dead body for $200,000 - Here's what we know

With more than a trillion-dollar defence budget US is known for its sophisticated design, radar systems and codes. US fighter jets are sometimes costlier than a private island. But in a dogfight, Russian fighter jets do survive with their speed and firepower. The global fighter jet market presents a stark contrast. On the one hand, US Fighter jets such as the F-35 Lightning II and F-15EX cost as much as $80-$100 million per unit; on the other hand, Russian aircraft like the Su-30MKI, Su-35, and even the Su-57 fifth generation are significantly lower than that.<h2>Where is the difference?</h2>The difference lies in the design philosophy and advanced technology. For example, the F-22 Raptor has 8 million lines of code to manage its radar, infrared, and acoustic signatures. The planned production number of F-22 was cut from 750 units to just 195 due to its high production cost, and a perceived lack of air-to-air threats. On the contrary, Russian fighter jets are built for durability, ruggedness, and rapid deployability. It stems from the Soviet era philosophy of mechanical simplicity and modularity. Russian companies like Sukhoi and Mikoyan are built with government subsidies and do not function on a profit-maximising model. Russian jets are built for mass production and have long dominated the market for defence exports. During the Cold War era, especially in the 1980s, the Soviet Union accounted for approximately 40% of the worldwide military aircraft production.Gradually, the market share of Russian jets has decreased. According to a SIPRI report, in 2024, Russia is behind in aircraft exports after the US, France, and South Korea. As of 2025, the F-16 Falcon is the most used aircraft with over 2,000 in operation across 21 air forces.<h2>Technological sophistication and hidden costs</h2>The cost disparity between Russian and American fighter jets is not just about technological superiority and industrial pricing; it is more about divergence in defence doctrine. Even though Western jets are technologically superior when it comes to a dogfight, Russian jets can give them a run for their money. Russian fighter jets, particularly the Sukhoi Su-27 family and the Mikoyan MiG-29, are renowned for their exceptional manoeuvrability. This is due to the design features like thrust vectoring and HMCS integration. Western jets are based on stealth, advanced avionics, and radar are unmatchable in Beyond Visual Range (BVR) Combat. That is why many countries that are looking for affordability and powerful fighter jets are turning to Russia, instead of the US."While Russian jets are cheaper upfront, lifecycle costs and operational availability often tilt the balance toward Western platforms in certain mission profiles," said former Air Marshall Anil Chopra to Economic Times.India serves as a perfect case study for fighter jet markets. India had long used both Russian-origin platforms like the Su-30MKI and Western systems such as the Rafale. While the Su-30 offers affordability, the Rafale offers radar and electronic modernisation. With the recent surge of cheap drones and electronic warfare, the trends may soon favour rugged and low-cost manoeuvrability in fighter jets.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Why are Russian fighter jets so much cheaper than US ones? Russia's only stealth fighter SU-57, cost around $70 million per aircraft, but the F-22 Raptor costs around $350 million per aircraft. 

With more than a trillion-dollar defence budget US is known for its sophisticated design, radar systems and codes. US fighter jets are sometimes costlier than a private island. But in a dogfight, Russian fighter jets do survive with their speed and firepower. The global fighter jet market presents a stark contrast. On the one hand, US Fighter jets such as the F-35 Lightning II and F-15EX cost as much as $80-$100 million per unit; on the other hand, Russian aircraft like the Su-30MKI, Su-35, and even the Su-57 fifth generation are significantly lower than that. Where is the difference? The difference lies in the design philosophy and advanced technology. For example, the F-22 Raptor has 8 million lines of code to manage its radar, infrared, and acoustic signatures. The planned production number of F-22 was cut from 750 units to just 195 due to its high production cost, and a perceived lack of air-to-air threats. On the contrary, Russian fighter jets are built for durability, ruggedness, and rapid deployability. It stems from the Soviet era philosophy of mechanical simplicity and modularity. Russian companies like Sukhoi and Mikoyan are built with government subsidies and do not function on a profit-maximising model. Russian jets are built for mass production and have long dominated the market for defence exports. During the Cold War era, especially in the 1980s, the Soviet Union accounted for approximately 40% of the worldwide military aircraft production. Gradually, the market share of Russian jets has decreased. According to a SIPRI report, in 2024, Russia is behind in aircraft exports after the US, France, and South Korea. As of 2025, the F-16 Falcon is the most used aircraft with over 2,000 in operation across 21 air forces. Technological sophistication and hidden costs The cost disparity between Russian and American fighter jets is not just about technological superiority and industrial pricing; it is more about divergence in defence doctrine. Even though Western jets are technologically superior when it comes to a dogfight, Russian jets can give them a run for their money. Russian fighter jets, particularly the Sukhoi Su-27 family and the Mikoyan MiG-29, are renowned for their exceptional manoeuvrability. This is due to the design features like thrust vectoring and HMCS integration. Western jets are based on stealth, advanced avionics, and radar are unmatchable in Beyond Visual Range (BVR) Combat. That is why many countries that are looking for affordability and powerful fighter jets are turning to Russia, instead of the US. "While Russian jets are cheaper upfront, lifecycle costs and operational availability often tilt the balance toward Western platforms in certain mission profiles," said former Air Marshall Anil Chopra to Economic Times. India serves as a perfect case study for fighter jet markets. India had long used both Russian-origin platforms like the Su-30MKI and Western systems such as the Rafale. While the Su-30 offers affordability, the Rafale offers radar and electronic modernisation. With the recent surge of cheap drones and electronic warfare, the trends may soon favour rugged and low-cost manoeuvrability in fighter jets.

Why are Russian fighter jets so much cheaper than US ones? Russia's only stealth fighter SU-57, cost around $70 million per aircraft, but the F-22 Raptor costs around $350 million per aircraft.&nbsp;

Why Russian jets are so much cheaper: The shocking truth about Russian fighter jets

More than 2,000 Islamic clerics in Iran called for the assassination of US President Donald Trump by calling his blood halal and necessary for avenging the killing of Qasem Soleimani, the Iranian military officer. He was killed in an American drone attack ordered by Trump in 2020 in Baghdad. The Qom seminary, the largest seminar of Iran, issued an official statement onFridya (August 1) and said, “The era of revolutionary restraint and patience has ended and henceforth, Trump's blood and wealth are halal and avenging Soleimani's blood is obligatory for every Muslim and freedom-loving man and woman,” the Iranian news network Iran International reported.&nbsp;The people who signed the statement included junior seminarians to the most prominent clerics in the Islamic Republic. “The blood and property of this savage criminal are halal. The nations will not remain silent. Retaliation is coming,” the statement added.&nbsp;Tehran’s Friday prayer leader Ahmad Khatami, Expediency Council member Mohsen Araki, and Guardian Council member Mehdi Shabzendedar — all appointed by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei- were also among the signatories.&nbsp;This came after the assassination call for the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when he threatened to assassinate the Iranian Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during the 12-day war between the two regions.&nbsp;“Any regime or individual threatening the leaders of the Islamic Ummah (nation) and acting on those threats qualifies as a mohareb (warrior against God)," Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi said.<h2>‘Netanyahu sought to KILL Khamenei’</h2>In June, the &nbsp;Israeli Defence Minister, Israel Katz, said his country failed to do so because the opportunity did not present itself. Talking in an interview with Channel 13, Katz revealed Israel had intentions of assassinating Khamenei, but "there was no opportunity." “If he had been in our sights, we would have taken him out,” Katz said in the interview. "We wanted to eliminate Khamenei, but there was no operational opportunity," he added. When he was asked if Israel sought the permission of America for its plan to assassinate Khamenei, the defence minister said Israel does not "need permission for these things.”&nbsp;Katz claimed that since his assassination was on the cards, the Iranian Supreme Leader went “underground to very great depths," which made it tough for the Israeli army to locate him. He also claimed that Khamenei broke off all the contacts with his generals during the 12-year war. But Khamenei released multiple video messages during the war, and there is no evidence that can confirm he cut off the contacts.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Over 2,000 clerics in Iran called for the assassination of US President Donald Trump and called his blood and wealth halal. They said it was necessary to avenge the assassination of the Iranian military officer Qasem Soleimani in 2020, who was ordered to be killed by Trump. 

More than 2,000 Islamic clerics in Iran called for the assassination of US President Donald Trump by calling his blood halal and necessary for avenging the killing of Qasem Soleimani, the Iranian military officer. He was killed in an American drone attack ordered by Trump in 2020 in Baghdad. The Qom seminary, the largest seminar of Iran, issued an official statement onFridya (August 1) and said, “The era of revolutionary restraint and patience has ended and henceforth, Trump's blood and wealth are halal and avenging Soleimani's blood is obligatory for every Muslim and freedom-loving man and woman,” the Iranian news network Iran International reported. The people who signed the statement included junior seminarians to the most prominent clerics in the Islamic Republic. “The blood and property of this savage criminal are halal. The nations will not remain silent. Retaliation is coming,” the statement added. Tehran’s Friday prayer leader Ahmad Khatami, Expediency Council member Mohsen Araki, and Guardian Council member Mehdi Shabzendedar — all appointed by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei- were also among the signatories. This came after the assassination call for the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu when he threatened to assassinate the Iranian Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during the 12-day war between the two regions. “Any regime or individual threatening the leaders of the Islamic Ummah (nation) and acting on those threats qualifies as a mohareb (warrior against God)," Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi said. ‘Netanyahu sought to KILL Khamenei’ In June, the Israeli Defence Minister, Israel Katz, said his country failed to do so because the opportunity did not present itself. Talking in an interview with Channel 13, Katz revealed Israel had intentions of assassinating Khamenei, but "there was no opportunity." “If he had been in our sights, we would have taken him out,” Katz said in the interview. "We wanted to eliminate Khamenei, but there was no operational opportunity," he added. When he was asked if Israel sought the permission of America for its plan to assassinate Khamenei, the defence minister said Israel does not "need permission for these things.” Katz claimed that since his assassination was on the cards, the Iranian Supreme Leader went “underground to very great depths," which made it tough for the Israeli army to locate him. He also claimed that Khamenei broke off all the contacts with his generals during the 12-year war. But Khamenei released multiple video messages during the war, and there is no evidence that can confirm he cut off the contacts.

Over 2,000 clerics in Iran called for the assassination of US President Donald Trump and called his blood and wealth halal. They said it was necessary to avenge the assassination of the Iranian military officer Qasem Soleimani in 2020, who was ordered to be killed by Trump.&nbsp;

'Trump's blood and wealth are halal': Over 2,000 Iran clerics call for US president's assassination. Here's why

A massive fireball suddenly shot out of a manhole in the middle of the Brooklyn, sending flames high into the air and making people run for the safety. The shocking moment was caught on camera and is widely circulated on the social media. The explosion happened on Central Avenue in Bushwick. &nbsp;A security camera recorded the moment, flames burst up from under the street and the video, which is firstly shared on the Citizen App.&nbsp;&nbsp;Just seconds before the explosion, several cars moved past from that area and one car narrowly missed being hit by the fire. Right after that, flames filled the street as people nearby rushed away for their safety.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🇺🇸FROM TRAFFIC TO FIREBALL: BROOKLYN MANHOLE GOES FULL MICHAEL BAY One second it’s traffic, the next - a fireball erupts from a manhole on Central Ave in Bushwick, launching metal into the air and setting a car ablaze. Locals screamed, alarms wailed, and the deli nearly went up… <a href="https://t.co/wCyS2DWi0g">pic.twitter.com/wCyS2DWi0g</a>&mdash; Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) <a href="https://twitter.com/MarioNawfal/status/1951191169460752398?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 1, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

According to the New York Post, the New York City Fire Department (FDNY) said Con Edison workers were sent to handle the situation. Fortunately, no one was hurt.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="Audrey Crews becomes first paralysed woman to control computer with her mind, check how Musk's Neuralink helped her">Audrey Crews becomes first paralysed woman to control computer with her mind, check how Musk's Neuralink helped her</a>&nbsp;But the trouble didn’t stop there and about two hours later, an another manhole fire happened less than a mile away, near Lewis Avenue and Pulaski Street. This second fire came dangerously close to local shops and parked cars, raising concern among residents.&nbsp;This isn't the first time something like this has happened. Earlier this year, people on a Texas college campus panicked after seeing green flames coming out of a manhole.&nbsp;“All the active fire that we know of that we have been able to identify, it is gone, it is out. We can’t rule out there may be some small areas with still some smoldering fire underground, but there is no evidence at all that there is any active fire,” Deputy Chief Wilson said at a press conference at the time, according to HT.

Earlier this year, students on a Texas college campus panicked after seeing green flames coming out of a manhole.

A massive fireball suddenly shot out of a manhole in the middle of the Brooklyn, sending flames high into the air and making people run for the safety. The shocking moment was caught on camera and is widely circulated on the social media. The explosion happened on Central Avenue in Bushwick. A security camera recorded the moment, flames burst up from under the street and the video, which is firstly shared on the Citizen App. Just seconds before the explosion, several cars moved past from that area and one car narrowly missed being hit by the fire. Right after that, flames filled the street as people nearby rushed away for their safety.

Earlier this year, students on a Texas college campus panicked after seeing green flames coming out of a manhole.

Manhole explodes in flames in Brooklyn, almost strikes passing vehicles - WATCH

From Chacoan Peccary to Pygmy Tarsier, here's a look at the six animals that came back from extinction. This list also includes Cuban Solenodon, Takahe, Victorian Grassland Earless Dragon and Pygmy Tarsier.

From Chacoan Peccary to Pygmy Tarsier: 6 animals that came back from extinction

In the never-ending saga of long-shadowed Epstein files, questions are now swirling around the FBI’s decision to redact former President Donald Trump's name from the documents relating to the Epstein associates. A recent report by Bloomberg cites why Trump's name was redacted from the Epstein-related records.Earlier in Mid July, Senator Richard Durbin asked in letter to the Attorney General Pam Bondi, FBI Director Kash Patel, and Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino, “According to information my office received, the FBI was pressured to put approximately 1,000 personnel in its Information Management Division (IMD) … on 24-hour shifts to review approximately 100,000 Epstein-related records to produce more documents that could then be released on an arbitrarily short deadline.” “Who decided to reassign hundreds of New York Field Office personnel to this March review of Epstein-related records? Why were personnel told to flag records in which President Trump was mentioned?” wrote DurbinThe rationale, even though baffling, but not uncommon. According to the Bloomberg report, prior to potential public release, when the document was with the FOIA officers, they applied redaction with nine exemptions. Particularly for the case of Trump, there were two exemptions. Exemption 6, which protects individuals from “an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy.” The report cites sources which claim that Trump was a private citizen when the Federal Investigation of Epstein was launched in 2006. Thus, it excludes the release of documents that might result in embarrassment to the person. The second is 7C, which exempts the release of personal information contained in law enforcement records.&nbsp;This is not the first documented use of an exemption to conceal information from the public; it is a common practice for government agencies to use privacy grounds to defend public figures like the US President Donald Trump. While FOIA redactions are not unusual, critics argue a broader pattern of selective shielding when it comes to politically powerful figures.

Why did the FBI redact former President Donald Trump's name from the documents relating to the Epstein associates? The bureau's FOIA team tasked with the redaction last month said that releasing the documents ‘would not be appropriate or warranted.’

In the never-ending saga of long-shadowed Epstein files, questions are now swirling around the FBI’s decision to redact former President Donald Trump's name from the documents relating to the Epstein associates. A recent report by Bloomberg cites why Trump's name was redacted from the Epstein-related records. Earlier in Mid July, Senator Richard Durbin asked in letter to the Attorney General Pam Bondi, FBI Director Kash Patel, and Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino, “According to information my office received, the FBI was pressured to put approximately 1,000 personnel in its Information Management Division (IMD) … on 24-hour shifts to review approximately 100,000 Epstein-related records to produce more documents that could then be released on an arbitrarily short deadline.” “Who decided to reassign hundreds of New York Field Office personnel to this March review of Epstein-related records? Why were personnel told to flag records in which President Trump was mentioned?” wrote Durbin The rationale, even though baffling, but not uncommon. According to the Bloomberg report, prior to potential public release, when the document was with the FOIA officers, they applied redaction with nine exemptions. Particularly for the case of Trump, there were two exemptions. Exemption 6, which protects individuals from “an unwarranted invasion of personal privacy.” The report cites sources which claim that Trump was a private citizen when the Federal Investigation of Epstein was launched in 2006. Thus, it excludes the release of documents that might result in embarrassment to the person. The second is 7C, which exempts the release of personal information contained in law enforcement records. This is not the first documented use of an exemption to conceal information from the public; it is a common practice for government agencies to use privacy grounds to defend public figures like the US President Donald Trump. While FOIA redactions are not unusual, critics argue a broader pattern of selective shielding when it comes to politically powerful figures.

Why did the FBI redact former President Donald Trump's name from the documents relating to the Epstein associates? The bureau's FOIA team tasked with the redaction last month said that releasing the documents ‘would not be appropriate or warranted.’

Why did the FBI black out Trump's name from Epstein Files?

In a bid to ramp up hiring, the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, is offering signing bonuses of up to $50,000 (£37,700) and student loan help to “brave and heroic” Americans keen to help the Trump administration’s deportation drive. The agency is aiming to recruit deportation officers, along with attorneys, criminal investigators, student visa adjudicators, and other roles. ICE plans to add 10,000 personnel, doubling the agency’s headcount as it ramps up deportations across the country.&nbsp;ICE has launched a recruitment campaign as the government plans a major expansion of immigration enforcement after a recent infusion of money from Congress and is promising up to $50,000 in signing bonuses.&nbsp;The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement campaign recalls recruiting posters from World War II with images of Uncle Sam and the words “AMERICA NEEDS YOU.” There also are photos of Trump and top homeland security officials with the words “DEFEND THE HOMELAND” across the images.Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said in a release, “Your country is calling you to serve at ICE. This is a defining moment in our nation’s history. Your skills, your experience, and your courage have never been more essential. Together, we must defend the homeland.”&nbsp;The funding for the recruitment drive comes from approximately $165 billion allocated for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in Donald Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill.In addition to the signing bonus and student loan repayment and forgiveness of up to $60,000, ICE is promising hefty overtime pay for deportation officers and “enhanced retirement benefits”.&nbsp;Deportation officers are tasked with helping apprehend and process undocumented migrants for removal from the US and get salaries between $49,739 and $89,528 per year, depending on experience and education.ICE currently has 20,000 officers and support personnel at 400 offices across the country.&nbsp;President Trump’s ‘One, Big, Beautiful’ tax and spending bill includes more than $76 billion allocated to ICE—almost 10 times of what it had been receiving previously.&nbsp;Trump, Noem and other officials have vowed to ramp deportations to one million per year.Approximately 150,000 people have been deported in the first six months of the Trump administration, as per data accessed by CBS.At this pace, ICE will be able to carry out around 300,000 deportations in Trump’s first year in office, well below the goal.&nbsp;ICE Deputy Director Madison Sheahan is actively targeting local departments with existing 287 (g) contracts with the federal government that allow local officers to cooperate with immigration enforcement efforts.In an email, Sheahan asks local law enforcement officers to consider joining ICE “during a critical time for our nation.”“This is more than a job; it’s a continuation of your service to our country and an opportunity to work alongside dedicated professionals on the front lines of national security,” reads the email sent from an ICE email address with the name “Join the Mission,” and it also promises $10,000 for a new hire reaching their fifth anniversary. A minimum of five years is required to receive the incentives, the email said.

ICE is offering up to $50K signing bonuses as well as loan forgiveness in an effort to hire 10,000 more officers. DHS Secretary Kristi Noem exhorted applicants, saying that their skills, experience, and courage have never been more essential, and they will help defend the homeland.

In a bid to ramp up hiring, the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, is offering signing bonuses of up to $50,000 (£37,700) and student loan help to “brave and heroic” Americans keen to help the Trump administration’s deportation drive. The agency is aiming to recruit deportation officers, along with attorneys, criminal investigators, student visa adjudicators, and other roles. ICE plans to add 10,000 personnel, doubling the agency’s headcount as it ramps up deportations across the country. ICE has launched a recruitment campaign as the government plans a major expansion of immigration enforcement after a recent infusion of money from Congress and is promising up to $50,000 in signing bonuses. The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement campaign recalls recruiting posters from World War II with images of Uncle Sam and the words “AMERICA NEEDS YOU.” There also are photos of Trump and top homeland security officials with the words “DEFEND THE HOMELAND” across the images. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said in a release, “Your country is calling you to serve at ICE. This is a defining moment in our nation’s history. Your skills, your experience, and your courage have never been more essential. Together, we must defend the homeland.” The funding for the recruitment drive comes from approximately $165 billion allocated for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in Donald Trump’s sweeping tax and spending bill. In addition to the signing bonus and student loan repayment and forgiveness of up to $60,000, ICE is promising hefty overtime pay for deportation officers and “enhanced retirement benefits”. Deportation officers are tasked with helping apprehend and process undocumented migrants for removal from the US and get salaries between $49,739 and $89,528 per year, depending on experience and education. ICE currently has 20,000 officers and support personnel at 400 offices across the country. President Trump’s ‘One, Big, Beautiful’ tax and spending bill includes more than $76 billion allocated to ICE—almost 10 times of what it had been receiving previously. Trump, Noem and other officials have vowed to ramp deportations to one million per year. Approximately 150,000 people have been deported in the first six months of the Trump administration, as per data accessed by CBS. At this pace, ICE will be able to carry out around 300,000 deportations in Trump’s first year in office, well below the goal. ICE Deputy Director Madison Sheahan is actively targeting local departments with existing 287 (g) contracts with the federal government that allow local officers to cooperate with immigration enforcement efforts. In an email, Sheahan asks local law enforcement officers to consider joining ICE “during a critical time for our nation.” “This is more than a job; it’s a continuation of your service to our country and an opportunity to work alongside dedicated professionals on the front lines of national security,” reads the email sent from an ICE email address with the name “Join the Mission,” and it also promises $10,000 for a new hire reaching their fifth anniversary. A minimum of five years is required to receive the incentives, the email said.

ICE is offering up to $50K signing bonuses as well as loan forgiveness in an effort to hire 10,000 more officers. DHS Secretary Kristi Noem exhorted applicants, saying that their skills, experience, and courage have never been more essential, and they will help defend the homeland.

US offers $50K signing bonus as incentive to ICE deportation officer new hires

The United States has moved two nuclear submarines to strategic positions on Friday after former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev's response to US President Donald Trump's "dead economy" remark. Medvedev warned Trump of the "dead hand" tactic, which is referred to as a Cold War era automatic or semi-automatic nuclear weapons control system capable of launching a nuclear counterstrike even if the country's leadership had been wiped out.&nbsp;Russia has not responded to Trump's decision to move nuclear submarines; however, a senior Russian lawmaker, Viktor Vodolatsky, warned that they have more nuclear submarines in the world's oceans to tackle those ordered to move near Russia.&nbsp;"The number of Russian nuclear submarines in the world's oceans is significantly higher than the American ones, and the subs that US President Donald Trump ordered to be redirected to the appropriate regions have long been under their control," he said.&nbsp;The US operates around 70 submarines, while Russia has approximately 63–64, &nbsp;according to GlobalFirePower data from 2025 (cited by 1945).&nbsp;Both Russia and the US rely strongly on ballistic missile submarines to maintain their nuclear deterrent. These submarines are called "boomers" and serve a major purpose: to stay hidden long enough to retaliate in case of a nuclear war.&nbsp;Now, for better clarity, let's see how many and what kind of submarines Russia and the US possess.<h2>US submarine fleets</h2><h3>American Ballistic Missile Submarines (Ohio-class)</h3>The American Navy's Ohio-class Ballistic Missile Submarines (SSBNs), known for their stealth capability and precise delivery of nuclear warheads, can operate for 15 years between major overhauls. There are at least 14 SSBNs, which are currently operational. These can carry up to 20 submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBMs).<h3>American Fast Attack Submarines</h3>Currently, the US operates three classes of nuclear-powered attack submarines (SSN), including the Virginia-class, Seawolf-class, and Los Angeles-class (also known as 688 class). These submarines are designed to target and destroy enemy vessels. Moreover, they can also carry out intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance operations.&nbsp;If we look at the data, the US has 24 &nbsp;Virginia-class SSNs, three Seawolf-class submarines and the 688-class built the backbone of the US submarine force, while at least 24 of these are in service.<h2>Russian Submarines</h2><h3>Russian Ballistic Missile Submarines &nbsp;</h3>According to reports, Russia has one of the world's largest submarine fleets, with around 64 vessels. Out of which, about 14 ballistic missile submarines are central to its strategic mechanism.&nbsp;Notably, the Russian Navy has eight Borei class SSBNs, equipped with 16 Bulava SLBMs and six 533mm torpedo launchers. However, the Boreis will replace the Delta IV-class submarines. Currently, at least six of the Deltas are in service.<h3>Russian Fast Attack Submarines</h3>The Russian Navy has four Yasen-class nuclear attack submarines, shorter and requiring a smaller crew than their predecessors.&nbsp;Next comes the Akula-class, the Russian Navy's silent killing machine. Also known as Shark (akula in Russian translates to shark), there are about five of these currently in service.&nbsp;

Both Russia and the US rely strongly on ballistic missile submarines to maintain their nuclear deterrent. These submarines are called boomers and serve a major purpose, to stay hidden long enough to retaliate in case of a nuclear war.

The United States has moved two nuclear submarines to strategic positions on Friday after former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev's response to US President Donald Trump's "dead economy" remark. Medvedev warned Trump of the "dead hand" tactic, which is referred to as a Cold War era automatic or semi-automatic nuclear weapons control system capable of launching a nuclear counterstrike even if the country's leadership had been wiped out. Russia has not responded to Trump's decision to move nuclear submarines; however, a senior Russian lawmaker, Viktor Vodolatsky, warned that they have more nuclear submarines in the world's oceans to tackle those ordered to move near Russia. "The number of Russian nuclear submarines in the world's oceans is significantly higher than the American ones, and the subs that US President Donald Trump ordered to be redirected to the appropriate regions have long been under their control," he said. The US operates around 70 submarines, while Russia has approximately 63–64, according to GlobalFirePower data from 2025 (cited by 1945). Both Russia and the US rely strongly on ballistic missile submarines to maintain their nuclear deterrent. These submarines are called "boomers" and serve a major purpose: to stay hidden long enough to retaliate in case of a nuclear war. Now, for better clarity, let's see how many and what kind of submarines Russia and the US possess. US submarine fleets American Ballistic Missile Submarines (Ohio-class) The American Navy's Ohio-class Ballistic Missile Submarines (SSBNs), known for their stealth capability and precise delivery of nuclear warheads, can operate for 15 years between major overhauls. There are at least 14 SSBNs, which are currently operational. These can carry up to 20 submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBMs). American Fast Attack Submarines Currently, the US operates three classes of nuclear-powered attack submarines (SSN), including the Virginia-class, Seawolf-class, and Los Angeles-class (also known as 688 class). These submarines are designed to target and destroy enemy vessels. Moreover, they can also carry out intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance operations. If we look at the data, the US has 24 Virginia-class SSNs, three Seawolf-class submarines and the 688-class built the backbone of the US submarine force, while at least 24 of these are in service. Russian Submarines Russian Ballistic Missile Submarines According to reports, Russia has one of the world's largest submarine fleets, with around 64 vessels. Out of which, about 14 ballistic missile submarines are central to its strategic mechanism. Notably, the Russian Navy has eight Borei class SSBNs, equipped with 16 Bulava SLBMs and six 533mm torpedo launchers. However, the Boreis will replace the Delta IV-class submarines. Currently, at least six of the Deltas are in service. Russian Fast Attack Submarines The Russian Navy has four Yasen-class nuclear attack submarines, shorter and requiring a smaller crew than their predecessors. Next comes the Akula-class, the Russian Navy's silent killing machine. Also known as Shark (akula in Russian translates to shark), there are about five of these currently in service.

Both Russia and the US rely strongly on ballistic missile submarines to maintain their nuclear deterrent. These submarines are called "boomers" and serve a major purpose: to stay hidden long enough to retaliate in case of a nuclear war.

US vs Russia: Who rules under oceans? Know as Trump moves nuclear submarines after Medvedev's provocative warning

There is a growing concern among Indian Nationals over the escalating instances of racial profiling and discriminatory deporting at the Georgian Border points. Despite possessing valid visas, return tickets, hotel bookings and sufficient funds, scores of Indians have reported being humiliated, detained, interrogated and deported without any explanation. There are several testimonies of personnel who have been deported detailing a pattern of racial profiling at Tbilisi International Airport and Kutaisi Airport. These incidents come amid Georgia's increased border screening measures.<h2>Pattern of Discrimination</h2>According to an investigation by the media outlet The Wire, two Indian nationals —Rajesh, a humanitarian worker, and Suman, a Medical student —were detained by Georgian authorities separately, despite holding valid e-visas, return tickets, and accommodation proof. Both were detained for hours. According to the report, Suman, a Medical student who went to Georgia to pursue higher education, was detained on his campus and was held for 48 hours before being deported without explanation. Rajesh was detained at the airport upon his arrival. He was handcuffed and was denied access to legal service aid or consular services. Rajesh called the incident humiliating.&nbsp;“I have travelled globally, but this was the first time I was treated like an unwanted person because of my nationality,” said Rajesh as quoted by The Wire“They destroyed his dreams and treated him like a criminal just because of his skin colour,” said Meera, the mother of Suman.&nbsp;This is not the first instance of racial profiling in Georgia. Georgia, which claims to be a gateway between Europe and India, has had earlier reported cases of racial profiling. Back in 2017, Khusbhu Kaushal, an advertising professional from Mumbai, who was travelling alone with all the documents such as a valid e-visa, employer letter, bank statements, travel insurance, hotel booking, and a return flight ticket, was detained in a small room for nine hours, without food, water or an explanation.“They told me I didn’t look like a tourist. What does that even mean?” she told The News Minute.According to the investigation by The Wire, Meera's Son, Suman, had faced humiliation for over 3 years, each year wasting loads of financial resources just to stay in Georgia.“We spent over $25,000 on fees, lawyers, housing – everything is gone… All we wanted was for our son to get a degree and a future,” said Meera.“The number of deportations targeting Indian and Pakistani nationals has sharply increased. People with valid visas are being rejected arbitrarily, detained, and deported without clear explanation or due process,” said Adil, an immigration lawyer Adil&nbsp;<h2>Government response</h2>Despite several reports Indian government has not issued any warning or advisory about Georgia. MEA has not even acknowledged these instances of racial violence. Notably, according to a report by Georgian authorities in May 2025, nearly 96 individuals were expelled from Georgia, including Indians.Georgia's immigration authority has defended its position, saying that they are operating within bounds and it reserves the right to deny entry if a traveller’s "answers are not satisfactory". The Georgian embassy in India has reportedly refused to indulge in the matter, saying it was outside of their jurisdiction.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Several Indians have faced humiliation, detention and deportation in Georgia. Over the span of the last month, two such cases have been reported, and no formal MEA statement or warning has been issued by the Indian government.

There is a growing concern among Indian Nationals over the escalating instances of racial profiling and discriminatory deporting at the Georgian Border points. Despite possessing valid visas, return tickets, hotel bookings and sufficient funds, scores of Indians have reported being humiliated, detained, interrogated and deported without any explanation. There are several testimonies of personnel who have been deported detailing a pattern of racial profiling at Tbilisi International Airport and Kutaisi Airport. These incidents come amid Georgia's increased border screening measures. Pattern of Discrimination According to an investigation by the media outlet The Wire, two Indian nationals —Rajesh, a humanitarian worker, and Suman, a Medical student —were detained by Georgian authorities separately, despite holding valid e-visas, return tickets, and accommodation proof. Both were detained for hours. According to the report, Suman, a Medical student who went to Georgia to pursue higher education, was detained on his campus and was held for 48 hours before being deported without explanation. Rajesh was detained at the airport upon his arrival. He was handcuffed and was denied access to legal service aid or consular services. Rajesh called the incident humiliating. “I have travelled globally, but this was the first time I was treated like an unwanted person because of my nationality,” said Rajesh as quoted by The Wire “They destroyed his dreams and treated him like a criminal just because of his skin colour,” said Meera, the mother of Suman. This is not the first instance of racial profiling in Georgia. Georgia, which claims to be a gateway between Europe and India, has had earlier reported cases of racial profiling. Back in 2017, Khusbhu Kaushal, an advertising professional from Mumbai, who was travelling alone with all the documents such as a valid e-visa, employer letter, bank statements, travel insurance, hotel booking, and a return flight ticket, was detained in a small room for nine hours, without food, water or an explanation. “They told me I didn’t look like a tourist. What does that even mean?” she told The News Minute. According to the investigation by The Wire, Meera's Son, Suman, had faced humiliation for over 3 years, each year wasting loads of financial resources just to stay in Georgia. “We spent over $25,000 on fees, lawyers, housing – everything is gone… All we wanted was for our son to get a degree and a future,” said Meera. “The number of deportations targeting Indian and Pakistani nationals has sharply increased. People with valid visas are being rejected arbitrarily, detained, and deported without clear explanation or due process,” said Adil, an immigration lawyer Adil Government response Despite several reports Indian government has not issued any warning or advisory about Georgia. MEA has not even acknowledged these instances of racial violence. Notably, according to a report by Georgian authorities in May 2025, nearly 96 individuals were expelled from Georgia, including Indians. Georgia's immigration authority has defended its position, saying that they are operating within bounds and it reserves the right to deny entry if a traveller’s "answers are not satisfactory". The Georgian embassy in India has reportedly refused to indulge in the matter, saying it was outside of their jurisdiction.

Several Indians have faced humiliation, detention and deportation in Georgia. Over the span of the last month, two such cases have been reported, and no formal MEA statement or warning has been issued by the Indian government.

Detained for being Indian? Government silent over racial profiling in Georgia

Kamala Harris recently came on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and told the world that she doesn't use wireless headphones. This moment caught the attention of a lot of people, who are now left wondering whether they should also follow in her footsteps. This was her first interview since the 2024 presidential elections. Harris was there to talk about her new book, "107 Days". It details the length of her short campaign after Joe Biden left the race, and will be published by Simon &amp; Schuster on Sept. 23. Harris also talked about her life after politics, as she is temporarily away from it. “Just over a year ago, I launched my campaign for President of the United States,” Harris said in a video announcement on Thursday. “107 days travelling the country, fighting for our future — the shortest presidential campaign in modern history." However, amidst all this, her admission on the kind of headphones she uses sent social media spiralling. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-whats-wrong-with-her-trump-slams-kamala-harris-after-she-hints-at-running-2028-presidential-election-1754004867582">'What's wrong with her': Trump slams Kamala Harris after she hints at running 2028 presidential election</a> &nbsp;<h2>Only wired headphones for Kamala Harris</h2>It started with Colbert showing some never-before-seen photos from the book. There was one of Harris on the day Biden announced he was quitting the presidential race on July 21 2024. She talked about how while sitting at the vice president's residence on a Sunday, she took over 100 calls on her phone. Harris told the audience that she used wired headphones for the phone calls. She explained why she prefers wires over no wires when it comes to earpieces. "I've been teased about this, but I like these kinds of earpods that have the thing (the wires)", she said.<h2>Harris says wires headphones are much safer</h2>Harris claimed that with wired headphones, no one else can listen to your conversations, and they are safer than wireless headphones. “I served on the Senate Intelligence Committee. I have been in classified briefings", she said. "Don’t be on the train using your earpods, thinking somebody can’t listen to your conversation. I’m telling you, the [wired earphones] are a bit more secure." The average person doesn't have a lot of classified things to talk about, but was still piqued by what Harris said. Is someone really listening to everything they are hearing? people started discussing on social media.&nbsp;"You mean people can hear that I’m playing Phoebe Bridgers on repeat? Without my consent!??!?", a user wrote. Another said, "I hate the idea of people's privacy being violated". A third wrote, “A politician warning you about how “they” are listening to you is all you need to know!” Wireless headphones work through Bluetooth, and Harris seems to be under the impression that they can be hacked. While most Bluetooth devices are encrypted, one can never be sure who is listening in.

Former US vice president Kamala Harris confessed she uses only wired headphones because they are much safer than wireless. She seemed to imply on the Stephen Colbert show that wireless headphones can likely be hacked.

Kamala Harris recently came on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert and told the world that she doesn't use wireless headphones. This moment caught the attention of a lot of people, who are now left wondering whether they should also follow in her footsteps. This was her first interview since the 2024 presidential elections. Harris was there to talk about her new book, "107 Days". It details the length of her short campaign after Joe Biden left the race, and will be published by Simon & Schuster on Sept. 23. Harris also talked about her life after politics, as she is temporarily away from it. “Just over a year ago, I launched my campaign for President of the United States,” Harris said in a video announcement on Thursday. “107 days travelling the country, fighting for our future — the shortest presidential campaign in modern history." However, amidst all this, her admission on the kind of headphones she uses sent social media spiralling. Also Read: 'What's wrong with her': Trump slams Kamala Harris after she hints at running 2028 presidential election Only wired headphones for Kamala Harris It started with Colbert showing some never-before-seen photos from the book. There was one of Harris on the day Biden announced he was quitting the presidential race on July 21 2024. She talked about how while sitting at the vice president's residence on a Sunday, she took over 100 calls on her phone. Harris told the audience that she used wired headphones for the phone calls. She explained why she prefers wires over no wires when it comes to earpieces. "I've been teased about this, but I like these kinds of earpods that have the thing (the wires)", she said. Harris says wires headphones are much safer Harris claimed that with wired headphones, no one else can listen to your conversations, and they are safer than wireless headphones. “I served on the Senate Intelligence Committee. I have been in classified briefings", she said. "Don’t be on the train using your earpods, thinking somebody can’t listen to your conversation. I’m telling you, the [wired earphones] are a bit more secure." The average person doesn't have a lot of classified things to talk about, but was still piqued by what Harris said. Is someone really listening to everything they are hearing? people started discussing on social media. "You mean people can hear that I’m playing Phoebe Bridgers on repeat? Without my consent!??!?", a user wrote. Another said, "I hate the idea of people's privacy being violated". A third wrote, “A politician warning you about how “they” are listening to you is all you need to know!” Wireless headphones work through Bluetooth, and Harris seems to be under the impression that they can be hacked. While most Bluetooth devices are encrypted, one can never be sure who is listening in.

Former US vice president Kamala Harris confessed she uses only wired headphones because they are much safer than wireless. She seemed to imply on the Stephen Colbert show that wireless headphones can likely be hacked.

Kamala Harris reveals why she only uses wired headphones, and now everyone is scared

The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) said that it had air-dropped aid into the war-torn Gaza Strip in coordination with six other countries, adding that around 126 packages of food were air-dropped for the Gazans in southern and northern Gaza by six countries. Notably, this is the first time a joint operation has been conducted with three European countries.&nbsp;The six countries that were included with Israel were the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Egypt, Spain, France, and Germany. Last week, Jordan and the UAE airdropped 25 tonnes of aid into Gaza, which was the first airdrop in months.&nbsp;While refuting the starvation claims in Gaza, the Israeli military earlier said that it expanded air efforts to include airdrops to “improve the humanitarian response” and “refute false claims of intentional starvation in Gaza.”&nbsp;However, it is important to note that the airdrops are dangerous and insufficient to manage the increasing hunger and humanitarian crisis in Gaza, as per experts.&nbsp;The Gaza aid agencies have stressed that parachuting crates of aid is a risky and inefficient alternative. Juliette Touma, the chief spokesperson for the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees, said, "Why use airdrops when you can drive hundreds of trucks through the borders?”&nbsp;“It’s much easier, more effective, faster, cheaper,” she added.&nbsp;While Doctors Without Borders called the airdrop parcels "notoriously ineffective and dangerous", which forces people to "risk their lives for food."&nbsp;The United Nations’ humanitarian agency issued a statement in response to Israel's decision to allow airdrops, saying, "All efforts to provide aid to the people who desperately need it are welcome.” However, adding that the group and its partners "say that airdrops are the last resort measure and carry risks for people on the ground.”<h2>How does airdropping aid work?</h2>The military planes carry bundles of supplies and food to airdrop the food aid in Gaza. These supplies are loaded on pallets or flat platforms and are wrapped in netting so that it doesn't fall.&nbsp;These pallets are then attached to parachutes and pushed from the backs of aircraft to reach delivery areas.Some countries were dropping aid in Gaza last year; however, it stopped after some parcels fell and killed and injured people, while also damaging property.&nbsp;Meanwhile, some parcels landed in the sea or even in Israel. Reportedly, last year, at least five Palestinians were killed and many were injured in airdrop accidents, according to Gaza authorities.

The Gaza aid agencies have stressed that parachuting crates of aid is a risky and inefficient alternative. While Doctors Without Borders called the airdrop parcels "notoriously ineffective and dangerous", which forces people to "risk their lives for food."

The Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) said that it had air-dropped aid into the war-torn Gaza Strip in coordination with six other countries, adding that around 126 packages of food were air-dropped for the Gazans in southern and northern Gaza by six countries. Notably, this is the first time a joint operation has been conducted with three European countries. The six countries that were included with Israel were the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Egypt, Spain, France, and Germany. Last week, Jordan and the UAE airdropped 25 tonnes of aid into Gaza, which was the first airdrop in months. While refuting the starvation claims in Gaza, the Israeli military earlier said that it expanded air efforts to include airdrops to “improve the humanitarian response” and “refute false claims of intentional starvation in Gaza.” However, it is important to note that the airdrops are dangerous and insufficient to manage the increasing hunger and humanitarian crisis in Gaza, as per experts. The Gaza aid agencies have stressed that parachuting crates of aid is a risky and inefficient alternative. Juliette Touma, the chief spokesperson for the United Nations agency for Palestinian refugees, said, "Why use airdrops when you can drive hundreds of trucks through the borders?” “It’s much easier, more effective, faster, cheaper,” she added. While Doctors Without Borders called the airdrop parcels "notoriously ineffective and dangerous", which forces people to "risk their lives for food." The United Nations’ humanitarian agency issued a statement in response to Israel's decision to allow airdrops, saying, "All efforts to provide aid to the people who desperately need it are welcome.” However, adding that the group and its partners "say that airdrops are the last resort measure and carry risks for people on the ground.” How does airdropping aid work? The military planes carry bundles of supplies and food to airdrop the food aid in Gaza. These supplies are loaded on pallets or flat platforms and are wrapped in netting so that it doesn't fall. These pallets are then attached to parachutes and pushed from the backs of aircraft to reach delivery areas. Some countries were dropping aid in Gaza last year; however, it stopped after some parcels fell and killed and injured people, while also damaging property. Meanwhile, some parcels landed in the sea or even in Israel. Reportedly, last year, at least five Palestinians were killed and many were injured in airdrop accidents, according to Gaza authorities.

The Gaza aid agencies have stressed that parachuting crates of aid is a risky and inefficient alternative. While Doctors Without Borders called the airdrop parcels "notoriously ineffective and dangerous", which forces people to "risk their lives for food."

'Notoriously dangerous': Why airdrops in Gaza are risky last resort - Know as Israel airdrops 126 packages of aid amid mass starvation

Donald Trump's impeachments have been deleted from the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. As per reports, the 47th President of the United States, who happens to be the only POTUS to be impeached twice, has been removed from the "impeachment" exhibit, part of the wider exhibit called "The American Presidency". The display, which until July 2025 included references to both of Trump's impeachments, now states, "Only three presidents have seriously faced removal".<h2>Trump's impeachment display</h2>As per the Washington Post, the exhibit featuring Trump's impeachments has been up since September 2021. However, it has now been taken down, supposedly as part of a content review that the Smithsonian has "agreed to undertake following pressure from the White House to remove an art museum director".While, according to the report, the Smithsonian has said that "a future and updated exhibit will include all impeachments", all except a brief mention of the impeachments is made by the online companion. However, it doesn't provide much information about the cases.

<h2>United States' impeached presidents</h2>In the US, four presidents have been impeached:<ul><li>Andrew Johnson in 1868 for violating the Tenure of Office Act—was acquitted by the Senate later.</li><li>Richard Nixon, in 1974, faced impeachment proceedings for his role in the Watergate scandal. However, he resigned before the House could vote on the impeachment motion.</li><li>Bill Clinton in 1998 for the perjury and obstruction of justice related to his affair with Monica Lewinsky — was acquitted by the Senate later.</li><li>Donald Trump, as mentioned, has been impeached twice. In 2019, he was impeached for abuse of power and for alleged unlawful solicitation from Ukraine. In 2021, he was impeached over the Jan 6 US Capitol insurrection. Both times, he was acquitted by the Senate.</li></ul><h2>Trump rewriting history?</h2>Since his return to the White House, Donald Trump has made multiple attempts to exert influence over American cultural institutions. Since January of this year, he has taken over the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, has made drastic changes at the National Endowment for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Humanities and has imposed budget cuts on the National Park Service.In March, in an apparent bid to exert influence on the Smithsonian, he signed an executive order to eliminate what he called "anti-American ideology" across the Smithsonian museums and "restore the Smithsonian Institution to its rightful place as a symbol of inspiration and American greatness." He later, without any authority, tried to fire Kim Sajet, the director of the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery, accusing her of being "a highly partisan" person. To back his attempts, his White House later published a list of 17 instances, including the caption for the museum's presidential portrait for Trump, which mentioned the two impeachments and "incitement of insurrection" for Jan 6.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The exhibit featuring Trump's impeachments has been up since September 2021. However, it has now been taken down, supposedly as part of a content review that the Smithsonian has "agreed to undertake following pressure from the White House to remove an art museum director".

Donald Trump's impeachments have been deleted from the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History. As per reports, the 47th President of the United States, who happens to be the only POTUS to be impeached twice, has been removed from the "impeachment" exhibit, part of the wider exhibit called "The American Presidency". The display, which until July 2025 included references to both of Trump's impeachments, now states, "Only three presidents have seriously faced removal". Trump's impeachment display As per the Washington Post, the exhibit featuring Trump's impeachments has been up since September 2021. However, it has now been taken down, supposedly as part of a content review that the Smithsonian has "agreed to undertake following pressure from the White House to remove an art museum director". While, according to the report, the Smithsonian has said that "a future and updated exhibit will include all impeachments", all except a brief mention of the impeachments is made by the online companion. However, it doesn't provide much information about the cases.

The exhibit featuring Trump's impeachments has been up since September 2021. However, it has now been taken down, supposedly as part of a content review that the Smithsonian has "agreed to undertake following pressure from the White House to remove an art museum director".

Trump rewriting history? Smithsonian removes reference to his two impeachments from presidency exhibit

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Trump rewrites history? Smithsonian axes impeachments from presidency exhibit