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As families in Texas faced a deadly flooding emergency, Senator Ted Cruz was seen sightseeing at the Parthenon in Athens, Greece, a day after the Guadalupe River burst its banks, sweeping away more than 20 girls and causing catastrophic damage across Kerr County.Cruz, who was on holiday with his wife Heidi, posted on X around 9 am on 4 July about the unfolding disaster, hours after the worst flooding had already hit. He wrote, “Heidi and I continue to lift up in prayer the families of the victims.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-corruption-money-embezzlement-why-did-vladimir-putin-fire-roman-starovoit-ex-russian-minister-who-died-by-suicide-1751908795204">'Corruption, money embezzlement': Why did Putin fire Roman Starovoit? Ex-Russian minister who ‘died by suicide’</a><h2>A repeat of the Cancún controversy?</h2>This is not the first time Cruz has drawn fire for travelling abroad during a disaster. In February 2021, he came under intense criticism for fleeing a deadly freeze in Texas to Cancún while millions were left without power. This time, Cruz arrived in Athens on Thursday for a short break following the Senate’s vote on Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill”.On Saturday 5 July, over 24 hours after the floodwaters surged, he was seen at the ancient site of the Parthenon. A witness told The Daily Beast, “He was with his family and a lone security guard. As he walked past us, I simply said, ‘20 kids dead in Texas and you take a vacation?’ He sort of grunted and walked on. His wife shot me a dirty look. Then they continued on with their tour guide.”After The Daily Beast published its report, Cruz’s spokesperson insisted the senator had returned “as fast as humanly possible” and dismissed the story as a “bull-piece” that showed “no regard for the tragedy in Texas.”But flight data reviewed by The Beast contradicts that claim. Multiple commercial flights from Athens to San Antonio were available on both Friday and Saturday, including routes via Chicago, Atlanta, and Washington, D.C., that could have returned Cruz to Texas sooner than his eventual Sunday arrival.With increased demand, airlines have also added more direct connections between Greece and the US this year. In addition to commercial options, Cruz could have used a private charter, as senators frequently do for urgent travel.Cruz returned to Texas by Monday and appeared on Fox &amp; Friends from Kerrville, one of the hardest-hit towns. He told reporters he had been in contact with local authorities and President Trump “within hours” of the floods to request aid. “There aren’t words to describe the grief that Texans are feeling. Pray for Texas and Kerr County,” he posted on X.<h2>Officials defend federal response</h2>More than 100 people have died in the devastating floods, including at least 27 children, according to state officials. Some Democrats have questioned whether cuts under Trump’s administration may have affected the federal response. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt rejected that claim, calling it a “depraved lie”.“A flood watch was issued in the early afternoon of Thursday, July 3, followed by a flash flood warning that night and the early morning of July 4,” she said, adding, “Despite unprecedented rainfall, the National Weather Service executed timely and precise forecasts and warnings.” She added, “Many Democratic elected officials are trying to turn this into a political game. It is not. This is a national tragedy.”

Cruz, who was on holiday with his wife Heidi, posted on X around 9 am on 4 July about the unfolding disaster, hours after the worst flooding had already hit. He wrote, “Heidi and I continue to lift up in prayer the families of the victims.”

As families in Texas faced a deadly flooding emergency, Senator Ted Cruz was seen sightseeing at the Parthenon in Athens, Greece, a day after the Guadalupe River burst its banks, sweeping away more than 20 girls and causing catastrophic damage across Kerr County. Cruz, who was on holiday with his wife Heidi, posted on X around 9 am on 4 July about the unfolding disaster, hours after the worst flooding had already hit. He wrote, “Heidi and I continue to lift up in prayer the families of the victims.” Also read: 'Corruption, money embezzlement': Why did Putin fire Roman Starovoit? Ex-Russian minister who ‘died by suicide’ A repeat of the Cancún controversy? This is not the first time Cruz has drawn fire for travelling abroad during a disaster. In February 2021, he came under intense criticism for fleeing a deadly freeze in Texas to Cancún while millions were left without power. This time, Cruz arrived in Athens on Thursday for a short break following the Senate’s vote on Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill”. On Saturday 5 July, over 24 hours after the floodwaters surged, he was seen at the ancient site of the Parthenon. A witness told The Daily Beast, “He was with his family and a lone security guard. As he walked past us, I simply said, ‘20 kids dead in Texas and you take a vacation?’ He sort of grunted and walked on. His wife shot me a dirty look. Then they continued on with their tour guide.” After The Daily Beast published its report, Cruz’s spokesperson insisted the senator had returned “as fast as humanly possible” and dismissed the story as a “bull-piece” that showed “no regard for the tragedy in Texas.” But flight data reviewed by The Beast contradicts that claim. Multiple commercial flights from Athens to San Antonio were available on both Friday and Saturday, including routes via Chicago, Atlanta, and Washington, D.C., that could have returned Cruz to Texas sooner than his eventual Sunday arrival. With increased demand, airlines have also added more direct connections between Greece and the US this year. In addition to commercial options, Cruz could have used a private charter, as senators frequently do for urgent travel. Cruz returned to Texas by Monday and appeared on Fox & Friends from Kerrville, one of the hardest-hit towns. He told reporters he had been in contact with local authorities and President Trump “within hours” of the floods to request aid. “There aren’t words to describe the grief that Texans are feeling. Pray for Texas and Kerr County,” he posted on X. Officials defend federal response More than 100 people have died in the devastating floods, including at least 27 children, according to state officials. Some Democrats have questioned whether cuts under Trump’s administration may have affected the federal response. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt rejected that claim, calling it a “depraved lie”. “A flood watch was issued in the early afternoon of Thursday, July 3, followed by a flash flood warning that night and the early morning of July 4,” she said, adding, “Despite unprecedented rainfall, the National Weather Service executed timely and precise forecasts and warnings.” She added, “Many Democratic elected officials are trying to turn this into a political game. It is not. This is a national tragedy.”

Untitled SummaryCruz, who was on holiday with his wife Heidi, posted on X around 9 am on 4 July about the unfolding disaster, hours after the worst flooding had already hit. He wrote, “Heidi and I continue to lift up in prayer the families of the victims.”

'20 kids dead and you take a vacation?': Texas Senator Cruz was vacationing in Greece during deadly floods and this is not the first time

Iran has received Chinese surface-to-air missile batteries to ‘backup and reinforce’ its defences following the 12-day-long conflict and ceasefire with Israel, according to a report by Middle East Eye. According to the report White House and its partners in the Arab world are aware of the development. Theran has received deliveries of Chinese surface-to-air missile batteries. The officials did not disclose how many surface-to-air missiles were delivered, but Iran was paying for them with oil shipments.&nbsp;China is one of the largest importers of Iranian oil, with nearly 90 per cent of Iran's crude and condensate export flow to Beijing. "The Iranians engage in creative ways of trading," said an Arab official.&nbsp;The shipment marks a deepening relationship between Iran and China despite speculations that Russia and China kept a distance from the US during the Israel-Iran attack. Israel had significantly damaged the Iranian defence capabilities with attacks on its launch pads, military bases and assassinating Iranian generals and scientists. But Iran showed resilience, attacked Tel Aviv and Haifa, damaging several sensitive military sites.In the late 1980s, Iran received HY-2 Silkworm from China. The Islamic Republic used these missiles on Kuwait, US oil tankers in the tanker war. Iran also possesses the Russian S-300, which is capable of engaging UAVs and providing defence against ballistic and cruise missiles. They also have independently developed batteries of the Khordad series and the Bavar-373.In 2010, Iran is reported to have received HQ-9B missiles. These long-range semi-active radar homing (SARH) surface-to-air missiles (SAMs) were developed by China Precision Machinery Import and Export Corporation, a state-owned enterprise of the People's Republic of China. These missiles are derivatives of the Russian S-300.&nbsp;But these systems are not capable against stealth aircraft like the US F-35.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Iran has reportedly imported surface-to-air missile batteries from China to reinforce its defences against the Israeli threat. This development comes just days after the de facto ceasefire agreed between Israel and Iran on June 24

Iran has received Chinese surface-to-air missile batteries to ‘backup and reinforce’ its defences following the 12-day-long conflict and ceasefire with Israel, according to a report by Middle East Eye. According to the report White House and its partners in the Arab world are aware of the development. Theran has received deliveries of Chinese surface-to-air missile batteries. The officials did not disclose how many surface-to-air missiles were delivered, but Iran was paying for them with oil shipments. China is one of the largest importers of Iranian oil, with nearly 90 per cent of Iran's crude and condensate export flow to Beijing. "The Iranians engage in creative ways of trading," said an Arab official. The shipment marks a deepening relationship between Iran and China despite speculations that Russia and China kept a distance from the US during the Israel-Iran attack. Israel had significantly damaged the Iranian defence capabilities with attacks on its launch pads, military bases and assassinating Iranian generals and scientists. But Iran showed resilience, attacked Tel Aviv and Haifa, damaging several sensitive military sites. In the late 1980s, Iran received HY-2 Silkworm from China. The Islamic Republic used these missiles on Kuwait, US oil tankers in the tanker war. Iran also possesses the Russian S-300, which is capable of engaging UAVs and providing defence against ballistic and cruise missiles. They also have independently developed batteries of the Khordad series and the Bavar-373. In 2010, Iran is reported to have received HQ-9B missiles. These long-range semi-active radar homing (SARH) surface-to-air missiles (SAMs) were developed by China Precision Machinery Import and Export Corporation, a state-owned enterprise of the People's Republic of China. These missiles are derivatives of the Russian S-300. But these systems are not capable against stealth aircraft like the US F-35.

Iran has reportedly imported surface-to-air missile batteries from China to reinforce its defences against the Israeli threat. This development comes just days after the de facto ceasefire agreed between Israel and Iran on June 24

Iran 'reinforces' its defence with Chinese surface-to-air missile batteries days after ceasefire with Israel

The Kremlin on Tuesday (Jul 8) warned that sending more weapons to Ukraine would prolong the war between Russia and Ukraine that has been going on for more than three years. It added that the move does not align with attempts to promote a peaceful resolution. This comes a day after US President Donald Trump said that he would “have to send more weapons” to Ukraine to defend itself. Trump’s announcement followed Washington’s statement last week that it was halting some weapons shipments to Kyiv.&nbsp;&nbsp;“It is obvious of course that these actions probably do not align with attempts to promote a peaceful resolution,” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov was quoted by Russian news agencies as saying in a briefing. Peskov also criticised European nations for “actively contributing to the continuation of hostilities” with their arms supplies to Ukraine.&nbsp;“We’re going to have to send more weapons – defensive weapons primarily,” Trump had told reporters at the White House. “They’re getting hit very, very hard,” he spoke of Ukraine, adding that he was “not happy” with Russian President Vladimir Putin. &nbsp;Despite the mounting pressure from the US and European countries, Putin has not shown a willingness to end the conflict, which started after Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.&nbsp;The US president’s statement came after Moscow said on Monday (Jul 7) that its forces had captured their first village in Ukraine’s central Dnipropetrovsk region. Last month, Russia said that it had crossed the border into the region first time in its campaign.&nbsp;&nbsp;Before Russia’s announcement, it had launched a fresh large-scale drone and missile attack. The strikes also targeted Ukraine’s military recruitment centres. In a statement, Kyiv also said that it carried out a drone attack on a Russian ammunition factory in the Moscow region.&nbsp;&nbsp;

This comes a day after US President Donald Trump said that he will “have to send more weapons” to Ukraine to defend itself. Kremlin spokesman also criticised European nations for “actively contributing to the continuation of hostilities” with their arms supplies to Ukraine.

The Kremlin on Tuesday (Jul 8) warned that sending more weapons to Ukraine would prolong the war between Russia and Ukraine that has been going on for more than three years. It added that the move does not align with attempts to promote a peaceful resolution. This comes a day after US President Donald Trump said that he would “have to send more weapons” to Ukraine to defend itself. Trump’s announcement followed Washington’s statement last week that it was halting some weapons shipments to Kyiv. “It is obvious of course that these actions probably do not align with attempts to promote a peaceful resolution,” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov was quoted by Russian news agencies as saying in a briefing. Peskov also criticised European nations for “actively contributing to the continuation of hostilities” with their arms supplies to Ukraine. “We’re going to have to send more weapons – defensive weapons primarily,” Trump had told reporters at the White House. “They’re getting hit very, very hard,” he spoke of Ukraine, adding that he was “not happy” with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Despite the mounting pressure from the US and European countries, Putin has not shown a willingness to end the conflict, which started after Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The US president’s statement came after Moscow said on Monday (Jul 7) that its forces had captured their first village in Ukraine’s central Dnipropetrovsk region. Last month, Russia said that it had crossed the border into the region first time in its campaign. Before Russia’s announcement, it had launched a fresh large-scale drone and missile attack. The strikes also targeted Ukraine’s military recruitment centres. In a statement, Kyiv also said that it carried out a drone attack on a Russian ammunition factory in the Moscow region.

This comes a day after US President Donald Trump said that he will “have to send more weapons” to Ukraine to defend itself. Kremlin spokesman also criticised European nations for “actively contributing to the continuation of hostilities” with their arms supplies to Ukraine.

‘Doesn’t align with attempts for peaceful resolution’: Russia warns US against sending more weapons to Ukraine

India has abstained from a vote on the draft United Nations General Assembly resolution on Afghanistan. This is significant as India slowly makes overtures to the Taliban-led regime in Afghanistan. The Indian envoy to the UN opposed punitive measures against Afghanistan. &nbsp;Without mentioning Pakistan directly, India asked for coordinated efforts against terrorist groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammad and their sponsors. Stressing on its longstanding ties with Afghanistan, India expressed commitment to meeting the war-torn country's humanitarian and developmental needs.<h2>India opposes punishment-based approach to Afghanistan</h2>At the vote on Monday (July 7), India's &nbsp;Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, &nbsp;said a “business as usual” approach will not provide the desired outcomes for the Afghan people.&nbsp; &nbsp;“An approach focused only on punitive measures, in our view, is unlikely to succeed," Harish said. "The United Nations and the broader international community have adopted more balanced and nuanced approaches in other post-conflict contexts.”<h2>India hints at Pakistan-based terrorism at UN vote on Afghanistan</h2>While stressing that India was ‘closely monitoring the security situation in Afghanistan, Harish sought coordinated international efforts to ensure that entities like Al Qaeda, ISIL, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Jaish-e-Mohammed, “along with their regional sponsors who facilitate their operations,” no longer exploit Afghan territory for terrorism. This was an indirect reference to Pakistan.<h2>India highlights its humanitarian aid for Afghanistan</h2>Harish said India's immediate priorities in Afghanistan were humanitarian assistance and capacity building', while sharing that India had supported more than &nbsp;500 development projects in the country. India also provided humanitarian aid like wheat, medicines, vaccines and pesticides, Harish noted. “We have been working closely with UN agencies to support the Afghan people in critical areas such as health, food security, education and sports.”&nbsp; He also highlighted India's drug rehabilitation programmes in Afghanistan in partnership with the UNODC, the UN anti-narcotics agency.The Indian envoy also noted how India continues to provide scholarships for Afghans, which have supported 2,000 students since 2023, including 600 girls and women.<h2>What did the UN resolution on Afghanistan say?</h2>Introduced by Germany, the UNGA draft resolution on ‘The situation in Afghanistan’ was adopted with 116 votes in favour; two against. India was among 12 abstentions in the vote on the resolution, which recognised Afghanistan’s role as a “land bridge in Asia” critical for regional economic development and stability.&nbsp; The resolution noted the importance of regional cooperation and contributions from neighbouring countries such as India in supporting Afghan education and development.&nbsp; It asked the Taliban to establish cooperation mechanisms with interested&nbsp;

The Indian envoy to the UN opposed punitive measures against Afghanistan.  Stressing on its longstanding ties with Afghanistan, India expressed commitment to meeting the war-torn country's humanitarian and developmental needs.

India has abstained from a vote on the draft United Nations General Assembly resolution on Afghanistan. This is significant as India slowly makes overtures to the Taliban-led regime in Afghanistan. The Indian envoy to the UN opposed punitive measures against Afghanistan. Without mentioning Pakistan directly, India asked for coordinated efforts against terrorist groups like Lashkar-e-Taiba and Jaish-e-Mohammad and their sponsors. Stressing on its longstanding ties with Afghanistan, India expressed commitment to meeting the war-torn country's humanitarian and developmental needs. India opposes punishment-based approach to Afghanistan At the vote on Monday (July 7), India's Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Parvathaneni Harish, said a “business as usual” approach will not provide the desired outcomes for the Afghan people. “An approach focused only on punitive measures, in our view, is unlikely to succeed," Harish said. "The United Nations and the broader international community have adopted more balanced and nuanced approaches in other post-conflict contexts.” India hints at Pakistan-based terrorism at UN vote on Afghanistan While stressing that India was ‘closely monitoring the security situation in Afghanistan, Harish sought coordinated international efforts to ensure that entities like Al Qaeda, ISIL, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Jaish-e-Mohammed, “along with their regional sponsors who facilitate their operations,” no longer exploit Afghan territory for terrorism. This was an indirect reference to Pakistan. India highlights its humanitarian aid for Afghanistan Harish said India's immediate priorities in Afghanistan were humanitarian assistance and capacity building', while sharing that India had supported more than 500 development projects in the country. India also provided humanitarian aid like wheat, medicines, vaccines and pesticides, Harish noted. “We have been working closely with UN agencies to support the Afghan people in critical areas such as health, food security, education and sports.” He also highlighted India's drug rehabilitation programmes in Afghanistan in partnership with the UNODC, the UN anti-narcotics agency. The Indian envoy also noted how India continues to provide scholarships for Afghans, which have supported 2,000 students since 2023, including 600 girls and women. What did the UN resolution on Afghanistan say? Introduced by Germany, the UNGA draft resolution on ‘The situation in Afghanistan’ was adopted with 116 votes in favour; two against. India was among 12 abstentions in the vote on the resolution, which recognised Afghanistan’s role as a “land bridge in Asia” critical for regional economic development and stability. The resolution noted the importance of regional cooperation and contributions from neighbouring countries such as India in supporting Afghan education and development. It asked the Taliban to establish cooperation mechanisms with interested

The Indian envoy to the UN opposed punitive measures against Afghanistan. &nbsp;Stressing on its longstanding ties with Afghanistan, India expressed commitment to meeting the war-torn country's humanitarian and developmental needs.

In India's abstention from UN resolution vote on Afghanistan, a hint at Pakistan-sponsored terrorism

Passengers at several major airports in the United States (US) are no longer required to remove their shoes during standard preflight screenings, CBS News has confirmed. The decision was a part of the 2006 provisions which followed after British national Richard Reid, now popular as the "shoe bomber," attempted to blow up an American Airlines flight in December 2001 using explosives fitted in his footwear.Officials reported that the longstanding rule was phasing out at selected locations without any official announcement. Meanwhile, two sources familiar with the change confirmed that Passengers at some airports across the US will no longer be required to remove their shoes during regular preflight security checks.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/can-a-boeing-787-dreamliner-land-anywhere-7-toughest-airports-in-the-world-that-push-pilots-to-the-limit-1749817708062/1749817708063">Can a Boeing 787 Dreamliner land anywhere? 7 toughest airports in the world that push pilots to the limit</a>The change comes amid reports that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has let the security rule expire for travellers going through the standard TSA screening lines. In a statement to CBS News on Monday, TSA stated that the agency and the Department of Homeland Security are continuously exploring new and innovative ways to upgrade the passenger experience and our strong security posture.Citing officials familiar with the development, CBS News confirmed that the no-shoe-removal rule will not be enforced at airports including Baltimore/Washington International, Fort Lauderdale International, Portland International, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky, Philadelphia International, and Piedmont Triad International Airport in North Carolina.Further reports suggest that the relaxed protocol is being perceived there, despite not being officially listed among the initial locations. This change applies only to travellers using the standard TSA screening lanes; those enrolled in TSA PreCheck, who have already completed a pre-screening process, and were never required to remove their shoes.“T.S.A. and D.H.S. are always exploring new and innovative ways to enhance the passenger experience and our strong security posture. Any potential updates to our security process will be issued through official channels," a T.S.A. spokesman said, the New York Times reported.<h3>Why was the shoe-removal introduced?</h3>The shoe-removal requirement was introduced in 2006 after British national Richard Reid, popularly known as a “shoe bomber”, attempted to detonate explosives hidden in his footwear on an American Airlines flight in December 2001. Although Reid’s plan was thwarted by other passengers, and the flight safely landed in Boston, the incident led to stricter security protocols at US airports.Originally a voluntary measure, shoe removal quickly became mandatory at security checkpoints nationwide. This recent rollback represents one of the most significant easings of that rule in nearly twenty years.Meanwhile, no official timeline has been announced for expanding the relaxation nationwide, but a CBS report citing industry insiders indicates that additional airports could adopt the change quietly in the coming weeks.

The no-shoe-removal rule will not be enforced at airports including Baltimore/Washington International, Fort Lauderdale International, Portland International, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky, Philadelphia International, and Piedmont Triad International Airport in North Carolina.

Passengers at several major airports in the United States (US) are no longer required to remove their shoes during standard preflight screenings, CBS News has confirmed. The decision was a part of the 2006 provisions which followed after British national Richard Reid, now popular as the "shoe bomber," attempted to blow up an American Airlines flight in December 2001 using explosives fitted in his footwear. Officials reported that the longstanding rule was phasing out at selected locations without any official announcement. Meanwhile, two sources familiar with the change confirmed that Passengers at some airports across the US will no longer be required to remove their shoes during regular preflight security checks. Also read: Can a Boeing 787 Dreamliner land anywhere? 7 toughest airports in the world that push pilots to the limit The change comes amid reports that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has let the security rule expire for travellers going through the standard TSA screening lines. In a statement to CBS News on Monday, TSA stated that the agency and the Department of Homeland Security are continuously exploring new and innovative ways to upgrade the passenger experience and our strong security posture. Citing officials familiar with the development, CBS News confirmed that the no-shoe-removal rule will not be enforced at airports including Baltimore/Washington International, Fort Lauderdale International, Portland International, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky, Philadelphia International, and Piedmont Triad International Airport in North Carolina. Further reports suggest that the relaxed protocol is being perceived there, despite not being officially listed among the initial locations. This change applies only to travellers using the standard TSA screening lanes; those enrolled in TSA PreCheck, who have already completed a pre-screening process, and were never required to remove their shoes. “T.S.A. and D.H.S. are always exploring new and innovative ways to enhance the passenger experience and our strong security posture. Any potential updates to our security process will be issued through official channels," a T.S.A. spokesman said, the New York Times reported. Why was the shoe-removal introduced? The shoe-removal requirement was introduced in 2006 after British national Richard Reid, popularly known as a “shoe bomber”, attempted to detonate explosives hidden in his footwear on an American Airlines flight in December 2001. Although Reid’s plan was thwarted by other passengers, and the flight safely landed in Boston, the incident led to stricter security protocols at US airports. Originally a voluntary measure, shoe removal quickly became mandatory at security checkpoints nationwide. This recent rollback represents one of the most significant easings of that rule in nearly twenty years. Meanwhile, no official timeline has been announced for expanding the relaxation nationwide, but a CBS report citing industry insiders indicates that additional airports could adopt the change quietly in the coming weeks.

The no-shoe-removal rule will not be enforced at airports including Baltimore/Washington International, Fort Lauderdale International, Portland International, Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky, Philadelphia International, and Piedmont Triad International Airport in North Carolina.

Passengers no longer required to remove their shoes at US's major airports? Here's what TSA say

War hero Captain Karnal Sher Khan, whose mortal remains were once turned down by Pakistan, is now honoured by Field Marshal Asim Munir. A ceremony to honour the fallen soldier took place in the capital, Islamabad, on Saturday (July 5). The soldier from 12 North Light Infantry was killed in action in the 1999 Kargil war, he ‘fought very bravely’ for his country before he succumbed to his injuries. It was an Indian Army officer who slid a note in his pocket and asked his country, which read: ‘Captain Karnal Sher Khan of 12 NLI has fought very bravely &amp; he must be given his due recognition’.&nbsp;Remembering the 1999 war, Brigadier MPS Bajwa had also recommended that the soldier who was killed in ‘killed in hand to hand fight deserved something for his outstanding bravery.’ It was a gesture made in honour of the soldier’s valour, despite him being from the Pakistani side. The soldier’s body was initially refused by his own country. After which, he was posthumously awarded the highest honour, ‘Nishan-e-Haider’.And now, the media and public relations wing of the Pakistan Armed Forces highlights his valour, “During the Kargil conflict in 1999, Captain Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed, a symbol of unwavering courage and patriotism, sacrificed his life while defending the motherland with unparalleled valour. He remains an eternal source of inspiration for the Armed Forces and the nation. Captain Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed led from the front and made the ultimate sacrifice while defending the country’s sovereignty.” In a social media post, Brig Bajwa wrote, “It was all the time playing in my mind that the young Pakistani officer who was constantly inspiring his troops &amp; closed in on `India Gate' where he was ultimately killed in a hand-to-hand fight deserved something for his outstanding bravery. Preparations were being made to bury all 32 dead bodies of the enemy with honour, but I requested that I wanted to get this young officer's body down &amp; send his body back to Pakistan, highlighting his bravery. After some reluctance, the permission was granted.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, NI (M), Chief of Army Staff, Chairman Joint Chiefs of Staff Committee, Chief of Air Staff, Chief of Naval Staff and the Armed Forces of Pakistan solemnly commemorate and pay heartfelt tribute to Captain Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed, Nishan-e-Haider, on… <a href="https://t.co/D62qjQqV0U">pic.twitter.com/D62qjQqV0U</a>&mdash; DG ISPR (@OfficialDGISPR) <a href="https://twitter.com/OfficialDGISPR/status/1941208069603573831?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 4, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

“Through Civilian porters I got his body down &amp; before final dispatch, I took out a piece of paper &amp; in my own hand wrote "Captain Karnal Sher Khan of 12 NLI has fought very bravely &amp; he must be given his due recognition" &amp; placed the letter in his pocket. At that time I did what my heart told me not even knowing if this letter of mine will ever be seen by someone,” he continued. “Pakistan initially refused to take his body, but on the insistence of the Red Cross, the body was finally accepted &amp; taken to Pakistan. I was really very happy the day I learnt that he had been awarded the highest Military award "Nishan-e-Haider",” he added. &nbsp;Brig Bajwa also highlighted how he felt honoured that ‘it was the first time in the history of warfare, ‘two highest awards, 'PVC' to Gnr Yogender Yadav of 18 GRENADIERS &amp; 'Nishan-e-Haider' to the enemy officer, Captain Karnal Sher Khan, was recommended by the same Commander.’

War hero Captain Karnal Sher Khan, whose mortal remains were once turned down by Pakistan, is now honoured by Field Marshal Asim Munir. A ceremony to honour the fallen soldier took place in the capital, Islamabad, on Saturday

War hero Captain Karnal Sher Khan, whose mortal remains were once turned down by Pakistan, is now honoured by Field Marshal Asim Munir. A ceremony to honour the fallen soldier took place in the capital, Islamabad, on Saturday (July 5). The soldier from 12 North Light Infantry was killed in action in the 1999 Kargil war, he ‘fought very bravely’ for his country before he succumbed to his injuries. It was an Indian Army officer who slid a note in his pocket and asked his country, which read: ‘Captain Karnal Sher Khan of 12 NLI has fought very bravely & he must be given his due recognition’. Remembering the 1999 war, Brigadier MPS Bajwa had also recommended that the soldier who was killed in ‘killed in hand to hand fight deserved something for his outstanding bravery.’ It was a gesture made in honour of the soldier’s valour, despite him being from the Pakistani side. The soldier’s body was initially refused by his own country. After which, he was posthumously awarded the highest honour, ‘Nishan-e-Haider’. And now, the media and public relations wing of the Pakistan Armed Forces highlights his valour, “During the Kargil conflict in 1999, Captain Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed, a symbol of unwavering courage and patriotism, sacrificed his life while defending the motherland with unparalleled valour. He remains an eternal source of inspiration for the Armed Forces and the nation. Captain Karnal Sher Khan Shaheed led from the front and made the ultimate sacrifice while defending the country’s sovereignty.” In a social media post, Brig Bajwa wrote, “It was all the time playing in my mind that the young Pakistani officer who was constantly inspiring his troops & closed in on `India Gate' where he was ultimately killed in a hand-to-hand fight deserved something for his outstanding bravery. Preparations were being made to bury all 32 dead bodies of the enemy with honour, but I requested that I wanted to get this young officer's body down & send his body back to Pakistan, highlighting his bravery. After some reluctance, the permission was granted.”

War hero Captain Karnal Sher Khan, whose mortal remains were once turned down by Pakistan, is now honoured by Field Marshal Asim Munir. A ceremony to honour the fallen soldier took place in the capital, Islamabad, on Saturday.

Pak Field Marshal Asim Munir honours Kargil war hero, whose mortal remains the country once refused

Kabul could become the first modern city to run out of water in the next five years, with groundwater level dropping significantly due to over-extraction and the effects of climate change. According to a report by Mercy Corps, Kabul’s aquifer levels have plummeted by 82 – 98 feet in the last 10 years. The extraction level of water has exceeded natural reserves by a staggering 44 million cubic metres a year. The report said that according to UNICEF, nearly half of Kabul's underground bore wells are already dry. The reports project that if the current trend is followed, then Kabul will be dry by 2030. It also discloses that groundwater is believed to be unsafe, with high levels of sewage, arsenic and salinity.&nbsp;<h2>Why is Kabul in a water crisis?</h2>Firstly, a decade-long Soviet War in Afghanistan and a two-decade-long US intervention in Kabul have left the country in disarray. It forced people to move to Kabul as governance in the rest of the country suffered. Years of war have left the country in a poorly governed state. Weak governance and sanctions have compounded the problem; much of the aid that was allotted to the nation was used for security reasons. Since the Taliban's return to power, there have been efforts to manage the water crisis, but Western sanctions have made it difficult for the authorities.&nbsp;“In well-managed cities, such impacts are mitigated through robust water governance and infrastructure. Kabul lacks such capacity, and the current authorities are unable to address the problem without external support,” said Aseem Mayar, a former lecturer at Kabul Polytechnic University, as quoted by Al Jazeera.“The three rivers — Kabul river, Paghman river and Logar river—that replenish Kabul’s groundwater rely heavily on snow and glacier meltwater from the Hindu Kush mountains,” mentioned the report. ”However, between October 2023 to January 2024, Afghanistan only received only 45 to 60 percent of the average precipitation during the peak winter season compared to previous years."The prediction is based on the increasing difference between the groundwater recharge and the annual water extraction. “It reflects a worst-case scenario that could materialise by 2030 if no effective interventions are made,” &nbsp;said &nbsp;Mayar. Even though it is impossible to predict the exact date of the running out of water. But the crisis is dire.The majority of the Afghan population relies on borewells. According to the National Statistics Directorate, there are approximately 310,000 drilled wells and 120,000 unregulated bore wells in Kabul. According to a UN report of 23, around 49 per cent of the bore wells in Kabul are dry, and the rest of them are working at 60 per cent efficiency. As water becomes less people who can afford it, they dig deeper. Thus making less water available for poorer people. Water crisis exposes the divide between the city’s rich and poor.&nbsp;<h2>How can this crisis be addressed?</h2>"Artificial groundwater recharge and the development of basic water infrastructure around the city are urgently needed. Once these foundations are in place, a citywide water supply network can gradually be developed,” said Mayar.“Sanctions restrict Afghanistan’s access to essential resources, technology, and funding needed for water infrastructure development and maintenance,” said Mayar.The Afghan government needs to renew ageing water pipes t bring in water to the city from nearby rivers. They also need to recharge underground aquifers with the construction of check dams and reservoirs.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Kabul is at a dire water crisis, with the growing gap between groundwater recharge and the annual water extraction. A report by Mercy Corps predicts that Kabul will run out of water by 2030. 

Kabul could become the first modern city to run out of water in the next five years, with groundwater level dropping significantly due to over-extraction and the effects of climate change. According to a report by Mercy Corps, Kabul’s aquifer levels have plummeted by 82 – 98 feet in the last 10 years. The extraction level of water has exceeded natural reserves by a staggering 44 million cubic metres a year. The report said that according to UNICEF, nearly half of Kabul's underground bore wells are already dry. The reports project that if the current trend is followed, then Kabul will be dry by 2030. It also discloses that groundwater is believed to be unsafe, with high levels of sewage, arsenic and salinity. Why is Kabul in a water crisis? Firstly, a decade-long Soviet War in Afghanistan and a two-decade-long US intervention in Kabul have left the country in disarray. It forced people to move to Kabul as governance in the rest of the country suffered. Years of war have left the country in a poorly governed state. Weak governance and sanctions have compounded the problem; much of the aid that was allotted to the nation was used for security reasons. Since the Taliban's return to power, there have been efforts to manage the water crisis, but Western sanctions have made it difficult for the authorities. “In well-managed cities, such impacts are mitigated through robust water governance and infrastructure. Kabul lacks such capacity, and the current authorities are unable to address the problem without external support,” said Aseem Mayar, a former lecturer at Kabul Polytechnic University, as quoted by Al Jazeera. “The three rivers — Kabul river, Paghman river and Logar river—that replenish Kabul’s groundwater rely heavily on snow and glacier meltwater from the Hindu Kush mountains,” mentioned the report. ”However, between October 2023 to January 2024, Afghanistan only received only 45 to 60 percent of the average precipitation during the peak winter season compared to previous years." The prediction is based on the increasing difference between the groundwater recharge and the annual water extraction. “It reflects a worst-case scenario that could materialise by 2030 if no effective interventions are made,” said Mayar. Even though it is impossible to predict the exact date of the running out of water. But the crisis is dire. The majority of the Afghan population relies on borewells. According to the National Statistics Directorate, there are approximately 310,000 drilled wells and 120,000 unregulated bore wells in Kabul. According to a UN report of 23, around 49 per cent of the bore wells in Kabul are dry, and the rest of them are working at 60 per cent efficiency. As water becomes less people who can afford it, they dig deeper. Thus making less water available for poorer people. Water crisis exposes the divide between the city’s rich and poor. How can this crisis be addressed? "Artificial groundwater recharge and the development of basic water infrastructure around the city are urgently needed. Once these foundations are in place, a citywide water supply network can gradually be developed,” said Mayar. “Sanctions restrict Afghanistan’s access to essential resources, technology, and funding needed for water infrastructure development and maintenance,” said Mayar. The Afghan government needs to renew ageing water pipes t bring in water to the city from nearby rivers. They also need to recharge underground aquifers with the construction of check dams and reservoirs.

Kabul is at a dire water crisis, with the growing gap between groundwater recharge and the annual water extraction. A report by Mercy Corps predicts that Kabul will run out of water by 2030.&nbsp;

Kabul to become first big city without water by 2030, amid conflict, climate change and government failure

China on Monday (July 7) said that it has close ties with Pakistan and it does cooperate with the country on defence, but chose not to respond to the direct question of its role and help to Islamabad during Operation Sindoor in May this year. Addressing a media briefing, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said, “China and Pakistan are close neighbours, enjoying traditional friendship. Defence and security cooperation is part of the normal cooperation between the two countries and does not target any third party.” The Chinese response came after Indian Army's Deputy Chief Lt Gen Rahul R Singh suggested that Beijing provided active military support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor using the conflict as a “live lab” to test various weapon systems. Notably, Pakitan Army chief Asim Munir has also responded on the matter. China also highlighted its relationship with India, stating that it is in "critical moment of improvement and development.”&nbsp;<h2>What Indian Army's Deputy Chief Lt Gen Rahul Singh said?</h2>Addressing the 'New Age Military Technologies' conference organised by FICCI last week, Gen. Singh highlighted the scale of Chinese influence on Pakistan's defence preparedness, pointing out that as much as 81 per cent of Islamabad's military hardware comes from China. He also said that while Pakistan was the "front face", China extended all possible support to its all-weather ally, Turkiye was also playing a major role by supplying military hardware to Islamabad, adding that India was actually dealing with at least three adversaries during the May 7-10 conflict.&nbsp;"If you are to look at statistics, in the last five years, 81% of the military hardware that Pakistan is getting is all Chinese...China is able to test its weapons against other weapons, so it's like a live lab available to them," the top Army general said. "When DGMO-level talks were going on, Pakistan was actually mentioning that we know your important vector is primed, and it is ready for action. I would request you to pull it back. So, they were getting live inputs... from China," he added.<h2>What Asim Munir said on the matter?</h2>Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir on Monday (July 7, 2025) rejected assertions that Islamabad received external support during the conflict with India, saying such assertions are “factually incorrect”. In an address to the graduating officers at the National Defence University Islamabad, Munir said, "Insinuations regarding external support in Pakistan's successful Operation Bunyanum Marsoos are irresponsible and factually incorrect and reflect a chronic reluctance to acknowledge indigenous capability and institutional resilience developed over decades of strategic prudence,” he said. “Naming other states as participants in the purely bilateral military conflagration is also a shoddy attempt at playing camp politics...," he added.&nbsp;

China on Monday (July 7) said that it has close ties with Pakistan and it does cooperate with the country on defence, but chose not to respond to the direct question of its role and help to Islamabad during Operation Sindoor in May this year.

China on Monday (July 7) said that it has close ties with Pakistan and it does cooperate with the country on defence, but chose not to respond to the direct question of its role and help to Islamabad during Operation Sindoor in May this year. Addressing a media briefing, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said, “China and Pakistan are close neighbours, enjoying traditional friendship. Defence and security cooperation is part of the normal cooperation between the two countries and does not target any third party.” The Chinese response came after Indian Army's Deputy Chief Lt Gen Rahul R Singh suggested that Beijing provided active military support to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor using the conflict as a “live lab” to test various weapon systems. Notably, Pakitan Army chief Asim Munir has also responded on the matter. China also highlighted its relationship with India, stating that it is in "critical moment of improvement and development.” What Indian Army's Deputy Chief Lt Gen Rahul Singh said? Addressing the 'New Age Military Technologies' conference organised by FICCI last week, Gen. Singh highlighted the scale of Chinese influence on Pakistan's defence preparedness, pointing out that as much as 81 per cent of Islamabad's military hardware comes from China. He also said that while Pakistan was the "front face", China extended all possible support to its all-weather ally, Turkiye was also playing a major role by supplying military hardware to Islamabad, adding that India was actually dealing with at least three adversaries during the May 7-10 conflict. "If you are to look at statistics, in the last five years, 81% of the military hardware that Pakistan is getting is all Chinese...China is able to test its weapons against other weapons, so it's like a live lab available to them," the top Army general said. "When DGMO-level talks were going on, Pakistan was actually mentioning that we know your important vector is primed, and it is ready for action. I would request you to pull it back. So, they were getting live inputs... from China," he added. What Asim Munir said on the matter? Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir on Monday (July 7, 2025) rejected assertions that Islamabad received external support during the conflict with India, saying such assertions are “factually incorrect”. In an address to the graduating officers at the National Defence University Islamabad, Munir said, "Insinuations regarding external support in Pakistan's successful Operation Bunyanum Marsoos are irresponsible and factually incorrect and reflect a chronic reluctance to acknowledge indigenous capability and institutional resilience developed over decades of strategic prudence,” he said. “Naming other states as participants in the purely bilateral military conflagration is also a shoddy attempt at playing camp politics...," he added.

China on Monday (July 7) said that it has close ties with Pakistan and it does cooperate with the country on defence, but chose not to respond to the direct question of its role and help to Islamabad during Operation Sindoor in May this year.

'Traditional friendship...': China finally REVEALS if it helped 'close neighbour' Pakistan in Operation Sindoor

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Addressing a media briefing on Monday (July 7), Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning downplayed the French allegations that it deployed its embassies to spread doubts about the performance of French-made Rafale jets after India used them in conflict with Pakistan in May. When asked about it, Mao said, “I am not familiar with what you mentioned”. Meanwhile, the Chinese Ministry of National Defence was quoted by Chinese media as denying the allegations. Global Times, in a post on X, said that the Chinese defence ministry labelled the accusations as “pure groundless rumours and slander,” and reiterated China’s commitment to a “prudent and responsible approach to military exports,” and emphasised its role in promoting “regional and global peace and stability.”&nbsp;India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, targeting terrorist infrastructure in territories controlled by Pakistan in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. The strikes triggered four days of intense clashes that ended with a ceasefire understanding on stopping the military actions on May 10. New Delhi has maintained that India's fierce counterattack that day forced Pakistan to plead for ending the hostilities.<h2>What did France allege?</h2>France also said that shortly after the escalation of tensions between India and Pakistan, a “vast campaign of disinformation” began to circulate online. The French Ministry for Armed Forces claimed that disinformation was spread to "promote the superiority of alternative equipment, notably of Chinese design." French military and intelligence officials claimed China orchestrated a disinformation campaign aimed at damaging the credibility and export prospects of the French-made Rafale fighter jet. French officials said that they have found that the Chinese embassies were trying to undermine Rafale sales by persuading countries that have already ordered the jets, notably Indonesia, not to buy them and instead choose Chinese-made fighters, according to an AP report.&nbsp;&nbsp;"The Rafale was not randomly targeted. It is a highly capable fighter jet, exported abroad and deployed in a high-visibility theater," the French Ministry for Armed Forces added in a statement. “The Rafale was also targeted because it represents a strategic French offering. By attacking the aircraft, certain actors sought to undermine the credibility of France and its defence industrial and technological base. The disinformation campaign therefore, did not merely target an aircraft, but more broadly a national image of strategic autonomy, industrial reliability, and solid partnerships," it said.

China's Defence Ministry rejected claims that it tried to damage the Rafale jet's global image, calling them baseless and slanderous. It reaffirmed its commitment to responsible military exports.


Addressing a media briefing on Monday (July 7), Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning downplayed the French allegations that it deployed its embassies to spread doubts about the performance of French-made Rafale jets after India used them in conflict with Pakistan in May. When asked about it, Mao said, “I am not familiar with what you mentioned”. Meanwhile, the Chinese Ministry of National Defence was quoted by Chinese media as denying the allegations. Global Times, in a post on X, said that the Chinese defence ministry labelled the accusations as “pure groundless rumours and slander,” and reiterated China’s commitment to a “prudent and responsible approach to military exports,” and emphasised its role in promoting “regional and global peace and stability.” India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, targeting terrorist infrastructure in territories controlled by Pakistan in response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. The strikes triggered four days of intense clashes that ended with a ceasefire understanding on stopping the military actions on May 10. New Delhi has maintained that India's fierce counterattack that day forced Pakistan to plead for ending the hostilities. What did France allege? France also said that shortly after the escalation of tensions between India and Pakistan, a “vast campaign of disinformation” began to circulate online. The French Ministry for Armed Forces claimed that disinformation was spread to "promote the superiority of alternative equipment, notably of Chinese design." French military and intelligence officials claimed China orchestrated a disinformation campaign aimed at damaging the credibility and export prospects of the French-made Rafale fighter jet. French officials said that they have found that the Chinese embassies were trying to undermine Rafale sales by persuading countries that have already ordered the jets, notably Indonesia, not to buy them and instead choose Chinese-made fighters, according to an AP report. "The Rafale was not randomly targeted. It is a highly capable fighter jet, exported abroad and deployed in a high-visibility theater," the French Ministry for Armed Forces added in a statement. “The Rafale was also targeted because it represents a strategic French offering. By attacking the aircraft, certain actors sought to undermine the credibility of France and its defence industrial and technological base. The disinformation campaign therefore, did not merely target an aircraft, but more broadly a national image of strategic autonomy, industrial reliability, and solid partnerships," it said.

China's Defence Ministry rejected claims that it tried to damage the Rafale jet's global image, calling them baseless and slanderous. It reaffirmed its commitment to responsible military exports.

Did China launch global campaign against Rafale jets during India-Pak tensions? Here's 8-word answer by the Chinese

China expands visa-free entry to 74 countries, allowing citizens to enter China for up to 30 days in a major push for tourism. The country has announced the policy change this week, which will take effect from early July. This initiative aims to boost the revenue of the tourism industry and enhance its soft power. In 2024, more than 20 million foreign visitors entered China without a visa, more than double the number in 2023, and authorities hope the number continues with an upward trend.&nbsp;“I’m practically overwhelmed with tours and struggling to keep up”, says Gao Jun, a veteran English-speaking tour guide with over 20 years of experience.&nbsp;<h2>Who can enter China without a visa?</h2>From Europe, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland are in the 30-day list. Countries like the United Kingdom, the Czech Republic, Sweden, Lithuania, Ukraine and Russia are allowed 10-day visa-free transit entry.In South America, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay; in Asia and Oceania, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, and Uzbekistan (Japan, Croatia, and the Balkan states were added by late 2024) are in the 30-day list.&nbsp;In the Middle East, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates are allowed 30-day visa-free entry to China. From Central Asia and the Caucasus, Azerbaijan(joining July 16, 2025), Georgia, and Kazakhstan are in the list. Notably, Thailand, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan access do not expire. Some North American countries, such as the United States, Canada and Mexico, can enter China on a 10-day visa-free transit entry and depart to a country different from the one they came from.&nbsp;"This is a landmark decision aimed at deepening people-to-people exchanges and supporting China's services sector", said a spokesperson from the National Immigration Administration.No African countries are in the list, with many Asian countries such as India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bangladesh not in the list.&nbsp;While the policy is currently set as a one-year trial, tourism officials say it could be extended or expanded based on outcomes. &nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>&nbsp;</h2>

In an attempt to further boost its tourism industry, Beijing has loosened its Visa-free policy, allowing citizens from 74 countries to enter China for up to 30 days without a visa.

China expands visa-free entry to 74 countries, allowing citizens to enter China for up to 30 days in a major push for tourism. The country has announced the policy change this week, which will take effect from early July. This initiative aims to boost the revenue of the tourism industry and enhance its soft power. In 2024, more than 20 million foreign visitors entered China without a visa, more than double the number in 2023, and authorities hope the number continues with an upward trend. “I’m practically overwhelmed with tours and struggling to keep up”, says Gao Jun, a veteran English-speaking tour guide with over 20 years of experience. Who can enter China without a visa? From Europe, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Monaco, Netherlands, North Macedonia, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, San Marino, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland are in the 30-day list. Countries like the United Kingdom, the Czech Republic, Sweden, Lithuania, Ukraine and Russia are allowed 10-day visa-free transit entry. In South America, Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Peru, and Uruguay; in Asia and Oceania, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, and Uzbekistan (Japan, Croatia, and the Balkan states were added by late 2024) are in the 30-day list. In the Middle East, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates are allowed 30-day visa-free entry to China. From Central Asia and the Caucasus, Azerbaijan(joining July 16, 2025), Georgia, and Kazakhstan are in the list. Notably, Thailand, Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan access do not expire. Some North American countries, such as the United States, Canada and Mexico, can enter China on a 10-day visa-free transit entry and depart to a country different from the one they came from. "This is a landmark decision aimed at deepening people-to-people exchanges and supporting China's services sector", said a spokesperson from the National Immigration Administration. No African countries are in the list, with many Asian countries such as India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Nepal and Bangladesh not in the list. While the policy is currently set as a one-year trial, tourism officials say it could be extended or expanded based on outcomes.

In an attempt to further boost its tourism industry, Beijing has loosened its Visa-free policy, allowing citizens from 74 countries to enter China for up to 30 days without a visa.

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The Delhi High Court dismissed Turkish-based firm Celebi's pleas challenging the revocation of its security clearance by aviation watchdog BCAS, saying there are "compelling national security considerations" involved. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Safety (BCAS) on May 15 revoked the security clearance, days after Turkey backed Pakistan after India conducted Operation Sindoor. Celebi Aviation moved to court against the Centre. In its petition, it said that the move is “mere rhetoric of national security.”<h2>What did the court say?</h2>Justice Sachin Datta on Monday (July 7), while delivering the verdict, underlined the necessity to eliminate the possibility of espionage or dual use of logistics capabilities which would be highly detrimental to the security of the country, especially in the event of an external conflict. “There is a necessity to eliminate the possibility of espionage and/or dual use of logistics capabilities, which would be highly detrimental to the security of the country, especially in the event of an external conflict,” Justice Sachin Dutta said. “On perusal of the relevant inputs/information, it indeed transpires that there are compelling national security considerations involved, which impelled the respondents to take impugned action…There are impelling geopolitical considerations, impinging upon the safety of the country, which are also involved,” Justice Dutta added. “As per settled law, once national security considerations are found to exist, on the basis of which the security clearance has been cancelled/revoked, it is not for the court to second-guess the same,” he said.<h2>What was the case?</h2>Celebi Airport Services India Pvt Ltd and Celebi Delhi Cargo Terminal Management India Pvt Ltd oversee ground handling and cargo terminal operations at several airports in India. Days after India’s Operation Sindoor, Ankara showed solidarity with Pakistan. Though India did not link its revocation to the incident, it came days after Turkey's statement. Appearing for the Centre, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta said the petitioner deals with operations at airports. "Every such person knows the nook and cranny of aircraft and airports. Passenger's luggage is not cargo. All flights are passenger-cum-cargo. We are dealing with the most delicate subject of civil aviation and national security and sovereignty of the nation," he said.<h2>How Turkey helped Pakistan and calls for #BoycottTurkey</h2>Turkiye’s foreign affairs ministry last month condemned India’s “unprovoked aggression violating Pakistan’s sovereignty and killing innocent civilians”. It said Operation Sindoor raised the “risk of an all-out war.” Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said that his country will always side with the “<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/turkish-president-ergodan-continues-to-support-pakistan-as-indian-tourists-reject-travel-call-for-boycott-9069496">brotherly people of Pakistan in good and bad times”</a>. Calls for the boycott of Turkey grew stronger when India's Wing Commander Vyomika Singh revealed that the 300-400 drones sent by Pakistan across India’s bordering states were Turkish-made Songar drones. Joining the bandwagon of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/indian-travel-companies-suspend-bookings-to-turkey-and-azerbaijan-9068194">boycotting Turkey</a> over their support to Pakistan, several Indian institutions and tour and travel companies announced suspension or cancellation of their tie-ups with Turkey.

The government withdrew the security clearance of Turkish firm Çelebi's Indian airport services arm, citing national security risks and halting its operations at nine airports, including Delhi and Mumbai. The firm went to the court against Centre.

The Delhi High Court dismissed Turkish-based firm Celebi's pleas challenging the revocation of its security clearance by aviation watchdog BCAS, saying there are "compelling national security considerations" involved. The Bureau of Civil Aviation Safety (BCAS) on May 15 revoked the security clearance, days after Turkey backed Pakistan after India conducted Operation Sindoor. Celebi Aviation moved to court against the Centre. In its petition, it said that the move is “mere rhetoric of national security.” What did the court say? Justice Sachin Datta on Monday (July 7), while delivering the verdict, underlined the necessity to eliminate the possibility of espionage or dual use of logistics capabilities which would be highly detrimental to the security of the country, especially in the event of an external conflict. “There is a necessity to eliminate the possibility of espionage and/or dual use of logistics capabilities, which would be highly detrimental to the security of the country, especially in the event of an external conflict,” Justice Sachin Dutta said. “On perusal of the relevant inputs/information, it indeed transpires that there are compelling national security considerations involved, which impelled the respondents to take impugned action…There are impelling geopolitical considerations, impinging upon the safety of the country, which are also involved,” Justice Dutta added. “As per settled law, once national security considerations are found to exist, on the basis of which the security clearance has been cancelled/revoked, it is not for the court to second-guess the same,” he said. What was the case? Celebi Airport Services India Pvt Ltd and Celebi Delhi Cargo Terminal Management India Pvt Ltd oversee ground handling and cargo terminal operations at several airports in India. Days after India’s Operation Sindoor, Ankara showed solidarity with Pakistan. Though India did not link its revocation to the incident, it came days after Turkey's statement. Appearing for the Centre, Solicitor General Tushar Mehta said the petitioner deals with operations at airports. "Every such person knows the nook and cranny of aircraft and airports. Passenger's luggage is not cargo. All flights are passenger-cum-cargo. We are dealing with the most delicate subject of civil aviation and national security and sovereignty of the nation," he said. How Turkey helped Pakistan and calls for #BoycottTurkey Turkiye’s foreign affairs ministry last month condemned India’s “unprovoked aggression violating Pakistan’s sovereignty and killing innocent civilians”. It said Operation Sindoor raised the “risk of an all-out war.” Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said that his country will always side with the “brotherly people of Pakistan in good and bad times”. Calls for the boycott of Turkey grew stronger when India's Wing Commander Vyomika Singh revealed that the 300-400 drones sent by Pakistan across India’s bordering states were Turkish-made Songar drones. Joining the bandwagon of boycotting Turkey over their support to Pakistan, several Indian institutions and tour and travel companies announced suspension or cancellation of their tie-ups with Turkey.

The government withdrew the security clearance of Turkish firm Çelebi's Indian airport services arm, citing national security risks and halting its operations at nine airports, including Delhi and Mumbai. The firm went to the court against Centre.

'Possibility of espionage': Setback for Turkey-based Çelebi as Indian court dismisses plea against Centre

An earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 4.5 jolted the coast of the Tokara Islands, Japan, at around 11 am (2:00 am GMT) on Tuesday. The tremor registered a level 4 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale of 7 at Kusekijima Island, part of Toshima Village in Kagoshima Prefecture. However, the quake posed no tsunami threat and originated at a depth of approximately 30 kilometres, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency.In addition, Kodakarajima Island, also part of the village, along with Amami in Kagoshima, recorded a lower intensity of 2.Similarly, another earthquake took place near the Tokara Islands at 12:02 pm on Monday, with Akusekijima once again registering an intensity of 4. The depth and magnitude were consistent, around 30 kilometres and 4.5, respectively, according to a report in the Japan News.Additionally, Akusekijima was rocked by two more tremors overnight. The first, at 12:08 am, measured 4, followed by a slightly stronger quake at 12:12 am, which registered a lower 5 on the intensity scale.<h3>Continuous quakes in several southern islands of Japan</h3>For the past few days, the southern Islands in Japan have been experiencing continuous tremors. The islands, such as Tokara and Akuseki, have been experiencing seismic activities since 21 June following a magnitude 5.5 earthquake that struck last week, officials said.According to a report on the BBC, Tokara Island reported no major damage. In addition, no tsunami warning was issued, but authorities have advised residents to prepare to evacuate if required.As per Channel News Asia, no major physical damage was also reported from the hardest-hit Akuseki island, which was hit by a 5.1-magnitude quake overnight. Officials added that out of 89 residents of Akuseki Island, 44 had evacuated to the regional hub of Kagoshima by Sunday, while 15 other residents left another nearby island.Japan, a home to around 125 million people, the archipelago typically experiences approximately 1,500 quakes each year, accounting for roughly 18 per cent of the world’s seismic activity.&nbsp;

Additionally, Akusekijima was rocked by two more tremors overnight. The first, at 12:08 am, measured 4, followed by a slightly stronger quake at 12:12 am, which registered a lower 5 on the intensity scale.

An earthquake with an estimated magnitude of 4.5 jolted the coast of the Tokara Islands, Japan, at around 11 am (2:00 am GMT) on Tuesday. The tremor registered a level 4 on the Japanese seismic intensity scale of 7 at Kusekijima Island, part of Toshima Village in Kagoshima Prefecture. However, the quake posed no tsunami threat and originated at a depth of approximately 30 kilometres, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency. In addition, Kodakarajima Island, also part of the village, along with Amami in Kagoshima, recorded a lower intensity of 2. Similarly, another earthquake took place near the Tokara Islands at 12:02 pm on Monday, with Akusekijima once again registering an intensity of 4. The depth and magnitude were consistent, around 30 kilometres and 4.5, respectively, according to a report in the Japan News. Additionally, Akusekijima was rocked by two more tremors overnight. The first, at 12:08 am, measured 4, followed by a slightly stronger quake at 12:12 am, which registered a lower 5 on the intensity scale. Continuous quakes in several southern islands of Japan For the past few days, the southern Islands in Japan have been experiencing continuous tremors. The islands, such as Tokara and Akuseki, have been experiencing seismic activities since 21 June following a magnitude 5.5 earthquake that struck last week, officials said. According to a report on the BBC, Tokara Island reported no major damage. In addition, no tsunami warning was issued, but authorities have advised residents to prepare to evacuate if required. As per Channel News Asia, no major physical damage was also reported from the hardest-hit Akuseki island, which was hit by a 5.1-magnitude quake overnight. Officials added that out of 89 residents of Akuseki Island, 44 had evacuated to the regional hub of Kagoshima by Sunday, while 15 other residents left another nearby island. Japan, a home to around 125 million people, the archipelago typically experiences approximately 1,500 quakes each year, accounting for roughly 18 per cent of the world’s seismic activity.

Akusekijima was rocked by two more tremors overnight. The first, at 12:08 am, measured 4, followed by a slightly stronger quake at 12:12 am, which registered a lower 5 on the intensity scale.

Earthquake of magnitude 4.5 hits Japan's Tokara Islands, Akusekijima records multiple jolts

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Jul 7) said that he would like to lift the US sanctions imposed on Iran but added that this could only be done "at the right time". The POTUS also revealed that Washington was scheduled to hold talks with Tehran, claiming, "they want to talk". Trump made the statement as he hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a dinner at the White House. When asked about the probability of the US carrying out another strike on Iran, Trump did not dismiss the possibility but said, "We're not going to have to do that".<h2>Impending Iran-US talks</h2>According to Donald Trump, Iran has "requested a meeting" as "they want to talk". The POTUS said that it'll be "good" if a deal can be signed as a result of the talks. “If we can put something down on paper, that will be fine. It'll be good," he said, adding, "We'll see what happens." Meanwhile, Trump's Middle East envoy has said that the meeting could happen in the "next week or so".When asked if there was something that could make him "have the desire" to carry out fresh strikes on Iran, Trump coyly replied, "we're not going to have to do that. I can't imagine wanting to do that". However, it must be noted that he did not dismiss the possibility that the US could strike Iran in the future. "I can't imagine them wanting to do that. They want to meet...they want to work something out," he added, as reported by the Anadolu news agency.<h2>Will Trump lift Iran sanctions?</h2>When asked about US-imposed sanctions on Tehran, Trump said that Iran was "very different now" than it was two weeks ago – before the US carried out "Operation Midnight Hammer", striking Iranian nuclear sites. "I hope it's over. Yeah, I think Iran wants to meet. I think they want to make peace, and I'm all for it," he added.Referring to the US lifting Syrian sanctions, he said that the decision was taken at the request of many countries in the Middle East, adding that the US wanted "to give them (Syria) a chance". He then said, similarly, he would like to remove the tough "biting" sanctions the US has imposed on Iran, but "at the right time". "I would love to be able to, at the right time, take those sanctions off (Iran), give them a chance at rebuilding, because I'd like to see Iran build itself back up in a peaceful manner and not going around saying, 'Death to America,' 'Death to the USA,' 'Death to Israel,' as they were doing," he said.&nbsp;

When asked about the probability of the US carrying out another strike on Iran, Trump did not dismiss the possibility but said, "We're not going to have to do that".

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Jul 7) said that he would like to lift the US sanctions imposed on Iran but added that this could only be done "at the right time". The POTUS also revealed that Washington was scheduled to hold talks with Tehran, claiming, "they want to talk". Trump made the statement as he hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for a dinner at the White House. When asked about the probability of the US carrying out another strike on Iran, Trump did not dismiss the possibility but said, "We're not going to have to do that". Impending Iran-US talks According to Donald Trump, Iran has "requested a meeting" as "they want to talk". The POTUS said that it'll be "good" if a deal can be signed as a result of the talks. “If we can put something down on paper, that will be fine. It'll be good," he said, adding, "We'll see what happens." Meanwhile, Trump's Middle East envoy has said that the meeting could happen in the "next week or so". When asked if there was something that could make him "have the desire" to carry out fresh strikes on Iran, Trump coyly replied, "we're not going to have to do that. I can't imagine wanting to do that". However, it must be noted that he did not dismiss the possibility that the US could strike Iran in the future. "I can't imagine them wanting to do that. They want to meet...they want to work something out," he added, as reported by the Anadolu news agency. Will Trump lift Iran sanctions? When asked about US-imposed sanctions on Tehran, Trump said that Iran was "very different now" than it was two weeks ago – before the US carried out "Operation Midnight Hammer", striking Iranian nuclear sites. "I hope it's over. Yeah, I think Iran wants to meet. I think they want to make peace, and I'm all for it," he added. Referring to the US lifting Syrian sanctions, he said that the decision was taken at the request of many countries in the Middle East, adding that the US wanted "to give them (Syria) a chance". He then said, similarly, he would like to remove the tough "biting" sanctions the US has imposed on Iran, but "at the right time". "I would love to be able to, at the right time, take those sanctions off (Iran), give them a chance at rebuilding, because I'd like to see Iran build itself back up in a peaceful manner and not going around saying, 'Death to America,' 'Death to the USA,' 'Death to Israel,' as they were doing," he said.

When asked about the probability of the US carrying out another strike on Iran, Trump did not dismiss the possibility but said, "We're not going to have to do that".

Trump open to lifting Iran sanctions 'at the right time,' doesn't rule out future strikes

US President Donald Trump issues yet another warning to New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. This time around, Trump told reporters that Mamdani may face big problems if he does not behave. His comments came during the dinner organised for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House.&nbsp; "He (Mamdani) is not a socialist, he is a communist and said some really bad things about Jewish people, and he said some really bad things about a lot of people, and I think he is going through a little bit of honeymoon right now.” Trump said.&nbsp;He added, “He won't make it. He better behave, otherwise he is going to have some big problems.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-it-s-all-fake-trump-s-trade-war-just-for-show-white-house-insider-claims-tariff-threats-are-theatrical-game-1751727467439">‘It’s all fake’: Trump’s trade war just for show? White House insider claims tariff threats are ‘theatrical game’</a> During the interaction with the media, when asked if Trump wants the 33-year-old mayoral candidate deported, as per his recent calls. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt responded, "I haven't heard him say that. I haven't heard him call for that. But certainly he does not want this individual to be elected. I was just speaking to him about it and (Mamdani's) radical policies that will completely crush New York City, which is obviously a city that the president holds near and dear to his heart.” She added, “Look, the president is always willing to work with everyone. He's working with Democrats across the country, Democrat governors. And he said he'll work with people on the far left. He works with Republicans. He works with people in the middle. He wants to do what's right for America.”&nbsp;Mamdani has been winning the internet with his social media campaign, from his quirky take on things to Bollywood movie dialogues. But the president believes the New Yorker could crush the city and its spirits. &nbsp;

US President Donald Trump issues yet another warning to New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. 

US President Donald Trump issues yet another warning to New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani. This time around, Trump told reporters that Mamdani may face big problems if he does not behave. His comments came during the dinner organised for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. "He (Mamdani) is not a socialist, he is a communist and said some really bad things about Jewish people, and he said some really bad things about a lot of people, and I think he is going through a little bit of honeymoon right now.” Trump said. He added, “He won't make it. He better behave, otherwise he is going to have some big problems.” Also read: ‘It’s all fake’: Trump’s trade war just for show? White House insider claims tariff threats are ‘theatrical game’ During the interaction with the media, when asked if Trump wants the 33-year-old mayoral candidate deported, as per his recent calls. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt responded, "I haven't heard him say that. I haven't heard him call for that. But certainly he does not want this individual to be elected. I was just speaking to him about it and (Mamdani's) radical policies that will completely crush New York City, which is obviously a city that the president holds near and dear to his heart.” She added, “Look, the president is always willing to work with everyone. He's working with Democrats across the country, Democrat governors. And he said he'll work with people on the far left. He works with Republicans. He works with people in the middle. He wants to do what's right for America.” Mamdani has been winning the internet with his social media campaign, from his quirky take on things to Bollywood movie dialogues. But the president believes the New Yorker could crush the city and its spirits.

US President Donald Trump issues yet another warning to New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani.&nbsp;

'Better behave, otherwise': Trump issues yet another warning to Zohran Mamdani. Here's why

At least 100 people were killed in the catastrophic flash floods that struck Texas last week, with rescuers continuing their grim search for survivors in a race against time. Among the deceased are at least 27 girls and counselors who had been staying at a youth summer camp on a river that suddenly swelled and wiped out the facility.&nbsp;Kerr County was the worst-hit area in the affected region, where 84 people were killed, including 28 children. The toll includes 27 who had been staying at Camp Mystic, an all-girls Christian camp that was housing about 750 people when the floodwaters struck.&nbsp;Many of those affected have flagged the absence of a warning system in a region known colloquially as "Flash Flood Alley" because of frequent floods.&nbsp;Climate scientist Daniel Swain also pinned the problem on a failure of “warning dissemination.”&nbsp;Nicole Wilson, a woman in San Antonia, almost sent her daughters to Camp Mystic. After the deaths of several of the girls who went to the camp, she launched a petition on Change.org urging Governor Greg Abbott to approve a modern warning network.&nbsp;"Five minutes of that siren going off could have saved every single one of those children," she said.&nbsp;Several Texans gathered to pray for the victims of the floods on Monday night in San Antonia.&nbsp;"I was pretty shocked by the gravity of the situation and how big it was, and I wouldn't necessarily expect that our rivers would rise so quickly," said Rebeca Gutierrez, 29.&nbsp;She hoped that the authorities would ensure that such an incident wouldn't take place in the future.&nbsp;Meanwhile, forecasters warned of fresh rainfall and more floods.&nbsp;&nbsp;"There is still a threat of heavy rain with the potential to cause flooding," Texas Governor Greg Abbott said in a statement.&nbsp;President Donald Trump confirmed he planned to visit Texas on Friday.&nbsp;According to reports, the water levels&nbsp;in the Guadalupe River rose 26 feet within 45 minutes, giving no chance to those in the camp to scamper to safety.&nbsp;Blankets, teddy bears, and other belongings, caked in mud, are now scattered across the camp.&nbsp;"We're helping the parents of two of the missing children," Louis Deppe, 62, told AFP. "The last message they got was 'We're being washed away,' and the phone went dead."

At least 100 people were killed in the catastrophic flash floods that struck Texas last week, with rescuers continuing their grim search for survivors in a race against time. 

At least 100 people were killed in the catastrophic flash floods that struck Texas last week, with rescuers continuing their grim search for survivors in a race against time. Among the deceased are at least 27 girls and counselors who had been staying at a youth summer camp on a river that suddenly swelled and wiped out the facility. Kerr County was the worst-hit area in the affected region, where 84 people were killed, including 28 children. The toll includes 27 who had been staying at Camp Mystic, an all-girls Christian camp that was housing about 750 people when the floodwaters struck. Many of those affected have flagged the absence of a warning system in a region known colloquially as "Flash Flood Alley" because of frequent floods. Climate scientist Daniel Swain also pinned the problem on a failure of “warning dissemination.” Nicole Wilson, a woman in San Antonia, almost sent her daughters to Camp Mystic. After the deaths of several of the girls who went to the camp, she launched a petition on Change.org urging Governor Greg Abbott to approve a modern warning network. "Five minutes of that siren going off could have saved every single one of those children," she said. Several Texans gathered to pray for the victims of the floods on Monday night in San Antonia. "I was pretty shocked by the gravity of the situation and how big it was, and I wouldn't necessarily expect that our rivers would rise so quickly," said Rebeca Gutierrez, 29. She hoped that the authorities would ensure that such an incident wouldn't take place in the future. Meanwhile, forecasters warned of fresh rainfall and more floods. "There is still a threat of heavy rain with the potential to cause flooding," Texas Governor Greg Abbott said in a statement. President Donald Trump confirmed he planned to visit Texas on Friday. According to reports, the water levels in the Guadalupe River rose 26 feet within 45 minutes, giving no chance to those in the camp to scamper to safety. Blankets, teddy bears, and other belongings, caked in mud, are now scattered across the camp. "We're helping the parents of two of the missing children," Louis Deppe, 62, told AFP. "The last message they got was 'We're being washed away,' and the phone went dead."

Texas floods: Kerr Country was the worst-hit area in the affected region, where 84 people were killed, including 28 children.&nbsp;

'Could have saved children if...': Texans slam US authorities for Camp Mystic tragedy

Donald Trump's tariff war is back: In the first list of countries, he has imposed tariffs on 14 countries, including Japan, South Korea. The highest rate of 40 per cent has been imposed on Myanmar and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. &nbsp;The death toll from the devastating floods that swept through central Texas over the Fourth of July weekend climbed past 100 on Monday (Jul 7), as search crews continued to scour rivers and debris for missing people swept away by torrents of water.&nbsp;&nbsp;Meanwhile, Trump is pushing for Gaza easefire even as Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said that he doesn't care about statehood of Palestine. Click on the headlines for more&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-slaps-fresh-tariffs-on-these-nations-as-tariff-war-begins-again-here-s-how-countries-can-skip-it-1751942354286">Trump slaps fresh tariffs on THESE nations as TARIFF WAR begins again</a><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250708/image-1751944403439.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Trump slaps fresh tariffs on THESE nations as TARIFF WAR begins again - here's how countries can SKIP it"> Donald Trump's tariff war is back: In the first list of countries, he has imposed tariffs on 14 countries, including Japan, South Korea. The highest rate of 40 per cent has been imposed on Myanmar and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-re-being-washed-away-over-100-including-dozens-of-children-dead-in-catastrophic-texas-flash-floods-1751940731126">Over 100, including dozens of children dead in 'catastrophic' Texas flash floods</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250708/image-1751941178345.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="'We're being washed away': Over 100, including dozens of children dead in 'catastrophic' Texas&nbsp;flash&nbsp;floods"></figure>The death toll from the devastating floods that swept through central Texas over the Fourth of July weekend climbed past 100 on Monday (Jul 7), as search crews continued to scour rivers and debris for missing people swept away by torrents of water. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-pushes-for-gaza-ceasefire-at-white-house-dinner-netanyahu-says-we-don-t-care-about-palestinian-statehood-1751935757964">Netanyahu says ‘we don’t care’ about Palestinian statehood as Trump pushes for Gaza ceasefire</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250708/image-1751936734171.jpg?zoom=0.9&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Trump pushes for Gaza ceasefire at White House dinner, Netanyahu says ‘we don’t care’ about Palestinian statehood"></figure>Even as Trump continues to push for an end to the war, Netanyahu's remarks showed little room for concessions. The Israeli PM ruled out any arrangement that would lead to full Palestinian statehood. "Now, people will say it's not a complete state; it's not a state. We don't care," he said. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-lara-deserves-to-keep-his-record-wiaan-mulder-reflects-on-shocking-decision-to-declare-at-unbeaten-367-1751945830136">'Lara deserves to keep his record': Wiaan Mulder reflects on shocking decision to declare at unbeaten 367</a><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250708/image-1751950251304.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="'Lara deserves to keep his record': Wiaan Mulder reflects on shocking decision to declare at unbeaten 367"> Having become the second South Africa batter to slam a Test triple hundred after Hashim Amla, Mulder was all set to break the all-time record for the highest individual Test score as lunch was taken at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo.&nbsp;Elon Musk launches ‘America Party’: Scott Bessent slams Musk's move&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/elon-musk-launches-america-party-scott-bessent-slams-musk-s-move-1751950836590/video">https://www.wionews.com/videos/elon-musk-launches-america-party-scott-bessent-slams-musk-s-move-1751950836590/video</a> &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

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Donald Trump's tariff war is back: In the first list of countries, he has imposed tariffs on 14 countries, including Japan, South Korea. The highest rate of 40 per cent has been imposed on Myanmar and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. The death toll from the devastating floods that swept through central Texas over the Fourth of July weekend climbed past 100 on Monday (Jul 7), as search crews continued to scour rivers and debris for missing people swept away by torrents of water. Meanwhile, Trump is pushing for Gaza easefire even as Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said that he doesn't care about statehood of Palestine. Click on the headlines for more Trump slaps fresh tariffs on THESE nations as TARIFF WAR begins again Donald Trump's tariff war is back: In the first list of countries, he has imposed tariffs on 14 countries, including Japan, South Korea. The highest rate of 40 per cent has been imposed on Myanmar and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. Over 100, including dozens of children dead in 'catastrophic' Texas flash floods The death toll from the devastating floods that swept through central Texas over the Fourth of July weekend climbed past 100 on Monday (Jul 7), as search crews continued to scour rivers and debris for missing people swept away by torrents of water. Netanyahu says ‘we don’t care’ about Palestinian statehood as Trump pushes for Gaza ceasefire Even as Trump continues to push for an end to the war, Netanyahu's remarks showed little room for concessions. The Israeli PM ruled out any arrangement that would lead to full Palestinian statehood. "Now, people will say it's not a complete state; it's not a state. We don't care," he said. 'Lara deserves to keep his record': Wiaan Mulder reflects on shocking decision to declare at unbeaten 367 Having become the second South Africa batter to slam a Test triple hundred after Hashim Amla, Mulder was all set to break the all-time record for the highest individual Test score as lunch was taken at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo. Elon Musk launches ‘America Party’: Scott Bessent slams Musk's move https://www.wionews.com/videos/elon-musk-launches-america-party-scott-bessent-slams-musk-s-move-1751950836590/video

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A Hyderabad-based family of four, including two children, lost their lives after a truck crashed into their vehicle in Dallas, United States on Monday (July 8). The deceased, identified as Tejaswini and Sri Venkat and their two children were on holiday in the US. They had travelled to Atlanta last week to visit relatives and were on their way back to Dallas when the incident occurred.According to a report by NDTV, the accident took place in Green County, where a mini-truck allegedly driving on the wrong side of the road collided head-on with their vehicle. The impact led to the car catching fire, trapping all four occupants inside and resulting in their deaths by burning.Following the tragedy, the officials sent the remains of the victims for forensic analysis after the car was reduced to ashes. Meanwhile, the officials stated that police will use DNA samples to identify the deceased before handing over the body to the family.<h3>Two Indian students die in US car accident</h3>In a similar incident, on May 10, two Indian students were killed in a road accident in Lancaster County, United States. The deceased were identified as 23-year-old Saurav Prabhakar and 20-year-old Manav Patel, who were students at Cleveland State University in Ohio.The incident occurred on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Lancaster County after their vehicle left the roadway, hit a tree, and then collided with a bridge, as per the Consulate's post on X (formerly Twitter).Pennsylvania police confirmed that the accident occurred around 7 am off the eastbound lanes near the Reading Interchange in East Cocalico Township on Saturday.According to a report by LancasterOnline, Saurav Prabhakar was driving the vehicle while Manav Patel was seated back. Following the accident, both were pronounced dead on the spot. As per the coroner's report, they died of multiple traumatic injuries.

The accident took place in Green County, where a mini-truck allegedly driving on the wrong side of the road collided head-on with their vehicle. The impact led to the car catching fire, trapping all four occupants inside and resulting in their deaths by burning.

A Hyderabad-based family of four, including two children, lost their lives after a truck crashed into their vehicle in Dallas, United States on Monday (July 8). The deceased, identified as Tejaswini and Sri Venkat and their two children were on holiday in the US. They had travelled to Atlanta last week to visit relatives and were on their way back to Dallas when the incident occurred. According to a report by NDTV, the accident took place in Green County, where a mini-truck allegedly driving on the wrong side of the road collided head-on with their vehicle. The impact led to the car catching fire, trapping all four occupants inside and resulting in their deaths by burning. Following the tragedy, the officials sent the remains of the victims for forensic analysis after the car was reduced to ashes. Meanwhile, the officials stated that police will use DNA samples to identify the deceased before handing over the body to the family. Two Indian students die in US car accident In a similar incident, on May 10, two Indian students were killed in a road accident in Lancaster County, United States. The deceased were identified as 23-year-old Saurav Prabhakar and 20-year-old Manav Patel, who were students at Cleveland State University in Ohio. The incident occurred on the Pennsylvania Turnpike in Lancaster County after their vehicle left the roadway, hit a tree, and then collided with a bridge, as per the Consulate's post on X (formerly Twitter). Pennsylvania police confirmed that the accident occurred around 7 am off the eastbound lanes near the Reading Interchange in East Cocalico Township on Saturday. According to a report by LancasterOnline, Saurav Prabhakar was driving the vehicle while Manav Patel was seated back. Following the accident, both were pronounced dead on the spot. As per the coroner's report, they died of multiple traumatic injuries.

The accident took place in Green County, where a mini-truck allegedly driving on the wrong side of the road collided head-on with their vehicle. The impact led to the car catching fire, trapping all four occupants inside and resulting in their deaths by burning.

Holiday truns into tragedy: Indian couple and two children burnt alive in car accident in US's Dallas

Federal officers, including 90 National Guard troops on foot, horseback and military vehicles reached MacArthur Park in Los Angeles on Monday (July 7) - in what is now being called ‘show of force’. The federal officers on horseback fanned out in the mostly empty park, but it is unclear if the raids were done on specific information received by the Department of Homeland Security or if it was a routine visit. &nbsp;It is also not clear if anyone was arrested, as the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has yet to respond to the matter. The troops and officers left after about an hour. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass reached the location as the raids were still underway. The incident comes after US President Donald Trump deployed thousands of Guard members and active duty Marines in Los Angeles last month following protests over previous immigration raids.<h2>What exactly happened at MacArthur Park and why?</h2>The MacArthur Park is in a neighbourhood with large Mexican, Central American and other immigrant populations and is lined by businesses with signs in Spanish and other languages that have been dubbed by local officials as the “Ellis Island of the West Coast.” Mayor Karen Bass criticised the operation, saying that it was a "political stunt" and spectacle meant to intimidate the city’s immigrant communities. "What happened in MacArthur Park is outrageous and un-American. These raids must end," she said in a post on X. “The world needs to see the troop formation on horses walking through the park, in search of what? In search of what? They’re walking through the area where the children play,” Bass was quoted as saying by the news agency AP.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">WATCH: <a href="https://twitter.com/CAgovernor?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CAGovernor</a> Gavin Newsom addresses the political theater that happened in MacArthur Park this morning in Los Angeles — total disgrace by the President, Stephen Miller, and Sec. Noem. &quot;Only a weak person puts on a show like that” <a href="https://t.co/blCYmRVbBF">pic.twitter.com/blCYmRVbBF</a>&mdash; Governor Newsom Press Office (@GovPressOffice) <a href="https://twitter.com/GovPressOffice/status/1942343992081109425?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 7, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Governor Gavin Newsom termed the action as "theatre." "What a disgrace. What theater. Horseback running through kids soccer fields — says everything you need to know about the state of mind, the polluted heart of the President, and the polluted heart of Stephen Miller. We will continue to protect our diverse communities — pushing back against this cruelty being pushed by the President of the United States," he said in a post on X.

As per AP, the name of the park was changed to MacArthur Park for Army General Douglas MacArthur, who fought in WWII in 1942. Since the 1980s, the Westlake neighborhood has evolved into a densely populated immigrant neighborhood with the settlement of Indigenous people from Mexico and Central America and other groups. It is also home to several immigrant rights organizations and legal aid offices. In recent years, the park has drawn homeless encampments. Outreach teams work there regularly, treating people with drug addiction. In 2007, the park was the site of large May Day rallies to demand amnesty for immigrants without legal status that ended with police firing rubber bullets at protesters. Demonstrators later sued the city and received a $12.8 million settlement.

Federal officers, including 90 National Guard troops on foot, horseback and military vehicles reached MacArthur Park in Los Angeles on Monday (July 7) - in what is now being called ‘show of force’. 

Federal officers, including 90 National Guard troops on foot, horseback and military vehicles reached MacArthur Park in Los Angeles on Monday (July 7) - in what is now being called ‘show of force’. The federal officers on horseback fanned out in the mostly empty park, but it is unclear if the raids were done on specific information received by the Department of Homeland Security or if it was a routine visit. It is also not clear if anyone was arrested, as the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has yet to respond to the matter. The troops and officers left after about an hour. Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass reached the location as the raids were still underway. The incident comes after US President Donald Trump deployed thousands of Guard members and active duty Marines in Los Angeles last month following protests over previous immigration raids. What exactly happened at MacArthur Park and why? The MacArthur Park is in a neighbourhood with large Mexican, Central American and other immigrant populations and is lined by businesses with signs in Spanish and other languages that have been dubbed by local officials as the “Ellis Island of the West Coast.” Mayor Karen Bass criticised the operation, saying that it was a "political stunt" and spectacle meant to intimidate the city’s immigrant communities. "What happened in MacArthur Park is outrageous and un-American. These raids must end," she said in a post on X. “The world needs to see the troop formation on horses walking through the park, in search of what? In search of what? They’re walking through the area where the children play,” Bass was quoted as saying by the news agency AP.

Federal officers, including 90 National Guard troops on foot, horseback and military vehicles reached MacArthur Park in Los Angeles on Monday (July 7) - in what is now being called ‘show of force’.&nbsp;

National Guards on horseback in MacArthur Park: What's happening in Los Angeles? Here's what Mayor Karen Bass, Gov Newsom said

Elon Musk, the world's richest person, has revealed his plans to enter politics in the United States. Unconfirmed reports suggested that Vaibhav Taneja, Tesla's finance chief, might become the treasurer for the upcoming political party. Two months ago, the Indian-origin executive had made headlines for a different reason altogether -- his salary package.&nbsp;Vaibhav Taneja completed his Bachelor of Commerce from Delhi University in 1999 and became a chartered accountant in 2000. He worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers for close to 17 years. He has spent over eight years at Tesla, working in several positions before becoming the EV giant's Chief Financial Officer in August 2023.&nbsp;While it isn't confirmed if he will be the treasurer of Musk's party, it is confirmed that Taneja is one of the most trusted employees of the world's richest person. Taneja reportedly received&nbsp;a salary package of a whopping $139 million (around Rs 1189 crore) last year.&nbsp;The amount is more than most chief executives and the highest pay ever paid to a CFO. In 2020, Nikola had paid a salary package of $86 million to Nikola, the hydrogen-based truck maker, which filed for bankruptcy this year.&nbsp;Taneja, 47, joined Tesla in 2017.&nbsp;Taneja’s compensation was tied to stock options and equity awards he received in October 2024 that recognized his promotion to CFO in August 2023, reported The Wall Street Journal in May.&nbsp;Taneja's income in 2024 was greater than Google's Sundar Pichai and Microsoft's Satya Nadella. While Pichai earned $10.73 million, Nadella's 2024 payout was $79.1 million.<h2>Elon Musk's party</h2>Weeks after a public fallout with Donald Trump, Elon Musk last week announced a political party.&nbsp;Donald Trump shrugged off Elon Musk's plans as "ridiculous".&nbsp;The party was launched in the wake of&nbsp;Trump signing into law a sprawling domestic policy bill that the tech mogul has slammed over the apprehension that it will balloon the deficit.&nbsp;Elon Musk's net worth is $393.1 billion. He spent millions of dollars helping Trump become the US President for the second time.

Elon Musk, the world's richest person, has revealed his plans to enter politics in the United States. Unconfirmed reports suggested that Vaibhav Taneja, Tesla's finance chief, might become the treasurer for the upcoming political party. 

Elon Musk, the world's richest person, has revealed his plans to enter politics in the United States. Unconfirmed reports suggested that Vaibhav Taneja, Tesla's finance chief, might become the treasurer for the upcoming political party. Two months ago, the Indian-origin executive had made headlines for a different reason altogether -- his salary package. Vaibhav Taneja completed his Bachelor of Commerce from Delhi University in 1999 and became a chartered accountant in 2000. He worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers for close to 17 years. He has spent over eight years at Tesla, working in several positions before becoming the EV giant's Chief Financial Officer in August 2023. While it isn't confirmed if he will be the treasurer of Musk's party, it is confirmed that Taneja is one of the most trusted employees of the world's richest person. Taneja reportedly received a salary package of a whopping $139 million (around Rs 1189 crore) last year. The amount is more than most chief executives and the highest pay ever paid to a CFO. In 2020, Nikola had paid a salary package of $86 million to Nikola, the hydrogen-based truck maker, which filed for bankruptcy this year. Taneja, 47, joined Tesla in 2017. Taneja’s compensation was tied to stock options and equity awards he received in October 2024 that recognized his promotion to CFO in August 2023, reported The Wall Street Journal in May. Taneja's income in 2024 was greater than Google's Sundar Pichai and Microsoft's Satya Nadella. While Pichai earned $10.73 million, Nadella's 2024 payout was $79.1 million. Elon Musk's party Weeks after a public fallout with Donald Trump, Elon Musk last week announced a political party. Donald Trump shrugged off Elon Musk's plans as "ridiculous". The party was launched in the wake of Trump signing into law a sprawling domestic policy bill that the tech mogul has slammed over the apprehension that it will balloon the deficit. Elon Musk's net worth is $393.1 billion. He spent millions of dollars helping Trump become the US President for the second time.

The amount is more than most chief executives and the highest pay ever paid to a CFO.&nbsp;

Meet Vaibhav Taneja, Elon Musk's employee who earned $139 million last year

US President Donald Trump on Monday (July 7) announced fresh tariffs on 14 countries, including South Korea and Japan. The POTUS shared signed tariff letters for these countries on his Truth Social platform. In the fresh round of tariffs, the highest rate of 40 per cent has been imposed on Myanmar and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. Japan and South Korea were the first countries named in the list with 25 per cent tariff each. In each of these letters, Trump warned of retaliatory measures if the concerned country increases its tariff against the US. These tariffs would come into effect from August 1 this year.&nbsp;"If for any reason you decide to raise your Tariffs, then, whatever the number you choose to raise them by will be added onto the tariffs that we charge," wrote Trump. “The deficit is a major threat to our economy and indeed our national security,” the US President added. The fresh list of tariffs comes two months after the US President announced 'Liberation Day tariffs' on US trade partners, claiming that unfair trade practices have been taking place and the US has been at the receiving end of it. He later paused the tariffs for 90 days, giving a window to nations to negotiate. In this 90-day period, he has hinted several times that the US and India are on the verge of signing the trade deal and has also announced a deal with China.<h2>Countries on which Donald Trump imposed tariffs</h2><ul><li>Japan: 25% &nbsp;</li><li>South Korea: 25%&nbsp;</li><li>Lao People's Democratic Republic: 40% &nbsp;</li><li>Myanmar: 40%&nbsp;</li><li>Cambodia: 36%&nbsp;</li><li>Thailand: 36%&nbsp;</li><li>Bangladesh: 35%</li><li>Republic of Serbia: 35%&nbsp;</li><li>Indonesia: 32% &nbsp;</li><li>Bosnia and Herzegovina: 30%</li><li>South Africa: 30%&nbsp;</li><li>Kazakhstan: 25%&nbsp;</li><li>Malaysia: 25%&nbsp;</li><li>Republic of Tunisia: 25%</li></ul><h2>How can countries skip the tariffs?</h2>Even as the POTUS imposed fresh tariffs, he added he would remain open to discussions and negotiations. “I would say firm, but not 100% firm. If they call up and they say we'd like to do something a different way, we're going to be open to that,” Trump answered when asked if the deadline for the tariffs was firm. Trump's press secretary Karoline Leavitt was also asked why the President chose Japan and South Korea as first targets. Leavitt responded, “It was the president’s prerogative. Those are the countries he chose.”&nbsp;

Donald Trump's tariff war is back: In the first list of countries, he has imposed tariffs on 14 countries, including Japan, South Korea. The highest rate of 40 per cent has been imposed on Myanmar and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic.

US President Donald Trump on Monday (July 7) announced fresh tariffs on 14 countries, including South Korea and Japan. The POTUS shared signed tariff letters for these countries on his Truth Social platform. In the fresh round of tariffs, the highest rate of 40 per cent has been imposed on Myanmar and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic. Japan and South Korea were the first countries named in the list with 25 per cent tariff each. In each of these letters, Trump warned of retaliatory measures if the concerned country increases its tariff against the US. These tariffs would come into effect from August 1 this year. "If for any reason you decide to raise your Tariffs, then, whatever the number you choose to raise them by will be added onto the tariffs that we charge," wrote Trump. “The deficit is a major threat to our economy and indeed our national security,” the US President added. The fresh list of tariffs comes two months after the US President announced 'Liberation Day tariffs' on US trade partners, claiming that unfair trade practices have been taking place and the US has been at the receiving end of it. He later paused the tariffs for 90 days, giving a window to nations to negotiate. In this 90-day period, he has hinted several times that the US and India are on the verge of signing the trade deal and has also announced a deal with China. Countries on which Donald Trump imposed tariffs Japan: 25% South Korea: 25% Lao People's Democratic Republic: 40% Myanmar: 40% Cambodia: 36% Thailand: 36% Bangladesh: 35% Republic of Serbia: 35% Indonesia: 32% Bosnia and Herzegovina: 30% South Africa: 30% Kazakhstan: 25% Malaysia: 25% Republic of Tunisia: 25% How can countries skip the tariffs? Even as the POTUS imposed fresh tariffs, he added he would remain open to discussions and negotiations. “I would say firm, but not 100% firm. If they call up and they say we'd like to do something a different way, we're going to be open to that,” Trump answered when asked if the deadline for the tariffs was firm. Trump's press secretary Karoline Leavitt was also asked why the President chose Japan and South Korea as first targets. Leavitt responded, “It was the president’s prerogative. Those are the countries he chose.”

Donald Trump's tariff war is back: In the first list of countries, he has imposed tariffs on 14 countries, including Japan, South Korea. The highest rate of 40 per cent has been imposed on Myanmar and the Lao People’s Democratic Republic.

Trump slaps fresh tariffs on THESE nations as TARIFF WAR begins again - here's how countries can SKIP it

Italians are enraged after a heroic sniffer dog who saved at least nine people was killed by an unknown suspect who threw a sausage packed with nails into his kennel on Thursday night. Bruno the bloodhound was found in a pool of blood after suffering internal injuries the next day. The dog was once honoured by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who termed the killing a "vile, cowardly, unacceptable act." Bruno's trainer, Arcangelo Caressa, also hit out at the person who did it, saying, "I know who you are, and you will pay for it." Bruno had tracked down nine missing people, including Alzheimer's patients and children across the Apulia region. Caressa said the dog would have suffered a painful death, and claimed that he was the intended target of the horrifying act. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/what-is-death-cap-mushroom-toxic-fungus-linked-to-erin-patterson-poisoning-case-1751874103413">What is 'Death Cap Mushroom'? Toxic fungus linked to Erin Patterson poisoning case</a><h2>Bruno's owner had received death threats</h2>Caressa wrote on Facebook, "This morning I died alongside you. You fought your whole life to save humans and now it was a human who did this to you." He added that Bruno would "always be my hero." Meloni posted a picture of herself giving an award to the dog, and wrote, "A heartbreaking piece of news. A vile, cowardly, unacceptable act. Thank you for all you have done, Bruno." Caressa works to train anti-drug dogs and also fights against illegal dog fighting. He told the newspaper Il Messaggero that his beloved pet "wasn't the real target, it was me". He revealed that he had received death threats in recent weeks, being told to stop blocking their way. "They want me to step aside. But I will never give in. This is a vile attack, done for money and revenge," he said.<h2>Bruno's death triggers anger and strong action against the perpetrator</h2>Police have opened an investigation into the sniffer dog's killing and are scouring CCTV footage to find out who threw in the deadly bait that killed Bruno. Animal rights activists are also up in arms and are demanding strong action against the accused under a new animal protection law in Italy. Under the law, a person who intentionally kills animals with cruelty can be imprisoned for up to four years in prison and charged €60,000 in fines. Michela Vittoria Brambilla, the politician who brought about the law, said, "A nail-filled bait gave a horrible, long and painful death from internal bleeding to he who had saved so many lives. At the thought of such boundless cruelty, one should be ashamed of belonging to the human race."&nbsp;Bruno had been working with Caressa for seven years and was originally from Belgium. Bloodhounds are known for their sense of smell which is at least 1,000 times stronger than a human's. This ability lets them sniff out scents even after 300 hours.&nbsp;

Bruno the bloodhound died after eating a sausage filled with nails that was thrown inside his kennel. His trainer says the person targeted the dog to get to him. Italians are angered to know about the painful death the hero dog has suffered.

Italians are enraged after a heroic sniffer dog who saved at least nine people was killed by an unknown suspect who threw a sausage packed with nails into his kennel on Thursday night. Bruno the bloodhound was found in a pool of blood after suffering internal injuries the next day. The dog was once honoured by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, who termed the killing a "vile, cowardly, unacceptable act." Bruno's trainer, Arcangelo Caressa, also hit out at the person who did it, saying, "I know who you are, and you will pay for it." Bruno had tracked down nine missing people, including Alzheimer's patients and children across the Apulia region. Caressa said the dog would have suffered a painful death, and claimed that he was the intended target of the horrifying act. Also Read: What is 'Death Cap Mushroom'? Toxic fungus linked to Erin Patterson poisoning case Bruno's owner had received death threats Caressa wrote on Facebook, "This morning I died alongside you. You fought your whole life to save humans and now it was a human who did this to you." He added that Bruno would "always be my hero." Meloni posted a picture of herself giving an award to the dog, and wrote, "A heartbreaking piece of news. A vile, cowardly, unacceptable act. Thank you for all you have done, Bruno." Caressa works to train anti-drug dogs and also fights against illegal dog fighting. He told the newspaper Il Messaggero that his beloved pet "wasn't the real target, it was me". He revealed that he had received death threats in recent weeks, being told to stop blocking their way. "They want me to step aside. But I will never give in. This is a vile attack, done for money and revenge," he said. Bruno's death triggers anger and strong action against the perpetrator Police have opened an investigation into the sniffer dog's killing and are scouring CCTV footage to find out who threw in the deadly bait that killed Bruno. Animal rights activists are also up in arms and are demanding strong action against the accused under a new animal protection law in Italy. Under the law, a person who intentionally kills animals with cruelty can be imprisoned for up to four years in prison and charged €60,000 in fines. Michela Vittoria Brambilla, the politician who brought about the law, said, "A nail-filled bait gave a horrible, long and painful death from internal bleeding to he who had saved so many lives. At the thought of such boundless cruelty, one should be ashamed of belonging to the human race." Bruno had been working with Caressa for seven years and was originally from Belgium. Bloodhounds are known for their sense of smell which is at least 1,000 times stronger than a human's. This ability lets them sniff out scents even after 300 hours.

Bruno the bloodhound died after eating a sausage filled with nails that was thrown inside his kennel. His trainer says the person targeted the dog to get to him. Italians are angered to know about the painful death the hero dog has suffered.

Sausage filled with nails thrown as bait kills hero bloodhound, triggering anger across Italy

In California's Laguna Beach area, a bushfire that broke out on Monday (Jul 7) afternoon has sparked urgent evacuation orders and road closures as firefighters scrambled to contain the fast-moving flames. The blaze, dubbed the Rancho Fire, as per reports citing local authorities and the emergency alert platform Watch Duty, was first reported around 2:36 pm (local time) near Rancho Laguna Road and Morningside Drive. Within minutes, strong winds and dry conditions pushed the flames uphill, threatening homes and forcing evacuations in multiple neighbourhoods.<h2>Emergency evacuation orders issued due to Laguna Beach fire</h2>Within minutes of the fire first being reported, at 2:47 pm, emergency services issued mandatory evacuation orders for residents on Summit Drive, Katella Street, and La Mirada Street. Baja Street was later added to the evacuation list as conditions worsened. Meanwhile, Arch Beach Heights was designated a "Warning Area," meaning residents should be prepared to leave at a moment's notice. As of Monday evening, the fire had spread to approximately 3.1 acres. Laguna Beach officials said it remains under a Level 3 warning—the highest level alert that indicates an ongoing or imminent threat to life and property.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">New Brush Fire in Laguna Beach. View from my place. <a href="https://t.co/GLcEWPgsQb">pic.twitter.com/GLcEWPgsQb</a>&mdash; Grace Chong, MBI (@gc22gc) <a href="https://twitter.com/gc22gc/status/1942339135873900595?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 7, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Watch visuals from the Laguna Beach fire:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The following areas need to evacuate due to an active fire: La Mirada Street, Katella Street, Summit Drive, and Baja Street. Police and Fire on scene. Care and Reception at the Community and Susi Q Center (380 3rd Street).&mdash; City of Laguna Beach (@lagunabeachgov) <a href="https://twitter.com/lagunabeachgov/status/1942339930090537198?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 7, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Evacuation orders lifted after intense firefighting efforts</h2>Fire crews, as per reports, have deployed both ground and aerial units to battle the blaze, with helicopters and fire engines working in tandem to prevent the flames from reaching nearby canyons. The steep hillside terrain and gusty afternoon winds had, however, complicated containment efforts. While authorities are yet to confirm the cause of the fire, they've emphasised the need for caution and swift evacuation. Following intense firefighting efforts, the evacuation orders were lifted. Taking to X, the City of Laguna Beach posted: “All evacuation orders due to the fire are lifted. Return home with caution due to Fire resources that will remain working in the area.” &nbsp;

The blaze, dubbed the Rancho Fire, as per reports citing local authorities and the emergency alert platform Watch Duty, was first reported around 2:36 pm (local time) near Rancho Laguna Road and Morningside Drive.

In California's Laguna Beach area, a bushfire that broke out on Monday (Jul 7) afternoon has sparked urgent evacuation orders and road closures as firefighters scrambled to contain the fast-moving flames. The blaze, dubbed the Rancho Fire, as per reports citing local authorities and the emergency alert platform Watch Duty, was first reported around 2:36 pm (local time) near Rancho Laguna Road and Morningside Drive. Within minutes, strong winds and dry conditions pushed the flames uphill, threatening homes and forcing evacuations in multiple neighbourhoods. Emergency evacuation orders issued due to Laguna Beach fire Within minutes of the fire first being reported, at 2:47 pm, emergency services issued mandatory evacuation orders for residents on Summit Drive, Katella Street, and La Mirada Street. Baja Street was later added to the evacuation list as conditions worsened. Meanwhile, Arch Beach Heights was designated a "Warning Area," meaning residents should be prepared to leave at a moment's notice. As of Monday evening, the fire had spread to approximately 3.1 acres. Laguna Beach officials said it remains under a Level 3 warning—the highest level alert that indicates an ongoing or imminent threat to life and property.

The blaze, dubbed the Rancho Fire, as per reports citing local authorities and the emergency alert platform Watch Duty, was first reported around 2:36 pm (local time) near Rancho Laguna Road and Morningside Drive.

Laguna Beach fire sparks emergency evacuations, highest Level 3 alert issued. Watch visuals of Rancho Fire here

US President Donald Trump, who launched a fresh round of global trade war by threatening a host of countries with additional tariffs, said on Monday night that his country is close to reaching a trade deal with India. Trump made the revelation at the White House while he hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.&nbsp;Before meeting the Israeli PM, Donald Trump announced tariffs for 14 nations, including strategic&nbsp;allies like Japan. He later said that he had sent letters to the nations that weren't in talks with the US for trade deals.&nbsp;Speaking with reporters, Donald Trump pointed out that the US had already entered trade deals with China and the United Kingdom and is in the process of finalising a trade deal with New Delhi.&nbsp;"We've spoken to everybody...it's all done, I told you we'll make some deals, but for the most part, we're going to send a letter. We're going to say, 'Welcome to the United States, if you'd like to participate in the greatest, most successful country ever'. I mean, we are doing better than ever... We've never had numbers like this. We've never had investments like this. We have more than 90... we have much more than 90. But most of those are going to be sent to the&nbsp;letter. This is exactly what I said. Now we've made a deal with the United Kingdom. We've made a deal with China. We're close to making a deal with India. Others we met with, and we don't think we're going to be able to make a deal. So we just send them a letter," he said.&nbsp;&nbsp;Trump said that the letters would detail how much tariffs the respective countries are liable to pay. He said the US wouldn't be unfair.&nbsp;"If you want to play ball, ...this is what you have to pay... As far as I'm concerned, we're done. We're sending out letters to various countries telling them how much tariffs they have to pay. Some will maybe adjust a little bit, depending on whether they have a cause. We're not going to be unfair about it and actually, it's a small fraction compared to what we should be getting. We should be, we could be asking for much more. But for the sake of relationships that we've had with a lot of really good countries, we're doing it the way I do it. We could be getting a lot more. We could ask for a lot more than what we're asking for," he added.&nbsp;Trump announced additional tariffs on 14 nations,&nbsp;including Thailand, Myanmar, Bangladesh, South Korea, and Japan. He said the new taxes will be imposed with effect from August 1.&nbsp;According to the letters, Thailand and Cambodia each will face a tariff of 36 per cent,&nbsp;while Bangladesh and Serbia will each be hit with a tariff of 35 per cent. In the letters, Trump mentioned that Malaysia and Kazakhstan will each face 25 per cent tariffs.

US President Donald Trump, who launched a fresh round of global trade war by threatening a host of countries with additional tariffs, said on Monday night that his country is close to reaching a trade deal with India. 

US President Donald Trump, who launched a fresh round of global trade war by threatening a host of countries with additional tariffs, said on Monday night that his country is close to reaching a trade deal with India. Trump made the revelation at the White House while he hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Before meeting the Israeli PM, Donald Trump announced tariffs for 14 nations, including strategic allies like Japan. He later said that he had sent letters to the nations that weren't in talks with the US for trade deals. Speaking with reporters, Donald Trump pointed out that the US had already entered trade deals with China and the United Kingdom and is in the process of finalising a trade deal with New Delhi. "We've spoken to everybody...it's all done, I told you we'll make some deals, but for the most part, we're going to send a letter. We're going to say, 'Welcome to the United States, if you'd like to participate in the greatest, most successful country ever'. I mean, we are doing better than ever... We've never had numbers like this. We've never had investments like this. We have more than 90... we have much more than 90. But most of those are going to be sent to the letter. This is exactly what I said. Now we've made a deal with the United Kingdom. We've made a deal with China. We're close to making a deal with India. Others we met with, and we don't think we're going to be able to make a deal. So we just send them a letter," he said. Trump said that the letters would detail how much tariffs the respective countries are liable to pay. He said the US wouldn't be unfair. "If you want to play ball, ...this is what you have to pay... As far as I'm concerned, we're done. We're sending out letters to various countries telling them how much tariffs they have to pay. Some will maybe adjust a little bit, depending on whether they have a cause. We're not going to be unfair about it and actually, it's a small fraction compared to what we should be getting. We should be, we could be asking for much more. But for the sake of relationships that we've had with a lot of really good countries, we're doing it the way I do it. We could be getting a lot more. We could ask for a lot more than what we're asking for," he added. Trump announced additional tariffs on 14 nations, including Thailand, Myanmar, Bangladesh, South Korea, and Japan. He said the new taxes will be imposed with effect from August 1. According to the letters, Thailand and Cambodia each will face a tariff of 36 per cent, while Bangladesh and Serbia will each be hit with a tariff of 35 per cent. In the letters, Trump mentioned that Malaysia and Kazakhstan will each face 25 per cent tariffs.

Speaking with reporters, Donald Trump pointed out that the US had already entered trade deals with China and the United Kingdom.

Donald Trump makes big 'trade deal' announcement for India amid tariff worries

During their dinner on July 7 (Monday) in the White House, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has nominated US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in "forging peace." Handing over an official letter to Trump, Netanyahu said that Trump deserves the Nobel Peace Prize and praised his efforts to pursue peace and security. Last month, Trump was nominated for the prize by Pakistan and a Republican lawmaker. "The President has already realised great opportunities. He forged the Abraham Accords. He's forging peace as we speak in one country, in one region after the other. So, I want to present to you, Mr. President, the letter I sent to the Nobel Prize Committee. It's nominating you for the Peace Prize, which is well deserved, and you should get it," Netanyahu told the US President."I want to express the appreciation and admiration not only of all Israelis, but of the Jewish people and many, many admirers around the world, for your leadership, your leadership of the free world, your leadership of a just cause, and the pursuit of peace and security which you are leading in many lands, but now especially in the Middle East. President has an extraordinary team, and I think our teams together make an extraordinary combination to meet challenges and seize opportunities," the Israeli leader added.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu presents President Trump with a letter nominating him for the Nobel Peace Prize <a href="https://t.co/JUzpU2ZPYz">pic.twitter.com/JUzpU2ZPYz</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1942366276329914397?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 7, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Trump and his obsession with the Nobel Peace Prize is well known. Time and again, he has compared himself with former US President Barack Obama and said that he should get the prize too. He also lamented that the Nobel committee would not give him the prize because they only give it to liberals. From 2018 to the present, he has been nominated for the prize seven times by several individuals/countries, yet he has not yet received one.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Prime Minister of Israel Benjamin Netanyahu has nominated US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. (Source: Office of the Prime Minister of Israel) <a href="https://t.co/t2jHAK7xCH">pic.twitter.com/t2jHAK7xCH</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1942443815782040055?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 8, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;Thanking Netanyahu, he said, "This I did not know. Wow, thank you very much. Coming from you in particular, this is very meaningful." Trump and Netanyahu met for the third time time year while the US is trying to broker a peace deal between Hamas and Israel to end the Gaza war. Trump also voiced confidence that Hamas was willing to end the conflict in Gaza. "I don't think there is a holdup. I think things are going along very well. They want to meet and they want to have that ceasefire," he said.<h3>Trump nominated by Pakistan and Republican lawmaker</h3>Last month, Republican leader Buddy Carter nominated the POTUS for Nobel Peace Prize for brokering the ceasefire between Israel and Iran. He credited Trump for ‘preventing the world's largest state sponsor of terrorism from obtaining the most lethal weapon on the planet.’ Prior to that, Pakistan nominated him, stating that the US president deserved a Nobel Peace Prize because of “his decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership during the recent India-Pakistan crisis”. Despite multiple nominations, Donald Trump has not been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize due to several key factors considered by the Norwegian Nobel Committee. While he played a role in diplomatic efforts such as the Abraham Accords and initial talks with North Korea, these initiatives were often viewed as incomplete or lacking long-term impact. Critics argue that many of his foreign policy actions were transactional rather than transformative and did not resolve underlying conflicts.&nbsp;

US President Donald Trump has received multiple Nobel Peace Prize nominations  this year for what he calls his role as a “peacemaker.” His latest nomination comes from Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu.


During their dinner on July 7 (Monday) in the White House, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has nominated US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in "forging peace." Handing over an official letter to Trump, Netanyahu said that Trump deserves the Nobel Peace Prize and praised his efforts to pursue peace and security. Last month, Trump was nominated for the prize by Pakistan and a Republican lawmaker. "The President has already realised great opportunities. He forged the Abraham Accords. He's forging peace as we speak in one country, in one region after the other. So, I want to present to you, Mr. President, the letter I sent to the Nobel Prize Committee. It's nominating you for the Peace Prize, which is well deserved, and you should get it," Netanyahu told the US President. "I want to express the appreciation and admiration not only of all Israelis, but of the Jewish people and many, many admirers around the world, for your leadership, your leadership of the free world, your leadership of a just cause, and the pursuit of peace and security which you are leading in many lands, but now especially in the Middle East. President has an extraordinary team, and I think our teams together make an extraordinary combination to meet challenges and seize opportunities," the Israeli leader added.

<h2>US President Donald Trump has received multiple Nobel Peace Prize nominations &nbsp;this year for what he calls his role as a “peacemaker.” His latest nomination comes from Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu.</h2>

Israel PM Netanyahu nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize, says 'you should get it' | Here's LIST of nominations POTUS received previously

The death toll from the devastating floods that swept through central Texas over the Fourth of July weekend climbed past 100 on Monday (Jul 7), as search crews continued to scour rivers and debris for missing people swept away by torrents of water. As per reports, among the dead were at least 27 girls and camp counsellors caught in the surging Guadalupe River while attending a summer programme at Camp Mystic, an all-girls Christian camp located near Hunt. The camp was housing around 750 people when the floods hit early Friday morning.<h2>"100-year catastrophe"</h2>The scale of the disaster — which US President Donald Trump has described as a "100-year catastrophe" that "nobody expected" — has stunned even those familiar with the region's violent weather. Rainfall over Thursday night and into Friday morning triggered a flash flood that sent river levels skyrocketing by 26 feet (7.92 metres) in just 45 minutes, submerging trees, rooftops, and anything in its path. As per reports, months' worth of rain fell in a matter of hours, triggering the flash flood.Talking to AFF, Louis Deppe, a 62-year-old volunteer aiding in the recovery, said that they were "helping the parents of two of the missing children". Deppe revealed that the last message received by the grief-stricken parents was, "'We're being washed away,' and the phone went dead." Governor Greg Abbott warned that the threat was far from over, "There is still a threat of heavy rain with the potential to cause flooding," he said Monday, adding that the number of fatalities could still rise.<h2>Did Trump's budget cuts make the flood situation worse?</h2>Trump has confirmed he will visit Texas on Friday (Jul 11). At a press briefing, the White House pushed back on criticism linking Trump's past budget cuts to weakened early-warning systems, calling the accusations "a depraved lie." Speaking to reporters on Monday (Jul 7) Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt insisted that "Blaming President Trump for these floods is a depraved lie, and it serves no purpose during this time of national mourning". She said that the National Weather Service, which, as per a New York Times report, had several staff roles vacant in Texas, issued "timely and precise forecasts". &nbsp;

As per reports, among the dead were at least 27 girls and camp counsellors caught in the surging Guadalupe River while attending a summer programme at Camp Mystic, an all-girls Christian camp located near Hunt.

The death toll from the devastating floods that swept through central Texas over the Fourth of July weekend climbed past 100 on Monday (Jul 7), as search crews continued to scour rivers and debris for missing people swept away by torrents of water. As per reports, among the dead were at least 27 girls and camp counsellors caught in the surging Guadalupe River while attending a summer programme at Camp Mystic, an all-girls Christian camp located near Hunt. The camp was housing around 750 people when the floods hit early Friday morning. "100-year catastrophe" The scale of the disaster — which US President Donald Trump has described as a "100-year catastrophe" that "nobody expected" — has stunned even those familiar with the region's violent weather. Rainfall over Thursday night and into Friday morning triggered a flash flood that sent river levels skyrocketing by 26 feet (7.92 metres) in just 45 minutes, submerging trees, rooftops, and anything in its path. As per reports, months' worth of rain fell in a matter of hours, triggering the flash flood. Talking to AFF, Louis Deppe, a 62-year-old volunteer aiding in the recovery, said that they were "helping the parents of two of the missing children". Deppe revealed that the last message received by the grief-stricken parents was, "'We're being washed away,' and the phone went dead." Governor Greg Abbott warned that the threat was far from over, "There is still a threat of heavy rain with the potential to cause flooding," he said Monday, adding that the number of fatalities could still rise. Did Trump's budget cuts make the flood situation worse? Trump has confirmed he will visit Texas on Friday (Jul 11). At a press briefing, the White House pushed back on criticism linking Trump's past budget cuts to weakened early-warning systems, calling the accusations "a depraved lie." Speaking to reporters on Monday (Jul 7) Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt insisted that "Blaming President Trump for these floods is a depraved lie, and it serves no purpose during this time of national mourning". She said that the National Weather Service, which, as per a New York Times report, had several staff roles vacant in Texas, issued "timely and precise forecasts".

As per reports, among the dead were at least 27 girls and camp counsellors caught in the surging Guadalupe River while attending a summer programme at Camp Mystic, an all-girls Christian camp located near Hunt.

'We're being washed away': Over 100, including dozens of children dead in 'catastrophic' Texas flash floods

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'We're being washed away': Over 100 dead in 'catastrophic' Texas flash floods