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Officials in the United Arab Emirates have said that authorities shared details of passengers and crew on the FlyDubai aircraft with Israel, but it raised no concern about any of them. Associated Press reported that regional UAE officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the names and nationalities of everyone on the plane were sent to Israel.&nbsp;UAE is leading the investigation into the attempted hijacking of the FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv. The plane with 182 passengers and crew witnessed a major scare when the co-pilot attacked the flight's captain with an axe, which caused the plane to plummet by several feet. It went down nearly 14,000–16,000 feet in under a minute before control was regained. The captain managed to open the cockpit door and raise an alarm, after which the off-duty pilots steadied the plane, while passengers helped subdue the attacker.<h2>How was an Omani pilot allowed on flight?</h2>Preliminary details from the investigation have revealed several major security lapses. The biggest point under the scanner is how an Omani co-pilot was allowed to be on the flight. Officials have said that his own country had barred him from flying because of his extremist views. Further, having a citizen of Oman, an Arab country with no diplomatic relations with Israel, flying a plane full of Israelis to Tel Aviv also remains a mystery.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-afraid-of-death-flydubai-co-pilot-tells-probe-team-confesses-he-wanted-to-crash-jet-1791125529918">‘Not afraid of death': Flydubai co-pilot tells probe team, 'planned to crash into Tel Aviv tower, Ben Gurion'</a>&nbsp;Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that Israel has long-standing agreements with foreign carriers under which pilots who are citizens of nations that don’t maintain diplomatic relations with Israel are not allowed to fly into the country. Netanyahu has ordered the head of the National Security Council to have "all security aspects regarding foreign civil aviation to Israel" reviewed.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/netanyahu-orders-security-review-of-foreign-flights-to-israel-after-flydubai-attack-1791140574447">Netanyahu orders security review of foreign flights to Israel after flydubai attack</a>&nbsp;Sharing lists of passengers and crew is a regular practice. But it is unclear whether each and every person is vetted by authorities. The Shin Bet, Israel’s domestic security agency, said the Transportation Ministry is responsible for this. Meanwhile, Transportation Minister Miri Regev said on X that her ministry did not receive a list of passengers or any warnings.&nbsp;Dvir Rubenstien, the head of aviation security at the Transportation Ministry, told Army Radio that it does not have the means to run checks on each passenger on every flight, and it relies on local security checks for this.<h2>What Oman said about the attacker co-pilot</h2>&nbsp;The Sultanate of Oman said in an official statement on Monday that the co-pilot was "an Omani national, born in the UAE, whose mother is of Syrian origin. He spent a significant part of his life outside Oman." It added, "He worked for a limited period as a trainee at an Omani airline. However, when the Omani authorities identified, at an early stage, his interest in accessing extremist websites on the internet, he was prevented from working in the aviation sector."&nbsp;Oman also clarified that the "Omani authorities were not asked to provide any information before his employment. Had such information been requested, Oman would have shared the information available on him, as it is doing now."

A list of every passenger and crew on board the FlyDubai flight was shared with Israel, but no one raised any concerns about anyone, UAE officials have reportedly said. Israeli authorities have meanwhile said they cannot vet everyone on every flight.  

Officials in the United Arab Emirates have said that authorities shared details of passengers and crew on the FlyDubai aircraft with Israel, but it raised no concern about any of them. Associated Press reported that regional UAE officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the names and nationalities of everyone on the plane were sent to Israel. UAE is leading the investigation into the attempted hijacking of the FlyDubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv. The plane with 182 passengers and crew witnessed a major scare when the co-pilot attacked the flight's captain with an axe, which caused the plane to plummet by several feet. It went down nearly 14,000–16,000 feet in under a minute before control was regained. The captain managed to open the cockpit door and raise an alarm, after which the off-duty pilots steadied the plane, while passengers helped subdue the attacker. How was an Omani pilot allowed on flight? Preliminary details from the investigation have revealed several major security lapses. The biggest point under the scanner is how an Omani co-pilot was allowed to be on the flight. Officials have said that his own country had barred him from flying because of his extremist views. Further, having a citizen of Oman, an Arab country with no diplomatic relations with Israel, flying a plane full of Israelis to Tel Aviv also remains a mystery. Also Read: ‘Not afraid of death': Flydubai co-pilot tells probe team, 'planned to crash into Tel Aviv tower, Ben Gurion' Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Thursday that Israel has long-standing agreements with foreign carriers under which pilots who are citizens of nations that don’t maintain diplomatic relations with Israel are not allowed to fly into the country. Netanyahu has ordered the head of the National Security Council to have "all security aspects regarding foreign civil aviation to Israel" reviewed. Also Read: Netanyahu orders security review of foreign flights to Israel after flydubai attack Sharing lists of passengers and crew is a regular practice. But it is unclear whether each and every person is vetted by authorities. The Shin Bet, Israel’s domestic security agency, said the Transportation Ministry is responsible for this. Meanwhile, Transportation Minister Miri Regev said on X that her ministry did not receive a list of passengers or any warnings. Dvir Rubenstien, the head of aviation security at the Transportation Ministry, told Army Radio that it does not have the means to run checks on each passenger on every flight, and it relies on local security checks for this. What Oman said about the attacker co-pilot The Sultanate of Oman said in an official statement on Monday that the co-pilot was "an Omani national, born in the UAE, whose mother is of Syrian origin. He spent a significant part of his life outside Oman." It added, "He worked for a limited period as a trainee at an Omani airline. However, when the Omani authorities identified, at an early stage, his interest in accessing extremist websites on the internet, he was prevented from working in the aviation sector." Oman also clarified that the "Omani authorities were not asked to provide any information before his employment. Had such information been requested, Oman would have shared the information available on him, as it is doing now."

A list of every passenger and crew on board the FlyDubai flight was shared with Israel, but no one raised any concerns about anyone, UAE officials have reportedly said. Israeli authorities have meanwhile said they cannot vet everyone on every flight. &nbsp;

Israel had list of everyone on board FlyDubai flight, raised no red flags: Report

The UK Green Party has voted to adopt an anti-Zionist position at its 2026 conference, prompting Israel to bar the party's leader, Zack Polanski, from entering the country. The motion was passed by 1,022 votes and it defines Zionism as an ethnonationalist political project and states that anti-Zionism should not be equated with antisemitism.&nbsp;A Green Party spokesperson said the decision followed a "serious and deeply felt debate" among its membership. “This has been a serious and deeply felt debate within our membership. Our members value the ability to bring forward and decide party policy, and conference has now made its decision,” the spokesperson said. The party said its position was rooted in its opposition to racism and its stated support for equality, justice and human rights. “The Green Party is an anti-racist party and has consistently opposed the illegal occupation of both Palestinian and Syrian land, called for an end to arms sales to the Israeli government and spoken out fearlessly about the devastating situation in Gaza and the West Bank. Those positions remain central to our approach. So too does our deeply held commitment to equality, justice and human rights for all and opposition to racism in all its forms,” the spokesperson added.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Following the vote on the anti-Zionist policy at Green Party Conference, the 5 Green MPs, the Leader and Co-Deputy Leaders have issued a joint statement https://t.co/NcB2aljsTK&mdash; The Green Party (@TheGreenParty) <a href="https://x.com/TheGreenParty/status/2106802645600190722?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 4, 2026</a></blockquote>
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&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/uk-s-zack-polanski-learning-from-zohran-mamdani-green-party-leader-s-urdu-campaign-video-goes-viral-1789450758095">UK's Zack Polanski learning from Zohran Mamdani? Green party leader's Urdu campaign video goes viral</a><h2>Israel reacts to Green Party policy</h2>Following the adoption of the policy, Israel's Foreign Ministry accused the Green Party of legitimising armed struggle against Israel. "Today, the Green Party in Britain adopted a resolution equating Zionism with racism, legitimising armed struggle against Israel, and calling for the establishment of a Palestinian state “from the river to the sea” - meaning the destruction of the State of Israel," the Israeli Foreign Ministry said in a statement. The ministry said it considered the resolution antisemitic under the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition and accused it of denying Jewish self-determination. Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar subsequently decided to bar Green Party leader Zack Polanski from entering Israel. &nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/uk-elections-who-is-zack-polanski-former-hypnotherapist-and-openly-gay-leader-of-the-green-party-1778136638825">UK elections: Who is Zack Polanski, former hypnotherapist and openly gay leader of the Green Party?</a>&nbsp;Polanski has led the Green Party of England and Wales since September 2025 and has served as a member of the London Assembly since 2021. He previously served as the party's deputy leader from 2022 to 2025. The contest is being closely watched as a test for Labour. His campaign style draws similarity with New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

The UK Green Party has formally adopted an anti-Zionist position at its 2026 conference, backing Palestinian liberation, BDS and a single democratic state in historic Palestine. Israel condemned the move and barred Green Party leader Zack Polanski from entering the country.

The UK Green Party has voted to adopt an anti-Zionist position at its 2026 conference, prompting Israel to bar the party's leader, Zack Polanski, from entering the country. The motion was passed by 1,022 votes and it defines Zionism as an ethnonationalist political project and states that anti-Zionism should not be equated with antisemitism. A Green Party spokesperson said the decision followed a "serious and deeply felt debate" among its membership. “This has been a serious and deeply felt debate within our membership. Our members value the ability to bring forward and decide party policy, and conference has now made its decision,” the spokesperson said. The party said its position was rooted in its opposition to racism and its stated support for equality, justice and human rights. “The Green Party is an anti-racist party and has consistently opposed the illegal occupation of both Palestinian and Syrian land, called for an end to arms sales to the Israeli government and spoken out fearlessly about the devastating situation in Gaza and the West Bank. Those positions remain central to our approach. So too does our deeply held commitment to equality, justice and human rights for all and opposition to racism in all its forms,” the spokesperson added.

The UK Green Party has formally adopted an anti-Zionist position at its 2026 conference, backing Palestinian liberation, BDS and a single democratic state in historic Palestine. Israel condemned the move and barred Green Party leader Zack Polanski from entering the country.

UK Green Party adopts anti-Zionist position, Zack Polanski barred from Israel: What's happening

A 34-year-old woman accused of spying for China on the family of Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te was arrested in the United States on Sunday (Oct 4), according to US and Taiwanese officials. The FBI detained Wanying Zhang at Los Angeles airport as she attempted to leave for China, First Assistant United States Attorney Bill Essayli said in a post on X. Zhang, who lives in Irvine, California, is accused of working as an unregistered agent of China and surveilling a "close relative of a Taiwanese government official" in the United States.&nbsp;The FBI said on its rapid response account on X that Zhang allegedly monitored Lai's son and his family, filming their home and vehicles and passing information to handlers from the People's Republic of China. Essayli said Zhang travelled to Seattle in 2025 at the direction of Chinese officials and sent them photos, videos and license plate information. He added that she coordinated the trip with an associate and used tradecraft to avoid detection.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We just arrested a Chinese foreign agent at LAX attempting to depart for China.

Wanying Zhang, aka “Heather,” 34, of Irvine, was arrested today by @FBILosAngeles on a federal complaint charging her with acting as an unregistered agent of the People’s Republic of China.

According to the affidavit, Zhang traveled to Seattle in 2025 and, at the direction of PRC officials, surveilled a close relative of a Taiwanese government official, sending photos, videos, and license plate information to those officials.

She coordinated the trip with an associate and used tradecraft to avoid detection. She never notified the Attorney General she was acting for a foreign government, a federal offense.

She will appear in federal court in Los Angeles tomorrow for her initial appearance. Defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.&mdash; F.A. United States Attorney Bill Essayli (@USAttyEssayli) <a href="https://x.com/USAttyEssayli/status/2106881078317502927?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 4, 2026</a></blockquote>
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&nbsp;&nbsp;FBI Director Kash Patel welcomed the arrest, he said America is no longer a safe place for foreign adversaries to run espionage operations. Patel also questioned how anyone could allegedly surveil a foreign leader's family on US soil for the PRC and then try to catch a flight back to Shanghai.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/gravitas/dating-app-romance-nato-base-security-scare-russian-spy-1789493114791">Spanish officer sent home from NATO base over affair with 'Russian spy' | Gravitas</a>&nbsp;Lai's office condemned what it called "barbaric acts" and confirmed that the president's family had been targeted. It described the case as one of "transnational repression." Presidential Office spokeswoman Karen Kuo said such behaviour should not be tolerated in the civilised world and thanked US judicial authorities for assisting and protecting Taiwanese citizens.&nbsp;China claims Taiwan as part of its territory and has threatened to use force to annex the island. Lai, elected president in January 2024, has been an outspoken defender of Taiwan's sovereignty and is detested by Chinese leaders.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nobody-knows-if-it-can-be-in-control-godfather-of-ai-china-spy-chief-back-ai-slowdown-calls-flags-political-threat-1789356804637">'Nobody knows if it can be in control': ‘Godfather’ of AI, China spy chief back AI slowdown calls, flags political threat</a>&nbsp;Taiwan's government has warned its citizens of growing risks to their safety in China and elsewhere since Beijing's ethnic unity law took effect in July. The Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress aims to forge a "shared" national identity among ethnic groups. Overseas campaigners argue it will further erode the rights of minorities such as Uyghurs and Tibetans, whom Beijing is accused of persecuting. They also point to a clause under which people can be held liable for violating the law even when outside China, saying it gives the Chinese government more justification for targeting its opponents abroad.&nbsp;Zhang is expected to make her initial appearance in federal court on Monday (Oct 5).

US authorities have arrested a woman accused of spying on the family of Taiwan's president on behalf of the Chinese government, escalating national security and foreign espionage concerns.

A 34-year-old woman accused of spying for China on the family of Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te was arrested in the United States on Sunday (Oct 4), according to US and Taiwanese officials. The FBI detained Wanying Zhang at Los Angeles airport as she attempted to leave for China, First Assistant United States Attorney Bill Essayli said in a post on X. Zhang, who lives in Irvine, California, is accused of working as an unregistered agent of China and surveilling a "close relative of a Taiwanese government official" in the United States. The FBI said on its rapid response account on X that Zhang allegedly monitored Lai's son and his family, filming their home and vehicles and passing information to handlers from the People's Republic of China. Essayli said Zhang travelled to Seattle in 2025 at the direction of Chinese officials and sent them photos, videos and license plate information. He added that she coordinated the trip with an associate and used tradecraft to avoid detection.

US authorities have arrested a woman accused of spying on the family of Taiwan's president on behalf of the Chinese government, escalating national security and foreign espionage concerns.

US detains woman allegedly spying on Taiwanese president's family for China

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CJI Surya Kant says ECI never approved modified Form 6 for SIR

Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel have been awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine on Monday (October 5) for their discoveries in neuroscience. These scientists researched light-gated ion channels, a type of protein, to establish the field of optogenetics. Abdel El Manira, a member of the Nobel Committee that awarded the prize, said it is a pioneering technique that uses small lights to switch on discrete groups of neurons in the brain.

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Two fake placement call centres allegedly targeting unemployed job seekers by offering lucrative employment opportunities in return for registration and processing fees have been busted near Shadipur Metro Station in central Delhi, with 11 operatives apprehended, police said on Monday.

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Leader of the Opposition of Lok Sabha and&nbsp;Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged that women protesters and female journalists had faced mistreatment by the Delhi Police during recent incidents in the national capital and demanded accountability from the authorities. In a post on social media, Rahul Gandhi alleged that several people were detained at Jantar Mantar and claimed that women protesters had accused male police personnel of misbehaviour. “What's happening in Delhi right now follows a single pattern: silence any woman who dares to ask questions,” Rahul Gandhi said.

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The Supreme Court on Monday said that it had not approved any modified version of Form 6 being used for enrolment of new voters during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. A bench of Chief Justice of India Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana said the court would examine the record to ascertain who had introduced the changes after the Election Commission claimed last week that the new declaration attached to the online Form 6 had been approved by the apex court.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed centuries-old ties and unveiled an ambitious economic roadmap with Switzerland, targeting 100 billion dollars in investments and one million direct jobs over the next 15 years. Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Modi and Swiss President Guy Parmelin held a delegation-level meeting at Hyderabad House in New Delhi on Monday. Following their discussions, both leaders witnessed the exchange of Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs), further cementing bilateral cooperation across key sectors. Following the exchange of MoUs, Prime Minister Modi delivered a joint press statement alongside the Swiss leader, where PM Modi said, "India-Switzerland friendship is centuries-old. Innovation, infrastructure and advanced technology are strong pillars of our foundation today. With the Summit today, we are going to give a new pace and height to our partnership."

PM Modi hails centuries-old India-Switzerland ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping’s references to the US-China alliance during World War II during his recent Washington visit have drawn criticism from analysts, who said the remarks presented a selective version of history and could serve Beijing’s broader narrative on Taiwan and Japan, The Epoch Times reported. &nbsp;During a state dinner hosted by US President Donald Trump at the White House on September 24, Xi said that Chinese and American people had fought “shoulder to shoulder” against Japanese militarism during World War II. He also called for the two countries to use lessons from history to build a new chapter in their relations, according to The Epoch Times.

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Hyderabad’s prolonged water and sanitation crisis continues to disrupt daily life, with residents in different parts of the city facing severe shortages, contaminated supplies and overflowing sewage, as reported by The Express Tribune. According to The Express Tribune, some neighbourhoods have been forced to depend on private water tankers, while residents elsewhere complain that foul smelling and visibly contaminated water is reaching their homes through household connections. The situation has raised concerns over the failure to address the city’s worsening water and sewerage infrastructure. Several areas, including parts of Latifabad, HDA Kohsar Housing Society Phases I and II, Daman Kohsar, Mujahid Colony, Iqbal Colony, American Quarters and Hali Road, are reportedly experiencing serious water shortages.

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Finnish Ambassador to India Mikko Kivikoski has praised the Indian pilot whose actions during the FlyDubai incident have drawn widespread appreciation, saying every life that can be saved in an aviation incident is “highly appreciated”. &nbsp;Speaking to ANI, the Finnish envoy was asked about the incident and the Indian pilot who has been hailed for his actions, including by global leaders and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. “When it comes to aviation and possible incidents and catastrophes, every life which can be saved is highly appreciated,” the Ambassador said.

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Swiss President Guy Parmelin on Monday held bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Hyderabad House, continuing his high-level engagements in New Delhi. Earlier in the day, President Parmelin attended a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at Rajghat to pay tribute to Mahatma Gandhi, accompanied by his wife, Caroline Parmelin. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar also called on the visiting Swiss leader. Detailing the engagement in a post on X, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar stated, “Pleased to call on President Guy Parmelin of the Swiss Confederation, visiting India on a State Visit. Deeply appreciate President Parmelin’s sentiments towards deepening our partnership, building on the promise of India-EFTA TEPA. Confident that his meeting with PM Modi will further our engagement across a wide range of domains.”

PM Modi, Swiss President Guy Parmelin hold bilateral talks at Hyderabad House

Top Hamas official Ghazi Hamad in an interview to Al Arabiya has said that Ali al-Amoudi, the terror group’s de facto leader in Gaza, “survived the Israeli assassination attempt” on him in a strike overnight Friday into Saturday. The Palestinian media reported five people killed, including a number of women but al-Amoudi's name was absent from the list of fatalities.&nbsp;His fate remained unclear. The strike targeted Amoudi while he was residing in an apartment “used for terror activity, inside a residential building,” said Israeli Defence Forces (IDF), as reported by Times of Israel. Israel's Channel 12 has said it was too early to reach a definitive conclusion but Israel is trying to obtain confirmation whether the assassination attempt succeeded.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-de-facto-leader-in-gaza-survives-israeli-assassination-attempt-report-1791193508174">Read more</a>

Hamas' de facto leader in Gaza survives 'Israeli assassination attempt': Report

Montana’s governor has led a delegation of more than 35 business leaders to India, saying the visit is intended to deepen existing commercial ties and open new ones in agriculture, technology and research. Greg Gianforte, speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal that his aim is to “create new opportunities, both here in India and back in the United States.”&nbsp;Montana is the largest US producer of lentils, peas and chickpeas, much of which is shipped to India. Members of the delegation also represent aerospace, biotechnology, advanced manufacturing, and quantum technologies. The delegation is due to travel from Delhi to Bengaluru to meet industry groups in bioscience and related fields.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/wion-exclusive-must-be-a-two-way-street-montana-governor-calls-for-equal-market-access-as-india-us-trade-grows-1791182893982">Read full interview here</a>

WION Exclusive | ‘Must be a two-way street’: Montana Governor calls for equal market access as India-US trade grows

The Supreme Court on Monday (October 5) declined to approve an ex parte interim order to suspend Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over allegations related to his role in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. In response, the court said it must first hear the Election Commission and others.&nbsp;A three-judge bench comprising Chief Justice of India Surya Kant, along with Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana, issued notices to the Centre, Election Commission of India, CEC Gyanesh Kumar, Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi, Deputy Election Commissioner Maneesh Garg and DG (IT) Seema Khanna. “Let's first have authenticated information on that. We can always annul any decision…,” observed the bench.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/supreme-court-refuses-ex-parte-order-against-cec-seeks-response-from-election-commission-1791191998233">Read more</a>

United States is soon going to witness mid term elections which will be President Donald Trump's litmus test of his policies and how much popular he maintains among the American people. If we see the latest approval average poll of September, Trump seems to be loosing grasp as the rating nears its lowest levels of his second term.&nbsp;According to FiftyPlusOne, a polling and elections tracking website that aggregates major polls, Trump's average approval rating as of Sept 25 was 34.9%, while his disapproval rating stood at 62.1% among US adults. The highest average approval rating of his second term was 54%, last seen on Jan.22, 2025.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-midterms-how-opinion-polls-prediction-markets-and-stock-movements-are-placed-1791190078790">Read more</a>

US Midterms: How opinion polls, prediction markets and stock movements are placed

Supreme Court judge Ujjal Bhuyan has come down heavily on special intensive revision (SIR) that has resulted in large-scale deletion of names from voter lists across states. Speaking at the moot court valedictory function at Nalsar, Hyderabad on Sunday Bhuyan said that any process that takes away the voting rights of a huge number of Indian citizens "strike at the heart of the Constitution".<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/a-negation-of-the-constitutional-order-supreme-court-judge-ujjal-bhuyan-on-sir-1791171398533">READ MORE</a>

'A negation of the constitutional order': Supreme Court judge Ujjal Bhuyan on SIR

"China is an important neighbour, and despite difficulties, we have built up a long-standing relationship over the years... We will work to ensure communication on shared challenges, promote dialogue to safeguard our national interests, and build a constructive and stable relationship," Takaichi told parliament.

Takaichi says China an 'important neighbour', pledges stable relationship

President Isaac Herzog opened the National Memorial Day for the Events of October 7th by lowering the flag of the State of Israel to half-mast at the President’s Residence in Jerusalem.The lowering of the flag was in the memory of all those who were murdered and who fell in battle during the terrorist attack of October 7, 2023, and in the Swords of Iron War.&nbsp;

 President Herzog Lowers the Flag of Israel to Half-Mast at is residence

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WATCH: Russian drone hits roadway of Kyiv’s Pivnichnyi

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the United Arab Emirates, was involved in a traffic accident in Dubai and was airlifted to receive medical care. Several reports indicate his health condition to be critical, without official confirmation so far.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of UAE involved in traffic accident 

Russia is monitoring a possible fatal pneumonic plague case after a laboratory worker died in Siberia’s Irkutsk region. Nearly 200 people are under medical observation after Daria Sh. died from an unspecified form of plague.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-lab-worker-dies-of-dangerous-plague-infection-over-200-people-under-observation-1791172850465">READ MORE</a>

Russian lab worker dies of 'dangerous' plague infection after accidentally breaking test tube

A woman accused of spying for China on Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's son and his family was arrested Sunday in the United States, US and Taiwanese officials said.&nbsp;"Such behavior should never be tolerated in the civilized world," Presidential Office spokeswoman Karen Kuo said in a statement.

Taiwan condemns China over surveillance of President Lai’s son in US

Yemeni government forces were fighting Houthis on and near the Bab el Mandeb Strait, a vital maritime traffic waterway. Footage available showed armed Yemeni government forces nearby the Bab el Mandeb Strait. Houthis fighters were also nearby the area, reported Sky News.

Yemeni government forces fight Houthis on and near the Bab el Mandeb Strait

Fighters from the Tigray Peace Force, a breakaway armed group, entered Mekelle, the capital of Ethiopia’s northern Tigray region.&nbsp;

Ethiopia's government retakes Mekelle after opposition fighters withdraw from Tigray capital

Coxon will appear at the ⁠request of New York ​City Council Speaker Julie Menin, ​who has urged AI whistleblowers to testify as city lawmakers weigh ​a package of bills ​aimed at establishing safeguards around the ‌technology.

Former Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon to testify at New York City AI hearing

The United States has moved all long-range bombers deployed at UK's RAF Fairford back to their home stations following an unspecified new threat.

In top stories today, Russia is monitoring a possible fatal pneumonic plague case after a laboratory worker died in Siberia’s Irkutsk region. Nearly 200 people are under medical observation after Daria Sh. died from an unspecified form of plague, The Moscow Times reported, quoting Alexei Tsydenov, head of the neighbouring republic of Buryatia. Irkutsk officials had earlier described the illness as a "particularly dangerous infection." In other big news of the day, the United States has moved all long-range bombers deployed at UK's RAF Fairford back to their home stations following an unspecified new threat, CNN reported, citing a US official. This comes amid an ongoing investigation into an alleged Iranian plot targeting the UK airbase. The US official told CNN that the threat is “real world incident.” Moving on, Supreme Court judge Ujjal Bhuyan has come down heavily on special intensive revision (SIR) that has resulted in large-scale deletion of names from voter lists across states. Speaking at the moot court valedictory function at Nalsar, Hyderabad on Sunday said that any process that takes away the voting rights of a huge number of Indian citizens "strike at the heart of the Constitution". Stay with us for the latest news, breaking updates and developments as they unfold.

The United States has moved all long-range bombers deployed at UK's RAF Fairford back to their home stations following an unspecified new threat.

Latest News India and World LIVE: Russian lab worker dies of plague infection, US moves back all bombers deployed at UK base and more

In the latest criminal case involving US military personnel on the Okinawa island of Japan, where there is heavy presence of American troop, a US marine was arrested by the police on charges of robbing and killing a woman, said officials on Sunday. The 20-year-old Marine stationed at the Futenma Air Station was arrested on suspicion of killing a 39-year-old local woman at a hotel in Naha, Okinawa's capital city, and taking her wallet and backpack.&nbsp;The woman's body was found in her hotel room and she appeared to have been strangled, reported Kyodo News agency.&nbsp;Security camera footage scanned by the police showed a man likely to be the suspect entering the hotel with the woman and leaving alone. The suspect was spotted walking alone on a street in Naha’s entertainment district late Saturday by an officer, who then arrested him.&nbsp;ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-pulls-all-air-force-bombers-from-uk-s-raf-fairford-base-after-real-world-threat-1791169429307">US pulls all Air Force bombers from UK's Fairford airbase after 'real world' threat</a>&nbsp;The incident has led to widespread rage across the country, particularly in Okinawa that house US military base.&nbsp;“The case deals a major shock and adds fear to the Okinawans who have already been forced to live next to U.S. bases,” newly elected Okinawa Gov. Genta Koja said speaking to reporters on the incident.&nbsp;“It is absolutely unforgivable and we are outraged. I must say, discipline and troop education are not working at all,” Koja said further pointing to the measures taken by US military in response to previous criminal cases.&nbsp;Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi taking to X wrote “The occurrence of the heinous crime is extremely regrettable." She further said that her government has strongly protested to the U.S. side and demanded maximum cooperation in the investigation and tougher discipline for US service members.&nbsp;Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi summoned US Ambassador to Japan George Glass to his office and conveyed “outrage," the ministry said in a statement.&nbsp;Under a bilateral security pact, about 50,000 US troops are deployed in Japan. And half of the troop strength is stationed on the Okinawa island, seen vital amid Japan's growing tensions with China.&nbsp;

Security camera footage scanned by the police showed a man likely to be the suspect entering the hotel with the woman and leaving alone, after which he was arrested.

In the latest criminal case involving US military personnel on the Okinawa island of Japan, where there is heavy presence of American troop, a US marine was arrested by the police on charges of robbing and killing a woman, said officials on Sunday. The 20-year-old Marine stationed at the Futenma Air Station was arrested on suspicion of killing a 39-year-old local woman at a hotel in Naha, Okinawa's capital city, and taking her wallet and backpack. The woman's body was found in her hotel room and she appeared to have been strangled, reported Kyodo News agency. Security camera footage scanned by the police showed a man likely to be the suspect entering the hotel with the woman and leaving alone. The suspect was spotted walking alone on a street in Naha’s entertainment district late Saturday by an officer, who then arrested him. ALSO READ: US pulls all Air Force bombers from UK's Fairford airbase after 'real world' threat The incident has led to widespread rage across the country, particularly in Okinawa that house US military base. “The case deals a major shock and adds fear to the Okinawans who have already been forced to live next to U.S. bases,” newly elected Okinawa Gov. Genta Koja said speaking to reporters on the incident. “It is absolutely unforgivable and we are outraged. I must say, discipline and troop education are not working at all,” Koja said further pointing to the measures taken by US military in response to previous criminal cases. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi taking to X wrote “The occurrence of the heinous crime is extremely regrettable." She further said that her government has strongly protested to the U.S. side and demanded maximum cooperation in the investigation and tougher discipline for US service members. Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi summoned US Ambassador to Japan George Glass to his office and conveyed “outrage," the ministry said in a statement. Under a bilateral security pact, about 50,000 US troops are deployed in Japan. And half of the troop strength is stationed on the Okinawa island, seen vital amid Japan's growing tensions with China.

Security camera footage scanned by the police showed a man likely to be the suspect entering the hotel with the woman and leaving alone, after which he was arrested.

US Marine's arrest in alleged murder of woman on Okinawa island sparks outrage in Japan

Russia is monitoring a possible fatal pneumonic plague case after a laboratory worker died in Siberia’s Irkutsk region. Nearly 200 people are under medical observation after Daria Sh. died from an unspecified form of plague, The Moscow Times reported, quoting Alexei Tsydenov, head of the neighbouring republic of Buryatia. Irkutsk officials had earlier described the illness as a "particularly dangerous infection."&nbsp;“There are no plague outbreaks in the republic, including in areas bordering Mongolia,” Tsydenov said, confirming that the infection was unrelated to the region. Daria Sh. was around 28 years old and worked at the Irkutsk anti-plague institute, according to the news outlet Lyudi Baikala (People of Baikal) and pro-Kremlin broadcaster REN TV.&nbsp;The woman reportedly told medical staff that while collecting samples for testing, she accidentally broke a test tube containing live bacteria. She started showing symptoms of severe pneumonia in Shelekhov, near Irkutsk, and was placed on a ventilator before dying on Thursday. The district hospital was quarantined.&nbsp;Irkutsk region Governor Igor Kobzev wrote on Telegram, "All identified contact persons have been placed under medical observation. As of today, the contacts show no signs of illness, and their laboratory test results are negative." Local media reports claim the woman died of pneumonic plague.<h2>US monitoring situation in Russia</h2>Meanwhile, a US State Department official told Fox News that it was aware of the plague death in Russia and was watching the situation closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other federal agencies. The official called on Russia to reveal everything it knows about the matter.&nbsp;&nbsp;Former CIA officer Dan Hoffman told Fox News that US intelligence will gather more information. "I would also expect our embassy in Moscow to be engaging with their diplomatic counterparts at an official level because we might have people in Russia who might be at risk. Washington will be speaking to all of our allies and partners in the region and sharing what we know." &nbsp;

A Russian laboratory worker died of a “dangerous” plague infection last week after dropping a test tube containing live bacteria. Nearly 200 people have been quarantined and are being monitored. US officials said they are also keeping an eye on the situation. 

Russia is monitoring a possible fatal pneumonic plague case after a laboratory worker died in Siberia’s Irkutsk region. Nearly 200 people are under medical observation after Daria Sh. died from an unspecified form of plague, The Moscow Times reported, quoting Alexei Tsydenov, head of the neighbouring republic of Buryatia. Irkutsk officials had earlier described the illness as a "particularly dangerous infection." “There are no plague outbreaks in the republic, including in areas bordering Mongolia,” Tsydenov said, confirming that the infection was unrelated to the region. Daria Sh. was around 28 years old and worked at the Irkutsk anti-plague institute, according to the news outlet Lyudi Baikala (People of Baikal) and pro-Kremlin broadcaster REN TV. The woman reportedly told medical staff that while collecting samples for testing, she accidentally broke a test tube containing live bacteria. She started showing symptoms of severe pneumonia in Shelekhov, near Irkutsk, and was placed on a ventilator before dying on Thursday. The district hospital was quarantined. Irkutsk region Governor Igor Kobzev wrote on Telegram, "All identified contact persons have been placed under medical observation. As of today, the contacts show no signs of illness, and their laboratory test results are negative." Local media reports claim the woman died of pneumonic plague. US monitoring situation in Russia Meanwhile, a US State Department official told Fox News that it was aware of the plague death in Russia and was watching the situation closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and other federal agencies. The official called on Russia to reveal everything it knows about the matter. Former CIA officer Dan Hoffman told Fox News that US intelligence will gather more information. "I would also expect our embassy in Moscow to be engaging with their diplomatic counterparts at an official level because we might have people in Russia who might be at risk. Washington will be speaking to all of our allies and partners in the region and sharing what we know."

A Russian laboratory worker died of a “dangerous” plague infection last week after dropping a test tube containing live bacteria. Nearly 200 people have been quarantined and are being monitored. US officials said they are also keeping an eye on the situation.&nbsp;

The six people aboard a medical transport aircraft that went missing on Oct 3, while it was travelling from Bermuda to Boston are presumed dead, according to a statement from the flight's operator Latitude Air Ambulance. On Monday morning (local time), the United States Coast Guard said that it was ending its search for survivors off the coast of Nantucket, a Massachusetts island. The US Coast Guard on Sunday (local time) found debris of Ontario air ambulance jet but the six people onboard remained unaccounted for.&nbsp;&nbsp;After US ended search operation, Latitude Air Ambulance said in a statement, "We must now face the heartbreaking reality that the four members of our Latitude team, our patient and the patient's family escort, who were aboard Heartbeat 104, are presumed to have died. Our thoughts are first and foremost with their families, loved ones, friends, and colleagues."&nbsp;The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) told the Coast Guard on Saturday night (local time) that it had lost contact with a Gulfstream G100 with the tail number C-GRJP. The US Coast Guard launched an air and surface search after it was reported about the incident. The Coast Guard confirmed that the plane carried four Canadian nationals and two Bermudian nationals. According to initial information an aircraft, a Gulfstream G100 which was Ontario-based medical transport aircraft was carrying a patient and a family member escort along with four crew members. The aircraft was registered under Canada-based Latitude Air Ambulance, which works with global insurance companies, governments and other organisations to provide medical evacuation and repatriation services. The company flagged that it went missing around 1:30 am (1530 GMT). Company spokesman Clarence Togeretz confirmed that the jet was on an active Medevac operation, transferring a patient to an area hospital.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/aircraft-with-four-aboard-disappeared-over-bermuda-triangle-they-have-been-found-dead-1789032878048">Aircraft with four aboard disappeared over Bermuda Triangle. They have been found dead</a>&nbsp;However, the aircraft is not official Ontario air ambulance. Joshua McNamara, a spokesperson for Ornge, which provides air ambulance services for Ontario's provincial health-care system, said the flight was not an air ambulance transport for Ontario. Meanwhile, Nantucket Memorial Airport spokesperson Preston Harimon said in a statement that the airport, which is located in Massachusetts, was informed the aircraft had reportedly declared an emergency before it lost contact. “Details regarding the circumstances of the incident remain unconfirmed,” Harimon said. “Nantucket Memorial Airport will not speculate on the cause of the event.” The rescue operations are still underway to locate the passengers.<h2>Timeline of the incident</h2>Based on flight data and official statements, on Friday at 7:10 p.m. ET, Jet C-GRJP departed John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport, according to Flightradar24, and landed at Bermuda's L.F. Wade International Airport at 9:28 p.m. ET. The flight departed Bermuda at 11:41 p.m. ET for Logan International Airport in Boston, with an estimated arrival time of 1:30 a.m. ET on Saturday. At approximately 1 a.m. ET, the jet descended from 24,000 feet to 11,000 feet before stabilising again, according to FlightAware. At 1:20 a.m. ET, the Federal Aviation Administration issued a search and rescue alert for the jet. Around 1:30 a.m. ET, Latitude was tracking the flight and lost contact before reaching out to the U.S. Coast Guard. At 6:15 a.m. ET, the Coast Guard said on social media that it was searching for the Gulfstream G100 jet off the coast of Nantucket, Massachusetts.

A medical transport aircraft carrying six people from Bermuda to Boston has gone missing off Massachusetts. The US Coast Guard found debris and later ended its search for survivors. The flight operator, Latitude Air Ambulance, said all six aboard are presumed dead

The six people aboard a medical transport aircraft that went missing on Oct 3, while it was travelling from Bermuda to Boston are presumed dead, according to a statement from the flight's operator Latitude Air Ambulance. On Monday morning (local time), the United States Coast Guard said that it was ending its search for survivors off the coast of Nantucket, a Massachusetts island. The US Coast Guard on Sunday (local time) found debris of Ontario air ambulance jet but the six people onboard remained unaccounted for. After US ended search operation, Latitude Air Ambulance said in a statement, "We must now face the heartbreaking reality that the four members of our Latitude team, our patient and the patient's family escort, who were aboard Heartbeat 104, are presumed to have died. Our thoughts are first and foremost with their families, loved ones, friends, and colleagues." The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) told the Coast Guard on Saturday night (local time) that it had lost contact with a Gulfstream G100 with the tail number C-GRJP. The US Coast Guard launched an air and surface search after it was reported about the incident. The Coast Guard confirmed that the plane carried four Canadian nationals and two Bermudian nationals. According to initial information an aircraft, a Gulfstream G100 which was Ontario-based medical transport aircraft was carrying a patient and a family member escort along with four crew members. The aircraft was registered under Canada-based Latitude Air Ambulance, which works with global insurance companies, governments and other organisations to provide medical evacuation and repatriation services. The company flagged that it went missing around 1:30 am (1530 GMT). Company spokesman Clarence Togeretz confirmed that the jet was on an active Medevac operation, transferring a patient to an area hospital. Also Read: Aircraft with four aboard disappeared over Bermuda Triangle. They have been found dead However, the aircraft is not official Ontario air ambulance. Joshua McNamara, a spokesperson for Ornge, which provides air ambulance services for Ontario's provincial health-care system, said the flight was not an air ambulance transport for Ontario. Meanwhile, Nantucket Memorial Airport spokesperson Preston Harimon said in a statement that the airport, which is located in Massachusetts, was informed the aircraft had reportedly declared an emergency before it lost contact. “Details regarding the circumstances of the incident remain unconfirmed,” Harimon said. “Nantucket Memorial Airport will not speculate on the cause of the event.” The rescue operations are still underway to locate the passengers. Timeline of the incident Based on flight data and official statements, on Friday at 7:10 p.m. ET, Jet C-GRJP departed John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport, according to Flightradar24, and landed at Bermuda's L.F. Wade International Airport at 9:28 p.m. ET. The flight departed Bermuda at 11:41 p.m. ET for Logan International Airport in Boston, with an estimated arrival time of 1:30 a.m. ET on Saturday. At approximately 1 a.m. ET, the jet descended from 24,000 feet to 11,000 feet before stabilising again, according to FlightAware. At 1:20 a.m. ET, the Federal Aviation Administration issued a search and rescue alert for the jet. Around 1:30 a.m. ET, Latitude was tracking the flight and lost contact before reaching out to the U.S. Coast Guard. At 6:15 a.m. ET, the Coast Guard said on social media that it was searching for the Gulfstream G100 jet off the coast of Nantucket, Massachusetts.

A medical transport aircraft carrying six people from Bermuda to Boston has gone missing off Massachusetts. The US Coast Guard found debris and later ended its search for survivors. The flight operator, Latitude Air Ambulance, said all six aboard are presumed dead

'Face the heartbreaking reality': Six aboard US air ambulance missing en route to Boston presumed dead

The United States has moved all long-range bombers deployed at UK's RAF Fairford back to their home stations following an unspecified new threat, CNN reported, citing a US official. This comes amid an ongoing investigation into an alleged Iranian plot targeting the UK airbase. The US official told CNN that the threat is “real world incident.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-link-in-uk-s-fairford-airbase-bomb-plot-rubio-says-foreign-actor-was-involved-1790646471440">Iran link in UK's Fairford airbase bomb plot? Rubio says 'foreign actor' was involved'</a>&nbsp;"We can acknowledge now that all US bombers that were deployed to RAF Fairford have redeployed to their home stations in the United States," the official said. The source also told CNN that it was unusual for the US military to return the bombers to their home stations rather than deploy them to another base in the region. The nature of the threat or exact reason why the aircraft were moved is not known officially.&nbsp;&nbsp;US B-1 bombers involved in the war against Iran is deployed in UK's RAF Fairford. It serves as an operating location for US Global Strike Command. The UK Ministry of Defense has not commented on the incident. &nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/raf-airbase-incident-netanyahu-claims-israel-warned-britain-about-iranian-terror-plot-1790842073923">RAF airbase incident: Netanyahu claims Israel warned Britain about Iranian terror plot</a><h2>What had happened?</h2>On 27th September, police were called to the airbase, 90 miles (145 km) west of London, by a local farmer who said she had seen three large white vans parked near the base and a group of "hooded and masked men" running into a field nearby. Armed officers from the local force, Gloucestershire Police, responded and arrested five men on suspicion of terrorism and explosives offenses. However, the British Police let the men out on bail with the Head of UK Counter Terrorism Policing, Laurence Taylor, clarifying that the release does not mean the case is closed. Last week, a 25-year-old British-Iranian dual national was also arrested in connection with the alleged plot. Iran has denied involvement in the incident and described the accusations as baseless. Tehran also summoned the British ambassador in Tehran following the allegations.&nbsp;

The US has moved all long-range bombers deployed at Britain’s RAF Fairford back to their home stations following what a US official called a “real world” threat. The move comes amid an investigation into an alleged Iran-linked plot targeting the airbase.

The United States has moved all long-range bombers deployed at UK's RAF Fairford back to their home stations following an unspecified new threat, CNN reported, citing a US official. This comes amid an ongoing investigation into an alleged Iranian plot targeting the UK airbase. The US official told CNN that the threat is “real world incident.” Also Read: Iran link in UK's Fairford airbase bomb plot? Rubio says 'foreign actor' was involved' "We can acknowledge now that all US bombers that were deployed to RAF Fairford have redeployed to their home stations in the United States," the official said. The source also told CNN that it was unusual for the US military to return the bombers to their home stations rather than deploy them to another base in the region. The nature of the threat or exact reason why the aircraft were moved is not known officially. US B-1 bombers involved in the war against Iran is deployed in UK's RAF Fairford. It serves as an operating location for US Global Strike Command. The UK Ministry of Defense has not commented on the incident. Also Read: RAF airbase incident: Netanyahu claims Israel warned Britain about Iranian terror plot What had happened? On 27th September, police were called to the airbase, 90 miles (145 km) west of London, by a local farmer who said she had seen three large white vans parked near the base and a group of "hooded and masked men" running into a field nearby. Armed officers from the local force, Gloucestershire Police, responded and arrested five men on suspicion of terrorism and explosives offenses. However, the British Police let the men out on bail with the Head of UK Counter Terrorism Policing, Laurence Taylor, clarifying that the release does not mean the case is closed. Last week, a 25-year-old British-Iranian dual national was also arrested in connection with the alleged plot. Iran has denied involvement in the incident and described the accusations as baseless. Tehran also summoned the British ambassador in Tehran following the allegations.

The US has moved all long-range bombers deployed at Britain’s RAF Fairford back to their home stations following what a US official called a “real world” threat. The move comes amid an investigation into an alleged Iran-linked plot targeting the airbase.

US pulls all Air Force bombers from UK's Fairford airbase after 'real world' threat

A California realtor was arrested at Los Angeles Airport on Sunday on suspicion of spying for China. Wanying Zhang, also known as "Heather", was taken into custody while trying to board a flight to Shanghai. The woman reportedly worked with handlers from the People's Republic of China to keep an eye on the son of Taiwan's president Ching-Te Lai. The 34-year-old Chinese American is a resident of Irvine, Orange County.&nbsp;Ting-Yu Lai works for electronics company Philips in Seattle, Washington, and was under the scanner of Chinese agents. The FBI released a criminal complaint on Sunday showing texts exchanged between Heather and other alleged agents. The messages are a key part of the government's case against Zhang.&nbsp;&nbsp;Attorney General Bill Essayli said that Beijing is using Chinese-Americans “for their own foreign affairs because they are playing the long game to get a competitive advantage over us. She wasn't spying against us; she was allegedly conducting a campaign on behalf of Beijing.”<h2>Heather went to Seattle to spy on Ting-Yu Lai</h2>Zhang was also caught on CCTV sitting in a car with an accomplice and taking pictures of Lai's house and close relatives. Reports suggest that she travelled to Seattle in September 2025 to spy on Ting-Yu Lai. Zhang worked for a real estate firm with her husband, Edric Ding, before this.&nbsp;"According to the affidavit, Zhang travelled to Seattle in 2025 and, at the direction of PRC officials, surveilled a close relative of a Taiwanese government official, sending photos, videos, and license plate information to those officials," Essayli said.&nbsp;The FBI's complaint against Zhang carries WeChat messages from Zhang's iCloud account sent to and received from two people believed to be Chinese government officials. The texts show them discussing tasks that led to the surveillance of the son of Taiwan's president. A message from September last year showed Zhang telling a Chinese government official that she had seen Lai, writing, "It's that young one."&nbsp;The person asked Zhang to get on a call with him, but she told him that she was taking a video of Lai.&nbsp;

A woman named Wanying Zhang, also known as "Heather", spied on the Taiwan president's son in Seattle and was arrested at LAX while trying to flee to Shanghai. Text messages show she was in contact with Chinese handlers, telling them about Lai's whereabouts.

A California realtor was arrested at Los Angeles Airport on Sunday on suspicion of spying for China. Wanying Zhang, also known as "Heather", was taken into custody while trying to board a flight to Shanghai. The woman reportedly worked with handlers from the People's Republic of China to keep an eye on the son of Taiwan's president Ching-Te Lai. The 34-year-old Chinese American is a resident of Irvine, Orange County. Ting-Yu Lai works for electronics company Philips in Seattle, Washington, and was under the scanner of Chinese agents. The FBI released a criminal complaint on Sunday showing texts exchanged between Heather and other alleged agents. The messages are a key part of the government's case against Zhang. Attorney General Bill Essayli said that Beijing is using Chinese-Americans “for their own foreign affairs because they are playing the long game to get a competitive advantage over us. She wasn't spying against us; she was allegedly conducting a campaign on behalf of Beijing.” Heather went to Seattle to spy on Ting-Yu Lai Zhang was also caught on CCTV sitting in a car with an accomplice and taking pictures of Lai's house and close relatives. Reports suggest that she travelled to Seattle in September 2025 to spy on Ting-Yu Lai. Zhang worked for a real estate firm with her husband, Edric Ding, before this. "According to the affidavit, Zhang travelled to Seattle in 2025 and, at the direction of PRC officials, surveilled a close relative of a Taiwanese government official, sending photos, videos, and license plate information to those officials," Essayli said. The FBI's complaint against Zhang carries WeChat messages from Zhang's iCloud account sent to and received from two people believed to be Chinese government officials. The texts show them discussing tasks that led to the surveillance of the son of Taiwan's president. A message from September last year showed Zhang telling a Chinese government official that she had seen Lai, writing, "It's that young one." The person asked Zhang to get on a call with him, but she told him that she was taking a video of Lai.

A woman named Wanying Zhang, also known as "Heather", spied on the Taiwan president's son in Seattle and was arrested at LAX while trying to flee to Shanghai. Text messages show she was in contact with Chinese handlers, telling them about Lai's whereabouts.

California woman arrested at LAX for spying on Taiwan president's son for China

FBI Director Kash Patel has remained in the public eye through his work at the bureau, while his personal life has also attracted attention over the years. His relationship with country singer Alexis Wilkins has been followed by the public, with the couple making several appearances together. Now, Patel and Wilkins have reached a new milestone in their relationship, announcing that they are engaged.<h2>Kash Patel and Alexis Wilkins are engaged</h2>Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) director Kash Patel recently got engaged to country singer Alexis Wilkins. The couple announced it on their respective posts on social media handles. Alexix shared a picture of the duo in which she could be seen flaunting her engagement ring as she posed with her fiance.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-she-s-a-patriot-kash-patel-slams-critics-for-baseless-rumours-over-using-60-million-fbi-jet-for-meeting-girlfriend-alexis-wilkins-1762156520372">'She's a patriot': Kash Patel slams critics for 'baseless rumours' over using $60 million FBI jet for meeting girlfriend Alexis Wilkins</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Went and got the law involved 💍❤️ @Kash_Patel https://t.co/OjZmOOrVg7&mdash; Alexis Wilkins (@AlexisWilkins) <a href="https://x.com/AlexisWilkins/status/2106867487660818883?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 4, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Along with the picture of the couple, the caption read, "Went and got the law involved." Kash Patel re-shared Alexis' post and captioned it using red heart and ring emoticon icons.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/was-kash-patel-s-girlfriend-alexis-wilkins-honeypotting-fbi-director-here-s-how-she-reacted-to-mossad-spy-claims-1754060994246">Was Kash Patel's girlfriend Alexis Wilkins 'honeypotting' FBI director? Here's how she reacted to Mossad spy claims</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">❤️💍&mdash; Kash Patel (@Kash_Patel) <a href="https://x.com/Kash_Patel/status/2106869477577228640?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 4, 2026</a></blockquote>
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Several took to the comment section to congratulate and give blessings to the couple. One user wrote, "Congratulations, marriage is so fun if you make it that way! I love being married. Here's to you two and the future. Little Kash Patels...Awhhh." Another user wrote, "Congrats! I wish you joy and lots of love! Thank you for being great, Patriots too!" “Congratulations to you both!! Best wishes for a life full of love, compassion, patience and joy, happiness,” wrote the third user.<h2>Kash Patel and Alexis Wilkins' relationship timeline</h2>Kash Patel and Alexis Wilkings have been dating since 2023, as per People's report. She had earlier shared on her Instagram handle that she was by Kash Patel's side when he was sworn in as FBI director in February 2025.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/tom-cruise-celebrates-digger-as-film-struggles-at-box-office-amid-mixed-response-1791119200149">Tom Cruise celebrates Digger as film struggles at box office amid mixed response</a> &nbsp;&nbsp;Reportedly, during an appearance on The Megyn Kelly Show in 2025, Alexis Wilkins had said that she had met Kash Patel at an event at a friend's house in Nashville.<h2>Who is Alexis Wilkins?</h2>Born in 1998 in Boston, Alexis Wilkings reportedly spent part of her childhood in England and Switzerland before growing up primarily in Arkansas. She graduated from Belmont University in Nashville, Tennessee, in 2020 with a degree in business. She has been working as a recording artist and songwriter since 2007.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/verity-tops-north-american-box-office-as-tom-cruise-s-digger-stumbles-1791163685836">Verity tops North American box office as Tom Cruise’s Digger stumbles</a>&nbsp;Alexis Wilkins had released her debut single and later her EP Grit in 2023. She has also opened for acts like Lee Greenwood, Chris Young and Parmalee and has featured on country music and iTunes charts. Apart from her music career, Alexis writes political and economic commentary, hosts content for PragerU and Rumble, and serves as an ambassador for Turning Point USA and The Unity Project. She has also served as a board member for the National Rifle Association (NRA) since June 2025.

Kash Patel and country singer Alexis Wilkins are engaged after more than three years together. Wilkins announced the news by showing off her engagement ring alongside Patel.

FBI Director Kash Patel has remained in the public eye through his work at the bureau, while his personal life has also attracted attention over the years. His relationship with country singer Alexis Wilkins has been followed by the public, with the couple making several appearances together. Now, Patel and Wilkins have reached a new milestone in their relationship, announcing that they are engaged. Kash Patel and Alexis Wilkins are engaged Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) director Kash Patel recently got engaged to country singer Alexis Wilkins. The couple announced it on their respective posts on social media handles. Alexix shared a picture of the duo in which she could be seen flaunting her engagement ring as she posed with her fiance. Also Read: 'She's a patriot': Kash Patel slams critics for 'baseless rumours' over using $60 million FBI jet for meeting girlfriend Alexis Wilkins

Kash Patel and country singer Alexis Wilkins are engaged after more than three years together. Wilkins announced the news by showing off her engagement ring alongside Patel.

FBI director Kash Patel and country singer Alexis Wilkins announce engagement after 3 years together

The contest between Sen. Flavio Bolsonaro and President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Brazil elections will head to runoff on October 25 as neither the the 45-year-old son of former President Jair Bolsonaro and 80-year-old incumbent, seeking his fourth non-consecutive term, garnered more than 50 per cent required for an outright win. However, poll result on Oct 4 (local time) showed that right-wing senator Bolsonaro finished ahead of President Lula da Silva with 47 percent of the vote, while Lula received 45 percent. This was contrary to the opinion poll &nbsp;projections that showed Lula in the lead. The elections are being watched closely because if Bolsonaro wins on October 25 election, BRazil will join long list of Latin American countries voting pro-Trump leaders.&nbsp;&nbsp;"I admit I was convinced I would win in the first round. The game is about to start. In extra time, we will win over the Brazilian people," Lula said. "I'm very good at knockout stages."&nbsp;Flavio Bolsonaro was a little-known senator a few months ago when his father anointed him his political heir. His father Jair Bolsanaro was barred from contesting as he serves a 27-year sentence for an attempted coup after losing a 2022 election bid. "I am truly happy with the result," Flavio Bolsonaro said after results came through, hailing the "very real possibility" of a run-off victory. AFP reported that junior Bolsanaro's first round performance outdid that of Jair Bolsonaro in 2018, when he was elected, and 2022. &nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bolsonaro-s-son-sentenced-for-lobbying-us-to-impose-sanctions-on-brazil-during-father-s-coup-trial-1781648614864">Bolsonaro's son sentenced for lobbying US to impose sanctions on Brazil during father's coup trial</a><h2>Election campaigns</h2>Both Lula and Bolsanaro are at neck-and-neck and poll results will be hours after polls wrap up. Brazil holds general elections every four years, and voting is mandatory. Those who fail to cast a ballot without justification face a small fine. While Jair Bolsanaro was barred from running as he serves a 27-year-long sentence for a coup attempt, his eldest son has vowed to take forward his father's ultra-conservative agenda. He has campaigned around security policies and pledged to fight the country's criminal groups by building El Salvador-style mega prisons. The veteran leftist Lula has branded the election a battle between democracy and "barbarism," warning voters that Brazil's sovereignty was at stake in the face of US pressure.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/brazil-final-tv-face-off-cancelled-as-lula-bolsonaro-withdraw-1791012937420">Brazil: Final TV face-off cancelled as Lula, Bolsonaro withdraw</a>&nbsp;Lula, on the other hand, is banking on his populist pitches, and a sudden crackdown on online betting. He has craved an image of his own worldwide as he protested US President Donald Trump. He even warned the US not to meddle in Brazil's elections. Bolsonaro's victory would add Brazil to a list of Latin American countries -- including Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica and Peru -- that have elected Trump-friendly governments in recent years. Lula has made defending Brazilian sovereignty a major campaign issue. In the days before the election, his team launched a Portuguese version of the Bad Bunny song, "Lo que le paso a Hawaii," which invokes the US colonization of Hawaii as a cautionary tale.

Brazil’s presidential election is heading to a runoff on October 25 after Flavio Bolsonaro finished ahead of incumbent Lula da Silva in the first round. Bolsonaro secured about 47% of valid votes to Lula’s 44.9%, outperforming pre-election polls.

The contest between Sen. Flavio Bolsonaro and President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Brazil elections will head to runoff on October 25 as neither the the 45-year-old son of former President Jair Bolsonaro and 80-year-old incumbent, seeking his fourth non-consecutive term, garnered more than 50 per cent required for an outright win. However, poll result on Oct 4 (local time) showed that right-wing senator Bolsonaro finished ahead of President Lula da Silva with 47 percent of the vote, while Lula received 45 percent. This was contrary to the opinion poll projections that showed Lula in the lead. The elections are being watched closely because if Bolsonaro wins on October 25 election, BRazil will join long list of Latin American countries voting pro-Trump leaders. "I admit I was convinced I would win in the first round. The game is about to start. In extra time, we will win over the Brazilian people," Lula said. "I'm very good at knockout stages." Flavio Bolsonaro was a little-known senator a few months ago when his father anointed him his political heir. His father Jair Bolsanaro was barred from contesting as he serves a 27-year sentence for an attempted coup after losing a 2022 election bid. "I am truly happy with the result," Flavio Bolsonaro said after results came through, hailing the "very real possibility" of a run-off victory. AFP reported that junior Bolsanaro's first round performance outdid that of Jair Bolsonaro in 2018, when he was elected, and 2022. Also Read: Bolsonaro's son sentenced for lobbying US to impose sanctions on Brazil during father's coup trial Election campaigns Both Lula and Bolsanaro are at neck-and-neck and poll results will be hours after polls wrap up. Brazil holds general elections every four years, and voting is mandatory. Those who fail to cast a ballot without justification face a small fine. While Jair Bolsanaro was barred from running as he serves a 27-year-long sentence for a coup attempt, his eldest son has vowed to take forward his father's ultra-conservative agenda. He has campaigned around security policies and pledged to fight the country's criminal groups by building El Salvador-style mega prisons. The veteran leftist Lula has branded the election a battle between democracy and "barbarism," warning voters that Brazil's sovereignty was at stake in the face of US pressure. Also Read: Brazil: Final TV face-off cancelled as Lula, Bolsonaro withdraw Lula, on the other hand, is banking on his populist pitches, and a sudden crackdown on online betting. He has craved an image of his own worldwide as he protested US President Donald Trump. He even warned the US not to meddle in Brazil's elections. Bolsonaro's victory would add Brazil to a list of Latin American countries -- including Argentina, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica and Peru -- that have elected Trump-friendly governments in recent years. Lula has made defending Brazilian sovereignty a major campaign issue. In the days before the election, his team launched a Portuguese version of the Bad Bunny song, "Lo que le paso a Hawaii," which invokes the US colonization of Hawaii as a cautionary tale.

Brazil’s presidential election is heading to a runoff on October 25 after Flavio Bolsonaro finished ahead of incumbent Lula da Silva in the first round. Bolsonaro secured about 47% of valid votes to Lula’s 44.9%, outperforming pre-election polls.

Brazil election 2026: Flavio Bolsonaro beats Lula in first round but misses outright win; race heads to runoff

Republican gubernatorial nominee from Ohio, Vivek Ramaswamy, is making an economic and government-reform pitch to voters: phase out the state income tax, sharply reduce property taxes and pursue Medicaid fraud aggressively.&nbsp;Ramaswamy’s proposals are central to his campaign against Democratic nominee Amy Acton as voters prepare to choose Ohio’s next governor on Nov. 3. The former presidential candidate is aiming to turn his outsider status into a mandate for sweeping changes to the state’s tax and spending policies.&nbsp;Ramaswamy is promising to eliminate Ohio’s individual income tax entirely over time.He proposes to start by eliminating the state tax on capital gains in his first two-year budget and then phasing out the broader income tax over eight to 10 years.&nbsp;He reasons that a zero-income-tax Ohio would attract businesses, investment and workers, putting the state in the company of states such as Florida and Texas. Ramaswamy claims that economic growth, combined with reductions in bureaucracy and spending would cover up the revenue loss via tax cuts.&nbsp;However, the proposal raises some key questions. Researchers estimate that 55.6% of the benefit from eliminating the capital-gains tax would go to Ohioans earning more than $1 million annually. By contrast, residents earning less than $100,000 would receive 7.3% of the benefit.Ramaswamy himself is a billionaire and would benefit substantially from the elimination of the tax.&nbsp;Ramaswamy initially called for eliminating property taxes altogether, but later adopted a more immediate proposal: rolling property taxes back to approximately their pre-pandemic levels and then limiting their future growth.&nbsp;&nbsp;Property taxes help finance public education, police, fire services and other local operations and analysts warn that a rollback would result in significant revenue losses.&nbsp;The proposal comes as homeowners across Ohio have faced rising property-tax bills following increases in property valuations.&nbsp;Tax and policy experts question whether cutting bureaucracy alone could generate enough money to replace billions in local revenue.&nbsp;&nbsp;Medicaid is the third major pillar of Ramaswamy’s campaign. More than 3 million Ohioans receive Medicaid coverage, which cost $34.2 billion in fiscal year 2024.&nbsp;Ramaswamy says the state should pursue suspected fraud more aggressively and simplify Medicaid administration to identify improper spending.&nbsp;Ramaswamy asserts that fraudulent providers increase costs for legitimate Medicaid recipients and taxpayers.He has made prosecution of Medicaid fraud a prominent campaign message, promising to make enforcement a statewide priority.&nbsp;The issue has gained additional attention amid investigations and reports involving alleged fraud by Ohio health-care providers.

Vivek Ramaswamy reasons that a zero-income-tax Ohio would attract businesses, investment and workers, putting the state in the company of Florida and Texas, and claims that economic growth, combined with reductions in bureaucracy and spending would cover up the revenue loss via tax cuts.

Republican gubernatorial nominee from Ohio, Vivek Ramaswamy, is making an economic and government-reform pitch to voters: phase out the state income tax, sharply reduce property taxes and pursue Medicaid fraud aggressively. Ramaswamy’s proposals are central to his campaign against Democratic nominee Amy Acton as voters prepare to choose Ohio’s next governor on Nov. 3. The former presidential candidate is aiming to turn his outsider status into a mandate for sweeping changes to the state’s tax and spending policies. Ramaswamy is promising to eliminate Ohio’s individual income tax entirely over time. He proposes to start by eliminating the state tax on capital gains in his first two-year budget and then phasing out the broader income tax over eight to 10 years. He reasons that a zero-income-tax Ohio would attract businesses, investment and workers, putting the state in the company of states such as Florida and Texas. Ramaswamy claims that economic growth, combined with reductions in bureaucracy and spending would cover up the revenue loss via tax cuts. However, the proposal raises some key questions. Researchers estimate that 55.6% of the benefit from eliminating the capital-gains tax would go to Ohioans earning more than $1 million annually. By contrast, residents earning less than $100,000 would receive 7.3% of the benefit. Ramaswamy himself is a billionaire and would benefit substantially from the elimination of the tax. Ramaswamy initially called for eliminating property taxes altogether, but later adopted a more immediate proposal: rolling property taxes back to approximately their pre-pandemic levels and then limiting their future growth. Property taxes help finance public education, police, fire services and other local operations and analysts warn that a rollback would result in significant revenue losses. The proposal comes as homeowners across Ohio have faced rising property-tax bills following increases in property valuations. Tax and policy experts question whether cutting bureaucracy alone could generate enough money to replace billions in local revenue. Medicaid is the third major pillar of Ramaswamy’s campaign. More than 3 million Ohioans receive Medicaid coverage, which cost $34.2 billion in fiscal year 2024. Ramaswamy says the state should pursue suspected fraud more aggressively and simplify Medicaid administration to identify improper spending. Ramaswamy asserts that fraudulent providers increase costs for legitimate Medicaid recipients and taxpayers. He has made prosecution of Medicaid fraud a prominent campaign message, promising to make enforcement a statewide priority. The issue has gained additional attention amid investigations and reports involving alleged fraud by Ohio health-care providers.

Vivek Ramaswamy reasons that a zero-income-tax Ohio would attract businesses, investment and workers, putting the state in the company of Florida and Texas, and claims that economic growth, combined with reductions in bureaucracy and spending would cover up the revenue loss via tax cuts.

Vivek Ramaswamy’s Ohio Governor campaign focuses on property tax cuts, income tax phase-out, tackling medicaid fraud

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday instructed National Security Council head Shmuel Ben Ezra to appoint an examiner to conduct a thorough review of “all aspects” of the security arrangements for foreign civilian flights to Israel.“Netanyahu has instructed the Head of the National Security Council, Shmuel Ben Ezra, to appoint an examiner to conduct a thorough review of all security aspects of foreign civil aviation to Israel,” a statement from the premier’s office said.&nbsp;The move comes after an Omani co-pilot to crash an Israel-bound flydubai Flight 1073 from Dubai was foiled, which triggered an increasing scrutiny of Israel’s oversight of foreign airlines, including reports that Israeli bodies had been warning that the Transportation Ministry was not properly carrying out security checks on international flights.&nbsp;An official close to Netanyahu rejected criticism of the decision to launch another review.“It is healthy and legitimate that when an incident like this occurs and points to a gap in a particular area, the prime minister acts to have the deficiencies examined and corrected, with the aim of preventing such an incident from happening again,” the official said.“You can’t have it both ways — point an accusing finger when something goes wrong and then point an accusing finger when action is taken to fix it.”&nbsp;Meanwhile, reports said that a preliminary Israeli investigation found that the co-pilot who attacked the captain of the flydubai flight had acted alone.The co-pilot attacked the captain with a crash axe during the flight before passengers and crew overpowered and restrained him.&nbsp;<h2>Copilot prepared to be ‘martyr’, aborted attempt in July</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile, reports said the copilot Hammam al-Hammami was preparing himself to become a “martyr” and had intended to crash the flydubai Flight 1073 into Ben Gurion Airport.Hammami, who has been arrested and is being interrogated in the United Arab Emirates, told investigators that he intended to continue the flight as normal after attacking the captain, get all landing clearances and then crash into a building or jet at the Ben Gurion Airport.&nbsp;Hammami had been at Ben Gurion Airport several times in recent months. When he came in June, he devoted his entire focus to collecting intelligence and planning out his attack.He had earlier plotted to carry out the attack in July but ended up cancelling his plan at the last moment, as he was friends with one of the crew members.

Flydubai copilot Hammam al-Hammami told investigators in the United Arab Emirates that he intended to continue the flight as normal after attacking the captain, get all landing clearances and then crash into a building or jet at the Ben Gurion Airport.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday instructed National Security Council head Shmuel Ben Ezra to appoint an examiner to conduct a thorough review of “all aspects” of the security arrangements for foreign civilian flights to Israel. “Netanyahu has instructed the Head of the National Security Council, Shmuel Ben Ezra, to appoint an examiner to conduct a thorough review of all security aspects of foreign civil aviation to Israel,” a statement from the premier’s office said. The move comes after an Omani co-pilot to crash an Israel-bound flydubai Flight 1073 from Dubai was foiled, which triggered an increasing scrutiny of Israel’s oversight of foreign airlines, including reports that Israeli bodies had been warning that the Transportation Ministry was not properly carrying out security checks on international flights. An official close to Netanyahu rejected criticism of the decision to launch another review. “It is healthy and legitimate that when an incident like this occurs and points to a gap in a particular area, the prime minister acts to have the deficiencies examined and corrected, with the aim of preventing such an incident from happening again,” the official said. “You can’t have it both ways — point an accusing finger when something goes wrong and then point an accusing finger when action is taken to fix it.” Meanwhile, reports said that a preliminary Israeli investigation found that the co-pilot who attacked the captain of the flydubai flight had acted alone. The co-pilot attacked the captain with a crash axe during the flight before passengers and crew overpowered and restrained him. Copilot prepared to be ‘martyr’, aborted attempt in July Meanwhile, reports said the copilot Hammam al-Hammami was preparing himself to become a “martyr” and had intended to crash the flydubai Flight 1073 into Ben Gurion Airport. Hammami, who has been arrested and is being interrogated in the United Arab Emirates, told investigators that he intended to continue the flight as normal after attacking the captain, get all landing clearances and then crash into a building or jet at the Ben Gurion Airport. Hammami had been at Ben Gurion Airport several times in recent months. When he came in June, he devoted his entire focus to collecting intelligence and planning out his attack. He had earlier plotted to carry out the attack in July but ended up cancelling his plan at the last moment, as he was friends with one of the crew members.

Flydubai copilot Hammam al-Hammami told investigators in the United Arab Emirates that he intended to continue the flight as normal after attacking the captain, get all landing clearances and then crash into a building or jet at the Ben Gurion Airport.

Netanyahu orders security review of foreign flights to Israel after flydubai attack

The Saudi Arabia-backed head of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council⁠, Rashad al-Alimi, has announced the start of military operations to retake the major advances made by the Iran-aligned Houthi armed group and restore control across the country. In a televised address, al-Alimi said on Sunday the internationally recognised government's forces would extend &nbsp;“the authority of the state and its institutions over the entire national territory”."We have instructed the armed forces, security forces and all military formations to begin carrying out their assigned tasks under an approved plan until the country is liberated from the Houthis,” he said.Al-Alimi added that all state institutions will be placed on full alert “until the mission is completed and victory is achieved”.The development follows a major offensive by the Yemeni government forces &nbsp;“executed 257 precision targeting operations” against Houthi sites, movements, and military capabilities on Saturday, and killed around 700 Houthi rebels, said the spokesman for Yemen’s internationally recognised government forces, Colonel Majed Abdullah al-Nazili.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-midterms-democratic-house-india-trump-modi-relations-1791131467809">US midterms: Could a Democratic House be good for India?</a>Despite the Yemeni Government forces declaring its ambitious counteroffensive, Houthis remain on the front foot since seizing control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait ​in their lightning offensive last month that saw government forces collapse. In the last 48 hours, Houthis have gained ground against government and local forces on strategic hilltops near Yemen's Taiz, military sources said, advancing on the last road between the city and Aden on the southern coast. Earlier today, Houthi forces have reportedly seized the home of Yemeni Parliament Speaker Sultan al-Barakani south of Taiz following clashes with forces aligned with Yemen’s internationally recognised government, according to Yemeni sources. Houthi control over the Taiz-Aden road would lead to an effective siege of the government’s interim capital, Aden, effectively isolating and encircling Taiz. The interim capital city of Aden and the besieged city of Taiz are both situated right along the vital Gulf of Aden.&nbsp;

Yemen's Saudi-backed government has launched a military operation to retake Houthi-held territory as the Iran-backed group advances near Taiz and Bab el-Mandeb

The Saudi Arabia-backed head of Yemen's Presidential Leadership Council⁠, Rashad al-Alimi, has announced the start of military operations to retake the major advances made by the Iran-aligned Houthi armed group and restore control across the country. In a televised address, al-Alimi said on Sunday the internationally recognised government's forces would extend “the authority of the state and its institutions over the entire national territory”. "We have instructed the armed forces, security forces and all military formations to begin carrying out their assigned tasks under an approved plan until the country is liberated from the Houthis,” he said. Al-Alimi added that all state institutions will be placed on full alert “until the mission is completed and victory is achieved”. The development follows a major offensive by the Yemeni government forces “executed 257 precision targeting operations” against Houthi sites, movements, and military capabilities on Saturday, and killed around 700 Houthi rebels, said the spokesman for Yemen’s internationally recognised government forces, Colonel Majed Abdullah al-Nazili. Also Read: US midterms: Could a Democratic House be good for India? Despite the Yemeni Government forces declaring its ambitious counteroffensive, Houthis remain on the front foot since seizing control of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait in their lightning offensive last month that saw government forces collapse. In the last 48 hours, Houthis have gained ground against government and local forces on strategic hilltops near Yemen's Taiz, military sources said, advancing on the last road between the city and Aden on the southern coast. Earlier today, Houthi forces have reportedly seized the home of Yemeni Parliament Speaker Sultan al-Barakani south of Taiz following clashes with forces aligned with Yemen’s internationally recognised government, according to Yemeni sources. Houthi control over the Taiz-Aden road would lead to an effective siege of the government’s interim capital, Aden, effectively isolating and encircling Taiz. The interim capital city of Aden and the besieged city of Taiz are both situated right along the vital Gulf of Aden.

Yemen's Saudi-backed government has launched a military operation to retake Houthi-held territory as the Iran-backed group advances near Taiz and Bab el-Mandeb

Yemen launches major offensive to retake Houthi-held territory

The US midterm election could become an unexpected and paradoxical development for India, in its increasingly complicated relationship with Washington. In the wake of the US-Iran war, Democrats are favoured to win the House in November, raising the possibility that a divided Congress could restrict President Donald Trump's unilateral tariff and trade policies, though it would likely maintain the Russian oil sanctions. The paradox is that the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi does not have a shared ideological or party alignment with Democrats, who are more critical of his hypernationalism, human rights and democracy record. But the stakes are more than just tariffs and ideological alignment.<h2>Changing India-US relations</h2>For the past decade, India has been assuming that Washington's counter-China policy automatically translates into a pro-India logic. But since US President Trump's return to office, it seems that the US is becoming increasingly docile with China, and erratic with its traditional partners like Europe and India.&nbsp;It would not be a complete miscalculation to see the US and China as partners, if not allies. Theirs is a managed rivalry that compartmentalises issues such as the US-Iran war and the AI arms race, and both want a stable, bilateral truce that protects their supply chains and markets. For India, the real risk is treating either one as a reliable friend.&nbsp;Washington's envoy Christopher Landau publicly stated that the United States will not repeat its "China mistake" with India.Yet the US remains India's key partner for markets, technology and defence, but since 2025 it is evident Washington will use that dependence as leverage. China has benefited from Trump's pressure on India, pushing Delhi toward it. India and China held border talks in Beijing in August and agreed to keep seeking a settlement, with the next round in India in 2027; though China's relations with Pakistan have not changed.&nbsp;Following the recent Trump–Xi "G2" summit in Washington, New Delhi has become vocal about Washington's persistent tariff threat. Last week, at an event in New York, Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar called Washington an insensitive partner to India’s concerns over “terrorism”, pointing to its warming relations with Pakistan and its “self-centred” trade policies. The shift reflects a central tenet of realist International Relations: there are no eternal allies or perpetual enemies, only eternal and perpetual interests.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/germany-merz-1-3-billion-aid-ukraine-kyiv-visit-1791123674348">Germany pledges €1.3 billion aid to Ukraine during Merz's Kyiv visit</a>&nbsp;<h2>A Democratic House may favour India</h2>Even so, a bipartisan gathering of the Senate India Caucus on Capitol Hill on October 1, 2026, underscored that mainstream Democrats view India as an irreplaceable security anchor in the Indo-Pacific. Despite the ideological differences, a Democratic House might favour India over China and act as a legislative buffer against erratic executive policies.&nbsp;Sanctions, though, are a different matter. India is using the finalisation of its long-delayed bilateral trade deal with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer as leverage. But the US could try to force India to concede its leverage with the Russian oil sanctions, which kick in October 18, before the midterms or a new House could be sworn in. The House has paved the way for legislation allowing up to 100% tariffs on buyers of Russian oil. The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 was passed with overwhelming bipartisan support. So India is unlikely to get any concession on Russian oil from Democrats. Both India and China are expected to keep buying anyway, so it will remain a developing issue once control shifts. Even without a House majority, Trump will retain his executive power and dictate foreign policy, so volatility might continue.&nbsp;&nbsp;

US midterm elections could reshape India's ties with Washington as Democrats eye House gains, potentially limiting Trump's tariffs despite tensions with Modi.

The US midterm election could become an unexpected and paradoxical development for India, in its increasingly complicated relationship with Washington. In the wake of the US-Iran war, Democrats are favoured to win the House in November, raising the possibility that a divided Congress could restrict President Donald Trump's unilateral tariff and trade policies, though it would likely maintain the Russian oil sanctions. The paradox is that the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi does not have a shared ideological or party alignment with Democrats, who are more critical of his hypernationalism, human rights and democracy record. But the stakes are more than just tariffs and ideological alignment. Changing India-US relations For the past decade, India has been assuming that Washington's counter-China policy automatically translates into a pro-India logic. But since US President Trump's return to office, it seems that the US is becoming increasingly docile with China, and erratic with its traditional partners like Europe and India. It would not be a complete miscalculation to see the US and China as partners, if not allies. Theirs is a managed rivalry that compartmentalises issues such as the US-Iran war and the AI arms race, and both want a stable, bilateral truce that protects their supply chains and markets. For India, the real risk is treating either one as a reliable friend. Washington's envoy Christopher Landau publicly stated that the United States will not repeat its "China mistake" with India. Yet the US remains India's key partner for markets, technology and defence, but since 2025 it is evident Washington will use that dependence as leverage. China has benefited from Trump's pressure on India, pushing Delhi toward it. India and China held border talks in Beijing in August and agreed to keep seeking a settlement, with the next round in India in 2027; though China's relations with Pakistan have not changed. Following the recent Trump–Xi "G2" summit in Washington, New Delhi has become vocal about Washington's persistent tariff threat. Last week, at an event in New York, Indian Foreign Minister S Jaishankar called Washington an insensitive partner to India’s concerns over “terrorism”, pointing to its warming relations with Pakistan and its “self-centred” trade policies. The shift reflects a central tenet of realist International Relations: there are no eternal allies or perpetual enemies, only eternal and perpetual interests. Also Read: Germany pledges €1.3 billion aid to Ukraine during Merz's Kyiv visit A Democratic House may favour India Even so, a bipartisan gathering of the Senate India Caucus on Capitol Hill on October 1, 2026, underscored that mainstream Democrats view India as an irreplaceable security anchor in the Indo-Pacific. Despite the ideological differences, a Democratic House might favour India over China and act as a legislative buffer against erratic executive policies. Sanctions, though, are a different matter. India is using the finalisation of its long-delayed bilateral trade deal with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer as leverage. But the US could try to force India to concede its leverage with the Russian oil sanctions, which kick in October 18, before the midterms or a new House could be sworn in. The House has paved the way for legislation allowing up to 100% tariffs on buyers of Russian oil. The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 was passed with overwhelming bipartisan support. So India is unlikely to get any concession on Russian oil from Democrats. Both India and China are expected to keep buying anyway, so it will remain a developing issue once control shifts. Even without a House majority, Trump will retain his executive power and dictate foreign policy, so volatility might continue.

US midterm elections could reshape India's ties with Washington as Democrats eye House gains, potentially limiting Trump's tariffs despite tensions with Modi.

US midterms: Could a Democratic House be good for India?

US President Donald Trump may experience a surprise in his political journey as the mid-term election approaches and is scheduled for November 3. Voters across the country will decide whether the Republican alliance will retain control of Congress, or Democrats will return to the majority. Several reports suggest that the Democrats are favoured to take back control of the House of Representatives, and most likely the Senate. Turning to the Senate's seven-race cluster, the mid-term election races are expected to face high competition. With a three-seat majority and Vice President JD Vance holding the tie-breaking vote, Democrats are required to gain four seats to flip control. Ahead of weeks for Election Day, the fight for the Senate has now shifted to "a pure toss-up" for the first time since early June, according to Decision Desk HQ's forecast.<h3>The Seven Seats That Actually Matter</h3>Of the 35 seats on the ballot this November, the Cook Political Report currently rates seven as true toss-ups. Of those, two are held by Democrats, and five are held by Republicans, which include Alaska, Iowa, Maine, Michigan, New Hampshire, Ohio, and Texas. Every other race, however loudly contested, is effectively priced in; control of the chamber will be decided inside this narrow cluster. Few expected Alaska to be competitive, but betting markets and election forecasters now show Democrat Mary Peltola favoured over Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan, with DDHQ giving her a 61 per cent chance and prediction markets putting her even higher.&nbsp;Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-afraid-of-death-flydubai-co-pilot-tells-probe-team-confesses-he-wanted-to-crash-jet-1791125529918"> ‘Not afraid of death,’ flydubai co-pilot tells probe team, confesses he wanted to crash jet</a><h3>Iowa and Ohio: Open Seats, Tightening Polls</h3>In Iowa, a late-September Fox News poll showed Democrat Josh Turek narrowly ahead of Republican Ashley Hinson 49-47, even as other pollsters showed the race essentially tied, tight enough that Sabato's Crystal Ball moved the state from "Leans Republican" to "Toss-up" in September, aligning it with Cook and Inside Elections.<h3>Maine and Michigan: The Incumbent Problem and the Open-Seat Scramble</h3>Maine presents a different kind of test. Republican Susan Collins has weathered nearly 30 years of challenges, but Democrats believe a blue-leaning state combined with an unpopular president finally gives them their opening, against an opponent whose progressive politics remain untested in Maine's purple-tinted electorate. Michigan, meanwhile, is an open-seat free-for-all, with Republicans rallying around former congressman Mike Rogers, who lost narrowly to now-Senator Elissa Slotkin in 2024.<h3>Texas: The Race Nobody Saw Coming</h3>Perhaps the biggest surprise of the cycle is Texas. Scandal-plagued Attorney General Ken Paxton's nomination transformed what should have been a safe Republican hold into the marquee toss-up of the cycle, with six of the most recent public polls showing Democrat James Talarico leading in a state Democrats haven't carried statewide since 1994.

Ahead of weeks for Election Day, the fight for the Senate has now shifted to "a pure toss-up" for the first time since early June, according to Decision Desk HQ's forecast.

US President Donald Trump may experience a surprise in his political journey as the mid-term election approaches and is scheduled for November 3. Voters across the country will decide whether the Republican alliance will retain control of Congress, or Democrats will return to the majority. Several reports suggest that the Democrats are favoured to take back control of the House of Representatives, and most likely the Senate. Turning to the Senate's seven-race cluster, the mid-term election races are expected to face high competition. With a three-seat majority and Vice President JD Vance holding the tie-breaking vote, Democrats are required to gain four seats to flip control. Ahead of weeks for Election Day, the fight for the Senate has now shifted to "a pure toss-up" for the first time since early June, according to Decision Desk HQ's forecast. The Seven Seats That Actually Matter Of the 35 seats on the ballot this November, the Cook Political Report currently rates seven as true toss-ups. Of those, two are held by Democrats, and five are held by Republicans, which include Alaska, Iowa, Maine, Michigan, New Hampshire, Ohio, and Texas. Every other race, however loudly contested, is effectively priced in; control of the chamber will be decided inside this narrow cluster. Few expected Alaska to be competitive, but betting markets and election forecasters now show Democrat Mary Peltola favoured over Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan, with DDHQ giving her a 61 per cent chance and prediction markets putting her even higher. Also read: ‘Not afraid of death,’ flydubai co-pilot tells probe team, confesses he wanted to crash jet Iowa and Ohio: Open Seats, Tightening Polls In Iowa, a late-September Fox News poll showed Democrat Josh Turek narrowly ahead of Republican Ashley Hinson 49-47, even as other pollsters showed the race essentially tied, tight enough that Sabato's Crystal Ball moved the state from "Leans Republican" to "Toss-up" in September, aligning it with Cook and Inside Elections. Maine and Michigan: The Incumbent Problem and the Open-Seat Scramble Maine presents a different kind of test. Republican Susan Collins has weathered nearly 30 years of challenges, but Democrats believe a blue-leaning state combined with an unpopular president finally gives them their opening, against an opponent whose progressive politics remain untested in Maine's purple-tinted electorate. Michigan, meanwhile, is an open-seat free-for-all, with Republicans rallying around former congressman Mike Rogers, who lost narrowly to now-Senator Elissa Slotkin in 2024. Texas: The Race Nobody Saw Coming Perhaps the biggest surprise of the cycle is Texas. Scandal-plagued Attorney General Ken Paxton's nomination transformed what should have been a safe Republican hold into the marquee toss-up of the cycle, with six of the most recent public polls showing Democrat James Talarico leading in a state Democrats haven't carried statewide since 1994.

Ahead of weeks for Election Day, the fight for the Senate has now shifted to "a pure toss-up" for the first time since early June, according to Decision Desk HQ's forecast.

Senate's seven-race cluster: Inside math that could decide chamber in mid-term election 2026

Two people were killed and around 35 others were injured in a mass shooting at a homecoming party in Vienna, Georgia, early Sunday, when more than 1,000 people had gathered around Pine Street for the weekend festivities, said officials.&nbsp;&nbsp;The shooting took place at around 1.25 am during a block party attended by more than 1,000 people, while deputies were monitoring the crowd, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation said, as per US media reports.Dooly County Coroner Brett Walls confirmed that the victims were men aged 20 and 23. The identities of the two people killed have not yet been released.&nbsp;Dooly County Sheriff Craig Peavy said at least 25 people were taken to hospitals and gunfire was reported at two locations about a block apart.&nbsp;The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is assisting local authorities with the probe.Authorities have not disclosed details about a possible suspect or what may have triggered the shooting.&nbsp;In another high-profile mass shooting in the US over the weekend, a 12-year-old girl was shot and killed and three others were wounded after gunfire evidently broke out over a parking spot in a Baltimore park on Saturday, officials said.Baltimore police commissioner Richard Worley said two suspects were being sought after two different types of gun cartridges were found at the scene of the violence near a youth football event at Leon Day Park.“The dispute most likely occurred from a stupid parking spot, and they get into a fight, and the two cowards pull guns on each other,” Worley said at a Saturday night news conference.&nbsp;Worley said the 12-year-old girl who was killed in that case was a bystander at a nearby field, who was hit when one of the shooters “fired multiple rounds”.&nbsp;The 12-year-old girl was pronounced dead at the scene.About 355 mass shootings have been reported in the US so far this year as of Sunday, according to the Gun Violence Archive, a nonpartisan reference resource that defines mass shootings as cases in which at least four victims are killed or wounded.

The shooting took place at around 1.25 am during a block party attended by more than 1,000 people, while deputies were monitoring the crowd. Authorities have not disclosed details about a possible suspect or what may have triggered the shooting.

Two people were killed and around 35 others were injured in a mass shooting at a homecoming party in Vienna, Georgia, early Sunday, when more than 1,000 people had gathered around Pine Street for the weekend festivities, said officials. The shooting took place at around 1.25 am during a block party attended by more than 1,000 people, while deputies were monitoring the crowd, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation said, as per US media reports. Dooly County Coroner Brett Walls confirmed that the victims were men aged 20 and 23. The identities of the two people killed have not yet been released. Dooly County Sheriff Craig Peavy said at least 25 people were taken to hospitals and gunfire was reported at two locations about a block apart. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) is assisting local authorities with the probe. Authorities have not disclosed details about a possible suspect or what may have triggered the shooting. In another high-profile mass shooting in the US over the weekend, a 12-year-old girl was shot and killed and three others were wounded after gunfire evidently broke out over a parking spot in a Baltimore park on Saturday, officials said. Baltimore police commissioner Richard Worley said two suspects were being sought after two different types of gun cartridges were found at the scene of the violence near a youth football event at Leon Day Park. “The dispute most likely occurred from a stupid parking spot, and they get into a fight, and the two cowards pull guns on each other,” Worley said at a Saturday night news conference. Worley said the 12-year-old girl who was killed in that case was a bystander at a nearby field, who was hit when one of the shooters “fired multiple rounds”. The 12-year-old girl was pronounced dead at the scene. About 355 mass shootings have been reported in the US so far this year as of Sunday, according to the Gun Violence Archive, a nonpartisan reference resource that defines mass shootings as cases in which at least four victims are killed or wounded.

The shooting took place at around 1.25 am during a block party attended by more than 1,000 people, while deputies were monitoring the crowd. Authorities have not disclosed details about a possible suspect or what may have triggered the shooting.

At least two killed, over 30 injured in shooting at homecoming party of over 1,000 in US

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has committed military and energy assistance of more than €1.3 billion ($1.5 billion) to Ukraine during his high-level visit to Kyiv. The surprise visit of Merz also coincided with Russian strikes on northern bridges in Kyiv over the Dnipro River on the morning of Sunday, October 4, 2026. The newly announced package contains €1 billion ($1.13 billion) in military aid and approximately €350 million ($396 million) in energy infrastructure support.The military aid prioritises long-range strike capabilities, layered air defence, combat drones, and space-based satellite communications. It also accelerates assembly lines for the transfer of 1000 newly developed interceptors designed to destroy jet-powered Shahed strike drones. The energy infrastructure support was announced to reinforce the Ukrainian power sector ahead of winter, such as purchasing mobile generators, repairing damaged electrical substations, and restoring transmission infrastructure.“We are facing what may be a very difficult winter. Moscow is deliberately targeting energy supply infrastructure – thermal power plants, substations, fuel stations, and railway infrastructure,” Merz said.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-jay-clayton-white-house-ai-czar-super-intelligence-force-1791118597057">Trump names intelligence chief Jay Clayton as new White House AI czar</a>“The goal is entirely obvious: to break the morale of Ukrainians. Despite the attack that occurred this morning, I see here a determined people and a determined government.”“To date, we have 15 agreements and documents, and most of them concern security cooperation, manufacturing, corresponding procurement, our orders for German industry, and joint projects in Ukraine,” Zelensky said.“The total weight of today’s agreements is more than €8.5 billion.”&nbsp;This agreement allows German defence manufacturers to integrate Ukrainian battlefield lessons directly into joint high-tech production ventures situated on Ukrainian soil.&nbsp;The announcement comes during Merz's visit, which had not been publicly announced beforehand. Russia in October has increased the intensity of attacks in Ukraine, targeting civilian bridges and other infrastructure in Kyiv as well as power infrastructure. Alongside Merz was Economy Minister Katherina Reiche, as well as around ten representatives of German companies from the defence and energy sectors.“Together with France and Great Britain, we want to hold a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing in Berlin this winter, particularly to coordinate further assistance,” said the German Chancellor.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced more than €1.3 billion in military and energy aid for Ukraine during his surprise visit to Kyiv amid Russian strikes.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has committed military and energy assistance of more than €1.3 billion ($1.5 billion) to Ukraine during his high-level visit to Kyiv. The surprise visit of Merz also coincided with Russian strikes on northern bridges in Kyiv over the Dnipro River on the morning of Sunday, October 4, 2026. The newly announced package contains €1 billion ($1.13 billion) in military aid and approximately €350 million ($396 million) in energy infrastructure support. The military aid prioritises long-range strike capabilities, layered air defence, combat drones, and space-based satellite communications. It also accelerates assembly lines for the transfer of 1000 newly developed interceptors designed to destroy jet-powered Shahed strike drones. The energy infrastructure support was announced to reinforce the Ukrainian power sector ahead of winter, such as purchasing mobile generators, repairing damaged electrical substations, and restoring transmission infrastructure. “We are facing what may be a very difficult winter. Moscow is deliberately targeting energy supply infrastructure – thermal power plants, substations, fuel stations, and railway infrastructure,” Merz said. Also Read: Trump names intelligence chief Jay Clayton as new White House AI czar “The goal is entirely obvious: to break the morale of Ukrainians. Despite the attack that occurred this morning, I see here a determined people and a determined government.” “To date, we have 15 agreements and documents, and most of them concern security cooperation, manufacturing, corresponding procurement, our orders for German industry, and joint projects in Ukraine,” Zelensky said. “The total weight of today’s agreements is more than €8.5 billion.” This agreement allows German defence manufacturers to integrate Ukrainian battlefield lessons directly into joint high-tech production ventures situated on Ukrainian soil. The announcement comes during Merz's visit, which had not been publicly announced beforehand. Russia in October has increased the intensity of attacks in Ukraine, targeting civilian bridges and other infrastructure in Kyiv as well as power infrastructure. Alongside Merz was Economy Minister Katherina Reiche, as well as around ten representatives of German companies from the defence and energy sectors. “Together with France and Great Britain, we want to hold a meeting of the Coalition of the Willing in Berlin this winter, particularly to coordinate further assistance,” said the German Chancellor.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced more than €1.3 billion in military and energy aid for Ukraine during his surprise visit to Kyiv amid Russian strikes.

Germany pledges €1.3 billion aid to Ukraine during Merz's Kyiv visit

In a chilling confession, the 29-year-old flydubai co-pilot, who allegedly attacked Captain Smit Machchhar with a crash axe and tried to crash the passenger aircraft carrying more than 170 people, mostly Israelis, told investigators during the probe after his arrest that he wanted to deliberately bring down the plane and was not afraid of death, reported The Wall Street Journal.&nbsp;Hamam al-Hammami confessed during interrogation that he intended to intentionally crash the aircraft and said he was “not afraid of dying,” said the report, citing a Saudi official.&nbsp;The revelations have raised questions on how Hammami returned to the cockpit and flew an international flight on a sensitive route after his interest in extremist websites had previously drawn the attention of authorities.&nbsp;People familiar with the investigation said the authorities are also examining how Hammami was hired by flydubai.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-deliberately-becoming-a-lonelier-power-its-radical-repositioning-reshaping-global-order-eam-jaishankar-1791113399746">‘US deliberately becoming a lonelier power, its radical repositioning reshaping global order’: EAM Jaishankar</a>&nbsp;Hammami got his first aviation job with state-owned Oman Air, which banned him from flying after authorities came to know about his interest in browsing extremist websites.&nbsp;He was sent to undergo a deradicalisation programme and was given a desk job, but he later managed to get employed in the United Arab Emirates. Flydubai hired him in February 2026. It remains unclear what information about his earlier history was available to the airline or whether Oman was ever asked to provide it.&nbsp;<h2>Deleted social media posts reveal extremist views</h2>&nbsp;The WSJ report further said that more than 3,000 screenshots of posts from Hammami’s deleted X account are available through the Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine.In several posts, Hammami rejected the idea of women working and expressed his preference for religious women who wore the veil.&nbsp;In a December 2021 post, Hammami wrote in Arabic that he had created a fake account pretending to be Syrian or Lebanese and contacted Saudi women and said he was astonished that some women “cheapen themselves” by sending their pictures.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/al-qaeda-linked-magazine-calls-for-flydubai-like-attacks-1791113268931">Al Qaeda linked magazine calls for flydubai like attacks</a>&nbsp;In another post, he said he had been rejected by a woman who wanted to work as a barista instead of becoming a homemaker.“I have a rule that my wife doesn’t work,” he wrote.&nbsp;Several posts retrieved through Google image cache appeared to have been published on his now-deleted Instagram account on the day of the attack.&nbsp;One showed a trail of lights connecting the Muslim holy sites of Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem, accompanied by a nationalist 19th-century Arabic poem by Egyptian poet Mahmoud Sami al-Baroudi.The poem reads, “My heart is steadfast, and my soul is free. It refuses disgrace, and my sword is sharp. Why, then, should a man fear the parting of his soul? Is not the end of life, after all, separation?”<h2>What happened on flydubai Flight 1073</h2>&nbsp;The flydubai Flight 1073 departed Dubai at 0305 GMT, carrying more than 170 passengers and crew, most of them Israeli.At 0521 GMT, while the aircraft was in Saudi airspace, it made a sudden sharp turn and plunged towards the ground twice before stabilising.During one dive, the jet lost more than 16,000 feet in just over 30 seconds.The aircraft subsequently issued distress signals indicating an emergency and unlawful interference before changing course over Jordanian airspace and diverting to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/india-s-external-affairs-minister-dr-s-jaishankar-speaking-at-the-62nd-munich-security-conference-1791116622002">India’s foreign minister Jaishankar warns energy shocks from conflicts are hitting jobs, kitchens</a>&nbsp;A woman first noticed the commotion in the cockpit when the captain opened the door and alerted passengers.&nbsp;At least four passengers rushed towards the cockpit, attacked Hammami and restrained him.&nbsp;<h2>Probe focused on motive, links to Iran &nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;The UAE prosecutor general has described the co-pilot’s actions as an attempted “terrorist attack”, while investigators are still examining the precise motive and circumstances.&nbsp;Born to an Omani father and Syrian mother, Hammami spent part of his youth in Syria during the country’s civil war.&nbsp;According to people familiar with the investigation cited by the WSJ, authorities are examining whether he began to radicalise while there, when Islamist rebels were fighting Bashar al-Assad's government.&nbsp;The UAE, Saudi Arabia and Israel are investigating whether he acted alone or had links to outside groups, especially Iran.

The UAE prosecutor general described Hamam al-Hammami’s actions as an attempted terrorist attack, while investigators are examining the precise motive and circumstances. Born to an Omani father and Syrian mother, Hammami spent part of his youth in Syria during the country’s civil war.

In a chilling confession, the 29-year-old flydubai co-pilot, who allegedly attacked Captain Smit Machchhar with a crash axe and tried to crash the passenger aircraft carrying more than 170 people, mostly Israelis, told investigators during the probe after his arrest that he wanted to deliberately bring down the plane and was not afraid of death, reported The Wall Street Journal. Hamam al-Hammami confessed during interrogation that he intended to intentionally crash the aircraft and said he was “not afraid of dying,” said the report, citing a Saudi official. The revelations have raised questions on how Hammami returned to the cockpit and flew an international flight on a sensitive route after his interest in extremist websites had previously drawn the attention of authorities. People familiar with the investigation said the authorities are also examining how Hammami was hired by flydubai. Also Read: ‘US deliberately becoming a lonelier power, its radical repositioning reshaping global order’: EAM Jaishankar Hammami got his first aviation job with state-owned Oman Air, which banned him from flying after authorities came to know about his interest in browsing extremist websites. He was sent to undergo a deradicalisation programme and was given a desk job, but he later managed to get employed in the United Arab Emirates. Flydubai hired him in February 2026. It remains unclear what information about his earlier history was available to the airline or whether Oman was ever asked to provide it. Deleted social media posts reveal extremist views The WSJ report further said that more than 3,000 screenshots of posts from Hammami’s deleted X account are available through the Internet Archive’s Wayback Machine. In several posts, Hammami rejected the idea of women working and expressed his preference for religious women who wore the veil. In a December 2021 post, Hammami wrote in Arabic that he had created a fake account pretending to be Syrian or Lebanese and contacted Saudi women and said he was astonished that some women “cheapen themselves” by sending their pictures. Also Read: Al Qaeda linked magazine calls for flydubai like attacks In another post, he said he had been rejected by a woman who wanted to work as a barista instead of becoming a homemaker. “I have a rule that my wife doesn’t work,” he wrote. Several posts retrieved through Google image cache appeared to have been published on his now-deleted Instagram account on the day of the attack. One showed a trail of lights connecting the Muslim holy sites of Mecca, Medina and Jerusalem, accompanied by a nationalist 19th-century Arabic poem by Egyptian poet Mahmoud Sami al-Baroudi. The poem reads, “My heart is steadfast, and my soul is free. It refuses disgrace, and my sword is sharp. Why, then, should a man fear the parting of his soul? Is not the end of life, after all, separation?” What happened on flydubai Flight 1073 The flydubai Flight 1073 departed Dubai at 0305 GMT, carrying more than 170 passengers and crew, most of them Israeli. At 0521 GMT, while the aircraft was in Saudi airspace, it made a sudden sharp turn and plunged towards the ground twice before stabilising. During one dive, the jet lost more than 16,000 feet in just over 30 seconds. The aircraft subsequently issued distress signals indicating an emergency and unlawful interference before changing course over Jordanian airspace and diverting to Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. Also Read: India’s foreign minister Jaishankar warns energy shocks from conflicts are hitting jobs, kitchens A woman first noticed the commotion in the cockpit when the captain opened the door and alerted passengers. At least four passengers rushed towards the cockpit, attacked Hammami and restrained him. Probe focused on motive, links to Iran The UAE prosecutor general has described the co-pilot’s actions as an attempted “terrorist attack”, while investigators are still examining the precise motive and circumstances. Born to an Omani father and Syrian mother, Hammami spent part of his youth in Syria during the country’s civil war. According to people familiar with the investigation cited by the WSJ, authorities are examining whether he began to radicalise while there, when Islamist rebels were fighting Bashar al-Assad's government. The UAE, Saudi Arabia and Israel are investigating whether he acted alone or had links to outside groups, especially Iran.

The UAE prosecutor general described Hamam al-Hammami’s actions as an attempted terrorist attack, while investigators are examining the precise motive and circumstances. Born to an Omani father and Syrian mother, Hammami spent part of his youth in Syria during the country’s civil war.

‘Not afraid of death': Flydubai co-pilot tells probe team, 'planned to crash into Tel Aviv tower, Ben Gurion'

US President Donald Trump has named Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton as the new White House AI czar. He will be leading the White House task force, also known as “Super Intelligence Force,” or SI — created to check the response to artificial intelligence amid growing concerns about the risks of this rapidly evolving technology, reported the Wall Street Journal, citing an unnamed White House official. The task force will have 120 days to research and report on AI’s risks and opportunities, and offer recommendations on the Federal Government's role and responsibilities regarding the new technology.&nbsp;In a post on the Truth Social Platform, Trump said that Clayton and Super Intelligence Force will work “to ensure that America continues to lead the World in Super Intelligence, which many say is bigger than the Industrial Revolution, and the Internet, and will protect the interests, and improve the lives, of all Americans.”“The Super Intelligence Force will coordinate the Federal Government’s engagement with Consumers, Public Interest Groups, Religious Organisations, Critical Infrastructure Providers, and Super Intelligence Companies,” said Trump in a Truth Social post on Sunday.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/friedrich-merz-kyiv-visit-russia-massive-airstrikes-warning-1791112883040">Germany's Merz visits Kyiv after Russia warns of ‘massive’ airstrikes</a>The Special Intelligence Force will include – Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew Ferguson; the Defence Department’s Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering and Chief Technology Officer, Emil Michael; and Scott Kupor, director of the Office of Personnel Management. The task force will report to Trump and his chief of staff, Susie Wiles, the president said.The announcement comes just days after US President Donald Trump and House leader Mike Johnson held a meeting with AI leaders at the White House. The AI developers signed onto an agreement of voluntary safety standards that Trump said was “morally binding.”<h2>Who is Jay Clayton?</h2>Jay Clayton was appointed Director of National Intelligence of the United States in August by Trump and will replace White House AI and crypto czar David Sacks. He holds a comparatively richer federal resume and deep experience navigating Washington bureaucracy. He brings Cabinet-level seniority to the AI portfolio as the active Director of National Intelligence, having previously run the SEC in Trump's first term and served as a US Attorney. A close confidant of the US President, Donald Trump and a regular golf partner, national security and legal expert rather than a Silicon Valley venture capitalist. Despite his closeness to the Washington bureaucracy, he is also trusted by Silicon Valley tech bosses due to his business-friendly, Wall Street background.

Donald Trump has appointed Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton to lead the White House's new Super Intelligence Force and assess AI risks and opportunities.

US President Donald Trump has named Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton as the new White House AI czar. He will be leading the White House task force, also known as “Super Intelligence Force,” or SI — created to check the response to artificial intelligence amid growing concerns about the risks of this rapidly evolving technology, reported the Wall Street Journal, citing an unnamed White House official. The task force will have 120 days to research and report on AI’s risks and opportunities, and offer recommendations on the Federal Government's role and responsibilities regarding the new technology. In a post on the Truth Social Platform, Trump said that Clayton and Super Intelligence Force will work “to ensure that America continues to lead the World in Super Intelligence, which many say is bigger than the Industrial Revolution, and the Internet, and will protect the interests, and improve the lives, of all Americans.” “The Super Intelligence Force will coordinate the Federal Government’s engagement with Consumers, Public Interest Groups, Religious Organisations, Critical Infrastructure Providers, and Super Intelligence Companies,” said Trump in a Truth Social post on Sunday. Also Read: Germany's Merz visits Kyiv after Russia warns of ‘massive’ airstrikes The Special Intelligence Force will include – Federal Trade Commission Chairman Andrew Ferguson; the Defence Department’s Under Secretary of War for Research and Engineering and Chief Technology Officer, Emil Michael; and Scott Kupor, director of the Office of Personnel Management. The task force will report to Trump and his chief of staff, Susie Wiles, the president said. The announcement comes just days after US President Donald Trump and House leader Mike Johnson held a meeting with AI leaders at the White House. The AI developers signed onto an agreement of voluntary safety standards that Trump said was “morally binding.” Who is Jay Clayton? Jay Clayton was appointed Director of National Intelligence of the United States in August by Trump and will replace White House AI and crypto czar David Sacks. He holds a comparatively richer federal resume and deep experience navigating Washington bureaucracy. He brings Cabinet-level seniority to the AI portfolio as the active Director of National Intelligence, having previously run the SEC in Trump's first term and served as a US Attorney. A close confidant of the US President, Donald Trump and a regular golf partner, national security and legal expert rather than a Silicon Valley venture capitalist. Despite his closeness to the Washington bureaucracy, he is also trusted by Silicon Valley tech bosses due to his business-friendly, Wall Street background.

Donald Trump has appointed Director of National Intelligence Jay Clayton to lead the White House's new Super Intelligence Force and assess AI risks and opportunities.

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