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On Monday (June 30), External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar was in Headquarters in New York where he inaugurated an exhibition. It highlighted the toll terrorist acts around the world, he said, addressing the event named ‘The Human Cost of Terrorism’. India had faced an act of terrorism that shook the country on April 22. The dastardly attack in Pahalgam claimed 26 lives and was traced to Pakistani-sponsored terrorism. Lashkar-e-Taiba's (LeT) offshoot, The Resistant Front (TRF) has claimed responsibility for the attack. The latter was mentioned in all Operation Sindoor briefings, an operation that was launched in retaliation for the horrific attack on Indian tourists.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | New York, US | External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar says, &quot;...This exhibition is a reminder for the challenge before us...Terrorism is a threat to peace everywhere...&quot; <a href="https://t.co/e3ucedxpqN">pic.twitter.com/e3ucedxpqN</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1939705402947699074?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Talking at the exhibition, Jaishankar said, “The world must come together on some basic concepts – no impunity for terrorists, no treating them as proxies and no yielding to nuclear… Any state sponsorship must be exposed. This exhibition is a reminder for the challenge before us…Terrorism is a threat to peace everywhere."&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jaishankar-slams-pakistan-backs-rajnath-singh-s-decision-of-not-signing-sco-joint-statement-1751009205178">Jaishankar slams Pakistan, backs Rajnath Singh's decision of not signing SCO joint statement</a> &nbsp; “This exhibition is a humble yet resolute effort to give voice to those who can no longer speak, a tribute to those who have been taken from us, and a reminder of lives devastated by the scourge of terrorism. Through this gathering, we express solidarity with the families and loved ones of the victims of terrorism. This pain serves as a stark reminder of&nbsp;the urgent need for our shared responsibility to combat all forms of terrorism," Jaishankar added.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/operation-sindoor-indian-eam-jaishankar-speaks-with-counterparts-in-europe-and-asia-to-discuss-strikes-on-pakistan-9045720">Operation Sindoor: Indian EAM Jaishankar speaks with counterparts in Europe and Asia to discuss strikes on Pakistan</a> &nbsp; Ministry of External Affairs in a statement mentioned that the ‘exhibition will highlight the devastating toll of heinous terrorist acts around the world, and the steps taken by the international community to combat terrorism.’

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar was in Headquarters in New York where he inaugurated an exhibition. It highlighted the toll terrorist acts around the world, he said, addressing the event named ‘The Human Cost of Terrorism’. 

On Monday (June 30), External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar was in Headquarters in New York where he inaugurated an exhibition. It highlighted the toll terrorist acts around the world, he said, addressing the event named ‘The Human Cost of Terrorism’. India had faced an act of terrorism that shook the country on April 22. The dastardly attack in Pahalgam claimed 26 lives and was traced to Pakistani-sponsored terrorism. Lashkar-e-Taiba's (LeT) offshoot, The Resistant Front (TRF) has claimed responsibility for the attack. The latter was mentioned in all Operation Sindoor briefings, an operation that was launched in retaliation for the horrific attack on Indian tourists.

External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar was in Headquarters in New York where he inaugurated an exhibition. It highlighted the toll terrorist acts around the world, he said, addressing the event named ‘The Human Cost of Terrorism’.

'Any state sponsorship must be exposed' says S Jaishankar at UN's anti-terrorism exhibition

Amid India's continued humanitarian assistance to Afghans, India last week organised a five-day "Jaipur Foot" camp was organised in Kabul. The camp was organised by Jaipur-based NGO Shree Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti (BMVSS) which is known for providing artificial limbs, calipers and other assistive devices. India's Ministry of External Affairs, in a statement, said that the "camp saw an enthusiastic response".&nbsp;Hafiz Umari, an Afghan national, took to social media and said, "Due to the efforts of Minister Dr. Sahib Ahrar and other officials, Indian doctors have fitted artificial limbs for 100 disabled Afghan citizens in Kabul".&nbsp;&nbsp;But he added, "Many more individuals in Afghanistan remain in need of prosthetics, and it seems this program is nearing its conclusion. We call on the authorities to engage with India to prolong this initiative, so that more disabled Afghans who still lack proper artificial limbs can benefit from this important support".

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D9%85%D9%87%D9%85%D9%87?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#مهمه</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/%D8%BA%D9%88%DA%9A%D8%AA%D9%86%D9%87?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#غوښتنه</a> د هند او افغانستان تعلقات دې دائمي او پراخ شي!!! د ځوان وزیر ډاکتر صاحب احرار او نورو مسؤلینو په هڅو د هند هېواد د ډاکترانو له لوري کابل کې 100 تنه معلولو هېوادواللو ته مصنوعي پښې جوړي شوې. دا چې یاده پروسه لنډمهاله وه او داسې بریښي چې پای ته رسېدلې ده. زموږ زیات… <a href="https://t.co/Grkvokh4LP">pic.twitter.com/Grkvokh4LP</a>&mdash; Hafiz Umari (@HafizUmari313) <a href="https://twitter.com/HafizUmari313/status/1939392009413754967?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

This is not the first such camp organised by India in partnership with BMVSS. In the past, both sides in cooperation organised camps in countries like Malawi, Iraq, Nepal, Egypt, Bangladesh, Ethiopia, Syria etc. In October 2018, the ‘India for Humanity’ initiative was launched to commemorate the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi and under this NGO Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti popularly known as "Jaipur Foot" provded year-long series of artificial limb fitment camps in a number of countries.&nbsp;India has been reaching out to Afghanistan, especially with humanitarian support. India has so far dispatched several shipments consisting of 50,000 MTs of wheat, 300 tons of medicines, 27 tons of earthquake relief aid, 40,000 litres of pesticides, 100 million polio doses, 1.5 million doses of COVID Vaccine, 11,000 units of hygiene kits for the drug de-addiction programme, 500 units of winter clothing and 1.2 tons of stationery kits, etc. In response to the request from the Afghan side, India has agreed to provide further material support in the first instance to the health sector and for the rehabilitation of refugees.

Amid India's continued humanitarian assistance to Afghans, India last week organised a five-day "Jaipur Foot" camp was organised in Kabul. 

Amid India's continued humanitarian assistance to Afghans, India last week organised a five-day "Jaipur Foot" camp was organised in Kabul. The camp was organised by Jaipur-based NGO Shree Bhagwan Mahaveer Viklang Sahayata Samiti (BMVSS) which is known for providing artificial limbs, calipers and other assistive devices. India's Ministry of External Affairs, in a statement, said that the "camp saw an enthusiastic response". Hafiz Umari, an Afghan national, took to social media and said, "Due to the efforts of Minister Dr. Sahib Ahrar and other officials, Indian doctors have fitted artificial limbs for 100 disabled Afghan citizens in Kabul". But he added, "Many more individuals in Afghanistan remain in need of prosthetics, and it seems this program is nearing its conclusion. We call on the authorities to engage with India to prolong this initiative, so that more disabled Afghans who still lack proper artificial limbs can benefit from this important support".

Amid India's continued humanitarian assistance to Afghans, India last week organised a five-day "Jaipur Foot" camp was organised in Kabul.&nbsp;

India provides prosthetic limbs to Afghans

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed the reporters during the briefing on Monday (June 30). Speaking about Trump's effect on the economy, Karoline said, “This is a president who was a businessman first and he knows what he's doing. He has a proven economic formula that worked in his first term and it's working again.”

US President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social. He said, “Jerome “Too Late” Powell, and his entire Board, should be ashamed of themselves for allowing this to happen to the United States. They have one of the easiest, yet most prestigious, jobs in America, and they have FAILED — And continue to do so. If they were doing their job properly, our Country would be saving Trillions of Dollars in Interest Cost. The Board just sits there and watches, so they are equally to blame. We should be paying 1% Interest, or better!”&nbsp;On being asked about what is the President's confidence level in getting 218 votes in the house by the end of this week in order for him to sign it on Friday, Karoline replied by saying, "Well, we are very well aware, the President is very well aware that this needs to not only pass out of the senate, but it needs to go back to the House and we need the full weight of the Republican conference to get behind the bill. And we expect them to and we are confident that they will. The President has been working hand-in-hand with Senate Majority Leader Thune and also our House Republican leader — or the Speaker of the House, I’m sorry — Mike Johnson. Both of whom will be at the White House today to meet with the president yet again. I believe they were here this morning actually.”&nbsp;“1.4 million illegals will be off of Medicaid if Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill passes,” she further added.&nbsp;Meanwhile, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt during the press briefing on Monday (June 30) also confirmed that President Donald Trump will going to the opening of Alligator Alcatraz in Florida on Tuesday (July 1).

Jerome you are as usual too late Trumps message to Fed chair Powell

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed the reporters during the briefing on Monday (June 30). Speaking about Trump's effect on the economy, Karoline said, “This is a president who was a businessman first and he knows what he's doing. He has a proven economic formula that worked in his first term and it's working again.”

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Investigators believe the suspect intentionally set a brush fire on Canfield Mountain on Sunday before opening fire on responding firefighters, killing two and injuring a third. 'Willful participant in anti-Semitic harassment': Harvard at risk of losing ALL federal funds after Trump admin accuses it of antisemitism Harvard University is facing the threat of a complete loss of federal funding after a Trump administration task force found it failed to protect Jewish students from harassment and discrimination. The investigation concluded the Ivy League institution breached civil rights laws, putting its federal funding in jeopardy unless it makes immediate changes. Shefali Jariwala's death: Anti-aging treatment, low BP suspected as causes of death even as post-mortem report is awaited Shefali Jariwala’s sudden death on Friday night has left the entire country in shock. The 42-year-old star was best known for starring in the hit music video Kaanta Laga. She had also famously featured in Bigg Boss 13 and acted in a few films down south. While the official cause of her death is yet to be revealed, reports state that a sharp drop in blood pressure, followed by a heart attack, may have caused her death. Pak's new Test coach played three IPL seasons with PBKS and KKR despite being of Pakistani origin Pakistan have appointed former all-rounder Azhar Mahmood as the new acting head coach of the Test team - the latest man to get the job in what has become a musical chair of coaches in the Pakistan cricket. Azhar is the seventh person to get the job since 2021 and take over another interim coach Aaqib Javed who had taken over when Jason Gillespie had quit abruptly shortly after white-ball coach Gary Kirsten did the same six months into the job last year.

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Authorities have confirmed the identity of the suspect in the firefighter ambush as 20-year-old Wess Roley, reported CNN, &nbsp;quoting law enforcement official. Investigators believe the suspect intentionally set a brush fire on Canfield Mountain on Sunday before opening fire on responding firefighters, killing two and injuring a third.&nbsp;According to reports, the fire at Canfield Mountain rose to 26 acres as of Monday morning and a haze of smoke was visible lingering in the area.<h2>What happened?</h2>On Sunday morning, US authorities discovered the body of a single gunman who is believed to have ignited a wildfire on Sunday and then opened fire on firefighters battling the blaze in Idaho's northwestern state, killing two. The would-be shooter died with a weapon in his hand on Canfield Mountain in Kootenai County -- a crowded park and hiking destination -- after an hours-long standoff while the fire raged.&nbsp;"On initial information we think that was the sole shooter," Kootenai County Sheriff Robert Norris said during a news conference on Sunday evening, going on to say “there is no threat to the community at this time.” Norris said that the authorities considered the blaze to be "intentional," but did not say what the shooter's identity was.&nbsp;"We do feel that the suspect did initiate the fire and that it was an ambush, and it was not accidental," he said in a press conference. "These firefighters didn't stand a chance."&nbsp;Some 300 law enforcement personnel were sent to the scene. Two of the firefighters were shot and killed, and a third was injured and rushed to hospital for surgery. "He is in stable condition, fighting for his life," Norris said.&nbsp;The attack was done using high-powered rifles, the sheriff informed an earlier news conference.Dense white smoke could be seen billowing over a forested, hilly region on local TV footage. Officials warned on Sunday evening that the fire was still raging.&nbsp;Local fire chief Pat Riley described himself as being "heartbroken" by the attack. He said no evacuations had been made, although the fire was still raging, according to local TV station KHQ. Asked if a concern was whether the fire would spread, he said to KHQ: "Yes there is. To what degree, I can't tell, because we can't get people to where the fire's at."&nbsp;Severe gun violence is widespread throughout the United States, where most states have little preventing the sale of firearms, even though the majority of citizens support more gun control. There have been 189 mass shootings in the US this year, as per the Gun Violence Archive -- four or more individuals shot.&nbsp;Idaho Governor Brad Little called the attack a "heinous direct assault on our courageous firefighters."He said in a social media post he was "heartbroken" by the attack.

Idaho firefighter ambush: Authorities confirm identity of the suspect

Authorities have confirmed the identity of the suspect in the firefighter ambush as 20-year-old Wess Roley, reported CNN, quoting law enforcement official. Investigators believe the suspect intentionally set a brush fire on Canfield Mountain on Sunday before opening fire on responding firefighters, killing two and injuring a third. According to reports, the fire at Canfield Mountain rose to 26 acres as of Monday morning and a haze of smoke was visible lingering in the area. What happened? On Sunday morning, US authorities discovered the body of a single gunman who is believed to have ignited a wildfire on Sunday and then opened fire on firefighters battling the blaze in Idaho's northwestern state, killing two. The would-be shooter died with a weapon in his hand on Canfield Mountain in Kootenai County -- a crowded park and hiking destination -- after an hours-long standoff while the fire raged. "On initial information we think that was the sole shooter," Kootenai County Sheriff Robert Norris said during a news conference on Sunday evening, going on to say “there is no threat to the community at this time.” Norris said that the authorities considered the blaze to be "intentional," but did not say what the shooter's identity was. "We do feel that the suspect did initiate the fire and that it was an ambush, and it was not accidental," he said in a press conference. "These firefighters didn't stand a chance." Some 300 law enforcement personnel were sent to the scene. Two of the firefighters were shot and killed, and a third was injured and rushed to hospital for surgery. "He is in stable condition, fighting for his life," Norris said. The attack was done using high-powered rifles, the sheriff informed an earlier news conference. Dense white smoke could be seen billowing over a forested, hilly region on local TV footage. Officials warned on Sunday evening that the fire was still raging. Local fire chief Pat Riley described himself as being "heartbroken" by the attack. He said no evacuations had been made, although the fire was still raging, according to local TV station KHQ. Asked if a concern was whether the fire would spread, he said to KHQ: "Yes there is. To what degree, I can't tell, because we can't get people to where the fire's at." Severe gun violence is widespread throughout the United States, where most states have little preventing the sale of firearms, even though the majority of citizens support more gun control. There have been 189 mass shootings in the US this year, as per the Gun Violence Archive -- four or more individuals shot. Idaho Governor Brad Little called the attack a "heinous direct assault on our courageous firefighters." He said in a social media post he was "heartbroken" by the attack.

On Sunday (Jun 29), local firefighters responding to a wildfire on Canfield Mountain were ambushed by unknown assailant(s).

Harvard University is facing the threat of a complete loss of federal funding after a Trump administration task force found it failed to protect Jewish students from harassment and discrimination. The investigation concluded the Ivy League institution breached civil rights laws, putting its federal funding in jeopardy unless it makes immediate changes.<h2>Antisemitic harassment allowed to “fester,” says federal probe</h2>A letter sent to Harvard on Monday by a federal task force accused the university of being a “willful participant in anti-Semitic harassment of Jewish students, faculty, and staff.” The investigators said campus officials failed to address growing concerns over antisemitism, allowing it to thrive in Cambridge.The findings mean Harvard has violated federal civil rights laws that require universities to protect students from discrimination based on race or national origin. According to the Associated Press, the letter warned that “failure to institute adequate changes immediately will result in the loss of all federal financial resources.”<h2>Harvard already lost $2.6 billion in federal funds</h2>Even before the release of the investigation, the Trump administration had already cut off more than $2.6 billion in federal funding to Harvard. The funding freeze followed Harvard’s rejection of Trump’s demands for widespread reforms in university hiring practices, governance, and admissions policies.<h2>Foreign students ban deepens conflict</h2>Tensions escalated further when Trump moved to ban Harvard from enrolling international students, revoking the university’s certification under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program. As a result, new foreign students were blocked from joining Harvard, and existing ones faced either transferring or losing their legal immigration status.Trump defended the move by arguing that foreign enrolment was keeping American students out of top schools. “I think they should have a cap of maybe around 15%, not 31%,” he said. “We have people who want to go to Harvard and other schools, but they can’t get in because we have foreign students there.”<h2>Harvard fights back in court</h2>In response, Harvard filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, calling the ban on foreign students unconstitutional and politically motivated. The university accused the administration of using student visa powers as retaliation for refusing to follow its political demands.<h2>Settlement talks underway</h2>Earlier this month, Trump suggested that Harvard may be softening its stance and entering negotiations with his administration. “They have acted extremely appropriately during these negotiations, and appear to be committed to doing what is right,” he wrote on Truth Social.He also hinted that a deal could soon be reached. “If a settlement is made on the basis that is currently being discussed, it will be ‘mindbogglingly’ HISTORIC, and very good for our Country,”&nbsp;Trump&nbsp;posted.

A letter sent to Harvard on Monday by a federal task force accused the university of being a “willful participant in anti-Semitic harassment of Jewish students, faculty, and staff.” 

Harvard University is facing the threat of a complete loss of federal funding after a Trump administration task force found it failed to protect Jewish students from harassment and discrimination. The investigation concluded the Ivy League institution breached civil rights laws, putting its federal funding in jeopardy unless it makes immediate changes. Antisemitic harassment allowed to “fester,” says federal probe A letter sent to Harvard on Monday by a federal task force accused the university of being a “willful participant in anti-Semitic harassment of Jewish students, faculty, and staff.” The investigators said campus officials failed to address growing concerns over antisemitism, allowing it to thrive in Cambridge. The findings mean Harvard has violated federal civil rights laws that require universities to protect students from discrimination based on race or national origin. According to the Associated Press, the letter warned that “failure to institute adequate changes immediately will result in the loss of all federal financial resources.” Harvard already lost $2.6 billion in federal funds Even before the release of the investigation, the Trump administration had already cut off more than $2.6 billion in federal funding to Harvard. The funding freeze followed Harvard’s rejection of Trump’s demands for widespread reforms in university hiring practices, governance, and admissions policies. Foreign students ban deepens conflict Tensions escalated further when Trump moved to ban Harvard from enrolling international students, revoking the university’s certification under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program. As a result, new foreign students were blocked from joining Harvard, and existing ones faced either transferring or losing their legal immigration status. Trump defended the move by arguing that foreign enrolment was keeping American students out of top schools. “I think they should have a cap of maybe around 15%, not 31%,” he said. “We have people who want to go to Harvard and other schools, but they can’t get in because we have foreign students there.” Harvard fights back in court In response, Harvard filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, calling the ban on foreign students unconstitutional and politically motivated. The university accused the administration of using student visa powers as retaliation for refusing to follow its political demands. Settlement talks underway Earlier this month, Trump suggested that Harvard may be softening its stance and entering negotiations with his administration. “They have acted extremely appropriately during these negotiations, and appear to be committed to doing what is right,” he wrote on Truth Social. He also hinted that a deal could soon be reached. “If a settlement is made on the basis that is currently being discussed, it will be ‘mindbogglingly’ HISTORIC, and very good for our Country,” Trump posted.

A letter sent to Harvard on Monday by a federal task force accused the university of being a “willful participant in anti-Semitic harassment of Jewish students, faculty, and staff.”&nbsp;

'Willful participant in anti-Semitic harassment': Harvard at risk of losing ALL federal funds after Trump admin accuses it of antisemitism

Israel's Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology Gila Gamliel put out an AI-made video on social media platform X, titled as ‘Next Year in a Free Tehran’. The video begins with establishing shots of Tehran. It then cuts to showing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife, Sara, walking arm-in-arm down a street. The video further presents footage of Minister Gamliel and her husband, as well as &nbsp;exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi and his wife walking in the same environment. The video ends with Israeli and Iranian imperial flags placed side-by-side.&nbsp;Apart from Gila Gamliel, Sara Netanyahu, every other woman in the video is seen with head coverings, which were enforced by the Islamic Republic of Iran after the revolution that overthrew the shah in 1979.<h2>See the video here:</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">בחזרה לעתיד ... بازگشت به آینده … <a href="https://t.co/6tGB7z939U">pic.twitter.com/6tGB7z939U</a>&mdash; גילה גמליאל - Gila Gamliel (@GilaGamliel) <a href="https://twitter.com/GilaGamliel/status/1939651625187967090?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In 2023, Gamliel received Crown Prince Reza in Israel, where he met representatives and took part in the official opening ceremony to commemorate Holocaust Remembrance Day. Greeting him upon his arrival, Gamliel said, "Together, through a shared vision, we will take the first step in creating bridges and collaborations between the two peoples."&nbsp;Israel and Iran are at a direct war now, but did you know that once upon a time, the two countries had friendly relations, and even cooperated to fight common enemies? For nearly three decades since the formation of Israel in 1948, Iran and Israel had a peaceful relationship. They even helped each other fight common enemies.&nbsp;In the Six-Day War of 1967, Israel fought Egypt, Jordan and Syria. In the war of June 5–10, Israel captured the Sinai Peninsula, Gaza Strip, West Bank, East Jerusalem, and Golan Heights. At the time, Iran was ruled by Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. The Iranian Shah was an ally of the US and had friendly, albeit covert, ties with Israel. Iran exported oil to Israel at the time, and helped Israel with intelligence sharing. Iran played no military role against Israel in this war, one of the first in the long-standing Arab-Israeli conflict.

Back to the future Israeli minister hints at Iran regime change shares AI video showing Netanyahu and Reza Pehlavi

Israel's Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology Gila Gamliel put out an AI-made video on social media platform X, titled as ‘Next Year in a Free Tehran’. The video begins with establishing shots of Tehran. It then cuts to showing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife, Sara, walking arm-in-arm down a street. The video further presents footage of Minister Gamliel and her husband, as well as exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi and his wife walking in the same environment. The video ends with Israeli and Iranian imperial flags placed side-by-side. Apart from Gila Gamliel, Sara Netanyahu, every other woman in the video is seen with head coverings, which were enforced by the Islamic Republic of Iran after the revolution that overthrew the shah in 1979. See the video here:

AI-generated clip features Netanyahu, Minister Gamliel, and Iran’s exiled crown prince walking freely in Tehran, ending with Israeli and Iranian imperial flags side-by-side

'Back to the future': Israeli minister hints at Iran regime change, shares AI video showing Netanyahu and Reza Pehlavi

Ukrainian officials have accused Russian intelligence services of tricking local youth into unknowingly delivering homemade bombs in a secret campaign of sabotage and terror attacks inside Ukraine. The Guardian reported that a 19-year-old named Oleh narrowly avoided death earlier this year after discovering he had been given a bomb instead of a paint can, as promised in a fake job posted on Telegram.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pilot-killed-f-16-downed-russia-shoots-down-ukrainian-f-16-in-biggest-air-attack-how-many-f-16s-kyiv-has-and-why-are-they-crucial-1751213391775">Pilot killed, F-16 downed: Russia shoots down Ukrainian F-16 in BIGGEST air attack - How many F-16s Kyiv has and why are they crucial?</a>He was offered $1,000 to travel from eastern Ukraine to Rivne in the west, collect a bag, and spray paint a message on a police station. When he opened the bag, he found wires, a mobile phone and what appeared to be an improvised explosive device. “I thought it was paint,” Oleh told police, according to case documents seen by the Guardian.<h2>Sabotage campaign targeting western Ukraine</h2>Ukraine’s SBU security service believes this is part of a wider Russian sabotage campaign that began in spring 2023. Artem Dekhtiarenko, an SBU spokesperson, told the Guardian the first wave involved arson attacks on army vehicles and offices. In late 2024, he said, Russia escalated to using bombs delivered by local recruits. “They started the mass recruitment of Ukrainians to plant bombs: in cars, near conscription offices, near police departments,” Dekhtiarenko told the Guardian.More than 700 people have been detained in 2024 for sabotage, terrorism or related charges. Many are poor, unemployed or addicted to drugs. A quarter are reportedly under 18.<h2>Social media jobs, crypto payments, and blackmail</h2>Recruiters contact targets via Telegram, posing as Ukrainians angry at the war. Initial tasks include photographing police stations or hanging anti-war posters. In Oleh’s case, a man called “Anton” first paid him $50 to photograph government buildings. Later, another recruiter named “Alexander” offered $1,000 for what he said would be a harmless paint job.Oleh brought in his friend Serhiy to help. They travelled across the country by bus. The night before the job, Oleh received a payment of $200 in cryptocurrency and a location pin to pick up the bag.<h2>Bomb planted, but no blast</h2>SBU officers had been monitoring the pair after a similar attack days earlier in the same city. In that case, a 21-year-old man died when a bomb exploded outside a military conscription office, injuring eight others.Authorities suspected another attack was coming and followed Oleh and Serhiy as they collected the bomb from a tyre near a garage. The device was reportedly filled with screws and nails.When Oleh opened the package and saw the bomb, he rushed to a nearby officer. The SBU then moved in, arresting both men and safely recovering the explosives.“They had technical equipment to block the signal,” an SBU officer told the Guardian. If the phone connected to the bomb had been called, the device would have exploded outside a crowded police station entrance.<h2>Russia accused of testing tactics for use in Europe</h2>The SBU believes Russia’s military intelligence (GRU) and security service (FSB) are behind the recruitment. While some recruiters are believed to be Russians, others may be Ukrainians working for Moscow.In some cases, teenage bomb-makers have also been recruited. One girl arrested in Rivne was shown how to make explosives via online tutorials, the Guardian reported. Ukraine has since launched a school awareness campaign and a Telegram chatbot to report suspicious contacts.

Ukraine’s SBU security service believes this is part of a wider Russian sabotage campaign that began in spring 2023. Artem Dekhtiarenko, an SBU spokesperson, told the Guardian the first wave involved arson attacks on army vehicles and offices.

Ukrainian officials have accused Russian intelligence services of tricking local youth into unknowingly delivering homemade bombs in a secret campaign of sabotage and terror attacks inside Ukraine. The Guardian reported that a 19-year-old named Oleh narrowly avoided death earlier this year after discovering he had been given a bomb instead of a paint can, as promised in a fake job posted on Telegram. Also read: Pilot killed, F-16 downed: Russia shoots down Ukrainian F-16 in BIGGEST air attack - How many F-16s Kyiv has and why are they crucial? He was offered $1,000 to travel from eastern Ukraine to Rivne in the west, collect a bag, and spray paint a message on a police station. When he opened the bag, he found wires, a mobile phone and what appeared to be an improvised explosive device. “I thought it was paint,” Oleh told police, according to case documents seen by the Guardian. Sabotage campaign targeting western Ukraine Ukraine’s SBU security service believes this is part of a wider Russian sabotage campaign that began in spring 2023. Artem Dekhtiarenko, an SBU spokesperson, told the Guardian the first wave involved arson attacks on army vehicles and offices. In late 2024, he said, Russia escalated to using bombs delivered by local recruits. “They started the mass recruitment of Ukrainians to plant bombs: in cars, near conscription offices, near police departments,” Dekhtiarenko told the Guardian. More than 700 people have been detained in 2024 for sabotage, terrorism or related charges. Many are poor, unemployed or addicted to drugs. A quarter are reportedly under 18. Social media jobs, crypto payments, and blackmail Recruiters contact targets via Telegram, posing as Ukrainians angry at the war. Initial tasks include photographing police stations or hanging anti-war posters. In Oleh’s case, a man called “Anton” first paid him $50 to photograph government buildings. Later, another recruiter named “Alexander” offered $1,000 for what he said would be a harmless paint job. Oleh brought in his friend Serhiy to help. They travelled across the country by bus. The night before the job, Oleh received a payment of $200 in cryptocurrency and a location pin to pick up the bag. Bomb planted, but no blast SBU officers had been monitoring the pair after a similar attack days earlier in the same city. In that case, a 21-year-old man died when a bomb exploded outside a military conscription office, injuring eight others. Authorities suspected another attack was coming and followed Oleh and Serhiy as they collected the bomb from a tyre near a garage. The device was reportedly filled with screws and nails. When Oleh opened the package and saw the bomb, he rushed to a nearby officer. The SBU then moved in, arresting both men and safely recovering the explosives. “They had technical equipment to block the signal,” an SBU officer told the Guardian. If the phone connected to the bomb had been called, the device would have exploded outside a crowded police station entrance. Russia accused of testing tactics for use in Europe The SBU believes Russia’s military intelligence (GRU) and security service (FSB) are behind the recruitment. While some recruiters are believed to be Russians, others may be Ukrainians working for Moscow. In some cases, teenage bomb-makers have also been recruited. One girl arrested in Rivne was shown how to make explosives via online tutorials, the Guardian reported. Ukraine has since launched a school awareness campaign and a Telegram chatbot to report suspicious contacts.

Ukraine’s SBU security service believes this is part of a wider Russian sabotage campaign that began in spring 2023. Artem Dekhtiarenko, an SBU spokesperson, told the Guardian the first wave involved arson attacks on army vehicles and offices.

'Mass recruitment of Ukrainians to plant bombs': Russia’s new war tactic against Ukraine? Recruit teenagers to be suicide bombers

Thousands of Norwegians mistakenly believed that they had won huge amounts of money in a lottery draw after a blunder made by a state-owned gambling company, Norsk Tipping, headquarted in Hamar, Norway. &nbsp; The customers who had won Eurojackpot prizes were wrongly notified of the high incorrect amounts due to a technical error, the company said in a statement released on Friday (June 27). The error led to the resignation of company's chief executive officer a day later.&nbsp;“It's during this conversion that a manual error has been made in the code that is entered into our game engine. The amount has been multiplied by 100, instead of being divided by 100," the company said in the statement. Norsk Tipping receives the amount from Germany in Euros and converts them into Norwegian Kroner.&nbsp; The incorrect amounts were displayed on company's website and mobile app on Friday. Later on, the amounts were removed after receiving criticism from customers, regulators and even Ministry of Culture. The correct amounts were updated on Saturday and no false pay-outs were made, the company said.&nbsp;The company held an emergency meeting after the incident. Tonje Sagstuen, CEO, Norsk Tipping, stepped down from her post on Sunday expressing her concern over the faux incident. “As a manager, it has been my responsibility to handle the mistakes that have occurred,” she said in a statement.&nbsp;“Therefore, it is also incredibly sad to leave Norsk Tipping and all the talented people who work in Hamar. I will miss everyone I have worked with, but I am confident that all the improvement processes we have initiated are in good hands.” &nbsp;Sagstuen held the position since September 2023 and has worked at Norsk Tipping since 2014.Ministry of Culture and Equality, Lubna Jaffery told NRK (Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation) "such mistakes should not happen", especially as Norsk Tipping has the exclusive right to deliver gaming services in the country.&nbsp;Several people had begun celebration before discovering the mistake. One couple in Herøy believed they had won 1.2m kroner (£87,000) during a home renovation, while others said they planned to buy cars or take holidays before realising the messages were incorrect. This is not the first time Norsk Tipping has come under scrutiny. The company acknowledged that "it had experienced a number of technical problems in&nbsp;the&nbsp;past&nbsp;year."

False Hope: Norwegian lottery error sends false jackpot alerts to thousands after tech glitch

Thousands of Norwegians mistakenly believed that they had won huge amounts of money in a lottery draw after a blunder made by a state-owned gambling company, Norsk Tipping, headquarted in Hamar, Norway. The customers who had won Eurojackpot prizes were wrongly notified of the high incorrect amounts due to a technical error, the company said in a statement released on Friday (June 27). The error led to the resignation of company's chief executive officer a day later. “It's during this conversion that a manual error has been made in the code that is entered into our game engine. The amount has been multiplied by 100, instead of being divided by 100," the company said in the statement. Norsk Tipping receives the amount from Germany in Euros and converts them into Norwegian Kroner. The incorrect amounts were displayed on company's website and mobile app on Friday. Later on, the amounts were removed after receiving criticism from customers, regulators and even Ministry of Culture. The correct amounts were updated on Saturday and no false pay-outs were made, the company said. The company held an emergency meeting after the incident. Tonje Sagstuen, CEO, Norsk Tipping, stepped down from her post on Sunday expressing her concern over the faux incident. “As a manager, it has been my responsibility to handle the mistakes that have occurred,” she said in a statement. “Therefore, it is also incredibly sad to leave Norsk Tipping and all the talented people who work in Hamar. I will miss everyone I have worked with, but I am confident that all the improvement processes we have initiated are in good hands.” Sagstuen held the position since September 2023 and has worked at Norsk Tipping since 2014. Ministry of Culture and Equality, Lubna Jaffery told NRK (Norwegian Broadcasting Corporation) "such mistakes should not happen", especially as Norsk Tipping has the exclusive right to deliver gaming services in the country. Several people had begun celebration before discovering the mistake. One couple in Herøy believed they had won 1.2m kroner (£87,000) during a home renovation, while others said they planned to buy cars or take holidays before realising the messages were incorrect. This is not the first time Norsk Tipping has come under scrutiny. The company acknowledged that "it had experienced a number of technical problems in the past year."

The customers who had won Eurojackpot prizes were wrongly notified of the high incorrect amounts due to a technical error, the company said in a statement

The prolonged war between England and France marks a significant place in the history of the world. It is not only known for its iconic battles and political rift, but also as a key chapter in the larger Anglo-French conflicts that stretched from 1066 to 1776.The Hundred Years' War, which spanned from 1337 to 1453, holds a unique place in history as a prolonged conflict between two European powers—England and France. It consisted of intermittent battles sparked by competing claims to the French crown and disputes over territorial control in France.Over the centuries, numerous other wars across the world have also significantly influenced the formation of national borders and identities. These historic conflicts, often fuelled by political goals, ideological differences, and cultural loyalties, which played a decisive role in steering the direction of human history.<h3>1. Iberian religious war</h3>It is marked as the longest continuous war in human history, fought between the Catholic Spanish Empire and the Moors living in what is now Morocco and Algeria. The conflict, commonly known as the Reconquista, lasted for nearly 781 years.This is also considered the earliest religious war that took place outside the Arab world. The conflict began in 711 CE and came to an end in 1492 CE with claiming nearly 7 million lives. The war started after the Moors claimed territory in Europe, prompting the Spanish Empire to launch an attack against the Moors as viewing them as a threat.<h3>2. Persian-Roman wars</h3>Another longest-standing rivalries unfolded between the Roman Empire and the Persian powers, first the Parthians and later the Sassanids. This prolonged conflicts revolved around control of frontier cities and territories along their shared borders.The conflict, which ran from 92 BC to 629 AD, lasted nearly 720 years, resulting in substantial economic damage and weakening both empires, making them more susceptible to external invasions.<h3>3. Roman-Germanic war</h3>This war began on 113 BC and lasted till 596 CE, spanning over 708 years of long history between the Roman Empire and various Germanic tribes. The conflict was evident as the Roman-Germanic Wars played a vital role in shaping the course of European history. The confrontations were driven by a combination of territorial disputes, cultural clashes, and the expansionist ambitions of Rome.<h3>4. Arauco war</h3>It spanned nearly three centuries (1536–1825 CE) and was fought between Spanish colonial forces and the native Araucanian tribes, later forming Chile, primarily the Mapuche, Picunche, and Huilliche. At the time, Spain had gained control over much of South America and aimed to suppress indigenous resistance, which benefited from both terrain and resilience.The conflict finally ended in 1825 after diplomatic negotiations between Spain and Chile that aligned with Chile's struggle for independence.<h3>5. Byzantine–Seljuq wars</h3>Over 300 years (1048–1348 CE), the Byzantine Empire was locked in an enduring struggle with the Seljuk Turks. These clashes focused on dominance over Asia Minor and neighbouring territories, parts of which now lie in modern-day Europe.Though the Seljuks lost some ground during the Crusades, the repeated confrontations overextended the Byzantine military and economic resources. This sustained warfare greatly contributed to the empire's eventual weakening and decline.<h3>6. Polish–Russian wars</h3>From 1577 to 1794, Poland and Russia were entangled in a long series of wars that lasted 217 years, deeply shaping the political landscape of Eastern Europe. These conflicts stemmed from the intense rivalry between the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and the Russian Tsardom, involving competition for control over Ukraine, Belarus, and the Baltic region. Motivated by territorial, dynastic, and religious disputes, the wars dramatically shifted the regional balance of power.<h3>7. Ottoman–Byzantine wars</h3>The protracted struggle between the Byzantine Empire and the rising Ottoman Turks lasted roughly 215 years from the 13th to the 15th centuries. As the Ottomans expanded steadily, the Byzantines lost much of their territory. The defining moment came with the 1453 conquest of Constantinople by Sultan Mehmed II, marking not only the end of the Byzantine Empire but also signalling the close of the European Middle Ages.&nbsp;

These historic wars were often fuelled by political goals, ideological differences, and cultural loyalties, which played a decisive role in steering the direction of human history.

The prolonged war between England and France marks a significant place in the history of the world. It is not only known for its iconic battles and political rift, but also as a key chapter in the larger Anglo-French conflicts that stretched from 1066 to 1776. The Hundred Years' War, which spanned from 1337 to 1453, holds a unique place in history as a prolonged conflict between two European powers—England and France. It consisted of intermittent battles sparked by competing claims to the French crown and disputes over territorial control in France. Over the centuries, numerous other wars across the world have also significantly influenced the formation of national borders and identities. These historic conflicts, often fuelled by political goals, ideological differences, and cultural loyalties, which played a decisive role in steering the direction of human history. 1. Iberian religious war It is marked as the longest continuous war in human history, fought between the Catholic Spanish Empire and the Moors living in what is now Morocco and Algeria. The conflict, commonly known as the Reconquista, lasted for nearly 781 years. This is also considered the earliest religious war that took place outside the Arab world. The conflict began in 711 CE and came to an end in 1492 CE with claiming nearly 7 million lives. The war started after the Moors claimed territory in Europe, prompting the Spanish Empire to launch an attack against the Moors as viewing them as a threat. 2. Persian-Roman wars Another longest-standing rivalries unfolded between the Roman Empire and the Persian powers, first the Parthians and later the Sassanids. This prolonged conflicts revolved around control of frontier cities and territories along their shared borders. The conflict, which ran from 92 BC to 629 AD, lasted nearly 720 years, resulting in substantial economic damage and weakening both empires, making them more susceptible to external invasions. 3. Roman-Germanic war This war began on 113 BC and lasted till 596 CE, spanning over 708 years of long history between the Roman Empire and various Germanic tribes. The conflict was evident as the Roman-Germanic Wars played a vital role in shaping the course of European history. The confrontations were driven by a combination of territorial disputes, cultural clashes, and the expansionist ambitions of Rome. 4. Arauco war It spanned nearly three centuries (1536–1825 CE) and was fought between Spanish colonial forces and the native Araucanian tribes, later forming Chile, primarily the Mapuche, Picunche, and Huilliche. At the time, Spain had gained control over much of South America and aimed to suppress indigenous resistance, which benefited from both terrain and resilience. The conflict finally ended in 1825 after diplomatic negotiations between Spain and Chile that aligned with Chile's struggle for independence. 5. Byzantine–Seljuq wars Over 300 years (1048–1348 CE), the Byzantine Empire was locked in an enduring struggle with the Seljuk Turks. These clashes focused on dominance over Asia Minor and neighbouring territories, parts of which now lie in modern-day Europe. Though the Seljuks lost some ground during the Crusades, the repeated confrontations overextended the Byzantine military and economic resources. This sustained warfare greatly contributed to the empire's eventual weakening and decline. 6. Polish–Russian wars From 1577 to 1794, Poland and Russia were entangled in a long series of wars that lasted 217 years, deeply shaping the political landscape of Eastern Europe. These conflicts stemmed from the intense rivalry between the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth and the Russian Tsardom, involving competition for control over Ukraine, Belarus, and the Baltic region. Motivated by territorial, dynastic, and religious disputes, the wars dramatically shifted the regional balance of power. 7. Ottoman–Byzantine wars The protracted struggle between the Byzantine Empire and the rising Ottoman Turks lasted roughly 215 years from the 13th to the 15th centuries. As the Ottomans expanded steadily, the Byzantines lost much of their territory. The defining moment came with the 1453 conquest of Constantinople by Sultan Mehmed II, marking not only the end of the Byzantine Empire but also signalling the close of the European Middle Ages.

These historic wars were often fuelled by political goals, ideological differences, and cultural loyalties, which played a decisive role in steering the direction of human history.

7 longest wars in world history that lasted over 100 years

Donald Trump has warned he would pull federal funding from New York City if mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani “doesn’t behave himself”. In an interview aired on Sunday, the former president said he would block money from reaching the city if Mamdani wins and refuses to “do the right thing”.Mamdani, a democratic socialist, recently won the Democratic nomination for New York mayor, defeating former governor Andrew Cuomo in a major political upset.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-tillis-is-a-talker-complainer-trump-lashes-out-at-gop-senator-over-one-big-beautiful-bill-and-he-quits-politics-1751223380444">'Tillis is a talker, complainer': Trump lashes out at GOP senator over ‘one big beautiful bill’, and he quits politics</a><h2>Trump slams Mamdani as “a pure communist”</h2>Speaking to Fox News host Maria Bartiromo, Trump called Mamdani’s win “inconceivable” and described him as “a pure communist”. “If he does get in, I’m going to be president, and he’s going to have to do the right thing, or they’re not getting any money. He’s got to do the right thing or they’re not getting any money,” Trump said. Last year, New York’s comptroller reported that more than $100 billion in federal money flows to the city through various programs and agencies.<h2>Mamdani says he’s not a communist but wants to tax billionaires</h2>In response, Mamdani said plainly, “No, I am not,” when asked if he was a communist during an appearance on NBC’s Meet the Press. He said Trump’s attacks are aimed at distracting voters, “He will talk about how I look, how I sound, where I’m from, who I am – ultimately because he wants to distract from what I’m fighting for.”The 32-year-old lawmaker has proposed increasing taxes on wealthy homeowners and shifting the burden away from middle- and working-class areas.“I don’t think that we should have billionaires. It is so much money in a moment of such inequality… What we need more of is equality across our city,” he said.Mamdani pointed to Martin Luther King Jr’s message on wealth distribution as part of his political vision, “Call it democracy or call it democratic socialism. There has to be a better distribution of wealth for all of God’s children in this country.” He added that his plan isn’t based on race but on economic fairness. “It’s more of an assessment of what neighbourhoods are being undertaxed versus overtaxed. It’s to ensure we have an equal playing field,” he said.<h2>Trump reacts to Mamdani’s radical proposals</h2>When asked about Mamdani’s opposition to Trump’s immigration policies and his call to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits New York, Trump said the mayoral hopeful would “be very unsuccessful” and labelled him “a radical left lunatic”.

Speaking to Fox News host Maria Bartiromo, Trump called Mamdani’s win “inconceivable” and described him as “a pure communist”.

Donald Trump has warned he would pull federal funding from New York City if mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani “doesn’t behave himself”. In an interview aired on Sunday, the former president said he would block money from reaching the city if Mamdani wins and refuses to “do the right thing”. Mamdani, a democratic socialist, recently won the Democratic nomination for New York mayor, defeating former governor Andrew Cuomo in a major political upset. Also read: 'Tillis is a talker, complainer': Trump lashes out at GOP senator over ‘one big beautiful bill’, and he quits politics Trump slams Mamdani as “a pure communist” Speaking to Fox News host Maria Bartiromo, Trump called Mamdani’s win “inconceivable” and described him as “a pure communist”. “If he does get in, I’m going to be president, and he’s going to have to do the right thing, or they’re not getting any money. He’s got to do the right thing or they’re not getting any money,” Trump said. Last year, New York’s comptroller reported that more than $100 billion in federal money flows to the city through various programs and agencies. Mamdani says he’s not a communist but wants to tax billionaires In response, Mamdani said plainly, “No, I am not,” when asked if he was a communist during an appearance on NBC’s Meet the Press. He said Trump’s attacks are aimed at distracting voters, “He will talk about how I look, how I sound, where I’m from, who I am – ultimately because he wants to distract from what I’m fighting for.” The 32-year-old lawmaker has proposed increasing taxes on wealthy homeowners and shifting the burden away from middle- and working-class areas. “I don’t think that we should have billionaires. It is so much money in a moment of such inequality… What we need more of is equality across our city,” he said. Mamdani pointed to Martin Luther King Jr’s message on wealth distribution as part of his political vision, “Call it democracy or call it democratic socialism. There has to be a better distribution of wealth for all of God’s children in this country.” He added that his plan isn’t based on race but on economic fairness. “It’s more of an assessment of what neighbourhoods are being undertaxed versus overtaxed. It’s to ensure we have an equal playing field,” he said. Trump reacts to Mamdani’s radical proposals When asked about Mamdani’s opposition to Trump’s immigration policies and his call to arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits New York, Trump said the mayoral hopeful would “be very unsuccessful” and labelled him “a radical left lunatic”.

Speaking to Fox News host Maria Bartiromo, Trump called Mamdani’s win “inconceivable” and described him as “a pure communist”.

'They’re not getting any money': Trump threatens to choke NYC funds if Zohran Mamdani ‘do the right thing’

A Texas Congressman posted a controversial racist comment against Indian-origin New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani following a video on social media showing him eating rice with his hands.Congressman Brandon Gill retweeted the video and said, "Civilized humans in America don't eat like this. If you do not embrace Western traditions, return to the Third World."&nbsp;But social media users were quick to point out the hypocrisy in his tweet because Gill is married to an Indian-origin woman, Danielle D'Souza, who is the daughter of right-wing commentator Dinesh D'Souza.Others posted images of US President Donald Trump having pizza using his hands, condemning Gill's racist remarks.<h2>See the post here:</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Civilized people in America don’t eat like this. If you refuse to adopt Western customs, go back to the Third World. <a href="https://t.co/TYQkcr0nFE">https://t.co/TYQkcr0nFE</a>&mdash; Congressman Brandon Gill (@RepBrandonGill) <a href="https://twitter.com/RepBrandonGill/status/1939489434983883116?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 30, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

This is the second time the Republican Congressman from Texas's 26th District Gill has faced social media fury for his racially inflammatory remarks. Recently, he posted two images of Los Angeles, criticising mass migration for making America "unrecognisable". While there was a picture of blonde beach lovers in the 1960s, there was also one of a man grasping a Mexican flag during the Los Angeles riots.<h2>The Zohran Mamdani video</h2>The video was of an online interview where Mamdani was eating biryani with his hands and responding to questions about his politics. “Zohran says his worldview is inspired by the 3rd world while eating rice with his hands,” the caption of the clip shared by End Wokeness, a conservative right-wing account on X read. &nbsp;Ironically, Mamdani was responding to a question regarding taboos in American politics. '"The holy grail of taboos in American politics, which include socialism, Islam and Palestine. You are really going for the trifecta. Tell me why Palestine is part of your politics?" Mamdani was asked.&nbsp;He replied by saying, “When you grow up in the Third World, you have a very different understanding of the Palestinian struggle.” Mamdani was born and raised in Kampala, Uganda and moved to New York City with his family at the age of seven.

Go back to third world Texas Congressmans racist remark on Zohran Mamdani eating with hands sparks outrage

A Texas Congressman posted a controversial racist comment against Indian-origin New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani following a video on social media showing him eating rice with his hands. Congressman Brandon Gill retweeted the video and said, "Civilized humans in America don't eat like this. If you do not embrace Western traditions, return to the Third World." But social media users were quick to point out the hypocrisy in his tweet because Gill is married to an Indian-origin woman, Danielle D'Souza, who is the daughter of right-wing commentator Dinesh D'Souza. Others posted images of US President Donald Trump having pizza using his hands, condemning Gill's racist remarks. See the post here:

The video was of an online interview where Zohran Mamdani was eating biryani with his hands and responding to questions about his politics

'Go back to third world': Texas Congressman’s racist remark on Zohran Mamdani eating with hands sparks outrage

In June 2025, Iran’s Shi’ite cleric, Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi, issued a fatwa declaring US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as 'enemies of God'. According to Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency, Shirazi urged Muslims to unite against leaders he said posed a threat to the Islamic Republic’s religious authority. He stated that any person or government endangering Iran’s Supreme Leader or top clerics, referred to as Marja, should be treated as a 'mohared', or one who wages war against God. This incident has reignited global debate over the power and peril of fatwas.&nbsp;<h2>What Is a Fatwa?</h2>A fatwa is a formal legal opinion or interpretation issued by an Islamic scholar on a point of Islamic law (Sharia). It is not a law in itself but a non-binding opinion meant to guide Muslims on religious or ethical matters not explicitly covered in the Qur’an or Hadith.Fatwas can deal with topics such as fasting, medical ethics, finance, or voting. However, when fatwas target individuals or groups, particularly on grounds of blasphemy or apostasy, they can become highly volatile.&nbsp;<h2>Who Can Issue a Fatwa?</h2>Only a qualified jurist or mufti with extensive training in Islamic jurisprudence can issue a fatwa. In Sunni Islam, fatwas are decentralised and can differ based on the scholar or region. In Shi’a Islam, particularly in Iran, high-ranking clerics known as Marja have the authority to issue fatwas with potentially binding influence. In countries like Iran, where religion and state are closely intertwined, fatwas have the force of law.&nbsp;<h2>Notable Cases: Salman Rushdie and Naguib Mahfouz</h2>Perhaps the most infamous fatwa was issued in 1989 by Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, Iran’s Supreme Leader, who called for the execution of author Salman Rushdie over alleged blasphemy in The Satanic Verses. The fatwa led to multiple deaths, violent attacks, and, over 30 years later, Rushdie’s near-fatal stabbing in New York in 2022, when he lost his eye.&nbsp;Another case involved Egyptian Nobel Laureate Naguib Mahfouz, who was stabbed in 1994 by an extremist acting on a fatwa from Omar Abdel-Rahman, a Sunni militant cleric. The attacker later admitted he had never read Mahfouz’s work but acted solely on the cleric’s decree, according to Reuters.&nbsp;<h2>Who carries out Death Fatwas, and can they be revoked?</h2>Such fatwas are not enforced by governments but are often acted upon by indoctrinated militants, sleeper cells, or individuals who believe they are fulfilling a religious duty. These actors may be radicalised through sermons, social media, or religious literature. Even fatwas issued from prison have incited violence, according to Reuters. Fatwas are rarely rescinded. Without an official withdrawal, they remain in force indefinitely. As seen in Rushdie’s case, even decades-old fatwas can inspire violence long after their issuance.&nbsp;<h2>Everyday Fatwas</h2>Despite their notoriety, most fatwas concern routine matters, dietary rules, fasting exemptions, or the permissibility of modern technologies. However, fatwas calling for violence continue to present a dangerous intersection of religion and politics.&nbsp;

A fatwa is a formal legal opinion or interpretation issued by an Islamic scholar on a point of Islamic law (Sharia)

In June 2025, Iran’s Shi’ite cleric, Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi, issued a fatwa declaring US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as 'enemies of God'. According to Iran’s semi-official Mehr News Agency, Shirazi urged Muslims to unite against leaders he said posed a threat to the Islamic Republic’s religious authority. He stated that any person or government endangering Iran’s Supreme Leader or top clerics, referred to as Marja, should be treated as a 'mohared', or one who wages war against God. This incident has reignited global debate over the power and peril of fatwas. What Is a Fatwa? A fatwa is a formal legal opinion or interpretation issued by an Islamic scholar on a point of Islamic law (Sharia). It is not a law in itself but a non-binding opinion meant to guide Muslims on religious or ethical matters not explicitly covered in the Qur’an or Hadith. Fatwas can deal with topics such as fasting, medical ethics, finance, or voting. However, when fatwas target individuals or groups, particularly on grounds of blasphemy or apostasy, they can become highly volatile. Who Can Issue a Fatwa? Only a qualified jurist or mufti with extensive training in Islamic jurisprudence can issue a fatwa. In Sunni Islam, fatwas are decentralised and can differ based on the scholar or region. In Shi’a Islam, particularly in Iran, high-ranking clerics known as Marja have the authority to issue fatwas with potentially binding influence. In countries like Iran, where religion and state are closely intertwined, fatwas have the force of law. Notable Cases: Salman Rushdie and Naguib Mahfouz Perhaps the most infamous fatwa was issued in 1989 by Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, Iran’s Supreme Leader, who called for the execution of author Salman Rushdie over alleged blasphemy in The Satanic Verses. The fatwa led to multiple deaths, violent attacks, and, over 30 years later, Rushdie’s near-fatal stabbing in New York in 2022, when he lost his eye. Another case involved Egyptian Nobel Laureate Naguib Mahfouz, who was stabbed in 1994 by an extremist acting on a fatwa from Omar Abdel-Rahman, a Sunni militant cleric. The attacker later admitted he had never read Mahfouz’s work but acted solely on the cleric’s decree, according to Reuters. Who carries out Death Fatwas, and can they be revoked? Such fatwas are not enforced by governments but are often acted upon by indoctrinated militants, sleeper cells, or individuals who believe they are fulfilling a religious duty. These actors may be radicalised through sermons, social media, or religious literature. Even fatwas issued from prison have incited violence, according to Reuters. Fatwas are rarely rescinded. Without an official withdrawal, they remain in force indefinitely. As seen in Rushdie’s case, even decades-old fatwas can inspire violence long after their issuance. Everyday Fatwas Despite their notoriety, most fatwas concern routine matters, dietary rules, fasting exemptions, or the permissibility of modern technologies. However, fatwas calling for violence continue to present a dangerous intersection of religion and politics.

A fatwa is a formal legal opinion or interpretation issued by an Islamic scholar on a point of Islamic law (Sharia)

What is a Fatwa? Everything you need to know about the Islamic religious decree

A local leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) allegedly raped a Hindu woman after which the country is in turmoil and demanding strict actions. But, now the case has taken a U-turn as the survivor wants to withdraw the case to preserve peace in the country. The Bangladeshi news agency Channel 24 reported that the 24-year-old woman did not want any action against the accused - Fazor Ali. The Bangladeshi media reported that the accused said no one was forcing her to do so.&nbsp;"Her husband says that the damage to our honour is already done. If we proceed with the case, it won’t be restored. That’s why she will withdraw the case of her own free will," the channel reported.&nbsp;What is the case?&nbsp;Bangladesh is currently boiling after an alleged rape of a Hindu woman by a local politician from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). As per the Bangladeshi newspaper, Dhaka Tribune, Fazor Ali allegedly raped a 21-year-old woman from the Hindu comminute, a minority in the country, in Muradnagar upazila, Comilla. A total of five men were involved in the rape, among which three have nabbed for recording and sharing a video of the rape survivor on social media.&nbsp;As per the report published in the Bangladeshi newspaper, the incident happened on June 26, 2025, when Fazor Ali, 38, from Ramchandrapur Pachkitta village, allegedly broke into the survivor's father’s house around 10 pm. Th rape survivor was staying at her father's place with her children as her husband was in Dubai.&nbsp;What did BNP claim?&nbsp;BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has alleged that the case is an attempt to tarnish his party's image. “For 15 years, the Awami League has carried out a smear campaign against the Zia family, and now they are secretly spending money to continue that propaganda in order to damage the BNP’s reputation. A clear example of this is the recent incident in Muradnagar,” he said at a press briefing on June 29.&nbsp;“It is so disgraceful that I feel ashamed even to utter it. Yet, they tried to shift the blame onto us. Similar incidents are being orchestrated in other places as well,” he added.&nbsp;

Fazor Ali allegedly raped a 21-year-old woman from the Hindu comminute, a minority in the country, in Muradnagar upazila, Comilla. 

A local leader of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) allegedly raped a Hindu woman after which the country is in turmoil and demanding strict actions. But, now the case has taken a U-turn as the survivor wants to withdraw the case to preserve peace in the country. The Bangladeshi news agency Channel 24 reported that the 24-year-old woman did not want any action against the accused - Fazor Ali. The Bangladeshi media reported that the accused said no one was forcing her to do so. "Her husband says that the damage to our honour is already done. If we proceed with the case, it won’t be restored. That’s why she will withdraw the case of her own free will," the channel reported. What is the case? Bangladesh is currently boiling after an alleged rape of a Hindu woman by a local politician from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). As per the Bangladeshi newspaper, Dhaka Tribune, Fazor Ali allegedly raped a 21-year-old woman from the Hindu comminute, a minority in the country, in Muradnagar upazila, Comilla. A total of five men were involved in the rape, among which three have nabbed for recording and sharing a video of the rape survivor on social media. As per the report published in the Bangladeshi newspaper, the incident happened on June 26, 2025, when Fazor Ali, 38, from Ramchandrapur Pachkitta village, allegedly broke into the survivor's father’s house around 10 pm. Th rape survivor was staying at her father's place with her children as her husband was in Dubai. What did BNP claim? BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has alleged that the case is an attempt to tarnish his party's image. “For 15 years, the Awami League has carried out a smear campaign against the Zia family, and now they are secretly spending money to continue that propaganda in order to damage the BNP’s reputation. A clear example of this is the recent incident in Muradnagar,” he said at a press briefing on June 29. “It is so disgraceful that I feel ashamed even to utter it. Yet, they tried to shift the blame onto us. Similar incidents are being orchestrated in other places as well,” he added.

Fazor Ali allegedly raped a 21-year-old woman from the Hindu comminute, a minority in the country, in Muradnagar upazila, Comilla.&nbsp;

Bangladesh Hindu woman rape case: Survivor wants to withdraw case to 'preserve peace'

A fatwa is a formal Islamic legal opinion issued by a Marja, a senior Shia cleric. It carries moral and religious weight among followers and can direct personal conduct or, in rare cases, call for punitive action. Recent political and religious tensions in the middle-east have seen Iran's Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi issue fatwas against US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, describing them as ‘enemies of God’ and urging Muslims to stand united against any perceived threat to Iran’s leadership. However, this is not the first time, the most historically significant fatwa issued by Iran remains that against author Salman Rushdie, launched over three decades ago.&nbsp;<h2>The 1989 fatwa: The Satanic Verses backlash</h2>&nbsp;In February 1989, Iran’s then Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini declared Rushdie’s novel ‘The Satanic Verses’ to be blasphemous. He issued a fatwa calling for Rushdie’s execution, alongside anyone involved in publishing the book. The decree was bolstered by a bounty estimated at $2.8 million, and protests erupted across Muslim-majority countries, including bans in India, Bangladesh, Sudan, and Sri Lanka . The fatwa shocked the literary world, forcing Rushdie into hiding in London, under round-the-clock British protection. Reflecting on his impact, Rushdie later said: “What is freedom of expression? Without the freedom to offend, it ceases to exist.”&nbsp;<h2>Continued impact: A global wave of violence</h2>&nbsp;The fatwa did not fade: in the 1990s, Rushdie’s Japanese translator, Hitoshi Igarashi, was stabbed to death in July 1991, and his Italian translator was injured days earlier. Though the Iranian government declared in 1998 that it would not actively pursue the killing, Khomeini’s initial judgment remained officially in force; in 2017, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei reaffirmed its validity. Salman had once said, “Frankly, I wish I had written a more critical book..“A religion that claims it is able to behave like this, religious leaders who are able to behave like this, and then say this is a religion that must be above any kind of whisper of criticism: that doesn’t add up", according to The Independent.&nbsp;<h2>The 2022 stabbing: Fatwa’s long shadow</h2>&nbsp;On 12 August 2022, nearly 34 years later, Rushdie was stabbed while speaking at the Chautauqua Institution in New York. Attacker Hadi Matar, a 24-year-old New Jersey resident, rushed the stage and stabbed Rushdie dozens of times, causing life-threatening wounds. Rushdie lost sight in one eye and use of one hand before reaching hospital where he spent six weeks. He had told NPR: “I was rolling about in bed…people have dreams…you don’t run your daily life because of having a bad dream”. &nbsp;Hadi Matar was charged with attempted murder and assault. In February 2025, he was found guilty and sentenced to 25 years in prison for the violent assault.&nbsp;<h2>Why it took so long, and why it matters</h2>&nbsp;The gap between fatwa and stabbing underscores the lasting potency of such decrees, particularly when issued by a high-ranking cleric like Iran’s Supreme Leader. Unlike formal legal rulings, fatwas require no trial or defence, yet they can inspire violent action by individuals or groups who see them as divine commands. Though the Iranian state said in 1998 it would no longer actively seek Rushdie, the status of the bounty remained. Matar's defense claimed he acted under motivation related to Hezbollah and the enduring fatwa. That the attack occurred decades later shows fatwas can continue to inspire violence long after their issuance, cutting across borders and generations.&nbsp;<h2>Recent fatwas: Political leaders enter the fray</h2>&nbsp;On Monday, Makarem Shirazi issued fatwas against US President Donald Trump and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu. Shirazi labelled them as the 'enemies of God', or mohareb for threatening Ayatollah Khamenei or other senior clerics. He additionally urged global Muslim unity against them, warning that supporting and cooperating with them is religiously forbidden (haram) and that anyone suffering for opposing them would be rewarded in fighting for god’s cause.&nbsp;<h2>Free expression versus religious authority</h2>&nbsp;The Rushdie fatwa triggered one of the most intense global debates on free speech. Western governments condemned the decree as a violation of human rights. Critics argue that such fatwas sidestep due process, offering no chance for defence or appeal. Rushdie, even under threat, continued writing: “Instead of just being the person who got stabbed, I now see myself as the person who wrote a book about getting stabbed,” he reflected after publishing his memoir Knife. Amnesty International and PEN have defended Rushdie's right to free expression.&nbsp;<h2>The enduring legacy of a contested decree</h2>&nbsp;The fatwa issued in 1989 remains officially active. Iranian law regards ‘mohareb’ status as a capital offence. Though Iran later signalled a softer stance, it has never formally revoked Khomeini’s ruling.&nbsp; &nbsp;

In February 1989, Iran’s then Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini declared Rushdie’s novel ‘The Satanic Verses’ to be blasphemous. He issued a fatwa calling for Rushdie’s execution, alongside anyone involved in publishing the book.

A fatwa is a formal Islamic legal opinion issued by a Marja, a senior Shia cleric. It carries moral and religious weight among followers and can direct personal conduct or, in rare cases, call for punitive action. Recent political and religious tensions in the middle-east have seen Iran's Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi issue fatwas against US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, describing them as ‘enemies of God’ and urging Muslims to stand united against any perceived threat to Iran’s leadership. However, this is not the first time, the most historically significant fatwa issued by Iran remains that against author Salman Rushdie, launched over three decades ago. The 1989 fatwa: The Satanic Verses backlash In February 1989, Iran’s then Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini declared Rushdie’s novel ‘The Satanic Verses’ to be blasphemous. He issued a fatwa calling for Rushdie’s execution, alongside anyone involved in publishing the book. The decree was bolstered by a bounty estimated at $2.8 million, and protests erupted across Muslim-majority countries, including bans in India, Bangladesh, Sudan, and Sri Lanka . The fatwa shocked the literary world, forcing Rushdie into hiding in London, under round-the-clock British protection. Reflecting on his impact, Rushdie later said: “What is freedom of expression? Without the freedom to offend, it ceases to exist.” Continued impact: A global wave of violence The fatwa did not fade: in the 1990s, Rushdie’s Japanese translator, Hitoshi Igarashi, was stabbed to death in July 1991, and his Italian translator was injured days earlier. Though the Iranian government declared in 1998 that it would not actively pursue the killing, Khomeini’s initial judgment remained officially in force; in 2017, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei reaffirmed its validity. Salman had once said, “Frankly, I wish I had written a more critical book.. “A religion that claims it is able to behave like this, religious leaders who are able to behave like this, and then say this is a religion that must be above any kind of whisper of criticism: that doesn’t add up", according to The Independent. The 2022 stabbing: Fatwa’s long shadow On 12 August 2022, nearly 34 years later, Rushdie was stabbed while speaking at the Chautauqua Institution in New York. Attacker Hadi Matar, a 24-year-old New Jersey resident, rushed the stage and stabbed Rushdie dozens of times, causing life-threatening wounds. Rushdie lost sight in one eye and use of one hand before reaching hospital where he spent six weeks. He had told NPR: “I was rolling about in bed…people have dreams…you don’t run your daily life because of having a bad dream”. Hadi Matar was charged with attempted murder and assault. In February 2025, he was found guilty and sentenced to 25 years in prison for the violent assault. Why it took so long, and why it matters The gap between fatwa and stabbing underscores the lasting potency of such decrees, particularly when issued by a high-ranking cleric like Iran’s Supreme Leader. Unlike formal legal rulings, fatwas require no trial or defence, yet they can inspire violent action by individuals or groups who see them as divine commands. Though the Iranian state said in 1998 it would no longer actively seek Rushdie, the status of the bounty remained. Matar's defense claimed he acted under motivation related to Hezbollah and the enduring fatwa. That the attack occurred decades later shows fatwas can continue to inspire violence long after their issuance, cutting across borders and generations. Recent fatwas: Political leaders enter the fray On Monday, Makarem Shirazi issued fatwas against US President Donald Trump and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu. Shirazi labelled them as the 'enemies of God', or mohareb for threatening Ayatollah Khamenei or other senior clerics. He additionally urged global Muslim unity against them, warning that supporting and cooperating with them is religiously forbidden (haram) and that anyone suffering for opposing them would be rewarded in fighting for god’s cause. Free expression versus religious authority The Rushdie fatwa triggered one of the most intense global debates on free speech. Western governments condemned the decree as a violation of human rights. Critics argue that such fatwas sidestep due process, offering no chance for defence or appeal. Rushdie, even under threat, continued writing: “Instead of just being the person who got stabbed, I now see myself as the person who wrote a book about getting stabbed,” he reflected after publishing his memoir Knife. Amnesty International and PEN have defended Rushdie's right to free expression. The enduring legacy of a contested decree The fatwa issued in 1989 remains officially active. Iranian law regards ‘mohareb’ status as a capital offence. Though Iran later signalled a softer stance, it has never formally revoked Khomeini’s ruling.

In February 1989, Iran’s then Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini declared Rushdie’s novel ‘The Satanic Verses’ to be blasphemous. He issued a fatwa calling for Rushdie’s execution, alongside anyone involved in publishing the book.

The author Iran targeted before Trump and Netanyahu: Salman Rushdie’s 'fatwa' and stabbing explained!

The suspect in the shooting of firefighters in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho had intentionally set off a blaze in the Canfield Mountain, and then shot at the responders, officials said as a chilling audio call from the incident emerged, with one voice saying 'everyone is shot up'. Firefighters from three companies were responding to the blaze in the Canfield Mountain Natural Area on Sunday (June 29) when they were shot at. Two firefighters were killed and one was wounded. Some 20 acres of land were on fire in the mountain.&nbsp;<h2>Distress call reveals harrowing moments</h2>Audio from the ambush revealed the harrowing moments when the firefighters were attacked. "They're shot. BC3's down. BC1's down. Everybody's shot up here," one person could be heard saying in the recording. In the call, somebody declared an emergency situation, describing the scene as an 'active shooter at a fire."&nbsp; "We need law enforcement up here immediately...two battalion chiefs down," the caller said, adding, “I'm pinned down.”&nbsp;The caller also said, "It's clear to me that this fire was set intentionally to draw us in."&nbsp;<h2>'Totally intentional': Idaho wildfire was deliberately started, says Sheriff</h2>Local authorities said that the suspect, who was later found dead along with a gun, deliberately started the fire, and then ambushed the firefighters.&nbsp; "We do believe the suspect started the fire, it was an ambush and it was totally intentional. These firefighters did not have a chance," said Kootenai County Sheriff Robert Norris. The body of the suspected sniper and his gun were found by locating signals from his cell phone. At the time of writing this, the suspect has not been officially identified.<h2>Single shooter did the ambush</h2>Earlier reports had suggested the presence of multiple shooters, but Norris said the ambush was carried out by only one person. "Based on the preliminary investigation, we believe that is the only shooter on the mountain at that time," he said, adding there is no threat to the community at this time.&nbsp; "We believe that there was only one shooter, based on weapons found, and type of injuries incurred from that weapon," Norris said.<h2>How the Idaho shooting unfolded</h2>The wildfire was reported at 1:21 p.m local time on Sunday. As the three battalions of firefighers approached the scene, sniper gunfire erupted around 2 p.m. The body of the suspect was found after 3:15 p.m. Authorities said they did not believe that the shooter had made the 911 call, which reported the fire. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/idaho-shooting-two-firefighters-killed-while-responding-to-brush-fire-suspect-dead-sheriff-says-1751265036653/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/idaho-shooting-two-firefighters-killed-while-responding-to-brush-fire-suspect-dead-sheriff-says-1751265036653/embed</a>&nbsp;<h2>Cops unable to process what happened, brushfire continues</h2>"This is a situation where a lot of people in this room haven't processed this," said Norris, even as Idaho Governor Brad Little described the shooting as "a heinous direct assault on our brave firefighters." He urged caution and prayers. As the fire crews had to retreat due to the ambush, the brushfire continued to burn across acres of land on the mountain, and remained dangerous. The FBI also responded to the scene.&nbsp;One injured firefighter underwent surgery and was in stable condition, Norris said.

Firefighters from three companies were responding to the blaze in the Canfield Mountain Natural Area when they were shot at. 

The suspect in the shooting of firefighters in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho had intentionally set off a blaze in the Canfield Mountain, and then shot at the responders, officials said as a chilling audio call from the incident emerged, with one voice saying 'everyone is shot up'. Firefighters from three companies were responding to the blaze in the Canfield Mountain Natural Area on Sunday (June 29) when they were shot at. Two firefighters were killed and one was wounded. Some 20 acres of land were on fire in the mountain. Distress call reveals harrowing moments Audio from the ambush revealed the harrowing moments when the firefighters were attacked. "They're shot. BC3's down. BC1's down. Everybody's shot up here," one person could be heard saying in the recording. In the call, somebody declared an emergency situation, describing the scene as an 'active shooter at a fire." "We need law enforcement up here immediately...two battalion chiefs down," the caller said, adding, “I'm pinned down.” The caller also said, "It's clear to me that this fire was set intentionally to draw us in." 'Totally intentional': Idaho wildfire was deliberately started, says Sheriff Local authorities said that the suspect, who was later found dead along with a gun, deliberately started the fire, and then ambushed the firefighters. "We do believe the suspect started the fire, it was an ambush and it was totally intentional. These firefighters did not have a chance," said Kootenai County Sheriff Robert Norris. The body of the suspected sniper and his gun were found by locating signals from his cell phone. At the time of writing this, the suspect has not been officially identified. Single shooter did the ambush Earlier reports had suggested the presence of multiple shooters, but Norris said the ambush was carried out by only one person. "Based on the preliminary investigation, we believe that is the only shooter on the mountain at that time," he said, adding there is no threat to the community at this time. "We believe that there was only one shooter, based on weapons found, and type of injuries incurred from that weapon," Norris said. How the Idaho shooting unfolded The wildfire was reported at 1:21 p.m local time on Sunday. As the three battalions of firefighers approached the scene, sniper gunfire erupted around 2 p.m. The body of the suspect was found after 3:15 p.m. Authorities said they did not believe that the shooter had made the 911 call, which reported the fire. https://www.wionews.com/videos/idaho-shooting-two-firefighters-killed-while-responding-to-brush-fire-suspect-dead-sheriff-says-1751265036653/embed Cops unable to process what happened, brushfire continues "This is a situation where a lot of people in this room haven't processed this," said Norris, even as Idaho Governor Brad Little described the shooting as "a heinous direct assault on our brave firefighters." He urged caution and prayers. As the fire crews had to retreat due to the ambush, the brushfire continued to burn across acres of land on the mountain, and remained dangerous. The FBI also responded to the scene. One injured firefighter underwent surgery and was in stable condition, Norris said.

Firefighters from three companies were responding to the blaze in the Canfield Mountain Natural Area when they were shot at.&nbsp;

'Everyone's shot up': Idaho shooting distress call emerges as police say suspect started blaze intentionally, then fired at responders

Billionaire and Tesla CEO Elon Musk once again slammed the "Big Beautiful Bill" of the US President Donald Trump. Taking to his social media platform X, Musk reshared a poll on the bill and wrote, “Polls show that this bill is political suicide for the Republican Party." In a consecutive post, Musk called the bill “utterly insane and destructive.” “The latest Senate draft bill will destroy millions of jobs in America and cause immense strategic harm to our country!” he wrote, adding that the bill was “utterly insane and destructive. It gives handouts to industries of the past while severely damaging industries of the future.”&nbsp;A screenshot of the poll, shared by Trump, said, "Elon Musk claims that this legislation is an outrageous pork-filled spending bill that will massively increase the budget deficit and burden American citizens with crushingly unsustainable debt." The poll, conducted by The Tarrance Group, showed that 58 per cent of the total voters in the November presidential election voted in agreement with Trump's bill. Meanwhile, 37 per cent disagree with it, and the first 5 per cent of the voters were unsure about it.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Polls show that this bill is political suicide for the Republican Party <a href="https://t.co/HJwKZ9g4tu">pic.twitter.com/HJwKZ9g4tu</a>&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1939069416756650401?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

'Split government is better for the people'&nbsp;Musk was also featured in a podcast with Mario Nawfal on X, where he said he was "not a huge Republican." “I’m not a huge Republican. I’m a huge moderate, actually," Musk said. &nbsp;"You want laws that serve the people, not just a small segment. When power is split, the laws passed are more likely to be in the public’s interest," Trump's former "buddy" added.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">🚨ELON: “SPLIT GOVERNMENT IS BETTER FOR THE PEOPLE” “I’m not a huge Republican. I’m a huge moderate, actually. You want laws that serve the people, not just a small segment. When power is split, the laws passed are more likely to be in the public’s interest.” Source:… <a href="https://t.co/Z75PfcjB6u">https://t.co/Z75PfcjB6u</a> <a href="https://t.co/Y2i49eJfK8">pic.twitter.com/Y2i49eJfK8</a>&mdash; Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) <a href="https://twitter.com/MarioNawfal/status/1939371284166492284?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Previous fallout&nbsp;This all came after Musk left the Trump administration's DOGE and called the bill a “disgusting abomination."“I’m sorry, but I just can’t stand it anymore. This massive, outrageous, pork-filled Congressional spending bill is a disgusting abomination,” Musk posted in early June on X.&nbsp;&nbsp;

The poll, conducted by The Tarrance Group, showed that 58 per cent of the total voters in the November presidential election voted in agreement with Trump bill.

Billionaire and Tesla CEO Elon Musk once again slammed the "Big Beautiful Bill" of the US President Donald Trump. Taking to his social media platform X, Musk reshared a poll on the bill and wrote, “Polls show that this bill is political suicide for the Republican Party." In a consecutive post, Musk called the bill “utterly insane and destructive.” “The latest Senate draft bill will destroy millions of jobs in America and cause immense strategic harm to our country!” he wrote, adding that the bill was “utterly insane and destructive. It gives handouts to industries of the past while severely damaging industries of the future.” A screenshot of the poll, shared by Trump, said, "Elon Musk claims that this legislation is an outrageous pork-filled spending bill that will massively increase the budget deficit and burden American citizens with crushingly unsustainable debt." The poll, conducted by The Tarrance Group, showed that 58 per cent of the total voters in the November presidential election voted in agreement with Trump's bill. Meanwhile, 37 per cent disagree with it, and the first 5 per cent of the voters were unsure about it.

The poll, conducted by The Tarrance Group, showed that 58 per cent of the total voters in the November presidential election voted in agreement with Trump's bill.

'Political suicide, split govt better': Musk continues tirade against Trump's Big Beautiful Bill. Here's what he says now

China revealed a new type of graphite bomb - &nbsp;blackout bomb - on Thursday (June 26), claiming that it could knock out enemy power stations and cause a “complete loss of electricity” &nbsp;in the targeted area. Although the CCTV did not explicitly identify the weapon as a graphite bomb, it showed similar features to graphite munitions. A video was published by the state broadcaster of the country that featured the bomb. A social media channel run by China Central Television (CCTV) shared an animated video that showed the bomb being launched from a land-based vehicle before ejecting 90 cylinder-shaped submunitions.&nbsp;The canisters shown in the video bounced upon impact before detonating mid-air. They dispersed chemically treated carbon filaments that are designed to short-circuit high-voltage power infrastructure. The circulated video is now viral on the social media platform X.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BREAKING?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BREAKING</a>: ‡ CHINA’S BLACKOUT BOMB THREATENS TAIWAN WITH SILENT DESTRUCTION China’s new weapon could cripple Taiwan’s power grid, amplifying nuclear risks. Act now or face the dark. 𝕏 China’s “Blackout Bomb” uses carbon filaments to short-circuit power grids, causing… <a href="https://t.co/i4srUD2hZF">https://t.co/i4srUD2hZF</a> <a href="https://t.co/a27W4llIKV">pic.twitter.com/a27W4llIKV</a>&mdash; Morality X (@Morality_X) <a href="https://twitter.com/Morality_X/status/1939442656700203294?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 29, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The blackout bomb aims at disrupting the enemy command and control systems by triggering widespread electrical outages over an area of at least 10,000 square metres (107,639 sq ft), CCTV said. The channel, however, did not reveal any further details regarding the weapon or its status. CCTV referred to the bombs as a "mysterious type of domestically made missile”.&nbsp;As per the shared video, the weapon has a range of 290km (180 miles) and a warhead weighing 490kg (1,080lbs). All this feature makes the bomb suitable for attacks on military substations and other electrical infrastructure.&nbsp;A threat to Taiwan?&nbsp;&nbsp;After the video was posted, many were seen speculating on social media that the bomb revelation was a threat to Taiwan's power grid. It is being speculated that the blackout bombs could disable Taiwan’s defences, making nuclear escalation more likely if China faces defeat. Although the Taiwanese legislators have limited the nuclear weapons are off the table, the blackout bomb has now raised the stakes.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A social media channel run by China Central Television (CCTV) shared an animated video that showed the bomb being launched from a land-based vehicle before ejecting 90 cylinder-shaped submunitions.

China revealed a new type of graphite bomb - blackout bomb - on Thursday (June 26), claiming that it could knock out enemy power stations and cause a “complete loss of electricity” in the targeted area. Although the CCTV did not explicitly identify the weapon as a graphite bomb, it showed similar features to graphite munitions. A video was published by the state broadcaster of the country that featured the bomb. A social media channel run by China Central Television (CCTV) shared an animated video that showed the bomb being launched from a land-based vehicle before ejecting 90 cylinder-shaped submunitions. The canisters shown in the video bounced upon impact before detonating mid-air. They dispersed chemically treated carbon filaments that are designed to short-circuit high-voltage power infrastructure. The circulated video is now viral on the social media platform X.

A social media channel run by China Central Television (CCTV) shared an animated video that showed the bomb being launched from a land-based vehicle before ejecting 90 cylinder-shaped submunitions.

China reveals BLACKOUT BOMB that can knock out enemy power stations. Will this amplify nuclear risk? Here's all about the 'mysterious missile'

Coffee is one of the most loved drinks in the world and is enjoyed by millions of people every day. According to the World Population Review, it is the second most traded product globally, after oil. For many, coffee is more than just a drink it’s part of their daily routine. But beyond regular instant coffee or lattes, there is a world of rare and expensive coffee that is made using unique beans and special methods.&nbsp;In a small but growing market, some coffees sell for hundreds of dollars per pound. These rare types are pricey because they are hard to find, difficult to harvest and have very distinct flavors.&nbsp;World’s 10 most expensive coffees&nbsp;1. Black Ivory Coffee – Up to $500 per poundFrom the hills of Thailand, this coffee is made using a surprising process. Elephants eat the coffee beans which are then collected from their waste. This process is said to reduce bitterness and give the coffee a smooth and chocolate like flavor.&nbsp;2. Finca El Injerto – Up to $500 per poundGrown in the volcanic soil of Guatemala, this coffee is known for its tiny beans packed with strong flavor. The beans are washed with spring water and dried in the sun. The result is a clean taste with hints of apple, tangerine and apricot. It is sold in auctions to high end buyers.&nbsp;3. Hacienda La Esmeralda – Up to $350 per poundThis coffee comes from Panama’s Boquete region and grows under guava trees. Its most famous variety, Gesha has floral and fruity notes like jasmine, bergamot and peach. Its high quality and limited supply make it highly valued.&nbsp;4. Kopi Luwak – Up to $300 per poundOne of the most talked about coffees online, Kopi Luwak is from Indonesia. Civet cats eat the beans and after the digestion the beans are collected. This natural process is believed to lower the coffee’s acidity and boost its flavor.&nbsp;5. Saint Helena Coffee – Up to $79 per poundGrown on the remote island of Saint Helena, this coffee comes from rich volcanic soil. It has a wine like acidity with flavors of citrus and caramel. The small scale production and hard to reach location add to its high price.&nbsp;6. Molokai Coffee – Up to $51 per poundMade on Hawaii’s Molokai island, this coffee grows in volcanic soil and is nurtured on small farms. It has a mild, nutty taste with tropical fruit notes. Limited amounts and its unique island origin make it a rare U.S. coffee.&nbsp;7. Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee – Up to $50 per poundKnown as the ‘champagne of coffee,’ this variety is grown high up in Jamaica’s mountains. It’s known for its smooth texture, mild flavor and no bitterness. It is especially popular in Japan and is one of the world’s most famous premium coffees.&nbsp;8. Fazenda Santa Ines – Up to $50 per poundThis Brazilian coffee is grown without chemicals in nutrient rich soil. It has a naturally sweet flavor with berry and caramel notes. Its careful and eco-friendly farming has won awards in global coffee contests.&nbsp;9. El Salvador Los Planes – Up to $35 per poundKnown for its bright rich flavor, this coffee features tastes of tangerine, caramel and spice. It was loved by specialty coffee fans for its balance and smooth finish.&nbsp;10. Starbucks Reserve Rwanda Blue Bourbon – Around $30 per poundThis special Starbucks Reserve coffee comes from Rwanda and is made from the rare Blue Bourbon variety. It has bright, fruity flavors like orange, peach and berries with a clean aftertaste. Though cheaper than others on the list but its quality and limited supply make it stand out.

In a small but growing market, some coffees sell for hundreds of dollars per pound. These rare types of coffee are pricey because they are hard to find, difficult to harvest and have very distinct flavors.

Coffee is one of the most loved drinks in the world and is enjoyed by millions of people every day. According to the World Population Review, it is the second most traded product globally, after oil. For many, coffee is more than just a drink it’s part of their daily routine. But beyond regular instant coffee or lattes, there is a world of rare and expensive coffee that is made using unique beans and special methods. In a small but growing market, some coffees sell for hundreds of dollars per pound. These rare types are pricey because they are hard to find, difficult to harvest and have very distinct flavors. World’s 10 most expensive coffees 1. Black Ivory Coffee – Up to $500 per pound From the hills of Thailand, this coffee is made using a surprising process. Elephants eat the coffee beans which are then collected from their waste. This process is said to reduce bitterness and give the coffee a smooth and chocolate like flavor. 2. Finca El Injerto – Up to $500 per pound Grown in the volcanic soil of Guatemala, this coffee is known for its tiny beans packed with strong flavor. The beans are washed with spring water and dried in the sun. The result is a clean taste with hints of apple, tangerine and apricot. It is sold in auctions to high end buyers. 3. Hacienda La Esmeralda – Up to $350 per pound This coffee comes from Panama’s Boquete region and grows under guava trees. Its most famous variety, Gesha has floral and fruity notes like jasmine, bergamot and peach. Its high quality and limited supply make it highly valued. 4. Kopi Luwak – Up to $300 per pound One of the most talked about coffees online, Kopi Luwak is from Indonesia. Civet cats eat the beans and after the digestion the beans are collected. This natural process is believed to lower the coffee’s acidity and boost its flavor. 5. Saint Helena Coffee – Up to $79 per pound Grown on the remote island of Saint Helena, this coffee comes from rich volcanic soil. It has a wine like acidity with flavors of citrus and caramel. The small scale production and hard to reach location add to its high price. 6. Molokai Coffee – Up to $51 per pound Made on Hawaii’s Molokai island, this coffee grows in volcanic soil and is nurtured on small farms. It has a mild, nutty taste with tropical fruit notes. Limited amounts and its unique island origin make it a rare U.S. coffee. 7. Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee – Up to $50 per pound Known as the ‘champagne of coffee,’ this variety is grown high up in Jamaica’s mountains. It’s known for its smooth texture, mild flavor and no bitterness. It is especially popular in Japan and is one of the world’s most famous premium coffees. 8. Fazenda Santa Ines – Up to $50 per pound This Brazilian coffee is grown without chemicals in nutrient rich soil. It has a naturally sweet flavor with berry and caramel notes. Its careful and eco-friendly farming has won awards in global coffee contests. 9. El Salvador Los Planes – Up to $35 per pound Known for its bright rich flavor, this coffee features tastes of tangerine, caramel and spice. It was loved by specialty coffee fans for its balance and smooth finish. 10. Starbucks Reserve Rwanda Blue Bourbon – Around $30 per pound This special Starbucks Reserve coffee comes from Rwanda and is made from the rare Blue Bourbon variety. It has bright, fruity flavors like orange, peach and berries with a clean aftertaste. Though cheaper than others on the list but its quality and limited supply make it stand out.

In a small but growing market, some coffees sell for hundreds of dollars per pound. These rare types of coffee are pricey because they are hard to find, difficult to harvest and have very distinct flavors.

Top 10 world’s most expensive coffees: Would you pay THIS much?

Bangladesh is currently boiling after an alleged rape of a Hindu woman by a local politician from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). As per the Bangladeshi newspaper, Dhaka Tribune, Fazor Ali allegedly raped a 21-year-old woman from the Hindu comminute, a minority in the country, in Muradnagar upazila, Comilla. A total of five men were involved in the rape, among which three have nabbed for recording and sharing a video of the rape survivor on social media. As per the report published in the Bangladeshi newspaper, the incident happened on &nbsp;June 26, 2025, when Fazor Ali, 38, from Ramchandrapur Pachkitta village, allegedly broke into the survivor's father’s house around 10 pm. Th rape survivor was staying at her father's place with her children as her husband was in Dubai.The survivor filed a case against Ali the next day - on June 27, in the Muradnagar police station. The political leader was arrested around 5 am on Sunday in the Sayedabad area in Dhaka. He was later brought back to Comilla for legal proceedings. Four other men who were involved in the case were: Md Sumon, Ramzan Ali, Md Arif, and Md Anik have also been nabbed.&nbsp;What did the police say?&nbsp;As per the police, a neighbour of the survivor heard the loud noises at night and rushed to her house with other people, where he found that her door was broken. When they realised the woman had been assaulted, they beat Fazor Ali and sent him to a hospital. However, Fazor managed to escape later. &nbsp;“All five are in custody, and further legal steps are underway,” Superintendent Nazir Ahmed Khan told Dhaka Tribune.&nbsp;What did BNP claim?&nbsp;BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has alleged that the case is an attempt to tarnish his party's image. “For 15 years, the Awami League has carried out a smear campaign against the Zia family, and now they are secretly spending money to continue that propaganda in order to damage the BNP’s reputation. A clear example of this is the recent incident in Muradnagar,” he said at a press briefing on June 29.&nbsp;“It is so disgraceful that I feel ashamed even to utter it. Yet, they tried to shift the blame onto us. Similar incidents are being orchestrated in other places as well,” he added.&nbsp;Bangladesh under protest, again&nbsp;A pool of students of Dhaka University staged marches in the campus condemning the rape of the Hindu woman. This was after the Bangladesh High Court directed authorities to remove the video of the assault that went viral on social media.&nbsp;&nbsp;

As per the report published in the Bangladeshi newspaper, the incident happened on  June 26, 2025, when Fazor Ali, 38, from Ramchandrapur Pachkitta village, allegedly broke into the survivor father’s house around 10 pm. 

Bangladesh is currently boiling after an alleged rape of a Hindu woman by a local politician from the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP). As per the Bangladeshi newspaper, Dhaka Tribune, Fazor Ali allegedly raped a 21-year-old woman from the Hindu comminute, a minority in the country, in Muradnagar upazila, Comilla. A total of five men were involved in the rape, among which three have nabbed for recording and sharing a video of the rape survivor on social media. As per the report published in the Bangladeshi newspaper, the incident happened on June 26, 2025, when Fazor Ali, 38, from Ramchandrapur Pachkitta village, allegedly broke into the survivor's father’s house around 10 pm. Th rape survivor was staying at her father's place with her children as her husband was in Dubai. The survivor filed a case against Ali the next day - on June 27, in the Muradnagar police station. The political leader was arrested around 5 am on Sunday in the Sayedabad area in Dhaka. He was later brought back to Comilla for legal proceedings. Four other men who were involved in the case were: Md Sumon, Ramzan Ali, Md Arif, and Md Anik have also been nabbed. What did the police say? As per the police, a neighbour of the survivor heard the loud noises at night and rushed to her house with other people, where he found that her door was broken. When they realised the woman had been assaulted, they beat Fazor Ali and sent him to a hospital. However, Fazor managed to escape later. “All five are in custody, and further legal steps are underway,” Superintendent Nazir Ahmed Khan told Dhaka Tribune. What did BNP claim? BNP Senior Joint Secretary General Ruhul Kabir Rizvi has alleged that the case is an attempt to tarnish his party's image. “For 15 years, the Awami League has carried out a smear campaign against the Zia family, and now they are secretly spending money to continue that propaganda in order to damage the BNP’s reputation. A clear example of this is the recent incident in Muradnagar,” he said at a press briefing on June 29. “It is so disgraceful that I feel ashamed even to utter it. Yet, they tried to shift the blame onto us. Similar incidents are being orchestrated in other places as well,” he added. Bangladesh under protest, again A pool of students of Dhaka University staged marches in the campus condemning the rape of the Hindu woman. This was after the Bangladesh High Court directed authorities to remove the video of the assault that went viral on social media.

As per the report published in the Bangladeshi newspaper, the incident happened on &nbsp;June 26, 2025, when Fazor Ali, 38, from Ramchandrapur Pachkitta village, allegedly broke into the survivor's father’s house around 10 pm.&nbsp;

Bangladesh in turmoil after BNP leader 'rapes' Hindu woman: Protest, slogans, demand for 'direct action' - All you need to know

India is stepping into a bold new era of defence innovation. According to recent updates from IADN and defence circles, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully developed the country’s first photonic radar, which is now getting ready for trial runs. This path-breaking system has been designed by the Electronics and Radar Development Establishment (LRDE), located in Bengaluru—a DRDO lab known for creating advanced radars like Arudhra, Aslesha, and Uttam AESA.&nbsp;But what exactly is a photonic radar, and why is it being seen as a game-changer for India’s national security?&nbsp;What is Photonic Radar?&nbsp;Unlike conventional radar systems that use electronic radio frequency (RF) circuits, photonic radar uses light-based technologies, such as lasers and optical fibres, to send and receive signals. In simple words, it works by turning light into radar signals—making them much more accurate, faster, and harder to block.&nbsp;Why It Matters&nbsp;1. Detects Even Stealth Targets – Photonic radars can spot objects that traditional radars miss, including stealth aircraft, drones, and missiles.2. Longer Range, Sharper Image – These radars can see farther and map targets in high-resolution 3D, useful for both surveillance and strike precision.3. Immune to Jamming – They are less affected by electronic warfare tactics that often try to blind or confuse traditional radars.4. Energy-Efficient – Since they use light, they generate less heat and operate more efficiently.&nbsp;Why China and Pakistan Should Be Worried&nbsp;China and Pakistan have both invested heavily in stealth aircraft and drone technology. China’s J-20 stealth fighter and Pakistan’s growing UAV fleet depend on staying “invisible” to regular radars. But India’s photonic radar could break that invisibility cloak.&nbsp;With its ultra-wide bandwidth, low signal noise, and high precision, India’s new radar may be able to spot threats early, even if they are designed to avoid detection. For Pakistan, which uses older radar systems and imports Chinese tech, this puts it at a clear disadvantage. For China, it challenges their strategic edge in the skies.Photonic radar is so advanced that it could be used in airborne warning systems—like those installed on aircraft to detect enemy planes, missiles, or drones from far away. Because photonic radar is extremely sensitive and accurate, it would make surprise attacks very difficult, as it can detect threats earlier and more clearly than traditional radar.&nbsp;As a result, this technology gives India a big advantage in defending itself—especially compared to nearby countries. It strengthens India’s position in regional military balance and makes its defense systems much harder to bypass or fool.&nbsp;Why Indians Should Care&nbsp;This radar is more than a defence tool—it’s a symbol of Atmanirbhar Bharat. Developing such cutting-edge technology within India reduces our reliance on foreign equipment and shows the world that we are ready to lead in futuristic warfare.&nbsp;If trials go well, DRDO’s photonic radar could soon become one of the most powerful systems of its kind, making our borders smarter, safer, and stronger.&nbsp;

This path-breaking system has been designed by the Electronics and Radar Development Establishment (LRDE), located in Bengaluru—a DRDO lab known for creating advanced radars like Arudhra, Aslesha, and Uttam AESA.

India is stepping into a bold new era of defence innovation. According to recent updates from IADN and defence circles, the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully developed the country’s first photonic radar, which is now getting ready for trial runs. This path-breaking system has been designed by the Electronics and Radar Development Establishment (LRDE), located in Bengaluru—a DRDO lab known for creating advanced radars like Arudhra, Aslesha, and Uttam AESA. But what exactly is a photonic radar, and why is it being seen as a game-changer for India’s national security? What is Photonic Radar? Unlike conventional radar systems that use electronic radio frequency (RF) circuits, photonic radar uses light-based technologies, such as lasers and optical fibres, to send and receive signals. In simple words, it works by turning light into radar signals—making them much more accurate, faster, and harder to block. Why It Matters 1. Detects Even Stealth Targets – Photonic radars can spot objects that traditional radars miss, including stealth aircraft, drones, and missiles. 2. Longer Range, Sharper Image – These radars can see farther and map targets in high-resolution 3D, useful for both surveillance and strike precision. 3. Immune to Jamming – They are less affected by electronic warfare tactics that often try to blind or confuse traditional radars. 4. Energy-Efficient – Since they use light, they generate less heat and operate more efficiently. Why China and Pakistan Should Be Worried China and Pakistan have both invested heavily in stealth aircraft and drone technology. China’s J-20 stealth fighter and Pakistan’s growing UAV fleet depend on staying “invisible” to regular radars. But India’s photonic radar could break that invisibility cloak. With its ultra-wide bandwidth, low signal noise, and high precision, India’s new radar may be able to spot threats early, even if they are designed to avoid detection. For Pakistan, which uses older radar systems and imports Chinese tech, this puts it at a clear disadvantage. For China, it challenges their strategic edge in the skies. Photonic radar is so advanced that it could be used in airborne warning systems—like those installed on aircraft to detect enemy planes, missiles, or drones from far away. Because photonic radar is extremely sensitive and accurate, it would make surprise attacks very difficult, as it can detect threats earlier and more clearly than traditional radar. As a result, this technology gives India a big advantage in defending itself—especially compared to nearby countries. It strengthens India’s position in regional military balance and makes its defense systems much harder to bypass or fool. Why Indians Should Care This radar is more than a defence tool—it’s a symbol of Atmanirbhar Bharat. Developing such cutting-edge technology within India reduces our reliance on foreign equipment and shows the world that we are ready to lead in futuristic warfare. If trials go well, DRDO’s photonic radar could soon become one of the most powerful systems of its kind, making our borders smarter, safer, and stronger.

This path-breaking system has been designed by the Electronics and Radar Development Establishment (LRDE), located in Bengaluru—a DRDO lab known for creating advanced radars like Arudhra, Aslesha, and Uttam AESA.

DRDO’s photonic radar: India’s light weapon shakes China and Pakistan

A debate on President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” of tax breaks and sweeping cuts to healthcare and food programmes was initiated by the United States Senate on Sunday ahead of Monday's session. The bill was narrowly passed by the House last month, and since then, Senate Republicans have been working to put their mark on the legislation in order to avoid the delicate balance in the lower chamber.According to a report in CBS News, the House will be required to approve the changes to the bill by the Senate before it reaches the desk of the president for signature. Meanwhile, lawmakers are going ahead quickly to get the measure signed by July 4.The Congressional Budget Office estimated that the legislation would increase the deficit by nearly $3.3 trillion over the coming years. The bill will increase spending for border security, energy production, and defence, which are offset in part by cuts to healthcare and nutrition programs.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-senate-rejects-bid-to-curb-trump-s-war-powers-on-iran-potus-can-strike-tehran-again-whenever-he-wants-without-congress-authorisation-1751069697657">US Senate rejects bid to curb Trump’s war powers on Iran; POTUS can strike Tehran again, whenever he wants, without Congress authorisation</a>Senate Republicans pushed the legislation forward late Saturday, with all but two GOP senators backing the move after hours of delay spent resolving last-minute concerns and negotiating changes to win over sceptics. The procedural vote remained open for more than three hours as Republican leaders offered reassurances and adjusted parts of the bill to gain the necessary support.Meanwhile, Senate Democrats slowed the process by forcing a full reading of the bill, which began late Saturday and lasted nearly 16 hours. Once the reading ended, formal debate began, with each side allotted 10 hours. Democrats are expected to use all their time to strongly oppose the bill.<h3>When will the Senate begin a "vote-a-rama"?</h3>The GOP is advancing the measure using the budget reconciliation process, which enables the majority party to pass legislation without needing bipartisan support. This approach only requires a simple majority rather than the usual 60-vote threshold, leaving Democrats with limited tools to stop the bill.In addition, the Senate will begin a "vote-a-rama," after the debate, in which it could offer an unlimited number of amendments and force the chamber to cast vote after vote. The process was likely to begin in the early morning on Monday, but the Senate added on late Sunday that once the debate ended, it would not reconvene until 9 a.m.With a 53-seat majority, Senate Republican leaders can afford to lose the backing of only three members—any more would require Vice President JD Vance to cast a tie-breaking vote. While several GOP senators who had earlier opposed the measure ultimately voted to advance it on Saturday, their stance on the final vote remains uncertain.Senate Majority Leader John Thune stated on Saturday that “it’s time to get this legislation across the finish line,” noting that full agreement among all 53 members is unrealistic. However, he emphasised that Republicans remain “united in our commitment to the goals of this bill.” &nbsp;

Senate Republicans pushed the legislation forward late Saturday, with all but two GOP senators backing the move after hours of delay spent resolving last-minute concerns and negotiating changes to win over sceptics.

A debate on President Donald Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” of tax breaks and sweeping cuts to healthcare and food programmes was initiated by the United States Senate on Sunday ahead of Monday's session. The bill was narrowly passed by the House last month, and since then, Senate Republicans have been working to put their mark on the legislation in order to avoid the delicate balance in the lower chamber. According to a report in CBS News, the House will be required to approve the changes to the bill by the Senate before it reaches the desk of the president for signature. Meanwhile, lawmakers are going ahead quickly to get the measure signed by July 4. The Congressional Budget Office estimated that the legislation would increase the deficit by nearly $3.3 trillion over the coming years. The bill will increase spending for border security, energy production, and defence, which are offset in part by cuts to healthcare and nutrition programs. Also read: US Senate rejects bid to curb Trump’s war powers on Iran; POTUS can strike Tehran again, whenever he wants, without Congress authorisation Senate Republicans pushed the legislation forward late Saturday, with all but two GOP senators backing the move after hours of delay spent resolving last-minute concerns and negotiating changes to win over sceptics. The procedural vote remained open for more than three hours as Republican leaders offered reassurances and adjusted parts of the bill to gain the necessary support. Meanwhile, Senate Democrats slowed the process by forcing a full reading of the bill, which began late Saturday and lasted nearly 16 hours. Once the reading ended, formal debate began, with each side allotted 10 hours. Democrats are expected to use all their time to strongly oppose the bill. When will the Senate begin a "vote-a-rama"? The GOP is advancing the measure using the budget reconciliation process, which enables the majority party to pass legislation without needing bipartisan support. This approach only requires a simple majority rather than the usual 60-vote threshold, leaving Democrats with limited tools to stop the bill. In addition, the Senate will begin a "vote-a-rama," after the debate, in which it could offer an unlimited number of amendments and force the chamber to cast vote after vote. The process was likely to begin in the early morning on Monday, but the Senate added on late Sunday that once the debate ended, it would not reconvene until 9 a.m. With a 53-seat majority, Senate Republican leaders can afford to lose the backing of only three members—any more would require Vice President JD Vance to cast a tie-breaking vote. While several GOP senators who had earlier opposed the measure ultimately voted to advance it on Saturday, their stance on the final vote remains uncertain. Senate Majority Leader John Thune stated on Saturday that “it’s time to get this legislation across the finish line,” noting that full agreement among all 53 members is unrealistic. However, he emphasised that Republicans remain “united in our commitment to the goals of this bill.”

Senate Republicans pushed the legislation forward late Saturday, with all but two GOP senators backing the move after hours of delay spent resolving last-minute concerns and negotiating changes to win over sceptics.

US Senate begins debate on Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ ahead of final vote

Iranian officials have indicated that the recent American B2 bomber and missile strikes on Iran's nuclear sites were not as devastating as they had expected, the Washington Post reported on Sunday (June 29), citing unnamed US intelligence sources. According to the report, the US intelligence intercepted communications between senior Iranian officials. The officials, as per the paper, wondered “why the strikes were not as destructive and extensive as they had anticipated.”&nbsp;<h2>Report contradicts Trump, US govt claims on destroying Iran nuclear sites</h2>The report came amid claims by US President Donald Trump on the effectiveness of the strikes that ended the 12-day war between Iran and Israel.&nbsp;Trump had insisted on several occasions that the strikes “completely and totally obliterated” the Iranian nuclear programme. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/trumps-optimism-maximum-pressure-for-iran-nuclear-deal-9073088/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/trumps-optimism-maximum-pressure-for-iran-nuclear-deal-9073088/embed</a>&nbsp;<h2>White House calls the intercepted call report 'nonsense'</h2>In a sharp reaction, the White House described the alleged Iranian conversation as “out-of-context leaks” and “nonsense.” “Their nuclear weapons programme is over,” insisted Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, echoing the stance of Trump.&nbsp;Another intelligence official cited in the WP report asked not to depend only on a single intercepted call to assess the damage, saying. “A single phone call... is not the same as an intelligence assessment.”<h2>Uncertainty remains on extent of damage to Iranian nuclear sites</h2>The report, and the White House rebuttal, came amid questions on the extent of damage caused to the Iranian nuclear programme by the US strikes. The US had deployed bunker buster bombs from B2 stealth bombers, and submarine-launched Tomahawk missiles to strike the nuclear sites buried deep underground.&nbsp;Reports soon after those strikes said, citing intelligence inputs and satellite imagery, that Iran might have moved some 400 kg of 60 per cent enriched uranium out of these sites. Remember that 60 per cent enriched uranium is near weapons-grade, which is 90 per cent.&nbsp;There are also indications that the entrances of the facilities were sealed, and underground structures might still be intact.<h2>Claims and counterclaims on US strikes on Iran</h2>As questions began to arise, Trump railed against both the media and the opposition Democrats. He called the intelligence leaks to media 'criminal'. He played down as 'premature' an initial Pentagon assessment that the damage might delay Iran's nuclear programme only by months. “They should be prosecuted!” he said in a post on Truth Social.&nbsp;Trump officials made claims of varying degrees of success, with one saying that the US destroyed the 'metal conversion facility' at a nuclear site. CIA Director John Ratcliffe told the US Congress that key sites were “completely destroyed”, adding it would take years for Iran to rebuild them.&nbsp;Democratic Senator Chris Murphy said the US has not obliterated the Iranian nuclear programme as claimed by Trump, adding, "You cannot bomb knowledge out of existence.”&nbsp;Republican Senator Lindsey Graham acknowledged that the threat from Iran remains, even as he described 'obliteration' as a good word.&nbsp; Rafael Grossi, the chief of UN nuclear watchdog International Atomic Energy Agency, said there was&nbsp; "very serious level of damage” to the Iranian nuclear sites, but added that Iran still has some capability.<h2>How did Iran react to the attack on its nuclear sites?</h2>On the Iranian side, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei dismissed Trump’s claims, saying the US “was unable to do anything important” with the strike. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that the impacts on the programme from the attack were 'not little'&nbsp;

Another intelligence official cited in the report asked not to depend only on a single intercepted call to assess the damage.

Iranian officials have indicated that the recent American B2 bomber and missile strikes on Iran's nuclear sites were not as devastating as they had expected, the Washington Post reported on Sunday (June 29), citing unnamed US intelligence sources. According to the report, the US intelligence intercepted communications between senior Iranian officials. The officials, as per the paper, wondered “why the strikes were not as destructive and extensive as they had anticipated.” Report contradicts Trump, US govt claims on destroying Iran nuclear sites The report came amid claims by US President Donald Trump on the effectiveness of the strikes that ended the 12-day war between Iran and Israel. Trump had insisted on several occasions that the strikes “completely and totally obliterated” the Iranian nuclear programme. https://www.wionews.com/videos/trumps-optimism-maximum-pressure-for-iran-nuclear-deal-9073088/embed White House calls the intercepted call report 'nonsense' In a sharp reaction, the White House described the alleged Iranian conversation as “out-of-context leaks” and “nonsense.” “Their nuclear weapons programme is over,” insisted Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, echoing the stance of Trump. Another intelligence official cited in the WP report asked not to depend only on a single intercepted call to assess the damage, saying. “A single phone call... is not the same as an intelligence assessment.” Uncertainty remains on extent of damage to Iranian nuclear sites The report, and the White House rebuttal, came amid questions on the extent of damage caused to the Iranian nuclear programme by the US strikes. The US had deployed bunker buster bombs from B2 stealth bombers, and submarine-launched Tomahawk missiles to strike the nuclear sites buried deep underground. Reports soon after those strikes said, citing intelligence inputs and satellite imagery, that Iran might have moved some 400 kg of 60 per cent enriched uranium out of these sites. Remember that 60 per cent enriched uranium is near weapons-grade, which is 90 per cent. There are also indications that the entrances of the facilities were sealed, and underground structures might still be intact. Claims and counterclaims on US strikes on Iran As questions began to arise, Trump railed against both the media and the opposition Democrats. He called the intelligence leaks to media 'criminal'. He played down as 'premature' an initial Pentagon assessment that the damage might delay Iran's nuclear programme only by months. “They should be prosecuted!” he said in a post on Truth Social. Trump officials made claims of varying degrees of success, with one saying that the US destroyed the 'metal conversion facility' at a nuclear site. CIA Director John Ratcliffe told the US Congress that key sites were “completely destroyed”, adding it would take years for Iran to rebuild them. Democratic Senator Chris Murphy said the US has not obliterated the Iranian nuclear programme as claimed by Trump, adding, "You cannot bomb knowledge out of existence.” Republican Senator Lindsey Graham acknowledged that the threat from Iran remains, even as he described 'obliteration' as a good word. Rafael Grossi, the chief of UN nuclear watchdog International Atomic Energy Agency, said there was "very serious level of damage” to the Iranian nuclear sites, but added that Iran still has some capability. How did Iran react to the attack on its nuclear sites? On the Iranian side, Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei dismissed Trump’s claims, saying the US “was unable to do anything important” with the strike. Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that the impacts on the programme from the attack were 'not little'

Another intelligence official cited in the WP report asked not to depend only on a single intercepted call to assess the damage, saying. “A single phone call... is not the same as an intelligence assessment.”

B2 bombers failed? US intel intercepts Iranian officials saying US strikes on nuclear sites less damaging, says report

Doctors in China came across a strange case where an 8-year-old girl threw up live worms consecutively for a month. The girl was from Yangzhou City in Jiangsu province in China, South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported. Doctors treated her and investigated that the cause of the issue was something so common in a household - drain flies, also known as moth flies. The child was vomiting live larvae, approximately 1 centimetre long, indicating a severe infestation. Although her other family members were fine - which indicated that the issue was not contagious. When her health started deteriorating, the girl was taken to many doctors, but none of them could find the actual cause of the medical problem.&nbsp;&nbsp;At last, the girl was taken to the Children's Hospital of Soochow University in Jiangsu, where a doctor, Zhang Bingbing, suggested that her family submit the samples to the local Centre for Disease Control and Prevention. A staff member at the centre identified the worms. The worms were previously identified in the body of a 60-year-old woman.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/court-cancels-israel-pm-netanyahu-s-testimony-in-corruption-trial-this-week-1751254204348/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/court-cancels-israel-pm-netanyahu-s-testimony-in-corruption-trial-this-week-1751254204348/embed</a>&nbsp;The moth flies are small insects with distinctive heart-shaped wings. They thrive in environments rich in organic matter, such as clogged drains.&nbsp;The SCMP report quoted Xu Yuhui, who is a department chief at the Yangzhou Centre for Disease Control and Prevention. He explained that the drain flies' larvae had contaminated the running underground water. &nbsp;"When the child brushes her teeth or flushes the toilet, the worms might enter her system through splashes of water," Xu said in the report.&nbsp;&nbsp;

When her health started deteriorating, the girl was taken to many doctors, but none of them could find the actual cause of the medical problem.

Doctors in China came across a strange case where an 8-year-old girl threw up live worms consecutively for a month. The girl was from Yangzhou City in Jiangsu province in China, South China Morning Post (SCMP) reported. Doctors treated her and investigated that the cause of the issue was something so common in a household - drain flies, also known as moth flies. The child was vomiting live larvae, approximately 1 centimetre long, indicating a severe infestation. Although her other family members were fine - which indicated that the issue was not contagious. When her health started deteriorating, the girl was taken to many doctors, but none of them could find the actual cause of the medical problem. At last, the girl was taken to the Children's Hospital of Soochow University in Jiangsu, where a doctor, Zhang Bingbing, suggested that her family submit the samples to the local Centre for Disease Control and Prevention. A staff member at the centre identified the worms. The worms were previously identified in the body of a 60-year-old woman. https://www.wionews.com/videos/court-cancels-israel-pm-netanyahu-s-testimony-in-corruption-trial-this-week-1751254204348/embed The moth flies are small insects with distinctive heart-shaped wings. They thrive in environments rich in organic matter, such as clogged drains. The SCMP report quoted Xu Yuhui, who is a department chief at the Yangzhou Centre for Disease Control and Prevention. He explained that the drain flies' larvae had contaminated the running underground water. "When the child brushes her teeth or flushes the toilet, the worms might enter her system through splashes of water," Xu said in the report.

When her health started deteriorating, the girl was taken to many doctors, but none of them could find the actual cause of the medical problem.

Chinese girl, 8, vomits live worms for a month - THIS is why

A top cleric of Iran has called the US President Donald Trump and the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu the "enemies of God" in a newly issued fatwa (an Islamic judgement). Iran's Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi issued the fatwa while urging Muslims across the world to take action.&nbsp;A suspect opened fire on firefighters responding to a blaze near Canfield Mountain in northern Idaho in the US on Sunday, killing two and sparking a police operation to track down the shooter, who was still active in the area by afternoon. Authorities confirmed that emergency crews had reached the scene of the fire around 1:30 pm local time.&nbsp;US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Jun 29) appeared to downplay concerns about recent aggressive actions linked to China — including the arrest of two Chinese nationals accused of smuggling a dangerous agricultural pathogen into the United States — saying such moves are simply part of how global affairs operate.&nbsp;Click on the headlines to read more&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-enemies-of-god-iran-cleric-issues-fatwa-against-trump-and-netanyahu-here-s-what-it-says-1751253737121">'Enemies of God'? Iran cleric issues fatwa against Trump and Netanyahu | Here's what it says</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250630/image-1751253961952.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="'Enemies of God'? Iran cleric issues fatwa against Trump and Netanyahu | Here's what it says"></figure>A top cleric of Iran has called the US President Donald Trump and the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu the "enemies of God" in a newly issued fatwa (an Islamic judgement). Iran's Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi issued the fatwa while urging Muslims across the world to take action.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/firefighters-attacked-in-idaho-two-killed-gunman-at-large-1751243400309">Firefighters attacked in Idaho; two killed in sniper fire, gunman at large</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250630/image-1751244695630.jpg?rect=(0,404,1206,905)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Firefighters attacked in Idaho; two killed in sniper fire, gunman at large"></figure>A suspect opened fire on firefighters responding to a blaze near Canfield Mountain in northern Idaho in the US on Sunday, killing two and sparking a police operation to track down the shooter, who was still active in the area by afternoon. Authorities confirmed that emergency crews had reached the scene of the fire around 1:30 pm local time.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-downplays-china-threat-after-pathogen-smuggling-case-says-that-s-the-way-the-world-works-it-s-a-nasty-world-1751249068703">Trump downplays China threat after pathogen smuggling case, says 'That's the way the world works. It's a nasty world'</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250630/image-1751249375398.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Trump downplays China threat after pathogen smuggling case, says 'That's the way the world works. It's a nasty world'"></figure>US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Jun 29) appeared to downplay concerns about recent aggressive actions linked to China — including the arrest of two Chinese nationals accused of smuggling a dangerous agricultural pathogen into the United States — saying such moves are simply part of how global affairs operate.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/beyonce-escapes-major-mishap-after-car-malfunctions-mid-air-during-cowboy-carter-tour-1751249190227">Beyonce escapes major mishap after car malfunctions mid-air during Cowboy Carter Tour</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250630/image-1751249935721.jpg?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;imwidth=800&amp;imheight=600&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Beyonce escapes major mishap after car malfunctions mid-air during Cowboy Carter Tour"></figure>American singer Beyonce is in full swing with her ongoing Cowboy Carter Tour, which commenced on April 28 in Inglewood. Beyonce was recently performing in her hometown Houston, but she had to face a scary situation in which a car malfunctioned and got stuck mid-air while she was performing a song.&nbsp;WATCH | Puri stampede: probe to be completed in 30 days, ex‑gratia announced for victim's families<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/puri-stampede-probe-to-be-completed-in-30-days-ex-gratia-announced-for-victim-s-families-1751255094241/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/puri-stampede-probe-to-be-completed-in-30-days-ex-gratia-announced-for-victim-s-families-1751255094241/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

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A top cleric of Iran has called the US President Donald Trump and the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu the "enemies of God" in a newly issued fatwa (an Islamic judgement). Iran's Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi issued the fatwa while urging Muslims across the world to take action. A suspect opened fire on firefighters responding to a blaze near Canfield Mountain in northern Idaho in the US on Sunday, killing two and sparking a police operation to track down the shooter, who was still active in the area by afternoon. Authorities confirmed that emergency crews had reached the scene of the fire around 1:30 pm local time. US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Jun 29) appeared to downplay concerns about recent aggressive actions linked to China — including the arrest of two Chinese nationals accused of smuggling a dangerous agricultural pathogen into the United States — saying such moves are simply part of how global affairs operate. Click on the headlines to read more 'Enemies of God'? Iran cleric issues fatwa against Trump and Netanyahu | Here's what it says A top cleric of Iran has called the US President Donald Trump and the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu the "enemies of God" in a newly issued fatwa (an Islamic judgement). Iran's Grand Ayatollah Naser Makarem Shirazi issued the fatwa while urging Muslims across the world to take action. Firefighters attacked in Idaho; two killed in sniper fire, gunman at large A suspect opened fire on firefighters responding to a blaze near Canfield Mountain in northern Idaho in the US on Sunday, killing two and sparking a police operation to track down the shooter, who was still active in the area by afternoon. Authorities confirmed that emergency crews had reached the scene of the fire around 1:30 pm local time. Trump downplays China threat after pathogen smuggling case, says 'That's the way the world works. It's a nasty world' US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Jun 29) appeared to downplay concerns about recent aggressive actions linked to China — including the arrest of two Chinese nationals accused of smuggling a dangerous agricultural pathogen into the United States — saying such moves are simply part of how global affairs operate. Beyonce escapes major mishap after car malfunctions mid-air during Cowboy Carter Tour American singer Beyonce is in full swing with her ongoing Cowboy Carter Tour, which commenced on April 28 in Inglewood. Beyonce was recently performing in her hometown Houston, but she had to face a scary situation in which a car malfunctioned and got stuck mid-air while she was performing a song. WATCH | Puri stampede: probe to be completed in 30 days, ex‑gratia announced for victim's families https://www.wionews.com/videos/puri-stampede-probe-to-be-completed-in-30-days-ex-gratia-announced-for-victim-s-families-1751255094241/embed

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Idaho authorities on Sunday night (Jun 29) found a "deceased male" near a "firearm" on Canfield Mountain. The discovery comes after at least two firefighters were killed in what was an apparent ambush as they responded to a wildfire in the northwestern US state of Idaho. During an early morning press conference on Monday (Jun 30), the Kootenai Sheriff's Office said that based on the preliminary assessment, they believe there was only one shooter. They also said that the assailant's body had to be moved to another location because the wildfire was still blazing on the mountain. The identity of the suspect is yet to be released.Watch | Idaho ambush: Two firefighters killed while responding to brush fire, manhunt underway for gunman<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/idaho-ambush-two-firefighters-killed-while-responding-to-brush-fire-manhunt-underway-for-gunman-1751252409940/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/idaho-ambush-two-firefighters-killed-while-responding-to-brush-fire-manhunt-underway-for-gunman-1751252409940/embed</a><h2>Kootenai County Sheriff's Department's latest statement on the Idaho shooting</h2>"This evening, members of the SWAT team located a deceased male on Canfield Mountain," said a statement from Idaho's Kootenai County sheriff's department, adding that "a firearm was found nearby."A statement confirmed that the shelter-in-place order, implemented amid a stand-off involving authorities and an unspecified number of gunmen, "is being lifted". However, the release added that “Residents in the area are advised to be prepared and ready should further action need to be taken”.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GuqKW9DXEAAACjr?format=jpg&amp;name=large" alt="Image"></figure><h2>What happened in Idaho?</h2>On Sunday, firefighters responding to a wildfire on Canfield Mountain were ambushed by unknown assailants. Authorities confirmed that emergency crews had reached the scene of the fire around 1:30 pm local time. About 30 minutes later, gunshots were reported. The attack, as per the sheriff, was carried out with high-powered rifles.Idaho Governor Brad Little called the act "a heinous direct assault on our brave firefighters". He added that "multiple heroic firefighters were attacked today while responding to a fire in North Idaho. This is a heinous direct assault on our brave firefighters. I ask all Idahoans to pray for them and their families as we wait to learn more".&nbsp;

 In a statement, the Kootenai Sheriff's Office said that additional information will be released at a news conference scheduled for 12:30 am ET.

Idaho authorities on Sunday night (Jun 29) found a "deceased male" near a "firearm" on Canfield Mountain. The discovery comes after at least two firefighters were killed in what was an apparent ambush as they responded to a wildfire in the northwestern US state of Idaho. During an early morning press conference on Monday (Jun 30), the Kootenai Sheriff's Office said that based on the preliminary assessment, they believe there was only one shooter. They also said that the assailant's body had to be moved to another location because the wildfire was still blazing on the mountain. The identity of the suspect is yet to be released. Watch | Idaho ambush: Two firefighters killed while responding to brush fire, manhunt underway for gunman https://www.wionews.com/videos/idaho-ambush-two-firefighters-killed-while-responding-to-brush-fire-manhunt-underway-for-gunman-1751252409940/embed Kootenai County Sheriff's Department's latest statement on the Idaho shooting "This evening, members of the SWAT team located a deceased male on Canfield Mountain," said a statement from Idaho's Kootenai County sheriff's department, adding that "a firearm was found nearby." A statement confirmed that the shelter-in-place order, implemented amid a stand-off involving authorities and an unspecified number of gunmen, "is being lifted". However, the release added that “Residents in the area are advised to be prepared and ready should further action need to be taken”. What happened in Idaho? On Sunday, firefighters responding to a wildfire on Canfield Mountain were ambushed by unknown assailants. Authorities confirmed that emergency crews had reached the scene of the fire around 1:30 pm local time. About 30 minutes later, gunshots were reported. The attack, as per the sheriff, was carried out with high-powered rifles. Idaho Governor Brad Little called the act "a heinous direct assault on our brave firefighters". He added that "multiple heroic firefighters were attacked today while responding to a fire in North Idaho. This is a heinous direct assault on our brave firefighters. I ask all Idahoans to pray for them and their families as we wait to learn more".

&nbsp;In a statement, the Kootenai Sheriff's Office said that additional information will be released at a news conference scheduled for 12:30 am ET.

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