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A Mexican ship that rammed into the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday (May 17) night, killing two and injuring several others, faced a mechanical failure due to which it lost its steering capacity, reported the New York Post, citing sources.&nbsp;The shocking video showed the Mexican Navy’s 147-foot-tall showboat, the Cuauhatemoc, hit the New York City bridge as crew members panicked and clung for their lives from the rigging.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mexican-navy-ship-hits-brooklyn-bridge-1747539271301">Two killed, several injured after Mexican Navy Ship hit Brooklyn Bridge | VIDEO</a>&nbsp;The navy confirmed that 22 of its crew members were injured in the accident, among whom three were seriously injured.&nbsp;“The Secretary of the Navy renews its commitment to the safety of personnel, transparency in its operations and excellent training for future officers of the Mexican Armada,” it wrote.&nbsp;Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-leo-xiv-calls-for-peace-and-unity-in-inaugural-mass-before-global-leaders-1747591198528">Pope Leo XIV calls for peace and unity in inaugural Mass before global leaders</a>&nbsp;The investigation into the incident is underway to determine what led to the tragic accident.&nbsp;&nbsp;According to sources cited by the outlet, the 43-year-old vessel was on its way to the Brooklyn waterfront to refuel, following which it was set to sail to Iceland. The ship had plenty of diesel when it appeared to have lost its steering ability due to a mechanical failure when it slammed into the bridge, carried by powerful East River currents.&nbsp;Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-diagnosed-with-aggressive-form-of-prostate-cancer-here-s-all-you-need-to-know-1747623384226">Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive form' of prostate cancer. Here's all you need to know</a>&nbsp;The ship left the Mexican port of Acapulco on April 6 with 277 people onboard, and was scheduled to visit 22 ports in 15 nations, including Kingston, Jamaica; Havana, Cuba; Cozumel, Mexico; and New York.&nbsp;Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indian-origin-man-living-in-us-calls-to-scrap-h1b-visa-programme-1747588734059">Indian-origin man living in US calls to scrap H-1B visa programme: 'Should be sent back to their home countries'</a>&nbsp;The ship was scheduled to go to Reykjavik, Iceland; Bordeaux, Saint Malo and Dunkirk, France; and Aberdeen, Scotland, among others.

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The navy confirmed that 22 of its crew members were injured in the accident, among whom three were seriously injured.

A Mexican ship that rammed into the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday (May 17) night, killing two and injuring several others, faced a mechanical failure due to which it lost its steering capacity, reported the New York Post, citing sources. The shocking video showed the Mexican Navy’s 147-foot-tall showboat, the Cuauhatemoc, hit the New York City bridge as crew members panicked and clung for their lives from the rigging. Also read | Two killed, several injured after Mexican Navy Ship hit Brooklyn Bridge | VIDEO The navy confirmed that 22 of its crew members were injured in the accident, among whom three were seriously injured. “The Secretary of the Navy renews its commitment to the safety of personnel, transparency in its operations and excellent training for future officers of the Mexican Armada,” it wrote. Also read | Pope Leo XIV calls for peace and unity in inaugural Mass before global leaders The investigation into the incident is underway to determine what led to the tragic accident. According to sources cited by the outlet, the 43-year-old vessel was on its way to the Brooklyn waterfront to refuel, following which it was set to sail to Iceland. The ship had plenty of diesel when it appeared to have lost its steering ability due to a mechanical failure when it slammed into the bridge, carried by powerful East River currents. Also read | Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive form' of prostate cancer. Here's all you need to know The ship left the Mexican port of Acapulco on April 6 with 277 people onboard, and was scheduled to visit 22 ports in 15 nations, including Kingston, Jamaica; Havana, Cuba; Cozumel, Mexico; and New York. Also read | Indian-origin man living in US calls to scrap H-1B visa programme: 'Should be sent back to their home countries' The ship was scheduled to go to Reykjavik, Iceland; Bordeaux, Saint Malo and Dunkirk, France; and Aberdeen, Scotland, among others.

The navy confirmed that 22 of its crew members were injured in the accident, among whom three were seriously injured.

Mexican Navy ship that crashed into Brooklyn Bridge lost its steering. Here’s what we know

Israel has agreed to allow food into the Gaza Strip, but only a "basic amount". This comes after a two-month-long aid blockade and as Israel ramps up its largest ground offensive in weeks.The decision, as per reports, comes amid mounting international pressure to lift the total blockade imposed over two months ago.<h2>To avoid a 'hunger crisis'</h2>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office, in a statement, said that the "basic amount of food for the population" aims to prevent a "hunger crisis" could not develop in the Gaza Strip.Also read | <a href="https://west-asia/israeli-air-strike-destroys-hamas-tv-building-176982">Israeli air strike destroys Hamas TV building</a>"Israel will authorise the entry of a basic amount of food for the population to ensure that a hunger crisis does not develop in the Gaza Strip", it said.Such a crisis could derail its military objectives, it said, adding that Israel would "act to prevent Hamas from seizing this humanitarian aid".Tel Aviv claimed that its blockade — in place since March 2 — was aimed at forcing concessions from Palestinian militant group Hamas.<h2>Too little, too late?</h2>Since the start of the blockade, UN agencies have warned of critical shortages of food, clean water, fuel, and medicines.Last week, Donald Trump, the President of the United States, a critical ally for Israel, also acknowledged that a "lot of people are starving", vowing "we're going to get that taken care of".Citing Marwan al-Hams, director of field hospitals at Gaza's health ministry, AFP reports that "57 children have died in Gaza as a result of famine" since the blockade began on March 2 — though the news agency said it could not independently verify the figure.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-army-says-intercepted-missile-fired-from-yemen-1747533274275">Israeli army says intercepted missile fired from Yemen</a><h2>Full-scale ground assault kicks off as food trickles in</h2>The announcement of basic food being allowed follows a dramatic escalation as the Israeli military on Sunday launched "extensive ground operations throughout the northern and southern Gaza Strip", saying it was deploying forces in "key positions" to defeat Hamas and free hostages.Over 50 people were reportedly killed in Israeli airstrikes Sunday alone, including civilians sheltering in tents in Al-Mawasi.Speaking to news agency AFP, Warda al-Shaer, a grieving survivor, said, "All my family members are gone. There is no one left"."The children were killed as well as their parents. My mother died too, and my niece lost her eye."&nbsp;&nbsp;

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu office, in a statement, said that the basic amount of food for the population aims to prevent a hunger crisis could not develop in the Gaza Strip.

Israel has agreed to allow food into the Gaza Strip, but only a "basic amount". This comes after a two-month-long aid blockade and as Israel ramps up its largest ground offensive in weeks. The decision, as per reports, comes amid mounting international pressure to lift the total blockade imposed over two months ago. To avoid a 'hunger crisis' Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office, in a statement, said that the "basic amount of food for the population" aims to prevent a "hunger crisis" could not develop in the Gaza Strip. Also read | Israeli air strike destroys Hamas TV building "Israel will authorise the entry of a basic amount of food for the population to ensure that a hunger crisis does not develop in the Gaza Strip", it said. Such a crisis could derail its military objectives, it said, adding that Israel would "act to prevent Hamas from seizing this humanitarian aid". Tel Aviv claimed that its blockade — in place since March 2 — was aimed at forcing concessions from Palestinian militant group Hamas. Too little, too late? Since the start of the blockade, UN agencies have warned of critical shortages of food, clean water, fuel, and medicines. Last week, Donald Trump, the President of the United States, a critical ally for Israel, also acknowledged that a "lot of people are starving", vowing "we're going to get that taken care of". Citing Marwan al-Hams, director of field hospitals at Gaza's health ministry, AFP reports that "57 children have died in Gaza as a result of famine" since the blockade began on March 2 — though the news agency said it could not independently verify the figure. Also read | Israeli army says intercepted missile fired from Yemen Full-scale ground assault kicks off as food trickles in The announcement of basic food being allowed follows a dramatic escalation as the Israeli military on Sunday launched "extensive ground operations throughout the northern and southern Gaza Strip", saying it was deploying forces in "key positions" to defeat Hamas and free hostages. Over 50 people were reportedly killed in Israeli airstrikes Sunday alone, including civilians sheltering in tents in Al-Mawasi. Speaking to news agency AFP, Warda al-Shaer, a grieving survivor, said, "All my family members are gone. There is no one left". "The children were killed as well as their parents. My mother died too, and my niece lost her eye."

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office, in a statement, said that the "basic amount of food for the population" aims to prevent a "hunger crisis" could not develop in the Gaza Strip.

Israel allows food into starving Gaza after 2 months — but only 'basic amount'

Former US president Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer. The disease has now spread to his bones, his office announced in a statement on Sunday (May 18). The statement said Biden was diagnosed with "prostate cancer, characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone." It further revealed that the former president is struggling with the disease, which appears to be hormone-sensitive. &nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-allows-food-into-starving-gaza-after-2-months-but-only-basic-amount-1747622074816">Israel allows food into starving Gaza after 2 months — but only 'basic amount'</a>&nbsp;"The President and his family are reviewing treatment options with his physicians," Biden's office said. &nbsp;Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-diagnosed-with-aggressive-form-of-prostate-cancer-here-s-all-you-need-to-know-1747623384226">Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive form' of prostate cancer. Here's all you need to know</a>&nbsp;This came after Biden a small nodule was found in prostate after which Biden was evaluated.<h2>Reactions of colleague</h2>After the announcement came, US President and Biden's political rival Donald Trump said he was "saddened" by the news.Trump took to his social media platform Truth Social and wrote, "We extend our warmest and best wishes to Jill and the family, and we wish Joe a fast and successful recovery." &nbsp;Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pope-leo-xiv-calls-for-peace-and-unity-in-inaugural-mass-before-global-leaders-1747591198528">Pope Leo XIV calls for peace and unity in inaugural Mass before global leaders</a>&nbsp;Biden's vice-president, who stepped in as the nominee for president after Biden stepped down, said "Joe is a fighter." &nbsp;"I know he will face this challenge with the same strength, resilience, and optimism that have always defined his life and leadership. We are hopeful for a full and speedy recovery," Harris wrote. &nbsp;Former President Barak Obama also wished for Biden's full recovery in a message on X. "Michelle and I are thinking of the entire Biden family. Nobody has done more to find breakthrough treatments for cancer in all its forms than Joe, and I am certain he will fight this challenge with his trademark resolve and grace. We pray for a fast and full recovery," he wrote.&nbsp;Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/steve-witkoff-watched-netflix-shows-to-understand-diplomacy-1747561872658">Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff watched Netflix shows to understand his job</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

Former US president Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer. The disease has now spread to his bones, his office announced in a statement on Sunday (May 18). 

Former US president Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer. The disease has now spread to his bones, his office announced in a statement on Sunday (May 18). The statement said Biden was diagnosed with "prostate cancer, characterized by a Gleason score of 9 (Grade Group 5) with metastasis to the bone." It further revealed that the former president is struggling with the disease, which appears to be hormone-sensitive. Also read: Israel allows food into starving Gaza after 2 months — but only 'basic amount' "The President and his family are reviewing treatment options with his physicians," Biden's office said. Also read: Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive form' of prostate cancer. Here's all you need to know This came after Biden a small nodule was found in prostate after which Biden was evaluated. Reactions of colleague After the announcement came, US President and Biden's political rival Donald Trump said he was "saddened" by the news. Trump took to his social media platform Truth Social and wrote, "We extend our warmest and best wishes to Jill and the family, and we wish Joe a fast and successful recovery." Also read: Pope Leo XIV calls for peace and unity in inaugural Mass before global leaders Biden's vice-president, who stepped in as the nominee for president after Biden stepped down, said "Joe is a fighter." "I know he will face this challenge with the same strength, resilience, and optimism that have always defined his life and leadership. We are hopeful for a full and speedy recovery," Harris wrote. Former President Barak Obama also wished for Biden's full recovery in a message on X. "Michelle and I are thinking of the entire Biden family. Nobody has done more to find breakthrough treatments for cancer in all its forms than Joe, and I am certain he will fight this challenge with his trademark resolve and grace. We pray for a fast and full recovery," he wrote. Also read: Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff watched Netflix shows to understand his job

Former US president Joe Biden has been diagnosed with an "aggressive form" of prostate cancer. The disease has now spread to his bones, his office announced in a statement on Sunday (May 18).&nbsp;

Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive form' of prostate cancer. Here's all you need to know

Pope Leo XIV, the newly elected supreme pontiff, was greeted by crowds of faithful as he arrived in St Peter’s Square for his inauguration Mass, attended by world leaders and religious delegations, and said there is too much discord, too many wounds caused by hatred, violence, and prejudice in the present times.“In this, our time, we still see too much discord, too many wounds caused by hatred, violence, prejudice, the fear of difference, and an economic paradigm that exploits the Earth’s resources and marginalises the poorest,” Pope Leo XIV said in his homily. &nbsp;At the end of the Mass, the new pope expressed hope for negotiations to bring a “just and lasting peace” in Ukraine and offered prayers for the people of Gaza — children, families, and elderly who are “reduced to hunger,” he said.&nbsp;However, he made no mention of the hostages taken by Hamas from Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, as Francis usually did when praying for Gaza.&nbsp;‘United Church required for achieving peace’ &nbsp;Pope Leo also emphasised that “a united Church” is required for achieving peace.“Brothers and sisters, I would like that our first great desire be for a united church, a sign of unity and communion, which becomes a leaven for a reconciled world,” he said, in Italian.The pontiff's words, delivered in front of world political leaders, reaffirmed the role he envisions for the Vatican—as a space for dialogue and mediation.&nbsp;Earlier, Pope Leo officially opened his pontificate by taking his first popemobile tour through the piazza. The 69-year-old Augustinian missionary smiled and waved as he as welcomed by a sea of faithful ahead of the inaugural Mass marking the start of his papacy.St Peter’s Square was filled with international delegations and religious leaders from across the globe. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, US Vice President JD Vance, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky were among the guests.Around 700 bishops and priests, more than 2,000 members of the clergy, and hundreds of deacons were also among the attendees. Pope Leo XIV was visibly moved as he received the pallium and the Fisherman’s Ring, two of the most significant symbols marking the beginning of a pontificate. He then delivered his homily, in which he paid tribute to Pope Francis, saying, “His death filled our hearts with sorrow.” &nbsp;‘Ukraine awaits negotiations for a just and lasting peace’&nbsp;At the close of his inauguration Mass, Pope Leo XIV turned his thoughts to war-torn regions as he recited the Regina Caeli.He reminded the faithful in attendance that “Ukraine awaits negotiations for a just and lasting peace.”&nbsp;Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Pope Leo XIV after his inauguration and thanked the Vatican for its readiness to host direct talks between Ukraine and Russia. &nbsp;Zelenksy said he had a good meeting with Vice President Vance and Secretary of State Rubio after the mass.“We discussed the talks in Istanbul, where the Russians sent a low-level delegation that had no decision-making authority,” he posted on Telegram.&nbsp;“I reaffirmed Ukraine’s readiness for real diplomacy and emphasized the importance of a full and unconditional ceasefire as soon as possible.”“Pressure on Russia must continue until it is ready to stop the war,” he said, while offering thanks to the American people for their support.

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At the end of the Mass, the new pope expressed hope for negotiations to bring a “just and lasting peace” in Ukraine and offered prayers for the people of Gaza — children, families, and elderly who are “reduced to hunger,” he said, but made no mention of the hostages taken by Hamas.

Pope Leo XIV, the newly elected supreme pontiff, was greeted by crowds of faithful as he arrived in St Peter’s Square for his inauguration Mass, attended by world leaders and religious delegations, and said there is too much discord, too many wounds caused by hatred, violence, and prejudice in the present times. “In this, our time, we still see too much discord, too many wounds caused by hatred, violence, prejudice, the fear of difference, and an economic paradigm that exploits the Earth’s resources and marginalises the poorest,” Pope Leo XIV said in his homily. At the end of the Mass, the new pope expressed hope for negotiations to bring a “just and lasting peace” in Ukraine and offered prayers for the people of Gaza — children, families, and elderly who are “reduced to hunger,” he said. However, he made no mention of the hostages taken by Hamas from Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, as Francis usually did when praying for Gaza. ‘United Church required for achieving peace’ Pope Leo also emphasised that “a united Church” is required for achieving peace. “Brothers and sisters, I would like that our first great desire be for a united church, a sign of unity and communion, which becomes a leaven for a reconciled world,” he said, in Italian. The pontiff's words, delivered in front of world political leaders, reaffirmed the role he envisions for the Vatican—as a space for dialogue and mediation. Earlier, Pope Leo officially opened his pontificate by taking his first popemobile tour through the piazza. The 69-year-old Augustinian missionary smiled and waved as he as welcomed by a sea of faithful ahead of the inaugural Mass marking the start of his papacy. St Peter’s Square was filled with international delegations and religious leaders from across the globe. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, US Vice President JD Vance, and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky were among the guests. Around 700 bishops and priests, more than 2,000 members of the clergy, and hundreds of deacons were also among the attendees. Pope Leo XIV was visibly moved as he received the pallium and the Fisherman’s Ring, two of the most significant symbols marking the beginning of a pontificate. He then delivered his homily, in which he paid tribute to Pope Francis, saying, “His death filled our hearts with sorrow.” ‘Ukraine awaits negotiations for a just and lasting peace’ At the close of his inauguration Mass, Pope Leo XIV turned his thoughts to war-torn regions as he recited the Regina Caeli. He reminded the faithful in attendance that “Ukraine awaits negotiations for a just and lasting peace.” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Pope Leo XIV after his inauguration and thanked the Vatican for its readiness to host direct talks between Ukraine and Russia. Zelenksy said he had a good meeting with Vice President Vance and Secretary of State Rubio after the mass. “We discussed the talks in Istanbul, where the Russians sent a low-level delegation that had no decision-making authority,” he posted on Telegram. “I reaffirmed Ukraine’s readiness for real diplomacy and emphasized the importance of a full and unconditional ceasefire as soon as possible.” “Pressure on Russia must continue until it is ready to stop the war,” he said, while offering thanks to the American people for their support.

At the end of the Mass, the new pope expressed hope for negotiations to bring a “just and lasting peace” in Ukraine and offered prayers for the people of Gaza — children, families, and elderly who are “reduced to hunger,” he said, but made no mention of the hostages taken by Hamas.

Pope Leo XIV calls for peace and unity in inaugural Mass before global leaders

An Indian-origin man in the US identified as Rohit Joy has come under fire for calling for all H-1B visas to expire and for visa holders to be sent back to their home countries.&nbsp;"All H-1B visas should expire, the program should be ended, and visa holders should be sent back to their home countries. It has nothing to do with keeping America competitive. Our major national competitors don't bring in large numbers of foreign workers," Rohit Joy wrote on X.&nbsp;Joy expressed his opinion in response to a post by Republican Congressman Rich McCormick, who had voiced support for expanding domestic visa renewals for H-1B.&nbsp;WATCH | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/indian-nationals-face-increased-us-visa-delays-and-detentions-8868229">Indian nationals face increased U.S. visa delays and detentions</a>&nbsp;What is H-1B visa? &nbsp;The H-1B visa programme in the US allows employers to hire skilled foreign workers in speciality occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree. H-1B visas are initially granted for three years and can be extended up to six years. In 2024, a pilot programme to renew H1B visas from within the US was launched. The initiative was recommended by Indian-American entrepreneur Ajay Jain Bhutoria. In a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, several Congress members said that the government should consider renewing the 2024 pilot program for domestic visa renewals and expand it to include additional E, H, I, L, O or P visas to “ease burdens on workers and businesses alike”. At present, individuals must get their visas renewed at the US embassy in their home countries.&nbsp;&nbsp;Read More |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/web-stories/india-news/work-visas-and-work-permits-whats-the-difference-1713295821027"> Work Visas and Work Permits: What's the Difference?</a>&nbsp;Bhutoria wrote, "I'm thrilled to see bipartisan support for domestic visa renewal! The pilot programme, launched based on my recommendation to the WHIAANHPI Commission &amp; implemented by the State Dept, is a step forward." Sharing the official US Congress document addressed to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, he added, "@SecRubio, domestic visa renewal is the right move. Happy to share details!"&nbsp; &nbsp;

Joy expressed his opinion in response to a post by Republican Congressman Rich McCormick, who had voiced support for expanding domestic visa renewals for H-1B.

An Indian-origin man in the US identified as Rohit Joy has come under fire for calling for all H-1B visas to expire and for visa holders to be sent back to their home countries. "All H-1B visas should expire, the program should be ended, and visa holders should be sent back to their home countries. It has nothing to do with keeping America competitive. Our major national competitors don't bring in large numbers of foreign workers," Rohit Joy wrote on X. Joy expressed his opinion in response to a post by Republican Congressman Rich McCormick, who had voiced support for expanding domestic visa renewals for H-1B. WATCH | Indian nationals face increased U.S. visa delays and detentions What is H-1B visa? The H-1B visa programme in the US allows employers to hire skilled foreign workers in speciality occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree. H-1B visas are initially granted for three years and can be extended up to six years. In 2024, a pilot programme to renew H1B visas from within the US was launched. The initiative was recommended by Indian-American entrepreneur Ajay Jain Bhutoria. In a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, several Congress members said that the government should consider renewing the 2024 pilot program for domestic visa renewals and expand it to include additional E, H, I, L, O or P visas to “ease burdens on workers and businesses alike”. At present, individuals must get their visas renewed at the US embassy in their home countries. Read More | Work Visas and Work Permits: What's the Difference? Bhutoria wrote, "I'm thrilled to see bipartisan support for domestic visa renewal! The pilot programme, launched based on my recommendation to the WHIAANHPI Commission & implemented by the State Dept, is a step forward." Sharing the official US Congress document addressed to Secretary of State Marco Rubio, he added, "@SecRubio, domestic visa renewal is the right move. Happy to share details!"

Joy expressed his opinion in response to a post by Republican Congressman Rich McCormick, who had voiced support for expanding domestic visa renewals for H-1B.

Indian-origin man living in US calls to scrap H-1B visa programme: 'Should be sent back to their home countries'

Ukraine has said that Russia launched its largest drone attack since the start of the full-scale war, with hundreds of drones targeting multiple regions, including the capital Kyiv. One woman was killed on the outskirts of the city and at least three others were injured.According to Ukraine’s air force, Russia had fired 273 drones by 08:00 on Sunday morning, hitting central areas such as Kyiv and the regions of Dnipropetrovsk and Donetsk in the east.Of the total drones, 88 were intercepted, while another 128 reportedly went off course without causing damage.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/99-russian-soldiers-die-for-every-kilometre-gained-in-ukraine-and-putin-doesnt-seem-to-care-9030092">‘Low quality troops, high casualties’: 99 Russian soldiers die for every kilometre gained in Ukraine and Putin doesn’t seem to care</a><h2>Attack comes before Trump-Putin call</h2>The drone strikes took place just one day before a scheduled phone call between former US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump has been pushing for a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict.Ahead of that conversation, leaders of key European nations, including Germany, France, Poland, and the UK, were expected to hold a virtual meeting with Trump on Sunday, according to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.<h2>Face-to-face talks yield little progress</h2>Friday saw the first direct meeting between Russian and Ukrainian officials in more than three years, held in Turkey. The discussions, however, led only to an agreement on a prisoner swap and no breakthrough on broader issues.Ukrainian officials expressed frustration, suggesting that Moscow had no real intention of ending the war."For Russia, the negotiations [on Friday] in Istanbul are just a pretence. Putin wants war," said Andriy Yermak, a senior adviser to President Volodymyr Zelensky.<h2>Russia shows no signs of de-escalation</h2>Ukrainian authorities believe the drone strikes are a clear sign that Moscow remains committed to continuing the war effort, despite rising calls for peace from the international community.Saturday night’s bombardment broke the previous record set on 23 February, when 267 drones were launched on the third anniversary of the full-scale invasion.<h2>Zelensky visits Vatican, meets new Pope</h2>Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was in the Vatican on Sunday, where he held a private meeting with Pope Leo following the pontiff’s inauguration mass. He also had a short discussion with US Vice President JD Vance during his visit to Rome.

The drone strikes took place just one day before a scheduled phone call between former US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump has been pushing for a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict.

Ukraine has said that Russia launched its largest drone attack since the start of the full-scale war, with hundreds of drones targeting multiple regions, including the capital Kyiv. One woman was killed on the outskirts of the city and at least three others were injured. According to Ukraine’s air force, Russia had fired 273 drones by 08:00 on Sunday morning, hitting central areas such as Kyiv and the regions of Dnipropetrovsk and Donetsk in the east. Of the total drones, 88 were intercepted, while another 128 reportedly went off course without causing damage. Also read: ‘Low quality troops, high casualties’: 99 Russian soldiers die for every kilometre gained in Ukraine and Putin doesn’t seem to care Attack comes before Trump-Putin call The drone strikes took place just one day before a scheduled phone call between former US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump has been pushing for a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict. Ahead of that conversation, leaders of key European nations, including Germany, France, Poland, and the UK, were expected to hold a virtual meeting with Trump on Sunday, according to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Face-to-face talks yield little progress Friday saw the first direct meeting between Russian and Ukrainian officials in more than three years, held in Turkey. The discussions, however, led only to an agreement on a prisoner swap and no breakthrough on broader issues. Ukrainian officials expressed frustration, suggesting that Moscow had no real intention of ending the war. "For Russia, the negotiations [on Friday] in Istanbul are just a pretence. Putin wants war," said Andriy Yermak, a senior adviser to President Volodymyr Zelensky. Russia shows no signs of de-escalation Ukrainian authorities believe the drone strikes are a clear sign that Moscow remains committed to continuing the war effort, despite rising calls for peace from the international community. Saturday night’s bombardment broke the previous record set on 23 February, when 267 drones were launched on the third anniversary of the full-scale invasion. Zelensky visits Vatican, meets new Pope Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was in the Vatican on Sunday, where he held a private meeting with Pope Leo following the pontiff’s inauguration mass. He also had a short discussion with US Vice President JD Vance during his visit to Rome.

The drone strikes took place just one day before a scheduled phone call between former US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump has been pushing for a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict.

'Putin wants war': Russia sends 273 drones across Ukraine in largest attack since war began, hours before Trump-Putin talks

Top Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist, Razullah Nizamani, alias <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/top-let-terrorist-abu-safiullah-brain-behind-big-attacks-in-india-killed-in-pak-1747580430596">Abu Saifullah Khalid</a> was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Pakistan’s Sindh province on Sunday, PTI reported, citing officials. This comes days after India's Operation Sindoor killed as many as 100 terrorists in Pakistan's terror sites.&nbsp;Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz, has said that Mohammed Sinwar, a top Hamas commander and younger brother of Yahya Sinwar, was "likely killed" in an airstrike on Gaza last week.&nbsp;Click on the headlines for more&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/let-terrorist-abu-saifullah-killed-in-pakistan-list-of-attacks-he-planned-in-india-1747581798253">LeT terrorist Abu Saifullah killed in Pak: List of attacks he planned in India</a>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250518/image-1747583783680.webp?width=752&amp;height=423&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="LeT terrorist Abu Saifullah killed in Pak: List of attacks he planned in India"></figure>Top Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist, Razullah Nizamani, alias <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/top-let-terrorist-abu-safiullah-brain-behind-big-attacks-in-india-killed-in-pak-1747580430596">Abu Saifullah Khalid</a> was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Pakistan’s Sindh province&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-hamas-leader-mohammed-sinwar-body-gaza-1747566717396">Israel says Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar likely dead; body found in tunnel</a>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250518/image-1747567326750.png?width=1920&amp;height=1080&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Israel says Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar likely dead; body found in tunnel"></figure>&nbsp;Speaking during a closed-door meeting with parliamentarians, Israel's Defence Minister Katz said, “Based on all indications, Mohammed Sinwar was killed.”&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/imf-imposes-11-conditions-on-pakistan-citing-tensions-with-india-report-1747578608960">IMF imposes 11 conditions on Pakistan citing tensions with India: Report</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250518/image-1747579621919.webp?width=1920&amp;height=1080&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="IMF imposes 11 conditions on Pakistan citing tensions with India: Report"></figure>The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has slapped 11 new conditions on Pakistan for the release of the next tranche of its bailout programme. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/pakistan/pak-pm-shehbaz-says-he-went-swimming-after-india-strike-on-nur-khan-airbase-1747569230919">Pak PM Shehbaz says he went swimming after India's strike on Nur Khan airbase</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250518/image-1747569937697.webp?width=1200&amp;height=675&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Pak PM Shehbaz says he went swimming after India's strike on Nur Khan airbase"></figure>Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has admitted that he went swimming when India launched Operation Sindoor on the terror sites in Pakistan and Army Chief General Asim Munir personally called to inform that Indian missiles have hit the Nur Khan Airbase.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/steve-witkoff-watched-netflix-shows-to-understand-diplomacy-1747561872658">Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff watched Netflix shows to understand his job</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250518/image-1747563918548.webp?width=1000&amp;height=563&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff watched Netflix shows to understand his job"></figure>US President Donald Trump's envoy to the Middle East - Steve Witkoff - watched Netflix documentaries to understand his job.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/youtuber-jyoti-malhotra-india-pakistan-tensions-operation-sindoor-1747580097816">‘They were developing her as asset’: How Pakistan used YouTuber&nbsp;Jyoti&nbsp;Malhotra</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250518/image-1747580607844.png?width=1920&amp;height=1080&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="‘They were developing her as asset’: How Pakistan used YouTuber&nbsp;Jyoti&nbsp;Malhotra"></figure>A travel blogger’s arrest has stirred major concern, as police now claim that social media influencers are being targeted by foreign operatives to spread propaganda and gather sensitive data.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-pakistan-foreign-minister-ishaq-dar-china-wang-yi-afghanistan-1747583778404">'In wake of Pak-India conflict': Pak FM to hold talks with China,&nbsp;Afghanistan</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250518/image-1747584207973.png?width=1920&amp;height=1080&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="'In wake of Pak-India conflict': Pak FM to hold talks with China,&nbsp;Afghanistan"></figure>Pakistan’s deputy prime minister and foreign minister Ishaq Dar is heading to China on Monday (May 19) to meet his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, marking his first foreign trip since the recent India-Pakistan military tensions.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/boycott-turkey-iit-bombay-cuts-ties-with-turkish-universities-pakistan-1747570281173">IIT Bombay cuts ties with Turkish universities amid boycott over support to Pak</a> &nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250518/image-1747570884435.png?width=1920&amp;height=1080&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="IIT Bombay cuts ties with Turkish universities amid boycott over support to Pak"></figure>The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has announced it is suspending its academic agreements with universities in Turkey, citing the country’s support for Pakistan following recent cross-border tensions.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/cannes-film-festival-robert-pattinson-s-die-my-love-receive-nine-minute-standing-ovation-1747542824254">Cannes 2025: Robert Pattinson's Die, My Love receive 9-minute standing ovation</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250518/image-1747546339890.jpg?width=1280&amp;height=720&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Cannes 2025: Robert Pattinson's Die, My Love receive 9-minute standing ovation"></figure>The 78th Cannes Film Festival is grabbing attention worldwide for all the right reasons. Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson's thriller Die, My Love was revealed at the prestigious film festival and received applause from the audience.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/nrai-to-launch-shooting-league-of-india-from-november-1747563208634">NRAI to launch Shooting League of India from November</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250518/image-1747563620780.jpg?width=512&amp;height=288&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="NRAI to launch Shooting League of India from November"></figure>The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) has approved big plans for the first-ever Shooting League of India (SLI), with the launch of mixed team events in all the main shooting disciplines. &nbsp;

Top 10 news: LeT terrorist killed in Pak; Hamas head Sinwar's body found, & more

Top Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist, Razullah Nizamani, alias Abu Saifullah Khalid was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Pakistan’s Sindh province on Sunday, PTI reported, citing officials. This comes days after India's Operation Sindoor killed as many as 100 terrorists in Pakistan's terror sites. Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz, has said that Mohammed Sinwar, a top Hamas commander and younger brother of Yahya Sinwar, was "likely killed" in an airstrike on Gaza last week. Click on the headlines for more LeT terrorist Abu Saifullah killed in Pak: List of attacks he planned in India Top Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorist, Razullah Nizamani, alias Abu Saifullah Khalid was shot dead by unidentified gunmen in Pakistan’s Sindh province Israel says Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar likely dead; body found in tunnel Speaking during a closed-door meeting with parliamentarians, Israel's Defence Minister Katz said, “Based on all indications, Mohammed Sinwar was killed.” IMF imposes 11 conditions on Pakistan citing tensions with India: Report The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has slapped 11 new conditions on Pakistan for the release of the next tranche of its bailout programme. Pak PM Shehbaz says he went swimming after India's strike on Nur Khan airbase Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has admitted that he went swimming when India launched Operation Sindoor on the terror sites in Pakistan and Army Chief General Asim Munir personally called to inform that Indian missiles have hit the Nur Khan Airbase. Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff watched Netflix shows to understand his job US President Donald Trump's envoy to the Middle East - Steve Witkoff - watched Netflix documentaries to understand his job. ‘They were developing her as asset’: How Pakistan used YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra A travel blogger’s arrest has stirred major concern, as police now claim that social media influencers are being targeted by foreign operatives to spread propaganda and gather sensitive data. 'In wake of Pak-India conflict': Pak FM to hold talks with China, Afghanistan Pakistan’s deputy prime minister and foreign minister Ishaq Dar is heading to China on Monday (May 19) to meet his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi, marking his first foreign trip since the recent India-Pakistan military tensions. IIT Bombay cuts ties with Turkish universities amid boycott over support to Pak The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has announced it is suspending its academic agreements with universities in Turkey, citing the country’s support for Pakistan following recent cross-border tensions. Cannes 2025: Robert Pattinson's Die, My Love receive 9-minute standing ovation The 78th Cannes Film Festival is grabbing attention worldwide for all the right reasons. Jennifer Lawrence and Robert Pattinson's thriller Die, My Love was revealed at the prestigious film festival and received applause from the audience. NRAI to launch Shooting League of India from November The National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) has approved big plans for the first-ever Shooting League of India (SLI), with the launch of mixed team events in all the main shooting disciplines.

Here are the top 10 stories from across the world. &nbsp;

Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz, has said that Mohammed Sinwar, a top Hamas commander and younger brother of Yahya Sinwar, was "likely killed" in an airstrike on Gaza last week.Speaking during a closed-door meeting with parliamentarians, Katz said, “Based on all indications, Mohammed Sinwar was killed.” The Israeli military had targeted underground infrastructure beneath the European Hospital in Khan Younis, believing Hamas was operating there, according to The Wall Street Journal.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/one-killed-and-four-injured-in-bomb-explosion-in-palm-springs-1747546151613">'Intentional act of terrorism'? One killed, four injured in bomb explosion in California</a><h2>Reports say Sinwar’s body found in a tunnel</h2>Saudi broadcaster Al-Hadath reported that Sinwar's body was found in a tunnel under Khan Younis, along with the bodies of ten of his aides. The report also claimed that Mohammad Shabana, the commander of Hamas's Rafah Brigade, may have been killed in the same strike.However, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have not officially confirmed Sinwar’s death.Palestinian health officials said the strike killed six people and injured more than 40 others.<h2>Sinwar rose after Yahya’s death</h2>Mohammed Sinwar stepped up as a key figure in Gaza after Israel reportedly killed his brother, Yahya Sinwar, last October. Yahya was the mastermind behind the 7 October 2023 Hamas-led attack on Israel that ignited the ongoing war in Gaza.Mohammed Sinwar, born in Khan Younis in 1975, followed in his brother’s footsteps and joined Hamas in the late 1980s or early 1990s. He was arrested by Israeli forces in 1991 for suspected militant activity and spent less than a year in jail. He was also imprisoned for several years by the Palestinian Authority in Ramallah during the 1990s.Until now, he was believed to be one of the last top Hamas military commanders still alive inside Gaza.

Speaking during a closed-door meeting with parliamentarians, Israel's Defence Minister Katz said, “Based on all indications, Mohammed Sinwar was killed.”

Israel's Defence Minister, Israel Katz, has said that Mohammed Sinwar, a top Hamas commander and younger brother of Yahya Sinwar, was "likely killed" in an airstrike on Gaza last week. Speaking during a closed-door meeting with parliamentarians, Katz said, “Based on all indications, Mohammed Sinwar was killed.” The Israeli military had targeted underground infrastructure beneath the European Hospital in Khan Younis, believing Hamas was operating there, according to The Wall Street Journal. Also read: 'Intentional act of terrorism'? One killed, four injured in bomb explosion in California Reports say Sinwar’s body found in a tunnel Saudi broadcaster Al-Hadath reported that Sinwar's body was found in a tunnel under Khan Younis, along with the bodies of ten of his aides. The report also claimed that Mohammad Shabana, the commander of Hamas's Rafah Brigade, may have been killed in the same strike. However, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have not officially confirmed Sinwar’s death. Palestinian health officials said the strike killed six people and injured more than 40 others. Sinwar rose after Yahya’s death Mohammed Sinwar stepped up as a key figure in Gaza after Israel reportedly killed his brother, Yahya Sinwar, last October. Yahya was the mastermind behind the 7 October 2023 Hamas-led attack on Israel that ignited the ongoing war in Gaza. Mohammed Sinwar, born in Khan Younis in 1975, followed in his brother’s footsteps and joined Hamas in the late 1980s or early 1990s. He was arrested by Israeli forces in 1991 for suspected militant activity and spent less than a year in jail. He was also imprisoned for several years by the Palestinian Authority in Ramallah during the 1990s. Until now, he was believed to be one of the last top Hamas military commanders still alive inside Gaza.

Speaking during a closed-door meeting with parliamentarians, Israel's Defence Minister Katz said, “Based on all indications, Mohammed Sinwar was killed.”

Israel says Hamas leader Mohammed Sinwar likely dead; body found in tunnel

US President Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff to the Middle East watched Netflix documentaries to understand his job. A former real estate mogul with no experience in international relations spoke to The Atlantic and revealed that he watched shows like Turning Point: The Vietnam War to research diplomatic relations. &nbsp;On questions over his qualifications for the job, Witkoff said, “Diplomacy is negotiation. I’ve been doing it my whole life.” Earlier, a report also stated that <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/3-hours-2-proposals-secret-putin-witkoff-meet-puts-direct-talks-on-table-where-does-the-russia-ukraine-peace-plan-stand-now-9002380">Witkoff</a> broke with long-standing protocol by not employing his own interpreter during three high-level meetings with Russia’s Vladimir Putin, opting instead to rely on translators from the Kremlin.&nbsp;Read more | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trumps-middle-east-trip-us-president-saudi-arabia-qatar-uae-syria-iran-nuclear-deal-russia-ukraine-ahmed-al-sharaa-mbs-boeing-9076557">Can Trump's Middle East tour be geopolitical shift for US? Top 6 takeaways from US president's major trip</a>&nbsp;Witkoff was brought into the Trump administration as a Middle East envoy tasked with negotiating a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, but his role has expanded to include trying to broker a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine.&nbsp;Donald Trump recently wrapped up his &nbsp;three-nation&nbsp;Middle East tour. Trump visited Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and sealed several investment deals in what is being seen as a new era for the US-Middle East relationship. From meeting Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Riyadh to visiting a mosque in Abu Dhabi to getting involved in the controversy of "gift diplomacy," Trump's Middle East trip showed his newfound affection for the region vis-a-vis business prospects as well as his aim to expand Abraham Accords and take credit similar to the one in his first term.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/mosque-visit-soccer-ball-and-new-friendships-trump-wraps-up-middle-east-trip-qatar-uae-saudi-arabia-see-pics-9076445">Mosque visit, soccer ball and new friendships: Trump wraps up Middle East trip</a>&nbsp;Trump administration defends Witkoff &nbsp;“Steve Witkoff is a trusted friend of President Trump, and he left behind a massive business enterprise to serve our country as a Special Envoy,” the statement read. “The President is incredibly proud of all Mr. Witkoff has accomplished to help restore peace through strength, and he will continue to leverage Mr. Witkoff’s talents to advance his America First foreign policy vision.”

Steve Witkoff watched Netflix shows to understand his job

US President Donald Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff to the Middle East watched Netflix documentaries to understand his job. A former real estate mogul with no experience in international relations spoke to The Atlantic and revealed that he watched shows like Turning Point: The Vietnam War to research diplomatic relations. On questions over his qualifications for the job, Witkoff said, “Diplomacy is negotiation. I’ve been doing it my whole life.” Earlier, a report also stated that Witkoff broke with long-standing protocol by not employing his own interpreter during three high-level meetings with Russia’s Vladimir Putin, opting instead to rely on translators from the Kremlin. Read more | Can Trump's Middle East tour be geopolitical shift for US? Top 6 takeaways from US president's major trip Witkoff was brought into the Trump administration as a Middle East envoy tasked with negotiating a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, but his role has expanded to include trying to broker a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine. Donald Trump recently wrapped up his three-nation Middle East tour. Trump visited Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and sealed several investment deals in what is being seen as a new era for the US-Middle East relationship. From meeting Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Riyadh to visiting a mosque in Abu Dhabi to getting involved in the controversy of "gift diplomacy," Trump's Middle East trip showed his newfound affection for the region vis-a-vis business prospects as well as his aim to expand Abraham Accords and take credit similar to the one in his first term. Read More | Mosque visit, soccer ball and new friendships: Trump wraps up Middle East trip Trump administration defends Witkoff “Steve Witkoff is a trusted friend of President Trump, and he left behind a massive business enterprise to serve our country as a Special Envoy,” the statement read. “The President is incredibly proud of all Mr. Witkoff has accomplished to help restore peace through strength, and he will continue to leverage Mr. Witkoff’s talents to advance his America First foreign policy vision.”

US President Donald Trump's envoy &nbsp;to the Middle East - Steve Witkoff - watched Netflix documentaries to understand his job.

Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff watched Netflix shows to understand his job

Two people were killed and several injured after Mexican navy sailing ship hit the &nbsp;Brooklyn Bridge in New York on Saturday (May 17). Multiple videos surfaced on social media showed the moment the accident happened.&nbsp;

Videos showed the top of the ship hitting the bridge and collapsing partially. The ship was continued floating.Some of the surfaced videos also showed a few people hanging the masts that were collapsed after hitting the bridge.&nbsp;“We saw someone dangling, and I couldn't tell if it was just blurry or my eyes, and we were able to zoom in on our phone and there was someone dangling from the harness from the top for like at least like 15 minutes before they were able to rescue them,” a witness told The Associated Press (AP).&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">In an absolutely stunning modern metaphor a ship blaring Mexican music and flying a massive Mexican flag just got destroyed by the Brooklyn bridge. Can’t make it up<a href="https://t.co/AUJy0q3oFB">pic.twitter.com/AUJy0q3oFB</a>&mdash; Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson) <a href="https://twitter.com/bennyjohnson/status/1923910988941689302?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 18, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The Mexican navy said that the ship, Cuauhtemoc, was around 97 feet long and 40 feet wide academy training vessel. The navy said it was damaged n an accident with the Brooklyn Bridge that prevented it from continuing its voyage.The navy took to the social media platform X and confirmed that 22 of its crew members were injured in the accident among which, three were seriously injured. &nbsp;“The Secretary of the Navy renews its commitment to the safety of personnel, transparency in its operations and excellent training for future officers of the Mexican Armada,” it wrote. &nbsp;The ship left the Mexican port of Acapulco on April 6 with 277 people onboard, and was scheduled to visit 22 ports in 15 nations, including Kingston, Jamaica; Havana, Cuba; Cozumel, Mexico; and New York.

The ship was scheduled to go to Reykjavik, Iceland; Bordeaux, Saint Malo and Dunkirk, France; and Aberdeen, Scotland, among others. &nbsp;

At least 22 people were injured after Mexican navy sailing ship hit the  Brooklyn Bridge in New York on Saturday (May 17). Multiple videos surfaced on social media showed the moment the accident happened. 

Two people were killed and several injured after Mexican navy sailing ship hit the Brooklyn Bridge in New York on Saturday (May 17). Multiple videos surfaced on social media showed the moment the accident happened.

Two killed, several injured after Mexican Navy Ship hit Brooklyn Bridge | VIDEO

One person was killed and at least four were injured in a bomb explosion near a reproductive health facility in Palm Springs, California on Saturday (May 17). The FBI called the incident an intentional act of terrorism".&nbsp;As per Reuters, the authorities have a person of interest in the custody and the investigation in underway. They are no searching for any suspect, Akil Davis, assistant director of the FBI's Los Angeles field office, told the agency.&nbsp;The person killed was near a vehicle that had been blown to pieces outside the clinic, operated by American Reproductive Centers, Davis said.&nbsp;The bomb was either in or around a car parked near the clinic, &nbsp;Mayor Ron deHarte of Palm Springs said. It exploded around &nbsp;100 miles (160 km) east of Los Angeles.&nbsp;"Make no mistake, this is an intentional act of terrorism," Davis said, adding the FBI would determine if it was an act of "international terrorism or a domestic terrorism."

One person was killed and at least four were injured in a bomb explosion near a reproductive health facility in Palm Springs, California on Saturday (May 17). 

One person was killed and at least four were injured in a bomb explosion near a reproductive health facility in Palm Springs, California on Saturday (May 17). The FBI called the incident an intentional act of terrorism". As per Reuters, the authorities have a person of interest in the custody and the investigation in underway. They are no searching for any suspect, Akil Davis, assistant director of the FBI's Los Angeles field office, told the agency. The person killed was near a vehicle that had been blown to pieces outside the clinic, operated by American Reproductive Centers, Davis said. The bomb was either in or around a car parked near the clinic, Mayor Ron deHarte of Palm Springs said. It exploded around 100 miles (160 km) east of Los Angeles. "Make no mistake, this is an intentional act of terrorism," Davis said, adding the FBI would determine if it was an act of "international terrorism or a domestic terrorism."

One person was killed and at least four were injured in a bomb explosion near a reproductive health facility in Palm Springs, California on Saturday (May 17). The FBI called the incident an intentional act of terrorism".

'Intentional act of terrorism'? One killed, four injured in bomb explosion in California

Severe storms that tore through the US states of Missouri, Kentucky and Virginia left more than 25 people dead, levelling homes and businesses while knocking out power for tens of thousands, authorities say.At least 18 people were killed in Kentucky in the storms Friday night, state governor Andy Beshear posted on X, while officials in Missouri said another seven were dead there.Two people were also killed by falling trees in Virginia, local media reported.Jamie Burns, 38, who lives with her husband and son in a trailer home in the town of London, Kentucky, fled to the basement of her sister's brick house while the storm destroyed 100 to 200 houses in the area."Things that have been here longer than I have, things that have been here for 30-plus years are just flat," Burns told AFP in a phone interview, her voice quavering."It's wild, because you'll look at one area and it's just smashed... totally flattened, like, not there anymore."Drone footage shared by local media showed scenes of devastation in London, with houses levelled and reduced to splinters and tree trunks standing bare, shorn of branches.More than 108,000 people were still without power across the three states late Saturday.Eastern Kentucky, an area historically known for its coal mines, is one of the poorest regions in the country."A lot of us live in manufactured homes that aren't safe for tornado weather," said Burns.&nbsp;‘One of the worst storms’ In Missouri, five people were killed in the major city of St. Louis, in what authorities said was one of the worst storms in its history, and two in Scott County, the State Highway Patrol said in a statement to AFP.More severe weather was forecast for Sunday night and Monday.Asked Saturday by a reporter whether it was the worst storm ever to hit St. Louis, Mayor Cara Spencer replied: "I would describe this as one of the worst storms -- absolutely. The devastation is truly heartbreaking."She said 38 people in the city were injured and some 5,000 buildings were damaged.In one St. Louis neighbourhood, a church was heavily damaged, according to CBS footage, and rescue workers continued to treat victims near the building Saturday morning."It's horrific for a tornado to come through here and cause this much damage to the residents and also to the church," Derrick Perkins, a pastor at the Centennial Christian Church, told CBS. "Our hearts are broken."Bruce Madison, who also works at the church, said the community was coming together in the face of the tragedy."Right now, we're just praying for... everybody that they're trying to find right now."While there were warnings ahead of the severe weather -- Beshear had protectively declared a state of emergency Friday -- the death toll may raise questions about whether sharp cuts by the Trump administration have left National Weather Service forecasting teams dangerously understaffed.An estimated 500 of the 4,200 NWS employees have been fired or taken early retirement this year, according to the Washington Post.The United States saw the second-highest number of tornadoes on record last year, with nearly 1,800, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), trailing only 2004.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

At least 18 people were killed in Kentucky in the storms Friday night, state governor Andy Beshear posted on X, while officials in Missouri said another seven were dead there.

Severe storms that tore through the US states of Missouri, Kentucky and Virginia left more than 25 people dead, levelling homes and businesses while knocking out power for tens of thousands, authorities say. At least 18 people were killed in Kentucky in the storms Friday night, state governor Andy Beshear posted on X, while officials in Missouri said another seven were dead there. Two people were also killed by falling trees in Virginia, local media reported. Jamie Burns, 38, who lives with her husband and son in a trailer home in the town of London, Kentucky, fled to the basement of her sister's brick house while the storm destroyed 100 to 200 houses in the area. "Things that have been here longer than I have, things that have been here for 30-plus years are just flat," Burns told AFP in a phone interview, her voice quavering. "It's wild, because you'll look at one area and it's just smashed... totally flattened, like, not there anymore." Drone footage shared by local media showed scenes of devastation in London, with houses levelled and reduced to splinters and tree trunks standing bare, shorn of branches. More than 108,000 people were still without power across the three states late Saturday. Eastern Kentucky, an area historically known for its coal mines, is one of the poorest regions in the country. "A lot of us live in manufactured homes that aren't safe for tornado weather," said Burns. ‘One of the worst storms’ In Missouri, five people were killed in the major city of St. Louis, in what authorities said was one of the worst storms in its history, and two in Scott County, the State Highway Patrol said in a statement to AFP. More severe weather was forecast for Sunday night and Monday. Asked Saturday by a reporter whether it was the worst storm ever to hit St. Louis, Mayor Cara Spencer replied: "I would describe this as one of the worst storms -- absolutely. The devastation is truly heartbreaking." She said 38 people in the city were injured and some 5,000 buildings were damaged. In one St. Louis neighbourhood, a church was heavily damaged, according to CBS footage, and rescue workers continued to treat victims near the building Saturday morning. "It's horrific for a tornado to come through here and cause this much damage to the residents and also to the church," Derrick Perkins, a pastor at the Centennial Christian Church, told CBS. "Our hearts are broken." Bruce Madison, who also works at the church, said the community was coming together in the face of the tragedy. "Right now, we're just praying for... everybody that they're trying to find right now." While there were warnings ahead of the severe weather -- Beshear had protectively declared a state of emergency Friday -- the death toll may raise questions about whether sharp cuts by the Trump administration have left National Weather Service forecasting teams dangerously understaffed. An estimated 500 of the 4,200 NWS employees have been fired or taken early retirement this year, according to the Washington Post. The United States saw the second-highest number of tornadoes on record last year, with nearly 1,800, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), trailing only 2004. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

At least 18 people were killed in Kentucky in the storms Friday night, state governor Andy Beshear posted on X, while officials in Missouri said another seven were dead there.

Severe storms, tornadoes kill more than 25 in Missouri, Kentucky and Virginia

The Israeli military said Sunday it had intercepted a missile fired from Yemen, where Houthi rebels have been launching strikes on Israel during its war against Hamas."Following the sirens that sounded a short while ago in several areas in Israel, a missile that was launched from Yemen was intercepted," the Israeli army said in a Telegram post.The Houthis have regularly fired missiles and drones at Israel since the war in Gaza broke out in October 2023, following an attack on Israel by the Houthis' Palestinian ally Hamas.On Friday, Israel bombed the Houthi-held Red Sea ports of Hodeida and Salif following three missile attacks in as many days. It threatened to target the Houthi leadership if the attacks continued.&nbsp;Houthi's warning&nbsp;The Houthi administration said the strikes "will be met with a painful response", according to the Houthi-run Saba news agency.The Houthis, who control swathes of Yemen, have launched missiles and drones targeting Israel and Red Sea shipping throughout the Gaza war, saying they act in solidarity with Palestinians.Their firing on the shipping route drew retaliatory strikes by the United States.However, in early May, the United States sealed a ceasefire with the Houthis that did not include Israel.Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Israeli army says it intercepted a missile fired from Yemen


The Israeli military said Sunday it had intercepted a missile fired from Yemen, where Houthi rebels have been launching strikes on Israel during its war against Hamas. "Following the sirens that sounded a short while ago in several areas in Israel, a missile that was launched from Yemen was intercepted," the Israeli army said in a Telegram post. The Houthis have regularly fired missiles and drones at Israel since the war in Gaza broke out in October 2023, following an attack on Israel by the Houthis' Palestinian ally Hamas. On Friday, Israel bombed the Houthi-held Red Sea ports of Hodeida and Salif following three missile attacks in as many days. It threatened to target the Houthi leadership if the attacks continued. Houthi's warning The Houthi administration said the strikes "will be met with a painful response", according to the Houthi-run Saba news agency. The Houthis, who control swathes of Yemen, have launched missiles and drones targeting Israel and Red Sea shipping throughout the Gaza war, saying they act in solidarity with Palestinians. Their firing on the shipping route drew retaliatory strikes by the United States. However, in early May, the United States sealed a ceasefire with the Houthis that did not include Israel. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

"Following the sirens that sounded a short while ago in several areas in Israel, a missile that was launched from Yemen was intercepted," the Israeli army said in a Telegram post.

Israeli army says intercepted missile fired from Yemen

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US President Donald Trump on Saturday (May 17) said that he would be dialling Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday, stressing that the agenda of the conversation will be "STOPPING THE BLOODBATH".<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-ceasefire-soon-trump-to-dial-putin-and-zelensky-subject-of-conversation-stopping-the-bloodbath-9079615">Click here to read more</a> <img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/dev/wion/images/2025/20250505/tNCauX3opsOWkLWCfO3E.png" alt="Russia-Ukraine ceasefire soon? Trump to dial Putin and Zelensky | Subject of conversation - 'STOP THE BLOODBATH'">&nbsp; &nbsp;

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US President Donald Trump once used the "N-word", while discussing the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/india-pakistan-conflict">India-Pakistan conflict</a>, calling it a "very nasty word", during his interview with Fox News interviewer Bret Baier.&nbsp;
While discussing the conflict, Trump again tried to take the credit for mediating the conflict between India and Pakistan, which India has repeatedly denied, stressing that it was done bilaterally.&nbsp;
The US president described the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan with his odd choice of words, adding that it was getting deeper and more.&nbsp;
&ldquo;They were angry, and the next phase was probably&mdash;did you see where it was getting? It was tit-for-tat. It was getting deeper and more, I mean, more missiles. Everyone was stronger, stronger, to a point where the next ones are going to be you know what: the n-word,&rdquo; Trump said.
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<h2>What was the 'N-word'?&nbsp;</h2>
Trump continued, asking the interviewer, "You know what the n-word is, right?" To this, Baier replied, "Nuclear".&nbsp;
&ldquo;Yeah,&rdquo; Trump affirmed, as the two chuckled about it. &ldquo;Thank you for the clarification,&rdquo; Baier said.
&ldquo;I figured you&rsquo;d want to clean that up,&rdquo; continued Trump, who has been accused by his niece, his nephew, and a producer on The Apprentice of using such kind of slur.
&ldquo;No, it&rsquo;s the n-word. It&rsquo;s a very nasty word, right? In a lot of ways. The n-word used in a nuclear sense&mdash;that&rsquo;s the worst thing that can happen,&rdquo; he said.
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<h2>Trump's earlier 'cry for credit'</h2>
Trump and his team have claimed credit for the ceasefire between the two nuclear nations. Donald Trump shared a post on Truth Social announcing that India and Pakistan "have agreed to a full and immediate ceasefire" and that "common sense and great intelligence" have prevailed.&nbsp;
Later, he also reacted to the ceasefire, saying, "It could have been a bad nuclear war."
"My administration helped India and Pakistan ceasefire. They were not going to stop. I want to thank both the leadership. It could have been a bad nuclear war. I also want to thank Rubio for this," Trump said.
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The US president described the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan with his odd choice of words, adding that it was getting deeper and more. WORLD INDIA NEWS

US President Donald Trump once used the "N-word", while discussing the India-Pakistan conflict, calling it a "very nasty word", during his interview with Fox News interviewer Bret Baier. While discussing the conflict, Trump again tried to take the credit for mediating the conflict between India and Pakistan, which India has repeatedly denied, stressing that it was done bilaterally. The US president described the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan with his odd choice of words, adding that it was getting deeper and more. “They were angry, and the next phase was probably—did you see where it was getting? It was tit-for-tat. It was getting deeper and more, I mean, more missiles. Everyone was stronger, stronger, to a point where the next ones are going to be you know what: the n-word,” Trump said. Also read: Operation Sindoor and Osama Bin Laden's killing SIMILAR? Indian VP hails 'deepest-ever cross-border strike' on Pak terror sites What was the 'N-word'? Trump continued, asking the interviewer, "You know what the n-word is, right?" To this, Baier replied, "Nuclear". “Yeah,” Trump affirmed, as the two chuckled about it. “Thank you for the clarification,” Baier said. “I figured you’d want to clean that up,” continued Trump, who has been accused by his niece, his nephew, and a producer on The Apprentice of using such kind of slur. “No, it’s the n-word. It’s a very nasty word, right? In a lot of ways. The n-word used in a nuclear sense—that’s the worst thing that can happen,” he said. Also read: F-16 in fine print: How much Pakistan paid and how much profit US made? | A brief history of US-Pakistan F-16 deals Trump's earlier 'cry for credit' Trump and his team have claimed credit for the ceasefire between the two nuclear nations. Donald Trump shared a post on Truth Social announcing that India and Pakistan "have agreed to a full and immediate ceasefire" and that "common sense and great intelligence" have prevailed. Later, he also reacted to the ceasefire, saying, "It could have been a bad nuclear war." "My administration helped India and Pakistan ceasefire. They were not going to stop. I want to thank both the leadership. It could have been a bad nuclear war. I also want to thank Rubio for this," Trump said. Also read: Indian travel vlogger arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan: Who is she and what are the charges against her?

'Very nasty word'? Trump uses the 'N-word' as he again cries for credit in India-Pak conflict | Here's what he said

US President Donald Trump took to social media, calling the autopen part of a &ldquo;real crime&rdquo; linked to the 2020 presidential election. In an early morning rant, he claimed that the device, used to replicate signatures, was abused during Joe Biden&rsquo;s time in office.
&ldquo;Whoever had control of the &lsquo;AUTOPEN&rsquo; is looking to be a bigger and bigger scandal by the moment,&rdquo; Trump wrote. &ldquo;It is a major part of the real crime, THAT THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION OF 2020 WAS RIGGED AND STOLEN!&rdquo; Trump said.
Though Trump did not offer proof that the autopen was misused, he suggested that it may have been used without Biden&rsquo;s knowledge and connected it to pardons allegedly granted to members of the Jan 6 committee.
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<h2>What is an autopen, and how does it work?</h2>
An autopen is a mechanical device used to replicate a person&rsquo;s signature, often employed by public figures who need to sign documents remotely or in large volumes. It has been around for decades and is not new to presidential administrations.
The machine holds a signature template and can sign multiple documents in a consistent and secure manner, essentially mimicking the actual pen strokes of the individual.
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<h2>Has it been used before by presidents?</h2>
Yes, several presidents have used the autopen. One of the most notable instances was in 2011, when Barack Obama allowed an aide to use the autopen to extend the Patriot Act while he was abroad. It was the first time a president had publicly authorised a signature using the device.
Obama used it again in 2013 while on holiday in Hawaii to sign a bill aimed at avoiding a financial crisis.
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<h2>Is it legally valid?</h2>
According to a 2005 legal opinion issued by the Justice Department&rsquo;s Office of Legal Counsel under President George W. Bush, a president may direct a subordinate to affix the President&rsquo;s signature using an autopen. This opinion provides legal backing for the practice when authorised properly.
<h2>Did Biden use the autopen without knowing?</h2>
President Joe Biden has reportedly used the autopen in the past. However, Trump has not provided any evidence that Biden was unaware of its use, or that any documents, including pardons, were signed without his direction or approval.
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Despite Trump&rsquo;s claims, there is no official indication that the autopen has been misused or that any laws were broken in its deployment by the current administration.

World: “Whoever had control of the ‘AUTOPEN’ is looking to be a bigger and bigger scandal by the moment,” Trump wrote. “It is a major part of the real crime, THAT THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION OF 2020 WAS RIGGED AND STOLEN!” Trump said.

US President Donald Trump took to social media, calling the autopen part of a “real crime” linked to the 2020 presidential election. In an early morning rant, he claimed that the device, used to replicate signatures, was abused during Joe Biden’s time in office. “Whoever had control of the ‘AUTOPEN’ is looking to be a bigger and bigger scandal by the moment,” Trump wrote. “It is a major part of the real crime, THAT THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION OF 2020 WAS RIGGED AND STOLEN!” Trump said. Though Trump did not offer proof that the autopen was misused, he suggested that it may have been used without Biden’s knowledge and connected it to pardons allegedly granted to members of the Jan 6 committee. Also read: Russia-Ukraine ceasefire soon? Trump to dial Putin and Zelensky | Subject of conversation - 'STOPPING THE BLOODBATH' What is an autopen, and how does it work? An autopen is a mechanical device used to replicate a person’s signature, often employed by public figures who need to sign documents remotely or in large volumes. It has been around for decades and is not new to presidential administrations. The machine holds a signature template and can sign multiple documents in a consistent and secure manner, essentially mimicking the actual pen strokes of the individual. Also read: 'Very nasty word'? Trump uses the 'N-word' as he again cries for credit in India-Pak conflict | Here's what he said Has it been used before by presidents? Yes, several presidents have used the autopen. One of the most notable instances was in 2011, when Barack Obama allowed an aide to use the autopen to extend the Patriot Act while he was abroad. It was the first time a president had publicly authorised a signature using the device. Obama used it again in 2013 while on holiday in Hawaii to sign a bill aimed at avoiding a financial crisis. Also read: 'CORRUPT, VICIOUS WITCH HUNT AGAINST ME': Trump revives 2020 elections claims, targets Autopen, ‘Sleepy Joe’ in early morning rant Is it legally valid? According to a 2005 legal opinion issued by the Justice Department’s Office of Legal Counsel under President George W. Bush, a president may direct a subordinate to affix the President’s signature using an autopen. This opinion provides legal backing for the practice when authorised properly. Did Biden use the autopen without knowing? President Joe Biden has reportedly used the autopen in the past. However, Trump has not provided any evidence that Biden was unaware of its use, or that any documents, including pardons, were signed without his direction or approval. Also read: Who are the Afrikaners? Story of South Africa's white tribe that Trump claims 'facing a genocide' | WION Explains Despite Trump’s claims, there is no official indication that the autopen has been misused or that any laws were broken in its deployment by the current administration.

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At least 21 people were killed and dozens injured when storms and tornadoes swept through parts of Missouri and Kentucky, authorities said. Officials in Kentucky said there had been 14 deaths due to severe weather, while seven people were killed in Missouri, including five in the city of St Louis.
Fourteen were dead in Kentucky, Governor Andy Beshear said on X Saturday morning. &ldquo;Sadly, this number is expected to grow as we receive more information,&rdquo; he added. Laurel County, Kentucky, Sheriff John Root said a tornado touched down late Friday night, and several cases of severe injuries were reported while the search was on for survivors.
In Missouri, five were killed in St. Louis County and two others in Scott County, according to officials. Missouri officials said 5,000 buildings were damaged, roofs destroyed, and power lines knocked down as a tornado struck on Friday.
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About 100,000 properties in St. Louis were without power, and the fire department conducted house-by-house searches in the worst-affected areas. A curfew was imposed from 21:00 to 06:00 local time in the two areas where most of the damage took place, to prevent injuries from debris and reduce the potential for looting.
St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer said, &ldquo;The loss of life and the destruction is truly, truly horrendous. We&rsquo;re going to have a lot of work to do in the coming days.&rdquo; The US National Weather Service said tornadoes also hit neighbouring Illinois, with more severe weather conditions stretching eastward to the Atlantic coast.
St. Louis Children&rsquo;s Hospital and Barnes-Jewish Hospital received at least 35 patients in total, with the children&rsquo;s facility getting 15 and Barnes-Jewish at least 20.
Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/amend-uapa-declare-pakistan-a-terrorist-state-says-rajya-sabha-mp-kapil-sibal-9078718" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Amend UAPA, declare Pakistan a terrorist state, says Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal</a> Mayor Cara Spencer announced before the media that the number of fatalities has risen from four to five. She had said earlier that two of the dead were killed in North City, where a vortex was reported. A man was rescued from the rubble of a residence most likely smashed by a tornado or winds in the area. &ldquo;Considering the building collapsed on him, he&rsquo;s doing great,&rdquo; a fire official said after the man was pulled out.
Utility Spire Energy, which serves 1.7 million customers in the region, said there is &ldquo;severe damage&rdquo; to homes. Video of the damage showed toppled brick walls and downed tree limbs and power lines in the region. In Scott County, Sheriff Derick Wheetley said in a post that two people died in a &ldquo;devastating tornado&rdquo; there. &ldquo;The tornado moved from the eastern part of the county, leaving behind a trail of destruction, with multiple homes completely lost and areas left unrecognizable," he said.
Kentucky had more than 99,000 customers in the dark, according to utility tracker PowerOutage.us, with a further 84,000 across Missouri.
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World: St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer said, “The loss of life and the destruction is truly, truly horrendous.” The US National Weather Service said tornadoes also hit Illinois, with more severe weather conditions stretching eastward.

At least 21 people were killed and dozens injured when storms and tornadoes swept through parts of Missouri and Kentucky, authorities said. Officials in Kentucky said there had been 14 deaths due to severe weather, while seven people were killed in Missouri, including five in the city of St Louis. Fourteen were dead in Kentucky, Governor Andy Beshear said on X Saturday morning. “Sadly, this number is expected to grow as we receive more information,” he added. Laurel County, Kentucky, Sheriff John Root said a tornado touched down late Friday night, and several cases of severe injuries were reported while the search was on for survivors. In Missouri, five were killed in St. Louis County and two others in Scott County, according to officials. Missouri officials said 5,000 buildings were damaged, roofs destroyed, and power lines knocked down as a tornado struck on Friday. Also Read | Pregnant brain-dead woman in US being kept alive due to state abortion ban About 100,000 properties in St. Louis were without power, and the fire department conducted house-by-house searches in the worst-affected areas. A curfew was imposed from 21:00 to 06:00 local time in the two areas where most of the damage took place, to prevent injuries from debris and reduce the potential for looting. St. Louis Mayor Cara Spencer said, “The loss of life and the destruction is truly, truly horrendous. We’re going to have a lot of work to do in the coming days.” The US National Weather Service said tornadoes also hit neighbouring Illinois, with more severe weather conditions stretching eastward to the Atlantic coast. St. Louis Children’s Hospital and Barnes-Jewish Hospital received at least 35 patients in total, with the children’s facility getting 15 and Barnes-Jewish at least 20. Also Read | Amend UAPA, declare Pakistan a terrorist state, says Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal Mayor Cara Spencer announced before the media that the number of fatalities has risen from four to five. She had said earlier that two of the dead were killed in North City, where a vortex was reported. A man was rescued from the rubble of a residence most likely smashed by a tornado or winds in the area. “Considering the building collapsed on him, he’s doing great,” a fire official said after the man was pulled out. Utility Spire Energy, which serves 1.7 million customers in the region, said there is “severe damage” to homes. Video of the damage showed toppled brick walls and downed tree limbs and power lines in the region. In Scott County, Sheriff Derick Wheetley said in a post that two people died in a “devastating tornado” there. “The tornado moved from the eastern part of the county, leaving behind a trail of destruction, with multiple homes completely lost and areas left unrecognizable," he said. Kentucky had more than 99,000 customers in the dark, according to utility tracker PowerOutage.us, with a further 84,000 across Missouri. Also Read | Prison break: 11 inmates escape from New Orleans jail, deemed ‘armed and dangerous’ The vortexes were products of a fast-moving low pressure system headed east-northeast from its location over parts of Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky and Missouri, a region under tornado watch until 10 p.m. The cool, winter-like storm is clashing with a heat wave to the southwest, producing unstable air and eruptions of thunderstorm activity. A Beyoncé concert at Chicago’s open-air Soldier Field on Thursday was also delayed because of the weather.

21 killed, dozens injured as storms, tornadoes hit Missouri and Kentucky

India has issued a new trade directive sharply limiting the entry of Bangladeshi ready-made garments (RMG), a critical export for Bangladesh, to only two Indian seaports: Kolkata and Nhava Sheva in Mumbai. The move closes all land ports previously used for these imports, which are worth over $700 million annually, signalling a significant shift in trade policy.
In other news, US President Donald Trump on Saturday (May 17) said that he would be dialing Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday, stressing that the agenda of the conversation will be "STOPPING THE BLOODBATH".&nbsp;
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India has issued a new trade directive sharply limiting the entry of Bangladeshi ready-made garments (RMG), a critical export for Bangladesh, to only two Indian seaports: Kolkata and Nhava Sheva in Mumbai. The move closes all land ports previously used for these imports, which are worth over $700 million annually, signalling a significant shift in trade policy.
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A travel blogger from Hisar, Haryana, has been arrested for allegedly passing sensitive information to Pakistani intelligence operatives. The case has brought to light her links with Ehsan-ur-Rahim, also known as Danish, a Pakistani official working at the High Commission in New Delhi.
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Lok Sabha MP and AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Saturday (May 17) hit back at Turkey for supporting Pakistan amid India-Pak tensions, stressing that there are more Muslims in India than in Pakistan.&nbsp;
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US President&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/donald-trump" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Donald Trump</a>&nbsp;took to his social media platform Truth Social on Saturday (May 17) for an early morning rant after returning from a four-day tour of the Persian Gulf, where he visited Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates.
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It has been nearly 3 decades since Tom Cruise suspended himself from the ceiling inside a CIA vault and stole classified data of the US government from a computer. That set the stage for death-defying stunts in subsequent films in the franchise. As Tom Cruise returns as Ethan Hunt in&nbsp;Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning,&nbsp;and hangs from a plane, fighting his opponent and nemesis Gabriel while defying gravity, one wonders if the tried and tested template of the MI series is finally wearing off.&nbsp;

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India has issued a new trade directive sharply limiting the entry of Bangladeshi ready-made garments (RMG), a critical export for Bangladesh, to only two Indian seaports: Kolkata and Nhava Sheva in Mumbai. The move closes all land ports previously used for these imports, which are worth over $700 million annually, signalling a significant shift in trade policy. In other news, US President Donald Trump on Saturday (May 17) said that he would be dialing Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday, stressing that the agenda of the conversation will be "STOPPING THE BLOODBATH". Click on the headlines for more India restricts Bangladesh garment imports to Kolkata, Mumbai seaports, curbs Northeast land ports India has issued a new trade directive sharply limiting the entry of Bangladeshi ready-made garments (RMG), a critical export for Bangladesh, to only two Indian seaports: Kolkata and Nhava Sheva in Mumbai. The move closes all land ports previously used for these imports, which are worth over $700 million annually, signalling a significant shift in trade policy. Russia-Ukraine ceasefire soon? Trump to dial Putin and Zelensky | Subject of conversation - 'STOPPING THE BLOODBATH' US President Donald Trump on Saturday (May 17) said that he would be dialing Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday, stressing that the agenda of the conversation will be "STOPPING THE BLOODBATH". Who is Ehsan-ur-Rahim alias Danish? Expelled Pakistani diplomat linked to Indian YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra accused of spying A travel blogger from Hisar, Haryana, has been arrested for allegedly passing sensitive information to Pakistani intelligence operatives. The case has brought to light her links with Ehsan-ur-Rahim, also known as Danish, a Pakistani official working at the High Commission in New Delhi. 'More Muslims in India than Pakistan': Owaisi slams Turkey for backing Pak, says '220 million Muslims living here' Lok Sabha MP and AIMIM Chief Asaduddin Owaisi on Saturday (May 17) hit back at Turkey for supporting Pakistan amid India-Pak tensions, stressing that there are more Muslims in India than in Pakistan. What is an autopen? The device Trump says proves the election was ‘stolen’ - Here’s how it works US President Donald Trump took to social media, calling the autopen part of a “real crime” linked to the 2020 presidential election. In an early morning rant, he claimed that the device, used to replicate signatures, was abused during Joe Biden’s time in office. US Embassy WARNS Indians: Here's what will happen if you overstay in America As US President Donald Trump has begun a massive crackdown on illegal immigrants, the US Embassy in India has issued a public advisory, warning Indians over their overstay in America. 'Very nasty word'? Trump uses the 'N-word' as he again cries for credit in India-Pak conflict | Here's what he said US President Donald Trump once used the "N-word", while discussing the India-Pakistan conflict, calling it a "very nasty word", during his interview with Fox News interviewer Bret Baier. 'CORRUPT, VICIOUS WITCH HUNT AGAINST ME': Trump revives 2020 elections claims, targets Autopen, ‘Sleepy Joe’ in early morning rant US President Donald Trump took to his social media platform Truth Social on Saturday (May 17) for an early morning rant after returning from a four-day tour of the Persian Gulf, where he visited Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. There will be more Kohlis, not like we don't have talent: AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi, who was once better remembered for his aggressive medium paced bowling than for aggressive oratory, remembers beating future India paceman Venkatesh Prasad in an inter-university final game during the early 90s. Mission: Impossible- The Final Reckoning review: Tom Cruise dives mid-sea, fights mid-air to save the world It has been nearly 3 decades since Tom Cruise suspended himself from the ceiling inside a CIA vault and stole classified data of the US government from a computer. That set the stage for death-defying stunts in subsequent films in the franchise. As Tom Cruise returns as Ethan Hunt in Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, and hangs from a plane, fighting his opponent and nemesis Gabriel while defying gravity, one wonders if the tried and tested template of the MI series is finally wearing off.

Top 10 world news: India restricts Bangladesh garment imports; Trump to dial Putin and Zelensky, and more

Argentina FIFA World Cup-winning star forward <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/lionel-messi">Lionel Messi</a> looked back on his rivalry with football great <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/cristiano-ronaldo">Cristiano Ronaldo</a> for the Ballon d'Or from 2008 till 2023.
In a video posted by Ballon d'Or on X Messi said, " Its always been a great battle with Cristiano Ronaldo. Its always been a great battle in sporting terms I think we've fed off each other with this rivalry because we're both great competitors. He too always wanted to win everything all the time. It was a golden era for us and for every football fan. We deserve alot of credit for staying at the top for so long. Because as they say, Its easy to get there. What's difficult is staying there. We stayed at the top for ten fifteen years, I dont know. It was spectacular and remains a great memory for everyone."
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8️⃣🌕 for Messi &amp; 5️⃣🌕 for Ronaldo. Messi reflects on his immense rivalry with Ronaldo for the Ballon d'Or. Between 2008 and 2023, they won the trophy 13 times! What is your favourite memory of the battle between the two most successful Ballon d'Or winners?<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/ballondor?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ballondor</a> <a href="https://t.co/9CVkK1pqwn">pic.twitter.com/9CVkK1pqwn</a>
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Last year, Argentina's World Cup-winning legend Lionel Messi equalled Portugal icon and contemporary Cristiano Ronaldo's record of most hat-tricks for a national team during his side's FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers match against Bolivia.
In 2023, Messi was crowned with the prestigious <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/ballon-d-or">Ballon d'Or</a> award for the eighth time in his career on, an award that serves as a reminder of his brilliance as he reaches the final moments of his career.
With this award, Messi became the first player from <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/major-league-soccer">Major League Soccer</a> (MLS) to win the prestigious award. He represents the club Inter Miami. He previously won the award in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2019 and 2021.
Messi's career which lasted for almost 30 years saw him heartbroken in 2014 after missing out on the World Cup and eight years later channelling the inner Maradona and redeeming himself by bringing the most prized possession - the World Cup trophy back to his homeland, Argentina.

World, Sports: Last year, Messi equalled Ronaldo's record of most hat-tricks for a national team during his side's FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers match against Bolivia

Argentina FIFA World Cup-winning star forward Lionel Messi looked back on his rivalry with football great Cristiano Ronaldo for the Ballon d'Or from 2008 till 2023. In a video posted by Ballon d'Or on X Messi said, " Its always been a great battle with Cristiano Ronaldo. Its always been a great battle in sporting terms I think we've fed off each other with this rivalry because we're both great competitors. He too always wanted to win everything all the time. It was a golden era for us and for every football fan. We deserve alot of credit for staying at the top for so long. Because as they say, Its easy to get there. What's difficult is staying there. We stayed at the top for ten fifteen years, I dont know. It was spectacular and remains a great memory for everyone." Watch the video here: 8️⃣🌕 for Messi & 5️⃣🌕 for Ronaldo. Messi reflects on his immense rivalry with Ronaldo for the Ballon d'Or. Between 2008 and 2023, they won the trophy 13 times! What is your favourite memory of the battle between the two most successful Ballon d'Or winners?#ballondor pic.twitter.com/9CVkK1pqwn — Ballon d'Or (@ballondor) May 17, 2025 Last year, Argentina's World Cup-winning legend Lionel Messi equalled Portugal icon and contemporary Cristiano Ronaldo's record of most hat-tricks for a national team during his side's FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers match against Bolivia. In 2023, Messi was crowned with the prestigious Ballon d'Or award for the eighth time in his career on, an award that serves as a reminder of his brilliance as he reaches the final moments of his career. With this award, Messi became the first player from Major League Soccer (MLS) to win the prestigious award. He represents the club Inter Miami. He previously won the award in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2019 and 2021. Messi's career which lasted for almost 30 years saw him heartbroken in 2014 after missing out on the World Cup and eight years later channelling the inner Maradona and redeeming himself by bringing the most prized possession - the World Cup trophy back to his homeland, Argentina.

'Always been a great battle with Cristiano Ronaldo': Messi on his rivalry with Portugal superstar

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (May 17) said that he would be dialing Russian President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/vladimir-putin">Vladimir Putin</a> on Monday, stressing that the agenda of the conversation will be "STOPPING THE BLOODBATH".&nbsp;
The US president stressed that on average, over 5000 Russian and Ukrainian soldiers a week are being killed. He added that trade is also the subject of the call.&nbsp;
"I WILL BE SPEAKING, BY TELEPHONE, TO PRESIDENT VLADIMIR PUTIN OF RUSSIA ON MONDAY, AT 10:00 A.M. THE SUBJECTS OF THE CALL WILL BE, STOPPING THE &ldquo;BLOODBATH&rdquo; THAT IS KILLING, ON AVERAGE, MORE THAN 5000 RUSSIAN AND UKRAINIAN SOLDIERS A WEEK, AND TRADE," he said in a post on Truth Social.&nbsp;
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Trump said that after holding a conversation with Putin, he will be speaking to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and also with members of NATO, hoping that it will be a productive day.
"I WILL THEN BE SPEAKING TO PRESIDENT ZELENSKYY OF UKRAINE AND THEN, WITH PRESIDENT ZELENSKYY, VARIOUS MEMBERS OF NATO," he added.&nbsp;
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<h2>Russia-Ukraine ceasefire soon?</h2>
US President Trump further hinted that a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire will take place and the war will end.
"HOPEFULLY IT WILL BE A PRODUCTIVE DAY, A CEASEFIRE WILL TAKE PLACE, AND THIS VERY VIOLENT WAR, A WAR THAT SHOULD HAVE NEVER HAPPENED, WILL END. GOD BLESS US ALL!!!," he stressed.&nbsp;
Earlier on Thursday, Trump insisted that there would be no peace between Russia and Ukraine "until (Vladimir) Putin and I get together".
Following news of the Russian President Putin skipping the vital talks, US President Trump said that it was "obvious" Putin was going to snub the Istanbul peace talks.
Russian and Ukraine officials held direct talks in Istanbul, Turkey on Friday for the first time in more than three years, trying to make negotiations for bringing lasting peace.&nbsp;
However, there was no sign of a major breakthrough, according to a Ukrainian source. But, Ukraine and Russia agreed to a large-scale prisoner swap during the two hour long talks, the head of Ukraine&rsquo;s delegation said in an interview.&nbsp;
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The US president stressed that on average, over 5000 Russian and Ukrainian soldiers a week are being killed. He added that trade is also the subject of the call. WORLD

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (May 17) said that he would be dialing Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday, stressing that the agenda of the conversation will be "STOPPING THE BLOODBATH". The US president stressed that on average, over 5000 Russian and Ukrainian soldiers a week are being killed. He added that trade is also the subject of the call. "I WILL BE SPEAKING, BY TELEPHONE, TO PRESIDENT VLADIMIR PUTIN OF RUSSIA ON MONDAY, AT 10:00 A.M. THE SUBJECTS OF THE CALL WILL BE, STOPPING THE “BLOODBATH” THAT IS KILLING, ON AVERAGE, MORE THAN 5000 RUSSIAN AND UKRAINIAN SOLDIERS A WEEK, AND TRADE," he said in a post on Truth Social. Also read: Trump insists Ukraine-Russia peace won't happen until he and Putin 'get together' Trump said that after holding a conversation with Putin, he will be speaking to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and also with members of NATO, hoping that it will be a productive day. "I WILL THEN BE SPEAKING TO PRESIDENT ZELENSKYY OF UKRAINE AND THEN, WITH PRESIDENT ZELENSKYY, VARIOUS MEMBERS OF NATO," he added. Also read: Zelensky to skip first direct peace talks with Russia in Turkey, cites Putin's no-show as 'unserious' Russia-Ukraine ceasefire soon? US President Trump further hinted that a Russia-Ukraine ceasefire will take place and the war will end. "HOPEFULLY IT WILL BE A PRODUCTIVE DAY, A CEASEFIRE WILL TAKE PLACE, AND THIS VERY VIOLENT WAR, A WAR THAT SHOULD HAVE NEVER HAPPENED, WILL END. GOD BLESS US ALL!!!," he stressed. Earlier on Thursday, Trump insisted that there would be no peace between Russia and Ukraine "until (Vladimir) Putin and I get together". Following news of the Russian President Putin skipping the vital talks, US President Trump said that it was "obvious" Putin was going to snub the Istanbul peace talks. Russian and Ukraine officials held direct talks in Istanbul, Turkey on Friday for the first time in more than three years, trying to make negotiations for bringing lasting peace. However, there was no sign of a major breakthrough, according to a Ukrainian source. But, Ukraine and Russia agreed to a large-scale prisoner swap during the two hour long talks, the head of Ukraine’s delegation said in an interview. Also read: 'BIGGEST prisoner swap in over 3 years': What was discussed during Russia-Ukraine peace talks in Turkey

Hours after Israel launched a major offensive, Hamas said that its negotiators have opened a new round of talks aimed at ending the war in Gaza. Taher al-Nounou, an adviser to the head of Hamas, said a new round of negotiations had officially begun in Doha on Saturday, reported BBC.&nbsp; There were no preconditions from either side, and all issues were on the table for discussion.
 Israel Katz, the Israeli defence minister, said Hamas negotiators were returning to indirect talks in Qatar to seek a deal on the hostages. Katz called the move a &ldquo;departure from the recalcitrant position they had taken up until that moment&rdquo;.
 The move came after Israel&rsquo;s military said on its X account that it has mobilised troops for &ldquo;Operation Gideon&rsquo;s Chariots&rdquo; to seize &ldquo;strategic areas&rdquo; of Gaza and free hostages. It said it would not stop operating &ldquo;until Hamas is no longer a threat and all our hostages are home&rdquo;, and that it had &ldquo;struck over 150 terror targets throughout the Gaza Strip&rdquo; in 24 hours.
The Times of Israel said that &ldquo;Gideon&rsquo;s Chariots&rdquo;&mdash;a reference to a biblical warrior&mdash;would see the IDF take and control territory, move civilians to the south of the Strip, attack Hamas, and prevent it from taking control of aid supplies.
Thousands of Israeli troops, including soldiers and reservists, are expected to enter Gaza as the operation ramps up in the coming days. Israel imposed an aid blockade on the Strip in March after the breakdown of a two-month ceasefire. US President Donald Trump said on Friday that &ldquo;a lot of people were starving&rdquo; in Gaza.

Middle East | World: The move came after Israel’s military said on its X account that it has mobilised troops for “Operation Gideon’s Chariots” to seize “strategic areas” of Gaza and free hostages.

Hours after Israel launched a major offensive, Hamas said that its negotiators have opened a new round of talks aimed at ending the war in Gaza. Taher al-Nounou, an adviser to the head of Hamas, said a new round of negotiations had officially begun in Doha on Saturday, reported BBC. There were no preconditions from either side, and all issues were on the table for discussion. Israel Katz, the Israeli defence minister, said Hamas negotiators were returning to indirect talks in Qatar to seek a deal on the hostages. Katz called the move a “departure from the recalcitrant position they had taken up until that moment”. The move came after Israel’s military said on its X account that it has mobilised troops for “Operation Gideon’s Chariots” to seize “strategic areas” of Gaza and free hostages. It said it would not stop operating “until Hamas is no longer a threat and all our hostages are home”, and that it had “struck over 150 terror targets throughout the Gaza Strip” in 24 hours. The Times of Israel said that “Gideon’s Chariots”—a reference to a biblical warrior—would see the IDF take and control territory, move civilians to the south of the Strip, attack Hamas, and prevent it from taking control of aid supplies. Thousands of Israeli troops, including soldiers and reservists, are expected to enter Gaza as the operation ramps up in the coming days. Israel imposed an aid blockade on the Strip in March after the breakdown of a two-month ceasefire. US President Donald Trump said on Friday that “a lot of people were starving” in Gaza.

Hamas says fresh truce talks underway ‘without preconditions’ after Israel launches major offensive

President Donald Trump, on Friday, while talking to Air Force One, sounded optimistic about the prospects in Gaza, as Israel has initiated the opening move of its new operation "Gideon&rsquo;s Chariots&rdquo;, killing 115 since dawn on Friday.
While speaking to the reporter aboard Air Force One, he said, "We have to help out the Palestinians. You know, a lot of people are starving in Gaza, so we have to look at both sides."&nbsp;
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"A lot of good things are going to happen over the next month," said Trump.
According to a report released by the World Food Organisation on Monday, around 71,000 children and 17,000 mothers are suffering from acute malnutrition.&nbsp;
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⭕Gaza is left to starve and ache, with zero aid trucks entering since March 2<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/LetAidIn?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#LetAidIn</a>. Let Gaza Live.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/OpenTheCrossings?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#OpenTheCrossings</a> now‼️ <a href="https://t.co/gp80KrMGyx">pic.twitter.com/gp80KrMGyx</a>
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The United Nations has already denied taking part in a US-backed humanitarian operation in Gaza, citing a lack of neutrality and independence.&nbsp;
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In response, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, &ldquo;We&rsquo;re not immune or in any way insensitive to the suffering of the people of Gaza, and I know that there are opportunities here to provide aid for them.&rdquo;
Israel has accused Hamas of stealing aid, and hence, Israel has blocked all humanitarian aid to Gaza since March 2, 2025. Hamas has denied those allegations.
While speaking at a round table meeting in Qatar, Trump expressed his desire to take over Gaza and turn it into a "Freedom Zone". He reiterated that Gaza had been the territory of death and destruction, and nothing is left to save in Gaza.
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<h2>Moral Dichotomy of the USA</h2>
The moral dichotomy of the United States has baffled many.
"It is American bombs and American military equipment which is being used to destroy Gaza", said Bernie Sanders, US senator from Vermont.
It is to be noted that earlier in April, the United States approved the sale of $8.8 billion worth of military aid to Israel. In 2024, only the United States provided $18 billion in military aid to Israel.
On one hand, the United States is consistently arming Israel, on the other hand, it is pretending to be a well-wisher for Gaza among Arab nations. According to one UN official, Israel has "weaponised aid".&nbsp;
Gaza Humanitarian Foundation has asked the United States to start distributing "secure aid" to the Gaza Strip. Israel will facilitate the distribution, and it will be funded by the United States.
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Uncover the complexities as the US faces criticism for its dual role of military support to Israel and humanitarian aid discussions for Gaza. World

President Donald Trump, on Friday, while talking to Air Force One, sounded optimistic about the prospects in Gaza, as Israel has initiated the opening move of its new operation "Gideon’s Chariots”, killing 115 since dawn on Friday. While speaking to the reporter aboard Air Force One, he said, "We have to help out the Palestinians. You know, a lot of people are starving in Gaza, so we have to look at both sides." Also read: 'America is complicit in the slaughter of Palestinian people,' US Senator Bernie Sanders "A lot of good things are going to happen over the next month," said Trump. According to a report released by the World Food Organisation on Monday, around 71,000 children and 17,000 mothers are suffering from acute malnutrition. ⭕Gaza is left to starve and ache, with zero aid trucks entering since March 2#LetAidIn. Let Gaza Live.#OpenTheCrossings now‼️ pic.twitter.com/gp80KrMGyx — PRCS (@PalestineRCS) May 16, 2025 The United Nations has already denied taking part in a US-backed humanitarian operation in Gaza, citing a lack of neutrality and independence. Also read: 'He knew exactly what that meant': Trump claims Comey called for his 'assassination' with '8647' message In response, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, “We’re not immune or in any way insensitive to the suffering of the people of Gaza, and I know that there are opportunities here to provide aid for them.” Israel has accused Hamas of stealing aid, and hence, Israel has blocked all humanitarian aid to Gaza since March 2, 2025. Hamas has denied those allegations. While speaking at a round table meeting in Qatar, Trump expressed his desire to take over Gaza and turn it into a "Freedom Zone". He reiterated that Gaza had been the territory of death and destruction, and nothing is left to save in Gaza. Also read: 'Move quickly or something bad will happen'- Trump on Iran deal Moral Dichotomy of the USA The moral dichotomy of the United States has baffled many. "It is American bombs and American military equipment which is being used to destroy Gaza", said Bernie Sanders, US senator from Vermont. It is to be noted that earlier in April, the United States approved the sale of $8.8 billion worth of military aid to Israel. In 2024, only the United States provided $18 billion in military aid to Israel. On one hand, the United States is consistently arming Israel, on the other hand, it is pretending to be a well-wisher for Gaza among Arab nations. According to one UN official, Israel has "weaponised aid". Gaza Humanitarian Foundation has asked the United States to start distributing "secure aid" to the Gaza Strip. Israel will facilitate the distribution, and it will be funded by the United States. Also read: Iran denies receiving written proposal from US on nuclear deal, but Trump says ‘they have a proposal’

'A lot of good things to happen in Gaza over the next month,' Trump

A leaked audio clip from an old interview of the former US president Joe Biden from October 2023 is now the talk of the town, but the reason is same as it was during the presidential election - his declining health. In the leaked audio, Biden was heard struggling to remember names and dates amid long and uncomfortable pauses.&nbsp;
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In the audio clip shared widely shared on the social media platform X, the interviwer asked him, "So during this time when you were living at Chain Bridge Road and there were documents relating to the Penn Biden Center or the Biden Institute, or the Cancer Moonshot, or your book, where did you keep the papers that related to those things that you were actively working?"&nbsp;
Biden took a long pause to respond the question.&nbsp;
"Well, umm...I don't know. This is what 2017, 18, that area?" Biden questioned.&nbsp;
"Yes, sir," the interviwer replied.&nbsp;
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"Remember, in this time frame, my son is either been deplyoing or dying. And...and so...it was...and by the way...there are still lot of people at that time when I got out of the Senate that were encouraging me to run in this period, except the president," Biden said.&nbsp;
<h2>Internet reaction&nbsp;</h2>
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The leaked audio clip was shared widely on the internet with people samming the former president.&nbsp;
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Exclusive: Axios obtained the audio of Robert Hur's 2023 interviews of Biden which show repeated mental lapses as he struggles to remember words &amp; dates amid long, uncomfortable pauses. Biden WH didn't release it last year. Listen below. w/ <a href="https://twitter.com/MarcACaputo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@MarcACaputo</a> <a href="https://t.co/VJr2c9m3bh">https://t.co/VJr2c9m3bh</a> <a href="https://t.co/Xoa0rQMtG9">pic.twitter.com/Xoa0rQMtG9</a>
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"Axios obtained the audio of Robert Hur's 2023 interviews of Biden which show repeated mental lapses as he struggles to remember words &amp; dates amid long, uncomfortable pauses. Biden WH didn't release it last year, " Alex Thompson of CNN wrote on X.&nbsp;
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World | A leaked audio clip from an old interview of the former US president Joe Biden from October 2023 is now the talk of the town, but the reason is same as it was during the presidential election - his declining health.

A leaked audio clip from an old interview of the former US president Joe Biden from October 2023 is now the talk of the town, but the reason is same as it was during the presidential election - his declining health. In the leaked audio, Biden was heard struggling to remember names and dates amid long and uncomfortable pauses. Also read: Kedarnath helicopter crash: Air ambulance crashes while landing; tail snaps mid-descent In the audio clip shared widely shared on the social media platform X, the interviwer asked him, "So during this time when you were living at Chain Bridge Road and there were documents relating to the Penn Biden Center or the Biden Institute, or the Cancer Moonshot, or your book, where did you keep the papers that related to those things that you were actively working?" Biden took a long pause to respond the question. "Well, umm...I don't know. This is what 2017, 18, that area?" Biden questioned. "Yes, sir," the interviwer replied. Also read: Mega157: Nayanthara to collaborate with Chiranjeevi for the third time in Anil Ravipudi's film "Remember, in this time frame, my son is either been deplyoing or dying. And...and so...it was...and by the way...there are still lot of people at that time when I got out of the Senate that were encouraging me to run in this period, except the president," Biden said. Internet reaction Also read: 'Fragile man': Netizens troll 78-year-old Trump for saying 35-year-old Taylor Swift 'no longer HOT' The leaked audio clip was shared widely on the internet with people samming the former president. Exclusive: Axios obtained the audio of Robert Hur's 2023 interviews of Biden which show repeated mental lapses as he struggles to remember words & dates amid long, uncomfortable pauses. Biden WH didn't release it last year. Listen below. w/ @MarcACaputo https://t.co/VJr2c9m3bh pic.twitter.com/Xoa0rQMtG9 — Alex Thompson (@AlexThomp) May 16, 2025 "Axios obtained the audio of Robert Hur's 2023 interviews of Biden which show repeated mental lapses as he struggles to remember words & dates amid long, uncomfortable pauses. Biden WH didn't release it last year, " Alex Thompson of CNN wrote on X. Also read: 'I will not be found wanting': Centre snubs Congress, names Tharoor to lead a delegation to expose Pak on terrorism

LEAKED audio of Joe Biden' 2023 interview, which White House did not release, shows major memory lapse

Donald Trump's biographer Michael Wolff has claimed that the US president and Melania Trump are "separated" and are not in a traditional marriage. His claim came after Trump's return to the White House after which Melania has not made much public appearance. She was seen in just a few occasions only after January 20.&nbsp;
Wolff, who has authored multiple books on Trump, claimed that Melania has been spending more time away from the White House to keep a distance from trump.&nbsp;
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<h2>'They are separated'</h2>
Wolff made the statement on &nbsp;The Daily Podcast when he was asked about the involvement of the First lady in her husbands' second term in the White House.&nbsp;
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"They clearly do not in any way inhabit a marriage as we define marriage," the biographer said in a repones that has raised eyebrows.&nbsp;
"And I think maybe we can more specifically say they live separate lives. They are separated. The president of the United States and the first lady are separated," Wolff emphasised on his claim.&nbsp;
His statement has added fuel in the ongoing speculation about the relationship between Melania and the US president.&nbsp;
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<h2>'A blithering idiot'</h2>
After Wolff's statement, White House rejected his claims about the separation.&nbsp;
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White House communications director Steven Cheung called Wolff &ldquo;a blithering idiot&rdquo; who has been &ldquo;widely discredited due to his blatant lies and fabrications.&rdquo;
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World | Donald Trump's biographer Michael Wolff has claimed that the US president and Melania Trump are "separated" and are not in a traditional marriage.

Donald Trump's biographer Michael Wolff has claimed that the US president and Melania Trump are "separated" and are not in a traditional marriage. His claim came after Trump's return to the White House after which Melania has not made much public appearance. She was seen in just a few occasions only after January 20. Wolff, who has authored multiple books on Trump, claimed that Melania has been spending more time away from the White House to keep a distance from trump. Also read: 'A lot of good things to happen in Gaza over the next month,' Trump 'They are separated' Wolff made the statement on The Daily Podcast when he was asked about the involvement of the First lady in her husbands' second term in the White House. Also read: Trump claims India ready to 'cut a 100% of their tariffs for the United States' | Watch "They clearly do not in any way inhabit a marriage as we define marriage," the biographer said in a repones that has raised eyebrows. "And I think maybe we can more specifically say they live separate lives. They are separated. The president of the United States and the first lady are separated," Wolff emphasised on his claim. His statement has added fuel in the ongoing speculation about the relationship between Melania and the US president. Also read: 'Fragile man': Netizens troll 78-year-old Trump for saying 35-year-old Taylor Swift 'no longer HOT' 'A blithering idiot' After Wolff's statement, White House rejected his claims about the separation. Also read: 'Move quickly or something bad will happen'- Trump on Iran deal White House communications director Steven Cheung called Wolff “a blithering idiot” who has been “widely discredited due to his blatant lies and fabrications.” Also read: Trump Tax Bill Blocked In 21-member Committee Vote

Trump and Melania are separated? US president's biographer Michael Wolff makes BIG claim

Three Iranian nationals have been charged with suspected espionage for Iran's intelligence services from August 2024 to February 2025, UK police said on Saturday.
The three were all arrested on May 3 in what the capital's Metropolitan police called "a very complex and fast-moving investigation", and were due to appear in a London court later on Saturday.
They were named as Mostafa Sepahvand, 39, Farhad Javadi Manesh, 44, and Shapoor Qalehali Khani Noori, 55, all with addresses in London.
The arrests come amid heightened concerns about Iranian activities on UK soil.
"These are extremely serious charges under the National Security Act, which have come about following what has been a very complex and fast-moving investigation," said Dominic Murphy, head of the Met's Counter-Terrorism command.
"Since the men were arrested two weeks ago, detectives have been working around the clock," he added.
All three were charged with "engaging in conduct likely to assist a foreign intelligence service between 14 August 2024 and 16 February 2025," the police said.
"The foreign state to which the charges relate is Iran," the police said in their statement.
Sepahvand was also charged with "surveillance, reconnaissance and open-source research... intending to commit acts, namely serious violence against a person in the United Kingdom."
While Manesh and Noori were also charged with "surveillance and reconnaissance with the intention that acts, namely serious violence against a person in the United Kingdom, would be committed by others."
A fourth man was arrested on May 9 as part of the investigation, but has now been released without charge, the police added in their statement.
The National Security Act gives law enforcement greater powers to disrupt "state threats" including foreign interference and espionage.
Interior minister Yvette Cooper thanked the police in a statement on May 4.
"These are serious events that demonstrate the ongoing requirement to adapt our response to national security threats," she said.
In March, Iran became the first country to be placed on an enhanced tier of the Foreign Influence Registration Scheme (FIRS), which aims to boost the UK's national security against covert foreign influences.
The measures, due to come into place later this year, will mean that all people working inside the UK for Iran, its intelligence services or the Revolutionary Guard would have to register or face jail.
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They were named as Mostafa Sepahvand, 39, Farhad Javadi Manesh, 44, and Shapoor Qalehali Khani Noori, 55, all with addresses in London.

Three Iranian nationals have been charged with suspected espionage for Iran's intelligence services from August 2024 to February 2025, UK police said on Saturday. The three were all arrested on May 3 in what the capital's Metropolitan police called "a very complex and fast-moving investigation", and were due to appear in a London court later on Saturday. They were named as Mostafa Sepahvand, 39, Farhad Javadi Manesh, 44, and Shapoor Qalehali Khani Noori, 55, all with addresses in London. The arrests come amid heightened concerns about Iranian activities on UK soil. "These are extremely serious charges under the National Security Act, which have come about following what has been a very complex and fast-moving investigation," said Dominic Murphy, head of the Met's Counter-Terrorism command. "Since the men were arrested two weeks ago, detectives have been working around the clock," he added. All three were charged with "engaging in conduct likely to assist a foreign intelligence service between 14 August 2024 and 16 February 2025," the police said. "The foreign state to which the charges relate is Iran," the police said in their statement. Sepahvand was also charged with "surveillance, reconnaissance and open-source research... intending to commit acts, namely serious violence against a person in the United Kingdom." While Manesh and Noori were also charged with "surveillance and reconnaissance with the intention that acts, namely serious violence against a person in the United Kingdom, would be committed by others." A fourth man was arrested on May 9 as part of the investigation, but has now been released without charge, the police added in their statement. The National Security Act gives law enforcement greater powers to disrupt "state threats" including foreign interference and espionage. Interior minister Yvette Cooper thanked the police in a statement on May 4. "These are serious events that demonstrate the ongoing requirement to adapt our response to national security threats," she said. In March, Iran became the first country to be placed on an enhanced tier of the Foreign Influence Registration Scheme (FIRS), which aims to boost the UK's national security against covert foreign influences. The measures, due to come into place later this year, will mean that all people working inside the UK for Iran, its intelligence services or the Revolutionary Guard would have to register or face jail. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Three Iranians charged with suspected espionage in UK

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday (May 17) slammed <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/israel">Israel</a>&nbsp;and called it a dangerous and deadly cancerous tumor in the region, adding that it must be uprooted.&nbsp;
Iran's leader continued to bash the "Zionist regime", saying that it is the source of corruption and war.&nbsp;
"Israel is a dangerous, deadly cancerous tumor in the region that must be uprooted," he said.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Undoubtedly, in this region, the source of corruption, war, and conflict is the Zionist regime &mdash; a dangerous, deadly cancerous tumor in the region &mdash; and it must be uprooted and it will be uprooted,&rdquo; Khamenei said, according to state media.
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<h2>Trump must leave&nbsp;</h2>
Iran's leader also bashed US President Donald Trump, saying that the United States "must and will leave the region", following his visit to Gulf nations.&nbsp;
"With the determination of the region's nations, America must and will leave this region," Khamenei said in a televised address while criticising what he called a failed US model aimed at keeping Gulf states dependent on America's support.
After taking over the presidency, US President Donald Trump has been hell-bent on trying to get a new deal over Iran's controversial nuclear programme.&nbsp;
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Earlier on Friday, Trump said that Iran has his administration&rsquo;s proposal and knows it needs to move quickly, a day after saying Washington and Tehran were close to a nuclear deal.&nbsp;
&ldquo;They have a proposal. More importantly, they know they have to move quickly or something bad is going to happen,&rdquo; Trump issued the threat on board Air Force One after departing the UAE.
During his visit to Saudi Arabia, Trump also criticised Iran for tearing down the region and funding bloodshed abroad.&nbsp;
Trump also bashed Iran during his visit to the Gulf nation, calling it the "most destructive force" in the Middle East, and accused it of causing unthinkable suffering to the Middle Eastern nations.&nbsp;
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Iran's leader also bashed US President Donald Trump, saying that the United States "must and will leave the region", following his visit to Gulf nations. WORLD

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday (May 17) slammed Israel and called it a dangerous and deadly cancerous tumor in the region, adding that it must be uprooted. Iran's leader continued to bash the "Zionist regime", saying that it is the source of corruption and war. "Israel is a dangerous, deadly cancerous tumor in the region that must be uprooted," he said. “Undoubtedly, in this region, the source of corruption, war, and conflict is the Zionist regime — a dangerous, deadly cancerous tumor in the region — and it must be uprooted and it will be uprooted,” Khamenei said, according to state media. Also read: Trump's nuclear crusade: Here's how US vs Iran row begin over nuclear deal - EXPLAINED Trump must leave Iran's leader also bashed US President Donald Trump, saying that the United States "must and will leave the region", following his visit to Gulf nations. "With the determination of the region's nations, America must and will leave this region," Khamenei said in a televised address while criticising what he called a failed US model aimed at keeping Gulf states dependent on America's support. After taking over the presidency, US President Donald Trump has been hell-bent on trying to get a new deal over Iran's controversial nuclear programme. Also read: Macron supporting 'murderous terror organisation', Netanyahu accuses after French president blames Israel for 'blood libels' Earlier on Friday, Trump said that Iran has his administration’s proposal and knows it needs to move quickly, a day after saying Washington and Tehran were close to a nuclear deal. “They have a proposal. More importantly, they know they have to move quickly or something bad is going to happen,” Trump issued the threat on board Air Force One after departing the UAE. During his visit to Saudi Arabia, Trump also criticised Iran for tearing down the region and funding bloodshed abroad. Trump also bashed Iran during his visit to the Gulf nation, calling it the "most destructive force" in the Middle East, and accused it of causing unthinkable suffering to the Middle Eastern nations. Also read: 'Move quickly or something bad will happen'- Trump on Iran deal

'Dangerous, deadly cancerous tumor': Iran's Khamenei bashes 'Zionist regime', calls Israel a source of war, corruption

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