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US President Donald Trump said that he had a &ldquo;very good and productive&rdquo; telephone conversation with Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Monday (May 5). The two leaders discussed a range of topics, including the Russia-Ukraine war, Syria, and the Gaza war.
In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said the Turkish leader invited him to visit Turkey &ldquo;at a future date and, likewise, he will be coming to Washington, DC.&rdquo; The US president did not specify the date of the visit.
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&ldquo;During my four years as President, my relationship with President Erdoğan was excellent. We worked together closely on numerous things, including the fact that he helped return Pastor Andrew Brunson, who was imprisoned, back to the United States &mdash; Immediately upon my request,&rdquo; Trump said.
&ldquo;In any event, I look forward to working with President Erdoğan on getting the ridiculous, but deadly, War between Russia and Ukraine ended &mdash; NOW!&rdquo;
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Turkish presidency confirmed that Erdogan invited Trump to visit Turkey. Neither country shared any details on what role Ankara would play in the process.
Since taking office in January, Trump has pushed Ukraine to agree to a ceasefire and bring the three-year war to an end. He has repeatedly blamed Kyiv for the war, while easing pressure on Russia. The US president recently questioned Russian President Vladimir Putin on his sincerity in making a deal to end the war.
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<h2>Trump and Erdogan on Gaza and Syria</h2>
Erdogan also talked about the need for the uninterrupted delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza during the phone call. He added that Ankara is ready to provide support for the establishment of a ceasefire and lasting peace, said the Turkish readout.
The Turkish leader also expressed that Ankara was working to help preserve Syria&rsquo;s territorial integrity. He further urged Trump to consider sanction relief for Damascus.
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In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said the Turkish leader invited him to visit Turkey “at a future date and, likewise, he will be coming to Washington, DC.” World

US President Donald Trump said that he had a “very good and productive” telephone conversation with Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Monday (May 5). The two leaders discussed a range of topics, including the Russia-Ukraine war, Syria, and the Gaza war. In a post on his Truth Social platform, Trump said the Turkish leader invited him to visit Turkey “at a future date and, likewise, he will be coming to Washington, DC.” The US president did not specify the date of the visit. Also read | China's Xi Jinping to visit Russia on May 7-10, says Kremlin “During my four years as President, my relationship with President Erdoğan was excellent. We worked together closely on numerous things, including the fact that he helped return Pastor Andrew Brunson, who was imprisoned, back to the United States — Immediately upon my request,” Trump said. “In any event, I look forward to working with President Erdoğan on getting the ridiculous, but deadly, War between Russia and Ukraine ended — NOW!” Also read | Russia claims to have repelled 4 drones flying towards Moscow Turkish presidency confirmed that Erdogan invited Trump to visit Turkey. Neither country shared any details on what role Ankara would play in the process. Since taking office in January, Trump has pushed Ukraine to agree to a ceasefire and bring the three-year war to an end. He has repeatedly blamed Kyiv for the war, while easing pressure on Russia. The US president recently questioned Russian President Vladimir Putin on his sincerity in making a deal to end the war. Also read | 'Full support to India': Russia's Putin dials PM Modi, says 'perpetrators of Pahalgam attack must be brought to justice’ Trump and Erdogan on Gaza and Syria Erdogan also talked about the need for the uninterrupted delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza during the phone call. He added that Ankara is ready to provide support for the establishment of a ceasefire and lasting peace, said the Turkish readout. The Turkish leader also expressed that Ankara was working to help preserve Syria’s territorial integrity. He further urged Trump to consider sanction relief for Damascus. Watch | USA: Trump pulls out from idea of 3rd term at White House

Trump holds ‘good and productive’ phone call with Turkish President, discuss Russia-Ukraine war, Gaza, Syria

The Israeli Air Force has launched strikes in Yemen&rsquo;s port city of Hodeidah, Israeli officials confirmed, as reported by The Times of Israel.
The strikes were carried out in retaliation for a Houthi ballistic missile attack that hit near Ben Gurion Airport, injuring several people, a day earlier.
Shortly before the Israeli strikes, Yemen&rsquo;s media reported US strikes near the capital, Sanaa.
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Over the past year, IDF has launched strikes in Yemen several times in response to Houthi missile and drone attacks in Israel.
<h2>Missile attack on Tel Aviv airport</h2>
Earlier Sunday (May 4), air traffic to the country&rsquo;s main airport in Tel Aviv was briefly halted following a missile strike from Yemen, said Israeli police.
The flights and other activities near the airport were expected to resume after final searches by officers, reported AP, citing police.
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A plume of smoke was seen rising into the air as people were panicking in the terminal building. According to Israel&rsquo;s paramedic service, Magen David Adom, four people were lightly wounded.
Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis, who claimed responsibility for the missile strike, have recently intensified missile launches at Israel. They said that they are acting in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza.
Israeli defense minister Israel Katz vowed to punish those responsible for the airport attack: &ldquo;Whoever harms us, we will harm them sevenfold.&rdquo;
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<h2>Several airlines suspend operations</h2>
Air India and several other airlines, including Germany's Lufthansa, British Airways, and America's Delta Air Lines, suspended flights to Tel Aviv following a missile attack close to the Ben Gurion Airport in the Israeli city on Sunday (May 1).
Lufthansa Airlines said that it has suspended its flights to and from Tel Aviv until May 6. British Airways suspended its flights in the region until May 7.
An Air India flight from Delhi to Tel Aviv was diverted to Abu Dhabi, news agency PTI reported. The attack occurred less than an hour before the Air India flight AI139, operated with a Boeing 787 aircraft, was to land at the Tel Aviv airport.
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The strikes were carried out in retaliation for a Houthi ballistic missile attack that hit near Ben Gurion Airport, injuring several people, a day earlier. World

The Israeli Air Force has launched strikes in Yemen’s port city of Hodeidah, Israeli officials confirmed, as reported by The Times of Israel. The strikes were carried out in retaliation for a Houthi ballistic missile attack that hit near Ben Gurion Airport, injuring several people, a day earlier. Shortly before the Israeli strikes, Yemen’s media reported US strikes near the capital, Sanaa. Also read | Israeli cabinet greenlights plan including Gaza 'conquest': Report Over the past year, IDF has launched strikes in Yemen several times in response to Houthi missile and drone attacks in Israel. Missile attack on Tel Aviv airport Earlier Sunday (May 4), air traffic to the country’s main airport in Tel Aviv was briefly halted following a missile strike from Yemen, said Israeli police. The flights and other activities near the airport were expected to resume after final searches by officers, reported AP, citing police. Also read | UN expert wants top EU leadership to be held accountable for 'aiding Israel's war crimes' in Gaza A plume of smoke was seen rising into the air as people were panicking in the terminal building. According to Israel’s paramedic service, Magen David Adom, four people were lightly wounded. Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis, who claimed responsibility for the missile strike, have recently intensified missile launches at Israel. They said that they are acting in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza. Israeli defense minister Israel Katz vowed to punish those responsible for the airport attack: “Whoever harms us, we will harm them sevenfold.” Also read | 'There will be bangs': Israel's Netanyahu vows action against Houthis after missile attack at Tel Aviv airport Several airlines suspend operations Air India and several other airlines, including Germany's Lufthansa, British Airways, and America's Delta Air Lines, suspended flights to Tel Aviv following a missile attack close to the Ben Gurion Airport in the Israeli city on Sunday (May 1). Lufthansa Airlines said that it has suspended its flights to and from Tel Aviv until May 6. British Airways suspended its flights in the region until May 7. An Air India flight from Delhi to Tel Aviv was diverted to Abu Dhabi, news agency PTI reported. The attack occurred less than an hour before the Air India flight AI139, operated with a Boeing 787 aircraft, was to land at the Tel Aviv airport. Watch | Turkiye-Israeli Jets Risk Triggering New War Over Syria

Israel launches strikes in Yemen, day after Houthi missile attack near Tel Aviv Airport

As Hollywood is still trying to understand what a possible 100% tariff on foreign films could mean, following a dramatic post from President Donald Trump suggesting that such a move is on the table, the White House seemed to walk back on what US President Donald Trump said on Monday (May 05).
<h2>White House walks back Trump&rsquo;s post</h2>
On Monday, the White House stepped in to clarify the situation. Spokesman Kush Desai told The Hollywood Reporter, &ldquo;Although no final decisions on foreign film tariffs have been made, the Administration is exploring all options to deliver on President Trump&rsquo;s directive to safeguard our country&rsquo;s national and economic security while Making Hollywood Great Again.&rdquo;
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The statement suggests the plan is still in its early stages, with the legal and logistical details far from finalised. Industry experts have raised questions about whether such a tariff could even be applied, given the complexity of taxing services like film production, especially when international co-productions and streaming content blur geographical lines.
In a social media post on Sunday night, Trump claimed, &ldquo;The Movie Industry in America is DYING a very fast death,&rdquo; and said a foreign film tariff could help revive it.
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He has directed the Commerce Department and the US Trade Representative to begin exploring the option of imposing such a tariff, adding that it was part of his broader goal to &ldquo;Make Hollywood Great Again.&rdquo;
The White House has voiced concern that too many U.S. productions are being shot overseas, lured by lower labour costs and generous tax credits. While some American states also offer tax incentives, they are often not enough to compete with countries that provide substantial financial breaks to foreign film crews.
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<h2>Hollywood confused and concerned</h2>
The unexpected announcement has left many in the entertainment world scrambling for answers. There&rsquo;s uncertainty around whether the tariffs would affect TV shows, streaming platforms, co-productions, or even films partially produced in the US but completed abroad.
Executives, filmmakers, and producers are unsure how such a policy would be implemented or how it might impact projects already in progress.
<h2>Special ambassadors named as Hollywood plan develops</h2>
Trump has appointed actors and directors Jon Voight, Sylvester Stallone, and Mel Gibson as &ldquo;special ambassadors&rdquo; to Hollywood. According to reports, Voight has been working on a strategy to bring more film production back to the U.S., though it&rsquo;s unclear if tariffs were ever part of that plan.
Ironically, Mel Gibson himself could be directly affected. His next film, a follow-up to The Passion of the Christ, is set to begin filming in Italy later this year, potentially making it one of the first projects hit by the proposed tariff&nbsp;if it ever moves forward.

World: In a social media post on Sunday night, Trump claimed, “The Movie Industry in America is DYING a very fast death,” and said a foreign film tariff could help revive it.

As Hollywood is still trying to understand what a possible 100% tariff on foreign films could mean, following a dramatic post from President Donald Trump suggesting that such a move is on the table, the White House seemed to walk back on what US President Donald Trump said on Monday (May 05). White House walks back Trump’s post On Monday, the White House stepped in to clarify the situation. Spokesman Kush Desai told The Hollywood Reporter, “Although no final decisions on foreign film tariffs have been made, the Administration is exploring all options to deliver on President Trump’s directive to safeguard our country’s national and economic security while Making Hollywood Great Again.” Also read: 'Prison of last resort': Alcatraz, where Trump wants to send toughest criminals, once housed Al Capone. Here is its story The statement suggests the plan is still in its early stages, with the legal and logistical details far from finalised. Industry experts have raised questions about whether such a tariff could even be applied, given the complexity of taxing services like film production, especially when international co-productions and streaming content blur geographical lines. In a social media post on Sunday night, Trump claimed, “The Movie Industry in America is DYING a very fast death,” and said a foreign film tariff could help revive it. Also read: Donald Trump to impose tariffs on film production, is it a bad news for Hollywood? He has directed the Commerce Department and the US Trade Representative to begin exploring the option of imposing such a tariff, adding that it was part of his broader goal to “Make Hollywood Great Again.” The White House has voiced concern that too many U.S. productions are being shot overseas, lured by lower labour costs and generous tax credits. While some American states also offer tax incentives, they are often not enough to compete with countries that provide substantial financial breaks to foreign film crews. Also read: ‘Hollywood is dying’: Donald Trump orders 100% tariff on non-US movies in a bid to save the American film industry Hollywood confused and concerned The unexpected announcement has left many in the entertainment world scrambling for answers. There’s uncertainty around whether the tariffs would affect TV shows, streaming platforms, co-productions, or even films partially produced in the US but completed abroad. Executives, filmmakers, and producers are unsure how such a policy would be implemented or how it might impact projects already in progress. Special ambassadors named as Hollywood plan develops Trump has appointed actors and directors Jon Voight, Sylvester Stallone, and Mel Gibson as “special ambassadors” to Hollywood. According to reports, Voight has been working on a strategy to bring more film production back to the U.S., though it’s unclear if tariffs were ever part of that plan. Ironically, Mel Gibson himself could be directly affected. His next film, a follow-up to The Passion of the Christ, is set to begin filming in Italy later this year, potentially making it one of the first projects hit by the proposed tariff if it ever moves forward.

'No final decisions': White House walks back Trump’s 100% foreign film tariff threat - Did the US President speak too soon?

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has denied reports in some sections of the media that said issues related to Pakistan were discussed in the meeting between ADB President Masato Kanda and Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Milan on Monday (May 5).&nbsp;
The clarification said, &ldquo;The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is aware of media reports claiming that issues related to Pakistan were discussed during the bilateral meeting between ADB President Masato Kanda and Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on the sidelines of the 58th ADB Annual Meeting in Milan, Italy.&rdquo;
These media reports are incorrect. Issues related to Pakistan were not discussed during the bilateral meeting, it added.
Earlier, some reports had claimed that the Indian finance minister had urged ADB to slash funding to Pakistan allegedly over its continued support of cross-border terrorism. The report spread as India had already unleashed a slew of diplomatic and economic measures against Pakistan following the horrific killing of 26 unarmed civilians, mostly tourists, in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, by terrorists belonging to group which is an offshoot of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba.
The Asian Development Bank termed the media reports as incorrect and clarified, saying, &ldquo;Issues related to Pakistan were not discussed during the bilateral meeting.&rdquo;
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Several posts on social media claim that India has urged Italy and the Asian Development Bank to cut funds for Pakistan. <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PIBFactCheck?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PIBFactCheck</a> ❌ This claim is completely fake. India has not made any such request. ✅ Beware! Trust only official government sources for credible&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/H5jrIkGjmc">pic.twitter.com/H5jrIkGjmc</a>
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Meanwhile, India&rsquo;s Ministry of Finance also shared a PIB fact check on X stating that social media posts claiming India has urged Italy and the Asian Development Bank to cut funds for Pakistan were incorrect.

World | India News: Earlier, some reports had claimed that the Indian finance minister had urged ADB to slash funding to Pakistan allegedly over its continued support of cross-border terrorism.

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has denied reports in some sections of the media that said issues related to Pakistan were discussed in the meeting between ADB President Masato Kanda and Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Milan on Monday (May 5). The clarification said, “The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is aware of media reports claiming that issues related to Pakistan were discussed during the bilateral meeting between ADB President Masato Kanda and Indian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on the sidelines of the 58th ADB Annual Meeting in Milan, Italy.” These media reports are incorrect. Issues related to Pakistan were not discussed during the bilateral meeting, it added. Earlier, some reports had claimed that the Indian finance minister had urged ADB to slash funding to Pakistan allegedly over its continued support of cross-border terrorism. The report spread as India had already unleashed a slew of diplomatic and economic measures against Pakistan following the horrific killing of 26 unarmed civilians, mostly tourists, in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, by terrorists belonging to group which is an offshoot of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba. The Asian Development Bank termed the media reports as incorrect and clarified, saying, “Issues related to Pakistan were not discussed during the bilateral meeting.” Several posts on social media claim that India has urged Italy and the Asian Development Bank to cut funds for Pakistan. #PIBFactCheck ❌ This claim is completely fake. India has not made any such request. ✅ Beware! Trust only official government sources for credible… pic.twitter.com/H5jrIkGjmc — PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) May 5, 2025 Meanwhile, India’s Ministry of Finance also shared a PIB fact check on X stating that social media posts claiming India has urged Italy and the Asian Development Bank to cut funds for Pakistan were incorrect.

ADB denies reports of Pakistan issue being raised in bilateral meet with Indian Finance Minister

Representatives of Indian billionaire Gautam Adani have met senior officials from US President Donald Trump&rsquo;s administration to seek dismissal of the criminal charges in an overseas bribery probe and a resolution of the issue seems to be possible in a month, Bloomberg News reported. In November 2024, U.S. authorities had indicted Adani and his nephew, Sagar Adani, alleging that they paid bribes to officials in some Indian states to secure power supply contracts and misled U.S. investors during fundraising there, said a Reuters report.
The U.S. financial regulator summoned the duo, alleging they misled investors on compliance during a $750 million Adani Green bond sale in the US. The billionaire&rsquo;s aides are trying to make the case that his prosecution does not align with Trump&rsquo;s priorities and should be reconsidered, Bloomberg News reported on Sunday, citing sources privy to the developments.
Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/moodys-report-9037000">Moody&rsquo;s report flags economic fallout for Pakistan amid escalating tensions with India</a> The discussions began earlier this year and have picked up in the recent weeks, with a resolution possible within a month if the momentum continues, the report said. Adani Green, in a statement on Monday, reiterated it was not part of any proceedings, but it did not directly comment on the report about the meetings. It had recently said its review of the indictment found no non-compliance or irregularities.
The Justice Department and White House declined comment to Bloomberg on the report. WION has reached out to Adani for comment and is awaiting a response.
Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/oil-sees-a-sharp-decline-as-opec-decides-to-increase-supply-9037007">Oil sees a sharp decline as OPEC+ decides to increase supply</a> Shares of Adani Group&rsquo;s nine Indian listed companies rose between 1.7% and 10.5% on Monday, amid a 0.6% increase in the broader market. Earlier, the indictment had erased about $13 billion in market value of the nine firms.

Business & Economy | World | India News: The U.S. financial regulator summoned the duo, alleging they misled investors on compliance during a $750 million Adani Green bond sale in the United States.

Representatives of Indian billionaire Gautam Adani have met senior officials from US President Donald Trump’s administration to seek dismissal of the criminal charges in an overseas bribery probe and a resolution of the issue seems to be possible in a month, Bloomberg News reported. In November 2024, U.S. authorities had indicted Adani and his nephew, Sagar Adani, alleging that they paid bribes to officials in some Indian states to secure power supply contracts and misled U.S. investors during fundraising there, said a Reuters report. The U.S. financial regulator summoned the duo, alleging they misled investors on compliance during a $750 million Adani Green bond sale in the US. The billionaire’s aides are trying to make the case that his prosecution does not align with Trump’s priorities and should be reconsidered, Bloomberg News reported on Sunday, citing sources privy to the developments. Also Read | Moody’s report flags economic fallout for Pakistan amid escalating tensions with India The discussions began earlier this year and have picked up in the recent weeks, with a resolution possible within a month if the momentum continues, the report said. Adani Green, in a statement on Monday, reiterated it was not part of any proceedings, but it did not directly comment on the report about the meetings. It had recently said its review of the indictment found no non-compliance or irregularities. The Justice Department and White House declined comment to Bloomberg on the report. WION has reached out to Adani for comment and is awaiting a response. Also Read | Oil sees a sharp decline as OPEC+ decides to increase supply Shares of Adani Group’s nine Indian listed companies rose between 1.7% and 10.5% on Monday, amid a 0.6% increase in the broader market. Earlier, the indictment had erased about $13 billion in market value of the nine firms.

Adani representatives meet Trump team to push for dismissal of US bribery case: Report

Three people were killed while five others were injured in a mass <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/shooting">shooting</a>&nbsp;incident at a restaurant near Arizona&rsquo;s Phoenix on Sunday (May 4), said Glendale police.
Officers responded to reports of a shooting around 7:45 pm and found an &ldquo;enormous scene,&rdquo; said police in Glendale, Arizona, reported CNN. The city is located about 10 miles northwest of downtown Phoenix.
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&ldquo;We&rsquo;ve got multiple calls of a shooting that happened at an establishment,&rdquo; police spokesperson Moroni Mendez said. &ldquo;It was very chaotic.&rdquo;
Police believe multiple shooters were responsible. Several people have been detained for questioning. So far, no suspects have been arrested, Mendez said. Although the police believe there are no threats to public safety currently.
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According to Gun Violence Archive, the incident was among the 97 mass shooting cases in the United States this year, with four or more people injured or killed, excluding shooters.
The motive or events leading up to the crime remain unclear, and police have asked residents to come forward with any information regarding the incident.
The five people injured sustained gunshots or shrapnel wounds, Mendez said. It is not clear where the victims knew each other.
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&ldquo;We want to make sure we do a complete and thorough investigation and do right by the victims,&rdquo; Mendez said.
&ldquo;Obviously, they were involved because they were here tonight. Whether they know each other, whether they&rsquo;re related, whether their allies or opponents &ndash; we don&rsquo;t know yet, and that&rsquo;s what we&rsquo;re trying to solve and figure out,&rdquo; Mendez said.
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<h2>Witness describes scene of crime</h2>
Lupe Rodriguez, who was present at the place of incident, described the scene as, &ldquo;I heard people yelling out names. There was a man on the ground and it didn&rsquo;t look like he made it.&rdquo;
&ldquo;His father was yelling out his name. It was pretty bad,&rdquo; he said, as quoted by CNN.
&ldquo;It&rsquo;s going to be several hours before this whole thing is cleared up,&rdquo; Mendez added. &ldquo;We&rsquo;ll probably be working well into the daytime hours.&rdquo;

Police believe multiple shooters were responsible. Several people have been detained for questioning. So far, no suspects have been arrested, Mendez said. World

Three people were killed while five others were injured in a mass shooting incident at a restaurant near Arizona’s Phoenix on Sunday (May 4), said Glendale police. Officers responded to reports of a shooting around 7:45 pm and found an “enormous scene,” said police in Glendale, Arizona, reported CNN. The city is located about 10 miles northwest of downtown Phoenix. Also read | Sweden shooting: Three dead in mass firing incident at hair salon “We’ve got multiple calls of a shooting that happened at an establishment,” police spokesperson Moroni Mendez said. “It was very chaotic.” Police believe multiple shooters were responsible. Several people have been detained for questioning. So far, no suspects have been arrested, Mendez said. Although the police believe there are no threats to public safety currently. Also read | Who is Phoenix Ikner? Gunman who allegedly killed 2 in Florida state university campus shooting According to Gun Violence Archive, the incident was among the 97 mass shooting cases in the United States this year, with four or more people injured or killed, excluding shooters. The motive or events leading up to the crime remain unclear, and police have asked residents to come forward with any information regarding the incident. The five people injured sustained gunshots or shrapnel wounds, Mendez said. It is not clear where the victims knew each other. Also read | Virginia shooting: At least three dead, three injured; suspect on the run “We want to make sure we do a complete and thorough investigation and do right by the victims,” Mendez said. “Obviously, they were involved because they were here tonight. Whether they know each other, whether they’re related, whether their allies or opponents – we don’t know yet, and that’s what we’re trying to solve and figure out,” Mendez said. Watch | 16-year-old Detained After 3 Killed In Sweden Shooting Witness describes scene of crime Lupe Rodriguez, who was present at the place of incident, described the scene as, “I heard people yelling out names. There was a man on the ground and it didn’t look like he made it.” “His father was yelling out his name. It was pretty bad,” he said, as quoted by CNN. “It’s going to be several hours before this whole thing is cleared up,” Mendez added. “We’ll probably be working well into the daytime hours.”

Arizona mass shooting: 3 killed, 5 wounded after firing at Glendale restaurant

Germany's Defence Minister Boris Pistorius -- who has led the push to make the military "ready for war" so it doesn't have to fight one -- is the only cabinet member set to survive a change of government this week.
Hailed as a straight-talking, can-do politician, the Social Democrat has earned the respect of the troops and voters for his efforts to strengthen the Bundeswehr and support Ukraine in its fight against Russia.
That has saved his seat at the cabinet table when conservative election winner Friedrich Merz is set to take over as chancellor on Tuesday from Olaf Scholz of the centre-left Social Democrats (SPD).
On Monday the SPD -- which is staying on as a junior partner to Merz's CDU/CSU alliance -- said Pistorius will remain at the helm of Germany's armed forces, a job he has held for over two years.
Pistorius, 65, will now have at his disposal an unprecedented budget to make the army battle-ready in the face of sabre-rattling from Moscow and an uncertain future for the transatlantic alliance.
The new government intends to borrow hundreds of billions of euros to upgrade the armed forces after years of underinvestment in the post-Cold War era, which has drawn the ire of US President Donald Trump.
Pistorius took the job in January 2023, at a time Berlin stepped up arms shipments to Ukraine, making Germany the country's second biggest military backer after the United States.
In a job that has derailed many politicians before him, he managed the feat of quickly becoming Germany's most popular politician according to opinion polls, a position he has maintained ever since.
Under Pistorius, Berlin also decided to deploy a German brigade to Lithuania by 2027 to help strengthen NATO's eastern flank.
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<hl2>- 'Red general' -</hl2>
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Born in the northern city of Osnabrueck on March 14, 1960, Pistorius completed his own compulsory military service in the early 1980s.
He went on to study law and work as an attorney before entering politics in the 1990s.
He became mayor of his hometown and later interior minister of Lower Saxony state, where he gained a reputation for his work in renewing the police force and boosting it to combat extremism.
When Pistorius became defence minister, Der Spiegel news magazine nicknamed him the "red general" for the colour of the centre left Social Democrats party and his hard-charging style.
"Pistorius is considered impatient, occasionally comes across as brash and can sometimes barely conceal it when he is annoyed with others," public broadcaster NDR wrote of him in the past.
As Scholz's unwieldy three-party government engaged in open bickering last year over fiscal and economic policy, Pistorius stayed above the fray.
After Scholz's government eventually came crashing down in November, some voices within the SPD begged Pistorius to take the helm to try to turn around dire poll ratings.
But Pistorius refused to make a move for the party crown and played the loyal soldier, backing Scholz.
As the SPD went down to its worst defeat in history, with around 16 percent of the vote, this has left Pistorius as the last man left standing from the old ministerial lineup.
He has two daughters and was widowed in 2015 when his wife died of cancer. He remarried in December 2023 to academic Julia Schwanholz.
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.

World news: Born in the northern city of Osnabrueck on March 14, 1960, Pistorius completed his own compulsory military service in the early 1980s.

Germany's Defence Minister Boris Pistorius -- who has led the push to make the military "ready for war" so it doesn't have to fight one -- is the only cabinet member set to survive a change of government this week. Hailed as a straight-talking, can-do politician, the Social Democrat has earned the respect of the troops and voters for his efforts to strengthen the Bundeswehr and support Ukraine in its fight against Russia. That has saved his seat at the cabinet table when conservative election winner Friedrich Merz is set to take over as chancellor on Tuesday from Olaf Scholz of the centre-left Social Democrats (SPD). On Monday the SPD -- which is staying on as a junior partner to Merz's CDU/CSU alliance -- said Pistorius will remain at the helm of Germany's armed forces, a job he has held for over two years. Pistorius, 65, will now have at his disposal an unprecedented budget to make the army battle-ready in the face of sabre-rattling from Moscow and an uncertain future for the transatlantic alliance. The new government intends to borrow hundreds of billions of euros to upgrade the armed forces after years of underinvestment in the post-Cold War era, which has drawn the ire of US President Donald Trump. Pistorius took the job in January 2023, at a time Berlin stepped up arms shipments to Ukraine, making Germany the country's second biggest military backer after the United States. In a job that has derailed many politicians before him, he managed the feat of quickly becoming Germany's most popular politician according to opinion polls, a position he has maintained ever since. Under Pistorius, Berlin also decided to deploy a German brigade to Lithuania by 2027 to help strengthen NATO's eastern flank. - 'Red general' - Born in the northern city of Osnabrueck on March 14, 1960, Pistorius completed his own compulsory military service in the early 1980s. He went on to study law and work as an attorney before entering politics in the 1990s. He became mayor of his hometown and later interior minister of Lower Saxony state, where he gained a reputation for his work in renewing the police force and boosting it to combat extremism. When Pistorius became defence minister, Der Spiegel news magazine nicknamed him the "red general" for the colour of the centre left Social Democrats party and his hard-charging style. "Pistorius is considered impatient, occasionally comes across as brash and can sometimes barely conceal it when he is annoyed with others," public broadcaster NDR wrote of him in the past. As Scholz's unwieldy three-party government engaged in open bickering last year over fiscal and economic policy, Pistorius stayed above the fray. After Scholz's government eventually came crashing down in November, some voices within the SPD begged Pistorius to take the helm to try to turn around dire poll ratings. But Pistorius refused to make a move for the party crown and played the loyal soldier, backing Scholz. As the SPD went down to its worst defeat in history, with around 16 percent of the vote, this has left Pistorius as the last man left standing from the old ministerial lineup. He has two daughters and was widowed in 2015 when his wife died of cancer. He remarried in December 2023 to academic Julia Schwanholz. 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.

Boris Pistorius, party soldier in charge of Germany's defence

US President Donald Trump, in an interview aired on Sunday (May 5), said that his administration's primary aim of nuclear talks with Iran is the "total dismantlement" of Tehran&rsquo;s nuclear program.
However, he expressed openness to allowing Iran to pursue civilian nuclear energy under strict conditions
Trump's remarks came in an interview with NBC, where the host Kristen Welker asked the US president if he was seeking the "total dismantlement of Iran's nuclear program" in the negotiations with Tehran.
&ldquo;Total dismantlement. Yes, that is all I would accept,&rdquo; Trump said.
&ldquo;Now there is a new theory out there that Iran would be allowed to have civilian [nuclear facilities], meaning to make electricity,&rdquo; the US president said.
&ldquo;I mean, they have so much oil that I am not sure why they would need it,&rdquo; he added, noting that many oil-rich countries still maintain nuclear energy programs.
&ldquo;I think that I would be open to hearing it, you know?&rdquo; Trump said regarding the possibility of allowing Iran to develop nuclear energy for non-military purposes.
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&ldquo;Civilian energy, it&rsquo;s called. But you know, civilian energy often leads to military wars. And we don&rsquo;t want to have them to have a nuclear weapon. It&rsquo;s a very simple deal,&rdquo; he added.
&ldquo;The only thing they can&rsquo;t have is a nuclear weapon,&rdquo; he said. &ldquo;Because the world will be destroyed.&rdquo;
Trump's recent comments come after a series of statements from his administration officials outlining Washington&rsquo;s demands in the talks.
Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, who is leading the U.S. delegation, said last month that the administration was seeking a deal to limit&mdash;rather than dismantle&mdash;Iran&rsquo;s nuclear program. He later clarified that any agreement must &ldquo;stop and eliminate its nuclear enrichment and weaponisation program.&rdquo;

World news: Donald Trump's recent comments come after a series of statements from his administration officials outlining Washington’s demands in the talks.

US President Donald Trump, in an interview aired on Sunday (May 5), said that his administration's primary aim of nuclear talks with Iran is the "total dismantlement" of Tehran’s nuclear program. However, he expressed openness to allowing Iran to pursue civilian nuclear energy under strict conditions Trump's remarks came in an interview with NBC, where the host Kristen Welker asked the US president if he was seeking the "total dismantlement of Iran's nuclear program" in the negotiations with Tehran. “Total dismantlement. Yes, that is all I would accept,” Trump said. “Now there is a new theory out there that Iran would be allowed to have civilian [nuclear facilities], meaning to make electricity,” the US president said. “I mean, they have so much oil that I am not sure why they would need it,” he added, noting that many oil-rich countries still maintain nuclear energy programs. “I think that I would be open to hearing it, you know?” Trump said regarding the possibility of allowing Iran to develop nuclear energy for non-military purposes. Also read: 'Prison of last resort': Alcatraz, where Trump wants to send toughest criminals, once housed Al Capone. Here is its story “Civilian energy, it’s called. But you know, civilian energy often leads to military wars. And we don’t want to have them to have a nuclear weapon. It’s a very simple deal,” he added. “The only thing they can’t have is a nuclear weapon,” he said. “Because the world will be destroyed.” Trump's recent comments come after a series of statements from his administration officials outlining Washington’s demands in the talks. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, who is leading the U.S. delegation, said last month that the administration was seeking a deal to limit—rather than dismantle—Iran’s nuclear program. He later clarified that any agreement must “stop and eliminate its nuclear enrichment and weaponisation program.”

Trump calls for total dismantling of Iran's nuclear program, open to civilian use

Reality of Alcatraz prison Trump wants to reopen - what happened there? In 2004, during a visit to San Francisco, I took a boat trip to Alcatraz prison. It was not a federal penitentiary any more, but a museum. Alcatraz, located in an island off the San Francisco Bay, is an American legend, having housed some of the most notorious criminals in the country like mafia boss Al Capone. Now, as President Donald Trump thinks of reopening the prison to house the most notorious criminals, memories of that trip are flooding back, two decades on. Here is a roundup of the most interesting facts about the prison:
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<h2> Alcatraz prison: Located in the middle of shark-infested waters</h2>
Alcatraz Island, where the Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary is located, is a 22-acre rocky structure in San Francisco Bay, California, some 1.25 miles offshore.
Is takes a boat ride to reach there, and sits amid cold, swift currents and shark-infesteed waters.
These aspects made it an ideal location for a high-security prison, from which escape was deemed nearly impossible.
<h2>History, structure, and security features of Alcatraz prison</h2>
Alcatraz was originally a military fortification in the 1850s. It was converted into a military prison in 1912 and a federal penitentiary in 1934.
The main prison building was a concrete structure designed for maximum security.&nbsp;
The main cellhouse contained 336 cells across three blocks - B, C, and D -&nbsp; each measuring about 5 feet by 9 feet, with a small sink, toilet and cot. D Block housed solitary confinement cells.
Security features included reinforced steel bars, gun galleries, electrified fences, and guard towers. It also had surveillance measures considered modern for its time, including metal detectors and remote-controlled cell doors.
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Designed to hold up to 336 inmates, it typically housed around 260&ndash;275 at any given time when operational.
<h2>Notorious Inmates of Alcatraz: From Al Capone to Machine Gun Kelly</h2>
 Alcatraz housed some of America&rsquo;s most notorious criminals who were deemed too dangerous or escape-prone for other facilities, earning its reputation as the 'prison of last resort'.&nbsp;
Among them was the infamous Chicago mob boss Alphonse "Al" Capone. Convicted of tax evasion, Capone was one of Alcatraz&rsquo;s first high-profile inmates, serving time from 1934 to 1939. While at Alcatraz, his health deteriorated due to syphilis, and he was transferred to another prison.
George "Machine Gun" Kelly, the notorious bank robber and kidnapper, was sent to Alcatraz for his role in the kidnapping of Charles Urschel. He was reportedly a model prisoner but boasted of his criminal exploits during his time at Alcatraz in 1934&ndash;1951.
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 Robert Stroud, called the Birdman of Alcatraz, was another famous prisoner. The murder convict was&nbsp; famous for his study of birds and was mostly in solitary confinement at Alcatraz during his 1942&ndash;1959 stay.
Alvin "Creepy" Karpis, once the dreaded leader of the Barker-Karpis gang, was one of the longest-serving Alcatraz inmates, having served time from 1936 to 1962. He was convicted of kidnapping and bank robbery, and named Public Enemy No 1 at the time of his arrest.
James "Whitey" Bulger, the man who later beame the Boston mob boss, served time at Alcatraz for armed robbery in his younger years, from 1959 to 1962.
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<h2>Alcatraz prison escapes and escape attempts</h2>
In spite of its reputation as escape-proof, at least 14 escape attempts involving 36 inmates were recorded during its 29 years of Alcatraz as a federal penitentiary. Most escapees were recaptured, killed, or presumed drowned in the treacherous waters of San Francisco Bay.&nbsp;
On 16 December 1937, Theodore Cole and Ralph Roe escaped through a workshop window after cutting through the bars. But their escape was not complete, and they were presumed drowned as their bodies were never found.
There was a violent prison break attempt on 2-4 May 1946, called the Battle of Alcatraz.&nbsp;The escape plan was led by Bernard Coy and five others, who overpowered guards, seized weapons, and took control of the cellhouse. But&nbsp;they failed to secure keys to the outer doors, leading to a two-day siege involving US Marines and the Coast Guard. Two guards and three inmates were killed, and two surviving conspirators were later executed.
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But the most famous - and intelligent- escape was on 11 June 1962, by Frank Morris and the Anglin Brothers. Morris and brothers John and Clarence Anglin spent months chiselling through cell walls with spoons and creating papier-m&acirc;ch&eacute; dummy heads to fool guards. They crafted a raft from raincoats and paddled into the bay. Did they escape? Not sure, as their bodies were not found and they were not heard of, though the FBI at the time had concluded that they most likely drowned. A 2015 report claimed the Anglins survived and fled to Brazil, but this is not confirmed.
 Most other attempts were foiled early, with inmates caught in the act or killed by the guards.&nbsp;Of the 36 escapees, 23 were recaptured, 6 were shot dead, and 7 were presumed drowned.
<h2>Closure of Alcatraz: From notorious prison to 'national park'</h2>
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The Alcatraz federal Penitentiary was shut down on 21 March 1963, due to years of high operating costs: it had cost thrice more per inmate than other federal facilities, which worked out to $10 per inmate per day as opposed to $3 elsewhere.
As it was located on an isolated island, all supplies - even water - had to be transported from the shore, The concrete structures wore off due to salty sea air exposure, and started crumbling by the 1960s.
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The cost of repairs was estimated to be $5 million, so it was thought better to close it. There was also public sentiment in favour of shutting the prison due to its inhumane conditions. After it closed, Alcatraz inmates were moved to other federal prisons.
Alcatraz was left vacant until 1969, when Native American activists occupied it for 19 months to protest federal policies.&nbsp;
<h2> Alcatraz: The transformation from prison to tourist site</h2>
In 1972, Alcatraz was declared part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, managed by the National Park Service.&nbsp;Since then, it metamorphosed into a major tourist attraction, with 1.5 million visitors recorded every year.
Alcatraz is a Hollywood legend. Stories from Alcatraz have been made into Hollywood movies, including Escape from Alcatraz (1979) and The Rock (1996). Separately, numerous films and TV shows have been made around the infamous inmates of Alcatraz.&nbsp;
Though it had housed a total of 1,600 inmates, which is much lower than some major prisons in the US currently, Alcatraz remains a legend in public culture.
Currently, a visit to Alcatraz includes tours of the cellhouse, with audio guides from former guards and inmates. The island also hosts a bird sanctuary. But if Trump was not joking and he has his way, it will again go back to being a prison.

Alcatraz Trump wants to send the toughest criminals to the infamous island that once housed Al Capone. Real story of 'Prison of Last Resort' Trending | World

Reality of Alcatraz prison Trump wants to reopen - what happened there? In 2004, during a visit to San Francisco, I took a boat trip to Alcatraz prison. It was not a federal penitentiary any more, but a museum. Alcatraz, located in an island off the San Francisco Bay, is an American legend, having housed some of the most notorious criminals in the country like mafia boss Al Capone. Now, as President Donald Trump thinks of reopening the prison to house the most notorious criminals, memories of that trip are flooding back, two decades on. Here is a roundup of the most interesting facts about the prison: Alcatraz prison: Located in the middle of shark-infested waters Alcatraz Island, where the Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary is located, is a 22-acre rocky structure in San Francisco Bay, California, some 1.25 miles offshore. Is takes a boat ride to reach there, and sits amid cold, swift currents and shark-infesteed waters. These aspects made it an ideal location for a high-security prison, from which escape was deemed nearly impossible. History, structure, and security features of Alcatraz prison Alcatraz was originally a military fortification in the 1850s. It was converted into a military prison in 1912 and a federal penitentiary in 1934. The main prison building was a concrete structure designed for maximum security. The main cellhouse contained 336 cells across three blocks - B, C, and D - each measuring about 5 feet by 9 feet, with a small sink, toilet and cot. D Block housed solitary confinement cells. Security features included reinforced steel bars, gun galleries, electrified fences, and guard towers. It also had surveillance measures considered modern for its time, including metal detectors and remote-controlled cell doors. Trump to reopen notorious Alcatraz as supermax prison for 'America’s most ruthless offenders' Designed to hold up to 336 inmates, it typically housed around 260–275 at any given time when operational. Notorious Inmates of Alcatraz: From Al Capone to Machine Gun Kelly Alcatraz housed some of America’s most notorious criminals who were deemed too dangerous or escape-prone for other facilities, earning its reputation as the 'prison of last resort'. Among them was the infamous Chicago mob boss Alphonse "Al" Capone. Convicted of tax evasion, Capone was one of Alcatraz’s first high-profile inmates, serving time from 1934 to 1939. While at Alcatraz, his health deteriorated due to syphilis, and he was transferred to another prison. George "Machine Gun" Kelly, the notorious bank robber and kidnapper, was sent to Alcatraz for his role in the kidnapping of Charles Urschel. He was reportedly a model prisoner but boasted of his criminal exploits during his time at Alcatraz in 1934–1951. Best movies on prison break - The Shawshank Redemption, Escape From Alcatraz and more! Robert Stroud, called the Birdman of Alcatraz, was another famous prisoner. The murder convict was famous for his study of birds and was mostly in solitary confinement at Alcatraz during his 1942–1959 stay. Alvin "Creepy" Karpis, once the dreaded leader of the Barker-Karpis gang, was one of the longest-serving Alcatraz inmates, having served time from 1936 to 1962. He was convicted of kidnapping and bank robbery, and named Public Enemy No 1 at the time of his arrest. James "Whitey" Bulger, the man who later beame the Boston mob boss, served time at Alcatraz for armed robbery in his younger years, from 1959 to 1962. Alcatraz prison escapes and escape attempts In spite of its reputation as escape-proof, at least 14 escape attempts involving 36 inmates were recorded during its 29 years of Alcatraz as a federal penitentiary. Most escapees were recaptured, killed, or presumed drowned in the treacherous waters of San Francisco Bay. On 16 December 1937, Theodore Cole and Ralph Roe escaped through a workshop window after cutting through the bars. But their escape was not complete, and they were presumed drowned as their bodies were never found. There was a violent prison break attempt on 2-4 May 1946, called the Battle of Alcatraz. The escape plan was led by Bernard Coy and five others, who overpowered guards, seized weapons, and took control of the cellhouse. But they failed to secure keys to the outer doors, leading to a two-day siege involving US Marines and the Coast Guard. Two guards and three inmates were killed, and two surviving conspirators were later executed. Italian prisoners now have sex rooms to spend time with their partners But the most famous - and intelligent- escape was on 11 June 1962, by Frank Morris and the Anglin Brothers. Morris and brothers John and Clarence Anglin spent months chiselling through cell walls with spoons and creating papier-mâché dummy heads to fool guards. They crafted a raft from raincoats and paddled into the bay. Did they escape? Not sure, as their bodies were not found and they were not heard of, though the FBI at the time had concluded that they most likely drowned. A 2015 report claimed the Anglins survived and fled to Brazil, but this is not confirmed. Most other attempts were foiled early, with inmates caught in the act or killed by the guards. Of the 36 escapees, 23 were recaptured, 6 were shot dead, and 7 were presumed drowned. Closure of Alcatraz: From notorious prison to 'national park' The Alcatraz federal Penitentiary was shut down on 21 March 1963, due to years of high operating costs: it had cost thrice more per inmate than other federal facilities, which worked out to $10 per inmate per day as opposed to $3 elsewhere. As it was located on an isolated island, all supplies - even water - had to be transported from the shore, The concrete structures wore off due to salty sea air exposure, and started crumbling by the 1960s. 7 Curious Facts About Alcatraz — The Notorious Prison Trump Wants to Reopen The cost of repairs was estimated to be $5 million, so it was thought better to close it. There was also public sentiment in favour of shutting the prison due to its inhumane conditions. After it closed, Alcatraz inmates were moved to other federal prisons. Alcatraz was left vacant until 1969, when Native American activists occupied it for 19 months to protest federal policies. Alcatraz: The transformation from prison to tourist site In 1972, Alcatraz was declared part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area, managed by the National Park Service. Since then, it metamorphosed into a major tourist attraction, with 1.5 million visitors recorded every year. Alcatraz is a Hollywood legend. Stories from Alcatraz have been made into Hollywood movies, including Escape from Alcatraz (1979) and The Rock (1996). Separately, numerous films and TV shows have been made around the infamous inmates of Alcatraz. Though it had housed a total of 1,600 inmates, which is much lower than some major prisons in the US currently, Alcatraz remains a legend in public culture. Currently, a visit to Alcatraz includes tours of the cellhouse, with audio guides from former guards and inmates. The island also hosts a bird sanctuary. But if Trump was not joking and he has his way, it will again go back to being a prison.

'Prison of last resort': Alcatraz, where Trump wants to send toughest criminals, once housed Al Capone. Here is its story

Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit Russia on May 7-10 and join his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin at commemorations of the Allied victory against Nazi Germany, the Kremlin said on Sunday.
The visit coincides with heightened tensions between Beijing and Washington over swingeing US trade tariffs and Putin's order for a three-day truce in Ukraine, to coincide with Russia's World War II Victory Day on May 9.
Moscow and Beijing declared a "no limits partnership" weeks before Putin announced his Ukraine offensive in February 2022, and the two countries have since expanded their trade and military ties in an alliance that has worried the West.
The Russian president's office said&nbsp;Xi&nbsp;would hold bilateral talks with Putin on "developing partnerships and strategic ties" and on "issues on the international and regional agenda".&nbsp;
"The governments and ministers... are expected to sign a series of bilateral documents," it added.
In an interview with state television aired on Sunday, Putin said Russia's and China's interests were "aligned".
"They are truly strategic in nature, profound," Putin said of relations with Beijing.
Putin has ordered a temporary halt in fighting in neighbouring Ukraine from May 8 to 10, a move which Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed as theatrics.&nbsp;
China has portrayed itself as a neutral party in the three-year conflict, although Western governments say its close ties to Russia have given Moscow crucial economic and diplomatic support.&nbsp;
Zelensky in April accused China of supplying arms to Russia and alleged Beijing knew of at least 155 Chinese nationals fighting alongside Russian forces.
Beijing has called allegations of its involvement in the conflict "irresponsible remarks".
On Sunday, a spokesman for the Chinese foreign ministry emphasised the country's historic and strategic ties with Russia at a time when "the international order is undergoing profound adjustments".
<h2>Oppose 'bullying acts'&nbsp;</h2>
"China and Russia will further strengthen close collaboration in multilateral platforms such as the United Nations, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and the BRICS countries," Chinese state television CCTV quoted the spokesman as saying.&nbsp;
"(They will)&nbsp;unite the vast global South, lead global governance in the correct direction, firmly oppose unilateralism and bullying acts, and jointly promote an equal and orderly multipolar world and inclusive economic globalisation."
US President Donald Trump has imposed tariffs of up to 145 per cent on many US imports from China. Beijing has responded with duties of 125 per cent on US goods.&nbsp;
Turning to the Second World War, the Chinese spokesman said: "As the two main battlefields of World War II in Asia and Europe, China and Russia made tremendous sacrifices and great historical contributions to winning the World Anti-Fascist War."&nbsp;
In addition to&nbsp;Xi, a score of other leaders are expected to attend a military parade on Red Square in Moscow on May 9, including Russia's traditional allies.&nbsp;
The Kremlin has drawn parallels between its offensive against Ukraine and its World War II fight against Nazi Germany.&nbsp;
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World | Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit Russia on May 7-10 and join his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin at commemorations of the Allied victory against Nazi Germany, the Kremlin said on Sunday.

Chinese President Xi Jinping will visit Russia on May 7-10 and join his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin at commemorations of the Allied victory against Nazi Germany, the Kremlin said on Sunday. The visit coincides with heightened tensions between Beijing and Washington over swingeing US trade tariffs and Putin's order for a three-day truce in Ukraine, to coincide with Russia's World War II Victory Day on May 9. Moscow and Beijing declared a "no limits partnership" weeks before Putin announced his Ukraine offensive in February 2022, and the two countries have since expanded their trade and military ties in an alliance that has worried the West. The Russian president's office said Xi would hold bilateral talks with Putin on "developing partnerships and strategic ties" and on "issues on the international and regional agenda". "The governments and ministers... are expected to sign a series of bilateral documents," it added. In an interview with state television aired on Sunday, Putin said Russia's and China's interests were "aligned". "They are truly strategic in nature, profound," Putin said of relations with Beijing. Putin has ordered a temporary halt in fighting in neighbouring Ukraine from May 8 to 10, a move which Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has dismissed as theatrics. China has portrayed itself as a neutral party in the three-year conflict, although Western governments say its close ties to Russia have given Moscow crucial economic and diplomatic support. Zelensky in April accused China of supplying arms to Russia and alleged Beijing knew of at least 155 Chinese nationals fighting alongside Russian forces. Beijing has called allegations of its involvement in the conflict "irresponsible remarks". On Sunday, a spokesman for the Chinese foreign ministry emphasised the country's historic and strategic ties with Russia at a time when "the international order is undergoing profound adjustments". Oppose 'bullying acts' "China and Russia will further strengthen close collaboration in multilateral platforms such as the United Nations, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization and the BRICS countries," Chinese state television CCTV quoted the spokesman as saying. "(They will) unite the vast global South, lead global governance in the correct direction, firmly oppose unilateralism and bullying acts, and jointly promote an equal and orderly multipolar world and inclusive economic globalisation." US President Donald Trump has imposed tariffs of up to 145 per cent on many US imports from China. Beijing has responded with duties of 125 per cent on US goods. Turning to the Second World War, the Chinese spokesman said: "As the two main battlefields of World War II in Asia and Europe, China and Russia made tremendous sacrifices and great historical contributions to winning the World Anti-Fascist War." In addition to Xi, a score of other leaders are expected to attend a military parade on Red Square in Moscow on May 9, including Russia's traditional allies. The Kremlin has drawn parallels between its offensive against Ukraine and its World War II fight against Nazi Germany. 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.

China's Xi Jinping to visit Russia on May 7-10, says Kremlin

Russian authorities on Monday (May said defence forces had repelled four drones heading towards Moscow, days before foreign leaders are due to gather for a military parade on the capital's Red Square.&nbsp;Defence forces in the district of Podolsk "repelled an attack of four drones flying towards Moscow", Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said in a post on Telegram.
There were no initial reports of damage or casualties at the site where the debris had fallen, Sobyanin said, adding that emergency services specialists were working at the scene. Russia is staging a military parade on Red Square and an address by President Vladimir Putin on May 9 as part of its World War II anniversary celebrations.
Foreign leaders expected to attend include Chinese President Xi Jinping and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. The conflict in Ukraine often feels distant in the Russian capital, where life has continued as Moscow's military advances and attacks Ukrainian cities.&nbsp;
Ukraine has previously targeted Moscow, but deadly strikes so far away from the front lines are rare. In March, Russia's defence ministry said it had shot down 337 drones in a "massive" attack across the country, including 91 around the capital.
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World | Russian authorities on Monday (May said defence forces had repelled four drones heading towards Moscow, days before foreign leaders are due to gather for a military parade on the capital's Red Square.

Russian authorities on Monday (May said defence forces had repelled four drones heading towards Moscow, days before foreign leaders are due to gather for a military parade on the capital's Red Square. Defence forces in the district of Podolsk "repelled an attack of four drones flying towards Moscow", Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said in a post on Telegram. There were no initial reports of damage or casualties at the site where the debris had fallen, Sobyanin said, adding that emergency services specialists were working at the scene. Russia is staging a military parade on Red Square and an address by President Vladimir Putin on May 9 as part of its World War II anniversary celebrations. Foreign leaders expected to attend include Chinese President Xi Jinping and Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. The conflict in Ukraine often feels distant in the Russian capital, where life has continued as Moscow's military advances and attacks Ukrainian cities. Ukraine has previously targeted Moscow, but deadly strikes so far away from the front lines are rare. In March, Russia's defence ministry said it had shot down 337 drones in a "massive" attack across the country, including 91 around the capital. 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.

Russia claims to have repelled 4 drones flying towards Moscow

New Delhi: India&rsquo;s former ambassador to the United Nations, Syed Akbaruddin, has said no significant outcome is expected from the closed-door meeting at the United Nations Security Council requested by Pakistan. Speaking to WION, he said, &ldquo;No significant outcome is likely from such informal closed consultations.&rdquo;
It is important to know that Akbaruddin was the Indian ambassador to the UN when the last such closed-door meeting happened in 2019. The meeting happened at the request of Pakistan back then also, with China taking the initiative. The meeting was requested in the aftermath of the special status for the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Pakistan&rsquo;s initiative is a public diplomacy effort aimed at shaping perceptions rather than advancing negotiations,&rdquo; the former ambassador explained on today&rsquo;s meeting.
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Pakistan is currently a non-permanent member of the UNSC, a tenure that started from 1st January. The Pakistani foreign ministry, in a statement, said that the country will &ldquo;formally apprise the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) of the latest developments in South Asia&rdquo;, and also raise the issue of the Indus Waters Treaty being put into &ldquo;abeyance&rdquo; by the Indian side.&nbsp;
The closed meeting takes place under the header &ldquo;Threats to international peace and security&rdquo; at 1.30 am IST. Ideally, issues can be raised at the consultative meetings or under &ldquo;Any other business&rdquo;.&nbsp;
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In the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, India&rsquo;s External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar had spoken to 9 out of 10 non-permanent members of UNSC and 4 of the 5 permanent members of the top UN body, briefing Delhi&rsquo;s position on the issue of terrorism supported by Pakistan. These countries are France, Russia, US, UK, Algeria, Denmark, Greece, Guyana, Panama, South Korea, Sierra Leone, Slovenia, and Somalia.&nbsp;
Last week, Greece, which holds the rotational presidency of the UN Security Council for the month of May, condemned the terror attack but said a meeting can happen. &ldquo;If a request comes for meeting..it might happen sooner rather than later,&rdquo; said Greece&rsquo;s UN Envoy Evangelos Sekeris.
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World | India News | Pakistan: In the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar had spoken to 9 out of 10 non-permanent members of the UNSC and 4 of the 5 permanent members of the top UN body.

New Delhi: India’s former ambassador to the United Nations, Syed Akbaruddin, has said no significant outcome is expected from the closed-door meeting at the United Nations Security Council requested by Pakistan. Speaking to WION, he said, “No significant outcome is likely from such informal closed consultations.” It is important to know that Akbaruddin was the Indian ambassador to the UN when the last such closed-door meeting happened in 2019. The meeting happened at the request of Pakistan back then also, with China taking the initiative. The meeting was requested in the aftermath of the special status for the erstwhile state of Jammu and Kashmir. “Pakistan’s initiative is a public diplomacy effort aimed at shaping perceptions rather than advancing negotiations,” the former ambassador explained on today’s meeting. Also Read | ‘Pakistan a failed state, Gen Munir’s remarks nonsensical’: Oppn leader Asaduddin Owaisi Pakistan is currently a non-permanent member of the UNSC, a tenure that started from 1st January. The Pakistani foreign ministry, in a statement, said that the country will “formally apprise the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) of the latest developments in South Asia”, and also raise the issue of the Indus Waters Treaty being put into “abeyance” by the Indian side. The closed meeting takes place under the header “Threats to international peace and security” at 1.30 am IST. Ideally, issues can be raised at the consultative meetings or under “Any other business”. Also Read | ‘What you all desire will happen,’ assures defence minister Rajnath Singh on Pahalgam retaliation In the aftermath of the Pahalgam terror attack, India’s External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar had spoken to 9 out of 10 non-permanent members of UNSC and 4 of the 5 permanent members of the top UN body, briefing Delhi’s position on the issue of terrorism supported by Pakistan. These countries are France, Russia, US, UK, Algeria, Denmark, Greece, Guyana, Panama, South Korea, Sierra Leone, Slovenia, and Somalia. Last week, Greece, which holds the rotational presidency of the UN Security Council for the month of May, condemned the terror attack but said a meeting can happen. “If a request comes for meeting..it might happen sooner rather than later,” said Greece’s UN Envoy Evangelos Sekeris.

‘No significant outcome...,’ India’s former envoy to UN Syed Akbaruddin on UNSC closed-door meet

Donald Trump has refused to rule out the use of the US military to gain control of Greenland. The US president in an interview said that he's not saying he's going to use force to take the Denmark territory, but that he won't "rule (it) out" either. &nbsp;
Since taking over as President of the United States (POTUS), Trump has been very vocal about his desire to gain control of Greenland, the world's largest island and a self-governing territory under Denmark &mdash; a key NATO ally.
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<h2>What did Trump say?</h2>
During an interview with NBC's Meet The Press on Sunday (May 6), Trump was asked if he would take the territory by force. To this, he replied, "I don&rsquo;t rule it out. I don&rsquo;t say I&rsquo;m going to do it, but I don&rsquo;t rule out anything. No, not there."
He then claimed that the US needs Greenland "very badly".
"We need Greenland very badly. Greenland is a very small amount of people, which we&rsquo;ll take care of, and we&rsquo;ll cherish them, and all of that. But we need that for international security," he added.
Trump made the jaw-dropping statement during a wide-ranging conversation marking his first 100 days back in office.
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<h2>Will Donald Trump take Canada by force?</h2>
During the interview, Trump was also asked about using force against Canada, which he wants as the 51st state of the US. To this, he said, "It&rsquo;s highly unlikely. I don't see it with Canada. I just don't see it, I have to be honest with you".
He added that Canada would make a "cherished state" and lamented the "artificial" nature of the border, while accusing the US of subsidising Canada by $200 billion a year&mdash;a figure with no factual basis.
"I&rsquo;ll always talk about that. You know why? We subsidise Canada to the tune of $200bn a year," he said, if "Canada was part of the US it wouldn't cost us."
"It would be great &hellip; it would be a cherished state. And, if you look at our map, if you look at the geography &ndash; I&rsquo;m a real estate guy at heart. When I look down at that without that artificial line that was drawn with a ruler many years ago &ndash; was just an artificial line, goes straight across. You don&rsquo;t even realise," he added.
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Discover Donald Trump's controversial stance on potentially using military force to acquire Greenland, a self-governing territory under Denmark, highlighting global security implications.

Donald Trump has refused to rule out the use of the US military to gain control of Greenland. The US president in an interview said that he's not saying he's going to use force to take the Denmark territory, but that he won't "rule (it) out" either. Since taking over as President of the United States (POTUS), Trump has been very vocal about his desire to gain control of Greenland, the world's largest island and a self-governing territory under Denmark — a key NATO ally. Also read | Trump's ally who once likened him to Jesus, slams him on X; Is US president's leadership in trouble? What did Trump say? During an interview with NBC's Meet The Press on Sunday (May 6), Trump was asked if he would take the territory by force. To this, he replied, "I don’t rule it out. I don’t say I’m going to do it, but I don’t rule out anything. No, not there." He then claimed that the US needs Greenland "very badly". "We need Greenland very badly. Greenland is a very small amount of people, which we’ll take care of, and we’ll cherish them, and all of that. But we need that for international security," he added. Trump made the jaw-dropping statement during a wide-ranging conversation marking his first 100 days back in office. Also read | 'Tone-deaf' Trump's disrespectful behaviour at Pope's funeral ignites online hate: 'Moron embarrassed us on world stage' Will Donald Trump take Canada by force? During the interview, Trump was also asked about using force against Canada, which he wants as the 51st state of the US. To this, he said, "It’s highly unlikely. I don't see it with Canada. I just don't see it, I have to be honest with you". He added that Canada would make a "cherished state" and lamented the "artificial" nature of the border, while accusing the US of subsidising Canada by $200 billion a year—a figure with no factual basis. "I’ll always talk about that. You know why? We subsidise Canada to the tune of $200bn a year," he said, if "Canada was part of the US it wouldn't cost us." "It would be great … it would be a cherished state. And, if you look at our map, if you look at the geography – I’m a real estate guy at heart. When I look down at that without that artificial line that was drawn with a ruler many years ago – was just an artificial line, goes straight across. You don’t even realise," he added. Also read | Trump to reopen notorious Alcatraz as supermax prison for 'America’s most ruthless offenders'

'We need Greenland very badly': Trump refuses to rule out military takeover of Denmark's territory

Russian President Vladimir Putin has voiced strong condemnation over the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, during a phone call with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (May 05). The assault, which took place on April 22, claimed 26 lives.
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Putin offered his condolences to the victims and pledged Russia&rsquo;s support in India&rsquo;s fight against terrorism. "President Putin @KremlinRussia_E called PM @narendramodi and strongly condemned the terror attack in Pahalgam, India. He conveyed deepest condolences on the loss of innocent lives and expressed full support to India in the fight against terrorism. He emphasised that the perpetrators of the heinous attack and their supporters must be brought to justice," Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal posted on X.
<h2>Putin's call comes amid Pakistani suggestion for foreign probe</h2>
The timing of the Russian president&rsquo;s call is important, as it comes just after Pakistan&rsquo;s defence minister called for international involvement in investigating the attack.
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In an interview with Russian state media RIA Novosti, Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Asif suggested that Russia, China, or even Western nations could set up a team to determine whether India&rsquo;s claims about Pakistan&rsquo;s involvement are true. "Let an international team find out," Asif said, adding that Pakistan&rsquo;s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also supports such a probe.
Asif denied any Pakistani link to the terror strike and said, &ldquo;These are just statements, empty statements and nothing more.&rdquo;
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<h2>Modi invites Putin to India for annual summit</h2>
Beyond the Pahalgam attack, the two leaders discussed broader cooperation between India and Russia. According to Jaiswal, they &ldquo;reiterated their commitment&rdquo; to deepening the India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership.
Prime Minister Modi congratulated Putin ahead of Russia&rsquo;s Victory Day celebrations on May 9 and invited him to attend the Annual Summit in India later this year. The Russian leader accepted the invitation.
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India News: The timing of the Russian president’s call is important, as it comes just after Pakistan’s defence minister called for international involvement in investigating the attack.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has voiced strong condemnation over the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, during a phone call with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday (May 05). The assault, which took place on April 22, claimed 26 lives. Also read: Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: Security forces bust terror hideout in Poonch, recover 5 IEDs, radio sets Putin offered his condolences to the victims and pledged Russia’s support in India’s fight against terrorism. "President Putin @KremlinRussia_E called PM @narendramodi and strongly condemned the terror attack in Pahalgam, India. He conveyed deepest condolences on the loss of innocent lives and expressed full support to India in the fight against terrorism. He emphasised that the perpetrators of the heinous attack and their supporters must be brought to justice," Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal posted on X. Putin's call comes amid Pakistani suggestion for foreign probe The timing of the Russian president’s call is important, as it comes just after Pakistan’s defence minister called for international involvement in investigating the attack. Also read: Inside India, Pakistan’s nuclear arsenals: Who has more, and what would happen if New Delhi, Islamabad unleash their nukes? In an interview with Russian state media RIA Novosti, Pakistani Defence Minister Khawaja Asif suggested that Russia, China, or even Western nations could set up a team to determine whether India’s claims about Pakistan’s involvement are true. "Let an international team find out," Asif said, adding that Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also supports such a probe. Asif denied any Pakistani link to the terror strike and said, “These are just statements, empty statements and nothing more.” Also read: 'Will go hungry, but get the bomb’: How Pakistan got the nuclear bomb? A story of desperation, fear, and rivalry with India Modi invites Putin to India for annual summit Beyond the Pahalgam attack, the two leaders discussed broader cooperation between India and Russia. According to Jaiswal, they “reiterated their commitment” to deepening the India-Russia Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership. Prime Minister Modi congratulated Putin ahead of Russia’s Victory Day celebrations on May 9 and invited him to attend the Annual Summit in India later this year. The Russian leader accepted the invitation. Watch: 'Good news for Sohni and Mahiwal'? Pakistan faces critical water shortage as India cuts Chenab water

'Full support to India': Russia's Putin dials PM Modi, says 'perpetrators of Pahalgam attack must be brought to justice’

A military parade, street parties and a balcony appearance by the royal family will on Monday begin four days of UK celebrations to mark 80 years since the end of World War II.
King Charles III, Prime Minister Keir Starmer and thousands of spectators will watch NATO personnel from the US, France and Germany, along with Ukrainian troops, in a military procession that will begin with Winston Churchill's 1945 victory speech, voiced by actor Timothy Spall.
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As European countries gear up to celebrate Victory in Europe (VE) Day on May 8, the war in Ukraine is a reminder "that peace is never to be taken for granted", Charles told the Italian parliament last month.
"Today, sadly, the echoes of those times&ndash;&ndash; which we fervently hoped had been consigned to history&ndash;&ndash; reverberate across our continent," the king said.
Monday's procession will culminate in a fly past featuring aerobatic team the Red Arrows and 23 current and historic military aircraft, which the 76-year-old monarch and other working royals will watch from the balcony of Buckingham Palace.
It was from the same balcony on May 8, 1945, that King George VI and Queen Elizabeth -- alongside their daughters Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret, and then Prime Minister Churchill -- greeted tens of thousands of Londoners celebrating what Churchill declared the "day of victory in Europe".
That night, the two princesses, then 19 and 14, were allowed to leave the palace and join the jubilant crowds incognito.
Some 40 years later, Elizabeth, by then queen, described the night as "one of the most memorable" of her life.
<h3>Poppies, pubs and parties&nbsp;</h3>
This year's commemorations will take on extra poignancy given the fading of the "Greatest Generation".
This will be the last major commemoration for which "anyone will still be alive who actually served in the Second World War," monarchy specialist Robert Hazell of University College London told AFP.
Buckingham Palace will on Monday host a reception to celebrate veterans and people of the WWII generation.
Their numbers are dwindling, leaving younger generations increasingly disconnected from the conflict that shook the continent from 1939 to 1945.
"It's important to remember some of the poor devils who didn't make it like I did," 99-year-old Royal Air Force Veteran Dennis Bishop told AFP.
The first act on a chilly Monday morning in London was the draping of two huge Union Jack flags on the Cenotaph war memorial that honours Britain's war dead.
The usually bustling central London streets were deserted, except for The Mall outside Buckingham Palace, where hundreds of people set up camp with chairs and rugs.
"It's so emotional to be here today. Eighty years of peace and peace of mind, I don't know if we understand what achievement it is. Where would we be without them?" said Patrick Beacon, 76, who arrived with his wife at around 7 am (0600 GMT) to get the "best view".
<h3>'Debt of gratitude'&nbsp;</h3>
Among other events, there will be a party on HMS Belfast -- one of the few surviving British warships from WWII -- which is moored on the banks of the Thames.
And people are invited to take part in hundreds of other parties, picnics, installations and commemorations that will take place across the country through the week until VE Day on Thursday.
On Tuesday, Queen Camilla will visit an art installation of around 30,000 ceramic red poppies -&ndash; symbols of remembrance for the war dead -&ndash; at the iconic Tower of London.
Celebrations will draw to a close on Thursday with a two-minute national silence, observed by the royals and at government buildings at noon.
King Charles, who has been undergoing treatment for cancer for over a year, and Queen Camilla will attend a service of thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey, followed by a concert at London's Horse Guards Parade.
The royal family is hoping "nothing will detract or distract" from the celebrations after Prince Harry, Charles' youngest son, gave a bombshell interview on Friday, according to UK media.
Pubs across the country have been allowed to stay open two hours later as part of the celebrations.
"We owe a debt of gratitude to those prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice for our country," Prime Minister Keir Starmer wrote on X late Sunday.

A military parade, street parties and a balcony appearance by the royal family will on Monday begin four days of UK celebrations to mark 80 years since the end of World War II. World

A military parade, street parties and a balcony appearance by the royal family will on Monday begin four days of UK celebrations to mark 80 years since the end of World War II. King Charles III, Prime Minister Keir Starmer and thousands of spectators will watch NATO personnel from the US, France and Germany, along with Ukrainian troops, in a military procession that will begin with Winston Churchill's 1945 victory speech, voiced by actor Timothy Spall. Also read: 'Fire of World War 2': Why Zippo is still the world’s most luxurious lighter in 2025 As European countries gear up to celebrate Victory in Europe (VE) Day on May 8, the war in Ukraine is a reminder "that peace is never to be taken for granted", Charles told the Italian parliament last month. "Today, sadly, the echoes of those times–– which we fervently hoped had been consigned to history–– reverberate across our continent," the king said. Monday's procession will culminate in a fly past featuring aerobatic team the Red Arrows and 23 current and historic military aircraft, which the 76-year-old monarch and other working royals will watch from the balcony of Buckingham Palace. It was from the same balcony on May 8, 1945, that King George VI and Queen Elizabeth -- alongside their daughters Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret, and then Prime Minister Churchill -- greeted tens of thousands of Londoners celebrating what Churchill declared the "day of victory in Europe". That night, the two princesses, then 19 and 14, were allowed to leave the palace and join the jubilant crowds incognito. Some 40 years later, Elizabeth, by then queen, described the night as "one of the most memorable" of her life. Poppies, pubs and parties This year's commemorations will take on extra poignancy given the fading of the "Greatest Generation". This will be the last major commemoration for which "anyone will still be alive who actually served in the Second World War," monarchy specialist Robert Hazell of University College London told AFP. Buckingham Palace will on Monday host a reception to celebrate veterans and people of the WWII generation. Their numbers are dwindling, leaving younger generations increasingly disconnected from the conflict that shook the continent from 1939 to 1945. "It's important to remember some of the poor devils who didn't make it like I did," 99-year-old Royal Air Force Veteran Dennis Bishop told AFP. The first act on a chilly Monday morning in London was the draping of two huge Union Jack flags on the Cenotaph war memorial that honours Britain's war dead. The usually bustling central London streets were deserted, except for The Mall outside Buckingham Palace, where hundreds of people set up camp with chairs and rugs. "It's so emotional to be here today. Eighty years of peace and peace of mind, I don't know if we understand what achievement it is. Where would we be without them?" said Patrick Beacon, 76, who arrived with his wife at around 7 am (0600 GMT) to get the "best view". 'Debt of gratitude' Among other events, there will be a party on HMS Belfast -- one of the few surviving British warships from WWII -- which is moored on the banks of the Thames. And people are invited to take part in hundreds of other parties, picnics, installations and commemorations that will take place across the country through the week until VE Day on Thursday. On Tuesday, Queen Camilla will visit an art installation of around 30,000 ceramic red poppies -– symbols of remembrance for the war dead -– at the iconic Tower of London. Celebrations will draw to a close on Thursday with a two-minute national silence, observed by the royals and at government buildings at noon. King Charles, who has been undergoing treatment for cancer for over a year, and Queen Camilla will attend a service of thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey, followed by a concert at London's Horse Guards Parade. The royal family is hoping "nothing will detract or distract" from the celebrations after Prince Harry, Charles' youngest son, gave a bombshell interview on Friday, according to UK media. Pubs across the country have been allowed to stay open two hours later as part of the celebrations. "We owe a debt of gratitude to those prepared to make the ultimate sacrifice for our country," Prime Minister Keir Starmer wrote on X late Sunday.

End of World War II: 80th anniversary celebration underway in UK

Lebanon on Sunday began the first stage of long-delayed municipal elections, the first vote since a devastating war between Israel and Hezbollah and after a new national government was formed.Polls opened at 7:00 am (0400 GMT) for voters in the Mount Lebanon district, a heavily populated area with mixed political and religious affiliations that includes Beirut's southern suburbs, a Hezbollah stronghold that was heavily damaged by Israeli strikes."We have come to exercise our right and have our voices heard," said Hashem Shamas, 39, a Hezbollah supporter, after voting in south Beirut's Shiyah neighbourhood.According to the interior ministry, 9,321 candidates including 1,179 women are running in the Mount Lebanon district.Lebanon is supposed to hold municipal elections every six years, but cash-strapped authorities last held a local ballot in 2016.President Joseph Aoun emphasised the vote's importance to "give confidence to the people and internationally that Lebanon is rebuilding its institutions and is back on the right track".Aoun was elected in January and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam formed a government the following month, ending a more than two-year vacuum as Lebanon's balance of power shifted following the Israel-Hezbollah war.The new authorities have promised reforms in order to gain the trust of the international community, as well as unlock billions in bail-out funds amid a five-year economic crisis. They have also vowed a state monopoly on bearing arms.Hezbollah was left badly weakened in more than a year of hostilities with Israel, with a slew of commanders including the group's longtime chief, Hassan Nasrallah, killed and its strongholds pummelled in the south and east and in south Beirut.Israel has continued to strike targets in Lebanon despite a ceasefire and still has troops in five areas it considers "strategic".In April 2024, the municipal polls were postponed amid the hostilities, which escalated in September into a major Israeli bombing campaign and ground incursion before the ceasefire about two months later.Aoun urged voters not to let sectarian, "partisan or financial factors" impact their vote.Religious and political affiliations are usually key electoral considerations in multi-confessional Lebanon, where power is shared along sectarian lines.Municipal ballots however provide a greater margin for local community dynamics to play a role.Polls are set to close at 7:00 pm on Sunday.Areas of northern Lebanon will vote on May 11, with Beirut and the country's eastern Bekaa Valley area set to go to the polls on May 18, while voters in the heavily damaged south will cast ballots on May 24.

Lebanon commenced its first municipal elections since the Israel-Hezbollah conflict, marking a crucial step in rebuilding its institutions and gaining international confidence.

Lebanon on Sunday began the first stage of long-delayed municipal elections, the first vote since a devastating war between Israel and Hezbollah and after a new national government was formed. Polls opened at 7:00 am (0400 GMT) for voters in the Mount Lebanon district, a heavily populated area with mixed political and religious affiliations that includes Beirut's southern suburbs, a Hezbollah stronghold that was heavily damaged by Israeli strikes. "We have come to exercise our right and have our voices heard," said Hashem Shamas, 39, a Hezbollah supporter, after voting in south Beirut's Shiyah neighbourhood. According to the interior ministry, 9,321 candidates including 1,179 women are running in the Mount Lebanon district. Lebanon is supposed to hold municipal elections every six years, but cash-strapped authorities last held a local ballot in 2016. President Joseph Aoun emphasised the vote's importance to "give confidence to the people and internationally that Lebanon is rebuilding its institutions and is back on the right track". Aoun was elected in January and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam formed a government the following month, ending a more than two-year vacuum as Lebanon's balance of power shifted following the Israel-Hezbollah war. The new authorities have promised reforms in order to gain the trust of the international community, as well as unlock billions in bail-out funds amid a five-year economic crisis. They have also vowed a state monopoly on bearing arms. Hezbollah was left badly weakened in more than a year of hostilities with Israel, with a slew of commanders including the group's longtime chief, Hassan Nasrallah, killed and its strongholds pummelled in the south and east and in south Beirut. Israel has continued to strike targets in Lebanon despite a ceasefire and still has troops in five areas it considers "strategic". In April 2024, the municipal polls were postponed amid the hostilities, which escalated in September into a major Israeli bombing campaign and ground incursion before the ceasefire about two months later. Aoun urged voters not to let sectarian, "partisan or financial factors" impact their vote. Religious and political affiliations are usually key electoral considerations in multi-confessional Lebanon, where power is shared along sectarian lines. Municipal ballots however provide a greater margin for local community dynamics to play a role. Polls are set to close at 7:00 pm on Sunday. Areas of northern Lebanon will vote on May 11, with Beirut and the country's eastern Bekaa Valley area set to go to the polls on May 18, while voters in the heavily damaged south will cast ballots on May 24.

Lebanon holds local polls in first vote since Israel-Hezbollah war

In a powerful ultimate act of compassion, Pope Francis has donated his iconic Popemobile to serve as a mobile health clinic for children in war-ravaged Gaza.
The specially designed vehicle &mdash; once used to carry the pontiff through crowds during his 2014 visit to the West Bank &mdash; is being repurposed to deliver life-saving medical aid to Palestinian children suffering in the wake of Israel's ongoing military campaign.
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<h2>Pope's "message to the world"</h2>
Pope Francis' gift to the children of Gaza has been received by Catholic charity Caritas Jerusalem. In a statement, the charity revealed that the late pope reached out to them in his final months, asking them to use the vehicle for the good of Gaza children.
"The purpose of the initiative is to safeguard and uphold children&rsquo;s fundamental rights and dignity," said Caritas Jerusalem.
Peter Brune, secretary general of Caritas Sweden, said that the repurposed pope mobile would arrive just in time to help reach "children who today have no access to healthcare &ndash; children who are injured and malnourished".
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"This is concrete, life-saving intervention at a time when the health system in Gaza has almost completely collapsed," he said, adding "It&rsquo;s not just a vehicle; it's a message that the world has not forgotten about the children in Gaza".
"This vehicle represents the love, care, and closeness shown by His Holiness for the most vulnerable, which he expressed throughout the crisis," said Anton Asfar of Caritas Jerusalem.
<h2>Serving Gaza's Children in Crisis</h2>
As per the New York Times, the vehicle, which has been outfitted with blast-proof windows and is equipped to carry medical staff and supplies, will soon head to Gaza &mdash; pending final approval from Israeli authorities.
The mobile clinic will treat malnourished and injured children, test for infections, and suture wounds &mdash; providing desperately needed healthcare in an enclave where the health system is collapsing, reports NYT.
The Vatican has confirmed that it was Pope Francis' final wish for the Popemobile to be used for the good of Gazan children.
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<h2>Pope Francis, a pontiff who never forgot Gaza</h2>
As per reports, until his final breath, Pope Francis kept a close eye on the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza.
In his last Easter message, he described the conditions there as "dramatic and deplorable", demanding both peace and the release of the remaining hostages held in the enclave.
The pontiff personally called them every single day for updates, the Church of the Holy Family in Gaza has confirmed.

Trending | World | Discover Pope Francis' last wish as he donates his iconic Popemobile to serve as mobile clinic, providing vital healthcare to children in war-torn Gaza

In a powerful ultimate act of compassion, Pope Francis has donated his iconic Popemobile to serve as a mobile health clinic for children in war-ravaged Gaza. The specially designed vehicle — once used to carry the pontiff through crowds during his 2014 visit to the West Bank — is being repurposed to deliver life-saving medical aid to Palestinian children suffering in the wake of Israel's ongoing military campaign. Also read | Trump mocks Pope Francis' death? US President posts AI image in papal attire, netizens call it ‘Blasphemy’ Pope's "message to the world" Pope Francis' gift to the children of Gaza has been received by Catholic charity Caritas Jerusalem. In a statement, the charity revealed that the late pope reached out to them in his final months, asking them to use the vehicle for the good of Gaza children. "The purpose of the initiative is to safeguard and uphold children’s fundamental rights and dignity," said Caritas Jerusalem. Peter Brune, secretary general of Caritas Sweden, said that the repurposed pope mobile would arrive just in time to help reach "children who today have no access to healthcare – children who are injured and malnourished". Also read | Martin Scorsese to direct documentary on Pope Francis’ final interview "This is concrete, life-saving intervention at a time when the health system in Gaza has almost completely collapsed," he said, adding "It’s not just a vehicle; it's a message that the world has not forgotten about the children in Gaza". "This vehicle represents the love, care, and closeness shown by His Holiness for the most vulnerable, which he expressed throughout the crisis," said Anton Asfar of Caritas Jerusalem. Serving Gaza's Children in Crisis As per the New York Times, the vehicle, which has been outfitted with blast-proof windows and is equipped to carry medical staff and supplies, will soon head to Gaza — pending final approval from Israeli authorities. The mobile clinic will treat malnourished and injured children, test for infections, and suture wounds — providing desperately needed healthcare in an enclave where the health system is collapsing, reports NYT. The Vatican has confirmed that it was Pope Francis' final wish for the Popemobile to be used for the good of Gazan children. Also read | ‘Arrogant and stupid’: Trump’s AI pope image triggers backlash from Catholics, and even his MAGA base isn’t laughing Pope Francis, a pontiff who never forgot Gaza As per reports, until his final breath, Pope Francis kept a close eye on the humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza. In his last Easter message, he described the conditions there as "dramatic and deplorable", demanding both peace and the release of the remaining hostages held in the enclave. The pontiff personally called them every single day for updates, the Church of the Holy Family in Gaza has confirmed.

Pope Francis' final wish: Pontiff's iconic Popemobile to serve as mobile clinic for Gaza’s children

Israel's security cabinet has okayed a plan to expand its military operations in Gaza, which includes the "conquest" of the Palestinian territory and promotion of Gazan emigration, news agency AFP reported, citing an Israeli political source.
"The plan will include, among other things, the conquest of the Gaza Strip and the holding of the territories, moving the Gaza population south for their protection," said the source.
The official further added that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "continues to promote" US President Donald Trump's plan for the voluntary departure of Gazans to neighbouring countries such as Jordan or Egypt.
The decision was made overnight, hours after the military announced the call-up of tens of thousands of reservists to expand the offensive against Hamas in the Gaza Strip.
The security cabinet, including Netanyahu and several Israeli ministers, "unanimously approved" the plan aimed at defeating Hamas and securing the return of hostages held in Gaza.
The official source said that the plan included "powerful strikes against Hamas", without sharing further details on their nature.
Army chief Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, on Sunday (May 4), said that the military was calling up "tens of thousands" of reservists to expand its war in Gaza.
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<h2>'Possibility of humanitarian distribution in Gaza'</h2>
The cabinet also gave a green signal to the "possibility of humanitarian distribution" in the besieged Palestinian enclave, which has been under full Israeli blockade since March 2.
The cabinet "approved by a large majority the possibility of a humanitarian distribution, if necessary, to prevent Hamas from taking control of the supplies and to destroy its governance capabilities. During the cabinet discussion, it was mentioned that there is currently enough food in Gaza," said the official.
Israel has stepped up aerial bombings and expanded ground operations in the Gaza Strip since restarting its offensive on March 18.&nbsp;

The cabinet gave a green signal to the "possibility of humanitarian distribution" in the besieged Palestinian enclave, which has been under full Israeli blockade since March 2.

Israel's security cabinet has okayed a plan to expand its military operations in Gaza, which includes the "conquest" of the Palestinian territory and promotion of Gazan emigration, news agency AFP reported, citing an Israeli political source. "The plan will include, among other things, the conquest of the Gaza Strip and the holding of the territories, moving the Gaza population south for their protection," said the source. The official further added that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "continues to promote" US President Donald Trump's plan for the voluntary departure of Gazans to neighbouring countries such as Jordan or Egypt. The decision was made overnight, hours after the military announced the call-up of tens of thousands of reservists to expand the offensive against Hamas in the Gaza Strip. The security cabinet, including Netanyahu and several Israeli ministers, "unanimously approved" the plan aimed at defeating Hamas and securing the return of hostages held in Gaza. The official source said that the plan included "powerful strikes against Hamas", without sharing further details on their nature. Army chief Lieutenant General Eyal Zamir, on Sunday (May 4), said that the military was calling up "tens of thousands" of reservists to expand its war in Gaza. WATCH | Israel-Hamas war: Israeli cabinet approves plans to intensify military ops in Gaza, says official 'Possibility of humanitarian distribution in Gaza' The cabinet also gave a green signal to the "possibility of humanitarian distribution" in the besieged Palestinian enclave, which has been under full Israeli blockade since March 2. The cabinet "approved by a large majority the possibility of a humanitarian distribution, if necessary, to prevent Hamas from taking control of the supplies and to destroy its governance capabilities. During the cabinet discussion, it was mentioned that there is currently enough food in Gaza," said the official. Israel has stepped up aerial bombings and expanded ground operations in the Gaza Strip since restarting its offensive on March 18.

Israeli cabinet greenlights plan including Gaza 'conquest': Report

Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories, slammed EU leadership for supporting Israel&rsquo;s &ldquo;war crimes&rdquo; in Gaza. She said they should be held accountable for this act.
In an interview with news outlet The Intercept, Albanese urged European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to use her executive powers to stop the &ldquo;genocide&rdquo; in Gaza. She also criticised Kaja Kallas, EU&rsquo;s top diplomat, for not laying enough emphasis and pressurising&nbsp;Israel to end its military operation during her visit to Tel Aviv in March. Kallas also said that &ldquo;both sides lose&rdquo; in the conflict.
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EU official says that &ldquo;The [EU] association agreement with Israel is the legal basis of... dialogue with the Israeli authorities... to discuss issues and advance our point of views.&rdquo; NO: a telephone is a tool for dialogue. The association agreement is a tool for Israel&rsquo;s impunity&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/JwSBqU3NHF">https://t.co/JwSBqU3NHF</a>
&mdash; Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur oPt (@FranceskAlbs) <a href="https://twitter.com/FranceskAlbs/status/1919176324461003163?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 4, 2025</a></blockquote>
&ldquo;The fact that the two highest figures of the EU continue business-as-usual engagements with Israel is beyond deplorable. I&rsquo;m not someone who says, &lsquo;history will judge them&rsquo; &ndash; they will have to be judged before then. And they will have to understand that immunity cannot equate with impunity,&rdquo; Albanese said. &ldquo;All those implicated and involved in the unlawful occupation, in providing it with support, are aiding and abetting violations of international law and human rights violations, and a number of these amount to crimes. There can be individual responsibility and individual liability for those who have been aiding and abetting or enabling such crimes," Albanese added.
She highlighted her efforts in exposing institutions and organisations playing a pivotal role in crimes against Palestinians in Gaza. The report includes tech companies, universities, banks and pension funds.
Albanese claimed she and her family have received death threats after the release of a report in March 2024 that insisted on Israel&rsquo;s actions be classified as genocide. Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-defense-forces-probe-reveals-massive-failure-as-troops-abandoned-civilians-at-zikim-beach-on-oct-7-9032123">Israel Defense Forces probe reveals &lsquo;massive failure&rsquo; as troops abandoned civilians at Zikim Beach on Oct 7</a>
Offering support as Israel was engulfed by wildfire, Ursula von der Leyen tweeted, &ldquo;We support the fight against devastating fires in Israel. We have activated our European Civil Protection Mechanism. Firefighter planes from Greece, Cyprus, Croatia and Italy are on their way to help fight the blaze."
She further added, "This is EU solidarity in action."
To which Albanese responded with, "I wonder whether the European Civil Protection Mechanism can be activated for people&mdash;especially children&mdash;burned alive in plastic tents, or is it just for trees."
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Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories, slammed EU leadership for supporting Israel’s “war crimes” in Gaza. She said they should be held accountable for this act. World

Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories, slammed EU leadership for supporting Israel’s “war crimes” in Gaza. She said they should be held accountable for this act. In an interview with news outlet The Intercept, Albanese urged European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to use her executive powers to stop the “genocide” in Gaza. She also criticised Kaja Kallas, EU’s top diplomat, for not laying enough emphasis and pressurising Israel to end its military operation during her visit to Tel Aviv in March. Kallas also said that “both sides lose” in the conflict. EU official says that “The [EU] association agreement with Israel is the legal basis of... dialogue with the Israeli authorities... to discuss issues and advance our point of views.” NO: a telephone is a tool for dialogue. The association agreement is a tool for Israel’s impunity… https://t.co/JwSBqU3NHF — Francesca Albanese, UN Special Rapporteur oPt (@FranceskAlbs) May 4, 2025 “The fact that the two highest figures of the EU continue business-as-usual engagements with Israel is beyond deplorable. I’m not someone who says, ‘history will judge them’ – they will have to be judged before then. And they will have to understand that immunity cannot equate with impunity,” Albanese said. “All those implicated and involved in the unlawful occupation, in providing it with support, are aiding and abetting violations of international law and human rights violations, and a number of these amount to crimes. There can be individual responsibility and individual liability for those who have been aiding and abetting or enabling such crimes," Albanese added. She highlighted her efforts in exposing institutions and organisations playing a pivotal role in crimes against Palestinians in Gaza. The report includes tech companies, universities, banks and pension funds. Albanese claimed she and her family have received death threats after the release of a report in March 2024 that insisted on Israel’s actions be classified as genocide. Also read: Israel Defense Forces probe reveals ‘massive failure’ as troops abandoned civilians at Zikim Beach on Oct 7 Offering support as Israel was engulfed by wildfire, Ursula von der Leyen tweeted, “We support the fight against devastating fires in Israel. We have activated our European Civil Protection Mechanism. Firefighter planes from Greece, Cyprus, Croatia and Italy are on their way to help fight the blaze." She further added, "This is EU solidarity in action." To which Albanese responded with, "I wonder whether the European Civil Protection Mechanism can be activated for people—especially children—burned alive in plastic tents, or is it just for trees."

UN expert wants top EU leadership to be held accountable for 'aiding Israel's war crimes' in Gaza

Iran has unveiled a "game changer" missile called 'Qassem Basir'. The missile, as per the nation, renders anti-ballistic missile systems like US-made THAAD and Patriot obsolete.
The missile boasts an over 1,200-kilometre range and can cover all of Israeli territory, stated the Iran Military on X.
Reports of Qassem Basir come as Iran continues to be embroiled in a conflict with Israel, with Tehran backing Yemen's Houthi rebels.
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Here's all you need to know about Iran's Qassem Basir.
<h2>What is Qassem Basir?</h2>
Qassem Basir is Iran's latest missile that has a number of features, which, as per Tehran, "renders THAAD &amp; other anti-ballistic systems obsolete".
The "battle-proven" missile was developed through experience from Operation True Promise 1 and 2, said the Iranian military on X.
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Operation True Promise is the codename for Iran's 13 April 2024 air attack on Israel. The strike was supposed to be a retaliatory action for the attack on Iran's consulate in Syria on April 1 &ndash; for which Tehran held Tel Aviv responsible. However, Israel claims that 99 per cent of the around 300 missiles were destroyed in the sky. &nbsp;&nbsp; Meanwhile, Operation True Promise 2 refers to Iran's 1 October 2024 strike on Israel &ndash; 200 ballistic missiles were launched in what was the largest attack during the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict.
<h2>Qassem Basir missile features</h2>
The missile boasts "advanced stealth technology". It has a carbon fibre body, which makes it lighter, faster and radar-absorbent. Furthermore, its "cutting-edge" guidance system can evade radar detections.
It also has a "Satellite-Guided Interception Failure"; this, as per Iranian military, means that even space-based defence systems cannot track its warhead. Qassem Basir, as per the X post, also has the very low interception rate of five per cent and "Only 5 out of 200 missiles could be stopped in combat scenarios".
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Iran Unveils a Game-Changer: The "Qassem Basir" Missile Key Features: . Renders THAAD &amp; Other Anti-Ballistic Systems Obsolete . Advanced Stealth Technology: Carbon fiber body + cutting-edge guidance system evades radar detection . Satellite-Guided Interception Failure: Even&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/tZM4Mhv2zy">pic.twitter.com/tZM4Mhv2zy</a>
&mdash; Iran Military (@IRIran_Military) <a href="https://twitter.com/IRIran_Military/status/1919092485625962720?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 4, 2025</a></blockquote>
The missile also boasts "zero deviation (not even one metre)", that too without relying on a GPS system.
Iranian Defence Minister General Aziz Nasirzadeh on national TV said that the new missile would have better manoeuvrability compared to previous missile systems.
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Warning Israel ally US, Nasirzadeh said, "If we are attacked, or a war is imposed on us, we will respond with might."
"We will attack their interests and their bases, and we will not be reluctant and will not see any limits in this regard," General Nasirzadeh underscored.
He added, as reported by Tehran Times, "We are not enemies of our neighbouring countries, and they are our brothers, but American bases on their soil will be our targets."
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Iran's fresh threat to US: Iran unveils new ballistic missile 'Qassem Basir' The county claims 'Qassem Basir' can bypass US' THAAD anti ballistic missile system<a href="https://twitter.com/ShivanChanana?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ShivanChanana</a> &amp; <a href="https://twitter.com/JyotsnaKumar13?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JyotsnaKumar13</a> bring you this report <a href="https://t.co/330PGpnkSN">pic.twitter.com/330PGpnkSN</a>
&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1919225361013104809?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 5, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Technology | World | Discover Iran's latest military advancement, the Qassem Basir missile, claimed to render US-made THAAD systems obsolete with its advanced features.

Iran has unveiled a "game changer" missile called 'Qassem Basir'. The missile, as per the nation, renders anti-ballistic missile systems like US-made THAAD and Patriot obsolete. The missile boasts an over 1,200-kilometre range and can cover all of Israeli territory, stated the Iran Military on X. Reports of Qassem Basir come as Iran continues to be embroiled in a conflict with Israel, with Tehran backing Yemen's Houthi rebels. Also read | 'There will be bangs': Israel's Netanyahu vows action against Houthis after missile attack at Tel Aviv airport Here's all you need to know about Iran's Qassem Basir. What is Qassem Basir? Qassem Basir is Iran's latest missile that has a number of features, which, as per Tehran, "renders THAAD & other anti-ballistic systems obsolete". The "battle-proven" missile was developed through experience from Operation True Promise 1 and 2, said the Iranian military on X. Also read | ‘At a time and place of our choosing’: Netanyahu echoes Trump after Houthi attack, vows response against ‘Iranian terror masters’ Operation True Promise is the codename for Iran's 13 April 2024 air attack on Israel. The strike was supposed to be a retaliatory action for the attack on Iran's consulate in Syria on April 1 – for which Tehran held Tel Aviv responsible. However, Israel claims that 99 per cent of the around 300 missiles were destroyed in the sky. Meanwhile, Operation True Promise 2 refers to Iran's 1 October 2024 strike on Israel – 200 ballistic missiles were launched in what was the largest attack during the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict. Qassem Basir missile features The missile boasts "advanced stealth technology". It has a carbon fibre body, which makes it lighter, faster and radar-absorbent. Furthermore, its "cutting-edge" guidance system can evade radar detections. It also has a "Satellite-Guided Interception Failure"; this, as per Iranian military, means that even space-based defence systems cannot track its warhead. Qassem Basir, as per the X post, also has the very low interception rate of five per cent and "Only 5 out of 200 missiles could be stopped in combat scenarios". Iran Unveils a Game-Changer: The "Qassem Basir" Missile Key Features: . Renders THAAD & Other Anti-Ballistic Systems Obsolete . Advanced Stealth Technology: Carbon fiber body + cutting-edge guidance system evades radar detection . Satellite-Guided Interception Failure: Even… pic.twitter.com/tZM4Mhv2zy — Iran Military (@IRIran_Military) May 4, 2025 The missile also boasts "zero deviation (not even one metre)", that too without relying on a GPS system. Iranian Defence Minister General Aziz Nasirzadeh on national TV said that the new missile would have better manoeuvrability compared to previous missile systems. Also read | Trump to reopen notorious Alcatraz as supermax prison for 'America’s most ruthless offenders' Warning Israel ally US, Nasirzadeh said, "If we are attacked, or a war is imposed on us, we will respond with might." "We will attack their interests and their bases, and we will not be reluctant and will not see any limits in this regard," General Nasirzadeh underscored. He added, as reported by Tehran Times, "We are not enemies of our neighbouring countries, and they are our brothers, but American bases on their soil will be our targets." Iran's fresh threat to US: Iran unveils new ballistic missile 'Qassem Basir' The county claims 'Qassem Basir' can bypass US' THAAD anti ballistic missile system@ShivanChanana & @JyotsnaKumar13 bring you this report pic.twitter.com/330PGpnkSN — WION (@WIONews) May 5, 2025

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Pakistan has violated the ceasefire in Jammu and Kashmir for the 11th consecutive day after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22. Meanwhile, a 30-minute rehearsal for the blackout was conducted in the entire Ferozpur Cantonment area on Sunday amid the heightened tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack.
US President Donald Trump claims that in a dramatic directive, he is ordering Alcatraz, the infamous prison island off the coast of California, to reopen and expand. The notorious prison has been closed for over six decades.
Hollywood actor Sean Penn has never been a fan of Donald Trump. Appearing on Jim Acosta&rsquo;s Subtsack podcast recently, the actor spoke about world politics, on the heels of his new film Words of War.&nbsp;
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Pakistan has violated the ceasefire in Jammu and Kashmir for the 11th consecutive day after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22. Meanwhile, a 30-minute rehearsal for the blackout was conducted in the entire Ferozpur Cantonment area on Sunday amid the heightened tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack. US President Donald Trump claims that in a dramatic directive, he is ordering Alcatraz, the infamous prison island off the coast of California, to reopen and expand. The notorious prison has been closed for over six decades. Hollywood actor Sean Penn has never been a fan of Donald Trump. Appearing on Jim Acosta’s Subtsack podcast recently, the actor spoke about world politics, on the heels of his new film Words of War. Click on the headlines to read more Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE: Pakistan violates ceasefire for 11th consecutive day JK Pahalgam Terror Attack LIVE Updates: Pakistan has violated the ceasefire in Jammu and Kashmir for the 11th consecutive day after the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22. Meanwhile, a 30-minute rehearsal for the blackout was conducted in the entire Ferozpur Cantonment area on Sunday amid the heightened tensions between India and Pakistan following the Pahalgam terror attack. Trump to reopen notorious Alcatraz as supermax prison for 'America’s most ruthless offenders' US President Donald Trump claims that in a dramatic directive, he is ordering Alcatraz, the infamous prison island off the coast of California, to reopen and expand. The notorious prison has been closed for over six decades. Wife of killed naval officer trolled for appealing not to hate Muslims and Kashmiris post-Pahalgam attack, NCW comes in her defence Himanshi Narwal, wife of the naval officer Vinay Narwal, has faced immense trolling on the internet after her statement urging peace in the country post-Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people. In her statement, Himashi urged Indians not to hate Muslims and Kashmiris after the terrorist attack. Sean Penn disses Donald Trump, says he 'might try to destroy the world’ Hollywood actor Sean Penn has never been a fan of Donald Trump. Appearing on Jim Acosta’s Subtsack podcast recently, the actor spoke about world politics, on the heels of his new film Words of War. WATCH | Yunus throttled press freedom in Bangladesh, 640 journalists targeted in 8 months, says report

Morning news brief: Pahalgam terror attack updates; Trump to reopen Alcatraz prison, and more

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov spoke to his Pakistani counterpart on Sunday (May 4) and offered Russia's help in resolving tensions between Pakistan and India over Kashmir, the Foreign Ministry said.
"Particular attention was paid to the significant rise in tension between New Delhi and Islamabad," the ministry said in a statement, referring to Lavrov's conversation with Ishaq Dar, who is also Pakistan's deputy prime minister.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-pakistan-tensions-escalate-anti-terror-operations-in-kashmir-9029621">India-Pakistan tensions escalate: Anti-terror operations in Kashmir</a>
"It was stressed that Russia is ready to act for a political settlement of the situation resulting from the act of terrorism of April 22 in the Pahalgam area of the Kashmir valley, in the event of a mutual desire on the part of Islamabad and New Delhi," the Russian Foreign Ministry said in a statement posted on Telegram.
Lavrov's conversation with Dar took place two days after he spoke with Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar and also called for a settlement of differences between the two neighbouring countries.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-pak-tensions-if-pakistan-fires-nukes-it-may-not-have-time-to-fire-another-9032895">India-Pak tensions: If Pakistan fires nukes, it may not have time to fire another</a>
On April 22, a terror attack in Pahalgam's Baisaran meadows killed at least 26 people. The location is known to be a popular tourist destination in the Pahalgam area of the Kashmir Valley.
Russia has been India's largest weapons provider for decades, and New Delhi and Moscow have had close ties since Soviet times.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov spoke to his Pakistani counterpart on Sunday (May 4) and offered Russia's help in resolving tensions between Pakistan and India over Kashmir, the Foreign Ministry said. World

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov spoke to his Pakistani counterpart on Sunday (May 4) and offered Russia's help in resolving tensions between Pakistan and India over Kashmir, the Foreign Ministry said. "Particular attention was paid to the significant rise in tension between New Delhi and Islamabad," the ministry said in a statement, referring to Lavrov's conversation with Ishaq Dar, who is also Pakistan's deputy prime minister. Also read: India-Pakistan tensions escalate: Anti-terror operations in Kashmir "It was stressed that Russia is ready to act for a political settlement of the situation resulting from the act of terrorism of April 22 in the Pahalgam area of the Kashmir valley, in the event of a mutual desire on the part of Islamabad and New Delhi," the Russian Foreign Ministry said in a statement posted on Telegram. Lavrov's conversation with Dar took place two days after he spoke with Indian Foreign Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar and also called for a settlement of differences between the two neighbouring countries. Also read: India-Pak tensions: If Pakistan fires nukes, it may not have time to fire another On April 22, a terror attack in Pahalgam's Baisaran meadows killed at least 26 people. The location is known to be a popular tourist destination in the Pahalgam area of the Kashmir Valley. Russia has been India's largest weapons provider for decades, and New Delhi and Moscow have had close ties since Soviet times.

War-torn Russia wants to mediate matters between India and Pakistan over Kashmir

US President Donald Trump claims that in a dramatic directive, he is ordering Alcatraz, the infamous prison island off the coast of California, to reopen and expand. The notorious prison has been closed for over six decades.
In a message posted Sunday night on his Truth Social platform, Trump declared that the United States must return to a time when it locked away the "most dangerous criminals and keep them far away from anyone they could harm".&nbsp;
Alcatraz, he said, will serve as a "symbol of law, order, and JUSTICE."
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trumps-tone-deaf-disrespectful-behaviour-at-popes-funeral-ignites-online-hate-moron-embarrassed-us-on-world-stage-9006273">'Tone-deaf' Trump's disrespectful behaviour at Pope's funeral ignites online hate: 'Moron embarrassed us on world stage'</a>
<h2>America plagued by violent offenders</h2>
On Truth Social, Trump claimed that America is plagued by violent offenders and that he is going to "fix that".
"For too long, America has been plagued by vicious, violent, and repeat Criminal Offenders, the dregs of society, who will never contribute anything other than Misery and Suffering," Trump wrote.
"We are going to fix that," he added.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/trumps-ally-who-once-likened-him-to-jesus-slams-him-on-x-is-us-presidents-leadership-in-trouble-rift-republican-party-marjorie-taylor-greene-9029212">Trump's ally who once likened him to Jesus, slams him on X; Is US president's leadership in trouble?</a>
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<h2>Alcatraz 'The Rock' returns</h2>
Nicknamed "The Rock", Alcatraz once held America's most notorious inmates &mdash; from Al Capone to George "Machine Gun" Kelly.&nbsp;
The prison's high-security isolation and treacherous Pacific surroundings made it virtually escape-proof &mdash; a fact that has been immortalised in Hollywood films like Escape from Alcatraz and The Rock.
Trump now wants to "substantially enlarge and rebuild" the prison to house the nation&rsquo;s most violent and repeat offenders, working with the Justice Department, FBI, Homeland Security, and Bureau of Prisons.
This move comes amid Trump&rsquo;s increasingly aggressive criminal justice proposals. He recently called for accused gang members to be shipped to El Salvador&rsquo;s notorious prisons and proposed reopening <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-unveils-plan-to-detain-30000-migrants-at-notorious-guantanamo-bay-military-prison-criminal-illegal-aliens-us-illegal-immigrants-8669651">Guant&aacute;namo Bay</a> &mdash; another infamous prison &mdash; to hold up to 30,000 "criminal aliens".

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Trending | World  | Discover President Trump's bold plan to reopen Alcatraz as a supermax prison, aimed at isolating America's most dangerous criminals.

US President Donald Trump claims that in a dramatic directive, he is ordering Alcatraz, the infamous prison island off the coast of California, to reopen and expand. The notorious prison has been closed for over six decades. In a message posted Sunday night on his Truth Social platform, Trump declared that the United States must return to a time when it locked away the "most dangerous criminals and keep them far away from anyone they could harm". Alcatraz, he said, will serve as a "symbol of law, order, and JUSTICE." Also read | 'Tone-deaf' Trump's disrespectful behaviour at Pope's funeral ignites online hate: 'Moron embarrassed us on world stage' America plagued by violent offenders On Truth Social, Trump claimed that America is plagued by violent offenders and that he is going to "fix that". "For too long, America has been plagued by vicious, violent, and repeat Criminal Offenders, the dregs of society, who will never contribute anything other than Misery and Suffering," Trump wrote. "We are going to fix that," he added. Also read | Trump's ally who once likened him to Jesus, slams him on X; Is US president's leadership in trouble? Alcatraz 'The Rock' returns Nicknamed "The Rock", Alcatraz once held America's most notorious inmates — from Al Capone to George "Machine Gun" Kelly. The prison's high-security isolation and treacherous Pacific surroundings made it virtually escape-proof — a fact that has been immortalised in Hollywood films like Escape from Alcatraz and The Rock. Trump now wants to "substantially enlarge and rebuild" the prison to house the nation’s most violent and repeat offenders, working with the Justice Department, FBI, Homeland Security, and Bureau of Prisons. This move comes amid Trump’s increasingly aggressive criminal justice proposals. He recently called for accused gang members to be shipped to El Salvador’s notorious prisons and proposed reopening Guantánamo Bay — another infamous prison — to hold up to 30,000 "criminal aliens".

Trump to reopen notorious Alcatraz as supermax prison for 'America’s most ruthless offenders'

Russian President Vladimir Putin, 72, the longest-serving Kremlin chief since Josef Stalin, said in a documentary aired on Sunday that he has been thinking about succession, and indicated that there could be a contest between multiple candidates. Putin, a former KGB lieutenant colonel, took over the presidency from Boris Yeltsin on the last day of 1999 and served as president till 2008, then as prime minister until 2012, and then again as president from 2012 to the present.
Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/what-you-all-desire-will-happen-assures-defence-minister-rajnath-singh-on-pahalgam-retaliation-9032695" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&lsquo;What you all desire will happen,&rsquo; assures defence minister Rajnath Singh on Pahalgam retaliation</a>
The documentary film by Saida Medvedeva and Pavel Zarubin, titled &ldquo;Russia. The Kremlin. Putin. 25 Years,&rdquo; was released on the Rossiya 1 TV channel, reported state news agency RIA.
&ldquo;I always think about it,&rdquo; said Putin when asked if he thought about the succession in a film by state television about him spending a quarter of a century as Russia&rsquo;s paramount leader. &ldquo;In the end, the choice is up to the people, to the Russian people, to the citizens, to the voters,&rdquo; Putin said, adding, &ldquo;I think that there should be a person, or rather several people, so that the people have a choice.&rdquo;
Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-a-failed-state-gen-munirs-remarks-nonsensical-oppn-leader-asaduddin-owaisi-9032050" rel="noopener" target="_blank">&lsquo;Pakistan a failed state, Gen Munir&rsquo;s remarks nonsensical&rsquo;: Oppn leader Asaduddin Owaisi</a>
There is no clear successor to Putin right now though under the Russian constitution, if the president was unable to fulfil his duties, then the prime minister&mdash;currently Mikhail Mishustin&mdash;would assume presidential powers.
&ldquo;A person who does not have the people&rsquo;s trust will hardly have a chance to do something serious.,&rdquo; Putin remarked. Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/99-russian-soldiers-die-for-every-kilometre-gained-in-ukraine-and-putin-doesnt-seem-to-care-9030092" target="_blank" rel="noopener">&lsquo;Low quality troops, high casualties&rsquo;: 99 Russian soldiers die for every kilometre gained in Ukraine and Putin doesn&rsquo;t seem to care</a> Questioned on the prospects for a ceasefire and settlement with Kyiv, Putin said reconciliation between Russia and Ukraine is inevitable. &ldquo;I think it&rsquo;s inevitable, despite all the tragedy we&rsquo;re going through right now. It&rsquo;s a matter of time,&rdquo; he said.
Asked to comment on relations with China, Putin said 25 years ago the centres of economic growth started shifting to the Asia-Pacific region. &ldquo;Not only to China, but also to other countries in this region. Russia and China are neighbours and should build good relations for the development of both countries.&rdquo;

World: Putin, a former KGB lieutenant colonel, took over the presidency from Boris Yeltsin on the last day of 1999 and served as president till 2008, then as prime minister until 2012, and then again as president from 2012 to the present.

Russian President Vladimir Putin, 72, the longest-serving Kremlin chief since Josef Stalin, said in a documentary aired on Sunday that he has been thinking about succession, and indicated that there could be a contest between multiple candidates. Putin, a former KGB lieutenant colonel, took over the presidency from Boris Yeltsin on the last day of 1999 and served as president till 2008, then as prime minister until 2012, and then again as president from 2012 to the present. Also Read | ‘What you all desire will happen,’ assures defence minister Rajnath Singh on Pahalgam retaliation The documentary film by Saida Medvedeva and Pavel Zarubin, titled “Russia. The Kremlin. Putin. 25 Years,” was released on the Rossiya 1 TV channel, reported state news agency RIA. “I always think about it,” said Putin when asked if he thought about the succession in a film by state television about him spending a quarter of a century as Russia’s paramount leader. “In the end, the choice is up to the people, to the Russian people, to the citizens, to the voters,” Putin said, adding, “I think that there should be a person, or rather several people, so that the people have a choice.” Also Read | ‘Pakistan a failed state, Gen Munir’s remarks nonsensical’: Oppn leader Asaduddin Owaisi There is no clear successor to Putin right now though under the Russian constitution, if the president was unable to fulfil his duties, then the prime minister—currently Mikhail Mishustin—would assume presidential powers. “A person who does not have the people’s trust will hardly have a chance to do something serious.,” Putin remarked. Also Read: ‘Low quality troops, high casualties’: 99 Russian soldiers die for every kilometre gained in Ukraine and Putin doesn’t seem to care Questioned on the prospects for a ceasefire and settlement with Kyiv, Putin said reconciliation between Russia and Ukraine is inevitable. “I think it’s inevitable, despite all the tragedy we’re going through right now. It’s a matter of time,” he said. Asked to comment on relations with China, Putin said 25 years ago the centres of economic growth started shifting to the Asia-Pacific region. “Not only to China, but also to other countries in this region. Russia and China are neighbours and should build good relations for the development of both countries.”

Russian President Putin, 72, says succession always on his mind, hints at tough contest

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (May 04) promised Israel would strike back at both Yemen&rsquo;s Houthi rebels and their Iranian backers after a missile landed near Tel Aviv&rsquo;s Ben Gurion Airport, injuring six people.
&ldquo;Israel will respond to the Huthi attack against our main airport AND, at a time and place of our choosing, to their Iranian terror masters,&rdquo; Netanyahu wrote on X, reposting a comment by President Donald Trump. &ldquo;It will not happen in one bang, but there will be many bangs,&rdquo; he added.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-netanyahu-vows-action-against-yemen-houthis-after-missile-attack-at-tel-aviv-airport-9032485" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">'There will be bangs': Israel's Netanyahu vows action against Houthis after missile attack at Tel Aviv airport</a>
Earlier in March, US President Donald Trump also blamed Iran for Houthi Strikes saying, "Let nobody be fooled! The hundreds of attacks being made by Houthi, the sinister mobsters and thugs based in Yemen, who are hated by the Yemeni people, all emanate&nbsp;from,&nbsp;and are created&nbsp;by,&nbsp;IRAN."
<h2>Defence chief warns of sevenfold retaliation</h2>
Defence Minister Israel Katz said, &ldquo;Anyone who hits us, we will hit them seven times stronger.&rdquo; 
The Israeli military confirmed the missile was fired from Yemen and evaded &ldquo;several attempts&hellip; to intercept&rdquo; it before creating a large crater by the airport&rsquo;s Terminal 3 car park. Following Sunday&rsquo;s strike, airlines including Lufthansa and Air India suspended flights to Tel Aviv until at least 6 May.
Watch:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-hamas-war-israeli-pm-netanyahu-says-qatar-must-stop-playing-both-sides-9030915" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Israel-Hamas war: Israeli PM Netanyahu says, 'Qatar must stop playing both sides'</a>
<h2>Houthis claim solidarity with Gaza</h2>
Houthi spokesperson Yehya Saree said their fighters had &ldquo;successfully hit&rdquo; Ben Gurion with a hypersonic missile to show support for Palestinians in Gaza. 
Saree added that more attacks would follow, declaring they would continue supporting Palestinians "whatever the consequences" until the war in Gaza comes to an end.
The attack is the fourth Houthi strike on Israel in just three days. Although Israel has intercepted most of the missiles fired by the group since the war in Gaza began, Sunday&rsquo;s strike caused damage and injuries.
Following the explosion, Ben Gurion Airport temporarily suspended all departures and arrivals. Air India and several other airlines halted flights to and from Tel Aviv. Lufthansa also announced it would not resume flights until at least 6 May.

World: “Israel will respond to the Huthi attack against our main airport AND, at a time and place of our choosing, to their Iranian terror masters,” Netanyahu wrote on X.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday (May 04) promised Israel would strike back at both Yemen’s Houthi rebels and their Iranian backers after a missile landed near Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport, injuring six people. “Israel will respond to the Huthi attack against our main airport AND, at a time and place of our choosing, to their Iranian terror masters,” Netanyahu wrote on X, reposting a comment by President Donald Trump. “It will not happen in one bang, but there will be many bangs,” he added. Also read: 'There will be bangs': Israel's Netanyahu vows action against Houthis after missile attack at Tel Aviv airport Earlier in March, US President Donald Trump also blamed Iran for Houthi Strikes saying, "Let nobody be fooled! The hundreds of attacks being made by Houthi, the sinister mobsters and thugs based in Yemen, who are hated by the Yemeni people, all emanate from, and are created by, IRAN." Defence chief warns of sevenfold retaliation Defence Minister Israel Katz said, “Anyone who hits us, we will hit them seven times stronger.” The Israeli military confirmed the missile was fired from Yemen and evaded “several attempts… to intercept” it before creating a large crater by the airport’s Terminal 3 car park. Following Sunday’s strike, airlines including Lufthansa and Air India suspended flights to Tel Aviv until at least 6 May. Watch: Israel-Hamas war: Israeli PM Netanyahu says, 'Qatar must stop playing both sides' Houthis claim solidarity with Gaza Houthi spokesperson Yehya Saree said their fighters had “successfully hit” Ben Gurion with a hypersonic missile to show support for Palestinians in Gaza. Saree added that more attacks would follow, declaring they would continue supporting Palestinians "whatever the consequences" until the war in Gaza comes to an end. The attack is the fourth Houthi strike on Israel in just three days. Although Israel has intercepted most of the missiles fired by the group since the war in Gaza began, Sunday’s strike caused damage and injuries. Following the explosion, Ben Gurion Airport temporarily suspended all departures and arrivals. Air India and several other airlines halted flights to and from Tel Aviv. Lufthansa also announced it would not resume flights until at least 6 May.

‘At a time and place of our choosing’: Netanyahu echoes Trump after Houthi attack, vows response against ‘Iranian terror masters’

Harry Kane finally won his first senior career trophy at the age of 31 after Bayer Leverkusen&rsquo;s draw to SC Freiburg on Sunday (May 4). The 2-2 draw for Leverkusen meant that Bayern Munich were officially crowned the Bundesliga champions and reclaimed their crown. The draw for Leverkusen mathematically means they won&rsquo;t be able to catch Bayern Munich on the league table as the Bavarians will lift their 34th Bundesliga title next Saturday when they host Borussia Monchengladbach.
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Needing three points to reclaim the Bundesliga title on matchday 32, Bayern were close to sealing the title on Saturday as they were winning 3-2 against RB Leipzig. However, a last-gasp equaliser meant Bayern were made to wait for another day to mathematically win the Bundesliga title. The point on Saturday for Bayern meant, had Leverkusen failed to win against Freiburg on Sunday they would be crowned German champions. <o:p></o:p>
Xabi Alonso&rsquo;s side did not have the best of starts as they trailed 1-0 at the break before Freiburg&rsquo;s lead was doubled by an own goal in the second half. The result meant Bayern were heading to their 34th title while Leverkusen were on the brink of defeat. <o:p></o:p>
However, Florian Wirtz (82nd) and Jonathan Tah (93rd minute) scored late on for the away side as they rescued a point, but handing the Bundesliga to Bayern.
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<h2 class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">Finally Harry Kane has his hands on a trophy<o:p></o:p></h2>
The title win means Bayern have reclaimed the title they lost to Leverkusen last season under Thomas Tuchel. On the other hand, 31-year-old Harry Kane will lift his first title on coming Saturday having seen his trophy drought come to an end. He had a trophyless spell at Tottenham Hotspur while his first season with Bayern also ended trophyless. He had previously finished runners-up in the Champions League, Premier League and League Cup with Spurs while his England career also had close trophy moments. <o:p></o:p>
Kane&rsquo;s England lost back-to-back Euro finals in 2020 (held in 2021) and 2024 while they lost to Croatia in the 2018 FIFA World Cup semifinal.<o:p></o:p>

Harry Kane finally won his first senior career trophy at the age of 31 after Bayer Leverkusen’s defeat to SC Freiburg, crowning Bayern Munch as Bundesliga champions. World | Football | Sports

Harry Kane finally won his first senior career trophy at the age of 31 after Bayer Leverkusen’s draw to SC Freiburg on Sunday (May 4). The 2-2 draw for Leverkusen meant that Bayern Munich were officially crowned the Bundesliga champions and reclaimed their crown. The draw for Leverkusen mathematically means they won’t be able to catch Bayern Munich on the league table as the Bavarians will lift their 34th Bundesliga title next Saturday when they host Borussia Monchengladbach. Bayern Munich reclaim Bundesliga title Needing three points to reclaim the Bundesliga title on matchday 32, Bayern were close to sealing the title on Saturday as they were winning 3-2 against RB Leipzig. However, a last-gasp equaliser meant Bayern were made to wait for another day to mathematically win the Bundesliga title. The point on Saturday for Bayern meant, had Leverkusen failed to win against Freiburg on Sunday they would be crowned German champions. Xabi Alonso’s side did not have the best of starts as they trailed 1-0 at the break before Freiburg’s lead was doubled by an own goal in the second half. The result meant Bayern were heading to their 34th title while Leverkusen were on the brink of defeat. However, Florian Wirtz (82nd) and Jonathan Tah (93rd minute) scored late on for the away side as they rescued a point, but handing the Bundesliga to Bayern. ALSO READ | From Prabhsimran Singh to Rahul Tewatia five uncapped Indian batters with most IPL runs Finally Harry Kane has his hands on a trophy The title win means Bayern have reclaimed the title they lost to Leverkusen last season under Thomas Tuchel. On the other hand, 31-year-old Harry Kane will lift his first title on coming Saturday having seen his trophy drought come to an end. He had a trophyless spell at Tottenham Hotspur while his first season with Bayern also ended trophyless. He had previously finished runners-up in the Champions League, Premier League and League Cup with Spurs while his England career also had close trophy moments. Kane’s England lost back-to-back Euro finals in 2020 (held in 2021) and 2024 while they lost to Croatia in the 2018 FIFA World Cup semifinal.

Finally! Harry Kane wins maiden career trophy as Bayern Munich reclaim Bundesliga title after Leverkusen draw

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