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The Donald Trump administration sued Chicago on Thursday (Feb 6) alleging that the "sanctuary" laws of the city tried blocking the efforts of the US president to deport illegal migrants. The lawsuit aims to overturn measures in the city that prohibit police from arresting individuals based on their immigration status. Other cities in the US that share the same rules are New York and Los Angeles.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;The conduct of officials in Chicago and Illinois minimally enforcing &mdash; and oftentimes affirmatively thwarting &mdash; federal immigration laws over a period of years has resulted in countless criminals being released into Chicago who should have been held for immigration removal from the United States,&rdquo; the lawsuit, filed in Chicago's federal court said.&nbsp;
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<h2>'National emergency'</h2>
The filing cited Trump's declaration of a "national emergency" on the southern US border along with an executive order he signed claiming that many illegal migrants are "significant threats to national security and public safety."
"Further exacerbating this national crisis, some of these aliens find safe havens from federal law enforcement detection in so-called Sanctuary Cities where they live and work among innocent Americans, who may later become their crime victims," the filing said.&nbsp;
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Trump has claimed that undocumented migrants have been disproportionately responsible for various crimes in the US for a long time. This is despite the research showing that US citizens commit more offences per capita, AFP reported.&nbsp;
The lawsuit alleged that "countless criminals" have been freed in Chicago after officials failed to cooperate with federal immigration laws.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World | The Donald Trump administration sued Chicago on Thursday (Feb 6) alleging that the "sanctuary" laws of the city tried blocking the efforts of the US president to deport illegal migrants.

The Donald Trump administration sued Chicago on Thursday (Feb 6) alleging that the "sanctuary" laws of the city tried blocking the efforts of the US president to deport illegal migrants. The lawsuit aims to overturn measures in the city that prohibit police from arresting individuals based on their immigration status. Other cities in the US that share the same rules are New York and Los Angeles. Also read: Trump slaps sanctions on ICC over 'baseless' arrest warrant against Netanyahu “The conduct of officials in Chicago and Illinois minimally enforcing — and oftentimes affirmatively thwarting — federal immigration laws over a period of years has resulted in countless criminals being released into Chicago who should have been held for immigration removal from the United States,” the lawsuit, filed in Chicago's federal court said. Also read: Trump to sign executive order sanctioning ICC for targeting US, Israel 'National emergency' The filing cited Trump's declaration of a "national emergency" on the southern US border along with an executive order he signed claiming that many illegal migrants are "significant threats to national security and public safety." "Further exacerbating this national crisis, some of these aliens find safe havens from federal law enforcement detection in so-called Sanctuary Cities where they live and work among innocent Americans, who may later become their crime victims," the filing said. Also read: From foreign aid freeze to ending birthright citizenship, series of Trump's actions that defy US laws Trump has claimed that undocumented migrants have been disproportionately responsible for various crimes in the US for a long time. This is despite the research showing that US citizens commit more offences per capita, AFP reported. The lawsuit alleged that "countless criminals" have been freed in Chicago after officials failed to cooperate with federal immigration laws. WATCH: US: Donald Trump creates religious office in White House; Targets 'anti-christian bias' (With inputs from agencies)

'Some of these aliens...': Donald Trump administration sues Chicago over 'sanctuary' laws

A small plane contracted by the US Defence Department crashed in the southern Philippines on Thursday, killing all four people on board, including one US service member, the US Indo-Pacific Command said.
The crash occurred in Maguindanao del Sur in the southern Philippines. Images from the crash site, confirmed by a US Defence official, show the wreckage of a Beechcraft King Air 350 in a rice field.
The official said the service member killed in the crash was a US Marine. It is unclear if the three Defence contractors were also US citizens.
The twin-engine turboprop aircraft was contracted by the Defence Department to conduct intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance at the request of the Philippines, Indo-Pacific Command said.
The crash occurred during a "routine mission," and the cause of the crash is under investigation.
The aircraft is registered to Metrea Special Aerospace ISR, Inc., according to publicly available data.
Metrea's website shows a Beechcraft King Air 350 &ndash; the type of aircraft that crashed &ndash; and advertises "integrated, turnkey Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (AISR) solutions to our defence partners".
The crash comes one day after new Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth held his first call with his counterpart from the Philippines, Secretary of National Defense Gilberto Teodoro, Jr.
According to a readout of the call, the two discussed the importance of deterrence in the South China Sea and enhancing the capabilities of the Philippine military.
"The aircraft was providing intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance support at the request of our Philippine allies," the Indo-Pacific Command said in a statement about the crash on Mindanao island.
"The incident occurred during a routine mission in support of US-Philippine security cooperation activities."
The US military said one service member and three defence contractors were killed in the incident. They were not immediately identified pending notification of their families.
"We can confirm no survivors of the crash," the statement said.
Small numbers of American troops are put on short-term rotational deployments in the Philippines where the US military has helped provide intelligence to troops battling militants linked to the Islamic State group that remains active in Mindanao.
The Philippine military said in a statement it could not release information about the crash as the matter was classified and an investigation was ongoing.
Police and soldiers were deployed to the site to prevent potential tampering with evidence, a police spokesman said.
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A US military plane crash in Maguindanao del Sur, Philippines, killed four, including a US Marine. The Beechcraft King Air was on a routine intelligence mission.

A small plane contracted by the US Defence Department crashed in the southern Philippines on Thursday, killing all four people on board, including one US service member, the US Indo-Pacific Command said. The crash occurred in Maguindanao del Sur in the southern Philippines. Images from the crash site, confirmed by a US Defence official, show the wreckage of a Beechcraft King Air 350 in a rice field. The official said the service member killed in the crash was a US Marine. It is unclear if the three Defence contractors were also US citizens. The twin-engine turboprop aircraft was contracted by the Defence Department to conduct intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance at the request of the Philippines, Indo-Pacific Command said. The crash occurred during a "routine mission," and the cause of the crash is under investigation. The aircraft is registered to Metrea Special Aerospace ISR, Inc., according to publicly available data. Metrea's website shows a Beechcraft King Air 350 – the type of aircraft that crashed – and advertises "integrated, turnkey Airborne Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (AISR) solutions to our defence partners". The crash comes one day after new Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth held his first call with his counterpart from the Philippines, Secretary of National Defense Gilberto Teodoro, Jr. According to a readout of the call, the two discussed the importance of deterrence in the South China Sea and enhancing the capabilities of the Philippine military. "The aircraft was providing intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance support at the request of our Philippine allies," the Indo-Pacific Command said in a statement about the crash on Mindanao island. "The incident occurred during a routine mission in support of US-Philippine security cooperation activities." The US military said one service member and three defence contractors were killed in the incident. They were not immediately identified pending notification of their families. "We can confirm no survivors of the crash," the statement said. Small numbers of American troops are put on short-term rotational deployments in the Philippines where the US military has helped provide intelligence to troops battling militants linked to the Islamic State group that remains active in Mindanao. The Philippine military said in a statement it could not release information about the crash as the matter was classified and an investigation was ongoing. Police and soldiers were deployed to the site to prevent potential tampering with evidence, a police spokesman said. 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.

Four killed as US military plane crashes in Philippines's Maguindanao del Sur

The Greek island of Santorini, a popular tourist spot, declared a state of emergency on Thursday (Feb 6) after the strongest earthquake of 5.2 magnitude was recorded on Wednesday evening. The recent unprecedented near-constant tremors have disrupted life on the island.&nbsp;
Athens Geodynamic Institute, Greece's leading authority on earthquake analysis, recorded seven successive tremors measuring over 4.0 magnitude early morning Thursday.&nbsp;
Greek Civil Protection Ministry has declared a state of emergency until March 3.&nbsp;
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The string of quakes has forced hundreds of people to flee the island on planes since ferries are not allowed to leave the ports due to high winds.
As per reports, around 11,000 people are believed to have left the island. The scenic region witnesses over 3.4 million tourists a year and is home to some 20,000 permanent residents.&nbsp;
The recent seismic activities have intrigued scientists as so far experts have been unable to provide a certain timeframe on when the seismic activity will end.&nbsp;
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The institute's research director Athanassios Ganas told state TV channel ERT, "The intensity is falling but has not yet stabilised."&nbsp;
"We're at the halfway point," the institute's deputy director Vassilis Karastathis told the station.&nbsp;
Since January 26, over 6,000 tremors have been recorded in the Aegean Sea near the islands of Santorini, Amorgos, Anafi and Ios, the institute said on Thursday.&nbsp;
Government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis said Greece's "entire state mechanism has been mobilised" to prepare for "any eventuality".&nbsp;
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<h2>Israel prepares for 'tsunami' &nbsp;</h2>
Amid a chaotic situation in Greece, Israel's National Security Council in the Prime Minister's Office has asked authorities and emergency bodies to prepare for the possibility of a tsunami off Israel's shore.&nbsp;
In the past, tsunamis have struck Israel and amid anticipation of a major earthquake on the Greek island of Santorini, the chances they will occur again are relatively high. Israel has a nearly 200-kilometre-long Mediterranean coastline.&nbsp;
As quoted in local reports, a summary of an emergency discussion held Wednesday night said, "In light of the distance of the State of Israel from the earthquake zone [approximately 900 kilometers, or 560 miles], the estimated warning time for a tsunami wave from a strong earthquake is up to two hours."&nbsp;
"Emergency bodies and government ministries are required to prepare for the possibility that the State of Israel may encounter a tsunami wave heading toward it," it added.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

World | The Greek Civil Protection Ministry has extended the state of emergency until March, as experts remain uncertain about when seismic activities will subside 

The Greek island of Santorini, a popular tourist spot, declared a state of emergency on Thursday (Feb 6) after the strongest earthquake of 5.2 magnitude was recorded on Wednesday evening. The recent unprecedented near-constant tremors have disrupted life on the island. Athens Geodynamic Institute, Greece's leading authority on earthquake analysis, recorded seven successive tremors measuring over 4.0 magnitude early morning Thursday. Greek Civil Protection Ministry has declared a state of emergency until March 3. Also read: Trump slaps sanctions on ICC over Israeli PM Netanyahu's 'baseless' arrest warrant The string of quakes has forced hundreds of people to flee the island on planes since ferries are not allowed to leave the ports due to high winds. As per reports, around 11,000 people are believed to have left the island. The scenic region witnesses over 3.4 million tourists a year and is home to some 20,000 permanent residents. The recent seismic activities have intrigued scientists as so far experts have been unable to provide a certain timeframe on when the seismic activity will end. Also read: Delhi Assembly Elections: Three more exit polls predict BJP victory over AAP The institute's research director Athanassios Ganas told state TV channel ERT, "The intensity is falling but has not yet stabilised." "We're at the halfway point," the institute's deputy director Vassilis Karastathis told the station. Since January 26, over 6,000 tremors have been recorded in the Aegean Sea near the islands of Santorini, Amorgos, Anafi and Ios, the institute said on Thursday. Government spokesman Pavlos Marinakis said Greece's "entire state mechanism has been mobilised" to prepare for "any eventuality". Also read: Impeached South Korean President faces constitutional court Israel prepares for 'tsunami' Amid a chaotic situation in Greece, Israel's National Security Council in the Prime Minister's Office has asked authorities and emergency bodies to prepare for the possibility of a tsunami off Israel's shore. In the past, tsunamis have struck Israel and amid anticipation of a major earthquake on the Greek island of Santorini, the chances they will occur again are relatively high. Israel has a nearly 200-kilometre-long Mediterranean coastline. As quoted in local reports, a summary of an emergency discussion held Wednesday night said, "In light of the distance of the State of Israel from the earthquake zone [approximately 900 kilometers, or 560 miles], the estimated warning time for a tsunami wave from a strong earthquake is up to two hours." "Emergency bodies and government ministries are required to prepare for the possibility that the State of Israel may encounter a tsunami wave heading toward it," it added. (With inputs from agencies)

Santorini earthquakes: State of emergency declared; Israel prepares for tsunami

US President Donald Trump on Thursday (Feb 6) signed an executive order slapping sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) for issuing an arrest warrant against Benjamin Netanyahu, the Prime Minister of Israel, a close US ally.
Trump also alleged that the tribunal was engaged in "baseless" investigations against America.
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<h2>'Illegitimate actions'</h2>
Trump's order accuses the ICC of engaging in "illegitimate and baseless actions targeting America and our close ally Israel." This is a clear reference to probes into alleged war crimes by US service members in Afghanistan and Israeli troops in Gaza.
The American President said that the ICC had "abused its power" by issuing a warrant against Netanyahu, whom Trump met recently.
Trump's order comes a month after the US House passed a bill to sanction the ICC. The bill was blocked by the Senate last month, which said it could backfire against US allies and firms.
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<h2>What sanctions has Trump imposed?</h2>
According to an AFP report, the US president has ordered asset freezes and travel bans against ICC officials, employees, and even their family members. Along with this, anyone deemed to have helped the international court's "illegitimate and baseless" investigations faces US sanctions.
These sanctions are a show of support after the Israeli PM's visit to the White House, reports AFP. During this much-anticipated meeting between the two prominent leaders, Trump infamously announced his plan for the US to "take over" Gaza and move Palestinians to other Middle Eastern countries.
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<h2>Why did the ICC issue a warrant against Netanyahu?</h2>
Netanyahu faces an ICC arrest warrant for "crimes against humanity and war crimes committed from at least 8 October 2023 until at least 20 May 2024," during the Israel-Hamas war. The warrant was issued on November 21, 2024, for Netanyahu, his former defence minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas' military chief Mohammed Deif.
(With inputs from agencies)

World News | Trump imposed sanctions on ICC over arrest warrant for Israeli PM Netanyahu and accused it of "illegitimate, baseless actions targeting America and close ally Israel."

US President Donald Trump on Thursday (Feb 6) signed an executive order slapping sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) for issuing an arrest warrant against Benjamin Netanyahu, the Prime Minister of Israel, a close US ally. Trump also alleged that the tribunal was engaged in "baseless" investigations against America. Also read | Not 'hostile': Trump administration backtracks from US President's Gaza 'take over' remark 'Illegitimate actions' Trump's order accuses the ICC of engaging in "illegitimate and baseless actions targeting America and our close ally Israel." This is a clear reference to probes into alleged war crimes by US service members in Afghanistan and Israeli troops in Gaza. The American President said that the ICC had "abused its power" by issuing a warrant against Netanyahu, whom Trump met recently. Trump's order comes a month after the US House passed a bill to sanction the ICC. The bill was blocked by the Senate last month, which said it could backfire against US allies and firms. Also read | Trump to sign executive order sanctioning ICC for targeting US, Israel What sanctions has Trump imposed? According to an AFP report, the US president has ordered asset freezes and travel bans against ICC officials, employees, and even their family members. Along with this, anyone deemed to have helped the international court's "illegitimate and baseless" investigations faces US sanctions. These sanctions are a show of support after the Israeli PM's visit to the White House, reports AFP. During this much-anticipated meeting between the two prominent leaders, Trump infamously announced his plan for the US to "take over" Gaza and move Palestinians to other Middle Eastern countries. Also read | 'No US soldiers needed': Trump restates his takeover plan, says Israel would hand over Gaza after fighting Why did the ICC issue a warrant against Netanyahu? Netanyahu faces an ICC arrest warrant for "crimes against humanity and war crimes committed from at least 8 October 2023 until at least 20 May 2024," during the Israel-Hamas war. The warrant was issued on November 21, 2024, for Netanyahu, his former defence minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas' military chief Mohammed Deif. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump slaps sanctions on ICC over 'baseless' arrest warrant against Netanyahu

US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/donald-trump" rel="dofollow">Donald Trump</a> will sign an executive order on Thursday (Feb 6) sanctioning the International Criminal Court (ICC), accusing the global body of improperly targeting America and Israel, NBC News reported, as it obtained a copy of a fact sheet supporting the order.&nbsp;
The upcoming order will also include both financial sanctions and visa restrictions against unspecified ICC officials and their family members who have assisted in ICC investigations of US citizens or allies.&nbsp;
The ICC triggered a bipartisan backlash in Washington in November last year as it issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, and several Hamas leaders.&nbsp;
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<h2>'Shameful moral equivalency'</h2>
According to the Trump administration's order, it claimed that this created a "shameful moral equivalency."
The ICC stressed that there was a reason to believe that the Israeli PM and Gallant used "starvation as a method of warfare" by restricting humanitarian aid and intentionally targeting civilians in Gaza.&nbsp;
The Israeli officials dismissed the allegations, calling them false and antisemitic.&nbsp;
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On the first day of his office, Trump signed an executive order reinstating an earlier order that could serve as a legal basis for future sanctions against the ICC and its personnel.&nbsp;
Last month, the US House of Representatives also voted to impose sanctions on the ICC, although the legislation has yet to be okayed in the Senate.
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Trump, during his first term, said that the ICC has "no jurisdiction, no legitimacy, and no authority" in the US, and neither the US nor Israel are parties to the "so-called Rome Statute", which established the court.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: The ICC said that there was a reason to believe that the Israeli PM and Gallant used "starvation as a method of warfare" by intentionally targeting civilians in Gaza. 

US President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on Thursday (Feb 6) sanctioning the International Criminal Court (ICC), accusing the global body of improperly targeting America and Israel, NBC News reported, as it obtained a copy of a fact sheet supporting the order. The upcoming order will also include both financial sanctions and visa restrictions against unspecified ICC officials and their family members who have assisted in ICC investigations of US citizens or allies. The ICC triggered a bipartisan backlash in Washington in November last year as it issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, and several Hamas leaders. Also read: International Criminal Court prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Netanyahu, 3 Hamas leaders 'Shameful moral equivalency' According to the Trump administration's order, it claimed that this created a "shameful moral equivalency." The ICC stressed that there was a reason to believe that the Israeli PM and Gallant used "starvation as a method of warfare" by restricting humanitarian aid and intentionally targeting civilians in Gaza. The Israeli officials dismissed the allegations, calling them false and antisemitic. Also read: 'No US soldiers needed': Trump restates his takeover plan, says Israel would hand over Gaza after fighting On the first day of his office, Trump signed an executive order reinstating an earlier order that could serve as a legal basis for future sanctions against the ICC and its personnel. Last month, the US House of Representatives also voted to impose sanctions on the ICC, although the legislation has yet to be okayed in the Senate. Also read: From foreign aid freeze to ending birthright citizenship, series of Trump's actions that defy US laws Trump, during his first term, said that the ICC has "no jurisdiction, no legitimacy, and no authority" in the US, and neither the US nor Israel are parties to the "so-called Rome Statute", which established the court. (With inputs from agencies)

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Panama on Thursday (Jan 6) rejected the United States' claim that it had secured free passage for government vessels through the Panama Canal while bowing to US pressure to quit a key Chinese project.
Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino told reporters the US assertion about the waterway was "intolerable, simply and plainly intolerable," adding that he rejected "bilateral relations based on lies and falsehoods."
Since winning the US election in November, US President Donald Trump has refused to rule out the use of force to seize the canal built by Washington over a century ago and later handed over to Panama.
Around 40 per cent of US container traffic passes through the narrow body of water linking the Caribbean Sea with the Pacific Ocean.
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The new row between Panama and Washington erupted after the US State Department claimed that Panama had agreed to let US government vessels through the canal for free after talks last weekend between Mulino and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
In a post on the social media platform X, the State Department claimed the decision would save the US government "millions of dollars a year."
The Panama Canal Authority, which runs the waterway, quickly rejected the claim, saying it had "not made any adjustments" to its tariffs.
US government vessels, which would be primarily from the navy, make up a small portion of the ships that pass through the canal.
Trump has loudly complained that US vessels are being overcharged to use the shipping route.
Both he and Rubio have complained about Chinese investment in the canal&mdash;a subsidiary of a Hong Kong firm operates ports on the waterway&mdash;and warned that Beijing could close the canal to the United States in a crisis.
Panama has forcefully denied Trump's claim that China has a role in running the canal.
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Trump and Mulino are scheduled to hold telephone talks on Friday to discuss the issue.
In a key concession to Washington ahead of the discussions, Mulino on Thursday confirmed that Panama had pulled out of China's massive Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) infrastructure program.
Mulino said that the Panamanian Embassy in Beijing had given China the required 90-day notice of its decision not to renew its involvement in the BRI, which it joined in 2017.
Panama is the first Latin American country to announce its withdrawal from the trillion-dollar program, which operates in over 100 countries.
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World: Panama denies US claims of securing free passage for its vessels through the Panama Canal, highlighting tensions over its decision to exit a significant Chinese initiative.

Panama on Thursday (Jan 6) rejected the United States' claim that it had secured free passage for government vessels through the Panama Canal while bowing to US pressure to quit a key Chinese project. Panamanian President Jose Raul Mulino told reporters the US assertion about the waterway was "intolerable, simply and plainly intolerable," adding that he rejected "bilateral relations based on lies and falsehoods." Since winning the US election in November, US President Donald Trump has refused to rule out the use of force to seize the canal built by Washington over a century ago and later handed over to Panama. Around 40 per cent of US container traffic passes through the narrow body of water linking the Caribbean Sea with the Pacific Ocean. Also read | US lawmakers push to ban DeepSeek; Americans could face 20 years in prison or $1 mn fine for downloading app The new row between Panama and Washington erupted after the US State Department claimed that Panama had agreed to let US government vessels through the canal for free after talks last weekend between Mulino and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. In a post on the social media platform X, the State Department claimed the decision would save the US government "millions of dollars a year." The Panama Canal Authority, which runs the waterway, quickly rejected the claim, saying it had "not made any adjustments" to its tariffs. US government vessels, which would be primarily from the navy, make up a small portion of the ships that pass through the canal. Trump has loudly complained that US vessels are being overcharged to use the shipping route. Both he and Rubio have complained about Chinese investment in the canal—a subsidiary of a Hong Kong firm operates ports on the waterway—and warned that Beijing could close the canal to the United States in a crisis. Panama has forcefully denied Trump's claim that China has a role in running the canal. Also read | North Korea’s new map omits South Korea, reflecting hostile stance Trump and Mulino are scheduled to hold telephone talks on Friday to discuss the issue. In a key concession to Washington ahead of the discussions, Mulino on Thursday confirmed that Panama had pulled out of China's massive Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) infrastructure program. Mulino said that the Panamanian Embassy in Beijing had given China the required 90-day notice of its decision not to renew its involvement in the BRI, which it joined in 2017. Panama is the first Latin American country to announce its withdrawal from the trillion-dollar program, which operates in over 100 countries. 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.

US claim of free passage through Panama Canal 'absolute falsehood': Panama president

North Korea has released a revised map that omits South Korea's territory, instead using a term that signifies a significant policy shift: viewing the South as a distinct and adversarial nation, Eurasia Review reported.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un pledged last year to amend the constitution to declare South Korea the &ldquo;primary and immutable enemy,&rdquo; abandoning the established notion of the South being a partner in reconciliation and reunification. Kim added that he no longer saw South Koreans as the same ethnic people. The new map&nbsp;further reinforces the North Korean leader&rsquo;s break from the long-held goal of unification.
However, due to a lack of any official report or announcement in this respect, it remains unclear whether North Korea has formally amended its constitution.
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<h2 dir="ltr">Map refers South Korea as 'Hanguk'</h2>
A recently surfaced map from North Korea suggests a significant shift in the country's stance towards South Korea. The map, dated April 2024, refers to South Korea as 'Hanguk', implying recognition of it as a separate nation.&nbsp;
This marks a departure from North Korea's previous terminology, 'Namjoson', which implied South Korea was part of a unified Korea. The change comes after Kim Jong-un's announcement in 2023, indicating a potential shift in North Korea's reunification policy.&nbsp;
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While the map's authenticity is unverified, a Seoul-based North Korean defector believes it to be genuine.&nbsp;
As per reports, an image purportedly showing the new map was posted on the social media app RedNote (Xiaohongshu). The reports further add that the map was sourced from a North Korean map publisher.
The new map also leaves South Korean territory blank, in contrast to the 2012 and 2018 editions, which included details of administrative divisions for the South.
Previous versions of the map included notable geographical details about South Korea, such as its southernmost and easternmost points, as well as the dimensions of the Korean Peninsula. However, these details have been completely removed from the latest version of the map.
(With inputs from agencies)
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World: North Korea's new map excludes South Korea, marking a policy shift by labeling it as a distinct, rival nation, heightening geopolitical tensions in the region.

North Korea has released a revised map that omits South Korea's territory, instead using a term that signifies a significant policy shift: viewing the South as a distinct and adversarial nation, Eurasia Review reported. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un pledged last year to amend the constitution to declare South Korea the “primary and immutable enemy,” abandoning the established notion of the South being a partner in reconciliation and reunification. Kim added that he no longer saw South Koreans as the same ethnic people. The new map further reinforces the North Korean leader’s break from the long-held goal of unification. However, due to a lack of any official report or announcement in this respect, it remains unclear whether North Korea has formally amended its constitution. Also read | From foreign aid freeze to ending birthright citizenship, series of Trump's actions that defy US laws Map refers South Korea as 'Hanguk' A recently surfaced map from North Korea suggests a significant shift in the country's stance towards South Korea. The map, dated April 2024, refers to South Korea as 'Hanguk', implying recognition of it as a separate nation. This marks a departure from North Korea's previous terminology, 'Namjoson', which implied South Korea was part of a unified Korea. The change comes after Kim Jong-un's announcement in 2023, indicating a potential shift in North Korea's reunification policy. Also read | US lawmakers push to ban DeepSeek; Americans could face 20 years in prison or $1 mn fine for downloading app While the map's authenticity is unverified, a Seoul-based North Korean defector believes it to be genuine. As per reports, an image purportedly showing the new map was posted on the social media app RedNote (Xiaohongshu). The reports further add that the map was sourced from a North Korean map publisher. The new map also leaves South Korean territory blank, in contrast to the 2012 and 2018 editions, which included details of administrative divisions for the South. Previous versions of the map included notable geographical details about South Korea, such as its southernmost and easternmost points, as well as the dimensions of the Korean Peninsula. However, these details have been completely removed from the latest version of the map. (With inputs from agencies)

North Korea’s new map omits South Korea, reflecting hostile stance

Soon after US President Donald Trump took office, he and his administration took several stringent measures against various old policies, defying legal limits.&nbsp;
However, other US presidents have occasionally claimed a constitutional right to bypass particular rights. But, Trump, in his opening weeks, blew through apparent legal limits.&nbsp;
Although some of Trump's actions have prompted legal challenges, his administration may be betting on rulings in its favour with a Republican-appointed Supreme Court supermajority.&nbsp;
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<h2>Here are some of the Trump administration's law-defying examples:</h2>
<h3>TikTok ban&nbsp;</h3>
The Trump administration ordered the Justice Department not to enforce a ban on TikTok for 75 days. It further asked them to notify the app and its business partners that defying the law is no criminal offence.
It could be violating the law barring TikTok from operating in the US unless and until its Chinese owner sells it.&nbsp;
<h3>Foreign aid freeze&nbsp;</h3>
The administration gave a blanket order to pause US-funded programmes and temporarily freeze most foreign aid.&nbsp;
As the longer it lasts, blocking congressionally approved spending comes into greater tension with Impoundment Control Act, The New York Times reported.&nbsp;
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<h3>US Agency for International Development&nbsp;</h3>
Trump moved to dismantle the USAID and turn its functions into the US State Department, as it also made Secretary of State Marco Rubio its acting director.
It could be violating a law in which Congress created USAID and structured it as a stand-alone entity.&nbsp;
<h3>Inspectors General&nbsp;</h3>
The Trump administration fired 17 inspectors general, including the watchdog officials who hunt for waste, fraud, abuse, and illegality in government agencies.
It might violate the law that states presidents have to give Congress 30 days&rsquo; notice and a written &ldquo;substantive rationale, including detailed and case-specific reasons&rdquo; before any such dismissal.&nbsp;
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<h3>Domestic grants freeze</h3>
The Office of Management and Budget ordered agencies to carry out a blanket temporary freeze of up to $3 trillion in domestic grants and other government spending.
Following this, the freeze was temporarily blocked by two courts after plaintiffs raised challenges, including provisions in the Administrative Procedure Act and First Amendment rights.
<h3>National Labor Relations Board</h3>
Trump summarily fired a Democratic member of the independent agency before her term was up, hammering the board by leaving it without a quorum.&nbsp;
It violated the law, which states that presidents may only remove board members "upon notice and hearing, for neglect of duty or malfeasance in office, but for no other cause.&rdquo;
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<h3>Federal prosecutors&nbsp;</h3>
Trump fired prosecutors involved in the cases against him or the January 6 riots.&nbsp;
It could violate the law stating civil service job protections against arbitrarily firing federal workers without a reasonable cause and without holding hearings before the Merit System Protection Board.
<h3>Birthright citizenship</h3>
The Trump administration declared that the constitution's 14th Amendment will no longer be interpreted as granting citizenship to babies born on US soil to undocumented parents or visitors.&nbsp;
It could be violating the longstanding understanding that the 14th Amendment does grant citizenship to such infants. The federal judge on Tuesday barred agencies from following this order as of now.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Other US presidents have occasionally claimed a constitutional right to bypass particular rights. But, Trump, in his opening weeks, blew through apparent legal limits. 

Soon after US President Donald Trump took office, he and his administration took several stringent measures against various old policies, defying legal limits. However, other US presidents have occasionally claimed a constitutional right to bypass particular rights. But, Trump, in his opening weeks, blew through apparent legal limits. Although some of Trump's actions have prompted legal challenges, his administration may be betting on rulings in its favour with a Republican-appointed Supreme Court supermajority. Also read: 'No US soldiers needed': Trump restates his take over plan, says Israel would handover Gaza after fighting Here are some of the Trump administration's law-defying examples: TikTok ban The Trump administration ordered the Justice Department not to enforce a ban on TikTok for 75 days. It further asked them to notify the app and its business partners that defying the law is no criminal offence. It could be violating the law barring TikTok from operating in the US unless and until its Chinese owner sells it. Foreign aid freeze The administration gave a blanket order to pause US-funded programmes and temporarily freeze most foreign aid. As the longer it lasts, blocking congressionally approved spending comes into greater tension with Impoundment Control Act, The New York Times reported. Also read: US lawmakers push to ban DeepSeek; Americans could face 20 years in prison or $1 mn fine for downloading app US Agency for International Development Trump moved to dismantle the USAID and turn its functions into the US State Department, as it also made Secretary of State Marco Rubio its acting director. It could be violating a law in which Congress created USAID and structured it as a stand-alone entity. Inspectors General The Trump administration fired 17 inspectors general, including the watchdog officials who hunt for waste, fraud, abuse, and illegality in government agencies. It might violate the law that states presidents have to give Congress 30 days’ notice and a written “substantive rationale, including detailed and case-specific reasons” before any such dismissal. Also read: Federal judge temporarily halts Trump’s birthright citizenship order Domestic grants freeze The Office of Management and Budget ordered agencies to carry out a blanket temporary freeze of up to $3 trillion in domestic grants and other government spending. Following this, the freeze was temporarily blocked by two courts after plaintiffs raised challenges, including provisions in the Administrative Procedure Act and First Amendment rights. National Labor Relations Board Trump summarily fired a Democratic member of the independent agency before her term was up, hammering the board by leaving it without a quorum. It violated the law, which states that presidents may only remove board members "upon notice and hearing, for neglect of duty or malfeasance in office, but for no other cause.” Also read: Trump admin places USAID global staff on leave, orders them to return home Federal prosecutors Trump fired prosecutors involved in the cases against him or the January 6 riots. It could violate the law stating civil service job protections against arbitrarily firing federal workers without a reasonable cause and without holding hearings before the Merit System Protection Board. Birthright citizenship The Trump administration declared that the constitution's 14th Amendment will no longer be interpreted as granting citizenship to babies born on US soil to undocumented parents or visitors. It could be violating the longstanding understanding that the 14th Amendment does grant citizenship to such infants. The federal judge on Tuesday barred agencies from following this order as of now. (With inputs from agencies)

From foreign aid freeze to ending birthright citizenship, series of Trump's actions that defy US laws

US President Donald Trump on Thursday said that Israel would turn over the Gaza Strip to America at the conclusion of fighting, adding that no US soldiers would be needed.
Meanwhile, after the Indian citizens were deported from the US for being illegal immigrants, Foreign Minister S Jaishankar said that it is the obligation of all the countries to take their nationals back if they are found to be residing illegally.
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US President Donald Trump on Thursday said that Israel would turn over the Gaza Strip to America at the conclusion of fighting, adding that no US soldiers would be needed. Meanwhile, after the Indian citizens were deported from the US for being illegal immigrants, Foreign Minister S Jaishankar said that it is the obligation of all the countries to take their nationals back if they are found to be residing illegally. Click on the headlines to read more 'No US soldiers needed': Trump restates his takeover plan, says Israel would handover Gaza after fighting US President Donald Trump on Thursday (Feb 5) said that Israel would turn over the Gaza Strip to America at the conclusion of fighting, adding that no US soldiers would be needed. 'Engaging with US to ensure deportees are not mistreated,' says Jaishankar as US deports 104 Indians Foreign Minister S Jaishankar, on Thursday (Feb 6), said that it is the obligation of all the countries to take their nationals back if they are found to be residing illegally. Bangladesh summons Indian envoy over Sheikh Hasina’s speech, lodges strong protest Dhaka summoned the Head of Mission of the Indian High Commission in Bangladesh on Thursday (Feb 5) over Sheikh Hasina's remarks, accusing the Chief Adviser of Bangladesh's interim government, Muhammad Yunus, of making a "meticulous plan" to murder her. US lawmakers push to ban DeepSeek; Americans could face 20 years in prison or $1 mn fine for downloading app US Senator Josh Hawley has introduced a bill to curb China’s influence in artificial intelligence. If passed, the law would impose severe penalties, including up to 20 years in prison, a $1 million fine, or both, for individuals who knowingly download Chinese-developed AI models like DeepSeek. Crew at airport's control tower 'understaffed', says Trump as he vows to cut old system loose Once again putting light on the Washington DC plane crash, US President Donald Trump said on Thursday (Feb 6) that the crew in the control tower at the airport were "understaffed" and promised to "cut the old system loose" and make a great new system. Union Govt to approve new Income Tax Bill tomorrow: Everything to know The Union Cabinet is expected to approve a new Income Tax Bill on Friday (Feb 7), setting the stage for its introduction in the Lok Sabha by Monday. This bill is a key component of a larger effort to overhaul India's taxation system. 'Policy to execute immigration laws against removable aliens': US Embassy defends deportation of Indians The United States on Wednesday (Feb 5) defended its decision to deport 104 illegal Indian immigrants, saying that enforcing the country's immigration laws is critically important to national security. What is 50501 movement? Protesters rally across US against Trump's policies The protesters gathered all across the US to protest President Donald Trump's administration's actions, from his immigration crackdown to the taking away of transgender rights and proposal to forcibly transfer Palestinians from the Gaza Strip. IND vs ENG, 1st ODI: Gill, Iyer come good as India secure comprehensive win over England in Nagpur Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer came good for Team India on Thursday (Feb 6) as the hosts beat England by four wickets in the opening ODI contest of the three-match series. Playing at the Vidarbha Cricket Association Stadium in Nagpur, Gill’s 87-run knock coupled with Iyer’s 59 runs helped India take a 1-0 lead in the series. The win means India can now clinch the series when the two sides meet on Sunday at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack. Juhi Chawla's photo with Shah Rukh and Aamir Khan will make every '90s kid happy Juhi Chawla's latest post on Instagram is for all the 1990s kids who have grown up watching her romancing Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan in hit Bollywood movies.

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US Senator Josh Hawley has introduced a bill to curb China&rsquo;s influence in artificial intelligence. If passed, the law would impose severe penalties, including up to 20 years in prison, a $1 million fine, or both, for individuals who knowingly download Chinese-developed AI models like DeepSeek.
The measure signals escalating tensions between the U.S. and China as both nations race for AI dominance.
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<h2 dir="ltr">Aim of the bill</h2>
The bill, filed last week, aims to ban US persons from advancing AI capabilities tied to China, including the rising star in AI, DeepSeek.&nbsp;
Harvard AI research fellow Ben Brooks claimed that the measure stands out as &ldquo;the most aggressive legislative action on AI to date," as quoted by the report.
<h2 dir="ltr">What does the US Senator say?</h2>
Hawley, in a statement, said, &ldquo;Every dollar and gig of data that flows into Chinese AI are dollars and data that will ultimately be used against the United States. America cannot afford to empower our greatest adversary at the expense of our own strength. Ensuring American economic superiority means cutting China off from American ingenuity and halting the subsidisation of CCP innovation.&rdquo;
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Hawley also described DeepSeek as &ldquo;a data-harvesting, low-cost AI model that sparked international concern and sent American technology stocks plummeting.&rdquo;
<h2 dir="ltr">Will the bill be passed?</h2>
While the bill's future is uncertain as it was tabled shortly after its introduction, its existence signals the growing urgency in Congress to address the security and economic concerns surrounding AI technologies.
Though Hawley&rsquo;s bill may not pass in its current form, the introduction of the bill indicates that Congress could bring forward more AI restrictions in the coming months. Whether or not DeepSeek will be formally banned, the debate over China&rsquo;s role in AI is far from over.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: US Senator Josh Hawley aims to limit China's AI influence with a new bill proposing strict penalties for using Chinese AI models, including hefty fines and prison time.

US Senator Josh Hawley has introduced a bill to curb China’s influence in artificial intelligence. If passed, the law would impose severe penalties, including up to 20 years in prison, a $1 million fine, or both, for individuals who knowingly download Chinese-developed AI models like DeepSeek. The measure signals escalating tensions between the U.S. and China as both nations race for AI dominance. Also read | 'No US soldiers needed': Trump restates his take over plan, says Israel would handover Gaza after fighting Aim of the bill The bill, filed last week, aims to ban US persons from advancing AI capabilities tied to China, including the rising star in AI, DeepSeek. Harvard AI research fellow Ben Brooks claimed that the measure stands out as “the most aggressive legislative action on AI to date," as quoted by the report. What does the US Senator say? Hawley, in a statement, said, “Every dollar and gig of data that flows into Chinese AI are dollars and data that will ultimately be used against the United States. America cannot afford to empower our greatest adversary at the expense of our own strength. Ensuring American economic superiority means cutting China off from American ingenuity and halting the subsidisation of CCP innovation.” Also read | Crew at airport's control tower 'understaffed', says Trump as he vows to cut old system loose Hawley also described DeepSeek as “a data-harvesting, low-cost AI model that sparked international concern and sent American technology stocks plummeting.” Will the bill be passed? While the bill's future is uncertain as it was tabled shortly after its introduction, its existence signals the growing urgency in Congress to address the security and economic concerns surrounding AI technologies. Though Hawley’s bill may not pass in its current form, the introduction of the bill indicates that Congress could bring forward more AI restrictions in the coming months. Whether or not DeepSeek will be formally banned, the debate over China’s role in AI is far from over. (With inputs from agencies)

US lawmakers push to ban DeepSeek; Americans could face 20 years in prison or $1 mn fine for downloading app

US President Donald Trump on Thursday (Feb 5) said that Israel would turn over the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/gaza-war" rel="dofollow">Gaza Strip</a> to America at the conclusion of fighting, adding that no US soldiers would be needed.&nbsp;
In a post on Truth Social, the US president said that the Palestinians would have a chance to be happy, safe, and free.&nbsp;
"The Palestinians, people like Chuck Schumer, would have already been resettled in far safer and more beautiful communities, with new and modern homes, in the region. They would actually have a chance to be happy, safe, and free," Trump posted.&nbsp;
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He added that the US would slowly and carefully begin the construction of what would become one of the greatest and most spectacular developments.&nbsp;
"No soldiers by the US would be needed! Stability for the region would reign!!!," he added.
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Trump, in a White House news conference on Tuesday along with visiting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, proposed "long-term ownership" of Gaza by the United States, days after another shock suggestion, that the territory's residents should move to Jordan or Egypt.
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Trump also floated the idea of creating "the Riviera of the Middle East" in a rebuilt Gaza, but for Palestinians, the most crucial part of his proposal had to do with their feared displacement.
Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz told its military to prepare a plan to "allow Gazans who wish to leave to do so."&nbsp;
Katz said Gazans should have "freedom of movement and migration" and countries critical of Israel's war with Hamas were "obligated" to take them in.
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"I have instructed the IDF (military) to prepare a plan to enable voluntary departure for Gaza residents," he said.
He added that the plan could help Gaza citizens who wish to leave their home country to "integrate optimally in host countries, and also facilitate the advancement of reconstruction programmes for a demilitarised, threat-free Gaza".
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Trump said that the US would slowly and carefully begin the construction of what would become one of the greatest and most spectacular developments. 

US President Donald Trump on Thursday (Feb 5) said that Israel would turn over the Gaza Strip to America at the conclusion of fighting, adding that no US soldiers would be needed. In a post on Truth Social, the US president said that the Palestinians would have a chance to be happy, safe, and free. "The Palestinians, people like Chuck Schumer, would have already been resettled in far safer and more beautiful communities, with new and modern homes, in the region. They would actually have a chance to be happy, safe, and free," Trump posted. Also read: Israel to offer exit options for Gazans; Defence Minister says they can go to countries that 'levelled false claims' against Tel Aviv He added that the US would slowly and carefully begin the construction of what would become one of the greatest and most spectacular developments. "No soldiers by the US would be needed! Stability for the region would reign!!!," he added. Trump, in a White House news conference on Tuesday along with visiting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, proposed "long-term ownership" of Gaza by the United States, days after another shock suggestion, that the territory's residents should move to Jordan or Egypt. Also read: After US, Israel announces departure from 'anti-semitic' UN Human Rights Council Trump also floated the idea of creating "the Riviera of the Middle East" in a rebuilt Gaza, but for Palestinians, the most crucial part of his proposal had to do with their feared displacement. Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz told its military to prepare a plan to "allow Gazans who wish to leave to do so." Katz said Gazans should have "freedom of movement and migration" and countries critical of Israel's war with Hamas were "obligated" to take them in. Also read: Not 'hostile': Trump administration backtracks from US President's Gaza 'take over' remark "I have instructed the IDF (military) to prepare a plan to enable voluntary departure for Gaza residents," he said. He added that the plan could help Gaza citizens who wish to leave their home country to "integrate optimally in host countries, and also facilitate the advancement of reconstruction programmes for a demilitarised, threat-free Gaza". (With inputs from agencies)

'No US soldiers needed': Trump restates his takeover plan, says Israel would hand over Gaza after fighting

A small plane that crashed in the southern Philippines on Thursday, killing at least four people on board, was contracted by the American military, the US embassy confirmed without further detail.
The Philippine military said in a statement it could not release information about the crash on Mindanao island as the matter was classified and an investigation was ongoing.
Small numbers of American troops are put on short-term rotational deployments in the Philippines, where the US military has helped provide intelligence to troops battling militants linked to the Islamic State group that remains active on Mindanao.
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The US Indo-Pacific Command in Hawaii did not immediately respond to inquiries.
Regional police spokesman Jopy Ventura told AFP that officers had not yet determined the cause of the fixed-wing aircraft's crash on a farm near the municipality of Ampatuan.
None of the four known victims had so far been identified, he said, adding that police and soldiers had been deployed to the site to prevent potential tampering with evidence.
The plane's tail number, identified by police as N349CA, was registered to defence firm Metrea, according to flight-tracking site FlightAware, which identified it as a Beechcraft Super King Air B300.
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The Metra website describes the company as a "leading provider of effects-as-a-service to national security partners across multiple domains and over a dozen mission areas".
Municipal rescuer Rhea Martin told AFP her team had found four dead bodies at the crash site.
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"The bodies were found near the plane," she told AFP, adding: "The plane was cut in half."
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: Philippine military said in a statement it could not release information about the crash on Mindanao island as the matter was classified and an investigation was ongoing.

A small plane that crashed in the southern Philippines on Thursday, killing at least four people on board, was contracted by the American military, the US embassy confirmed without further detail. The Philippine military said in a statement it could not release information about the crash on Mindanao island as the matter was classified and an investigation was ongoing. Small numbers of American troops are put on short-term rotational deployments in the Philippines, where the US military has helped provide intelligence to troops battling militants linked to the Islamic State group that remains active on Mindanao. Also read: Washington DC plane crash: All 67 bodies recovered from deadly collision The US Indo-Pacific Command in Hawaii did not immediately respond to inquiries. Regional police spokesman Jopy Ventura told AFP that officers had not yet determined the cause of the fixed-wing aircraft's crash on a farm near the municipality of Ampatuan. None of the four known victims had so far been identified, he said, adding that police and soldiers had been deployed to the site to prevent potential tampering with evidence. The plane's tail number, identified by police as N349CA, was registered to defence firm Metrea, according to flight-tracking site FlightAware, which identified it as a Beechcraft Super King Air B300. Also read: Two airport workers arrested for leaking video of DC plane crash. What was there in the video? The Metra website describes the company as a "leading provider of effects-as-a-service to national security partners across multiple domains and over a dozen mission areas". Municipal rescuer Rhea Martin told AFP her team had found four dead bodies at the crash site. Also read: Who was Captain Rebecca Lobach, third soldier aboard Black Hawk identified in DC plane crash? "The bodies were found near the plane," she told AFP, adding: "The plane was cut in half." 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.

US military-contracted plane crashes in southern Philippines, four killed

Once again putting light on the Washington DC plane crash, US President Donald Trump said on Thursday (Feb 6) that the crew in the control tower at the airport were "understaffed" and promised to "cut the old system loose" and make a great new system.
Trump arrived at the Capitol for the National Prayer Breakfast with Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Johnson.&nbsp;
While talking about the Washington, DC, plane crash, which happened last week, Trump reiterated to have better control and equipment.
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"We should have better control, better equipment&mdash;we have to find out what exactly happened. It should have never happened. We have to sit down and have a better computerized system," he said.&nbsp;
He said the odds of two things colliding in space are so small that "we should have had proper controls in place."
Stressing that the crew in the control tower at the airport was understaffed, Trump said, "I guess the helicopter was too high, but we'll find out what happened."
"Let's make a great system, they used 39 different companies, which may add many complex. We need only one company and one set system," the US president added.
He vowed to cut the old system loose and "spend less money to build a great new system."
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<h2>'Reminds me of assassination attempt'</h2>
Trump said that the deadly plane crash tragedy reminds him of the attempt on his life last July, when a shooter fired on him at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania, and struck his ear.&nbsp;
He then talked for a while about the assassination attempt before returning to the deadly crash.&nbsp;
The US president said the incident has reminded him that one could never know when their time would come.
"I feel even stronger," Trump said of his belief, saying that God was involved in such events.
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He began his remarks by saying, "Very beautiful", adding that the US is starting to do very well again. "It's happening fast, a little faster than people thought."
He said that the US will be celebrating its 250th anniversary in July next year, adding that he intends to honour the nation's heroes and celebrate by signing an executive order for the creation of a new national park.
<h2>What is National Prayer Breakfast?</h2>
The National Prayer Breakfast is an annual event, held on the first Thursday in February. It goes back to 1953 when President Dwight D Eisenhower was invited to join a prayer circle founded by Christian minister Abraham Vereide.
It has become one of the most important political events in Washington. It is a tradition for the US president to speak on the occasion.&nbsp;
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In past years, thousands of members of the American political establishment have met for a morning of eggs, coffee, and prayer.&nbsp;
However, this year it is being hosted by Congress inside the Capitol.&nbsp;
"An opportunity for Members of Congress to pray collectively for our nation, the President of the United States, and other national and international leaders in the spirit of love and reconciliation as Jesus of Nazareth taught 2,000 years ago," the National Prayer Breakfast Foundation website states.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: While talking about the Washington DC plane crash which happened last week, US President Trump reiterated to have better control and equipment. 

Once again putting light on the Washington DC plane crash, US President Donald Trump said on Thursday (Feb 6) that the crew in the control tower at the airport were "understaffed" and promised to "cut the old system loose" and make a great new system. Trump arrived at the Capitol for the National Prayer Breakfast with Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Johnson. While talking about the Washington, DC, plane crash, which happened last week, Trump reiterated to have better control and equipment. Also read: Washington DC plane crash: All 67 bodies recovered from deadly collision "We should have better control, better equipment—we have to find out what exactly happened. It should have never happened. We have to sit down and have a better computerized system," he said. He said the odds of two things colliding in space are so small that "we should have had proper controls in place." Stressing that the crew in the control tower at the airport was understaffed, Trump said, "I guess the helicopter was too high, but we'll find out what happened." "Let's make a great system, they used 39 different companies, which may add many complex. We need only one company and one set system," the US president added. He vowed to cut the old system loose and "spend less money to build a great new system." Also read: What is 50501 movement? Protesters rally across US against Trump's policies 'Reminds me of assassination attempt' Trump said that the deadly plane crash tragedy reminds him of the attempt on his life last July, when a shooter fired on him at a campaign rally in Pennsylvania, and struck his ear. He then talked for a while about the assassination attempt before returning to the deadly crash. The US president said the incident has reminded him that one could never know when their time would come. "I feel even stronger," Trump said of his belief, saying that God was involved in such events. Also read: Video: Man sitting in restaurant hit by debris from Philadelphia plane crash He began his remarks by saying, "Very beautiful", adding that the US is starting to do very well again. "It's happening fast, a little faster than people thought." He said that the US will be celebrating its 250th anniversary in July next year, adding that he intends to honour the nation's heroes and celebrate by signing an executive order for the creation of a new national park. What is National Prayer Breakfast? The National Prayer Breakfast is an annual event, held on the first Thursday in February. It goes back to 1953 when President Dwight D Eisenhower was invited to join a prayer circle founded by Christian minister Abraham Vereide. It has become one of the most important political events in Washington. It is a tradition for the US president to speak on the occasion. Also read: Sean Curran, agent who foiled Trump assassination bid, named Secret Service chief In past years, thousands of members of the American political establishment have met for a morning of eggs, coffee, and prayer. However, this year it is being hosted by Congress inside the Capitol. "An opportunity for Members of Congress to pray collectively for our nation, the President of the United States, and other national and international leaders in the spirit of love and reconciliation as Jesus of Nazareth taught 2,000 years ago," the National Prayer Breakfast Foundation website states. (With inputs from agencies)

Crew at airport's control tower 'understaffed',  says Trump as he vows to cut old system loose

New Delhi: Iranian Dutch writer Kader Abdolah has said that Indian writers and India have been inspiration for his writing. Kader, a celebrated author in Netherlands, is known for his contributions to Dutch literature.
Speaking to WION, he said, &ldquo;It&rsquo;s wonderful. The Persian classic is full of stories of our relationship with India. Many Indian parrots in golden cages want to go back home. It&rsquo;s a kind of immigration.&rdquo;
His book, &lsquo;The House of the Mosque&rsquo;, based on his family&rsquo;s experiences, was particularly successful, being voted the second-best Dutch novel in an online poll in the Netherlands. He is known for introducing to Dutch readers the nuances of Iranian culture and the complexities of living between two worlds.
Asked about India and Iran&rsquo;s cultural connect, he said, &ldquo;Your culture and language has produced wonderful literature. Rabindranath Tagore was my inspiration. I have read all his poems. Gandhi was my guide as a young man. Both left an unforgettable mark in my life.&rdquo;
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His works often explore themes of migration, cultural identity, and the clash between Eastern and Western cultures. He pointed out, &ldquo;When I published my first Dutch book, everyone said it&rsquo;s wonderful. It wasn&rsquo;t a masterpiece. It was a new language, my own language. I had put the soul of old Persian in Dutch words and sentences. Suddenly, I became a new voice in Dutch literature.&rdquo;
Abdolah has received numerous awards and honours, including the Dutch Order of the Netherlands Lion in 2000 and the French Order of Arts and Letters in 2008. He was also appointed writer in residence at Leiden University in 2006.
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Asked about navigating between two languages, his own Persian and one of his adopted country, the Netherlands, he said, &ldquo;Changing language made me a new man...when you leave your language, culture, you get the possibility to meet whole of yourself...you are a maker of your identity in different language. It is the biggest and most beautiful experience of my life.&rdquo;&nbsp; He was in India for the Jaipur Literature Festival.
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World: Abdolah has received numerous awards and honours, including the Dutch Order of the Netherlands Lion in 2000 and the French Order of Arts and Letters in 2008. He was also appointed writer in residence at Leiden University in 2006.

New Delhi: Iranian Dutch writer Kader Abdolah has said that Indian writers and India have been inspiration for his writing. Kader, a celebrated author in Netherlands, is known for his contributions to Dutch literature. Speaking to WION, he said, “It’s wonderful. The Persian classic is full of stories of our relationship with India. Many Indian parrots in golden cages want to go back home. It’s a kind of immigration.” His book, ‘The House of the Mosque’, based on his family’s experiences, was particularly successful, being voted the second-best Dutch novel in an online poll in the Netherlands. He is known for introducing to Dutch readers the nuances of Iranian culture and the complexities of living between two worlds. Asked about India and Iran’s cultural connect, he said, “Your culture and language has produced wonderful literature. Rabindranath Tagore was my inspiration. I have read all his poems. Gandhi was my guide as a young man. Both left an unforgettable mark in my life.” Also Read | India signs key pact with Panama for Quick Impact Projects His works often explore themes of migration, cultural identity, and the clash between Eastern and Western cultures. He pointed out, “When I published my first Dutch book, everyone said it’s wonderful. It wasn’t a masterpiece. It was a new language, my own language. I had put the soul of old Persian in Dutch words and sentences. Suddenly, I became a new voice in Dutch literature.” Abdolah has received numerous awards and honours, including the Dutch Order of the Netherlands Lion in 2000 and the French Order of Arts and Letters in 2008. He was also appointed writer in residence at Leiden University in 2006. Also read: Thailand legalises same sex-marriage; gets royal endorsement Asked about navigating between two languages, his own Persian and one of his adopted country, the Netherlands, he said, “Changing language made me a new man...when you leave your language, culture, you get the possibility to meet whole of yourself...you are a maker of your identity in different language. It is the biggest and most beautiful experience of my life.” He was in India for the Jaipur Literature Festival. Also read: Big win for LGBTQ+: Dominica court strikes down ban on same sex relations

Iran-Dutch author Kader Abdolah says Rabindranath Tagore’s work inspires him

The protesters gathered all across the US to protest President Donald Trump's administration's actions, from his immigration crackdown to the taking away of transgender rights and proposal to forcibly transfer Palestinians from the Gaza Strip.&nbsp;
The demonstrators were protesting in 50 states across the country on Wednesday. They were seen taking part in the 50501 Movement.&nbsp;
The 50501 Movement, as it is being called, refers to "50 protests in 50 states on one day."
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The protesters in Philadelphia and at state capitols in California, Minnesota, Michigan, Texas, Wisconsin, Indiana, and beyond waved signs criticising President Donald Trump, billionaire Elon Musk, the leader of Trump&rsquo;s new Department of Government Efficiency; and Project 2025, a hard-right playbook for American government and society.
<h2>What is the 50501 movement?</h2>
The movement is a grassroots initiative mobilising mass protests against US President Trump's policies.&nbsp;
The organisers of the movement included moderators of the 50501 movement. They also collaborated with Political Revolution, a PAC and volunteer-based activist group that emerged following Senator Bernie Sanders's 2016 presidential campaign.&nbsp;
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The 50501 Movement and Political Revolution, in a joint press release, called for the removal or resignation of Trump, investigations into his appointees, including Elon Musk, repeal of &ldquo;oppressive&rdquo; executive orders, and the restoration of frameworks for diversity, equity, and inclusion.
"Our goal is to unite the American people against our common enemy: the Trump administration, anyone involved in dismantling our democracy, and anyone who wishes to divide us by our differences instead of unite us by what makes us American," the joint press release read.
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<h2>What is happening at the protest?</h2>
The organisers of the protest described the movement as a "decentralized rapid response to the anti-democratic, destructive, and, in many cases, illegal actions being undertaken by the Trump administration and his plutocrats."
Margaret Wilmeth, a protester from Ohio, said she is appalled by democracy's changes in the last, specifically two weeks, but it started a long time ago.&nbsp;
&ldquo;So I&rsquo;m just trying to put a presence into resistance," she said.
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A crowd of hundreds of people were gathered outside the state capital in Lansing, Michigan, in freezing temperatures.&nbsp;
Catie Miglietti, from the Ann Arbor area, said Musk&rsquo;s access to Treasury Department data was especially concerning.&nbsp;
&ldquo;If we don&rsquo;t stop it and get Congress to do something, it&rsquo;s an attack on democracy,&rdquo; Miglietti said.
Another protester was seen slamming Musk's DOGE. "DOGE is not legit,&rdquo; read one poster on the state Capitol steps in Jefferson City, Missouri. &ldquo;Why does Elon have your Social Security info???&rdquo;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: The demonstrators were protesting in 50 states across the country on Wednesday. They were seen taking part in the 50501 Movement, which refers to "50 protests in 50 states on one day."

The protesters gathered all across the US to protest President Donald Trump's administration's actions, from his immigration crackdown to the taking away of transgender rights and proposal to forcibly transfer Palestinians from the Gaza Strip. The demonstrators were protesting in 50 states across the country on Wednesday. They were seen taking part in the 50501 Movement. The 50501 Movement, as it is being called, refers to "50 protests in 50 states on one day." Also read: 'War on women sports'? Donald Trump signs order banning transgender athletes from women's sports The protesters in Philadelphia and at state capitols in California, Minnesota, Michigan, Texas, Wisconsin, Indiana, and beyond waved signs criticising President Donald Trump, billionaire Elon Musk, the leader of Trump’s new Department of Government Efficiency; and Project 2025, a hard-right playbook for American government and society. What is the 50501 movement? The movement is a grassroots initiative mobilising mass protests against US President Trump's policies. The organisers of the movement included moderators of the 50501 movement. They also collaborated with Political Revolution, a PAC and volunteer-based activist group that emerged following Senator Bernie Sanders's 2016 presidential campaign. Also read: Trump’s Gaza Takeover Plan and Non-Nuclear Iran: A Game-Changer or a Political Fantasy? The 50501 Movement and Political Revolution, in a joint press release, called for the removal or resignation of Trump, investigations into his appointees, including Elon Musk, repeal of “oppressive” executive orders, and the restoration of frameworks for diversity, equity, and inclusion. "Our goal is to unite the American people against our common enemy: the Trump administration, anyone involved in dismantling our democracy, and anyone who wishes to divide us by our differences instead of unite us by what makes us American," the joint press release read. Also read: Rights groups sue Trump against order banning transgender service members What is happening at the protest? The organisers of the protest described the movement as a "decentralized rapid response to the anti-democratic, destructive, and, in many cases, illegal actions being undertaken by the Trump administration and his plutocrats." Margaret Wilmeth, a protester from Ohio, said she is appalled by democracy's changes in the last, specifically two weeks, but it started a long time ago. “So I’m just trying to put a presence into resistance," she said. Also read: Palestinians in Gaza reject Trump's takeover plan: 'We will remain steadfast in our homeland' A crowd of hundreds of people were gathered outside the state capital in Lansing, Michigan, in freezing temperatures. Catie Miglietti, from the Ann Arbor area, said Musk’s access to Treasury Department data was especially concerning. “If we don’t stop it and get Congress to do something, it’s an attack on democracy,” Miglietti said. Another protester was seen slamming Musk's DOGE. "DOGE is not legit,” read one poster on the state Capitol steps in Jefferson City, Missouri. “Why does Elon have your Social Security info???” (With inputs from agencies)

What is 50501 movement? Protesters rally across US against Trump's policies

The United States on Wednesday (Feb 5) defended its decision to deport 104 illegal Indian immigrants, saying that enforcing the country's immigration laws is critically important to national security.&nbsp;
This comes after a C-17 military aircraft with 104 illegal Indian immigrants in the US landed in Amritsar on Wednesday.&nbsp;
"Enforcing our nation's immigration laws is critically important to the national security and public safety of the United States," the US Embassy in India said.&nbsp;
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According to PTI, 29 of the deportees are from Punjab, 33 each from Haryana and Gujarat, three each from Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, and two from Chandigarh.&nbsp;
Moreover, there were 25 women and 79 men on the plane. It also had 13 minors, the youngest of whom was four years old.
The embassy spokesperson continued, "I cannot go into further detail on the flight. I can share that enforcing our nation's immigration laws is critically important to the national security and public safety of the United States. It is the policy of the United States to faithfully execute the immigration laws against all inadmissible and removable aliens."
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This is the first such batch of Indians deported by the Donald Trump administration as part of a crackdown against illegal immigrants.
<h2>Shocking details revealed by Indian immigrants&nbsp;</h2>
The Indian immigrants who arrived in the US military aircraft shared shocking details of how they entered the US through the "donkey route".&nbsp;
One of the 104 deported Indian nationals, who hailed from Punjab, claimed he was first taken to Italy and then to Latin America. "Our clothes worth ₹30,000-35,000 were stolen on the way," he told PTI.
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He further said that they took a 15-hour boat ride and were made to walk 40-45 km.&nbsp;
"We crossed 17-18 hills. If one slipped, then there would be no chance that he would survive... We have seen a lot. If anybody got injured, he was left to die. We saw dead bodies," he added.
Earlier in the day, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the Indian government was closely monitoring the welfare of Indian students worldwide, especially in regions affected by tensions or violence.
He further said that the government is ensuring that the returning deportees are not mistreated.
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"We are of course engaging the US government to ensure the returning deportees are not mistreated in any manner during the flight," he added.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: "Enforcing our nation's immigration laws is critically important to the national security and public safety of the United States," the US Embassy in India said. 

The United States on Wednesday (Feb 5) defended its decision to deport 104 illegal Indian immigrants, saying that enforcing the country's immigration laws is critically important to national security. This comes after a C-17 military aircraft with 104 illegal Indian immigrants in the US landed in Amritsar on Wednesday. "Enforcing our nation's immigration laws is critically important to the national security and public safety of the United States," the US Embassy in India said. Also read: 'Engaging with US to ensure deportees are not mistreated,' says Jaishankar as US deports 104 Indians According to PTI, 29 of the deportees are from Punjab, 33 each from Haryana and Gujarat, three each from Maharashtra and Uttar Pradesh, and two from Chandigarh. Moreover, there were 25 women and 79 men on the plane. It also had 13 minors, the youngest of whom was four years old. The embassy spokesperson continued, "I cannot go into further detail on the flight. I can share that enforcing our nation's immigration laws is critically important to the national security and public safety of the United States. It is the policy of the United States to faithfully execute the immigration laws against all inadmissible and removable aliens." Also read: US Border Patrol chief shares deportation video of shackled Indians. Watch This is the first such batch of Indians deported by the Donald Trump administration as part of a crackdown against illegal immigrants. Shocking details revealed by Indian immigrants The Indian immigrants who arrived in the US military aircraft shared shocking details of how they entered the US through the "donkey route". One of the 104 deported Indian nationals, who hailed from Punjab, claimed he was first taken to Italy and then to Latin America. "Our clothes worth ₹30,000-35,000 were stolen on the way," he told PTI. Also read: 'Worse than hell': Indian immigrants claim they were handcuffed, tied with chains while being deported from US He further said that they took a 15-hour boat ride and were made to walk 40-45 km. "We crossed 17-18 hills. If one slipped, then there would be no chance that he would survive... We have seen a lot. If anybody got injured, he was left to die. We saw dead bodies," he added. Earlier in the day, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said that the Indian government was closely monitoring the welfare of Indian students worldwide, especially in regions affected by tensions or violence. He further said that the government is ensuring that the returning deportees are not mistreated. Also read:US military aircraft carrying over 100 illegal Indian immigrants lands at Amritsar airport "We are of course engaging the US government to ensure the returning deportees are not mistreated in any manner during the flight," he added. (With inputs from agencies)

'Policy to execute immigration laws against removable aliens': US Embassy defends deportation of Indians

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released the uncut version of the CBS "60 minutes" interview with the former US vice president Kamala Harris on Wednesday (Feb 5). The FCC demanded the "unedited" version of the interview from the network after US President Donald Trump filed a lawsuit against it for editing the interview to show a specific version of Harris before the 2024 presidential election.&nbsp;
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The full interview showed that Harris had given a detailed answer to a question regarding Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, but only 28 seconds of the response were aired. The first 21 seconds were shown in the preview of "Face of Nation" and the remaining seven seconds were broadcast on the "60 minutes".&nbsp;
When the correspondent Bill Whitaker of the network asked what the US could do to stop the Israel-Hamas war from spinning out of control, Harris gave a 140-word answer as per the uncut version.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Well, let&rsquo;s start with October 7th. Because obviously, what we do now must be in the context of what has happened. And as I reflect on a year ago, and that 1,200 people were massacred, young people at a festival, at a music festival, 250 hostages were taken, including Americans, women were brutally raped,&rdquo; Harris began her response.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;And as I said then, I maintain Israel has a right to defend itself. We would. And how it does so matters. And as we fast forward to what we have seen in the ensuing weeks and months, far too many innocent Palestinians have been killed. And we know that, and I think most agree, this war has to end. And that has to be our number one imperative, and that has been our number one imperative. How can we get this war to end?&rdquo; she further added.&nbsp;
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But the version that was broadcast had only a 56-word response.&nbsp;
"Twelve hundred people were massacred, and 250 hostages were taken, including Americans. Women were brutally raped. And as I said then, I maintain Israel has a right to defend itself. We would. And how it does so matters. Far too many innocent Palestinians have been killed. This war has to end,&rdquo; Harris said in the uncut version.&nbsp;
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Donald Trump sued CBS after the interview was aired, claiming that "60 minutes" edited the interview to interfere in the presidential election.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World | The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released the uncut version of an interview of CBS "60 minutes" with the former US vice president Kamala Harris on Wednesday (Feb 5). 

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released the uncut version of the CBS "60 minutes" interview with the former US vice president Kamala Harris on Wednesday (Feb 5). The FCC demanded the "unedited" version of the interview from the network after US President Donald Trump filed a lawsuit against it for editing the interview to show a specific version of Harris before the 2024 presidential election. Also read: Kamala Harris interview debacle: Demand grows for full transcript as CBS accused of 'deceptive editing' The full interview showed that Harris had given a detailed answer to a question regarding Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, but only 28 seconds of the response were aired. The first 21 seconds were shown in the preview of "Face of Nation" and the remaining seven seconds were broadcast on the "60 minutes". When the correspondent Bill Whitaker of the network asked what the US could do to stop the Israel-Hamas war from spinning out of control, Harris gave a 140-word answer as per the uncut version. “Well, let’s start with October 7th. Because obviously, what we do now must be in the context of what has happened. And as I reflect on a year ago, and that 1,200 people were massacred, young people at a festival, at a music festival, 250 hostages were taken, including Americans, women were brutally raped,” Harris began her response. Also read: 'Hypocrite': Kamala Harris spotted shopping with husband, carrying plastic bags after supporting ban “And as I said then, I maintain Israel has a right to defend itself. We would. And how it does so matters. And as we fast forward to what we have seen in the ensuing weeks and months, far too many innocent Palestinians have been killed. And we know that, and I think most agree, this war has to end. And that has to be our number one imperative, and that has been our number one imperative. How can we get this war to end?” she further added. Also read: Is Kamala Harris getting divorce? Ex-US VP calls husband 'dead weight' and blames him for election loss: Report But the version that was broadcast had only a 56-word response. "Twelve hundred people were massacred, and 250 hostages were taken, including Americans. Women were brutally raped. And as I said then, I maintain Israel has a right to defend itself. We would. And how it does so matters. Far too many innocent Palestinians have been killed. This war has to end,” Harris said in the uncut version. Also read: Watch: Kamala Harris under fire for Pledge of Allegiance slip-up; JD Vance caught laughing Donald Trump sued CBS after the interview was aired, claiming that "60 minutes" edited the interview to interfere in the presidential election. (With inputs from agencies)

FCC releases full version of Kamala Harris' '60 minutes' interview. Here's what she said in uncut version

New Delhi: With tensions brewing over US staking claims on the Panama Canal, citing Chinese influence, India has signed an important umbrella agreement with the central American country to implement, for the first time, Quick Impact Projects (QIP). The agreement was signed on Wednesday by India&rsquo;s Ambassador to Panama, Costa Rica, and Nicaragua, Dr. Sumit Seth, and Panama&rsquo;s Foreign Minister, Javier Mart&iacute;nez-Acha V&aacute;squez, in Panama City.
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The statement released by India said, &ldquo;The Government of India will provide grant assistance for each QIP under this framework, ensuring immediate and visible benefits for the people of Panama.&rdquo; The memorandum of understanding (MoU) aims to deliver &lsquo;tangible&rsquo; benefits to local communities in Panama by focusing on key areas such as physical infrastructure&mdash;roads and community centres&mdash;as well as social infrastructure, including education, healthcare, and sanitation.
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🇮🇳 India Panama 🇵🇦 || Touching Lives: Quick Impact Projects || To add another dimension to the relationship, Ambassador <a href="https://twitter.com/doctorsumitseth?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@doctorsumitseth</a> and the Foreign Minister of Panama H.E. Javier Martinez Acha <a href="https://twitter.com/javierachapma?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@javierachapma</a> signed an umbrella agreement to implement Quick Impact Projects <a href="https://t.co/crS3vmezTi">pic.twitter.com/crS3vmezTi</a>
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The initiative shows India&rsquo;s active role in supporting global development through partnerships tailored to the needs of local communities. India has reached out to Panama in the past as well, including in 2020, when the Indian government donated a medical aid package for COVID-related medical assistance to Panama. India also upgraded an IT centre in the country.&nbsp;
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The India statement further pointed out, &ldquo;By prioritising impactful and time-sensitive projects, the agreement reflects India&rsquo;s commitment to fostering stronger ties with Panama and enhancing its socio-economic infrastructure.&rdquo;
The Panamanian economy continues to be mainly services sector-oriented and heavily relies on the Panama Canal, tourism inflows, and banking transactions. India and Panama have had historic relations, including Indians going to Panama in the 20th century to help build the Panama Canal.
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World | India News: The initiative shows India’s active role in supporting global development through partnerships tailored to the needs of local communities. India also reached out to Panama in 2020 with COVID-related medical assistance.

New Delhi: With tensions brewing over US staking claims on the Panama Canal, citing Chinese influence, India has signed an important umbrella agreement with the central American country to implement, for the first time, Quick Impact Projects (QIP). The agreement was signed on Wednesday by India’s Ambassador to Panama, Costa Rica, and Nicaragua, Dr. Sumit Seth, and Panama’s Foreign Minister, Javier Martínez-Acha Vásquez, in Panama City. Also read: Thailand legalises same sex-marriage; gets royal endorsement The statement released by India said, “The Government of India will provide grant assistance for each QIP under this framework, ensuring immediate and visible benefits for the people of Panama.” The memorandum of understanding (MoU) aims to deliver ‘tangible’ benefits to local communities in Panama by focusing on key areas such as physical infrastructure—roads and community centres—as well as social infrastructure, including education, healthcare, and sanitation. 🇮🇳 India Panama 🇵🇦 || Touching Lives: Quick Impact Projects || To add another dimension to the relationship, Ambassador @doctorsumitseth and the Foreign Minister of Panama H.E. Javier Martinez Acha @javierachapma signed an umbrella agreement to implement Quick Impact Projects pic.twitter.com/crS3vmezTi — India in Panama, Nicaragua, Costa Rica (@IndiainPanama) February 5, 2025 The initiative shows India’s active role in supporting global development through partnerships tailored to the needs of local communities. India has reached out to Panama in the past as well, including in 2020, when the Indian government donated a medical aid package for COVID-related medical assistance to Panama. India also upgraded an IT centre in the country. Also read: Big win for LGBTQ+: Dominica court strikes down ban on same sex relations The India statement further pointed out, “By prioritising impactful and time-sensitive projects, the agreement reflects India’s commitment to fostering stronger ties with Panama and enhancing its socio-economic infrastructure.” The Panamanian economy continues to be mainly services sector-oriented and heavily relies on the Panama Canal, tourism inflows, and banking transactions. India and Panama have had historic relations, including Indians going to Panama in the 20th century to help build the Panama Canal. Also Read | Hamas 'tortured, executed' 94 members for same-sex relation, raped Israeli hostages: Report

India signs key pact with Panama for Quick Impact Projects

South Korea on Thursday (Feb 6) ordered all the airports nationwide to install bird detection systems after the devastating Jeju Air crash that claimed 179 lives.
On December 29, a Boeing 737-800 airplane, en route from Thailand to Muan in southwest South Korea, exploded upon landing after colliding with a concrete barrier at Muan airport. The crash marked the worst aviation disaster in the nation's history. &nbsp;
<h2>Bird detection radars</h2>
"All airports will be equipped with at least one thermal imaging camera," said the South Korean Ministry of Land in a statement, adding that they aim to begin the rollout next year.
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"Bird detection radars will be installed at all airports to enhance early detection of distant birds and improve response capabilities for aircraft," said the ministry.
These systems will provide air traffic controllers with real-time data on bird sizes and movement paths to warn pilots and improve response capabilities. Additionally, airports will deploy mobile sonic devices to deter medium and large birds.
The government also plans to "establish legal basis" to regulate and relocate facilities that attract birds, such as food waste processing centres and orchards, to areas further away from airports. &nbsp;
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<h2>But why bird detection systems?</h2>
As per reports, in the moments leading up to the tragic crash, the pilot of the plane had warned of a bird strike, due to which he had aborted an initial landing attempt. The fatal crash occurred during a second landing attempt when the plane's landing gear failed to deploy.&nbsp;
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Investigators from South Korea and the United States are still examining the causes, with bird strikes under particular scrutiny. Feathers were reportedly found in both engines, but the investigation has been complicated by the failure of the aircraft&rsquo;s black boxes to record the final four minutes of the flight. &nbsp;
"The top priority is to establish comprehensive reform measures across aviation safety to prevent the recurrence of aircraft accidents," said Joo Jong-wan deputy minister for civil aviation.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World News | South Korea mandates bird detection systems at all airports after the Jeju Air crash that killed 179, aiming to enhance aviation safety and prevent future disasters.

South Korea on Thursday (Feb 6) ordered all the airports nationwide to install bird detection systems after the devastating Jeju Air crash that claimed 179 lives. On December 29, a Boeing 737-800 airplane, en route from Thailand to Muan in southwest South Korea, exploded upon landing after colliding with a concrete barrier at Muan airport. The crash marked the worst aviation disaster in the nation's history. Bird detection radars "All airports will be equipped with at least one thermal imaging camera," said the South Korean Ministry of Land in a statement, adding that they aim to begin the rollout next year. Also read | South Korean passenger plane catches fire, all 176 on board evacuated "Bird detection radars will be installed at all airports to enhance early detection of distant birds and improve response capabilities for aircraft," said the ministry. These systems will provide air traffic controllers with real-time data on bird sizes and movement paths to warn pilots and improve response capabilities. Additionally, airports will deploy mobile sonic devices to deter medium and large birds. The government also plans to "establish legal basis" to regulate and relocate facilities that attract birds, such as food waste processing centres and orchards, to areas further away from airports. Also read | South Korea investigators recommend 'insurrection and abuse of power' charges against Yoon But why bird detection systems? As per reports, in the moments leading up to the tragic crash, the pilot of the plane had warned of a bird strike, due to which he had aborted an initial landing attempt. The fatal crash occurred during a second landing attempt when the plane's landing gear failed to deploy. Also read | US Border Patrol chief shares deportation video of shackled Indians. Watch Investigators from South Korea and the United States are still examining the causes, with bird strikes under particular scrutiny. Feathers were reportedly found in both engines, but the investigation has been complicated by the failure of the aircraft’s black boxes to record the final four minutes of the flight. "The top priority is to establish comprehensive reform measures across aviation safety to prevent the recurrence of aircraft accidents," said Joo Jong-wan deputy minister for civil aviation. (With inputs from agencies)

South Korea to mandate bird detection systems at airports following Jeju Air crash. Here's why

A shocking video has surfaced online, showing a man clad in black attempting to scale the security fence surrounding the White House. The incident occurred on the South Grounds on Monday (Feb 3).
In the footage, captured by a tourist, the man is seen sprinting toward the fence before he begins climbing.
Witnesses reported hearing him utter an expletive ("fu** it") before beginning his ascent.
However, the man's attempt was short-lived, as he became stuck on the fence, unable to proceed further.&nbsp;
The viral video was captured by the user, who, in his social media post, wrote that he spotted the intruder, who casually walked past his wife and, as the couple was taking pictures of the White House, began crossing barriers until he reached the fence.&nbsp;
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Responding to the breach, Secret Service agents rapidly rushed towards the fence to apprehend the intruder and prevent further escalation.
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Saw this pretty surreal thing at the White House today. This man walked by my wife and I as we were taking pics of the White House. He walked by us and said &ldquo;F$ck it&rdquo; and started crossing barriers until he reached White House fence. Seeing the snipers on top scurrying around&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/FxA9rCNNKC">pic.twitter.com/FxA9rCNNKC</a>
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<h2>'Surreal'</h2>
The Oklahoma tourist David Stanley described the experience as &ldquo;surreal&rdquo; in a conversation with Fox 5.
He told the news outlet that he and his wife could see rooftop snipers &ldquo;scurrying around&rdquo; as officers began to lock onto the climber.
The identity of the intruder has not yet been disclosed, also, the motive behind his act is yet to be ascertained.
&ldquo;Saw this pretty surreal thing at the White House today. This man walked by my wife and I as we were taking pics of the White House. He walked by us and said &ldquo;F$ck it&rdquo; and started crossing barriers until he reached White House fence. Seeing the snipers on top scurrying around and dogs racing out on the lawn was wild,&rdquo; the caption of the video shared on social media says which appears to be a quote from Stanley.
(With inputs from agencies)

World news: The viral video was captured by the user, who, in his social media post, wrote that he spotted the intruder, who casually walked past his wife and, as the couple was taking pictures of the White House, began crossing barriers until he reached the fence. 

A shocking video has surfaced online, showing a man clad in black attempting to scale the security fence surrounding the White House. The incident occurred on the South Grounds on Monday (Feb 3). In the footage, captured by a tourist, the man is seen sprinting toward the fence before he begins climbing. Witnesses reported hearing him utter an expletive ("fu** it") before beginning his ascent. However, the man's attempt was short-lived, as he became stuck on the fence, unable to proceed further. The viral video was captured by the user, who, in his social media post, wrote that he spotted the intruder, who casually walked past his wife and, as the couple was taking pictures of the White House, began crossing barriers until he reached the fence. Also read: In another aviation scare, Delta and Japan Airlines planes collide at Seattle airport- WATCH Responding to the breach, Secret Service agents rapidly rushed towards the fence to apprehend the intruder and prevent further escalation. Saw this pretty surreal thing at the White House today. This man walked by my wife and I as we were taking pics of the White House. He walked by us and said “F$ck it” and started crossing barriers until he reached White House fence. Seeing the snipers on top scurrying around… pic.twitter.com/FxA9rCNNKC — Injury Pic Page (@injurypics) February 4, 2025 'Surreal' The Oklahoma tourist David Stanley described the experience as “surreal” in a conversation with Fox 5. He told the news outlet that he and his wife could see rooftop snipers “scurrying around” as officers began to lock onto the climber. The identity of the intruder has not yet been disclosed, also, the motive behind his act is yet to be ascertained. “Saw this pretty surreal thing at the White House today. This man walked by my wife and I as we were taking pics of the White House. He walked by us and said “F$ck it” and started crossing barriers until he reached White House fence. Seeing the snipers on top scurrying around and dogs racing out on the lawn was wild,” the caption of the video shared on social media says which appears to be a quote from Stanley. (With inputs from agencies)

WATCH: Secret Service catches man climbing White House security fencing

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz on Thursday (Feb 6) announced that he had ordered the nation's army to come up with a plan to allow Palestinians to leave Gaza.
"I have instructed the IDF (military) to prepare a plan to enable voluntary departure for Gaza residents," he said.
The defence minister specified that the plan "would allow any Gaza resident who wishes to leave to do so, to any country willing to accept them".
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"The plan will include exit options through land crossings, as well as special arrangements for departure by sea and air," detailed Katz.
He added that the plan could help Gaza citizens who wish to leave their home country to "integrate optimally in host countries, and also facilitate the advancement of reconstruction programs for a demilitarised, threat-free Gaza".
<h2>But where will they go?</h2>
Responding to the question of who should take in Palestinians, Katz suggested countries opposed to Israel's military actions in Gaza should take them in.&nbsp;
"Countries like Spain, Ireland, Norway, and others, which have levelled accusations and false claims against Israel over its actions in Gaza, are legally obligated to allow any Gaza resident to enter their territories," he said adding "Their hypocrisy will be exposed if they refuse to do so."
Watch | PM Netanyahu, Israelis welcome Trump's plan to empty out Gaza
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"There are countries like Canada, which has a structured immigration program, that have previously expressed a willingness to accept Gaza residents."
<h2>Trump the reason?</h2>
Katz's announcement comes after US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Feb 4) floated a plan for the US to "take over the Gaza Strip". The plan soon garnered criticism from world leaders and Palestinians alike.
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However, Katz said he welcomed "Trump's bold plan," which "could allow a large portion of Gaza's population to relocate to various places around the world".
Lauding Katz's move, Israeli far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said: "I welcome the Defense Minister's decision to instruct the (Israeli army) to prepare for the implementation of our role in the migration plan and to facilitate the departure of Gazans to receiving countries."
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On Tuesday (Feb 4) Trump declared that "The US will take over the Gaza Strip, and we will do a job with it, too. We'll own it," to audible gasps during a White House press conference. Trump's proposal was labelled an attempt at "ethnic cleansing" by the United Nations.
(With inputs from agencies)

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz reveals a strategic plan for Gaza residents seeking to leave, emphasizing new land, sea, and air pathways for safe departure.

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz on Thursday (Feb 6) announced that he had ordered the nation's army to come up with a plan to allow Palestinians to leave Gaza. "I have instructed the IDF (military) to prepare a plan to enable voluntary departure for Gaza residents," he said. The defence minister specified that the plan "would allow any Gaza resident who wishes to leave to do so, to any country willing to accept them". Also read | Not 'hostile': Trump administration backtracks from US President's Gaza 'take over' remark "The plan will include exit options through land crossings, as well as special arrangements for departure by sea and air," detailed Katz. He added that the plan could help Gaza citizens who wish to leave their home country to "integrate optimally in host countries, and also facilitate the advancement of reconstruction programs for a demilitarised, threat-free Gaza". But where will they go? Responding to the question of who should take in Palestinians, Katz suggested countries opposed to Israel's military actions in Gaza should take them in. "Countries like Spain, Ireland, Norway, and others, which have levelled accusations and false claims against Israel over its actions in Gaza, are legally obligated to allow any Gaza resident to enter their territories," he said adding "Their hypocrisy will be exposed if they refuse to do so." Watch | PM Netanyahu, Israelis welcome Trump's plan to empty out Gaza "There are countries like Canada, which has a structured immigration program, that have previously expressed a willingness to accept Gaza residents." Trump the reason? Katz's announcement comes after US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Feb 4) floated a plan for the US to "take over the Gaza Strip". The plan soon garnered criticism from world leaders and Palestinians alike. Also read | Trump’s Gaza Takeover Plan and Non-Nuclear Iran: A Game-Changer or a Political Fantasy? However, Katz said he welcomed "Trump's bold plan," which "could allow a large portion of Gaza's population to relocate to various places around the world". Lauding Katz's move, Israeli far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich said: "I welcome the Defense Minister's decision to instruct the (Israeli army) to prepare for the implementation of our role in the migration plan and to facilitate the departure of Gazans to receiving countries." Also read | Palestinians in Gaza reject Trump's takeover plan: 'We will remain steadfast in our homeland' On Tuesday (Feb 4) Trump declared that "The US will take over the Gaza Strip, and we will do a job with it, too. We'll own it," to audible gasps during a White House press conference. Trump's proposal was labelled an attempt at "ethnic cleansing" by the United Nations. (With inputs from agencies)

Israel to offer exit options for Gazans; Defence Minister says they can go to countries that 'levelled false claims' against Tel Aviv

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday he would skip Group of 20 talks this month in South Africa, accusing the host government of an "anti-American" agenda.
Rubio's announcement comes days after US President Donald Trump lashed out at South Africa over land reforms aimed at redressing inequalities perpetrated during the apartheid era.
In a post on X that took on the tone of Trump, Rubio said he would boycott the G20 talks of foreign ministers in Johannesburg on February 20-21.
"South Africa is doing very bad things. Expropriating private property. Using G20 to promote 'solidarity, equality, &amp; sustainability,'" Rubio wrote in his post.
"In other words: DEI and climate change."&nbsp;
DEI, or diversity, equity and inclusion, has been attacked relentlessly by Trump since he returned to the White House last month.
"My job is to advance America's national interests, not waste taxpayer money or coddle anti-Americanism."
South African Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola on Thursday rejected Rubio's claims, saying in a statement that "there is no arbitrary dispossession of land / private property" with the new land reform law.&nbsp;
"This law is similar to the Eminent domain laws," he said, referring to longtime US laws allowing the federal government to acquire property for public use.
Lamola added that South Africa is "a sovereign and democratic country committed to human dignity, equality and rights."
"Our G20 presidency, is not confined to just climate change but also equitable treatment for nations of the Global South, ensuring equal global system for all."&nbsp;
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa had dismissed Trump's assertions earlier this week that South Africa was "confiscating" land and said he was ready to explain his government's land reform policy to his US counterpart.
On Tuesday, Ramaphosa raised concerns about "disinformation" being spread by the US president with top Trump ally Elon Musk, who was born in South Africa and the world's richest man.
Land ownership is a contentious issue in South Africa with most farmland still owned by white people three decades after the end of apartheid. The government is under pressure to implement reforms.
The absence of the United States, the world's largest economy, would mark a major blow to the G20, which is meant to represent the world's largest economies.
The meeting could have offered a first opportunity for Rubio to meet his Russian counterpart, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, as Trump pushes for diplomacy on the Ukraine war.
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&nbsp;audience.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday he would skip Group of 20 talks this month in South Africa, accusing the host government of an "anti-American" agenda.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday he would skip Group of 20 talks this month in South Africa, accusing the host government of an "anti-American" agenda. Rubio's announcement comes days after US President Donald Trump lashed out at South Africa over land reforms aimed at redressing inequalities perpetrated during the apartheid era. In a post on X that took on the tone of Trump, Rubio said he would boycott the G20 talks of foreign ministers in Johannesburg on February 20-21. "South Africa is doing very bad things. Expropriating private property. Using G20 to promote 'solidarity, equality, & sustainability,'" Rubio wrote in his post. "In other words: DEI and climate change." DEI, or diversity, equity and inclusion, has been attacked relentlessly by Trump since he returned to the White House last month. "My job is to advance America's national interests, not waste taxpayer money or coddle anti-Americanism." South African Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola on Thursday rejected Rubio's claims, saying in a statement that "there is no arbitrary dispossession of land / private property" with the new land reform law. "This law is similar to the Eminent domain laws," he said, referring to longtime US laws allowing the federal government to acquire property for public use. Lamola added that South Africa is "a sovereign and democratic country committed to human dignity, equality and rights." "Our G20 presidency, is not confined to just climate change but also equitable treatment for nations of the Global South, ensuring equal global system for all." South African President Cyril Ramaphosa had dismissed Trump's assertions earlier this week that South Africa was "confiscating" land and said he was ready to explain his government's land reform policy to his US counterpart. On Tuesday, Ramaphosa raised concerns about "disinformation" being spread by the US president with top Trump ally Elon Musk, who was born in South Africa and the world's richest man. Land ownership is a contentious issue in South Africa with most farmland still owned by white people three decades after the end of apartheid. The government is under pressure to implement reforms. The absence of the United States, the world's largest economy, would mark a major blow to the G20, which is meant to represent the world's largest economies. The meeting could have offered a first opportunity for Rubio to meet his Russian counterpart, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, as Trump pushes for diplomacy on the Ukraine war. 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.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio boycotts G20 talks, accuses South Africa of anti-American agenda

Amid uproar over claims of Indian nationals being deported from the US in handcuffs and chains, Michael W Banks, the Chief of US Border Patrol (USBP) has shared a video of "illegal aliens" being returned to India.&nbsp;
Taking to X, the USBP chief shared a 24-second video that shows people in handcuffs and shackles being escorted onto a plane. The video was posted along with the caption: "USBP and partners successfully returned illegal aliens to India, marking the farthest deportation flight yet using military transport. This mission underscores our commitment to enforcing immigration laws and ensuring swift removals."
"If you cross illegally, you will be removed," added Banks.
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The video comes as the Press Information Bureau (PIB), the nodal press agency of the Government of India fact-checked purported images showing shackled Indians circulating on the internet, labelling them "fake".
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<h2>Indian press nodal agency's fact-check</h2>
In a post on its fact-check account X (formerly Twitter), PIB said that the image was "fake" and "does not pertain to Indians".
"A #Fake image is being shared on social media by many accounts with a claim that illegal Indian migrants have been handcuffed, and their legs chained while being deported by US."
"The image being shared in these posts does not pertain to Indians. Instead, it shows those deported to Guatemala," it added.
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<h2>Congress slams US</h2>
While the Government of India has yet to issue a formal statement on the disturbing visuals, the country's main opposition party, the Indian National Congress (INC) on Thursday, slammed the "absolutely inhuman" deportation of Indian nationals from the United States.&nbsp;
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, in a conversation with WION's sister publication, Zee News, slammed the treatment of Indians by the US and drew comparisons with Columbia. Tharoor said that while the US has the right to deport any illegal immigrants from its soil, it does not have the right to treat them like criminals.
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In January, Colombian President Gustavo Petro barred the US military aircraft carrying illegal Columbian citizens from landing, arguing that its people on board were being treated like criminals. Instead, he sent Columbian aircraft to bring back migrants while ensuring they were treated "with dignity".
Another Congress MP, Manish Tewari, in a conversation with news agency ANI, said he was "Absolutely anguished at the inhumane treatment which has been meted out to the Indians who have been deported from the United States of America and brought to Amritsar."
"They are not criminals. They may have illegally entered the US in search of a better life," he added.&nbsp;
His statement comes as Jaspal Singh, one of the 104 deportees brought to India's Amritsar in a US aircraft on Wednesday claimed their hands and legs were cuffed throughout the journey.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | Amid controversy over Indian nationals deported in shackles from the US, USBP Chief Michael W Banks shares a video showcasing the deportation process to India.

Amid uproar over claims of Indian nationals being deported from the US in handcuffs and chains, Michael W Banks, the Chief of US Border Patrol (USBP) has shared a video of "illegal aliens" being returned to India. Taking to X, the USBP chief shared a 24-second video that shows people in handcuffs and shackles being escorted onto a plane. The video was posted along with the caption: "USBP and partners successfully returned illegal aliens to India, marking the farthest deportation flight yet using military transport. This mission underscores our commitment to enforcing immigration laws and ensuring swift removals." "If you cross illegally, you will be removed," added Banks. Watch video here: USBP and partners successfully returned illegal aliens to India, marking the farthest deportation flight yet using military transport. This mission underscores our commitment to enforcing immigration laws and ensuring swift removals. If you cross illegally, you will be removed. pic.twitter.com/WW4OWYzWOf — Chief Michael W. Banks (@USBPChief) February 5, 2025 The video comes as the Press Information Bureau (PIB), the nodal press agency of the Government of India fact-checked purported images showing shackled Indians circulating on the internet, labelling them "fake". Also read | 'Worse than hell': Indian immigrants claim they were handcuffed, tied with chains while being deported from US Indian press nodal agency's fact-check In a post on its fact-check account X (formerly Twitter), PIB said that the image was "fake" and "does not pertain to Indians". "A #Fake image is being shared on social media by many accounts with a claim that illegal Indian migrants have been handcuffed, and their legs chained while being deported by US." "The image being shared in these posts does not pertain to Indians. Instead, it shows those deported to Guatemala," it added. A #Fake image is being shared on social media by many accounts with a claim that illegal Indian migrants have been handcuffed and their legs chained while being deported by US#PIBFactCheck ▶️ The image being shared in these posts does not pertain to Indians. Instead it shows… pic.twitter.com/9bD9eYkjVO — PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) February 5, 2025 Also read | Donald Trump's daughter-in-law Lara Trump to host prime time TV news show on THIS major US TV network Congress slams US While the Government of India has yet to issue a formal statement on the disturbing visuals, the country's main opposition party, the Indian National Congress (INC) on Thursday, slammed the "absolutely inhuman" deportation of Indian nationals from the United States. Congress MP Shashi Tharoor, in a conversation with WION's sister publication, Zee News, slammed the treatment of Indians by the US and drew comparisons with Columbia. Tharoor said that while the US has the right to deport any illegal immigrants from its soil, it does not have the right to treat them like criminals. Also read | 'Systematic dehumanisation': US chief warns against 'ethnic cleansing' of Gaza after Trump's remark In January, Colombian President Gustavo Petro barred the US military aircraft carrying illegal Columbian citizens from landing, arguing that its people on board were being treated like criminals. Instead, he sent Columbian aircraft to bring back migrants while ensuring they were treated "with dignity". Another Congress MP, Manish Tewari, in a conversation with news agency ANI, said he was "Absolutely anguished at the inhumane treatment which has been meted out to the Indians who have been deported from the United States of America and brought to Amritsar." "They are not criminals. They may have illegally entered the US in search of a better life," he added. His statement comes as Jaspal Singh, one of the 104 deportees brought to India's Amritsar in a US aircraft on Wednesday claimed their hands and legs were cuffed throughout the journey. (With inputs from agencies)

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In what could turn out to be another aviation disaster, a Japan Airlines plane clipped a parked Delta Air Lines jet carrying 142 passengers while taxiing at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on Wednesday (Jan 5).
The airport took to its official social media handle and wrote that the Port of Seattle Fire, Police, and SEA operations responded to &ldquo;an incident on the ramp at SEA on a taxi line between S Concourse and the south airport maintenance hangars&rdquo;.
The collision occurred around 10:15 a.m. when Japan Airlines Flight 68, a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner arriving from Tokyo, struck the tail of a Delta Boeing 737 waiting in line for de-icing.&nbsp;
The viral video and the photos of the scene showed the Japan Airlines wing lodged into the tail of the Delta aircraft.
The incident fortunately did not occur at high speed.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), in a statement, said that the right wing of Japan Airlines Flight 68 "struck the tail of Delta Air Lines Flight 1921 while the aircrafts were taxiing at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport" on Wednesday (Feb 5).
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"The aircraft were in an area that is not under air traffic control. The FAA temporarily paused some flights to the airport as a result of the incident," the statement further added.
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<h2>No injuries reported</h2>
Delta Air Lines Flight 1921 was preparing for departure from Seattle, bound for Puerto Vallarta, with 142 passengers on board.
Meanwhile, the Japan Airlines plane had just arrived at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport after completing its journey from Tokyo.
&ldquo;While in sequence for deicing, the tail of a Delta 737 aircraft reportedly made contact with a wing tip of another airline's aircraft. There are no reports of injuries for crew or customers on the flight, and we apologize for the experience and delay in travels,&rdquo; Delta Air Lines told Daily Mail.
After the incident, the FAA paused some flights to the airport.
&ldquo;There are no injuries reported at this time. SEA is working with both airlines to safely deplane passengers and bring them to the terminal,&rdquo; the airport said.
&ldquo;Airlines are working to accommodate passengers as needed. Airport response crews will be moving the aircraft off of the ramp taxiway,&rdquo; it added. &nbsp; &nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World news: The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), in a statement, said that the right wing of Japan Airlines Flight 68 "struck the tail of Delta Air Lines Flight 1921 while the aircrafts were taxiing at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport" on Wednesday (Feb 5).

In what could turn out to be another aviation disaster, a Japan Airlines plane clipped a parked Delta Air Lines jet carrying 142 passengers while taxiing at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on Wednesday (Jan 5). The airport took to its official social media handle and wrote that the Port of Seattle Fire, Police, and SEA operations responded to “an incident on the ramp at SEA on a taxi line between S Concourse and the south airport maintenance hangars”. The collision occurred around 10:15 a.m. when Japan Airlines Flight 68, a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner arriving from Tokyo, struck the tail of a Delta Boeing 737 waiting in line for de-icing. The viral video and the photos of the scene showed the Japan Airlines wing lodged into the tail of the Delta aircraft. The incident fortunately did not occur at high speed. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), in a statement, said that the right wing of Japan Airlines Flight 68 "struck the tail of Delta Air Lines Flight 1921 while the aircrafts were taxiing at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport" on Wednesday (Feb 5). Japan Airlines 787-9 collides with a Delta Air Lines 737-800 while taxiing at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. The FAA said in a statement: "The right wing of Japan Airlines Flight 68 struck the tail of Delta Air Lines Flight 1921 while the planes were taxiing at… pic.twitter.com/prN8YKtywW — Breaking Aviation News & Videos (@aviationbrk) February 5, 2025 "The aircraft were in an area that is not under air traffic control. The FAA temporarily paused some flights to the airport as a result of the incident," the statement further added. Also read: Not 'hostile': Trump administration backtracks from US President's Gaza 'take over' remark No injuries reported Delta Air Lines Flight 1921 was preparing for departure from Seattle, bound for Puerto Vallarta, with 142 passengers on board. Meanwhile, the Japan Airlines plane had just arrived at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport after completing its journey from Tokyo. “While in sequence for deicing, the tail of a Delta 737 aircraft reportedly made contact with a wing tip of another airline's aircraft. There are no reports of injuries for crew or customers on the flight, and we apologize for the experience and delay in travels,” Delta Air Lines told Daily Mail. After the incident, the FAA paused some flights to the airport. “There are no injuries reported at this time. SEA is working with both airlines to safely deplane passengers and bring them to the terminal,” the airport said. “Airlines are working to accommodate passengers as needed. Airport response crews will be moving the aircraft off of the ramp taxiway,” it added. (With inputs from agencies)

In another aviation scare, Delta and Japan Airlines planes collide at Seattle airport- WATCH

Lara Trump, US President Donald Trump's daughter-in-law will soon be hosting a show on Fox News during prime time. The show has been titled 'My View with Lara Trump,' and will air on Saturdays at 9 pm ET, announced FOX News Media Chief Executive Officer Suzanne Scott on Wednesday (Jan 5).
"A gifted communicator who knows how to connect to the viewers, successful entrepreneur and working mother, Lara&rsquo;s innate understanding of the American public and today&rsquo;s political landscape will be a compelling addition to our weekend line up," said Scott while announcing the show.
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<h2>Who is Lara Trump?</h2>
Lara Trump is Donald Trump's daughter-in-law and is married to his second son, Eric Trump. Her joining a TV network as host while her father-in-law is in office is unprecedented, as no close relative of a sitting US president has ever hosted a major news show. &nbsp;
The 42-year-old is no stranger to broadcasting. She has previously worked with Fox as a contributor when, in 2021, she worked as a producer for Inside Edition. She has hosted an online series, 'The Right View', since 2020.&nbsp;
Her return to Fox News is expected to feature big-picture political analysis and interviews with prominent figures. As per Fox News, &nbsp;"'My View with Lara Trump' will focus on the return of common sense to all corners of American life as the country ushers in a new era of practicality."
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<h2>The Trump-Fox relationship</h2>
As per the New York Times, Fox News has maintained a close relationship with Donald Trump and his administration. Several Fox personalities have taken positions in Trump's cabinet, including Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defence and Sean Duffy as Transportation Secretary.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The network has also been a platform for the Trump family, with the former president and his children frequently appearing as guests. However, Lara Trump's hiring as a host, while her father-in-law remains a prominent political figure, represents a new chapter in the Trump-Fox saga.
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<h2>Objectivity under threat?</h2>
This unprecedented hiring of a close family member of a prominent political leader can potentially undermine journalistic objectivity. Reports have drawn comparisons to Jenna Bush Hager (daughter of former US president George Bush) and Chelsea Clinton (daughter of former US president Bill Clinton), who both joined TV, but only after their respective fathers' presidencies.
(With inputs from agencies)

Lara Trump, daughter-in-law of Donald Trump, is set to host a new prime-time show on Fox News, marking a significant addition to the network's weekend lineup.

Lara Trump, US President Donald Trump's daughter-in-law will soon be hosting a show on Fox News during prime time. The show has been titled 'My View with Lara Trump,' and will air on Saturdays at 9 pm ET, announced FOX News Media Chief Executive Officer Suzanne Scott on Wednesday (Jan 5). "A gifted communicator who knows how to connect to the viewers, successful entrepreneur and working mother, Lara’s innate understanding of the American public and today’s political landscape will be a compelling addition to our weekend line up," said Scott while announcing the show. Also read | Palestinians in Gaza reject Trump's takeover plan: 'We will remain steadfast in our homeland' Who is Lara Trump? Lara Trump is Donald Trump's daughter-in-law and is married to his second son, Eric Trump. Her joining a TV network as host while her father-in-law is in office is unprecedented, as no close relative of a sitting US president has ever hosted a major news show. The 42-year-old is no stranger to broadcasting. She has previously worked with Fox as a contributor when, in 2021, she worked as a producer for Inside Edition. She has hosted an online series, 'The Right View', since 2020. Her return to Fox News is expected to feature big-picture political analysis and interviews with prominent figures. As per Fox News, "'My View with Lara Trump' will focus on the return of common sense to all corners of American life as the country ushers in a new era of practicality." Also read | Not 'hostile': Trump administration backtracks from US President's Gaza 'take over' remark The Trump-Fox relationship As per the New York Times, Fox News has maintained a close relationship with Donald Trump and his administration. Several Fox personalities have taken positions in Trump's cabinet, including Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defence and Sean Duffy as Transportation Secretary. The network has also been a platform for the Trump family, with the former president and his children frequently appearing as guests. However, Lara Trump's hiring as a host, while her father-in-law remains a prominent political figure, represents a new chapter in the Trump-Fox saga. Also read | 'War on women sports'? Donald Trump signs order banning transgender athletes from women's sports Objectivity under threat? This unprecedented hiring of a close family member of a prominent political leader can potentially undermine journalistic objectivity. Reports have drawn comparisons to Jenna Bush Hager (daughter of former US president George Bush) and Chelsea Clinton (daughter of former US president Bill Clinton), who both joined TV, but only after their respective fathers' presidencies. (With inputs from agencies)

Donald Trump's daughter-in-law Lara Trump to host prime time TV news show on THIS major US TV network

China has accused that the new tariff imposed by the United States President Donald Trump is "discriminatory" as the country filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO). This comes a day after the US imposed a 10 per cent border tax on Chinese goods. The US called the additional tax a measure to address the influx of illegal drugs. China accused Trump of making "unfounded and false allegations" to justify the tariffs on its goods and violating trade rules.&nbsp;
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A former WTO official has told BBC that China has "no possibility of succeeding" as the panel of WTO that deals with trade disputes remain unable to function.&nbsp;
The US-China dispute emerged after Trump's announcement of tariff on China, Mexico and Canada (Now halted for 30 days in Canda and Mexico). The decision by Trump has sparked concerns among economists and several other countries.
Analysts argue that the US itself is likely to pay the price for the tariffs. A recent report by the ABC News said several commodities will be expensive in America.&nbsp;
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Furthermore, on Tuesday (Feb 04), the United States Postal Service (USPS) announced that it will temporarily suspend accepting parcels from mainland China and Hong Kong.&nbsp;
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In retaliation, China announced that it would impose 15 per cent tariffs on imports of coal and liquefied natural gas from the United States.
"A 15 per cent tariff will be imposed on coal and liquefied natural gas (LNG)," Beijing's finance ministry said on Tuesday (Feb 4). He added the tariffs come into force next Monday.
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(With inputs from agencies)
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World | The US called the additional tax a measure to address the influx of illegal drugs. China accused Trump of making "unfounded and false allegations" to justify the tariffs on its goods and violating trade rules. 

China has accused that the new tariff imposed by the United States President Donald Trump is "discriminatory" as the country filed a complaint with the World Trade Organization (WTO). This comes a day after the US imposed a 10 per cent border tax on Chinese goods. The US called the additional tax a measure to address the influx of illegal drugs. China accused Trump of making "unfounded and false allegations" to justify the tariffs on its goods and violating trade rules. Also read: European carmaker shares drop as Trump imposes tariffs A former WTO official has told BBC that China has "no possibility of succeeding" as the panel of WTO that deals with trade disputes remain unable to function. The US-China dispute emerged after Trump's announcement of tariff on China, Mexico and Canada (Now halted for 30 days in Canda and Mexico). The decision by Trump has sparked concerns among economists and several other countries. Analysts argue that the US itself is likely to pay the price for the tariffs. A recent report by the ABC News said several commodities will be expensive in America. Also read: China steps up stimulus to recharge growth ahead of US tariffs Furthermore, on Tuesday (Feb 04), the United States Postal Service (USPS) announced that it will temporarily suspend accepting parcels from mainland China and Hong Kong. Also read: US tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China - Here's what will be costlier for Americans now In retaliation, China announced that it would impose 15 per cent tariffs on imports of coal and liquefied natural gas from the United States. "A 15 per cent tariff will be imposed on coal and liquefied natural gas (LNG)," Beijing's finance ministry said on Tuesday (Feb 4). He added the tariffs come into force next Monday. Also read: Trudeau warns US tariffs on Canada would harm American workers (With inputs from agencies)

China lodges complaint with WTO against 'discriminatory' US tariffs

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