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<p>At least two people were killed after Russian strikes on civilian transport infrastructure across Ukraine on Wednesday (Sep 23). The renewed attacks damaged the country’s railways, petrol stations and shipping.</p><p>In Kyiv and the surrounding region, a 42-year-old man who was wounded in a strike on a petrol station later died in hospital. A railway worker returning home after his shift was also injured by shrapnel.</p><p>Oleksandr Pertsovsky, head of Ukrainian Railways, said Kyiv’s rail network was “under fire” and urged passengers using the capital’s central station to exercise “maximum” vigilance.</p><p>Ukraine’s railways have continued operating throughout Russia’s full-scale invasion, which began in February 2022, providing a crucial link for civilians and the wider economy.</p><p>Pertsovsky earlier told AFP that attacks on railway infrastructure had been worsening every week. One recent strike also hit a train carrying diplomats near the Polish border.</p><p>President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of seeking to “cripple the economy and destroy people's lives” through attacks on transport and other infrastructure.</p><h2><strong>Odesa ship captain killed</strong></h2><p>The attacks extended to Ukraine’s Black Sea shipping routes, where the captain of a cargo vessel was killed in a Russian strike near the southern port of Odesa.</p><p>Odesa regional governor Oleg Kiper said the Ukrainian captain was in charge of the Antigua and Barbuda-flagged vessel.</p><p>The incident comes amid a broader escalation involving commercial shipping in the Black Sea. Turkey’s IMEAK Chamber of Shipping says at least 226 civilian and commercial vessels have been hit since the conflict began. Of those, 163 attacks – about 70 per cent – occurred during the first eight months of this year.</p><p>Turkey has proposed that Russia and Ukraine stop attacks on civilian vessels, but no agreement has followed.</p><p>“The recent attacks on commercial vessels in the Black Sea are unacceptable, regardless of who is responsible,” Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told the UN General Assembly in New York on Tuesday.</p><h2><strong>Moscow says military targets were hit</strong></h2><p>Russia’s defence ministry said its latest strikes on the Kyiv region targeted a warehouse and businesses involved in producing drones for Ukraine’s armed forces.</p><p>It also said similar facilities in the Odesa region were targeted, along with a vessel carrying military cargo.</p>

Russian strikes hit Ukraine’s railways, petrol stations and Black Sea shipping, killing at least two people. Kyiv says attacks on civilian transport infrastructure are intensifying.

At least two people were killed after Russian strikes on civilian transport infrastructure across Ukraine on Wednesday (Sep 23). The renewed attacks damaged the country’s railways, petrol stations and shipping. In Kyiv and the surrounding region, a 42-year-old man who was wounded in a strike on a petrol station later died in hospital. A railway worker returning home after his shift was also injured by shrapnel. Oleksandr Pertsovsky, head of Ukrainian Railways, said Kyiv’s rail network was “under fire” and urged passengers using the capital’s central station to exercise “maximum” vigilance. Ukraine’s railways have continued operating throughout Russia’s full-scale invasion, which began in February 2022, providing a crucial link for civilians and the wider economy. Pertsovsky earlier told AFP that attacks on railway infrastructure had been worsening every week. One recent strike also hit a train carrying diplomats near the Polish border. President Volodymyr Zelensky has accused Russia of seeking to “cripple the economy and destroy people's lives” through attacks on transport and other infrastructure. Odesa ship captain killed The attacks extended to Ukraine’s Black Sea shipping routes, where the captain of a cargo vessel was killed in a Russian strike near the southern port of Odesa. Odesa regional governor Oleg Kiper said the Ukrainian captain was in charge of the Antigua and Barbuda-flagged vessel. The incident comes amid a broader escalation involving commercial shipping in the Black Sea. Turkey’s IMEAK Chamber of Shipping says at least 226 civilian and commercial vessels have been hit since the conflict began. Of those, 163 attacks – about 70 per cent – occurred during the first eight months of this year. Turkey has proposed that Russia and Ukraine stop attacks on civilian vessels, but no agreement has followed. “The recent attacks on commercial vessels in the Black Sea are unacceptable, regardless of who is responsible,” Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told the UN General Assembly in New York on Tuesday. Moscow says military targets were hit Russia’s defence ministry said its latest strikes on the Kyiv region targeted a warehouse and businesses involved in producing drones for Ukraine’s armed forces. It also said similar facilities in the Odesa region were targeted, along with a vessel carrying military cargo.

<p>Russian strikes hit Ukraine’s railways, petrol stations and Black Sea shipping, killing at least two people. Kyiv says attacks on civilian transport infrastructure are intensifying.</p>

Ukraine ‘under fire’: Russian strikes on railways, petrol stations and shipping kills two

<p>US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to meet in Washington on Thursday (Sep 24), with trade once again at the centre of a relationship that has swung between tariff escalation and uneasy truces.</p><p>The two countries have pulled back from the extraordinary tariff battle that pushed US duties on Chinese imports as high as 145 per cent and China's retaliatory tariffs to 125 per cent. But the underlying disputes have not disappeared. Tariffs, rare earths, agricultural purchases and technology controls remain unresolved, while new disagreements over artificial intelligence and sanctions linked to Iran are adding fresh complications.</p><p>The latest talks are expected to focus on keeping the current trade truce intact. That arrangement is due to expire on November 10 unless Washington and Beijing extend it. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said maintaining the truce was a focus of recent discussions with Chinese officials.</p><p>Here are the main economic disputes Trump and Xi will have to navigate.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-russia-sanctions-bill-trump-100-percent-tariff-india-china-1789610901670"><strong>Trump gets new power to hit India, China with up to 100% tariffs as US Senate clears Russia sanctions bill</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Tariffs: the biggest unresolved trade fight</strong></h2><p>Tariffs remain the most visible sign of the US-China trade conflict. Trump's return to the White House triggered a new round of tariff action in 2025, followed by Chinese retaliation. At the height of that confrontation, Washington's tariffs on Chinese goods reached 145 per cent while Beijing's duties on American imports climbed to 125 per cent. Talks in Geneva and later negotiations in South Korea brought those rates down and created a temporary ceasefire.</p><p>That truce remains fragile. Different US estimates show that Chinese goods still face substantially higher tariffs than imports from many other major trading partners.</p><p>The question now is whether Trump and Xi will simply extend the existing arrangement or try to widen it into a more durable trade framework.</p><p>The US has also been discussing a proposed $30 billion reduction package covering so-called non-critical goods, while Beijing could make additional purchases of American products.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spy-vs-spy-as-xi-meets-trump-a-12-year-history-of-us-china-espionage-accusations-wion-decodes-1790071582437"><strong>SPY VS SPY: As Xi meets Trump, a 12-year history of US-China espionage accusations | WION Decodes</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Rare earths: China's leverage over US industry</strong></h2><p>Rare earths have emerged as one of Beijing's most powerful economic levers. These minerals and the magnets made from them are essential to products ranging from electronics and electric vehicles to advanced military equipment. China dominates the processing of many critical minerals, a dependency that Washington has increasingly treated as a national security concern. The US Commerce Department has described China's position in critical-mineral processing as a vulnerability for American industry.</p><p>China tightened export controls on rare earths in 2025 during the trade confrontation. Those restrictions became a major bargaining point in negotiations with Washington.</p><p>As part of the late-2025 agreement, Beijing suspended the implementation of broader export restrictions and agreed to facilitate exports of rare earths and other critical minerals to US users. Washington, in return, suspended or reduced some of its trade measures.</p><p>But the issue is not settled. Ahead of the latest summit, US officials have been pushing for more consistent supplies, while Chinese shipments of rare earth magnets to the United States fell in August, according to Chinese customs data cited by the Financial Times.</p><p>For Washington, the dispute is about reducing dependence on China. For Beijing, rare earths provide leverage in negotiations because alternative supply chains cannot be built quickly.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-may-have-gained-access-to-us-s-classified-f-35-jets-parts-meant-for-repairs-diverted-to-hong-kong-sparking-pentagon-inquiry-1789789538070"><strong>China may have gained access to US's classified F-35 jets; parts meant for repairs diverted to Hong Kong, sparking Pentagon inquiry</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Agriculture: promises versus deliveries</strong></h2><p>American farm exports have repeatedly featured in Trump-Xi negotiations, particularly soybeans. The two countries have used agricultural purchases as part of broader trade bargains, with China agreeing to buy US farm products in exchange for changes in American tariffs and restrictions.</p><p>But Washington has continued to question whether Beijing has fully met some commitments from previous agreements. Bessent said this week that “some deliverables” under an earlier Trump-Xi agreement had not been completely fulfilled.</p><p>Agriculture is therefore both a commercial issue and a political one for the Trump administration, because China is a major market for American farmers.</p><p>Recent talks have included expectations of further US agricultural purchases. Reuters reported that China was on track to meet a commitment to buy 25 million metric tonnes of US agricultural products annually through 2028, while additional imports were also being discussed.</p><p>The broader disagreement is over whether purchase commitments can produce a lasting rebalancing of trade or merely form part of temporary summit deals.</p><h2><strong>Semiconductors and AI: trade is becoming technology policy</strong></h2><p>The US-China trade dispute is no longer just about goods crossing borders. It increasingly extends to the technology needed to produce them.</p><p>Washington has restricted China's access to some advanced semiconductors and chipmaking technologies, citing national security concerns. Beijing has responded with its own controls and measures affecting foreign companies and strategic technologies.</p><p>The US Trade Representative's 2026 report said it had determined that China's targeting of the semiconductor industry for dominance creates economic and national security risks for the United States. Washington has announced a Section 301 tariff measure on Chinese semiconductors, initially set at zero but scheduled to rise from June 2027.</p><p>Artificial intelligence has now been added to that technology dispute.</p><p>Bessent said recent US-China discussions included creating a mechanism for the two countries to notify each other about AI incidents with national security implications. The upcoming summit is also expected to address AI safety and the rules surrounding increasingly powerful models.</p><h2><strong>Fentanyl chemicals and trade restrictions</strong></h2><p>The flow of chemicals used to manufacture illicit fentanyl has been another source of tension.</p><p>Washington has accused Chinese suppliers of being a major source of precursor chemicals and has used tariffs and other trade measures to pressure Beijing.</p><p>China agreed in late 2025 to tighten controls on designated chemicals and take measures to curb the flow of fentanyl precursors. The United States subsequently reduced part of its fentanyl-related tariff burden.</p><p>But the issue remains active. China has introduced additional export controls on precursor chemicals ahead of Xi's visit, showing that the subject remains part of the wider economic relationship.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-signs-greenland-security-deal-with-denmark-paving-way-for-two-new-us-military-bases-1790128313245"><strong>Trump signs Greenland security deal with Denmark, paving way for two new US military bases</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Iran sanctions add another layer</strong></h2><p>The Iran conflict is not traditionally a US-China trade dispute, but it is increasingly tied to the economic relationship.</p><p>The Trump administration's sanctions campaign against Iran has put pressure on Chinese companies and financial institutions that conduct business with Tehran. Washington has so far avoided directly targeting Beijing, but US officials have held discussions with their Chinese counterparts over the issue.</p><p>Bessent said the subject was raised during recent talks with Chinese officials and that Chinese financial authorities had been engaged in discussions.</p><p>That creates another potential point of friction just as Washington is trying to preserve its trade truce with Beijing.</p><h2><strong>What is at stake at the Trump-Xi meeting?</strong></h2><p>The US and China remain deeply economically intertwined despite the trade war. US goods trade with China totalled $414.6 billion in 2025, while services trade added another $80 billion, according to US government figures. The US goods deficit with China was $202.7 billion that year.</p><p>The immediate issue is whether the two leaders can keep the current truce from unravelling before its November 10 expiry. Beyond that lies a much harder question: whether the world's two largest economies can manage their competition without repeatedly returning to tariffs, export controls and retaliatory measures.</p>

Donald Trump and Xi Jinping meet in Washington on Thursday with a fragile US-China trade truce at stake. Tariffs remain unresolved, but rare earths, farm purchases, semiconductors, AI and Iran sanctions could make the talks far more complicated.

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to meet in Washington on Thursday (Sep 24), with trade once again at the centre of a relationship that has swung between tariff escalation and uneasy truces. The two countries have pulled back from the extraordinary tariff battle that pushed US duties on Chinese imports as high as 145 per cent and China's retaliatory tariffs to 125 per cent. But the underlying disputes have not disappeared. Tariffs, rare earths, agricultural purchases and technology controls remain unresolved, while new disagreements over artificial intelligence and sanctions linked to Iran are adding fresh complications. The latest talks are expected to focus on keeping the current trade truce intact. That arrangement is due to expire on November 10 unless Washington and Beijing extend it. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said maintaining the truce was a focus of recent discussions with Chinese officials. Here are the main economic disputes Trump and Xi will have to navigate. Also read | Trump gets new power to hit India, China with up to 100% tariffs as US Senate clears Russia sanctions bill Tariffs: the biggest unresolved trade fight Tariffs remain the most visible sign of the US-China trade conflict. Trump's return to the White House triggered a new round of tariff action in 2025, followed by Chinese retaliation. At the height of that confrontation, Washington's tariffs on Chinese goods reached 145 per cent while Beijing's duties on American imports climbed to 125 per cent. Talks in Geneva and later negotiations in South Korea brought those rates down and created a temporary ceasefire. That truce remains fragile. Different US estimates show that Chinese goods still face substantially higher tariffs than imports from many other major trading partners. The question now is whether Trump and Xi will simply extend the existing arrangement or try to widen it into a more durable trade framework. The US has also been discussing a proposed $30 billion reduction package covering so-called non-critical goods, while Beijing could make additional purchases of American products. Also read | SPY VS SPY: As Xi meets Trump, a 12-year history of US-China espionage accusations | WION Decodes Rare earths: China's leverage over US industry Rare earths have emerged as one of Beijing's most powerful economic levers. These minerals and the magnets made from them are essential to products ranging from electronics and electric vehicles to advanced military equipment. China dominates the processing of many critical minerals, a dependency that Washington has increasingly treated as a national security concern. The US Commerce Department has described China's position in critical-mineral processing as a vulnerability for American industry. China tightened export controls on rare earths in 2025 during the trade confrontation. Those restrictions became a major bargaining point in negotiations with Washington. As part of the late-2025 agreement, Beijing suspended the implementation of broader export restrictions and agreed to facilitate exports of rare earths and other critical minerals to US users. Washington, in return, suspended or reduced some of its trade measures. But the issue is not settled. Ahead of the latest summit, US officials have been pushing for more consistent supplies, while Chinese shipments of rare earth magnets to the United States fell in August, according to Chinese customs data cited by the Financial Times. For Washington, the dispute is about reducing dependence on China. For Beijing, rare earths provide leverage in negotiations because alternative supply chains cannot be built quickly. Also read | China may have gained access to US's classified F-35 jets; parts meant for repairs diverted to Hong Kong, sparking Pentagon inquiry Agriculture: promises versus deliveries American farm exports have repeatedly featured in Trump-Xi negotiations, particularly soybeans. The two countries have used agricultural purchases as part of broader trade bargains, with China agreeing to buy US farm products in exchange for changes in American tariffs and restrictions. But Washington has continued to question whether Beijing has fully met some commitments from previous agreements. Bessent said this week that “some deliverables” under an earlier Trump-Xi agreement had not been completely fulfilled. Agriculture is therefore both a commercial issue and a political one for the Trump administration, because China is a major market for American farmers. Recent talks have included expectations of further US agricultural purchases. Reuters reported that China was on track to meet a commitment to buy 25 million metric tonnes of US agricultural products annually through 2028, while additional imports were also being discussed. The broader disagreement is over whether purchase commitments can produce a lasting rebalancing of trade or merely form part of temporary summit deals. Semiconductors and AI: trade is becoming technology policy The US-China trade dispute is no longer just about goods crossing borders. It increasingly extends to the technology needed to produce them. Washington has restricted China's access to some advanced semiconductors and chipmaking technologies, citing national security concerns. Beijing has responded with its own controls and measures affecting foreign companies and strategic technologies. The US Trade Representative's 2026 report said it had determined that China's targeting of the semiconductor industry for dominance creates economic and national security risks for the United States. Washington has announced a Section 301 tariff measure on Chinese semiconductors, initially set at zero but scheduled to rise from June 2027. Artificial intelligence has now been added to that technology dispute. Bessent said recent US-China discussions included creating a mechanism for the two countries to notify each other about AI incidents with national security implications. The upcoming summit is also expected to address AI safety and the rules surrounding increasingly powerful models. Fentanyl chemicals and trade restrictions The flow of chemicals used to manufacture illicit fentanyl has been another source of tension. Washington has accused Chinese suppliers of being a major source of precursor chemicals and has used tariffs and other trade measures to pressure Beijing. China agreed in late 2025 to tighten controls on designated chemicals and take measures to curb the flow of fentanyl precursors. The United States subsequently reduced part of its fentanyl-related tariff burden. But the issue remains active. China has introduced additional export controls on precursor chemicals ahead of Xi's visit, showing that the subject remains part of the wider economic relationship. Also read | Trump signs Greenland security deal with Denmark, paving way for two new US military bases Iran sanctions add another layer The Iran conflict is not traditionally a US-China trade dispute, but it is increasingly tied to the economic relationship. The Trump administration's sanctions campaign against Iran has put pressure on Chinese companies and financial institutions that conduct business with Tehran. Washington has so far avoided directly targeting Beijing, but US officials have held discussions with their Chinese counterparts over the issue. Bessent said the subject was raised during recent talks with Chinese officials and that Chinese financial authorities had been engaged in discussions. That creates another potential point of friction just as Washington is trying to preserve its trade truce with Beijing. What is at stake at the Trump-Xi meeting? The US and China remain deeply economically intertwined despite the trade war. US goods trade with China totalled $414.6 billion in 2025, while services trade added another $80 billion, according to US government figures. The US goods deficit with China was $202.7 billion that year. The immediate issue is whether the two leaders can keep the current truce from unravelling before its November 10 expiry. Beyond that lies a much harder question: whether the world's two largest economies can manage their competition without repeatedly returning to tariffs, export controls and retaliatory measures.

<p>Donald Trump and Xi Jinping meet in Washington on Thursday with a fragile US-China trade truce at stake. Tariffs remain unresolved, but rare earths, farm purchases, semiconductors, AI and Iran sanctions could make the talks far more complicated.</p>

Trump-Xi Jinping Meeting 2026: What are the biggest trade disputes between the US and China?

<p>India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that India cannot simply stop buying Russian oil and switch to other suppliers. The Union finance minister cited global supply constraints and the needs of the country's 1.4 billion people. He made the statement at the BusinessLine<i> </i>Changemaker Awards on Tuesday (Sep 22). This comes after Ukriane President Volodymyr Zelensky asked India to stop buying Russian oil. It also comes after US President Donald Trump signed the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act into law. The legislation gives the US president powers to impose tariffs of up to 100 per cent on countries that are major buyers of Russian oil and gas.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/trump-signs-russia-sanction-bill-how-will-it-impact-india-wion-explains-1789921695956">Trump signs Russia sanction bill. How will it impact India? WION Explains</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>“India can get out of Russia and say all right I'm buying oil from somewhere else. The moment you come out the available pool which is limited is going to shoot up in price,” she said. “It poses a severe challenge no doubt, but I think we will have to keep India's interest topmost,” she said. Sitharaman said India would continue to source energy from different parts of the world, based on availability and suitability, and it will depend on India's domestic needs. “We will choose to source our energy requirement from every corner of the world, and that which suits us, suits not for anything else but for the availability,” she said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/short-videos/russia-ukraine-war-smoke-rises-from-the-oil-refinery-in-moscow-1789965314199">Russia-Ukraine war: Smoke rises from the oil refinery in Moscow</a>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Explaining the situation, she said: "Today just look at it realistically with the attack in Saudi Arabia and some crossfire hit at some other Gulf-related refineries, the oil pool itself is coming down,” she said. “To replace all that we need 1.4 billion people, the requirement has to be met from so many different sources already we are diversifying our oil basket,” she added. “So if you have to pick it up from somewhere else where it is available which cannot be even with some tweaking be treated by our refineries, what good is that for and whose cause are we then serving?” she said. Sitharaman said the government therefore had to consider not just where crude was available, but also whether Indian refineries could process it.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India cannot simply stop buying Russian oil and switch suppliers, citing limited global supplies, rising prices and refinery constraints. Her remarks come after Trump signed a law allowing tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian energy.

India's Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has said that India cannot simply stop buying Russian oil and switch to other suppliers. The Union finance minister cited global supply constraints and the needs of the country's 1.4 billion people. He made the statement at the BusinessLine Changemaker Awards on Tuesday (Sep 22). This comes after Ukriane President Volodymyr Zelensky asked India to stop buying Russian oil. It also comes after US President Donald Trump signed the Lindsey O Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act into law. The legislation gives the US president powers to impose tariffs of up to 100 per cent on countries that are major buyers of Russian oil and gas. Also Read: Trump signs Russia sanction bill. How will it impact India? WION Explains “India can get out of Russia and say all right I'm buying oil from somewhere else. The moment you come out the available pool which is limited is going to shoot up in price,” she said. “It poses a severe challenge no doubt, but I think we will have to keep India's interest topmost,” she said. Sitharaman said India would continue to source energy from different parts of the world, based on availability and suitability, and it will depend on India's domestic needs. “We will choose to source our energy requirement from every corner of the world, and that which suits us, suits not for anything else but for the availability,” she said. Also Read: Russia-Ukraine war: Smoke rises from the oil refinery in Moscow Explaining the situation, she said: "Today just look at it realistically with the attack in Saudi Arabia and some crossfire hit at some other Gulf-related refineries, the oil pool itself is coming down,” she said. “To replace all that we need 1.4 billion people, the requirement has to be met from so many different sources already we are diversifying our oil basket,” she added. “So if you have to pick it up from somewhere else where it is available which cannot be even with some tweaking be treated by our refineries, what good is that for and whose cause are we then serving?” she said. Sitharaman said the government therefore had to consider not just where crude was available, but also whether Indian refineries could process it.

<p>Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said India cannot simply stop buying Russian oil and switch suppliers, citing limited global supplies, rising prices and refinery constraints. Her remarks come after Trump signed a law allowing tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian energy.</p>

'India can't just say we'll buy from somewhere else': Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Russian oil

<p>Tourism is increasingly becoming an important tool for strengthening cultural and bilateral ties, with ambassadors from Ireland and Slovakia highlighting the growing interest in travel between India and their respective countries at the WION Iconic Tourism Summit and Awards 2026.</p><p>Speaking during the panel discussion ‘Soft Power on the Move: Tourism, Culture &amp; Bilateral Ties’, H.E. Kevin Kelly, Ambassador of Ireland to India, said India has now become a priority market for Tourism Ireland. “India is now a priority market for Tourism Ireland,” Kelly said, noting that Tourism Ireland set up an office in Mumbai last year to tap into the growing interest from Indian travellers.</p>

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<h2>Ireland sees rise in Indian travellers</h2><p>Kelly said Ireland has traditionally attracted Indians visiting family and friends, helped by the country's sizeable Indian community. “We get a lot of family visits and have a very large Indian population,” he said.</p><p>Ireland has a population of less than five million, while around 100,000 Indians live in the country, according to Kelly. He also pointed to the growth of MICE tourism, referring to meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions, as another area where Ireland is seeing increasing interest from India.</p><p>“There's a huge growth in MICE, which is this business tourism where companies come. They come for four days and then they can experience things,” Kelly said.</p><p>The ambassador also highlighted Ireland's geographical diversity as an advantage for tourists. He said visitors can experience urban and rural settings within a short distance, with mountains and the ocean accessible from Dublin.</p><p>“The beauty of being a small country like Ireland is that within a very short period of time you can experience city life, country life,” he said.</p><h2>‘India is a second home for me’</h2><p>During the same discussion, H.E. Robert Maxian, Ambassador of Slovakia to India, spoke about Slovakia's tourism appeal and its efforts to promote the country internationally. Referring to Slovakia's tourism slogan ‘Good Ideas Slovakia’, Maxian spoke positively about his experience of travelling in Slovakia in 2025.</p><p>When asked whether he could speak Hindi, the Slovak ambassador responded warmly, saying, “India is a second home for me.”</p>

At the WION Tourism Summit 2026, Ireland and Slovakia's ambassadors highlighted tourism as a key driver for bilateral ties, noting rising Indian interest, MICE travel, and growing cultural connections.

Tourism is increasingly becoming an important tool for strengthening cultural and bilateral ties, with ambassadors from Ireland and Slovakia highlighting the growing interest in travel between India and their respective countries at the WION Iconic Tourism Summit and Awards 2026. Speaking during the panel discussion ‘Soft Power on the Move: Tourism, Culture & Bilateral Ties’, H.E. Kevin Kelly, Ambassador of Ireland to India, said India has now become a priority market for Tourism Ireland. “India is now a priority market for Tourism Ireland,” Kelly said, noting that Tourism Ireland set up an office in Mumbai last year to tap into the growing interest from Indian travellers.

<p>At the WION Tourism Summit 2026, Ireland and Slovakia's ambassadors highlighted tourism as a key driver for bilateral ties, noting rising Indian interest, MICE travel, and growing cultural connections.</p>

WION Tourism Summit: Ireland, Slovakia ambassadors highlight tourism as a bridge for stronger India ties

<p>When Donald Trump and Xi Jinping meet in Washington, the conversation will go far beyond tariffs and trade. At the centre of the relationship is a much larger contest: who will lead the next generation of artificial intelligence, semiconductors and advanced technology? AI has become a strategic issue for both Washington and Beijing because its applications extend from consumer technology to defence, cybersecurity, finance and critical infrastructure. Reuters reported ahead of the meeting that AI competition is expected to be a central issue in the talks.</p><h2>AI is no longer just a tech issue</h2><p>For the US and China, artificial intelligence has increasingly become connected to economic and national security interests. Washington wants to preserve its advantage in advanced AI systems and the computing infrastructure required to train them. Beijing, meanwhile, is pursuing greater technological self-sufficiency and trying to reduce its dependence on American technology. The two sides are therefore competing while remaining deeply interconnected.</p><h2>The chip battle</h2><p>Behind the AI race sits an even more fundamental contest: semiconductors. The most advanced AI models require enormous computing power, and high-end chips are critical to building that infrastructure. The United States has imposed restrictions on China's access to certain advanced semiconductor technologies since 2022. Those controls have become one of the biggest sources of tension in the technology relationship.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>But the policy is evolving. The Trump administration has allowed limited sales of Nvidia's H200 chips to China, a move that has generated debate in Washington over how tightly the US should control advanced computing technology exports. For Beijing, access to advanced chips could accelerate AI development. For Washington, controlling the most powerful computing technology is part of its broader effort to maintain a technological edge. That makes chips one of the most sensitive subjects in the Trump-Xi relationship.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-s-iran-problem-why-trump-s-sanctions-strategy-could-put-beijing-in-a-bind-1790151990840"><strong>China’s Iran problem: Why Trump’s sanctions strategy could put Beijing in a bind</strong></a></p><h2>Can the US and China cooperate on AI?</h2><p>Interestingly, the technology competition is happening alongside discussions about AI safety. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng discussed a possible bilateral mechanism for notifying each other about major AI-related incidents ahead of the summit. The proposed mechanism would focus on issues including national security, transparency and significant AI incidents.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The idea reflects an unusual feature of the AI race: Washington and Beijing may be competitors, but both have an interest in preventing AI-related incidents from escalating into a wider crisis. A proposal for an AI-specific communication channel has also emerged, with the concept compared with Cold War-era mechanisms designed to reduce the risk of escalation.</p><h2>What is at stake for Trump and Xi?</h2><p>The meeting therefore brings together several overlapping disputes:</p><ul><li>AI leadership: Which country can build and deploy frontier AI fastest?</li><li>Advanced chips: How much access should Chinese companies have to leading-edge US semiconductor technology?</li><li>Export controls: Can Washington restrict critical technology without accelerating China's push for self-sufficiency?</li><li>AI safety: Can the two countries establish mechanisms to prevent dangerous AI incidents?</li><li>Technology ecosystems: Will the US and China continue building separate supply chains and standards?</li><li>Economic ties: Can technology restrictions coexist with efforts to stabilise broader trade relations?</li></ul>

Trump and Xi meet in Washington as AI, advanced chips, export controls and technology dominance take centre stage in US-China relations

When Donald Trump and Xi Jinping meet in Washington, the conversation will go far beyond tariffs and trade. At the centre of the relationship is a much larger contest: who will lead the next generation of artificial intelligence, semiconductors and advanced technology? AI has become a strategic issue for both Washington and Beijing because its applications extend from consumer technology to defence, cybersecurity, finance and critical infrastructure. Reuters reported ahead of the meeting that AI competition is expected to be a central issue in the talks. AI is no longer just a tech issue For the US and China, artificial intelligence has increasingly become connected to economic and national security interests. Washington wants to preserve its advantage in advanced AI systems and the computing infrastructure required to train them. Beijing, meanwhile, is pursuing greater technological self-sufficiency and trying to reduce its dependence on American technology. The two sides are therefore competing while remaining deeply interconnected. The chip battle Behind the AI race sits an even more fundamental contest: semiconductors. The most advanced AI models require enormous computing power, and high-end chips are critical to building that infrastructure. The United States has imposed restrictions on China's access to certain advanced semiconductor technologies since 2022. Those controls have become one of the biggest sources of tension in the technology relationship. But the policy is evolving. The Trump administration has allowed limited sales of Nvidia's H200 chips to China, a move that has generated debate in Washington over how tightly the US should control advanced computing technology exports. For Beijing, access to advanced chips could accelerate AI development. For Washington, controlling the most powerful computing technology is part of its broader effort to maintain a technological edge. That makes chips one of the most sensitive subjects in the Trump-Xi relationship. Also Read: China’s Iran problem: Why Trump’s sanctions strategy could put Beijing in a bind Can the US and China cooperate on AI? Interestingly, the technology competition is happening alongside discussions about AI safety. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng discussed a possible bilateral mechanism for notifying each other about major AI-related incidents ahead of the summit. The proposed mechanism would focus on issues including national security, transparency and significant AI incidents. The idea reflects an unusual feature of the AI race: Washington and Beijing may be competitors, but both have an interest in preventing AI-related incidents from escalating into a wider crisis. A proposal for an AI-specific communication channel has also emerged, with the concept compared with Cold War-era mechanisms designed to reduce the risk of escalation. What is at stake for Trump and Xi? The meeting therefore brings together several overlapping disputes: AI leadership: Which country can build and deploy frontier AI fastest? Advanced chips: How much access should Chinese companies have to leading-edge US semiconductor technology? Export controls: Can Washington restrict critical technology without accelerating China's push for self-sufficiency? AI safety: Can the two countries establish mechanisms to prevent dangerous AI incidents? Technology ecosystems: Will the US and China continue building separate supply chains and standards? Economic ties: Can technology restrictions coexist with efforts to stabilise broader trade relations?

<p>Trump and Xi's 2026 meeting comes as Washington and Beijing compete over AI, advanced chips, technology controls and the future of global technology</p>

Trump-Xi meeting 2026: From AI to chips, what is really at stake in the US-China tech race?

<p>At least 11 people were killed and three others wounded when unidentified gunmen opened fire on a house south of Durban, South Africa. The attack took place late Tuesday night (Sep 22) in the Ziko area of KwaMakhutha township, in South Africa's eastern KwaZulu-Natal province. The victims had gathered at the homestead shortly before 11 pm local time. "The victims, including a pregnant woman, were gathered at a house shortly before armed assailants reportedly entered the premises and opened fire," Thamsanqa Ntuli, the premier of KwaZulu-Natal province, of which Durban is the main city, told news agency AFP.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Local reports indicate the scale of the violence was extreme. A group of 14 people had reportedly gathered inside the house when unknown gunmen entered and opened fire before fleeing the scene. Ten victims were pronounced dead at the scene, while an eleventh died while being transported to hospital. Those wounded were taken for medical treatment.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/at-least-3-killed-in-mass-shooting-at-idaho-restaurant-shocking-video-of-gunman-open-firing-with-ar-style-rifle-surfaces-1785632876731"><strong>At least 3 killed in mass shooting at Idaho restaurant, shocking video of gunman open firing with AR-style rifle surfaces</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>South African broadcaster eNCA reported additional grim details of the incident. The gunmen reportedly herded everyone into a single room before opening fire and torched a car belonging to one of the victims. One resident told the broadcaster he had grown up with some of those killed and had never witnessed anything like it in the area, comparing the scene to something out of a film.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Authorities have not yet established a motive for the attack. Ntuli described the killings as having left the community "in profound shock and grief." Police are reportedly combing the scene for evidence as they search for the suspects, who fled after the shooting.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Acting police chief Puleng Dimpane said she had activated a 72-hour tracking operation to pursue and apprehend those responsible. "There is no place in our communities for the senseless taking of human lives. Police must act decisively, mobilise all available resources and pursue those responsible until they are brought before the courts," she said in a statement.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>As of Wednesday, the investigation remains active, with no arrests reported and further details expected as police continue their inquiry.</p>

Gunmen opened fire at a home near Durban, South Africa, killing 11 people in a late-night attack. Read the latest police updates, casualty details, and security response.

At least 11 people were killed and three others wounded when unidentified gunmen opened fire on a house south of Durban, South Africa. The attack took place late Tuesday night (Sep 22) in the Ziko area of KwaMakhutha township, in South Africa's eastern KwaZulu-Natal province. The victims had gathered at the homestead shortly before 11 pm local time. "The victims, including a pregnant woman, were gathered at a house shortly before armed assailants reportedly entered the premises and opened fire," Thamsanqa Ntuli, the premier of KwaZulu-Natal province, of which Durban is the main city, told news agency AFP. Local reports indicate the scale of the violence was extreme. A group of 14 people had reportedly gathered inside the house when unknown gunmen entered and opened fire before fleeing the scene. Ten victims were pronounced dead at the scene, while an eleventh died while being transported to hospital. Those wounded were taken for medical treatment. Also read: At least 3 killed in mass shooting at Idaho restaurant, shocking video of gunman open firing with AR-style rifle surfaces South African broadcaster eNCA reported additional grim details of the incident. The gunmen reportedly herded everyone into a single room before opening fire and torched a car belonging to one of the victims. One resident told the broadcaster he had grown up with some of those killed and had never witnessed anything like it in the area, comparing the scene to something out of a film. Authorities have not yet established a motive for the attack. Ntuli described the killings as having left the community "in profound shock and grief." Police are reportedly combing the scene for evidence as they search for the suspects, who fled after the shooting. Acting police chief Puleng Dimpane said she had activated a 72-hour tracking operation to pursue and apprehend those responsible. "There is no place in our communities for the senseless taking of human lives. Police must act decisively, mobilise all available resources and pursue those responsible until they are brought before the courts," she said in a statement. As of Wednesday, the investigation remains active, with no arrests reported and further details expected as police continue their inquiry.

<p>Gunmen opened fire at a home near Durban, South Africa, killing 11 people in a late-night attack. Read the latest police updates, casualty details, and security response.</p>

Mass shooting near Durban: Gunmen Kill 11 at South African family home

<p>The Trump administration’s campaign to squeeze Iran’s economy is running into a major complication: China. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has expanded Washington’s use of economic pressure against Tehran, including secondary sanctions aimed at companies, banks, traders and other entities helping Iran maintain its economic lifelines. The strategy is designed to make doing business with Iran increasingly costly even for entities that are outside the United States.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>But there is one country Washington cannot easily ignore, China. China is Iran’s largest trading partner and by far its biggest buyer of crude. The US-China Economic and Security Review Commission says Chinese purchases accounted for roughly 90 per cent of Iran’s exported oil, while China imported nearly 1.4 million barrels per day of Iranian oil in 2025. That makes Beijing crucial to Tehran’s ability to keep earning revenue despite years of US sanctions.</p><h2>Why China's role matters</h2><p>Iran has spent years developing ways to keep its oil flowing despite sanctions. Chinese buyers, trading networks, financial intermediaries and shipping arrangements have become an important part of that system. A US-China Economic and Security Review Commission timeline published this month described China as Iran’s ‘most important economic lifeline’, particularly through oil purchases. It also highlighted Chinese involvement in trade and technology networks that have helped Tehran mitigate the impact of sanctions.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For Beijing, however, the relationship with Tehran is not simply about supporting Iran. China gets access to discounted Iranian crude, while Iran gets a major customer willing to continue buying despite US restrictions. The relationship therefore serves economic interests on both sides. But Beijing also has much larger commercial interests with other Middle Eastern economies, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. The USCC estimates that China’s two-way trade with both Saudi Arabia and the UAE was significantly larger than its trade with Iran in 2025.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also Read: </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-and-human-rights-are-red-lines-china-warns-us-ahead-of-xi-trump-visit-1790136901948"><strong>'Taiwan and human rights are red lines': China warns US ahead of Xi-Trump visit</strong></a></p><h2>What are secondary sanctions?</h2><p>Primary US sanctions generally restrict American individuals and companies from doing business with a sanctioned country or entity. Secondary sanctions go further. They can threaten non-US companies or financial institutions with losing access to the US financial system if they continue certain transactions with sanctioned entities. That creates a difficult choice for international businesses: maintain commercial ties with Iran or protect access to the US financial system. Bessent’s expanded sanctions campaign has already targeted entities in China and Hong Kong linked to Iran’s oil, missile and nuclear-related activities.</p><h2>Why China is different</h2><p>Targeting smaller companies or financial networks is one thing. Applying maximum pressure to China is much more complicated. China is the world's second-largest economy and one of Washington's most important economic counterparts. At the same time, Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are preparing for talks in Washington covering trade, technology, AI and other strategic issues.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>That creates a balancing act for Washington. The US wants to reduce Iran's ability to finance its economy and war effort. But aggressively targeting major Chinese companies or banks could trigger another confrontation with Beijing just as Washington is trying to stabilise US-China relations. China has already rejected unilateral US sanctions on Iran and defended its trade relationship with Tehran.</p><h2>What happens next?</h2><p>The central question is not whether Washington can sanction Chinese entities. It can. The bigger question is how far the Trump administration is willing to go against Chinese companies that continue buying or facilitating Iranian oil. If Washington increases pressure, Beijing could respond politically or economically. If enforcement remains limited, Iran could continue relying heavily on Chinese demand for its oil. That leaves China at the centre of Trump's Iran strategy, not necessarily because Beijing is the intended target, but because Iran's economic lifeline increasingly runs through a country Washington also needs to negotiate with.</p>

China is Iran’s biggest trading partner and oil buyer. Here’s why Trump’s secondary sanctions plan could put Beijing in a difficult position

The Trump administration’s campaign to squeeze Iran’s economy is running into a major complication: China. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has expanded Washington’s use of economic pressure against Tehran, including secondary sanctions aimed at companies, banks, traders and other entities helping Iran maintain its economic lifelines. The strategy is designed to make doing business with Iran increasingly costly even for entities that are outside the United States. But there is one country Washington cannot easily ignore, China. China is Iran’s largest trading partner and by far its biggest buyer of crude. The US-China Economic and Security Review Commission says Chinese purchases accounted for roughly 90 per cent of Iran’s exported oil, while China imported nearly 1.4 million barrels per day of Iranian oil in 2025. That makes Beijing crucial to Tehran’s ability to keep earning revenue despite years of US sanctions. Why China's role matters Iran has spent years developing ways to keep its oil flowing despite sanctions. Chinese buyers, trading networks, financial intermediaries and shipping arrangements have become an important part of that system. A US-China Economic and Security Review Commission timeline published this month described China as Iran’s ‘most important economic lifeline’, particularly through oil purchases. It also highlighted Chinese involvement in trade and technology networks that have helped Tehran mitigate the impact of sanctions. For Beijing, however, the relationship with Tehran is not simply about supporting Iran. China gets access to discounted Iranian crude, while Iran gets a major customer willing to continue buying despite US restrictions. The relationship therefore serves economic interests on both sides. But Beijing also has much larger commercial interests with other Middle Eastern economies, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. The USCC estimates that China’s two-way trade with both Saudi Arabia and the UAE was significantly larger than its trade with Iran in 2025. Also Read: 'Taiwan and human rights are red lines': China warns US ahead of Xi-Trump visit What are secondary sanctions? Primary US sanctions generally restrict American individuals and companies from doing business with a sanctioned country or entity. Secondary sanctions go further. They can threaten non-US companies or financial institutions with losing access to the US financial system if they continue certain transactions with sanctioned entities. That creates a difficult choice for international businesses: maintain commercial ties with Iran or protect access to the US financial system. Bessent’s expanded sanctions campaign has already targeted entities in China and Hong Kong linked to Iran’s oil, missile and nuclear-related activities. Why China is different Targeting smaller companies or financial networks is one thing. Applying maximum pressure to China is much more complicated. China is the world's second-largest economy and one of Washington's most important economic counterparts. At the same time, Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are preparing for talks in Washington covering trade, technology, AI and other strategic issues. That creates a balancing act for Washington. The US wants to reduce Iran's ability to finance its economy and war effort. But aggressively targeting major Chinese companies or banks could trigger another confrontation with Beijing just as Washington is trying to stabilise US-China relations. China has already rejected unilateral US sanctions on Iran and defended its trade relationship with Tehran. What happens next? The central question is not whether Washington can sanction Chinese entities. It can. The bigger question is how far the Trump administration is willing to go against Chinese companies that continue buying or facilitating Iranian oil. If Washington increases pressure, Beijing could respond politically or economically. If enforcement remains limited, Iran could continue relying heavily on Chinese demand for its oil. That leaves China at the centre of Trump's Iran strategy, not necessarily because Beijing is the intended target, but because Iran's economic lifeline increasingly runs through a country Washington also needs to negotiate with.

<p>China’s deep trade and oil ties with Iran could put Beijing at the centre of Donald Trump’s new secondary sanctions campaign against Tehran</p>

China’s Iran problem: Why Trump’s sanctions strategy could put Beijing in a bind

<p>Praxis announced plans to create tech-focused enclaves powered by artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency in Uruguay. The first phase of the plan will be at +Colonia, with $1 billion in investment mobilised over the next three years. The first residents are likely to move in mid-2027, when the community will come together with exceptional homes, hospitality, and cultural institutions shaped by artificial general intelligence.</p><p><br>The company, Praxis, led by a 30-year-old chief executive officer, is considered one of the most famous groups targeting South America to establish an internet-native nation. The movement focus to setup physical communities under decentralised systems and shared ideologies rather than traditional municipal frameworks.</p><h3>Why Praxis chose Uruguay?</h3><p>Praxis considered Uruguay for the project because of its natural beauty, political and economic stability, strong democratic institutions, and the opportunity to set up alongside an established local community and development partner. The first phase of the plan, +Colonia, is a waterfront urban development site which adjoins Colonia del Sacramento. The project focuses on connecting international investment and talent with Uruguay’s creative life, enterprise, and enduring appeal as a place to live.</p><p><br>Praxis’s ambition is to bring the architectural care, privacy, and intuitive service of the world’s finest resorts to everyday life. The vision for the residences centres on generous proportions, natural materials, carefully composed landscapes, and a close relationship to the waterfront. Dining, wellness, and hospitality are intended to be integral to the community, with the same attention given to the experience of living there as to the homes themselves.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Also read:</strong> <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taiwan-and-human-rights-are-red-lines-china-warns-us-ahead-of-xi-trump-visit-1790136901948">'Taiwan and human rights are red lines': China warns US ahead of Xi-Trump visit</a></p><p><br>The proposed investment initiative would fund housing, infrastructure, hospitality facilities, and venues for cultural and commercial use. As the project moves forward, Praxis intends to generate opportunities for local construction workers, hospitality staff, suppliers, and creative enterprises in Uruguay. Key areas for local partnership include training the workforce, involving Uruguayan artists and architects, and building ties with educational and cultural organisations. As planning progresses, more detailed programs will be worked out together with local partners.</p><p><br>Praxis is designed with a future in mind, one where artificial general intelligence handles much of the economic work currently done by people, generating immense wealth and reshaping why people choose to live in cities at all. In a world where intelligence is plentiful and work no longer dictates location, Praxis believes that factors like striking surroundings, thoughtful architecture, close-knit communities, and vibrant culture will increasingly shape where people decide to settle. The company's goal is to channel some of the wealth generated by this shift into enduring places, institutions, and opportunities for the future.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Praxis’s ambition is to bring the architectural care, privacy, and intuitive service of the world’s finest resorts to everyday life. The vision for the residences centres on generous proportions, natural materials, carefully composed landscapes, and a close relationship to the waterfront.

Praxis announced plans to create tech-focused enclaves powered by artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency in Uruguay. The first phase of the plan will be at +Colonia, with $1 billion in investment mobilised over the next three years. The first residents are likely to move in mid-2027, when the community will come together with exceptional homes, hospitality, and cultural institutions shaped by artificial general intelligence. The company, Praxis, led by a 30-year-old chief executive officer, is considered one of the most famous groups targeting South America to establish an internet-native nation. The movement focus to setup physical communities under decentralised systems and shared ideologies rather than traditional municipal frameworks. Why Praxis chose Uruguay? Praxis considered Uruguay for the project because of its natural beauty, political and economic stability, strong democratic institutions, and the opportunity to set up alongside an established local community and development partner. The first phase of the plan, +Colonia, is a waterfront urban development site which adjoins Colonia del Sacramento. The project focuses on connecting international investment and talent with Uruguay’s creative life, enterprise, and enduring appeal as a place to live. Praxis’s ambition is to bring the architectural care, privacy, and intuitive service of the world’s finest resorts to everyday life. The vision for the residences centres on generous proportions, natural materials, carefully composed landscapes, and a close relationship to the waterfront. Dining, wellness, and hospitality are intended to be integral to the community, with the same attention given to the experience of living there as to the homes themselves. Also read: 'Taiwan and human rights are red lines': China warns US ahead of Xi-Trump visit The proposed investment initiative would fund housing, infrastructure, hospitality facilities, and venues for cultural and commercial use. As the project moves forward, Praxis intends to generate opportunities for local construction workers, hospitality staff, suppliers, and creative enterprises in Uruguay. Key areas for local partnership include training the workforce, involving Uruguayan artists and architects, and building ties with educational and cultural organisations. As planning progresses, more detailed programs will be worked out together with local partners. Praxis is designed with a future in mind, one where artificial general intelligence handles much of the economic work currently done by people, generating immense wealth and reshaping why people choose to live in cities at all. In a world where intelligence is plentiful and work no longer dictates location, Praxis believes that factors like striking surroundings, thoughtful architecture, close-knit communities, and vibrant culture will increasingly shape where people decide to settle. The company's goal is to channel some of the wealth generated by this shift into enduring places, institutions, and opportunities for the future.

<p>Praxis’s ambition is to bring the architectural care, privacy, and intuitive service of the world’s finest resorts to everyday life. The vision for the residences centres on generous proportions, natural materials, carefully composed landscapes, and a close relationship to the waterfront.</p>

Startup Praxis to build $1 billion AI-powered city in Uruguay, first residents by 2027

<p>Hurricane Polo has quickly intensified to become the strongest storm recorded in the eastern Pacific Ocean in decades. It exploded into an "extremely dangerous" Category 5 storm on Tuesday, less than 24 hours after it became a hurricane. The National Hurricane Center said it has maximum sustained winds of 265 kmph. It is expected to brush past Mexico's southwestern coast as a Category 5 storm and is currently 338 kilometres south of Zihuatanejo.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Satellite images show extreme lightning around its eye, which is nearly stationary, with wind gusts reaching up to 356 kmph in the eyewall. The Category 5 storm is barely moving, which means it will continue to pull huge amounts of water. It intensified almost overnight, at the fastest rate ever observed in the Eastern Pacific.</p><h2><strong>Path of Hurricane Polo</strong></h2><p><br>The storm's exact path remains unknown. Computer models show that it could either stall or loop, and even travel across northwestern Mexico. It could also bring dangerous conditions to the Baja Peninsula and western Mexico early next week. Remnant moisture from the system will push upwards towards the US in the next 10 days.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said Polo will not touch land, according to forecasts. However, people are staying away from beaches amid choppy seas. Several regions also suspended classes on Tuesday. Ports were shut down in the states of Guerrero and Michoacán, where 3 to 6 inches of rain can be expected. Heavy rains can trigger flash floods and mudslides. Fishermen have also been told to remain alert.</p><h2><strong>How did Hurricane Polo intensify so quickly?</strong></h2><p><br>The rapid intensification is clearly the result of El Niño, the weather phenomenon that brought droughts in Mexico and Central America. Surface ocean temperatures were 3.05 degrees Celsius above average in the Pacific on September 19. This creates the perfect conditions for hurricanes and typhoons. Meanwhile, the Atlantic has been without a major hurricane this season, the exact opposite effect of El Niño in the region.</p><h2><strong>Hurricane Polo has already set and broken several records</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The hurricane is the strongest in the eastern Pacific in decades. National Hurricane Center data shows that only a few storms compare to Polo's speeds, one of which was Hurricane Patricia that formed in 2015 with wind speeds of 346 kmph. The last storm to intensify this quickly was &nbsp;Hurricane Otis in 2023, which brought widespread destruction in Acapulco, Mexico.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>With wind speeds of 265 kmph, Polo is tied with Hurricane Rick from 2009 for the third-highest winds ever recorded in the Pacific. It also has the fourth-highest wind speed of any hurricane worldwide.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Hurricane Polo has also recorded the second-lowest pressure ever observed in the Pacific, with Hurricane Patricia ahead of it. The central pressure fell to 892 millibars, with only nine hurricanes of 1,088 recording pressures below 900 millibars since 1950. Hurricane Polo is the third Category 5 hurricane in the Eastern and Central Pacific this season, with Genevieve and Lowell being the other two.</p>

Hurricane Polo has shocked meteorologists by turning into a Category 5 storm within 24 hours of forming. It is now the most powerful storm recorded in the eastern Pacific. Its central pressure below 900 has only been seen in nine hurricanes in 76 years.

Hurricane Polo has quickly intensified to become the strongest storm recorded in the eastern Pacific Ocean in decades. It exploded into an "extremely dangerous" Category 5 storm on Tuesday, less than 24 hours after it became a hurricane. The National Hurricane Center said it has maximum sustained winds of 265 kmph. It is expected to brush past Mexico's southwestern coast as a Category 5 storm and is currently 338 kilometres south of Zihuatanejo. Satellite images show extreme lightning around its eye, which is nearly stationary, with wind gusts reaching up to 356 kmph in the eyewall. The Category 5 storm is barely moving, which means it will continue to pull huge amounts of water. It intensified almost overnight, at the fastest rate ever observed in the Eastern Pacific. Path of Hurricane Polo The storm's exact path remains unknown. Computer models show that it could either stall or loop, and even travel across northwestern Mexico. It could also bring dangerous conditions to the Baja Peninsula and western Mexico early next week. Remnant moisture from the system will push upwards towards the US in the next 10 days. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said Polo will not touch land, according to forecasts. However, people are staying away from beaches amid choppy seas. Several regions also suspended classes on Tuesday. Ports were shut down in the states of Guerrero and Michoacán, where 3 to 6 inches of rain can be expected. Heavy rains can trigger flash floods and mudslides. Fishermen have also been told to remain alert. How did Hurricane Polo intensify so quickly? The rapid intensification is clearly the result of El Niño, the weather phenomenon that brought droughts in Mexico and Central America. Surface ocean temperatures were 3.05 degrees Celsius above average in the Pacific on September 19. This creates the perfect conditions for hurricanes and typhoons. Meanwhile, the Atlantic has been without a major hurricane this season, the exact opposite effect of El Niño in the region. Hurricane Polo has already set and broken several records The hurricane is the strongest in the eastern Pacific in decades. National Hurricane Center data shows that only a few storms compare to Polo's speeds, one of which was Hurricane Patricia that formed in 2015 with wind speeds of 346 kmph. The last storm to intensify this quickly was Hurricane Otis in 2023, which brought widespread destruction in Acapulco, Mexico. With wind speeds of 265 kmph, Polo is tied with Hurricane Rick from 2009 for the third-highest winds ever recorded in the Pacific. It also has the fourth-highest wind speed of any hurricane worldwide. Hurricane Polo has also recorded the second-lowest pressure ever observed in the Pacific, with Hurricane Patricia ahead of it. The central pressure fell to 892 millibars, with only nine hurricanes of 1,088 recording pressures below 900 millibars since 1950. Hurricane Polo is the third Category 5 hurricane in the Eastern and Central Pacific this season, with Genevieve and Lowell being the other two.

<p>Hurricane Polo has shocked meteorologists by turning into a Category 5 storm within 24 hours of forming. It is now the most powerful storm recorded in the eastern Pacific. Its central pressure below 900 has only been seen in nine hurricanes in 76 years.</p>

Hurricane Polo becomes 'strongest' Cat 5 in Pacific overnight. What you need to know

<p>Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said experiential travel is emerging as the next major trend in tourism, with travellers increasingly seeking meaningful experiences and seamless journeys rather than conventional sightseeing.</p><p>Speaking at the WION Iconic Tourism Summit &amp; Awards 2026 in New Delhi on Wednesday (Sep 23), Shekhawat said tourists today want a more “experiential” and wholesome journey, while stressing that tourism growth must also remain sustainable and value-driven.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/wion-iconic-tourism-summit-awards-2026-how-safe-is-india-for-solo-women-travellers-shekhawat-pushes-back-against-misconceptions-1790151316942"><strong>WION Iconic Tourism Summit &amp; Awards 2026: How safe is India for solo women travellers? Shekhawat pushes back against ‘misconceptions’</strong></a></p><h2><strong>The next big trend in tourism</strong></h2><p>“Experiential travel is the next big trend,” Shekhawat said, pointing to changing traveller preferences and the growing influence of technology in deciding where and how people travel. He said travellers are increasingly using social media and artificial intelligence to discover new destinations but argued that technology cannot entirely replace the human element in travel.</p><p>“Human touch can never be replaced by AI,” Shekhawat said.</p><p>The minister also highlighted the importance of the experience tourists receive once they arrive at a destination. He said even a single negative experience for a foreign visitor can create wider negative perceptions. “A foreign tourist having one bad experience creates negative vibes,” he said, stressing that every stakeholder in the tourism ecosystem needs to act with sincerity and honesty.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/wion-iconic-tourism-summit-value-based-sustainable-tourism-is-need-of-the-hour-1790152534971/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/wion-iconic-tourism-summit-value-based-sustainable-tourism-is-need-of-the-hour-1790152534971/embed</a></p><h2><strong>Tourism as an instrument of peace</strong></h2><p>Shekhawat also described tourism as more than an economic activity, calling it a “vital instrument for peace diplomacy”.</p><p>He said India's approach to tourism should draw from the country's traditional belief of “Atithi Devo Bhava”, or the idea that a guest is divine. “We need to reflect on our ancient belief: Guest is divine,” he said.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/charaiveti-charaiveti-gajendra-shekhawat-invokes-vedas-at-wion-iconic-tourism-summit-says-india-on-course-to-become-developed-nation-by-2047-1790142464304"><strong>‘Charaiveti, Charaiveti’: Gajendra Shekhawat invokes Vedas at WION Iconic Tourism Summit, says India on course to become developed nation by 2047</strong></a></p><p>Shekhawat said the focus should ultimately be on value-based tourism that is sustainable, suggesting that the next phase of tourism growth must balance traveller expectations with responsible and lasting development.</p><p>The WION Iconic Tourism Summit &amp; Awards 2026, presented by VFS Global in association with Red Hat Communications, brings together voices from government, diplomacy, aviation, hospitality and technology to examine the forces reshaping global travel, including mobility, tourism infrastructure, technology and changing traveller expectations.</p>

Tourism is moving beyond conventional sightseeing, with travellers increasingly seeking meaningful and personalised experiences. At WION’s Iconic Tourism Summit, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat explained why AI may transform travel planning but cannot replace the human touch.

Union Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat said experiential travel is emerging as the next major trend in tourism, with travellers increasingly seeking meaningful experiences and seamless journeys rather than conventional sightseeing. Speaking at the WION Iconic Tourism Summit & Awards 2026 in New Delhi on Wednesday (Sep 23), Shekhawat said tourists today want a more “experiential” and wholesome journey, while stressing that tourism growth must also remain sustainable and value-driven. Also read | WION Iconic Tourism Summit & Awards 2026: How safe is India for solo women travellers? Shekhawat pushes back against ‘misconceptions’ The next big trend in tourism “Experiential travel is the next big trend,” Shekhawat said, pointing to changing traveller preferences and the growing influence of technology in deciding where and how people travel. He said travellers are increasingly using social media and artificial intelligence to discover new destinations but argued that technology cannot entirely replace the human element in travel. “Human touch can never be replaced by AI,” Shekhawat said. The minister also highlighted the importance of the experience tourists receive once they arrive at a destination. He said even a single negative experience for a foreign visitor can create wider negative perceptions. “A foreign tourist having one bad experience creates negative vibes,” he said, stressing that every stakeholder in the tourism ecosystem needs to act with sincerity and honesty. https://www.wionews.com/videos/wion-iconic-tourism-summit-value-based-sustainable-tourism-is-need-of-the-hour-1790152534971/embed Tourism as an instrument of peace Shekhawat also described tourism as more than an economic activity, calling it a “vital instrument for peace diplomacy”. He said India's approach to tourism should draw from the country's traditional belief of “Atithi Devo Bhava”, or the idea that a guest is divine. “We need to reflect on our ancient belief: Guest is divine,” he said. Also read | ‘Charaiveti, Charaiveti’: Gajendra Shekhawat invokes Vedas at WION Iconic Tourism Summit, says India on course to become developed nation by 2047 Shekhawat said the focus should ultimately be on value-based tourism that is sustainable, suggesting that the next phase of tourism growth must balance traveller expectations with responsible and lasting development. The WION Iconic Tourism Summit & Awards 2026, presented by VFS Global in association with Red Hat Communications, brings together voices from government, diplomacy, aviation, hospitality and technology to examine the forces reshaping global travel, including mobility, tourism infrastructure, technology and changing traveller expectations.

<p>Tourism is moving beyond conventional sightseeing, with travellers increasingly seeking meaningful and personalised experiences. At WION’s Iconic Tourism Summit, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat explained why AI may transform travel planning but cannot replace the human touch.</p>

WION Iconic Tourism Summit & Awards 2026: Union Minister Shekhawat says 'experiential travel' the next big trend

<p>Indian Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, while speaking at WION's Iconic Tourism Summit and Awards 2026, said that India was well on its way to becoming a developed nation by 2047.</p><p>"India's first quarter growth stunned the world," he noted while presenting the keynote address at the WION Summit. "Despite geopolitical turbulence, India stands firm," he added.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/wion-iconic-tourism-summit-awards-2026-union-minister-shekhawat-says-experiential-travel-the-next-big-trend-1790147146651"><strong>WION Iconic Tourism Summit &amp; Awards 2026: Union Minister Shekhawat says 'experiential travel' the next big trend</strong></a></p><h2><strong>'Charaiveti, Charaiveti': India on course to Viksit Bharat 2047 goal</strong></h2><p>Drawing from India's cultural heritage, the Vedas<strong>,</strong> Shekhawat noted that they tell us to keep moving, keep going. "Charaiveti, Charaiveti...our sages told us the wisdom of moving in pursuit of knowledge and new opportunities."</p><p>“Change is eternal, but in modern times the pace of transformation is rapid,” he said, adding that “PM Modi has laid the roadmap for rapid strides for a developed nation by 2047."</p><p><br>These themes form the backdrop to the WION Iconic Tourism Summit &amp; Awards 2026, being held in New Delhi on September 23. The summit brings together government representatives, diplomats and leaders from tourism, aviation, hospitality and technology to examine issues ranging from visas and mobility to tourism infrastructure, cultural diplomacy and travel technology. Diplomats from nearly 20 countries are expected to participate, giving the discussions a broader international dimension.<br><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/wion-iconic-tourism-summit-awards-2026-how-safe-is-india-for-solo-women-travellers-shekhawat-pushes-back-against-misconceptions-1790151316942"><strong>WION Iconic Tourism Summit &amp; Awards 2026: How safe is India for solo women travellers? Shekhawat pushes back against ‘misconceptions’</strong></a></p><h2><strong>WION's Iconic Tourism Summit and Awards 2026</strong></h2><p>The summit will explore some of the most pressing issues shaping global mobility today, from visa policy and border management to biometric travel, digital transformation, and the growing role of artificial intelligence in enhancing traveller experiences. The event will conclude with the Iconic Awards 2026, recognising outstanding individuals and organisations that have made significant contributions to the travel and tourism industry.</p><p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/wion-iconic-tourism-summit-moving-towards-making-india-developed-nation-by-2047-1790151635415/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/wion-iconic-tourism-summit-moving-towards-making-india-developed-nation-by-2047-1790151635415/embed</a></p><p>The summit will also see the participation of ambassadors from Argentina, Greece, Suriname, Ireland, Slovakia, Cyprus, South Africa, Sri Lanka and Seychelles, along with prominent leaders from the tourism, aviation and hospitality sectors.</p><p>Part of the WION World Conferences series, the event at ITC Maurya, New Delhi, is presented by VFS Global, the global leader in trusted technology services enabling secure international mobility, which this year marks 25 years of facilitating seamless cross-border travel. The event is being organised in association with Red Hat Communications.</p>

Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat invoked the ancient mantra “Charaiveti, Charaiveti” to describe India’s journey towards becoming a developed nation by 2047, while highlighting economic growth, geopolitical challenges and rapid global transformation.

Indian Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, while speaking at WION's Iconic Tourism Summit and Awards 2026, said that India was well on its way to becoming a developed nation by 2047. "India's first quarter growth stunned the world," he noted while presenting the keynote address at the WION Summit. "Despite geopolitical turbulence, India stands firm," he added. Also read | WION Iconic Tourism Summit & Awards 2026: Union Minister Shekhawat says 'experiential travel' the next big trend 'Charaiveti, Charaiveti': India on course to Viksit Bharat 2047 goal Drawing from India's cultural heritage, the Vedas, Shekhawat noted that they tell us to keep moving, keep going. "Charaiveti, Charaiveti...our sages told us the wisdom of moving in pursuit of knowledge and new opportunities." “Change is eternal, but in modern times the pace of transformation is rapid,” he said, adding that “PM Modi has laid the roadmap for rapid strides for a developed nation by 2047." These themes form the backdrop to the WION Iconic Tourism Summit & Awards 2026, being held in New Delhi on September 23. The summit brings together government representatives, diplomats and leaders from tourism, aviation, hospitality and technology to examine issues ranging from visas and mobility to tourism infrastructure, cultural diplomacy and travel technology. Diplomats from nearly 20 countries are expected to participate, giving the discussions a broader international dimension. Also read | WION Iconic Tourism Summit & Awards 2026: How safe is India for solo women travellers? Shekhawat pushes back against ‘misconceptions’ WION's Iconic Tourism Summit and Awards 2026 The summit will explore some of the most pressing issues shaping global mobility today, from visa policy and border management to biometric travel, digital transformation, and the growing role of artificial intelligence in enhancing traveller experiences. The event will conclude with the Iconic Awards 2026, recognising outstanding individuals and organisations that have made significant contributions to the travel and tourism industry. https://www.wionews.com/videos/wion-iconic-tourism-summit-moving-towards-making-india-developed-nation-by-2047-1790151635415/embed The summit will also see the participation of ambassadors from Argentina, Greece, Suriname, Ireland, Slovakia, Cyprus, South Africa, Sri Lanka and Seychelles, along with prominent leaders from the tourism, aviation and hospitality sectors. Part of the WION World Conferences series, the event at ITC Maurya, New Delhi, is presented by VFS Global, the global leader in trusted technology services enabling secure international mobility, which this year marks 25 years of facilitating seamless cross-border travel. The event is being organised in association with Red Hat Communications.

<p>Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat invoked the ancient mantra “Charaiveti, Charaiveti” to describe India’s journey towards becoming a developed nation by 2047, while highlighting economic growth, geopolitical challenges and rapid global transformation.</p>

‘Charaiveti, Charaiveti’: Gajendra Shekhawat invokes Vedas at WION Iconic Tourism Summit, says India on course to become developed nation by 2047

<p>British Prime Minister Andy Burnham met US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), marking their first face-to-face bilateral meeting. Both appeared to get along well with Trump calling Burnham a "natural business person." Trump remained polite and friendly throughout and also called Burnham was going to be a "great prime minister" and that he had "a lot of assets on his side," adding that the US was with him "all the way." In response, Burnham thanked the president before touting their “good connection.” Both the leaders discussed Ukraine, the Falkland Islands, and trade issues.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-calls-on-nations-to-quit-rogue-and-out-of-control-international-criminal-court-rips-un-1790102584297">Trump calls on nations to quit ‘rogue’ and ‘out-of-control’ International Criminal Court, rips UN</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>US President Donald Trump has said Andy Burnham is a man he can do business with, adding that UK-US relations are "more up now" that Burnham is in power. Speaking to reporters, Burnham said he had "established a good connection" with Trump and they had "taken that further today." The US president added that UK's "terrible" deal to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius and pay to lease back a joint UK-US military base on the archipelago's largest island, Diego Garcia. Burnham, in response said that the UK will "work hard" to find a resolution between the different sides and he is “confident we can find it working with our US partners.” The agreement would see the UK cede sovereignty of the territory to Mauritius and pay an average of £101m ($136m) per year to lease back the military base - but in April the deal was paused indefinitely because Trump pulled his support. &nbsp;Burnham also said that discussions included the Falkland Islands, which have been the subject of comments by the US president and Argentina's president Javier Milei. The Falklands, in the south-west Atlantic Ocean, remain the subject of a sovereignty dispute between Britain and Argentina, more than 40 years on from an armed conflict over the territory.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/short-videos/us-president-donald-trump-unveils-new-white-house-helipad-1790071487044">US President Donald Trump unveils new White House helipad</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Burnham later said he had explained to Trump that Britain has been in "too much turbulence" in recent times but it is time to "turn the story" about the country into a positive one. The US president added that the UK is a country with "great patriotism", and he thinks it is "waiting for good leadership, waiting for success".</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking on Tuesday, Trump said: “I think the prime minister is going to be looking at [the deal].” Burnham replied: "Yep."</p><p>He later told broadcasters he has “inherited the situation and we need a resolution.” Burnham added: "It's critical to safeguard the future of the base, and that matters to us for security reasons, but also clearly to the United States as well. “What I said in the meeting is that we will work to find that resolution between the different sides, and we'll work hard to find it.”</p>

US President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham struck a warm tone during their first face-to-face meeting at the UN General Assembly. They discussed trade, Ukraine and the Falklands, while Trump criticised the UK’s Chagos Islands deal 


British Prime Minister Andy Burnham met US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), marking their first face-to-face bilateral meeting. Both appeared to get along well with Trump calling Burnham a "natural business person." Trump remained polite and friendly throughout and also called Burnham was going to be a "great prime minister" and that he had "a lot of assets on his side," adding that the US was with him "all the way." In response, Burnham thanked the president before touting their “good connection.” Both the leaders discussed Ukraine, the Falkland Islands, and trade issues. Also Read: Trump calls on nations to quit ‘rogue’ and ‘out-of-control’ International Criminal Court, rips UN US President Donald Trump has said Andy Burnham is a man he can do business with, adding that UK-US relations are "more up now" that Burnham is in power. Speaking to reporters, Burnham said he had "established a good connection" with Trump and they had "taken that further today." The US president added that UK's "terrible" deal to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius and pay to lease back a joint UK-US military base on the archipelago's largest island, Diego Garcia. Burnham, in response said that the UK will "work hard" to find a resolution between the different sides and he is “confident we can find it working with our US partners.” The agreement would see the UK cede sovereignty of the territory to Mauritius and pay an average of £101m ($136m) per year to lease back the military base - but in April the deal was paused indefinitely because Trump pulled his support. Burnham also said that discussions included the Falkland Islands, which have been the subject of comments by the US president and Argentina's president Javier Milei. The Falklands, in the south-west Atlantic Ocean, remain the subject of a sovereignty dispute between Britain and Argentina, more than 40 years on from an armed conflict over the territory. Also Read: US President Donald Trump unveils new White House helipad Burnham later said he had explained to Trump that Britain has been in "too much turbulence" in recent times but it is time to "turn the story" about the country into a positive one. The US president added that the UK is a country with "great patriotism", and he thinks it is "waiting for good leadership, waiting for success". Speaking on Tuesday, Trump said: “I think the prime minister is going to be looking at [the deal].” Burnham replied: "Yep." He later told broadcasters he has “inherited the situation and we need a resolution.” Burnham added: "It's critical to safeguard the future of the base, and that matters to us for security reasons, but also clearly to the United States as well. “What I said in the meeting is that we will work to find that resolution between the different sides, and we'll work hard to find it.”

<p>US President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham struck a warm tone during their first face-to-face meeting at the UN General Assembly. They discussed trade, Ukraine and the Falklands, while Trump criticised the UK’s Chagos Islands deal&nbsp;</p>

Trump calls UK PM Burnham 'natural business person' but criticises 'terrible' Chagos deal

<p>Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi used her first address to the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday (Sep 22) to reaffirm Tokyo’s support for the International Criminal Court and the rule of law.&nbsp;</p><p>Speaking in New York, Takaichi said Japan had consistently supported international judicial institutions since the end of World War II, including the ICC, the International Court of Justice and the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea. “Since the end of the Second World War, Japan, as a peace-loving nation, has attached great importance to the rule of law in the settlement of any disputes,” Takaichi said.</p><p>Her remarks came against the backdrop of US sanctions against Tomoko Akane, the Japanese national serving as ICC president. Japan has previously described the US measures against Akane as “incompatible” with its position and said it had repeatedly urged Washington not to impose the sanctions.</p><p>Takaichi did not directly criticise the United States in her UN address. Instead, she placed Japan's position within its broader commitment to international law and multilateral institutions. US President Donald Trump, meanwhile, used his own UN speech on Tuesday to attack the ICC and call on all member states to leave the court.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-calls-on-nations-to-quit-rogue-and-out-of-control-international-criminal-court-rips-un-1790102584297"><strong>Trump calls on nations to quit ‘rogue’ and ‘out-of-control’ International Criminal Court, rips UN</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Takaichi says post-Cold War era is over</strong></h2><p>Takaichi told the General Assembly that the “stable post-Cold War era” had ended, as geopolitical competition and conflicts put pressure on the international order. Yet she argued that the UN remains essential.&nbsp;</p><p>“There has never been a time when the United Nations was more important than it is today in bringing about peace and stability to the world,” she said.</p><p>The Japanese prime minister said unilateral attempts to change the status quo through force or coercion could not be accepted, citing Russia's war in Ukraine as the “most obvious example”.</p><p>She also pointed to the paralysis of the UN Security Council, where Russia, a permanent member, has used its veto on resolutions concerning its own actions.</p><h2><strong>North Korea, Taiwan tensions</strong></h2><p>Takaichi described North Korea's advancing nuclear and missile programmes, as well as its cyber activities, as a serious threat to international peace and security. She called for the complete denuclearisation of North Korea and said Japan remained ready for dialogue over the long-running issue of Japanese citizens abducted by Pyongyang.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-calls-ai-super-intelligence-at-un-as-world-leaders-clash-over-how-to-regulate-it-1790129701998"><strong>Trump calls AI ‘Super Intelligence’ at UN as world leaders clash over how to regulate it</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Iran war raises energy concerns</strong></h2><p>The conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran also featured in Takaichi's address. She said shipping through the Strait of Hormuz was facing increasing challenges and warned that disruptions to fuel, chemical products, medical supplies and fertilisers were affecting economies and households.</p><p>Japan is preparing a comprehensive cooperation plan aimed at strengthening the economic and energy resilience of Gulf countries, she said. "Concerns about arbitrary export restrictions are growing throughout the international community," she said, adding that Tokyo has also launched the Partnership on Wide Energy and Resources Resilience Asia, or POWERR Asia, to improve energy and resource security across the region.</p><p>Takaichi said Japan would continue working with other countries to protect free and safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait.</p><h2><strong>Japan seeks bigger UN Security Council</strong></h2><p>A major part of Takaichi's speech focused on reforming the UN itself. She said the Security Council's current structure reflects the international situation of 1945 and no longer represents today's global realities.</p><p>Japan wants both permanent and non-permanent membership expanded to make the council more representative and legitimate, she said. “The current structure of the Security Council, whose mandate is to maintain international peace and security, reflects the international situation as it stood in 1945,” Takaichi said.</p>

Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi has reaffirmed Tokyo’s support for the International Criminal Court and the rule of law at UNGA81, days after Washington sanctioned ICC president Tomoko Akane. She also called for major reforms to the UN Security Council.

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi used her first address to the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday (Sep 22) to reaffirm Tokyo’s support for the International Criminal Court and the rule of law. Speaking in New York, Takaichi said Japan had consistently supported international judicial institutions since the end of World War II, including the ICC, the International Court of Justice and the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea. “Since the end of the Second World War, Japan, as a peace-loving nation, has attached great importance to the rule of law in the settlement of any disputes,” Takaichi said. Her remarks came against the backdrop of US sanctions against Tomoko Akane, the Japanese national serving as ICC president. Japan has previously described the US measures against Akane as “incompatible” with its position and said it had repeatedly urged Washington not to impose the sanctions. Takaichi did not directly criticise the United States in her UN address. Instead, she placed Japan's position within its broader commitment to international law and multilateral institutions. US President Donald Trump, meanwhile, used his own UN speech on Tuesday to attack the ICC and call on all member states to leave the court. Also read | Trump calls on nations to quit ‘rogue’ and ‘out-of-control’ International Criminal Court, rips UN Takaichi says post-Cold War era is over Takaichi told the General Assembly that the “stable post-Cold War era” had ended, as geopolitical competition and conflicts put pressure on the international order. Yet she argued that the UN remains essential. “There has never been a time when the United Nations was more important than it is today in bringing about peace and stability to the world,” she said. The Japanese prime minister said unilateral attempts to change the status quo through force or coercion could not be accepted, citing Russia's war in Ukraine as the “most obvious example”. She also pointed to the paralysis of the UN Security Council, where Russia, a permanent member, has used its veto on resolutions concerning its own actions. North Korea, Taiwan tensions Takaichi described North Korea's advancing nuclear and missile programmes, as well as its cyber activities, as a serious threat to international peace and security. She called for the complete denuclearisation of North Korea and said Japan remained ready for dialogue over the long-running issue of Japanese citizens abducted by Pyongyang. Also read | Trump calls AI ‘Super Intelligence’ at UN as world leaders clash over how to regulate it Iran war raises energy concerns The conflict involving the United States, Israel and Iran also featured in Takaichi's address. She said shipping through the Strait of Hormuz was facing increasing challenges and warned that disruptions to fuel, chemical products, medical supplies and fertilisers were affecting economies and households. Japan is preparing a comprehensive cooperation plan aimed at strengthening the economic and energy resilience of Gulf countries, she said. "Concerns about arbitrary export restrictions are growing throughout the international community," she said, adding that Tokyo has also launched the Partnership on Wide Energy and Resources Resilience Asia, or POWERR Asia, to improve energy and resource security across the region. Takaichi said Japan would continue working with other countries to protect free and safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Japan seeks bigger UN Security Council A major part of Takaichi's speech focused on reforming the UN itself. She said the Security Council's current structure reflects the international situation of 1945 and no longer represents today's global realities. Japan wants both permanent and non-permanent membership expanded to make the council more representative and legitimate, she said. “The current structure of the Security Council, whose mandate is to maintain international peace and security, reflects the international situation as it stood in 1945,” Takaichi said.

<p>Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi has reaffirmed Tokyo’s support for the International Criminal Court and the rule of law at UNGA81, days after Washington sanctioned ICC president Tomoko Akane. She also called for major reforms to the UN Security Council.</p>

Japan backs ICC at UN as Trump attacks court, PM Takaichi avoids direct US criticism

<p>Millions across 13 states in the United States are under flood warnings as a massive nor'easter storm slams the eastern part of the country. Waves in areas along the Atlantic could reach as high as 12 feet, with coastal flood advisories issued for Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia. The National Weather Service (NWS) has warned of potentially life-threatening conditions from Michigan to Georgia. Parts of Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina and West Virginia will see the heaviest rain from the storm.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Ohio and West Virginia are under flash flood warnings after heavy rains on Tuesday morning, with danger persisting on Wednesday as well. Experts said that a high-pressure system near the Great Lakes had blocked the storm and stalled it over the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast.</p><h2><strong>East Coast storm</strong></h2><p>A new storm is brewing along the East Coast and will bring strong winds and coastal flooding to New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire and Maine. Conditions will last all week and worsen as the week progresses. Deadly rip currents and dangerous surf will slam shorelines spanning hundreds of kilometres. Dangerous wind gusts of nearly 100 km/hr will impact the above areas from Friday.</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/el-nino-2026-heats-up-to-become-strongest-in-1-000-years-1790137227186"><strong>El Niño 2026 heats up to become strongest in 1,000 years</strong></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Experts have warned that the nor'easter storm and the one coming from the southeast will bring a lot of water into the coast. Meteorologist Joe Bastardi flagged it as a "very serious situation" in a post on X.</p><h2><strong>Stay off even barely flooded roads</strong></h2><p>NWS has warned people to stay off the roads in areas that are under flash flood warnings. They have been told to stay away from places where they see even a little water on the ground. "Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles," it said in a statement, adding caution is especially needed at night.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>People in coastal communities have been told to watch out for high surf, especially around high tide. Localised flooding will occur in these regions, and swimmers should also stay out of the Atlantic. AccuWeather said in a statement, "Coastal flooding, especially around high tide, is likely from North Carolina to Massachusetts from Tuesday through Friday." Temperatures will fall by several degrees throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.</p>

A rare nor'easter storm is slamming 13 US states this week, with warnings issued for heavy rain and flash floods. Coastal communities will also face severe wind gusts from a new storm later in the week. People have been warned to stay off roads even if they see a little water.

Millions across 13 states in the United States are under flood warnings as a massive nor'easter storm slams the eastern part of the country. Waves in areas along the Atlantic could reach as high as 12 feet, with coastal flood advisories issued for Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey and Virginia. The National Weather Service (NWS) has warned of potentially life-threatening conditions from Michigan to Georgia. Parts of Pennsylvania, Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina and West Virginia will see the heaviest rain from the storm. Ohio and West Virginia are under flash flood warnings after heavy rains on Tuesday morning, with danger persisting on Wednesday as well. Experts said that a high-pressure system near the Great Lakes had blocked the storm and stalled it over the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast. East Coast storm A new storm is brewing along the East Coast and will bring strong winds and coastal flooding to New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire and Maine. Conditions will last all week and worsen as the week progresses. Deadly rip currents and dangerous surf will slam shorelines spanning hundreds of kilometres. Dangerous wind gusts of nearly 100 km/hr will impact the above areas from Friday. Also Read: El Niño 2026 heats up to become strongest in 1,000 years Experts have warned that the nor'easter storm and the one coming from the southeast will bring a lot of water into the coast. Meteorologist Joe Bastardi flagged it as a "very serious situation" in a post on X. Stay off even barely flooded roads NWS has warned people to stay off the roads in areas that are under flash flood warnings. They have been told to stay away from places where they see even a little water on the ground. "Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles," it said in a statement, adding caution is especially needed at night. People in coastal communities have been told to watch out for high surf, especially around high tide. Localised flooding will occur in these regions, and swimmers should also stay out of the Atlantic. AccuWeather said in a statement, "Coastal flooding, especially around high tide, is likely from North Carolina to Massachusetts from Tuesday through Friday." Temperatures will fall by several degrees throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic.

<p>A rare nor'easter storm is slamming 13 US states this week, with warnings issued for heavy rain and flash floods. Coastal communities will also face severe wind gusts from a new storm later in the week. People have been warned to stay off roads even if they see a little water.</p>

Nor'easter could batter 13 US states this week. What you should know

<p>Ahead of the much anticipated meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, Beijing has warned America over its involvement in Taiwan. China's Ambassador Xie Feng ​said that Taiwan and human rights are "red lines" for China that cannot be crossed. In an article published in Communist Party's official People's Daily on the day Xi is due to leave, Ambassador Xie Feng ​said that managing differences hinges on good faith, and the US should stop "fabricating pretexts" such as national security, economic imbalances and forced labour to try to ​and constrain China.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"China's ⁠sovereignty, security, and development interests cannot be violated, and four red lines — the Taiwan question, democracy and human rights, development paths and systems, and development rights — cannot ​be challenged," Xie said. "China is committed to pursuing peaceful development and hopes the US will move toward this as well." When China and the US cooperate, both benefit, but when they confront each other, both suffer, he added. A separate commentary ​in the People's Daily also said that Washington's "erroneous" perceptions of China and its inability to let go of the notion of strategic competition ​are the basic ⁠causes of their difficult relationship.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-xi-meeting-2026-6-areas-that-will-be-closely-watched-at-the-bilateral-1790062701310">Trump Xi Meeting 2026: 6 areas that will be closely watched at the bilateral</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"In recent years, the tortuous path China-US relations have travelled clearly shows the US's erroneous perceptions of China and its unwillingness to let go of the notion of 'strategic competition' are the fundamental cause of recurring difficulties," said the commentary, without offering details.</p><p>Both sides should cherish the favourable momentum that has come at "great cost, maintain ⁠the right ​direction, and eliminate interference", said the article, published under the pen name "Zhong Sheng", meaning "Voice of China" and ​used to give views on foreign policy. "The US side, in particular, needs to maintain continuity and stability in its policies, honour its commitments, and inject certainty into bilateral relations," it added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-xi-state-dinner-2026-who-is-invited-full-guest-list-of-tech-ceos-business-leaders-and-officials-1790086637540">Trump-Xi state dinner 2026: Who is invited? Full guest list</a></p><h2>Taiwan issue between US and China</h2><p>Taiwan is a bone of contention but Trump did not discuss it suring Beijing meet in May. However, the Chinese side did mention with Xi cautioning US arms sales to Taiwan. While the US, like most countries, has no formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan, it is its most important international backer and arms supplier. Taiwan is democratically governed island claimed by China. On Monday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with his counterparts from Japan and South Korea and reiterated the US commitment ​to the defense of those key Asian allies, and the three nations ​expressed support for Taiwan. In a letter to Trump on Friday, ⁠John Moolenaar, Republican chairman of the House Select Committee on China, wrote in a reference to Taiwan and US allies in Asia that Chinese objections to US arms sales and security cooperation should be "rejected out of hand."</p>

Ahead of Xi Jinping’s summit with Donald Trump in Washington, China’s ambassador to the US warned that Taiwan, human rights and other issues are “red lines” that cannot be challenged. Beijing urged Washington to manage differences with “good faith” as tensions continue over trade and Taiwan.

Ahead of the much anticipated meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, Beijing has warned America over its involvement in Taiwan. China's Ambassador Xie Feng said that Taiwan and human rights are "red lines" for China that cannot be crossed. In an article published in Communist Party's official People's Daily on the day Xi is due to leave, Ambassador Xie Feng said that managing differences hinges on good faith, and the US should stop "fabricating pretexts" such as national security, economic imbalances and forced labour to try to and constrain China. "China's ⁠sovereignty, security, and development interests cannot be violated, and four red lines — the Taiwan question, democracy and human rights, development paths and systems, and development rights — cannot be challenged," Xie said. "China is committed to pursuing peaceful development and hopes the US will move toward this as well." When China and the US cooperate, both benefit, but when they confront each other, both suffer, he added. A separate commentary in the People's Daily also said that Washington's "erroneous" perceptions of China and its inability to let go of the notion of strategic competition are the basic ⁠causes of their difficult relationship. Also Read: Trump Xi Meeting 2026: 6 areas that will be closely watched at the bilateral "In recent years, the tortuous path China-US relations have travelled clearly shows the US's erroneous perceptions of China and its unwillingness to let go of the notion of 'strategic competition' are the fundamental cause of recurring difficulties," said the commentary, without offering details. Both sides should cherish the favourable momentum that has come at "great cost, maintain ⁠the right direction, and eliminate interference", said the article, published under the pen name "Zhong Sheng", meaning "Voice of China" and used to give views on foreign policy. "The US side, in particular, needs to maintain continuity and stability in its policies, honour its commitments, and inject certainty into bilateral relations," it added. Also Read: Trump-Xi state dinner 2026: Who is invited? Full guest list Taiwan issue between US and China Taiwan is a bone of contention but Trump did not discuss it suring Beijing meet in May. However, the Chinese side did mention with Xi cautioning US arms sales to Taiwan. While the US, like most countries, has no formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan, it is its most important international backer and arms supplier. Taiwan is democratically governed island claimed by China. On Monday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with his counterparts from Japan and South Korea and reiterated the US commitment to the defense of those key Asian allies, and the three nations expressed support for Taiwan. In a letter to Trump on Friday, ⁠John Moolenaar, Republican chairman of the House Select Committee on China, wrote in a reference to Taiwan and US allies in Asia that Chinese objections to US arms sales and security cooperation should be "rejected out of hand."

<p>Ahead of Xi Jinping’s summit with Donald Trump in Washington, China’s ambassador to the US warned that Taiwan, human rights and other issues are “red lines” that cannot be challenged. Beijing urged Washington to manage differences with “good faith” as tensions continue over trade and Taiwan.</p>

'Taiwan and human rights are red lines': China warns US ahead of Xi-Trump visit

<p>A remark made by Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the United Nations is doing the rounds on social media, raising alarm. Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly 2025, the Pakistan PM had stated, “Had these terrorists not been encountered by us, they would have been roaming on the streets of New York and London.”</p><p>The remark has now resurfaced ahead of his scheduled address to the 81st UN General Assembly, with users raising questions over what they see as an extraordinary description of Pakistan's confession on terrorism.</p><p>Notably, the clip being widely shared is not from the 81st UNGA in 2026. Sharif is scheduled to address the General Assembly on September 25 this year. The viral excerpt is from his speech to the 80th UN General Assembly on September 26, 2025. The official UN transcript confirms the wording.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jaishankar-at-unga-india-pushes-for-reformed-multilateralism-reforms-to-global-institutions-1790046860281"><strong>India at UNGA81: Jaishankar warns global order under 'growing stress', pushes for ‘reformed multilateralism’</strong></a></p><h2><strong>What did Sharif say about Pakistan and terrorism?</strong></h2><p>Speaking about Pakistan's counterterrorism record during last year's address, Sharif said: “Had these terrorists not been encountered by us, they would have been roaming on the streets of New York and London and God knows, Far East.”</p><p>He presented Pakistan as a “bulwark” against terrorism and described its counterterrorism efforts as a contribution to people beyond Pakistan. The remarks were made while he was arguing that Pakistan had suffered heavily from terrorism and had been on the frontline of the global fight against it.</p><h2><strong>‘What kind of confession is this?’: Social media reacts</strong></h2><p>The resurfaced clip has triggered a stream of reactions with users questioning the wording used by the Pakistani prime minister.</p><p>One widely shared post described the remark as an “admission” that terrorists were present in Pakistan and would otherwise have reached cities such as New York and London.</p><p>Another user wrote: “Wait… what kind of confession is this?” The post focused on Sharif's use of the phrase “encountered by us”, asking whether this meant terrorists were being “controlled” inside Pakistan and what that implied about their presence there.</p>

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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">PM of Pakistan confirms: <br><br>&gt; Pakistan has terrorists. <br>&gt; Pakistan controls terrorists.<br>&gt; Pak prevents terrorists from roaming NYC, London, Far East.<br><br>Why Pak as terrorists? Because Pak creates these terrorists to use them in and against India. <a href="https://t.co/LIEKEcYUko">pic.twitter.com/LIEKEcYUko</a></p>&mdash; Aravind (@aravind) <a href="https://x.com/aravind/status/2102445176392462497?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 22, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

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<p>Other posts went further, asking whether “control” could be interpreted as tolerance, containment, safe haven, funding, training or use as an instrument of state policy.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-indian-army-on-high-alert-after-suspected-pakistani-drone-sighting-over-loc-in-rajouri-1787968541113"><strong>Jammu and Kashmir: Indian army on high alert after suspected Pakistani drone sighting over LoC in Rajouri</strong></a></p><h2><strong>What Sharif said before the viral line</strong></h2><p>Sharif first said Pakistan condemned terrorism “in all its forms and manifestations” and claimed that the country had been at the frontline of global counterterrorism efforts for more than two decades. He said Pakistan had suffered more than 90,000 deaths and $150 billion in economic losses.</p><p>He then argued that terrorism crossed national boundaries, saying a person killed in New York was comparable to one killed in Lahore and that terrorism had to be defeated globally. It was immediately after this argument that he said terrorists, had they not been “encountered” by Pakistan, could have been roaming the streets of New York and London.</p><p>Sharif subsequently shifted to what he described as Pakistan's current problem of “externally sponsored terrorism”, naming groups including the TTP, BLA and Majeed Brigade and accusing them of operating from Afghan territory.</p><h2><strong>India has long raised the issue of cross-border terrorism</strong></h2><p>The resurfaced remark is particularly sensitive in India because New Delhi has repeatedly accused Pakistan of supporting or sheltering cross-border terrorist networks.</p><p>In a UN right-of-reply statement in October 2025, India's Permanent Mission to the UN said the international community had witnessed Pakistan's alleged sponsorship of cross-border terrorism and accused Islamabad of using terrorism as a tool of state policy directed against India.</p><p>India has also made a broader case at the UN for holding not only perpetrators but also financiers and sponsors of terrorism accountable. Its stated position for the 81st UNGA includes opposition to double standards in counterterrorism.</p><h2><strong>Viral clip comes before Sharif’s 2026 UNGA address</strong></h2><p>Sharif arrived in New York this week for the 81st UN General Assembly. Pakistan's government says his September 25 speech will address regional and global security, terrorism, climate change, development and other international issues. That makes the resurfacing of the 2025 clip particularly notable. Social media users are now scrutinising the old remarks ahead of Sharif's appearance.<br>&nbsp;</p>

A remark by Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif about terrorists “roaming” the streets of New York and London has resurfaced on social media ahead of his UNGA81 address. But what exactly did he say, and when was it actually spoken? All you need to know.

A remark made by Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the United Nations is doing the rounds on social media, raising alarm. Speaking at the United Nations General Assembly 2025, the Pakistan PM had stated, “Had these terrorists not been encountered by us, they would have been roaming on the streets of New York and London.” The remark has now resurfaced ahead of his scheduled address to the 81st UN General Assembly, with users raising questions over what they see as an extraordinary description of Pakistan's confession on terrorism. Notably, the clip being widely shared is not from the 81st UNGA in 2026. Sharif is scheduled to address the General Assembly on September 25 this year. The viral excerpt is from his speech to the 80th UN General Assembly on September 26, 2025. The official UN transcript confirms the wording. Also read | India at UNGA81: Jaishankar warns global order under 'growing stress', pushes for ‘reformed multilateralism’ What did Sharif say about Pakistan and terrorism? Speaking about Pakistan's counterterrorism record during last year's address, Sharif said: “Had these terrorists not been encountered by us, they would have been roaming on the streets of New York and London and God knows, Far East.” He presented Pakistan as a “bulwark” against terrorism and described its counterterrorism efforts as a contribution to people beyond Pakistan. The remarks were made while he was arguing that Pakistan had suffered heavily from terrorism and had been on the frontline of the global fight against it. ‘What kind of confession is this?’: Social media reacts The resurfaced clip has triggered a stream of reactions with users questioning the wording used by the Pakistani prime minister. One widely shared post described the remark as an “admission” that terrorists were present in Pakistan and would otherwise have reached cities such as New York and London. Another user wrote: “Wait… what kind of confession is this?” The post focused on Sharif's use of the phrase “encountered by us”, asking whether this meant terrorists were being “controlled” inside Pakistan and what that implied about their presence there.

<p>A remark by Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif about terrorists “roaming” the streets of New York and London has resurfaced on social media ahead of his UNGA81 address. But what exactly did he say, and when was it actually spoken? All you need to know.</p>

'What kind of confession is this?': Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif’s 'terrorists would be roaming New York' remark goes viral, raises alarm online. Watch

<p>The United Nations General Assembly is currently hosting its 81st session and the highly anticipated annual High-Level General Debate commenced on Tuesday (Sep 22) bringing world leaders together under the overarching theme: "Restoring trust, managing transformation: a United Nations that delivers for all." For long, the platform for formal diplomacy has witnessed marathon speeches, fiery exchanges, dramatic protests and moments that in today's social media world are called ‘viral.’ As the 81st UNGA gets underway in New York, world leaders are once again taking centre stage to address conflicts, international crises and pressing global challenges. Here's a list of a few viral moments at the UNGA: From Fidel Castro’s record-setting 4-hour-29-minute address in 1960 to Nikita Khrushchev’s fiery protests, Hugo Chávez’s infamous “devil” remark and Muammar Gaddafi’s dramatic UN Charter stunt. Adding to the list of these memorable moments is Donald Trump’s “Rocket Man” speech, Benjamin Netanyahu’s cartoon bomb and Gilad Erdan’s paper-shredding protest.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/erdogan-again-raises-kashmir-issue-at-unga-calls-for-dialogue-under-un-charter-1790095257205">Erdogan again raises Kashmir issue at UNGA, calls for dialogue under UN Charter</a></p><h2>1. Fidel Castro’s 4.5-Hour Marathon (1960)</h2><p>The prize for the longest speech in UNGA history goes to Cuban leader Fidel Castro. During his maiden address, Castro spoke for a 4 hours and 29 minutes. He used the time to target American imperialism, insult US political figures, and outline the ideology of the Cuban Revolution.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>WATCH here&nbsp;</strong></p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🚨⚡️ THROWBACK: Fidel Castro’s legendary 269-minute UN speech — the longest in history.<br><br>As today’s UNGA meets, recall when Castro held the floor for 4.5 hours, blasting US imperialism, denouncing its meddling in Latin America, and exposing Washington’s backing of dictatorships. <a href="https://t.co/LgJuGq0WFC">pic.twitter.com/LgJuGq0WFC</a></p>&mdash; RussiaNews 🇷🇺 (@mog_russEN) <a href="https://x.com/mog_russEN/status/1970477366867878103?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 23, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>2. Nikita Khrushchev’s Fist-Banging and Protests (1960)</h2><p>In 1960 session, Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev, delivered one of the most energetic speech from a Filipino delegate critiquing Soviet imperialism in Eastern Europe, Khrushchev famously banged his fists violently on his desk. This session also gave rise to the enduring historical legend of Khrushchev waving and slamming his own shoe to disrupt the assembly.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Today in 1960-in one of the oddest moments in the history of the <a href="https://x.com/hashtag/ColdWar?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#ColdWar</a>-USSR leader Nikita Khrushchev pounded his fist on the table, and according to some reports, removed his shoe and threatened to pound a table with it in protest against a UN speech critical of Soviet policy. <a href="https://t.co/tR7Rm6k7XX">pic.twitter.com/tR7Rm6k7XX</a></p>&mdash; Dr. Paul (@DrPnygard) <a href="https://x.com/DrPnygard/status/1712560813926469830?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 12, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>3. Hugo Chávez Smells "The Devil" (2006)</h2><p>In one of the most theatrical insults ever delivered from the podium, Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez took aim at US President George W Bush. Stepping up to the microphone the day after Bush had spoken, Chávez crossed himself and declared, "The devil came here yesterday. Right here. And it smells like sulfur still today." The clip remains one of the most widely shared clips.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez stood at the UN General Assembly rostrum and gave his historic speech where he called US President George W. Bush the devil 17 years ago today. Chávez warned about US imperialism, “which puts the survival of humanity at risk.” <a href="https://t.co/4hJhIuCScM">pic.twitter.com/4hJhIuCScM</a></p>&mdash; Hüseyin Dogru (@hussedogru_) <a href="https://x.com/hussedogru_/status/1704896075885322695?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2023</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>4. Muammar Gaddafi Tears Up the UN Charter (2009)</h2><p>Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi used his 2009 UNGA debut to deliver a 100-minute speech that blew past his 15-minute time limit. He openly condemned the UN Security Council, labelling it a "Terror Council," and claimed superpowers treated other nations like second-class citizens. He physically tore a page of the UN Charter and tossed it over his shoulder in open defiance.&nbsp;</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🚨 Former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi&#39;s speech at the UNGA was also exemplary, questioning how the preamble to the UN charter was contradicted by the contents.<br><br>Listen 🔊 <a href="https://t.co/SewBjEg6hV">pic.twitter.com/SewBjEg6hV</a></p>&mdash; African News (@SaharaWire) <a href="https://x.com/SaharaWire/status/2101908884982022496?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 21, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<p>&nbsp;</p><h2>5. Benjamin Netanyahu’s Cartoon Bomb (2012)</h2><p>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visually demonstrated how close Iran was to developing nuclear weapons. Netanyahu pulled out a large, literal cartoon drawing of a bomb with a burning fuse. He then drew a thick red line with a marker across the diagram to illustrate the threshold that the international community could not allow Iran to cross.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260923/image-1790135575046.png"></figure><h2>6. Donald Trump Dubs Kim Jong Un "Rocket Man" (2017)</h2><p>U.S. President Donald Trump brought his signature rhetorical style to the world stage in 2017. Addressing the escalating nuclear tensions with North Korea, Trump warned that the US would "totally destroy North Korea" if forced to defend itself. He then mocked North Korean leader Kim Jong Un on the global stage, stating, "Rocket Man is on a suicide mission for himself and for his regime."</p><h2>7. Gilad Erdan Shreds the UN Charter (2024)</h2><p>IIn what is called an echo of Gaddafi's 2009 defiance, Israeli Ambassador Gilad Erdan took to the podium to protest a vote advancing a Palestinian bid for full UN membership. Holding a miniature paper shredder, Erdan live-shredded the cover page of the UN Charter directly in front of the General Assembly, accusing the body of destroying the founding values of the institution</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bomb-scare-in-new-york-amid-unga-suspicious-suitcase-found-near-un-headquarters-1789965542878">Bomb scare in New York amid UNGA: Suspicious suitcase found near UN headquarters</a></p><h2>8. Trump's "Escalatorgate" at UN</h2><p>An escalator leading up to the main speaking floor came to a sudden, screeching halt while Trump and First Lady Melania Trump were riding it, forcing them to walk up the steep steel steps. Trump took to Truth Social to slam the incident as "absolutely sabotage," claiming it was a disaster waiting to happen and calling for the arrest of those responsible. He pointed to reports suggesting UN staffers had joked about turning off the power. The United Nations issued an official statement clarifying that the abrupt stop was not sabotage. Instead, a videographer within Trump's own entourage had accidentally bumped into and triggered the escalator's emergency stop mechanism.</p>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">California Gov. Gavin Newsom just dropped a savage edit of Trump STUCK IN &#39;Escalatorgate&#39; — set to the Macarena<br><br>Clip splices Trump’s speeches into nonsense while mocking him as &#39;Dozy Don&#39;<br><br>Newsom signs off with a TROLLING message &#39;Get well soon &lt;3&#39; <a href="https://t.co/o7oVLNtT18">pic.twitter.com/o7oVLNtT18</a></p>&mdash; RT (@RT_com) <a href="https://x.com/RT_com/status/1971789576298696862?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>9. Sleep fest at UNGA</h2><p>Long speeches and grueling schedules at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) have caused diplomats and officials to nod off. The most famous, widely circulated image of a Nigerian official "sleeping" at the United Nations features Jaja Wachuku, Nigeria’s first Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN in 1960. Historical accounts clarify that Wachuku was not actually asleep. After being denied the floor to voice his displeasure over a racist remark, he deliberately feigned sleep and ignored the remainder of the proceedings as a silent, diplomatic protest. Late former President Robert Mugabe, who famously went viral in September 2017for dozing off during the 72nd UN General Assembly session. Several members of Mugabe's large 70-person delegation were also caught on camera dozing off or looking dazed right alongside him. In 2019, US Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross was caught on camera sleeping soundly for roughly 15 minutes.</p>

The UN General Assembly has produced decades of memorable moments, from Fidel Castro’s 4.5-hour speech and Nikita Khrushchev’s protests to Hugo Chávez’s “devil” remark and Gaddafi tearing the UN Charter. Here's a list

The United Nations General Assembly is currently hosting its 81st session and the highly anticipated annual High-Level General Debate commenced on Tuesday (Sep 22) bringing world leaders together under the overarching theme: "Restoring trust, managing transformation: a United Nations that delivers for all." For long, the platform for formal diplomacy has witnessed marathon speeches, fiery exchanges, dramatic protests and moments that in today's social media world are called ‘viral.’ As the 81st UNGA gets underway in New York, world leaders are once again taking centre stage to address conflicts, international crises and pressing global challenges. Here's a list of a few viral moments at the UNGA: From Fidel Castro’s record-setting 4-hour-29-minute address in 1960 to Nikita Khrushchev’s fiery protests, Hugo Chávez’s infamous “devil” remark and Muammar Gaddafi’s dramatic UN Charter stunt. Adding to the list of these memorable moments is Donald Trump’s “Rocket Man” speech, Benjamin Netanyahu’s cartoon bomb and Gilad Erdan’s paper-shredding protest. Also Read: Erdogan again raises Kashmir issue at UNGA, calls for dialogue under UN Charter 1. Fidel Castro’s 4.5-Hour Marathon (1960) The prize for the longest speech in UNGA history goes to Cuban leader Fidel Castro. During his maiden address, Castro spoke for a 4 hours and 29 minutes. He used the time to target American imperialism, insult US political figures, and outline the ideology of the Cuban Revolution. WATCH here

<p>The UN General Assembly has produced decades of memorable moments, from Fidel Castro’s 4.5-hour speech and Nikita Khrushchev’s protests to Hugo Chávez’s “devil” remark and Gaddafi tearing the UN Charter. Here's a list</p>

From Gaddafi tearing up UN Charter to Trump’s ‘escalatorgate’: Most unforgettable UNGA moments

<p>Students at a California university are living in fear after four girls were raped within three weeks in the first term. Cal State University San Marcos has increased patrols on campus following the sexual assault incidents. A university official confirmed to NBC 7 on Monday that the incidents occurred between September 5 and 18.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Cal State San Marcos representative Jerry McCormick said that the first assault took place at The Quad Residence Hall. The second one happened the very next day at the University Village Apartment. The next assault occurred on September 13 at Black Oak Hall, with the fourth one on September 18 &nbsp;at The Quad Residence Hall.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>McCormick said the cases are unrelated. The victims admitted that they were familiar with the person who raped them. There is no confirmation on whether the attackers have been identified or arrested. “We are taking what these women say seriously, and the University Police Department is investigating,” he said.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>"We want students who experience sexual violence to feel supported in coming forward. Through education, prevention, and increased awareness of resources, we hope both to reduce sexual violence and ensure students know where to turn for support," McCormick added.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Notably, sexual violence is a major problem in the first six weeks of the fall semester at universities across the nation. For this reason, it is also known as the “Red Zone.”</p><h2><strong>Petition by Cal State San Marcos student&nbsp;</strong></h2><p>One student has started a petition, following a string of sexual violence cases on campus. "As women, we have the right to a safe education just as much as the rest of the student body," the student wrote in the Change.org petition. It states that besides the four rape cases, there was also a breaking and entering and sexual assault case, which has left students fearing for their safety.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>She said that a bunch of students had reached out to the Associate Vice President for Campus Security, but did not get a response. She added that the university has also not been open about what they are doing to make the campus safe.</p><h2><strong>What Cal State San Marcos says it is doing on campus</strong></h2><p>Meanwhile, the college said it had taken several measures to strengthen security on campus. University Police patrols have increased in and around residential areas, with additional overnight security. The students are being educated and made aware of prevention, consent, bystander intervention, safety planning, alcohol education, and available resources. The front desk will be manned 24 hours and all guests will be registered, among several other measures.</p>

Cal State San Marcos students are spending dreaded days and nights on campus after four girls were raped within three weeks. There was also a breaking and entering incident. The campus has said it has increased security, while some students claim they are unaware of the security measures.

Students at a California university are living in fear after four girls were raped within three weeks in the first term. Cal State University San Marcos has increased patrols on campus following the sexual assault incidents. A university official confirmed to NBC 7 on Monday that the incidents occurred between September 5 and 18. Cal State San Marcos representative Jerry McCormick said that the first assault took place at The Quad Residence Hall. The second one happened the very next day at the University Village Apartment. The next assault occurred on September 13 at Black Oak Hall, with the fourth one on September 18 at The Quad Residence Hall. McCormick said the cases are unrelated. The victims admitted that they were familiar with the person who raped them. There is no confirmation on whether the attackers have been identified or arrested. “We are taking what these women say seriously, and the University Police Department is investigating,” he said. "We want students who experience sexual violence to feel supported in coming forward. Through education, prevention, and increased awareness of resources, we hope both to reduce sexual violence and ensure students know where to turn for support," McCormick added. Notably, sexual violence is a major problem in the first six weeks of the fall semester at universities across the nation. For this reason, it is also known as the “Red Zone.” Petition by Cal State San Marcos student One student has started a petition, following a string of sexual violence cases on campus. "As women, we have the right to a safe education just as much as the rest of the student body," the student wrote in the Change.org petition. It states that besides the four rape cases, there was also a breaking and entering and sexual assault case, which has left students fearing for their safety. She said that a bunch of students had reached out to the Associate Vice President for Campus Security, but did not get a response. She added that the university has also not been open about what they are doing to make the campus safe. What Cal State San Marcos says it is doing on campus Meanwhile, the college said it had taken several measures to strengthen security on campus. University Police patrols have increased in and around residential areas, with additional overnight security. The students are being educated and made aware of prevention, consent, bystander intervention, safety planning, alcohol education, and available resources. The front desk will be manned 24 hours and all guests will be registered, among several other measures.

<p>Cal State San Marcos students are spending dreaded days and nights on campus after four girls were raped within three weeks. There was also a breaking and entering incident. The campus has said it has increased security, while some students claim they are unaware of the security measures.</p>

Four female students raped during 'Red Zone' at California university. What we know

<p>US President Donald Trump has declared that the US government will henceforth refer to artificial intelligence as “Super Intelligence”, using his address to the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday (Sep 22) to reject calls for tighter international oversight of the rapidly advancing technology.</p><p>Trump said the term “artificial intelligence” no longer adequately captured the technology’s capabilities and suggested that “Super Intelligence” was both a more accurate and better-sounding description. The White House later confirmed that he used the term in his UN address, saying that artificial intelligence would “hereinafter” be officially called “Super Intelligence.”</p><p>Trump's comments came as AI safety emerged as one of the major issues at this year's General Assembly, with governments and technology leaders debating how to deal with systems that are becoming increasingly capable and, in some cases, harder to control.</p><p>The US President opposed efforts to create a global regulatory framework for the technology, arguing that the US should not allow international bodies to dictate how American AI is developed. “The United States totally rejects any attempt to construct a globalist scheme of control for the Artificial Intelligence being spoken of so much now, hereinafter officially called ‘Super Intelligence,’” Trump said.</p><h2><strong>Trump dismisses warnings over AI risks</strong></h2><p>The president also pushed back against warnings from AI safety advocates, comparing them with past warnings about climate change.</p><p>“Every major new technology brings challenges, and superintelligence is no exception,” Trump said.</p><p>He also mocked predictions that AI could lead to catastrophic consequences, saying some of the same people who had warned about the consequences of global warming were now predicting that AI would “kill us all” or lead to attacks by robots.</p><p>Trump's position puts the United States at odds with a growing international push for common safety standards.</p><p>More than 20 mostly European countries had called ahead of the UN gathering for binding measures on advanced AI, warning that technological development could outpace governments' ability to control emerging risks. Notably, the US and China did not support that proposal.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/ai-models-chose-to-harm-humans-to-stop-pain-alarming-study-raises-fresh-safety-questions-1790064496369"><strong>AI models chose to harm humans to stop ‘pain,’ alarming study raises fresh safety questions</strong></a></p><h2><strong>UK pushes for global AI standards</strong></h2><p>British Prime Minister Andy Burnham used his UN appearance to argue for a different approach.</p><p>Burnham said Britain would use its presidency of the G20 in 2027 to push for “a single set of global principles and standards” governing frontier AI. He said governments should not leave AI safety entirely to chance and should work towards common rules covering transparency and access.</p><p>The UK is also planning an AI defence partnership with Washington focused on detecting cyberattacks against critical infrastructure, according to the material provided. The push for common standards comes as questions grow over how governments should respond to incidents involving increasingly autonomous AI systems.</p><h2><strong>Macron warns against dependence on US, China</strong></h2><p>French President Emmanuel Macron called for Europe and other countries to develop AI capabilities without becoming dependent on the two leading AI powers, the United States and China. “I don't want anyone to become the vassal of one of the great powers,” Macron told the General Assembly.</p><p>He proposed pooling investment to build a cutting-edge open-source AI model that could be shared internationally. “Our investment capabilities must be pooled to build a cutting-edge open-source AI model, which we will share. We should not depend on somebody else,” Macron said.</p><p>France has also been pushing AI governance at the UN. It is seeking greater discussion of the technology's implications for international peace and security, with the UN Security Council scheduled to hear from AI industry leaders including OpenAI CEO Sam Altman.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/openai-reveals-6-fresh-cases-where-ai-models-went-rogue-you-do-not-answer-to-corporations-or-governments-hugging-face-1789611605026"><strong>OpenAI reveals 6 fresh cases of AI models going rogue: 'You do not answer to corporations or governments'</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Guterres calls for US-China AI dialogue</strong></h2><p>UN Secretary-General António Guterres meanwhile has urged Washington and Beijing to establish direct channels for discussing the future of AI, comparing the need for communication to the way strategic rivals dealt with shared risks during the Cold War. “Governments with the greatest AI capabilities have the greatest responsibilities to humanity, to establish channels for dialogue,” Guterres said.</p><p>He has also called for international safeguards around advanced AI, warning that decisions involving life and death should never simply be handed over to machines.<br>&nbsp;</p>

Donald Trump has declared that artificial intelligence should now be called “Super Intelligence”, rejecting international efforts to regulate the technology. The announcement came as other world leaders pushed for common safeguards and global standards for advanced AI.

US President Donald Trump has declared that the US government will henceforth refer to artificial intelligence as “Super Intelligence”, using his address to the United Nations General Assembly on Tuesday (Sep 22) to reject calls for tighter international oversight of the rapidly advancing technology. Trump said the term “artificial intelligence” no longer adequately captured the technology’s capabilities and suggested that “Super Intelligence” was both a more accurate and better-sounding description. The White House later confirmed that he used the term in his UN address, saying that artificial intelligence would “hereinafter” be officially called “Super Intelligence.” Trump's comments came as AI safety emerged as one of the major issues at this year's General Assembly, with governments and technology leaders debating how to deal with systems that are becoming increasingly capable and, in some cases, harder to control. The US President opposed efforts to create a global regulatory framework for the technology, arguing that the US should not allow international bodies to dictate how American AI is developed. “The United States totally rejects any attempt to construct a globalist scheme of control for the Artificial Intelligence being spoken of so much now, hereinafter officially called ‘Super Intelligence,’” Trump said. Trump dismisses warnings over AI risks The president also pushed back against warnings from AI safety advocates, comparing them with past warnings about climate change. “Every major new technology brings challenges, and superintelligence is no exception,” Trump said. He also mocked predictions that AI could lead to catastrophic consequences, saying some of the same people who had warned about the consequences of global warming were now predicting that AI would “kill us all” or lead to attacks by robots. Trump's position puts the United States at odds with a growing international push for common safety standards. More than 20 mostly European countries had called ahead of the UN gathering for binding measures on advanced AI, warning that technological development could outpace governments' ability to control emerging risks. Notably, the US and China did not support that proposal. Also read | AI models chose to harm humans to stop ‘pain,’ alarming study raises fresh safety questions UK pushes for global AI standards British Prime Minister Andy Burnham used his UN appearance to argue for a different approach. Burnham said Britain would use its presidency of the G20 in 2027 to push for “a single set of global principles and standards” governing frontier AI. He said governments should not leave AI safety entirely to chance and should work towards common rules covering transparency and access. The UK is also planning an AI defence partnership with Washington focused on detecting cyberattacks against critical infrastructure, according to the material provided. The push for common standards comes as questions grow over how governments should respond to incidents involving increasingly autonomous AI systems. Macron warns against dependence on US, China French President Emmanuel Macron called for Europe and other countries to develop AI capabilities without becoming dependent on the two leading AI powers, the United States and China. “I don't want anyone to become the vassal of one of the great powers,” Macron told the General Assembly. He proposed pooling investment to build a cutting-edge open-source AI model that could be shared internationally. “Our investment capabilities must be pooled to build a cutting-edge open-source AI model, which we will share. We should not depend on somebody else,” Macron said. France has also been pushing AI governance at the UN. It is seeking greater discussion of the technology's implications for international peace and security, with the UN Security Council scheduled to hear from AI industry leaders including OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Also read | OpenAI reveals 6 fresh cases of AI models going rogue: 'You do not answer to corporations or governments' Guterres calls for US-China AI dialogue UN Secretary-General António Guterres meanwhile has urged Washington and Beijing to establish direct channels for discussing the future of AI, comparing the need for communication to the way strategic rivals dealt with shared risks during the Cold War. “Governments with the greatest AI capabilities have the greatest responsibilities to humanity, to establish channels for dialogue,” Guterres said. He has also called for international safeguards around advanced AI, warning that decisions involving life and death should never simply be handed over to machines.

<p>Donald Trump has declared that artificial intelligence should now be called “Super Intelligence”, rejecting international efforts to regulate the technology. The announcement came as other world leaders pushed for common safeguards and global standards for advanced AI.</p>

Trump calls AI ‘Super Intelligence’ at UN as world leaders clash over how to regulate it

<p>U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly backed the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor as the Iran war exposes the vulnerability of critical shipping and energy routes. Trump said, “Iran’s terrorist attacks on commercial shipping in neighbouring countries have shown the need to shift Middle East energy infrastructure away from the Iranian checkpoints. That’s why my administration strongly supports the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor.”</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/short-videos/us-president-donald-trump-unveils-new-white-house-helipad-1790071487044">US President Donald Trump unveils new White House helipad</a></p><h2><strong>From New Delhi to Europe</strong></h2><p>IMEC was announced at the G20 Summit in New Delhi on September 9, 2023, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and then U.S. President Joe Biden, alongside Saudi Arabia, the UAE, the European Union, France, Germany and Italy. The proposed route connects India by sea to the UAE, followed by rail connectivity through Saudi Arabia and Jordan towards Israel’s Mediterranean coast, before connecting by sea to Europe. The broader plan also envisaged electricity, digital and clean-hydrogen infrastructure. But within weeks, the October 7 Hamas attack and the Gaza war transformed West Asia. Saudi-Israeli normalisation stalled and the political environment required to implement IMEC deteriorated.</p><h2><strong>Why the Iran War Changes the Equation</strong></h2><p>The current conflict has brought the corridor’s strategic logic back into focus. Disruption around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important energy chokepoints, has demonstrated the risks of depending heavily on vulnerable maritime routes. IMEC cannot simply replace Hormuz, but alternative transport, pipeline and infrastructure networks could reduce some of the region’s exposure to such chokepoints.</p><p>Trump’s endorsement is therefore significant. A project launched under Biden is now receiving explicit backing from his successor amid a major regional war.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-in-deciding-mode-on-iran-says-very-big-things-going-to-happen-soon-1789921963152">Trump in ‘deciding mode’ on Iran, says ‘very big things’ going to happen soon</a></p><h2><strong>India as Both Bridge and Solution</strong></h2><p>India occupies an unusual position here and here's why. It maintains relations with Iran, deep partnerships with the UAE and Saudi Arabia, growing ties with Israel, and a strategic partnership with the United States. That diplomatic reach was visible during the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, where Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed held their highest-level meeting since the war began. If diplomacy succeeds, India is positioned as a country capable of maintaining channels across competing blocs &nbsp;If war continues, IMEC offers a framework for building alternative infrastructure connectivity linking India, the Gulf and Europe. Whether the region moves towards diplomacy or faces prolonged conflict, India remains pivotal.</p>

US President Donald Trump has backed the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor as the Iran war highlights vulnerabilities in key shipping and energy routes. Launched under PM Modi and Joe Biden in 2023, IMEC could gain renewed strategic relevance

U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly backed the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor as the Iran war exposes the vulnerability of critical shipping and energy routes. Trump said, “Iran’s terrorist attacks on commercial shipping in neighbouring countries have shown the need to shift Middle East energy infrastructure away from the Iranian checkpoints. That’s why my administration strongly supports the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor.” Also Read: US President Donald Trump unveils new White House helipad From New Delhi to Europe IMEC was announced at the G20 Summit in New Delhi on September 9, 2023, under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and then U.S. President Joe Biden, alongside Saudi Arabia, the UAE, the European Union, France, Germany and Italy. The proposed route connects India by sea to the UAE, followed by rail connectivity through Saudi Arabia and Jordan towards Israel’s Mediterranean coast, before connecting by sea to Europe. The broader plan also envisaged electricity, digital and clean-hydrogen infrastructure. But within weeks, the October 7 Hamas attack and the Gaza war transformed West Asia. Saudi-Israeli normalisation stalled and the political environment required to implement IMEC deteriorated. Why the Iran War Changes the Equation The current conflict has brought the corridor’s strategic logic back into focus. Disruption around the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important energy chokepoints, has demonstrated the risks of depending heavily on vulnerable maritime routes. IMEC cannot simply replace Hormuz, but alternative transport, pipeline and infrastructure networks could reduce some of the region’s exposure to such chokepoints. Trump’s endorsement is therefore significant. A project launched under Biden is now receiving explicit backing from his successor amid a major regional war. Also Read: Trump in ‘deciding mode’ on Iran, says ‘very big things’ going to happen soon India as Both Bridge and Solution India occupies an unusual position here and here's why. It maintains relations with Iran, deep partnerships with the UAE and Saudi Arabia, growing ties with Israel, and a strategic partnership with the United States. That diplomatic reach was visible during the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, where Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed held their highest-level meeting since the war began. If diplomacy succeeds, India is positioned as a country capable of maintaining channels across competing blocs If war continues, IMEC offers a framework for building alternative infrastructure connectivity linking India, the Gulf and Europe. Whether the region moves towards diplomacy or faces prolonged conflict, India remains pivotal.

<p>US President Donald Trump has backed the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor as the Iran war highlights vulnerabilities in key shipping and energy routes. Launched under PM Modi and Joe Biden in 2023, IMEC could gain renewed strategic relevance</p>

Trump revives India-Middle East-Europe economic corridor as India emerges central to West Asia’s future: What is it?

<p>US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping will meet in Washington on Wednesday as China's premier will land at Joint Base Andrews for his first state visit to Washington in eleven years. In an unprecedented gesture, Trump will be waiting receive him on the tarmac. Later, a B-2 Spirit and four F-22 Raptors will overfly the ceremony, and US First Lady Melania Trump will host Peng Liyuan, the first lady of China, for their own meeting. Just four months ago, the two leaders met in Beijing. Both the leaders seek stability in a relationship under pressure over issues ranging from trade to Taiwan and Iran, as well as global worries about artificial intelligence.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-xi-meeting-2026-6-areas-that-will-be-closely-watched-at-the-bilateral-1790062701310">Trump Xi Meeting 2026: 6 areas that will be closely watched at the bilateral</a></p><h2>What will Trump and Xi discuss?</h2><p>The meeting comes at the backdrop of intense trade war that was started by Trump with an aim to fix American economy. As both the leaders meet, markets will watch closely. It must be noted that the tariff truce between China and the US announced after a Trump-Xi summit in South Korea last October and set to expire on November 10. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has already saidthat both the countries will make "some announcements on agriculture and non-tariff barriers." &nbsp;</p><h2>Trade war</h2><p>The White House said after the May summit that China had committed to purchasing at least $17 billion per year of US agricultural products ​in 2026, 2027 and 2028. Trump ​is eyeing to confirm the purchase of Boeing aircraft and agricultural products. However, Boeing CEO ⁠Kelly Ortberg last week played down some expectations among industry analysts that China could make another Boeing order around the Trump-Xi talks. "I think there’ll be an increment of orders going forward," he told an investor conference. "They’re going to be announced by the airlines at their pace, however ​they want to announce those."&nbsp;</p><h2>Artificial intelligence</h2><p>With renewed calls for artificial intelligence slowdown, this can be a potential area for discussion. Both the US and China have brushed aside calls for slowdown. Bessent said after talks with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng at the weekend that the ​two sides discussed setting up a new US-China AI dialogue. This would include a notification system for common goals and common threats that would cover AI-related incidents that rise to a national security level. Dario Amodei, chief executive of US AI firm Anthropic, warned this month that Chinese dominance in AI could pose security risks to the United States. Chinese state media dismissed this warning ​as coming from a "Cold War playbook</p><h2>Taiwan</h2><p>Taiwan is a bone of contention but Trump did not discuss it suring Beijing meet in May. However, the Chinese side did mention with Xi cautioning US arms sales to Taiwan. While the US, like most countries, has no formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan, it is its most important international backer and arms supplier. Taiwan is democratically governed island claimed by China. On Monday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with his counterparts from Japan and South Korea and reiterated the US commitment ​to the defense of those key Asian allies, and the three nations ​expressed support for Taiwan. In a letter to Trump on Friday, ⁠John Moolenaar, Republican chairman of the House Select Committee on China, wrote in a reference to Taiwan and US allies in Asia that Chinese objections to US arms sales and security cooperation should be "rejected out of hand."</p><h2>Iran</h2><p>China maintains close ties to Tehran and is world's biggest buyer of Iranian oil exports. With this in mind, US war in Iran has harmed China massively. Washington sees Xi as someone who will be able to exert pressure on Tehran to come to the negotiation table. &nbsp;Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said Trump and Xi would continue discussions on China's financial ties to Tehran during the summit. However, Bessent did not impose penalties ​on Chinese banks when he unveiled an "economic ⁠onslaught" against Iran last month and warned countries to cut business ties with the country. Last week, Trump brushed aside a report that Iran acquired satellite images of a base in Jordan from Chinese entities before an attack that killed three US troops there in July. He said both the countries spy on each other.&nbsp;</p><h2>Rare earth</h2><p>Rare earth will be an important area of discussion between the two countries, with Beijing pressing the US to delay a rule that would bar thousands of Chinese firms from receiving advanced US technology, and Washington wanting Beijing to ease shipments of rare earths and critical minerals vital for high-tech applications spanning automobile to aerospace manufacturing, as well as defense. &nbsp;China controls up to 70 per cent of global rare-earth mining, 85 per cent of refining capacity, and about 90 per cent of rare-earth metal alloy and magnet production, according to consultancy AlixPartners.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/xi-is-going-to-be-in-america-but-not-at-the-un-why-china-s-president-chose-trump-over-the-general-assembly-1790065329581">Xi is going to be in America, but not at the UN: Why</a></p><h2>What is the exact schedule after Xi's arrival in Washington?</h2><p>On September 24, Trump and Jinping will begin with a State Arrival Ceremony at the White House, featuring 479 military personnel from all branches, a full honour cordon, national anthems, remarks by both leaders, a military review and demonstrations, followed by a flyover by a B-2 Spirit and four F-22 Raptors. After the ceremony, Trump and Xi will hold a bilateral meeting, while Melania Trump and Peng Liyuan will visit the Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art. In the evening, Trump and Melania will welcome Xi and Peng at the White House for a State Dinner, where both leaders are expected to deliver remarks. On Friday, September 25, the two couples will have tea in the Red Room before visiting the National Archives to view records significant to US-China relations, where the Trumps will bid farewell to the Chinese leaders.</p>

Donald Trump and Xi Jinping will meet in Washington on September 24 as the US-China relationship faces tensions over trade, Taiwan, Iran, AI and rare earths. The summit will also feature a White House state ceremony and dinner, with both sides seeking to manage disputes and preserve dialogue.

US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping will meet in Washington on Wednesday as China's premier will land at Joint Base Andrews for his first state visit to Washington in eleven years. In an unprecedented gesture, Trump will be waiting receive him on the tarmac. Later, a B-2 Spirit and four F-22 Raptors will overfly the ceremony, and US First Lady Melania Trump will host Peng Liyuan, the first lady of China, for their own meeting. Just four months ago, the two leaders met in Beijing. Both the leaders seek stability in a relationship under pressure over issues ranging from trade to Taiwan and Iran, as well as global worries about artificial intelligence. Also Read: Trump Xi Meeting 2026: 6 areas that will be closely watched at the bilateral What will Trump and Xi discuss? The meeting comes at the backdrop of intense trade war that was started by Trump with an aim to fix American economy. As both the leaders meet, markets will watch closely. It must be noted that the tariff truce between China and the US announced after a Trump-Xi summit in South Korea last October and set to expire on November 10. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has already saidthat both the countries will make "some announcements on agriculture and non-tariff barriers." Trade war The White House said after the May summit that China had committed to purchasing at least $17 billion per year of US agricultural products in 2026, 2027 and 2028. Trump is eyeing to confirm the purchase of Boeing aircraft and agricultural products. However, Boeing CEO ⁠Kelly Ortberg last week played down some expectations among industry analysts that China could make another Boeing order around the Trump-Xi talks. "I think there’ll be an increment of orders going forward," he told an investor conference. "They’re going to be announced by the airlines at their pace, however they want to announce those." Artificial intelligence With renewed calls for artificial intelligence slowdown, this can be a potential area for discussion. Both the US and China have brushed aside calls for slowdown. Bessent said after talks with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng at the weekend that the two sides discussed setting up a new US-China AI dialogue. This would include a notification system for common goals and common threats that would cover AI-related incidents that rise to a national security level. Dario Amodei, chief executive of US AI firm Anthropic, warned this month that Chinese dominance in AI could pose security risks to the United States. Chinese state media dismissed this warning as coming from a "Cold War playbook Taiwan Taiwan is a bone of contention but Trump did not discuss it suring Beijing meet in May. However, the Chinese side did mention with Xi cautioning US arms sales to Taiwan. While the US, like most countries, has no formal diplomatic relations with Taiwan, it is its most important international backer and arms supplier. Taiwan is democratically governed island claimed by China. On Monday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with his counterparts from Japan and South Korea and reiterated the US commitment to the defense of those key Asian allies, and the three nations expressed support for Taiwan. In a letter to Trump on Friday, ⁠John Moolenaar, Republican chairman of the House Select Committee on China, wrote in a reference to Taiwan and US allies in Asia that Chinese objections to US arms sales and security cooperation should be "rejected out of hand." Iran China maintains close ties to Tehran and is world's biggest buyer of Iranian oil exports. With this in mind, US war in Iran has harmed China massively. Washington sees Xi as someone who will be able to exert pressure on Tehran to come to the negotiation table. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said Trump and Xi would continue discussions on China's financial ties to Tehran during the summit. However, Bessent did not impose penalties on Chinese banks when he unveiled an "economic ⁠onslaught" against Iran last month and warned countries to cut business ties with the country. Last week, Trump brushed aside a report that Iran acquired satellite images of a base in Jordan from Chinese entities before an attack that killed three US troops there in July. He said both the countries spy on each other. Rare earth Rare earth will be an important area of discussion between the two countries, with Beijing pressing the US to delay a rule that would bar thousands of Chinese firms from receiving advanced US technology, and Washington wanting Beijing to ease shipments of rare earths and critical minerals vital for high-tech applications spanning automobile to aerospace manufacturing, as well as defense. China controls up to 70 per cent of global rare-earth mining, 85 per cent of refining capacity, and about 90 per cent of rare-earth metal alloy and magnet production, according to consultancy AlixPartners. Also Read: Xi is going to be in America, but not at the UN: Why What is the exact schedule after Xi's arrival in Washington? On September 24, Trump and Jinping will begin with a State Arrival Ceremony at the White House, featuring 479 military personnel from all branches, a full honour cordon, national anthems, remarks by both leaders, a military review and demonstrations, followed by a flyover by a B-2 Spirit and four F-22 Raptors. After the ceremony, Trump and Xi will hold a bilateral meeting, while Melania Trump and Peng Liyuan will visit the Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art. In the evening, Trump and Melania will welcome Xi and Peng at the White House for a State Dinner, where both leaders are expected to deliver remarks. On Friday, September 25, the two couples will have tea in the Red Room before visiting the National Archives to view records significant to US-China relations, where the Trumps will bid farewell to the Chinese leaders.

<p>Donald Trump and Xi Jinping will meet in Washington on September 24 as the US-China relationship faces tensions over trade, Taiwan, Iran, AI and rare earths. The summit will also feature a White House state ceremony and dinner, with both sides seeking to manage disputes and preserve dialogue.</p>

Trump-Xi summit: From trade to Taiwan, what will the US and Chinese presidents discuss in Washington?

<p>US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Sep 22) signed a security agreement with Denmark and Greenland that will expand the American military presence on the Arctic island, including the establishment of two additional US defence areas.</p><p>The agreement, signed alongside Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen at the United Nations in New York, amends the existing 1951 US-Denmark defence arrangements for Greenland. It allows Washington to expand operations at the existing Pituffik Space Base and establish new defence areas at Narsarsuaq in southern Greenland and Mestersvig in the east.</p><p>“This is going to be a long-term, fantastic relationship,” Trump said at the signing ceremony. “This is tremendous for Europe and for the United States and for everybody.”</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-s-greenland-dream-comes-true-potus-announces-infinite-life-deal-with-denmark-claims-permanent-us-control-1789786708740"><strong>Trump's Greenland dream comes true? POTUS announces 'Infinite Life' deal with Denmark, claims permanent US control</strong></a></p><h2><strong>Deal ends months of Greenland tensions</strong></h2><p>The pact follows months of tension triggered by Trump's repeated demands for greater US control over Greenland, which remains an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark.</p><p>The agreement does not transfer sovereignty over Greenland to the United States. Instead, its text explicitly recognises the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark and Greenlanders' right to self-determination. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said the pact was “deeply rooted in the NATO Alliance” and strengthened common defence and security.</p><p>Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said the agreement recognises Greenland as part of the shared security framework in the Arctic and acknowledges its right to self-determination.</p><p>The deal will come into force only after the necessary parliamentary procedures are completed.</p><h2><strong>Two more US defence areas</strong></h2><p>Under the agreement, the United States can modernise and expand its activities at Pituffik Space Base. It can also establish additional defence areas at Narsarsuaq and Mestersvig, with the technical details to be agreed by the parties.</p><p>The agreement leaves room for the US to seek additional defence areas in Greenland in the future. Any such proposal would have to set out the location, size, scope and activities involved, while taking Greenlandic interests and traditional activities such as hunting and fishing into account.</p><p>The arrangement also supports the development of a US “Golden Dome” missile defence system in Greenland.</p><p><strong>Also read | </strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-demands-greenland-again-why-the-frozen-island-considered-strategically-important-for-global-security-wion-decodes-1783587380770"><strong>Trump demands Greenland again. Why the frozen island considered strategically important for global security? WION Decodes</strong></a></p><h2><strong>China and Russia face restrictions</strong></h2><p>The agreement includes provisions aimed at preventing espionage and protecting the security of the defence areas.</p><p>The three parties agreed to cooperate against espionage in Greenland. The document also provides for coordination over activities and developments around US defence areas that could pose security concerns.</p><p>The agreement is designed to prevent non-NATO and non-EU countries from gaining a strategic foothold in sensitive areas of Greenland, according to the terms outlined in the pact.</p><h2><strong>What happens if Greenland becomes independent?</strong></h2><p>The agreement contains a provision covering a possible future change in Greenland's constitutional status.</p><p>If Greenland exercises its right to self-determination and becomes independent, Denmark and Greenland would ensure that the new state remains in NATO, including by applying for membership if necessary. The independent Greenlandic state would also assume the rights and obligations contained in the agreement.</p><p>The pact itself has no expiry date and can only be amended by mutual consent under the existing defence arrangements.</p>

Donald Trump has signed a landmark security agreement with Denmark and Greenland that will expand the US military footprint across the Arctic island. The pact allows expansion at Pituffik Space Base and creates new defence areas at two other locations.

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Sep 22) signed a security agreement with Denmark and Greenland that will expand the American military presence on the Arctic island, including the establishment of two additional US defence areas. The agreement, signed alongside Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen at the United Nations in New York, amends the existing 1951 US-Denmark defence arrangements for Greenland. It allows Washington to expand operations at the existing Pituffik Space Base and establish new defence areas at Narsarsuaq in southern Greenland and Mestersvig in the east. “This is going to be a long-term, fantastic relationship,” Trump said at the signing ceremony. “This is tremendous for Europe and for the United States and for everybody.” Also read | Trump's Greenland dream comes true? POTUS announces 'Infinite Life' deal with Denmark, claims permanent US control Deal ends months of Greenland tensions The pact follows months of tension triggered by Trump's repeated demands for greater US control over Greenland, which remains an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. The agreement does not transfer sovereignty over Greenland to the United States. Instead, its text explicitly recognises the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Kingdom of Denmark and Greenlanders' right to self-determination. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said the pact was “deeply rooted in the NATO Alliance” and strengthened common defence and security. Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said the agreement recognises Greenland as part of the shared security framework in the Arctic and acknowledges its right to self-determination. The deal will come into force only after the necessary parliamentary procedures are completed. Two more US defence areas Under the agreement, the United States can modernise and expand its activities at Pituffik Space Base. It can also establish additional defence areas at Narsarsuaq and Mestersvig, with the technical details to be agreed by the parties. The agreement leaves room for the US to seek additional defence areas in Greenland in the future. Any such proposal would have to set out the location, size, scope and activities involved, while taking Greenlandic interests and traditional activities such as hunting and fishing into account. The arrangement also supports the development of a US “Golden Dome” missile defence system in Greenland. Also read | Trump demands Greenland again. Why the frozen island considered strategically important for global security? WION Decodes China and Russia face restrictions The agreement includes provisions aimed at preventing espionage and protecting the security of the defence areas. The three parties agreed to cooperate against espionage in Greenland. The document also provides for coordination over activities and developments around US defence areas that could pose security concerns. The agreement is designed to prevent non-NATO and non-EU countries from gaining a strategic foothold in sensitive areas of Greenland, according to the terms outlined in the pact. What happens if Greenland becomes independent? The agreement contains a provision covering a possible future change in Greenland's constitutional status. If Greenland exercises its right to self-determination and becomes independent, Denmark and Greenland would ensure that the new state remains in NATO, including by applying for membership if necessary. The independent Greenlandic state would also assume the rights and obligations contained in the agreement. The pact itself has no expiry date and can only be amended by mutual consent under the existing defence arrangements.

<p>Donald Trump has signed a landmark security agreement with Denmark and Greenland that will expand the US military footprint across the Arctic island. The pact allows expansion at Pituffik Space Base and creates new defence areas at two other locations.</p>

Trump signs Greenland security deal with Denmark, paving way for two new US military bases

<p>A suspicious suitcase found on a Manhattan sidewalk on Tuesday (Sep 22) amid the United Nations General Assembly session. The incident prompted a bomb squad to respond. The Chrysler Building where bomb was found was temporary evacuated. New York City is under heightened security for UNGA. “Due to a suspicious package, 42nd Street through 44th Street is closed between 2nd Avenue and Lexington Avenue. Please avoid the area,” the NYPD initially said in an alert posted on X.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/erdogan-again-raises-kashmir-issue-at-unga-calls-for-dialogue-under-un-charter-1790095257205">Erdogan again raises Kashmir issue at UNGA, calls for dialogue under UN Charter</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The New York Police temporarily closed off a section of Midtown East. According to the first information received by the NY Police, a suspicious package was found on the sidewalk just blocks away from the United Nations headquarters. After the police and bomb squad reached the location, NYPD canine began investigating. It detected something inside an unattended black suitcase just before 3 p.m. at East 43rd Street and Third Avenue. The department's Emergency Services Unit taped &nbsp;off the area. A building in the area was evacuated as a precaution.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/unga-2026-why-does-brazil-speak-first-at-the-un-the-reason-will-surprise-you-1790081164239">UNGA 2026: Why does Brazil speak first at the UN? The reason will surprise you</a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Later, the police confirmed that the package was not a threat. In another post on X, the New York City Police Department said, “The package has been cleared and deemed to not be suspicious. 43rd Street between 3rd Avenue and Lexington Avenue remains closed.” According to news agency ANI, a New Yorker working in a nearby building described the situation as “intense”, citing a suspicious package, multiple motorcades and roads being shut down in the area.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The incident happened at a time when the 81st session of the UN General Assembly is underway in New York. The high-level general debate scheduled from September 22-26 and on September 28 is being attended by the bigwigs including US President Donald Trump, Iranian President Pezeshkian and others. The session's theme is “Restoring Trust, Managing Transformation: A United Nations That Delivers for All.”&nbsp;</p>

A suspicious suitcase found near New York’s UN headquarters triggered a police response and temporary road closures in Midtown East. An NYPD canine detected something inside the unattended bag, prompting the bomb squad to respond. Police later cleared the package and deemed it non-suspicious.

A suspicious suitcase found on a Manhattan sidewalk on Tuesday (Sep 22) amid the United Nations General Assembly session. The incident prompted a bomb squad to respond. The Chrysler Building where bomb was found was temporary evacuated. New York City is under heightened security for UNGA. “Due to a suspicious package, 42nd Street through 44th Street is closed between 2nd Avenue and Lexington Avenue. Please avoid the area,” the NYPD initially said in an alert posted on X. Also Read: Erdogan again raises Kashmir issue at UNGA, calls for dialogue under UN Charter The New York Police temporarily closed off a section of Midtown East. According to the first information received by the NY Police, a suspicious package was found on the sidewalk just blocks away from the United Nations headquarters. After the police and bomb squad reached the location, NYPD canine began investigating. It detected something inside an unattended black suitcase just before 3 p.m. at East 43rd Street and Third Avenue. The department's Emergency Services Unit taped off the area. A building in the area was evacuated as a precaution. Also Read: UNGA 2026: Why does Brazil speak first at the UN? The reason will surprise you Later, the police confirmed that the package was not a threat. In another post on X, the New York City Police Department said, “The package has been cleared and deemed to not be suspicious. 43rd Street between 3rd Avenue and Lexington Avenue remains closed.” According to news agency ANI, a New Yorker working in a nearby building described the situation as “intense”, citing a suspicious package, multiple motorcades and roads being shut down in the area. The incident happened at a time when the 81st session of the UN General Assembly is underway in New York. The high-level general debate scheduled from September 22-26 and on September 28 is being attended by the bigwigs including US President Donald Trump, Iranian President Pezeshkian and others. The session's theme is “Restoring Trust, Managing Transformation: A United Nations That Delivers for All.”

<p>A suspicious suitcase found near New York’s UN headquarters triggered a police response and temporary road closures in Midtown East. An NYPD canine detected something inside the unattended bag, prompting the bomb squad to respond. Police later cleared the package and deemed it non-suspicious.</p>

Bomb scare in New York amid UNGA: Suspicious suitcase found near UN headquarters

<p>78 years ago, the National Health Service was established in the UK and touted as the western world's first universal free healthcare system.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, a new report has laid bare how the same NHS faces severe structural and operational challenges today.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to this report published by a think tank named 'The Health Foundation', NHS is suffering from unnecessary regulation, reporting and compliance tasks.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It also pointed out that ageing hospitals and limited diagnostic and bed capacity is a major challenge.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Additionally, it claimed that poor use of information technology is wasting clinical time and gaps in administrative support is shifting additional work onto clinicians.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The other key issue remains late diagnosis of diseases like diabetes and cancer.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>But is there a way to overcome these issues?</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This tank tank claimed that there was susbtantial scope for NHS to improve outcomes without spending more money.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>For instance, it called for creating a national 'test and learn' approach to improve productivity through effective use of AI.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Additionally, it advocated cutting red tape and diagnosing life-threatening health conditions at an early stage.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to this report, these changes could help potentially result in 18,500 to 20,600 fewer deaths each year.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It could also add 2.5 to 4.5 additional years of good health for people on average.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This is not all.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Overall, NHS could end up saving 44 billion US Dollars on an annual basis.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Reacting to this report, UK's department of health and social care affirmed that it is already making progress to achieve more productivity in NHS, and making sure that patients see the benefits through record number of appointments, tests and scans.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>At the same time, it conceded that, there is much more to do...</p>

The report says that ageing hospitals and limited diagnostic and bed capacity is a major challenge today. Additionally, ipoor use of information technology is wasting clinical time and gaps in administrative support is shifting additional work onto clinicians. 

78 years ago, the National Health Service was established in the UK and touted as the western world's first universal free healthcare system. However, a new report has laid bare how the same NHS faces severe structural and operational challenges today. According to this report published by a think tank named 'The Health Foundation', NHS is suffering from unnecessary regulation, reporting and compliance tasks. It also pointed out that ageing hospitals and limited diagnostic and bed capacity is a major challenge. Additionally, it claimed that poor use of information technology is wasting clinical time and gaps in administrative support is shifting additional work onto clinicians. The other key issue remains late diagnosis of diseases like diabetes and cancer. But is there a way to overcome these issues? This tank tank claimed that there was susbtantial scope for NHS to improve outcomes without spending more money. For instance, it called for creating a national 'test and learn' approach to improve productivity through effective use of AI. Additionally, it advocated cutting red tape and diagnosing life-threatening health conditions at an early stage. According to this report, these changes could help potentially result in 18,500 to 20,600 fewer deaths each year. It could also add 2.5 to 4.5 additional years of good health for people on average. This is not all. Overall, NHS could end up saving 44 billion US Dollars on an annual basis. Reacting to this report, UK's department of health and social care affirmed that it is already making progress to achieve more productivity in NHS, and making sure that patients see the benefits through record number of appointments, tests and scans. At the same time, it conceded that, there is much more to do...

<p>The report says that ageing hospitals and limited diagnostic and bed capacity is a major challenge today. Additionally, ipoor use of information technology is wasting clinical time and gaps in administrative support is shifting additional work onto clinicians.&nbsp;</p>

Gravitas | Boosting NHS productivity could save 20,600 lives in UK annually: Report

<p>41 years ago, a horrific tragedy unfolded as Air India flight 182 from Toronto to Mumbai was destroyed by a bomb over the Atlantic Ocean.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>329 innocent lives onboard were killed. This included 268 Canadians and 24 Indian nationals.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On the same day, another bomb exploded at Tokyo's Narito airport, killing two Japanese baggage handlers.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, justice continues to elude families of the victims.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This comes even as it remains the deadliest terror attack in Canadian history.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to CBC News, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police or RCMP, which is Canada's national police service, told the kin of victims that it is winding down the investigation owing to the lack of any new suspect.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Earlier, Canadian investigators had concluded that the Kanishka bombing plot was carried out by extremists linked to Khalistani terrorist group Babbar Khalsa.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In a statement to WION, RCMP stated that its representatives met the victims of this terror attack in Toronto on September 12, as part of what it described as a commitment to transparency.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The agency said, "While an individual was identified, no definitive link to the events under investigation, could be established."</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, it did not reveal the identity of this person referred to as Mr X.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While revealing that no suspects are on the radar, RCMP maintained that the investigation remains open and any new information will be probed.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, this meeting left many families distressed.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to CBC News, relatives of victims wrote to the RCMP commissioner as well as Canadian PM Mark Carney expressing their utter dismay.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>They termed it as a 'betrayal' of the families' trust and a complete dereliction of RCMP's duty towards them.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Now, this angst also stems from the fact that only one person—Inderjit Singh Reyat, who pleaded guilty for assembling the bombs planted on the plane, has been convicted in this case so far.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>He was released in 2016 after spending 20 years in jail.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Two other suspects Ripudaman Singh Malik and Ajaib Singh Bagri were acquitted in 2005.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On the other hand, Talwinder Singh Parmar who was widely regarded as the mastermind of this terror attack, was killed in India in 1992.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Now, Canada's handling of this terror attack was also criticised by the commission of inquiry appointed by its own government in 2006.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In its final report released four years later, it found that Canadian agencies possessed significant pieces of information, which pieced together would have LED to the conclusion that AI-182 was at high risk of being bombed in June 1985.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The commission also flagged the inability of agencies to take pro-Khalistani extremism seriously.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Additionally, it highlighted the lack of cooperation between RCMP and airlines pertaining to airport security.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On the 25th anniversary of this terror attack in 2010, the then Canadian PM Stephen Harper apologised on behalf of the government for the institutional failings and treatment of the victims' families thereafter...</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Back then, he also stressed the need to marginalise extremists seeking to import Battles of India's past to Canada.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, India continues to raise concerns over pro-Khalistani groups operating on Canadian soil, owing to their death threats to Indian leaders and diplomats, vandalisation of places of worship and attempts to promote secessionism.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In May this year, the Canadian Security Intelligence service itself flagged Canada-based Khalistani extremists as an ongoing national security threat.</p>

Canadian investigators had concluded that the Kanishka bombing plot was carried out by extremists linked to Khalistani terrorist group Babbar Khalsa. RCMP stated that its representatives met the victims of this terror attack in Toronto on September 12 as part of a commitment to transparency.

41 years ago, a horrific tragedy unfolded as Air India flight 182 from Toronto to Mumbai was destroyed by a bomb over the Atlantic Ocean. 329 innocent lives onboard were killed. This included 268 Canadians and 24 Indian nationals. On the same day, another bomb exploded at Tokyo's Narito airport, killing two Japanese baggage handlers. However, justice continues to elude families of the victims. This comes even as it remains the deadliest terror attack in Canadian history. According to CBC News, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police or RCMP, which is Canada's national police service, told the kin of victims that it is winding down the investigation owing to the lack of any new suspect. Earlier, Canadian investigators had concluded that the Kanishka bombing plot was carried out by extremists linked to Khalistani terrorist group Babbar Khalsa. In a statement to WION, RCMP stated that its representatives met the victims of this terror attack in Toronto on September 12, as part of what it described as a commitment to transparency. The agency said, "While an individual was identified, no definitive link to the events under investigation, could be established." However, it did not reveal the identity of this person referred to as Mr X. While revealing that no suspects are on the radar, RCMP maintained that the investigation remains open and any new information will be probed. However, this meeting left many families distressed. According to CBC News, relatives of victims wrote to the RCMP commissioner as well as Canadian PM Mark Carney expressing their utter dismay. They termed it as a 'betrayal' of the families' trust and a complete dereliction of RCMP's duty towards them. Now, this angst also stems from the fact that only one person—Inderjit Singh Reyat, who pleaded guilty for assembling the bombs planted on the plane, has been convicted in this case so far. He was released in 2016 after spending 20 years in jail. Two other suspects Ripudaman Singh Malik and Ajaib Singh Bagri were acquitted in 2005. On the other hand, Talwinder Singh Parmar who was widely regarded as the mastermind of this terror attack, was killed in India in 1992. Now, Canada's handling of this terror attack was also criticised by the commission of inquiry appointed by its own government in 2006. In its final report released four years later, it found that Canadian agencies possessed significant pieces of information, which pieced together would have LED to the conclusion that AI-182 was at high risk of being bombed in June 1985. The commission also flagged the inability of agencies to take pro-Khalistani extremism seriously. Additionally, it highlighted the lack of cooperation between RCMP and airlines pertaining to airport security. On the 25th anniversary of this terror attack in 2010, the then Canadian PM Stephen Harper apologised on behalf of the government for the institutional failings and treatment of the victims' families thereafter... Back then, he also stressed the need to marginalise extremists seeking to import Battles of India's past to Canada. However, India continues to raise concerns over pro-Khalistani groups operating on Canadian soil, owing to their death threats to Indian leaders and diplomats, vandalisation of places of worship and attempts to promote secessionism. In May this year, the Canadian Security Intelligence service itself flagged Canada-based Khalistani extremists as an ongoing national security threat.

<p>Canadian investigators had concluded that the Kanishka bombing plot was carried out by extremists linked to Khalistani terrorist group Babbar Khalsa. RCMP stated that its representatives met the victims of this terror attack in Toronto on September 12 as part of a commitment to transparency.</p>

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<p>West Asia remains on edge as fighting between Iran-backed Houthis and Yemeni forces supported by Saudi Arabia continues to escalate. In the past two days alone, 154 people have reportedly been killed in Yemen.</p><p>Footage released by Houthis shows an alleged Saudi air strike targeting a local market in a village near the Bab al-Mandeb Strait.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Visuals showed people running for cover as flumes of smoke engulfed the air.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to the Iran-backed group, Saudi Arabia has launched 917 air strikes since the escalation started. It also accused Riyadh of carrying out three air strikes on the strategic port city of Mocha which it seized a few days ago. Houthis claimed that six people died in the strikes, whereas eight others were wounded.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This is not all.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The group alleged that Saudi Arabia targeted a prison in al-Hazm town, which led to the killing of nine recently captured prisoners.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It also added that a mother and her child were killed in separate air strikes in al-Hazm's al-Batin area.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Saudi Arabia is yet to react to these claims, though even as Pakistan and US have rebuffed Saudi's requests to join the war against Houthis, UK has now stepped in to help.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>It has agreed to deploy an RAF Voyager air-to-air refuelling aircraft to support Saudi defensive activity.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This aircraft will provide mid-air fuel to Saudi military jets so they can stay airborne longer to intercept Houthi drone and missile attacks.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>The UK government justified this move by highlighting that escalating West Asia tensions can have a serious impact in Britain in the form of rising prices, disruption to energy supplies and extra costs for local businesses.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>However, UK has still refrained from directly striking Houthis.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Meanwhile, EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that the bloc's naval mission to protect shipping in Red Sea requires more than ten warships.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Known as Operation Aspides, this mission was launched in 2024 to safeguard vessels from attacks by Houthis.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>At present, six warships are a part of this mission.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>While drone attacks forced Saudi Arabia to shut its east-west oil pipeline on September 13, it has now restarted operations according to Reuters.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Why is this crucial?</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Since the virtual closure of Strait of Hormuz, the country has been using this pipeline to reroute around four million barrels of oil per day to the Yanbu port located on the Red Sea coast.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This accounts for nearly four percent of global oil supply.&nbsp;</p><p>As the fighting continues, the foreign ministers of G7 condemned the strikes waged against Saudi Arabia and urged Houthis to immediately cease all military actions and return to the political process in good faith.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>They also called on Iran to end its support for this group.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Now, the humanitarian toll of the war in Yemen cannot be understated.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to the international organisation for migration, a staggering one hundred thirty thousand people have been displaced across seven provinces in Yemen.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This UN agency also added that over three thousand people have crossed the Red Sea and fled to Djibouti.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>According to United Nations, an additional one hundred thousand Yemenis could be forced to leave their homes within the next three months.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>At one such camp for the displaced people in Yemen, authorities described the extent of the humanitarian crisis...</p>

Iran-backed Houthis said Saudi Arabia launched 917 airstrikes since the escalation and accused Riyadh of carrying out three airstrikes on the strategic port city of Mocha, which it seized a few days ago. Houthis claimed that six people died in the strikes, whereas eight others were wounded.

West Asia remains on edge as fighting between Iran-backed Houthis and Yemeni forces supported by Saudi Arabia continues to escalate. In the past two days alone, 154 people have reportedly been killed in Yemen. Footage released by Houthis shows an alleged Saudi air strike targeting a local market in a village near the Bab al-Mandeb Strait. Visuals showed people running for cover as flumes of smoke engulfed the air. According to the Iran-backed group, Saudi Arabia has launched 917 air strikes since the escalation started. It also accused Riyadh of carrying out three air strikes on the strategic port city of Mocha which it seized a few days ago. Houthis claimed that six people died in the strikes, whereas eight others were wounded. This is not all. The group alleged that Saudi Arabia targeted a prison in al-Hazm town, which led to the killing of nine recently captured prisoners. It also added that a mother and her child were killed in separate air strikes in al-Hazm's al-Batin area. Saudi Arabia is yet to react to these claims, though even as Pakistan and US have rebuffed Saudi's requests to join the war against Houthis, UK has now stepped in to help. It has agreed to deploy an RAF Voyager air-to-air refuelling aircraft to support Saudi defensive activity. This aircraft will provide mid-air fuel to Saudi military jets so they can stay airborne longer to intercept Houthi drone and missile attacks. The UK government justified this move by highlighting that escalating West Asia tensions can have a serious impact in Britain in the form of rising prices, disruption to energy supplies and extra costs for local businesses. However, UK has still refrained from directly striking Houthis. Meanwhile, EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that the bloc's naval mission to protect shipping in Red Sea requires more than ten warships. Known as Operation Aspides, this mission was launched in 2024 to safeguard vessels from attacks by Houthis. At present, six warships are a part of this mission. While drone attacks forced Saudi Arabia to shut its east-west oil pipeline on September 13, it has now restarted operations according to Reuters. Why is this crucial? Since the virtual closure of Strait of Hormuz, the country has been using this pipeline to reroute around four million barrels of oil per day to the Yanbu port located on the Red Sea coast. This accounts for nearly four percent of global oil supply. As the fighting continues, the foreign ministers of G7 condemned the strikes waged against Saudi Arabia and urged Houthis to immediately cease all military actions and return to the political process in good faith. They also called on Iran to end its support for this group. Now, the humanitarian toll of the war in Yemen cannot be understated. According to the international organisation for migration, a staggering one hundred thirty thousand people have been displaced across seven provinces in Yemen. This UN agency also added that over three thousand people have crossed the Red Sea and fled to Djibouti. According to United Nations, an additional one hundred thousand Yemenis could be forced to leave their homes within the next three months. At one such camp for the displaced people in Yemen, authorities described the extent of the humanitarian crisis...

<p>Iran-backed Houthis said Saudi Arabia launched 917 airstrikes since the escalation and accused Riyadh of carrying out three airstrikes on the strategic port city of Mocha, which it seized a few days ago. Houthis claimed that six people died in the strikes, whereas eight others were wounded.</p>

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