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<p>At least 21 people have been killed in unrest after Mozambique's top court on Monday confirmed long-ruling party Frelimo's victory in the election, the country's interior minister said late on Tuesday.</p>

<p>The decision by Mozambique's Constitutional Council sparked fresh nationwide protests by opposition groups and their supporters who say the vote was rigged.</p>

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<p>Seventy-eight people have been arrested so far and security measures have been tightened across the country, Interior Minister Pascoal Ronda told public broadcaster TVM. "The armed and defense force will increase its presence in critical and key points," he said.</p>

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<p>Frelimo has been repeatedly accused by opponents and election observers of rigging votes. It has denied those accusations.</p>

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At least 21 people have been killed in unrest after Mozambique's top court on Monday confirmed long-ruling party Frelimo's victory in the election, the country's interior minister said late on Tuesday.

At least 21 people have been killed in unrest after Mozambique's top court on Monday confirmed long-ruling party Frelimo's victory in the election, the country's interior minister said late on Tuesday. The decision by Mozambique's Constitutional Council sparked fresh nationwide protests by opposition groups and their supporters who say the vote was rigged. Also read | Gaza: One child killed every hour, says UNRWA Seventy-eight people have been arrested so far and security measures have been tightened across the country, Interior Minister Pascoal Ronda told public broadcaster TVM. "The armed and defense force will increase its presence in critical and key points," he said. Also read | Denmark boosts defence spending for Greenland after Trump repeats call to purchase Arctic territory Frelimo has been repeatedly accused by opponents and election observers of rigging votes. It has denied those accusations. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Twenty-one killed in unrest after Mozambique's top court confirms Frelimo's election victory

<p>As negotiations continue between Israel and the Hamas militant group to reach a deal, the group has still not given a list of living and dead hostages to be released in the first phase of a potential ceasefire-hostage deal, Israeli media, Kan public broadcaster reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>It added that the Hamas is resisting pressure from mediators.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to Israeli officials, Hamas is hoping for a "dramatic achievement" in the negotiations before providing the list, Channel 12 news reported.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Israeli official told The Jerusalem Post, "Hamas has yet to deliver the list of hostages who are alive – without it, it’s impossible to reach a deal."&nbsp;</p>

<p>The official continued that although the mediators are pushing the militant group to deliver the list, Mohammed Sinwar, one of the key figures of Hamas in Gaza is refusing to share the list.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Sinwar succeeded his brother Yahya Sinwar, as leader of Hamas since Yahya was killed by the Israeli Defence Forces on October 16.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“It’s still possible to continue talking and advancing some issues without the list, but it will be impossible to reach a breakthrough without it,” the official said.</p>

<p>The official added that it was a long negotiation and that there would be consultations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“There has been some progress in the talks, but it doesn’t seem a deal is going to be reached soon," the official said.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Iran Condemns Israel's 'Brazen Admission' of Killing Hamas Ex-leader Ismail Haniyeh</strong></p>

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<p>Earlier on Monday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a Knesset session, expressed optimism about the chances for a hostage deal with Hamas.</p>

<p>He said, “I would like to tell you carefully that there is some progress."&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I cannot tell you all the things we are doing, but we are taking significant actions on all levels,” Netanyahu continued.</p>

<p>“We will continue to act in every way, without respite, until we bring everyone home from enemy territory,” he added.&nbsp;</p>

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As negotiations continue between Israel and the Hamas militant group to reach a deal, the group has still not given a list of living and dead hostages to be released in the first phase of a potential ceasefire-hostage deal, Israeli media, Kan public broadcaster reported.

As negotiations continue between Israel and the Hamas militant group to reach a deal, the group has still not given a list of living and dead hostages to be released in the first phase of a potential ceasefire-hostage deal, Israeli media, Kan public broadcaster reported. It added that the Hamas is resisting pressure from mediators. According to Israeli officials, Hamas is hoping for a "dramatic achievement" in the negotiations before providing the list, Channel 12 news reported. The Israeli official told The Jerusalem Post, "Hamas has yet to deliver the list of hostages who are alive – without it, it’s impossible to reach a deal." The official continued that although the mediators are pushing the militant group to deliver the list, Mohammed Sinwar, one of the key figures of Hamas in Gaza is refusing to share the list. Also read: Former Israeli hostage held in Gaza dies a year after her release Sinwar succeeded his brother Yahya Sinwar, as leader of Hamas since Yahya was killed by the Israeli Defence Forces on October 16. “It’s still possible to continue talking and advancing some issues without the list, but it will be impossible to reach a breakthrough without it,” the official said. The official added that it was a long negotiation and that there would be consultations. “There has been some progress in the talks, but it doesn’t seem a deal is going to be reached soon," the official said. Watch | Iran Condemns Israel's 'Brazen Admission' of Killing Hamas Ex-leader Ismail Haniyeh × Earlier on Monday, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a Knesset session, expressed optimism about the chances for a hostage deal with Hamas. He said, “I would like to tell you carefully that there is some progress." “I cannot tell you all the things we are doing, but we are taking significant actions on all levels,” Netanyahu continued. “We will continue to act in every way, without respite, until we bring everyone home from enemy territory,” he added. Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Denmark announced a massive boost in defence spending for Greenland, just hours after United States President-elect Donald Trump repeated his call to purchase the Arctic territory.</p>

<p>Earlier this week, Danish Defence Minister Troels Poulsen said that the package would be worth at least $1.5 billion. Defence Minister Poulsen said that the package would allow for the purchase of two new inspection ships, two new long-range drones, and two extra dog sledge teams.</p>

<h2><strong>'Planning a strong presence in Arctic'</strong></h2>

<p>Poulsen said that the government had not invested enough in the Arctic for many years and was now planning a strong presence in the region.</p>

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<p>Greenland is a&nbsp;North American island autonomous territory of Denmark. Greenland is home to a large&nbsp;US space facility and is strategically important for Washington, lying on the shortest route from North America to Europe.</p>

<h2><strong>Trump's call to buy Greenland</strong></h2>

<p>On&nbsp;Sunday (Dec 22), Donald Trump&nbsp;announced that he had picked Ken Howery, a former envoy to Sweden, as his ambassador to Copenhagen, and commented on the status of Greenland.</p>

<p>"For purposes of National Security and Freedom throughout the World, the United States of America feels that the ownership and control of Greenland is an absolute necessity," Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social.</p>

<p>Trump did not elaborate on his statement.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Reacting to the US president-elect's remarks, Greenland's Prime Minister Mute Egede said that the island was not for sale.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Greenland is ours. We are not for sale and will never be for sale. We must not lose our long struggle for freedom," Prime Minister Egede said in a statement.&nbsp;</p>


Denmark announced a massive boost in defence spending for Greenland, just hours after United States President-elect Donald Trump repeated his call to purchase the Arctic territory.

Denmark announced a massive boost in defence spending for Greenland, just hours after United States President-elect Donald Trump repeated his call to purchase the Arctic territory. Earlier this week, Danish Defence Minister Troels Poulsen said that the package would be worth at least $1.5 billion. Defence Minister Poulsen said that the package would allow for the purchase of two new inspection ships, two new long-range drones, and two extra dog sledge teams. 'Planning a strong presence in Arctic' Poulsen said that the government had not invested enough in the Arctic for many years and was now planning a strong presence in the region. Also read | Eric Trump posts image of Donald Trump ‘Buying’ Canada, Greenland and Panama Canal in new social media post Greenland is a North American island autonomous territory of Denmark. Greenland is home to a large US space facility and is strategically important for Washington, lying on the shortest route from North America to Europe. Trump's call to buy Greenland On Sunday (Dec 22), Donald Trump announced that he had picked Ken Howery, a former envoy to Sweden, as his ambassador to Copenhagen, and commented on the status of Greenland. "For purposes of National Security and Freedom throughout the World, the United States of America feels that the ownership and control of Greenland is an absolute necessity," Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social. Trump did not elaborate on his statement. Also read | ‘We are not for sale,’ Greenland PM rebuffs Trump’s idea of buying the island Reacting to the US president-elect's remarks, Greenland's Prime Minister Mute Egede said that the island was not for sale. "Greenland is ours. We are not for sale and will never be for sale. We must not lose our long struggle for freedom," Prime Minister Egede said in a statement.

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<p><meta charset="utf-8" />Renowned CEO of Amazon, Jeff Bezos has dismissed and repudiated reports of him and his fiancée, Lauren Sánchez, planning for a lavish, fancy $600 million wedding in Aspen, Colorado, this coming weekend. Earlier Jeff rebutted the claims made on the platform X, saying, "This whole thing is completely false—none of this is happening."</p>

<p>He had even advised his followers to not believe in everything they read and further warned them about the pace at which lies lather. “Be careful out there” and “don’t be gullible.”</p>

<h2 dir="ltr">Elon Musk’s response&nbsp;</h2>

<p dir="ltr">Technoking of Tesla, Elon Musk, reacted to the post sharing his hopes for Jeff’s sumptuous wedding to happen. "It’s nice to know that epic events are happening somewhere in the world, even if one is not present."</p>

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<h2 dir="ltr"><strong>Reports and rumors</strong></h2>

<p dir="ltr">Some reports claimed that the couple had rented a sushi restaurant and private mansions in the area for their guests. Reports further suggest that Bezos and Sánchez were planning to marry in a Christmas wedding with celebrations at a 160-acre ranch in Aspen, Colorado, owned by Kevin Costner.</p>

<p dir="ltr">Although in response to the reports, Bezos had rejected the reports, according to the New York Post. Jeff, who is 60, and Sánchez (55) fell in love and began dating in 2018, with the news of their relationship revelation in 2019 after Bezos’s divorces had been finalized with MacKenzie Scott. They had gotten engaged in May 2023, with Jeff showing love towards Sanchez, proposing to her with a 20-carat diamond ring with an estimated&nbsp;</p>

<p dir="ltr">However, Bezos firmly rejected these reports, according to the New York Post.Bezos, 60, and Sánchez, 55, began dating in 2018, with news of their relationship becoming public in 2019 after Bezos' divorce from MacKenzie Scott was finalized. They got engaged in May 2023, with Bezos presenting Sánchez with a 20-carat diamond ring worth an estimated $2.5 million.</p>

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Renowned CEO of Amazon, Jeff Bezos has dismissed and repudiated reports of him and his fiancée, Lauren Sánchez, planning for a lavish, fancy $600 million wedding in Aspen, Colorado, this coming weekend.

Renowned CEO of Amazon, Jeff Bezos has dismissed and repudiated reports of him and his fiancée, Lauren Sánchez, planning for a lavish, fancy $600 million wedding in Aspen, Colorado, this coming weekend. Earlier Jeff rebutted the claims made on the platform X, saying, "This whole thing is completely false—none of this is happening." He had even advised his followers to not believe in everything they read and further warned them about the pace at which lies lather. “Be careful out there” and “don’t be gullible.” Elon Musk’s response Technoking of Tesla, Elon Musk, reacted to the post sharing his hopes for Jeff’s sumptuous wedding to happen. "It’s nice to know that epic events are happening somewhere in the world, even if one is not present." Also Read: Bezos prepares for new administration amid Kuiper delays Reports and rumors Some reports claimed that the couple had rented a sushi restaurant and private mansions in the area for their guests. Reports further suggest that Bezos and Sánchez were planning to marry in a Christmas wedding with celebrations at a 160-acre ranch in Aspen, Colorado, owned by Kevin Costner. Although in response to the reports, Bezos had rejected the reports, according to the New York Post. Jeff, who is 60, and Sánchez (55) fell in love and began dating in 2018, with the news of their relationship revelation in 2019 after Bezos’s divorces had been finalized with MacKenzie Scott. They had gotten engaged in May 2023, with Jeff showing love towards Sanchez, proposing to her with a 20-carat diamond ring with an estimated However, Bezos firmly rejected these reports, according to the New York Post.Bezos, 60, and Sánchez, 55, began dating in 2018, with news of their relationship becoming public in 2019 after Bezos' divorce from MacKenzie Scott was finalized. They got engaged in May 2023, with Bezos presenting Sánchez with a 20-carat diamond ring worth an estimated $2.5 million. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) has reported that a child is killed every hour in Gaza amid the ongoing conflict. Since the war began, UNICEF has recorded the deaths of 14,500 children. &nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Loss of innocent lives</strong></h2>

<p>UNRWA condemned the killing of children, calling it something that cannot be justified. Survivors, the agency noted, are left physically and emotionally scarred, with many children deprived of education and left to search through rubble instead of learning in school.</p>

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Since the beginning of the war 14,500 children have been reported killed in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Gaza?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Gaza</a> according to <a href="https://twitter.com/UNICEF?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@UNICEF</a>. One child gets killed every hour. These are not numbers. These are lives cut short.<br />
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<h2><strong>Rising casualties amid escalating violence</strong></h2>

<p>The latest figures from Gaza's health authorities indicate that over 45,000 Palestinians have been killed since the conflict intensified following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, which killed around 1,200 people and took approximately 250 hostages.</p>

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<h2><strong>Efforts for ceasefire and hostage negotiations</strong></h2>

<p>In light of the ongoing violence, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged some progress in discussions about a ceasefire in exchange for the release of hostages. However, he stated that the timeline for any agreement is uncertain. Netanyahu emphasised Israel’s commitment to continue working towards bringing the hostages home.</p>

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The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) has reported that a child is killed every hour in Gaza amid the ongoing conflict.

The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) has reported that a child is killed every hour in Gaza amid the ongoing conflict. Since the war began, UNICEF has recorded the deaths of 14,500 children. Loss of innocent lives UNRWA condemned the killing of children, calling it something that cannot be justified. Survivors, the agency noted, are left physically and emotionally scarred, with many children deprived of education and left to search through rubble instead of learning in school. No place for children. Since the beginning of the war 14,500 children have been reported killed in #Gaza according to @UNICEF. One child gets killed every hour. These are not numbers. These are lives cut short. Killing children cannot be justified. Those who survive are scarred… pic.twitter.com/7sXIQLRXQP — UNRWA (@UNRWA) December 24, 2024 × Also read | Afghanistan: Taliban government spokesperson claims 46 killed in Pakistan's overnight strike Rising casualties amid escalating violence The latest figures from Gaza's health authorities indicate that over 45,000 Palestinians have been killed since the conflict intensified following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, which killed around 1,200 people and took approximately 250 hostages. Also read | Israeli army: Intercepted a ballistic missile from Yemen Efforts for ceasefire and hostage negotiations In light of the ongoing violence, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu acknowledged some progress in discussions about a ceasefire in exchange for the release of hostages. However, he stated that the timeline for any agreement is uncertain. Netanyahu emphasised Israel’s commitment to continue working towards bringing the hostages home. Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing developments on the Israel-Palestine conflict after the Hamas attacks. However, we cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, photos and videos.

Gaza: One child killed every hour, says UNRWA

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<p>NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who are&nbsp;stranded at the International Space Station (ISS) were pictured wearing Santa hats next to a tiny Christmas tree on Tuesday (Dec 24), which sparked theories among netizens. A video shared on NASA’s X handle shows the astronauts stranded aboard the International Space Station (ISS) posing, wearing fancy Santa hats.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2 dir="ltr"><strong>Netizens puzzled&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p dir="ltr">The netizens were curious to know how the Christmas hats and other items reached space when the astronauts had been stranded in space since June due to problems in the Boeing Starliner capsule.&nbsp;</p>

<p dir="ltr">"Did they pack Santa hats for an eight-day mission, or are they knitting them up there?" one user on X asked. While some doubted the video’s authenticity, suggesting the astronauts floating in space were actually in a film studio...&nbsp;</p>

<p dir="ltr">One person even passed humour: “Where’d they get the Christmas suits? This feels like the Space Station version of Gilligan’s Island.” Another made a quirky remark, “Imagine dealing with pine needles in zero gravity!”</p>

<p dir="ltr"><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sunita-williams-return-further-delayed-until-march-2025-heres-why-785055">Sunita Williams's return further delayed until March 2025. Here's why</a></strong></p>

<h2 dir="ltr"><strong>Video posted by NASA&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p dir="ltr">The video posted by NASA shows astronauts Sunita Williams, Don Pettit, Nick Hague, and Barry "Butch" Wilmore sharing a holiday greeting and sending well wishes to those back home on Earth. The video further captures the astronauts floating in zero gravity. Sunita shared her happiness saying, “It’s a great time up here. We get to spend it with all of our ‘family’ on the International Space Station,” she said.</p>

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<p dir="ltr">In response to the speculations, NASA confirmed that a SpaceX shipment in late November had delivered the festive items to the ISS. The delivery had included not just the essentials for the holiday but also some mission supplies and scientific equipment. NASA further explained that the extra cargo space on the spacecraft allowed for these gravity-defying surprises.</p>

<p dir="ltr">The astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, whose mission with the Boeing Starliner capsule started in June, remain aboard the ISS due to technical issues with the capsule. In September the spacecraft returned unmanned; it had malfunctioned&nbsp;due to&nbsp;leaks.&nbsp;</p>

<p dir="ltr">The return remains delayed until March 2024, with the astronauts hoping to come back safe.</p>

<p dir="ltr"><strong>Watch |&nbsp;Boeing Starliner to return empty: What happens to Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore?</strong></p>

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NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who are stranded at the International Space Station (ISS) were pictured wearing Santa hats next to a tiny Christmas tree on Tuesday (Dec 24), which sparked theories among netizens.

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who are stranded at the International Space Station (ISS) were pictured wearing Santa hats next to a tiny Christmas tree on Tuesday (Dec 24), which sparked theories among netizens. A video shared on NASA’s X handle shows the astronauts stranded aboard the International Space Station (ISS) posing, wearing fancy Santa hats. Netizens puzzled The netizens were curious to know how the Christmas hats and other items reached space when the astronauts had been stranded in space since June due to problems in the Boeing Starliner capsule. "Did they pack Santa hats for an eight-day mission, or are they knitting them up there?" one user on X asked. While some doubted the video’s authenticity, suggesting the astronauts floating in space were actually in a film studio... One person even passed humour: “Where’d they get the Christmas suits? This feels like the Space Station version of Gilligan’s Island.” Another made a quirky remark, “Imagine dealing with pine needles in zero gravity!” Also Read: Sunita Williams's return further delayed until March 2025. Here's why Video posted by NASA The video posted by NASA shows astronauts Sunita Williams, Don Pettit, Nick Hague, and Barry "Butch" Wilmore sharing a holiday greeting and sending well wishes to those back home on Earth. The video further captures the astronauts floating in zero gravity. Sunita shared her happiness saying, “It’s a great time up here. We get to spend it with all of our ‘family’ on the International Space Station,” she said. To everyone on Earth, Merry Christmas from our @NASA_Astronauts aboard the International @Space_Station. pic.twitter.com/GoOZjXJYLP — NASA (@NASA) December 23, 2024 × NASA’s response In response to the speculations, NASA confirmed that a SpaceX shipment in late November had delivered the festive items to the ISS. The delivery had included not just the essentials for the holiday but also some mission supplies and scientific equipment. NASA further explained that the extra cargo space on the spacecraft allowed for these gravity-defying surprises. The astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, whose mission with the Boeing Starliner capsule started in June, remain aboard the ISS due to technical issues with the capsule. In September the spacecraft returned unmanned; it had malfunctioned due to leaks. The return remains delayed until March 2024, with the astronauts hoping to come back safe. Watch | Boeing Starliner to return empty: What happens to Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore? (With inputs from agencies)

Sunita Williams wishes Merry Christmas from space; netizens ask, ‘Where’d they get the Christmas suits?’

Fire brigades battling the flames in Chile's Metropolitan region also faced temperatures reaching almost 36 degrees Celsius on Monday. Watch this report for more details!

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The UK and Mauritius have committed to reaching a resolution on the Chagos Islands dispute, with the UK aiming to secure a military base in Diego Garcia.

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A video posted on social media showed the tree on fire in the main square of Suqaylabiyah, a Christian-majority town in central Syria. Watch to know more.

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<p>Since Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman assumed power, at least 1,115 executions have been carried out between June 21, 2017, and October 9, 2024. The latest execution figure, sourced from Reprieve and confirmed by news agency Reuters, shows a significant rise from 172 executions in 2023 and 196 in 2022, making it the highest total ever recorded. Over 150 of those executed this year were convicted of non-lethal crimes, a practice that rights organizations argue violates international law.</p>

<p>Many of these executions were related to alleged drug smuggling, particularly involving the amphetamine-like drug Captagon, which has been flooding the market from Syria under the regime of former President Bashar al-Assad. Others were accused of non-lethal terrorism, a charge rights groups claim is often used against individuals involved in anti-government protests.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hundreds-of-protesters-agitate-the-burning-of-christmas-tree-near-syrias-hama-786525">Hundreds hit the streets as protest erupts over burning of Christmas tree near Syria's Hama</a></strong></p>

<p>While Saudi Arabia once held public beheadings in town squares, these areas are now filled with cafes and restaurants, with little trace of their violent history. “Saudi Arabia’s authorities are pursuing a relentless killing spree displaying a chilling disregard for human life while promoting an empty-worded campaign to rebrand their image,” said Agnès Callamard, Secretary General of Amnesty International.</p>

<p>In March 2022, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman claimed that Saudi Arabia had “eliminated” the death penalty, except in cases mandated by Sharia law. However, in November 2022, the government carried out its first executions for drug-related offences in nearly three years, overturning a 2021 moratorium on such executions imposed by the Saudi Human Rights Commission.</p>

<h2><strong>Surge in Drug-Related Executions</strong></h2>

<p>As of September 2024, Saudi Arabia has executed 53 people for drug-related offences, a dramatic increase compared to just two such executions in 2023. This rise included the execution of three foreign nationals from Syria and Nigeria between May and June. Since July, the surge has persisted, with 38 of the 53 individuals executed being foreign nationals.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-launches-airstrike-in-afghanistan-civilians-suffer-no-official-confirmation-from-islamabad-786628">Pakistan launches overnight airstrike on Afghanistan, targets Taliban hideouts</a></strong></p>

<h2><strong>Increased Execution of Foreign Nationals and Women</strong></h2>

<p>By mid-November, over 101 foreign nationals executed were from 14 Asian and African countries, according to a report from AFP. The total of 101 foreign nationals executed this year is three times higher than the 34 recorded in both 2023 and 2022.</p>

<p>This year’s executions involved individuals from multiple countries, including:</p>

<ul>
	<li>21 from Pakistan</li>
	<li>20 from Yemen</li>
	<li>14 from Syria</li>
	<li>3 each from Sudan, India, and Afghanistan</li>
	<li>1 each from Sri Lanka, Eritrea, and the Philippines</li>
</ul>

<p>The European-Saudi Organization for Human Rights (ESOHR) reports a record seven women executed in 2024, with three linked to drug offenses. Most of these women were foreign nationals, mainly migrant workers from Africa and Asia.</p>

<h2><strong>Has the story changed on a global scale?</strong></h2>

<p>In 2023, Amnesty International recorded at least 1,153 executions across 16 countries, a 31% increase from the 883 executions in 2022, marking the highest total since 2015. However, the number of countries carrying out executions was the lowest on record, excluding China, where execution statistics are considered state secret, and other nations like Afghanistan, North Korea, Palestine, Syria, and Vietnam, where access to information is limited.</p>

<h2><strong>Source - Amnesty International</strong></h2>

<p>The increase was largely driven by a 48 per cent rise in executions in Iran, which accounted for 74 per cent of all global executions. The top five countries responsible for the highest number of executions were Iran (at least 853), Saudi Arabia (172), Somalia (at least 38), the US&nbsp;(24), and Iraq (at least 16). All but Saudi Arabia, which saw a slight decline from 196 executions in 2022, experienced an increase in executions compared to the previous year.</p>

<p>Additionally, the number of new death sentences surged by 20 per cent, reaching a total of 2,428 in 2023, the highest figure since 2018.</p>

<p>Two new organizations—the Presidency of State Security and the Public Prosecution Office—were created under royal decrees in 2022 to suppress activists.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As part of his Vision 2030 initiative, aimed at transforming Saudi Arabia’s image from a country known for strict religious controls and human rights abuses into a global tourism and entertainment hub, the crown prince is investing billions. However, human rights groups have accused the kingdom of sentencing minors to death and using torture to extract confessions.</p>


Since Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman assumed power, at least 1,115 executions have been carried out between June 21, 2017, and October 9, 2024. The latest execution figure, sourced from Reprieve and confirmed by news agency Reuters, shows a significant rise from 172 executions in 2023 and 196 in 2022, making it the highest total ever recorded.

Since Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman assumed power, at least 1,115 executions have been carried out between June 21, 2017, and October 9, 2024. The latest execution figure, sourced from Reprieve and confirmed by news agency Reuters, shows a significant rise from 172 executions in 2023 and 196 in 2022, making it the highest total ever recorded. Over 150 of those executed this year were convicted of non-lethal crimes, a practice that rights organizations argue violates international law. Many of these executions were related to alleged drug smuggling, particularly involving the amphetamine-like drug Captagon, which has been flooding the market from Syria under the regime of former President Bashar al-Assad. Others were accused of non-lethal terrorism, a charge rights groups claim is often used against individuals involved in anti-government protests. Also read | Hundreds hit the streets as protest erupts over burning of Christmas tree near Syria's Hama While Saudi Arabia once held public beheadings in town squares, these areas are now filled with cafes and restaurants, with little trace of their violent history. “Saudi Arabia’s authorities are pursuing a relentless killing spree displaying a chilling disregard for human life while promoting an empty-worded campaign to rebrand their image,” said Agnès Callamard, Secretary General of Amnesty International. In March 2022, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman claimed that Saudi Arabia had “eliminated” the death penalty, except in cases mandated by Sharia law. However, in November 2022, the government carried out its first executions for drug-related offences in nearly three years, overturning a 2021 moratorium on such executions imposed by the Saudi Human Rights Commission. Surge in Drug-Related Executions As of September 2024, Saudi Arabia has executed 53 people for drug-related offences, a dramatic increase compared to just two such executions in 2023. This rise included the execution of three foreign nationals from Syria and Nigeria between May and June. Since July, the surge has persisted, with 38 of the 53 individuals executed being foreign nationals. Also read | Pakistan launches overnight airstrike on Afghanistan, targets Taliban hideouts Increased Execution of Foreign Nationals and Women By mid-November, over 101 foreign nationals executed were from 14 Asian and African countries, according to a report from AFP. The total of 101 foreign nationals executed this year is three times higher than the 34 recorded in both 2023 and 2022. This year’s executions involved individuals from multiple countries, including: 21 from Pakistan 20 from Yemen 14 from Syria 3 each from Sudan, India, and Afghanistan 1 each from Sri Lanka, Eritrea, and the Philippines The European-Saudi Organization for Human Rights (ESOHR) reports a record seven women executed in 2024, with three linked to drug offenses. Most of these women were foreign nationals, mainly migrant workers from Africa and Asia. Has the story changed on a global scale? In 2023, Amnesty International recorded at least 1,153 executions across 16 countries, a 31% increase from the 883 executions in 2022, marking the highest total since 2015. However, the number of countries carrying out executions was the lowest on record, excluding China, where execution statistics are considered state secret, and other nations like Afghanistan, North Korea, Palestine, Syria, and Vietnam, where access to information is limited. Source - Amnesty International The increase was largely driven by a 48 per cent rise in executions in Iran, which accounted for 74 per cent of all global executions. The top five countries responsible for the highest number of executions were Iran (at least 853), Saudi Arabia (172), Somalia (at least 38), the US (24), and Iraq (at least 16). All but Saudi Arabia, which saw a slight decline from 196 executions in 2022, experienced an increase in executions compared to the previous year. Additionally, the number of new death sentences surged by 20 per cent, reaching a total of 2,428 in 2023, the highest figure since 2018. Two new organizations—the Presidency of State Security and the Public Prosecution Office—were created under royal decrees in 2022 to suppress activists. As part of his Vision 2030 initiative, aimed at transforming Saudi Arabia’s image from a country known for strict religious controls and human rights abuses into a global tourism and entertainment hub, the crown prince is investing billions. However, human rights groups have accused the kingdom of sentencing minors to death and using torture to extract confessions.

Saudi Arabia's bloody year: Record 330 executions undermine reform promises

<p>An Azerbaijan Airlines passenger jet on Wednesday (Dec 25) burst into flames as it was attempting an emergency landing in Western&nbsp;Kazakhstan, the Kazakh transport ministry said. According to preliminary reports, only 25 of the 67 people on board survived the crash.</p>

<p>On social media application Telegram, the ministry wrote: "A plane doing the Baku-Grozny route crashed near the city of Aktau. It belongs to Azerbaijan Airlines."</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/south-asia/afghanistan-taliban-government-spokesperson-claims-46-killed-in-pakistans-overnight-strike-786677">Afghanistan: Taliban government spokesperson claims 46 killed in Pakistan's overnight strike</a></strong></p>

<p>Meanwhile, the Airlines, which is&nbsp;Azerbaijan's&nbsp;flag carrier, said the Embraer 190 had "made an emergency landing" around three kilometres from Aktau, an oil and gas hub on the eastern shore of the Caspian Sea.</p>

<h2><strong>Casualties and more</strong></h2>

<p>As per&nbsp;the Kazakh transport ministry, there were 62 passengers and five crew members on board.</p>

<p>However, media reports have put the number high, up to 105, on board.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kazakhstan's emergency situation ministry said that only&nbsp;25 people survived the crash, which means 42 people may have perished in the incident.</p>

<p>"According to preliminary information, there are 25 survivors of whom 22 have been hospitalised," said the ministry on Telegram. Health officials had earlier said that 14 survivors had been hospitalised.</p>

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<p>Kazakhstan's Ministry for Emergency Situations&nbsp;earlier said its personnel were putting out a fire at the site.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


An Azerbaijan Airlines passenger jet on Wednesday (Dec 25) burst into flames as it was attempting an emergency landing in Western Kazakhstan, the Kazakh transport ministry said.

An Azerbaijan Airlines passenger jet on Wednesday (Dec 25) burst into flames as it was attempting an emergency landing in Western Kazakhstan, the Kazakh transport ministry said. According to preliminary reports, only 25 of the 67 people on board survived the crash. On social media application Telegram, the ministry wrote: "A plane doing the Baku-Grozny route crashed near the city of Aktau. It belongs to Azerbaijan Airlines." Also read | Afghanistan: Taliban government spokesperson claims 46 killed in Pakistan's overnight strike Meanwhile, the Airlines, which is Azerbaijan's flag carrier, said the Embraer 190 had "made an emergency landing" around three kilometres from Aktau, an oil and gas hub on the eastern shore of the Caspian Sea. Casualties and more As per the Kazakh transport ministry, there were 62 passengers and five crew members on board. However, media reports have put the number high, up to 105, on board. Kazakhstan's emergency situation ministry said that only 25 people survived the crash, which means 42 people may have perished in the incident. "According to preliminary information, there are 25 survivors of whom 22 have been hospitalised," said the ministry on Telegram. Health officials had earlier said that 14 survivors had been hospitalised. ⚠️#BREAKING: #Azerbaijan Airlines E190 Crashes in #Kazakhstan, Survivors Reported A tragic aviation incident unfolded today as Azerbaijan Airlines Flight #J28243, an Embraer E190AR registered (4K-AZ65)carrying 72 people, crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan. The flight was en route… pic.twitter.com/BlntUOYT5m — Antony Ochieng,KE✈️ (@Turbinetraveler) December 25, 2024 × Also read | Pakistan launches overnight airstrike on Afghanistan, targets Taliban hideouts ⚠️#BREAKING: #Azerbaijan Airlines E190 Crashes in #Kazakhstan, Survivors Reported A tragic aviation incident unfolded today as Azerbaijan Airlines Flight #J28243, an Embraer E190AR registered (4K-AZ65)carrying 72 people, crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan. The flight was en route… pic.twitter.com/BlntUOYT5m — Antony Ochieng,KE✈️ (@Turbinetraveler) December 25, 2024 × Kazakhstan's Ministry for Emergency Situations earlier said its personnel were putting out a fire at the site. (With inputs from agencies)

42 killed as Azerbaijan Airlines plane bursts into flames after emergency landing in Kazakhstan

Gaps between Israel and the Hamas terror group over a possible Gaza hostage release and ceasefire deal have narrowed, according to officials. Watch this report for more details!

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<p>A former Israeli hostage held by Hamas died due to illness on Tuesday (Dec 24). She was the first to lose her life after being released alongside&nbsp;several others who returned after a hostage exchange deal earlier.</p>

<p>Nir Oz Kibbutz issued a statement announcing the demise of Hanna Katzir. She and her son, Elad, were taken hostage by the Palestinian militant group Hamas launched an attack on Israel on October 7, 2023.</p>

<p>According to news agency AFP, an Israeli government official has said that Katzir has been recognised as a victim of the October attack by Hamas.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-vows-to-target-houthi-leaders-says-will-act-against-them-to-remove-threat-786542">Israel vows to target Houthi leaders, says 'will act against them to remove threat'</a></strong></p>

<p>“Hanna Katzir, 76, kidnapped from her home in Nir Oz during the massacre on October 7th and released during the ceasefire on November 24, 2023, died on December 24, 2024, after a complex medical situation since her release. She has been recognised as a victim of terrorism,” the official said in a statement.</p>

<p>Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his condolences to Katzir family. He also said in a statement that he would “work tirelessly to bring all of our hostages home.”</p>

<h2><strong>Who was Hanna Katzir?</strong></h2>

<p>Hanna Katzir, a 76-year-old woman, was one of the hostages captured by Hamas during the October 7 attack in Israel. Earlier, the Palestinian militant group&nbsp;Islamic Jihad claimed that she had died just before a hostage deal, however, later it was discovered that she was released in November.</p>

<p><strong>Also read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-probe-finds-hamas-murdered-hostages-in-fear-of-advancing-ground-troops-786601">Israel probe finds Hamas 'murdered' hostages in fear of advancing ground troops</a></strong></p>

<p>Her husband and son were killed by Hamas in the same attack. While her husband Rami died on the same day in their home, her 47-year-old son, Elad, died in captivity. His body was brought back to Israel in April this year. Karzir was buried on Tuesday (Dec 24) afternoon.</p>

<h2><strong>Israel-Hamas&nbsp;hostage deal</strong></h2>

<p>Netanyahu on Monday (Dec 23) said in parliament that “some progress” had been made in regard to the negotiations for the release of hostages in Gaza. This comes two days after the talks towards a ceasefire and hostage release deal by Palestinian militant groups.</p>

<p>The October 7 attack resulted in over 1,200 people being killed and more than 250&nbsp;taken as hostages, according to the news agency AFP. As per&nbsp;the army, 96 civilians are still held in Gaza, while 34 have died.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A former Israeli hostage held by Hamas died due to illness on Tuesday (Dec 24). She was the first to lose her life after being released alongside several others who returned after a hostage exchange deal earlier.

A former Israeli hostage held by Hamas died due to illness on Tuesday (Dec 24). She was the first to lose her life after being released alongside several others who returned after a hostage exchange deal earlier. Nir Oz Kibbutz issued a statement announcing the demise of Hanna Katzir. She and her son, Elad, were taken hostage by the Palestinian militant group Hamas launched an attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. According to news agency AFP, an Israeli government official has said that Katzir has been recognised as a victim of the October attack by Hamas. Also read | Israel vows to target Houthi leaders, says 'will act against them to remove threat' “Hanna Katzir, 76, kidnapped from her home in Nir Oz during the massacre on October 7th and released during the ceasefire on November 24, 2023, died on December 24, 2024, after a complex medical situation since her release. She has been recognised as a victim of terrorism,” the official said in a statement. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his condolences to Katzir family. He also said in a statement that he would “work tirelessly to bring all of our hostages home.” Who was Hanna Katzir? Hanna Katzir, a 76-year-old woman, was one of the hostages captured by Hamas during the October 7 attack in Israel. Earlier, the Palestinian militant group Islamic Jihad claimed that she had died just before a hostage deal, however, later it was discovered that she was released in November. Also read | Israel probe finds Hamas 'murdered' hostages in fear of advancing ground troops Her husband and son were killed by Hamas in the same attack. While her husband Rami died on the same day in their home, her 47-year-old son, Elad, died in captivity. His body was brought back to Israel in April this year. Karzir was buried on Tuesday (Dec 24) afternoon. Israel-Hamas hostage deal Netanyahu on Monday (Dec 23) said in parliament that “some progress” had been made in regard to the negotiations for the release of hostages in Gaza. This comes two days after the talks towards a ceasefire and hostage release deal by Palestinian militant groups. The October 7 attack resulted in over 1,200 people being killed and more than 250 taken as hostages, according to the news agency AFP. As per the army, 96 civilians are still held in Gaza, while 34 have died. (With inputs from agencies)

Former Israeli hostage held in Gaza dies a year after her release

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