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E-commerce giant Amazon is donating $1 million to United States President-elect Donald Trump's inaugural fund. The company will also air the event on Prime Video, an Amazon spokesperson said on Thursday (Dec 12). The Wall Street Journal reported that Prime Video will be an in-kind donation worth another $1 million.&nbsp;

Amazon's founder Jeff Bezos is expected to meet the Republican leader next week, Trump said in his interview with CNBC on Thursday (Dec 12).&nbsp;

Trump has criticised the Washington Post (Owned by Bezos) for its coverage during his first term in the White House.

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In the November 2024 US presidential election, the Post blocked the endorsement of the Democratic nominee Kamala Harris, which led to the resignation of several editors from the media outlet.&nbsp;

But Bezos defended the move, saying, "Most people believe the media is biased," and the WaPo&nbsp;and other newspapers needed to boost their credibility.&nbsp;

<h2>Meta's donation</h2>

Amazon's reported donation comes just after Mark Zuckerberg's Meta announced a $1 million donation to Trump's inaugural fund for the inauguration on&nbsp;January 20.&nbsp;

Zuckerberg's donation was made after Trump openly threatened repercussions for any perceived meddling by technology leaders in his election campaigns. The Republican had threatened Zuckerberg that he would “spend the rest of his life in prison” if he tried to interfere in the 2024 US presidential election.&nbsp;

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Zuckerberg or Meta did not contribute to Trump's or incumbent President Joe Biden's inaugural fund in 2017 and 2021 respectively.&nbsp; 
 
But in recent years, the Meta CEO has worked to bridge the gaps between him and Republicans as he hosted dinners and meetings with important personalities. This also includes a meeting with the incoming president at his Mar-a-Lago residence. At one such event, Zuckerberg gifted Trump a pair of Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses.&nbsp; 
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The donation worth $1 million is reportedly an effort by Zuckerberg to report Meta as neutral in political matters.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

E-commerce giant Amazon is donating $1 million to United States President-elect Donald Trump's inaugural fund. The company will also air the event on Prime Video, an Amazon spokesperson said on Thursday (Dec 12).

E-commerce giant Amazon is donating $1 million to United States President-elect Donald Trump's inaugural fund. The company will also air the event on Prime Video, an Amazon spokesperson said on Thursday (Dec 12). The Wall Street Journal reported that Prime Video will be an in-kind donation worth another $1 million. Amazon's founder Jeff Bezos is expected to meet the Republican leader next week, Trump said in his interview with CNBC on Thursday (Dec 12). Trump has criticised the Washington Post (Owned by Bezos) for its coverage during his first term in the White House. Watch | Allu Arjun Arrested By Hyderabad Police In Sandhya Theatre Woman Death Case In the November 2024 US presidential election, the Post blocked the endorsement of the Democratic nominee Kamala Harris, which led to the resignation of several editors from the media outlet. But Bezos defended the move, saying, "Most people believe the media is biased," and the WaPo and other newspapers needed to boost their credibility. Meta's donation Amazon's reported donation comes just after Mark Zuckerberg's Meta announced a $1 million donation to Trump's inaugural fund for the inauguration on January 20. Zuckerberg's donation was made after Trump openly threatened repercussions for any perceived meddling by technology leaders in his election campaigns. The Republican had threatened Zuckerberg that he would “spend the rest of his life in prison” if he tried to interfere in the 2024 US presidential election. Also read | Nvidia expands workforce in China amid growth plans Zuckerberg or Meta did not contribute to Trump's or incumbent President Joe Biden's inaugural fund in 2017 and 2021 respectively. But in recent years, the Meta CEO has worked to bridge the gaps between him and Republicans as he hosted dinners and meetings with important personalities. This also includes a meeting with the incoming president at his Mar-a-Lago residence. At one such event, Zuckerberg gifted Trump a pair of Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses. The donation worth $1 million is reportedly an effort by Zuckerberg to report Meta as neutral in political matters. (With inputs from agencies)

After Meta, Amazon to donate $1 million to Trump's inaugural fund

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Estonia's foreign minister Margus Tsahkna has emphasised that India is able to influence Russian President Vladimir Putin for peace as the war in Ukraine enters its 3rd year in 2025. Speaking to Wion's Sidhant Sibal in Estonia's capital Tallinn, the foreign minister said, "India has a position to be influence and to give the very straightforward messages to Mr. Putin that the peace and not to be so aggressive, not change the borders using military force. This must be done". India has been engaging with both Russia and Ukraine in the war and has called for 'dialogue & Diplomacy'. Indian PM Modi was in Russia 2 times this year, first for a bilateral visit & then for the BRICS summit in Kazan. He also traveled to Kyiv, and & met President Zelenskyy.

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Both Israel and the incoming Donald Trump administration in the US are mulling strikes on Iranian nuclear sites to prevent the Shi’ite nation from developing a nuclear bomb. The Times of Israel reported citing military officials that there was an opportunity for the Israeli Defense Forces to strike Iranian nuclear facilities after the weakening of Iranian proxy groups in the Middle East and the dramatic fall of the Bashar al-Assad regime in Syria.

The IDF is worried that a weakened Iran may now expedite its nuclear development programme to maintain deterrence.

The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported Friday that President-elect Donald Trump was keeping open the possibility of launching pre-emptive strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, a move inconsistent with the American policy of using diplomacy and sanctions to exert pressure on Tehran.

Trump allies and cabinet members also believe that strikes are possible given the decimation of regime proxy militias Hezbollah and Hamas in the region as well as the ouster of Assad from Syria.

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During recent calls, Trump has reportedly told Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu that he is most worried about the prospect of Tehran getting a nuclear bomb; however, he wants to avoid the involvement of the US military in any conflict as well. As per the WSJ report, the Trump team has devised a “maximum pressure 2.0” strategy against the theocratic regime, with the administration now open to taking military actions.

The new plan may include sending more US military personnel to the West Asian region and selling more arms to Israel, including bunker-busting bombs.

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Earlier on Thursday, Trump said during an interview that he could go to war with Iran because Tehran plotted to assassinate him. “Anything can happen,” he said. “It’s a very volatile situation.”

According to officials cited by the WSJ, Trump contemplated launching strikes on Iran during the end of this first term as well.

(With inputs from agencies)

Both Israel and the incoming Donald Trump administration in the US are mulling strikes on Iranian nuclear sites to prevent the Shi’ite nation from developing a nuclear bomb.

Both Israel and the incoming Donald Trump administration in the US are mulling strikes on Iranian nuclear sites to prevent the Shi’ite nation from developing a nuclear bomb. The Times of Israel reported citing military officials that there was an opportunity for the Israeli Defense Forces to strike Iranian nuclear facilities after the weakening of Iranian proxy groups in the Middle East and the dramatic fall of the Bashar al-Assad regime in Syria. The IDF is worried that a weakened Iran may now expedite its nuclear development programme to maintain deterrence. The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported Friday that President-elect Donald Trump was keeping open the possibility of launching pre-emptive strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, a move inconsistent with the American policy of using diplomacy and sanctions to exert pressure on Tehran. Trump allies and cabinet members also believe that strikes are possible given the decimation of regime proxy militias Hezbollah and Hamas in the region as well as the ouster of Assad from Syria. Also read: Man dies by suicide, tags Musk and Trump in last post, accuses wife of harassment During recent calls, Trump has reportedly told Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu that he is most worried about the prospect of Tehran getting a nuclear bomb; however, he wants to avoid the involvement of the US military in any conflict as well. As per the WSJ report, the Trump team has devised a “maximum pressure 2.0” strategy against the theocratic regime, with the administration now open to taking military actions. The new plan may include sending more US military personnel to the West Asian region and selling more arms to Israel, including bunker-busting bombs. Watch: Russia-Ukraine War: Trump 'Vehemently' Opposed To Firing ATACMS Deep Into Russia × Earlier on Thursday, Trump said during an interview that he could go to war with Iran because Tehran plotted to assassinate him. “Anything can happen,” he said. “It’s a very volatile situation.” According to officials cited by the WSJ, Trump contemplated launching strikes on Iran during the end of this first term as well. (With inputs from agencies)

Both Israel, Trump team mulling launching strikes on Iranian nuclear sites: Reports

Estonia's Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna has emphasised that India can influence Russian President Vladimir Putin for peace as the war in Ukraine enters its third year in 2025.

Estonia's Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna has emphasised that India can influence Russian President Vladimir Putin for peace as the war in Ukraine enters its third year in 2025. Speaking to WION's Sidhant Sibal in Estonia's capital Tallinn, the foreign minister said, "India has a position to be influence and to give the very straightforward messages to Mr Putin that the peace and not to be so aggressive, not change the borders using military force. This must be done". India has been engaging with both Russia and Ukraine amid the ongoing war and has called for 'dialogue and diplomacy'. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi was in Russia two times this year, first for a bilateral visit and then for the BRICS summit in Kazan. He also travelled to Kyiv and met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Also read: ‘Too risky to accept,’ Xi likely to decline Trump’s invitation to inauguration The Estonian foreign minister spoke about his recent meeting with India's External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar in Bahrain. FM Tsahkna hoped EAM would visit his country next year and said that he had "asked for Indian participation in Estonia's exercises about cyber defense". Estonia is a leading nation when it comes to cybersecurity and hosts the Center of Excellence on Cyber Defence in Tallinn for both NATO and the eu-LISA. Read the full interview here: WION: India-Estonia relationship, how do you see it, particularly when it comes to areas like cyber, security and defence. Margus Tsahkna: Our relations are more practical than ever before, and I was in India this year for Raisina Dialogue. And also less than a week ago, we had a bilateral meeting with Indian foreign minister in Bahrain, and we discussed the cooperation on cyber security, digitalisation. And we have asked as well for Indian participate in our exercises about cyber defence. So these relations are very practical as well for our companies going to India and the investments from other side to Estonia. So these ties very active. WION: And you expect the visit of the Indian foreign minister very soon. Margus Tsahkna: I do expect that the Indian foreign minister should come to visit Estonia. We agreed that in 2025, and to open the Indian Embassy here, and also the statue of Mahatma Gandhi in our capital Tallinn, we have organised this. A very nice place for the statue and as a symbol of our relations. WION: So now moving on to your region. You border Russia. How much has the war that started in 2022 has impacted your country, and how do you see India's role in terms of helping make sure that there is less escalation and perhaps peace? Margus Tsahkna: Of course, Estonia is a neighbouring country of Ukraine, we have been supportive for Ukraine, like 3.4 per cent of our GDP. But also, we understood that Russia has committed aggression already years ago, and Russia will remain aggressive country. Estonia is the member of NATO, member of European Union. We have US, British, and French troops on the ground, ready to act. So, I think that Russia has no plans to attack us directly, but we have witnessed different hybrid attacks and cyber-attacks, 24/7 from Russia. So, we know that Russia is a very aggressive country, Estonian and as well, Ukrainian, we want to have a just and long-lasting peace there. But I don't see that Putin has changed the goal, and let's hope that we will have this peace. And India, of course, as a huge democracy and economic power plays a great role there, of course, maybe more stronger steps to deal with Russia and also economically, not so actively cooperating. But of course, India has a position to be influence and to give the very straightforward messages to Mr Putin that the peace and not to be so aggressive, not change the borders using military force. This must be done. WION: Before the inauguration of (US President-elect Donald) Trump's presidency. Do you see the escalation increasing or decreasing? And do you see 2025, as a year of peace when it comes to resolving this war Margus Tsahkna: Putin is using all the possibilities to push as heavily as possible on the ground, of course, on the battlefield, but at the same time, mainly, he is bombing and destroying the civilian infrastructure, energy systems and just the civil people, terrorised the Ukraine people to break them, but Ukrainians are not breaking down. And of course, Putin's plan is to have the best position for negotiations, before that Trump is entering. I think that some kind of negotiations next year will be there. But the question is that whether we can change the Putin school to restore the Soviet empire and push the impact to Russia and give the solid working security guarantees for Ukraine and for Europe. Or we are not able to do that, so next year will be critical. Watch: Russia-Ukraine War: Trump 'Vehemently' Opposed To Firing ATACMS Deep Into Russia WION: So you're a NATO member country now, essentially the NATO chief has said that we need to be in a wartime mindset. There have also been calls of increasing budgetary support by each NATO member country. How do you see these calls and what's your view on the comments made by the NATO chief? Margus Tsahkna: I totally agree with NATO secretary general position that we are in a war situation as we need to put as much defence investments in as we do it as we did during the Cold War time. And this is a realistic understanding of the situation. It's not an escalation from NATO side. No, NATO is a peaceful organisation. We are for these nations, for the members, to secure the situation and peace, but we need to invest more. And from an Estonian perspective, it is nothing new. We are putting 3.4 per cent of GDP military investments every year, and on top of that, we have a 1.6 billion euros worth program for the next few years. So we expect as well that original member NATO states will invest at least 2.5 or up to three per cent of GDP. WION: So my last question ends again on India relationship in terms of the two-way investment and trade. How do you see the situation as there is also talk, of course, of e-residency. Approximately 4000 Indians have become e-residents as well if you can talk about it, how helpful it has been for the people of the region and for India as well. Margus Tsahkna: Estonia is like the perfect business environment. We have no bureaucracy. We have a brilliant tax system, and we have this e-residency program that you can be a part of this environment without becoming physically an Estonian resident. So you don't have to come to Estonia to run your businesses in the Estonian environment , to pay taxes. Here have all these e-services online, open for your businesses. And also, Estonia is like the gateway to the European market. We are member of the European Union. So I'm very happy that more and more Indian businesses are finding a way to our environment and also having business in Estonia and with Europe.

India can influence Putin on peace: Estonia FM Margus Tsahkna

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A man from the US state of Wisconsin who allegedly faked his own death and fled to Eastern Europe has returned to the United States and turned himself in on Tuesday (Dec 10), said the Green Lake County Sheriff.&nbsp;

Ryan Borgwardt, 45, left his wife and three children. However, the reason and his whereabouts for the past four months have not yet been revealed by the police. He is being held in the Green Lake County Jail and was set to appear in court on December 11.

Borgwardt could be asked to reimburse the cost of his search and rescue operations, Sheriff Mark Podoll said, according to NBC News.

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Borgwardt was reported missing on August 12 after he did not return from a fishing trip on Green Lake, which is about an hour away from his Watertown home in Wisconsin.

Green Lake County Sheriff’s Office was only able to find the man’s kayak and a tackle box containing a set of keys, a wallet, and his license. Soon the officials found evidence of Borgwardt leaving for Europe via Canada.

Borgwardt had deliberately overturned his kayak, tossed his phone and returned to the coast in a small inflatable boat, Podoll said. He then rode an e-bike to Madison, about 80 miles away, and then boarded a bus to Detroit, Michigan. He eventually crossed the Canadian border and flew to Europe.

Before his elaborate scheme, Borgwardt transferred money to a foreign bank account and changed his email. He also communicated with a woman in Uzbekistan. He cashed out a life insurance policy worth $375,000, which was intended to help his family.

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The investigators came into contact with Borgwardt on November 11 through a Russian-speaking woman. She did not reveal whether she was the same woman in Uzbekistan or if she was with Borgwardt, Podoll said.

He remained in contact with the authorities since then and appeared safe but did not speak with his family, the sheriff&nbsp;said during a press conference in late November.

“In our communications, we are expressing the importance of his decision to return home and clean up the mess that he has created,” Podoll said, CNN reported. Borgwardt expressed regret for hurting his family and “also feels bad about the amount of hours that we have put in the community.” He also said that Borgwardt thought that the authorities would stop looking after him after about two weeks.

“He picked the wrong sheriff and the wrong department,” Podoll said.

(With inputs from agencies)

A man from the US state of Wisconsin who allegedly faked his own death and fled to Eastern Europe has returned to the United States and turned himself in on Tuesday (Dec 10), said the Green Lake County Sheriff.

A man from the US state of Wisconsin who allegedly faked his own death and fled to Eastern Europe has returned to the United States and turned himself in on Tuesday (Dec 10), said the Green Lake County Sheriff. Ryan Borgwardt, 45, left his wife and three children. However, the reason and his whereabouts for the past four months have not yet been revealed by the police. He is being held in the Green Lake County Jail and was set to appear in court on December 11. Borgwardt could be asked to reimburse the cost of his search and rescue operations, Sheriff Mark Podoll said, according to NBC News. Also read | UnitedHealthcare CEO murder: Fingerprints from crime scene match Mangione's, say police Borgwardt was reported missing on August 12 after he did not return from a fishing trip on Green Lake, which is about an hour away from his Watertown home in Wisconsin. Green Lake County Sheriff’s Office was only able to find the man’s kayak and a tackle box containing a set of keys, a wallet, and his license. Soon the officials found evidence of Borgwardt leaving for Europe via Canada. Borgwardt had deliberately overturned his kayak, tossed his phone and returned to the coast in a small inflatable boat, Podoll said. He then rode an e-bike to Madison, about 80 miles away, and then boarded a bus to Detroit, Michigan. He eventually crossed the Canadian border and flew to Europe. Before his elaborate scheme, Borgwardt transferred money to a foreign bank account and changed his email. He also communicated with a woman in Uzbekistan. He cashed out a life insurance policy worth $375,000, which was intended to help his family. Also read | Who is Kimberly Guilfoyle, Trump junior’s former date and next US envoy to Greece? The investigators came into contact with Borgwardt on November 11 through a Russian-speaking woman. She did not reveal whether she was the same woman in Uzbekistan or if she was with Borgwardt, Podoll said. He remained in contact with the authorities since then and appeared safe but did not speak with his family, the sheriff said during a press conference in late November. “In our communications, we are expressing the importance of his decision to return home and clean up the mess that he has created,” Podoll said, CNN reported. Borgwardt expressed regret for hurting his family and “also feels bad about the amount of hours that we have put in the community.” He also said that Borgwardt thought that the authorities would stop looking after him after about two weeks. “He picked the wrong sheriff and the wrong department,” Podoll said. (With inputs from agencies)

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