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The attack by Hamas on Israel will inspire the most significant terror threat to the US since the rise of IS nearly a decade ago, FBI director Christopher Wray said at a congressional hearing on Tuesday. Wray said that since the start of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict in Gaza earlier this month, multiple foreign terrorist organizations have called for attacks against Americans and the West, significantly raising the threat posed by homegrown US violent extremists. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/hq7jlVM

Yemen's Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for launching drones and missiles at Israel, showing their support for the Palestinians in the ongoing conflict with Hamas. The Houthis, backed by Iran, have been engaged in a war with a Saudi-led coalition for eight years. This marks their third attack on Israel since the start of the conflict. The Houthi military spokesperson stated that there would be more attacks to come until the "Israeli aggression stops." Israel, on the other hand, said they successfully intercepted the incoming fire. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/V8sCvXt

An Israeli strike in Gaza caused extensive damage and casualties in a densely populated neighborhood. The Gaza health ministry claimed that hundreds of people were killed and injured, although this could not be immediately verified. Israel stated that the strike targeted Hamas militants, including a commander responsible for a previous massacre. Israeli ground troops and tanks are advancing further into Gaza, while humanitarian officials warn of a growing catastrophe for Palestinian civilians. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/T4AtZ7K

Violence erupted in Bangladesh as opposition activists clashed with police during protests against the government. The protests, initiated by the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) and Jamaat-e-Islami, called for the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina ahead of the upcoming elections. Two BNP members were killed, and over 100 were injured during the clashes. International concerns have been raised, with several countries calling for restraint and a fair election process. The US Ambassador has urged all sides to hold talks, but Prime Minister Hasina has rejected the call. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/S45ARvz

Israeli troops and tanks have advanced further into Gaza, with airstrikes hitting closer to hospitals where Palestinians have sought shelter. Video footage shows an Israeli tank blocking the main highway and opening fire on a car, killing three people. Israel has been vague about its operations in Gaza but recent movements suggest a focus on the main city. The death toll among Palestinians has passed 8,300, with over 1.4 million people in Gaza fleeing their homes. Hospitals in northern Gaza are under threat, with strikes hitting near several medical facilities. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/ewfuhJB

Anti-Semitic threats were posted on a Cornell University forum, prompting a response from law enforcement and the intervention of the Governor of New York. The threats included a shooting at Cornell's Center for Jewish Living and derogatory language. These incidents highlight the need to combat hate speech and maintain a safe environment on college campuses. Cornell Hillel condemned the threats, and the New York governor increased security on campuses. Prosecution of those responsible is emphasized. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/FNXjyU9

Iranian human rights lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh has been arrested for violating Iran's mandatory headscarf law after attending the funeral of a teenage girl who died after a mysterious incident on Tehran's Metro. Armita Geravanad, the girl who died, was also not wearing a headscarf at the time she was injured. Sotoudeh, known for defending activists and women prosecuted for removing their headscarves, called Geravanad's death "another state murder." Sotoudeh was previously arrested in 2018 and sentenced to 38 years in prison. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/cX3HrwP

Mississippi state senator Dean Kirby is running for re-election without any major-party opposition, a situation that is becoming increasingly common in the state. Over 80% of Mississippi's legislative candidates will have no major-party challengers in the upcoming general election. Factors contributing to the lack of challengers include political gerrymandering, overwhelming party majorities, lower salaries for lawmakers, and the unpopularity of the current president. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/bo7Jf6r

The United Auto Workers union has expanded its strike against General Motors (GM) after reaching a tentative contract agreement with Stellantis. The escalated walkout began at a Tennessee plant, GM's largest in North America, just hours after the Stellantis deal was reached. The strike now includes around 22,000 workers at GM factories in Texas, Michigan, Missouri and Tennessee. The UAW wants to wrap up negotiations with all three automakers to avoid potential deal rejection by workers at Ford and Stellantis. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/SyXsA3b

Israeli troops, backed by tanks, launched a ground assault in northern Gaza, resulting in fierce air and artillery strikes. The attack drew international calls for the protection of civilians. Israeli airstrikes targeted areas near hospitals, while Palestinian militants clashed with Israeli forces in the border area. The Israeli government has ordered expanded ground incursions into Gaza. The ongoing conflict has led to a telecommunications blackout and severe internet and phone service outages. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/4oJe23y

Turkish President Recep Erdogan has blamed Western powers for the Israeli army's "massacre" of Palestinians in Gaza. Erdogan accused the West of being the main culprit behind the violence and criticized their double standards in addressing civilian deaths. He also accused Israel's allies of creating a war atmosphere between Christians and Muslims. The Turkish leader has been a leading international supporter of Palestinian rights during his two-decade rule. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/VAQZYSO

China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi has stated that the road to the expected summit between President Xi Jinping and US President Joe Biden will not be smooth. He emphasized that the journey will not be on "autopilot" and cautioned that there are still various differences and issues to be resolved. Wang also mentioned the need for both countries to practice the consensus achieved in their previous meeting and to maintain dialogue despite the existing challenges. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/0b617uk

At a meeting of Jewish Republicans in Las Vegas, Nikki Haley criticized Donald Trump for praising foreign strongmen and warned that his style of "chaos, vendettas, and drama" would be dangerous. Haley emphasized the need for a leader who can put things back together and highlighted her foreign policy experience. Former Vice President Mike Pence announced the end of his presidential campaign, acknowledging Trump's dominance in the primary. Trump received a positive reception from the audience. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/G263iE0

The month-long Vatican meeting on the future of the Roman Catholic Church ended without clear positions on issues such as women deacons and LGBT inclusion. The meeting, called a Synod of Bishops, allowed women and lay people to vote on Church affairs for the first time. However, the final report did not take a stand on LGBT issues despite discussions beforehand. The report mentioned the need to hear and accompany marginalized individuals but did not call for greater inclusion. LGBT advocates expressed disappointment with the report. The pope will close the gathering with a Mass on Sunday. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/jN6gYfR

Law enforcement in Maine continues its search for Robert R. Card, the suspected shooter responsible for the mass shootings in Lewiston that killed 18 people and injured 13. The search, which included executing search warrants in the neighboring town of Bowdoin, has so far been unsuccessful in locating Card. The town of Lewiston and surrounding communities have been on lockdown as authorities conduct their search. Card, a US Army reservist, had previously been committed to a mental health facility. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/vA94pF1

A unique marital arrangement known as "weekend marriages" is gaining popularity in Japan. Couples who embrace this lifestyle live separately and meet only a few days a week. This arrangement, also called "separation marriages" or "shumatsukon" in Japanese, allows couples to prioritize their careers while maintaining the freshness of their relationship. However, potential challenges include financial burdens and limited face-to-face interaction. The rise of weekend marriages reflects broader societal changes in Japan. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/UdX9wMG

The names of five people found shot to death in a North Carolina home have been released by the sheriff's office. The victims were found dead from gunshot wounds and their names were announced by the Sampson County sheriff's office. The authorities are investigating the incident and have identified some people of interest. It is unclear whether the case is being treated as a mass killing. This incident comes just hours after another shooting in Maine, making it the 36th mass killing in the US this year. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/QsTDp2B

The onePulse Foundation has announced that it is dropping its plans to build a museum to honor the victims of the 2016 massacre at a gay nightclub in Florida. The foundation cited financial concerns, including soaring construction costs and the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the city of Orlando is still moving forward with constructing a memorial for the victims. The efforts to build a memorial and museum have been slow, with the nightclub's owners only recently agreeing to sell the property. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/3vtDubL

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China's top diplomat is meeting high-level US officials, possibly including President Joe Biden, on a highly watched visit to Washington that could help stabilize US-China ties by facilitating a summit between Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Wang Yi, the Chinese foreign minister, met Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Thursday afternoon, shortly after he landed for the three-day visit and quickly raised hopes that the relationship can be steadied. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/iNvOTzY

The joint statement issued following the "Cairo Peace Summit" held in Cairo on October 21, condemned individual or collective forced displacement, as well as the policy of collective punishment. It emphasized that the absence of a political solution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict has led to repeated acts of violence and suffering for the Palestinian and Israeli people and the people of the region in general, stressing the importance of the international community, especially the Security Council, to assume its responsibilities in order to achieve peace in the Middle East. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/6Qdhmpx

US President Joe Biden said on Wednesday he has "no confidence in the number that Palestinians are using" for the death toll in the Hamas-run Gaza Strip, where the health ministry says at least 7,028 people have been killed in Israeli attacks. Biden was asked at a White House press conference whether the death count, which the ministry says includes some 2,913 children, meant Israel was ignoring US appeals to reduce civilian deaths in its bombardment of the coastal enclave. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/9yKdv1s

Israeli officials expressed outrage over UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' comments regarding the recent Hamas attack in southern Israel. Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen canceled a meeting with Guterres, while Israel's Holocaust memorial, Yad Vashem, accused the UN chief of failing the test. Israel's envoy to the UN, Gilad Erdan, called for Guterres' resignation and suggested reevaluating relations with the organization. Guterres clarified his remarks, stating that he condemned the acts of terror by Hamas and did not justify them. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/U4xSmvf

Russia's parliament has passed a law to withdraw ratification of the global treaty banning nuclear weapons tests, reflecting the strained relations with the United States amid the conflict in Ukraine. Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov stated that Russia would not discuss nuclear issues with the U.S. unless Washington changed its "hostile" policy. Russia's move to deratify the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT) comes after the U.S., which signed the treaty in 1996 but never ratified it. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/Wqeu1FQ

A ceasefire in Gaza would only help Hamas, the White House said Tuesday, as Israel wages an air campaign against the militant group that carried out an unprecedented attack on the country earlier this month. Thousands of people have been killed on both sides since Hamas militants stormed across the border on October 7, executing civilians and seizing hostages, with Israel retaliating with relentless bombardment of the Gaza Strip. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/qhtviy9

Suspected paramilitary militia members torched 35 buses and a train drivers' cabin in Rio de Janeiro on Monday, paralyzing parts of the scenic Brazilian city after one of their leaders was killed in a police operation, officials said. The chaotic scenes erupted after an operation that state Governor Claudio Castro said killed the nephew and right-hand-man of a militia boss known as "Zinho." Castro said the police had delivered a "hard blow to one of the largest militias in the west" of Rio, describing the nephew, who goes by the alias "Faustao" as a "known warlord." from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/9iWVbMR

A Pakistani special court indicted on Monday jailed former PM Imran Khan and his incarcerated deputy, Shah Mehmood Qureshi, under the Official Secrets Act of 1923 in a cipher case linked to making public the contents of a classified diplomatic cable. ​The charge has added to legal hurdles that the PTI chief has been facing since his removal from office in 2022. Indictment for leaking confidential information carries a penalty of 14 years’ imprisonment and, in extreme cases, the death penalty, legal experts say. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/4mH01wO

The explosion at a hospital in Gaza City was most likely caused by a missile fired from within Gaza, and not by a rocket from Israel, UK PM Rishi Sunak said on Monday. “The misreporting of this incident had a negative effect in the region, including on a vital US diplomatic effort and on tensions here at home.” The findings are in line with conclusion reached by the US, France and Canada. Hamas said it cannot find the munition that hit the site and has declined to provide detail to support its count of 471 casualties. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/R09UKip

A premature baby squirms inside a glass incubator in the neonatal ward of al-Aqsa Hospital in the central Gaza Strip. His life hinges on the constant flow of electricity, which is in danger of running out imminently unless the hospital can get more fuel for its generators. ​​Once the generators stop, hospital director Iyad Abu Zahar fears that the babies in the ward, unable to breathe on their own, will perish. Doctors treating premature babies across Gaza are grappling with similar fears. At least 130 premature babies are at “grave risk” across six neonatal units, aid workers said. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/JiRESsb

Beijing and Manila traded blame on Sunday for two collisions between Chinese vessels and Philippine boats on a resupply mission to Filipino troops near Second Thomas Shoal in the Spratly Islands in the disputed South China Sea. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/BCuAO9i

Russia struck areas of eastern and southern Ukraine with artillery and missiles on Friday and Saturday, killing at least three people and wounding four others, officials said. The strikes come as both sides prepare for a gruelling winter of fighting. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/vtZx49m

A female NYPD officer and a man from Yonkers have been arrested for allegedly distributing drugs, including fentanyl and heroin. The officer, Grace Rose Baez, is accused of selling narcotics to an undercover federal informant while on active duty. She provided a sample of fentanyl and offered to sell one kilogram of heroin and 800 grams of fentanyl to the informant. The transactions took place while Baez was on desk duty at an NYPD facility. Baez and the man she was arrested with, Cesar Martinez, have been charged with conspiracy to distribute narcotics. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/h9jOVWJ

President Joe Biden assured European Union leaders during their meeting at the White House that the United States will provide substantial aid to Ukraine and Israel. Biden emphasized the unity between the US and EU in supporting Ukraine and tackling economic challenges, while also discussing the need to back Israel after the recent Hamas attack and establish trade standards with China. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/jwKUgtD

Violence in the West Bank has escalated amid ongoing clashes between Israeli soldiers and settlers and Palestinians. Concerns are rising that the territory could become a third front in a wider conflict, following Israel's bombardment of Gaza and clashes with Hezbollah at the Lebanon border. Over 80 Palestinians have been killed and more than 900 people have been arrested since October 7. The violence poses a challenge to both Israel and the Palestinian Authority, with growing support for armed resistance. The Israeli military is on high alert, anticipating attacks from Hamas militants in the West Bank. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/9ySPGLp

Britain's Labour Party dealt a crushing blow to PM Rishi Sunak's Conservatives on Friday, winning two previously safe parliamentary seats in victories leader Keir Starmer said showed voters wanted change at the next national election. The double defeat showed a big slump in support for the governing Conservatives, who have won the last four national votes, and suggests Labour is on course to win power for the first time since 2010 at an election expected next year. While so-called by-elections are often lost by the governing party, the scale of the defeat in two parliamentary seats the Conservatives have held for years piles pressure on Sunak. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/j3whfYC

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has announced her separation from her partner, TV journalist Andrea Giambruno, who has faced backlash for making sexist comments. Meloni stated that she should not be judged for his remarks and will no longer address questions about his behavior. The split comes as Meloni marks her first year in office, leading a right-wing coalition government that prioritizes traditional family values. The couple, who have a 7-year-old daughter, had been together for nearly 10 years. Giambruno's controversial comments and actions have been a subject of public scrutiny. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/WJdAvFG

A Pentagon report on China's military power reveals that Beijing is rapidly building up its nuclear weapons arsenal and may be learning lessons from Russia's war in Ukraine. The report warns that China could be pursuing a new intercontinental missile system that would allow it to threaten the continental United States. The annual report, required by Congress, highlights China's accelerating military buildup and its goal of matching or surpassing US global power by midcentury. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/GilhBAX

A former lawyer for Donald Trump on Thursday pleaded guilty to aiding the former US president's efforts to overturn his election defeat in the state of Georgia, agreeing to testify against him if called. The lawyer, Sidney Powell, pleaded guilty to six counts of conspiracy to commit intentional interference with performance of election duties, a misdemeanor charge. ​​She agreed to testify against Trump and the other 16 co-defendants in the case if prosecutors ask her too. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/Boy5tLa

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The new international airport in Pokhara, Nepal, built with Chinese financing and constructed by Chinese companies, has become an economic burden for Nepal. The airport, part of China's Belt and Road Initiative, has raised concerns over Chinese control and debt. China CAMC Engineering, the construction arm of a state-owned conglomerate, dictated terms to maximize profits and limit Nepali oversight. The airport's association with the Belt and Road Initiative has also strained relations with India, as no Indian airlines currently plan to operate there. Additionally, the airport has yet to attract international flights, casting doubt on its ability to repay loans. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/wRDeUXo

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in Beijing for a meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. This visit is seen as a way to showcase the strong partnership between the two countries amidst the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. It is Putin's first official trip outside of the former Soviet Union this year. The visit is taking place on the sidelines of an international conference and is not a full-fledged bilateral visit. China has rejected criticism of its partnership with Russia and asserts its right to collaborate with any country it chooses. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/WnxJ40y

Reluctant Republicans are refusing to give Jordan their votes, viewing the Ohio congressman as too extreme for the powerful position of House speaker, second in line to the presidency. Jordan has been a top Trump ally, particularly during the January 6 Capitol attack by the former president's backers who were trying to overturn the 2020 election he lost to Biden. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/KPG0n9W

Inderpal Singh, an Indian-origin Singaporean, has won the fourth season of 'MasterChef Singapore'. Singh, a home-based F&B business owner, walked away with SGD 10,000 in cash and other gifts. He won the three-way competition with a score of 76.6 out of 90, beating the runner-up by 3.6 points. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/s1LJm0w

Russia is aiming to break through Ukrainian defences in the Kupiansk-Lyman area, according to Ukraine's ground forces commander. The area has seen a sharp increase in fighting, with Russia allegedly bringing in staff and preparing for offensive actions. The towns of Kupiansk and Lyman were key in Ukraine's efforts to evict Russian troops from the Donbas industrial heartland. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/4Fhzabr

Rafael Grossi, the chief of the UN nuclear watchdog, has warned that the international community must not fail in Iran as it did in North Korea. He expressed concern about Iran's nuclear program and emphasized the importance of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in monitoring and preventing the development of nuclear weapons. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/nk4a1dm

The war between Sudan's military and a paramilitary group has resulted in the deaths of up to 9,000 people and created a severe humanitarian crisis, according to the United Nations. The conflict, which started in mid-April, has led to widespread displacement and a cholera outbreak. The fighting has not only affected the capital, Khartoum, but has also spread to other areas of Sudan, including the already conflict-ridden Darfur region. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/xjEUXn4

Senior members of New Zealand's National Party will meet to plan forming a coalition government after winning a slim majority in the general election. Prime Minister-elect Christopher Luxon said negotiations would happen behind closed doors and that he is prepared to work with other parties to form a stable government. The National Party won 50 seats and the ACT Party won 11, securing a majority of just one seat in the 121-seat parliament. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/YtR1vFp

The US government has advised its citizens in Gaza to move south toward the Rafah border crossing with Egypt in preparation for a possible reopening. The US worked with Egypt, Israel, and Qatar to try to open the crossing on Saturday, but it is unclear if Hamas will allow access. The U.S. estimates there are 500-600 dual-citizen Palestinian-Americans in Gaza, and they hope to evacuate them. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/lJxKvQG

The US State Department has organized a charter flight to evacuate Americans from Israel amid the conflict in Gaza. The flight landed in Athens, and more charter flights are scheduled between Athens and Tel Aviv. US airlines, including United, American, and Delta, are also increasing connecting flights to help Americans return home. The airlines temporarily halted direct flights to Israel but are being urged by lawmakers to resume flights to Tel Aviv. from World News Headlines, Latest International News, World Breaking News - Times of India https://ift.tt/ZdVUcJh