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India Today
10-07-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Europe strikes deal to boost Gaza aid after Israeli airstrikes kill 15
European officials have struck a new deal with Israel to allow urgently needed food and fuel into Gaza, the European Union's foreign policy chief announced Thursday. The news came amid reports that an Israeli airstrike killed 10 children and five adults waiting for medical care outside a clinic in central announcement coincided with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's departure from Washington, following meetings with US President Donald Trump. Despite the diplomatic efforts, no temporary ceasefire was finalised during the visit, though the White House continues to push for stated that Israel is pursuing a deal that would include a 60-day pause in fighting and the release of half the remaining 50 hostages believed to be held in Gaza. Many of the hostages are presumed dead. 'If this can be achieved through negotiations, so much the better,' Netanyahu said in a video statement. 'If it is not achieved through negotiations in 60 days, we will achieve it in other ways; by using force, the force of our heroic army.'Netanyahu added that a permanent end to the war would only be negotiated if Hamas disarms and relinquishes its governing and military control in the tensions, US officials remain cautiously optimistic. High-level negotiations, mediated by Egypt and Qatar and involving White House envoy Steve Witkoff, are continuing.'We're closer than we've been in quite a while, and we're hopeful, but we also recognise there are still challenges ahead,' US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said during a stop in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.- EndsWith inputs from Associated PressMust Watch
India Today
04-07-2025
- Politics
- India Today
US Independence Day: Anti-Trump protests expand across nation on July 4
As the United States marks its 249th Independence Day, national pride appears to be wavering, especially among Democrats during the Trump era. While some Americans are reconsidering how—or whether—to celebrate the Fourth of July, others are continuing their traditions with patriotic several communities across southern California, Independence Day festivities have been scaled back or cancelled amid fears stemming from federal immigration enforcement. The Los Angeles neighbourhood of El Sereno cancelled its parade after 90% of participants withdrew, citing safety Guerrero, one of the organisers, said fear of being targeted based on ethnicity discouraged attendance. 'People are patriotic, but they're afraid,' she said. Other local events, including a downtown block party and celebrations in Bell Gardens, were also PLANNED NATIONWIDE While some cities cancelled events, others have turned July Fourth into a day of protest. Demonstrations against President Trump's policies—especially cuts to Medicaid are taking place across the country. Women's March managing director Tamika Middleton said this year's events range from potlucks to large city rallies.A protest is planned at a naturalization ceremony in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, to show solidarity with new citizens. Meanwhile, a major demonstration is scheduled outside Houston's City Hall. 'We're inviting folks to imagine what true freedom looks like,' Middleton fireworks will still light up skies this year, rising tariffs have put the industry on edge. Most fireworks in the U.S. are imported from China. With tariffs on Chinese fireworks currently at 30%, and having peaked at 145% earlier this year, retailers worry about 2026 celebrations.'This year is manageable,' said Julie Heckman of the American Pyrotechnics Association, 'but the 250th anniversary could be at risk.'- EndsWith inputs from Associated PressMust Watch
India Today
26-06-2025
- India Today
12 killed in mass shooting during street celebration in Mexico's Guanajuato
At least 12 people were killed overnight in the Mexican state of Guanajuato when gunmen opened fire during a street celebration in the city of Irapuato, authorities said on Wednesday. The attack took place while locals were dancing and drinking in honor of St. John the unverified video circulating on social media appears to show people dancing in a housing complex patio while a band plays, shortly before gunfire broke out and chaos MASACRE ENCIENDE LAS ALARMAS EN #GUANAJUATO,SUBE A 12 EL NMERO DE MUERTOS TRAS ATAQUE ARMADO DURANTE UNA FIESTA PATRONAL EN LA COLONIA BARRIO NUEVO EN #IRAPUATOLas personas celebraban a #SanJuan con musica de banda, y juegos mecnicos, cuando llegaron los Corresponsales MX (@CorresponsalsMX) June 25, 2025advertisementRodolfo Gmez Cervantes, an Irapuato official, confirmed at a news conference that the death toll had risen to 12, with around 20 others wounded. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum condemned the attack and said an investigation is underway. "It is very unfortunate what happened. An investigation is underway," he located northwest of Mexico City, has for many years been one of Mexico's most violent states. Criminal groups there continue to battle over drug trafficking routes and other illicit enterprises. The state recorded 1,435 homicides in the first five months of the year, more than double the number in any other Tuesday, five more people were killed in separate incidents across the state, according to the attorney general's office. The incident follows a similar tragedy last month in Guanajuato when seven people were killed during a Catholic Church event in the town of San Bartolo de Berrios.- EndsWith inputs from Associated PressMust Watch
India Today
21-06-2025
- Politics
- India Today
Iran says Trump could end conflict with Israel with one phone call
An Iranian presidential official claimed on Friday that the United States holds the power to stop the ongoing conflict between Iran and Israel with a single phone call — if it chooses to to CNN, presidential adviser Majid Farahani urged President Donald Trump to pressure Israel to halt its aerial bombardments, saying such action could pave the way for renewed diplomatic Trump can easily stop the war by only one telephone (call) to the Israelis,' Farahani said. 'Iran believes in civilian dialogue. Directly or indirectly is not important. But as long as the bombings continue, there can be no negotiations.' Farahani's comments came as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi travelled to Geneva for high-level talks with European foreign ministers, even as he reiterated that no meaningful engagement with Washington was possible unless Israel first halted its attacks. It was the first face-to-face meeting between Western and Iranian officials since the start of the conflict. Britain's foreign secretary said after several hours of talks Friday between top European diplomats and their Iranian counterparts that the Europeans are 'keen to continue ongoing discussions and negotiations with Iran.'Foreign Secretary David Lammy said the Europeans were clear in talks in Geneva that Iran 'cannot have a nuclear weapon.' German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said that 'very serious talks' were held Friday with Iran's Abbas Araghchi. The European ministers gave few details and took no from Associated PressMust Watch
