Meanwhile, Chief Cabinet Secretary Yoshimasa Hayashi reiterated that Tokyo «will continue to work closely with the international community»

A total of 126 people were killed as a result of shelling in the Gaza Strip on Monday, the Al Jazeera TV channel noted

«Venezuela reaffirms its commitment to peace and dialogue between countries, as well as the right of peoples to live free from threats and interference,» the republic’s Foreign Minister Yvan Gil Pinto added

No injuries or damage were reported, and authorities have not issued a tsunami warning

The Chinese president emphasized the importance of joint efforts to «build a beautiful world free of poverty with prosperity for all»

Lt Gen Sumer Ivan D'Cunha asserted India's capability to strike any target within Pakistan, emphasizing the nation's preparedness to respond across the entire depth of Pakistani territory if needed. Operation Sindoor showcased India's use of locally developed technology, including long-range drones and guided munitions, to strike key Pakistani airbases.

India's ambassador to Israel, JP Singh, asserted that Operation Sindoor, initiated in response to Pakistan's cross-border terrorism, remains paused, not concluded. He urged a global coalition against terrorism, demanding Pakistan hand over key figures like Hafiz Saeed. Singh highlighted India's firm stance against terrorism, emphasizing that treaties require an end to Pakistan's support for terrorist activities.

The Ministry of Home Affairs has launched the e-Zero initiative in Delhi, automatically converting cyber financial crimes above Rs 10 lakh reported on the 1930 helpline into FIRs. Home Minister Amit Shah announced the project's imminent nationwide expansion, aiming for swift investigations and cybercriminal crackdown.

India faced a busy period with the arrest of ex-UCO Bank CMD in a major fraud case and ongoing trade talks with the US amidst tariff concerns. Bengaluru grappled with severe flooding after record rainfall, while the Supreme Court clarified bail norms under the PMLA.

The Indian Air Force (IAF) released a video showcasing Operation Sindoor, its response to a Pakistan-backed terror attack in Pahalgam that killed 26. The IAF conducted precision strikes on terror-linked sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir, including Jaish-e-Mohammed and Lashkar-e-Taiba locations. Pakistan retaliated, leading to further IAF strikes on radar installations and airbases.

The PWHL's two newest franchises in Seattle and Vancouver will begin stocking their rosters early next month through an exclusive free agency period followed by an expansion draft.

It's a massive undertaking, but two men are hoping to turn much of eastern Ontario into a dark-sky preserve — and they're leaning into astrotourism, something they say has been a growing trend since the pandemic.

A 19-year-old man has been charged with impaired driving causing death after three children were killed in an overnight crash on a Highway 401 off ramp in Etobicoke, police say. 

Pavel Durov has revealed more details about an alleged attempt by France’s foreign intelligence agency to influence geopolitics via Telegram Read Full Article at RT.com

A Singaporean man has been arrested in Japan after allegedly committing indecent acts against a teenage boy at a hot spring facility. The incident allegedly occurred on May 14 at an onsen inn, a hot spring facility in Tagami Town between 4pm and 5pm, reported NTV.  The 55-year-old suspect, who was not named, is accused of inappropriately touching a boy, including his genitals, multiple times without consent, according to Niigata Nippo. According to Kamo Police Station, a relative of the teenage boy had reported the outrage of modesty, and the suspect was arrested by the police at Niigata Station on May 16 at around 9.30pm. The suspect was said to be on vacation in Japan at the time. «I only put my hand on the left shoulder of the seated boy to get out of the bath,» he reportedly told the police, denying the charges. AsiaOne has reached out to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for additional information.

After being elected as Non-Constituency Members of Parliament (NCMPs), the Workers' Party's (WP) Eileen Chong and Andre Low have promised to take Singapore further, in statements on their respective Facebook pages on Monday (May 19). Expressing her gratitude to her WP Tampines GRC teammates Faisal Manap, Michael Thng, Jimmy Tan and Dr Ong Lue Ping, the 33-year-old Chong also addressed Singaporeans, thanking them for their support. The Tampines GRC team had determined among themselves that Chong would be the one declared elected as NCMP, submitting their decision to the Returning Officer Han Kok Juan on Sunday (May 18). «To my fellow Singaporeans, I hope to continue listening to your concerns, struggles and hopes for a better Singapore in the months and years ahead,» she said in her Facebook post. «I will serve with conviction and integrity, and work hard to earn your trust.»

The Supreme Court of Vanuatu has confirmed that the Judicial Review (JR) claim filed by suspended Director General (DG) of the Ministry of Trade and Commerce (MOTC), Jimmy Rantes, may proceed to a full hearing.

The Government of Vanuatu and utility provider UNELCO have officially signed the Etas Garden Addendum to the Port Vila Water Concession Contract.

The Supreme Court wrapped up the first day of the Judicial Review (JR) trial into the lawfulness of the Vanuatu Teachers Union (VTU)-initiated teachers’ strike, completing the cross-examination of VTU witnesses.

In a heartwarming show of appreciation, a group of children from Tanna has surprised their mother with a brand-new Toyota Land Cruiser as a special Mother’s Day gift, recognising her years of dedication and the many challenges she has faced…

Families spanning up to four generations at Vulankara village in Turtle Bay, Santo, are facing eviction this week after receiving notice to vacate the land they have lived on for more than 40 years.

President Trump has criticized the “crazy” scale of US involvement in a foreign conflict that “should have remained a European situation” Read Full Article at RT.com

US President Donald Trump has said the Ukrainian leader is “not the easiest person to deal with,” Read Full Article at RT.com

US president refused to say what that line is because «it makes the negotiation even more difficult than it is»

«The people of Israel and I wish you a full and speedy recovery,» Israeli Prime Minister wrote on his X page

«I believe he [Russian President Vladimir Putin] wants to stop,» US leader said, answering questions from reporters

According to his statement, the Jewish state will not abandon its right to self-defense and aims to achieve «total victory» in the Palestinian enclave

According to the US president, «it would be great» to hold peace talks specifically at the Vatican, as he believes it «would have some extra significance» and could be «helpful»

Mark Episkopos, the Eurasia Research Fellow at the Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft, said that «both Russia and Ukraine want the White House to remain engaged in the peace process.»

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