Important electoral battles in India and around the world in 2023

Istanbul welcomes Hamas and Egypt to conduct important talks

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan had a day of conducting important talks.

Hamas leader Haniyeh to hold talks with Turkey's Erdogan

Erdogan's Controlling AK Party Dealt Major Blow in Local Elections

Erdogan's Controlling , AK Party Dealt Major Blow , in Local Elections. On March 31, Turkey's local election saw the controlling Justice and Development (AK) Party register its biggest lost to the nation's main opposition party. On March 31, Turkey's local election saw the controlling Justice and Development (AK) Party register its biggest lost to the nation's main opposition party. CNN reports that the opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) claimed victories in a number of key cities, including Ankara and Istanbul. The election for city mayors, district mayors and other local level officials saw President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's AK Party lose the popular vote for the first time since 2002. The losses come nearly one year after Erdogan narrowly won re-election in May, securing a close runoff vote victory over opposition leader Kemal Killicdaroglu. The losses come nearly one year after Erdogan narrowly won re-election in May, securing a close runoff vote victory over opposition leader Kemal Killicdaroglu. According to Turkey's High Electoral Council, preliminary results showed the CHP wining 35 out of 81 municipalities, which includes 14 out of 30 of the country's urban areas. State broadcaster TRT said Erdogan's main political rival in the CHP, Ekrem Imamoglu, was reelected as the mayor of Istanbul, earning 51.1% of the vote. The period of one-man rule is over today, Ekrem Imamoglu, CHP Mayor of Istanbul, via CNN. As we celebrate our victory, we send a resounding message to the world: the decline of democracy ends now. Istanbul stands as a beacon of hope, a testament to the resilience of democratic values in the face of rising authoritarianism, Ekrem Imamoglu, CHP Mayor of Istanbul, via CNN. Other major CHP victories were scored in Ankara, where incumbent mayor Mansur Yavas won 60.4% of the vote, and in Izmir, where Cemil Tugay secured 48.9% of the vote. Other major CHP victories were scored in Ankara, where incumbent mayor Mansur Yavas won 60.4% of the vote, and in Izmir, where Cemil Tugay secured 48.9% of the vote. CNN reports that the most recent elections came amid an economic downturn that has persisted despite Erdogan's adoption of more mainstream economic policies.

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Iran Attacks Israel: Blinken Speaks with Turkey, Jordan and Saudi Amid Looming Crisis| Oneindia News

Amid escalating tension in the Middle East, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken engaged in diplomatic talks with regional leaders after Iran's strikes on Israel. The US reiterated support for Israel's defence and emphasized diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the crisis. The situation remains tense, with Israel assessing its response. #iranattacksisrael #iranisrael #iranisraellivenow #iranisraelwarfootage #iranisraelyudh #israeliranyudh #iranisraelconflic #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~ED.103~GR.122~

Egypt sends delegation to Israel to broker ceasefire in Gaza

All the latest developments on the war in Ukraine.

Egypt's women rappers fight for place in rising scene

Israel's Military Intelligence Chief Resigns After October 7 Attack

Israel's Military Intelligence Chief , Resigns After October 7 Attack. On April 22, the head of Israel's military intelligence said he would step down after failing to prevent the October 7 Hamas attack. Associated Press reports that the announcement makes Major General Aharon Haliva the first senior figure to resign in the wake of the deadliest attack in Israel's history. Associated Press reports that the announcement makes Major General Aharon Haliva the first senior figure to resign in the wake of the deadliest attack in Israel's history. The intelligence directorate under my command did not live up to the task we were entrusted with, Major General Aharon Haliva, via Associated Press. I carry that black day with me ever since, day after day, night after night. I will carry the horrible pain of the war with me forever, Major General Aharon Haliva, via Associated Press. AP points out that resignations by security and military officials have been stalled by numerous Israeli conflicts. In addition to the ongoing war in Gaza, Israel faces conflict with both the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah and Iran, engaging in multiple fronts. In addition to the ongoing war in Gaza, Israel faces conflict with both the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah and Iran, engaging in multiple fronts. Following the October 7 Hamas attack, Haliva and other leaders publicly shouldered the blame for not being able to prevent or react to the unexpected attack. . Following the October 7 Hamas attack, Haliva and other leaders publicly shouldered the blame for not being able to prevent or react to the unexpected attack. . Other leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, have refused to acknowledge direct responsibility or step down, despite growing protests. Other leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, have refused to acknowledge direct responsibility or step down, despite growing protests. Havila's resignation came as the Jewish faith prepares to celebrate Passover, a major holiday that begins on April 22 and marks the biblical exodus of Jews from Egypt. . Havila's resignation came as the Jewish faith prepares to celebrate Passover, a major holiday that begins on April 22 and marks the biblical exodus of Jews from Egypt. . The October 7 attack sparked the ongoing war in Gaza, which has already killed over 34,000 Palestinians and displaced an estimated 80% of the population. . The October 7 attack sparked the ongoing war in Gaza, which has already killed over 34,000 Palestinians and displaced an estimated 80% of the population.

6 Facts About the Passover Holiday

6 Facts About the Passover Holiday. This year’s Passover celebration falls on April 5th and ends on April 13th. Whether you’re personally participating or not, it’s important to understand this significant Jewish holiday. Here are six key facts to help you out. 1. Why is Passover celebrated?, To remember and celebrate the biblical story of God freeing the Jewish people from slavery in Egypt. 2. When is Passover?, The Hebrew calendar doesn’t match the Gregorian calendar, so the date of Passover shifts every year. 3. What is a Haggadah?, A Haggadah is a book used during the seder to tell the story of Passover. 4. What is a seder?, The Hebrew word translates to “order” and is a ritual that involves food, song, storytelling and family. 5. What are traditional Passover foods?, There are ceremonial foods such as lamb shank, roasted egg, celery and bitter greens. 6. What foods cannot be eaten?, Foods made of fermented grains, known as “chametz,” are not permitted as well as foods not labeled "kosher."

NATO Warns China Over Growing Support to Russia Amid War with Ukraine | Oneindia News

As China strengthens trade and military ties with Russia amidst Western sanctions, NATO issues a stern warning, urging Beijing to halt its support for Russia's actions in Ukraine if it desires positive relations with the West. Explore the implications of this diplomatic standoff and the escalating tensions in this crucial geopolitical landscape. #RussiaUkraineWar #RussiaChinaRelations #ChinaRussia #RussianStrikes #UkrainianStrikes #RussiaAttacksUkraine #UkraineAttacksRussia #FrontlineRegions #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.155~GR.121~HT.96~

Defence Sec wants ''the most lethal armed forces possible''

Defence secretary Grant Shapps says that Jens Stoltenberg, the secretary general of NATO, is delighted with the UK's commitment to spending 2.5% of GDP on defence by 2030. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Rishi Sunak arrives in Berlin to meet German Chancellor

Rishi Sunak has arrived in Berlin where he is set to meet German Chancellor Olaf Scholz for talks on Wednesday. The topics of the meeting at the Chancellery will include mutual relations, the Russian war against Ukraine and the situation in the Middle East. It comes as Rishi Sunak met in Warsaw, Poland, on Tuesday with Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Nato Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg to discuss security. Report by Kennedyl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

PM joins trilateral meeting with Tusk and Stoltenberg

Rishi Sunak has joined a trilateral meeting with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Nato Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg to discuss a military aid package for Ukraine. Report by Alibhaiz. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Anti-terrorism in Nigeria: Vigilante forces protect communities

Border opens, trade resumes between Niger and Nigeria

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Argentina Protests: Massive protests over education cuts under new President Milei | Oneindia

According to protest organisers, hundreds of thousands of Argentines flooded the streets to express their outrage over cuts to higher public education under the newly elected President Javier Milei. Students, professors, parents, and alumni from the country's 57 state-run universities rallied together on Tuesday, uniting in defence of free public university education amidst the economic turmoil plaguing South America. Joined by labour unions, opposition parties, and private universities, the demonstrations spread from Buenos Aires to major cities like Cordoba, marking one of the largest protests against the austerity measures implemented since Milei assumed office in December. While police estimated around 100,000 participants in the capital alone, organisers claimed the number soared closer to half-a-million, effectively paralysing the city centre for hours. #ArgentinaProtests #EducationCuts #PresidentMilei #ArgentinaEducation #Protests #HigherEducation #PublicEducation #BudgetCuts #EducationReform #StudentProtests ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.194~GR.123~

Olympic Break-Dancing Is Making Its First Appearance at the Paris Games

Olympic Break-Dancing , Is Making Its First Appearance , at the Paris Games. NBC reports that break-dancing will make its debut as an official Olympic sport at the upcoming Paris Games. Also known as breaking, the sport features headspins, windmills, various "freeze" moves and will be set to music. According to the Paris Olympics, the sport is , "characterized by acrobatic movements, stylized footwork and the key role played by the DJ and the MC (master of ceremonies) during battles.". The sport first made an appearance at the 2018 Youth Olympics in Buenos Aires, Argentina. According to NBC Olympics, the event garnered over one million viewers, a much wider audience than many other sports. According to NBC Olympics, the event garnered over one million viewers, a much wider audience than many other sports. Breaking joins a number of other new sports, including three that were debuted at the 2020 Tokyo Games: , surfing, skateboarding and sport climbing. Breaking joins a number of other new sports, including three that were debuted at the 2020 Tokyo Games: , surfing, skateboarding and sport climbing. Breaking joins a number of other new sports, including three that were debuted at the 2020 Tokyo Games: , surfing, skateboarding and sport climbing. NBC reports that the new sports represent an effort by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to draw in younger viewers and athletes. . NBC reports that the new sports represent an effort by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to draw in younger viewers and athletes. . The Paris Olympics breaking competition will be split into two events on August 9 and 10 at La Concorde Urban Park. According to the Paris Olympics, the event will see a total of 16 B-boys or 16 B-girls , "go face to face in spectacular solo battles.". According to the Paris Olympics, the event will see a total of 16 B-boys or 16 B-girls , "go face to face in spectacular solo battles."

Protesters clash with police in Argentina over austerity reforms

Demonstrators are demanding Javier Milei's government provide more social benefits for impoverished families.

WATCH: Sand artists recreate the Passion of Christ in the Bolivian Andes

Artists from Bolivia and Argentina gathered in a desert area of the Bolivian Andes to recreate the Passion of Christ and images from the Old Testament of the Bible.

Uber-rich Latinos transforming Madrid into the new Miami

Dozens of families from Mexico, Argentina, Colombia and Venezuela have chosen Madrid as a residential and investment destination, transforming the real estate, cultural and leisure fabric of the Spanish capital.

Argentina's President Milei Set to Slash Public Jobs in Ambitious Economic Reforms | Oneindia News

Argentine President Javier Milei plans to cut 70,000 government jobs, stop public works, and end 200,000 social welfare programs to reduce the state's size drastically. Despite potential labor union pushback, Milei aims for fiscal equilibrium this year. He cites growing public optimism about the economy. #Argentina #Argentinaeconomy #Argentinanews #JavierMilei #Mileinews #Argentinajobs #LatinAmerica #LatinAmericanews #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.99~PR.152~ED.101~