Iranian state television has urged citizens to delete WhatsApp, alleging data collection and sharing with Israel, claims WhatsApp vehemently denies. The messaging app emphasises its use of end-to-end encryption, ensuring user privacy and denying any data sharing with governments.
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Syria implements new swimwear rules. Public beaches and pools now require women to wear burkinis or modest attire. Private locations are exempt from this rule. The decree, issued by the interim government, sparks controversy. Some support the focus on modesty. Others criticise the control over personal choices. The rule raises questions about freedom and cultural values.
Telegram's founder, Pavel Durov, plans to divide his $13.9 billion fortune among his numerous children, including over 100 conceived via sperm donation. Durov's will stipulates that his heirs cannot access their inheritance for thirty years, aiming to encourage self-reliance. He emphasizes his commitment to digital privacy and personal liberty, despite facing accusations of enabling illegal activities on Telegram.
Russian forces have claimed the capture of Yablunivka in the Sumy region, marking advances near the regional capital as part of Putin's "buffer zone" strategy. This offensive follows Kyiv's incursion into Russia's Kursk region, prompting a renewed cross-border push by Moscow. Additionally, Russia reported seizing two villages in the Donetsk region, further escalating the conflict.
Ursula von der Leyen urged a diplomatic resolution to Iran's nuclear ambitions in a call with Benjamin Netanyahu, affirming Israel's right to self-defense. Speaking at the G7 summit, she highlighted Iran's role in regional instability and its support for Russia, noting the use of Iranian missiles in both Israel and Ukraine.
Norway on Tuesday launched a flagship carbon capture and storage (CCS) project, a technology seen as crucial to curbing climate change but struggling to find a viable economic model. Norway has presented Longship as the "world's first full-scale value chain" for capture and storage of carbon in the greenhouse gases that cause harmful climate change.
Abu Dhabi has achieved a significant milestone in urban air mobility with a successful public demonstration of an autonomous flying taxi. The test flight, featuring the EHang EH216-S, showcased the potential for integrating eVTOL aircraft into the city's transportation ecosystem. This initiative underscores Abu Dhabi's commitment to innovation and diversifying its economy through next-generation transport technologies.
Amidst escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, Russia cautioned the United States against military intervention, following Israeli strikes and Iranian retaliation. Despite a strategic partnership, Moscow hasn't offered military aid to Tehran, with Putin proposing mediation while condemning Israel. Putin and Xi Jinping jointly criticized Israel, advocating for a peaceful resolution.
A French doctor alleges mistreatment by Israeli authorities towards passengers, including Greta Thunberg, after their aid boat to Gaza was intercepted. Dr. André reported mockery, sleep deprivation, and limited resources. Thunberg condemned the detention as a rights violation, while Israel dismissed the voyage as a stunt, defending its blockade.
Nicolas Sarkozy, France's former president, has been stripped of his Legion of Honor medal following his conviction for corruption and influence peddling. This decision aligns with the Legion of Honor's regulations, marking Sarkozy as the second former head of state to lose the distinction after Philippe Petain. Sarkozy faces ongoing legal battles, including allegations of illicit campaign funding from Libya.
