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NEW DELHI: Over ten suspected migrants died, and 51 were evacuated on Monday after a failed attempt to cross Mediterranean waters near a southern Italian island close to North Africa, according to several reports.The German aid organization RESQSHIP, which operates the Nadir rescue ship, reported rescuing 51 individuals from a sinking wooden vessel, including two who were unconscious. They also discovered 10 bodies on board.In a post on X, RESQSHIP mentioned that their crew was “caring” for the 51 people rescued from the boat, but lamented that “the rescue came too late for 10 people.” The post added that “two of the rescued were unconscious and had to be cut free with an axe.”This southern Italian island, located near North Africa, is a notorious destination for human smugglers, with 127,000 migrants arriving last year.Meanwhile, the Italian coast guard is searching for about 50 people missing after a shipwreck off the southern coast of Calabria.According to a statement from the Italian coast guard, the search and rescue operation was launched after a distress call from a French vessel about 120 miles (193 kilometers) from the Italian coast, as reported by Euro News.The incident took place in waters under the jurisdiction of both Greece and Italy, the statement indicated.Rescuers found a half-sunken boat and saved 12 migrants, most of whom were likely traveling from Turkey.The survivors were taken to the Calabrian port of Roccella Jonica, where they received medical treatment. Tragically, one of the migrants died shortly after being rescued, the coast guard reported.The Italian maritime rescue coordination centre (IMRCC) in Rome quickly redirected two nearby merchant ships to assist in the rescue. Assets from the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, Frontex, also participated in the effort. ( with input from agencies)
SEOUL -- Russian President Vladimir Putin will kick off his first trip to North Korea in 24 years on Tuesday as he seeks to bolster the countries' ties in the face of Western sanctions over the war in Ukraine. The visit is expected to further cement defense ties between the countries, with North Korea seeking Russian assistance on satellite technology in exchange for weapons for use in Ukraine.
King Mohammed VI performed on Monday Eid Al-Adha prayer at Hassan II Mosque in Tetouan in northern Morocco. The monarch was accompanied by Crown Prince Moulay El Hassan, Prince Moulay Rachid, Prince Moulay Ahmed, and Prince Moulay Ismail. Members of the royal family and several cabinet members, including Head of Government Aziz Akhannouch also performed the Eid Morning Prayer. Afterward, the Monarch performed the ritual sacrifice as prescribed by Islamic traditions. On the occasion of the Feast of Sacrifice, the King offered his heartfelt congratulations to the Heads of state of Muslim countries.
ADVERTISEMENTHeatwaves across Cyprus and Greece have left multiple people dead with Türkiye battling wildfires as temperatures soared above 40C. These are just the latest in a series of cases where visitors disappeared or fell ill after setting out on hikes in the extreme heat. The Acropolis was also forced to close to tourists during this period of unprecedented extreme heat. Türkiye hit by extreme temperatures and firesTemperatures in Türkiye last week were around 8 to 12C higher than the season average. These periods of extreme heat are having a major impact on health too.
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Mumbai, Shiv Sena leader Aaditya Thackeray on Monday said his party will seek legal recourse over the Mumbai North West Lok Sabha seat result, claiming victory was snatched from their candidate by "misuse" of the official machinery. Shiv Sena (UBT) to seek legal recourse over Mumbai North West LS seat resultAddressing a press conference here, Thackeray said a petition regarding the "electoral malpractice" will be filed in the court in a day or two. We will file an election petition in court, challenging the result of the Mumbai North West Lok Sabha seat," he said. Parab claimed the counting process on June 4 for the Mumbai North West seat was fine till the 19th round but there was no transparency after that. "A probe is also needed into the constant phone calls to the returning officer of the Mumbai North West Lok Sabha seat.
R ED BANNERS that hang across bridges above the main roads leading north in Israel contain one word: “Abandoned”. Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hizbullah, recently vowed to continue the attacks, insisting that his group is acting as a “support front” for Hamas. “We’re like ducks in Nasrallah’s shooting-range,” says Gidi Sayada, a winemaker from Safsufa, a village that has not been evacuated. Hizbullah has shelled mainly targets close by the border and military bases. Israel has responded with targeted strikes on Hizbullah operatives, in some cases deep inside Lebanon.
Despite the establishment of two government companies and the completion of economic feasibility studies, this project has not witnessed significant progress since 1979. Although the project has not been officially closed, Moroccan and Spanish authorities have refrained from taking the necessary steps to implement it. Before 2022, Moroccan authorities perceived hidden Spanish support for the Western Sahara separatists, particularly during Spain’s presidency of the U.N. Security Council in 2003. Tensions peaked in 2021 when Morocco withdrew its ambassador from Madrid after Spanish authorities hosted prominent separatist leaders from Western Sahara. However, a convergence of political and economic interests has recently motivated both countries to revive this project.
Yvonne was born on June 7, 1930, to Emilio and Angelina Aprigliano. Yvonne, a woman of vibrant spirit, loved her growing family very much. Yvonne now joins her loving husband, Jim Wertman, beloved parents, her granddaughter Dana (Reed) Carson, great-granddaughter, Amelia Carson, and her band of brothers, John (Anna), Frank (Christiane), and Michael (Loeticia) Basta. Yvonne is the favorite aunt to many nieces and nephews. Bon Voyage, Yvonne; this world was brighter with you in it!
France is planning to reduce its military presence in West and Central Africa to around 600 troops in line with President Emmanuel Macron's plans to limit the French military footprint in the region, three sources told AFP. According to a plan currently under discussion with African partners, France is planning to drastically reduce its so-called "pre-positioned" forces in Africa. Paris plans to keep around 100 troops in Ivory Coast on the southern coast of West Africa – down from 600 troops today – and around 300 personnel in Chad in north-central Africa, down from 1,000 now. Until two years ago, in addition to around 1,600 forces pre-deployed in West Africa and Gabon, France had over 5,000 troops in the Sahel region of Africa as part of the Barkhane anti-jihadist operation. In February, Macron tasked former minister Jean-Marie Bockel with working out the new modalities of the French military presence with African partners.
Zimbabwe is seeking to attract investors after lithium prices steadied following a boom-to-bust period that left an array of stalled projects, scrapped deals and production cuts. State miner Kuvimba Resources Ltd. has said it’s identified a lithium ore resource of 38 million tons at Sandawana in the country’s south. “We can now begin to develop what we believe to be a world-class, high-grade lithium resource,” Cluff said. Industry veteran Algy Cluff has previously invested in Zimbabwe’s gold sector, but is best known for his North Sea oil and gas company Cluff Natural Resources Plc — now Deltic Energy Plc. Zimbabwe’s wealth fund also holds gold, nickel and platinum mines.
Hosts USA will clash with South Africa to kickstart the Super 8 stage in North Sound in Antigua from Wednesday. HEADER: LAST 5 MATCHESSOUTH AFRICA - LWWWWUSA - LWWLATHE LIKELY PLAYING XIs FOR SOUTH AFRICA & USASouth Africa are expected to go in with an unchanged XI at Antigua. He rescued South Africa from 12 for 4 against the Netherlands scoring an unbeaten match-winning 59. While the fast bowlers have an average of 19.5, strike rate of 14.8 and economy of 7.9, spinners have fared even better with an average of 19.2, strike rate of 14 and economy of 8.2. However, based on the relative strength of both the teams, South Africa have a 75% chance of victory.
