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Air force chief Amar Preet Singh says India’s S-400 air defence systems took down most of the Pakistani planes.India's Air Force Chief Amar Preet Singh revealed that during recent May conflicts, Indian forces shot down five Pakistani jets and one large aircraft, largely attributed to the S-400 air defence systems. The conflict, sparked by a deadly attack in Kashmir, saw both nations exchanging claims of downed aircraft, with ongoing tensions persisting in the region. Want...

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's plan to transport 2,000 Gaza war victims to Pulau Galang for medical care is viewed as symbolic but impractical, given the logistical and medical risks involved in such a long journey. Critics argue that true support for Palestine should focus on political actions and local medical aid rather than temporary evacuations that could inadvertently aid Israel's demographic strategies. Want More Context? 🔎

Killer Beez president Joshua James Masters, 48, faces potential prison time after admitting to reckless driving with two children on his unroadworthy quad bike on State Highway 1. Stopped by police in December 2023, he was found with the children, aged 10 and 12, on the bike without proper safety equipment, leading to his arrest instead of a citation. Want More Context? 🔎

Gary Thynes spotted a loose pit bull while at a park in Pittsburgh and followed it, leading him to an unresponsive man and woman in a tent. After calling 911 and ensuring they received help, Thynes offered to care for the dog until its owners could reunite with it, understanding the deep bond between pets and their humans. Want More Context? 🔎

NEW DELHI: President Trump has imposed a 25% tariff on Indian goods starting August 1, citing India's ongoing purchases of Russian oil as a key factor, which he links to the Ukraine conflict. This tariff escalation follows stalled trade talks and a diplomatic spat regarding PM Modi's dismissal of Trump's claims of mediating between India and Pakistan, suggesting deeper strategic motivations behind the U.S. actions. Want More Context? 🔎

South Africa's state prosecutor has withdrawn charges against Adrian de Wet, a farm worker turned state witness in the murder case of Maria Makgato and Lucia Ndlovu, who were allegedly killed and fed to pigs last year. De Wet claims farm owner Zachariah Johannes Olivier shot the women, and he will testify he acted under duress; the trial resumes on October 6 amid heightened racial tensions in the country. Want More Context? 🔎