Narendra Modi Sworn In as India’s Prime Minister for Third Term
Narendra Modi has been sworn in as India’s prime minister for a third term after a surprising election outcome. President Droupadi Murmu administered the oath at a ceremony at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, attended by thousands of dignitaries, including leaders from neighboring countries, Bollywood stars, and industrialists. This term will test Modi’s ability to ensure policy certainty in a coalition government.
Israel-Hezbollah Tensions Risk Boiling Over
Israel and Hezbollah are escalating cross-border attacks after months of low-intensity conflict. The Israeli military has warned of a potential large-scale attack on its northern border. With over eight months of ongoing fire exchanges, experts believe Israel feels compelled to act, increasing the likelihood of full-scale war despite neither side wanting it.
Russia Accusing Its Physicists of Treason?
Russian President Vladimir Putin claims Russia leads in hypersonic weapons, traveling over five times the speed of sound. However, several physicists working on these technologies have been charged with treason and imprisoned, seen as an overzealous crackdown by rights groups. Many are elderly, with three deceased, including one taken from his hospital bed and another, 68-year-old Vladislav Galkin, raided in 2023.
