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US led coalition attacks Syria, hits research centre, arms stockpile

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US ked coalition attacks Syria, hits research centre, arms stockpile

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Syria say aggression will fail: SANA

They did it. In a biggest intervention by Western powers against Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, coordinated campaign U.S., British and French forces pounded Syria with air strikes early on Saturday in response to  the alleged  poison gas attack that killed dozens of people last week in Douma.

CNN quoting US defense officials reports that Air-launched criose missiles were among the munitions used in the strikes. The missiles are fires from aircraft in flight and can be done from outside the range of the Syrian airspace. Earlier reports said that US B-1 bombers were used in the strikes.

According to Reuters, U.S. President Donald Trump announced the military action from the White House late on Friday. As he spoke, explosions rocked Damascus. British Prime Minister Theresa May and French President Emmanuel Macron said the UK and France had joined in the attack.

Syrian standard time is seven hours ahead of Washington.

US ked coalition attacks Syria, hits research centre, arms stockpile

Trump said he was prepared to sustain the response until Assad’s government stopped its use of chemical weapons. Russia and Syria had denied use of chemical weapons and threatened for “consequences” if attacked.

The strikes are the biggest intervention by Western powers against Assad in the country’s seven-year-old crisis created by terrorist groups including Daesh (IS) and several anti-Assad groups. US forces are stationed in northern Syria, since 2015, without either UN mandate or Damascus invitation. Washington claim of fighting against terror groups in the country.

In an 8-minute televised address from white House Dnald Trump said, “A short time ago, I ordered the United States Armed Forces to launch precision strikes on targets associated with the chemical weapons capabilities of Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad.”[/vc_column_text][vc_raw_html]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[/vc_raw_html][vc_column_text]He further said, “The purpose of our actions tonight is to establish a strong deterrent against the production, spread and use of chemical weapons.To Iran and to Russia, I ask, what kind of a nation wants to be associated with the mass murder of innocent men, women and children?”

Trump made clear that he is wary of a deeper entanglement in Syria, where about 2,000 U.S. troops have been deployed to fight Islamic State. “America does not seek an indefinite presence in Syria,” he said.

British Prime Minister Theresa May said she had authorized British armed forces “to conduct coordinated and targeted strikes to degrade the Syrian regime’s chemical weapons capability.” She described it as a “limited and targeted strike” aimed at minimizing civilian casualties.

British Ministry of Defense, in a statement issued Saturday morning said it has joined in “a precision strike on Syrian installations involved in the regime’s use of chemical weapons against its own people.”

It further said “the international community has responded decisively with legal and proportionate military force. Let these united actions send a clear message to the regime.”

A U.S. official told Reuters the strikes were aimed at multiple targets and involved Tomahawk cruise missiles.

Meanwhile French President Emmanuel Macron, said in a statement, The red lines set by France in May 2017 has been crossed. So, I ordered the French armed forces to intervene tonight, as part of an international operation in coalition with the USA and the UK and directed against the clandestine chemical arsenal of the Syrian regime.

According to Reuters report quoting an eyewitness in Damascus said that at least six loud explosions were heard in Damascus in the early hours of Saturday and smoke was seen rising over the Syrian capital. Another eyewitness say that Barzah district of Damascus had been hit in the strikes. A major scientific research center is located in the area.

At a Pentagon briefing, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Joseph Dunford said the targets included a Syrian research facility and a chemical weapons storage facility. Another official said that targets were being carefully selected with the aim of damaging Assad’s ability to conduct further gas attacks.

However, she said that the military action is not about intervening in Syria’s civil war or changing its government, she said.

U.S. Defense Secretary Jim Mattis and other military leaders had warned that the larger the attack, the greater the risk of a confrontation with Russia, two U.S. officials said.

Reacting to the strikes, Russian foreign ministry spokeswomen Maria Zakharavoa, in a statement on facebook, said the US struck when the country finally had a chance at peace. “One must be really exceptional to strike Syria’s capital when the country finally got a chance for a peaceful future.”

US ked coalition attacks Syria, hits research centre, arms stockpile

Syria has not reacted formally so far till 10.15 am (IST). However, Syrian official news agency SANA carried a Damascus overview picture with a caption “Damascus morning is stronger than their aggression and terrorism. In Another brief reaction, the website carried a  brief text quoted sources saying “when terrorists failed the USA, France and Britain intervened and committed aggression against Syria.” It further says “The American, French and British aggression against Syria will fail.”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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India denies commitment to tariff cuts after Trump’s claim

India has denied making any commitments to cutting tariffs on US imports, contradicting President Donald Trump’s claim that New Delhi agreed to lower duties.

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India has dismissed US President Donald Trump’s assertion that New Delhi agreed to reduce tariffs on American products. The clarification comes just days after Trump stated that India had decided to “cut their tariffs way down” following US pressure.

During a recent address, Trump expressed frustration over India’s trade policies, calling them “massively restrictive” and suggesting that New Delhi had been forced to lower tariffs due to US intervention.

“You can’t sell anything into India, it is almost restrictive,” Trump remarked. “They have agreed, by the way, they want to cut their tariffs way down now because somebody is finally exposing them for what they have done.”

However, the Indian government has categorically denied making any such commitments. A report from The Times of India states that Indian officials, while addressing a parliamentary panel, confirmed that no agreements had been made with the US regarding tariff reductions.

The government has reportedly sought time until September to address the concerns repeatedly raised by the American president. Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal clarified that discussions between both nations are aimed at securing a long-term, mutually beneficial trade agreement rather than focusing solely on immediate tariff adjustments.

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Despite the tariff dispute, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Trump share a strong working relationship. Modi, who recently visited the White House, emphasized that both nations are working towards a comprehensive trade agreement expected to be finalized soon.

Trump is also expected to visit India later this year to attend the Quad summit, a strategic dialogue involving the US, India, Japan, and Australia. The meeting will further shape Indo-US ties, addressing economic and security concerns.

While trade negotiations continue, India’s latest clarification underscores that tariff adjustments remain a work in progress rather than a concluded deal.

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Elon Musk claims Ukraine link in massive cyberattack on X

A large-scale cyberattack disrupted X services across multiple continents. Elon Musk claims the attack had digital footprints linked to Ukraine, but experts warn against premature attribution.

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A massive cyberattack targeted X (formerly Twitter), causing widespread outages across Asia, Europe, and North America. The disruption began early Monday, with users unable to access the platform for extended periods. According to Downdetector, a website that tracks service disruptions, reports of inaccessibility surged, affecting thousands of users.

Musk suggests Ukrainian involvement

Elon Musk, in an interview with Fox News, alleged that the attack had digital traces linked to Ukraine. “We’re not sure exactly what happened, but there was a massive cyberattack to try to bring down the X system with IP addresses originating in the Ukraine area,” he stated.

Musk further supported his claim by sharing a post from an X account named DogeDesigner, which suggested the attack was part of a campaign against him. The post linked the cyberattack to recent protests against Musk’s leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and acts of vandalism at Tesla facilities.

Speculation over nation-state involvement

The billionaire speculated that the attack required “tremendous resources” and could be the work of a nation-state or a large, coordinated group. Speaking to Fox Business, he elaborated that the computers involved in the attack had digital footprints linked to Ukraine. However, cybersecurity experts warn that attributing attacks solely based on IP addresses is unreliable, as attackers often mask their locations to mislead investigations.

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During the peak of the outage, more than 40,000 users reported connectivity issues. While X worked to restore services, many users continued experiencing intermittent disruptions.

Since Musk’s $44 billion acquisition of Twitter in 2022, X has significantly reduced its workforce, leading to an increase in technical issues. Additionally, Musk’s decision to reinstate previously banned accounts, including those known for spreading conspiracy theories, has drawn criticism from advocacy groups.

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Pakistan cricket board faces criticism over absence at Champions Trophy 2025 final ceremony

The PCB is being criticized for not having a representative at the Champions Trophy 2025 final presentation. Shoaib Akhtar and former cricketers question the decision.

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The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is facing severe criticism for not having a single representative present during the Champions Trophy 2025 final presentation ceremony in Dubai. As India secured the title by defeating New Zealand by four wickets, the post-match podium was shared by International Cricket Council (ICC) chairman Jay Shah, Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) president Roger Binny, secretary Devajit Saikia, and New Zealand Cricket (NZC) director Roger Twose.

No PCB presence despite being the host nation

Notably, PCB chief operating officer Sumair Ahmed, who also served as the tournament director, was present in Dubai but was not invited onto the stage for the trophy presentation. According to a report by Telecom Asia Sport, PCB chairman Mohsin Naqvi did not travel to Dubai due to his commitments as Pakistan’s interior minister. He had informed the ICC about his absence, citing his engagement in a joint parliamentary session in Islamabad, where President Asif Zardari was addressing the nation.

Shoaib Akhtar questions PCB’s absence

Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar expressed his disappointment on social media over the PCB’s absence from the stage.

“India has won the ICC Champions Trophy today, but I noticed something strange. Pakistan were the hosts in the tournament, but there were no Pakistan Cricket Board representatives here (at the trophy presentation). This is beyond my understanding. Why was there no one to represent us and give the trophy? Please think about it; it’s a world stage, but sadly I could not see any PCB members. Feeling very down to see that,” said Akhtar in a video posted on X.

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