Ukraine-Russia war – live: Drone video shows Putin troop position wiped out in huge explosion
Drone footage shows the moment a Russian troop position is completely wiped out by a bomb in a huge explosion seen miles away from the impact. The clip was published by Ukraine’s defence ministry, which did not give any further details of the drone attack, although said it was carried out by the 72nd Mechanized Brigade. Earlier, president Vladimir Putin was accused of committing war crimes “on steroids” in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. US Republican senator Lindsey Graham also warned that the threat of the Kremlin using nuclear weapons was “real”. Speaking at a joint press conference with Democrat senator Richard Blumenthal, he said: “Senator Blumenthal and I want to put everybody in this congress on notice that the threat of a use of a nuclear device by Russia is real and the best way to deter it is to give them clarity as to what happens if they do that - they will be in a war with NATO.” Read More European Union countries agree on a new package of sanctions against Russia over the war in Ukraine Jailed Putin critic Navalny launches anti-Kremlin campaign – as new trial could keep him in prison for decades Britain backs fast-track Nato membership for Ukraine
2023-06-23 19:23
Cambodian lawmakers approve changes to election law that disqualify candidates who don't vote
Pro-government Cambodian lawmakers unanimously approved changes to the country’s election law on Friday that will ban anyone who fails to vote from running as a candidate in future elections, a move critics say is aimed at crippling the opposition’s chances in the polls. The measure was approved with minimal debate by all 111 lawmakers present in the National Assembly. All members of the assembly belong to Prime Minister Hun Sen’s Cambodian People’s Party. Hun Sen, who has been in power for 38 years, declared last week that the law would be amended ahead of July’s general election to compel candidates for public office to prove their civic responsibility. The amended law will take effect after approval by the Senate, a formality. Hun Sen’s critics say the action as his latest tactic to marginalize his political opponents, some of whom are considering an election boycott. He announced the plan less than a month after the main opposition party was barred from participating in the polls because it could not provide all of the paperwork required for registering. The Candlelight Party said it was unable to provide one document to the National Election Committee because it had been seized in a police raid several years ago. Cambodia’s Constitutional Council refused to overturn the election committee’s decision not to register the party, drawing widespread criticism that the election would not be fair without its participation. The ruling drew international condemnation. The U.S. State Department said it was “deeply troubled” by the decision to bar the Candlelight Party and urged the government “to reverse course to ensure its citizens can participate in a fair, multiparty democracy.” That action against the Candlelight Party was similar to what happened ahead of the 2018 general election, when the opposition Cambodia National Rescue Party posed a serious challenge to Hun Sen’s party. It was dissolved months ahead of the polls by a controversial court ruling that alleged it had plotted the illegal overthrow of the government. The party’s disbanding enabled Hun Sen’s party to win all the seats in the National Assembly. Under the amended election law, prospective candidates must have voted in at least two elections to qualify as a candidate in elections at the commune, district, municipality, provincial and national levels. Most prominent opposition figures are in self-imposed exile to avoid being jailed on various charges they say are trumped up and unfair, and the amendment would prevent them from running in future polls without any further action needed to bar them. Opposition figures still inside the country who fail to vote would face the same consequences. The amended law would also discourage an election boycott by placing opposition figures who wish to contest future polls in the awkward position of appearing to be hypocrites if they urge people not to vote while they themselves cast ballots. It will also discourage boycotts by allowing the election committee to impose a fine of 5 million-20 million riels ($1,200-$4,800) on anyone who encourages people not to register or vote. Anyone who incites people to use threats or violence against candidates or political party officials can also be fined and disqualified as candidates for five years. Political parties that fail to remove disqualified candidates can be fined 10 million-30 million riels ($2,420-$7,270). Hun Sen, 70, is an authoritarian ruler in a nominally democratic state. He and his party hold all the advantages of incumbency in the election in terms of political organizing, personnel, finances and media influence. About 9.7 million Cambodians are registered to vote for the 125-seat National Assembly. Read More Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Cambodian leader says people who don't vote will be barred from being candidates in future elections Trump legal team gave tapes to Jack Smith as MAGA loyalists turn on each other – live Infighting among Putin's lieutenants seems to reveal signs of 'deep dysfunction'
2023-06-23 19:18
Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice bring back iconic Aqua hit with 'Barbie World', fans call it 'Amazing Summer BOP'
Nicki Minaj and Ice Spice pay homage to the original hit by incorporating its iconic melody, while adding their own modern rap styles and flavors
2023-06-23 18:59
Big VC, Tech Got Backstop for Billions in Uninsured SVB Deposits
When federal regulators stepped in to backstop all of Silicon Valley Bank’s deposits, they saved thousands of small
2023-06-23 18:59
Arctic Monkeys CONFIRMED for Glastonbury tonight after fears Alex Turner wouldn't be well enough
Emily Eavis has confirmed Arctic Monkeys are still headlining Glastonbury after Alex Turner was struck down with a sore throat.
2023-06-23 18:55
Liverpool fans breathe sigh of relief as 'Mohamed Salah' signs for Saudi club
Saudi Arabia has been more active than ever in the transfer window this summer, and Liverpool fans thought one of their star players had become the latest to join the Saudi Pro League. There was panic among supporters on social media after the transfer of “Mohamed Salah” to Al-Adalah was announced this week. However, luckily for them, it was a different Mohamed Salah and not the one that’s been so key to their success over recent years. A load of players have been tempted by Saudi cash in recent weeks, with Karim Benzema, N’Golo Kante and Ruben Neves among the big names to move in recent weeks. Sign up to our free Indy100 weekly newsletter However, it looks like Liverpool’s Salah will not be one of them - at least for now. Fans voiced their relief on social media after seeing “Mohamed Salah” trending and fearing the worst. One wrote: “For a second I thought it was Liverpool’s Salah.” Another concerned fan wrote: “Don’t play with me man.” “My heart jumped,” another said. Needless to say it's not the same Salah but a footballer with the same name. The good news for Liverpool fans is that Salah signed a contract last year which will keep him at the club until 2025. The Egyptian has played 305 games for Liverpool since joining from Roma in 2017. He scored 186 goals in that time and helped Liverpool to a Premier League title and a Champions League in his six seasons with the club. Have your say in our news democracy. Click the upvote icon at the top of the page to help raise this article through the indy100 rankings.
2023-06-23 18:53
Has Kick removed xQc from its directory? Streamer breaches security second time during 'Breaking Bad' movie night
Has xQc been removed from the directory? Did he manage to watch the entire series of Breaking Bad?
2023-06-23 18:51
Paul-Henri Nargeolet: Video shows adventurer 'Mr Titanic' relaxing on boat days before submarine tragedy
Nargeolet, 77, had an extensive background in deep-sea exploration and was considered a leading authority on the legendary sunken ship
2023-06-23 18:46
Brazil says it cannot agree to EU's proposal for Mercosur trade deal
(Reuters) -Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on Friday said the European Union's latest proposal for a trade deal
2023-06-23 18:29
Olympic skaters still missing medals 500 days later
On display at the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum are nine empty boxes that should be holding medals
2023-06-23 18:28
Ex-BIS Official Remolona Is Next Philippine Central Bank Chief
The Philippines has tapped Eli Remolona, a member of the central bank’s policymaking board, to head the monetary
2023-06-23 18:27
Will Jake Paul return to help his brother Logan Paul win WWE MITB ladder match?
Logan Paul's WWE career soars as he enters the Men's 'Money in the Bank Ladder Match', possibly aided by Jake Paul
2023-06-23 18:27
