Following a significant defeat in the Maharashtra assembly polls, the Shiv Sena (UBT) is contemplating contesting upcoming civic and local body elections independently. Party MLAs and functionaries have urged Uddhav Thackeray to lead this solo campaign, particularly in previously dominant areas.

Israel said it will file an appeal against ICC arrest warrants for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his ex-defence minister. Tel Aviv also asked the top court to suspend the warrants for Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant pending the outcome of the appeal. US Senator Lindsey Graham warned countries against enforcing ICC arrest warrants targeting Israeli leaders. France made an announcement saying it can’t arrest Netanyahu because it believes the Israeli premier has immunity from the ICC. Watch the video to know more. 00:00 – INTRODUCTION 02:29 – FRENCH U-TURN ON ICC ARREST WARRANT 05:31 – OPPOSITION LEADER SLAMS FRENCH ‘DEAL’ WITH NETANYAHU n18oc_world n18oc_crux

Amid Russia’s battlefield gains, Biden allowed Ukraine to use Western missiles and landmines to strengthen its position ahead of potential negotiations. Trump’s pledge to cut aid and end the war in 24 hours complicates matters, while US officials fear Ukraine may concede territory. Critics argue Biden’s delayed decisions emboldened Moscow and weakened Kyiv. Concerns over North Korea aiding Russia also influenced Biden’s stance. NATO allies are preparing for reduced US support, emphasizing security guarantees and advanced aid packages to bolster Ukraine. n18oc_world n18oc_crux