FirstFT: Narendra Modi’s BJP wins election landslide in opposition stronghold
Also in today’s newsletter: US and Iran exchange fire in the Gulf, and the EU blocks funds for key Chinese solar energy parts Source link
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U.S. Warns China Over Iranian Oil as Sanctions Fight Intensifies
China told its independent refineries to disregard U.S. sanctions over their purchases of Iranian crude. Source link
Modi’s B.J.P. Wins West Bengal State Election for the First Time
The party of Prime Minister Narendra Modi took control of West Bengal for the first time and made gains around the country. Its defeated opponents accused it of cheating. Source link
Tricked Into Fighting for Russia
Russia needs a lot of soldiers. Many Africans need work. Source link
American Commentator Who Worked for Russian TV Challenges Biden-era Charges
The Biden administration called Dimitri Simes, a former Trump adviser, a Russian propagandist. He says the charges against him violate free speech. Source link
Monster Truck Kills 3 People After Driving Into Crowd in Colombia
new video loaded: Monster Truck Kills 3 People After Driving Into Crowd in Colombia The police are investigating the incident after a driver of a monster truck appeared to lose control of the vehicle after performing a stunt at an outdoor rally in Popayán on Sunday, killing three people and injuring 40 others. By Monika…
Map: 5.7-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Mexico
Shake intensity Pop. density Note: Map shows the area with a shake intensity of 3 or greater, which U.S.G.S. defines as “weak,” though the earthquake may be felt outside the areas shown. All times on the map are Central time. The New York Times A moderately strong, 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck in Mexico on Monday, according…
Leipzig, Germany, Car Ramming Attack Kills 2
Officials in Leipzig, where the attack occurred, said the driver was a 33-year-old German-born citizen. They have not yet determined his motive. Source link
U.S. Shot Down Iranian Missiles and Drones Aimed at American Vessels in Strait of Hormuz, Admiral Says
An exchange of fire threatened to shatter a fragile cease-fire as President Trump seeks to break Iran’s effective blockade of the waterway. Source link