World News Summary: Crashes, Elections, and Tensions

A summary of recent global events includes a pilot's death in a French airshow, Paetongtarn Shinawatra's election as the youngest Thai PM, paused Gaza ceasefire talks, Kamala Harris' economic proposals, Hurricane Ernesto's approach to Bermuda, Burkina Faso's judicial conscriptions, a controversial Hindu temple float in New York, a deadly Haitian prison break, raised mpox risk in the EU, and Kremlin's accusations against the West.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 17-08-2024 05:24 IST | Created: 17-08-2024 05:24 IST
World News Summary: Crashes, Elections, and Tensions
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In recent global news, a pilot tragically lost his life during a French airshow when his Fouga Magister jet crashed into the Mediterranean sea. The incident was confirmed by local authorities in the Var region.

Thailand's parliament marked a historic moment by electing Paetongtarn Shinawatra, 37, as the country's youngest prime minister. She steps into the role amidst ongoing political turmoil, following the dismissal of her ally Srettha Thavisin as premier just days prior.

Ceasefire discussions regarding the Gaza conflict paused in Doha, with plans to resume negotiations next week. Despite progress, U.S. President Joe Biden noted that an agreement is yet to be reached.

In a major economic address, Kamala Harris outlined her plans to reduce costs, increase housing, and lower taxes if elected President. Her proposals include a new child tax credit and measures to combat price gouging by grocers.

Bermuda is on high alert as Hurricane Ernesto approaches, with forecasts predicting powerful winds and significant rainfall that could lead to life-threatening floods and storm surges.

Tensions rise in Burkina Faso as the ruling military junta conscripts magistrates who acted against pro-junta activists. The conscriptions have sparked significant controversy among unions and citizens.

A Hindu temple float planned for New York City's India Day Parade has ignited controversy, with critics labeling it anti-Muslim and calling for its removal. The float references a contentious temple site in Ayodhya, India.

In Haiti, a prison break in Saint-Marc resulted in 12 inmate deaths amid ongoing humanitarian crises driven by gang violence. Authorities have regained control but warn locals to remain vigilant.

The EU's public health body, ECDC, has raised the risk level for mpox following a new strain's detection in Sweden. Despite this, experts deem the risk of sustained transmission to be low.

The Kremlin has accused the West and NATO of aiding a Ukrainian surprise attack on Russia's Kursk region, allegations that Washington has refuted. The attack marks a significant incursion by a foreign power into Russia since World War Two.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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