Earthquake of magnitude 4.8 - 121 km NW of Kiunga, Papua New Guinea
[email protected]: As I the Pandemic spread its ugly face all across the world, including the tremendous damage it has done to the USA, I become more and more angry at China. People can see it, and I can feel it
8 month agoHong Kong National Security Law text is out: the 4 crimes have maximum penalties of life imprisonment. Violating non-H.K. residents can be expelled. Terrorism charges include "serious disruption" of transportation networks (aimed @ anti-gov protestors)
U.S. National Security Adviser Robert O'Brien has called on North Korea to refrain from provocations & return to dialogue
US officials have evidence of transfers from Russia military intelligence that were likely part of an effort to offer payments to Taliban-linked militants to kill American and coalition troops in Afghanistan, reports @nytimes
Encounter underway in Bilalabad area of Tral in Pulwama, South Kashmir. 2-3 militants likely trapped. Second encounter in less than 24 hours. J&K Police, Indian Army and CRPF on the job. 118 militants killed in last 6 months in Kashmir valley
Encounter started between Indian security forces and suspected militants in Tral, Pulwama. Kashmir
8 month agoThe US Federal Communications Commission has just designated China's Huawei & ZTE as "companies posing a national security threat to the United States"
Local mosque in Andar district of Ghazni hit by multiple airstrikes. Several civilians killed and injured as per initial reports. As per local reports, airstrikes were carried out by Afghan Army heli
8 month agoPolice granted "new" power requesting ISP or online service providers, like @lihkg_forum, to take down informations offending national security law. But it's unimaginable how they could order foreign political parties, government & proxies to provide informations
8 month agoThe national security agency will enhance "management & service" of foreign NGOs and new agencies. This is following China's goal of overseeing NGOs & press to enforce control
8 month agoThe law also introduces US style extended jurisdiction - offences related to the law outside HK & carried out by non HK residents will still fall into law. However s39 marks the law won't be retrospective
8 month agoThe law introduced HK style deprival of political right by barring anyone trialed of the offences to run on any elections
8 month agoThe budget on national security would be not bounded by Hongkong law, meaning it would becoming another secret "maintaining stability" cost like China
8 month agoThe law allowing police's national security section to hire specialists & technicians from outside Hongkong, granting mean to allow Chinese national security guards, or Guo Bao, to work in HK
8 month agoThe law is detailed in schedule but ONLY in Chinese
Earthquake of magnitude 4.7 - 64 km ENE of Severo-Kurilsk, Russia
"As Beijing treats Hong Kong as 'One Country, One System,' so must the United States. The United States will continue to take strong actions against those who smothered Hong Kong's freedom and autonomy. We urge Beijing to immediately reverse course," adds @WHNSC spokesman
"Beijing's passage of the National Security Law is a violation of its commitments under the Sino-British Joint Declaration," says @WHNSC spokesman John Ullyot
8 month agoSuspected MIED blast in Jalalabad, two vehicles caught fire. No casualties. Nangarhar
European Union Air Safety Agency has suspended Pakistan International Airlines to fly to Europe for 6 months, from July 1st: Pakistan Media
8 month agoResponse from non-profit cooperative @PTI_News after India government proxy @prasarbharati suggests it put nationalism ahead of journalism
8 month agoEmbassy of China releases statement on India banning 59 Chinese Mobile Apps. Says, 'we urge Indian side to change its discriminatory practices, maintain the momentum of China-India economic and trade cooperation, treat all investments and service providers equally'
Earthquake of magnitude 4.9 - 185 km SE of Katsuura, Japan
Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission blames pro-govt forces for the incident in Sangin, Helmand which killed 27 and wounded 35 civilians
8 month agoNATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg: "China is not an adversary to NATO. But we must fully understand what its rise means for us – and for our security. It is clear that China does not share our values. Democracy, freedom, and the rule of law. We see this in Hong Kong, where the new security law undermines its autonomy. And the liberty of its citizens. With the imprisonment of tens of thousands of Uighurs in so-called ‘re-education camps’.”
8 month agoPM Imran Khan openly, on assembly floor, naming India for planning yesterday's PSX terror attack
8 month agoAccording to Baghlan security officials, a car bomb (VBIED) exploded near the governor's car in Pul-e-Khumri, the capital of Baghlan province, injuring three people
8 month agoFour top leaders of Nepal Communist Party including Prachanda have sought proof from Nepal PM KP Sharma Oli of his allegation that India was trying to topple his Govt. Prachanda says, it's not India but he himself who is seeking PM Oli to resign
8 month ago[email protected] of Australia expressed grave concern over NPCSC's passing NSL. Noting NSL takes precedence over HK laws, it said "This will deprive Hong Kong courts of their independent and binding power to interpret Hong Kong's laws under the common law."
8 month agoThe National Security Law for HK was passed unanimously on Tuesday. Chinese President Xi Jinping has signed a presidential decree unveiling the law, which will become effective on July 1
8 month agoCarrieLam: The National Security Law will come into effect later today
8 month agoIndian security forces claim it has killed two militants involved in recent attack in Anantnag. #JammuKashmir
China's President Xi signs HK national security law: Xinhua
Beijing says Hong Kong security law a 'sword' over lawbreakers' heads
Respect our right to protect national security, HK leader tells UN
China's HK security law will only target 'small minority': Lam
COVID19 cases in the Philippines up by 1,080, raising country's total coronavirus infections to 37,514 as of June 30 -858 "fresh" cases -222 "late" cases Total recoveries reach 10,233 with 277 new recoveries. 11 more succumbs to COVID19, death toll at 1,266
8 month agoMany in Hongkong are disabling their accounts in anticipation of the CCP's security law. Some of the most active voices on this hellsite are going offline, and this is all happening on our watch
8 month agoCGTN:Helicopters prepare for 23rd anniversary of HongKong's return to China
8 month agoEU Ambassadors in Kabul are deeply concerned about the marked escalation of violence experienced throughout Afghanistan. This must end and a ceasefire put in place. Read full statement below. @EUinAfghanistan
8 month agoHuge fire at Blueknight Energy Plant in Gloucester City, NJ. The facility stores liquid asphalt & is directly across the river from S. Philly. @CBSPhilly
South Korea says Hong Kong should enjoy 'high degree of autonomy'
On reports that China has passed Hong Kong security law, Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab said "we are deeply concerned by unconfirmed reports that Beijing has passed the national security law. This would be a grave step". Once seen the full legislation further statement
8 month agoArea of wildfires at Russian Far East increased to 200 000 hectares
8 month agoHong Kong's pro-democracy group @demosisto founded by @joshuawongcf, @nathanlawkc, @chowtingagnes, @jeffreychngo among others, announced they are ceasing all operations and disbanding immediately, citing difficulties to continue following several key members' withdrawal
8 month ago@demosisto disbands
French Defence Minister writes to Defence Minister @rajnathsingh. The Minister has ensured 'steadyfast and friendly' support and also pays condolences to Galwan martyrs
Delhi Police yesterday filed chargesheets at Karkardooma Court in 3 cases in connection to the violence in Delhi that broke out in February this year. All 9 accused in the cases are in judicial custody
8 month agoSecurity law: HongKong police entered Landmark mall in Central to disperse crowds who gathered to take part in a "lunch with you" pro-democracy demonstration on Tue afternoon. Photo: Apple Daily screenshot
8 month ago2 hardcore militants were killed in an encounter in Waghama area of Anantnag today. In the last 24 hours, Anantnag Police and security forces have neutralised 5 militants. Police are playing a leading role in anti-terrorist operations: IG Kashmir Vijay Kumar
Earthquake of magnitude 4.9 - 51 km NNW of Ende, Indonesia
South Korean police said Tuesday that they've summoned two activists accused of raising tensions with North Korea by sending propaganda balloons or plastic bottles filled with rice across the border
8 month agoAround 40 people of the Defend Hong Kong Campaign gathered at Tamar Park on Tuesday to support the newly-passed national security legislation. Participants waved the Chinese flag and sang the national anthem "March of the Volunteers."
At least 2 civilians killed and another wounded when their vehicle was hit by a roadside IED in Nawa district of Helmand Province this morning. Confirmed by local officials.
China passes the national security law that grants it vast powers over Hong Kong
Statement just in from TikTok India
Earthquake of magnitude 4.7 - 210 km WSW of Severo-Kurilsk, Russia
8 month agoSuhail Shaheen announced Taliban released another 20 alleged ANDSF prisoners in Kunduz
Commerce Secretary says Hong Kong's special status is revoked - BBG
Flu virus with 'pandemic potential' found in China
8 month agoUS ends exports of defense equipment to HK, will impose same restrictions on defense & dual-use technologies for HK as for China. 2nd step US has taken since declaring HK no longer autonomous. On June 26, visa restrictions were imposed on CCP officials
[email protected]: "The world received disturbing reports today that the Chinese Communist Party is using forced sterilization, forced abortion, and coercive family planning against Uyghurs and other minorities in Xinjiang, as part of a continuing campaign of repression."
Militant gun attack took place against police check-post in Spinwam, North Waziristan near Pakistan-Afghanistan border. Attack was confirmed by police sources, which said there were no casualties and the police forces fought back. Pakistan
8 month agoStatement from Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Pakistan blaming India's RAW for terror attack in Karachi
Amid search for virus origin, WHO says sending team to China 'next week'
8 month agoHome Ministry issues Unlock India guidelines effective from July 1. More domestic travel in a calibrate manner etc:
8 month agoWeapons allegedly seized from ISKP members by ANDSF in Kunar
Indian Government: 'Modi Govt shows its tremendous resolve and dexterity of engaging China on multiple fronts and hitting China where it hurts the most. This is India's first salvo to China after the border clashes, showing that India has a diverse range of retaliatory options.'
Akazi Members of Wolesi Jirga: Three women and two civilians were killed in an airstrike in Bala Murghab district of Badghis province this morning.
8 month agoIndian Govt bans 59 Chinese apps, including Tik-Tok. Full list