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Vladimir Putin's limo 'attacked in assassination attempt' as Ukraine war rages

The Russian president was travelling by limousine when there was allegedly a "loud bang" from its left front wheel before the vehicle was consumed by heavy smoke.

Daily Record

Vladimir Putin's limo 'attacked in assassination attempt' amid Ukraine war

The limousine attack could have been an assassination attempt on Vladimir Putin, according to an unconfirmed claim, after a loud bang struck the left wheel of the car

Daily Mirror

Argentina: Third person arrested in VP assassination attempt

A third person has been arrested as part of the investigation into the assassination attempt on Argentine Vice President Cristina Fernández

The Independent UK

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‘You’re marked for assassination’: Woman charged for threatening voicemails to Trump Mar-a-Lago judge

The caller reportedly suffers from severe bipolar disorder

The Independent UK

Argentina arrests new suspect in attack on vice president -local media

Argentine authorities have arrested a woman suspected of participating in the organization of the failed assassination attempt on Vice President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner almost two weeks ago, local media reported on Tuesday.

Reuters

Iran makes arrests in Guards commander killing blamed on Israel -judiciary

Iranian authorities have arrested several people over the assassination of a Revolutionary Guards colonel in May that Tehran has blamed on Israel and its Western allies, judiciary spokesman Masoud Setayeshi said on Tuesday.

Reuters

How Queen Elizabeth II was nearly killed in the 'Lithgow Plot' while on a train in 1970

In April 1970 Queen Elizabeth was mingling with workers at a factory in NSW's central west. She had no idea that just hours before she had been the subject of a failed assassination plot — if the stories are to be believed.

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Orwell in Argentina

Dark clouds are gathering in Buenos Aires.

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Half of Japan governing lawmakers tied to Unification Church

Japan’s governing party says an internal survey has found that nearly half of its national lawmakers had ties to the Unification Church, in a widening controversy that emerged after the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe

The Independent UK

West Dunbartonshire Council call on UK Government to demand release of Jagtar Singh Johal

Jagtar Singh Johal – known as Jaggi – was arrested in India after his wedding in November 2017, accused of helping to fund a Sikh-on-Hindu assassination plot. He and his family strongly deny the allegations.

Daily Record

Unification Church ex-members in Japan rail at politicians who embraced it

When Sun Myung Moon, the Korean founder of the Unification Church, needed money for its extensive spiritual and business ventures he would look to Japan, according to some former members.

Reuters

Micro review: 'The Anatomy of Loss' by Arjun Raj Gaind

Author Arjun Gaind is back with a new novel titled 'The Anatomy of Loss', which was released in July 2022. Set in the backdrop of the aftermath of Operation Blue Star leading to political unrest in Punjab and then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi's assassination in 1984, the story follows the…

The Times of India

Vladimir Putin's grandson, 10, moved to safety over fear of Ukrainian assassination

A Ukrainian sabotage attack on annexed Crimea leads to a karting competition involving Vladimir Putin’s grandson being moved to a safer location over fears the 10-year-old boy may be targeted

Daily Mirror

Why Japan is turning against a state funeral for assassinated former leader Shinzo Abe

TOKYO — The upcoming state funeral for former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was billed as an opportunity to stand up for democracy after his assassination on the campaign trail. It has ended up dividing the public and threatening his successor’s agenda.

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Who Marginalized Role of Premiership in Lebanon after Rafik Hariri’s Assassination?

The 1989 Taif Accord that ended the Lebanese civil war (1975-90) transformed the position of prime minister into an effective partner in power. The position was consolidated with the arrival of Rafik Hariri to the post in late 1992. The businessman managed to invest his extensive Arab and international relations…

The Independent UK

Attack raises doubts about Argentine VP's security protocols

An apparent assassination attempt on the vice president of Argentina is raising questions about her security protocols and her habit of pressing the flesh with supporters

The Guardian - UK

Don’t take democracy for granted, warns director of Argentine junta film

Comments at Venice film festival come after recent failed assassination attempt on Argentina’s vice-president

Asharq Al-Awsat

Saudi Arabia Denounces Assassination Attempt on Argentine Vice President

The Saudi Arabian Embassy to Argentina condemned on Saturday in the strongest terms, the attempt to assassinate Argentine Vice President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner outside her Buenos Aires home. The Saudi embassy expressed support for Argentine and its people in the face of threats against its security and stability. It…

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Argentina's vice president survives assassination attempt

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Argentinians march for Cristina Kirchner after vice-president survives assassination bid

Tens of thousands take to the streets to condemn political violence and show support for vice-president a day after shock attack

Reuters

Brazil should be prepared for political violence after Kirchner attack, says Lula

Brazil's former President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Friday politicians should be prepared to face a climate of violence, a day after an assassination attempt that targeted Argentina's vice president.

Reuters

Attempted Kirchner assassination prompts Bolsonaro, Lula security re-think

The attempted assassination of Argentine Vice President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner by a Brazilian has forced Brazil's main presidential candidates to re-evaluate their security arrangements ahead of the Oct. 2 vote, sources said on Friday.

Tribune News Service

Argentina vice president survives gunman’s assassination attempt

A man was arrested in Argentina after pointing a gun at Vice President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner as she greeted supporters outside her residence in Buenos Aires, a rare case of political violence that shocked the South American nation.

Reuters

Factbox-Recent attacks on prominent figures in Latin America

Argentina's Vice President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner on Thursday night survived an apparent assassination attempt after a gunman threatened her at near point-blank range and the gun failed to discharge.

Reuters

U.S. condemns assassination attempt in Argentina -Blinken

The United States on Friday condemned the attempted assassination of Argentina's Vice President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner a day earlier.

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