In a tragic turn of events, more than 180 people have lost their lives, with thousands left homeless, following the violence that has unfolded in Manipur since May. However, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has come under fire for his delayed response to the crisis. Critics argue that he failed to publicly address the violence until last month, despite the fact that Manipur is controlled by his own Hindu nationalist party.
The situation in Manipur has been dire, with numerous casualties and an alarming number of people rendered homeless. It wasn’t until recently that Prime Minister Modi finally acknowledged the gravity of the situation. His failure to address the violence promptly has raised concerns among the public and opposition leader Rahul Gandhi, who has vehemently criticized Modi’s handling of the ethnic conflict.
Rahul Gandhi launched a scathing attack on Prime Minister Modi, accusing his government of dividing, breaking, and causing immense suffering to Manipur. The violence has resulted in a significant loss of life, injuries to hundreds, and the displacement of tens of thousands of people. Such a dire situation demands immediate action and attention, yet Modi’s delayed response has only fueled criticism and intensified the urgency for a resolution.
In other news, Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu has announced that Russia will bolster its forces at its western borders in response to Finland’s accession to the U.S.-led NATO alliance. Poland has likewise expressed its plans to strengthen its military presence, further increasing tensions in the region. Shoigu expects significant NATO forces and weaponry to be deployed in Finland, which has substantially lengthened Russia’s land border with the alliance.
Meanwhile, a former rebel leader and politician in Niger has launched a movement opposing the junta that seized power in a coup on July 26. Rhissa Ag Boula, the leader of the Council of Resistance for the Republic (CRR), aims to reinstate ousted President Mohamed Bazoum, who has been detained since the takeover. This movement marks the first sign of internal resistance to the army rule in Niger, a strategically important country in the Sahel region.
Pakistan is also facing political and economic crises, as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced his intention to advise the president to dissolve parliament, paving the way for a national election. This move comes as the country grapples with mounting challenges and instability.
Tragedy struck in the central Mediterranean as Italian authorities confirmed that forty-one migrants are believed to have lost their lives in a shipwreck. Survivors who were taken to the island of Lampedusa have recounted the harrowing incident, revealing that there were a total of 45 people on board, including three children.
Brazil’s President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva aims to foster a united front among rainforest nations in international climate negotiations. A summit of Amazon nations concluded with an accord, and representatives from these countries will now engage with leaders from other rainforest nations to address environmental concerns collectively.
Poland has decided to deploy 2,000 troops to its border with Belarus, doubling the number requested by the Border Guard. This decision aims to curb illegal crossings and maintain stability amidst growing concerns about the situation in Belarus, with the arrival of hundreds of Wagner mercenaries last month.
Lastly, firefighting efforts in southern Portugal have managed to tame a huge blaze, which ravaged thousands of hectares of forest. Firefighters will remain on the ground as a precaution in case of flareups, despite the situation being under control.
