A video of US President Donald Trump reacting to Charlie Kirk’s killing has sparked online debate, with some claiming it was AI-generated. The clip, shared by the White House, shows Trump calling Kirk a “martyr for truth” and blaming the “radical left” for political violence. X users flagged “glitches” in the footage, saying Trump’s body and hands barely moved. Others argued it was simply edited with transitions. The video has over 3.4 million views. Trump’s message came after Kirk, 31, a conservative activist and Turning Point USA co-founder, was shot dead in what officials called a “political assassination.”

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk, 31, was shot dead while answering questions at Utah Valley University. His final exchange was with a student who asked, “Do you know how many mass shooters there have been in America over the last 10 years?” Kirk replied, “Counting or not counting gang violence?” Seconds later, a bullet struck his neck, and he collapsed as the crowd screamed and fled. Authorities believe the shot came from a rooftop and have launched a manhunt. President Donald Trump called Kirk “great, and even legendary.” Democrats also condemned the killing, calling it an attack on democracy. (PC: NDTV)

The UK will begin mass-producing interceptor drones to support Ukraine against Russian air attacks. The drones were designed by Ukraine with help from British scientists and are said to be highly effective against Moscow’s Shahed drones. Defence Secretary John Healey will announce details at a London trade show. The project is the first under a new UK-Ukraine technology-sharing deal signed earlier this year by Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The news came after Russian drones entered Polish airspace, prompting NATO forces to respond. Poland called the incident the most serious threat to its security since World War Two. (PC: Reuters)

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended Israel's military strike on Hamas headquarters in Qatar's Doha, drawing parallels to America's post 9/11 response. Netanyahu called October 7 Israel's "9/11 moment" and accused Qatar of harboring Hamas terrorists while providing them "sumptuous villas" and financing. He referenced US operations against Al-Qaeda in Afghanistan and killing Osama bin Laden in Pakistan, stating "We did exactly what America did." Netanyahu urged nations harboring terrorists to "either expel them or bring them to justice" or face Israeli action. Qatar condemned the strike as "cowardly" and violating international law. The attack occurred as Hamas leaders gathered to consider a US ceasefire proposal, marking significant escalation.

Conservative activist Charlie Kirk, 31, was shot dead on Wednesday during a student event at Utah Valley University. Police said the shooter fired from a rooftop overlooking the courtyard, striking Kirk around 12:20 pm local time. He was rushed to Timpanogos Regional Hospital but later died. Nearly 3,000 people were present at the event. Two men, George Zinn and Zachariah Qureshi, were briefly detained but released after questioning. The FBI has now launched a manhunt and opened a digital tip line. Utah’s governor called it a “political assassination.” US President Donald Trump called Kirk “a martyr for truth and freedom.” (PC: Reuters)

Charlie Kirk, 31, conservative activist and Turning Point USA CEO, was fatally shot during a Utah Valley University debate. The incident occurred moments after Kirk responded to questions on gun violence. Spectators captured the shooting on video, showing Kirk bleeding heavily from the neck. President Donald Trump mourned Kirk as “Great, and even Legendary.” The suspected shooter remains at large, with one person detained but not identified as the assailant. The event had sparked campus controversy, with nearly 1,000 petitioning against Kirk’s appearance. The tragedy adds to a growing wave of political violence in the U.S., including recent attacks on lawmakers and public figures. Officials across party lines condemned the act.

France witnessed nationwide protests on Wednesday as Sébastien Lecornu took office as the country’s new prime minister. The demonstrations were led by grassroots movement Bloquons Tout (“Let’s Block Everything”), which opposes budget cuts and the political class. Protesters blocked streets, set fires, and clashed with police, with 250 arrests reported by morning. In Paris, around 1,000 people gathered near Gare du Nord station, where police used tear gas. Protesters demanded President Emmanuel Macron’s resignation, rent freezes, and higher taxes for the rich. Lecornu, France’s fifth prime minister in under two years, promised dialogue with opposition and trade unions. (PC: BBC)

A total of 112 tourists from Thane district, Maharashtra, are stranded in Nepal due to violent anti-government protests. The group, from Murbad taluka, is divided between Kathmandu and Pokhara. According to MLA Kisan Kathore, 47 tourists are in a hotel in Kathmandu, the worst-hit area, while 65 are in Pokhara. They have appealed to the Maharashtra government for swift evacuation. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis and the Thane district collector have been informed. Tourists shared videos describing fear and uncertainty as protests turned violent after Prime Minister K P Sharma Oli resigned. Nineteen people have died in the unrest. (PC: X)

Nepal’s army is patrolling Kathmandu after anti-corruption protests turned violent. Prime Minister KP Oli resigned as government buildings, parliament, and politicians’ homes were torched. At least 29 people have died since Monday. Gen Z protesters leading the movement said the violence was caused by opportunists and “infiltrators,” not them. They are volunteering to clean up and protect public property. Nationwide curfews are in place, and checkpoints check IDs of all vehicles. Protests began after a social media ban and grew due to anger over corruption and nepotism. Citizens hope for independent leadership and better governance in Nepal. (PC: BBC)

Sushila Karki, Nepal’s first woman Chief Justice, is set to lead the country’s interim government after the fall of KP Sharma Oli. Gen Z protesters, who forced Oli’s resignation, voted in favor of Karki during a mass online meeting. Known for her zero-tolerance on corruption, Karki once jailed a sitting minister. She studied at Banaras Hindu University (BHU), where she recalled learning both politics and dance. In 2017, she faced impeachment over alleged judicial activism. Protest leaders called her “fearless and fair.” Her appointment now awaits formal approval by Nepal’s army leadership. (PC: India Today)