Greta Thunberg calls for climate protest in Glasgow

In an interview with ANI, Alba Party spokesperson and parliamentary candidate for Glasgow South, Dhruva Kumar, said that the debate around Scottish independence has shifted from a theoretical aspiration to a practical necessity in a post-Brexit world.

Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey welcomed India's selection as host of the 2030 Commonwealth Games, praising its sporting legacy and Ahmedabad as the venue. PM Modi celebrated the win on X. The decision was ratified by 74 Commonwealth member nations in Glasgow.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday called India's successful bid to host the Centenary Commonwealth Games 2030 in Ahmedabad a "proud moment for Bharat," describing it as a reflection of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for world-class infrastructure and sporting excellence.

"The historic trade deal the UK government struck with India this year is great news for Scotland and especially our whisky industry; but having secured the deal, our challenge and responsibility now is to put this deal into action," said Douglas Alexander, UK Secretary of State for Scotland.

US President Donald Trump criticised climate activist Greta Thunberg, suggesting she has an "anger management problem" and should see a doctor.

The ministry said Thunberg "did not complain to the Israeli authorities about any of these ludicrous and baseless allegations--because they never occurred." It added that she and other detainees had refused to accept fast-track deportation offers, choosing instead to "prolong their stay in custody."

The Global Samud Flotilla, comprising 45 vessels with several politicians and Swedish activist Greta Thunberg, began its journey last month and was heading to the UN-designated female region, Gaza, according to France 24.

One of the first boats to be boarded carried Greta Thunberg, according to Israel's Foreign Ministry, which released a video showing an Israeli soldier handing her belongings back after her detention. The ministry said, "Greta and her friends are safe and healthy," while confirming that several vessels had already been diverted to Israeli ports.

Hamas documents recovered by Israeli troops in Gaza allegedly revealed its "direct involvement" in an activist mission which is currently sailing dozens of boats to challenge Israel's blockade of the Strip, Israel's Foreign Ministry said on Tuesday as reported by Times of Israel.

Spain and Italy have deployed naval ships to escort the Global Sumud Flotilla carrying aid to Gaza after reported Israeli drone attacks in the Mediterranean. Leaders stressed international law and citizen safety, while Italy urged activists to stay in international waters, Al Jazeera reported.