Spain high-speed train crash kills 68, injures over 100
US cruise ship strands 203 passengers in Cambodia over soaring fuel costs
BRICS nations call for 'maximum restraint' in Middle East war
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AI In-brief13 Sept 10:32
BRICS nations call for 'maximum restraint' in Middle East war
BRICS nations, including China, Russia, Iran, and India, collectively urged "maximum restraint" and de-escalation in the Middle East war during a summit in New Delhi.
The joint statement marked a significant diplomatic breakthrough, as earlier divisions among members had prevented a consensus on the conflict.
Host India spearheaded intensive diplomatic efforts to achieve the unified stance, aiming to bolster BRICS' global influence in addressing conflicts and international stability.
The summit also featured key bilateral meetings, including Chinese President Xi Jinping's first visit to India since 2019, signaling a cautious improvement in relations despite historical border disputes.
AI In-briefToday 12:10
US cruise ship strands 203 passengers in Cambodia over soaring fuel costs
The American residential cruise ship, Odyssey, abruptly suspended its round-the-world voyage in Cambodia, leaving 203 passengers stranded.
Operations ceased due to overwhelming fuel costs, which dramatically soared from $1,800 to $6,000-$8,000 per cabin monthly, attributed to escalating conflicts in Iran.
Many passengers, who had sold homes and assets for permanent residence on the ship, were left effectively homeless in a foreign country without promised accommodations or return airfare.
Operator Villa Vie Residences announced a 60-day financial restructuring process, unable to confirm if the Odyssey would ever return to service.