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Meet Lisa Monaco, Microsoft executive Trump wants to see fired

**Meet Lisa Monaco, Microsoft Executive Trump Wants Fired**

*By Dwaipayan Roy | Sep 27, 2025, 11:36 AM*

US President Donald Trump has publicly called on Microsoft to terminate Lisa Monaco, the company’s head of global affairs. Trump labeled Monaco a “menace” to national security and linked his demand for her dismissal to ongoing legal cases against him.

Lisa Monaco was appointed as Microsoft’s head of global affairs in June 2025. Prior to joining Microsoft, she served in prominent roles within the Barack Obama and Joe Biden administrations, including as Deputy Attorney General under Biden and national security advisor under Obama. Notably, Monaco played a key role in coordinating the Justice Department’s response to the January 6 Capitol attack.

In a post on Truth Social, Trump described Monaco as “corrupt and totally Trump deranged.” He argued that her previous government roles pose a risk to national security, particularly given Microsoft’s extensive contracts with the US government. Trump also alleged that because of her past actions, Monaco was stripped of all security clearances and lost access to classified national security intelligence.

This demand fits a pattern of Trump targeting individuals and institutions he perceives as political adversaries since his return to office in January 2025. Previously, he pressured Intel’s CEO to resign and sought to influence Disney’s ABC regarding programming content.

Meanwhile, Microsoft faces increasing scrutiny over its contracts with various US government agencies. The company has also come under fire for limiting access to certain cloud services to a unit of the Israeli military after reviews into alleged surveillance practices.

Despite the controversy, Monaco’s LinkedIn profile confirms her current role at Microsoft. It remains unclear how the company or Monaco herself will respond to Trump’s call for her firing.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella recently attended a White House dinner with President Trump and other tech industry leaders, highlighting ongoing engagement between the tech giant and the US administration amid the unfolding situation.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/world/trump-demands-microsoft-fire-global-affairs-head/story

Sonam Wangchuk detained under NSA, shifted to Jodhpur: Ladakh administration

**Sonam Wangchuk Detained Under NSA, Shifted to Jodhpur: Ladakh Administration**

*By Snehil Singh | Sep 27, 2025, 10:14 AM*

The Ladakh administration has detained climate activist Sonam Wangchuk under the National Security Act (NSA) and shifted him to Jodhpur. This decision followed his alleged provocative speeches linked to recent violence in Leh, which left four people dead and many injured. Authorities stated that Wangchuk’s actions were prejudicial to state security and public order.

### Protest Escalation Sparks Unrest

The unrest erupted on the 15th day of Wangchuk’s hunger strike, which was aimed at demanding early talks between the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and Ladakh representatives. The administration claims that his speeches incited violent protests on September 24, including attacks on police personnel.

Despite the government’s claims of ongoing dialogues with the Apex Body Leh and the Kargil Democratic Alliance, Wangchuk reportedly continued his fast. According to the MHA, his actions contributed to escalating tensions in the region.

### Administrative Actions Taken

Following Wangchuk’s arrest, the Ministry of Home Affairs canceled the registration of his non-profit organization, the Students Educational and Cultural Movement of Ladakh, under the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA), 2010. Additionally, the government suspended internet services in Leh to curb the spread of misinformation and maintain public order.

### Political Backlash and Current Situation

The detention has drawn criticism from several political leaders. Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah described the arrest as “unfortunate” and criticized the central government’s handling of the situation.

Congress leader Ghulam Ahmad Mir also condemned the arrest, emphasizing that Wangchuk never encouraged violence and accusing the BJP government of failing to properly address Ladakh’s issues.

Sonam Wangchuk himself stated he would be “happy to be arrested anytime for this cause,” noting that his imprisonment would highlight important concerns about governance in India.

The situation in Leh and Kargil remains tense, with a curfew imposed in Leh town and restrictions on large gatherings in Kargil to prevent further unrest.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/india/sonam-wangchuk-detained-under-nsa-shifted-to-jodhpur-ladakh-administration/story

EAM S Jaishankar Slams Double Standards At UNGA, Calls For Stronger Global Cooperation Amid Trump’s Russian Oil Threat – VIDEO

United Nations: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Thursday said that terrorism remains a “persistent threat” to development and stressed that the world must show neither tolerance nor accommodation to terrorist activities. Addressing the G20 Foreign Ministers’ meeting here, Jaishankar said those who act against terrorists on any front render a “larger service to the international community as a whole”. Speaking on the correlation between international peace and global development, he said that in recent times, both deteriorated in parallel. “A persistent threat to development is that perennial disruptor of peace – terrorism,” he said, adding, “It is imperative that the world display neither tolerance nor accommodation to terrorist activities.” As the world confronts conflict, economic pressures and terrorism, the limitations of multilateralism and the United Nations are visible, Jaishankar said. “The need for reforming multilateralism has never been greater,” he said, adding that today, the international situation is both politically and economically volatile. “We as members of G20 have a particular responsibility to strengthen its stability and give it a more positive direction that is best done by undertaking dialogue and diplomacy, by firmly combating terrorism, and by appreciating the need for stronger energy and economic security.” Speaking on peace and global development, he said ongoing conflicts, particularly in Ukraine and Gaza, have starkly demonstrated the costs, especially to the Global South, in terms of energy, food and fertiliser security. “Apart from jeopardising supplies and logistics, access and cost themselves became pressure points on nations. Double standards are clearly in evidence,” he said. Jaishankar stressed that while peace enables development, threatening development cannot facilitate peace. He said that making energy and other essentials more uncertain in an economically fragile situation helps no one, and called for moving the needle towards dialogue and diplomacy, “not in the opposite direction towards further complications”. In any conflict situation, there will be a few who have the ability to engage both sides and such countries can be utilised by the international community, both to achieve peace and to maintain it thereafter, he said. “So even as we attempt to address complex threats to peace, the value of encouraging a buy-in from those supportive of such goals should be appreciated,” he said. (Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ’s editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.)
https://www.freepressjournal.in/world/eam-s-jaishankar-slams-double-standards-at-unga-calls-for-stronger-global-cooperation-amid-trumps-russian-oil-threat-video

Punjab: Amritsar Police arrests six, recovers 4.03 kg heroin and two pistols

Acting on intelligence inputs, the Amritsar Commissionerate Police on Thursday arrested six operatives involved in cross-border heroin and weapons supply. During the operation, authorities recovered 4.03 kg of heroin and two pistols, effectively dismantling a major narcotics and arms network, according to the Director General of Police (DGP) Punjab Police.

In a social media post on X, the DGP revealed that preliminary investigations showed the arrested individuals were in contact with a Pakistan-based handler through social media platforms. They were receiving consignments of heroin and weapons in the Khemkaran and Ferozpur sectors. These consignments were being pushed by Pakistani smugglers using drones for supply in the Amritsar area.

The official post stated:
“In an intelligence-led operation, Amritsar Commissionerate Police dismantled a major narcotics and arms network. Six operatives involved in cross-border heroin and weapons supply were apprehended, and 4.03 kg heroin along with two pistols (one Glock 9mm and one .30 bore pistol) were recovered.

Preliminary investigation revealed the arrested accused were in contact with Pakistan-based handler Shah through social media platforms. They were receiving heroin and weapons consignments in Khemkaran and Ferozepur sectors, being pushed in by Pakistan smugglers through drones for supply in the Amritsar area.”

A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered at the Gate Islamabad Police Station, and further investigations are underway to expose the entire nexus, including both backward and forward linkages of the network.

The DGP emphasized:
“Punjab Police reiterates its commitment to dismantling narco-terror and organised crime networks to safeguard Punjab.”

In a related development the day before, the Punjab Police, acting on a backward linkage, busted a significant hawala network and recovered ₹2.05 crore. This operation was spearheaded by the Kapurthala Police, who arrested an associate involved in funding operations linked to a Ludhiana-based hawala operator.

DGP Punjab Police, Gaurav Yadav, commented:
“Acting swiftly on backward linkages, Kapurthala Police busted a major hawala network, recovering ₹2.05 crore of hawala money. Our police team identified a Ludhiana-based hawala operator and arrested an associate involved in funding operations through hawala.”

He also highlighted ongoing efforts in combating cybercrime, stating:
“Last week, Kapurthala Police unearthed a large-scale online cyber-fraud scam in Phagwara. A case was registered at PS Cyber Crime, Kapurthala, leading to the arrest of 38 accused, along with the seizure of 40 laptops, 67 mobile phones, and ₹10 lakh of suspected hawala money linked to the scam.”

DGP Yadav added:
“Further investigation is underway to expose and neutralise the entire nexus. Punjab Police remains resolute in dismantling organised financial crime networks, curbing cyber fraud, and safeguarding citizens’ hard-earned money.”

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https://www.mid-day.com/news/india-news/article/punjab-amritsar-police-arrests-six-recovers-4-03-kg-heroin-and-two-pistols-23595756

MSNBC Analyst Blames ICE Policies After Shooter Opens Fire on Dallas Facility [WATCH]

During Wednesday’s broadcast of *Katy Tur Reports* on MSNBC, network Security and Intelligence Analyst Christopher O’Leary discussed the recent shooting at an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Texas. He argued that federal law enforcement practices should be reviewed alongside calls to reduce heated political rhetoric.

O’Leary began by characterizing terrorism as a form of communication aimed at shaping perceptions beyond those directly affected. “So, terrorism is theater. It’s intended to influence an audience beyond its immediate victims. It’s putting a message out. And terrorism falls into really three categories: It’s either religiously motivated, ideologically motivated, or, in this case, politically motivated,” he said.

He added, “The politically motivated ones don’t happen in a vacuum. It happens because conditions have been set that people start acting out against.”

According to O’Leary, the current environment has fueled anger and contributed to violent acts targeting government institutions. He cited several factors, including diminishing confidence in institutions, economic inequality, and the operational methods of federal law enforcement agencies.

“The conditions are distrust in institutions that’s been building for quite some time, attacks on institutions, the wealth gap, oppressive policies—at least this is what people perceive—and then the militarization of ICE and other federal law enforcement, the wearing of the masks, the aggressive tactics,” O’Leary explained.

He argued that these conditions create a sense among some individuals that violent acts are the only available means of protest. “So, the people who are starting to act out against this feel it’s their only recourse. Again, this is predictable. We see this happening throughout our history and in other places as well,” he said.

While noting that toning down heated political rhetoric is important, O’Leary maintained that addressing underlying policies and enforcement methods is equally necessary.

“So, we can tone down the rhetoric, and that’s the right message. But you also have to start looking at what policies you’ve implemented and what tactics you’re using, because if you tone down the rhetoric but you leave those other pieces in place, nothing’s going to change,” he emphasized.

O’Leary’s comments followed reports of gunfire directed at an ICE facility in Texas, which authorities confirmed is under investigation.

His remarks highlighted an ongoing debate over the relationship between public discourse, government policy, and violent acts targeting federal agencies. He framed the Texas shooting as part of a broader pattern in which political motivations drive individuals to target institutions they see as symbols of oppressive or unfair practices.

As the investigation into the ICE facility shooting continues, O’Leary’s analysis suggests that federal agencies may face increasing scrutiny—not only over the incidents themselves but also over the policies and tactics that critics argue contribute to the conditions in which such attacks occur.
https://www.lifezette.com/2025/09/msnbc-analyst-blames-ice-policies-after-shooter-opens-fire-on-dallas-facility-watch/

Police close Denmark’s Aalborg Airport, shut down airspace due to drone sightings

Police Close Denmark’s Aalborg Airport and Shut Down Airspace Due to Drone Sightings

Authorities have closed Aalborg Airport in Denmark and shut down the surrounding airspace following multiple sightings of drones near the facility. An official statement from the police confirmed the closure, stating:

“Drones have been observed near Aalborg Airport, and the airspace is closed. The police are present and investigating further.”

The incident has prompted heightened security measures as officials work to assess the situation and ensure the safety of all air traffic in the area.

Drone flying on high altitude mountain top; illustrative.

Photo credit: SHUTTERSTOCK/lzf

By Reuters, Jerusalem Post Staff

https://www.jpost.com/international/article-868490

Tucson woman arrested for allegedly making threat against Tempe City Council meeting

**Tucson Woman Arrested for Online Threat That Postponed Tempe City Council Meeting**

PHOENIX — A Tucson woman was arrested Wednesday for allegedly making an online threat that led to the postponement of a Tempe City Council meeting last month, authorities said.

Kathleen Tierney faces one felony count of computer tampering and two misdemeanor counts of disorderly conduct, according to the Tempe Police Department. The computer tampering charge is based on a state statute that prohibits recklessly using a computer, computer system, or network to engage in a scheme or course of conduct directed at another person that seriously alarms, torments, threatens, or terrorizes that person.

Tierney was taken into custody in Tucson by Tempe Criminal Apprehension Surveillance Team officers, with support from the U.S. Marshals Service.

“This arrest demonstrates our unwavering commitment to protecting the safety of our community members and elected leaders,” Tempe Police Chief Ken McCoy said in a press release. “Threats like this not only endanger lives, they disrupt civic engagement and silence the voices of the people we serve.”

### What Happened When the Threat Was Made Against the Tempe City Council Meeting?

Wednesday’s arrest follows an investigation into a threatening social media post targeting attendees of the August 28 Tempe City Council meeting. The threat was posted just as the council chamber was filling up shortly before the meeting was scheduled to begin.

“The concern was specific in nature and credible enough that we could not in good conscience proceed with the meeting,” Assistant Chief James Sweig said in a press release at the time.

As a result, about 75 people were escorted from the room, and the meeting was rescheduled to September 2 and conducted virtually as a precaution. Additionally, a work study session on September 4 was also changed to a virtual format.

Tempe resumed in-person City Council meetings last Thursday after police implemented several new security measures.

Tempe City Council meetings are held at the East Valley suburb’s City Hall, a distinctive inverted pyramid building on Fifth Street just east of Mill Avenue.
https://ktar.com/arizona-news/tempe-city-council-threat-arrest/5754114/

Pak PM Shehbaz to travel to Washington to meet Trump on Thursday

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to travel from New York to Washington to meet U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday, as both sides make a renewed push to reset their bilateral relations. Shehbaz is currently in New York to attend the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session. According to diplomatic sources cited by The Express Tribune, he will briefly travel to Washington for the meeting and then return to New York the same day to continue his UNGA engagements.

This upcoming meeting will mark the first time the U.S. President and the Pakistani Prime Minister have met at the White House since July 2019, when former Prime Minister Imran Khan visited Washington and met President Trump. During President Joe Biden’s tenure, Pakistan was noticeably sidelined; he never held phone conversations with Pakistani prime ministers nor extended invitations to the White House.

Since President Trump took office in January, however, there has been a dramatic and unexpected shift in the Pakistan-U.S. relationship. The Trump-Shehbaz meeting comes amid a noticeable thaw in ties between Islamabad and Washington. In June, Trump held a rare one-on-one meeting with Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir at the White House, signaling a departure from the Biden administration’s frosty approach in favor of Trump’s more transactional but open style of engagement with Pakistan.

Diplomatic observers view the Shehbaz-Trump meeting as a continuation of this reset. A senior Pakistani official familiar with the process told The Express Tribune, “The optics of the army chief’s meeting in June were significant. This meeting institutionalises that opening.”

Officials in Islamabad believe the discussions will focus on a range of issues including bilateral relations, regional and international matters such as Afghanistan, counterterrorism cooperation, and trade opportunities.

Analysts caution, however, that while President Trump appears eager to engage Islamabad, the reset remains tentative.

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https://www.mid-day.com/news/world-news/article/pakistan-prime-minister-shehbaz-sharif-to-travel-to-washington-to-meet-us-president-donald-trump-on-thursday-23595612

Breakthrough in Assam Rifles ambush; key suspect nabbed in Manipur

**Breakthrough in Assam Rifles Ambush: Key Suspect Nabbed in Manipur**

*By Chanshimla Varah | Sep 24, 2025, 02:26 pm*

The Manipur police have made a significant breakthrough in the investigation of the deadly ambush on Assam Rifles personnel that took place on September 19. The attack, which occurred in Nambol, Bishnupur district, targeted a convoy of the 33 Assam Rifles and resulted in the deaths of two soldiers: Naib Subedar Shyam Gurung and Rifleman Ranjit Singh Kashyap. Additionally, five other soldiers sustained injuries.

### Arrest of the Prime Accused

In a joint operation conducted in the early hours of Wednesday, a key suspect, Khomdram Ojit Singh alias Keilal (47), was apprehended. The operation was carried out by the combined forces of Imphal West District Police, Bishnupur Police, the 33 Assam Rifles, and other security agencies in the Kameng area of Imphal West district based on precise intelligence inputs.

Singh is identified as an active member of the banned People’s Liberation Army (PLA). Notably, he was out on bail following his earlier arrest on April 22, 2007.

### Confession and Recovery of Arms

During interrogation, Singh confessed to his involvement in the ambush. He disclosed that after the attack, he and his accomplices fled toward Loktak Lake, where they concealed their weapons at a secret location.

Acting on this information, security forces recovered a substantial cache of arms and ammunition, which included:

– One A4 rifle
– Two AK rifles
– One INSAS rifle
– Three lathode shells
– 216 rounds of M-16 ammunition
– 67 rounds of INSAS ammunition
– A mobile handset
– A wallet
– An Aadhaar card

### Investigation Progress and Further Actions

Singh is currently undergoing further interrogation. Authorities have identified additional suspects, and follow-up operations are underway to apprehend all individuals involved in the attack.

The Manipur Police Headquarters has emphasized that security operations will continue relentlessly until all perpetrators are brought to justice.

### Context

This attack occurred shortly after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Manipur on September 13, his first visit since violence erupted in the state in May 2023.

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The swift action by the Manipur police and security forces marks a critical step forward in addressing insurgency-related violence in the region. Updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
https://www.newsbytesapp.com/news/india/assam-rifles-ambush-prime-accused-arrested-in-manipur/story

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