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- New Straits Times
New York officer killed in shooting was Bangladeshi immigrant whose wife was pregnant
WASHINGTON: The New York police officer killed in a shooting in a Manhattan skyscraper on Monday was described by the city's mayor and police commissioner as a heroic Bangladeshi immigrant who saved lives while "putting his life on the line." A gunman opened fire on Monday inside a midtown office tower, killing four people, including Officer Didarul Islam, 36, before fatally shooting himself, officials said. "We lost four souls to another senseless act of gun violence, including a member of the New York City Police Department, Officer Islam," New York Mayor Eric Adams told reporters in a press conference late on Monday. Adams said the officer was a three and a half year veteran of the police department. "He was saving lives, he was protecting New Yorkers," Adams said. "He loved this city, and everyone we spoke with stated he was a person of faith and a person who believed in God." Adams said he met the officer's family on Monday night. "I told them that he was a hero, and we admire him for putting his life on the line," the mayor added. Islam was married, had two young sons, and his wife is pregnant with a third child, Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch said in the press conference. "He put himself in harm's way. He made the ultimate sacrifice — shot in cold blood," she said. Islam was working on a paid security detail in the building when the shooting occurred, the commissioner added. Such details allow "companies to hire officers in uniform to provide extra uniform security," she said. Excluding Islam, 42 federal, state, county, municipal, military, and U.S. territories officers have died in the line of duty in the first half of 2025, according to preliminary data from the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund. — REUTERS
The Sun
33 minutes ago
- The Sun
South Korea backs US-North Korea talks resumption amid tensions
SEOUL: South Korea's Ministry of Unification expressed strong support for the resumption of talks between the United States and North Korea, according to a report by Yonhap News Agency. The ministry official emphasized Seoul's commitment to diplomatic efforts despite Pyongyang's recent statements rejecting denuclearization. North Korea earlier stated that the U.S. must acknowledge the changed geopolitical landscape since past summits, asserting that future talks would not lead to the abandonment of its nuclear weapons program. 'The United States must accept that reality has changed since the countries' summit meetings in the past, and no future dialogue would end its nuclear programme,' Pyongyang declared. The South Korean ministry's stance highlights ongoing regional efforts to stabilize relations, even as North Korea maintains its hardline position. Analysts suggest that Seoul's push for dialogue reflects a strategic approach to de-escalate tensions while urging Pyongyang to return to negotiations. - Reuters
The Sun
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- The Sun
Trump may visit China but not seeking Xi summit
US President Donald Trump stated on Tuesday that he is not pursuing a summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping but hinted at a possible visit to China if formally invited. Trump clarified his position in a post on Truth Social, saying, 'I may go to China, but it would only be at the invitation of President Xi, which has been extended. Otherwise, no interest!' The remarks come amid ongoing geopolitical tensions between the US and China, with trade and security issues remaining unresolved. Trump's statement suggests a willingness to engage diplomatically, though only under specific conditions. Analysts speculate that a potential visit could signal an attempt to ease strained relations, though no official plans have been confirmed. The White House has yet to comment further on the matter. - Reuters
