UN RESUMES NUCLEAR SANCTIONS AGAINST IRAN
United Nations sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program are back in force. The sanctions had been lifted under the 2015 deal that Iran signed with several world powers in exchange for curbing its nuclear program. But Britain, France and Germany said Iran has continued nuclear development in violation of the agreement and began procedures to restore sanctions on August 28. Once that process began, the UN Security Council had 30 days to adopt a resolution to prevent the return of sanctions. A resolution submitted by Russia and China was voted down on Friday. That means the sanctions came into force at the start of Sunday GMT at 9:00 AM Japan time. Measures imposed by the Security Council include a ban on uranium enrichment and reprocessing, as well as an arms embargo. Tehran has reacted sharply, saying that it will suspend cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency. Some hardliners say Iran should withdraw from the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty, raising concerns that the conflict with the US and European countries may deepen.The impact on Iran's economy is not yet known. Many foreign companies. Have already pulled out of the country due to US sanctions imposed in 2018.
The Iranian government repeatedly stressed that the return of sanctions will have little impact on the nation.
The foreign ministers of Britain, France and Germany have issued a joint statement. The three nations welcome the move by the UN and urge all states to fully abide by resolutions relevant to the reinstatement.
The statement says the reimposition of UN sanctions is not the end of diplomacy and urges Iran to refrain from any escalatory action.
It also stresses that the three nations will continue to work towards a new diplomatic solution to ensure Iran never gets a nuclear weapon.
The US government also welcomes the move in a statement released on Saturday. It praises Britain, France and Germany for what it calls an act of decisive global leadership. Washington is calling on Iran to resume suspended nuclear talks with the United States. The statement says President Donald Trump has been clear that diplomacy is still an option and that a deal remains the best outcome for the Iranian people and the world.
STAMPEDE AT INDIA POLITICAL RALLY KILLS AT LEAST 36
Authorities in southern India say a rally held by a political party on Saturday resulted in a stampede that killed at least 36 people, including eight children. The rally was held in the state of Tamil Nadu. The political party was founded last year and is headed by a film actor. Local media quote police as saying the attendees numbered about 30,000.Police say the party leader was set to deliver a speech from a vehicle when the audience approached, setting off the Stampede. State officials say they will set up an investigative committee to look into the cause. India has often seen similar stampedes. In January, a Hindu event in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh ended in at least 30 deaths.
PATIENT SPEAKS ABOUT STEM CELL SPINAL CORD TREATMENT
A man who received a stem cell therapy in a clinical study on spinal cord injuries, that is, in Japan, has spoken to NHK.
When I moved a little, I cried. I couldn't believe it.
The man was one of four patients who took part in the study. They had lost the ability to move their bodies due to injuries or other causes. Doctors derived cells from induced pluripotent stem cells, or IPSC's, and transplanted them into the patients. They later evaluated the degree of motor function recovery.
The man received the transplant two years ago and showed the greatest improvement among the four. He gained the ability to eat by himself with a spoon attached to his hand and to support his own weight. He is also practicing to walk.
Researchers from Keio University and other institutions say their study is the first in the world. to use the method to relieve symptoms of spinal cord injuries. The team reported in March that the participants had better results than others who had similar damage and only underwent rehabilitation. The man says rehabilitation is not easy as it involves a lot of pain and numbness, but he says he is working hard thanks to the encouragement of his loved ones.
People who want to do something should never give up hope.
Professor Nakamuna Masaya of Keio University notes that it was previously believed that once central nerve cells are damaged, they can never regenerate.
We are encouraged by the results of this study, and we want to have more cases in order to build evidence.
The team says it will conduct a clinical test to seek government approval to use the method.
SUMMER-LIKE WEATHER PREVAILS ACROSS JAPAN
It is another hot day across Japan on Sunday with temperatures topping 30 degrees Celsius in both the east and west.The Japanese, the Japan Meteorological Agency reported that temperatures before midday were 32.6 degrees in Amami Kagoshima Prefecture and 31.9 degrees in the Okinawa capital Naha in Toyota City Aichi Prefecture. The mercury hit. 30.3 degrees.
UNSTABLE CONDITIONS COULD BRING HEAVY RAIN
Meanwhile, rain clouds are developing over Kyushu due to warm, moist air being fed toward a rain front. The front is expected to move close to the main island, Honshu, bringing rain to western Japan. Unstable atmospheric conditions are expected from the north to the West overnight. Weather officials warn of flooding in low lying areas, landslides and swollen rivers, as well as lightning strikes. tornadoes and hail.JAPANESE CONDUCTOR WINS PRESTIGIOUS FRENCH COMPETITION
A Japanese conductor has won top prize at a prestigious music festival in eastern France.29-year-old Yoneda Satoshi from Okayama Prefecture triumphed on Saturday after becoming one of three top contenders in the final round.
The Baison Seoul International Competition for Young Conductors is held once every two years.
For newcomers, winning is regarded as a gateway to success. Previous winners include the late maestro Ozawa Seiji, who passed away last year. In Yoneda's performance, he employed precise handling of the baton and dynamic movements of his full body. It drew enthusiastic applause from the audience.
Yoneda said the week-long competition was tough, but well worth the payoff.
For a musician, I think it is more joyful than anything else to produce good music, no matter what happens. I would be delighted if as many people as possible could share my music.
Yoneda is the 11th Japanese conductor to win the competition, and the first since 2019
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