The US president's decision marked the second time in as many weeks he has backed off a threat to escalate the war, buying more time.

One of the pilots has been fined thousands of dollars by the military to cover repair costs.

The Conflict Insights Group (CIG) says its research also shows the extent of UAE involvement.

Taiwan has accused Beijing of putting pressure on African countries to close their airspace to Lai's plane.

Earlier this week, an explosion at a firecracker factory in neighbouring state Tamil Nadu left at least 25 dead.

The new maps approved by the state's voters could allow Democrats to flip as many as four House seats.