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### World’s Wealthiest Man, Elon Musk, Reveals Profound Shift in Religious Stance
**SAN FRANCISCO / INTERNATIONAL NEWS** – Technology titan and CEO of SpaceX and Tesla, Elon Musk, has revealed a significant personal transformation, announcing that after years of identifying as an atheist, he now believes in the existence of God.
During a recent appearance on Katie Miller’s podcast, the billionaire opened up about his shifting theological perspective. Musk stated that while in the past he “did not believe in any creed,” his current thinking has evolved. “I believe that this universe originated from something; its Creator is God,” he affirmed.
Musk did not specify adherence to any particular denomination, but he confirmed he no longer considers himself an atheist. This revelation follows comments made last year where he described himself as a ‘Cultural Christian.’
### International Security and Conflict Updates
**Sydney Attack Hero in Critical Condition; Attacker Identified**
Further details have emerged regarding the recent terrorist incident at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia. The condition of Ahmed Al-Ahmed, the Muslim citizen hailed as a hero for tackling the assailant and saving dozens of lives, is reportedly critical. Doctors have indicated that he may face the loss of his left arm due to his injuries. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visited Mr. Al-Ahmed in the hospital.
Police investigations have revealed that the attacker’s vehicle contained an improvised explosive device (IED) and two flags belonging to the Islamic State (ISIS). The suspect in the Bondi Beach attack has been identified by Indian police as Sajid Akram, reportedly originating from Hyderabad, in India’s Telangana state. Meanwhile, the father of another civilian who helped subdue the attacker, Mohammed Fateh, praised his son’s bravery for saving dozens of innocent lives.
**Middle East and Regional Conflicts**
In Iran, a clash with militants in the province of Kerman resulted in the deaths of three security personnel and one civilian.
Meanwhile, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza continues to worsen as severe weather impacts displaced Palestinians. Strong winds have uprooted refugee tents, while flooding from heavy rains has left shelters uninhabitable, filling the meager remaining space with water.
**Geopolitical Tensions and Political Turmoil**
A report by the British periodical *Key Aero Magazine* claims that the Pakistani Air Force (PAF) inflicted a major blow to India by successfully destroying an Indian Command and Control system located in Barnala.
Separately, in Bangladesh, officials have accused Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina Wajed of orchestrating terrorist activities aimed at influencing ongoing elections.
In Indian domestic politics, former Chief Minister of Occupied Kashmir, Mehbooba Mufti, has called for the resignation of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. This demand follows an earlier reaction by the Human Rights Council of Pakistan (HRCP) condemning a related incident involving Mr. Kumar pulling the veil (niqab) off a Muslim female doctor.
