RIYADH – Saudi Arabia and India have taken significant steps to deepen bilateral relations by signing multiple agreements across various strategic sectors during Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to the Kingdom. According to a joint statement released on Wednesday, the two countries agreed to enhance cooperation in defense industries, energy supply, trade, and …
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Deadly Kashmir Tourist Attack Leaves At Least 24 Dead
A tragic Kashmir tourist shooting claimed at least 24 lives on Tuesday in India-occupied Kashmir, marking one of the deadliest civilian attacks in the region in recent years. According to senior police sources, unidentified gunmen opened fire on a group of tourists near the popular hill station of Pahalgam, located in the Anantnag district of …
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Israel Cancels Visas of 27 French Officials
Tel Aviv/Paris – Israel cancels the entry visas of 27 French lawmakers and officials just 48 hours before their scheduled visit to Israel and the occupied West Bank, sparking sharp criticism and diplomatic unease between Paris and Tel Aviv. The group—comprising 17 members of the French National Assembly, including representatives from the Ecologist Party and …
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Putin Open to Peace Talks with Ukraine
MOSCOW – Russian President Vladimir Putin has proposed direct bilateral talks with Ukraine, signaling openness to peace initiatives. This comes as the war in Ukraine enters its third year. Putin made his remarks after a 30-hour Easter ceasefire, which ended in renewed fighting shortly after. Speaking to a Russian state TV reporter, Putin emphasized that …
Pope Francis Dies at 88 After Prolonged Illness
VATICAN CITY – April 21, 2025: Pope Francis, the 266th leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has passed away at the age of 88. The Vatican confirmed his death on Easter Monday at 7:35 a.m. local time in his Vatican residence, following complications from double pneumonia. The first Jesuit and Latin American pope, Francis led …
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Iran and US Take First Step Toward New Nuclear Deal Framework
In a significant diplomatic development, Iran and the United States have agreed to assign technical experts to draft a framework for a new Iran nuclear deal, according to Iranian officials. This breakthrough followed a second indirect meeting between both nations amid rising tensions and threats of military action. Progress in Rome Talks Iranian Foreign Minister …
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US Eases Port Fee Rules for China-Built Ships Amid Trade Policy
In a strategic move tied to evolving trade dynamics, the United States has granted port fee exemptions for China-built ships operating on domestic routes, including those in the Great Lakes, Caribbean, and U.S. territories. Background on Fee Proposal The decision marks a shift from a previously proposed policy that sought to impose steep fees—up to …
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Trump Hints at Easing Tariffs Amid US-China Tensions, Delays TikTok Decision
WASHINGTON: Former US President Donald Trump on Thursday indicated a potential slowdown in escalating tariffs on China and other countries. He also signaled that a decision on the future of social media app TikTok may be delayed until trade negotiations with China are resolved. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump said he was …
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US Airstrikes Kill 38 at Yemen’s Ras Isa Fuel Port, Over 100 Injured: Houthi Media
At least 38 people died and more than 100 sustained injuries in US airstrikes on the Ras Isa fuel port in western Yemen on Thursday, according to Houthi-run Al Masirah TV. The attack marks one of the deadliest days since the United States began its military campaign against the Houthi group. Targeting Economic Power The …
Russia Officially Delists Taliban as Terrorist Organization
MOSCOW – April 17, 2025: In a major policy shift, Russia has officially suspended its decades-long designation of the Taliban as a terrorist organisation, signalling a possible normalization of diplomatic and economic relations with Afghanistan’s de facto rulers. The Russian Supreme Court lifted the ban on Thursday, ending a classification that had been in place …
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Russia Drops Taliban from Terror List in Major Diplomatic Shift
In a move that signals a significant shift in Taliban-Russia relations, Moscow has officially removed the Taliban from its list of banned terrorist organizations. This decision, announced on Thursday by Russia’s Supreme Court, ends a two-decade-old designation and opens the door for potential formal diplomatic engagement between Russia and Afghanistan’s current rulers. A Step Toward …
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California Sues Trump Over Tariffs, Citing Constitutional Overreach
LOS ANGELES — California launched a legal battle on Wednesday against the federal government over Donald Trump’s revived tariff policies. Governor Gavin Newsom and Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the lawsuit, saying Trump lacks the legal authority to impose such levies. “This is the worst own-goal in U.S. history,” said Newsom. “A self-destructive move that …
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Newsom Fights Back: California Sues Trump Over ‘Unlawful’ Tariffs
The legal battle over Trump’s reciprocal tariffs is heating up, as California Governor Gavin Newsom announced plans to sue the federal government to block the sweeping trade measures. Newsom, along with state Attorney General Rob Bonta, will file the lawsuit in the Northern District of California on Wednesday, arguing that the tariffs are unconstitutional and …
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Trump Walks Back Smartphone Tariff Exemption
In a fresh twist in the ongoing US-China trade war, President Donald Trump has reversed an earlier exemption on smartphones and other electronics. Days after US authorities announced that devices like smartphones and laptops would escape new import duties, Trump declared that they were not exempt but rather reassigned to a different tariff category. This …
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Trump’s Tariff Storm: How US Companies Could Suffer
As the Trump-China trade war escalates, US import tariffs have become a serious concern for major American industries. With President Donald Trump pushing tariffs on Chinese goods up to 145 percent, several sectors are now facing economic headwinds. From tech to agriculture, many companies must brace for higher costs and shrinking profit margins. Tariffs Target …
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NATO Chief Makes Surprise Visit to Ukraine Amid Sumy Attack Fallout
In a powerful show of NATO solidarity, Secretary General Mark Rutte made an unannounced visit to Odesa, Ukraine, on Tuesday. He assured President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that the alliance’s support remains “unwavering” despite recent doubts and rising tensions. Rutte’s visit came shortly after a brutal Russian missile attack on the city of Sumy, which drew global …
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US Bombing in Yemen Kills 123, Injures 247 Civilians
SANAA — The United States’ bombing campaign in Yemen has killed at least 123 people since mid-March, according to Yemen’s Ministry of Health. Most of the victims were civilians, including women and children. The ministry announced on Monday that 247 others had been injured in the strikes. US attacks, it added, have targeted families, homes, …
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Deadliest Strike of 2025: Russian Missiles Kill 32
A devastating Russian missile strike hit the Ukrainian city of Sumy on April 13, 2025, killing 32 people and injuring over 80 others. Ukrainian authorities confirmed this as the deadliest attack of the year. Two ballistic missiles struck the heart of the northern city, sparking international outrage and calls for tougher global action against Moscow. …
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High-Stakes Nuclear Talks Begin Between Iran and US in Oman
Tensions remain high as nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States officially began in Muscat, Oman, marking the latest attempt to resolve growing concerns over Tehran’s uranium enrichment and the threat of potential conflict. The discussions come after US President Donald Trump’s recent announcement that talks would resume, following years of strained relations and …
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Witkoff Meets Putin to Discuss Ukraine War Truce, Brings Message from Trump
In a significant step toward restarting Ukraine peace talks, United States special envoy Steve Witkoff met Russian President Vladimir Putin in Saint Petersburg on April 11, 2025. The high-level meeting signals a renewed American push for a potential ceasefire in the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Witkoff is believed to have carried a personal message from US …
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Malala Urges Pakistan to Stop Deporting Afghan Girls
Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai has called on the government of Pakistan to immediately halt the Afghan girl deportation process, citing both humanitarian and legal concerns. Speaking through her organization, the Malala Fund, she emphasized the urgent need to protect Afghan girls and women facing threats under Taliban rule. Humanitarian Concerns Raised Malala expressed …
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China’s 84% Tariff Escalates Trade Tensions With U.S.
China has enforced a sweeping retaliatory tariff of 84 percent on all U.S. goods, marking a dramatic escalation in the ongoing trade war between the world’s two largest economies. The new levy, effective from 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time on April 10, increases the previous 34 percent rate by 50 percentage points. This move, while firm, …
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China Hits Back with 84% Tariff on U.S. Goods
China has responded forcefully to President Donald Trump’s latest move in the escalating trade war by imposing a sweeping 84% tariff on all U.S. goods, just hours after Trump’s new “Liberation Day” tariffs went into effect. With the U.S.-China tariffs reaching unprecedented levels, markets around the world took a hit, and fears of a global …
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