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Putin may meet Trump next week, no talks with Zelensky confirmed: Russian diplomat
Russia’s UN envoy confirmed a possible Putin-Trump meeting next week, while denying any planned talks with Ukraine’s Zelensky as the war continues unresolved.
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Israeli security cabinet approves plan to seize Gaza city
Israel has approved a plan to seize Gaza City, escalating its 22-month war, as Netanyahu vows to defeat Hamas and transfer Gaza's governance to allied Arab nations.
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US calls India a 'strategic partner,' commits to 'full and frank' talks amid trade and oil tensions
Despite rising tensions over trade and India's purchase of Russian oil, the US reaffirmed its strategic ties with India, stressing open dialogue while acknowledging differences.
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Netanyahu vows to take control of Gaza, hand over to ‘Arab forces’; Hamas calls it ‘coup’
Israeli PM Netanyahu announced plans for full military control of Gaza to defeat Hamas, drawing sharp criticism from the group and sparking tense internal debate over expanding the campaign.
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'Give the bully an inch...': Chinese Envoy slams Trump over 50% tariffs on India
Chinese Ambassador to India Xu Feihong rebuked Donald Trump’s steep tariff hike, accusing him of using economic coercion and undermining global trade norms.
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Cambodian PM nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize over role in ending border clashes with Thailand
The Cambodian leader said Trump’s intervention was instrumental in securing a ceasefire after five days of escalating violence, which claimed 43 lives and displaced over 300,000 people.
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'Would like to visit India soon': Netanyahu signals deepening India-Israel ties
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday expressed his desire to visit India in the near future, highlighting the strong and growing partnership between the two nations.
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Trump's 50% tariffs threaten Indian goods: Which export sectors could suffer the most | Explained
India, which exported over $120 billion worth of goods to the US last year, risks losing its competitive edge across sectors that have long thrived under relatively low US duties.
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Netanyahu rules out Gaza annexation, says 'preparing to establish security perimeter'
The Israeli PM also emphasised that the conflict could end swiftly, possibly “tomorrow", if Hamas were to lay down its arms and release the captives unconditionally.
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'They worked well': Netanyahu hails 'battle-proven' Israeli weapons used by India in Operation Sindoor
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday praised Israeli-made weapons recently deployed by India during its four-day conflict with Pakistan, calling them “battle-proven” and effective.
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Trump’s team floats Ukraine ceasefire deal to Russia: Sanctions relief, territorial gains & more?
The US also reportedly expects Russia to ease its stance on NATO’s eastward expansion and to accept continued American military aid to Ukraine, despite a ceasefire.
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Netanyahu backs India amid Trump tariffs, says ‘common ground exists, resolution is possible’
Netanyahu voiced strong support for India’s position in the ongoing tariff dispute, saying there is a “basic understanding in Washington DC that India is a solid partner.”
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‘Who will replace whom?’: China dismisses rivalry talk, calls for reset with India amid Trump’s tariff blitz
The meeting between Modi and Xi later this month could mark a major diplomatic push to stabilise a relationship that has long been marred by border tensions and strategic mistrust.
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Putin's India visit may focus on RIC troika revival: How Trump's trade war is nudging Delhi closer to Moscow, Beijing
Vladimir Putin's proposed visit comes amid Donald Trump imposing 50 per cent tariffs on Indian imports, citing New Delhi’s continued purchase of Russian oil.
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Sam Altman feels 'useless' witnessing GPT-5’s power, compares it to Manhattan project
Sam Altman reveals his awe at GPT-5’s capabilities, likening its impact to historic scientific breakthroughs while acknowledging AI’s growing cognitive dominance.
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China showcases gun-toting ‘robowolves’ in military drills with PLA troops
China’s advanced gun-equipped “robowolves” demonstrate stealth, precision, and coordinated combat alongside infantry.
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US President Trump to meet Russian President Putin ‘in coming days,’ confirms Kremlin aide
Trump-Putin meeting confirmed "in coming days" as both sides begin preparations; Trump says "good chance" summit happens soon.
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‘Elections before Ramadan’: Muhammad Yunus announces Bangladesh polls for February 2026
Muhammad Yunus urges February 2026 elections before Ramadan, calling for a joyful and inclusive celebration of democracy.
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A tale of ‘western hypocrisy’: EU gulped Russian oil double the share of India's since Ukraine war
A Finnish think tank’s report exposes the West’s double standards, showing the EU earns nearly twice as much as India from Russian fossil fuels while India faces steep US tariffs.
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Did additional 25% tariffs on India result in productive US-Russia talks? Here's Trump's response
Trump noted “a lot of progress” in US-Russia talks while suggesting India’s tariff hike may have played an indirect role.
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'Billions will flow in,' says Trump as tariffs on India and others take effect at midnight
Trump’s August 7 tariff deadline passes as new levies kick in; warns India of 50% tariff over Russian oil imports.
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Fake invoices and Hawala links: How Rs 1 crore Land Cruisers were cleared for PKR 17,000 in Pakistan's biggest customs scam
The massive scale of the scam has serious implications for Pakistan’s financial credibility, especially as the country is under continued scrutiny by the IMF and FATF.
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Trump official says 'no comparison' between US and India’s Russian imports
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From cash handouts to free pre-schools: How China is battling its birth rate collapse
The move comes just days after a broader plan was unveiled to provide free preschool education across the country in a clear signal that Beijing now considers its demographic crisis a matter of national urgency.
