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Trump to finalise global trade decisions by Aug 1: What his ultimatum means for the world

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Trump to finalise global trade decisions by Aug 1: What his ultimatum means for the world

Countries that fail to reach an agreement with Washington by the end of July will face immediate consequences. A new tariff regime will go into effect on August 1.

US nuclear weapons return to UK after 17 years: What it signals for NATO and Russia | Explained

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US nuclear weapons return to UK after 17 years: What it signals for NATO and Russia | Explained

As NATO recalibrates its deterrence strategy, the return of US nuclear weapons to Britain is a powerful signal -- one aimed not just at allies, but at adversaries watching closely from Moscow to Tehran.

'Study my brain, I'm sorry': Inside the chilling suicide note of Manhattan gunman Shane Tamura

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'Study my brain, I'm sorry': Inside the chilling suicide note of Manhattan gunman Shane Tamura

The former football player from Las Vegas fatally shot himself during a tense standoff after opening fire inside a Manhattan skyscraper housing the league’s offices.

No Indus Waters Treaty relief for Pakistan? PM Modi's big message during Lok Sabha speech

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No Indus Waters Treaty relief for Pakistan? PM Modi's big message during Lok Sabha speech

PM Modi said India would have had major projects, farmers would get water, drinking water issues would ease, and India could produce more electricity if the deal was not signed.

‘He just smiled’: Why Bangladesh is resisting China’s push for a trilateral alliance with Pakistan

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‘He just smiled’: Why Bangladesh is resisting China’s push for a trilateral alliance with Pakistan

While Beijing frames the trilateral format as a platform for regional cooperation, Dhaka reportedly questioned why other South Asian neighbours were not being included.

PM Modi says only 3 out of 193 countries backed Pakistan during Op Sindoor; which are those three nations?

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PM Modi says only 3 out of 193 countries backed Pakistan during Op Sindoor; which are those three nations?

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday said that only three of the 193 member countries of the United Nations favoured Pakistan, while the remaining nations stood in India’s support during Operation Sindoor.

Visa-free, but not entry-free: Why 10 Indian men were turned away at Malaysia’s Kuala Lumpur Airport

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Visa-free, but not entry-free: Why 10 Indian men were turned away at Malaysia’s Kuala Lumpur Airport

Malaysian immigration officials said in a statement that the rejections were based on security protocols, not nationality.

After Imran Khan, will Shehbaz Sharif now go to jail? Ex-Chief Justice moves contempt plea in military courts case

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After Imran Khan, will Shehbaz Sharif now go to jail? Ex-Chief Justice moves contempt plea in military courts case

The petition accuses Shehbaz Sharif of wilfully ignoring a clear directive issued by the court on May 7 regarding reforms to military court proceedings.

'He went floor by floor': Who was Shane Devon Tamura, the man behind Manhattan bloodbath

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'He went floor by floor': Who was Shane Devon Tamura, the man behind Manhattan bloodbath

Tamura’s first target was a police officer -- 36-year-old Didarul Islam -- who had been working an off-duty security shift at the building.

Israeli rights groups accuse government of committing genocide in Gaza

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Israeli rights groups accuse government of committing genocide in Gaza

B’Tselem and Physicians for Human Rights Israel say systematic destruction, mass killings, and blockade point to deliberate intent.

China wants to break out into Pacific waters: How US naval power and geography are pushing it back

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China wants to break out into Pacific waters: How US naval power and geography are pushing it back

The recent dual deployment of Chinese aircraft carriers in the Western Pacific marks a milestone, but also highlights Beijing’s limitations when compared to US-led coalitions that dominate Indo-Pacific waters.

Sharm-el-Sheikh back in focus as NDA slams UPA’s 26/11 response: Why is 2009 joint statement controversial

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Sharm-el-Sheikh back in focus as NDA slams UPA’s 26/11 response: Why is 2009 joint statement controversial

During the ongoing Monsoon Session of Parliament, top ministers from the Narendra Modi government launched a scathing critique of the then Congress-led UPA government’s approach to cross-border terrorism.

Why mobile internet shutdowns are crippling daily life in Russia

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Why mobile internet shutdowns are crippling daily life in Russia

What began as a wartime precaution is now disrupting payments, commutes, and access to basic services.

Is US economy still strong or starting to crack? This week will offer key clues

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Is US economy still strong or starting to crack? This week will offer key clues

A critical week of data and decisions may reveal whether the US economy is holding firm or heading for a slowdown.

Russian soldiers are being tied to trees and left for drones: Desertion, punishment, and collapsing morale in Putin’s army

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Russian soldiers are being tied to trees and left for drones: Desertion, punishment, and collapsing morale in Putin’s army

A look at the brutal tactics used to control fleeing troops as desertions rise and doubts grow over the war in Ukraine.

Manhattan shooting: How a Bangladeshi immigrant's heroic sacrifice saved many lives

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Manhattan shooting: How a Bangladeshi immigrant's heroic sacrifice saved many lives

Islam was killed while responding to an armed gunman who opened fire inside the high-rise building at 345 Park Avenue, home to the Blackstone Group and NFL headquarters. Though he was off-duty at the time, Islam was in uniform working a private security detail when he was shot and killed by the attacker.

Trump's global tariff war escalates: What’s changing on August 1 and what it means for US economy

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Trump's global tariff war escalates: What’s changing on August 1 and what it means for US economy

The president's sweeping new tariffs target dozens of countries and industries—with big deals, added costs, and more disruption to follow.

Who was Shane Tamura? Gunman behind Manhattan shooting that killed at least 4 people

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Who was Shane Tamura? Gunman behind Manhattan shooting that killed at least 4 people

The incident resulted in the deaths of at least four individuals, including an off-duty 36-year-old officer from the New York Police Department.

Over 200 executed by Saudi Arabia this year: How drug offenses are driving the Kingdom’s deadly crackdown

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Over 200 executed by Saudi Arabia this year: How drug offenses are driving the Kingdom’s deadly crackdown

Amnesty noted that 37 people were executed for drug-related crimes in June alone, including 34 foreigners from countries such as Egypt, Ethiopia, Jordan, Nigeria, Pakistan, Somalia and Syria.

Manhattan shooting: Gunman kills NYPD officer, 3 others before taking own life

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Manhattan shooting: Gunman kills NYPD officer, 3 others before taking own life

The suspect, identified as 27-year-old Shane Tamura of Nevada, fatally shot himself after opening fire inside the Park Avenue skyscraper that houses several prominent financial firms and the National Football League’s headquarters.

Trump credits himself for world peace, claims he stopped six wars including between India and Pak

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Trump credits himself for world peace, claims he stopped six wars including between India and Pak

Donald Trump suggested that his diplomatic interventions, often through trade leverage, played a pivotal role in preventing escalations.

'Disgracing military, sacrificing national interest': Imran Khan blasts Asim Munir, compares him to Yahya Khan

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'Disgracing military, sacrificing national interest': Imran Khan blasts Asim Munir, compares him to Yahya Khan

Imran Khan escalated his criticism ahead of his party’s planned campaign against what he called a “puppet government.”

Pahalgam mastermind among 3 Lashkar terrorists killed in Operation Mahadev: Govt Sources

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Pahalgam mastermind among 3 Lashkar terrorists killed in Operation Mahadev: Govt Sources

The operation was a result of a mix of human and technical intelligence, officials said. Forces were swiftly deployed after the suspects came under surveillance.

Turkey unveils 970-kg ‘Gazap’, its most powerful non-nuclear bomb: Should India worry?

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Turkey unveils 970-kg ‘Gazap’, its most powerful non-nuclear bomb: Should India worry?

Turkey’s unveiling of Gazap, and its broader push for advanced weapons, should raise concerns for India, primarily because of Ankara’s growing strategic and military alignment with Pakistan.

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