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ASEAN Summit: Jaishankar, Marco Rubio discuss bilateral ties amid trade talks
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the sidelines of the ASEAN summit in Malaysia, discussing bilateral ties, regional issues, and ongoing India-US trade negotiations.
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Trump defends East Wing demolition, says new White House ballroom ‘will be magnificent’
President Donald Trump defended the demolition of the White House’s East Wing, saying it was necessary to build a “magnificent” new ballroom that “goes beautifully with the White House.”
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From 7 October 2023 to hostage release: A timeline of two years of Israel-Gaza war
Hamas began releasing surviving hostages under U.S. President Donald Trump’s peace plan, marking a key breakthrough as Israel frees 2,000 Palestinian prisoners and leaders meet in Egypt to advance a lasting truce.
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UK PM Starmer backs India’s bid for 'rightful place' on UN Security Council
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, speaking with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, backed India’s long-standing bid for a permanent UN Security Council seat, calling it India’s “rightful place” on the global stage.
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'Definitely a challenge': Why Pakistan’s deepening military engagement with Bangladesh should worry India
A Pakistani military delegation led by Lieutenant General Tabassum Habib visited Dhaka, deepening Pakistan-Bangladesh ties. Former diplomat Anil Trigunayat warns India to stay vigilant over land and Indian Ocean security.
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'This is the PM in cockpit': UK PM Kier Starmer's surprise for British Airways co-passengers
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer began his first official visit to India, leading the UK’s largest trade mission. He will meet PM Modi to discuss CETA, trade, technology, and strategic cooperation.
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'I wore red for you': Is Canada PM Carney trying to get in Trump’s good graces
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney shared a light-hearted moment with US President Donald Trump at the White House, joking “I wore red for you,” amid ongoing tensions over US tariffs on Canadian goods.
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Inside Starmer’s India visit: From trade gains to broader strategic partnership
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s upcoming visit to India aims to deepen trade, technology, and defence ties with PM Narendra Modi, following the landmark FTA and amid global economic and security challenges.
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Why has France seen five prime ministers in two years, and how can Macron navigate the crisis?
France has experienced unprecedented political instability, with five prime ministers in two years due to a hung parliament and opposition alliances. President Macron faces limited options to govern effectively and maintain control.
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Trump describes phone call with Brazil’s Lula as 'very good,' signals trade talks, agrees to meet
US President Donald Trump held a “great” phone call with Brazil’s President Lula da Silva, discussing trade and the economy, signalling efforts to ease tensions following US tariffs on Brazilian goods.
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Japan's first female PM: How country is set for major shift under 'Iron Lady' Sanae Takaichi
Sanae Takaichi is poised to become Japan’s first female prime minister after winning the Liberal Democratic Party leadership. A staunch conservative, she backs economic stimulus, a stronger military, and stricter immigration controls.
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Gaza peace plan: 'We're dealing with killers, savages, terrorists,' says US Secy of State Rubio on Hamas
US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio lauded a global coalition tackling Hamas, urging all parties to "MOVE FAST" as negotiations in Egypt aim to end the Gaza conflict.
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Israel-Gaza peace deal: Trump urges parties to 'move fast' as Hamas-Israel hostage talks begin
Donald Trump urged all parties to “move fast” as Hamas and Israel began crucial talks in Egypt for a hostage-prisoner exchange, aiming to end the nearly two-year war in Gaza.
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Trump announces U.S. strike on Venezuelan drug vessel, eyes land trafficking next
U.S. forces struck a vessel off Venezuela suspected of carrying drugs, President Trump said, warning land trafficking will be targeted next. Maduro condemned the action, receiving backing from Russia and seeking the Pope’s support.
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'This is a big day': Trump thanks Arab and Muslim nations for supporting peace plan, expresses hope for hostages’ return
President Donald Trump praised Arab and Muslim nations for supporting the Middle East peace plan, calling it “a big day,” and expressed hope that hostages would soon be returned to their families.
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'Military families already seeking food assistance': White House warns of rising strain on troops during shutdown
The White House warned that the Democrat-led government shutdown has left 1.3 million U.S. service members unpaid, forcing military families to seek food assistance and threatening wider economic and security consequences.
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Explained: Is Trump using the government shutdown to push Project 2025 agenda?
President Trump reverses course, embracing Project 2025 blueprint he previously criticised, meeting budget chief Russ Vought to cut Democratic agencies and federal workforce. Democrats had highlighted the plan during 2024 campaign.
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Why Hamas delaying its decision on Trump’s Gaza peace plan
Hamas is delaying response to Trump’s 20-point Gaza peace plan, weighing strategic risks of disarmament, while Egypt urges compromise and the White House signals a strict deadline for acceptance.
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Two Delta jets collide while taxiing at LaGuardia, one injured
Two Delta regional jets collided at LaGuardia while taxiing, causing damage and injuring one person; investigations are underway.
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‘Going to be a very sad end’: Trump gives Hamas 3-4 days to respond to peace plan
US President Donald Trump has given Hamas three to four days to respond to his 20-point peace plan, warning of a “very sad end” if the group fails to comply.
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'Muhammad Yunus blamed India, hope he would work towards good relations': Veena Sikri
With Bangladesh in a state of flux after violent protest led to the ouster of Sheikh Hasina as prime minister, India’s former high commissioner to that country outlines the realpolitik that lies ahead.
