Lavrov accuses Zelensky of theatrics over Putin talks, blames EU for prolonging war
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of playing a “game” over calls to meet President Vladimir Putin while questioning his legitimacy and criticizing European allies for prolonging the conflict. Speaking to NBC, Lavrov said Moscow is open to talks
Fijian PM Rabuka meets PM Modi in New Delhi on first official India visit
Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka, on his first official three-day visit to India, is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on Monday. The meeting is expected to focus on strengthening bilateral cooperation and enhancing Indo-Pacific
Ukraine and Canada deepen defence, energy cooperation in Kyiv talks
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney in Kyiv on Sunday to strengthen defence and energy cooperation, marking another step in Canada’s continued support for Ukraine amid its conflict with Russia. The talks resulted in the signing of a
US deploys F-35 fighter jets to South Korea for Ulchi Freedom Shield drills
The United States has deployed advanced F-35 fighter jets to South Korea to participate in the ongoing Ulchi Freedom Shield (UFS) drills, a key summertime combined exercise between the two allies, the United States Forces Korea (USFK) confirmed Monday. The temporary deployment includes
Canada pledges $1.45 billion in new military aid for Ukraine
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, during his visit to Kyiv, announced a fresh package of military assistance for Ukraine worth 2 billion Canadian dollars ($1.45 billion). The aid, first pledged at the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, underscores Canada’s ongoing support as Ukraine continues
White House confirms Trump–Lee summit and luncheon schedule
The White House has formally announced that US President Donald Trump will hold summit talks followed by a luncheon with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung this week in Washington. The meeting comes at a critical juncture for the alliance, as both nations
Pakistan monsoon death toll climbs to 788 amid widespread devastation
Pakistan is reeling under one of its deadliest monsoon seasons in recent years, with at least 788 lives lost and over 1,000 people injured since June 26, according to the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). The toll includes 200 children, 117 women, and
Dhaka rejects Pak FM’s claim that 1971 genocide issue was ‘resolved’
Bangladesh has firmly rejected Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar’s claim that the issue of Islamabad’s apology for the 1971 genocide was settled decades ago. Dar, who visited Dhaka on Sunday in the first state-level trip in 13 years, told reporters the matter had
SpaceX postpones 10th Starship test flight due to ground systems issue
SpaceX has postponed the highly anticipated 10th test flight of its Starship rocket, minutes before liftoff, citing a ground systems issue. The launch, scheduled for 7:30 p.m. EDT Sunday from the company’s Starbase facility in South Texas, was halted just 17 minutes before
Xi Jinping’s anti-corruption campaign seen as tool for political survival and control
The detention of Liu Jianchao, one of China’s most prominent diplomats, has underscored how President Xi Jinping’s anti-corruption campaign has shifted from fighting graft to ensuring political control and survival, according to a report in Sri Lanka’s Daily Mirror. Liu, head of the
China launches investigation after deadly Qinghai bridge construction accident
Authorities in Qinghai Province, China, have launched a full-scale investigation into a deadly bridge construction accident that killed at least 12 workers and left four others missing. The incident occurred early Friday morning on the Qinghai section of the Xining-Chengdu Railway in Jainca
Pakistan accused of planning anti-India campaign during Sikh pilgrims’ visit
A report has revealed that Pakistan’s intelligence and security agencies are preparing to push anti-India narratives during the upcoming visits of Indian Sikh pilgrims to the country. According to Khalsa Vox, social media chatter pointed to an inter-agency meeting on August 2 at
Iran’s foreign minister to hold talks with UK, France, Germany amid sanctions row
Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi is set to hold telephonic discussions with his counterparts from the United Kingdom, France, and Germany on Friday, the Iranian Foreign Ministry announced. Spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said the talks will focus on lifting “unlawful sanctions” and addressing
Indian envoy engages US leaders on trade, energy, and defense cooperation
India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, held a series of high-level meetings with American lawmakers this week, focusing on deepening cooperation in trade, energy, and defense amid recent tariff tensions. Kwatra met Republican Senator Bill Hagerty, where discussions centered on
FBI raids home of former NSA John Bolton days after his criticism of Trump
In a dramatic development, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) raided the Maryland home of former U.S. National Security Advisor (NSA) John Bolton early Friday morning. The operation comes just days after Bolton strongly criticized President Donald Trump’s decision to impose steep tariffs
Jaishankar, Lavrov to hold high-level talks in Moscow
External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar will meet Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow on Thursday (August 21) to further strengthen the India-Russia “special privileged strategic partnership.” The talks will span a wide range of bilateral, regional, and global issues, with an
Jaishankar, Lavrov set to strengthen Indo-Russian strategic ties in Moscow
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar will meet Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow on Thursday, marking a key step in reinforcing the long-standing Indo-Russian strategic partnership. Jaishankar arrived in Moscow on August 19 for a three-day visit, where he co-chaired the
US sanctions ICC judges probing Netanyahu, France voices dismay
The United States has expanded its sanctions against officials of the International Criminal Court (ICC) over its investigation into Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, drawing criticism from France and the court itself. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced sanctions on Judge Nicolas Guillou
Youth vaping tied to health risks and higher chance of smoking, UK review finds
A major UK-based review has found that young people who use e-cigarettes face higher health risks and are more likely to later take up cigarette smoking. The umbrella review, conducted by the University of York and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical
Hungary marks statehood with cultural programs and fireworks
Hungary celebrated its state foundation day with grand cultural and religious events, capped by one of Europe’s largest firework displays, honoring the legacy of King Saint Stephen, the nation’s first monarch. The festivities began with the national flag-raising at Kossuth Square and the