Kim Jong-un pledges full support for Russia in call with Putin before Alaska summit
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un has expressed “full support” for Russia during a phone conversation with President Vladimir Putin, ahead of Putin’s planned summit with U.S. President Donald Trump in Alaska on Friday. Pyongyang’s Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) reported on Wednesday that
Third India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable to be held in Delhi today
India and Singapore are set to hold the third edition of the India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable (ISMR) in New Delhi on Wednesday, aiming to deepen their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and explore new areas of cooperation. The high-level meeting comes ahead of a possible visit
Trump’s Pakistan oil deal risks geopolitical fallout
US President Donald Trump’s new agreement for joint development of Pakistan’s oil reserves, announced via Truth Social, is being touted as the start of a long-term energy partnership. But analysts warn it may bring the US more geopolitical turbulence than benefits. The deal,
Modi, Zelensky discuss Ukraine conflict; India reiterates call for peaceful resolution
Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday, reaffirming India’s consistent stance for a peaceful settlement of the Russia-Ukraine conflict and its commitment to supporting early restoration of peace. During their phone conversation, Zelensky briefed Modi on recent developments
Trump calls India oil tariff ‘big blow’ to Russia ahead of Putin meeting
US President Donald Trump has described his recent tariff on Indian imports of Russian oil as a “big blow” to Moscow, claiming it has pushed President Vladimir Putin toward seeking an end to the Ukraine war. Speaking at the White House on Monday,
Trump deploys National Guard, takes control of DC police
US President Donald Trump announced the deployment of the National Guard to Washington, D.C., vowing to restore law and order in the nation’s capital. Speaking at a White House press conference, Trump said he had formally invoked the Home Rule Act to place
Trump says he will push for Ukraine territory return in Alaska summit with Putin
US President Donald Trump said on Monday that he will attempt to negotiate the return of some Ukrainian territory occupied by Russia during his upcoming meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska on Friday. “Russia’s occupied a big portion of Ukraine. They
South African president calls for gender equality in all policies during Women’s Month
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged that gender equality be embedded across all policies and decision-making, as the country observes Women’s Month. In his weekly newsletter on Monday, Ramaphosa encouraged women to play a leading role in the upcoming National Dialogue, set
US designates Balochistan Liberation Army and Majeed Brigade as foreign terrorist organisations
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has designated the Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) and its front organisation, The Majeed Brigade (TMB), as foreign terrorist organisations (FTOs). In a statement Monday, Rubio also added the TMB as an alias to the BLA’s existing Specially
Canada PM backs Ukraine’s sovereignty in call with Zelensky ahead of Trump-Putin summit
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has reaffirmed his country’s unwavering support for Ukraine during a phone call with President Volodymyr Zelensky, stressing that any decision about Ukraine’s future must be made by Ukrainians themselves. According to a statement from the prime minister’s office,
North Korea stages firing drills ahead of South Korea-US military exercises
North Korea has carried out artillery firing drills to strengthen its combat readiness, state media reported Tuesday, just days before South Korea and the United States begin their joint military exercise. According to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), tactical artillery subunits conducted
Czech Republic sees biggest hepatitis A surge in 15 years
The Czech Republic has reported its highest number of hepatitis A cases in 15 years, according to the National Institute of Public Health (SZU). From January to July 2025, 1,053 infections were recorded, a sharp increase from 168 during the same period last
Trump extends tariff moratorium on China until November as trade talks continue
US President Donald Trump has extended the tariff moratorium for China until November 10, allowing more time for negotiations between the two economic powers. The suspension, which was set to expire Tuesday, maintains US tariffs at 30 per cent and Chinese tariffs at
India’s resilience amid US tariffs: Strategic reforms and strong demand
India’s economy remains robust despite stalled trade talks with the US, showcasing its ability to withstand tariff pressures through strategic reforms and strong domestic demand. Over the past decade, India has transformed into a diversified economic powerhouse, driven by initiatives like Atmanirbhar Bharat
The Third Eye: India’s handling of Indo-US relations
Since the Cold War’s end in 1991, India has recalibrated its foreign policy to navigate a unipolar world led by the US, while anticipating a gradual shift toward multipolarity. For India, the US is a natural partner — the two largest democracies facing
Chinese Communist Party expands surveillance and influence in US: Report
The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has intensified its influence and surveillance operations inside the United States, targeting dissidents, academics, and Chinese diaspora communities, according to a report by European Times. The CCP’s campaign aims to protect its image, silence critics, and enforce ideological
India’s envoy meets US Senator Graham amid trade, tariff tensions
India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, has engaged in talks with influential US Senator Lindsey Graham as trade negotiations between the two countries face a deadlock and Washington moves to impose penalties on nations purchasing Russian oil. Kwatra stated on
India’s US envoy meets Senator Graham amid tariff dispute and Russia oil row
India’s Ambassador to the United States, Vinay Mohan Kwatra, has met US Senator Lindsey Graham as trade talks between New Delhi and Washington remain stalled, and tensions rise over the Trump administration’s penal tariffs on countries buying Russian oil. “Spoke to Senator Lindsey
Netanyahu defends Gaza City takeover as fastest way to end war
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has strongly defended his government’s plan to take full military control of Gaza City, calling it the “fastest and most effective” path to ending the ongoing conflict with Hamas. Speaking at a press conference, Netanyahu said Hamas’ refusal
US VP Vance backs Ukraine peace talks on current frontlines, signals end to US funding
US Vice President J.D. Vance has called for Ukraine peace negotiations to be based on the current battle lines, saying such a settlement would be “realistic, if imperfect,” ahead of the upcoming Trump-Putin summit in Alaska. Speaking to Fox News, Vance said the