Russia and US hold second round of talks in Istanbul
Russia and the United States began the second round of diplomatic consultations in Istanbul on Thursday, focusing on improving the operational conditions of their embassies and resolving long-standing diplomatic disputes. The Russian delegation is led by Ambassador Alexander Darchiev, Moscow’s envoy to Washington,
Tahawwur Rana extradition: Israel praises Modi govt for bringing terrorists to justice
Israel has welcomed the extradition of 26/11 Mumbai terror attack plotter Tahawwur Rana from the United States to India, commending Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government for its consistent efforts in the global fight against terrorism. Reuven Azar, the Israeli Ambassador to India, expressed
President Murmu highlights India-Slovakia economic ties
During her historic visit to Slovakia, President Droupadi Murmu called upon Slovak business leaders to leverage India’s rapid economic growth by building strong trade and investment ties. Speaking at the Slovakia-India Business Forum in Bratislava, she highlighted India’s transformation as a global leader
Han, Trump hold first call after Yoon’s ouster
Acting South Korean President Han Duck-soo spoke by phone with US President Donald Trump on Tuesday, marking their first official communication since South Korea entered a period of political instability following the ouster of President Yoon Suk Yeol over a controversial martial law
Australian PM voted winner of first election debate
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has emerged as the winner of the first Leaders’ debate of the 2025 general election campaign. Held in western Sydney on Tuesday night, the debate saw 44 per cent of undecided voters in attendance choosing Albanese as the
Greek defence minister says ready to support Lebanese army
Greece is ready to provide necessary support to the Lebanese army, said Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias during his visit to Beirut on Tuesday. In a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, Dendias expressed Greece’s willingness to share military expertise and infrastructure advancements,
British PM pledges support for auto industry amid US tariffs threat
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has pledged urgent support for the UK automotive industry, warning of serious economic fallout from newly imposed US tariffs on British goods. Speaking at the Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) plant in the West Midlands on Sunday, Starmer described
Sitharaman visits UK for trade and investment talks
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will begin a three-day visit to London on Tuesday to engage in crucial discussions on economic cooperation between India and the UK, focusing on the bilateral investment treaty (BIT) and the ongoing negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA).
Trump announces direct talks with Iran amid nuclear standoff
President Donald Trump on Monday announced that the United States and Iran will begin direct, high-level talks starting Saturday, amid rising nuclear tensions. Trump warned that if no agreement is reached, Tehran will be in “great danger” as it cannot be allowed to
Trump, Netanyahu discuss Gaza hostages and tariffs at White House
US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met at the White House on Monday to discuss key issues including the Gaza hostage crisis and newly imposed US tariffs on Israeli goods. During a brief Oval Office session open to reporters,
US, Pakistan hold first phone call to discuss counterterrorism cooperation
In their first official conversation, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar discussed ways to enhance counterterrorism cooperation, with a key focus on the return of US military equipment left in Afghanistan following the
Trump threatens 50% more tariffs on China
Former US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to China, threatening to impose an additional 50 per cent tariff on Chinese imports, potentially taking the total levies to a staggering 104 per cent—more than the value of the goods themselves. In
Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa CM criticises Pakistan’s Afghan refugee deportation policy
The Chief Minister of Pakistan’s Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa (K-P) province, Ali Amin Gandapur, has condemned the federal government’s decision to deport Afghan refugees, calling it a “faulty policy” and vowing that no Afghan will be forcefully deported from the province. Speaking to the media in
PM Modi receives grand welcome in Colombo despite heavy rain
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a rousing welcome in Colombo on Saturday evening as hundreds of locals and members of the Indian diaspora braved heavy rain to greet him on his State Visit to Sri Lanka. The visit follows his participation in the
Bulgarian president calls for global unity on peace at Sofia forum
Bulgarian President Rumen Radev called on world leaders to adopt a broader, more inclusive perspective on global peace and security strategies during his remarks at the international “Aqaba Process for the Balkans” forum held in Sofia on Friday. Speaking ahead of the high-level
India, Sri Lanka to sign key defence pact
India and Sri Lanka are poised to sign a significant defence cooperation pact during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ongoing visit to Colombo, a move aimed at reinforcing bilateral relations and curbing the expanding military footprint of China in the region. The defence agreement
Danish PM urges unity with Greenland amid US pressure
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has called for greater unity between Denmark and Greenland in the face of mounting pressure from the United States, stating that solidarity is key to protecting shared national interests. Frederiksen made the remarks during a three-day visit to
Largest port in US sounds alarm on Trump’s tariffs
The Port of Los Angeles, the largest in the United States, is bracing for a potential 10 per cent decline in cargo volume later this year due to sweeping new tariffs announced by former President Donald Trump, according to Executive Director Gene Seroka.
South Korean presidential office website closed after Yoon’s ouster
South Korea’s presidential office has taken its official website offline following the Constitutional Court’s ruling that removed President Yoon Suk Yeol from office. A notice on the site indicated that the service is “temporarily unavailable” due to maintenance, with an apology for the
PM Modi accorded ceremonial welcome in Sri Lanka
Prime Minister Narendra Modi was accorded a ceremonial welcome at Colombo’s Independence Square on Saturday, as Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake hosted him during his official State Visit. This marks PM Modi’s fourth visit to Sri Lanka since 2014 and the first