Australia’s Albanese Secures Historic Second Term, Riding Anti-Trump Wave
Australian PM Anthony Albanese won a dramatic victory in Saturday’s election, securing a historic second term.
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South Korea’s Conservative Party Nominates Hardline Kim Moon-soo for Presidential Race
South Korea’s conservative People Power Party has selected former labor minister Kim Moon-soo as its candidate for the upcoming presidential…
EU Slaps TikTok with €530 Million Fine, Orders Data Transfer Crackdown
TikTok faces a massive €530 million fine from its lead EU privacy regulator over data protection breaches and has been…
Pakistan to Challenge India’s Indus Treaty Suspension as Delhi Pressures IMF on Loans
Pakistan plans to formally challenge India’s suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, while India urges the IMF to review Pakistan’s…
US-Iran Nuclear Talks Postponed, Oman Confirms
Scheduled negotiations between the United States and Iran over Tehran’s nuclear program this weekend have been delayed, with Oman announcing…
South Korea’s Presidential Race in Turmoil Amid Court Ruling and Top Resignations
The South Korean presidential race faced major upheaval as the Supreme Court questioned the candidacy of frontrunner Lee Jae-myung, coinciding…
Wildfires Rage Near Jerusalem for Second Day as Arson Suspects Arrested
Massive wildfires have continued to burn near Jerusalem, prompting a large-scale response involving 163 firefighting crews and 12 aircraft.
Tensions Rise in Pakistan-Administered Kashmir Amid India Standoff
Authorities have closed over 1,000 religious schools in Pakistan-administered Kashmir as fears of conflict grow, with residents preparing walled bunkers…
Russia and North Korea Launch Construction of First Road Bridge to Strengthen Trade and Alliances
Russia and North Korea have begun constructing their first-ever road bridge, a project expected to enhance bilateral trade and solidify…
Pakistan Warns of ‘Decisive Response’ as DG ISPR Rejects Indian Allegations
Pakistan’s military spokesperson (DG ISPR) has dismissed recent Indian claims as propaganda, asserting that any provocation will meet with a…
Gaza Siege Hits 60 Days as U.S. Backs Israel at ICJ Amid Mounting Humanitarian Crisis
As the Israeli siege on Gaza enters its 60th day with no food, water, or medical aid allowed in since…
Turkey and Italy Pledge to Strengthen Defence Ties and Boost Trade
Turkey and Italy have committed to enhancing their defence cooperation and expanding bilateral trade following high-level talks between their leaders…
Putin Declares May 8-10 Ceasefire in Ukraine, Ukraine Calls for Immediate Truce
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a three-day ceasefire from May 8-10 to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s…
India Signs $7.4 Billion Deal with France for 26 Rafale Fighter Jets for Navy
India has finalized a $7.4 billion agreement with France to acquire 26 Rafale fighter jets for its navy, the defence…
Pakistan Navy Forces INS Vikrant to Retreat, Seeks Russia and China’s Role in Pahalgam Attack Probe
Tensions in the Arabian Sea escalated as the Pakistan Navy successfully forced India’s aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant, to retreat after…
Tajikistan Embassy in Islamabad Celebrates Nowruz, Strengthens Cultural and Climate Ties
The Embassy of the Republic of Tajikistan in Pakistan marked the International Nowruz Holiday with a grand reception and cultural…
Lee Jae-myung Secures Opposition Nomination for South Korea’s Snap Presidential Election
South Korea’s main opposition Democratic Party of Korea has selected former party leader Lee Jae-myung as its candidate for the…
Cyprus President Visits Spain and Portugal Ahead of EU Council Presidency
President Nikos Christodoulides begins visits to Madrid and Lisbon for meetings with Spanish and Portuguese leaders, preparing for Cyprus’ upcoming…
Iran Expresses ‘Extreme Caution’ Over Progress in Nuclear Talks with US
Iran and the United States have agreed to resume nuclear negotiations next week, amid ongoing efforts to resolve a decades-long…
Massive Explosion Rocks Iran’s Bandar Abbas, Leaving Hundreds Injured
A powerful explosion tore through Iran’s southern port city of Bandar Abbas, killing at least five people and injuring more…
Saudi Arabia and Iran Step In Amid Rising Indo-Pak Tensions
Regional powers initiate diplomatic efforts as India and Pakistan face off following Pahalgam attack.
China Vows Economic Support, Rejects U.S. Claims of Ongoing Tariff Talks
Beijing has pledged fresh support for its economy while firmly denying President Donald Trump’s assertions that tariff negotiations are underway.