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…
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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.
Japan Unveils Emergency Economic Measures to Offset Impact of U.S. Tariffs
In response to rising pressure from U.S. tariffs, Japan has announced a set of urgent economic measures.
Iran to Ink $4 Billion Oilfields Deal with Russia to Strengthen Bilateral Ties
Iran is set to sign a $4 billion agreement with Russian companies to develop seven of its oilfields, according to…
Russian General Killed in Car Bomb Near Moscow
Lieutenant-General Yaroslav Moskalik has been killed by a car bomb near Moscow, according to authorities.
France Blocks Over 1,200 Russian Visa Requests Amid Espionage Concerns
France has rejected more than 1,200 visa and accreditation applications for diplomats and conference speakers.
Trump Set to Offer Saudi Arabia Over $100 Billion in Arms Deal Ahead of May Visit
The Trump administration is preparing a massive arms package for Saudi Arabia exceeding $100 billion, according to six sources familiar…
South Korea Accuses DeepSeek of Unauthorized Data Transfer to China
South Korea’s Personal Information Protection Commission has accused AI firm DeepSeek of illegally transferring personal data to a Beijing-based cloud…
Pakistan Strikes Back: Closes Airspace, Suspends Trade, Rejects Water Treaty Suspension
Tensions Escalate as Both Nations Exchange Retaliatory Measures Following Deadly Kashmir Attack.
Xi Jinping Warns Tariffs Undermine Global Trade, Urges Fairness
Chinese President Xi Jinping has criticized protectionist tariffs, stating they “undermine the legitimate rights of all countries.”
Zelenskyy Accuses Chinese Nationals of Aiding Russia in Drone Production
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Chinese nationals of assisting Russia in manufacturing drones used against Ukraine.
Germany, France, UK Urge Israel to Allow Unhindered Humanitarian Aid into Gaza
In a joint statement, the foreign ministers of Germany, France, and the United Kingdom called on Israel to comply with…
Powerful 6.2-Magnitude Earthquake Rattles Istanbul, Dozens Injured Amid Widespread Panic
A strong 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck near Istanbul, sending shockwaves through Turkey’s most populous city.