International
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a telephone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday, November 9, reaffirming India’s commitment to a peaceful resolution of the Russia-Ukraine war. The two leaders discussed ongoing diplomatic initiatives, humanitarian concerns and opportunities to strengthen bilateral cooperation between New Delhi and
International
US President Donald Trump has strongly defended Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth against an impeachment effort led by Republican Congressman Thomas Massie, crediting him with military successes in Venezuela and Iran. Speaking at the White House on Monday, November 9, Trump pledged to support Hegseth even if the House of Representatives voted to impeach him. Trump […]
International
Global crude oil prices declined on Monday, November 9, after US President Donald Trump indicated that further military strikes against Iran were unlikely if diplomatic negotiations continued making progress. The remarks eased concerns over a broader Middle East conflict, although attacks on shipping near the Strait of Hormuz continued to threaten energy supplies. Brent
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US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani at the White House on Monday, November 9, as diplomatic efforts to end the conflict with Iran face significant obstacles. The meeting comes amid disagreements between Washington and Tehran over Iran’s nuclear programme and conditions for ending