International

US Confirms Nuclear Talks with Iran to Proceed Despite Strikes

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

The United States has confirmed that it still plans to go ahead with its nuclear talks with Iran in Muscat, Oman, on Sunday, despite the escalation caused by recent Israeli airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear installations. This reaffirmation of commitment to diplomacy comes as the Middle East faces a dangerous tipping point. US Reaffirms […]

International

India Abstains from UNGA Vote on Gaza Ceasefire Resolution

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

In a significant diplomatic move, India abstained from voting on a United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) resolution that called for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The resolution, which was overwhelmingly passed with 149 votes in favour, saw 12 nations opposing and 19 abstaining, including India. India’s Abstention Raises Eyebrows

AI & Robotics Technology

OpenAI Seeks $40 Billion from Saudi, UAE, and India

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

OpenAI is in advanced negotiations to raise a staggering $40 billion in funding through a global consortium involving Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), the UAE’s MGX, and India’s Reliance Industries. Spearheaded by Japanese investment giant SoftBank, this initiative is aimed at supporting OpenAI’s next phase of artificial intelligence development and global

International

Keir Starmer Declines Meeting with Bangladesh’s Yunus

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has declined a meeting request from Bangladesh’s interim leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus, who is currently on a four-day visit to London. Yunus is seeking British support to trace and recover an estimated $234 billion that he claims was illegally siphoned out of Bangladesh by the previous […]

International

Judge Blocks Trump’s Control of California National Guard

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

A federal court in San Francisco has ruled that U.S. President Donald Trump acted unlawfully when he assumed control of the California National Guard during the protests following federal immigration raids in Los Angeles. The ruling marks a critical legal and political rebuke, reinforcing the limits of federal power over state military assets. Judge Says […]

International

Iran Vows ‘Severe Punishment’ for Israel After Damascus Strike

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

Tensions in the Middle East escalated further as Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei issued a direct and ominous warning to Israel, promising retaliation for the April 1 airstrike in Damascus that killed several Iranian military officials. In a statement made during a high-level meeting with Iranian clerics, Khamenei declared, “The Zionist regime made a […]

International Middle East

Israel Strikes Tehran and Natanz in Surprise Offensive

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

Explosions rocked Tehran and other parts of Iran late Thursday night as Israel launched a large-scale military operation targeting Iranian military and nuclear facilities. According to multiple regional and international media reports, the strikes were aimed at Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) command centres, suspected missile depots, and nuclear enrichment

International

Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir Invited to US Army Day

By BPN News Desk June 12, 2025

In a move that is already stirring diplomatic commentary, Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir, recently elevated to the ceremonial rank of Field Marshal, has reportedly received an invitation from the Trump administration to attend the 250th U.S. Army Day celebrations on June 14 in Washington, D.C. The development has prompted sharp reactions in India […]

Asia International

FS Misri Meets UAE Minister to Review Growing Bilateral Partnership

By BPN News Desk June 12, 2025

India Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri held a series of high-level meetings in the United Arab Emirates, reaffirming the rapidly expanding strategic and economic partnership between the two nations. The visit was aimed at conducting a mid-year review of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, focusing on key sectors of bilateral cooperation. Strategic Review of India–UAE

Asia International

Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif in UAE for Strategic Talks

By BPN News Desk June 12, 2025

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has landed in the United Arab Emirates for a high-level one-day official visit, aiming to strengthen economic cooperation, secure investment, and deepen regional strategic ties. The visit comes at a pivotal moment as Pakistan recovers from recent military tensions and seeks Gulf support to stabilize its economy and geopolitical