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South Korea Condemns Russia-North Korea Defense Pact, Raises Security Concerns

By BPN News Desk October 25, 2024

South Korea has strongly condemned Russia’s move to formalize a defense pact with North Korea, raising alarms over the potential deployment of North Korean troops in Russia’s war in Ukraine. The pact, endorsed by Russia’s lower house of parliament on Thursday, commits Moscow and Pyongyang to mutual military assistance in the event of an attack […]

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Imran Khan’s Wife, Bushra Bibi, Released from Prison After Nine Months

By BPN News Desk October 24, 2024

The wife of Pakistan’s former Prime Minister Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi, has been released from Adiala Jail after spending nearly nine months in prison. She was granted bail by the Islamabad High Court on Wednesday and freed on Thursday, according to Naeem Haider Panjutha, a lawyer for the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party. Both Bushra Bibi […]

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Western Officials Confirm North Korean Troops Deployed in Russia

By BPN News Desk October 24, 2024

In a significant development, NATO and US officials confirmed on Wednesday, October 23, that North Korean troops have been deployed in Russia. This revelation has raised concerns about the escalation of the war in Ukraine, as it marks the involvement of a third country in the ongoing conflict. US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin stated, “We […]

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India to Maintain Investment Curbs on Neighbors Despite China Thaw

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2024

India will continue to enforce strict investment restrictions on neighboring countries, including China, despite recent diplomatic progress between the two nations. The announcement comes after a recent agreement between India and China aimed at improving patrol protocols along their disputed Himalayan border. While this agreement may pave the way for further discussions

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India, Pakistan Renew Kartarpur Corridor Agreement for 5 Years

By BPN News Desk October 23, 2024

India and Pakistan have agreed to renew the Kartarpur Corridor agreement for another five years, allowing continued access for Indian pilgrims to visit the Gurdwara Darbar Sahib Kartarpur in Pakistan. This renewal follows External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s visit to Pakistan for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meeting, though no bilateral talks were

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Army Chief Details Plan for LAC De-escalation and Disengagement

By BPN News Desk October 22, 2024

On October 22, 2024, Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi laid out India’s plan for disengagement and de-escalation along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China. Speaking at an event titled “Decade of Transformation: Indian Army in Stride with the Future,” hosted by the United Service Institution of India (USI) in New Delhi, General Dwivedi […]

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PM Modi Arrives in Russia for BRICS Summit, Set to Meet Putin Today

By BPN News Desk October 22, 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Kazan, Russia, on Tuesday to attend the 16th BRICS Summit. During his visit, PM Modi is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, focusing on strengthening the “Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership” between India and Russia. The summit, which is themed “Strengthening

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Jaishankar Confirms LAC Disengagement with China, Patrolling to Resume

By BPN News Desk October 22, 2024

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar confirmed on Monday that the disengagement process with China along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) is complete, paving the way for the resumption of patrolling in the disputed areas, similar to pre-2020 conditions. Speaking at the NDTV World Summit, Jaishankar expressed hope for peaceful relations moving forward, highlighting that

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Nawaz Sharif Hails Jaishankar’s Visit as a New Start for Indo-Pak Relations

By BPN News Desk October 18, 2024

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has hailed the visit of India’s External Affairs Minister, S Jaishankar, to Islamabad for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) conclave, describing it as a potential “new beginning” for strained India-Pakistan relations. Sharif urged both nations to “bury the past” and work towards a peaceful and

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Taiwan Detects Record 153 Chinese Military Aircraft Post-Drills

By BPN News Desk October 15, 2024

Taiwan detected a record-breaking 153 Chinese military aircraft around the island following large-scale military drills conducted by China. According to Taiwan’s defense ministry, the aircraft were spotted within a 25-hour period, from Monday evening until 6:00 am Tuesday (local time), marking the highest number recorded in a single day. Large-Scale Chinese Drills Near