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Albanese Backs Hormuz Reopening

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2026

Albanese Backs Hormuz Reopening Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has welcomed the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and urged that stability be maintained, warning that a prolonged regional conflict could hurt global energy markets and the wider economy. His remarks came as international leaders stepped up diplomatic engagement around one of the world’s most […]

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US Extends Russian Oil Waiver for Cargoes at Sea

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2026

The United States has extended a temporary sanctions waiver that allows buyers to receive Russian oil cargoes already loaded and at sea, offering short-term relief to countries dependent on these shipments. The move marks a reversal from earlier signals that the waiver would not be renewed and reflects concern over energy market disruption. US Russian […]

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Iran Warns Hormuz May Not Stay Open After US Blockade

By BPN News Desk April 18, 2026

Iran has warned that the Strait of Hormuz may not remain open if the United States continues its naval blockade linked to Iranian ports, adding a fresh layer of uncertainty to one of the world’s most important energy routes. The warning came after US President Donald Trump said the blockade would remain in force, even […]

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Shehbaz Sharif Welcomes Lebanon Ceasefire

By BPN News Desk April 17, 2026

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire in Lebanon, expressing hope that the development will lead to lasting peace in the region. His statement comes at a time of wider diplomatic activity across West Asia, as several countries continue efforts to prevent further escalation. Pakistan PM on Lebanon Ceasefire In […]

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IMF, World Bank Restore Ties With Venezuela

By BPN News Desk April 17, 2026

The International Monetary Fund and the World Bank have announced that they are restoring ties with Venezuela, reopening formal engagement after relations were cut in 2019 during the leadership dispute over the country’s presidency. The move could create a pathway for Caracas to seek financial assistance as it tries to stabilise its strained economy. IMF […]

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Trump Says He Had Very Good Talk With Modi

By BPN News Desk April 17, 2026

US President Donald Trump said he had a very good conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, highlighting continued high-level engagement between Washington and New Delhi as tensions in West Asia remain a major global concern. The remarks came after the two leaders held a phone call focused on bilateral cooperation and the evolving regional situation. […]

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India Condemns Hormuz Ship Attacks

By BPN News Desk April 17, 2026

India Condemns Hormuz Ship Attacks India has strongly condemned attacks on commercial vessels in and around the Strait of Hormuz, calling them unacceptable and warning that the violence has already cost precious Indian lives at sea. The statement reflects New Delhi’s growing concern over maritime safety in one of the world’s most critical energy routes, […]

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Modi, Macron Discuss Hormuz Safety Amid War

By BPN News Desk April 17, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron as the conflict in West Asia continued to disrupt regional stability and threaten maritime movement through the Strait of Hormuz. The two leaders discussed the need to restore security in the strategic waterway, which remains vital for global energy trade and for India’s import interests. […]

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Modi Says No State Will Face Delimitation Injustice

By BPN News Desk April 17, 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said that no state would face injustice because of the proposed delimitation exercise, seeking to calm concerns from several southern and eastern states over possible changes in parliamentary representation. He made the assurance in the Lok Sabha during discussion on the Delimitation Bill, 2026, as the issue triggered sharp political debate

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Trump Announces 10-Day Israel-Lebanon Truce

By BPN News Desk April 17, 2026

Trump Announces 10-Day Israel-Lebanon Truce US President Donald Trump announced a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon on April 16, saying the pause in fighting is intended to create space for wider diplomatic efforts in the region. The truce comes after weeks of intense cross-border escalation involving Israel and Hezbollah, with Washington now trying to […]