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US Vice President Backs H-1B Visa Curbs, Criticises Firms

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

United States Vice President JD Vance has publicly supported the Trump administration’s recent H-1B visa restrictions, saying the policy aims to protect American workers. Speaking at a conservative event, Vance criticised some companies for what he said was a tendency to prioritise cheaper foreign labour over hiring Americans. He said firms that lay off domestic […]

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India, Bangladesh Spar Over Lynching, Protest Claims

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

India has rejected claims by Bangladesh media that there was a security breach at the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi during a protest on December 20. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs called those reports “misleading propaganda” and said there was no attempt by protesters to breach the mission’s security. Officials said about 20–25 […]

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North Korea Warns Against Japan’s Nuclear Ambitions

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

North Korea has issued a sharp warning against what it described as Japan’s emerging nuclear ambitions, saying such moves must be stopped “at any cost.” The statement came in response to recent remarks attributed to a Japanese official that reignited debate about Japan’s defence posture amid growing regional security concerns. Pyongyang Issues Strong Statement In […]

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Singapore to Bar Ineligible Passengers Before Flights

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

Singapore’s Immigration and Checkpoints Authority (ICA) has reported that about 41,800 foreign travellers were denied entry into the country between January and November 2025 because they did not meet entry requirements. The figure is significantly higher than in previous years, reflecting both increased travel and stronger enforcement of immigration rules. ICA said a

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Trump Photo Restored in Epstein Files After US Review

By BPN News Desk December 22, 2025

The United States Department of Justice has restored a photograph featuring Donald Trump to its publicly released Jeffrey Epstein-related files after briefly removing it for review. The image was taken down following public backlash and questions over why certain documents and photographs had disappeared from the database shortly after being uploaded. US Justice Department

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Trump Signs US Defence Bill, Pushes Nuclear Liability Talks

By BPN News Desk December 21, 2025

The United States Congress has passed its annual National Defence Authorization Act (NDAA) for 2026, which President Donald Trump signed into law on 19 December 2025. The legislation includes a provision directing US officials to work with India to explore aligning India’s nuclear liability rules with global norms as part of broader cooperation under the […]

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Netanyahu to Brief Trump on Iran Missile Plans

By BPN News Desk December 21, 2025

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to meet US President Donald Trump soon to discuss Iran’s ballistic missile programme and possible strategic options, officials said. The meeting is likely to focus on intelligence assessments and Iran’s capabilities, as both countries remain concerned about Tehran’s long-range missile development. Planned Briefing on

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Pakistan Says No Ban on Imran Khan’s Sons Visiting Jail

By BPN News Desk December 21, 2025

The Pakistan government has clarified that there is no official ban preventing former prime minister Imran Khan’s sons from meeting him in Adiala Jail, where he is currently detained. Interior State Minister Talal Chaudhry said on Saturday that if Khan’s sons choose to travel to Pakistan and apply for visas, they will be allowed to […]

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Ukraine Says Drones Hit Russian Oil Rig, Patrol Ship

By BPN News Desk December 21, 2025

Ukraine has said its forces carried out drone strikes on a Russian oil rig and a military patrol ship in the Caspian Sea, expanding its campaign against Russian energy and maritime assets. Ukrainian military officials stated that the strikes took place late on Friday as part of operations aimed at weakening Russia’s logistical and economic […]

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Iran Executes Man Accused of Spying for Israel

By BPN News Desk December 21, 2025

Iran has executed a man convicted of spying for Israel’s intelligence agency, according to official judicial statements released on Saturday. The execution was carried out after the country’s top court upheld the death sentence, marking another high-profile case linked to alleged espionage activities. Charges and Conviction Iranian authorities said the individual was found