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Israel Strikes Gaza Despite Trump’s Halt Demand

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2025

Israel conducted air strikes and artillery shelling in Gaza City and other areas, even after U.S. President Donald Trump urged Israel to immediately stop bombing. Civil defence officials in Gaza reported dozens of attacks and damage to homes despite the call for a ceasefire. Trump Appeals for Pause Trump had called on Israel to suspend […]

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India Marks 25 Years of Russia Strategic Ties

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2025

On October 3, 2025, India commemorated 25 years since the declaration of its strategic partnership with Russia. A Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson welcomed the milestone, calling the relationship “special” and “privileged.” Official Statements The MEA highlighted that since 2000, India and Russia have deepened cooperation across trade, defence, science, and

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UN Chief Welcomes Hamas Statement on Gaza Proposal

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2025

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said he was “welcomed and encouraged” by Hamas’s statement that it is willing to release hostages and engage in discussions on the U.S. peace proposal for Gaza. He urged all parties to seize the opportunity to end the conflict swiftly. Hamas Declaration Hamas declared readiness to consider parts of the […]

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PM Modi Welcomes Hamas Acceptance of Peace Plan

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi applauded the news that Hamas has agreed to parts of the U.S. peace framework for Gaza, describing it as a positive development. He praised U.S. leadership and expressed India’s support for efforts toward a lasting peace. Praise for Leadership Modi said the indications of a hostage release under the agreement marked […]

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Hamas Tentatively Accepts U.S. Ceasefire Plan

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2025

Hamas announced that it will accept parts of the 20-point peace plan proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, particularly the clause to release all Israeli hostages — alive and dead. The group, however, said it would seek further talks on other terms, such as Israeli military withdrawal and the future governance of Gaza. U.S. Reaction […]

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US Shutdown Continues as Senate Blocks Extension

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2025

The U.S. federal government remains shut down after the Senate again failed to pass a funding extension on October 3, deepening a partisan stalemate in Congress. House Cancels Sessions Lawmakers have stalled on key votes, and the House of Representatives has announced it will remain out of session next week, further delaying efforts to resolve […]

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Pakistan FM Distances from Trump’s 20-Point Gaza Plan

By BPN News Desk October 3, 2025

Pakistani Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar declared on October 3, 2025, that the 20-point Gaza peace plan announced by U.S. President Donald Trump does not reflect Pakistan’s version. He told Parliament that “changes were made” to the published plan and that it diverges from a draft supported by Muslim-majority nations. Divergence Over […]

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Oil Posts Sharpest Weekly Drop in Months

By BPN News Desk October 3, 2025

Oil prices ended another volatile week, heading for their steepest weekly fall in about three and a half months. The Brent crude benchmark fell close to 8 %, while U.S. WTI crude dropped around 7.3 %. Factors Driving the Slide The sharp decline has been fueled by growing expectations that OPEC+ will further boost production […]

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U.S. Senator Moves to End H-1B Exemptions for Universities

By BPN News Desk October 3, 2025

A U.S. Senator has introduced legislation aimed at removing long-standing H-1B visa exemptions that benefit universities, research bodies, and non-profit institutions. The measure would require these institutions to count foreign hires under the same annual cap that applies to private companies. Bill Details and Objectives The proposal, titled the Visa Cap Enforcement Act,

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Putin Praises Trump, Warns U.S. Over Tomahawk Support

By BPN News Desk October 3, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin has offered guarded praise for U.S. President Donald Trump while warning that supplying Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine would mark a dangerous escalation in U.S.–Russia relations. He made the remarks at a foreign-policy forum in Sochi on October 2, 2025. Compliment With Caution Putin acknowledged Trump’s diplomatic style, noting his