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Iran Open to “Fair, Balanced” U.S. Nuclear Deal

By BPN News Desk October 12, 2025

Iran has said it is willing to consider a “fair and balanced” nuclear proposal from the United States, though it noted that no formal offer has yet been made. Conditions for Engagement Tehran insists it will not relinquish its right to enrich uranium. At the same time, Iran says it is open to taking confidence-building […]

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Philippines Accuses China Of Ramming Vessel

By BPN News Desk October 12, 2025

The Philippines accused China of ramming a government supply vessel near Thitu Island (Pag-asa) in the South China Sea. Manila reported that Chinese ships first used water cannons and then deliberately collided with the boat, damaging it but causing no injuries. China Denies Allegations China rejected the claims, saying Philippine vessels had illegally entered waters […]

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PM Modi Invited To Gaza Peace Meet, Will Skip

By BPN News Desk October 12, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi was invited by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and U.S. President Donald Trump to attend the Gaza peace summit in Sharm el-Sheikh on October 13. The high-level summit is aimed at advancing a ceasefire and moving forward with a structured peace agreement between Israel and Hamas. India To Send Ministerial Representation […]

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Taliban Targets Pakistan Over ISIS

By BPN News Desk October 12, 2025

Taliban spokesperson Zabihullah Mujahid has demanded that Pakistan expel ISIS fighters allegedly taking shelter within its territory. He warned that ISIS poses a major threat not just to Afghanistan but also to the wider region and accused Islamabad of ignoring the group’s presence. Retaliation Claims After Airstrikes Mujahid claimed that Taliban forces killed 58 Pakistani

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Muttaqi Holds Second Press Meet With Women Journalists

By BPN News Desk October 12, 2025

Taliban Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi held a second press conference in New Delhi, this time ensuring women journalists were present. The move came after widespread criticism over their exclusion from his earlier interaction with the media. No Deliberate Exclusion, Says Muttaqi Muttaqi clarified that women were not intentionally kept out of the first presser. […]

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Biden Undergoes Radiation For Prostate Cancer

By BPN News Desk October 12, 2025

Former U.S. President Joe Biden is undergoing radiation therapy and hormone treatment for prostate cancer, his spokesperson confirmed on Saturday. Biden was diagnosed in May 2025 with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that had already spread to his bones. High-Grade Prostate Cancer Doctors classified the disease with a Gleason score of 9, which marks […]

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US Muslim Group Condemns Machado Nobel Award

By BPN News Desk October 12, 2025

A prominent U.S. Muslim rights organisation, the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), has condemned the decision to award the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado. The group described the award as “unconscionable” and accused Machado of aligning with political movements that promote anti-Muslim sentiment. Allegations Against

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Hamas rejects formal signing of Trump Gaza deal

By BPN News Desk October 12, 2025

Hamas has announced it will not participate in the official signing of the Gaza peace agreement in Egypt, calling Donald Trump’s proposal “absurd.” Senior leaders stated that while indirect ceasefire talks took place through mediators, the group will not endorse the agreement in a formal ceremony. Disarmament and Expulsion Proposals Rejected The strongest objections center

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US Sanctions 8 Indians, 10 Firms Over Iran Oil

By BPN News Desk October 11, 2025

The U.S. has imposed sanctions on eight Indian nationals and ten Indian companies for alleged involvement in Iran’s oil trade. The move is part of a broader sweep targeting individuals and entities globally linked to Iran’s petroleum exports. Details of the Sanctions According to U.S. authorities, the Indian individuals and firms were acting—directly or indirectly—in […]

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North Korea Unveils ‘Strongest’ Missile at Parade

By BPN News Desk October 11, 2025

North Korea held a large military parade to mark the 80th anniversary of its ruling Workers’ Party, during which leader Kim Jong Un unveiled a new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) named Hwasong-20, described by state media as the country’s “strongest nuclear strategic weapon system.” Parade and Missile Debut The Hwasong-20 was displayed mounted on an […]