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Bashar al-Assad Allegedly Transferred $250M to Moscow

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2024

Reports have emerged alleging that former Syrian President Bashar al-Assad secretly transferred $250 million in cash to Moscow after being toppled from power. The funds were reportedly smuggled out of Syria under the cover of chaos that marked the civil war, and are believed to have been part of a plan to secure his political […]

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Jaishankar Highlights India’s Expanding Global Role

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2024

India is progressively cementing its influence on the global stage, stated External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar. Speaking at a recent event, Jaishankar emphasized the country’s increasing engagements across multiple domains, signaling a strategic shift in its foreign policy approach. India’s Global Aspirations Jaishankar pointed out that India is actively expanding its

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Kremlin Supports Trump’s Weapon Stance, Aligns With Putin

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2024

The Kremlin has responded positively to former US President Donald Trump’s recent remarks on weapon usage and global arms policies, highlighting a potential alignment with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s geopolitical stance. Trump’s comments, which have drawn both praise and criticism, underline his approach to arms control and military interventions. Kremlin Welcomes

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South Korean President Faces Impeachment Vote for the Second Time

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2024

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is once again at the center of political turmoil as he faces a second impeachment vote. This development follows mounting criticism of his leadership, which has been marked by controversial policies and decisions that have polarized public opinion and intensified political unrest in the country. The impeachment motion was […]

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India Refutes Claims of Visa Restrictions on Canadian Sikhs

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2024

The Indian government has dismissed claims of imposing visa restrictions on Canadian Sikhs, terming the allegations as “baseless” and “not true.” Responding to reports circulating in the media, a government official clarified that no specific community is being targeted for visa denials and that the visa application process remains open and fair for

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Trump Calls for End to Daylight Saving Time, Citing Costs

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2024

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced his plan to end the long-debated practice of daylight saving time (DST), calling it an outdated and “very costly” system that affects the economy and public productivity. Speaking at a recent rally, Trump criticized the biannual clock changes and vowed to prioritize the issue should he regain the […]

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Nancy Pelosi Hospitalized After Europe Trip Injury

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2024

Former US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi was hospitalized after sustaining an injury during her ongoing trip to Europe. According to reports, the 83-year-old Democratic leader suffered the injury while attending official engagements overseas. Incident Details and Health Update Pelosi’s office confirmed the incident, stating that she was receiving medical care and her condition

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Zelenskyy Urges Global Action Amid Intense Russian Missile Strikes

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2024

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has issued an urgent appeal for intensified global sanctions against Russia following a surge in missile and drone attacks targeting Ukrainian infrastructure and civilian areas. The strikes, which included 93 missiles and over 200 drones, marked one of the most intense offensives in recent months. Russia’s Escalation Sparks

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Trump Invites Xi Jinping to Jan 20 Inauguration

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2024

Former US President Donald Trump, set to be inaugurated for his second term on January 20, has extended a formal invitation to Chinese President Xi Jinping. The move comes amid global curiosity about the future of US-China relations, which have been fraught with economic tensions and geopolitical rivalries in recent years. A Diplomatic Gesture Amid […]

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Amazon Pledges $1M for Trump Inauguration, Bezos Seeks Ties

By BPN News Desk December 13, 2024

Amazon has pledged $1 million to support the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, marking a significant gesture of goodwill as the e-commerce giant seeks to foster stronger ties with the incoming administration. Founder Jeff Bezos, a prominent figure in the corporate world, has expressed his desire to align more closely with the President-elect despite previous