International

UN: No Nuclear Risk After 8.8 Quake and Pacific Tsunami

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2025

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has confirmed that there is no safety impact on nuclear power plants along the Pacific coastline following the massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake that struck near Russia’s Far East early Wednesday. The quake triggered tsunami waves that reached parts of Russia, Japan, Hawaii, and the U.S. West Coast. According to […]

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UK to Recognise Palestine Unless Israel Accepts Ceasefire

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2025

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced that the United Kingdom will formally recognise the State of Palestine at the United Nations General Assembly in September if Israel fails to agree to a ceasefire and meet other peace-related conditions. This represents a major policy move and signals growing international frustration over the conflict in Gaza. Starmer […]

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Massive 8.8 Quake Off Russia Triggers Tsunami Alerts

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2025

A powerful earthquake measuring 8.8 on the Richter scale struck off the coast of Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula early on July 30, sending shockwaves across the Pacific. The quake originated 119 kilometers southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky at a depth of 19 kilometers, according to monitoring agencies. The tremor triggered widespread tsunami warnings and coastal

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Trump Hints at India Tariffs, Claims Credit for India‑Pak Truce

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump on July 29 hinted at the possibility of imposing 20–25% tariffs on Indian goods if a trade deal between the two nations is not finalized soon. Speaking at a campaign event, Trump stated that India has historically maintained high tariffs and indicated that the U.S. would not hesitate to respond if […]

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Kremlin Says Committed to Peace After Trump’s New Deadline

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2025

The Kremlin has responded to U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest ceasefire deadline by stating that Russia remains committed to achieving peace in Ukraine, but will continue its military operations for now. The comment came after Trump reduced his proposed window for a ceasefire from 50 days to just 10–12 days, suggesting growing impatience over the […]

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US‑China Trade Talks in Stockholm Continue Amid Tariff Deadline

By BPN News Desk July 30, 2025

Trade representatives from the United States and China met for a second consecutive day in Stockholm on July 28–29, 2025, to discuss the extension of a tariff pause set to expire on August 12. Officials from both nations described the atmosphere as open and constructive, signaling progress but stopping short of a final agreement. Trump […]

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Trump Calls London Mayor “Nasty Person” During UK Visit

By BPN News Desk July 29, 2025

During his visit to the United Kingdom, U.S. President Donald Trump reignited his long-standing feud with London Mayor Sadiq Khan. Speaking at a press briefing alongside UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Scotland, Trump called Khan a “nasty person” and said he believed the mayor had done a “terrible job” in London. Despite the harsh […]

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North Korea Demands US Accept Its Nuclear Status

By BPN News Desk July 29, 2025

North Korea has issued a strong statement demanding that the United States officially recognize it as a nuclear weapons state. Kim Yo Jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and a key political figure in Pyongyang, stated that denuclearization is no longer a topic for discussion and that the country’s nuclear arsenal is […]

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Trump Gives Putin 10-12 Days to Strike Ukraine Deal

By BPN News Desk July 29, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has given Russian President Vladimir Putin a 10 to 12-day window to agree to a peace deal in Ukraine or face fresh sanctions. Speaking after a meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Scotland on July 28, Trump said the earlier 50-day deadline is no longer valid, citing a lack […]

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France Says Two-State Solution Has No Alternative

By BPN News Desk July 29, 2025

France has firmly reiterated its support for a two-state solution to resolve the Israel-Palestine conflict. Speaking at a United Nations conference in New York, French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated that the only way to meet the legitimate aspirations of both Israelis and Palestinians is through the creation of two independent states living side by […]