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India “Diversifying” from Russian Oil? U.S. Aide Says So

By BPN News Desk October 5, 2025

A U.S. trade official associated with President Trump claimed India has begun reducing its reliance on Russian oil, describing the shift as “pragmatic.” The comment comes amid rising tariff tensions and scrutiny of India’s energy purchases. U.S. Official’s Statement At the Economic Club of New York, Jamieson Greer, a U.S. trade representative, said India is […]

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Russia Denies Reports of Deal With Pakistan

By BPN News Desk October 5, 2025

Russia has rejected recent reports that it is entering into a multibillion-dollar industrial or engine cooperation with Pakistan. The Russian government described these news items as exaggerated and misleading. According to those reports, Moscow and Islamabad were said to be planning joint projects such as setting up steel mills in Karachi or collaborating on engine […]

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Pakistan Pitches Port Plan to U.S. After Trump Meeting – Report

By BPN News Desk October 4, 2025

Advisers to Pakistan’s Army Chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, have reportedly pitched a plan to build and operate a new port on the Arabian Sea according to a report in Financial Times. The proposal was shared with U.S. officials recently, following a high-level meeting involving Munir and President Donald Trump. Strategic Location & Purpose The […]

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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 […]