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Russia Hits Ukraine with Drones, Missiles, 3 Killed

By BPN News Desk September 20, 2025

Russia launched a large-scale aerial assault on Ukraine, firing around 580 drones and 40 missiles across several regions including Kyiv, Dnipropetrovsk, and Odesa. The attack killed three people and caused dozens of injuries. Air defences intercepted most of the incoming threat. Targeted Areas & Damage The strike affected infrastructure, residential areas, and civilian

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US Conducts Another Fatal Strike on Alleged Drug Boat

By BPN News Desk September 20, 2025

President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. military carried out a third fatal strike this month against a vessel allegedly engaged in drug smuggling. He said the operation, conducted in the U.S. Southern Command region, resulted in three deaths. The target was claimed to be a “narcoterrorist” boat affiliated with a designated terrorist organization. Evidence […]

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Azerbaijan Resumes Oil Exports to India After 10-Month Pause

By BPN News Desk September 20, 2025

India has begun receiving crude oil shipments from Azerbaijan again after a break of about 10 months. In August 2025, Azerbaijan exported 1,747.07 tonnes of crude oil to India, worth around US$781,520. This marks a small resumption of trade. Why the Hiatus The suspension in exports began in October 2024, largely due to a disagreement […]

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Macron Says UN Sanctions on Iran to Be Reimposed Soon

By BPN News Desk September 20, 2025

French President Emmanuel Macron said that United Nations sanctions on Iran are likely to be reimposed by the end of September 2025. He made the remarks after recent talks between Iran and European powers failed to bring what he called “serious” responses from Tehran. Conditions for Delay The E3 group—Britain, France, and Germany—had offered Iran […]

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India Urges Saudi to Respect Sensitivities After Pakistan Pact

By BPN News Desk September 20, 2025

India has asked Saudi Arabia to consider “mutual interests and sensitivities” following the signing of a mutual defence agreement between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia. The request came via the Ministry of External Affairs, with spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal noting that the strategic partnership between India and Saudi Arabia has deepened in recent years. Details of the […]

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Trump Unveils $1M “Gold Card” Visa for US Residency

By BPN News Desk September 20, 2025

US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order creating the Gold Card visa program, requiring a $1 million gift to the US Treasury by individuals, or $2 million if a corporation sponsors them. This program provides a fast-track to lawful permanent residency for wealthy foreign nationals. Who Qualifies The Gold Card is aimed at […]

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Estonia Invokes NATO After Russian Jets Airspace Breach

By BPN News Desk September 20, 2025

Estonian authorities say three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets breached Estonia’s airspace near Vaindloo Island in the Gulf of Finland and stayed inside for around 12 minutes without proper flight plans or transponder signals. Estonia called it an “unprecedentedly brazen” violation. NATO Consultation Invoked In response to the breach, Estonia has triggered consultations under

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Pakistan Says Nuclear Shield May Extend to Saudi Arabia

By BPN News Desk September 20, 2025

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Mohammad Asif has said that the country’s nuclear capabilities “will be made available” to Saudi Arabia under a newly signed Strategic Mutual Defense Agreement. He explained this could happen if needed, under terms of the pact. What the Pact Covers The defense agreement, signed on September 17, 2025, declares that any […]

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Trump Imposes $100,000 Fee on H-1B Visa Filings

By BPN News Desk September 20, 2025

President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation mandating a $100,000 payment for certain H-1B visa petitions. This affects new applications by foreign workers currently outside the U.S. for speciality-occupation roles. The fee aims to curb abuses and protect American workers. Scope and Exemptions The requirement applies to H-1B petitioners outside the U.S. unless the

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India-US Trade Talks Back on Track – Piyush Goyal

By BPN News Desk September 20, 2025

Trade talks between India and the United States have resumed with fresh optimism. Indian Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal is expected to visit Washington within days to further negotiate a bilateral trade agreement. Recent discussions in New Delhi between US negotiator Brendan Lynch and Indian counterpart Rajesh Agrawal are said to have been “positive” and “forward-looking.”