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Bolton Says Navarro Tried To Pit Trump Against Modi

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

John Bolton, former U.S. National Security Advisor, said that Peter Navarro, trade advisor to Donald Trump, once tried to start a fight between Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The alleged incident occurred during a meeting where Bolton hoped the leaders would focus on strategic issues like China. Purpose Of Navarro’s Push Bolton said Navarro […]

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UN Condemns Strikes On Qatar, Avoiding Naming Israel

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

On September 11, 2025, the UN Security Council issued a statement condemning the airstrikes in Doha, Qatar. The resolution was passed unanimously by all 15 members. The statement did not explicitly name Israel as the perpetrator. Details Of The Attack The strikes targeted Hamas political leaders in Doha, especially in meeting areas used for mediation […]

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India Pledges $680M Package To Mauritius

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

India has announced a $680 million economic assistance package for Mauritius. The funds will support key infrastructure, security, health, and maritime projects. Strategic Elements And Chagos Support The package includes redevelopment of Port Louis port and enhanced surveillance of the Chagos Marine Protected Area. Mauritius has backed India’s strategic role in Chagos,

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Netanyahu Says ‘There’ll Be No Palestinian State’

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, on September 11, 2025, declared that there will be no Palestinian state during a signing ceremony for a major West Bank settlement expansion project in Ma’ale Adumim. He said: “We are going to fulfil our promise that there will be no Palestinian state. This place belongs to us.” Plan For […]

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Bolsonaro Sentenced To 27 Years In Coup Conviction

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was sentenced by Brazil’s Supreme Court to 27 years and three months in prison on September 11, 2025. The conviction follows a ruling that he attempted a coup after losing the 2022 election. Charges Faced He was found guilty on five counts: organising a criminal group, attempting to overthrow democratic […]

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Marco Rubio Backs Sergio Gor, Sees Strong US-India Ties Ahead

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has called India “one of the top relationships the United States has in the world today.” He made the remark during the Senate confirmation hearing for Sergio Gor, Trump’s nominee for US Ambassador to India, underscoring the strategic importance of ties with New Delhi. Gor’s Trade And Tariff Outlook […]

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Qatar PM Calls Israeli Strike ‘State Terror,’ Gulf Rallies Support

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

Qatar’s Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani has sharply condemned the recent Israeli airstrike in Doha, describing it as “state terror.” He demanded that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu be held accountable. Gulf Solidarity Following the attack, several Gulf countries expressed solidarity with Qatar. Regional leaders warned that the strike could

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Trump’s Envoy Pick Sergio Gor Pledges Stronger U.S.–India Ties, Faces Senate Questions on Oil and China

By BPN News Desk September 12, 2025

Washington: Sergio Gor, a close aide of U.S. President Donald Trump and nominee for the post of U.S. Ambassador to India, appeared before the Senate yesterday and pledged to deepen strategic, economic, and technological ties with New Delhi. In a testimony that repeatedly underscored the personal rapport between Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Gor […]

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China Has Not Yet Resumed Rare Earth Exports To India

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

During an August 2025 visit, Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told Indian External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar that export restrictions on rare earths and magnets would be eased. Despite this, Indian automakers and EV firms say no shipments of rare earth magnets have resumed from China. Export Curbs Still In Effect China imposed strict export […]

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India-US Trade Talks See Potential Reset

By BPN News Desk September 11, 2025

India’s chief trade negotiator is likely to travel to the United States next week to resume trade deal discussions. This comes as relations between the two countries show signs of easing after recent tensions. Modi-Trump Call Expected A phone call between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump is expected soon. The call […]