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Pakistan Welcomes Court of Arbitration’s Ruling on J&K Hydroelectric Projects

By BPN News Desk June 28, 2025

Pakistan has expressed approval after an arbitration court delivered a decision concerning India’s hydropower projects in Jammu and Kashmir under the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT). The tribunal’s verdict significantly constrains India’s ability to proceed unilaterally on certain run-of-river hydropower schemes on rivers allocated to Pakistan under the bilateral

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Ukraine to Seek EU Sanctions on Bangladesh Over Stolen Grain Imports

By BPN News Desk June 28, 2025

Ukraine has announced its intention to ask the European Union to impose sanctions on Bangladeshi companies and officials alleged to have imported Ukrainian grain illegally appropriated by Russia from occupied regions. Kyiv claims that over 150,000 tonnes of wheat was exported via Russia’s Kavkaz port, blended to conceal its origin, and ultimately shipped to Bangladesh.

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IAEA Chief Raises Alarm: Iran May Still Hold Enriched Uranium Despite Fordow Shutdown

By BPN News Desk June 28, 2025

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi has confirmed that the centrifuges at Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility are no longer operational following recent airstrikes. However, he issued a stark warning that enriched uranium may still be in Iran’s possession and could have been relocated ahead of the attacks. Without direct access, the IAEA

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Russia Backs India on Cross‑Border Terror, Discusses Arms Deals at SCO Summit

By BPN News Desk June 28, 2025

At the SCO Defence Ministers’ Meeting in Qingdao, India’s Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met with Russian Defence Minister Andrey Belousov, where the two leaders emphasized mutual security concerns. In a significant move, Russia affirmed its support for India’s position on cross-border terrorism, particularly referring to the recent Pahalgam attack, which New Delhi

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6.1 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Southern Philippines, No Damage Reported

By BPN News Desk June 28, 2025

A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck offshore southern Philippines on the morning of June 28, 2025, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The quake’s epicentre was located roughly 70 km off the coast of Davao Occidental province, at a depth of approximately 101 km—deep enough to avoid triggering a tsunami warning. Initial reports from the Philippine Institute of […]

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Gaza Rescuers Report Civilians Killed by Israeli Fire Near Aid Centers

By BPN News Desk June 28, 2025

Gaza’s civil defence agency has reported that Israeli forces killed at least 20 civilians, including six who were waiting in line for food distribution at aid collection points in central Gaza. These victims came under bullets and tank shells during their attempt to access vital supplies amid mounting shortages. Reports suggest that more than 500 […]

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Trump Says He Would “Bomb Iran Again Without Question” Amid Nuclear Tension

By BPN News Desk June 28, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump issued a stark warning on June 27, 2025, stating he would “bomb Iran again without question” if American intelligence detects ongoing uranium enrichment in Tehran. He made these comments following U.S. airstrikes—part of “Operation Midnight Hammer”—on three Iranian nuclear installations: Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan. Trump asserted that these

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Russia to Cut Military Spending from Next Year, Says Putin

By BPN News Desk June 28, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a strategic pivot: starting next year, Russia will begin reducing its military spending over a three-year period. This decision marks a significant shift at a time when NATO countries are increasing defense budgets to around 5% of GDP. Putin contrasted Russia’s approach with that of NATO, accusing Western governments

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Iran Condemns Trump’s Remarks on Khamenei, Demands Respect for Talks

By BPN News Desk June 28, 2025

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has issued a stern rebuke of U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent remarks concerning Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, calling them “disrespectful and condemnable.” Iranian officials have made it clear that such statements are unacceptable and jeopardize the prospects of any future negotiations between the two countries. Foreign Minister Abbas

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Jaishankar Thanks Iran for Assisting Indian Evacuation

By BPN News Desk June 28, 2025

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has expressed gratitude to his Iranian counterpart for Iran’s support in safely evacuating Indian nationals amid ongoing tensions in the region. The diplomatic acknowledgment was made during a formal communication and signals India’s continued emphasis on proactive and responsive foreign policy in safeguarding its citizens abroad.