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Nobitex Hit by $90M Hack as Cyberwar Targets Iran’s Crypto

By BPN News Desk June 18, 2025

Iran’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, Nobitex, has been struck by a devastating cyberattack in which over $90 million in digital assets were not only stolen but deliberately destroyed. The attack, which unfolded on June 18, appears to be politically motivated, with the hacking group publicly identifying itself as Predatory Sparrow—a name linked to earlier cyber strikes

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Trump Repeats India-Pakistan War Claim, Modi Stands Firm

By BPN News Desk June 18, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has once again claimed credit for preventing a major conflict between India and Pakistan, asserting that he “stopped the war” between the two nuclear-armed nations. Speaking during a press event in Washington, Trump said, “No one reported on it, but I stopped the war between Pakistan and India,” while praising both […]

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Trump Teases Strike on Iran, Says Tehran Wants to Talk

By BPN News Desk June 18, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has escalated tensions further by teasing the possibility of a military strike on Iran while simultaneously suggesting that Tehran is open to talks. Speaking at a press event, Trump did not confirm a strike but said, “I may do it, I may not”, underscoring a strategic posture of uncertainty. A Calculated […]

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Khamenei Warns US: Intervention Will Bring “Irreparable Damage”

By BPN News Desk June 18, 2025

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has delivered a defiant message rejecting calls for surrender and warning the United States of severe consequences if it intervenes militarily in the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict. In a nationally televised address, Khamenei stated that Iran “will never surrender” and made it clear that any attempt by the United States […]

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Air India Flight to Bali Returns Mid-Air After Volcano Eruption

By BPN News Desk June 18, 2025

An Air India flight bound for Bali was forced to turn back mid-air and return to Delhi on June 18 following a volcanic eruption near Bali’s airport—highlighting the importance of prioritizing passenger safety during sudden natural disasters. Volcanic disruption Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki erupted on Tuesday, shooting ash clouds up to 10,000 meters into the […]

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Iran Issues War Threat; Trump Reviews Military Options

By BPN News Desk June 18, 2025

The Israel–Iran conflict has escalated sharply, with Iran issuing a grave warning that any U.S. military intervention would result in a full-scale regional war. The sixth day of conflict has seen mounting casualties, intensified airstrikes, and growing international concern over the risk of a broader confrontation. Iran Warns of Escalation Iran’s leadership has declared

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Modi at G7 Urges Unified Global Stance Against Terrorism

By BPN News Desk June 18, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi used the G7 platform in Kananaskis, Canada, to deliver a sharp message against global inaction and hypocrisy on terrorism. Speaking to world leaders during the second day of the summit, Modi criticized the practice of rewarding nations that openly support terrorism while others face strict accountability, calling for a uniform international

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Iran Fires Hypersonic Missile at Israel as Trump Demands Tehran’s Surrender

By BPN News Desk June 18, 2025

The Iran-Israel conflict has escalated to a new level of danger with Iran launching a hypersonic missile at Israeli territory, marking a significant escalation in what is now a fast-expanding regional war. The missile, identified as a Fattah-1, was fired early on June 18 as part of Iran’s eleventh wave of retaliatory strikes under “Operation […]

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Modi Tells Trump India Prefers Dialogue Over Mediation

By BPN News Desk June 18, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has firmly reiterated India’s position against foreign mediation in South Asian affairs, informing U.S. President Donald Trump that New Delhi prefers direct dialogue and sovereign decision-making. The clarification came during Modi’s recent visit to Washington, where the two leaders discussed ongoing tensions in the region and the broader

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Pakistan Army Chief Faces Backlash in Washington Visit

By BPN News Desk June 18, 2025

During a pivotal visit to Washington, Pakistan’s Army Chief and newly appointed Field Marshal, General Asim Munir, embarked on a diplomatic mission aimed at strengthening military and economic ties with the United States. However, his high-profile presence was met with vocal protests from sections of the Pakistani-American diaspora, highlighting deep-seated unease about