International Middle East

US Warns Israel of Possible Aid Cuts Over Gaza Relief Delays

By BPN News Desk October 16, 2024

The United States has issued a warning to Israel, indicating the potential withholding of certain assistance if improvements are not made in the delivery of aid to Palestinians in Gaza. This message was conveyed in a letter from Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, as confirmed by the State Department on […]

Defence International

India Signs ₹32,000 Crore Deal for US Predator Drones

By BPN News Desk October 15, 2024

India has bolstered its military strength by signing a ₹32,000 crore deal with the United States to acquire Predator MQ-9B drones. The agreement, formalized under the foreign military sales framework, was signed in New Delhi on October 15 in the presence of senior defense officials from both nations. This strategic procurement further cements the growing […]

International

Netanyahu Pledges Military-Only Retaliation on Iran, Avoids Wider Conflict

By Editor - News Desk October 15, 2024

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has assured US President Joe Biden that Israel’s retaliation against Iran for its recent ballistic missile attack will be limited to military targets, according to a report by The Washington Post. This decision marks a strategic move to avoid further escalating tensions in the region, especially as the US prepares […]

Americas International

Justin Trudeau Accuses India of Criminal Ties Amid Diplomatic Row

By BPN News Desk October 15, 2024

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has intensified his accusations against India, alleging that the Indian government is involved in supporting criminal activities on Canadian soil. The diplomatic standoff between the two countries deepened after Trudeau claimed India had ties to organized crime elements in Canada, accusing New Delhi of targeting South Asian Canadians

Asia International

Taiwan Detects Record 153 Chinese Military Aircraft Post-Drills

By BPN News Desk October 15, 2024

Taiwan detected a record-breaking 153 Chinese military aircraft around the island following large-scale military drills conducted by China. According to Taiwan’s defense ministry, the aircraft were spotted within a 25-hour period, from Monday evening until 6:00 am Tuesday (local time), marking the highest number recorded in a single day. Large-Scale Chinese Drills Near

Asia International

North Korea Puts Border Troops on High Alert Over Drone Claims

By BPN News Desk October 15, 2024

North Korea has placed its border troops on high alert after accusing South Korea of flying drones into Pyongyang, escalating tensions along the heavily militarized Korean border. According to the state-run Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), North Korea’s military was ordered over the weekend to “get fully ready to open fire” in response to what […]

International

India Rejects Canada’s Allegations, Weighs Diplomatic Response

By BPN News Desk October 14, 2024

India has firmly rejected Canada’s accusations involving Indian diplomats, including High Commissioner Sanjay Kumar Verma, in the killing of Khalistani activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. In a strong statement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) expressed India’s stance and warned of potential retaliation against what it termed Canada’s “concocted allegations.”

Asia International

Taiwan Responds to China’s Military Drills, Avoids Escalation

By BPN News Desk October 14, 2024

Taiwan’s Defence Ministry announced on Monday that it would not escalate tensions in response to China’s recent military drills, despite heightened alert levels on its outlying islands. The drills, which encircled Taiwan, were described by Beijing as a “major warning” to the island over its continued pursuit of independence. Taiwan Criticizes China’s Military

Asia International

Restrictions Imposed in Karachi, Punjab Ahead of SCO Summit

By BPN News Desk October 14, 2024

Ahead of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit on October 15-16, Pakistan’s Karachi and parts of Punjab have implemented strict restrictions under Section 144. The Karachi administration enforced the measure for four days, from October 13 to October 17, to ensure public safety and maintain law and order during the international summit. Section 144 in […]

International Middle East

4 Israeli Soldiers Killed in Hezbollah Drone Strike on Military Base

By BPN News Desk October 14, 2024

In a deadly escalation of violence, a Hezbollah drone strike killed four Israeli soldiers at a military base near Haifa on Sunday. The strike, which targeted a training camp in Binyamina, marks one of the deadliest attacks on an Israeli base since the renewed clashes between Israel and Hezbollah began in late September. Emergency services […]