International

Trump Condemns Bangladesh Violence, Pledges Support for Hindu Americans

By BPN News Desk November 1, 2024

In a recent statement, former U.S. President Donald Trump addressed the rising violence in Bangladesh, where minorities, including Hindus and Christians, have reportedly faced mob attacks and looting. Emphasizing his strong disapproval, Trump condemned what he described as “barbaric violence” and the chaotic conditions in Bangladesh, affirming his solidarity

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Bangladesh’s Jatiya Party HQ Torched Amid Anti-Hasina Protests

By BPN News Desk November 1, 2024

Amid escalating tensions in Dhaka, the headquarters of the Jatiya Party, part of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s coalition, was set on fire and vandalized on Thursday night. The violence unfolded as anti-Hasina protesters clashed in the Kakrail area of central Dhaka, leading to significant damage to the Jatiya Party’s offices. Witnesses reported vandalism and

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Taiwan Faces Devastation as Super Typhoon Kong-rey Hits with Deadly Force

By BPN News Desk November 1, 2024

Super Typhoon Kong-rey, one of the most powerful storms to hit Taiwan in recent decades, made landfall on Thursday, leaving a trail of destruction. The storm claimed at least one life and injured 73 people, according to the National Fire Agency. A fatality was reported in Nantou County when a tree, uprooted by the fierce […]

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Russia Imposes Record Fine on Google for Blocking Pro-Government Content

By BPN News Desk November 1, 2024

A Russian court has issued an astronomical fine against Google after the tech giant restricted content from 17 pro-Russian government channels on its YouTube platform. The fine, set at a staggering two undecillion roubles—an amount far exceeding global GDP—translates into an unimaginable $20 billion trillion trillion, dwarfing Google’s parent company Alphabet’s

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North Korea Test-Fires New Hwasong-19 ICBM, Claims It as “World’s Strongest”

By BPN News Desk November 1, 2024

North Korea has confirmed the launch of its latest intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), the Hwasong-19, claiming it to be “the world’s strongest strategic missile” and a “perfected weapon system.” The missile test, conducted on Thursday, marks the longest flight duration of any North Korean missile to date, demonstrating heightened missile

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Spain’s Deadly Flooding: 158 Dead, Dozens Missing as Rain Persists

By BPN News Desk November 1, 2024

Spain is facing one of its deadliest flood disasters in decades, with the death toll reaching at least 158 and dozens still missing. Torrential rains led to catastrophic flash flooding, particularly around Valencia, where over a year’s worth of rainfall poured down in just eight hours, leaving areas submerged and infrastructure severely damaged. Valencia Hit […]

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North Korea Tests Longest-Range ICBM Amid Regional Tensions

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2024

North Korea confirmed the launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) with the longest recorded flight time for the country, marking a significant advance in Pyongyang’s missile capabilities. The missile launch, detected by South Korean and Japanese defense forces, flew for 87 minutes, surpassing previous test records. North Korean leader Kim Jong Un

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US Imposes Sanctions on Indian Firms for Supplying Russian Companies

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2024

The United States announced sanctions on nearly 400 entities and individuals globally, including four Indian firms, for their alleged role in supporting Russia’s military efforts in Ukraine. This move, which covers businesses across more than a dozen countries, is the most extensive targeting of third-country evasion networks to date, according to US officials. The

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Spain’s Flood Death Toll Rises Amid Criticism Over Delayed Weather Warnings

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2024

In the wake of Spain’s deadliest flood disaster since 1973, rescue teams continued their search for survivors as the death toll climbed to at least 95, with more casualties feared. Heavy rains that began early this week triggered devastating floods across eastern regions, sparking criticism of Spain’s delayed emergency response and alert systems. As search […]

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Chinese Envoy Highlights Key Understandings from Modi-Xi Meeting

By BPN News Desk October 31, 2024

Following a significant bilateral meeting between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in Russia, Chinese Ambassador to India Xu Feihong stated that “many important understandings” were reached to guide future India-China relations. Xu’s comments come a week after India announced a patrolling agreement