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Ukraine Claims First Underwater Drone Strike on Submarine

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2025

Ukraine has claimed it carried out its first-ever underwater drone attack, striking a Russian submarine at a naval facility in the Black Sea. Ukrainian security officials said the operation targeted a Kilo-class submarine docked at the Russian port of Novorossiysk, marking a new phase in the use of unmanned systems in the ongoing conflict. According […]

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Canada Expands Citizenship Eligibility Under New Law

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2025

Canada has expanded eligibility for citizenship under a newly enacted law, creating a clearer pathway for several categories of applicants, including long-term residents and certain foreign nationals with strong ties to the country. The move is aimed at addressing long-standing gaps in citizenship rules and providing relief to individuals affected by earlier legal

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Australian Police Link Bondi Beach Shooting to Islamic State Ideology

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2025

Australian police have said the mass shooting at Bondi Beach was inspired by Islamic State ideology, following detailed investigations into the attacker’s background, online activity, and motivations. Authorities clarified that while the attacker was not a formal member of the terror group, he was influenced by extremist propaganda associated with the Islamic State. Senior

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Pakistan Holds Talks With Russia on Oil Cooperation

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2025

Pakistan has initiated discussions with Russia on a possible oil cooperation agreement, as officials from the energy ministries of both countries hold talks to explore deeper collaboration in the sector. Pakistani authorities said the discussions are at an early stage and are focused on assessing the scope and feasibility of long-term cooperation. The talks are […]

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PM Modi Highlights India’s Growth in Jordan Address

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday highlighted India’s economic growth trajectory, stating that the country is on course to become the world’s third-largest economy in the coming years. Speaking at a business and community interaction in Jordan, the Prime Minister said India has maintained growth rates above 8 per cent, even amid global economic uncertainty. […]

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US Signals Security Guarantees for Ukraine in Talks

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2025

The United States has agreed in principle to provide security guarantees to Ukraine as part of ongoing peace discussions aimed at ending the conflict with Russia, according to U.S. officials familiar with the negotiations. The assurances are being discussed as part of broader diplomatic efforts involving Ukraine and its partners to establish a durable post-war […]

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Trump Says He Raised Jimmy Lai Case With Xi Jinping

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2025

US President Donald Trump has said he asked Chinese President Xi Jinping to consider the release of Jimmy Lai, the Hong Kong media tycoon and pro-democracy activist who is currently facing trial under China’s national security law. Trump made the statement while referring to his past engagements with Chinese leadership, highlighting the issue of political […]

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Trump Sues BBC Over Edited Capitol Speech

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has filed a defamation lawsuit against the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC), seeking damages of $10 billion over the alleged editing of his January 6, 2021 speech ahead of the Capitol violence. The lawsuit was filed in a federal court in Florida, where Trump argues that the edited footage falsely portrayed him […]

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Ukraine Signals Shift on NATO Membership

By BPN News Desk December 15, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said Ukraine could consider dropping its bid to join NATO if it receives strong and credible international security guarantees to protect the country from future Russian aggression. The proposal marks a notable shift in Kyiv’s long-held position as efforts continue to explore possible pathways to end the war. Zelenskyy stressed

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Deadly Accident Involving School Bus

By BPN News Desk December 15, 2025

More than 10 people were killed after a school bus was involved in a serious road accident in Colombia, authorities said on Sunday. The bus, which was carrying students and adults, crashed in a mountainous area, leading to a major rescue operation by emergency services. Several others were injured and rushed to nearby hospitals, with […]