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UN Says US Still Must Pay Funding Obligations

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

The United Nations has said that the United States continues to have a legal obligation to pay its assessed contributions to the UN budget and peacekeeping operations, even after Washington announced withdrawals from several international organisations and UN-linked bodies. UN Secretary-General’s Statement UN officials, speaking on behalf of Secretary-General António

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US Cancels Planned Venezuela Second Strike, Sees Oil Investment

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

US President Donald Trump said on Friday that he has cancelled a planned second wave of military strikes on Venezuela, citing improved cooperation with the Venezuelan authorities and developments that he described as positive. Mr Trump also highlighted expectations of substantial oil sector investment tied to US companies as part of evolving relations. Second Wave […]

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Trump Says His Morality Is Only Check on Power

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

US President Donald Trump has said that his own morality is the only real restraint on the use of American power on the global stage. The remarks were made during a wide-ranging interview in which he spoke about foreign policy, military authority and the role of leadership in international affairs. Remarks on Authority and Decision-Making […]

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Pakistan Says It Will Raise IWT Violations With India

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

Pakistan on Thursday said it will formally take up the matter with India if any development activity is carried out in violation of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), the long-standing water-sharing agreement between the two countries. The statement was made by Pakistan’s Foreign Office amid renewed focus on water-related projects in the region. Foreign Office […]

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Denmark Warns US Over Greenland Tensions

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

Denmark has issued a strong warning to the United States as tensions rise over US interest in Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory of the Kingdom of Denmark. Danish officials stated that military protocols dating back to the Cold War era remain in place, authorising troops to defend Greenland’s territory if it comes under attack. Standing Defence […]

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Trump Slams Republicans Over War Powers Vote

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

US President Donald Trump has sharply criticised several Republican senators for voting with Democrats to limit his military authority following a controversial military operation in Venezuela. Trump said those senators should feel “ashamed” for supporting the measure, calling their actions a threat to national security and presidential powers. War Powers Resolution Moves

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US Withdraws From India-Led Solar Alliance

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

The United States has announced its withdrawal from the International Solar Alliance, a global initiative co-founded by India to promote the adoption of solar energy. The decision was taken under an executive directive issued by President Donald Trump as part of a broader review of US participation in international organisations. Exit Linked to Policy Review […]

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Pakistan May Not Need IMF Aid, Minister Says

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has said the country may not require financial assistance from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) within the next six months, citing rising defence export interest as a key factor. Asif made the remarks during a television interview, expressing optimism about Pakistan’s economic outlook. Claim on Defence Orders and IMF Support

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Trump Says Venezuela Action Not a Taiwan Precedent

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

US President Donald Trump has said that recent US actions in Venezuela should not be viewed as a precedent for how China may deal with Taiwan. He stated that the situation in Venezuela and the long-standing Taiwan issue are fundamentally different, and decisions regarding Taiwan rest with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Remarks on China and […]

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India–US Trade Deal Stalled Over Missed Leader Outreach

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

A long-pending trade agreement between India and the United States has not been concluded, with the US side attributing the delay partly to the absence of direct outreach between top leaders. The claim was made by the US Commerce Secretary, who said the deal did not move forward because Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not […]