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Strong Earthquake Strikes Western Japan

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck western Japan early on Monday, shaking buildings and causing alarm among residents but no tsunami warning was issued. The quake was felt strongly in parts of Shikoku and western Honshu, with tremors reported in several cities including Takamatsu and Okayama. Officials said there was no risk of a tsunami following the […]

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Hindu Businessman Shot Dead by Unidentified Men in Bangladesh

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

A Hindu businessman was shot dead by unidentified assailants in Bangladesh’s Jessore district, triggering concern over law and order and the safety of minorities. The incident occurred in the Monirampur area, where the victim was attacked in a public location during the evening hours. Police said the attackers fled immediately after opening fire. Victim’s Identity […]

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Trump Says Venezuela Elections Will Not Be Held Soon

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

US President Donald Trump said Venezuela will not hold national elections in the near future, stating that the country needs time to stabilise following recent political upheaval. Speaking to reporters, Trump said elections cannot be conducted “right away” and that Venezuela must first be brought back to basic administrative and economic functioning. Comments Follow

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Denmark PM Warns US Against Attacks on NATO Allies

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen issued a strong warning on Monday in response to recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump about the strategic Arctic territory of Greenland, which is an autonomous part of the Kingdom of Denmark. Frederiksen said that any military action by the United States against Greenland or another NATO member would […]

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India Advises Citizens to Avoid Non-Essential Travel to Iran

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

The Government of India has issued a travel advisory urging Indian citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Iran until further notice. The advisory was issued in view of the prevailing security situation and uncertainties on the ground, with authorities stressing the need to prioritise the safety of Indian nationals. Advisory for Indians in Iran […]

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Maduro Pleads Not Guilty in US Court After Capture

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro made his first appearance in a US federal court in Manhattan on January 5, 2026, after being captured and brought to the United States. Maduro, who was removed from power when US forces seized him in Venezuela earlier this week, stood before a judge and entered a not guilty plea […]

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Chevron Tanker Carrying Venezuelan Oil Heads to US

By BPN News Desk January 6, 2026

A tanker chartered by Chevron carrying Venezuelan crude oil has departed Venezuelan waters and is heading toward the United States Gulf Coast, according to shipping movement data. The cargo marks a resumption of shipments after a brief pause, amid heightened geopolitical and economic scrutiny around Venezuelan oil exports. Details of the Shipment The tanker is […]

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Denmark and Greenland Reject US Claim on Island

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

Denmark and Greenland have jointly rejected recent remarks from the United States suggesting a strategic claim over Greenland, asserting that the island is not for sale and that its sovereignty is non-negotiable. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said any suggestion that Greenland could be taken over by another country is unacceptable and violates basic principles

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China Rejects US “World Judge” Role After Maduro Capture

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

China has strongly criticised the United States after Washington’s forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and brought him to the United States to face legal charges. Chinese officials said no country should act as the “world’s judge” or impose its will on other nations, calling such unilateral actions a violation of national sovereignty and international […]

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South Korea’s Lee to Meet China’s Xi to Reset Ties

By BPN News Desk January 5, 2026

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung is scheduled to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping during a state visit to China, marking a renewed effort to stabilise and reset bilateral relations. The visit comes amid efforts by Seoul to rebalance its foreign policy and ease strains that had built up in recent years between the two […]