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US Clears $8.6 Billion Arms Sales To Allies

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2026

The United States has approved military sales worth more than $8.6 billion to Israel, Qatar, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates, amid heightened security tensions in West Asia and continuing concerns over Iran. US Arms Sales To Middle East Allies The US State Department approved the defence packages as part of emergency military sales to […]

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Scott Bessent Says Iran Blockade Will Continue

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2026

  US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has said Washington will continue its blockade linked to Iran until freedom of navigation is restored in the Strait of Hormuz, while sharply criticising Iran’s leadership amid rising tensions in West Asia. US Treasury Secretary Targets Iran Leadership Bessent described Iran’s leadership as disconnected from realities on the ground

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Trump Rejects Iran Nuclear Proposal

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2026

  US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s latest proposal to end the ongoing conflict, saying Washington cannot allow Tehran’s leadership to acquire nuclear weapons. His remarks came as diplomatic efforts continued through regional mediators, even as tensions remained high over Iran’s nuclear programme and the future of the war. Trump Rejects Iran War Proposal

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Rajnath Singh Warns Italy On Pakistan Defence Tech

By BPN News Desk May 2, 2026

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has urged Italy not to share sensitive defence technology with Pakistan, citing India’s security concerns and Pakistan’s continued links to terrorism. The message was conveyed during bilateral talks with Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto in New Delhi. Rajnath Singh Italy Defence Talks Rajnath Singh and Guido Crosetto held discussions at

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India-UAE Trade Crosses $100 Billion

By BPN News Desk May 1, 2026

India-UAE bilateral trade has crossed $100 billion in 2025-26, with Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal saying the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement has helped deepen trade, investment and business opportunities between the two countries. India-UAE CEPA Boosts Bilateral Trade The India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement has played a major

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Bangladesh Summons Indian Envoy Over Sarma Remarks

By BPN News Desk May 1, 2026

Bangladesh has summoned India’s Acting High Commissioner in Dhaka, Pawan Badhe, to formally protest recent remarks made by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on illegal migration and pushback operations. Bangladesh Protests Himanta Biswa Sarma Remarks Bangladesh’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Indian envoy on Thursday and conveyed its displeasure over

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Iran Leaders Reportedly Seek Araghchi Removal

By BPN News Desk May 1, 2026

Iran’s top political leadership is reportedly seeking the removal of Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi over his alleged alignment with the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps during sensitive nuclear talks with the United States. Abbas Araghchi Faces Removal Pressure Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Parliamentary Speaker Mohammad Ghalibaf are reportedly unhappy with

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US Keeps India On IP Priority Watch List

By BPN News Desk May 1, 2026

The United States has retained India on its Priority Watch List for intellectual property rights in its 2026 Special 301 Report, citing continuing concerns over patent rules, copyright enforcement and protection of American business interests. India On US Priority Watch List For IP Rights The Priority Watch List is part of the annual Special 301 […]

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Trump Lifts Scotch Whisky Tariffs After Royal Visit

By BPN News Desk May 1, 2026

US President Donald Trump has announced that he will remove certain tariffs and restrictions linked to Scotch whisky after the White House visit of King Charles III and Queen Camilla, signalling a trade boost for the UK spirits industry. Trump Removes Scotch Whisky Tariffs Trump said the decision was made after the royal visit, adding […]

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Iran Vows To Protect Nuclear, Missile Capabilities

By BPN News Desk May 1, 2026

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei has vowed to protect the country’s nuclear and missile capabilities, marking a defiant message as the United States pushes for tighter limits on Tehran’s strategic programmes amid a fragile ceasefire. Iran Nuclear And Missile Capabilities Defended In a statement read on Iranian state television, Khamenei said Iran would