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US, UK, Australia Sanction Russian Cyber Firm Media Land

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

The United States, United Kingdom and Australia have announced coordinated sanctions against Russia-based web infrastructure provider Media Land. Officials allege the company offered “bulletproof hosting” services that helped cybercriminal groups carry out ransomware attacks on critical institutions across multiple countries. What The Sanctions Target The sanctions include

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Trump Claims Again He Averted India-Pakistan Nuclear War

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

US President Donald Trump has claimed that he prevented a nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan by threatening both countries with a 350 per cent tariff. He said he intervened amid escalating tensions and asserted that India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi later called him, saying the crisis had been defused. What He Claimed Trump stated […]

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India Steps Up Tanker Bookings for Middle East Oil

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

Indian oil refiners have sharply increased the chartering of crude oil tankers from the Middle East as they brace for potential disruptions in Russian oil supplies. With new U.S. sanctions on major Russian producers set to take effect on November 21, refiners are securing additional vessels for late November and December loading from Saudi Arabia, […]

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UK Warns Russia After Spy Ship Targets RAF Pilots

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

The United Kingdom has issued a strong warning to Russia after the intelligence-gathering vessel Yantar allegedly directed laser beams at Royal Air Force (RAF) pilots flying near its position north of Scotland. Defence Secretary John Healey said the incident was “deeply dangerous” and confirmed that the UK has deployed a Royal Navy frigate along with […]

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PM Modi to Attend G20 Summit in South Africa

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will travel to Johannesburg from November 21 to 23 to participate in the G20 Leaders’ Summit hosted by South Africa. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed that the Prime Minister will attend all plenary sessions and present India’s positions on global economic recovery, sustainable development and issues affecting the Global South. […]

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US Approves $700 Million Air-Defence Sale to Taiwan

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

The United States has confirmed a potential sale of an advanced air-defence missile system to Taiwan valued at nearly US $700 million. The deal is reported to involve the NASAMS (National Advanced Surface-to‐Air Missile System) medium-range air-defence solution, manufactured by RTX Corporation, which is already operational in Ukraine’s ongoing conflict. Strategic Context

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US Peace Draft Suggests Ukraine Cede Territory

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

A reported US-drafted peace proposal aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war includes terms that would require Ukraine to cede territory currently under Russian control and agree to reduce certain military capabilities. The 28-point framework is said to include limits on future weapons imports and security arrangements that align heavily with Russian demands. The proposal

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Bangladesh NSA Meets India’s Doval in Delhi

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

Bangladesh’s National Security Adviser Dr Khalilur Rahman met India’s National Security Adviser Ajit Doval in New Delhi on Wednesday. The meeting was held on the sidelines of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) discussions and was confirmed by the Bangladesh High Commission. Both sides reviewed CSC initiatives and exchanged views on key regional developments. Focus on […]

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Afghan Trade Minister Visits India Amid Border Strain

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

Afghanistan’s Industry and Commerce Minister, Nooruddin Azizi, has arrived in New Delhi for a five-day visit aimed at strengthening economic and trade cooperation. He is expected to meet Indian ministers, trade officials and industry leaders as both sides explore areas of commercial partnership. The visit comes at a sensitive time, with Afghanistan and Pakistan engaged

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Trump Signs Bill Releasing Epstein Investigation Files

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

Donald Trump signed the Epstein Files Transparency Act into law on 19 November 2025. The measure mandates the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) to publish all unclassified records related to the investigation of Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days, subject only to redactions for victim privacy and ongoing prosecutions. Congressional Approval The bill passed the […]