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Iran Sets Conditions for Hormuz Reopening

By BPN News Desk
Iran has ruled out reopening the Strait of Hormuz or returning to negotiations with the United States until Washington meets a series of conditions set by Tehran. The position comes as tensions remain high across West Asia and disruption to the strategic waterway continues to affect global energy markets. Iran Sets Terms for Reopening Strait […]
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Pakistan Airstrikes Kill 3 in Afghanistan

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At least three people were killed and several others injured after Pakistani aircraft carried out airstrikes in Afghanistan’s Kunar and Paktika provinces on Monday, Afghan officials said. The attacks have renewed fears of another military escalation between Pakistan and Afghanistan after months of strained relations. Pakistan Airstrikes Hit Kunar and Paktika Officials said
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Trump, Zelenskyy to Meet in New York

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US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy are set to meet in New York during the United Nations General Assembly as Washington continues efforts to secure de-escalation in the Russia-Ukraine war. Trump-Zelenskyy Meeting to Focus on Peace Efforts Zelenskyy confirmed the planned meeting after a telephone conversation with Trump, saying the two
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Canada Eyes India Trade Deal by Year-End

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Canada is optimistic that negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with India can be concluded by the end of 2026, Canadian International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu said during a visit to Mumbai. The two countries are accelerating talks as they seek deeper trade, investment and energy ties. India-Canada CEPA Talks Target Year-End Deal […]
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Trump Extends $100,000 H-1B Fee to 2027

By BPN News Desk
US President Donald Trump has extended restrictions requiring a $100,000 payment for certain new H-1B visa petitions for another year, keeping the measure in place until September 21, 2027. The administration says the policy is intended to curb alleged abuse of the skilled-worker visa programme and protect American jobs. $100,000 H-1B Fee Extended for Another […]
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Denmark Backs US-Greenland Security Deal

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Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has endorsed a new Greenland security agreement with the United States, saying the arrangement will strengthen Arctic security and benefit both NATO and Europe while preserving Danish sovereignty over the territory. Denmark Says Greenland Deal Is Good for NATO Frederiksen welcomed the agreement between Denmark, Greenland and the
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International

California Pushes AI ‘Kill Switch’ Oversight

By BPN News Desk
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed an executive order accelerating independent oversight of artificial intelligence companies and directing experts to examine stronger safeguards for advanced AI systems, including a potential emergency “kill switch” for frontier models. California Explores AI Kill Switch for Frontier Models The executive order does not immediately
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Trump Signs Russia Sanctions Law, India at Risk

By BPN News Desk
US President Donald Trump has signed sweeping Russia sanctions legislation that gives his administration authority to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries continuing significant purchases of Russian oil and gas, putting major importers including India and China at risk of fresh US trade penalties. Trump Signs Russia Sanctions Law The legislation, formally named […]