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Trump Slams Russia’s G8 Exit, Calls It a ‘Big Mistake’

By BPN News Desk June 17, 2025

Speaking at the G7 summit in Alberta, U.S. President Donald Trump reignited debate over Russia’s exclusion from the former G8 group, calling it a “big mistake” and placing direct blame on former President Barack Obama and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. Trump argued that diplomatic isolation of Russia worsened global tensions and suggested that the […]

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Trump Opposes Russia Sanctions at G7, Cites High US Cost

By BPN News Desk June 17, 2025

At the G7 summit held in Alberta, Canada, U.S. President Donald Trump strongly opposed fresh economic sanctions on Russia, warning that they would come at a massive financial cost to the United States. While several allied leaders urged for coordinated pressure on Moscow amid the ongoing war in Ukraine, Trump remained adamant that sanctions were […]

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Israel Activates Sea Shield Using Indian Barak 8 Tech

By BPN News Desk June 17, 2025

Israel has activated its newly installed naval defense system, dubbed Sea Shield, to intercept a wave of Iranian drones over the Mediterranean Sea, marking the first-ever combat deployment of the Barak Magen missile system. This breakthrough defense action involved the successful targeting of eight hostile drones using technology co-developed with India. “The Navy’s

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Modi at G7 Summit Amid Iran‑Israel Tensions

By Editor - News Desk June 17, 2025

Modi attends G7 summit in Canada amid Iran‑Israel tensions, emphasizing energy, tech, and bilateral reset with Canada as global crises dominate the agenda.

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Iran Claims Pakistan Will Retaliate with Nukes If Israel Attacks

By BPN News Desk June 16, 2025

Tensions in the Middle East reached a new high after Iranian General Mohsen Rezaee, a senior figure in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and National Security Council, claimed that Pakistan has pledged to launch a nuclear strike on Israel if Iran is targeted with nuclear weapons. The statement was made on Iranian state television, drawing […]

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Pakistan Advises Citizens to Avoid Iran, Iraq Amid Middle East Crisis

By BPN News Desk June 16, 2025

Government of Pakistan has issued an urgent travel advisory, warning its citizens—particularly religious pilgrims—to avoid non-essential travel to Iran and Iraq in light of escalating tensions across the Middle East. The advisory comes as regional security conditions deteriorate following a series of military strikes and airspace disruptions. Pakistan issues travel alert

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Trump Arrives at G7 Summit Ahead of Crucial Zelenskyy Meeting

By BPN News Desk June 16, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump arrived at the G7 summit venue in Alberta, Canada, on June 15, setting the stage for a pivotal bilateral discussion with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy scheduled on June 17. This marks their third face-to-face encounter since early 2025. Trump-Zelenskyy reunion Their meeting, taking place in a tense global environment, follows earlier

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Iran Considers Exiting Nuclear Non‑Proliferation Treaty Amid Israeli Strikes

By BPN News Desk June 16, 2025

Iran’s parliament is reportedly preparing legislation to withdraw from the 1968 Nuclear Non‑Proliferation Treaty (NPT), in response to the ongoing Israeli airstrikes targeting its nuclear and military infrastructure. Iran exit NPT A draft bill being considered by lawmakers seeks withdrawal from the NPT. While Iran’s leadership affirm that its nuclear program remains

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Trump Blocks Israeli Plan to Assassinate Iran’s Supreme Leader

By BPN News Desk June 16, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly vetoed an Israeli proposal to assassinate Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, amid escalating tensions between the two nations. His intervention underscores a strategic effort to prevent the conflict from spiraling into open regional war. Trump steps in to prevent escalation According to U.S. officials, Israeli forces had

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India, EU Aim to Finalize Free Trade Deal by Year-End

By BPN News Desk June 16, 2025

During his official visit to Cyprus, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to conclude a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union by the end of 2025. Speaking at the India–Cyprus CEO Forum in Limassol, Modi called the FTA a major priority for both sides, aimed at deepening trade, technology, and strategic cooperation […]