International

India‑Israel Arms Trade Soars 33‑Fold to $185 Million in 10 Years

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

India’s arms trade with Israel has surged nearly 33 times over the past decade, growing from just $5.6 million in 2015 to a substantial $185 million in 2024. This dramatic escalation highlights the deepening strategic and defence partnership between the two nations, even as Israel’s overall exports to India have shown a declining trend in […]

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India Condemns Attack on Tagore’s Home in Bangladesh

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

India has strongly condemned the vandalism of Rabindranath Tagore’s ancestral home in Sirajganj, Bangladesh, describing the act as “despicable” and an assault on the legacy of tolerance and cultural inclusiveness that the Nobel laureate represented. The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) termed the attack a “disgrace” and expressed serious concern over what it described as

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Kim Jong Un Pledges Full Support to Putin on Russia Day

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has reaffirmed his unwavering support for Russia, describing President Vladimir Putin as his “dearest comrade” in a personal message delivered on Russia Day. The statement, part of a growing pattern of diplomatic and military engagement between the two nations, praised the strength of what Kim termed a “genuine relationship […]

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India Signals Thaw in Ties with Canada Ahead of G7

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

Amid a prolonged diplomatic standoff with Canada, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has hinted at a possible shift in tone ahead of the upcoming G7 Summit. India has stated it is “exploring a path to reset ties,” suggesting cautious optimism for future engagement even as tensions remain over the fallout of Prime Minister Justin […]

International

Explosions Reported at Iran’s Natanz Nuclear Site Amid Escalating Strikes

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

Iranian state media has confirmed that loud explosions were heard near Natanz, the site of one of the country’s most significant uranium enrichment facilities. The development comes amid heightened tensions and a wave of suspected Israeli airstrikes across Iran targeting nuclear and military infrastructure. Explosions rock Natanz nuclear site Iranian state television

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UAE Airlines Suspend and Reroute Flights After Israel’s Strikes on Iran

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

UAE-based airlines, including Emirates and flydubai, have cancelled, suspended, or rerouted multiple flights after Israel launched coordinated airstrikes on Iranian nuclear and military targets. The airspace over several Middle Eastern nations was immediately closed for civilian traffic, prompting widespread disruption across international routes. UAE Carriers React

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Trump Praises Tesla as Musk Apologizes and Pulls Back Criticism

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

US President Donald Trump extended an olive branch to Elon Musk after a tense week of public spats between the two. At a recent event, Trump made a pointed remark in support of Musk’s company, saying, “I like Tesla,” signaling a de-escalation in hostilities that had roiled both political and financial circles. Trump Warms Up […]

International

US Confirms Nuclear Talks with Iran to Proceed Despite Strikes

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

The United States has confirmed that it still plans to go ahead with its nuclear talks with Iran in Muscat, Oman, on Sunday, despite the escalation caused by recent Israeli airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear installations. This reaffirmation of commitment to diplomacy comes as the Middle East faces a dangerous tipping point. US Reaffirms […]

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India Abstains from UNGA Vote on Gaza Ceasefire Resolution

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

In a significant diplomatic move, India abstained from voting on a United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) resolution that called for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The resolution, which was overwhelmingly passed with 149 votes in favour, saw 12 nations opposing and 19 abstaining, including India. India’s Abstention Raises Eyebrows

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Keir Starmer Declines Meeting with Bangladesh’s Yunus

By BPN News Desk June 13, 2025

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has declined a meeting request from Bangladesh’s interim leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner Muhammad Yunus, who is currently on a four-day visit to London. Yunus is seeking British support to trace and recover an estimated $234 billion that he claims was illegally siphoned out of Bangladesh by the previous […]