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Pakistan Says It Will Raise IWT Violations With India

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

Pakistan on Thursday said it will formally take up the matter with India if any development activity is carried out in violation of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), the long-standing water-sharing agreement between the two countries. The statement was made by Pakistan’s Foreign Office amid renewed focus on water-related projects in the region. Foreign Office […]

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Denmark Warns US Over Greenland Tensions

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

Denmark has issued a strong warning to the United States as tensions rise over US interest in Greenland, a semi-autonomous territory of the Kingdom of Denmark. Danish officials stated that military protocols dating back to the Cold War era remain in place, authorising troops to defend Greenland’s territory if it comes under attack. Standing Defence […]

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Trump Slams Republicans Over War Powers Vote

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

US President Donald Trump has sharply criticised several Republican senators for voting with Democrats to limit his military authority following a controversial military operation in Venezuela. Trump said those senators should feel “ashamed” for supporting the measure, calling their actions a threat to national security and presidential powers. War Powers Resolution Moves

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US Withdraws From India-Led Solar Alliance

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

The United States has announced its withdrawal from the International Solar Alliance, a global initiative co-founded by India to promote the adoption of solar energy. The decision was taken under an executive directive issued by President Donald Trump as part of a broader review of US participation in international organisations. Exit Linked to Policy Review […]

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Pakistan May Not Need IMF Aid, Minister Says

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has said the country may not require financial assistance from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) within the next six months, citing rising defence export interest as a key factor. Asif made the remarks during a television interview, expressing optimism about Pakistan’s economic outlook. Claim on Defence Orders and IMF Support

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Trump Says Venezuela Action Not a Taiwan Precedent

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

US President Donald Trump has said that recent US actions in Venezuela should not be viewed as a precedent for how China may deal with Taiwan. He stated that the situation in Venezuela and the long-standing Taiwan issue are fundamentally different, and decisions regarding Taiwan rest with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Remarks on China and […]

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India–US Trade Deal Stalled Over Missed Leader Outreach

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

A long-pending trade agreement between India and the United States has not been concluded, with the US side attributing the delay partly to the absence of direct outreach between top leaders. The claim was made by the US Commerce Secretary, who said the deal did not move forward because Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not […]

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Bangladesh Suspends Visa Services in India

By BPN News Desk January 9, 2026

Bangladesh has temporarily suspended most visa services at its diplomatic missions in India, citing security-related concerns. The decision affects visa processing at the Bangladesh High Commission in New Delhi and its deputy high commissions in Kolkata and Agartala. Officials said the move is precautionary and will remain in force until the situation is reviewed. Security

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Trump Calls for Sharp Increase in US Military Spending

By BPN News Desk January 8, 2026

US President Donald Trump has called for a major increase in American military spending, proposing that the defence budget be raised to around $1.5 trillion. If implemented, this would represent an increase of more than 50 percent compared with current defence outlays, making it the largest military budget in US history. Speaking on the need […]

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Bangladesh Explores Possible JF-17 Fighter Jet Purchase

By BPN News Desk January 8, 2026

Bangladesh has shown interest in the possible procurement of JF-17 fighter jets, following high-level defence discussions with Pakistan. The issue was discussed during meetings between senior air force officials of the two countries as part of broader talks aimed at strengthening military cooperation and institutional ties. According to officials familiar with the