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IMF Approves $1 Billion Disbursement to Pakistan

By BPN News Desk May 23, 2025

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a $1 billion disbursement to Pakistan under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF), following a comprehensive review of the country’s economic reforms and commitments. This decision comes after the IMF’s Executive Board concluded that Pakistan had met all the agreed-upon conditions under the program initiated in September 2024.

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Trump Bars Harvard from Enrolling Foreign Students

By BPN News Desk May 23, 2025

In a controversial move, the Trump administration has revoked Harvard University’s certification under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), thereby stripping the institution of its ability to enroll international students for the 2025–2026 academic year. This decision effectively bars Harvard from hosting students on F-1 or J-1 visas, impacting over 6,800

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Bangladesh Army Chief Demands December Elections Amid Rift

By BPN News Desk May 23, 2025

In a significant development, Bangladesh’s Army Chief, General Waker-Uz-Zaman, has called for national elections to be held by December 2025. Addressing senior officers at the Dhaka cantonment, General Zaman emphasized the urgency of restoring an elected government, stating, “The country’s future should be decided by its elected representatives, not by an

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Bangladesh Army Chief Rejects Myanmar Corridor Proposal

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2025

Bangladesh’s Chief of Army Staff, General Waker-uz-Zaman, has publicly opposed the interim government’s proposal to create a humanitarian corridor into Myanmar’s Rakhine State. The plan, aimed at facilitating aid to conflict-hit regions, has triggered backlash from the military leadership, with the Army Chief labeling it “completely unacceptable.” The move

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North Korea’s Warship Launch Mishap Sparks Leadership Outrage

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2025

 North Korea’s military modernization drive suffered a major embarrassment after a serious accident disrupted the launch of its newest warship. The incident occurred on May 21, 2025, at the Chongjin shipyard, where a newly built 5,000-ton destroyer—expected to bolster the regime’s naval firepower—was being launched in the presence of top military and party leadership,

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Two Israeli Embassy Staff Killed Near D.C. Jewish Museum

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2025

In a deeply disturbing act of violence, two staff members from the Israeli embassy were shot dead near the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington D.C. on the evening of May 21, 2025. The victims were attending a formal reception organized for young Jewish professionals and diplomats. The victims were identified as Yaron Lischinsky, an Israeli […]

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Canada Eyes Entry Into U.S. ‘Golden Dome’ Defense Plan

By BPN News Desk May 22, 2025

Canada is engaged in high-level negotiations with the United States to potentially join the ambitious ‘Golden Dome’ missile defense system being developed under the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump. Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed the talks, citing the growing threat of missile attacks, including those launched from space, as a key factor behind

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Russia Unveils AI-Powered Su-57M Fighter Jet: Potential Implications for India

By BPN News Desk May 21, 2025

Russia has officially revealed the Sukhoi Su-57M, the upgraded and AI-powered version of its fifth-generation stealth fighter, positioning it as one of the most technologically advanced jets in the world. The unveiling has drawn global attention not only for its cutting-edge capabilities but also for the strategic opportunities it presents for countries like India that

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Pakistan and China Deepen Trade Ties and Expand CPEC Amid Regional Tensions

By BPN News Desk May 21, 2025

Amid renewed geopolitical shifts in South Asia, Pakistan and China have agreed to bolster economic ties, extend strategic infrastructure projects into Afghanistan, and maintain high-level diplomatic coordination. The agreement came during a visit by Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar to Beijing, where he met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi for bilateral and trilateral

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US Court Flags Possible Violation by Trump Administration Over South Sudan Deportations

By BPN News Desk May 21, 2025

A U.S. federal judge has expressed serious concerns that the Trump administration may have violated a court injunction by deporting migrants from multiple countries to war-torn South Sudan. The deportations occurred despite legal protections in place and have sparked renewed scrutiny over the administration’s handling of immigration enforcement and international removals.