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US Approves $700 Million Air-Defence Sale to Taiwan

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

The United States has confirmed a potential sale of an advanced air-defence missile system to Taiwan valued at nearly US $700 million. The deal is reported to involve the NASAMS (National Advanced Surface-to‐Air Missile System) medium-range air-defence solution, manufactured by RTX Corporation, which is already operational in Ukraine’s ongoing conflict. Strategic Context

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US Peace Draft Suggests Ukraine Cede Territory

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

A reported US-drafted peace proposal aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine war includes terms that would require Ukraine to cede territory currently under Russian control and agree to reduce certain military capabilities. The 28-point framework is said to include limits on future weapons imports and security arrangements that align heavily with Russian demands. The proposal

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Bangladesh NSA Meets India’s Doval in Delhi

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

Bangladesh’s National Security Adviser Dr Khalilur Rahman met India’s National Security Adviser Ajit Doval in New Delhi on Wednesday. The meeting was held on the sidelines of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) discussions and was confirmed by the Bangladesh High Commission. Both sides reviewed CSC initiatives and exchanged views on key regional developments. Focus on […]

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Afghan Trade Minister Visits India Amid Border Strain

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

Afghanistan’s Industry and Commerce Minister, Nooruddin Azizi, has arrived in New Delhi for a five-day visit aimed at strengthening economic and trade cooperation. He is expected to meet Indian ministers, trade officials and industry leaders as both sides explore areas of commercial partnership. The visit comes at a sensitive time, with Afghanistan and Pakistan engaged

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Trump Signs Bill Releasing Epstein Investigation Files

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

Donald Trump signed the Epstein Files Transparency Act into law on 19 November 2025. The measure mandates the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) to publish all unclassified records related to the investigation of Jeffrey Epstein within 30 days, subject only to redactions for victim privacy and ongoing prosecutions. Congressional Approval The bill passed the […]

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Pakistan Warns of Possible War With India

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has said that the country “cannot rule out an all-out war” with India and claimed that Pakistan’s armed forces remain on “full alert.” He stated that Islamabad neither trusts New Delhi nor dismisses the possibility of hostile actions, including alleged cross-border strategies and regional destabilisation attempts. Background to

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Piyush Goyal to Visit Israel to Review Trade and Investment Ties

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is scheduled to travel to Israel from 20 to 22 November 2025, leading a delegation of around 60 business representatives. The visit aims to deepen cooperation with Israel in trade, technology and investment. Multiple high-level meetings are planned with senior Israeli ministers and business leaders to chart the […]

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Hasina’s Son Accuses Biden Administration of Funding Bangladesh Unrest

By BPN News Desk November 19, 2025

Sajeeb Wazed, son of former Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, has publicly accused the previous U.S. administration of spending “millions of dollars” through USAID to foment regime change in Bangladesh during the 2024 protests. He claimed that the unrest was not purely domestic, citing U.S. involvement in protest funding and strategy using terms such as […]

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Ronaldo Attends White House Dinner With Trump and Saudi Prince

By BPN News Desk November 19, 2025

Cristiano Ronaldo attended a prestigious dinner hosted by Donald Trump at the White House, in honour of Mohammed bin Salman during the Saudi Crown Prince’s visit to the United States. The event featured a star-studded guest list including leading business figures and sports personalities. Ronaldo was seated prominently in the East Room alongside major dignitaries […]

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Bangladesh Seeks Interpol Help To Extradite Sheikh Hasina

By BPN News Desk November 19, 2025

Bangladesh’s Home Minister Asaduzzaman Khan has confirmed that Dhaka has sought assistance from Interpol to extradite former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, who is currently in India. The development comes days after a Bangladeshi court sentenced Hasina to death in a case related to the deaths of protesters during the 2018 student quota agitation. Dhaka maintains […]