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US Threatens Higher Tariffs Over Russian Oil Purchases, Calls for EU Support

By BPN News Desk August 14, 2025

The United States has issued a strong warning to India, cautioning that secondary tariffs could be increased if New Delhi continues to import Russian oil in large quantities. The message comes ahead of the high-stakes U.S.-Russia summit scheduled for August 15 in Alaska. Warning Issued by US Treasury U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that […]

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Trump Warns “Very Severe Consequences” Ahead of Summit

By BPN News Desk August 14, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that there will be “very severe consequences” if Russian President Vladimir Putin does not agree to end the war in Ukraine following their summit scheduled for August 15 in Alaska. Trump’s Statement Before the Summit Trump made the remarks during a virtual meeting with European leaders, including Ukrainian President […]

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Chinese Foreign Minister to Visit India on August 18

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is expected to visit India next week for talks with National Security Advisor Ajit Doval on August 18. These discussions fall under the Special Representative mechanism focused on resolving boundary issues and broader bilateral relations. Timing and Diplomatic Context The visit comes ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s trip to […]

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US Report: India ‘Minimal Steps’, Pakistan ‘Rarely Acts’ on Rights Abuses

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

The latest U.S. State Department human rights report has criticized both India and Pakistan for insufficient action against rights violations. It states that India took “minimal credible steps” to address abuses committed by officials, while Pakistan “rarely took credible steps” to act against such misconduct. The report, shorter and less detailed than previous versions,

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Jaishankar to Visit Russia for Talks on August 21

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will travel to Moscow on August 21 for talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. The visit follows National Security Advisor Ajit Doval’s recent trip to Russia and comes ahead of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s anticipated visit to India later this year. Strategic Partnership Amid U.S. Tensions The trip highlights […]

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U.S. Department of Justice: George Washington University Violated Civil Rights in Antisemitism Case

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

The U.S. Department of Justice has determined that George Washington University violated federal civil rights law by being “deliberately indifferent” to antisemitic harassment during pro-Palestinian protests on campus last year. The finding comes with a deadline of August 22 for the university to agree to a voluntary resolution to address the violations. Assistant Attorney

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China, U.S. Trade Accusations After Destroyer Passes Shoal

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

China’s military said it “drove away” the U.S. destroyer USS Higgins after it entered waters near the disputed Scarborough Shoal without Beijing’s consent. Chinese authorities claimed the move violated their sovereignty and risked destabilizing the region. U.S. Asserts Freedom of Navigation The U.S. Navy rejected the allegation, stating the USS Higgins was conducting a

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Former South Korean First Lady Arrested, Party HQ Raided

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

Former First Lady Kim Keon-Hee, wife of impeached ex-President Yoon Suk-Yeol, has been arrested on multiple corruption-related charges, including stock manipulation, bribery, and influencing party candidate selections. The arrest follows a court-approved warrant citing the risk of evidence tampering after prosecutors submitted an extensive dossier outlining her alleged

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Putin and Kim Align Before Trump–Putin Summit

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un to brief him on the upcoming meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump in Alaska. The call took place three days before the summit, which is expected to focus on potential steps toward a ceasefire in Ukraine. Putin outlined the planned agenda and reaffirmed […]

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Europe and Ukraine to Brief Trump Before Putin Meeting

By BPN News Desk August 13, 2025

European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will hold a virtual meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance today. The discussion comes ahead of Trump’s scheduled summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin this Friday in Alaska. Unified Push to Defend Ukraine’s Interests The talks are expected to focus on ensuring Ukraine’s […]