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US Urges Citizens To Leave Iran Ahead Of Talks

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

The United States Virtual Embassy for Iran has advised American citizens to leave the country immediately ahead of expected diplomatic talks between Washington and Tehran, citing heightened security concerns and limited consular assistance inside Iran. US Advisory For Citizens In Iran The advisory warned that US nationals in Iran face increased risk due to regional […]

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Russian Military Intelligence Officer Shot In Moscow

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

A senior officer linked to Russian military intelligence was shot and wounded in Moscow, prompting a security investigation in the capital. Authorities said the incident occurred in a residential area and the officer was hospitalised with non-fatal injuries. Russian Military Intelligence Officer Shot The victim, identified as a deputy chief within Russia’s military

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EAM Jaishankar Says India US Deal Near Completion

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said the ongoing India-US deal negotiations have entered a new phase and are expected to be completed soon, indicating progress in discussions covering strategic and economic cooperation. India US Deal Negotiation Progress Jaishankar stated that talks between the two countries have moved forward significantly, with both sides working

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Explosion At Islamabad Shia Hall Causes Casualties

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

A powerful explosion struck a Shia gathering hall in Islamabad, Pakistan, causing multiple casualties and injuries. Emergency services rushed to the site and shifted the wounded to nearby hospitals as authorities sealed off the area and began an investigation. Islamabad Shia Meeting Hall Explosion The blast occurred during a religious gathering, damaging the building and

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US Treasury Scott Bessent Revises View On Tariffs And Inflation

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said he was mistaken in earlier comments suggesting tariffs would significantly drive inflation, stating updated economic data showed a more limited price impact than previously expected. Scott Bessent Revises Tariff Inflation View Bessent clarified that earlier assessments overstated the inflationary effect of tariffs on consumer

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Keir Starmer Apologises Over Mandelson Appointment

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer issued an apology to victims connected to Jeffrey Epstein after acknowledging he had relied on assurances from Peter Mandelson before appointing him to a government role. The statement followed renewed scrutiny over past associations and vetting procedures. Keir Starmer Apology Over Mandelson Appointment Starmer said he regretted the decision

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New York City Hijab Day Post Sparks Political Debate

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

New York City officials faced public debate after a social media post linked to World Hijab Day was shared by the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs. The message prompted criticism online and drew a response from political figures, including Zohran Mamdani, who said he would speak out amid the controversy. World Hijab Day Post Triggers […]

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TrumpRx Website Launches To Cut Drug Prices

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

A new website called TrumpRx has launched in the United States with the stated aim of helping patients obtain prescription medicines at lower prices. The platform presents itself as a discount programme designed to connect users with reduced-cost medication options through participating pharmacies. TrumpRx Prescription Drug Discount Platform The website offers price

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Russia Ukraine Agree On Prisoner Swap

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

Russia and Ukraine concluded a new round of negotiations with an agreement to exchange prisoners, marking a limited humanitarian outcome despite no broader breakthrough in the conflict. Officials from both sides confirmed the swap would involve detained soldiers and civilians captured during ongoing fighting. Russia Ukraine Prisoner Swap Agreement Delegations met for talks

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Trump Rejects Nuclear Cap Extension Proposal of Russia

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

US President Donald Trump has rejected a proposal from Russia President Vladimir Putin to temporarily continue limits on strategic nuclear weapons deployments after the last remaining bilateral arms control treaty expired, signalling a shift toward negotiating a broader replacement agreement. New START treaty expiry and nuclear limits The New START treaty, signed in 2010,