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Russia to Cut Military Spending from Next Year, Says Putin

By BPN News Desk June 28, 2025

Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a strategic pivot: starting next year, Russia will begin reducing its military spending over a three-year period. This decision marks a significant shift at a time when NATO countries are increasing defense budgets to around 5% of GDP. Putin contrasted Russia’s approach with that of NATO, accusing Western governments

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Iran Condemns Trump’s Remarks on Khamenei, Demands Respect for Talks

By BPN News Desk June 28, 2025

Iran’s Foreign Ministry has issued a stern rebuke of U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent remarks concerning Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, calling them “disrespectful and condemnable.” Iranian officials have made it clear that such statements are unacceptable and jeopardize the prospects of any future negotiations between the two countries. Foreign Minister Abbas

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Jaishankar Thanks Iran for Assisting Indian Evacuation

By BPN News Desk June 28, 2025

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has expressed gratitude to his Iranian counterpart for Iran’s support in safely evacuating Indian nationals amid ongoing tensions in the region. The diplomatic acknowledgment was made during a formal communication and signals India’s continued emphasis on proactive and responsive foreign policy in safeguarding its citizens abroad.

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US Supreme Court Limits Judicial Power Over Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order

By BPN News Desk June 28, 2025

The U.S. Supreme Court has issued a pivotal decision curbing the power of lower federal judges to immediately block President Donald Trump’s executive order aimed at revoking birthright citizenship for children born in the country to non-citizens. The ruling instructs courts to refrain from issuing nationwide injunctions against the policy until appellate courts complete

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India in Final Push for Trade Deal as July 9 Deadline Looms

By BPN News Desk June 27, 2025

A senior Indian delegation led by chief negotiator Rajesh Aggarwal is in Washington, DC, in a last-ditch effort to finalize a limited trade agreement with the United States ahead of the July 9 tariff deadline. The ongoing talks are being held under heightened urgency as the temporary 90-day suspension of reciprocal tariffs nears expiry. Without […]

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US Floats $30 Billion Civilian Nuclear Deal for Iran, Demands Zero Enrichment

By BPN News Desk June 27, 2025

The United States has proposed a sweeping $30 billion civilian nuclear energy deal for Iran, conditioned on Tehran fully halting uranium enrichment activities. The proposal, put forth by the Trump administration, seeks to de-escalate tensions following recent military strikes and aims to re-engage Iran through an economic and energy-based incentive, backed by U.S. and Gulf

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Rubio and Pakistan PM Sharif Pledge to Work for Durable Peace in West Asia

By BPN News Desk June 27, 2025

In a significant diplomatic exchange, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a telephone conversation with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to discuss the evolving security situation in West Asia and prospects for lasting peace between Iran and Israel. The conversation focused on both countries’ commitment to regional stability, with a particular emphasis on

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Iran Says “No Promise” on Nuclear Talks After U.S. Strikes, Diplomacy Hits Snags

By BPN News Desk June 27, 2025

Iran has categorically denied any commitment to resuming nuclear talks with the United States in the near future, declaring that “no promise has been made” and “no time has been set” for negotiations. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that recent U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities have “seriously complicated” the diplomatic landscape, delaying any potential

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US–China Agree to Expedite Rare Earth Exports to US

By BPN News Desk June 27, 2025

The United States and China have reached a key agreement to expedite shipments of rare earth minerals from China to the US. The deal, finalized following trade talks in Geneva, aims to remove non-tariff barriers and streamline licensing procedures to facilitate smoother exports of critical minerals essential for electronics, defense, renewable energy, and EV sectors. […]

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Khamenei Evaded Targeted Israeli Strike by Going Underground

By BPN News Desk June 27, 2025

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei narrowly escaped a targeted assassination attempt during the recent 12-day conflict by retreating into a heavily fortified underground bunker and cutting off all communications with his top commanders. The revelation, made by Israeli defence officials, sheds light on a secretive and high-stakes chapter of the escalating