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Pakistan, Saudi Arabia Back US-Iran Talks

By BPN News Desk
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia have backed continued dialogue between the United States and Iran, stressing that diplomacy must remain the central path in efforts to stabilise the region and protect the peace process from disruption. Pakistan Saudi Arabia Support US Iran Dialogue Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a telephone conversation with Saudi Crown Prince […]
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Israeli Strikes Kill 47 In Lebanon

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Israeli airstrikes and bombardments killed at least 47 people and wounded 97 others in Lebanon on Friday, as a renewed ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah was set to come into effect after a sharp escalation along the border. Israeli Strikes In Lebanon Kill 47 Lebanese authorities said the latest toll from Friday’s Israeli attacks included […]
Vivek Agarwal
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India Gets First FATF Vice-Presidency

By BPN News Desk
India will hold the Vice-Presidency of the Financial Action Task Force for the first time, with senior IAS officer Vivek Aggarwal appointed to the post for the July 2026-June 2027 term. India FATF Vice-Presidency Marks First Vivek Aggarwal, a 1994-batch Indian Administrative Service officer of the Madhya Pradesh cadre, has been elected and appointed Vice-President […]
Vikram Misri
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India-UK FTA To Begin From July 15

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The India-UK Free Trade Agreement will come into force on July 15, with Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri describing the pact as a major step that goes beyond trade and technology to deepen ties between the two countries. India UK FTA To Begin From July 15 The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement is set to […]
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US-Iran Talks Resume In Switzerland

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US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi were headed to Switzerland for talks aimed at advancing a wider regional agreement, after a ceasefire in Lebanon revived diplomatic efforts linked to the interim US-Iran pact. US-Iran Switzerland Talks Gain Momentum The discussions are expected to focus on turning the temporary US-Iran understanding into
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Italy PM Meloni Rejects Trump Photo Claim

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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has rejected US President Donald Trump’s claim that she had “begged” him for a photo at the G7 summit in France, calling the account completely fabricated. The remarks have triggered a fresh diplomatic row between Rome and Washington, deepening strains between two leaders once seen as politically aligned. Meloni Rejects […]
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Israel-Lebanon Fighting Escalates

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Lebanon reported at least 18 deaths in Israeli strikes on Friday, while Israel said four of its soldiers were killed in attacks by Hezbollah. The escalation has raised fresh concerns over the fragile security situation along the Israel-Lebanon border and the wider impact on regional diplomacy. Israeli Strikes In Lebanon Israeli forces carried out a […]
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India Slams Pakistan At UNHRC

By BPN News Desk
India has delivered a sharp response to Pakistan at the United Nations Human Rights Council, accusing Islamabad of nurturing terrorism and attempting to divert attention from its internal failures. New Delhi also raised the situation in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, saying Pakistan should address unrest under its control instead of making allegations against India. India
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US-Iran Peace Talks Called Off

By BPN News Desk
US-Iran peace talks planned in Switzerland were called off on Friday, raising fresh doubts over the durability of a proposed truce in West Asia. The cancellation came after US Vice President JD Vance dropped plans to travel for the negotiations, which were expected to focus on implementing an interim framework between Washington and Tehran. US-Iran […]
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Oil Volatile As Hormuz Supply Resumes

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Oil prices remained volatile on Friday as traders weighed renewed crude movement through the Strait of Hormuz against continuing uncertainty over the US-Iran truce. The market reaction showed that energy investors remain cautious despite signs of supply routes gradually reopening. Oil Prices Move On Hormuz Supply Oil initially came under pressure after supplies started