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Pakistan has said negotiations between the United States and Iran remain “ongoing” despite a sharp escalation in military attacks across the Middle East. Islamabad said it was continuing diplomatic efforts to restore talks under the memorandum of understanding signed by Washington and Tehran in June. Pakistan Pushes for US-Iran Talks Foreign Ministry spokesperson Tahir
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India is preparing to host Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin in New Delhi for the BRICS Summit scheduled for September 12 and 13. Putin’s participation has been confirmed, while Xi is expected to attend, although Beijing has not formally announced his visit. India Prepares for BRICS Summit 2026 Government agencies are […]
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Iraq has condemned joint United States and Saudi Arabian airstrikes against Iran-aligned armed groups, describing the operation as a violation of its sovereignty. The strikes targeted Popular Mobilisation Forces facilities across several Iraqi provinces and reportedly killed at least 20 fighters. Iraq Condemns US-Saudi Airstrikes Iraq’s National Security Council held an
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A Russian ballistic missile attack on Kyiv killed at least one person early Thursday, as explosions and fires were reported across the Ukrainian capital. Separate strikes in western Ukraine injured several people and prompted neighbouring Poland to activate military aircraft. Russian Ballistic Missiles Strike Kyiv Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko said emergency crews were
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Pakistan Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has described protesters in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir as “enemies” comparable to India and ruled out dialogue with them. His remarks came amid deadly clashes between demonstrators and security forces following a long march towards Muzaffarabad. Khawaja Asif Rules Out Protester Talks Asif said Pakistan’s government would not negotiate
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The United States has resumed airstrikes against targets inside Iran following Tehran’s attempted ballistic missile attack on American forces in Jordan. The renewed military action ended a brief pause intended to create space for diplomatic negotiations. US Launches Retaliatory Strikes on Iran The US military said its forces began striking Iranian targets at 8 pm […]
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has asked US President Donald Trump and American senators for additional anti-ballistic missile systems and interceptors. Kyiv says its existing defences can counter many combat drones but remain insufficient against ballistic missile attacks. Zelenskyy Seeks Anti-Ballistic Missile Systems Zelenskyy raised Ukraine’s defence
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Iran and Ukraine have agreed to avoid further escalation following a Ukrainian strike on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea. The incident killed one sailor and prompted Tehran to demand compensation for the damage and loss of life. Iran and Ukraine Hold Direct Talks Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Ukrainian Foreign Minister […]
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India has criticised the continued deadlock over United Nations Security Council reform, saying the process cannot remain hostage to the narrow and divisive interests of a small group of countries. New Delhi called for genuine negotiations, clear timelines and comprehensive expansion of the global body. India Criticises UNSC Reform Deadlock India’s Permanent Representative
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Thirteen Indian seafarers are stranded aboard a cargo vessel at Ukraine’s Chornomorsk port as missile and drone attacks continue near the Black Sea facility. Maritime authorities have said all crew members are currently safe, although their union has called for urgent repatriation. Indian Seafarers Stranded at Chornomorsk Port The Tanzanian-flagged general cargo vessel MV