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Trump Says Kim Responded to US Outreach

By BPN News Desk
US President Donald Trump has said North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has responded to his efforts to reopen communication, while again defending his personal relationship with the North Korean leader. Trump, however, did not disclose when or how Kim responded or confirm details of any recent direct conversation. Trump Says Kim Responded to US […]
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Trump Cites India in Push for Mandatory Voter ID

By BPN News Desk
US President Donald Trump has cited India’s electoral system while renewing his push for nationwide voter identification requirements in the United States. Trump pointed to India’s large electorate, photo identification requirements and limited use of postal ballots while arguing for tighter election rules in the US. Trump Cites India’s Voter ID System Trump referred to
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Iran Army Offers $30,000 Bounty on US Troops

By BPN News Desk
Iran’s Army chief General Amir Hatami has announced a reward equivalent to around $30,000 for anyone who kills or captures and hands over a US military member, with the amount doubled to approximately $60,000 if carried out by an Iranian woman. The announcement comes amid heightened military tensions between Tehran and Washington. Iran Army Announces […]
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Trump Backs Saudi-Turkiye-Pakistan Defence Pact

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US President Donald Trump has welcomed the new defence agreement between Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan, describing it as a “big, bold and important first step” towards stronger regional security. The three countries signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement on August 7, establishing a collective defence framework. Trump Backs Saudi-Turkiye-Pakistan Defence Pact Trump
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Indian Students in US Hit 29-Month Low

By BPN News Desk
The number of Indian students in the United States has fallen to a 29-month low, with 338,230 students recorded in July 2026. The decline has continued for 10 consecutive months amid tighter visa scrutiny, processing delays and changing US immigration policies. Indian Students in US Fall to 29-Month Low The Indian student population in the […]
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Russian Missile Hits ArcelorMittal Ukraine Plant

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A Russian missile strike has hit the ArcelorMittal Kryvyi Rih steel plant in central Ukraine, killing two people and injuring at least 13 others. The attack damaged key production facilities and forced the company to partially suspend operations at one of Ukraine’s largest steelmaking complexes. Russian Missile Hits ArcelorMittal Ukraine Plant The strike hit the […]
South Korea
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Trump Orders Cut in South Korea Military Drills

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US President Donald Trump has ordered the Pentagon to substantially reduce upcoming joint military exercises with South Korea, citing their cost and his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. The decision came shortly before the annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises were due to begin. Trump Orders Cut in US-South Korea Military Drills Trump […]
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Five Injured in Virginia State University Shooting

By BPN News Desk
Five people were injured in a shooting at Virginia State University in the United States early Saturday, prompting authorities to place the campus under lockdown. One victim remains in critical condition, while four others suffered injuries described as non-life-threatening. Virginia State University Shooting Injures Five Police responded shortly before 1:30 a.m. on August
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USS George Washington Leaves Pacific for Mideast

By BPN News Desk
The USS George Washington, the United States’ only forward-deployed aircraft carrier in the western Pacific, is moving toward the Middle East, temporarily leaving the region without a US aircraft carrier as Washington shifts naval resources to meet operational demands elsewhere. USS George Washington Leaves Western Pacific The nuclear-powered USS George Washington and its