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Israel Mobilizes 60,000 Reservists for Gaza City Offensive

By BPN News Desk August 21, 2025

Israel has announced a major expansion of its military campaign in Gaza City. Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed that around 60,000 reservists will be mobilized, while an additional 20,000 reservists currently serving will have their deployment extended. The decision marks the formal launch of Operation Gideon’s Chariots II, aimed at dismantling Hamas’ control in

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China to Showcase High-Tech Weapons in Victory Parade

By BPN News Desk August 20, 2025

China will hold a massive military parade in Beijing on September 3, 2025, to mark 80 years since Japan’s surrender in World War II. The “Victory Day” parade—only the second since 2015—will be staged at Tiananmen Square with international leaders expected to attend, including Russian President Vladimir Putin. President Xi Jinping will oversee the ceremony. […]

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White House Launches TikTok Account Featuring Trump’s “I Am Your Voice” Message

By BPN News Desk August 20, 2025

The White House has officially launched an account on the popular video platform TikTok, despite ongoing legal and security concerns surrounding the app. In its first post, President Trump’s voice-over declares, “I am your voice,” with the caption, “America, we are BACK! What’s up TikTok?” The launch reflects a strategic shift toward engaging more directly […]

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China Buys 15 Russian Oil Cargoes as India Steps Back

By BPN News Desk August 20, 2025

China has secured 15 shipments of Russian Urals crude for delivery in October and November 2025. Each cargo is estimated to hold between 700,000 and 1 million barrels. The move comes as Indian refiners reduce their imports of Russian oil, leaving an opening for Chinese buyers to take advantage of discounted rates. India’s Import Decline […]

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Netanyahu Scorns Australian PM as “Weak” Amid Strained Ties

By BPN News Desk August 20, 2025

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lashed out at Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, calling him “a weak politician” who “betrayed Israel and abandoned Australia’s Jews.” The remarks came after Canberra announced it would formally recognize a Palestinian state and withdrew the visa of an Israeli lawmaker. In retaliation, Israel revoked visas of Australian

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Russia Assures India Amid U.S. Tariff Pressure

By BPN News Desk August 20, 2025

Russia has assured India that it will help absorb Indian exports struggling to enter the United States after Washington imposed steep tariffs on a wide range of goods. The move comes at a time when New Delhi faces pressure due to its continued imports of Russian oil, which has triggered trade tensions with Washington. Alternative […]

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Switzerland and Austria Offer to Host Peace Talks Between Putin and Zelenskyy

By BPN News Desk August 20, 2025

Switzerland and Austria have both expressed readiness to host peace negotiations between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis confirmed that, in exceptional circumstances such as a peace summit, Switzerland may set aside its obligations under an arrest warrant issued by the International

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Trump Rules Out U.S. Troops in Ukraine, Eyes Air Support

By BPN News Desk August 20, 2025

President Donald Trump confirmed that the U.S. would not deploy ground troops in Ukraine, offering his personal assurance to that effect. He made the statement in a Fox News interview following a high-level summit with European leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Washington. Air Support Option Left Open While ruling out boots on the […]

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India and China to Resume Flights and Border Trade

By BPN News Desk August 20, 2025

India and China have agreed to restart direct passenger flights between the two countries. The decision was announced during Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s visit to New Delhi. Air services were suspended in 2020 following the Galwan Valley clash and pandemic restrictions, leaving business and student communities dependent on third-country transit routes. Border Trade

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Trump Doubled Tariff on India to Pressure Russia – White House

By BPN News Desk August 20, 2025

The White House announced that President Donald Trump has increased import tariffs on Indian goods—to a total of 50%—as part of efforts to apply economic pressure on Russia amid the conflict in Ukraine. The move, delivered by Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, is described as a strategy to exert “secondary pressure” on Moscow by targeting its […]