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France Says Lebanon Must Be In Ceasefire

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2026

France has said the ceasefire between Iran and the United States must also apply to Lebanon, warning that continued Israeli military action there could weaken the fragile truce. The statement came as French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot condemned what he described as “massive” Israeli strikes carried out a day earlier and called for a broader […]

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Mark Rutte Says Trump Is Disappointed With NATO

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2026

Trump renewed his criticism of NATO after a closed-door White House meeting with alliance chief Mark Rutte, with Rutte later saying the U.S. president was “clearly disappointed” with several allies. The remarks came amid growing divisions inside the alliance over support during the Iran conflict and have intensified questions about the future of transatlantic unity. […]

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Hezbollah Fires Rockets At Northern Israel

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2026

Hezbollah said it fired rockets at northern Israel early Thursday, claiming the attack was a response to what it described as repeated Israeli violations of a ceasefire arrangement. The group said the strike targeted the Manara settlement, while Israeli media reported that one rocket launched from Lebanon was intercepted. Hezbollah Rockets Fired At Northern Israel […]

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Syria Condemns Israeli Attacks In Lebanon

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2026

Syria has condemned Israel’s latest attacks in Lebanon, calling them a violation of international law, international humanitarian law and the UN Charter. The statement came after one of the deadliest days in the current phase of the Israel-Hezbollah conflict, with Lebanese authorities reporting at least 254 people killed in a wave of strikes across the […]

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Trump Slams NATO, Revives Greenland Threat

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2026

Trump sharply criticised NATO after the alliance declined to join the U.S.-Israel military campaign against Iran, escalating tensions with European allies and reviving his threat over Greenland. The latest remarks added to growing strain within the transatlantic alliance after the Iran conflict exposed major differences over military support and regional strategy. Trump

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India, Bangladesh Move To Deepen Ties

By BPN News Desk April 9, 2026

India and Bangladesh have agreed to engage constructively with each other’s new political leadership and work towards strengthening bilateral ties after a period of strain in the relationship. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar conveyed India’s position during talks in New Delhi with Bangladesh Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman. India Bangladesh Ties Get Fresh Push The

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France Moves 129 Tonnes Of Gold From New York

By BPN News Desk April 8, 2026

France has completed the transfer of 129 tonnes of gold that had been linked to holdings in New York, in a move that has drawn attention far beyond the bullion market. The operation was not just about location. It was also part of a broader effort by the Banque de France to modernise its reserve […]

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Trump Credits China In US Iran Ceasefire

By BPN News Desk April 8, 2026

China has emerged as a quiet but important player in the temporary US-Iran ceasefire, with President Donald Trump suggesting that Beijing helped push Tehran toward negotiations. The development highlights how China, despite staying publicly cautious, may have used its economic and diplomatic links with Iran to encourage a pause in the conflict. China Linked To […]

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India Welcomes Ceasefire, Eyes Hormuz Flow

By BPN News Desk April 8, 2026

India has welcomed the US-Iran ceasefire and said it expects the Strait of Hormuz to return to normal commercial use, underlining New Delhi’s concern over the impact of the conflict on energy supplies and trade. The statement reflects India’s broader position that de-escalation and diplomacy are essential to restoring stability in West Asia. India Welcomes […]

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Mojtaba Linked To Last-Minute US-Iran Deal

By BPN News Desk April 8, 2026

A last-minute US-Iran ceasefire deal was reportedly sealed shortly before President Donald Trump’s deadline expired, with fresh reports claiming that Mojtaba Khamenei played a key role in pushing Tehran toward an agreement. The development adds a new layer to the truce narrative by suggesting that internal Iranian decision-making shifted at the final stage of the […]