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Russia Bombs Kyiv With 595 Drones, 48 Missiles In 12-Hour Attack

By BPN News Desk September 28, 2025

Russia launched a major aerial strike on Ukraine early Sunday, firing 595 drones and 48 missiles overnight, in what officials say was one of its most intense attacks so far. Ukrainian air defenses intercepted 568 drones and 43 missiles, though several got through. Civilian casualties and damage At least four civilians died, including a 12-year-old, […]

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United Nations, Divided World: When UNGA Became a Theatre of Hypocrisy

By BPN News Desk September 28, 2025

The 80th UN General Assembly was meant to be the world’s grand stage for diplomacy and cooperation, but what unfolded was closer to a travelling circus. Leaders arrived not with solutions but with scripts written for domestic applause. The world is facing urgent crises — from Gaza’s devastation to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, from Pakistan’s […]

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Peace Requires Diplomats, Not Dramatists: Why Zelensky Must Tone Down the Theatrics

By BPN News Desk September 27, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s recent warning to Russia — “end war or find bomb shelters” — sounded less like the words of a wartime statesman and more like a line lifted from a Hollywood script. It was a reminder that Zelenskyy, once an actor and comedian, still leans heavily on his background in performance to […]

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Kremlin Says Russia Is A Real Bear

By BPN News Desk September 25, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump, speaking after meeting Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky, described Russia as a “paper tiger.” He claimed the country was struggling economically and urged Ukraine to reclaim all territory seized by Russia. Russia’s Strong Rebuttal The Kremlin quickly rejected Trump’s comment. Spokesperson Dmitry Peskov stated Russia is “not a tiger” but

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Trump Says Ukraine Can Reclaim All Territory

By BPN News Desk September 24, 2025

At the UN, U.S. President Donald Trump said he now believes Ukraine can recover all land lost to Russia, especially with backing from NATO and the European Union. This marks a clear change from his earlier views, which often suggested territorial concessions. Conditions for Recovery Trump emphasized that time, patience, and financial support from Europe […]

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Trump Backs NATO Downing Russian Jets

By BPN News Desk September 24, 2025

During a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the UN, U.S. President Donald Trump asserted that NATO countries should shoot down Russian aircraft if they violate their airspace. He responded “Yes I do” when asked whether NATO should take such action. Scope and Limits Trump stopped short of committing U.S. forces directly. He framed […]

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Trump Warns Putin After Russian Jets Breach Estonia

By BPN News Desk September 21, 2025

Three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets entered Estonian airspace near Vaindloo Island for around 12 minutes on 19 September 2025, according to Estonian officials. The aircraft reportedly flew without a filed flight plan, kept their transponders off, and failed to communicate with air traffic control. Russian Response The Russian Defense Ministry rejected the claim, stating that

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Estonia Invokes NATO After Russian Jets Airspace Breach

By BPN News Desk September 20, 2025

Estonian authorities say three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets breached Estonia’s airspace near Vaindloo Island in the Gulf of Finland and stayed inside for around 12 minutes without proper flight plans or transponder signals. Estonia called it an “unprecedentedly brazen” violation. NATO Consultation Invoked In response to the breach, Estonia has triggered consultations under

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EU Seeks Deeper India Ties but Raises Russia Concerns

By BPN News Desk September 18, 2025

The European Commission has announced plans to strengthen its partnership with India in trade, defence, technology, and climate. These measures are part of a strategy to move EU-India relations to the “next level.” Free Trade Deal by Year-End Negotiations are underway to finalise a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) by the end of 2025. The pact […]

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EU to Propose Faster Russian Energy Phase-Out

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said the EU will put forward a proposal to speed up the reduction of Russian fossil fuel imports. The move comes after a call with U.S. President Donald Trump focused on increasing economic pressure on Russia. Original vs. New Timelines The EU had earlier planned to end imports […]