From Calling Somalis Garbage to Stealing Oil at Sea: America’s Piracy Rebrand Under Trump

By BPN News Desk December 15, 2025

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Once upon a time, Donald Trump looked at Somalia and decided the problem was Somalis. He did not bother with history, colonial plunder, illegal fishing, or toxic waste dumping. He did not bother with context. He just reached for the nearest insult and called an entire people “garbage.” The

International

Belarus Frees 123 Prisoners After US Eases Sanctions

By BPN News Desk December 14, 2025

Belarus has released 123 prisoners following a decision by the United States to ease certain sanctions, marking a rare moment of diplomatic movement between the two countries. The releases were carried out through presidential pardons approved by President Alexander Lukashenko, according to official statements from Minsk. Prisoner Release Linked to Diplomatic Talks The

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Breaking Down The News: How the U.S. Peace Deal Gives Russia a Bigger Win Than the Battlefield Did

By BPN News Desk November 22, 2025

The draft 28 point peace plan pushed by the United States is being sold as a “balanced compromise” to end the Russia Ukraine war. But when you strip away the diplomatic language and look at what is actually written, the structure of the agreement hands Moscow a package of gains that it has not fully […]

International

US Sanctions Indian Firms Over Iran Oil Trade

By BPN News Desk November 21, 2025

The United States has sanctioned several India-based companies and individuals for allegedly helping facilitate the sale and transport of Iranian petroleum products. The action is part of Washington’s ongoing effort to curb Iran’s oil revenues, which it says are used to support regional proxies and military programmes. Entities Named In The Action According to the […]

International

US, UK, Australia Sanction Russian Cyber Firm Media Land

By BPN News Desk November 20, 2025

The United States, United Kingdom and Australia have announced coordinated sanctions against Russia-based web infrastructure provider Media Land. Officials allege the company offered “bulletproof hosting” services that helped cybercriminal groups carry out ransomware attacks on critical institutions across multiple countries. What The Sanctions Target The sanctions include

International

Trump Open to Sanctioning Russia Trade Partners Including India

By BPN News Desk November 17, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated that he would support legislation aimed at imposing sanctions on countries that continue to trade with Russia, suggesting that nations such as India could be affected. He stated the move is designed to pressure Russia by targeting its economic partners and restricting their business interactions with Moscow. What Was […]

International

US Sanctions 32 Entities Over Iran Missile Programme

By BPN News Desk November 13, 2025

The United States Department of the Treasury has imposed sanctions on 32 individuals and entities across eight countries—namely Iran, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Türkiye, China, Hong Kong, India, Germany and Ukraine—accused of aiding Iran’s ballistic missile and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) production. The move targets procurement networks that funnel key components

International

US-Syria Talks: Historic White House Meeting

By BPN News Desk November 11, 2025

On 10 November 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump welcomed Syrian President Ahmed al‑Sharaa to the White House in what is reported as the first visit by a Syrian head of state to Washington since Syria gained independence. This meeting marks a significant shift in U.S.-Syria relations. First-of-its-kind Encounter Al-Sharaa arrived at the White House for […]

International

UN Lifts Sanctions on Syria’s President and Interior Minister

By BPN News Desk November 7, 2025

The United Nations Security Council voted on Thursday to remove sanctions on Syrian President Ahmed al‑Sharaa and Interior Minister Anas Khattab after adopting a U.S.-drafted resolution with 14 votes in favour and one abstention by China. The decision means both officials are no longer subject to asset freezes or travel bans under the UN’s ISIL/Al-Qaida […]

Cricket Sports

Three Players Sanctioned After Asia Cup 2025 Heat-up

By BPN News Desk November 5, 2025

The Asia Cup 2025 (Sept 9–28) disciplinary panel of the International Cricket Council (ICC) has punished three key players following heated matches between India national cricket team and Pakistan national cricket team. Pakistani fast bowler Haris Rauf has been handed a two-match suspension for accumulating four demerit points after two separate breaches of Article 2.21