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US Labels India, Pakistan, China Among Drug Transit Countries

By BPN News Desk September 18, 2025

In a “Presidential Determination” submitted to the U.S. Congress, President Donald Trump named 23 countries as major drug transit or illicit drug-producing nations. Among them are India, Pakistan, China, Afghanistan, and Burma (Myanmar). Reasoning Behind the Designation The determination states that these countries are involved in manufacturing or distribution of illicit

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University of California Students & Staff Sue Trump Admin Over Funding Freeze

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

Faculty, staff, students and labor unions from the University of California system have sued the Trump administration in federal court. They challenge the freeze on federal research funds, alleging the suspension violates academic freedom and free speech. Funds Frozen The lawsuit cites over $584 million frozen at UCLA due to probes into alleged antisemitism, civil […]

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Trump Says TikTok Deal Reached, Will Talk to Xi

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump said a framework agreement has been reached with China regarding TikTok’s operations in America. He added that he will speak with Chinese President Xi Jinping on Friday to finalise the deal. Talks & Key Details Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that the framework was part of trade negotiations conducted recently in […]

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Trump Wishes Modi Happy Birthday, Modi Affirms US Tie

By BPN News Desk September 17, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump phoned Prime Minister Narendra Modi to wish him a happy 75th birthday. The call was received personally by Modi, who expressed gratitude for Trump’s warm wishes. Modi’s Response & Message Following the call, Prime Minister Modi posted on X (formerly Twitter): “Thank you, my friend, President Trump, for your phone call […]

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Shehbaz Sharif Likely to Meet Trump at UNGA on Sept 25

By BPN News Desk September 16, 2025

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is expected to travel to the United States on September 22 to attend the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session in New York. Sources say that a meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump on the UNGA sidelines is likely. Date for Meeting Reports indicate that the meeting is being arranged […]

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Trump Sues NYT for $15B for Defamation

By BPN News Desk September 16, 2025

US President Donald Trump has filed a $15 billion defamation and libel lawsuit against The New York Times, four of its journalists, and Penguin Random House. The complaint claims various articles and a book published before the 2024 U.S. election contain false statements and distortions that harmed Trump’s reputation. Key Claims The suit accuses the […]

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Trump Says He Wasn’t Told of Qatar Strike Early

By BPN News Desk September 16, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump said he was not informed in advance by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu about the airstrike in Doha, Qatar, which targeted Hamas leaders. Trump claimed that he found out only after missiles had already been launched. Conflicting Reports An Axios report said that Israeli officials told Trump earlier on the morning […]

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Trump Says TikTok Deal Framework Reached

By BPN News Desk September 16, 2025

US President Donald Trump said a framework agreement has been reached with China over the future of TikTok. He announced that he will speak to Chinese President Xi Jinping this Friday to finalise the deal. What Is Known So Far Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirmed that the two countries have made progress in trade talks […]

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Trump to Arrive in UK Amid Keir Starmer’s Political Strain

By BPN News Desk September 16, 2025

President Donald Trump will land in the United Kingdom today for his second state visit. The visit will be officially hosted by King Charles III, with a ceremonial welcome at Windsor Castle. Meetings and Diplomacy Among the key events scheduled are a state banquet, a meeting with Prime Minister Keir Starmer at Chequers, and discussions […]

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Trump Urges Europe to Stop Buying Russian Oil

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump criticised European countries for continuing to import oil from Russia despite the Ukraine war. He said their sanctions lacked strength and called for tougher action to match U.S. efforts. Trump’s Key Remarks Trump stated that Europe’s ongoing purchases of Russian oil were “not acceptable.” He urged NATO and EU nations to […]