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Ukraine Peace Talks 2026 – Understanding The Gap Between Washington And Kyiv

By BPN News Desk February 19, 2026

As the fourth anniversary of Russia full scale invasion looms the lakeside serenity of Geneva has become the backdrop for the most aggressive diplomatic push of the decade. While US President Donald Trump publicly demands that Kyiv move fast to secure a deal Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky is sounding an alarm that few in Washington […]

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Trump Signals Indirect Role In Iran Talks

By BPN News Desk February 17, 2026

US President Donald Trump said he expects to play an indirect role in potential negotiations involving Iran, signalling renewed diplomatic movement around the long-stalled nuclear discussions while keeping Washington formally at arm’s length. Trump Indirect Role In Iran Talks Speaking to reporters, Trump indicated the United States would not immediately enter direct

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$5 Billion Pledged For Gaza Reconstruction

By BPN News Desk February 16, 2026

US President Donald Trump said members of the Board of Peace have pledged financial support worth $5 billion for reconstruction efforts in Gaza as discussions continue on post-conflict stabilisation and humanitarian relief. Gaza Reconstruction Funding Pledge According to the announcement, the funds are intended for rebuilding housing, public infrastructure, and essential

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US Removes 25% Tariffs On Indian Goods from February 7

By BPN News Desk February 7, 2026

The United States (US) has decided to remove the additional 25 percent retaliatory tariffs imposed on several Indian goods, marking a fresh step toward easing trade tensions between the two countries. The change takes effect from February 7 and is expected to benefit multiple export sectors. US Removes Retaliatory Tariffs On Indian Goods The extra […]

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Trump Rejects Nuclear Cap Extension Proposal of Russia

By BPN News Desk February 6, 2026

US President Donald Trump has rejected a proposal from Russia President Vladimir Putin to temporarily continue limits on strategic nuclear weapons deployments after the last remaining bilateral arms control treaty expired, signalling a shift toward negotiating a broader replacement agreement. New START treaty expiry and nuclear limits The New START treaty, signed in 2010,

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Trump Announces Plan to Sue Harvard for $1bn

By BPN News Desk February 3, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump said his administration will seek $1 billion in damages from Harvard University, escalating an ongoing dispute between the federal government and the university over campus policies, funding and alleged handling of protests. Billion-Dollar Demand and Row With University Trump announced on social media that the $1 billion claim is part of […]

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Why the Justice Department Cannot Investigate Epstein While Trump Is in Office

By BPN News Desk January 31, 2026

The resurfacing of the Epstein files has pushed an unresolved scandal back into the public domain, not because of new convictions or court rulings, but because raw allegations recorded by law enforcement are now visible to everyone. These documents do not decide guilt, but they raise a far more immediate and unavoidable question: can the […]

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New Epstein Files Mention Trump, Allegations Not Verified

By BPN News Desk January 31, 2026

Newly released Jeffrey Epstein files from the U.S. Department of Justice include documents that mention President Donald Trump in connection with people and events tied to Epstein’s social circle. The release is part of a large batch of records made public under a transparency law, but the contents have not been independently verified and do […]

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Trump Says Iran Prefers Deal Over Military Action

By BPN News Desk January 31, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump has said he believes Iran wants to reach a deal with the United States rather than face possible military action. Trump made the remarks while speaking to reporters, amid rising tensions between Washington and Tehran. Military Pressure and Talks Trump said the U.S. has made its position clear and is prepared […]

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US Warns Iran as Warships Head to Region

By BPN News Desk January 30, 2026

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned Iran to enter talks on a possible nuclear agreement or face military pressure as a group of American warships moves toward the Middle East. Trump said the United States hopes to avoid military action but has “very big, very powerful ships sailing to Iran” to support diplomacy and deter […]