International

Venezuela Says 100 Died in US Military Operation

By BPN News Desk January 8, 2026

Venezuela’s Interior Minister has said that around 100 people were killed during a recent US military operation on Venezuelan territory. This is the first official casualty figure released by the Venezuelan government since the operation took place earlier this month. The minister said the deaths included members of the security forces and others present at […]

International

US, Denmark to Discuss Greenland Next Week

By BPN News Desk January 8, 2026

The United States and Denmark will hold discussions next week on Greenland, as diplomatic attention returns to the strategically located Arctic territory. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the meeting will focus on bilateral concerns and broader security issues linked to Greenland’s role in the Arctic region. Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom […]

International

US Keeps Military Option Open on Greenland

By BPN News Desk January 7, 2026

The White House has said that the use of military force remains an option as the United States evaluates how to pursue greater control or influence over Greenland, citing national security concerns in the Arctic region. The statement has drawn international attention due to its implications for sovereignty and alliance politics. White House Position US […]

International

US Carries Out Airstrikes on ISIS Targets in Nigeria

By BPN News Desk December 26, 2025

The United States military carried out airstrikes against Islamic State fighters in Nigeria on December 25, targeting locations linked to the Islamic State West Africa Province. The strikes were conducted as part of counter-terror operations aimed at weakening the group’s ability to carry out attacks in the region. US officials said the operation was focused […]

International

US Recalls Around 30 Envoys in ‘America First’ Push

By BPN News Desk December 23, 2025

The United States has ordered the recall of nearly 30 ambassadors and senior diplomats from overseas postings as part of President Donald Trump’s push to align the country’s foreign service more closely with his “America First” policy. The move affects a mix of ambassadors and career foreign service officers who were serving as Washington’s top […]

International

US-UK Tech Deal Paused Amid Trade Dispute

By BPN News Desk December 17, 2025

Negotiations on the US-UK Technology Prosperity Deal have stalled after the United States paused progress on the agreement, which was announced earlier in 2025. The deal, intended to boost cooperation in areas such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing and civil nuclear energy, has hit a roadblock amid broader disagreements between the two governments over trade

International

US Threatens Retaliation Over EU Tech Rules

By BPN News Desk December 17, 2025

The United States government has warned that it may impose penalties on European technology and service companies in response to what it calls unfair treatment of American tech firms under European Union regulations. U.S. trade officials said the move is part of escalating tensions over digital laws and enforcement actions in Europe that have targeted […]

International

US Signals Security Guarantees for Ukraine in Talks

By BPN News Desk December 16, 2025

The United States has agreed in principle to provide security guarantees to Ukraine as part of ongoing peace discussions aimed at ending the conflict with Russia, according to U.S. officials familiar with the negotiations. The assurances are being discussed as part of broader diplomatic efforts involving Ukraine and its partners to establish a durable post-war […]

National

India, US Close to Interim Trade Deal on Tariffs

By BPN News Desk December 15, 2025

India and the United States are close to finalising an interim trade agreement aimed at lowering reciprocal tariffs, Commerce Secretary Sunil Barthwal said, while making it clear that both sides do not want to commit to a fixed timeline. The talks are part of ongoing efforts to resolve long-standing trade frictions and create a more […]

International

US Floats Special Economic Zone Idea in Ukraine

By BPN News Desk December 12, 2025

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that the United States has proposed creating a special or free economic zone in a frontline region of eastern Ukraine as part of broader diplomatic efforts to end the war with Russia. He stated that the idea was discussed during ongoing talks involving Western partners, but stressed that no […]