Category: World

Washington D.C. – U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick indicated today that a trade agreement between the United States and India could be finalized in the “not too distant future,” citing that “we found a place that really works for both countries.” However, his remarks at the 8th annual U.S.-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) also carried a pointed message for New Delhi regarding its defense procurement. Lutnick directly addressed India’s continued purchase of Russian military equipment, suggesting it has “offended the US.” He stated, “If you’re going to get your weapons from…

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Washington, DC  — Reflecting on her recent visit to India, US Second Lady Usha Vance called it a “once-in-a-lifetime experience,” sharing heartfelt anecdotes about her children’s first encounter with the country and their memorable meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. “Meeting the Prime Minister was truly very special,” she said during an interaction at the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum held in Washington. Vance, wife of US Vice President JD Vance, described the April trip as an emotional and immersive experience, especially for their children who had never visited India before.…

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Beijing: The recent surge in Chinese military intrusions around Taiwan, as reported by Taipei’s Ministry of Defense, paints a deeply concerning picture of escalating regional instability. On Wednesday alone, Taiwan detected two Chinese aircraft missions and a staggering twelve naval vessels operating in its vicinity. This follows similar significant incursions earlier in the week, with Chinese aircraft repeatedly breaching the median line and penetrating Taiwan’s Air Defense Identification Zones (ADIZs). This is not an isolated incident but part of a sustained and intensifying campaign by Beijing to assert its claims…

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Tel Aviv, Israel –  Israel is confronting a deepening road safety crisis after a grim milestone was reached at the close of 2024: a record 439 lives were lost in traffic accidents, marking the highest toll in the past two decades. In response to this alarming surge, the Ministry of Transportation is set to spearhead a national emergency meeting. Organized in collaboration with Israel’s National Road Safety Authority and all relevant professional associations, the conference aims to forge immediate and effective solutions to reverse the upward trend in road fatalities.…

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WASHINGTON – In a move signaling a potential, albeit fragile, de-escalation of simmering trade tensions, US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a phone conversation on Thursday. The call, initiated by President Trump, marks the first known direct dialogue between the two leaders since Trump’s second inauguration and comes amidst renewed accusations of trade agreement violations. Details of the conversation, which lasted approximately 90 minutes, were initially sparse, with Chinese state media Xinhua reporting the call took place at Trump’s request. However, subsequent posts by President Trump…

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CANADA – As Canada prepares to host the upcoming G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, a familiar and persistent voice has resurfaced, aiming to disrupt diplomatic norms: Sikh organizations in Canada are once again pushing a strong anti-India agenda, demanding that the Canadian government revoke its invitation to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Traditionally, India has been invited to the G7 as an outreach partner. However, this year, organizations like the Toronto-based ‘Sikh Federation’ and the ‘World Sikh Organization’ have asserted that Modi should not be invited until India cooperates with ongoing…

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WELLINGTON –  A New Zealand Member of Parliament has garnered significant attention for an unconventional act in the House: displaying an AI-generated fake nude photograph of herself. The striking move was intended to highlight the alarming ease with which such images can be created and the severe harm they can inflict, as she champions the need for new legislation to address this burgeoning issue. According to media reports, Laura McLeay, an MP from the ACT Party, presented the image, stating, “This is a nude image of me, but it is…

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WARSAW – Karol Nawrocki’s recent victory in Poland’s presidential election, securing 50.89% of the vote against liberal Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski, has sent ripples across Europe, signaling a new political warning. Nawrocki, a proponent of nationalist and conservative ideologies, saw his win explicitly linked to the endorsement of US President Donald Trump, underscoring the growing influence of “MAGA-style” politics in Europe. Trump’s Enthusiastic Endorsement US President Donald Trump reacted with fervent enthusiasm to Karol Nawrocki’s win in Poland. Citing Newsmax, he took to his social media platform, Truth Social, to…

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LONDON –  Ukraine’s military capabilities are set for a significant boost as key Western allies, Germany and the United Kingdom, announce substantial new aid packages. These commitments come as Ukraine continues its more than two-year conflict with Russia, demonstrating a unified front against Russian aggression. Just last week, Ukrainian forces reportedly conducted strikes up to 5,000 kilometers deep inside Russian territory, underscoring the evolving nature of the conflict. UK to Bolster Drone Warfare with 100,000 Drones The United Kingdom has declared its intention to supply Ukraine with a staggering 100,000…

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