World
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Trump ramps up attacks against Zohran Mamdani, New York Mayor contender
New York: President Donald Trump has a new political foil: New York’s Democratic nominee for mayor, Zohran Mamdani. The president, who has a history of spewing sometimes vile insults at rivals, has…
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Iran eyes chinese J-10C fighter jets amid Russian deal delays
Tehran: Iran is reportedly in talks with China to acquire advanced J-10C fighter jets, also known as the “Vigorous Dragon”, as part of efforts to modernise its ageing air force. The move…
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Keir marks one-year milestone as UK PM amid turmoil, Chancellor in tears
London: British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Wednesday addressed an extraordinary House of Commons session with his Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, seen fighting tears behind him as he defended his government’s efforts to…
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Bangladesh’s deposed PM Sheikh Hasina sentenced to 6 months in prison
Dhaka: Bangladesh’s deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina was on Wednesday, July 2, sentenced to six months in prison by the International Crimes Tribunal in a contempt of court case, according to media…
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Photos: Jaishankar meets US Secretary of State, discusses bilateral ties
New York: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during which they discussed bilateral partnership and shared perspectives on regional and global developments. Jaishankar…
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Sheikh Hasina sentenced to six months in prison by ICT
Dhaka: Bangladesh’s deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina was on Wednesday sentenced to six months in prison in a contempt of court case by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT), according to a local…
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Institution will continue even after my death: Dala Lama hints at successor
Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader of Tibet, who will turn 90 this July 6, announced there will be a successor after he passes away and reaffirmed that the 600-year-old institution will continue.…
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Iran still needs more time to decide on resuming talks with US: Araghchi
Tehran: Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has said the country still needs more time to decide about the resumption of negotiations with the United States. Araghchi made remarks on the possibility…
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Trump says Israel agrees to 60-day Gaza ceasefire deal, urges Hamas to accept
Washington: US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Israel has agreed on terms for a 60-day ceasefire in Gaza and warned Hamas to accept the deal before conditions worsen. Trump announced…
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US halts military aid to Ukraine as stockpiles shrink
Houston: The Trump administration has halted part of military aid to Ukraine following a review of US own stockpiles, the White House and Pentagon confirmed. “This decision was made to put America’s…
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US Senate passes Donald Trump’s landmark mega-bill
Washington: The GOP-led Senate passed US President Donald Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill, a major stride toward Trump’s goal of getting the legislation to his desk and signed by this week’s end.…
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India-US defence partnership strengthened in ministerial talks
New Delhi: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday spoke to US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and appreciated the “unwavering support” the US extended to India in its fight against terrorism. In their…
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94 killed in 78 terrorist attacks across Pakistan in June: Report
Peshawar: At least 94 people, 53 security personnel, were killed in 78 terrorist attacks across Pakistan in June this year, according to a new report released on Tuesday. The monthly security report…
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Europe roasts under punishing heat wave with Paris forecast to hit 104 F
Paris: France and the rest of Europe were still in the grips of the first major heat wave this summer with health warnings in effect Tuesday, even as conditions began to improve…
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EAM Jaishankar reiterates India’s firm stance against terrorism
Washington: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar reiterated India’s firm stance against terrorism and nuclear intimidation, asserting that New Delhi will not be deterred by concerns over Pakistan’s nuclear arsenal in responding…
