UAE and Iran conduct first face-to-face meeting to try deescalating Middle East tensionsUS-Iran war: Senior security officials from the United Arab Emirates and Iran met face-to-face for the first time since the US-Israeli war ...
11 Jun, 2026, 08.04 PM IST
China's control over indium phosphide exports threatens AI data centre rolloutAnderson's visit was partly to raise the issue of delays in China's export licenses involving the highly strategic material, essential in m...
11 Jun, 2026, 09.15 AM IST
What to know about a rare visit by China's Xi to North Korea for talks with Kim Jong UnChinese President Xi Jinping's recent trip to North Korea marks a significant chapter in regional diplomacy, focusing on enhancing cooperat...
07 Jun, 2026, 10.01 AM IST
North Korea calls US push for its denuclearization 'anachronistic dreams'North Korea's Kim Yo Jong dismissed U.S. denuclearization calls as "anachronistic dreams," vowing to expand the nation's nuclear arsenal am...
07 Jun, 2026, 07.24 AM IST
North Korea nuclear programme 'absolutely non-negotiable': leader's sisterNorth Korea's nuclear weapons program is "absolutely non-negotiable," stated Kim Yo Jong, the leader's sister, ahead of Chinese President X...
07 Jun, 2026, 06.16 AM IST
Taiwan beefs up anti-ship missile arsenal to counter threat of Chinese invasionTaiwan is boosting its missile power to over 1,800 by 2029. This move aims to deter a potential Chinese invasion or blockade. The island is...
04 Jun, 2026, 12.06 PM IST
View: US-India relations need more than Trump calls and warm wordsMarco Rubio's visit aimed to mend US-India ties, emphasizing strategic importance amid political challenges. While progress was noted in ar...
03 Jun, 2026, 11.44 PM IST
Oil prices rise more than 2% as Israel steps up incursion into LebanonOil prices surged over 2% as intensified fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon overshadowed hopes for a ceasefire extension with...
01 Jun, 2026, 06.01 AM IST
Pete Hegseth’s silence on Taiwan is exactly what Xi Jinping wantsUS Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth adopted a quieter approach to Taiwan at a Singapore security forum. This shift in communication aims to p...
31 May, 2026, 05.07 PM IST
Hegseth tones down warnings about China but says US remains committed to Pacific securityUS Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth reassured Pacific allies of America's commitment to the region. Speaking at a defense conference in Singa...
30 May, 2026, 08.03 PM IST
Pentagon chief urges allies to boost defence spending amid 'alarm' over China's buildupPentagon chief Pete Hegseth has voiced concerns over China's military expansion in the Pacific. He noted widespread alarm across the region...
30 May, 2026, 02.30 PM IST
US defence chief credits Trump for India-Pakistan peace, hails India as key Indo-Pacific partnerUS Secretary of War Pete Hegseth spoke at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. He credited President Trump for helping broker peace betwee...
30 May, 2026, 01.56 PM IST
Shangri-La Dialogue opens with China and doubts about US priorities topping concernsAsia's top defense summit convenes amid rising concerns over China's military might and assertiveness. Leaders will discuss America's Indo-...
29 May, 2026, 04.55 PM IST
Boeing CEO says 200-jet China deal an 'initial tranche' with more to comeChina has committed to buying 200 Boeing jets. This deal is seen as an initial step. Boeing's CEO believes this commitment reopens the Chin...
28 May, 2026, 12.19 PM IST
China supports 'active mediation' by Pakistan between US, Iran: FM Wang YiChina backs Pakistan's role in mediating between the United States and Iran. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated support for active med...
27 May, 2026, 10.14 AM IST
Iran media says negotiators seek $24bn asset release in US dealThe report by Tasnim news agency came as a top Iranian delegation was in Qatar, and after Tehran said it was finalising a 14-point framewor...
27 May, 2026, 12.51 AM IST
China's Xi meets Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif as Iran war loomsChinese President Xi Jinping met with Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Beijing. This high-level meeting occurred as diplomatic eff...
25 May, 2026, 02.34 PM IST