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India, Pakistan exchange prisoner lists; New Delhi seeks expediated release of 188 citizensIndia and Pakistan have swapped lists of civilian prisoners and fishermen in their custody, a routine exercise under a 2008 agreement. Indi...
Revive bilateral dialogue, restore normal ties: Politicians, former diplomats from India, Pak urge both govtsOver 100 prominent figures from India and Pakistan, including former CMs Farooq Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti, have penned an open letter urg...
Iran and Oman push Strait of Hormuz fee proposal despite Washington oppositionIran and Oman are pushing for payments from ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a move opposed by Washington. This proposal, inspired by...
India 'strategic diplomatic driver' for IMEC: Columbia University projectA project from Columbia University has underscored India's crucial involvement in the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), pr...
Did Israel plan to kill Pakistan's Army Chief Asim Munir during Iran-US peace talks in Switzerland? Islamabad reactsPakistan has vehemently denied claims by journalist Pepe Escobar alleging Mossad planned an assassination attempt on Army Chief Asim Munir ...
Travelling to Indonesia? Here's what Indian tourists need to knowIndian travellers heading to Indonesia must ensure all entry documents are in order, as immigration authorities can deny entry. The Consula...
US authorises Iranian oil sales until August 21 as part of push for final West Asia truce dealWashington has granted Iran a 60-day waiver on oil sanctions, permitting the nation to produce, export, and sell its crude until August 21....
US, Iran wrap second day of talks after rough startAmidst continuing tensions, high-stakes negotiations between the US and Iran in Switzerland hit a snag due to some of Trump's pointed comme...
Who is Abelardo De La Espriella? Trump-admiring millionaire lawyer with ties to Álvaro Uribe wins Colombia's presidencyColombia has elected nationalist lawyer Abelardo De La Espriella as its next president, defeating left-wing senator Iván Cepeda. Nicknamed ...
FIFA 2026: 8 biggest controversies that have overshadowed the World Cup so farThe 2026 FIFA World Cup is generating significant debate beyond the pitch. Geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran, visa issues affec...
Hormuz closed again: Will the US-Iran MoU soon sink in the strait?Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz, citing Israeli actions in Lebanon, a move that plunged a new US-Iran deal into crisis. The agreement ...
Russia tells Europe: Yes to talks, no to ultimatumsRussia has signaled openness to dialogue with European nations, emphasizing that talks must not be based on ultimatums or perceived weaknes...
Treaty of Versailles 2.0: Macron played the Trump card, laden in goldAfter posing in front of Versailles' golden doors, Trump enjoyed a private tour of the chateau's glittering interior. And in a surprise mov...
Ukraine secures fresh air defence commitments at G7 Summit in FranceLeaders at the G7 Summit in France have agreed to bolster Ukraine's air defence systems. New measures will increase pressure on Russia to e...
G7 allies scramble to put Ukraine back atop Trump's agenda as war drags onG7 leaders are urging President Trump to refocus on the Ukraine war. France and other European nations are now the main supporters of Kyiv....
Global Market Today: Asian markets temper Iran deal optimism, BOJ decision in viewAsian stocks saw a modest rise, following a rally on news of a peace deal between Iran and the U.S. Investors are now focused on central ba...
From bombs to billions: The strange economics of US-Iran peace dealIran and United States are set to sign a peace deal involving significant financial concessions and sanctions relief for Iran. The deal see...
US-Iran deal could leave Gulf states in the lurch: analystsGulf nations face a precarious future after Iran's attacks. A new deal offers only a temporary reprieve, leaving them vulnerable to regiona...
Netanyahu says Trump assured him final Iran deal will mandate removal of enriched uraniumPresident Trump assured Prime Minister Netanyahu that a deal with Iran would ensure Tehran surrenders its nuclear stockpile. This understan...
Trump’s Iran deal slowed by couriers in complex peace processDespite President Donald Trump repeatedly saying a US-Iran deal is near, negotiations remain slow and uncertain. Talks rely on indirect cha...