International

May 14, 2025 8:41 AM

Israeli airstrike on Gaza hospital kills 28, injures dozens

An Israeli air strike has killed 28 people and injured dozens more at the European Hospital in Khan Younis. According to a spokesman for the Hamas-run civil defence agency, Israeli warplanes dropped six bombs simultaneously on the hospital, striking both its inner courtyard and surrounding areas. T...

May 14, 2025 8:19 AM

US President Trump, Saudi Crown Prince sign $142 billion arms deal

US President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman signed a wide-ranging strategic economic partnership agreement in Jeddah yesterday. The deal covers multiple sectors, including a huge arms deal worth nearly 142 billion dollars. Agreements also include significant Saudi investment...

May 14, 2025 7:50 AM

Anita Anand appointed as Canada’s Foreign Minister; will pilot reset with India

Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney has appointed Anita Anand to the powerful post of Foreign Minister in his new cabinet. He also appointed Maninder Sidhu as the international trade minister, and two others of Indian descent as secretaries of state, the equivalent of ministers of state. One of An...

May 13, 2025 9:43 PM

MEA says a staff of Pakistan High Commission asked to leave within 24 hrs

The Government of India has declared a Pakistani staff, working at the Pakistan High Commission in New Delhi, persona non grata for indulging in activities not in keeping with his official status in India. Ministry of External Affairs, in a statement, said, the Pakistani staff has been asked to...

May 13, 2025 8:40 PM

US, UAE sign economic partnership agreements in several sectors

The United States and Saudi Arabia today signed a strategic economic partnership agreement. The pact was signed by US President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at Riyadh in Saudi Arabia. The agreement covers several sectors, including energy, mining, and defense. It aims to...

May 13, 2025 8:31 PM

India welcomes Russia’s offer for direct talks with Ukraine, says MEA

India has welcomed Russia’s offer for direct talks with Ukraine. Replying to a question in Media briefing, External Affairs Ministry's Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said that talks present an opportunity for both parties to address their concerns through dialogue and diplomacy. He said that...

May 13, 2025 5:18 PM

Libya: Clashes in capital Tripoli, Flight operations suspended

In Libya, violent clashes have erupted in the capital Tripoli between rival armed factions. The clashes come amid reports of the death of Abdul-Ghani al-Kikli, known as Ghaniwa, who headed the Stability Support Department affiliated with the Presidency Council. Local media reported yesterday...

May 13, 2025 3:58 PM

Taiwan says Chinese aircraft, warships seen in Taiwan Strait

Taiwan today said that it spotted 31 Chinese aircraft, 7 Chinese warships, and one official ship, continuing to operate around the Taiwan Strait. 30 aircraft out of 31 crossed the median line of the strait and entered the northern and southwest airspace. Taiwan's Defence Ministry said, its a...

May 13, 2025 3:12 PM

Australia: Sussan Ley becomes first female opposition leader .

In Australia, Sussan Ley has been appointed as the leader of the Liberal Party, becoming the first woman to lead the federal party in its 80-year history. She defeated her rival, Angus Taylor, in a tight party room ballot, taking over as Australia's first female opposition leader. The Liberal-Nati...

May 13, 2025 1:46 PM

US President Trump begins Middle East tour with grand welcome in Saudi Arabia

US President Donald Trump arrived in Saudi Arabia today, marking the start of his three-day tour to strengthen ties with key Middle Eastern allies. He received a grand reception from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh. This is Trump's first state visit of his second term and will also...