International

February 25, 2025 12:24 PM February 25, 2025 12:24 PM

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China’s recent activities in South Pacific disrupt flights, heighten regional tensions

China's recent activities in the South Pacific have raised alarms among neighbouring countries. Chinese naval task group sailed through waters separating the antipodean nations, firing live rounds and causing commercial jetliners to divert. Three Chinese warships conducted live-fire exercises in the...

February 25, 2025 11:44 AM February 25, 2025 11:44 AM

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Israeli military conducts raids on Syrian army bases

Israeli troops have carried out raids on Syrian army bases, seizing or destroying weapons found there. The Israeli military said its Paratroopers Brigade located rifles, ammunition, and other military equipment left behind by the old Syrian regime. All items were either confiscated or dismantled. &n...

February 25, 2025 11:15 AM February 25, 2025 11:15 AM

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India abstains on Ukraine resolutions at UNGA

India has abstained on a series of resolutions on Ukraine and amendments at the United Nations General Assembly. The United States joined Russia to vote against the resolution which was put forward by Ukraine and Western nations condemning Russia. China also abstained. The resolution was adopted wit...

February 25, 2025 8:49 AM February 25, 2025 8:49 AM

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European Commission President’s India visit to boost EU-India ties: EU Ambassador

Ambassador of the Delegation of the European Union (EU) to India, Herve Delphin described the upcoming visit of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to India as a significant moment for India-EU relations. Ambassador Delphin said this visit is intended to highlight the importance the E...

February 25, 2025 1:06 PM February 25, 2025 1:06 PM

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Russian President Putin, Chinese President Xi discuss strategic cooperation

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping held a telephone conversation yesterday to strengthen and discuss the further development of their comprehensive partnership and strategic cooperation. An official statement from the President of Russia said that both leaders explored...

February 24, 2025 9:32 PM February 24, 2025 9:32 PM

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Friedrich Merz  likely to be Germany’s next Chancellor

    The conservative Christian Democrats have won Germany’s national election, putting them on track to lead the next coalition government, according to provisional results. The outcome means the party’s leader, Friedrich Merz, will likely be Germany’s next chancellor. Local media reported that Frie...

February 24, 2025 8:43 PM February 24, 2025 8:43 PM

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Podcaster & Commentator Dan Bongino appointed as Deputy Director of  FBI

    US President Donald Trump has appointed podcaster and commentator Dan Bongino as Deputy Director of the FBI. Trump posted on social media that Mr. Bongino will serve under newly confirmed FBI Director Kash Patel. Mr. Bongino, 50, who has worked for the New York Police Department and the Secret S...

February 24, 2025 6:55 PM February 24, 2025 6:55 PM

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India UK agree to resume free trade negotiations

India and the UK today agreed to resume free trade negotiations between the two countries. Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal said this while addressing the joint press conference along with the UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade Jonathan Reynolds in New Delhi. Mr Goyal mentioned ...