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India watches as US‑Iran peace talks in Islamabad
While the US and Iran negotiate peace in Islamabad, India watches from the sidelines as opposition parties criticize PM Narendra Modi for being excluded. Simultaneously, Delhi rolls out a draft EV pol
Taiwan spots 16 warplanes as Xi meets KMT's Cheng
Taiwan detected 16 Chinese warplanes near the island on the same morning Xi Jinping met KMT opposition leader Cheng Li-wun in Beijing and said China "absolutely would not tolerate" Taiwanese independe
Trade Court Hears Challenge to Trump's 10% Tariffs
A U.S. Court of International Trade heard arguments on April 10 over President Trump's temporary 10% tariffs imposed under Section 122, as states and businesses challenge their legality after the Supr
US, Iran Open Highest-Level Talks Since 1979 in Islamabad
Senior US and Iranian officials convened in Islamabad on Saturday for the highest-level negotiations between the two countries since 1979, but Tehran conditioned participation on US commitments to a L
Trump: Iran 'No Cards' as Vance Flies to Pakistan for Talks
President Trump dismissed Iran's leverage in upcoming US-Iran peace talks, claiming Tehran has 'no cards' beyond its grip on the Strait of Hormuz, as VP JD Vance departed for the Pakistan-hosted negot
Thailand Pushes Plastic Recycling as War Disrupts Supply
Thailand's Industry Minister Varawut Silpa-archa announced urgent measures to accelerate domestic plastic recycling, citing 30-40% price hikes in virgin plastic pellets since late February driven by M
Vance Leads U.S. Delegation to Pakistan for Iran Talks
Vice President Vance traveled to Pakistan to head a U.S. delegation for the first high‑level talks with Iran since 1979, backed by Trump’s envoys, as both sides grapple with deep disagreements and thr
Israel Boots Spain From US-Led Gaza Center
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced Friday he was removing Spain from the U.S.-led civil-military coordination center overseeing Gaza peacekeeping, citing Madrid's persistent criticism of the U
Beirut recalls deadliest day of war with Israel
‘We thought Beirut was going to collapse’: recounting the deadliest day of the war with Israel France 24Israel's attack...
Starmer: Trump, Putin Actions Hit UK Energy Bills
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed frustration over the impact of the U.S.-Israeli military operation in Iran on UK energy bills, drawing a comparison between former President Trump and Rus
JD Vance to Islamabad as oil woes keep gas prices
U.S. Vice President JD Vance traveled to Islamabad for talks with Iranian officials, but analysts warn that even a ceasefire will not quickly lower gas prices due to lingering oil supply disruptions a
Xi Sells 'Peace' to KMT as Trump Summit Looms
Chinese President Xi Jinping hosted Taiwan's opposition KMT leader Cheng Li-wun in Beijing — the first such KMT visit in a decade — wrapping the meeting in shared 'peace' rhetoric that analysts say is
Trump's NATO Rhetoric Undermines Alliance Unity
President Trump’s recent NATO criticism, aired after a private meeting with Secretary General Mark Rutte, has sparked concerns that his rhetoric could erode alliance trust and complicate U.S. commitme
Ukraine Secures Gulf Oil for Anti-Drone Support
Ukraine has secured a crucial oil lifeline from Gulf states, including fuel aid, in exchange for military support, specifically anti-drone assistance. This agreement comes as President Zelenskyy revea
Israel‑Hezbollah clashes raise civilian toll in Lebanon
Renewed fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon has deepened humanitarian suffering, with civilian casualties rising, displacement mounting, services strained, while high‑stakes US‑Iran negot
Wang Yi Meets Kim Jong Un, Calls for Coordination
China’s foreign minister Wang Yi met North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang, urging deeper communication and cooperation on international affairs as both nations seek to revive ties after pandem
India Concerned by Lebanon Civilian Casualties
India has expressed "deep concern" over reports of civilian casualties in Lebanon, following Israel's recent bombardment that killed over 300 people. This statement from the Indian foreign ministry co
Roger Stone Stops Trump From Firing Tulsi Gabbard
Roger Stone intervened with President Trump to stop the dismissal of intelligence chief Tulsi Gabbard, citing her loyalty and the political risk of a firing, a move that sparked a feud with adviser La
Zelenskyy: Ukraine Downed Shahed Drones in Iran War
Zelenskyy disclosed that Ukrainian forces actively shot down Iranian-designed Shahed drones in multiple Middle Eastern countries during the Iran war, receiving oil, diesel, weapons, and financial arra
Myanmar army fortifies Sittwe as Arakan Army pushes
Myanmar’s army has entrenched Sittwe with extensive fortifications and forced village evacuations as the Arakan Army’s offensive isolates the capital, leaving 250,000 residents facing severe daily sho
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