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Jan

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White House says 20 more countries have signed up for Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’ initiative

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Board of Peace, originally mandated by the UN Security Council to oversee the management of Gaza for the next two years, is now being positioned by the Trump administration to address conflicts in other parts of the world. Washington: White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said that 20 more countries have "signed up to join US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace," though she did not disclose the names of the new participants. She stated that the Board of Peace, originally mandated by the UN Security Council to oversee the management of Gaza for the next two…

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UAE reiterates it will not allow its airspace or territory for any military action against Iran

The statement comes amid an expanding US military presence near Iran, including the recent deployment of the USS Abraham Lincoln to West Asian waters. Abu Dhabi: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) said that it will not allow its airspace, land, or territorial waters to be used for any hostile military actions against Iran, the UAE foreign ministry said on Monday, reaffirming its commitment to neutrality and regional stability. UAE reaffirms commitment to not allowing its airspace or territory In an official statement posted on X, the UAE Foreign Ministry said the country remains committed to "not allowing its airspace, territory,…

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26

Jan

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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent flags concerns over India-EU trade deal: ‘Financing the war against themselves’

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the US has made "much bigger sacrifices" than the Europeans have, highlighting that it even imposed an additional 25 per cent tariff on India for procuring Russian crude. Washington: As India and the European Union have finalised the free trade deal, the United States (US) has taken a jibe at the EU, with Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent saying the Europeans are "financing the war" against themselves. It should be mentioned here that India and the EU are yet to sign the deal, though they have declared it has been "finalised". In an…

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26

Jan

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Trump says ‘very good’ call with Gov Walz, both aligned after Minneapolis ICE shooting fallout

Trump says 'very good' call with Gov Walz, both aligned after Minneapolis ICE shooting fallout. Trump said he told Gov Walz that he would have Tom Homan, his administration’s immigration enforcement coordinator reach out to Minnesota officials. New Delhi: In an unexpected turn amid rising tensions over federal immigration enforcement in Minnesota, US President Donald Trump said he had a “very good” telephone conversation with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz about the recent Minneapolis shooting involving federal agents. Trump added that the two leaders now appear to be on a “similar wavelength.” The dialogue comes against a backdrop of intense debate…

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26

Jan

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UAE scraps Islamabad airport deal with Pakistan, days after President’s India visit: Report

According to a report, the UAE had failed to select a local partner for the project for which it had shown interest in August last year. Now, the middle east nation has 'lost interest' in it. Islamabad: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has reportedly pulled out of a deal with Pakistan to manage the operations of the Islamabad International Airport. The development comes days after UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan visited India for a nearly two-hour trip and held a high-level meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at his officials 7, Lok Kalyan Marg (LKM) residence in…

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26

Jan

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Trump extends greetings on 77th Republic Day, calls US-India ties a ‘historic bond of democracies’

US President Donald Trump extended greetings on 77th Republic Day, calling India-US ties a "historic bond of democracies." New Delhi: US President Donald Trump on Monday conveyed his greetings to India on its 77th Republic Day. The message was shared by the US Embassy in New Delhi as celebrations unfolded across India. Highlighting the common ground between the two countries, Trump stressed that India and the United States are united by their democratic traditions. “On behalf of the people of the United States, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the government and people of India as you celebrate your…

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26

Jan

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Vance, Navarro and even Trump responsible for blocking trade talks with India: US Senator

Ted Cruz, US Senator and Texas Republican, has said the tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump on other nations could 'decimate' the US economy and would eventually lead to his impeachment. Washington: It appears that cracks have started to appear in the Trump administration after a US Senator claimed that President Donald Trump, Vice President JD Vance and White House adviser Peter Navarro were responsible for blocking the trade deal with India. In a viral audio clip Senator Ted Cruz, a Texas Republican, also questioned the US president's traffic policies and said they would damage the country's economic condition. The…

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26

Jan

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11 killed, 12 injured after gunmen open fire at soccer field in central Mexico

Overall, Mexico's government says the country's 2025 murder rate was the lowest since 2016 at 17.5 murders per 100,000 inhabitants, although analysts cautioned that the numbers may not fully reflect the country's violence. Mexico City: At least 11 people were killed and 12 others injured in a mass shooting at a soccer field in Salamanca city in Mexico's Guanajuato state, local authorities said. The attack took place just after a soccer match had concluded, when gunmen opened fire on people gathered at the venue. Ten victims died on the spot, while one of the injured later succumbed to injuries…

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Jan

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Private jet with eight aboard crashes during takeoff at Maine airport in US amid winter storm

The crash occurred as New England and much of the country grappled with a massive winter storm. Bangor had undergone steady snowfall on Sunday, along with many other parts of the country. New York: A private aircraft carrying eight people crashed during takeoff at Bangor International Airport in Maine, US, on Sunday night, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) said. The crash occurred amid a massive winter storm that brought steady snowfall to Bangor and large parts of the eastern United States. The Bombardier Challenger 600 went down around 7:45 pm. There was no immediate information on the condition of those…

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Jan

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‘A historic bond’: US extends 77th Republic Day greetings to India; praises Quad, defence ties

Republic Day 2026: India celebrates its 77th Republic Day, featuring an extraordinary blend of the 150-year legacy of Vande Mataram, to mark the adoption of the Constitution and showcase its rich cultural and military heritage. Washington: The United States on Monday congratulated India on its 77th Republic Day, underscoring the close and productive cooperation between New Delhi and Washington across key sectors. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio extended his greetings, highlighting strong collaboration between the two countries on defence, energy, critical minerals, and emerging technologies. He said that the US-India relationship delivers "real results" for the two countries through…

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