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Jan

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Hindu man in Bangladesh dies after jumping into canal while fleeing mob over theft charge

This incident is the latest in a series of attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh, which has been witnessing widespread unrest since the death of prominent student leader Sharif Osman Hadi in December last year. Dhaka: A 25-year-old Hindu man died in Bangladesh after jumping into a canal while trying to escape a mob that was chasing him on suspicion of theft, police said on Wednesday. The incident took place in the Mahadebpur area of Naogaon district. According to the news agency ANI, the man was identified as Mithun Sarkar, as per Naogao Police Super (SP) Mohammad Tariqul Islam. The incident…

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07

Jan

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Jaishankar expresses concern at developments in Venzuela, says India wants well being of Venezuelans

Earlier, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) also expressed deep concern over the situation in Venezuela and called for a peaceful resolution through dialogue. Luxembourg: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday expressed concern about the recent developments in Venezuela, marking the first strong public statement after the latest US actions in the South American country. "Yes, we are concerned at developments in Venezuela. We would urge all parties to sit down and come to the position of well being and safety of the people of Venezuela because at the end of the day that is our concern and…

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Acquiring Greenland a US national priority, utilizing military always an option: White House

The US administration says it may use military force to pursue Greenland amid national security concerns, drawing a strong rebuttal from European leaders who defend the island’s sovereignty. The development outlines rising geopolitical tensions in the Arctic. Washington: The White House on Tuesday confirmed that the United States is considering "a range of options" to acquire Greenland, including the possible use of military force as part of a broader push driven by national security concerns. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told CNN that President Donald Trump has repeatedly emphasised that acquiring Greenland is a "national security priority of the…

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Trump says interim Venezuelan authorities to turn 30-50 million barrels of ‘sanctioned oil’ to US

Taking to Truth Social, US President Donald Trump further said that he has asked Energy Secretary Chris Wright to execute the plan immediately and that the oil would be taken by storage ships and brought directly to the unloading docks in the US. Washington: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said that the interim government in Venezuela would turn between 30 and 50 million barrels of sanctioned oil to the United States and added that while the oil will be sold at its market price, the money will be controlled by Trump to ensure it is used to benefit…

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06

Jan

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‘Have a good relationship with PM Modi, but he’s not happy’: Trump’s latest on India tariffs

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is unhappy with him over the rising tariffs India faces. New Delhi: US President Donald Trump on Tuesday claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is unhappy with him over the rising tariff India faces, adding that he shares a “very good relationship” with him. Speaking on bilateral ties, Trump said India’s energy trade with Russia has become a point of friction, even as personal relations between the two leaders remain cordial. Warning of possible tariff hike Trump’s remarks came a day after he warned that Washington could further raise…

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06

Jan

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China condemns US strikes in Venezuela, warns against acting as ‘world’s police’

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao said China believes all nations should follow international law and respect the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter. She added that Beijing supports the idea of common, comprehensive, cooperative and sustainable security for all countries. Beijing: China has strongly rebuked the United States after the latter’s military strike on Venezuela’s capital Caracas. Beijing warned Washington not to put pressure on or intervene in other South American nations, saying no country should see itself as the “world’s police or judge”. Speaking at a press briefing on Tuesday, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said…

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Jan

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After European nations, Canada’s Carney backs Denmark on Greenland against Trump

The European stand was reinforced by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who publicly backed Denmark’s sovereignty over Greenland and warned against any challenge to established principles of territorial integrity. New Delhi: After European leaders sent a strong message on Greenland, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney also backed Denmark’s sovereignty over Greenland and warned against any challenge to established principles of territorial integrity. European leaders on Tuesday sent a unified message on Greenland, asserting that the future of the Arctic island can be decided only by Greenland and Denmark, amid renewed remarks by US President Donald Trump expressing interest in taking control…

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Jan

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‘Come get me, I’m waiting’: Colombian president dares Trump, Venezuela’s Maduro had done the same

Trump had earlier said that Colombia is run by a sick man who likes making cocaine and selling it to the United States, but that will not go on for very long. New Delhi: Tensions have escalated between US President Donald Trump and Colombian President Gustavo Petro following a US military operation against Venezuela last week that led to the capture of its deposed leader Nicolas Maduro. The situation intensified after Petro openly challenged the Republican leader, saying, “Come get me, I am waiting for you.” The development comes amid earlier threats by Trump against Colombia, with the US president…

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Osman Hadi murder: Police cite ‘political vengeance’ as motive, name 17 accused in chargesheet

The 32-year-old youth leader was shot in the head by unknown attackers while campaigning in the Bijoynagar area of Dhaka on December 12. He later passed away in a hospital in Singapore during treatment. Dhaka: Bangladesh Police has framed charges against 17 persons in connection with the killing of youth leader Sharif Osman Hadi. The police concluded that Hadi was assassinated due to "political vengeance" at the behest of Sheikh Hasina-led Awami League. Divulging the details on the findings of the probe, Additional Commissioner of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police's (DMP) Detective Branch, Md Shafiqul Islam, said the slain student…

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European leaders unanimously reject Trump’s Greenland takeover plans: ‘It belongs to its people’

Greenland is a self-governing territory of the Kingdom of Denmark. Trump’s comments came after a US military operation in Venezuela over the weekend. Copenhagen (Denmark): European leaders have strongly opposed US President Donald Trump’s suggestion that the United States should take control of Greenland. The leaders unanimously said the Arctic island, which is rich in minerals, “belongs to its people.” The leaders of France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain and the United Kingdom joined Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen in defending Greenland’s sovereignty. “Security in the Arctic must therefore be achieved collectively, in conjunction with NATO allies including the United States,…

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