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Why did Putin’s bodyguards carry ‘poop suitcase’ to Alaska during meeting with Trump?

US President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin met in Alaska to hold discussions on ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Trump will now meet Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders to apprise them about his discussion with Putin. Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin's bodyguards reportedly carried a "poop suitcase" to collect his faecal waste during the Friday Alaska meeting with US President Donald Trump, news agency ANI reported quoting a report by The Express US. This is reportedly not the first instance of such a practice. According to multiple reports, President Putin's bodyguards are believed to regularly collect his…

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Aug

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After ‘big day tomorrow’ post, Trump now says, ‘Zelenskyy can end war if he wants’

Ahead of Zelenskyy's meeting in Washington, Trump suggested that the Ukrainian president can end the war with Russia almost immediately if he wants to. New Delhi: US President Trump took to Truth Social to write about Monday’s meeting at the White House, where Zelenskyy will be joined by multiple European leaders. “Big day at the White House tomorrow. Never had so many European Leaders at one time. My great honor to host them!!!” he wrote. Soon after, Trump again in a post suggested that Zelenskyy “can end the war with Russia almost immediately, if he wants to, or he…

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Aug

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Rubio repeats Trump’s ceasefire boast, says ‘We keep an eye on India-Pak situation every single day’

The United States appears eager to claim credit for the India-Pakistan ceasefire. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has echoed earlier assertions by President Trump. New Delhi: Washington appears intent on projecting itself as the architect of peace. In fresh remarks, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio claimed that the United States keeps a constant watch on the India-Pakistan situation, even suggesting it played a key role in achieving the ceasefire between the two nuclear neighbours. "I mean, every single day we keep an eye on what's happening between Pakistan and India, what's happening between Cambodia and Thailand," Rubio said. His comments…

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17

Aug

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Trump claims ‘big progress’ on Russia after meeting Putin in Alaska

US President Donald Trump claims "big progress" on Russia after meeting Putin, but no agreement on ending the Ukraine conflict, with European leaders set to join discussions at the White House. New Delhi: US President Donald Trump posted a brief but intriguing message on his Truth Social account on Sunday, claiming significant progress had been made on Russia. "Big progress on Russia, stay tuned," Trump wrote, without offering any additional details. This post comes just a day after his high-stakes meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska, which lasted for over three hours. No agreement on Ukraine, but discussions…

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17

Aug

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Mass shooting at New York City restaurant, 3 feared dead, 8 wounded

A shooting in New York City restaurant has reportedly left 3 dead and 8 wounded. Suspect is said to be on the run. New Delhi: At least three people were killed and eight others injured after multiple gunmen opened fire inside a Brooklyn restaurant early Sunday morning, according to reports. The incident reportedly occurred around 3:30 a.m. at the Taste of the City Lounge on Franklin Avenue in Crown Heights.  The fatal victims, according to various media reports, have been identified as three men, aged 27, 35, and one of unknown age. The other eight victims, ranging in age…

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17

Aug

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Pakistan to see a military coup? Asim Munir says ‘God made me a protector’

In July, speculations were being made that Pakistan army Asim Munir, who was elevated to the rank of Field Marshal following Operation Sindoor, may ask President Asif Ali Zardari to step down and would take over the top office. Islamabad: Shrugging off chances of a military coup in the country, Pakistan army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir has said that he only considers himself a servant of the state, and he has no political ambition. He made the statement while speaking to Jang media group columnist Suhail Warraich during his visit to Brussels, Belgium. "The talk started with politics, especially…

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Aug

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China powers up Pakistan’s navy again, 3rd Hangor-Class Submarine delivered

China has reportedly delivered a third high-tech submarine to Pakistan as part of an ongoing military deal. New Delhi: In a step that can be seen towards deepening military ties with Pakistan, China has reportedly delivered the third of eight planned Hangor-class submarines. The launch ceremony for the vessel was held in Wuhan, in China’s Hubei province, according to the state-run Global Times. The transfer is part of a defence agreement between the two countries, which includes the construction and delivery of a total of eight submarines, four to be built in China and the remaining four in Pakistan. The…

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One killed, several injured as passenger train derails in Pakistan’s Punjab

The Awam Express en route to Karachi from Peshawar derailed in Lodhran district of Punjab, around 400 km from Lahore, Deputy Commissioner (Lodhran) Lubna Nazir said. Lahore: At least one passenger was killed and 25 others injured after several coaches of a passenger train derailed in Pakistan's Punjab province on Sunday.  The  Awam Express, which was travelling from Peshawar to Karachi, went off the tracks in Lodhran district, about 400 km from Lahore, Deputy Commissioner Lubna Nazir told reporters. "Some four coaches of the train were derailed, leaving one passenger dead and 25 injured," she said, adding that the condition…

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Aug

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Zelenskyy calls Russia’s refusal to accept ceasefire ‘complicating situation’

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy came down heavily on Russia’s rejection of a ceasefire proposal, warning that Moscow’s stance is deepening the war’s complexity and threatening future peace in the region. New Delhi: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy issued a strong statement on Saturday, condemning Russia’s continued military strikes and rejection of ceasefire proposals. “We see that Russia rebuffs numerous calls for a ceasefire and has not yet determined when it will stop the killing. This complicates the situation,” Zelenskyy posted on X (formerly Twitter). He said that ending the violence was a prerequisite for peace in the region. “If they lack the…

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Melania Trump appeals Putin to ‘think about children’ amid conflict; emotional letter goes viral

US President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin met in Alaska to hold discussions on ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Putin, however, called the meeting productive but it ended without any agreement over the ongoing conflict. New Delhi: The first lady of the United States, Melania Trump, in an unusual move wrote a letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin and got it hand-delivered by Donald Trump during a meeting between the two leaders in Alaska. In her letter, Melania requested Putin to consider the safety and well being of children amid ongoing unrest between Russia and Ukraine. Without specifically mentioning…

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