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US Lawmakers Urge Donald Trump to Press Xi Jinping on Trade, Fentanyl, Human Rights Ahead of Summit

Washington: Ahead of his summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping, bipartisan US lawmakers urged Donald Trump to confront Beijing on trade barriers, fentanyl trafficking, political prisoners, North Korean refugees and the impact on American manufacturing. In one of the sharpest bipartisan appeals, Congressman James Walkinshaw and Senator Tim Kaine urged Trump to press China to

PM Modi Reduces Convoy Size After Austerity Appeal, Signals Leadership by Example Amid Global Uncertainty

New Delhi: Two days after urging citizens to prepare for a challenging period due to the West Asia conflict, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is reportedly setting new benchmarks for austerity governance, reinforcing the message of economic discipline and public preparedness amid global uncertainties. The Prime Minister has significantly reduced his convoy size and also directed

Pentagon Refuses to Release Detailed Battle Damage Assessments on Iran Conflict as Lawmakers Demand Transparency

Washington: Pentagon leaders have declined to publicly disclose detailed battle damage assessments from the ongoing Iran conflict, drawing sharp criticism from lawmakers who say the lack of transparency makes it difficult to evaluate the effectiveness and cost of U.S. military operations in the region. The issue became one of the sharpest points of confrontation during

Lindsey Graham Questions Pakistan’s Role as Iran Mediator Over Alleged Iranian Aircraft at Airbases

Washington: US Senator Lindsey Graham has questioned Pakistan’s credibility as a mediator in the Iran conflict after raising concerns over reports that Iranian military aircraft may have been parked at Pakistani airbases, casting doubt on Islamabad’s neutrality in ongoing diplomatic efforts. The sharp exchange came during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense hearing on President

Donald Trump Says Russia-Ukraine Peace Deal ‘Very Close’, Signals Possible End to War

Washington: US President Donald Trump expressed optimism over a possible Russia-Ukraine settlement, saying a peace deal is “getting very close” amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to end the prolonged conflict. Speaking to reporters before departing aboard Marine One, Trump suggested ongoing negotiations were making progress, although he provided no details about any specific breakthrough. “The end

“Totally Unacceptable”, Says Trump as He Rejects Iran’s Ceasefire Response to US Peace Proposal

Washington: US President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s reply to a proposed US-led ceasefire initiative, describing Tehran’s stance as unacceptable amid growing tensions in the Gulf region and renewed concerns over stability near the Strait of Hormuz. “I have just read the response from Iran’s so-called ‘Representatives.’ I don’t like it — TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE! Thank you

Indian Markets Gain as Crude Softens, Rupee Firms and Bond Yields Ease

Mumbai: The Nifty 50 and Sensex posted weekly gains as easing crude oil prices, a stronger rupee, and softer 10-year bond yields supported sentiment despite ongoing geopolitical tensions. Nifty gained 0.76 per cent during the week and dipped 0.60 per cent on the last trading day to reach 24,180. At close, Sensex was down 516

Trump Announces 3-Day Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire, Hints at Path to End War

Washington: US President Donald Trump said a three-day ceasefire has been agreed between Russia and Ukraine, calling it a potential first step toward ending the ongoing war. “I am pleased to announce that there will be a THREE-DAY CEASEFIRE (May 9th, 10th, and 11th) in the War between Russia and Ukraine,” Trump said in a

Indian Stock Markets Fall 0.7% as US-Iran Tensions Shake Global Investor Sentiment

Mumbai: Indian benchmark indices declined 0.7 per cent in early trade on Friday as renewed hostilities between the US and Iran rattled global markets, dampening investor confidence amid fragile ceasefire concerns. Sensex fell as much as 0.71 per cent or over 500 points to hit an intraday low of 77,291.72 in early trade, while Nifty

Iran Claims Full Control of Strait of Hormuz, Says Ships Need Permission to Pass

Tehran: Iran’s army spokesman Mohammad Akraminia says the country’s armed forces control the Strait of Hormuz, warning that no vessel—friendly or hostile—can transit the strategic waterway without Tehran’s authorisation amid escalating regional tensions. Controlling the Strait of Hormuz is “an inherent right” of Iran, which the country had not exercised for years, Akraminia said, according

Tag: geopolitical tensions

US Lawmakers Urge Donald Trump to Press Xi Jinping on Trade, Fentanyl, Human Rights Ahead of Summit

PM Modi Reduces Convoy Size After Austerity Appeal, Signals Leadership by Example Amid Global Uncertainty

Pentagon Refuses to Release Detailed Battle Damage Assessments on Iran Conflict as Lawmakers Demand Transparency

Lindsey Graham Questions Pakistan’s Role as Iran Mediator Over Alleged Iranian Aircraft at Airbases

Donald Trump Says Russia-Ukraine Peace Deal ‘Very Close’, Signals Possible End to War

“Totally Unacceptable”, Says Trump as He Rejects Iran’s Ceasefire Response to US Peace Proposal

Indian Markets Gain as Crude Softens, Rupee Firms and Bond Yields Ease

Trump Announces 3-Day Russia-Ukraine Ceasefire, Hints at Path to End War

Indian Stock Markets Fall 0.7% as US-Iran Tensions Shake Global Investor Sentiment

Iran Claims Full Control of Strait of Hormuz, Says Ships Need Permission to Pass

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