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Pakistan PM Shehbaz thanks Trump for ceasefire extension, citing Pakistan request

Sharif said he hoped the parties would be able to reach “a comprehensive peace deal” during the next round of talks expected in Islamabad, aimed at resolving the conflict.

Nandigram ground report: TMC’s ‘Hindu turn’ in battle to wrest Suvendu Adhikari’s seat

The party has fielded the BJP leader’s former aide, Pabitra Kar, to avenge Mamata Banerjee’s narrow loss in 2021.

مشاور کاخ سفید: ریسک‌های مرتبط با ایران یک خطر جدی بلندمدت برای قیمت جهانی نفت است

پیتر ناوارو، مشاور کاخ سفید، در ایکس نوشت ریسک‌های ژئوپولیتیک مرتبط با ایران همچنان تهدیدی بلندمدت برای قیمت جهانی نفت است و حذف آن می‌تواند هزینه انرژی را کاهش دهد. او افزود برآوردها نشان می‌دهد نگرانی از اختلال در تنگه هرمز حدود ۵ تا ۱۵ دلار به قیمت هر بشکه نفت افزوده است.

Lok Sabha panel concludes probe against Justice Yashwant Varma

The three-member panel led by Justice Aravind Kumar will send its report to Lok Sabha, saying no further proceedings are needed. | India News

Section of Congress divided over action against 2 minority leaders

Karnataka Congress faces internal strife over discipline actions against leaders, raising concerns about minority voter alienation and party unity ahead of elections.| India News

Ukrainian army’s mercenaries from Africa eventually realize choice was wrong — volunteer

Some mercenaries join the Ukrainian army without knowing the situation inside, Nabillari Isan, who serves in one of the Russian Defense Ministry’s units, says

Controversy over opening rooms storing polling material in Kerala, CEO steps in

Chief Electoral Officer issues direction that any strong room or unsealed room should not be opened till the counting of votes

OIC strongly condemns plot targeting security, stability of UAE

JEDDAH: The General Secretariat of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has expressed its strong condemnation and denunciation of the terrorist plot that aimed to undermine the national unity and stability of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which was foiled thanks to the vigilance of the UAE security services.The OIC General Secretariat affirms its full solidarity with the UAE and its support for all the measures it takes to maintain its security and stability and protect its territory...

'हारने वाले शर्तें नहीं थोप सकते', ट्रंप के सीजफायर एक्सटेंशन को ईरान ने ठुकराया

Acting AG Todd Blanche says SPLC fraud indictment is not politically motivated, calls conduct 'egregious'

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said a federal indictment of the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) was not politically motivated during an appearance Tuesday on "The Ingraham Angle."The Alabama-based civil rights group was federally indicted Tuesday on fraud charges and is accused of funneling millions of dollars to pay informants to infiltrate extremist groups like the Ku Klux Klan."That indictment is free for everybody to read, and if the takeaway is that that's political, I mean, I thin...

'Trust & confidence reposed': Pak PM thanks Trump for ceasefire extension

Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif thanked US President Trump for extending the Iran conflict ceasefire, hoping for lasting peace. Sharif expressed optimism for a 'Peace Deal' in upcoming Islamabad talks, emphasizing Pakistan's continued mediation. Despite the truce extension, uncertainty lingers due to Iran's conditional engagement and the US naval blockade, though global leaders cautiously welcome the de-escalation.

Virginia approves redistricting plan that could help Democrats gain four more House seats

NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsVirginia approves redistricting plan that could help Democrats gain four more House seatsThis redistricting referendum also marks a setback for President Donald TrumpDavid A. Lieb Wednesday 22 April 2026 02:31 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":true,"showBookmark":t...

No rival, no suspense, no problem: Sunetra Pawar’s unusual campaign debut in Baramati

On the last day of campaigning in the Pawar stronghold, The Indian Express visited Baramati to find a candidate too busy for rallies and a constituency that had already made up its mind. The question here is not who wins — it's by how much.

How Hong Kong can actively shape the foreign policy debate

A year ago, after more than a decade in the United Kingdom and several years in the United States – including time working for the United Nations in New York City – I returned to Asia and arrived in Hong Kong expecting it to also be a leading hub for international relations. Hong Kong is often described as a “superconnector” between China and the world. Yet in one crucial domain – the study and practice of international relations – the city remains a paradox: globally connected, intellectually.....

BJP has sealed its fate with its words: TMC on 'didi o didi' to 'ei didi' remarks

BJP has sealed its fate with its words TMC on didi o didi to ei didi remarks

Military planners to discuss Hormuz reopening in London

Military planners from more than 30 countries will hold two-day talks in London from Wednesday to advance a mission to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and draw up detailed plans, the British government said. More than a dozen countries said last week they were willing to join an international mission, led by Britain and France, to protect ‌shipping in the Strait of Hormuz when conditions permit. The commitment came after some 50 countries from Europe, Asia and the Middle East joined a video c...

Trump: Government of Iran 'seriously fractured'

The government of Iran is "seriously fractured", the reason cited by US President Donald Trump for the US delaying a potential strike on Iran indefinitely.The US leader stated that the decision was also made after a request from Pakistan’s leadership.Meanwhile, the US Navy is keeping the Iran blockade in place and the its forces on standby.“Based on the fact that the Government of Iran is seriously fractured… we have been asked to hold our Attack… I have therefore directed our Military to contin...

Kash Patel clashes with NBC reporter over 'baseless' Atlantic story allegations at press conference

FBI Director Kash Patel got into a heated exchange with NBC News reporter Ryan Reilly on Tuesday over his $250 million lawsuit against The Atlantic for what he claims is a fraudulent story.During a news conference with Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche on an indictment against the Southern Poverty Law Center, Patel was asked to comment on the story by The Atlantic, including security concerns over his alleged excessive drinking and frequent absences.Patel denied that he's ever been intoxicate...

Iran participating in negotiations with US with "its finger on trigger" — Iranian diplomat

Mir Masoud Hosseinian says Tehran is ready to defend its land and people by any means necessary

PM Shehbaz congratulates Bulgaria’s Radev on ‘historic victory’

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday congratulated Rumen Radev on what he described as a “historic victory” in Bulgaria’s recent parliamentary elections. In a post shared by the PM Shehbaz on X, he said Pakistan “values its cordial and friendly relations” with Bulgaria and expressed hope for closer cooperation with the incoming government. I congratulate H.E. Mr Rumen Radev on his historic victory in the recently held Parliamentary elections in Bulgaria. Pak...