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Yunus under fire for poll claims

The backlash was sparked by Yunus’ comments during a visit to Japan earlier this week, where he reportedly said that “no one except one party wants elections in December.” Bangladesh’s fragile political

June 1, 2025

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Syria, Israel begin quiet talks

The announcement came just hours after Israeli warplanes reportedly carried out new airstrikes in Syria’s coastal provinces of Tartus and Latakia, hitting a range of military targets. Syria has confirmed the commencement

June 1, 2025

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Gaza truce deal hits new snag

US says Hamas’ reply to the ceasefire plan was “totally unacceptable” and accused the Palestinian group of dragging the negotiations backward. The latest attempt to broker a ceasefire in Gaza has hit

June 1, 2025

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IAEA flags Iran enrichment spike

The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), in two separate but related reports, said Iran has boosted its uranium stockpile enriched up to 60% purity by nearly 50% since February. Iran has vehemently

June 1, 2025

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US urges Asian allies to boost defence

Speaking at the annual Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth delivered a forceful address declaring that China is “rehearsing for the real deal” with military drills simulating a

June 1, 2025

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Baloch Insurgents Storm Surab

The fighters took control of the Pakistani Levies (paramilitary force) station, police station, Deputy Commissioner (DC) office, guest house, and bank, and damaged “enemy” infrastructure….reports Asian Lite News The Baloch Liberation Army

June 1, 2025

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Pakistan’s Shadow War in Balochistan

At least 50 killed by Pakistan-backed death squads in Balochistan in April, says HRCB — toll expected to rise in May….reports Asian Lite News The Human Rights Council of Balochistan (HRCB) reported

May 30, 2025

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Turkey’s Jet Roars, West Watches

It is visible that Turkey is intentionally reducing reliance on U.S. and Western military imports, especially F-16s and the failed F-35 partnership, to achieve strategic independence….writes Ankit V In 2016, Ankara announced

May 30, 2025

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White House: Israel OKs Gaza Truce

Hamas said Thursday that its leadership had received a new Gaza ceasefire proposal from Witkoff through the mediators and was studying it…reports Asian Lite News The White House said that Israel has

May 30, 2025

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No Talks Till Terror Ends: India to Pakistan

The MEA’s strong response came at a time when Pakistan, pushed on the backfoot by India’s decisive Operation Sindoor, has suddenly started talking about its intent on having peace talks with India….reports

May 29, 2025

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