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China's military encirclement of Taiwan triggers global condemnation, heig
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
China's latest round of large-scale military drills surrounding Taiwan has drawn sharp international criticism, with governments and lawmakers warning that China's actions risk destabilising the Indo-Pacific and escalating regional tensions. The two-day exercise, which concluded on Dec. 31,
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From bonhomie to brinkmanship: India-US relations face test in Trump 2.0 e
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
India-US ties in 2025 saw public warmth coexist with sharp trade disputes and uncertainty under President Trump. While strategic engagement continued and leaders reaffirmed a "special" partnership, tariffs, differences over Pakistan, and geopolitical pressures strained relations, highlightin
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"Departure of Sheikh Hasina provided more space to religious hardliners":
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
South Asia analyst Michael Kugelman also added that New Delhi is likely to wait until after the next elections before making strong efforts to improve ties.
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From bonhomie to brinkmanship: India-US relations face test in Trump 2.0 e
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
India-US relations in 2025 were marked by mixed signals, with public warmth between leaders overshadowed by rising trade disputes, tariff hikes, and disagreements over mediation claims, even as both sides continued strategic engagement and described the partnership as "special."
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Turkish President Erdogan slams Israel's recognition of Somaliland as "ill
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
Turkish President Erdogan condemned Israel's recognition of Somaliland as "illegitimate and unacceptable", warning it could destabilise the Horn of Africa. Somalia also criticised the move as illegal, while analysts said it threatens regional stability and could spread Middle East tensions i
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China continues 'Justice Mission 2025' drills around Taiwan, showcases joi
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
China continued its "Justice Mission 2025" military drills around Taiwan, involving naval, air and ground forces. The exercises included simulated strikes, landing operations and live-fire drills, which Beijing said were meant to deter separatist forces and reinforce a red line on Taiwan.
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PTI leaders and Imran Khan's sisters denied meeting with him again, protes
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
PTI leaders and Imran Khan's sisters were again denied a meeting with him at Adiala Jail despite a court order, prompting a sit-in near the prison as party leaders accused authorities of violations and continued to press for access.
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China's drills around Taiwan prompt global alarm, lawmakers urge swift res
Updated : 2 months, 3 weeks ago IST
China held a second day of military drills with live-fire exercises around Taiwan, prompting lawmakers from the US, Germany and other democracies to warn of rising tensions and urge urgent support for Taiwan amid concerns over regional stability.
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China shifts focus to domestic consumption to stabilise growth amid trade
Updated : 2 months, 4 weeks ago IST
China is increasingly turning to domestic consumption as a key stabilising force for growth amid persistent global trade tensions, according to a recent Barclays outlook report, which highlights policy recalibration towards internal demand as external headwinds intensify.
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Bangladesh Envoy recalled to Dhaka over bilateral situation with India
Updated : 2 months, 4 weeks ago IST
The interim government of Bangladesh has recalled its High Commissioner to India, M Riaz Hamidullah, to Dhaka for consultations amid tensions in bilateral relations between the two countries, Prothom Alo reported, citing diplomatic sources.
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Pak: KP CM writes to Maryam Nawaz over 'discourtesy and hostility' during
Updated : 2 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has written to Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, alleging discourtesy, excessive security measures and a coordinated smear campaign during his Lahore visit, warning that such actions undermine federal harmony and national unity.
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"Finger pointing": India rejects Pakistan's claims on minority attacks, ci
Updated : 2 months, 4 weeks ago IST
Pakistan's record on minority rights has been shaped by decades of violence, systemic discrimination and social exclusion, with religious communities frequently facing mob attacks, communal unrest, restrictive laws and coercive religious conversions.
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