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Viktor Orban Meets Xi Jinping In Beijing Amid Ukraine Conflict And NATO Summit

02 Aug 2024 17:19 PM IST

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Monday, following a contentious visit to Moscow and a subsequent trip to Kyiv, which Orban described as part of a “peace mission.” The meeting, held at the Diaoyutai State Guesthouse, focused on discussions related to the

Japan Excludes Israel From Nagasaki Peace Ceremony Amid War

02 Aug 2024 17:09 PM IST

Nagasaki will not invite Israel to this year’s peace ceremony marking the 1945 atomic bombing, aiming to maintain a “peaceful and somber atmosphere,” Mayor Shiro Suzuki announced Wednesday. This decision contrasts with Hiroshima’s approach, where Israel’s invitation to their ceremony remains unaffected despite calls for exclusion. Security Concerns Cited

US Secretary Of State Affirms Opposition Victory In Venezuelan Presidential Election

02 Aug 2024 16:27 PM IST

In a bold assertion, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken stated that there is “overwhelming evidence” indicating that Venezuelan opposition candidate Edmundo González won the recent presidential election. Despite incumbent President Nicolás Maduro’s claims of victory, Blinken’s statement underscores a significant international challenge to the results announced by Venezuela’s government-controlled

Who Is Imane Khelif? Everything You Need To Know About The Algerian Boxer In Paris Olympics 2024 Gender Eligibility Controversy

02 Aug 2024 15:55 PM IST

Algerian boxer Imane Khelif finds herself embroiled in a gender eligibility controversy, which has intensified following her victory over Italian fighter Angela Carini at the Paris Olympics on August 1. Competing in her second Olympics, Khelif first represented Algeria at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics in 2021. Controversy has surrounded her

Biden Sings Happy Birthday To Hostage’s Daughter After U.S.-Russia Swap

02 Aug 2024 15:32 PM IST

After the historic prisoner exchange between the U.S. and Russia, which saw the release of around 24 people across several countries, President Joe Biden made a special appearance in the White House Dining Room on Wednesday. He was joined by the freed hostages as he addressed the nation about the

Evan Gershkovich Released After 491 Days In Russia

02 Aug 2024 15:30 PM IST

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich is finally back with his family after spending 491 days in detention in Russia. Before his release, Gershkovich made a bold request to the Russian government: he asked for an interview with President Vladimir Putin. Gershkovich, who had been held on espionage charges that

Axel Muganwa Rudakubana, UK Identifies Teen Charged In Southport Murders And Riots

02 Aug 2024 15:06 PM IST

Axel Muganwa Rudakubana is the name and face to the 17-year-old boy charged with the murders of three young girls in Southport, UK. Axel was presented in a Liverpool court on Thursday, where he faced three counts of murder and 10 counts of attempted murder. Despite being a minor, the

Turkey’s Strategic Role Shines In Major US-Russia Prisoner Swap

02 Aug 2024 14:55 PM IST

Turkey played a pivotal role in a landmark prisoner swap that took place over Thursday and Friday night, marking the largest such deal between the US and Russia since the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1990. The exchange, involving seven countries, saw the US release eight prisoners in exchange

Video: Mongolian Acrobat Shoots Arrow With Legs At Paris Olympics

02 Aug 2024 14:26 PM IST

At the Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony, Team Mongolia and Mongolian Acrobat captured global attention with their elaborately embroidered vests and traditionally accessorized uniforms, designed by Ulaanbaatar’s Michel & Amazonka. Adding to the excitement, a viral Instagram reel from @brutamerica showcased a remarkable display of Mongolian culture and skill. WATCH

King Charles III Reportedly Refuses To Take Prince Harry’s Calls Amid Royal Family Rift

02 Aug 2024 13:44 PM IST

King Charles III is reportedly “refusing to take Prince Harry’s calls,” according to a friend of the Duke of Sussex, as the rift within the Royal Family continues to widen. Friends of Prince Harry claim that the King is no longer responding to his estranged son’s calls or letters, exacerbating

Chancellor Scholz’s Promise To Biden Secured Release Of Evan Gershkovich And 15 others

02 Aug 2024 13:23 PM IST

The historic prisoner swap that led to the release of US journalist Evan Gershkovich and 15 others was enabled by a personal promise made by German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to US President Joe Biden during a White House visit. Despite initial uncertainties, the plan ultimately succeeded, culminating in the swap

India and Vietnam Commit to Enhancing Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Across All Sectors

02 Aug 2024 13:05 PM IST

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Vietnamese Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh met to discuss strengthening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and Vietnam. They agreed that closer cooperation is essential given the current geopolitical climate. The two leaders acknowledged their shared perspectives on global issues and supported a more prominent

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