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Pakistan to Chair UN Taliban Panel, Vice-Lead Counter-Terror Committee

04 Jun 2025

In a step that is filled with irony and controversy, Pakistan will be presiding over the United Nations Security Council's Taliban Sanctions Committee in 2025. It will also be vice-chair of the Council's Counter-Terrorism Committee. This follows despite Pakistan's long history of hosting UN-designated terrorists. It comes amidst increasing international...

US-Backed Gaza Aid Group Halts Operations as UN Prepares Ceasefire Vote

04 Jun 2025

The US-funded Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) suspended all aid distribution on Wednesday, calling on Israel to enhance civilian security in and around its food distribution points. The suspension came a day after Israeli soldiers fired on Palestinians near one of the GHF aid centers, leaving at least 27 dead, the...

Trump Doubles Metal Tariffs to 50% as ‘Best Offer’ Deadline Hits

04 Jun 2025

The US has doubled tariffs on most imported steel and aluminum to 50% from 25%, effective Wednesday. President Donald Trump unexpected action is a dramatic acceleration of his escalating global trade war. The move comes ahead of a self-imposed deadline for trading partners to present their "best offer" to avert...

‘Thug Life’ Faces Ban in Karnataka After Kamal Haasan’s Language Remark

03 Jun 2025

Actor Kamal Haasan's controversial comments regarding the Kannada language have caused the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce (KFCC) to halt the release of the movie 'Thug Life' in Karnataka. Kamal Haasan’s claim that Kannada derives from Tamil sparked widespread indignation across the state. The KFCC has responded by taking a...

Dutch Government Collapses After Wilders’ Far-Right PVV Quits Coalition

03 Jun 2025

The Dutch government is under a crisis of politics following the sudden withdrawal of far-right Party for Freedom (PVV) led by Geert Wilders from the ruling coalition on Tuesday. Wilders' action risks bringing down the weak right-wing government and almost certainly precipitating snap elections. This came at a moment when...

Trump Adm Unveils Plan to Expand Drilling Across Alaska’s Protected Lands

03 Jun 2025

The Trump administration has called for a major rollback of Biden-era limits on oil and gas drilling in Alaska's National Petroleum Reserve. The move opens millions of acres of public land to more energy development. It aligns with Trump’s broader goal to boost domestic fuel production and cut regulations. The...

Stephen Harper Calls Khalistanis a Threat, Urges Parties to Cut Ties and Back India

03 Jun 2025

Former Canadian PM Stephen Harper has appealed to all Canadian political parties to cut ties with separatist groups attacking India, including Khalistani groups. Addressing a Canada-India charity event in Brampton, Stephen Harper referred to the Khalistan movement as a fringe group and warned that its existence is a danger to...

Antonio Guterres Urges Independent Probe After 21 Dead in Rafah Aid Line

03 Jun 2025

Palestinians shot dead in Gaza while queuing for food outside a Rafah aid centre have sparked outrage and global concern. It is reported that Israeli troops fired on civilians. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has demanded an immediate and impartial inquiry. The Israeli army is denying any role, while video footage...

Russia to Complete S-400 Missile Defence System Delivery to India by 2026

03 Jun 2025

Russia has reaffirmed that it will supply the last two units of the S-400 missile defence system to India in 2025–2026. The declaration comes amidst India's increased air defence focus and follows the system's reportedly effective performance during recent border tensions with Pakistan. The move also indicates closer strategic collaboration...

South Korea Vote for President, Seek Stability After Martial Law Crisis

03 Jun 2025

South Korea conducted a high-stakes presidential election on Tuesday to put behind the shock of former President Yoon Suk Yeol's short-lived declaration of martial law. His move, announced on December 3, created a six-month political crisis, resulting in his impeachment and ouster on April 4. Citizens now wish to bring...

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