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Trump Steps Back from India-Pakistan Mediation Claim: Credits Peace to “Two Smart Leaders”

Washington – In a significant shift from his earlier stance, U.S. President Donald Trump has walked back his claim of intervening in the India–Pakistan conflict. Instead, he now attributes the de-escalation to the decisive dialogue between the leaders of both nations, calling them “two smart leaders” who chose peace over war. This marks the first Read More…

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One Visa, Six Nations: GCC’s Unified Tourist Visa Set to Transform Gulf Travel and Job Market

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is preparing to launch a unified tourist visa — the GCC Grand Tours Visa — modeled on the European Union’s Schengen system. The visa will allow seamless travel across all six member nations: UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, and Oman. Announcing the plan, UAE Minister of Economy Abdulla bin Read More…

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G7 Stands Firm with Israel, Condemns Iran as Mideast Crisis Deepens; Trump Urges Tehran Evacuation

The G7 nations have delivered a strong and unified message backing Israel’s right to self-defense while calling out Iran as a destabilizing force in the Middle East. In a joint declaration from the summit in Kananaskis, Canada, G7 leaders reaffirmed their full support for Israel’s security and warned that Iran must never be allowed to Read More…

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Global Oil Prices Soar Amid Iran-Israel Tensions — India Braces for Potential Fuel Price Hike

New Delhi: Rising tensions between Iran and Israel have triggered a sharp spike in global crude oil prices, sending Brent crude — India’s key oil benchmark — surging past $75 per barrel. The 1.24% uptick from the previous day’s close reflects growing concerns over supply disruptions in the region. The escalation began after Israel’s airstrike Read More…

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Midnight Strike: Iran Launches Missile Barrage on Israel – 1 Dead, 63 Injured

Tel Aviv – Tensions in the Middle East escalated dramatically as Iran launched a fierce missile assault on Israel shortly after midnight, killing one woman and injuring at least 63 others, The Times of Israel reported. The unprecedented barrage saw dozens of ballistic missiles raining down on major Israeli cities, with Tel Aviv bearing the Read More…

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Trump’s Tariffs Rejected: U.S. Trade Court Rules Former President Overstepped Authority

The U.S. Court of International Trade has struck down a series of sweeping tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump, declaring that he exceeded his executive authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The ruling invalidates key tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, which were justified by Trump as responses to Read More…

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US Halts New Student Visa Appointments: Indian Students Face Uncertainty Amid Expanded Vetting Measures

The Trump administration has temporarily halted the scheduling of new student visa interviews at U.S. embassies and consulates worldwide. Announced on May 27, 2025, the pause is part of a broader plan to intensify social media vetting for F, M, and J visa applicants—categories that cover most international students and exchange visitors. While already scheduled Read More…

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Donald Trump Lands in Saudi Arabia, Kicks Off Gulf Visit Aimed at Securing Economic Deals

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Former U.S. President Donald Trump has arrived in Saudi Arabia, marking the beginning of a high-profile Gulf visit aimed at bolstering economic ties and exploring new trade and investment opportunities in the region. Upon landing in Riyadh, Trump was welcomed with a warm reception by Saudi officials, signaling the importance the Kingdom Read More…

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History Made: American Cardinal Robert Prevost Becomes Pope Leo XIV, First U.S. Pontiff in Catholic Church History

Vatican City: In a historic and unprecedented moment for the Roman Catholic Church, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States has been elected the new pope, taking the name Leo XIV. At 69 years old, he becomes the first American in history to ascend to the papacy, signaling a new era of leadership from Read More…