🌍 World Geopolitics

Very excited to invite India to join Pax Silica, says top U.S. official

U.S. President Donald Trump issued an Executive Order removing the punitive 25% tariffs imposed on India for its purchases of Russian oil

UAE 2026 investment guide: Step-by-step tips to buy an off-plan property in Dubai, with costs and risks

Buying off-plan property in Dubai offers strategic entry into the market with flexible payment plans and potential price appreciation. Read on as we outline ...

Nazi Slogans, 'Blood' Swastika: How Russia University Attack Unfolded

Russia's Interior ministry said the accused stabbed several students in the dormitory.

Four Indian students among several injured in stabbing attack in Russia

The Russian Federal Health Ministry said that four people injured in the attack are receiving medical care. One is in serious condition, while three others a...

US pushing Russia & Ukraine to end war by June: Zelenskyy

Kyiv Agrees To New Round Of Talks In Miami

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,445

These are the key developments from day 1,445 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

All About Muhammad Yunus, The Nobel Laureate Leading Bangladesh's Interim Government

Muhammad Yunus was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2006 for his efforts to combat poverty

UK considers targeting Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’ in new escalation against Moscow

Britain is exploring military options to seize Russia-linked shadow fleet tankers, potentially opening a new front against Moscow as its oil revenues decline...

4 Indian Students Injured After Knife Attack In Russian College: Embassy

The local media said two police officers were also injured.

Haiti’s transitional council hands power to US-backed prime minister

Move comes after council tried to oust PM Fils-Aime and the US recently deployed warship to waters near Haiti’s capital.

Indian Among 8 Injured In Russia University Stabbing

The Investigative Committee has launched a probe into the incident.

PM Modi Shares Car Ride With Malaysian Counterpart On Way To Community Meet

Anwar Ibrahim personally came to receive PM Modi.

Will pro-military message bring Thailand’s ‘most hawkish’ party to power?

Thailand's border war with Cambodia has fuelled an election campaign as nationalistic sentiments surge in the country.

US Gave June Deadline To Ukraine, Russia For Peace Deal: Zelensky

The latest deadline follows US-brokered trilateral talks in Abu Dhabi that produced no breakthrough

The Black Market For Russian And Iranian Oil Is In Trouble

The exact size of the black-market glut is difficult to ascertain

U.K. court jails Russian captain for 6 years for fatal North Sea crash

The collision at speed in March 2025 set the cargo ship and the anchored oil tanker vessels ablaze and triggered a massive offshore rescue operation

China says expiration of U.S.-Russia arms treaty regrettable

“China regrets the expiration of the New START ⁠Treaty, as the treaty is of great significance to maintaining global strategic stability,” Chinese Foreign Mi...

Ukraine, Russia swap prisoners, U.S. says 'work remains' to end war

As talks were underway, large swathes of the Ukrainian capital were still without heating in sub-zero temperatures, after successive Russian strikes knocked ...

Pentagon Asked To Investigate Elon Musk's SpaceX For Chinese Ownership

Democratic US senators on Thursday urged the Pentagon to conduct an immediate review of SpaceX

Pentagon asked to probe SpaceX for potential Chinese ownership

The senators warned that any ‍Chinese ownership could trigger U.S. rules governing foreign ownership, control or influence, known as FOCI, given the potentia...

Swatting During Brighton IRL Stream: Police detain Tubbo’s group after hoax call; streamer vows caution

Twitch streamer Tubbo revealed he was swatted during a live IRL pub crawl stream in Brighton after a false report claimed his friend was carrying a knife and...

Kremlin regrets end of nuclear weapons treaty with U.S.

The ‍Kremlin said ​that it ‌could ​neither confirm nor deny reports that French President Emmanuel Macron’s top diplomat ​had visited ⁠Moscow this week

AspenKartier Animal Cruelty Arrest: Brookhaven police win PETA award; puppy rescued in Georgia

Brookhaven Police arrested Twitch streamer Aspen “AspenKartier” Easterling after viral clips allegedly captured her hitting her three month old puppy during ...

Job scams in Saudi Arabia or UAE's Dubai, Abu Dhabi: How to spot fake offers, agents and avoid getting duped in the Gulf

Gulf job seekers face sophisticated scams, with fraudsters using AI and social media to lure victims. Authorities warn against upfront fees for visas or proc...

Ensuring energy security for 1.4 billion people India's top priority: MEA after U.S. claim on Russian oil purchase

"Diversifying our energy sourcing in keeping with objective market conditions and evolving international dynamics is at the core of our strategy to ensure th...

Why Did Xi Jinping Hold Back-To-Back Calls With Putin, Trump?

Xi's video call with Putin was followed just hours later by a phone call with Trump.

US And Russia Enter Uncertain Era As Key Nuclear Pact Expires

Trump will decide the path forward on nuclear arms control, White House said.

Russia-Ukraine talks conclude without breakthrough on ending war

The two warring sides exchange 157 prisoners of war each, but no breakthrough towards ending Russia's war.

Russia-Ukraine talks end with agreement on prisoner swap

Russian state news agency RIA reports that Russia and Ukraine have exchanged 157 prisoners of war each.

Famine conditions spread to more towns in Sudan’s Darfur, experts warn

Food security experts say famine thresholds for acute malnutrition exceeded in Darfur's Um Baru and Kernoi.

ICE Can't Make Warrantless Arrests In Oregon Unless There's Risk Of Escape

The preliminary injunction will remain in effect while the lawsuit proceeds.

Israeli air attacks on Lebanon reach highest level since ceasefire: Report

Israeli warplanes conducted more than 50 raids on Lebanon last month amid major surge in attacks, says refugee NGO.

Russia says will act responsibly despite New START nuclear treaty expiry

Both Beijing and Moscow expressed regret at lapse of last Russia-US nuclear arms control treaty.

New START’s expiry risks pushing the world to unchecked nuclear rivalry

For the first time since 1972, there are no legally binding limits on the number of strategic nuclear weapons the U.S. and Russia can deploy

India free to buy oil from any supplier: Russia after Trump’s claim

India has always purchased these products from other countries. Therefore, we see nothing new here, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.

US Senators unveil bill to prevent scam ads on social media platforms

The bipartisan bill, called the Safeguarding Consumers from Advertising Misconduct Act, ​or the SCAM Act, would require social media platforms to take “reaso...

Gunmen kill nearly 200 people in Nigeria

Nearly 200 people have been killed in gunmen attacks across Nigeria’s Kwara and Katsina states.

Russian Oil : 'রাশিয়ার কাছ থেকে তেল কিনবে না ভারত', ট্রাম্পের দাবি নিয়ে কী বলল রাশিয়া ?

নয়াদিল্লি : রাশিয়ার কাছ থেকে তেল কেনা বন্ধ করে দিতে সম্মত হয়েছে ভারত। ভারত-আমেরিকা বাণিজ্য চুক্তিতে তা রয়েছে বলে দাবি করেছেন ডোনাল্ড ট্রাম্প। আমেরিকার প্রেসি...

Russia-Ukraine war live: US says 314 prisoners to be exchanged amid talks

As fighting rages, Ukrainian and Russian negotiators continue US-brokered talks in UAE after 'productive' first day.

Russia is trying to de-escalate Iran tensions, Kremlin says

Asked if ​Russia was discussing ⁠with Iran and the United States the possibility of taking ​Iranian enriched ⁠uranium, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov sai...

Gaza’s Rafah crossing makes limited reopening after two-year war

Israel said the crossing had opened in a test, and the Israeli military agency that controls aid to Gaza said residents could begin crossing Monday. But only...

China criticises Grammy Award for Dalai Lama

Russia witnessed ‘four moons’ over St. Petersburg in an unusual sky display, leaving stargazers speechless | Watch

Trump hopeful of Iran deal after Khamenei warns of regional war

As tensions heightened between Iran and the United States, Tehran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Sunday (February 1) said he was concerned about "misca...

"Get Facts Straight": Trump Warns "Loser" Trevor Noah Of Lawsuit After Epstein Jibe

Trump made it clear that whatever Noah said about him with regard to Epstein files is "incorrect."

Iran eyes progress towards US nuclear talks as tension eases

Iran examines regional proposals to ease tensions with the US as it expects a framework for talks in the coming days.

'A total loser': Trump lashes out at Trevor Noah over Epstein Island joke at Grammy Awards; threatens to sue him

President Donald Trump has threatened to sue comedian Trevor Noah for defamation after Noah joked during the Grammy Awards that Trump visited Epstein Island ...

Grammy Awards 2026: Justin Bieber flaunts abs, tattoos as he performs 'Yukon' on stage

The popstar was in the race for four awards this year, incluing, Album of the Year and Best Pop Vocal Album for SWAG, Best Pop Solo Performance for ‘Daises’,...

Dalai Lama on winning the Grammy Award: It is a shared responsibility, not personal achievement

The Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, won his first Grammy in the category of Best audiobook narration for his spoken-word album, ‘Meditations: The Reflections of H...

UAE weather forecast: Will fog, rain disrupt commute?

Residents and visitors in the UAE can expect a mix of humidity-driven fog and pleasant daytime warmth on February 02, 2026. The National Centre of Meteorolog...