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Russia claims capturing 3 more villages in eastern Ukraine amid grinding offensive

Russia on Monday claimed fresh gains in its eastern Ukraine offensive, announcing the capture of three more villages as Kyiv’s forces struggle to hold the line.

Macron, Zelensky sign deal for Ukraine to acquire 100 Rafale fighter jets

France and Ukraine on Monday signed a letter of intent for Kyiv to acquire up to 100 Rafale fighter jets and advanced air defence systems, marking a significant step in strengthening Ukraine’s long-term military capabilities amid its war with Russia.

Sheikh Hasina convicted: 5 charges that Bangladesh court examined

Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal on Monday sentenced former Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina to death on three out of five counts as it delivered a verdict in the crimes against humanity case.

Why does Trump retreat as Xi champions climate talks? US has oil, China critical minerals to sell

With the United States absent from the UN climate summit for the first time in 30 years, China has stepped into centre stage at COP30, showcasing its clean-energy clout and taking on roles once occupied by Washington.

‘Imprisonment until death’: Why Bangladesh has sentenced Sheikh Hasina to death

A year after she was ousted from power, Sheikh Hasina was sentenced to death by the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT). She was convicted of crimes against humanity, including murder and ordering the use of lethal weapons against protesters during the 2024 student uprising. It is a dramatic moment for Bangladesh, and poses a bigger question: How will the verdict be implemented against the former PM, who is in exile in India?

US-Pakistan relationship has ‘never looked so good’, says envoy

As Donald Trump and Asim Munir have joined hands, the relationship between the United States and Pakistan has 'never looked so good', according to Rizwan Shaikh, Pakistan’s ambassador to the United States.

'Biased, politically motivated': Hasina rejects Bangladesh court verdict in 5-page statement

Moments after she was sentenced to death, Bangladesh's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina condemned the country's International Crimes Tribunal verdict, calling it 'biased and politically motivated'

‘Historic deal': Zelensky meets Macron in France to secure major air defence pact

Zelensky met France's Macron near Paris as he sought a major air defence deal, including fighter jets, amid mounting pressure at home and on the battlefield.

South Korea proposes military dialogue as incursions by North intensify

South Korea has proposed military talks with North Korea after repeated incursions across the military demarcation line, seeking to prevent border clashes and ease tensions.

Hasina rejects Bangladesh tribunal verdict as 'fake, fabricated', vows to fight back: Report

As Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) sentences the country's former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to death, sources close to her believe that the deposed premier will 'fight the verdict'.

Japan scrambles jets over suspected Chinese drone amid major diplomatic row after Takaichi’s remarks

Japan scrambled fighter jets after spotting a suspected Chinese drone near its southernmost island, deepening tensions with Beijing following Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s recent remarks on Taiwan.

Bangladesh: Sheikh Hasina awarded death sentence in 2024 mass protests case

Bangladesh's International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has awarded a death sentence to former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in the crimes against humanity case related to her handling of last year's mass protests.

Trump’s new warning: US to ‘very severely sanction’ any country doing business with Russia

US President Donald Trump has said that any country doing trade with Russia will be 'very severely sanctioned'. However, he did not address the fact —as stated by Vladimir Putin— that the US-Russia trade has increased by 20% in his second term.

Saudi Arabia crash tragedy: 42 Indian pilgrims killed in bus–tanker collision; govt releases full passenger list

At least 42 Indian Umrah pilgrims from Hyderabad were killed early Monday when a bus travelling from Mecca to Madinah crashed into a diesel tanker near Mufrihat in Saudi Arabia. Here is the list of all the passengers onboard the bus.

Trump plans tighter green card rules for citizens of ‘travel ban’ nations: Who will be hit?

The US administration is reportedly planning to curb green card access for citizens of countries hit by President Donald Trump's travel ban. While the plan is still being discussed, if it goes ahead, it would make it harder for certain immigrants to move toward permanent residency in the country

‘I’m alive, will bring these criminals to justice’: Sheikh Hasina unleashes Awami League against Yunus

Former Prime Minister of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina took a defiant stance as Dhaka prepares to hear the final verdict of its International Crimes Tribunal on the crime against humanity case against her.

What is Cartel de los Soles, the drug trafficking organisation at the centre of US-Venezuela tensions?

The Trump-led administration is ramping up its fight against Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro. From November 24, the US will recognise the Cartel de los Soles as a foreign terrorist organisation. This move will effectively designate the Venezuelan president as a terrorist as well, as Washington claims that the drug-trafficking organisation is led by him and the country’s top officials

US cracks down on immigrants: Border Patrol arrests 81 from North Carolina’s Charlotte

Federal agents arrested at least 81 people in Charlotte in just five hours on Saturday, marking a sharp escalation in the Trump administration’s mass deportation drive

Sheikh Hasina verdict in Bangladesh shortly: Blasts, arson attacks keep Dhaka on edge

Ahead of the verdict in Sheikh Hasina's 'crimes against humanity' case, Bangladesh's capital Dhaka is on the edge with cases of blasts and arson amid calls for a shutdown. The prosecutors have sought death penalty for her.

Xi rattled by Takaichi? China sends ships to patrol islands claimed by Japan after Taiwan remarks

Amid the brewing diplomatic feud between Japan and China, Beijing on Sunday sent Coast Guard ships to patrol near islands claimed by both nations.

Philippines: Over 600,000 protesters hit Manila streets seeking probe into flood-control scam

Mass protests led by Iglesia Ni Cristo erupt over alleged corruption in flood-control projects in the Philippines, pressuring President Marcos to deliver real accountability as frustration grows over stalled inquiries and fading public trust.

Russian missile strikes in eastern Ukraine kill 3, injure several, including children

Russian overnight strikes on Balakliya in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region killed three people and wounded at least ten, including children, local officials said.

’Respect and dignity’: Iran defines keywords to resume nuclear deal talks with US

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday that Tehran is willing to restart nuclear pact talks with the United States, provided they are conducted with 'dignity and respect'

Illegal vendors flood back to Canal Street weeks after ICE crackdown, selling counterfeit Chanel bags, iPhones

Illegal street vendors have swiftly returned to Canal Street less than a month after ICE raids, despite heightened fears and repeated police interventions.

Japanese tourism, retail stocks tumble as China warns citizens against travel amid Taiwan dispute

Japanese markets plunged after China urged its citizens to avoid travelling to Japan, escalating a diplomatic row sparked by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments on a potential Taiwan conflict.

42 Indian pilgrims feared killed in Saudi Arabia road crash on Mecca-Medina route

At least 42 pilgrims were feared dead after a bus carrying them from Mecca to Medina in Saudi Arabia collided with a diesel tanker.

Three killed as US anti-narcotics operation turns deadly in Pacific amid Trump’s possible dialogue with Maduro

The latest US strike on an alleged drug trafficking boat in the eastern Pacific on Saturday killed three. Tension escalates even as Trump hints at possible talks with Venezuelan President, Nicolas Maduro.

United Airlines flight makes emergency landing after passenger claims wife’s luggage had a bomb

A United Airlines flight was diverted to St. Louis after a passenger allegedly claimed a bomb was in his wife’s luggage.

Australia rejects Turkey’s co-hosting bid, reaffirms Adelaide push for 2025 UN climate summit

Australia has rejected Turkey’s proposal to co-host COP31, leaving the two rival bids in a stalemate that could push the summit to Germany

'Don't need lectures': Netanyahu rejects Palestine State idea two days after US proposal at UN

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that he would oppose any attempt to establish a Palestinian state ahead of the UNSC vote on the US proposal to end the Gaza War.