India mounted a strong diplomatic counterattack against Pakistan at the platform of the United Nations Security Council after references were made to Jammu and Kashmir in the course of deliberations, accusing Islamabad of attempting to misuse international forums while ignoring its own record on issues related to terrorism and regional stability. According to diplomatic sources,...
Israeli airstrikes targeting multiple locations in southern Lebanon killed at least 19 people, including women and children, intensifying fears that the fragile ceasefire arrangement between Israel and Hezbollah is rapidly deteriorating. The deadly attacks marked one of the most severe escalations in recent weeks and added further uncertainty to ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at stabilizing...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ongoing Europe tour triggered a diplomatic and media controversy after a tense exchange unfolded between senior Indian diplomat Sibi George and Norwegian journalists during an official press briefing in Oslo. The confrontation centered around questions regarding press freedom, human rights, and the Prime Minister’s decision not to take questions from reporters...
Russian President Vladimir Putin is scheduled to undertake a high-profile two-day visit to China on May 19 and 20, marking a significant diplomatic development that comes immediately after U.S. President Donald Trump concluded his widely watched visit to Beijing. The visit is expected to reinforce the increasingly close strategic partnership between Moscow and Beijing at...
Chinese President Xi Jinping and US President Donald Trump held extensive high-level talks in Beijing, where both leaders reportedly reached a series of new common understandings aimed at improving bilateral ties and reducing strategic tensions between the world’s two largest economies. The discussions took place during Trump’s multi-day visit to China, marking the first visit...
Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered a strong warning over the Taiwan issue as he opened crucial summit discussions with former U.S. President Donald Trump, cautioning that any escalation surrounding Taiwan could lead to direct conflict between China and the United States. The remarks came at the start of a highly anticipated summit aimed at stabilizing...
India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar held high-level discussions with the Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations and exploring new areas of cooperation across trade, energy, digital innovation, and people-to-people ties. The talks underscored both nations’ commitment to deepening engagement within the Global South framework and enhancing mutually beneficial partnerships....
The United States has announced a phased closure of its consulate in Peshawar, Pakistan, citing concerns over the safety of diplomatic personnel and a broader effort to streamline its overseas operations. The decision reflects a strategic recalibration of Washington’s diplomatic footprint in the region, particularly in areas close to geopolitical hotspots. According to official statements,...
In a significant diplomatic engagement reflecting growing regional concerns, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar held a detailed conversation with his Iranian counterpart Seyed Abbas Araqchi to assess the evolving geopolitical situation in West Asia and reinforce efforts toward peace and stability. The interaction, conducted via a late-night telephone call, focused primarily on the ongoing tensions...
In the latest 2026 global power rankings, the United States has once again secured the top position, reaffirming its dominance as the world’s most influential nation. The rankings, prepared by an international research body that assesses national power using a wide range of indicators, measure how effectively countries can shape global political, economic, and security...