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Gatecrash or misrepresentation? Did Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif interrupt Putin's closed-door meeting? Fact check
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif faced online criticism on Friday after video alleged that he entered a closed-door meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, at the International Forum for Peace and Trust in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. The video was later deleted, claiming that it may have been a “misrepresentation of […]
Anti-graft protests caused loss of $586m, says Nepal
September’s antigraft protests in Nepal unleashed a financial storm, resulting in losses surpassing $586 million and culminating in the resignation of PM KP Sharma Oli. With Sushila Karki now at the helm of an interim government, estimates for the necessary reconstruction are over $252 million. Source link
Karki’s interim govt gets 4 new ministers
In a significant reshuffle, Prime Minister Sushila Karki of Nepal has expanded her cabinet for the fourth time, swearing in four new ministers. This brings the council of ministers to a total of 14, highlighting the government’s commitment to inclusivity. The new members—Shraddha Shrestha, Madhav Chaulagain, Rajendra Singh Bhandari, and Kumar Ingnam—received their appointments from […]
Land strikes next? Trump ramps up threats against Venezuela over drug trafficking — watch
President Trump has warned of imminent land operations against Venezuela, citing a significant drop in maritime drug traffic. He asserted that those involved in drug smuggling are facing severe consequences. The US has also imposed new sanctions on Maduro’s family members and oil tankers, accusing them of funding a “corrupt narco-terrorist regime” and contributing to […]
Indian-origin millionaire arrested in US; Vikram Beri tried setting California winery on fire; crashed Tesla into two cars
An Indian-origin entrepreneur, Beri Vikram, was arrested in Saratoga, California, after allegedly attempting to start a fire, throwing a wine bottle, and crashing his Tesla into two parked cars at a winery. Vikram, founder of BetterLYF Wellness, was apprehended by deputies after resisting arrest and was subsequently charged with assault with a deadly weapon and […]
Denmark intel report warns of US military threat under Trump
A Danish intelligence report reveals the US is using its economic might to impose its will, even threatening allies with military force. This comes as China and Russia challenge Western influence, particularly in the strategically vital Arctic. The report highlights growing global interest in forging ties with China due to US unpredictability and a shift […]
Washington floods: Evacuations, road closures and Trump signs emergency declaration—what to know
Western Washington is grappling with severe flooding after an atmospheric river caused major river overflows and evacuations. Governor Ferguson announced a delay in the state budget rollout due to the crisis, but federal disaster aid has been approved. Road closures, including US-12 due to a landslide, and power outages continue to impact communities. Source link
US-seized tanker carrying Venezuelan crude sails toward Houston: Report
A massive oil tanker, the Skipper, carrying over 1.8 million barrels of Venezuelan crude, has been seized by the US and is reportedly en route to Houston. This move, part of a heightened pressure campaign against President Maduro, has intensified US-Venezuela tensions. Guyana’s maritime authority confirmed the tanker was falsely flying its flag, adding another […]