Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared that Israel will enter Gaza “with full force”, dismissing any possibility of halting military operations despite ongoing diplomatic efforts for a ceasefire. His statement follows the release of US-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander, who had been held captive by Hamas since October 7, 2023. Netanyahu’s Statement & Military Strategy…
Bangladesh’s interim leader Muhammad Yunus has reversed his stance on India’s Northeast, now advocating for an integrated economic plan that includes Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, and the Seven Sister states of India. Why Did Yunus Change His Position? Bangladesh’s New Economic Proposal India’s Response & Future Outlook With Yunus now advocating for regional economic integration, India’s…
Iran has declared that the ongoing nuclear negotiations with the United States have become “much more serious and frank”, but firmly rejected Washington’s demand to dismantle its nuclear infrastructure. Iran’s Stance on Nuclear Facilities During the fourth round of nuclear talks in Oman, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reiterated that Tehran will not relinquish its peaceful…
In his first public remarks following the temporary truce on tariffs between the United States and China, Chinese President Xi Jinping took a firm stance against trade wars and economic bullying. Addressing a gathering of Latin American and Caribbean officials in Beijing, Xi emphasized that “bullying or hegemonism only leads to self-isolation”, a statement widely…
Amid the recent India-Pakistan conflict, Turkey emerged as one of the few nations openly backing Islamabad, raising questions about Ankara’s geopolitical motives. Experts suggest that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s vision of reviving the Ottoman Empire is a key factor driving Turkey’s support for Pakistan. Turkey’s Military Assistance to Pakistan While China’s support for Pakistan…
The fragile India-Pakistan ceasefire could be at risk if New Delhi refuses to reverse the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), warned Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar. His statement comes amid heightened tensions following India’s decision to suspend the treaty after the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, which claimed 26…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed hope for a ceasefire with Russia, following Russian President Vladimir Putin’s offer for direct peace talks in Turkey on May 15. Zelensky, in a statement on May 11, reiterated Ukraine’s demand for a 30-day unconditional ceasefire before negotiations begin. He emphasized that a full and reliable truce must be…
Bangladesh’s interim government, led by Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus, has officially banned the Awami League, the country’s oldest political party, under the Anti-Terrorism Act. The decision, announced on May 10, 2025, follows months of political unrest and demands from various groups for the party’s dissolution. Government’s Justification for the Ban According to an official statement,…
Bangladesh’s Chief Advisor Muhammad Yunus has welcomed the India-Pakistan ceasefire, praising the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for agreeing to de-escalate tensions. In a statement issued on May 10, Yunus commended the two leaders for their decision to engage in diplomatic talks following days of military hostilities. He also…
Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir has reportedly been absent from public view following India’s Operation Sindoor, which targeted nine terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) in retaliation for the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack. Munir’s Absence Raises Questions Pakistan’s Response to Operation Sindoor Military & Political Implications As tensions escalate, Munir’s next…
