Russia and Ukraine carry out attacks after Putin-Trump call
The attacks came hours after Vladimir Putin said Russia would stop targeting Ukrainian energy sites.
Day: March 19, 2025
Radio Free Europe sues Kari Lake and the Trump administration over funds termination – Axios
Radio Free Europe sues Kari Lake and the Trump administration over funds termination AxiosRadio Free Asia puts most staff on unpaid leave after grant termination ReutersFor Russia’s Regional Journalism, RFE/RL’s Closure a ‘Catastr…
“Capsule Full Of Grins”: Sunita Williams’ Fellow Astronaut After Splashdown
Home at last: After an unexpected nine-month stay in space, a pair of NASA astronauts finally returned to Earth on Tuesday, concluding a mission that captured global attention and became a political flashpoint.
India To Assemble 21 MQ-9B Predator Drones: Vivek Lall
India is set to significantly enhance its military capabilities by finalising a deal with the United States for the acquisition of 31 MQ-9B Predator drones, valued at approximately $3.9 billion.This agreement, which is expected to be signed soon, includes the establishment of a local assembly facility for 21 of these drones, marking a pivotal step in India’s defence modernisation efforts.The deal
Police arrest Istanbul mayor, a key Erdogan rival, over alleged corruption and terror links – The Associated Press
Police arrest Istanbul mayor, a key Erdogan rival, over alleged corruption and terror links The Associated PressTurkey detains Erdogan’s main rival on array of charges ReutersTurkey orders detention of Istanbul mayor, a rival of P…
Rajnath Singh Tells Netherlands Counterpart To Stop Arms Supplies To ‘Terrorism Sponsor’ Pakistan
During a recent meeting in New Delhi, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh urged his Dutch counterpart, Ruben Brekelmans, to halt arms supplies and military technology transfers to Pakistan, which India accuses of sponsoring terrorism.Singh emphasised that equipping Pakistan with defence systems undermines regional stability and security in South Asia, highlighting India’s long-standing struggle
Police arrest Istanbul mayor, a key Erdogan rival, over alleged corruption and terror links
Turkish police have arrested Istanbul’s mayor — a key rival of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan — as part of an investigation into alleged corruption and terror links.
A Look at PM Modi’s Diplomatic Successes on Global Level & His Power Moves
Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, India has solidified its position as a key global mediator and diplomatic force, earning recognition for its efforts in conflict resolution, counter-terrorism, and humanitarian initiatives. Notably, Poland’s Deputy Foreign Minister Władysław Teofil Bartoszewski acknowledged PM Modi’s intervention in persuading Russian President Vladimir Putin
‘Instead of Spreading Lies, Vacate Indian Territory’: MEA Says Pakistan’s Cross Border Terror Biggest ‘Roadblock’ To Peace, Security
India’s Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has firmly criticized Pakistan for its comments regarding Jammu and Kashmir, labelling the neighbouring country’s promotion of cross-border terrorism as the "biggest roadblock" to peace and security in the region.MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal emphasised that instead of spreading misinformation, Pakistan should vacate Indian territory that it occupies
Fishermen say Trump’s DOGE budget cuts are preventing them from adopting climate-friendly technology
Commercial fishermen and seafood processors and distributors seeking to convert to new, lower-carbon emission systems say they are finding federal funding they were counting on for the work is frozen or unavailable in the wake of sweeping budget cuts t…