Military official says Israel’s attack came in response to violations by Hamas of US-brokered ceasefire agreementAt least 12 Palestinians were killed and several more injured across the Gaza Strip on Sunday in Israeli airstrikes that the military said …
India To Locally Build 96 of 114 Rafales In Record Defence Pact
India has taken a significant step towards bolstering its air defence capabilities with a landmark deal for 114 Rafale fighter jets. Dassault Aviation, the French manufacturer, will deliver 18 aircraft in fully operational condition, while the remaining 96 will be produced domestically.This arrangement marks India’s largest defence procurement to date, emphasising self-reliance in military
DAC Approves Vibhav Mines For Indian Army To Bolster Armoured Warfare Edge
The Ministry of Defence has granted approval for the induction of self-neutralising Vibhav anti-tank mines into the Indian Army’s arsenal, marking a significant enhancement to its ground combat capabilities. This decision, announced recently, comes amid escalating border tensions and the need for robust defensive measures against armoured threats."Vibhav’ anti-tank mine is already in production.
‘Hallyu’ from Seoul: How South Korea’s K-wave swept India – and its darker side
South Korea’s ‘Korean Wave’ has transformed from a niche phenomenon to a mainstream cultural force in India and across the globe, driven by K-pop, K-dramas, and lifestyle trends. This soft power surge, fueled by digital access and strategic state polic…
Gaza author and analyst Jehad Abusalim on Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’
Gaza author Jehad Abusalim speaks to Marc Lamont Hill on Trump’s Board of Peace and the enclave’s future.
Ukrainian drone strike sparks fire at Russian Black Sea port ahead of talks
The attacks came just days ahead of another round of U.S.-brokered talks between envoys from Russia and Ukraine this week in Geneva.
Some European policymakers welcome U.S. Secretary of State Rubio’s warm words, others remain cautious
Rubio’s comments at the Munich Security Conference struck a softer tone than Vice President JD Vance’s at last year’s event.
Indonesia says 8,000 troops ready for possible peacekeeping mission in Gaza by June
Indonesia’s military says it has up to 8,000 troops ready for a possible humanitarian and peace mission in Gaza.
‘A lecture from a country ranked 58th?’: Kaja Kallas fires back at Marco Rubio on free speech
Estonian official Kaja Kallas sharply responded to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s remarks on free speech. Kallas highlighted Estonia’s high ranking in a freedom of speech index, contrasting it with the US’s lower position, suggesting a lecture fro…
Europeans say Russia poisoned dissident Alexey Navalny with dart frog toxin
Five European countries say lab tests conclude that Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny was killed in 2024.