Kiev says Kursk attack is attempt to pressure Russia into peace negotiations

Kiev says Kursk attack is attempt to pressure Russia into peace negotiations

Ukraine’s incursion into Kursk advanced a few kilometres further today, according to its army chief, though Moscow claims to have repelled attacks in numerous areas and has dug defensive trenches in order to slow Ukraine’s progress. The aim of the attack on Kursk was to force Russia to the negotiating table for peace talks, an…

Belarus says high chance of ‘armed provocation’ from Ukraine

Belarus says high chance of ‘armed provocation’ from Ukraine

Belarusian Defence Minister Viktor Khrenin says there is a “high probability of an armed provocation” from neighbouring Ukraine, according to local state-run media. Khrenin, who did not provide any evidence to back his claims, made the comments at a meeting on military security with President Alexander Lukashenko. “Given the presence of Ukrainian armed formations in…

Nord Stream sabotage: Poland denies any involvement

Nord Stream sabotage: Poland denies any involvement

Poland has denied any involvement in the sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipelines in the Baltic Sea, after accusations from a former German intelligence chief. “I think this is Russian disinformation resonating through the words of German politicians,” deputy prime minister, Krzysztof Gawkowski, told Polish TV channel Polsat News. “Poland did not take part…

Gaza death toll hits 40,000, with thousands more yet to be counted

The figure given by the strip’s health officials does not tell the full story of Palestinian losses, excluding those missing or buried in rubble Dalia Hawas was 24 years old when an Israeli airstrike flattened the apartment building where she lived in February, burying the young mother with her 10-month-old daughter, Mona. They are not…

Palestinian leader Abbas tells Turkish parliament he will go to Gaza

Palestinian leader Abbas tells Turkish parliament he will go to Gaza

The president of the Palestinian Authority tells Turkish legislators he will stand by the Palestinian people even at the cost of his life. Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas has promised to go to the besieged Gaza Strip, saying he will stand by the Palestinian people even if it costs him his life. Speaking to Turkey’s…

MBS says he is at risk in pursuit of Saudi-‘Israel’ deal

MBS says he is at risk in pursuit of Saudi-‘Israel’ deal

“My tenure as the keeper of the holy sites of Islam will not be secure if I don’t address what is the most pressing issue of justice in our region,” the crown prince was quoted as saying. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS) has reportedly expressed concerns for his personal safety as he pursues…

The Taliban have ruled Afghanistan for 3 years

The Taliban enjoy high-level meetings with major regional powers like China and Russia. KABUL, It’s been three years since the Taliban took control of Afghanistan. They have transitioned from insurgency to authority, imposed their interpretation of Islamic law and sought to reinforce their claim to legitimacy. Despite no international recognition as the country’s official rulers, the Taliban enjoy high-level meetings with major regional…

US extends independence day wishes to Pakistan, promise stronger bilateral relations

US extends independence day wishes to Pakistan, promise stronger bilateral relations

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has extended felicitations to the people of Pakistan on the occasion of country’s 78th Independence Day on Wednesday In a statement, Secretary Blinken stated that for the past 77 years, the ties between the peoples of the two countries had served as the foundation of their bilateral relationship. “In…

Russian President Vladimir Putin extends Independence Day Greetings to the Pakistan

Russian President Putin also prayed for peace and prosperity for people of the Pakistan Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday extended his heartfelt congratulations to Pakistan on occasion of its Independence Day. In his message, President Putin emphasised the longstanding ties between Russia and Pakistan, expressing hope for the continued development of constructive relations for…