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Strong China-Russia relations are stabilising force in a ‘turbulent’ landscape: Xi Jinping

Amid escalating turmoil in the Middle East and mounting global uncertainty, Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged China and Russia to elevate their strategic partnership to new heights by deepening “all-around cooperation” and reinvigorating the authority of the United Nations. During a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Beijing on Wednesday, he cast the growing bilateral relationship as a stabilising force in a volatile world, rooted in history, driven by strategic...

Blockade 101: American sea power on display as Trump corners Iran and warns off China

At this moment in time, President Donald Trump has control of the Strait of Hormuz. His short-term goal, of course, is to pressure Iran’s leaders to give up their nuclear ambitions. Yet Trump’s blockade is also a major geopolitical hammer on China. For now, oil and petrochemical shipments will flow out of that waterway only under the rules of U.S. Navy. All China can do is watch."If any of these ships come anywhere close to our BLOCKADE, they will be immediately ELIMINATED, using the same system...

Republican seeks blue-state breakthrough, distances from Trump while taking aim at 'socialist'

RANDOLPH, N.J. — As he works to flip a vacant U.S. House seat in a blue-leaning district in northern New Jersey, Republican Joe Hathaway is not shy about pointing out where he disagrees with President Donald Trump, even as he charges that his Democratic rival is too far to the left."I'm going to call balls and strikes in this race. I'm not going to be a rubber stamp for anybody," Hathaway said in a Fox News Digital interview this week, when asked about Trump.Hathaway is facing off against Democr...

Stop calling this brinkmanship. Trump's Hormuz move is the real pressure

The critics erupted again the moment President Trump ordered a naval blockade, cutting off oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz that Iran has been controlling access to. Brinkmanship, they said. Dangerous escalation. These are the same critics who condemned the war from day one. But here is the truth they keep avoiding: the United States, Europe, the Gulf states and Israel have all been in a shadow war with Iran for decades. Every administration before this one too often chose to manage th...

Are US-Singapore relations under pressure as public trust declines?

In a rare public protest in Singapore, hundreds gathered in Hong Lim Park over the weekend to denounce the “US war machine”. They brandished placards and banners, including one with horns drawn on US presidents past and present captioned: “This is what terrorists look like.” The demonstration, which required organisers to get permission from the authorities, came as public sentiment in the region sours against Washington. Observers attribute this to the perception that the US has become...

Rep. Thomas Massie puts his Republican 'brand' against Trump's in Kentucky

2026 ElectionRep. Thomas Massie puts his Republican 'brand' against Trump's in KentuckyMassie is touting his independence and trying to turn the president into an afterthought as he faces Trump-endorsed Ed Gallrein next month in a tough GOP primary.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., is facing attacks from President Donald Trump as he seeks an eighth term in Congress.Tom Williams / CQ-Roll Call via Getty Images fileShareAdd NBC News to Go...

Iranian Christian who had his leg broken by regime thugs because of his religion describes horrors endured during five-year prison hell

Iranian Christian who had his leg broken by regime thugs because of his religion describes horrors endured during five-year prison hellBy ANDREW JEHRING, CHIEF FOREIGN CORRESPONDENT Published: 09:53, 15 April 2026 | Updated: 09:58, 15 April 2026 e-mail View comments

Why Delimitation Has Become Flashpoint Between Centre And Southern States

Lok Sabha seats will be increased to up to 850 from the current 543 to "operationalise" the women's reservation law before the 2029 parliamentary polls, following a delimitation exercise to be carried out based on the last published census.

Pakistan begins preparations for 2nd round of US-Iran talks: sources

Pakistan has begun preparations for a likely second round of talks between the United States and Iran in Islamabad to end a war that has crippled energy supplies and daily lives in the wider Middle East region, two government sources privy to developments told Anadolu on Wednesday. Pakistan took centre stage when it brokered a 14-day ceasefire between the US and Iran, followed by high-stakes talks in Islamabad attended by senior delegations from the two countries. Although the talks did not yie...

UN watchdog's chief flags boost in North Korea's nuclear weapons capacity

UN watchdogs chief flags boost in North Koreas nuclear weapons capacity

Alan Shearer launches £1m mission to help thousands of disabled children

His 'Million Pound Mission’ is the largest-ever fundraising campaign in the 20-year history of the foundation in his name. It provides vital funding and support to keep the Centre free for children and adults with complex disabilities

JD Vance fires back at criticism of Erika Kirk’s grieving of late husband Charlie

JD Vance has fired back at criticism of the way in which Erika Kirk grieved her late husband Charlie Kirk's death. The influential conservative activist was shot and killed in September 2025 during an appearance at a campus event in Utah. Vance lashed out at those he said had been unfairly criticizing Ms Kirk in the wake of her husband’s death. Speaking at a Turning Point USA event in Georgia on Tuesday (14 April), the vice president claimed,

US sets new terms ahead of next Iran talks in Pakistan: Report

The US has reportedly set two conditions for upcoming peace talks with Iran in Pakistan: the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz with reciprocal measures, and the Iranian delegation needing full authority from the Revolutionary Guard. These demands follow a previous instance where officials reportedly hindered negotiations. Both nations are expected to resume discussions soon.

CDF Munir, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi land in Tehran for ongoing Mideast negotiations

Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir landed in Tehran on Wednesday as part of the ongoing Mideast peace negotiation efforts. The Inter Services Public Relations said in a statement that he was part of a delegation that also included Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi received the delegation. Iran earlier said it continued to exchange messages with Washington through Pakistani mediators. “Message exchanges conti...

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'इम्पोर्टेड' सम्राट चौधरी बने बिहार के CM, समझें- BJP के नित्यानंद-गिरिराज जैसे दिग्गज कैसे पिछड़े

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EPS bets on NDA chemistry, strongman persona in his toughest Tamil Nadu battle

EPS bets on NDA chemistry strongman persona in his toughest Tamil Nadu battle

Officials warn Sudan conflict has been ‘abandoned’ as war enters fourth year

NewsWorldAfricaOfficials warn Sudan conflict has been ‘abandoned’ as war enters fourth yearSudan is entering a fourth year of war marked by famine and massacresSamy Magdy Wednesday 15 April 2026 09:41 BSTBookmarkBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":false,"showBookmark":true,"articleId":"CF1:2957890To1","articleMeta":{"url":"htt...

Reform's Scottish leader defends Labour deal claim

Reform's Scottish leader defends Labour deal claim56 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleBenjamin RussellBBC ScotlandPA MediaMalcolm Offord said Anas Sarwar approached him at an event in Paisley Town HallReform UK's Scottish leader says he is standing by his claim that Scottish Labour's leader told him he wanted to work together against the SNP.Malcolm Offord made the allegation during a leaders debate on Channel 4 after Anas Sarwar accused Reform of racism and criticise...

Saudi Arabia sets SR100,000 fines for illegal Hajj pilgrims

Saudi Arabia has announced strict penalties, including a fine of up to SR100,000, for individuals who perform Hajj without a permit or assist visit visa holders in doing so illegally, the Ministry of Interior said.The measures will apply from April 18 until mid-June, covering the peak Hajj period, and target both unauthorised pilgrims and those who facilitate their entry or stay in Mecca and the holy sites.Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here.Under...