Russia-Ukraine agree to Black Sea Naval ceasefire

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Kathmandu: Russia and Ukraine have separately agreed to a naval ceasefire in the Black Sea in deals brokered by the US after three days of peace talks in Saudi Arabia, BBC reports. The agreements aim to reopen trade routes and enforce a ban on attacking each other’s energy infrastructure. However, Russia insists the ceasefire will… Continue reading Russia-Ukraine agree to Black Sea Naval ceasefire

South Korea wildfires kill 18, thousands evacuated

Kathmandu: At least 18 people have died and 19 others have been injured as wildfires continue to devastate South Korea’s southeast, BBC reports. Authorities have evacuated over 23,000 people, calling it an “unprecedented” disaster. The fires, which began in Sancheong county on Friday, have spread rapidly due to strong winds, reaching Uiseong and other nearby… Continue reading South Korea wildfires kill 18, thousands evacuated

Russia doesn’t want peace, says EU foreign chief

File Photo In this Thursday, Sept. 9, 2021 file photo, Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks during a meeting in Moscow, Russia. Photo Courtesy: AP

Kathmandu: Former U.S. President Donald Trump has said he will discuss “land,” “power plants,” and “dividing up certain assets” with Russian President Vladimir Putin during Ukraine peace talks set for Tuesday. According to a BBC report, Moscow has confirmed that a call between the two leaders is being planned but has not disclosed details of… Continue reading Russia doesn’t want peace, says EU foreign chief

US launches air strikes on Houthis in Yemen amid Red Sea tensions

Kathmandu: The United States has carried out a series of powerful air strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen, President Donald Trump announced, citing the group’s continued attacks on commercial and military vessels in the Red Sea. The strikes come as part of an ongoing effort to deter the Iran-backed Houthis from disrupting global shipping lanes.… Continue reading US launches air strikes on Houthis in Yemen amid Red Sea tensions

EU imposes retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods after steel, aluminum tariff hike

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Kathmandu: The European Union on Wednesday announced retaliatory tariffs on $28 billion worth of U.S. goods, hours after the Trump administration raised tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports to 25%. The EU countermeasures target industrial and agricultural products, including motorcycles, bourbon, peanut butter, textiles, and poultry, with a focus on goods from Republican-led states.… Continue reading EU imposes retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods after steel, aluminum tariff hike

At least 100 passengers freed from Pakistan train siege

Kathmandu: Armed militants in Pakistan’s Balochistan region have attacked a train carrying more than 400 passengers and taken a number of them hostage, military sources told the BBC on Tuesday. The Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) fired at the Jaffar Express Train as it travelled from Quetta to Peshawar. The separatist group said it had bombed… Continue reading At least 100 passengers freed from Pakistan train siege

Ukran President Zelenskyy meets Saudi Crown Prince as Ukraine-U.S. talks Begin in Jeddah

Kathmandu: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Saudi Arabia on Monday for a meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman ahead of high-stakes discussions between Ukrainian and U.S. officials regarding military aid and intelligence-sharing. The talks come in the wake of a heated Oval Office exchange between Zelenskyy and U.S. leaders during his February 28… Continue reading Ukran President Zelenskyy meets Saudi Crown Prince as Ukraine-U.S. talks Begin in Jeddah

Mahakumbh mela in India concludes with final rituals amid massive devotee turnout

Kathmandu: The six-week-long Kumbh Mela festival concludes on Wednesday with final ritual river bathing ceremonies, marking the end of one of the largest religious gatherings in the world. Organizers estimate that hundreds of millions of devotees participated in the event. Despite two tragic stampedes that resulted in dozens of deaths, the festival has been hailed… Continue reading Mahakumbh mela in India concludes with final rituals amid massive devotee turnout

Panama holds nearly 300 deported migrants in hotel under U.S. deal

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Kathmandu: Nearly 300 deported migrants from various countries are being held in a hotel in Panama under a U.S. deportation policy, awaiting arrangements for their return, the Associated Press (AP) reported. Panama’s Security Minister Frank Abrego stated on Tuesday that the migrants are receiving medical attention and food as part of an agreement between Panama… Continue reading Panama holds nearly 300 deported migrants in hotel under U.S. deal