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15 Jun

PM Modi Embarks on Three-Nation Tour to Cyprus, Canada, and Croatia

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New Delhi (National Times): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to embark today on a significant three-nation visit to the Republic of Cyprus, Canada, and Croatia, aimed at deepening diplomatic, economic, and strategic partnerships, while also reinforcing India's global stance against terrorism. In a statement ahead of his departure, PM Modi outlined the key objectives of the visit, which will span from June 15 to June 18. The trip will begin with a two-day official visit to Cyprus at the invitation of President Nikos Christodoulides. “Cyprus is a close friend and an important partner in the Mediterranean region and the…

15 Jun

G7 Summit Kicks Off in Canada Amid Global Crises and Unpredictable U.S. Leadership

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Kananaskis, Alberta (Rajeev Sharma): World leaders are converging in the Canadian Rockies for the 51st G7 Summit, a high-stakes gathering overshadowed by surging violence in West Asia and ongoing tensions over U.S. trade policy. The summit, hosted by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney from June 15–17, is expected to be anything but routine, with geopolitical tensions rising and U.S. President Donald Trump once again in the global spotlight. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, en route to the summit, confirmed that he has spoken with Trump, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and other leaders to urge de-escalation in West Asia. The…

15 Jun

Israel and Iran Trade Escalating Missile Strikes as UK Enters Volatile Conflict

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Tel Aviv/Tehran (National Times): Tensions between Israel and Iran have surged to alarming new heights, with both nations launching fresh waves of missile strikes and the United Kingdom now entering the fray. On Saturday, Israeli cities, including Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and Haifa, were rocked by explosions as Iranian missiles penetrated Israeli airspace, prompting widespread panic and emergency alerts. The Israeli military urged citizens, particularly in the north, to take immediate shelter. “Millions of Israelis are running to shelters in northern Israel due to projectile fire from Iran,” the IDF said in a statement. One woman was killed, and over a…

14 Jun

Benjamin Netanyahu Urges Iranians to “Rise Against Oppression” Amid Escalating Conflict with Tehran

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Jerusalem (National Times): As tensions between Israel and Iran continue to escalate, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has issued a direct appeal to the citizens of Iran, calling on them to stand up against what he described as the "oppressive and murderous Islamic regime." In a televised address delivered late Thursday, following a wave of missile strikes from Iran, Netanyahu stated, "Our struggle is not with the Iranian people. It is with the brutal regime that has held you hostage for decades and brought nothing but poverty and repression." He went further, urging Iranians to embrace their national identity and…

13 Jun

Israel Strikes Iran in ‘Operation Rising Lion’; Iran Retaliates with Drone Barrage as Leaders Killed, Nuclear Sites Hit

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National Times Bureau, June 13: In a dramatic escalation that has drawn global concern, Israel launched a massive preemptive air assault on Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure under “Operation Rising Lion” early June 13. The operation marks one of the largest military actions against the Islamic Republic in over four decades.The Israeli offensive targeted around 100 high-value sites across Iran, including Natanz, Khondab, and Fordow nuclear enrichment facilities, as well as ballistic missile depots and air defense systems. Nearly 200 Israeli aircraft, drones, and cyber units executed the simultaneous strikes, dealing a significant blow to Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.Among those killed…

13 Jun

Albanese Defends AUKUS Pact Amid Trump-Era Review; All Eyes on G7 Meeting

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsAnthony Albanese, AUKUS, Australia-US defence relations, Donald Trump, Elbridge Colby, G7 Summit

Ottawa, June 13, 2025 — Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reaffirmed his government’s full commitment to the AUKUS security alliance just days before the G7 Summit in Canada, brushing aside speculation around the Trump administration’s review of the trilateral pact. Speaking during his stopover in Suva en route to the summit, Albanese called the U.S. review a “routine step” taken by new administrations and reaffirmed that “AUKUS is here to stay.”The renewed scrutiny under President Donald Trump’s second term has raised concerns about whether the U.S. will fully back the pact, which promises Australia nuclear-powered submarines as part of a…

13 Jun

Israel Launches “Operation Rising Lion” with Preemptive Strikes on Iran’s Nuclear Sites

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Jerusalem/Tehran (National Times): In a dramatic escalation in the Middle East, Israel carried out a series of precision airstrikes against Iran’s nuclear facilities and military installations early today, marking the start of what Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dubbed “Operation Rising Lion.” According to the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), the operation targeted a network of Iranian targets, including the uranium enrichment plant at Natanz, ballistic missile factories, and senior military leadership apnews.com+15reuters.com+15thesun.co.uk+15. Iranian state media and residents in Tehran reported hearing multiple explosions, while officially announcing that the country’s air-defence systems were at full operational capacity, theguardian.com. In a televised…

11 Jun

Trump Confirms Trade Deal with China, Awaits Final Nod from Xi

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Washington DC, June 11, 2025: US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that the United States has reached a trade deal with China following two days of high-level talks in London. He stated the agreement now awaits final approval from both him and Chinese President Xi Jinping.Trump made the declaration on Truth Social, highlighting key provisions of the deal. According to his post, China has agreed to supply “full magnets, and any necessary rare earths” to the US, while Washington will permit Chinese students to continue studying at American colleges and universities.“Our deal with China is done, subject to final…

11 Jun

Elon Musk Walks Back Donald Trump Attacks Amid Public Fallout

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San Francisco (National Times): In a surprising turn of events, tech billionaire Elon Musk has publicly expressed regret over recent inflammatory posts aimed at President Donald Trump, signaling a potential cooling-off after a week of digital warfare between the two. Posting on his social media platform X, Musk admitted: “I regret some of my posts about President Donald Trump last week. They went too far.” The statement comes just days after a dramatic and very public exchange of insults between the Tesla founder and the U.S. President. What began as a disagreement over Trump’s newly passed tax and spending bill,…

10 Jun

Greta Thunberg Deported After Israel Seizes Gaza-Bound Aid Ship Amid Rising Global Criticism

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Jerusalem/Paris, June 10, 2025 – Swedish climate activist Greta Thunberg was deported from Israel on Tuesday following the Israeli Navy's seizure of the aid vessel Madleen, which attempted to breach the longstanding naval blockade on Gaza. The incident, which unfolded in international waters, has sparked renewed global scrutiny of Israel’s military tactics and humanitarian policy in the region.The Madleen, organized by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, was intercepted between 125 and 200 kilometers off Gaza’s coast. According to Israeli authorities, the ship carried what they termed a symbolic and "meager" shipment of rice, baby formula, and medical supplies. Israeli Foreign Minister…