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Tarique Rahman addressing supporters after BNP’s landslide victory in Bangladesh’s general election

Bangladesh Turns the Page: BNP’s Landslide Victory Reshapes Power After Gen Z Uprising

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Historic vote ushers in a new government led by Tarique Rahman as voters demand democratic reform, economic recovery, and accountability after years of centralized rule. Bangladesh has entered a decisive new political chapter. In the country’s first general election since the youth-led uprising that toppled a long-standing government, the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) secured a […]

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Succession signals in North Korea as Kim Jong Un’s daughter Kim Ju Ae is positioned as future leader

Succession Signals in Pyongyang: Kim Jong Un’s Teen Daughter Emerges as Future Leader

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South Korea’s intelligence agency says North Korea’s leader is increasingly positioning his teenage daughter as heir amid rising regional tensions and a crucial ruling party congress. Succession Signals in Pyongyang: Kim Jong Un’s Teen Daughter Emerges as Future Leader North Korea’s tightly controlled political system may be preparing for a historic shift. South Korea’s intelligence

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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi addressing supporters after projected landslide election victory

Japan’s Ruling Coalition Heads for Commanding Election Victory as Takaichi Seeks Strong Mandate

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Exit polls point to two-thirds majority for the governing bloc, reshaping Japan’s political landscape amid economic worries and regional security tensions A Turning Point in Japanese Politics Japan appears set for a decisive political shift as exit polls indicate a commanding victory for the governing coalition led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi. The snap election,

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Donald Trump speaks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi as global trade deal announced

US and India Strike Major Trade Deal: Washington Cuts Tariffs to 18%, Delhi Agrees to Phase Out Russian Oil Imports

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President Trump and Prime Minister Modi announce a sweeping economic partnership after months of trade tensions, reshaping global trade dynamics and geopolitical alignments. US and India Forge New Trade Deal: Tariff Reductions, Oil Shift and $500 Billion Trade Pledge A Breakthrough in Bilateral Relations In a major development in global trade and geopolitics, the United

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Pakistani security forces conduct operations after militant attacks in Balochistan

Pakistan Security Forces Kill 145 Militants After Two-Day Battle in Balochistan

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A wave of coordinated attacks across Balochistan triggered one of Pakistan’s deadliest counter-militant operations in years, highlighting a sharp escalation in the country’s insurgency crisis. A Province Shaken by Coordinated Violence Pakistan’s southwestern province of Balochistan has witnessed one of its deadliest security crises in years after a series of coordinated militant attacks prompted a

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Russian Sukhoi SJ-100 passenger aircraft showcased at Wings India 2026 in Hyderabad

India Eyes Russian Sukhoi SJ-100 Jets to Boost Regional Air Connectivity

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Hindustan Aeronautics Limited sees strong demand for Russian-built Sukhoi SJ-100 passenger aircraft as India accelerates regional aviation and domestic manufacturing under ‘Make in India’. A New Chapter in India–Russia Aviation Ties India’s aviation sector is entering a pivotal phase as domestic travel demand surges and global aircraft supply chains remain under strain. In this context,

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer meeting China’s President Xi Jinping in Beijing

Starmer and Xi in Beijing: Britain and China Recalibrate Ties as U.S. Volatility Reshapes Global Politics

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Facing economic pressure at home and uncertainty from Washington, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and China’s Xi Jinping are cautiously reopening channels once frozen by mistrust. A Carefully Calculated Reset When Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in Beijing, the visit was framed not as a grand diplomatic pivot, but as a calculated adjustment to a

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General Zhang Youxia standing with Xi Jinping before his political downfall in China’s military purge

Xi Jinping’s Inner Circle Shaken: How the Fall of General Zhang Youxia Signals a New Era of Fear in China’s Military

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Once the most trusted architect of China’s military reforms, combat veteran Zhang Youxia now faces accusations of disloyalty—raising deep questions about power, paranoia, and stability under Xi Jinping. A Trusted General Becomes a Warning Sign In modern China, loyalty to President Xi Jinping has long been seen as the ultimate shield. But the sudden downfall

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Pentagon building in Washington symbolizing U.S. defense strategy shift in Asia Image Caption: The Pentagon’s new defense strategy outlines a reduced frontline role in deterring North Korea while urging South Korea to take the lead.

Pentagon Signals Scaled-Back Role on Korean Peninsula as U.S. Shifts Global Defense Priorities

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Washington eyes reduced frontline presence against North Korea while urging Seoul to lead deterrence efforts A Strategic Pivot in U.S. Military Planning The United States is signaling a significant recalibration of its military posture on the Korean Peninsula, according to a newly released Pentagon policy document. The strategy outlines a future in which South Korea

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Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant with reactor buildings visible behind residential homes and snow-covered mountains in Niigata Prefecture, Japan

Japan’s Nuclear Restart Stumbles as Kashiwazaki-Kariwa Reactor Shuts Down Hours After Relaunch

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The Kashiwazaki-Kariwa nuclear power plant in Niigata Prefecture, briefly taken offline hours after a historic restart. Japan’s long-anticipated return to nuclear power faced a fresh setback this week after a technical malfunction forced one of the world’s largest nuclear power plants back offline just hours after it was restarted. The incident highlights the fragile balance

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