US Pauses $14 Billion Taiwan Arms Deal Amid Iran Conflict Concerns

The United States has temporarily paused a proposed $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan to ensure sufficient military supplies for ongoing operations linked to the Iran conflict, acting Navy Secretary Hung Cao said during a Senate hearing. The package, awaiting approval from President Donald Trump, reportedly includes advanced air defence missiles and surface-to-air missile systems….

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Middle East Tensions Persist as US-Iran Talks Show ‘Positive Signs’

Marco Rubio has said there are “some good signs” emerging from mediated peace talks between the United States and Iran, while warning that President Donald Trump still has “other options” if negotiations fail. Meanwhile, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed that 31 ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz in the last 24 hours…

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WHO Declares Ebola Outbreak in Congo and Uganda an International Health Emergency

The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern after hundreds of suspected cases and dozens of deaths were reported. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said the outbreak involves the rare Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus, for…

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Iran Says It Has ‘No Trust’ in US as Peace Talks Remain Stalled

Tensions between Iran and the United States remain high as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said Tehran has “no trust” in Washington and will engage in negotiations only if the U.S. shows seriousness toward diplomacy. Speaking in New Delhi during the BRICS foreign ministers’ meeting, Araqchi said all vessels except those involved in conflict with…

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Nepal Sets New Everest Climbing Record With 492 Permits in 2026 Season

Nepal has recorded a historic climbing season in 2026, issuing a record 492 permits for climbers attempting to scale Mount Everest, surpassing the previous high of 479 permits set in 2023. The government earned around USD 7.19 million (over NPR 1.07 billion) in royalties from Everest expeditions alone. Climbers from 55 countries are participating in…

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Trump Departs Beijing After High-Stakes Two-Day China Visit

U.S. President Donald Trump departed Beijing on Friday after completing a two-day official visit to China, where he held key discussions with Chinese President Xi Jinping on trade, regional security, Taiwan, and global economic cooperation. The visit included bilateral meetings, ceremonial events, and closed-door discussions aimed at improving ties between the two countries amid rising…

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UAE-US Leaders Discuss Middle East Security Amid Rising Regional Tensions

Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan held a phone conversation with Donald Trump to discuss strategic cooperation and ways to strengthen UAE-US relations. The leaders also reviewed the latest developments in the Middle East and discussed ongoing efforts to maintain regional and international security amid escalating tensions in West Asia. Meanwhile, Qatar condemned the alleged infiltration…

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Donald Trump Begins China Visit for Key Summit With Xi Jinping

Donald Trump has begun a crucial three-day visit to China, where he is scheduled to hold a high-level summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing from tomorrow. The talks are expected to focus on major aspects of US-China relations, with trade and economic cooperation likely to dominate discussions. This meeting will mark the seventh…

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Cannes Film Festival 2026 Opens With Star-Studded Red Carpet on the French Riviera

The prestigious Cannes Film Festival, the world’s biggest celebration of independent cinema, kicks off today on the stunning French Riviera, drawing global superstars including John Travolta, Adam Driver, and Barbra Streisand to its iconic red carpet. First conceived in 1939 as a bold alternative to Venice’s film festival — then heavily influenced by fascist rulers…

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