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27 Apr

Trump Expresses Caution Over Russia’s Motives After Meeting Zelenskyy at Pope Francis’ Funeral

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Vatican City, April 27, 2025 – US President Donald Trump, after an important meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during the funeral of Pope Francis, voiced strong concerns over Russia’s real intentions in the ongoing war in Ukraine.The two leaders held a brief but significant conversation at St. Peter’s Basilica, marking their first direct engagement since Trump's re-election. Speaking to reporters afterward, President Trump said he remained "extremely wary" of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s actions, especially following recent escalations targeting Ukrainian civilians."If Russia truly desired peace, their behavior would reflect it. Their continued aggression shows otherwise," Trump stated firmly. He…

27 Apr

Explosion at Iran’s Shahid Rajaee Port Kills 14, Injures 750; State of Emergency Declared

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Tehran, April 27, 2025: At least 14 people were killed and around 750 others injured after a massive explosion rocked the Shahid Rajaee port in Bandar Abbas, Iran, according to official Iranian media reports cited by CNN.Thick grey smoke billowed over the port complex as emergency teams battled the blaze, struggling against strong winds. Iran’s Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni confirmed that six people were still missing, while efforts to control the fire continued.Authorities suspect that the explosion was linked to chemicals stored at the port. Government spokeswoman Fatemeh Mohajerani stated that the cause would take time to determine, but initial…

26 Apr

Pakistan Offers to Join ‘Neutral Probe’ Into Pahalgam Attack, Says PM Shehbaz Sharif

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ISLAMABAD (National Times)– Amid heightened tensions with India following the devastating terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has stated that Islamabad is willing to participate in a neutral and transparent investigation into the incident that left 26 people dead. “Pakistan is open to participating in any neutral, transparent, and credible investigation,” Sharif said while addressing a military academy event in Abbottabad. His remarks appear aimed at easing diplomatic tensions as India has accused Pakistani elements of playing a role in the April 22 attack near Baisaran. Despite offering cooperation, Sharif also sent a strong…

26 Apr

Bilawal Bhutto Issues Threat Over Indus Waters Treaty Freeze: ‘Either Our Water Will Flow, Or Their Blood’

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Islamabad/New Delhi (National Times): As diplomatic tensions flare between India and Pakistan following the suspension of the Indus Waters Treaty, Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) Chairman Bilawal Bhutto-Zardari has made a fiery and provocative statement. "The Indus is ours and will remain ours. Either our water will flow through it, or their blood will," Bhutto declared, sparking fresh concerns over escalating hostilities between the two nations. His remarks come in the wake of the Pahalgam terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir, which claimed 26 civilian lives and has led to a sharp deterioration in Indo-Pak ties. India has responded with a…

24 Apr

Pakistan Suspends All Bilateral Agreements, Including Shimla Agreement, Closes Airspace

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Islamabad (National Times): Amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan over the recent Pahalgam terrorist attack, which claimed over 27 lives, Islamabad on Thursday unveiled a series of stern reprisals against India, ordering the immediate shutdown of its airspace to all Indian-owned and -operated carriers and halting bilateral trade in every form. These measures follow New Delhi’s own diplomatic sanctions announced just a day earlier. According to Islamabad’s official communiqué: Pakistani airspace is off‑limits to any Indian‑flagged or -operated aircraft. All trade between the two countries—and shipments in transit via Pakistan—has been suspended indefinitely. The Wagah border crossing will no…

24 Apr

US Warns Citizens Against Travel to Jammu and Kashmir After Pahalgam Terror Strike

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New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): In response to Tuesday’s terror attack in Pahalgam that left 26 tourists dead, the United States on Wednesday updated its travel guidance, urging American citizens to refrain from visiting the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. The advisory, posted on the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in India website, stated: "Terrorist attacks and violent civil unrest are possible in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. Do not travel to this territory (except visits to eastern Ladakh and its capital, Leh).” It warned that sporadic violence occurs, especially along the Line of Control (LoC) with Pakistan and…

22 Apr

Pope Francis’ Funeral Set for Saturday, Public Viewing Begins Wednesday

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Vatican City, April 22, 2025: The Vatican has announced that the funeral for Pope Francis, who passed away at 88 on Sunday following a stroke and heart failure, will take place on Saturday morning at 10 a.m. in St. Peter’s Square. Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, the Dean of the College of Cardinals, will preside over the ceremony.In a departure from tradition, the Pope’s final resting place will not be within the Vatican grottoes but at the Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome, in accordance with his wishes. He had long emphasized humility and a deep devotion to the Virgin…

21 Apr

Pope Francis Passes Away at 88 After Prolonged Illness

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Vatican City (National Times): Pope Francis, the 266th pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church, passed away on Monday morning at the age of 88, following a prolonged illness. The news was confirmed by Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican camerlengo, in an official statement. "At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of his Church," Cardinal Farrell announced solemnly. Just days before his passing, Pope Francis had made a public appearance at St. Peter’s Square, where he greeted thousands and wished…

20 Apr

Zelenskyy Slams Putin Over Easter Truce Violations, Calls for Real Ceasefire Effort

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsWorld NewsEaster ceasefire, Putin, Russia violations, Ukraine war, Zelenskyy

Kyiv, Ukraine | April 20, 2025: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has sharply criticized Russian President Vladimir Putin for what he called deliberate violations of a promised Easter ceasefire, accusing Moscow of using the 30-hour truce for public relations rather than peace.Despite Russia’s announcement of a temporary halt to hostilities from Saturday evening to Sunday midnight for humanitarian reasons, Ukrainian authorities reported a sharp increase in attacks across key frontlines. Zelenskyy said Russian forces launched 26 assaults between midnight and noon on Easter Day, with heavy shelling and kamikaze drone strikes targeting Pokrovsk and Siversk. FPV drone usage reportedly doubled by…

20 Apr

Nationwide Protests Rock U.S. Over President Trump’s Policies

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Washington, D.C. | April 20, 2025: Thousands of demonstrators poured into the streets across the United States on Saturday, staging one of the largest nationwide protests of President Donald Trump’s second term. Organized under the banner of the “50501” movement, more than 700 events took place in all 50 states, highlighting deep public unrest over issues ranging from immigration and foreign policy to democratic accountability.Massive crowds gathered in cities like Washington, D.C., New York, San Francisco, and Boston. Protesters held signs with messages like “No Kingship,” “Stop Arming Israel,” and “Workers Should Have the Power,” targeting both domestic and international…