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Turkey has repeatedly backed Pakistan on the Kashmir issue, with President Erdogan offering to mediate between India and Pakistan. India has slammed Ankara for not respecting its sovereignty and adjusted its strategic partnerships accordingly — strengthening ties with Greece and Armenia. What are Turkey's interests in Kashmir?

A female passenger asked the flight not to brew coffee on the plane, remove scented products and also avoid serving nuts since she had a cashew allergy.

During a joint press conference in Berlin, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar dismissed suggestions of Germany's initial reluctance to support Operation Sindoor, emphasizing strong Indo-German solidarity against terrorism and the right to self-defence.

Earlier this week Pakistan took part in tripartite talks with China along with Afghanistan. All three countries reached an agreement to jointly fight terrorism as well as continue cooperation on the broader roads initiative as well as the CPEC. Barely two days later at a joint briefing with Secretary Interior Pakistan's DG ISPR is making a provocative statement against Afghanistan a country it is seeking to partner with in its fight against terrorism. The Pakistani DG ISPR's remarks come in the wake of a first-of-its-kind teleconference that Indian foreign minister S Jaishankar held with the Taliban acting Afghan foreign minister Amir Khan Muttaqi. Watch in for more details!

The United States has lifted comprehensive economic sanctions on Syria, marking a dramatic policy shift following the end of Bashar Assad's regime and opening the doors for new investment in the war torn country. US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that Syria must continue to work towards becoming a stable country and the lifting of sanctions will hopefully put the country on a path to a bright prosperous and stable future. Watch in for more details!

President Donald Trump has reignited tensions in the US EU trade relationship. He has recommended a steep 50% tariff on European Union goods set to begin on June 1st. Well this means that a perfume imported from the US from Europe costing some $1,000 currently will cost $1,500 if Trump makes good on his 50% tariff threat. While this would significantly increase the current baseline tariff of 10% and follow the post 20% tariff on certain EU products. Watch in for more details!

While the eyes are still on the Indian Premier League (IPL 2025), the focus is already on the England tour as the selectors are set to meet on Saturday (May 24) to decide on the squad.

During the evening rush hour — around 6:00 pm (1600 GMT), as per local reports — at Hamburgs main train station, 17 people were injured in a knife attack.

China is dominating the global solar industry, but is no longer just an economic advantage; it's a looming national security threat. The discoveries of hidden “kill switches” and rogue communication devices embedded in Chinese-made solar panels and inverters have set off alarm bells from Washington to Brussels to Tokyo.

Turkey has repeatedly backed Pakistan on the Kashmir issue, with President Erdogan offering to mediate between India and Pakistan. India has slammed Ankara for not respecting its sovereignty and adjusted its strategic partnerships accordingly — strengthening ties with Greece and Armenia. What are Turkey's interests in Kashmir?

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Former first lady of US, Michelle Obama, sparked divorce rumours once again after she was “flirting” with the Airbnb CEO, Brian Chesky.

Andrey Rublev will be a heavy favourite against Cobolli, who came from a set down to beat Argentine Tomas Etcheverry earlier on Friday. Cobolli, ranked 35th in the world, won 2-6, 7-5, 6-4.

Surrounded by industry executives at the Oval Office, Trump, while signing the executive order, called nuclear a hot industry and said that it was time for nuclear, and we are going to do it very big.

Napoli climbed back to the top of Italian football after sealing the Serie A title on Friday, bouncing back from disaster to win the Italian championship for the fourth time.

Billy Joel, has been diagnosed with Normal pressure hydrocephalus (NPH), a brain disorder. The diagnosis has led him to cancel all 14 of his upcoming concerts.

India is reportedly urging the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) to place Pakistan back on the grey list due to ongoing concerns about terror financing and inadequate enforcement measures. According to reports, Indian officials have presented fresh evidence linking Pakistan-based groups to cross-border terrorism. The move, if successful, could impact Pakistan’s global financial standing and access to international aid.

The Delhi government has issued an advisory after 23 new COVID-19 cases were reported in the national capital. While the infections are mild, authorities have asked hospitals to remain alert and ensure the availability of beds, oxygen supplies, medicines, and vaccines.

In an escalation of the ongoing fight between Harvard University and President Donald Trump, Harvard University has sued the U.S. administration against its decision to revoke its eligibility to enroll international students.