U.S. President Donald Trump claims his leadership prevented a nuclear war, making headlines amid rising global tensions. Meanwhile, India pushes back against Trump's escalating trade tariffs, asserting economic self-reliance and resilience in the face of pressure. The two developments highlight widening geopolitical rifts as the U.S. doubles down on its aggressive foreign and economic policies.


Trump again says he pushed India-Pak truce; India has rejected Trump's claims repeatedly

Israel's security cabinet meeting concluded without addressing a potential ceasefire deal, raising uncertainty amid ongoing tensions. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump is set to chair a key meeting, signaling potential diplomatic or political developments.

Israel security cabinet meet ends without discussing ceasefire deal | Trump to chair key meet

U.S. President Donald Trump urges an immediate end to the Gaza war as international experts declare a famine in the region. Tensions rise amid growing humanitarian concerns.

Israel-Hamas war | 'This must end': Trump reiterates | Crisis in Gaza continues

UN agencies hold urgent briefing on new IPC report detailing the worsening famine crisis in Gaza. Latest IPC report reveals critical food insecurity in Gaza; UN agencies call for immediate humanitarian action. UN experts warn of escalating famine conditions in Gaza as new IPC data is released. Press briefing highlights dire food shortages in Gaza amid ongoing conflict, according to UN agencies. New IPC findings show Gaza facing severe famine risk; UN agencies urge swift response.

Israel-Gaza war: First declaration of famine in West Asia

Despite mounting international criticism, Israel continues its military push deeper into Gaza. As the offensive intensifies, civilians flee and global leaders call for restraint.


Israel-Gaza war: Netanyahu orders hostage talks, warns Hamas of Gaza destruction

A massive explosion lit up the Gaza skyline as Israel intensified its military offensive in the city. The escalating conflict has raised fears of more civilian casualties and regional instability.


Israel-Gaza war: Israel defies global outcry, moves deeper in Gaza 

As international mediators push for a ceasefire, Israel has launched a major new offensive in Gaza City, calling up 60,000 reservists and advancing into Hamas’ last major urban base. The assault comes amid rising tensions between Israeli leadership and global allies, with negotiations stalled and civilians once again caught in the crossfire. Rights groups warn of an unprecedented humanitarian collapse, while pressure builds on Netanyahu from both hostage families and far-right ministers.

Israel escalates Gaza war | Begins 'assault' | Ceasefire talks at breaking point

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz approved the IDF takeover of Gaza City plan on Wednesday, naming the operation "Gideon's Chariots II."


Israel-Hamas war: Palestinians in Gaza City to be displaced again ahead of IDF operations  

#GRAVITAS | An overnight Israeli strike on a tent encampment killed 8 people in Khan Younis, bringing the death toll over 62,000. Hamas said it accepted a new proposal from Arab mediators for a ceasefire in the Gaza strip. Israel has not responded to it yet. Watch this video to find out more.


Israel-Gaza War: Israel Strikes Gaza as Hamas Agrees to Ceasefire Proposal | GRAVITAS

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to meet U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House, with European leaders also expected to join the talks. 

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Israeli forces are encountering lethal booby traps and ambushes as Hamas fighters adapt guerrilla tactics in Gaza, making the battlefield deadlier and harder to navigate.


Israeli military faces deadly Hamas traps 

Al Jazeera journalists lost their lives in an Israeli airstrike near al-Shifa Hospital in Gaza, raising concerns about press safety in conflict zones. Israeli secret unit links journalists to Hamas militants. Watch for more details!


Israel-Gaza war: Israeli unit 'linking' Gaza journalists to Hamas militants 

Thailand and Cambodia reaffirmed their shaky ceasefire after China helped mediate a peace process to end days of border fighting.


Thailand-Cambodia Ceasefire: Chinese FM Hosts Cambodia, Thailand FMs; Pushes For Direct Dialogue

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (July 29) recalled how Pakistan pleaded for a ceasefire after India's Operation Sindoor. He stressed that the ceasefire on May 10 was announced after Pakistan begged for one, adding that no leader from any country asked India to stop India's counter-operation.Responding to the debate on Operation Sindoor in the Lok Sabha, PM Modi slammed the Opposition and Leader of the Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, as he asked why he had not directly said anything to US President Donald Trump's claim of mediating a ceasefire."On May 9 and 10, our missiles hit every corner of Pakistan, something they had never even dreamed of. This brought Pakistan to its knees. It was after this that Pakistan called the Indian DGMO and pleaded, 'Stop this. You have hit us hard; we can't take it anymore. Please stop the attacks (Bas karo, bahut maara, ab zyada maar jhelne ki taakat nahin hai. Please hamla rok do)."PM Modi added, "India had made it clear on May 7 itself that its objectives had been met. This had been decided in conjunction with the forces that our objectives were terrorists and their bosses."He further continued, saying that US Vice President JD Vance called him several times on May 9 to inform him about an impending "huge" strike by Pakistan."On the night of 9th May, the Vice President of America tried to talk to me. He tried for an hour, but I was in a meeting with my army, so I could not pick up his call. Later, I called him back," he said.PM Modi continued, "The Vice President of America told me on the phone that Pakistan is going to launch a big attack. My answer was that if Pakistan has this intention, it will cost them a lot. If Pakistan attacks, we will respond by launching a big attack. This was my answer...," he added.PM Modi further said that in the four days beginning May 7, Pakistan fired 1,000 drones and missiles at India, adding that all of them were destroyed in the air.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Responding to the debate on Operation Sindoor in the Lok Sabha, PM Modi slammed the Opposition and Leader of the Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, as he asked why he had not directly said anything to US President Donald Trump's claim of mediating a ceasefire.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday (July 29) recalled how Pakistan pleaded for a ceasefire after India's Operation Sindoor. He stressed that the ceasefire on May 10 was announced after Pakistan begged for one, adding that no leader from any country asked India to stop India's counter-operation. Responding to the debate on Operation Sindoor in the Lok Sabha, PM Modi slammed the Opposition and Leader of the Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, as he asked why he had not directly said anything to US President Donald Trump's claim of mediating a ceasefire. "On May 9 and 10, our missiles hit every corner of Pakistan, something they had never even dreamed of. This brought Pakistan to its knees. It was after this that Pakistan called the Indian DGMO and pleaded, 'Stop this. You have hit us hard; we can't take it anymore. Please stop the attacks (Bas karo, bahut maara, ab zyada maar jhelne ki taakat nahin hai. Please hamla rok do)." PM Modi added, "India had made it clear on May 7 itself that its objectives had been met. This had been decided in conjunction with the forces that our objectives were terrorists and their bosses." He further continued, saying that US Vice President JD Vance called him several times on May 9 to inform him about an impending "huge" strike by Pakistan. "On the night of 9th May, the Vice President of America tried to talk to me. He tried for an hour, but I was in a meeting with my army, so I could not pick up his call. Later, I called him back," he said. PM Modi continued, "The Vice President of America told me on the phone that Pakistan is going to launch a big attack. My answer was that if Pakistan has this intention, it will cost them a lot. If Pakistan attacks, we will respond by launching a big attack. This was my answer...," he added. PM Modi further said that in the four days beginning May 7, Pakistan fired 1,000 drones and missiles at India, adding that all of them were destroyed in the air.

Responding to the debate on Operation Sindoor in the Lok Sabha, PM Modi slammed the Opposition and Leader of the Opposition, Rahul Gandhi, as he asked why he had not directly said anything to US President Donald Trump's claim of mediating a ceasefire.

'Please stop attacking, you have hit too hard': PM Modi shares how Pakistan begged for ceasefire during Operation Sindoor

As Thailand and Cambodia engage in escalating conflict for three days now, US President Donald Trump on Saturday (July 26) called for an immediate ceasefire as he talked to the leaders of both nations. The US president held telephonic conversations with the acting prime minister of Thailand, followed by the Cambodian prime minister. Later, Trump said that both nations have agreed for an immediate ceasefire.&nbsp;The US president said that both parties have agreed to meet immediately and work out on a ceasefire deal quickly, adding that it was an “honour to deal with both countries”.&nbsp;&nbsp;“I just had a very good call with the Prime Minister of Cambodia, and informed him of my discussions with Thailand, and its Acting Prime Minister. Both Parties are looking for an immediate Ceasefire and Peace,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social.&nbsp;&nbsp;He further said that both the countries also want to get back to the trade table, but it is not impossible until the fighting stops. “They are also looking to get back to the “Trading Table” with the United States, which we think is inappropriate to do until such time as the fighting STOPS,” he said.&nbsp;&nbsp;“They have agreed to immediately meet and quickly work out a Ceasefire and, ultimately, PEACE! It was an Honor to deal with both Countries. They have a long and storied History and Culture. They will hopefully get along for many years to come. When all is done, and Peace is at hand, I look forward to concluding our Trading Agreements with both!,” Trump added.&nbsp;&nbsp;Earlier, in his first post, Trump said that he would be requesting the acting prime minister of Thailand for a ceasefire as the conflict is raging.&nbsp;"Just spoke to the Prime Minister of Cambodia relative to stopping the War with Thailand. I am calling the Acting Prime Minister of Thailand, right now, to likewise request a Ceasefire, and END to the War, which is currently raging," he said.Further pointing to the trade talks, Trump said that the US won't make any trade deal with either Cambodia or Thailand if they continue fighting.&nbsp;"We happen to be, by coincidence, currently dealing on Trade with both Countries, but do not want to make any Deal, with either Country, if they are fighting — And I have told them so," the US president said in a post on Truth Social.&nbsp;Later, Trump shared another post on Truth Social, writing that he spoke to the Acting Prime Minister of Thailand, and it was a "very good conversation."&nbsp;"Thailand, like Cambodia, wants to have an immediate Ceasefire, and PEACE," he stressed, adding that he will relay that message back to the Prime Minister of Cambodia.&nbsp;"After speaking to both Parties, Ceasefire, Peace, and Prosperity seem to be a natural. We will soon see!," the US president stated.&nbsp;Thailand and Cambodia clashed for a third day on Saturday, as the death toll from their bloodiest fighting in years rose to 33 and Phnom Penh called for an "immediate ceasefire". A long-running border dispute erupted into intense conflict involving jets, artillery, tanks and ground troops on Thursday, prompting the UN Security Council to hold an emergency meeting on the crisis Friday.&nbsp;Tensions initially flared over long-contested ancient temple sites, but fighting has spread along the neighbours' rural frontier region, marked by a ridge of forest-clad hills surrounded by wild jungle and agricultural land where locals farm rubber and rice.

Trump held phone calls with acting prime minister of Thailand prime minister of Cambodia and called them for a ceasefire immediately. The US president even warned them that if the fighting escalates, there would be no trade deal with both the countries. 

As Thailand and Cambodia engage in escalating conflict for three days now, US President Donald Trump on Saturday (July 26) called for an immediate ceasefire as he talked to the leaders of both nations. The US president held telephonic conversations with the acting prime minister of Thailand, followed by the Cambodian prime minister. Later, Trump said that both nations have agreed for an immediate ceasefire. The US president said that both parties have agreed to meet immediately and work out on a ceasefire deal quickly, adding that it was an “honour to deal with both countries”. “I just had a very good call with the Prime Minister of Cambodia, and informed him of my discussions with Thailand, and its Acting Prime Minister. Both Parties are looking for an immediate Ceasefire and Peace,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social. He further said that both the countries also want to get back to the trade table, but it is not impossible until the fighting stops. “They are also looking to get back to the “Trading Table” with the United States, which we think is inappropriate to do until such time as the fighting STOPS,” he said. “They have agreed to immediately meet and quickly work out a Ceasefire and, ultimately, PEACE! It was an Honor to deal with both Countries. They have a long and storied History and Culture. They will hopefully get along for many years to come. When all is done, and Peace is at hand, I look forward to concluding our Trading Agreements with both!,” Trump added. Earlier, in his first post, Trump said that he would be requesting the acting prime minister of Thailand for a ceasefire as the conflict is raging. "Just spoke to the Prime Minister of Cambodia relative to stopping the War with Thailand. I am calling the Acting Prime Minister of Thailand, right now, to likewise request a Ceasefire, and END to the War, which is currently raging," he said. Further pointing to the trade talks, Trump said that the US won't make any trade deal with either Cambodia or Thailand if they continue fighting. "We happen to be, by coincidence, currently dealing on Trade with both Countries, but do not want to make any Deal, with either Country, if they are fighting — And I have told them so," the US president said in a post on Truth Social. Later, Trump shared another post on Truth Social, writing that he spoke to the Acting Prime Minister of Thailand, and it was a "very good conversation." "Thailand, like Cambodia, wants to have an immediate Ceasefire, and PEACE," he stressed, adding that he will relay that message back to the Prime Minister of Cambodia. "After speaking to both Parties, Ceasefire, Peace, and Prosperity seem to be a natural. We will soon see!," the US president stated. Thailand and Cambodia clashed for a third day on Saturday, as the death toll from their bloodiest fighting in years rose to 33 and Phnom Penh called for an "immediate ceasefire". A long-running border dispute erupted into intense conflict involving jets, artillery, tanks and ground troops on Thursday, prompting the UN Security Council to hold an emergency meeting on the crisis Friday. Tensions initially flared over long-contested ancient temple sites, but fighting has spread along the neighbours' rural frontier region, marked by a ridge of forest-clad hills surrounded by wild jungle and agricultural land where locals farm rubber and rice.

Trump held phone calls with acting prime minister of Thailand prime minister of Cambodia and called them for a ceasefire immediately. The US president even warned them that if the fighting escalates, there would be no trade deal with both the countries.&nbsp;

Thailand-Cambodia ceasefire soon? Trump says both sides agreed, warns US won't return to trading table until fighting stops

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (June 24) stressed that Iran will never rebuild their nuclear program, adding that their nuclear capacities are gone after the US attacked its nuke facilities two days ago.While speaking to reporters before leaving for the Nato Summit in The Hague, Trump said Iran would never rebuild its nuclear programme."The country’s nuclear capacities are gone and it would never rebuild its nuclear programme," the US president said when asked about Iran's nuke program.Meanwhile, in a post on Truth Social, Trump said, "IRAN WILL NEVER REBUILD THEIR NUCLEAR FACILITIES!" He posted this right after he posted that the ceasefire was in effect, even after both countries violated it.On Saturday (Jun 21) the United States entered the Israel-Iran war, striking three nuclear sites in Iran -Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. This comes just a day after US President Donald Trump on Friday (Jun 20) warned that Iran had a "maximum" of two weeks to avoid possible American air strikes.Moreover, as Trump expressed that he is "unhappy" with Israel for breaking the ceasefire, he asked Israel to turn around all planes, stressing that Israel is not going to attack Iran further."ISRAEL is not going to attack Iran. All planes will turn around and head home while doing a friendly “Plane Wave” to Iran. Nobody will be hurt, the Ceasefire is in effect! Thank you for your attention to this matter! DONALD J. TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES," he wrote.Right before these posts, Trump warned Israel to not drop the bombs. " IF YOU DO IT IS A MAJOR VIOLATION. BRING YOUR PILOTS HOME, NOW!," he wrote.Speaking to reporters before leaving for the Nato summit in The Hague, Trump said Israel “unloaded” right after agreeing to the deal. He said that both Israel and Iran violated a ceasefire, hours after he made the announcement.The US president said that he is "unhappy" with both countries but especially Israel. "I don't think they did it intentionally, but I don't like it what Israel did today."Trump repeatedly said that he is not happy with Israel, while also saying that he is not happy with Iran too.

While speaking to reporters before leaving for the Nato Summit in The Hague, Trump said Iran would never rebuild its nuclear programme.

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (June 24) stressed that Iran will never rebuild their nuclear program, adding that their nuclear capacities are gone after the US attacked its nuke facilities two days ago. While speaking to reporters before leaving for the Nato Summit in The Hague, Trump said Iran would never rebuild its nuclear programme. "The country’s nuclear capacities are gone and it would never rebuild its nuclear programme," the US president said when asked about Iran's nuke program. Meanwhile, in a post on Truth Social, Trump said, "IRAN WILL NEVER REBUILD THEIR NUCLEAR FACILITIES!" He posted this right after he posted that the ceasefire was in effect, even after both countries violated it. On Saturday (Jun 21) the United States entered the Israel-Iran war, striking three nuclear sites in Iran -Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. This comes just a day after US President Donald Trump on Friday (Jun 20) warned that Iran had a "maximum" of two weeks to avoid possible American air strikes. Moreover, as Trump expressed that he is "unhappy" with Israel for breaking the ceasefire, he asked Israel to turn around all planes, stressing that Israel is not going to attack Iran further. "ISRAEL is not going to attack Iran. All planes will turn around and head home while doing a friendly “Plane Wave” to Iran. Nobody will be hurt, the Ceasefire is in effect! Thank you for your attention to this matter! DONALD J. TRUMP, PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES," he wrote. Right before these posts, Trump warned Israel to not drop the bombs. " IF YOU DO IT IS A MAJOR VIOLATION. BRING YOUR PILOTS HOME, NOW!," he wrote. Speaking to reporters before leaving for the Nato summit in The Hague, Trump said Israel “unloaded” right after agreeing to the deal. He said that both Israel and Iran violated a ceasefire, hours after he made the announcement. The US president said that he is "unhappy" with both countries but especially Israel. "I don't think they did it intentionally, but I don't like it what Israel did today." Trump repeatedly said that he is not happy with Israel, while also saying that he is not happy with Iran too.

While speaking to reporters before leaving for the Nato Summit in The Hague, Trump said Iran would never rebuild its nuclear programme.

'COMPLETELY DEMOLISHED': Iran will never rebuild their nuclear facilities - Trump's BIG claim after striking Tehran's nuke sites

Amid the ongoing Israel-Iran ceasefire situation, Qatar's Prime Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani on Tuesday (June 24) stressed that the US proposed that Qatar should initiate the ceasefire proposal, adding that all parties "must respect" the ceasefire.The Qatari PM further said that the ceasefire violations are unacceptable.Stressing how the ceasefire was reached, the prime minister said, "Our friends in the US proposed that Qatar initiate the proposal of ceasefire. We communicated with Iran" and then it was announced by US President Donald Trump."Ceasefire violations happening are unacceptable. All must agree to the agreement and must respect," Al Thani said during a joint news conference with Lebanese PM Nawaf Salam.He further said that he got a call from the Iranian president, and expressed that such hostile acts are not expected from a friendly country. "The matter should be contained as soon as possible.""From day one Qatar condemned the Israeli attack," the Qatari PM stressed, adding that the attack on Qatar is an unacceptable act."We strongly and vehemently condemn Iran's attack on US base near Doha," he said.On Monday, Iran’s missile strike hit the Al-Udeid Air Base near Doha. Following the attack, loud explosions were heard across central Doha and Lusail.The Qatar PM said, "We succeeded in defending this attack. The Qatari Armed Forces carried out a successful operation where the Qatari air defence intercepted all missiles from Iran except one."Iran’s state TV confirmed the launch of Operation Glad Tidings of Victory 'Bashar al Fateh' on Monday, targeting US forces stationed at the base. The strike came in retaliation for US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend, which President Donald Trump described as a “Bullseye!!!”Iran's Supreme National Security Council said that while Iran “shattered” the US air base in Qatar, the attack in no way “presents any danger to Qatar or its people", and added that Iran “remains committed to maintaining and continuing its warm and historic relations” with Qatar.Qatar’s air defence systems successfully intercepted the incoming missiles and all necessary steps were taken to ensure the safety of personnel.&nbsp;

He further said that he got a call from the Iranian president, and expressed that such hostile acts are not expected from a friendly country.

Amid the ongoing Israel-Iran ceasefire situation, Qatar's Prime Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani on Tuesday (June 24) stressed that the US proposed that Qatar should initiate the ceasefire proposal, adding that all parties "must respect" the ceasefire. The Qatari PM further said that the ceasefire violations are unacceptable. Stressing how the ceasefire was reached, the prime minister said, "Our friends in the US proposed that Qatar initiate the proposal of ceasefire. We communicated with Iran" and then it was announced by US President Donald Trump. "Ceasefire violations happening are unacceptable. All must agree to the agreement and must respect," Al Thani said during a joint news conference with Lebanese PM Nawaf Salam. He further said that he got a call from the Iranian president, and expressed that such hostile acts are not expected from a friendly country. "The matter should be contained as soon as possible." "From day one Qatar condemned the Israeli attack," the Qatari PM stressed, adding that the attack on Qatar is an unacceptable act. "We strongly and vehemently condemn Iran's attack on US base near Doha," he said. On Monday, Iran’s missile strike hit the Al-Udeid Air Base near Doha. Following the attack, loud explosions were heard across central Doha and Lusail. The Qatar PM said, "We succeeded in defending this attack. The Qatari Armed Forces carried out a successful operation where the Qatari air defence intercepted all missiles from Iran except one." Iran’s state TV confirmed the launch of Operation Glad Tidings of Victory 'Bashar al Fateh' on Monday, targeting US forces stationed at the base. The strike came in retaliation for US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend, which President Donald Trump described as a “Bullseye!!!” Iran's Supreme National Security Council said that while Iran “shattered” the US air base in Qatar, the attack in no way “presents any danger to Qatar or its people", and added that Iran “remains committed to maintaining and continuing its warm and historic relations” with Qatar. Qatar’s air defence systems successfully intercepted the incoming missiles and all necessary steps were taken to ensure the safety of personnel.

He further said that he got a call from the Iranian president, and expressed that such hostile acts are not expected from a friendly country.

'Ceasefire violations UNACCEPTABLE': Qatar PM says Israel-Iran must 'respect' the agreement amid shaky ceasefire

US President Donald Trump once used the "N-word", while discussing the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/india-pakistan-conflict">India-Pakistan conflict</a>, calling it a "very nasty word", during his interview with Fox News interviewer Bret Baier.&nbsp;
While discussing the conflict, Trump again tried to take the credit for mediating the conflict between India and Pakistan, which India has repeatedly denied, stressing that it was done bilaterally.&nbsp;
The US president described the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan with his odd choice of words, adding that it was getting deeper and more.&nbsp;
&ldquo;They were angry, and the next phase was probably&mdash;did you see where it was getting? It was tit-for-tat. It was getting deeper and more, I mean, more missiles. Everyone was stronger, stronger, to a point where the next ones are going to be you know what: the n-word,&rdquo; Trump said.
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<h2>What was the 'N-word'?&nbsp;</h2>
Trump continued, asking the interviewer, "You know what the n-word is, right?" To this, Baier replied, "Nuclear".&nbsp;
&ldquo;Yeah,&rdquo; Trump affirmed, as the two chuckled about it. &ldquo;Thank you for the clarification,&rdquo; Baier said.
&ldquo;I figured you&rsquo;d want to clean that up,&rdquo; continued Trump, who has been accused by his niece, his nephew, and a producer on The Apprentice of using such kind of slur.
&ldquo;No, it&rsquo;s the n-word. It&rsquo;s a very nasty word, right? In a lot of ways. The n-word used in a nuclear sense&mdash;that&rsquo;s the worst thing that can happen,&rdquo; he said.
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<h2>Trump's earlier 'cry for credit'</h2>
Trump and his team have claimed credit for the ceasefire between the two nuclear nations. Donald Trump shared a post on Truth Social announcing that India and Pakistan "have agreed to a full and immediate ceasefire" and that "common sense and great intelligence" have prevailed.&nbsp;
Later, he also reacted to the ceasefire, saying, "It could have been a bad nuclear war."
"My administration helped India and Pakistan ceasefire. They were not going to stop. I want to thank both the leadership. It could have been a bad nuclear war. I also want to thank Rubio for this," Trump said.
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The US president described the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan with his odd choice of words, adding that it was getting deeper and more. WORLD INDIA NEWS

US President Donald Trump once used the "N-word", while discussing the India-Pakistan conflict, calling it a "very nasty word", during his interview with Fox News interviewer Bret Baier. While discussing the conflict, Trump again tried to take the credit for mediating the conflict between India and Pakistan, which India has repeatedly denied, stressing that it was done bilaterally. The US president described the escalating tensions between India and Pakistan with his odd choice of words, adding that it was getting deeper and more. “They were angry, and the next phase was probably—did you see where it was getting? It was tit-for-tat. It was getting deeper and more, I mean, more missiles. Everyone was stronger, stronger, to a point where the next ones are going to be you know what: the n-word,” Trump said. Also read: Operation Sindoor and Osama Bin Laden's killing SIMILAR? Indian VP hails 'deepest-ever cross-border strike' on Pak terror sites What was the 'N-word'? Trump continued, asking the interviewer, "You know what the n-word is, right?" To this, Baier replied, "Nuclear". “Yeah,” Trump affirmed, as the two chuckled about it. “Thank you for the clarification,” Baier said. “I figured you’d want to clean that up,” continued Trump, who has been accused by his niece, his nephew, and a producer on The Apprentice of using such kind of slur. “No, it’s the n-word. It’s a very nasty word, right? In a lot of ways. The n-word used in a nuclear sense—that’s the worst thing that can happen,” he said. Also read: F-16 in fine print: How much Pakistan paid and how much profit US made? | A brief history of US-Pakistan F-16 deals Trump's earlier 'cry for credit' Trump and his team have claimed credit for the ceasefire between the two nuclear nations. Donald Trump shared a post on Truth Social announcing that India and Pakistan "have agreed to a full and immediate ceasefire" and that "common sense and great intelligence" have prevailed. Later, he also reacted to the ceasefire, saying, "It could have been a bad nuclear war." "My administration helped India and Pakistan ceasefire. They were not going to stop. I want to thank both the leadership. It could have been a bad nuclear war. I also want to thank Rubio for this," Trump said. Also read: Indian travel vlogger arrested for allegedly spying for Pakistan: Who is she and what are the charges against her?

'Very nasty word'? Trump uses the 'N-word' as he again cries for credit in India-Pak conflict | Here's what he said

Russian and Ukraine officials held direct talks in Istanbul, Turkey on Friday (May 16) for the first time in more than three years, trying to make negotiations for bringing lasting peace.&nbsp;
However, there was no sign of a major breakthrough, according to a Ukrainian source. The source added that Russian delegation demanded that Kyiv give up land under its control.
Notably, neither Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky nor Russia President Vladimir Putin were involved in the talks. While US President Donald Trump also skipped the talks.&nbsp;
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<h2>What all happened during the talks?&nbsp;</h2>
<h3>Biggest prisoner swap</h3>
Ukraine and Russia agreed to a large-scale prisoner swap during the two hour long talks, the head of Ukraine&rsquo;s delegation said in an interview.&nbsp;
&ldquo;We discussed an exchange of 1,000 for 1,000. We are also working on other modalities for this exchange,&rdquo; Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov told Suspilne.
&ldquo;(The exchange will take place) in the near future; we already know the date, but we will not disclose it yet,&rdquo; he added.
If it happens, it will be the biggest prisoner swap in more than three years of the Russia-Ukraine war.&nbsp;
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<h3>'Each country to present vision of ceasefire'</h3>
While, Russia confirmed the prisoner swap, saying that each country will &ldquo;present its vision of a possible future ceasefire."&nbsp;
Further, Kremlin added that the discussions will continue after &ldquo;each side will present its vision of a possible future ceasefire, detailing it in writing.&rdquo;
<h3>Russia's new 'unacceptable demands'</h3>
A Ukrainian official accused Russia of introducing new "unacceptable demands" for Kyiv to withdraw its forces from huge swathes of territory, the official said on condition of anonymity.&nbsp;
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<h3>Zelensky, Macron, Merz, Starmer and Tusk talks to Trump</h3>
Zelenskyy, French president Emmanuel Macron, German chancellor Friedrich Merz, British prime minister Keir Starmer and Polish prime minister Donald Tusk held a telephone call with US President Donald Trump.&nbsp;
This came after the Russian and Ukrainian officials held peace talks in Istanbul.&nbsp;
All leaders agreed that the Russian position in peace talks was &ldquo;unacceptable&rdquo; and had discussed the matter with US president Donald Trump.
Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov also said that a ceasefire as well as potential direct talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Zelensky were also discussed during the talks.&nbsp;
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Neither Ukrainian President Zelensky nor Russia President Vladimir Putin were involved in the talks. While US President Donald Trump also skipped the talks. WORLD

Russian and Ukraine officials held direct talks in Istanbul, Turkey on Friday (May 16) for the first time in more than three years, trying to make negotiations for bringing lasting peace. However, there was no sign of a major breakthrough, according to a Ukrainian source. The source added that Russian delegation demanded that Kyiv give up land under its control. Notably, neither Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky nor Russia President Vladimir Putin were involved in the talks. While US President Donald Trump also skipped the talks. Also read: Trump insists Ukraine-Russia peace won't happen until he and Putin 'get together' What all happened during the talks? Biggest prisoner swap Ukraine and Russia agreed to a large-scale prisoner swap during the two hour long talks, the head of Ukraine’s delegation said in an interview. “We discussed an exchange of 1,000 for 1,000. We are also working on other modalities for this exchange,” Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov told Suspilne. “(The exchange will take place) in the near future; we already know the date, but we will not disclose it yet,” he added. If it happens, it will be the biggest prisoner swap in more than three years of the Russia-Ukraine war. Also read: Zelensky to skip first direct peace talks with Russia in Turkey, cites Putin's no-show as 'unserious' 'Each country to present vision of ceasefire' While, Russia confirmed the prisoner swap, saying that each country will “present its vision of a possible future ceasefire." Further, Kremlin added that the discussions will continue after “each side will present its vision of a possible future ceasefire, detailing it in writing.” Russia's new 'unacceptable demands' A Ukrainian official accused Russia of introducing new "unacceptable demands" for Kyiv to withdraw its forces from huge swathes of territory, the official said on condition of anonymity. WATCH | Ukraine war: US Secy of State Marco Rubio insists on 'face-to-face' meeting between Trump & Putin Zelensky, Macron, Merz, Starmer and Tusk talks to Trump Zelenskyy, French president Emmanuel Macron, German chancellor Friedrich Merz, British prime minister Keir Starmer and Polish prime minister Donald Tusk held a telephone call with US President Donald Trump. This came after the Russian and Ukrainian officials held peace talks in Istanbul. All leaders agreed that the Russian position in peace talks was “unacceptable” and had discussed the matter with US president Donald Trump. Ukrainian Defense Minister Rustem Umerov also said that a ceasefire as well as potential direct talks between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Zelensky were also discussed during the talks. Also read: Putin's riddle: For whom is the third chair in Kremlin Palace? Malaysian PM decodes- Watch

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Opposition parties in India demand a special Parliament session, questioning the government's decision on the India-Pakistan ceasefire. Watch this report for more details!

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PM Modi on Monday addressed the nation, for the first time after the launch of Operation Sindoor, and stressed that India's patience has limits when it comes to cross-border terrorism. He added, “Terror and talks cannot go together and water and blood cannot flow together.” 


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India and Pakistan came head-to-head after India struck terror hideouts in Pakistan occupied Kashmir and in other parts of eastern Pakistan. India asserts its fight is against terrorism and not the Pakistani military.

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India and Pakistan have reached a ceasefire agreement, bringing calm to the Line of Control. Following the agreement on May 10, 32 airports have reopened, and normalcy is returning to Jammu and Kashmir. The Srinagar airport is set to open on May 13, with no fresh reports of ceasefire violations.

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India is moving the UNSC to list TRF as a terror outfit, cracking down on Pakistan's support for the group. A team will be sent to the UNSC with proof of Pakistan's terror links. Watch this for report for more details!

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Operation Sindoor: 32 airports reopen after military de-escalation with Pakistan

In a stark demonstration of military prowess India's armed forces have showcased the superior operational readiness and technological edge during the recent operation Sindoor while Pakistan retaliated with Chinese-made PL15 missiles these missiles failed to hit their intended targets underscoring their robustness of India's multi-layered air defense systems.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to address the nation at 8 pm IST, his first nationwide address after Operation Sindoor.

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As India-Pakistan tensions escalated, India launched <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/operation-sindoor">Operation Sindoor</a>, following which multiple airports across northern and western India were closed due to security concerns. On Monday, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) announced that the 32 airports that were closed have reopened now.&nbsp;
The announcement comes two days after the ceasefire was announced between the two nations. Pakistan, since the India strike, has continued to violate the ceasefire and also resorted to drone attacks in multiple Indian cities.
"Attention Flyers; reference notice issued for the temporary closure of 32 Airports for civil Aircraft operations till 05:29 hrs of 15 May 2025. It is informed that these Airports are now available for civil Aircraft operations with immediate effect," the Airports Authority of India (AAI) said.&nbsp;
WATCH |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/breaking-india-pakistan-tensions-indian-airspace-fully-open-32-airports-reopen-after-closure-9059720">Breaking | India-Pakistan tensions: Indian airspace fully open, 32 airports reopen after closure</a>
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In light of evolving circumstances and dynamic airspace conditions, commercial flight operations were temporarily suspended at 32 Airports until 05:29 hrs of May, 15th 2025. It is pleased to inform that these Airports are now fully operational for <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/CivilAircraft?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#CivilAircraft</a> movements with&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/KmkTEBN0D0">pic.twitter.com/KmkTEBN0D0</a>
&mdash; Airports Authority of India (@AAI_Official) <a href="https://twitter.com/AAI_Official/status/1921822679583142259?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 12, 2025</a></blockquote>
<h2>List of Airports reopened :&nbsp;</h2>
<ol>
<li>Adhampur&nbsp;</li>
<li>Ambala</li>
<li>Amritsar</li>
<li>Awantipur</li>
<li>Bathinda</li>
<li>Bhuj</li>
<li>Bikaner</li>
<li>Chandigarh</li>
<li>Halwara</li>
<li>Hindon</li>
<li>Jaisalmer</li>
<li>Jodhpur</li>
<li>Jammu</li>
<li>Jamnagar</li>
<li>Kandla&nbsp;</li>
<li>Kangra (Gaggal)</li>
<li>Keshod</li>
<li>Kishangarh</li>
<li>Kullu Manali (Bhuntar)</li>
<li>Leh</li>
<li>Ludhiana</li>
<li>Mundra</li>
<li>Naliya</li>
<li>Pathankot</li>
<li>Patiala</li>
<li>Porbandar</li>
<li>Rajkot (Hirasar)</li>
<li>Sarsawa&nbsp;</li>
<li>Shimla</li>
<li>Srinagar&nbsp;</li>
<li>Thoise</li>
<li>Uttarlai&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
This came a day after the Indian Armed Forces attacked nine specific sites linked to terrorism under Operation Sindoor.&nbsp;
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On May 9, a drone&nbsp;attack&nbsp;on&nbsp;Srinagar&nbsp;airport was reported and countermeasures were activated. News agency PTI quoting officials confirmed that&nbsp;these attacks on Srinagar airport and Awantipora air base were thwarted.
The closure of these airports resulted in cancellation of over 500 flights, with many carriers offering passengers the option of complete refunds or flight rescheduling.&nbsp;
Moreover, passengers are advised to check flight status directly with the airlines and monitor their websites for updates.&nbsp;
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A drone attack on Srinagar airport was reported. It was confirmed that these attacks on Srinagar airport and Awantipora air base were thwarted. India news Pakistan

As India-Pakistan tensions escalated, India launched Operation Sindoor, following which multiple airports across northern and western India were closed due to security concerns. On Monday, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) announced that the 32 airports that were closed have reopened now. The announcement comes two days after the ceasefire was announced between the two nations. Pakistan, since the India strike, has continued to violate the ceasefire and also resorted to drone attacks in multiple Indian cities. "Attention Flyers; reference notice issued for the temporary closure of 32 Airports for civil Aircraft operations till 05:29 hrs of 15 May 2025. It is informed that these Airports are now available for civil Aircraft operations with immediate effect," the Airports Authority of India (AAI) said. WATCH | Breaking | India-Pakistan tensions: Indian airspace fully open, 32 airports reopen after closure In light of evolving circumstances and dynamic airspace conditions, commercial flight operations were temporarily suspended at 32 Airports until 05:29 hrs of May, 15th 2025. It is pleased to inform that these Airports are now fully operational for #CivilAircraft movements with… pic.twitter.com/KmkTEBN0D0 — Airports Authority of India (@AAI_Official) May 12, 2025 List of Airports reopened : Adhampur Ambala Amritsar Awantipur Bathinda Bhuj Bikaner Chandigarh Halwara Hindon Jaisalmer Jodhpur Jammu Jamnagar Kandla Kangra (Gaggal) Keshod Kishangarh Kullu Manali (Bhuntar) Leh Ludhiana Mundra Naliya Pathankot Patiala Porbandar Rajkot (Hirasar) Sarsawa Shimla Srinagar Thoise Uttarlai This came a day after the Indian Armed Forces attacked nine specific sites linked to terrorism under Operation Sindoor. Also read: Indo-Pak war: Pakistani drone attack next to Srinagar airport after explosions in Jammu On May 9, a drone attack on Srinagar airport was reported and countermeasures were activated. News agency PTI quoting officials confirmed that these attacks on Srinagar airport and Awantipora air base were thwarted. The closure of these airports resulted in cancellation of over 500 flights, with many carriers offering passengers the option of complete refunds or flight rescheduling. Moreover, passengers are advised to check flight status directly with the airlines and monitor their websites for updates. Also read: India-Pak ceasefire: Is your flight on time? Check dos and don’ts here as Delhi & Mumbai airports issue fresh advisories

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India has successfully carried out Operation Sindoor, neutralizing over 100 terrorists from Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), including high-profile targets like Abdul Malik Rauf and Yusuf Azhar, brother of Masood Azhar. This operation marks a significant blow to terrorist organizations in the region.

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