In a significant development, China has agreed to reschedule more than $2 billion of Pakistan’s debt, offering much-needed relief to the financially strained country. The debt rescheduling will extend over a period of two years, providing Pakistan with some breathing space as it strives to rebuild its foreign exchange reserves through fresh loans. The decision…
In a concerning escalation of hostilities, Russian forces struck farm storage buildings in the Odesa region early Friday, causing significant damage and disrupting Ukraine’s agricultural sector. The attack came as part of a broader assault on the Black Sea port infrastructure, which had been under bombardment for the past three days. According to Ukrainian officials,…
Efforts to repatriate thousands of Ukrainian children who were taken to Russia during Moscow’s invasion have been underway since at least April, according to a reliable source familiar with the discussions. Saudi Arabia and Turkey are actively mediating the talks to find a resolution for the children’s return to Ukraine. The initiative comes after a…
Tony Bennett, the iconic American singer known for his smooth vocals and timeless hit “I Left My Heart in San Francisco,” has passed away at the age of 96, as reported by the Associated Press on Friday. Throughout his illustrious career, Bennett’s charm and talent resonated with audiences, transcending generations and earning him a dedicated…
Tragedy struck Bhutan as heavy rains caused flash floods and landslides, leading to the washing away of a section of a small hydroelectric plant on Thursday. As a result of this natural disaster, at least seven people lost their lives, and an alarming 16 others are reported missing, according to local media reports. The devastating…
In this episode of Worldview, we delve into the pressing question of whether there is still hope for a joint communique at the upcoming G20 Summit, which is merely 50 days away. Additionally, we explore the implications of such a communique and how much it matters to India. The G20 Summit is a crucial international…
On Thursday, the U.K. Conservative Party experienced a severe setback as it suffered substantial losses in two out of three parliamentary byelections. This outcome is now being closely scrutinized by observers as a potential indicator of the party’s prospects in the upcoming general election scheduled for next year. Rishi Sunak, a prominent figure within the…
In a recent development, the White House has made allegations that Ukrainian forces are utilizing cluster munitions supplied by the United States on the battlefield. The situation comes to light as Kyiv seeks to gain momentum in its arduous counteroffensive against the entrenched Russian forces and reclaim territories lost during Moscow’s invasion in the preceding…
In the context of the May 9 violence in Pakistan, the Chief Justice of Pakistan, Umar Ata Bandial, issued a directive on Friday stating that the military court should not proceed with the trial of civilians allegedly involved in the attacks on military installations during the protest without informing the Supreme Court beforehand. The case…
Saudi Aramco, the energy giant from Saudi Arabia, announced on Friday that it has successfully completed the acquisition of a 10-percent stake in a prominent Chinese petrochemicals firm. This move marks a significant step in Saudi Aramco’s expansion efforts into the global market, particularly in China, which is the world’s leading importer of crude oil….