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Explained: Did Trump Administration Commit War Crime In Boat Attack Off Venezuela

Members of Congress have said they will investigate whether the US military broke the law by allegedly killing two survivors of a strike on a suspected drug trafficking vessel in the Caribbean. The White House has defended the strike as lawful.

Published on: 04.12.2025 18:30
PM Modi's Big Welcome For Putin: Hug, Carpool Ride, Then Private Dinner

Russian President Vladimir Putin landed in New Delhi on Thursday evening for a 27-hour visit that India views as a reaffirmation of one of its oldest and most resilient strategic partnerships in the world.

Published on: 04.12.2025 18:12
Mark Zuckerberg Plans 30% Budget Cuts To Build Metaverse, Layoffs Loom

Meta Platforms Inc.'s Mark Zuckerberg is expected to meaningfully cut resources for building the so-called metaverse, an effort that he once framed as the future of the company and the reason for changing its name from Facebook Inc.

Published on: 04.12.2025 17:49
Warrant Against Sheikh Hasina's Son Over 2024 Bangladesh Protests

Bangladesh's International Crime Tribunal (ICT) on Thursday has issued an arrest warrant against Sajeeb Wazed Joy, son of former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina.

Published on: 04.12.2025 17:06
Hong Kong Removes Construction Netting After Deadly Fire That Killed 159

Workers began removing protective netting from construction sites across Hong Kong on Thursday to comply with a government order after the city's deadliest fire in decades.

Published on: 04.12.2025 16:52
Putin India Visit LIVE Updates: PM Modi Hosts Private Dinner For Putin Ahead Of India-Russia Summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin is in India for his two-day state visit. The Russian delegation will hold discussions on cooperation in areas such as trade, economy, science, technology, and culture.

Published on: 04.12.2025 16:36
Porn Site Fined 1 Million Pounds For Failing To Check Age Of Users In UK

Britain's media watchdog on Thursday slapped a 1 million pounds ($1.3 million) fine on a company for failing to ensure robust age checks on its 18 pornography websites.

Published on: 04.12.2025 16:32
In Pics: PM Modi Greets Vladimir Putin At Delhi Airport With Hug, Handshake

Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in New Delhi on Thursday evening for a 27-hour visit.

Published on: 04.12.2025 15:59
New Zealand Man Swallows $19,000 James Bond-Inspired Pendant, Police Await Nature's Course

The stolen item is a Faberge x 007 Octopussy egg pendant, which is a limited edition with only 50 made globally.

Published on: 04.12.2025 15:43
"Russia Is India's Strategic Partner In Technology Defence": Rajnath Singh

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday said that Russia remains India's strategic partner in technology and defence despite the recent geopolitical developments.

Published on: 04.12.2025 15:13
"Our Countries Tied With Time-Proven Friendship": Russia Defence Minister

Andrei Belousov said that both nations are friends based on mutual respect.

Published on: 04.12.2025 15:12
Former Bangladesh PM Khaleda Zia To Be Flown To London For Advanced Care

The interim government in Bangladesh has announced special prayers across the country for former prime minister and BNP chairperson Begum Khaleda Zia. Temples, churches, pagodas and other places of worship have been requested to hold prayers for her.

Published on: 04.12.2025 14:47
Sri Lanka Cyclone Survivors Afraid To Go Home, Stuck In Relief Centres

Residents of Kithulbadde village in central Sri Lanka say they have been left in the lurch after last week's deadly cyclone, and many are stuck in relief centres, as damaged infrastructure has made them wary of returning home.

Published on: 04.12.2025 14:46
Not 'Fortress On Wheels', Putin Leaves Delhi Airport In PM Modi's Fortuner

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin travelled in the same official car as they came out of the airport in Delhi.

Published on: 04.12.2025 14:29
PM Modi's Surprise Appearance At Airport And A Hug For Putin

Prime Minister Narendra Modi received Russian President Vladimir Putin at Delhi airport this evening. Before both headed out in the same car, the two leaders shook hands, hugged each other and exchanged greetings.

Published on: 04.12.2025 14:28
In PM Vajpayee's 2001 Russia Visit To Meet Putin, A Narendra Modi Cameo

The Prime Minister and President Vladimir Putin will meet on Thursday evening, as they have several times since Narendra Modi assumed office.

Published on: 04.12.2025 13:22
Putin's 'Flying Kremlin' Was World's Most-Tracked Plane En Route India

The aircraft carrying Russian President Vladimir Putin was the most tracked flight in the world earlier today, according to Flight Radar 24.

Published on: 04.12.2025 13:13
How A Food Order Led To Arrest Of Dubai Scam Mastermind In India: "This Is A Big Catch"

The scam collapsed in March 2024, leaving hundreds of investors, mostly Indian expats, with significant losses.

Published on: 04.12.2025 13:02
From Bin Laden To Pak To Nukes, When Putin Spoke To NDTV 23 Years Ago

Russian President Vladimir Putin's interview with NDTV 23 years ago has some lines that in hindsight seemed prophetic about the times today.

Published on: 04.12.2025 11:25
Anti-Missile Defences, Radar-Jamming Tech: Inside Putin's 'Flying Kremlin'

The aircraft is manufactured by the Voronezh Aircraft Production Association and operated by Russia's Special Flight Squadron, which handles all presidential travel.

Published on: 04.12.2025 11:22

News from Arabic Countries

Can Africa choose economic partners on its own terms?

Africa's minerals and young workforce are attracting global interest as China, the US and Europe compete for influence.

Published on: 04.12.2025 18:27
Qalqilya targeted as Israel escalates raids in northern West Bank

Raids lead to arrest of Palestinians, as Israeli violence surges across northern occupied West Bank.

Published on: 04.12.2025 18:02
Russia’s Putin found ‘morally responsible’ for nerve agent death in UK

Dawn Sturgess, 44, was unwittingly caught up in an assassination attempt against the former Russian spy Sergei Skripal.

Published on: 04.12.2025 17:25
UN warns Sudan’s Kordofan faces mass atrocities as fighting spreads

Rights chief fears another wave of violence similar to el-Fasher as death toll mounts across strategic region.

Published on: 04.12.2025 17:09
Netanyahu will win again, because in Israel, ‘there is none like him’

His supporters defend him, his opponents cannot look past him and the centre keeps trying to bargain with him.

Published on: 04.12.2025 16:56
Stalled Moscow talks collide with Zelenskyy’s corruption crisis

Stalled Moscow talks with the US and Vladimir Putin offered little relief to Ukrainians reeling from years of war.

Published on: 04.12.2025 16:31
Trump live: DRC, Rwanda leaders arrive in Washington for peace agreement

US President Donald Trump will meet the leaders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Washington.

Published on: 04.12.2025 16:31
Another devastating Israeli strike on Lebanon captured on video

Video captured an Israeli strike destroying a building in southern Lebanon, this time in al-Majadel.

Published on: 04.12.2025 16:19
Israel hits multiple towns in southern Lebanon as attacks intensify

Strike on Jbaa follows warnings for more attacks as Israel continues daily attacks despite year-old ceasefire.

Published on: 04.12.2025 16:06
Why is Belgium opposed to using Russian assets to support Ukraine?

Belgium is pushing back against a plan to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine's economy and war effort.

Published on: 04.12.2025 15:39
Nigerian parents left in suspense weeks after kidnappers abduct 300

Parents in rural Nigeria still have no idea what has happened to their children weeks after kidnappers abducted 300.

Published on: 04.12.2025 15:19
Mother recounts escape from landslide amid Indonesia floods

Indonesian mother Sri Yuni Pardede fled with her baby as landslides struck her community in North Tapanuli.

Published on: 04.12.2025 15:16
Has the Pentagon really exonerated Pete Hegseth over Signal leaks?

US defense secretary was accused of putting military personnel in danger when he used messaging app to discuss strikes.

Published on: 04.12.2025 15:08
What do Russian nationals, analysts make of US-led Ukraine peace talks?

While some in Russia believe Ukraine is standing in the way of peace, other analysts say Putin has maximalist ambitions.

Published on: 04.12.2025 14:44
Children in Sri Lanka floods have nowhere “to go back to”

“They don't have anywhere to go back to."

Published on: 04.12.2025 14:44
Tunisia arrests top opposition leader Nejib Chebbi in widening crackdown

Ahmed Nejib Chebbi is among dozens of government critics facing years-long prison terms after 'sham trial'.

Published on: 04.12.2025 14:15
Israel’s Evolving Starvation of Gaza

Most land left to Palestinians after the ceasefire isn't arable, while most fertile land is under Israeli control.

Published on: 04.12.2025 14:06
Gaza militia leader accused of collaborating with Israel killed: Reports

Yasser Abu Shabab was infamous during Israel's war on Gaza, as his group was accused of stealing desperately needed aid.

Published on: 04.12.2025 14:05
Eurovision organisers debate whether Israel should be barred from contest

Jury may vote along with the public if EBU cannot prevent bids that sway the public, as Israel allegedly did last year.

Published on: 04.12.2025 13:53
Ilhan Omar condemns ‘creepy’ Donald Trump’s attack on Somali communities

Donald Trump has doubled down on his attacks on Somali-Americans, saying Somali immigrants have “destroyed our country”.

Published on: 04.12.2025 13:23
Rubio says Trump to get involved in Sudan peace efforts as civil war rages

US secretary of state says US president is 'the only leader in the world capable of resolving the Sudan crisis'.

Published on: 04.12.2025 13:11
Meet the US’s drug running friends: A history of narcotics involvement

Trump claims to be cracking down on drug gangs in Venezuela but pardoned a Honduran drug lord serving time in the US.

Published on: 04.12.2025 12:57
Video: Palestinians work to rebuild Gaza’s beloved heritage landmarks

Some of Gaza’s most treasured landmarks were badly damaged by Israel during the war.

Published on: 04.12.2025 12:47
Root’s first century in Australia gives England edge as Starc topples Akram

England get edge on first day of second Test at the Gabba in Brisbane as Joe Root hits his first century in Australia.

Published on: 04.12.2025 12:35
What we know about the DC shooting suspect’s shadowy Afghan CIA unit?

The Afghan refugee who shot two US national guardsmen in Washington DC is a veteran of the CIA’s shadowy Zero Units.

Published on: 04.12.2025 12:15