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Putin Says Working On Ukraine Plan, PM Says "Not Neutral, On Side Of Peace"

Russia is working towards a 'peaceful settlement' in Ukraine - to end a war Moscow began in February 2022 - and details of that proposal have been shared with India, President Vladimir Putin said Friday morning in Delhi.

Published on: 05.12.2025 11:48
'Dear Friends' PM Modi, Putin Say "Walk Together In Fight Against Terror"

India and Russia 'walk together in the fight against terrorism', Prime Minister Narendra Modi said Friday afternoon in a joint statement with Russia's Vladimir Putin.

Published on: 05.12.2025 11:42
Vladimir Putin In India LIVE Updates: PM Modi Says "Trust" Is The Greatest Strength Of India-Russia Relations

Putin India Visit LIVE Updates: 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: 05.12.2025 11:40
'India, Russia Agree On Program To Expand Trade Till 2030': PM Modi

India and Russia have agreed on an economic cooperation programme aimed at expanding trade till 2030, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday at a press conference along with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Published on: 05.12.2025 11:36
Elon Musk's X Fined $140 Million By EU For Breaching Online Content Rules

Elon Musk's social media company X was fined 120 million euros ($140 million) by EU tech regulators on Friday for breaching EU online content rules, the first sanction under landmark legislation which will likely draw the US government's ire.

Published on: 05.12.2025 11:32
"Bugs Bunny Trial": Netanyahu On Ongoing Corruption Case Against Him

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu denounced the ongoing corruption case against him as a "Bugs Bunny trial" and defended his controversial pardon request in a video published on social media.

Published on: 05.12.2025 10:29
Confronted By Ukrainian Journalist, Putin's Rumoured Daughter Apologises For Father's War

Luiza Rozova, widely believed to be the secret daughter of Russian President Vladimir Putin, has apologised for her father's war in Ukraine. Her apology came in response to a Ukrainian journalist's questions on the streets of Paris.

Published on: 05.12.2025 10:14
Video: Indonesia Highway Collapses Into A Sinkhole, People Run To Save Lives

A huge section of a highway collapsed and turned into a massive sinkhole in West Sumatra, Indonesia. The road, damaged likely due to recent flash floods and landslides, gave way suddenly, creating a 20-30 metre wide gap separating the two ends.

Published on: 05.12.2025 09:23
Zohran Mamdani, Louvre Among Most Mispronounced Words Of 2025

From the election of Zohran Mamdani to the intrigue surrounding the jewel heist at the Louvre, keeping up with this year's news also left some Americans struggling with pronunciations.

Published on: 05.12.2025 08:44
Asim Munir Now In Control Of Pakistan's Nuclear Button

The Shehbaz Sharif government has formally appointed Field Marshal Asim Munir as Pakistan's first-ever Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), a newly created and powerful military position in a nuclear-armed country.

Published on: 05.12.2025 08:36
Police Recover $19,000 James Bond-Inspired Pendant From Man's Excreta

The limited-edition, Faberge egg pendant was recovered Thursday night after it exited the suspect's gastrointestinal tract naturally without medical intervention.

Published on: 05.12.2025 08:17
"Changes May Be Upsetting": TikTok To Comply With Australia's Social Media Ban

TikTok will block under-16s in Australia on the day the law comes into effect, it said, meaning they will no longer be able to hold or create an account.

Published on: 05.12.2025 08:16
As Trump Counts Down, Melania Lights The National Christmas Tree

At the annual tree lighting on the Ellipse, just south of the White House, President Donald Trump told the crowd, "The first lady is going to do the honors."

Published on: 05.12.2025 08:10
"Clear Message To World": Chinese Media's Big Praise Of Putin's India Visit

Amid the Western pressure on New Delhi to reduce trade with Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin's two-day visit to India sent a "clear message" to the world that "neither country is isolated", according to a Chinese media report.

Published on: 05.12.2025 07:58
What Putin Wrote About Mahatma Gandhi On Visitors' Book At Rajghat

Putin, in his short note, called Mahatma Gandhi the founder of modern independent India, a humanist, and a great freedom fighter.

Published on: 05.12.2025 07:46
Why is China Making Condoms Expensive? 13% VAT Imposed On Contraceptives

These products had been exempt from VAT for the past three decades as China enforced its strict one-child policy and actively promoted birth control.

Published on: 05.12.2025 07:37
As Putin Visits India, US Seeks Stronger Ties In Fortifying Indo-Pacific

The United States has called for continued efforts to improve its relations with India, following a bitter run-in over tariffs and trade differences, with a new report highlighting the need for New Delhi's participation in countering the Indo-Pacific

Published on: 05.12.2025 07:08
US President Trump Hires New Architect For White House Ballroom

US President Donald Trump has hired a new architect for his $300-million White House ballroom, a spokesman said Thursday, after reported disagreements with the project's original designer.

Published on: 05.12.2025 07:05
PM Modi, Putin At Hyderabad House After Rajghat Visit, Guard Of Honour

Russian President Vladimir Putin is in India on a state visit aimed at bolstering bilateral and economic ties between New Delhi and Moscow.

Published on: 05.12.2025 06:45
'My Mother Crushed My Stomach With A Stone': Tales Of Abortion In Afghanistan

The Taliban -- who follow a strict interpretation of Islam -- did not change the abortion laws when they returned to power in 2021.

Published on: 05.12.2025 06:38

News from Arabic Countries

Four killed in ‘drug boat’ attack ordered by US defence chief

The US military says it killed four people in an air strike on a suspected drug boat in in the Eastern Pacific.

Published on: 05.12.2025 12:04
LIVE: FIFA World Cup 2026 draw

Follow our live build-up, with analysis and all the latest news, ahead of the draw for next year's FIFA World Cup.

Published on: 05.12.2025 12:01
Syrians gather to celebrate first anniversary of Assad’s fall

Tens of thousands of Syrians have gathered in Hama to celebrate the first anniversary of the fall of Bashar al-Assad.

Published on: 05.12.2025 11:52
As Hong Kong reckons with worst fire in decades, many see echoes of 2019

Unresolved anger and mistrust from the 2019 protests have hung over the response to the deadly Tai Po fire.

Published on: 05.12.2025 11:51
Turkiye orders arrest of top-tier footballers, officials in gambling probe

At least 27 top club players are suspected of having bet on matches involving their own teams.

Published on: 05.12.2025 11:48
Abu Shabab’s killing “a heavy hit” to Israeli-backed Gaza gangs

Analyst Muhammad Shehada explains how Yasser Abu Shabab’s death rattles Israel’s proxy gangs in Gaza.

Published on: 05.12.2025 11:47
Iranian delegation in the US for World Cup draw after threatening boycott

Head coach Ghalenoei is part of the delegation attending the draw despite saying they would boycott it over visa issues.

Published on: 05.12.2025 11:44
UNSC delegation meets Lebanon’s Aoun, tours south amid Israeli escalation

Lebanese leader urges UNSC to press Israel to respect the November 2024 ceasefire it has repeatedly violated.

Published on: 05.12.2025 11:11
Opening ‘Pandora’s box’: What happens if the US attacks Venezuela?

Experts warn a US strike on Venezuela could trigger instability rather than a peaceful transition.

Published on: 05.12.2025 11:10
MF Husain was forced into exile; now his work finds permanent home in Qatar

Qatar opens Lawh Wa Qalam museum dedicated to India's most famous painter, who was hounded into exile by Hindu right.

Published on: 05.12.2025 10:49
Putin and Modi discuss trade and peace at summit talks in India

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin as talks began on boosting trade.

Published on: 05.12.2025 09:58
Who is Brian Cole, arrested for planting pipe bombs in Washington in 2021?

Cole, a resident of Woodbridge, Virginia, was identified following a long investigation.

Published on: 05.12.2025 09:45
Pakistan seeks new South Asian bloc to cut India out: Will it work?

Pakistan says an emerging three-way cooperation with Bangladesh and China could be 'expanded and duplicated'.

Published on: 05.12.2025 09:38
Hong Kong student union suspended over calls for justice for fire victims

Hong Kong Baptist University student union says suspension was 'unfounded' and may have 'ulterior motives'.

Published on: 05.12.2025 09:37
Modi “strengthens his own position” with Putin meeting

“[Modi is] not going to change the direction of Indian foreign policy because [the] Trump administration does not like i

Published on: 05.12.2025 09:34
Makeshift movie screenings in Gaza City bring children ‘out of the ruin’

The initiative is helping Gaza's children 'glimpse a better reality', says Palestinian filmmaker Mustafa al-Nabih.

Published on: 05.12.2025 08:57
LIVE: Israel sets military budget at $34bn as it keeps attacking Gaza

People in the enclave fear the resumption of the full-scale genocidal war as Israeli ceasefire violations persist.

Published on: 05.12.2025 08:15
Israel “art-washing its war crimes” through Eurovision

Dorien Ballout on the boycott by the Netherlands and other countries of Eurovision 2026 after Israel allowed to compete.

Published on: 05.12.2025 08:14
Putin increasingly belligerent as truce talks flounder, Ukraine war rages

As peace efforts fail to bear fruit, the Russian leader threatens Odesa and Mykolaiv - and warns of wider war on Europe.

Published on: 05.12.2025 07:58
Ukrainian diver Lyskun switches allegiance to Russia, loses all medals

Ukrainian officials termed Lyskun's switch 'categorically unacceptable' and have stripped her all of medals and awards.

Published on: 05.12.2025 07:53
Japan, China continue to spar at UN over Takaichi remarks on Taiwan

Fallout continues after prime minister said use of force against Taiwan would be 'survival threatening' for Japan.

Published on: 05.12.2025 07:18
Australia hails ‘shared vision’, as defence minister set to visit Japan

Canberra says it seeks to make early contact with the new administration of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

Published on: 05.12.2025 07:12
China, France pledge cooperation as Xi joins Macron in trip to Chengdu

French leader Macron says he was 'very touched' by Xi's gesture to accompany him to Chengdu - a departure from protocol.

Published on: 05.12.2025 06:59
More heavy rain slows Sri Lanka’s recovery after deadly cyclone

President Dissanayake has called rescue and recovery efforts the most difficult in the nation's history.

Published on: 05.12.2025 06:57
RSF kills dozens, mostly children, in war-torn Sudan’s Kalogi: SAF sources

Sudan Doctors Network says 'deliberate suicide-drone attacks' targeted a kindergarten and several civilian facilities.

Published on: 05.12.2025 06:25