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US Calls on India and Pakistan to Keep Direct Lines of Communication Open
Monika -
"We urge both sides to have direct communication in order to keep regional stability," said Tommy Pigott, the U.S. State Department spokesperson, during a regular press briefing.
Taliban Declares Chess 'Haram', Imposes Nationwide Ban in Afghanistan
Monika -
​​​​​​​According to a report by Khaama Press, this prohibition was formally communicated by the Ministry for the Promotion of Virtue and Prevention of Vice.
Chinese Missile Maker's Shares Plunge Over 6% After India Destroys Its Air-Launched Weapon
Kumar Manoj -
​​​​​​​The sharp fall followed reports that India's air defence systems had intercepted and downed the missile during Pakistan's recent air campaign.
Trump Asserts His Administration Averted 'Nuclear Conflict' Between India and Pakistan
Monika -
Addressing the White House, Trump said, "On Saturday, my administration brokered a complete and immediate ceasefire, I think, a lasting one, between India and Pakistan, ending a perilous conflict between two nations with many nuclear weapons."
China Rejects Claims of Dispatching Military Cargo Plane to Pakistan
Kumar Manoj -
The People’s Liberation Army Air Force (PLAF) refuted allegations that its Xi’an Y-20 transport plane had transported arms to Pakistan.
Trump Claims Credit for Averting Nuclear Conflict, Easing India-Pakistan Tensions Through Trade
Siddhant Kumar -
Commending the steps taken by both countries, Trump praised their leadership for showing "wisdom" and "fortitude" to see through the gravity of the situation and decide to stand down. 
Awami League Dismisses Bangladesh Interim Govt's Ban, Vows to Persist with Activities
Anurima Das -
The interim government, headed by Muhammad Yunus, declared the ban late Saturday, banning "all activities of Awami League," including its online presence, under an anti-terrorism law.
Pakistan Admits Indian Missile Strikes Destroyed Rahim Yar Khan Airbase; Squadron Leader Among 5 Killed in Sindh
Monika -
​​​​​​​The NOTAM, seen by The Indian Express, came into effect at 4 PM local time in Pakistan (4:30 PM IST) on the 10th of May and will continue to be effective until at least 4:59 AM Pakistan time (5:29 AM IST) on the 18th of May.
Zelensky Ready to Meet Putin in Turkey for Peace Talks Amid Ceasefire Push
Anurima Das -
This came after US President Donald Trump called on Ukraine to immediately accept negotiations offered by Putin to be conducted in Turkey on May 15.
Pakistan Defends US-Designated Terrorist Hafiz Abdur Rauf After India Raises Concerns
Anurima Das -
The funeral, where Pakistan's top military officials were in attendance, was adorned with coffins covered with Pakistan's national flag, which Indian officials saw as open proof that Pakistan was standing in support of terrorism.
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