WORLD

Canada's PM Justin Trudeau Acknowledges a 'Tonal Shift' in Relations with India
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Trudeau mentioned in an interview with CBC news that the US indictment seemed to have led to a shift in India's approach, indicating a more measured stance from the Narendra Modi government.
Hamas Leader Ismael Haniyeh in Cairo for Ceasefire Talks and Hostage Release Discussions
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As the prominent face of Hamas for international diplomacy, Haniyeh is scheduled to meet with top Egyptian officials to advance negotiations with Israel.
Bangladesh Opposition Pledges Non-Cooperation Strategy to Halt Scheduled Polls
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Urging a collective resistance, the country's major opposition urged citizens and officials to boycott the election and refrain from supporting the government, including refusing to pay taxes, as reported by Xinhua news agency.
Death Toll Climbs to 131 in China Earthquake, Nearly 1,000 Reported Injured
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Gansu, positioned between the Tibetan and Loess plateaus and sharing borders with Mongolia, recorded 113 deaths and 782 injuries, according to local authorities cited by Xinhua news agency.
Volodymyr Zelensky Addresses Uncertainty Over Duration of Russia-Ukraine Conflict
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"The answer eludes us all. Even esteemed figures, our commanders, and our allies in the West, who suggest a prolonged war, cannot pinpoint the conclusion," remarked Zelensky during Tuesday night's press conference.
Israel agrees to week-long ceasefire for hostage release: Sources
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The fresh development comes two days after Mossad chief David Barnea met CIA Director William Burns and Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani in Warsaw on Monday.
Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar's Official Visit to Nepal Scheduled for January 2024
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The visit, confirmed by Saud, will focus on reviewing and smoothing relations between Nepal and India, utilizing the highest bilateral mechanism available to them. After a hiatus of nearly three years, the meeting presents an opportunity to sign several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs).
Blue Origin Achieves Successful Launch and Recovery of New Shepard Booster, Jeff Bezos Announces
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This accomplishment comes after a setback in September 2022 when an uncrewed research mission faced a critical issue moments after launch, resulting in the failure of the reusable first-stage booster.
Palestinian Islamic Jihad Issues Hostage Video, Escalating Tensions
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Moses and Katzir, kidnapped from Kibbutz Nir Oz on October 7, express their desire to be reunited with their families. In the footage, Moses emphasizes the dangers they face in Gaza and implores the government to take all necessary actions for their safe return.
UN Security Council Vote on Gaza Resolution Delayed Again, Now Scheduled for Wednesday
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The draft resolution, introduced by the United Arab Emirates, urges an "urgent and sustainable cessation of hostilities to allow safe and unhindered humanitarian access in the Gaza Strip" and calls for the "immediate and unconditional release of all hostages."
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