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'Arunachal Pradesh integral part of India': Bipartisan US Senate resolution condemns Chinese provocations along LAC
"The United States recognises the state of Arunachal Pradesh not as a disputed territory but as an integral part of the Republic of India, and this recognition is not qualified in any way," says the bipartisan resolution introduced by Senator Jeff Merkley, a Democrat, and Bill Hagerty, a Republican.
British MP Bob Blackman asks Pakistan to dismantle terrorist bases, particularly in illegally occupied Kashmir
Responding to a query about the threat of terrorism from Pakistan and Afghanistan, Blackman said that those who foster or sponsor terrorism are fundamentally wrong and must be countered. He also expressed his personal view that it was a mistake to withdraw from Afghanistan in the way that the United States did, leading to the Taliban's takeover and the gradual extinguishing of women's rights.
Explainer: One year on, milestone moments in Russia's war on Ukraine
One year down the line, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky remains unwaveringly in resistance to Russia, refusing to concede any territory in a peace deal with the invading country. As reported by BBC, Zelensky has said that giving up territory means Russia could "keep coming back," as "Russian attacks are already happening from several directions."
War exposes chinks in Russian armour, gives NATO sense of purpose
Thus far, Ukraine has resisted Russia's assault, thanks to the Ukrainians' valour and Western aid. But after nearly a year of fighting, there's no end in sight. When the Kremlin launched its all-out invasion in February last year, it seemingly expected to rout Ukraine's government and install a more pliant regime.
American communities being torn apart by gun violence: Biden
"Thoughts and prayers aren't enough," Biden said. "Gun violence is an epidemic and Congress must act now." He asked for what he called commonsense gun law reforms, including, among other things, requiring background checks on all gun sales and banning assault weapons, reports Xinhua news agency. However, it is unlikely that Congress would pass.
Peruvian Congress approves indictment of ex-president Castillo
After more than four hours of debate, Congress on late Friday decided to approve the final report with 59 votes in favour, 23 against and three abstentions, reports Xinhua news agency. This will allow Attorney General Patricia Benavides, who filed the complaint in October 2022, to formaliSe the investigation and initiate criminal proceedings against Castillo.
Germany to deploy Leopard tanks in Kiev very soon: Chancellor
In his speech at the MSC on Friday which comes just days ahead of the first anniversary of the ongoing invasion, the Chancellor said it was "wise to prepare for a long war" and show Russian President Vladimir Putin that Germany and its allies would not give up on Ukraine, reports the BBC. "Putin's revisionism will not win. Ukraine is more united than ever.
'Russia's Wagner group suffers over 30K casualties since Ukraine war began'
Kirby made the remarks during a White House press briefing on Friday. Of the overall figure, "approximately 9,000 were killed in action and about half of those were killed since mid-December", Kirby said.
The Wagner Group, which is owned by Russian oligarch Yevgeniy Prigozhin, currently currently has approximately 50,000 personnel deployed.
Russia warns EU of 'tit-for-tat' if seized assets transferred to Ukraine
Zakharova stressed that Russia wants to operate within the law and would give the US and its allies "every last chance" to reconsider any plans to confiscate Russian property. However, she added that Moscow was fully prepared to defend its interests, including through the use of "equal compensatory measures".
Pak Taliban claim responsibility for attack on Karachi police headquarters
The banned Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) has claimed responsibility for the attack, Dawn reported. Reports of firing on Sharea Faisal Karachi's main thoroughfare with a number of strategic installations, including the Pakistan Air Force's Faisal Base emerged at around 7:15 p.m. local time. Three floors of the five-storey building have been cleared so far.
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