Following a dramatic escalation in hostilities between India and Pakistan, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif addressed the nation after Indian missile and air strikes targeted multiple sites in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir. The strikes, which India described as preemptive actions against “terrorist infrastructure” linked to a recent massacre of tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir, marked the most severe military confrontation between the nuclear-armed neighbors in over two decades368. Key Points from the Address and Aftermath: Condemnation of Indian Strikes:In his televised address, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif labeled the Indian attacks as “cowardly” and an “act of war.” He vowed that those…
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered an unequivocal message to U.S. President Donald Trump during their first Oval Office meeting on May 6, 2025: Canada is “not for sale” and “will never be for sale.” This direct rebuff came in response to Trump’s repeated suggestions that Canada could become the 51st state of the United States-a notion Trump described as a “wonderful marriage” between the two countries2347. Key Details from the Meeting Firm Rejection of Annexation: Carney told Trump, “As you know from real estate, there are some places that are never for sale,” likening Canada to iconic, non-purchasable sites like…
US President Donald Trump described the escalation between India and Pakistan-following India’s military strikes inside Pakistani territory and Pakistan-administered Kashmir-as “a shame,” expressing regret over the renewed hostilities between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. Speaking to reporters at the White House, Trump stated, “It’s a shame. We just heard about it just as we were walking in the doors of the Oval,” highlighting how the news had only just reached him as he entered the Oval Office234578. He further reflected on the long history of conflict between India and Pakistan, saying, “They’ve been fighting for a long time. You know, they’ve…
Early on May 7, 2025, India launched a series of missile strikes against targets in Pakistan and Pakistan-administered Kashmir, in an operation codenamed Operation Sindoor. This marked the most significant direct military confrontation between the two nuclear-armed neighbors since 2019, and the first major Indian strike inside Pakistan since the 1971 war79. Nature and Targets of the Strikes Indian Statement: India stated that the strikes were aimed exclusively at “terrorist infrastructure” believed to be responsible for orchestrating attacks against India, specifically referencing the recent Pahalgam attack in Indian-administered Kashmir that killed at least 26 civilians4589. Target Locations: Indian officials reported targeting nine sites,…
Tensions between Pakistan and India have escalated sharply following a deadly terrorist attack on April 22, 2025, in Pahalgam, Indian-administered Kashmir, which resulted in the deaths of 26 tourists. India has attributed the attack to Pakistan-linked militants, specifically The Resistance Front, believed to be associated with Lashkar-e-Taiba. In response, India has suspended Pakistani visas, trade, and the Indus Waters Treaty, and closed the Wagah-Atari land border. DIE WELT+6The Australian+6Al Jazeera+6The Washington Post+2news+2Latest news & breaking headlines+2 Pakistan has denied any involvement in the attack and has called for a neutral investigation. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has warned that any Indian…
In response to the escalating U.S. tariffs—currently at 145% on Chinese imports—China has implemented a series of retaliatory measures aimed at exerting economic pressure on the United States.Latest news & breaking headlines+5The Australian+5Yahoo Finance+5 1. Increased Tariffs on U.S. Goods China has significantly raised its tariffs on U.S. products, increasing the rate from 34% to 84% as of April 10, 2025. Subsequently, on April 12, the State Council Tariff Commission announced a further increase to 125%, matching the U.S.’s tariff rate. These measures are designed to impact key American exports, particularly in agriculture and manufacturing sectors.Reuters+7Home | Holland & Knight+7CBS…
China has signaled a potential willingness to engage in trade negotiations with the United States, stating it is “currently evaluating” U.S. proposals for talks. This development comes amid escalating economic tensions and a series of reciprocal tariffs imposed by both nations.The Standard+3Investopedia+3Wall Street Journal+3Wikipedia+2Wall Street Journal+2Belstad+2 The Chinese Commerce Ministry acknowledged that senior U.S. officials have shown interest in negotiating, with the U.S. making several indirect overtures to China. However, Beijing emphasized that any dialogue would require the U.S. to demonstrate sincerity, including the removal of steep tariffs that have been a significant obstacle to trust. Malay Mail+4Investopedia+4Belstad+4ElHuffPost+4BNN+4Financial Times+4 In…
On April 28, 2025, Representative Shri Thanedar (D–MI) introduced seven articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump in the U.S. House of Representatives. The charges include obstruction of justice, abuse of trade powers, violation of First Amendment rights, bribery, and other alleged abuses of power. This marks the first impeachment resolution filed against Trump during his current term. (Axios, Wikipedia, New York Post) However, the resolution faces significant obstacles. The Republican Party controls both the House and Senate, making it unlikely that the articles will advance. Some Democratic co-sponsors have already withdrawn their support, citing procedural concerns and lack of…
China has signaled a potential willingness to engage in talks with the United States to ease the steep tariffs imposed during the ongoing trade conflict. According to statements from China’s Ministry of Commerce and reports linked to Chinese state media, China is “evaluating” proposals from the U.S. to initiate dialogue on the tariffs, which include President Donald Trump’s sweeping 145% tariff on Chinese exports236. While China maintains a firm stance that it will “fight to the end” if necessary, it has left the door open for negotiations, provided the U.S. shows sincerity by correcting its “erroneous practices” and withdrawing the…
The “5th Indo-Pak War,” referring to the conflict that escalated in April 2025 following Pakistan’s attack and terrorism in Jammu and Kashmir, saw the Pakistan Army being heavily punished by the Indian Army on 10 different battlefronts along the Line of Control (LoC). These battlefronts stretched over 300 kilometers, including sectors such as Kupara, Punch, Uri, Rampur, Gures, and Akanur. Pakistan initiated unprovoked firing and ceasefire violations, attempting to provoke India, but the Indian Army responded with swift, precise, and powerful counterattacks on all fronts123. This conflict was marked by Pakistan’s use of ceasefire violations as a cover to push…