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BRICS warships arrive in South Africa for joint naval drills near Cape Town
Warships from China, Russia and Iran arrived in South African waters on Friday to participate in a week-long multinational naval exercise off the coast of Cape Town, drawing attention amid heightened global tensions and renewed scrutiny of South Africa’s foreign policy positioning. The exercise, titled “Will for Peace 2026,” is being conducted under the framework of the BRICS group of emerging economies and is scheduled to continue until next Friday. South Africa’s armed forces sa
BRICS warships arrive in South Africa for joint naval drills near Cape Town
Warships from China, Russia and Iran arrived in South African waters on Friday to participate in a week-long multinational naval exercise off the coast of Cape Town, drawing attention amid heightened global tensions and renewed scrutiny of South Africa’s foreign policy positioning. The exercise, titled “Will for Peace 2026,” is being conducted under the framework of the BRICS group of emerging economies and is scheduled to continue until next Friday. South Africa’s armed forces sa
Russia rejects Trump’s ceasefire demand, says peace terms unchanged
Russia has rejected United States President Donald Trump’s recent demand for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing war with Ukraine, reaffirming its long-held conditions for peace. The Kremlin’s latest response makes clear that Moscow’s stance on the conflict remains unchanged, despite renewed diplomatic overtures from the U.S. and European allies seeking to end the devastating two-year war. Speaking at a press briefing in Moscow, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov dismiss
Russia rejects Trump’s ceasefire demand, says peace terms unchanged
Russia has rejected United States President Donald Trump’s recent demand for an immediate ceasefire in the ongoing war with Ukraine, reaffirming its long-held conditions for peace. The Kremlin’s latest response makes clear that Moscow’s stance on the conflict remains unchanged, despite renewed diplomatic overtures from the U.S. and European allies seeking to end the devastating two-year war. Speaking at a press briefing in Moscow, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov dismiss
India Stands Firm Amid U.S. Pressure on Russian Oil
India is once again at the center of global diplomatic attention after former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had agreed to halt Russian oil imports. The Indian government swiftly denied the statement, emphasizing that its energy decisions are made independently and based solely on national interest. This move highlights New Delhi’s determination to maintain strategic autonomy amid increasing international pressure. Over the past two years
India Stands Firm Amid U.S. Pressure on Russian Oil
India is once again at the center of global diplomatic attention after former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had agreed to halt Russian oil imports. The Indian government swiftly denied the statement, emphasizing that its energy decisions are made independently and based solely on national interest. This move highlights New Delhi’s determination to maintain strategic autonomy amid increasing international pressure. Over the past two years
Trump calls BRICS an attack on the dollar, warns of tariffs on member nations
US President Donald Trump has reignited debate over the influence of the BRICS bloc, claiming that the group represents “an attack on the dollar” and warning that countries joining it could face tariffs from the United States. Trump made the remarks during a bilateral lunch with Argentine President Javier Milei at the White House, reiterating his stance on protecting the dominance of the US dollar in global trade. Speaking to reporters, Trump asserted that the United States woul
Trump calls BRICS an attack on the dollar, warns of tariffs on member nations
US President Donald Trump has reignited debate over the influence of the BRICS bloc, claiming that the group represents “an attack on the dollar” and warning that countries joining it could face tariffs from the United States. Trump made the remarks during a bilateral lunch with Argentine President Javier Milei at the White House, reiterating his stance on protecting the dominance of the US dollar in global trade. Speaking to reporters, Trump asserted that the United States woul
India urges US to process student visas fairly and without delay
India has urged the United States to ensure that student visa applications from Indian nationals are processed on merit and without unnecessary delays. This appeal follows growing unease among Indian students over recent changes to US visa regulations, which many fear could disrupt their academic plans just as they prepare for the upcoming academic semester. A spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs acknowledged the United States’ sovereign right to grant or deny v
India urges US to process student visas fairly and without delay
India has urged the United States to ensure that student visa applications from Indian nationals are processed on merit and without unnecessary delays. This appeal follows growing unease among Indian students over recent changes to US visa regulations, which many fear could disrupt their academic plans just as they prepare for the upcoming academic semester. A spokesperson for the Ministry of External Affairs acknowledged the United States’ sovereign right to grant or deny v









