The United Arab Emirates is set to host a historic round of trilateral discussions involving Ukraine, the United States and Russia, marking a potentially significant development in international efforts to end the prolonged conflict in Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the upcoming talks while addressing global leaders and policymakers during a high-profile economic forum in Davos, describing the meeting as the first instance where representatives from all three sides wi
The United Arab Emirates is set to host a historic round of trilateral discussions involving Ukraine, the United States and Russia, marking a potentially significant development in international efforts to end the prolonged conflict in Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the upcoming talks while addressing global leaders and policymakers during a high-profile economic forum in Davos, describing the meeting as the first instance where representatives from all three sides wi
The United States is preparing to deploy military aircraft to Pituffik Space Base in northwestern Greenland as part of what officials described as long-planned activities, according to a statement issued by the North American Aerospace Defense Command on Monday. The announcement comes amid heightened political and strategic tensions surrounding the Arctic territory, which has gained renewed attention due to its growing importance in global security calculations. NORAD, a joint milit
The United States is preparing to deploy military aircraft to Pituffik Space Base in northwestern Greenland as part of what officials described as long-planned activities, according to a statement issued by the North American Aerospace Defense Command on Monday. The announcement comes amid heightened political and strategic tensions surrounding the Arctic territory, which has gained renewed attention due to its growing importance in global security calculations. NORAD, a joint milit
Hundreds of U.S. troops have begun evacuating from a major air base in Qatar as part of a coordinated precautionary effort amid rising tensions with Iran. The move comes as the U.S. administration considers a range of military and diplomatic options in response to Iran’s crackdown on nationwide protests, raising concerns about potential retaliation against American forces stationed across the region. Service members at Al Udeid Air Base are being relocated to other military installa
Hundreds of U.S. troops have begun evacuating from a major air base in Qatar as part of a coordinated precautionary effort amid rising tensions with Iran. The move comes as the U.S. administration considers a range of military and diplomatic options in response to Iran’s crackdown on nationwide protests, raising concerns about potential retaliation against American forces stationed across the region. Service members at Al Udeid Air Base are being relocated to other military installa
Senior officials from the United States, Greenland, and Denmark are set to hold critical talks at the White House on Wednesday as tensions escalate over Washington’s renewed push to bring the Arctic island under U.S. control. The meeting comes amid increasingly forceful rhetoric from President Donald Trump, raising fresh concerns about transatlantic relations and the future cohesion of NATO. Greenland Foreign Minister Vivian Motzfeldt and Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmuss
Senior officials from the United States, Greenland, and Denmark are set to hold critical talks at the White House on Wednesday as tensions escalate over Washington’s renewed push to bring the Arctic island under U.S. control. The meeting comes amid increasingly forceful rhetoric from President Donald Trump, raising fresh concerns about transatlantic relations and the future cohesion of NATO. Greenland Foreign Minister Vivian Motzfeldt and Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmuss
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
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
A meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence was meant to focus on diplomatic efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war. Instead, public attention quickly shifted to an unexpected detail captured in photographs taken ahead of the talk
A meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence was meant to focus on diplomatic efforts to end the Russia-Ukraine war. Instead, public attention quickly shifted to an unexpected detail captured in photographs taken ahead of the talk
German lawmakers are widely expected to approve a defense procurement package exceeding 50 billion euros on Wednesday, marking one of the most significant military spending decisions in the country’s post-war history. The move reflects a broader shift in Germany’s security policy as the government seeks to strengthen national and allied defense capabilities following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Agenda documents for the Bundestag’s Budget Committee indicate that members are
German lawmakers are widely expected to approve a defense procurement package exceeding 50 billion euros on Wednesday, marking one of the most significant military spending decisions in the country’s post-war history. The move reflects a broader shift in Germany’s security policy as the government seeks to strengthen national and allied defense capabilities following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Agenda documents for the Bundestag’s Budget Committee indicate that members are
The Defense Department announced Monday that it has launched a formal investigation into Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly, a retired Navy captain, over his participation in a video urging members of the military and intelligence community to refuse illegal orders. The video, recorded by Kelly and several other Democratic lawmakers, called on uniformed personnel to uphold their oath to the Constitution amid growing political tensions surrounding former President Donald Trump’s statements about execut
The Defense Department announced Monday that it has launched a formal investigation into Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly, a retired Navy captain, over his participation in a video urging members of the military and intelligence community to refuse illegal orders. The video, recorded by Kelly and several other Democratic lawmakers, called on uniformed personnel to uphold their oath to the Constitution amid growing political tensions surrounding former President Donald Trump’s statements about execut
Reports suggesting that the United States and Russia have drafted a confidential peace proposal for Ukraine have stirred uncertainty in Kyiv and prompted questions across Europe about the future direction of the conflict. The alleged initiative, first detailed in recent media reports, points to a possible framework designed without Ukrainian participation and containing concessions that could fundamentally reshape the country’s territorial and security landscape. Senior U.S. milit
Reports suggesting that the United States and Russia have drafted a confidential peace proposal for Ukraine have stirred uncertainty in Kyiv and prompted questions across Europe about the future direction of the conflict. The alleged initiative, first detailed in recent media reports, points to a possible framework designed without Ukrainian participation and containing concessions that could fundamentally reshape the country’s territorial and security landscape. Senior U.S. milit
US President Donald Trump announced that the United States will move forward with selling F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, marking a significant shift in defence cooperation just as Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman prepares for his first Washington visit in more than seven years. Trump described Saudi Arabia as a strong ally and confirmed that the kingdom’s request for the world-class stealth aircraft will be fulfilled. The crown prince is expected to arrive with clear priorities, includi
US President Donald Trump announced that the United States will move forward with selling F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, marking a significant shift in defence cooperation just as Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman prepares for his first Washington visit in more than seven years. Trump described Saudi Arabia as a strong ally and confirmed that the kingdom’s request for the world-class stealth aircraft will be fulfilled. The crown prince is expected to arrive with clear priorities, includi
Government contracting is one of the most rewarding and stable career paths for Indian professionals living in the United States. From IT and cybersecurity to engineering and project management, thousands of Indians work for US federal contractors every year. These jobs offer competitive salaries, long-term projects, job security, and exposure to high-impact federal programs. Even though many government jobs require US citizenship, government contracting
Government contracting is one of the most rewarding and stable career paths for Indian professionals living in the United States. From IT and cybersecurity to engineering and project management, thousands of Indians work for US federal contractors every year. These jobs offer competitive salaries, long-term projects, job security, and exposure to high-impact federal programs. Even though many government jobs require US citizenship, government contracting
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is preparing for a high-stakes visit to Washington this week, marking his first trip to the United States in seven years. The visit comes at a moment of deep regional unease, with Saudi Arabia seeking firmer American security guarantees as tensions rise across the Middle East. While US President Donald Trump is expected to press the crown prince to move toward normalising relations with Israel, officials and analysts suggest that Riyadh remains reluctant
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman is preparing for a high-stakes visit to Washington this week, marking his first trip to the United States in seven years. The visit comes at a moment of deep regional unease, with Saudi Arabia seeking firmer American security guarantees as tensions rise across the Middle East. While US President Donald Trump is expected to press the crown prince to move toward normalising relations with Israel, officials and analysts suggest that Riyadh remains reluctant
At 38, Delhi-born Shilpa Chaudhary has taken a path few imagine — trading a civilian routine for military fatigues in the United States Army. An Indian citizen and lawful permanent resident of the US, Chaudhary chose to serve the country that became her adopted home, reflecting both courage and complexity in an era where immigration debates remain deeply polarized. As a Green Card holder, Chaudhary was eligible to enlist under a long-standing US Department of Defense policy that a
At 38, Delhi-born Shilpa Chaudhary has taken a path few imagine — trading a civilian routine for military fatigues in the United States Army. An Indian citizen and lawful permanent resident of the US, Chaudhary chose to serve the country that became her adopted home, reflecting both courage and complexity in an era where immigration debates remain deeply polarized. As a Green Card holder, Chaudhary was eligible to enlist under a long-standing US Department of Defense policy that a
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced on Sunday, October 26, that Russia had successfully completed the final test of its Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile, a weapon Moscow describes as having an “unlimited range.” The missile, often referred to as the “Flying Chernobyl” due to its nuclear propulsion system, has been a subject of intense global scrutiny since its development was first disclosed in 2018. Putin called the weapon a “unique creation that no other
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced on Sunday, October 26, that Russia had successfully completed the final test of its Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile, a weapon Moscow describes as having an “unlimited range.” The missile, often referred to as the “Flying Chernobyl” due to its nuclear propulsion system, has been a subject of intense global scrutiny since its development was first disclosed in 2018. Putin called the weapon a “unique creation that no other
India is set to launch Trishul 2025, a major military exercise off the coast of Gujarat beginning October 30, focusing on the Rann of Kutch and the Sir Creek region. The Army has deployed tanks, armed helicopters, and missile units, while the Navy has stationed frigates and destroyers, and the Air Force has sent Su-30MKIs and Rafales. The exercise covers a swathe of north-west Gujarat and parts of Rajasthan until November 10, amid rising tensions with Pakistan, which has expanded military inf
India is set to launch Trishul 2025, a major military exercise off the coast of Gujarat beginning October 30, focusing on the Rann of Kutch and the Sir Creek region. The Army has deployed tanks, armed helicopters, and missile units, while the Navy has stationed frigates and destroyers, and the Air Force has sent Su-30MKIs and Rafales. The exercise covers a swathe of north-west Gujarat and parts of Rajasthan until November 10, amid rising tensions with Pakistan, which has expanded military inf
Nuclear energy stocks rallied sharply on Wednesday following the U.S. Army’s announcement of a new initiative to deploy small nuclear reactors across military installations. The move has sparked renewed investor optimism in advanced reactor technologies, signaling growing government support for next-generation energy systems designed to meet future power demands. Shares of several nuclear-related companies surged in response to the news. NuScale Power, a pioneer in small modular r
Nuclear energy stocks rallied sharply on Wednesday following the U.S. Army’s announcement of a new initiative to deploy small nuclear reactors across military installations. The move has sparked renewed investor optimism in advanced reactor technologies, signaling growing government support for next-generation energy systems designed to meet future power demands. Shares of several nuclear-related companies surged in response to the news. NuScale Power, a pioneer in small modular r
The legal battle surrounding Randy Halprin, one of the two surviving members of the infamous “Texas 7” prison gang, has reached another turning point. A Dallas County judge has confirmed that Halprin’s defense attorney, Heath Harris, will remain on the case despite efforts from prosecutors to have him removed. At the same time, a firm date has now been set for Halprin’s highly anticipated retrial, which is scheduled to begin on April 5, 2027. Halprin, who is
The legal battle surrounding Randy Halprin, one of the two surviving members of the infamous “Texas 7” prison gang, has reached another turning point. A Dallas County judge has confirmed that Halprin’s defense attorney, Heath Harris, will remain on the case despite efforts from prosecutors to have him removed. At the same time, a firm date has now been set for Halprin’s highly anticipated retrial, which is scheduled to begin on April 5, 2027. Halprin, who is
Rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs has pleaded for leniency as he awaits sentencing in a sex assault and prostitution case. In a letter submitted to the court, Combs admitted he had “lost his way” and acknowledged that he would forever carry the burden of his actions. His plea comes after being found guilty on two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution, tied to arranging what he called “freak-offs,” where women and men were flown across the United States f
Rapper Sean “Diddy” Combs has pleaded for leniency as he awaits sentencing in a sex assault and prostitution case. In a letter submitted to the court, Combs admitted he had “lost his way” and acknowledged that he would forever carry the burden of his actions. His plea comes after being found guilty on two counts of transporting individuals for prostitution, tied to arranging what he called “freak-offs,” where women and men were flown across the United States f
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has pushed back against US President Donald Trump’s claims that India is “funding Russia’s war in Ukraine.” Speaking in an interview with Fox News, Zelenskyy stated that “India is mostly with us” while acknowledging ongoing energy challenges that complicate the picture. His comments came after Trump, during a speech at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), dir
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has pushed back against US President Donald Trump’s claims that India is “funding Russia’s war in Ukraine.” Speaking in an interview with Fox News, Zelenskyy stated that “India is mostly with us” while acknowledging ongoing energy challenges that complicate the picture. His comments came after Trump, during a speech at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), dir