Indian farmers reject proposed trade deals with West and prepare for July 9 national strike
Major farmer’s groups have announced they will participate in the upcoming July 9 national strike call made by the central trade unions against the government’s anti-worker policies.
Pakistan calls for India’s compliance with the Indus Water Treaty, proposes diplomacy
In April, India put the 1960 treaty in abeyance and has refused diplomatic engagements with Pakistan, accusing it of supporting anti-India armed groups and “cross border terrorism”.
Iran denies claims of fresh nuclear negotiations with the US
On Monday, Iran officially condemned US President Donald Trump’s threats against its supreme leader, Ayatollah Khamenei, claiming they further discredit offers for talks.
NATO becoming an even greater threat to humanity and global peace, says China
The 32 member countries of NATO have now decided to increase their military expenditure to a minimum of 5% of their GDP.
Indians denounce attacks on Iran as bid for imperialist hegemony in region
The Leftist parties in India also accused the ultra-right-wing Narendra Modi government in the country of subservience to Israeli and US interests in the region.
Iranian parliament votes to suspend country’s cooperation with the IAEA
Iran had previously accused IAEA Chief Rafael Grossi of collaborating with the US and Israel, undermining the impartiality of the UN agency and providing cover for the Israeli-US attacks on its nuclear sites.
South Korean president decides to skip NATO summit for the first time in four years
Newly elected President Lee Jae Myung cited increased domestic engagements and the volatile situation in the Middle East following US attacks on Iran as reasons for not attending the summit.
Iran demands Security Council condemn US violations of international law
Pakistan, China, and Russia jointly proposed a resolution condemning the attacks on Iran’s nuclear sites and demanding unconditional and immediate ceasefire.