US imposes fresh sanctions on Iran amid speculation of interim deal over Strait of Hormuz
Iran condemned the US threats of war and sanctions against Oman over its alleged cooperation with Iran, calling it yet another sign of the “moral bankruptcy” of the US government and its policy making.
“Politically motivated” raid at home of Keralam left leader sparks mass protests
The left and opposition parties have termed the raid part of the political vendetta unleashed by the ultra-right-wing government, led by Narendra Modi against the country’s opposition leaders and parties.
China calls for a revitalized UN amid rising global conflicts
The dangerous erosion of respect for international law among powerful nations and deepening geopolitical rifts between them has paralyzed the UN Security Council established to protect the rights and sovereignty of its members.
Rubio’s visit intensifies debate on India’s foreign policy independence
Apart from dealing with issues related to bilateral concerns, such as energy trade, Rubio was in New Delhi to attend the Quad (an alliance of Australia, Japan, India, and US) foreign ministers’ meeting on Tuesday.
With peace deal nearly final, US launches fresh attacks on Iran
Iran hinted on Monday that progress has been made in the talks with the US on a 14-point proposal submitted by it last week, which may end the war and establish confidence-building measures.
China denounces US indictment of Raúl Castro as violation of Cuba’s sovereignty
Social and political movements in South Asia also reiterated their solidarity with the Cuban people amidst the prolonged energy blockade imposed by the US and its threats of military aggression.
South Korea and Pakistan condemn Israel’s abduction of flotilla activists
South Korea and several other countries expressed outrage over Israel’s attacks on the Global Sumud Flotilla earlier this week and alleged torture of the kidnapped participants in custody.
China and Russia to intensify their quest for multipolarity and a rules-based world order
During Vladimir Putin’s two-day visit to Beijing, both countries also agreed to deepen their economic, trade, and military cooperation under the now extended Treaty of Good Neighborliness and Friendly Cooperation signed in 2001.