Article: Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed confidence in Russia’s victory in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine. In a New Year’s address to his nation, Putin praised Russian soldiers fighting in Ukraine as “heroes” and appealed for public support. Addressing the soldiers, Putin said, “We have faith in you and your victory.” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, however, stated that they seek to end the war but not at the cost of Ukraine’s existence. In his New Year’s address, Zelensky emphasized that Ukraine wants peace without any concessions or compromises. He acknowledged that Ukraine is exhausted but unwilling to surrender, adding…
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent successful visit to the United States has bolstered his political position, according to a report by the international media. US President Donald Trump praised Netanyahu openly and described Israel’s performance in the Gaza cease-fire agreement as “100 percent.” However, US officials claim that Netanyahu is deliberately delaying the second phase of the Gaza cease-fire agreement. The agreement, which involves the exchange of prisoners, provision of aid, and the de-escalation of fronts in Gaza, also requires the establishment of a new administration in Gaza and the deployment of an international security force. Yet, Israel has…
India’s government has announced a new tax regime for tobacco products, pan masala, and other related goods, effective February 1st. The government has introduced a new excise duty and health and national security cess (additional tax) on these products. According to media reports, a 40% Goods and Services Tax (GST) will be imposed on pan masala and tobacco products, while a 18% GST will be applied to beedis. Additionally, a health and national security cess will be levied on pan masala, and an additional excise duty on tobacco products. These new taxes and cess will replace the existing GST compounding…
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced the end of its counter-terrorism operations in Yemen. According to a news agency, the UAE’s Ministry of Defense stated that the decision was made voluntarily after a comprehensive review following recent developments. The UAE’s military presence in Yemen ended in 2019, where it played a significant role under the Arab coalition. The UAE’s Ministry of Defense claimed that the country provided international cooperation against terrorism in Yemen and achieved its objectives by completing the military mission. The UAE has expressed disappointment over Saudi Arabia’s statement regarding Yemen. On the same day, the UAE…
Article: The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is experiencing a cold snap as rainfall hits the northern emirates, including Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, and Al Ain. The highest peak in Ras Al Khaimah, Jebel Jais, recorded a temperature of 6 degrees Celsius. In Karachi, the first winter rain of the season has begun, with fog in various areas, including the President’s residence, making it likely that the city will experience even colder temperatures. This comes after heavy rain and thunderstorms in Dubai earlier in the month disrupted daily life. In light of the bad weather, the UAE government has implemented a…
The United States Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, held a meeting with his Emirati counterpart, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to discuss the ongoing Gaza crisis and regional security concerns. During the meeting, both leaders emphasized the need for continued cooperation to achieve lasting peace and stability in the region. The meeting took place on the backdrop of recent developments in the Middle East, including the recent visit by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to the United States. In a separate development, the Swiss police announced that a bomb exploded at a nightclub in Zurich early on Thursday morning,…
The Financial Times reported that the strained relations between India and the US have directly affected Indian billionaires. The British newspaper claims that India’s Hindu nationalist policy and dual foreign policy have affected relations with the US, despite Indian billionaire lobbying spending millions of dollars, failing to establish trade relations. The report states that Gautam Adani’s numerous lawsuits demonstrate that personal connections and lobbying cannot influence American legal preferences, and India is no longer a reliable ally that can be trusted to handle matters. The newspaper claims that the absence of communication between Modi and Trump during the tariff dispute…
The United Arab Emirates has announced a reduction in petroleum prices, amid a global economic shift. According to the Fuel Price Committee, the new price for petrol super 98 will be 2.53 dirhams per liter, down from 2.70 dirhams per liter in December. The price of petrol special 95 has been set at 2.42 dirhams per liter, down from 2.58 dirhams per liter in December. In a separate incident, Swiss police announced that the explosion occurred around 1:30 am on Thursday, when people were partying at New Air. The Indian government has announced that cigarettes, bidis (hand-rolled cigarettes), pan masala,…
Article: West African countries, Mali and Burkina Faso, have announced a ban on US citizens traveling to their nations in response to the US decision to include them in its list of countries subject to a travel ban. The move is a retaliation to US President Donald Trump’s decision to add these countries to the list of nations with inadequate screening, verification, and data exchange systems, posing a threat to US national security and public safety. The foreign ministries of both countries issued separate statements on Tuesday, stating that the decision was taken under the principle of mutual response. The…
January 1, 2026, marked a historic moment in the United States as Zehran Mamdani, the newly elected mayor of New York City, prepared to take his oath of office. Zehran Mamdani will be the first Muslim mayor of New York City, and his inauguration ceremony will be attended by notable figures, including Senator Bernie Sanders and former Mayor Eric Adams. The recent elections in New York City witnessed a record-breaking turnout, with over 2001 since 2001 being the previous highest turnout. Zehran Mamdani, an Asian-American candidate, won the election despite the support of President Donald Trump, defeating incumbent Mayor Andrew…
