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Zaporozhye Nuclear Plant on Brink: Rosatom CEO Blames Ukraine for 'Nuclear Incident' Provocation

The Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant, Europe's largest, is once again at the heart of grave international concern after Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev accused Ukraine of 'openly choosing the path of provoking a nuclear incident' by targeting the plant's crucial diesel fuel supplies. Likhachev reported that Ukrainian attacks on Friday killed two Russian servicemen and injured several others, calling the strikes a deliberate act to endanger the Russian-held facility and its purely civilian mission.

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Zaporozhye Nuclear Plant on Brink: Rosatom CEO Blames Ukraine for 'Nuclear Incident' Provocation
World 5 hours ago

Xi Jinping Skips BRICS Gala Dinner: Fatigue or a Diplomatic Message?

Chinese President Xi Jinping notably skipped a gala dinner hosted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday, September 12, following a day of intense BRICS Summit proceedings and bilateral talks in New Delhi. While sources cited fatigue and time difference after a packed schedule, his absence, alongside the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, quickly fueled speculation about its underlying diplomatic implications for India-China ties.

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Xi Jinping Skips BRICS Gala Dinner: Fatigue or a Diplomatic Message?
World 5 hours ago

India-China Dialogue: Experts Urge Clear LAC Delineation Amid Recent High-Stakes Talks

In a critical move for Asia's future, India and China must move beyond general diplomatic talks to clearly define the Line of Actual Control (LAC), experts Alok Bansal and Prof Swaran Singh stressed, even as Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Xi Jinping recently concluded high-level engagements. Just days ago, on September 12, 2026, the two leaders met during the BRICS Summit in New Delhi, pledging to address the long-standing border dispute and ensure that 'differences should not become disputes'.

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India-China Dialogue: Experts Urge Clear LAC Delineation Amid Recent High-Stakes Talks
World 5 hours ago

Middle East Boiling Point: Vessel Struck in Hormuz as Houthis Hit Saudi Base

An Iranian commercial vessel was hit in the Strait of Hormuz today, leading to one death and four injuries, while Yemen's Houthi fighters claimed a drone and missile attack on a Saudi military base in Sharurah. This double blow to regional stability comes amid rapidly worsening conflict, with Iranian state media blaming a 'terrorist enemy' for the vessel strike.

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Middle East Boiling Point: Vessel Struck in Hormuz as Houthis Hit Saudi Base
World 5 hours ago

India Ascends: BRICS Summit Highlights Global Power Shift as US Influence Wanes

As India wraps up hosting the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, US Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi has starkly warned that President Donald Trump's 'America First' policies are pushing traditional US allies away, creating a dangerous global drift. Amidst this, Cornell University scholar Allen Carlson suggests the expanded BRICS bloc, now with 11 members, is solidifying as the core of a new international order, with India and China at its heart, challenging Washington's long-held dominance.

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World 5 hours ago

Trump Predicts Swift Iran War End Post-Midterms Amidst Escalating Global Conflict

Former President Donald Trump has made a bold prediction, stating that the ongoing 'war' between the U.S., Israel, and Iran, which ignited in February 2026, will conclude 'immediately after' the upcoming November midterm elections. His comments, delivered amidst renewed fighting in the Strait of Hormuz and soaring global energy prices, suggest Iran is stalling in hopes of influencing U.S. political outcomes by wishing for a 'weak group' of Democrats to take control of Congress. This striking declaration underscores the deep entanglement of geopolitics with domestic electoral cycles, as the seven-month-old conflict continues to disrupt global stability.

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Trump Predicts Swift Iran War End Post-Midterms Amidst Escalating Global Conflict
World 9 hours ago

Canada, Ukraine Unite to Bring Home Thousands of Abducted Ukrainian Children

Canada is stepping up its efforts to address one of the most heartbreaking consequences of the Russia-Ukraine war, co-hosting a major international conference this month aimed at bringing home thousands of Ukrainian children and civilians unlawfully held by Russia. Set for September 28-29 in Toronto, the 'Pathways to Peace: Second International Conference on Returning Ukrainian Children, Detained Civilians, and Prisoners of War' will gather global leaders to push for the return and reintegration of those forcibly taken.

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Canada, Ukraine Unite to Bring Home Thousands of Abducted Ukrainian Children
World 9 hours ago

BRICS Summit Delhi: Navigating Global Crises, Reforming Governance, and Defying Unilateralism

The 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi has concluded with the unanimous adoption of the New Delhi Declaration, a 140-paragraph consensus document that meticulously navigates contentious global issues from the Gaza conflict to US tariffs, while notably omitting any direct mention of the Russia-Ukraine war. The declaration highlights a delicate diplomatic balancing act, particularly in addressing the ongoing tensions between member states Iran and the UAE, and reaffirms the bloc's commitment to a more inclusive and reformed global governance structure.

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BRICS Summit Delhi: Navigating Global Crises, Reforming Governance, and Defying Unilateralism
World 9 hours ago

Alarming MND Spike in Regional Australia Points to Urgent Environmental Link

New research reveals a shocking surge in Motor Neurone Disease (MND) cases across regional Australia, with parts of Western New South Wales experiencing incidence rates up to seven times higher than the global average. This alarming increase strongly suggests a link to environmental factors, moving away from purely genetic explanations for the deadly neurological condition. The findings have sparked urgent calls for more detailed investigation into the specific triggers present in these rural communities.

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World 18 hours ago

Delhi Declaration: BRICS Unites Global South, Bridging Gulf Divide Amid West Asia Turmoil

In a significant diplomatic triumph, the expanded BRICS bloc, now with 11 full members, successfully adopted the New Delhi Declaration 2026 on Saturday, overcoming sharp differences between new members the United Arab Emirates and Iran. This breakthrough, forged on the sidelines of the 18th BRICS Summit, saw Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and UAE Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan hold their first face-to-face meeting since the West Asia conflict erupted, laying bare the bloc's growing capacity to mediate complex geopolitical disputes. Crucially, the declaration managed to call for 'maximum restraint' in the region without directly referencing the ongoing US attacks on Iran, a testament to India's deft diplomatic navigation.

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Delhi Declaration: BRICS Unites Global South, Bridging Gulf Divide Amid West Asia Turmoil
World 18 hours ago

Niger's Kafra Oil Block: A Potential 2.5 Billion Barrel Game-Changer

Niger's oil minister just dropped a bombshell, announcing that the Kafra oil block could hold a whopping 2.5 billion barrels of oil, sending a clear signal of the nation's burgeoning energy ambitions. Active drilling has already begun in the northern block, with this massive estimate underscoring Niger's potential to become a significant player in the global energy market and fuel its national development. This announcement, made during a Wednesday press conference, highlights Kafra as a cornerstone for deeper economic cooperation with neighboring Algeria, a key regional partner.

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Niger's Kafra Oil Block: A Potential 2.5 Billion Barrel Game-Changer
World 18 hours ago

Trump's Dublin Visit Ignites Geopolitical Firestorm Over Ireland, Falklands

During a contentious visit to Dublin, US President Donald Trump has triggered a significant diplomatic row by publicly endorsing a united Ireland, declaring the unification 'inevitable' and 'a very cool thing' while standing alongside Taoiseach Micheál Martin. This direct intervention breaks decades of US neutrality on the sensitive issue, immediately drawing sharp condemnation from Unionist leaders in Northern Ireland and a firm rebuttal from Downing Street in London. The US President further escalated tensions by casting doubt on Britain's capacity to defend the Falkland Islands, igniting a separate, long-simmering sovereignty dispute.

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Trump's Dublin Visit Ignites Geopolitical Firestorm Over Ireland, Falklands
World Yesterday

Russia's Nuclear Arsenal Soars to Nine-Year High Amid Putin's Dire Warnings to West

Russia has ramped up its count of deployed nuclear warheads to 1,796, hitting a nine-year high as of January 2026, according to a recent report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI). This significant increase, representing a 14% rise since 2020, comes as Russian President Vladimir Putin issues a stark warning to Western nations: any deployment of European troops into Ukraine would directly lead to war with Russia.

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Russia's Nuclear Arsenal Soars to Nine-Year High Amid Putin's Dire Warnings to West
World Yesterday

Xi Lands in Delhi: India and China Seek Fresh Start Amidst BRICS' Global Power Play

Chinese President Xi Jinping touched down in New Delhi on Saturday for the 18th BRICS summit, immediately engaging in high-stakes bilateral talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This critical meeting, Xi's first visit to India since 2019, marks a significant effort to stabilize frosty relations between the Asian giants, still strained by a deadly 2020 border clash.

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Xi Lands in Delhi: India and China Seek Fresh Start Amidst BRICS' Global Power Play
World Yesterday

BRICS at 11: Diverse Paths Emerge as Bloc Reshapes Global Order

The expanded BRICS bloc, now with 11 full members including recent additions like Indonesia, Ethiopia, and Saudi Arabia, is currently holding its 18th Summit in New Delhi, chaired by India. Far from a monolithic 'anti-West' alliance, the grouping is demonstrating a complex spectrum of goals, largely focused on reforming global governance and fostering economic autonomy for the Global South, while members navigate their own unique national interests.

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World Yesterday

North Korea Unleashes Ballistic Missiles After Allied Military Drills Escalate Tensions

North Korea fired multiple short-range ballistic missiles into the East Sea on Saturday, September 12, 2026, marking a swift and defiant response to joint military exercises by the United States, South Korea, and Japan. The launches, detected from the Wonsan area on North Korea's eastern coast, came just a day after the trilateral 'Freedom Edge' drills concluded, which Pyongyang has repeatedly condemned as a direct threat to its security. The missiles reportedly flew about 250 kilometers, underscoring North Korea's continued development of its weapons program.

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North Korea Unleashes Ballistic Missiles After Allied Military Drills Escalate Tensions
World Yesterday

Saudi Oil Pipeline Shut Down After Drone Attacks Amid Widening Regional War

Saudi Arabia has shut down its critical East-West Pipeline, also known as Petroline, following multiple drone attacks that struck the vital oil conduit in the Riyadh and Madinah regions on September 10. The attacks, which injured several people, have been traced back to Iran-backed militias operating from Iraqi territory, prompting immediate emergency warnings across various Saudi cities, though these alerts have since been lifted. This shutdown is a big deal because this pipeline is Saudi Arabia's main way to send crude oil to the Red Sea, helping bypass the often-troubled Strait of Hormuz.

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Saudi Oil Pipeline Shut Down After Drone Attacks Amid Widening Regional War
World Yesterday

Saudi Oil Bypass Pipeline Shut After Attacks Amid Escalating US-Iran War

Saudi Arabia has suspended operations on its crucial East-West Pipeline, also known as Petroline, following multiple drone attacks in the Riyadh and Medina regions on Thursday. This critical 1,200-kilometer artery, which can carry up to 7 million barrels of crude oil daily, is the kingdom's primary overland route to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, a key chokepoint significantly hampered by the ongoing US-Iran war. The Saudi Ministry of Energy confirmed injuries and damage, though the full extent and duration of the shutdown remain unclear.

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Saudi Oil Bypass Pipeline Shut After Attacks Amid Escalating US-Iran War
World Yesterday

India, ASEAN Forge Alliance for Climate-Proof Farms Amidst Global Food Jitters

The 9th ASEAN-India Ministerial Meeting on Agriculture and Forestry just wrapped up in New Delhi, charting an ambitious five-year course to build climate-proof farming systems across both regions. Co-chaired by India's Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and the Philippines' Agriculture Secretary Francisco P Tiu Laurel, the September 9 summit underscored a collective urgency to bolster food security against intensifying climate shocks and geopolitical uncertainties. The focus is squarely on practical, farmer-centered solutions to safeguard livelihoods and stabilize food supplies for millions.

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World Yesterday

Houthis Seize Vital Red Sea Shipping Lane, Escalating Middle East Oil Crisis

In a rapid move that sent shockwaves through global markets, Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis have taken full control of the Bab al-Mandab Strait, a crucial shipping lane connecting Europe and Asia. Following a week-long offensive, the group seized Yemen's entire Red Sea coast and three strategic islands on Friday, including Mayyun Island, giving them direct control over this narrow, vital waterway. This takeover, coming after months of heightened tensions and attacks, is expected to severely impact international trade and energy supplies.

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Houthis Seize Vital Red Sea Shipping Lane, Escalating Middle East Oil Crisis
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