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Conflict & Security · Middle EastIran conveys conditions to US via Qatar, says security chief Rezaei
Iran communicated a set of conditions to the United States through Qatari mediators, with its security chief stating seven demands were delivered. The statements came as Houthi forces intensified attacks on Saudi targets, prompting varied coverage across left, centre and right outlets.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS and China discuss cutting LNG tariffs before Xi visit
The United States and China are in discussions regarding the potential reduction or elimination of Chinese tariffs on American liquefied natural gas (LNG). These talks are part of a larger energy and agriculture agreement package that may be revealed during Chinese President Xi Jinping's upcoming visit to Washington.
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Conflict & Security · UkrainePutin told US envoys Russia could take Donbas in months, Kushner doubted claim
Russian President Vladimir Putin told US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner that Russian forces could occupy the entire Donbas region within months. Jared Kushner expressed doubt about Putin's claims, reminding him that similar statements were made a year prior. Both Kyiv and Moscow are reportedly frustrated with Witkoff.
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Politics · ChinaChina's Wang Yi and US Secretary of State Rubio discuss high-level talks
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone call on Thursday, September 17, 2026. They discussed preparing for future high-level interactions and the situation in West Asia, ahead of an anticipated meeting between Presidents Xi Jinping and Donald Trump.
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Politics · United StatesTrump to greet Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews
US President Donald Trump will personally greet Chinese President Xi Jinping on the tarmac at Joint Base Andrews on September 23. This rare airport reception precedes bilateral meetings and a state dinner.
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Politics · IndiaPutin congratulates Modi on 76th birthday, praises ties
Russian President Vladimir Putin sent a birthday message to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his 76th birthday. Putin praised Modi's contribution to strengthening India-Russia relations and his global standing, recalling a recent meeting in New Delhi.
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Politics · ChinaUS Open to AI Risk Talks With China This Weekend
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has stated the United States is open to discussing shared risks with China in upcoming AI talks scheduled for this weekend. The discussions aim to prevent the bifurcation of AI systems between the two countries.
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Politics · Middle EastIranian Foreign Minister Araghchi to Meet China's Wang Yi on Wednesday
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is scheduled to visit China this week for talks with his counterpart Wang Yi. The meeting is set for Wednesday, shortly before Chinese President Xi Jinping's expected trip to the US.
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PoliticsUS Envoy John Coale meets Lukashenko in Minsk for prisoner talks
US envoy John Coale has arrived in Minsk to meet with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko. The talks are focused on negotiating the release of political prisoners. Coale's visit follows a trip to Lithuania and a previous successful negotiation that led to the release of 250 prisoners.
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Politics · European UnionEuropean Parliament to open Ottawa office
The European Parliament will open a new office in Ottawa, Canada, to facilitate parliamentary exchanges and strengthen cooperation. The announcement comes ahead of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's address to the European Parliament.
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Politics · IndiaIndian officials eat snacks during BRICS Summit, sparking online debate
Videos of Indian officials Randhir Jaiswal and Ajit Doval eating snacks during the BRICS Summit in New Delhi went viral. While some mocked the officials, others defended them, stating that refreshments were provided.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineKremlin spokesman suggests Ukraine talks could resume in October
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov indicated that trilateral negotiations concerning Ukraine could potentially resume in October. He stated that Russia does not rule out this possibility, though no specific dates have been set.
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Politics · IndiaModi and Xi Meet at BRICS Summit, Discuss Border and Trade
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping met on the sidelines of the BRICS summit in New Delhi. They discussed border issues, trade, and bilateral cooperation, agreeing that differences between their countries should not escalate into disputes.
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Politics · UkraineKremlin tells Zelensky to visit Moscow for Putin meeting
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has stated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky can travel to Moscow if he wishes to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Peskov reiterated a previous offer from Putin that Zelensky could fly to Moscow.
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Politics · Middle EastModi urges regional peace in talks with Iran's Pezeshkian
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian amid ongoing West Asia tensions. Modi reiterated India's stance on resolving issues through dialogue and diplomacy and stressed the need for regional stability and freedom of navigation.
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Politics · IndiaSheikh Khaled, Anwar Ibrahim arrive for 18th BRICS Summit
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim have arrived in New Delhi to attend the 18th BRICS Summit. India is hosting the event under its 2026 chairship.
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Politics · IndiaModi Confident of Positive BRICS Summit Talks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has voiced confidence in the upcoming BRICS Summit, anticipating positive and meaningful discussions on global welfare. Leaders from member and partner nations are set to attend the event in Delhi.
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Gulf foreign ministers to meet Iran over Strait of Hormuz shipping
Foreign ministers from Gulf states are planning to meet with their Iranian counterpart in Salalah, Oman, on Monday. The meeting's objective is to exert pressure on Oman and Iran to reach a temporary agreement concerning shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
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Politics · United KingdomJavier Milei suspends UK trip amid Falklands tensions
Argentine President Javier Milei has suspended his planned trip to London in October. The visit was scheduled for October 23 and 24, during which he was expected to speak at Oxford University. The suspension comes amid heightened tensions over the Falkland Islands, with the Argentine government taking measures against oil companies operating there.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaFSB detains British embassy guard over alleged Ukraine plot
Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) announced the detention of a Russian citizen who worked as a security guard at the British Embassy in Moscow. The FSB alleges the individual was recruited by Ukraine to gather information for a planned attack, intended to blame Russia and draw the UK into conflict.
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