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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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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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Politics · IndiaXi Jinping expected in India for BRICS summit amid strained business ties
Chinese President Xi Jinping is anticipated to visit New Delhi this week for the BRICS summit, his first trip to India in seven years. While diplomatic ties are showing signs of improvement, analysts suggest business relations remain strained due to suspicion and regulatory challenges.
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Politics · European UnionRussia orders closure of German consulate in St. Petersburg
Russia's Foreign Ministry announced the closure of Germany's consulate in St. Petersburg, with operations to cease by September 18. This action follows Germany's recent decision to close Russian diplomatic facilities in Bonn and Berlin, which Russia labelled an "unfriendly" move.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineBurnham and Trump agree to continue Ukraine ceasefire talks
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham and US President Donald Trump have agreed on the need to continue working towards a ceasefire in Ukraine. The leaders spoke by phone on Monday, with Downing Street stating the UK's support for Ukraine and recent US-led peace negotiations was reiterated.
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Politics · UkraineRussia open to trilateral meeting with US and China
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov has stated that a trilateral meeting between the presidents of Russia, the United States, and China is not out of the question. He indicated that the agenda and expected outcomes would need clarification before any preparations could begin.
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UK Foreign Secretary's Gaza Claims Spark US-Israel Row
British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband claimed medicines were being blocked from Gaza, leading to child deaths. Israel's Foreign Ministry denied this, stating ample supplies entered. US Ambassador Mike Huckabee accused the UK government of anti-Semitism in response.
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US Envoys Meet Putin Amid Ukraine Ceasefire Talks
US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. The talks occurred as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced a potential ceasefire, while Russian missiles struck airports near Kyiv.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussia tells US to consider Ukraine battlefield realities
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov stated that the US administration should consider the realities on the ground in any settlement of the Russia-Ukraine conflict, as the situation is changing to the detriment of Kyiv. This comes as US special envoys are expected to visit Russia and Ukraine.
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US, UK, France, Germany draft resolution to refer Iran to UN Security Council
The United States, Britain, France, and Germany have drafted a resolution to refer Iran to the UN Security Council. The move follows Iran's non-compliance with nuclear non-proliferation obligations, with the IAEA board having previously found Iran in breach.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineZelensky expects US envoys for talks in Kyiv and Moscow
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that US negotiators are expected to visit both Kyiv and Moscow soon. Preliminary dates have been set for these meetings, which Zelensky described as very important for resolving the ongoing conflict.
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Conflict & Security · United KingdomUK Summons Russian Diplomat Over Leipzig Drone Incident
The United Kingdom summoned a senior Russian diplomat to condemn a drone incident at Leipzig airport in Germany. London expressed solidarity with Berlin, which has blamed Russia for the attack, a stance rejected by Moscow.
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Politics · Latin AmericaPeru breaks diplomatic ties with Iran over nuclear and shipping concerns
Peru announced on 1 September 2026 that it was severing diplomatic relations with Iran. The government cited Iran's obstruction of nuclear inspections and its restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz as key reasons for the decision. Consular relations will continue.
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