Trump’s Fentanyl Tariff: Canada Pushes Back, Trade Deal Deadline Looms US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose a 35% tariff on Canadian goods, citing concerns over fentanyl trafficking, has sparked a tense exchange between the two North American neighbours. The move, announced on July 11, 2025, immediately escalated trade tensions. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney […]

NATO Pledges Full Funding for Ukraine Arms: Trump’s Summit Deal US President Trump announced a landmark agreement at the June NATO summit, ensuring complete funding for weapons supplied to Ukraine. This commitment follows intense discussions regarding escalating Russian aggression. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed ongoing negotiations with European allies, focusing on the crucial delivery […]

Trump-Xi Summit on the Cards? Rubio Hints at US-China Thaw US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has indicated a strong possibility of a summit between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping later this year. This follows a reportedly positive meeting with China’s top diplomat, Wang Yi, in Malaysia. Rubio highlighted the shared desire of […]

Sharjah’s Faya Palaeolandscape: A UAE Heritage Triumph The United Arab Emirates celebrated a significant achievement in cultural preservation on July 11, 2025. The UNESCO World Heritage Committee officially added Sharjah’s Faya Palaeolandscape to its prestigious list. This inscription marks a momentous occasion for the UAE and the global heritage community. The Faya Palaeolandscape holds immense […]

Japan’s $5M Lifeline for Afghanistan’s Polio Fight Japan has extended a crucial lifeline to Afghanistan’s beleaguered healthcare system. A USD 5 million grant, channelled through UNICEF, will bolster polio eradication efforts and strengthen immunisation programmes nationwide. The funding, announced on July 11, 2025, will cover all 34 provinces of Afghanistan. This comprehensive approach aims to […]

India, Indonesia Forge Stronger Defence Ties in Bali Talks The 11th edition of the India-Indonesia Army Staff talks concluded successfully in Bali on Thursday, July 10, 2025. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral defence cooperation. Both nations reiterated their commitment to a strong partnership for regional peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific region. Specific details […]

Sharjah Libraries Celebrate 100 Years: A Journey Through Letters and Time Sharjah Public Libraries (SPL) marked its centenary on July 11, 2025, with the launch of a captivating exhibition, “The History of Letters and Movement.” The event, a collaboration with Sharjah’s Holy Quran Academy, is currently underway at Al Rahmaniyah Mall. The exhibition showcases the […]

EU Summit: Kallas to Steer Crucial Foreign Policy Talks The European Union’s foreign ministers will convene in Brussels next Monday, July 14, 2025. The meeting, chaired by EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas, promises to be pivotal. Discussions are expected to cover a wide range of pressing international issues. The […]

US Must Own Up to Military Action, Says Iran: Diplomacy’s Broken Trust Iran has demanded the US take responsibility for its past military actions and guarantee against future attacks before any renewed diplomatic talks can begin. Abbas Araqchi, a senior Iranian official, issued this stark warning, emphasizing the need for a demonstrable shift in US […]

Nepal’s Cricket Hopefuls Get Indian Boost: Bhopal Training Stint The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu has announced a unique initiative to nurture young Nepali cricketing talent. Three promising Under-19 players will undergo a month-long intensive training program in Bhopal, India. This program, christened the Ambassador’s Cricket Fellowship, commences shortly. The fellowship aims to provide these young […]