Ukraine on Edge of Losing Kursk Region as Russia Advances
![Ukraine struggles to hold its foothold in Russia’s Kursk region as Moscow claims gains and Kyiv hints at a strategic pullback. [Russian Presidential Press Service/AP]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/AP25071699227512-1741808828.webp)
Ukraine struggles to hold its foothold in Russia’s Kursk region as Moscow claims gains and Kyiv hints at a strategic pullback.
Iran’s Khamenei Rejects Nuclear Talks, Says US Dialogue Won’t Lift Sanctions
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Iran’s Khamenei rejects US-Trump’s nuclear talks offer as deception, while UNSC debates Tehran’s growing uranium stockpile.
Hamas Official Welcomes Trump’s Apparent Retreat On Call To Displace Gazans
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Hamas welcomes Trump’s apparent retreat from displacing Palestinians from Gaza as ceasefire talks continue amid Israel’s blockade.
U.S. Immigration Detention Hits Maximum Capacity at 47,600 Detainees, ICE Official Says
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U.S. immigration detention hits capacity at 47,600 detainees as Trump boosts arrests and seeks more beds for deportations.
Trump Threatens Further Tariffs as EU, Canada Retaliate
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Trump escalates trade war with new EU tariffs, threatens further tariffs as Canada, EU, and allies retaliate amid market fears.
U.S. Pauses Columbia River Treaty Talks as Trade Tensions Grow, Canada Minister Says
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The US halts Columbia River Treaty talks as Trump threatens Canada, putting water-sharing and hydropower at risk.
G7 Foreign Ministers Meet in Canada Amid Rising Tensions With Trump
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G7 foreign ministers meet in Canada to discuss a U.S.-proposed Ukraine ceasefire as global pressure mounts on Russia to respond.
Foreign Traders Eye Afghanistan’s Panjshir Emeralds Market
![Foreign interest in emeralds of Panjshir grows as traders from India, the US, and others eye investment opportunities. [Image via Tolo News]](https://southasiatimes.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/vlcsnap-2025-03-13-08h32m58s938.webp)
Foreign interest in emeralds of Panjshir grows as traders from India, the US, and others eye investment opportunities.
US to Return 20 Stolen Nepali Artifacts Worth Rs410 Million
Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg to return 20 stolen Nepali antiquities worth Rs410 million, including a rare 15th-century paubha painting.
Bangladesh’s Imports from SAARC Nations Exceed Exports by Over Five Times
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Bangladesh’s trade deficit with Saarc widens as imports far exceed exports; policymakers urged to boost regional trade balance.