Hong Kong Billionaire to Sell Panama Canal Ports To US Firm After Trump Threats
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CK Hutchison of Hong Kong to sell Panama Canal Ports in a $22.8bn deal to BlackRock-led group amid US-China tensions.
Putin Agrees To Help Trump Communicate With Iran on Nuclear Issue
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Trump seeks help of Putin to mediate nuclear talks with Iran, signaling a shift in US foreign policy toward diplomacy.
Trump Thanks Pakistan For Apprehending Kabul Airport Bomber
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US, with help of Pakistan, arrests Kabul airport bomber behind 2021 attack, boosting counterterror ties amid shifting dynamics.
Pakistan-IMF Talks Begin For $7 Billion Loan Review
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Pakistan and IMF begin talks on $7 Billion loan review, focusing on economic reforms, fiscal discipline, and tax measures.
Starlink Moves Closer to Launch in Pakistan as Registration Process Begins
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PTA confirms registration process of Starlink in Pakistan, aiming to expand satellite internet access in remote areas.
Security Forces Foil Attack On Bannu Cantonment: Interior Ministry
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Security forces foiled a major TTP attack on Bannu Cantonment, killing six terrorists and preventing mass casualties.
IMF Warns Sri Lanka’s Economic Recovery at Risk Amid Possible Trade Union Strikes
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IMF warns Sri Lanka’s economic recovery is at risk as trade union strikes loom over budget cuts to government benefits.
Egypt’s Sisi Meets Syria’s Sharaa in Cairo During Summit
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Sisi meets Syria’s Sharaa in Cairo during summit, discussing Syria’s future, regional ties, and Egypt’s stance on Syrian unity.
Ukraine Still Ready To Sign Minerals Deal Despite Trump Spat, Zelenskiy says
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Trump says Ukraine is ready for peace talks, minerals deal; U.S. urges apology after tense Oval Office meeting.