Hardnews Foreign Policy

Call out Iran but keep nuclear deal, Germany says to US

On the eve of a deadline for U.S. President Donald Trump to decide whether to reimpose oil sanctions lifted under the agreement, the EU’s top diplomat Federica Mogherini convened the meeting with the European powers to show support for the nuclear deal in a message to Washington, diplomats and officials said.

Trump says US could ‘go back in’ to Paris climate agreement

Commenting on the treaty, Trump said the accord would have taken away the US’ “competitive edge”.

Government’s inaction is killing its largest ammunition factory

The ordnance factory at Bhandara has been waiting for new equipment that will enable it to arm the Indian troops better, but the Ministry of Defence has chosen short-term measures instead of fixing the problem that has grave consequences for India’s national security.

Iranian oil tanker burns for third day after collision off China coast

The Sanchi was carrying 136,000 tonnes of condensate, an ultra-light crude oil that becomes highly volatile when exposed to air and water, to South Korea.

Amping up its position on China the US blocks Chinese steel through Vietnam

China’s excess production capacity of both metals has emerged as a major trade irritant for the United States and Europe, prompting them to consider new steps to protect domestic industries and jobs from a flood of Chinese imports.

Nepal: Left alliance to form joint task forces

CPN-MC leaders have been saying that unification of the two parties should be the first priority, while UML leaders say government should be formed first and unification can happen later

Indian Defense Minister clears 2 procurement proposals worth Rs 1714 cr to arm Navy and IAF

The first proposal was related to procurement of 240 bombs at a cost of Rs 1254 crore from JSC Rosonboron Exports, Russia.

Trump says China ‘Caught RED HANDED’ allowing oil into North Korea

“We have evidence that some of the vessels engaged in these activities are owned by companies in several countries, including China,” the official said.

Pakistan warns US against unilateral military action on its soil

Unfortunately, in this context, we are getting signals of a unilateral action from America,” Gafoor said.

India successfully test fires AAD interceptor missile

The interceptor missiles was test fired to establish a ballistic missile shield for intercepting and destroying incoming missiles, from the Integrated Test Range at Chandipur