US-S. Africa ties strained as Rubio skips G20
Rubio wrote on the social media platform X that he would not attend the meeting in Johannesburg….reports Asian Lite News Tensions between South Africa
US court clears extradition of 26/11 convict Rana to India
In a major development, the US Supreme Court on Saturday approved the extradition of Tahawwur Rana, a key accused in the 2008 Mumbai terrorist
Trump Sworn In as 47th President of USA
Donald Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States during a historic ceremony at the US Capitol, with US Chief
US slaps sanctions on Sudanese military chief
The Treasury Department detailed SAF’s lethal attacks on civilians, including airstrikes on protected infrastructure such as schools, markets, and hospitals….reports Asian Lite News The
US unveils $500m arms package for Ukraine
National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby reaffirmed the Biden administration’s commitment to providing additional aid until its final days in power…reports Asian Lite News
Taiwan defence funding gets House nod
The bill, passed in a 281-140 vote on Wednesday, aims to support Taiwan’s self-defence initiatives amid rising tensions in the region…reports Asian Lite News
Hamas Issues New Hostage Video, Calls for Truce
Darwish said Hamas is open to mediator proposals, provided they prioritise the interests of the Palestinian people and work to ease their suffering…reports Asian
Trump threatens BRICS nations with 100% tariffs
At a summit of Bric nations in October, Russian President Vladimir Putin accused the US of “weaponising” the dollar and described it as a
Low expectations from Trump presidency in Africa
Observers say African countries — once described by Trump as “shithole countries” — are definitely not going to be high on his to-do
Modi Congratulates ‘Friend’ Donald Trump On Victory
Donald Trump declared victory with some US media outlets projecting that he would win 277 Electoral College votes, reports Asian Lite news Prime Minister
