Middle East
Salman Khan Sparks Controversy by Mentioning Balochistan and Pakistan Separately in International Forum Speech
Oct 20, 2025 02:43 pm CST
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan has ignited debate across social media after referring to Balochistan and Pakistan as separate entities during his speech at the Joy Forum 2025 in Riyadh. While discussing the global appeal of Indian cinema among expatriate communities in the Middle East, Khan distinctly listed "people from Balochistan, Afghanistan, Pakistan" as separate groups, prompting widespread speculation about whether this was a deliberate statement or simply a verbal slip. The incident highlights the complex geopolitical status of Balochistan, Pakistan's largest province, which has experienced decades of independence movements since becoming part of Pakistan in 1948.
PM Modi Welcomes Israeli Hostages' Release, Praises Trump's Peace Efforts in Middle East
Oct 13, 2025 10:40 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has welcomed the release of all 20 remaining Israeli hostages held by Hamas for over two years, praising US President Donald Trump's peace initiatives and PM Netanyahu's resolve. India continues to advocate for peaceful conflict resolution while emphasizing the need for humanitarian assistance in the region.
Trump Administration Approves Nvidia AI Chip Exports to UAE in Major Tech-Diplomacy Deal
Oct 10, 2025 02:11 pm CST
The Trump administration has approved billions in Nvidia AI chip exports to American companies operating in the UAE, implementing a significant bilateral agreement from May 2024. This landmark deal establishes a pattern for US AI diplomacy, requiring dollar-for-dollar Emirati investment in America in exchange for advanced technology access, while strategically positioning US tech companies against Chinese competitors in the lucrative Gulf market.
Opinion | Israel Faces The Consequences Of Striking America's Friends
Sep 16, 2025 07:44 pm CST
But, will anything change on the ground? If one were to read the Middle Eastern coffee cup right now, it might reveal that soon enough, things would go back to as they were before the strikes on Qatar happened.
Trump Denies Reports Netanyahu Told Him Of Qatar Attack In Advance
Sep 16, 2025 07:36 am CST
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday he was not informed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in advance about Israel's attack in Qatar last week.
US Backs "Constructive Role" By Qatar In Mediating In Gaza: Rubio To Israel
Sep 15, 2025 08:47 pm CST
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Israel on Monday that the United States backed the "constructive role" by Qatar in mediating in Gaza, after an Israeli strike on the Gulf state against Hamas.
The Bitter Relationship Between Israel And Arab States
Sep 15, 2025 04:48 pm CST
Israel's bombing of Qatar last week risks a new breach with Arab states who are meeting on Monday, opening another chapter in a fractious history since Israel's creation in 1948 marked by repeated wars and periods of frosty peace.
"Have To Be Careful": Trump On Israeli Strikes On "Great Ally" Qatar
Sep 15, 2025 10:42 am CST
Days after Israel attacked Qatar in an airstrike targeting Hamas leaders, US President Donald Trump made careful remarks Sunday as Washington's two powerful Middle Eastern allies face a worsening rift.
"We'll Cross The Bridge When We Get There": S Jaishankar On 500% Tariff Threat Over Russian Oil
Jul 03, 2025 02:17 pm CST
India is engaging with American lawmakers over concerns surrounding a new Russia sanctions bill introduced in the US Congress, Foreign Minister S Jaishankar said on Wednesday.