US President Donald Trump has stated that the war with Iran is 'close to over,' claiming that if he were to withdraw now, it would take Tehran 20 years to rebuild the country.
India has emphasized the importance of expanding the permanent category with veto power in the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for genuine reform, arguing that any reform without this expansion would perpetuate existing imbalances.
Sri Lanka has repatriated over 230 Iranian sailors from two naval vessels that were stranded after a US submarine attack and engine failure.
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif is set to embark on a four-day official visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Turkiye to discuss bilateral cooperation and regional peace.
Saudi Arabia has pledged an additional $3 billion in support to Pakistan, boosting the country's foreign reserves.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged Russia to work closely with China to restore the authority of the United Nations and advance a more just and reasonable international order.
US Vice President J D Vance has suggested that immigrants should prioritize their identity as Americans over their country of origin after acquiring citizenship.
The legacy of B R Ambedkar was honored at a special event hosted by the Permanent Mission of India to the United Nations to commemorate his 135th birth anniversary.
The California Assembly has adopted a resolution recognizing Vaisakhi as a significant day for Sikh Americans and encouraging participation in its celebration.
Hopes for renewed talks between the US and Iran have risen as the US military confirmed its blockade of Iranian ports, while Tehran threatened to retaliate.
The head of the UN's nuclear watchdog has emphasized the need for strict measures to verify Iran's nuclear activities in any potential agreement to end the war.
