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US rejects French politician's call to return Statue of Liberty, calls him 'low-level'
Washington, March 18: The United States has firmly rejected a suggestion by French politician Raphael Glucksmann that the Statue of Liberty should be returned to France, dismissing his remarks as unwarranted and politically motivated.
Rubio follows through Trump's 'vision' on minority rights in Bangladesh: Spokesperson
New York, March 18: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio follows through with President Donald Trump’s “vision”, State Department Spokesperson Tammy Bruce remarked when asked about Trump’s pre-election statement about the plight of Hindus in Bangladesh.
Moscow will wait for information from US on ceasefire proposal: Kremlin
Moscow, March 12: Moscow will wait for further details from Washington regarding a recent ceasefire proposal discussed during talks between the United States and Ukraine, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Wednesday.
US says Ukraine ready for ceasefire, up to Russia now
Washington, March 12: The US on Tuesday said that Ukraine has agreed to its proposal for an immediate and interim ceasefire for 30 days and now it's up to Russia to reciprocate.
PM Modi only leader who promotes 'Vasudhev Kutumbakam', says former Mauritius envoy
Port Louis, March 12: Former High Commissioner of Mauritius to India, Mookhesswur Choonee lauded Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Mauritius and expressed the avenues of collaboration to further strengthen the ties between the two countries.
PM Modi arrives in Mauritius for two-day visit to strengthen bilateral ties
Port Louis, March 11: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Port Louis on Tuesday morning for a pivotal two-day visit to Mauritius, which aims to further strengthen the relationship between the two nations.
Saudi Arabia to host talks between US, Ukraine to address conflict with Russia
Riyadh, March 11: Saudi Arabia is set to host high-level talks on Tuesday, bringing together the United States and Ukraine to discuss the ongoing conflict with Russia.
All 34 ministers will welcome PM Modi, both nations to consolidate 'excellent' ties: Mauritius Deputy FM Narsinghen
Port Louis, March 11: Mauritius Deputy Foreign Minister Hambyrajen Narsinghen said they are "pleased and extremely honoured" to have Prime Minister Narendra Modi's presence in Mauritius, and the two countries will look to further consolidate the "already excellent partnership" that exists between the two countries.
Ukraine 'determined to end war' with Russia for lasting peace: Zelensky
Kyiv, March 9: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has shared details of the upcoming meeting between American and Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia for negotiating peace talks as the Russia-Ukraine war continues.
US, Ukraine to hold peace talks in Saudi Arabia next week, says Zelensky
Kyiv, March 7: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that he would travel to Saudi Arabia on Monday for a meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman ahead of diplomatic-level talks later in the week with US officials.
White House confirms direct talks with Hamas aimed at releasing hostages
Washington, March 6: The White House has confirmed that the Trump administration is having direct talks with Hamas aimed at releasing hostages.
Senior US diplomat to visit South Korea for APEC-related meetings this week
Washington, March 4: A senior US diplomat will visit South Korea this week to attend meetings related to the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), the State Department said, as South Korea will host this year's APEC summit.
Israel accepts US proposal for temporary ceasefire in Gaza during Ramadan, Passover holidays
Jerusalem, March 2: Israel has accepted a US proposal for a temporary ceasefire in the Gaza Strip during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan and Jewish Passover holiday, according to a statement issued by the Israeli Prime Minister's Office around midnight between Saturday and Sunday.
Top diplomats from Russia and US meet in Istanbul, focus on restoring Embassy operations
Istanbul, Feb 27: Top diplomats of Russia and the United States are meeting in Turkey's Istanbul on Thursday as both countries aim at normalising operations of their embassies that remain disrupted following the start of Russia-Ukraine war and under the former US administration.
Russian, US diplomats are set to meet in Istanbul on Feb 27: Sergey Lavrov
Doha, February 26: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Wednesday announced that Russian and US diplomats are set to meet in Istanbul on February 27 to discuss the work of the two countries' embassies, reported TASS.
Ties with European allies frayed, US gets Ukraine resolution passed by UNSC after failure at UNGA
United Nations, Feb 25: In a sign of its relations with Western allies fraying, the US managed to get its resolution on Ukraine that did not name Russia as the aggressor adopted intact after failing in the General Assembly.
India abstains on resolutions on Ukraine amendments; US breaks with allies
United Nations, Feb 25: India abstained on a series of resolutions on Ukraine and amendments at the General Assembly that saw the US break ranks with its Western allies and side with Russia on some of them showing the ruptures and realignments under President Donald Trump.
US chides China for 'dangerous maneuvers' towards Philippines aircraft
Manila, Feb 19: The United States on Wednesday severely criticised the "dangerous maneuvers" by a Chinese Navy helicopter towards a Philippines aircraft on Tuesday.
Russia wants to stop barbarianism... It's senseless war: US President Donald Trump
Washington DC, February 19: Following the talks between the United States and Russia on ending the war in Ukraine, President Donald Trump expressed his belief that Russia wants to put an end to the conflict, citing the toll the war has taken on soldiers, including Ukrainians, Russians, as well as North Koreans.
Russia, US agree on key principles for resolving Ukraine conflict
Moscow, February 19: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Tuesday held talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and other officials, focussing on a broad range of issues, including the situation in Ukraine, with both sides expressing a commitment to resolving the conflict and addressing its root causes.
Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrives in Riyadh for meeting with US officials
Moscow, February 18: Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov arrived in Riyadh for a meeting with representatives of the US administration.
Iran rejects US accusation of funding, arming Yemen's Houthis
Tehran, Feb 14: Iran's Permanent Mission to the United Nations (UN) in New York has rejected the US accusation that Tehran is providing the Yemen-based Houthis with financial resources, arms support, and military training.
Two countries never discuss such individual issues...: PM Modi's retort to question on 'Adani case
Washington, DC, February 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a sharp retort to a question on whether the Adani Group case featured in the discussions between him and US President Donald Trump and said two prominent leaders of two countries never discuss such individual issues"
Pleasure and honour to welcome PM Modi: Vivek Ramaswamy after bilateral meeting
Washington DC, February 14: Indian-origin entrepreneur and Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy, said he had a "great meeting" with Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Blaire House, and it was a "pleasure and honour" to welcome the PM in the US.
Trump speaks to Zelenskyy, discuss meeting set to be held in Munich: White House
Washington, DC, February 13: US President Donald Trump spoke to his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy after having telephonic conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced on Wednesday (local time).
Paul Kapur nominated to be second Indian-descent top diplomat for India
Washington, Feb 13: S. Paul Kapur, who worked previously on relations with India, has been nominated by the Trump administration to head the South Asia bureau at the State Department that conducts diplomatic ties with India and the region.
PM Modi leaves for US after productive visit to France, President Macron sees him off at airport
Paris, February 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday concluded his three-day "historic and productive" visit to France. In a special gesture, French President Emmanuel Macron came to see off PM Modi at the airport. The two leaders also exchanged a warm hug.
Trump administration secures release of American teacher detained by Russia
Washington, Feb 12: The administration of US President Donald Trump has secured the release of Marc Fogel, an American teacher detained by Russia.
Bangladesh promises to hold elections as pressure mounts on interim govt
Dhaka, Feb 11: The Election Commission of Bangladesh on Tuesday said that it is preparing to hold the national elections anytime between December 2025 to June 2026.
PM Modi to review 2047 Horizon Roadmap with France, strengthen ties with US
New Delhi, February 10: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday departed from the national capital for a four-day trip to France and the United States, where he will review the progress on the 2047 Horizon Roadmap for India-France strategic partnership and develop an agenda to further elevate and deepen partnership with the US in areas such as technology, trade and defence amongst others, the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) said in a release.
PM Modi to embark on four-day visit to France, United States; co-chair the AI Action Summit with President Macron
New Delhi, February 7: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a visit to France and the United States next week during which he will hold talks with President Emmanuel Macron and President Donald Trump.
Venezuela frees six American detainees, Trump calls it good job
Washington DC, February 1: Venezuela freed six American detainees on Friday following a visit by Richard Grenell, former special missions envoy under US President Donald Trump, to Caracas for talks with Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, according to a report by The Washington Post.
Second phase of Hamas-Israel prisoner-hostage exchange deal completed: Red Cross
Gaza, Jan 26: The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) announced that the completion of the second phase of a prisoner-hostage exchange between Hamas and Israel, implemented under the initial terms of a ceasefire agreement.
Trump's pick for UN Ambassador pledges to boost Taiwan's participation in international bodies
Washington, DC, January 23: US nominee for Ambassador to the UN, Elise Stefanik, currently a member of the House of Representatives, has pledged to work toward Taiwan's maximum meaningful participation in international organisations, the Taipei Times reported.
Mexico, US in formal talks on bilateral issues, says Mexican Prez Sheinbaum
Mexico City, Jan 23: Mexico and the US have started formal talks on bilateral issues, such as immigration and security, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said.
India expects accountability on 2023 consulate attack in San Francisco: EAM Jaishankar
Washington, Jan 23: Nearly hours after meeting with newly appointed US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Wednesday, External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar said that "India expects accountability" for the attack on the Indian consulate in San Francisco in 2023 a "very serious matter" and those responsible to be held accountable.
Support from the Indian people warming our hearts: Israeli Ambassador Reuven Azar
New Delhi, January 22: Israeli Ambassador Reuven Azar has expressed gratitude for India's support and stated "enjoying overwhelming support from the Indian people."
Quad Foreign Ministers expected to be in Washington, DC for Trump's swearing-in: MEA
New Delhi January 17: The Foreign Ministers of the Quad nations are expected to be present in Washington DC for the inaugural ceremony of US President-elect Donald Trump, the Ministry of External Affairs said on Friday.
We have laid foundation for success...: Blinken on ceasefire
Washington DC, January 17: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken described the Israel-Hamas ceasefire as a moment of "tremendous relief" for Israelis and Palestinians and noted that the current administration has laid a strong foundation for success, which will be handed over to the "incoming administration."
India welcomes Gaza ceasefire, hostage deal agreement
New Delhi, Jan 16: India on Thursday welcomed the ceasefire agreement in Gaza and the decision for the release of hostages between Israel and Hamas.