US hosts Israel-Lebanon peace talks in Washington

IANS | June 23, 2026 7:22 AM

Washington, June 23 (IANS) The United States this week is hosting Israeli and Lebanese officials in Washington for a new round of talks aimed at consolidating the ceasefire and advancing what American officials described as a broader effort to secure lasting peace and security between the two countries.

Iran talks could transform Middle East: Vance

IANS | June 22, 2026 11:57 PM

Burgenstock, June 22 (IANS) US Vice President JD Vance said on Monday that negotiations with Iran had produced agreements on maritime security, regional ceasefire enforcement and nuclear inspections, describing the talks as the foundation for what could become a "truly transformed Middle East."

India, Morocco discuss global terror threats; condemn Pahalgam, Red Fort attacks

IANS | June 22, 2026 11:32 PM

New Delhi, June 22 (IANS) India and Morocco on Monday held a meeting of the Joint Working Group on Counter Terrorism in New Delhi, during which they condemned the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, 2025, and the terror incident near the Red Fort in New Delhi on November 10, 2025.

77 years of fighting for Bangladesh: Awami League and Sheikh Hasina must not be silenced

Abu Obaidha Arin | June 22, 2026 9:37 PM

The Bangladesh Awami League party has stood with the people of the country for 77 years. Through occupation and uprising, war and liberation, poverty and progress, the party always fought for Bangladesh's democratic aspirations. As it enters its 78th year, the party has made it clear that the struggle is not over and the Awami League will never break. This anniversary, however, is not a quiet celebration. It is a rallying cry.