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Tuesday, June 25, 2024
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Topic: United States

Need for ‘Cold War’-era crisis mechanisms with China, stresses top White House official

US Indo-Pacific coordinator Kurt Campbell said the Chinese had been ‘reluctant to engage in discussions around confidence-building or crisis communications, or hotlines.’

China threatens retaliation if US House Speaker meets Taiwan President, calls it ‘provocative’

Tsai is due to depart on Wednesday for Guatemala and Belize that will see her transit through NY and LA. Not officially confirmed, she is likely to meet McCarthy in California.

‘Hotel Rwanda’ hero Paul Rusesabagina, who sheltered refugees during genocide, freed from Rwandan jail

Rusesabagina was sentenced in September 2021 to 25 years over his ties to a group opposed to Rwandan President Paul Kagame that has an armed wing.

US military carries out air strikes in Syria after deadly drone attack, says Pentagon

The strikes were in retaliation for attack against US-led coalition base near Hasakah in northeast Syria on Thursday that killed a contractor and wounded 5 US troops.

Russia’s backing for Myanmar junta is unacceptable, destabilising, says US envoy

Activists, UN experts condem Russia as well as China for supplying weapons to a military they accuse of systematic atrocities against civilians.

US State Department approves potential sale of Tomahawk missiles to Australia, says Pentagon

The deal is valued at up to $895 million and would include up to 220 Tomahawk cruise missiles and technical support, the Pentagon said.

Australia, US & UK strike ‘$245 billion’ submarine deal to counter China

Deal envisages sale of American US Virginia class submarines to Canberra & development of a new nuclear-powered submarine. Beijing calls it ‘serious nuclear proliferation’.

Australia’s nuclear submarine plan with US, UK to cost up to $245 billion, says defence official

The new AUKUS submarines will be built in the state of South Australia, where A$2 billion will be spent on infrastructure, while the naval base in Perth will be upgraded.

US’ views of China distorted & needs to change or conflict will follow, says Foreign Minister

US has been engaging in suppression and containment of China rather than fair or rule-based competition, Qin Gang said at a news conference on Tuesday.

US hosts war planning exercises in Germany for Ukraine ahead of next phase of Russia conflict

Top US military officer said they are setting up the framework and the mechanics to allow the Ukrainians to self-learn and learn against a situation, or various scenarios.

On Camera

Buses are stuck on third gear in India. It’s time to privatise with London-style GCC model

Using a GCC model, where the state contracts private operators, lowers costs and subsidies. It’s possible to run a high-quality service, as anyone who has used London’s buses will attest.

Noida International Airport, Delhi NCR’s 2nd, delayed. To begin operations by April 2025

According to a statement by the airport, commercial operations likely to begin next year 'in view of the current construction status'. It was supposed to commence operations by 2024 end.

Amid tensions with China, Philippines says BrahMos a ‘credible defence’

At interaction in Delhi Monday, Ambassador of Philippines also highlighted talks over possibility of high-level delegation visit later this year to mark 75 yrs of diplomatic ties.

Modi’s new universe: the normal irritants of democracy & awkward chai with Rahul Gandhi

Changed reality for Modi govt in its 3rd innings is by no means rise of a new phenomenon. It's a return to old normal where even majorities had to routinely wrestle with storied million mutinies.