International Relations

International Relations11 Aug 2026· The Hindu

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in western Colombia kills more than 100

Colombia's strongest recorded earthquake of this century struck the Pacific region on August 10, collapsing buildings across Cali, Pereira and Quibdo. The remoteness of the worst-hit area is slowing any full assessment of the damage.

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International Relations10 Aug 2026· The Hindu

Iran ties the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to a list of demands on the United States

Iran says a deal with Oman on new shipping lanes through the Strait of Hormuz is nearly final, but that the waterway will stay shut until Washington lifts its blockade and sanctions and pays compensation. Crude prices rose and Indian indices slipped.

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International Relations9 Aug 2026· The Hindu

Russia and Ukraine trade overnight strikes as Kyiv's air defence runs short

Overnight attacks killed civilians on both sides of the war, with Ukrainian drones striking Belgorod and Russian missiles hitting apartment blocks in Kharkiv and Odesa. Ukraine's shortage of Patriot interceptors is shaping the pattern of the fighting.

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International Relations10 Jul 2026· The Indian Express

Palm Beach Airport Renamed After Trump — A First for a Sitting US President

Florida's Palm Beach International Airport has officially been renamed President Donald J Trump International Airport, marking the first time a US airport has been named after a sitting president. The change follows a state law signed by Governor Ron DeSantis and cost the airport about $5.5 million.

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International Relations9 Jul 2026· The Hindu

India and Myanmar Pledge to Keep Border Areas Safe from Anti-India Activity

At their 23rd annual security dialogue, India and Myanmar agreed that Myanmar's land will not be used to harm India's security, while also committing to joint action against cross-border crimes and to speed up key connectivity projects.

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International Relations9 Jul 2026· The Hindu

US-Iran Ceasefire Collapses as Trump Orders Fresh Strikes Over Strait of Hormuz Attacks

A shaky ceasefire between the United States and Iran broke down after Iranian forces attacked ships in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting President Trump to order fresh U.S. strikes and threaten even harsher action if attacks continue.

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International Relations9 Jul 2026· The Indian Express

India Calls for Calm as US-Iran Conflict Flares Up Again in West Asia

India has expressed deep concern over a fresh wave of attacks in West Asia after the US and Iran exchanged strikes, urging all sides to de-escalate and return to talks. The statement came as India's foreign minister was touring Gulf nations affected by the fighting.

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International Relations8 Jul 2026· The Hindu

Deadly Prison Riot in Sri Lanka Exposes Overcrowding and Drug Crisis

A riot at an overcrowded prison near Colombo left 28 people dead and over 100 injured after inmates clashed over an alleged drug operation, exposing long-ignored problems of overcrowding and poor management in Sri Lanka's jails.

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International Relations8 Jul 2026· The Hindu

U.S. Removes Syria from Terrorism Blacklist, Backing New Leader Sharaa

The United States has decided to take Syria off its list of countries that sponsor terrorism, a designation that stood for over four decades and choked off investment. The move comes as President Trump publicly backs Syria's new leader, Ahmed al-Sharaa, who took power after the Assad family's fall in 2024.

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International Relations7 Jul 2026· The Indian Express

US-Iran Ceasefire Collapses After Strait of Hormuz Clashes, Trump Vows More Strikes

A fragile truce between the United States and Iran fell apart after Iran allegedly attacked ships in the Strait of Hormuz and the US retaliated with military strikes, prompting Trump to declare the ceasefire over and threaten further action.

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International Relations7 Jul 2026· The Indian Express

Trump Declares Iran Ceasefire ‘Over’ After Fresh Attacks Rock the Strait of Hormuz

US President Donald Trump announced that a recent ceasefire with Iran has collapsed after American forces struck Iranian targets and Iran retaliated near a key US Navy base in Bahrain, reviving fears of a wider Gulf conflict.

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International Relations6 Jul 2026· The Indian Express

Trump Calls Iranian Leaders 'Scum', Says US-Iran Ceasefire Is Effectively Over

At a NATO summit press briefing in Turkey, US President Donald Trump harshly criticised Iran's leadership and said fresh strikes on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz meant the recent ceasefire was essentially finished, while warning of more US military action.

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International Relations6 Jul 2026· The Hindu

U.S. Hits Iran Again After Trump's 'Ceasefire Is Over' Warning

The United States launched fresh strikes on Iran on July 8, 2026, after President Trump declared their ceasefire over and vowed to hit Tehran hard for attacking ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Global mediators and the UN urged restraint as oil prices spiked and thousands of sailors remained stranded near the strait.

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International Relations5 Jul 2026· The Hindu

Russia Slams NATO Summit's Ukraine Aid Package and Defence Pledges as 'Catastrophic'

Moscow has sharply criticised NATO's latest summit decisions, including a huge new military aid package for Ukraine and a renewed pledge on collective defence, warning the moves could have dangerous consequences. NATO's chief responded by pointing to open disagreements within the alliance as a sign of democratic strength.

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International Relations4 Jul 2026· The Hindu

Oil Prices Jump as US Strikes Iran Again, Reviving Fears Over Key Shipping Route

Fresh American military strikes on Iran have pushed global oil prices higher, as fears grow that the Strait of Hormuz—a vital route for a large share of the world's oil—could be disrupted again just as an earlier truce appeared to collapse.

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International Relations3 Jul 2026· The Hindu

Kyiv's Deadliest Night in Months Triggers Fresh Wave of Cross-Border Strikes

Days after Russia's massive overnight assault killed at least 30 people in Kyiv, Ukraine and Russia traded fresh deadly strikes across their borders, leaving at least 15 more dead on both sides, including a toddler in Ukraine's Sumy region.

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International Relations3 Jul 2026· The Hindu

Murakami's New Novel 'The Tale of KAHO' Hits Tokyo Bookstores at Midnight

Fans lined up outside a Tokyo bookstore for a midnight launch of Haruki Murakami's newest novel, 'The Tale of KAHO,' which marks his first full-length book centered on a solo female protagonist.

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International Relations3 Jul 2026· The Hindu

America at 250: Why Indian Americans Feel Caught Between Two Cooling Relationships

As the United States marks 250 years of independence, Indian Americans are navigating a double squeeze: rising hostility toward immigrants and diversity policies at home, alongside a sharp downturn in U.S.-India diplomatic and trade relations.

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International Relations2 Jul 2026· The Hindu

Venezuelan Security Guard Rescued Alive 8 Days After Twin Earthquakes Buried Him in Basement

A 43-year-old night security guard was pulled out alive from the collapsed basement of a Venezuelan shopping centre eight days after twin earthquakes struck, in an international rescue effort involving teams from several countries.

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International Relations2 Jul 2026· The Indian Express

Indian Passport Fees for UAE Applicants Rise Sharply From July 1, 2026

The Indian government has increased passport service fees for Indian citizens applying through the UAE, with some charges going up by more than half. This is the first fee hike in this category in over a decade.

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International Relations2 Jul 2026· The Hindu

Deadly Heatwave Kills Over 1,000 in Spain During Record-Hot Start to 2026

Spain recorded more than 1,000 heat-related deaths in June 2026 as it endured its hottest first half of a year on record, part of a broader heatwave that scientists say was made far more likely by climate change.

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International Relations1 Jul 2026· The Hindu

Myanmar's Civil War Death Toll Crosses 100,000, Five Years After Military Coup

A conflict monitor says more than 100,000 people have died in Myanmar's civil war since the army seized power in 2021, making it one of the world's deadliest ongoing conflicts and displacing millions.

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International Relations1 Jul 2026· The Indian Express

China Opens New Bullet Train Line Through Qinling Mountains, Cutting Xi'an-Shiyan Travel Time by Six Hours

China has launched a new high-speed rail line running at 350 kmph through the rugged Qinling Mountains, connecting Xi'an and Shiyan and slashing travel time on the route by more than six hours. The project, built at a cost of about US Dollar 7 billion, is part of China's broader push to modernise transport infrastructure in its central and western regions.

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International Relations1 Jul 2026· The Indian Express

Qatar Hosts Key Talks to Rescue US-Iran Nuclear Diplomacy and Discuss Lebanon Ceasefire

Qatar's Prime Minister met two top US envoys in Doha to push forward stalled US-Iran negotiations built around a 14-point framework agreement, while also discussing how to strengthen the fragile Lebanon ceasefire.

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International Relations1 Jul 2026· The Indian Express

India Hikes Passport Fees in UAE by Up to 75%, Effective July 1

India's Embassy in Abu Dhabi and Consulate in Dubai have confirmed steep passport fee hikes for UAE residents starting July 1, following a worldwide fee revision ordered by the Ministry of External Affairs. The change affects nearly 4.5 million Indians living in the UAE.

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International Relations30 Jun 2026· The Indian Express

Europe's Killer Heatwave: Frying Eggs, Melting Tracks, and a Funeral System Under Strain

A severe heatwave pushing temperatures above 40°C across Europe has triggered hundreds of heat-related deaths, overwhelmed funeral services in France, and produced viral videos of eggs frying on pavements and tram tracks melting in Germany.

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International Relations29 Jun 2026· Vajiram & Ravi

India and Seychelles Deepen Ties: What the MAHASAGAR Vision Means for the Indian Ocean

During Prime Minister Modi's state visit to Seychelles in June 2026 — marking 50 years of diplomatic relations — the two countries signed 19 agreements covering defence, digital payments, space, and healthcare, reinforcing India's expanded maritime vision for the Indian Ocean called MAHASAGAR.

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International Relations28 Jun 2026· The Diplomat – Asia-Pacific

India Builds Mongolia's First Oil Refinery — and Deepens Ties With a Landlocked Neighbour

India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar visited Mongolia on June 22–23 to strengthen a growing partnership that spans oil refinery construction, coal trade, defence, and Buddhist heritage. The trip signals India's quiet but steady push to expand its influence across the Indo-Pacific region.

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International Relations27 Jun 2026· Newslaundry

Off the PM's Plane: How India's Foreign Affairs Press Access Disappeared

Since 2014, no journalists have been allowed to travel with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his foreign visits, breaking a decades-old tradition that once kept the press close to power. The change has quietly shifted how India's diplomacy is reported — from independent journalism to government-managed messaging.

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International Relations26 Jun 2026· News On AIR

India Chairs BRICS 2026: PM Modi Calls for a More Inclusive World Order

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has stated that India, as chair of the BRICS grouping of major emerging economies, will use its leadership to push for a fairer, more inclusive global system. India is hosting a key BRICS Foreign Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi ahead of a full summit planned for September 2026.

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