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Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Meets Russian Counterpart Andrey Belousov in Moscow
Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met with his Russian counterpart, Andrey Belousov, in Moscow to discuss strengthening the defence ties between the two nations. The meeting was announced by the Russian Ministry of Defence, during the talks counterparts underlined the importance of continued military cooperation between Russia and India.
Belousov emphasized the high level of military interaction between the two countries. "We are satisfied with the good level of military interaction between Russia and India in multilateral formats," he remarked. "I am convinced that our meeting will contribute to the further strengthening of Russian-Indian relations in the field of defence and security."
Continuing Belousov’s word, Singh, who is on an official visit to Moscow, reaffirmed India’s commitment to its close ties with Russia. "Thank you, Andrey Removich Belousov, Minister of Defence of the Russian Federation, esteemed delegates," he said. "It is a great pleasure for me to meet with you in Moscow today. Your Excellency, thank you for the warm and gracious hospitality you have extended to me and my delegation."
Both leaders expressed their mutual desire to continue building on the strategic military partnership, with a shared goal of enhancing security and cooperation in the region
The 32 countries belonging to the Internatioanl Energy Agency agreed to release 400 million barrels of oil on Wednesday (11 March), in efforts aimed at bringing down the price of crude oil, which has soared since fighting between Iran, Israel and the U.S. started at the end of February.
U.S. President Donald Trump called his recent phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin “very good.” The two leaders spoke on Monday about the situation in Iran and other international issues.
A towering lava fountain from Kilauea shot about 400 metres into the air late on Tuesday (11 March) on Hawaii Island, prompting temporary closures at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and part of a key highway as volcanic ash and debris fell over nearby areas.
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Australia has granted humanitarian visas to five Iranian women footballers who sought asylum, fearing persecution after refusing to sing their national anthem at an Asia Cup match.
Britain has deployed the Royal Navy destroyer HMS Dragon to the eastern Mediterranean to strengthen protection for its military assets in the Middle East after a drone strike targeted a key UK air base in Cyprus earlier this month.
Member countries of the International Energy Agency have unanimously agreed to release 400 million barrels of oil from emergency reserves to stabilise global markets disrupted by the war involving Iran.
The annual pro-Palestinian al-Quds Day march in London, scheduled to take place on Sunday, has been banned by Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood following warnings from the Metropolitan Police about the risk of “serious public disorder.”
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was warned about the "reputational risks" of appointing Peter Mandelson as U.S. Ambassador due to his friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffery Epstein, files released on Wednesday (11 March) show.
At least six people have died after a bus caught fire in Kerzers, Switzerland, in what police say may have been a deliberate act. Witnesses reported a man inside the vehicle set himself alight. Three others were injured and taken to hospital, while authorities continue their investigation.
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