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What Bangladesh diplomats resuming India duties signals

Two diplomatic officers of Bangladesh who had been recalled from their serving stations in India—Kolkata and Agartala—are set to make a return, signalling an improvement in bilateral ties that have been tested since the exit of Sheikh Hasina from power last August. Sources in the Bangladesh interim government indicated that Sikder Mohammad Ashrafur Rahman, minister and head of chancery at …

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Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri meets top US diplomats

The Hindu

Ahead of External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's visit to the United States, India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Monday had meetings with top American diplomats on a wide range of bilateral, regional and global issues. It was to “celebrate our progress on trade, defense, people-to-people ties, and commitment to tackling global challenges together”, Mr. Verma said. In a presentation on …

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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri meets top US diplomats ahead of Jaishankar US's visit

India TV News

San Francisco: Ahead of External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar's visit to the United States, India’s Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri on Monday had meetings with top American diplomats on a wide range of bilateral, regional and global issues. On the eve of Jaishankar's visit, Misri on Monday had meetings with the Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell and Deputy Secretary for …

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3 weeks ago

U.S. Diplomats And Hostage Envoy Visit Syria Seeking Information On Austin Tice

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LOADING ERROR LOADING WASHINGTON — The first U.S. diplomats to visit Syria since President Bashar Assad’s ouster earlier this month are now in Damascus to hold talks with the country’s new leaders and seek information on the whereabouts of missing American journalist Austin Tice. Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs Barbara Leaf, former special envoy for Syria Daniel …

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3 weeks, 1 day ago

US diplomats arrive in Damascus to meet Syrian rulers days after Assad's ouster

India Today

Top diplomats from the Biden administration are in Damascus on Friday to meet new Syrian authorities led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, a State Department spokesperson said, the first in-person and official meeting between Washington and Syria's de-facto new rulers. The State Department's top Middle East diplomat Barbara Leaf, Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs Roger Carstens and newly appointed Senior Advisor …

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

'US committed to security of Indian envoy' : American Embassy Spokesperson on Khalistani threats

India Today

In a firm statement addressing recent threats against Indian Ambassador to the U.S., Vinay Mohan Kwatra, a U.S. Embassy spokesperson emphasised, “The U.S. government is firmly committed to the security and safety of all diplomatic and consular personnel in the United States.” The threats, issued by Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, leader of the banned Khalistani group Sikhs for Justice, have raised …

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3 weeks, 3 days ago

After threats from Khalistani separatist Pannun, US says it's committed to security of Indian diplomats

New Indian Express

NEW DELHI: After threats to attack Indian Ambassador to U.S. Vinay Mohan Kwatra, from outlawed terror group Sikhs for Justice anchored by American-Canadian Khalistani Gurupatwant Singh Pannun, the U.S. has assured India of the safety of its diplomatic staff. The Pannun-led SFJ says it will give USD 25,000 to track Russian Ambassador Stepanov in Canada and Indian Ambassador Kwatra in …

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

Will Russia ban Sikhs For Justice and other pro-Khalistani organisations?

Firstpost

Sikhs For Justice chief Gurpatwant Singh Pannun on Saturday said that Indian envoy to the US Vinay Kwatra is on the radar of pro-Khalistan Sikhs in America. SFJ chief Gurpatwant Singh Pannun on Saturday said that Indian envoy to the US Vinay Kwatra is on the radar of pro-Khalistan Sikhs in America. “India has designated Vinary Kwatra, Indian Ambassador in …

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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Paris eyes post-Assad Syria: Diplomatic team set for assessment mission

Firstpost

Most EU governments welcomed Bashar al-Assad’s fall but are considering whether they can work with the rebels who ousted him, including Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, an Islamist group that is designated a terrorist organisation by the EU France will send a team of diplomats to Syria on Tuesday to assess the political and security situation, the foreign ministry said, without specifying …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Top diplomats from U.S., Arab League and Turkey discuss Syria’s transition

The Hindu

Top diplomats from the United States, the Arab League and Turkey met in Jordan on Saturday to discuss how to assist Syria ’s transition after the fall of Bashar Assad's government a week ago. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said American officials have been in direct contact with the Syrian insurgent group that led the overthrow of Assad’s government, …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Blinken, regional top diplomats meet in Jordan to discuss Syria’s post-Assad transition

Firstpost

The end of the Assad family’s half-century rule has raised fears of further instability in the Middle East, a region already grappling with the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza and hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon Top diplomats from the United States, the Arab League, and Turkey met in the Jordanian port city of Aqaba on Saturday to discuss …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Middle East latest: Top diplomats from US, Arab League and Turkey discuss Syria's transition

The Independent

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Top diplomats from the United States, the Arab League and Turkey …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Middle East latest: Top diplomats from US, Arab League and Turkey discuss Syria’s transition

Associated Press

Top diplomats from the United States, the Arab League and Turkey met in Jordan on Saturday to discuss how to assist Syria ’s transition after the fall of Bashar Assad’s government a week ago. Here’s the latest: Gunmen loyal to Assad attack members of a Syrian insurgent group US Secretary of State Antony Blinken speaks during his meeting with the …

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US, Arab diplomats seek to avoid chaos in Syria after Assad's downfall as diplomats gather in Jordan

Firstpost

Geir Pedersen, the UN’s special envoy for Syria, also backed a ‘credible and inclusive’ political process to form the next government as he met US Secretary of State Antony Blinken People chant in celebration while holding flags adopted by the Syrian new rulers after their fighters ousted President Bashar al-Assad in Damascus, Syria, December 12, 2024. File Image/Reuters A UN …

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1 month ago

Indian Diplomat’s Memoir Explores Life in Islamabad During Nuclear Tests and Kargil War

The Hindu

Published : Dec 11, 2024 08:48 IST - 4 MINS READ The mundane life of Islamabad seen through the lens of an Indian woman diplomat presents interesting flavours. Ambassador Ruchi Ghanashyam’s book An Indian Woman in Islamabad 1997-2000 attempts to capture it through casual conversations with her friends and acquaintances during her posting. An Indian Woman in Islamabad By Ruchi …

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1 month ago

'Can't allow terrorists to take control,' says Lavrov as he meets diplomats from Turkey, Iran to discuss Syria

Firstpost

Before the meeting commenced, the Iranian foreign minister said he had “very frank and direct” talks with his Turkish counterpart and the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov meeting during the Doha Forum in the Qatari capital. After the discussions in Doha …

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'Called for consultation': Bangladesh asks 2 senior diplomats, posted in India, to work from Dhaka – Firstpost

Firstpost

Muhammad government summoned the heads of the country’s deputy high commission in Kolkata and assistant high commission in Agartala to Dhaka for ‘urgent meetings’ on the ’emerging situation’ involving Bangladesh and India Devotees and members of Iskcon hold posters during a protest outside the Bangladesh High Commission in Mumbai on December 2, 2024, amid the unrest in Bangladesh after the …

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1 month ago

Chinese and other diplomats call for immediate Gaza ceasefire

China Daily

By ZHAO JIA | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-12-06 19:17 Palestinian children walk on the rubble in Gaza City, Nov 28, 2024. Noting the Palestinian question has always been the core issue in the Middle East, he said China supports Arab countries to strengthen unity on the Palestinian question, and is ready to keep enhancing coordination and cooperation with Arab countries …

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1 month, 1 week ago

NATO expected to sidestep Ukraine's call for quick invite

Hindustan Times

* NATO expected to sidestep Ukraine's call for quick invite Foreign ministers from NATO's 32 countries gather in Brussels * Ukraine had ministers to support membership invitation * But diplomats see no consensus on issue * NATO has said Ukraine will join but not when By Sabine Siebold and Humeyra Pamuk BRUSSELS, - NATO is highly unlikely to heed Ukraine's …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Lithuania slammed for expulsion of diplomats

China Daily

China on Monday strongly condemned and firmly rejected Lithuania's designation of some Chinese diplomatic personnel as "persona non grata", urging the country to abide by the one-China principle and foster conditions for the normalization of bilateral ties. Without any explanation, Lithuania's Foreign Ministry declared on Friday some personnel working in the Office of the Charge d'Affaires of China in Lithuania …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Taiwan and Baltic Sea cable incident: Why China-Lithuania ties are deteriorating

Firstpost

Lithuania’s expulsion of Chinese diplomats and support for Taiwan have sparked the escalating tensions with Beijing China has strongly condemned Lithuania’s recent decision to expel three Chinese diplomats stationed at the Office of the Charge d’Affaires, labelling the move as “wanton and provocative.” Beijing also warned of potential countermeasures to safeguard its sovereignty and diplomatic interests. In Monday’s statement, the …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Under Trump's shadow, Iran-Europe nuclear talks to be test of diplomacy

Firstpost

Ahead of US President-elect Donald Trump’s return to White House in January, European and Iranian diplomats are exploring whether they can have serious talks over the Islamic Republic’s nuclear programme Rewriting the rules of engagement is challenging, but undoubtedly both Iran and Israel have made a symbolic statement and managed the escalation cycle wherein they have played to the gallery …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Indian consular officials in Canada told they were under audio, video surveillance: Ministry of External Affairs

The Hindu

Consular officials at the Indian consulate in Vancouver were recently informed by the Canadian authorities that they have been and continue to be under "audio and video surveillance" and that their "private communications" have also been "intercepted", the Centre informed Parliament on Thursday Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh in a written response in Rajya Sabha also …

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1 month, 1 week ago

Consular officials were under surveillance in Canada, RS told

Hindustan Times

Consular officials at the Indian consulate in Vancouver were recently informed by Canadian authorities that they have been and continue to be under “audio and video surveillance”, Minister of State for external affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh informed Parliament on Thursday. The Rajya Sabha In a written response in Rajya Sabha, Singh also said that private communications of consular officials have …

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What Bangladesh diplomats resuming India duties signals

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri meets top US diplomats

Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri meets top US diplomats ahead of Jaishankar US's visit

U.S. Diplomats And Hostage Envoy Visit Syria Seeking Information On Austin Tice

US diplomats arrive in Damascus to meet Syrian rulers days after Assad's ouster

'US committed to security of Indian envoy' : American Embassy Spokesperson on Khalistani threats

After threats from Khalistani separatist Pannun, US says it's committed to security of Indian diplomats

Will Russia ban Sikhs For Justice and other pro-Khalistani organisations?

Paris eyes post-Assad Syria: Diplomatic team set for assessment mission

Top diplomats from U.S., Arab League and Turkey discuss Syria’s transition

Blinken, regional top diplomats meet in Jordan to discuss Syria’s post-Assad transition

Middle East latest: Top diplomats from US, Arab League and Turkey discuss Syria's transition

Middle East latest: Top diplomats from US, Arab League and Turkey discuss Syria’s transition

US, Arab diplomats seek to avoid chaos in Syria after Assad's downfall as diplomats gather in Jordan

Indian Diplomat’s Memoir Explores Life in Islamabad During Nuclear Tests and Kargil War

'Can't allow terrorists to take control,' says Lavrov as he meets diplomats from Turkey, Iran to discuss Syria

'Called for consultation': Bangladesh asks 2 senior diplomats, posted in India, to work from Dhaka – Firstpost

Chinese and other diplomats call for immediate Gaza ceasefire

NATO expected to sidestep Ukraine's call for quick invite

Lithuania slammed for expulsion of diplomats

Taiwan and Baltic Sea cable incident: Why China-Lithuania ties are deteriorating

Under Trump's shadow, Iran-Europe nuclear talks to be test of diplomacy

Indian consular officials in Canada told they were under audio, video surveillance: Ministry of External Affairs

Consular officials were under surveillance in Canada, RS told