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Speaking at the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore, Hegseth said Washington is seeking "partners, not protectorates," emphasizing that future alliances must be built on shared responsibility rather than dependence on American military power.

The statement from the government comes as Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing will be visiting India starting May 30.

As Cuba–US tensions escalate, Cuba’s Deputy Foreign Minister Josefina Vidal said the risk of US military aggression against the island is growing as negotiations between the two countries stagnate.

Speaking to reporters at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, Vance said the U.S. has already weakened Iran’s conventional military capabilities and could further limit its nuclear programme over the long term.

The ship was received by Honorary Consul General of India to Antigua and Barbuda Vijay Tewani and Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force Chief of Defence Staff Brig Telbert Benjamin.

India and Korea aim to achieve a modernised and mutually beneficial agreement that supports the shared vision of balanced bilateral trade and enhanced cooperation.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announces the visit of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Australia during his address to Parliament.

Speaking in a UN session, India’s Permanent Representative said, "A critical challenge the UN faces today is one of double standards."

Accusing the outlets of spreading “fake news,” Trump alleged that sections of the media were deliberately distorting narratives surrounding the Iran crisis.

Reacting to the meeting, Chinese spokesperson Mao Ning also criticised the formation of exclusive groupings and warned against bloc confrontation in the Indo-Pacific region.

According to the joint framework, the Quad partners intend to work together through coordinated investment and economic policy tools to support mining, processing and recycling of critical minerals, while reducing supply chain vulnerabilities.

During the call, Trump praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and highlighted the growing ties between India and the United States.