Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi emphasized the country's role in the global war on terror during a meeting with a US delegation. He urged enhanced intelligence and technology sharing, highlighting Pakistan's sacrifices. Meanwhile, several US lawmakers, including Joe Wilson, August Pfluger, Marco Rubio, Richard Grenell, and over 60 members of the US House of Representatives, have publicly advocated for the release of Imran Khan, citing judicial abuse and human rights concerns.
https://www.geo.tv/latest/601407-us-congressman-calls-for-imran-khans-release-after-pakistan-visitRussia and Ukraine accused each other of violating a one-day truce announced by Russian President Vladimir Putin over Easter, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy calling for a halt to attacks on civilian targets for 30 days. The US has shifted its policy towards Russia's account of the war, but Washington has received few concessions from Moscow, which demands Ukraine cede territory and be barred from forming military alliances with the West. US officials will meet in London on Wednesday to push for an unconditional ceasefire, while Putin expressed interest in bilateral talks for the first time in three years, pending "legal clearance" from Ukraine.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40359006/moscow-kyiv-blame-each-other-for-blocking-truce-talks-as-washington-loses-patienceRafael Grossi, director-general of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), has warned that North Korea's nuclear program has significantly expanded since 2009, with its arsenal now "completely off the charts." The IAEA chief stated that Pyongyang's nuclear complex at Yongbyon is no longer the only site involved, as a second and possibly third uranium enrichment facility are currently under construction. Grossi emphasized the need for high-level diplomacy to address this growing threat.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/04/23/asia-pacific/politics/iaea-grossi-north-korea-nuclear-weapons-trump/US Secretary of State Marco Rubio cancelled his trip to London and a meeting with foreign ministers from US, Ukraine, Britain, France, and Germany was postponed due to concerns that Ukraine may revert to its previous tough positions, making a breakthrough at the talks unlikely. The meeting comes despite warnings by President Donald Trump that Washington could walk away if there is no progress on a deal soon. Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff will meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin this week in Russia, while General Keith Kellogg will still be in London for the talks. European powers have detailed their non-negotiable aspects of a potential Ukraine-Russia peace accord, including recognising Russia's illegal annexation of Crimea and lifting EU sanctions against Russia before negotiations are finished.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/world/2025/04/23/hopes-fade-for-ukraine-peace-talks-in-london-as-us-official-foreign-ministers-pull-out/174223The article discusses the impact of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine on the global balance of power. According to Anthony Halpin, a Bloomberg News reporter, the war is creating uncertainty and instability that could have far-reaching consequences for international relations and economies worldwide. The conflict has already led to significant economic sanctions being imposed on Russia, with the US and EU taking coordinated action against Moscow's aggression.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/antitrust/a-bad-peace-in-ukraine-carries-global-risks-balance-of-powerIndian Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman expects to finalize a trade deal with the US within the 90-day pause on tariff hikes announced by Trump in April. Sitharaman made this statement during her trip to San Francisco, where she is engaging in talks between India and the US. The visit coincides with US diplomat John Vance's tour of India, seen as laying groundwork for a potential summit of Quad leaders later this year, amidst rising tensions between the US and China.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1303960-vance-modi-welcome-significant-progress-on-india-us-trade-dealSouth Korea plans a separate meeting with US Trade Representative Katherine Greer to discuss non-tariff barriers and fees on foreign-built car carrier vessels entering US ports. The South Korean delegation, including finance and industry ministers, will also visit Washington as part of the trade talks.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/technology/seoul-to-discuss-cooperation-with-us-in-shipbuilding-energy-at-trade-consultation-1/South Korea has stockpiled more than six months' worth of rare earths, including dysprosium, restricted by China. This is crucial for clean energy applications such as electric vehicles and wind turbines. Senior South Korean officials will meet US counterparts in Washington to discuss tariffs. China warned countries against striking a broader economic deal with the US at its expense.
https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/news/international/china-warns-south-korean-firms-over-supplying-rare-earths-to-us-defence-5014284U.S. Representative Joe Stupak warns that a withdrawal from peace negotiations with Ukraine by the Donald Trump administration could have disastrous consequences for the country. If the U.S. were to completely abandon the talks and impose strict conditions, such as prohibiting Ukrainians from using American-made weapons, it could lead to severe repercussions. The threat of sanctions on Ukraine and pressure on other countries like France, Germany, and Britain to withhold military aid could further exacerbate the situation, making it even more challenging for Ukraine to defend itself against Russian aggression.
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