Russia Tests Nuclear-Powered Burevestnik Missile
By Abida KahlunBureau Chief HelsinkiScandinavian News Agency Finland Russia says it has successfully tested its nuclear-powered cruise missile, the Burevestnik, on October 21. According to Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov, the missile flew 14,000 kilometers, demonstrating its ability to bypass air defense systems. President Vladimir Putin hailed Russia’s nuclear arsenal as “the most […]
Putin Refuses to Bow to US, Admits Sanctions Hurting
By Shumaila AslamBureau Chief PakistanScandinavian News Agency Finland Russian President Vladimir Putin declared that Russia will “never bow to US pressure”, even as he acknowledged that Western sanctions are causing economic strain and could result in “some losses.” Putin’s remarks came during a televised address on Thursday, where he discussed the ongoing war in Ukraine […]
Netanyahu Israel’s Security Not Dependent on U.S.
By Zoya AmjadScandinavian News Agency Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asserted that Israel’s national security is determined solely by its own government and “not dependent on the United States.” According to international media reports, growing concern has emerged within the Trump administration that Netanyahu may consider withdrawing from the Gaza ceasefire agreement, potentially reigniting […]
Israel to Honor Trump for Role in Gaza Ceasefire Deal
Shumaila AslamBureau Chief PakistanScandinavian News Finland Israeli President Isaac Herzog announced on Monday that former U.S.Former U.S. President Donald Trump is set to be awarded Israel’s highest civilian distinction for his instrumental role in mediating a ceasefire and facilitating the release of hostages from Gaza. According to a statement from President Isaac Herzog’s office, Trump’s […]
Putin warns US over Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine
Shumaila Aslam Bureau Chief Pakistan Scandinavian News Agency Russian President Vladimir Putin has warned that the supply of US Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine would trigger a “whole new level of escalation,” including in relations between Moscow and Washington. Speaking at a forum in Sochi, Putin said such a move would not alter the battlefield situation, […]
Ukraine-Russia Crisis Deepens as Tensions Escalate
Usama Zahid Bureau Chief South East Asia Scandinavian News Agency Finland The conflict between Ukraine and Russia continues to dominate international attention, with no clear breakthrough despite ongoing diplomatic efforts. Reports suggest a large concentration of Russian troops and heavy military equipment near Ukraine’s border, fueling fears of a possible invasion. While Moscow insists the […]
US Envoy Recognizes Hezbollah as Legitimate in Lebanon
Shumaila Aslam Scandinavian News Agency Finland Bureau Chief Pakistan In a recent interview, US special envoy for Syrian affairs Tom Barrack acknowledged Hezbollah as a legitimate political party within Lebanon’s political structure. He emphasized that this recognition complicates efforts to resolve ongoing tensions between Israel and Lebanon. Barrack stated that convincing Hezbollah to disarm is […]
Israel faces isolation, Netanyahu unfazed by warnings
Shumaila AslamScandinavian News AgencyBureau Chief, Pakistan Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has dismissed mounting signs of international isolation, warning citizens to “get used to it.” For many Israelis, his remarks only confirmed suspicions about his political priorities. Critics argue that instead of seeking diplomatic solutions, Netanyahu appears ready to endure growing global criticism, treating it […]
Houthi suicide drone hits hotel in Israel’s Eilat city
By Hammad KahlunSNN News Finland A Houthi suicide drone struck a hotel in Eilat, Israel today. The growing use of drones in conflicts from Ukraine to Yemen, Sudan, Colombia, and Myanmar highlights how drone warfare has rapidly become a global phenomenon.
Historic Saudi-Pakistan Defense Pact Strengthens Ties
By Kahlun Hammad Scandinavian News Agency Finland Saudi Arabia and Pakistan have signed a landmark defense pact, marking the first-ever strategic defense agreement between two major Muslim states. This pact is being called historic and timely for several reasons: Analysts say this agreement positions Pakistan as a new security guarantor in the Middle East, gradually […]