Morning Digest | India, China confirm withdrawal of troops from PP15 in Ladakh; Queen Elizabeth’s coffin arrives at Buckingham Palace, and more
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India, China confirm withdrawal of troops from PP15 in Ladakh
“Both sides have completed disengagement at PP15 in a phased, coordinated and verified manner, resulting in the return of the troops of both sides to their respective areas,” one defence source said. Verification was carried out to ensure compliance including aerial surveillance, another source added.
Queen Elizabeth’s coffin arrives at Buckingham Palace
The coffin of Queen Elizabeth II returned to Buckingham Palace on Tuesday evening, making its way through a drizzly London as crowds lined the route for a glimpse of the hearse and to bid her a final farewell.
Iran may urge India to restart oil import
The discussion over India’s oil purchases from Iran has been revived four years after New Delhi decided to “zero out” or cancel its oil imports of Iranian sweet crude under the threat of U.S. sanctions. However, soaring oil prices and the U.S.’s current focus on sanctions against Russia may trigger a rethink, analysts have suggested.
Election Commission delists 86 parties, declares 253 inactive
China's population decline continues for the fourth year, with births at a record low and deaths rising, complicating economic plans.
Ukraine's commander warns of Russia's plan to ramp up drone production to 1,000 daily amid ongoing military tensions.
Gang violence in Guatemala leads to the deaths of seven police officers amid prison riots and retaliatory attacks.
Two high-speed trains collide in southern Spain, resulting in at least 20 fatalities and ongoing rescue operations.
Pakistan's PM Sharif receives invitation from Trump to join the Board of Peace for Gaza alongside other nations.
Chile declares a state of emergency as wildfires kill 15 and force 50,000 evacuations in southern regions.
Poland's Deputy PM emphasizes that borders should be determined by negotiation, not violence, while discussing EU-India relations.
Italian PM Meloni criticizes Trump's tariff threats over Greenland, calling them a "mistake" and urging NATO for clearer communication.
Uganda extends social media ban post-election while lifting internet restrictions, citing concerns over misinformation and public order.
Kurdish forces withdraw from Syria's largest oil field as government troops assert control amidst ongoing tensions and stalled integration efforts.
Pentagon prepares 1,500 troops for potential deployment to Minnesota amid escalating tensions over protests against immigration enforcement.
Iran plans to gradually restore internet access after a week-long shutdown amid ongoing protests and communications issues.
French Minister warns Trump faces significant risks from proposed tariffs on Europe, impacting U.S. farmers and industries.