Sotheby’s had canceled an auction of the Piprahwa Gems after pressure from the Indian government. India said the relics were back in their “rightful home.”
Tag: Politics and Government
Modi’s ‘True Friend’ Trump Deals India a Big Blow With Tariff Threats
India’s prime minister has made a big effort to build closer ties using his rapport with the U.S. president, but critics say he is getting little in return.
Anger Over Starvation in Gaza Leaves Israel at Risk of Isolation
Global outrage at the Netanyahu government’s actions has grown since the war began, and the suffering of children in the enclave has accelerated the disdain.
Anger Over Starvation in Gaza Leaves Israel at Risk of Isolation
Global outrage at the Netanyahu government’s actions has grown since the war began, and the suffering of children in the enclave has accelerated the disdain.
Anger Over Starvation in Gaza Leaves Israel Increasingly Isolated
Global outrage at the Netanyahu government’s actions has grown since the war began, and the suffering of children in the enclave has accelerated the disdain.
Horst Mahler, 89, Dies; Voice of the German Far Left, Then the Far Right
As a young lawyer and a Communist revolutionary, he helped start the violent Red Army Faction. Later, he went to prison as a Nazi apologist and Holocaust denier.
Trump Administration Told Taiwan’s President to Avoid U.S. Stopover
The Taiwanese leader canceled U.S. transit visits after being urged to change his plans, two officials said. Washington has been in talks with Beijing over trade and a possible summit.
What Would Recognizing a Palestinian State Mean?
The announcements reflect deep frustrations with Israel’s conduct in Gaza and in the occupied West Bank, experts say.
Trump Urges the U.K. to Drill More Oil, Criticizing Its Energy Policy
President Trump said the North Sea was a “treasure chest,” but its high taxes were driving away oil producers.
India Says It Killed 3 Militants Behind Spring Terrorist Attack in Kashmir
The government has faced criticism for being slow to catch the shooters who slaughtered 26 civilians and started clashes between India and Pakistan.