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The Islamabad talks between the United States and Iran ended without a deal on Sunday, April 12, after 21 hours of negotiations at the Serena Hotel. US Vice President JD Vance said that Iran had refused to commit to abandoning its nuclear programme. Iran’s Foreign Ministry countered that several issues had been resolved but that Washington’s demands were excessive. In the latest episode of Defence Uncut – recorded to coincide with the Islamabad talks – hosts Bilal Khan and Arslan Khan break down what happened at the negotiations, what was not reported in mainstream coverage, and what it all means…

The structure of the new AI world is being designed and built today yet large parts of the global south are not among its architects. Along with the rest of the Global South, Southeast Asia finds itself positioned in the global AI economy as a consumer, a reservoir of natural resources and cheap labor, and the primary supplier of the data powering the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Beyond recent, progressive data regulation efforts, the crafting of national AI strategies, ministerial declarations, and local “unicorns” built on foreign cloud infrastructure, lies a foundational question: are these digital instruments of technological sovereignty and…

The United States and India have taken another step forward in strengthening their defence partnership, with the Air Chiefs of both nations holding high-level engagements in Arlington.According to a statement by the Indian Air Force, the discussions centred on enhancing interoperability, joint training, capability development, and fostering shared learning between the two air forces.On 8 April, Chief of Staff of the U.S. Air Force, General Kenneth Wilsbach, hosted Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, who was accorded full honours. The meeting included exchanges with senior U.S. Air Force leadership, reflecting the growing depth of bilateral…

Dara Capital US Inc. purchased a new position in Salesforce Inc. (NYSE:CRM – Free Report) during the 4th quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm purchased 3,524 shares of the CRM provider’s stock, valued at approximately $934,000. Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors have also recently modified their holdings of the business. Aspire Growth Partners LLC lifted its stake in shares of Salesforce by 1.2% in the third quarter. Aspire Growth Partners LLC now owns 3,355 shares of the CRM provider’s stock worth $795,000 after buying an…

United States President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to China, cautioning that the nation will face “big problems” should it proceed with shipping weaponry to Iran during a period of fragile ceasefire.Speaking to reporters as he departed the White House for Florida, the President’s remarks were prompted by US intelligence reports suggesting that Beijing is currently preparing to deliver advanced air defence systems to the Iranian military within the coming weeks.The hardware in question reportedly consists of Man-Portable Air-Defence Systems, commonly referred to as MANPADS. These shoulder-fired missiles are considered a significant threat to low-flying US military aircraft,…

Elaine Luria & John Sorensen, RealClearDefense On today’s episode of the RealClearDefense podcast “Hot Wash,” host John Sorensen speaks with Rep. Elaine Luria (VA-02), Democratic Vice Chair… Source link

Cantor Fitzgerald Investment Advisors L.P. reduced its stake in Invesco QQQ (NASDAQ:QQQ – Free Report) by 5.0% during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 74,667 shares of the exchange traded fund’s stock after selling 3,922 shares during the period. Invesco QQQ comprises approximately 3.4% of Cantor Fitzgerald Investment Advisors L.P.’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 4th largest position. Cantor Fitzgerald Investment Advisors L.P.’s holdings in Invesco QQQ were worth $45,868,000 as of its most recent SEC filing. A number of other hedge funds…

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has called upon Indian Ocean nations to prepare for an increasingly volatile global landscape by deepening regional cooperation and building economic resilience.Speaking at the 9th Indian Ocean Conference in Mauritius on 10 April 2026, he characterised the region as a vital ecosystem rather than a mere geographic space, noting that it underpins the livelihoods, connectivity, and cultural heritage of millions.He warned that any disruption to this delicate system would have severe, far-reaching consequences for the international community.The Minister’s first priority focused on the fundamental importance of the ocean as a living ecosystem. He emphasised that…

Dustin Volz, WSJ Searches in national-security investigations came without warrants, could stoke privacy concerns in Congress WASHINGTON—The Federal Bureau of Investigation… Source link

Clear Creek Financial Management LLC lessened its stake in Invesco QQQ (NASDAQ:QQQ – Free Report) by 2.3% in the 4th quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm owned 49,031 shares of the exchange traded fund’s stock after selling 1,149 shares during the quarter. Invesco QQQ accounts for about 2.5% of Clear Creek Financial Management LLC’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 4th biggest holding. Clear Creek Financial Management LLC’s holdings in Invesco QQQ were worth $30,120,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. Several other institutional investors…