August 15, 2025

China and India in Talks for Early Resumption of Direct Flights

China: China has for some time been in close communication with India to promote the early resumption of direct flights between the two countries, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said.

According to Qatar News Agency, Lin made the rema…

Ukraine Reports Renewed Russian Strikes Ahead of Alaska Summit

Ukraine: Ukraine said Friday that its territory was hit by fresh Russian strikes just hours before a scheduled meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska.

According to Qatar News Agency, Serhiy Lysak, go…

Gold Slips as Strong US Inflation Data Eases Rate Cut Bets

Doha: Gold prices fell on Friday, heading for weekly losses, after higher-than-expected US inflation data reduced expectations for a major interest rate cut in September. Spot gold slipped 0.1% to $3,333.58 per ounce, down about 1.9% so far this week….