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Jeffrey Epstein

Epstein files revive unverified claims against Bill Gates, trigger sharp denial

Draft emails attributed to Jeffrey Epstein allege sexual misconduct and an STD; Gates calls the accusations “absurd,” Justice Department stresses documents do not imply wrongdoing.

Bangladesh’s Feb. 12 parliamentary elections

Hasina calls for overthrow of Yunus regime in first India address ahead of Bangladesh polls

Ousted prime minister issues five-point manifesto from exile, urges voters to reclaim democracy, protect minorities, and seek UN probe into her removal.

India and the European Union

EU leaders’ Republic Day visit targets closure of India-EU trade talks, signing to follow

Von der Leyen, Costa to attend R-Day, co-chair summit as both sides push to conclude FTA negotiations amid supply-chain and geopolitical churn.

US President Donald Trump

Trump issues ultimatum to Hamas, doubles down on Greenland ambition at Davos peace summit

US President warns Hamas to disarm or face destruction as he unveils ‘Board of Peace’ at Davos, revives Greenland takeover push and signals Ukraine war talks still distant.

US President Donald Trump

Trump pauses Greenland tariffs, claims ‘framework’ for future Arctic deal

After Davos remarks and NATO talks, US president signals thaw in trade threat while keeping pressure on Greenland negotiations.

Bangladesh

India pulls diplomats’ families out of Bangladesh over security concerns

Missions to remain fully operational as New Delhi flags extremist activity and strains ahead of Dhaka’s parliamentary polls.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar

India slams selective tariff targeting, urges Poland to avoid actions aiding terror

Jaishankar voices sharp concerns over US tariffs and Pakistan engagement during talks with Poland’s Deputy PM.