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Following are the top foreign stories at 2030 hours

New Delhi/Kananaskis (Canada): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney have agreed to pursue "constructive" steps to restore stability in India-Canada ties including the early return of envoys to each other's capitals, signalling their intent to repair the strained relations. *

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Modi calls out Trump's narrative on India-Pak conflict; says New Delhi will never accept mediation
    Kananaskis: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has told President Donald Trump that India and Pakistan halted their military actions last month following direct talks between their militaries without any mediation by the US, calling out the American leader's narrative that he brokered the ceasefire.

    
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After phone call with Modi, Trump repeats claim he stopped India-Pak war
    New York/Washington: Hours after holding a phone conversation with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday repeated his claim that he stopped a war between India and Pakistan.


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India lashes out at Pak's attempt at mischaracterisation of Op Sindoor at UN
     Geneva: India on Wednesday slammed Pakistan's attempt to “mischaracterise” Operation Sindoor and said when a state harbours terrorists who massacre innocents, defensive action is not just a right, but a solemn duty.

    
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US President Trump to host Pak Army Chief Munir for lunch
     Washington: US President Donald Trump will host Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir for lunch at the White House on Wednesday, weeks after India and Pakistan were locked in a four-day military conflict.


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Don't turn blind eye towards challenge of terrorism: PM Modi to G7 leaders
     Kananaskis (Canada): India's neighbourhood has become a breeding ground for terrorism and turning a blind eye towards the challenge would be a "betrayal of humanity", Prime Minister Narendra Modi told G7 leaders, seeking action against Pakistan for its support to cross-border terrorist activities.

    
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PM Modi arrives in Croatia on the last leg of three-nation tour
     Zagreb: Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Croatia on Wednesday on the first-ever visit by an Indian premier, during which he will hold talks with the country's top leadership to strengthen bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest.


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PM Modi's presence at G7 summit reflection of India's global leadership: Carney
     Kananaskis: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s attendance at the G7 summit is a reflection of the size and dynamism of the Indian economy and the leadership position India plays, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said.

    
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PM Modi meets world leaders on G7 margins; discuss bilateral ties, regional and global issues
     Kananaskis: Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a series of bilateral meetings with his global counterparts on the margins of the G7 Summit here, with discussions focusing on a range of issues such as trade, investment, counter-terrorism and global challenges.

    
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No negotiations with Iran; Operation Rising Lion to continue till objectives achieved: Israel
     Jerusalem: Israeli ministers on Wednesday asserted that there will be "no negotiations" with Iran as they vowed to carry on with Operation Rising Lion till it achieves its objectives.

    
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Modi receives warm welcome in Croatia with chants of Sanskrit mantras
     Zagreb: Prime Minister Narendra Modi was on Wednesday welcomed in Zagreb with warmth, music and cultural performances, including the chanting of the 'Gayatri Mantra' by a group of Croatian nationals, showcasing the strong cultural bond between the two nations.

    
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Russia, UAE call for immediate end to Israel-Iran conflict
     Moscow: Russia and the United Arab Emirates on Wednesday called for an immediate cessation of the Israel and Iran conflict and an intensification of political and diplomatic efforts to resolve Tehran’s nuclear issue.


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Goyal reaches London to discuss FTA implementation, ways to promote trade, investment
     London/New Delhi: Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is in London on a two-day official visit to discuss issues related to the implementation of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and explore ways to boost trade and investment between the two countries, an official statement said on Wednesday.

    
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Rohingyas in Bangladesh start mobilisation to fight rebel Arakan Army: ICG
     Dhaka: An armed group from amongst the Rohingyas who have taken refuge in Bangladesh has launched fights against the Arakan Army that virtually controls the Rakhine region driving out government troops there, the International Crisis Group said on Wednesday.
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Bomb blast derails six carriages of Jaffar Express in Pakistan
     Peshawar/Islamabad: A bomb explosion near a railway track derailed six carriages of Jaffar Express in Sindh province of Pakistan on Wednesday. *
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